The MC74F164N is an 8-bit serial-in, parallel-out shift register manufactured by Freescale Semiconductor (now NXP). This device is part of the 74F family, known for its high-speed operation. It accepts serial data and shifts it through the register on each clock pulse, making the 8 bits of data available in parallel.

Applications

• Serial-to-Parallel Data Conversion: Converts serial data streams into parallel data words.
• Data Delay: Introduces a controlled delay in a digital signal path.
• Display Drivers: Drives LED or other display devices by providing parallel outputs.
• Keyboard Scanning: Scans keyboard matrices by serially shifting data.
• Digital Communication: Used in digital communication systems for data formatting and transmission.

Features

• 8-Bit Shift Register: Stores and shifts 8 bits of data.
• Serial-In, Parallel-Out: Accepts serial data and provides parallel outputs.
• Asynchronous Clear: Resets the register to zero independently of the clock.
• High-Speed Operation: Offers fast shifting speeds typical of the 74F family.
• TTL Compatible: Compatible with standard TTL logic levels.

Benefits

• Versatile Data Conversion: Converts serial data into parallel format for various applications.
• Simplified Design: Reduces component count compared to discrete logic implementations.
• High Performance: Fast shifting speeds enable high-speed system operation.
• Easy Integration: TTL compatibility simplifies integration with other logic devices.
• Efficient Data Handling: Simplifies data handling in serial communication and display applications.

Additional Details

The MC74F164N is typically available in a DIP (Dual In-Line Package). The data is shifted into the register on the rising edge of the clock pulse. The two serial data inputs (A and B) are ANDed together internally. The clear input asynchronously resets all flip-flops to zero. Understanding the timing requirements of the clock and data inputs is crucial for proper operation in shift register applications.