On microprocessor-based computers

Microprocessor control and A/D data acquisition in classical conditioning

“…Even after one substantial reprogramming effort (Tait & Gormezano, 1974) that expanded the capabilities of the control and analysis program, we were left with the formidable and time-eonsuming task of rewriting assembly language programs whenever we implemented new experimental protocols. Although some increased flexibility in our minicomputer system could have been achieved through additional (and relatively expensive) investments in hardware, we opted for the development of a microprocessorbased system (Kehoe, Frei, Tait, & Gormezano, 1975). We were drawn to this conclusion by our desire to implement computer technology to the other two conditioning laboratories constituting our facilities and by the restriction (substantiated by considerable experience) that each of the three laboratories remain completely independent of one another.…”