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OUT

The OUT command is a statement that allows your program to interact directly with your computer's hardware, specifically its input/output (I/O) ports. This command is especially useful in contexts where you want to control external devices connected to your computer, such as printers, sound cards, or data acquisition devices.

When you use the OUT command, you specify a port address and a value to send to that port. The port address identifies a particular hardware device connected to your computer, while the value sent determines the action the device will perform.

The use of the OUT command is highly dependent on the specific hardware of your computer. The port addresses and values to send vary depending on the type of device connected and the system configuration.

Improper use of the OUT command can damage the hardware or cause the system to malfunction. It is essential to have a thorough understanding of the hardware you are interacting with and to use this command with caution.

SYNTAX

 OUT port, value


Legend
  • id : identifier
  • type : datatype
  • v : value
  • "..." : string
  • [...] : optional

EXAMPLE

 OUT &HBC00, 0


ABBREVIATION: Ou

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In order to reduce space you can use this abbreviation for this instruction:

OUT ↔ Ou

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