SN8P2977
8-Bit Micro-Controller with Regulator, PGIA, 24-bit ADC
SONiX TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
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Version 1.7
Watchdog reset:
The watchdog timer is a protection to make sure the system executes well. Normally the watchdog timer would be clear
at one po
int of program. Don’t clear the watchdog timer in several addresses. The system executes normally and the
watchdog won’t reset system. When the system is under dead-band and the execution error, the watchdog timer can’t
be clear by program. The watchdog is continuously counting until overflow occurrence. The overflow signal of
watchdog timer triggers the system to reset, and the system return to normal mode after reset sequence. This method
also can improve brown out reset condition and make sure the system to return normal mode.
If the system reset by watchdog and the power is still in dead-
band, the system reset sequence won’t be successful
and the system stays in reset status until the power return to normal range.
Reduce the system executing rate:
If the system rate is fast and the dead-band exists, to reduce the system executing rate can improve the dead-band.
The lower system rate is with lower minimum operating voltage. Select the power voltage that’s no dead-band issue
and find out the mapping system rate. Adjust the system rate to the value and the system exits the dead-band issue.
This way needs to modify whole program timing to fit the application requirement.
