19.
RSTC – Reset Controller
19.1. Overview
The Reset Controller (RSTC) manages the reset of the microcontroller. It issues a microcontroller reset,
sets the device to its initial state and allows the reset source to be identified by software.
19.2. Features
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Reset the microcontroller and set it to an initial state according to the reset source
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Reset cause register for reading the reset source from the application code
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Multiple reset sources
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Power supply reset sources: POR, BOD12, BOD33
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User reset sources: External reset (RESET), Watchdog reset, and System Reset Request
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Backup exit sources: Real-Time Counter (RTC) and Battery Backup Power Switch (BBPS)
19.3. Block Diagram
Figure 19-1. Reset System
RESET CONTROLLER
BOD12
BOD33
POR
WDT
RESET
RESET SOURCES
RTC
32KHz clock sources
WDT with ALWAYSON
GCLK with WRTLOCK
Debug Logic
Other Modules
CPU
RCAUSE
RTC
BBPS
SUPC
BKUPEXIT
BACKUP EXIT
19.4. Signal Description
Signal Name
Type
Description
RESET
Digital input
External reset
One signal can be mapped on several pins.
Related Links
Atmel SAM L22G / L22J / L22N [DATASHEET]
Atmel-42402E-SAM L22G / L22J / L22N_Datasheet_Complete-07/2016
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