Summary of Recommended Usage of Microchip Serial RTCC Devices
This technical brief addresses common issues developers face when using Microchip's MCP79XXX series real-time clock (RTC) chips. It serves as a guide for resolving troubles with stand-alone serial interface RTC/calendar devices and references an additional application note for further detailed assistance on proper usage.
Parts used in the MCP79XXX RTC Development:
- Microchip MCP79XXX series RTC chips
- Stand-alone serial interface real-time clock/calendar devices
- Microchip application note
If your design contains Microchip’s MCP79XXX series RTC chips and you are running into troubles using them, this technical brief is intended to resolve several of the commonly-asked questions regarding developing stand-alone serial interface real-time clock/ calendar devices with MCP79XXX. Similarly,
there’s also another application note from Microchip which provides detail assistance and guidance in using these RTC devices.
For more detail: Recommended Usage of Microchip Serial RTCC Devices
- What is the purpose of this technical brief?
To resolve commonly-asked questions regarding developing stand-alone serial interface real-time clock/calendar devices with MCP79XXX. - How can I get more detail on recommended usage?
You should consult another application note from Microchip which provides detail assistance and guidance. - Does this document cover troubleshooting for these chips?
Yes, it is intended to resolve troubles when running into issues using them. - What type of interface do these devices use?
These are stand-alone serial interface real-time clock/calendar devices. - Who manufactures the MCP79XXX series chips?
Microchip manufactures the MCP79XXX series RTC chips. - Is there additional guidance available beyond this brief?
Yes, there is another application note from Microchip providing detail assistance. - Can this brief help if my design contains these specific chips?
Yes, it is specifically intended for designs containing Microchip’s MCP79XXX series RTC chips.
