MSP430F543X_10 Datasheet, PDF (18/99 Pages) Texas Instruments – MIXED SIGNAL MICROCONTROLLER

MSP430F543x, MSP430F541x
SLAS612C – AUGUST 2009 – REVISED MARCH 2010
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Real-Time Clock (RTC_A)
The RTC_A module can be used as a general-purpose 32-bit counter (counter mode) or as an integrated
real-time clock (RTC) (calendar mode). In counter mode, the RTC_A also includes two independent 8-bit timers
that can be cascaded to form a 16-bit timer/counter. Both timers can be read and written by software. Calendar
mode integrates an internal calendar which compensates for months with less than 31 days and includes leap
year correction. The RTC_A also supports flexible alarm functions and offset-calibration hardware.
Watchdog Timer (WDT_A)
The primary function of the watchdog timer (WDT_A) module is to perform a controlled system restart after a
software problem occurs. If the selected time interval expires, a system reset is generated. If the watchdog
function is not needed in an application, the module can be configured as an interval timer and can generate
interrupts at selected time intervals.
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