JAJSP65A June 2021 – September 2022 LP876242-Q1
PRODUCTION DATA
The watchdog monitors the correct operation of the MCU. This watchdog requires specific messages from the MCU in specific time intervals to detect correct operation of the MCU. The MCU can control the logic-level of the pin when the watchdog detects correct operation of the MCU. When the watchdog detects an incorrect operation of the MCU, the LP876242-Q1 device pulls the pin low. This pin can be used in the application as a control-signal to deactivate the power output stages, for example a motor driver, in case of incorrect operation of the MCU.
The watchdog has two different modes that are defined as follows: