Datasheet

General Description
The MAX1232 microprocessor (µP) supervisory circuit
provides µP housekeeping and power-supply supervi-
sion functions while consuming only 1/10th the power of
the DS1232. The MAX1232 enhances circuit reliability
in µP systems by monitoring the power supply, monitor-
ing the software execution, and providing a debounced
manual reset input. The MAX1232 is a plug-in upgrade
of the Dallas DS1232.
A reset pulse of at least 250ms duration is supplied on
power-up, power-down, and low-voltage brownout
conditions (5% or 10% supply tolerances can be
selected digitally). Also featured is a debounced man-
ual reset input that forces the reset outputs to their
active states for a minimum of 250ms. A digitally pro-
grammable watchdog timer monitors software execu-
tion and can be programmed for timeout settings of
150ms, 600ms, or 1.2s. The MAX1232 requires no
external components.
Applications
Computers
Controllers
Intelligent Instruments
Automotive Systems
Critical µP Power Monitoring
Features
o Consumes 1/10th the Power of the DS1232
o Precision Voltage Monitor—Adjustable +4.5V
or +4.75V
o Power-OK/Reset Pulse Width—250ms Min
o No External Components
o Adjustable Watchdog Timer—150ms, 600ms,
or 1.2s
o Debounced Manual Reset Input for External
Override
o Available in 8-Pin PDIP/SO and 16-Pin Wide SO
Packages
MAX1232
Microprocessor Monitor
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Maxim Integrated Products
1
RST
RSTGND
1
2
8
7
V
CC
STTD
TOL
PB RST
DIP/SO
TOP VIEW
3
4
6
5
MAX1232
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
N.C.
N.C.
V
CC
N.C.
ST
N.C.
RST
N.C.
RST
MAX1232
WIDE SO
PB RST
N.C.
TOL
TD
N.C.
N.C.
GND
Pin Configurations
Ordering Information
5%/10%
TOLERANCE
SELECT
RESET
GENERATOR
DEBOUNCE
REF
TOL
V
CC
PB RST
RST
RST
STTD
GND
WATCHDOG
TIMEBASE
SELECT
WATCHDOG
TIMER
MAX1232
Typical Operating Circuit
19-3899; Rev 1; 11/05
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
Ordering Information continued on last page.
*
Contact factory for dice specifications.
Devices in PDIP and SO packages are available in both leaded
and lead-free packaging. Specify lead free by adding the
+
symbol at the end of the part number when ordering. Lead free
not available for CERDIP package.
PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE
MAX1232C/D 0°C to +70°C Dice*
MAX1232CPA 0°C to +70°C 8 PDIP
MAX1232CSA 0°C to +70°C 8 SO

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