AN4770, Implementing the MC33903/4/5 CAN and LIN System Basis Chip - Application Note

Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
Application Note
Document Number: AN4770
Rev. 2.0, 7/2014
Implementing the MC33903/4/5 CAN
and LIN System Basis Chip
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Introduction
This document provides in-depth guidance for module
design and development implementing the MC33903/4/5
CAN-LIN System Basis Chip (SBC). This guidance will
assist hardware and software engineers to develop safe,
reliable, and robust automotive application modules. A
detailed description of the SMARTMOS device operation
features and their application usage is provided to ease the
module's design and development. This specific application
note covers the following topics:
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Device Segmentation
Supply Voltage
Embedded Regulators
Multiplexer
Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
Configurable I/Os
SAFE, RST, and INT Safe Modes
CAN and LIN Physical Layers
Hardware Design
Crank Pulse Handling
Extending Current Capability on Vaux
Programming the SBC
Debug Mode
SBC Initialization
Enhanced Diagnostics
Advanced Watchdog
Low Power Modes
Secured SPI
Normal Request, Reset, and Flash Modes
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Contents
1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3 Device Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Hardware Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Programming the SBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
7 Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
General Information
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General Information
2.1
MC33903/4/5 at a Glance
The MC33903/4/5 System Basis Chip (SBC) is Freescale Semiconductor's latest generation of SBCs designed and
developed for automotive body multiplexing applications requiring CAN and LIN communication. These products offer
enhanced diagnostics for functional safety and optimized multiple low power modes for low module current consumption.
The MC33903/4/5 SBC features Freescale's robust CAN and LIN physical layers, which have been approved by multiple
automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). These devices also have multiple 5.0 V or 3.3 V embedded
regulators, robust I/Os, high accuracy voltage monitoring, multiplexer, fail-safe output, and enhanced SPI communication.
2.2
2.2.1
SBC Device Family Concept
Device Variations
The MC33903/4/5 SBC device family is composed of fourteen different products, which combine one or more transceivers,
Low Drop Out (LDO) voltage regulators, I/Os, voltage monitoring, MUX output, and other features as shown on Table 1,
Table 2, and Table 3:
Table 1. 33905 Device Variations - (All devices rated at TA = -40 TO 125 °C)
Freescale Part Number
VDD Output
Voltage
33905 (Dual LIN)
LIN
Interface(s)
Wake-up Input / LIN Master
Termination
2
2 Wake-up + 2 LIN terms
or
3 Wake-up + 1 LIN terms
or
4 Wake-up + no LIN terms
3.3 V
or
5.0 V
33905S (Single LIN)
1
Package
SOIC 54 pin
exposed pad
VAUX
VSENSE
MUX
Yes
Yes
Yes
3 Wake-up + 1 LIN terms
or
4 Wake-up + no LIN terms
Table 2. 33904 Device Variations - (All devices rated at TA = -40 TO 125 °C)
Freescale Part Number
33904
VDD Output
Voltage
LIN
Interface(s)
Wake-up Input / LIN Master
Termination
Package
VAUX
VSENSE
MUX
3.3 V
or
5.0 V
0
4 Wake-up
SOIC 32 pin
exposed pad
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Table 3. 33903 Device Variations - (All devices rated at TA = -40 TO 125 °C)
Freescale Part Number
33903
VDD Output
Voltage
LIN
Interface(s)
Wake-up Input / LIN Master
Termination
3.3 V (1)
or
0
1 Wake-up
2
1 Wake-up + 2 LIN terms
or
2 Wake-up + 1 LIN terms
or
3 Wake-up + no LIN terms
1
2 Wake-up + 1 LIN terms
or
3 Wake-up + no LIN terms
0
3 Wake-up
Package
VAUX
VSENSE
MUX
No
No
Yes
Yes
5.0 V (1)
33903D (Dual LIN)
3.3 V
or
33903S (Single LIN)
5.0 V
33903P
SOIC 32 pin
exposed pad
No
Notes
1. VDD does not allow usage of an external PNP on the 33903. Output current limited to 100 mA.
2.2.2
Pin Compatibility
The feature set of ALL the SBCs described in this document is 100% compatible amongst all device part numbers. The SBC
family is divided in two separate groups of devices that implement pin compatibility. The pin compatibility of each of the
groups eases the transition of going from one part number to another and prevents having to re-layout a module in case of
last minute module functionality requirement changes. One of the pin compatible groups is made up of the MC33905D,
MC33905S, MC33904, and MC33903 as shown in Figure 1.
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MC33905D
NC
NC
NC
VSUP1
VSUP2
LIN-T2/I/O-3
LIN-T1/I/O-2
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
V-BAUX
V-CAUX
V-AUX
MUX-OUT
I/O-0
DBG
NC
NC
NC
TXD-L2
GND
RXD-L2
LIN-2
NC
1
54
2
53
3
52
4
51
5
50
6
49
7
48
8
47
9
46
10
45
11
44
12
43
13
42
14
GROUND
MC33905S
41
15
40
16
39
17
38
18
37
19
36
20
35
21
34
22
33
23
24
32
25
30
31
26
29
27
28
NC
NC
NC
VB
VE
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
I/O-1
VSENSE
RXD-L1
TXD-L1
LIN-1
NC
NC
NC
NC
GND
NC
NC
NC
VSUP1
VSUP2
I/O-3
LIN-T/I/O-2
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
V-BAUX
V-CAUX
V-AUX
MUX-OUT
I/O-0
DBG
VB
VE
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
I/O-1
VSENSE
NC
NC
NC
VSUP1
VSUP2
NC
NC
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
NC
NC
NC
NC
I/O-0
DBG
1
32
2
31
3
30
4
29
5
28
6
27
7
26
8
GROUND 25
9
24
10
23
11
22
12
21
13
20
14
19
15
18
16
17
VB
VE
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
I/O-1
VSENSE
RXD-L
TXD-L
LIN
GND - LEAD FRAME
32 pin exposed package
GND - LEAD FRAME
54 pin exposed package
MC33904
VSUP1
VSUP2
I/O-3
I/O-2
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
V-BAUX
V-CAUX
V-AUX
MUX-OUT
I/O-0
DBG
MC33903
1
32
2
31
3
30
4
29
5
28
6
27
7
26
8
GROUND 25
9
24
10
23
11
22
12
21
13
20
14
19
15
18
16
17
1
32
2
31
3
30
4
29
5
28
6
27
7
26
8
GROUND 25
9
24
10
23
11
22
12
21
13
20
14
19
15
18
16
17
GND - LEAD FRAME
GND - LEAD FRAME
32 pin exposed package
32 pin exposed package
NC
NC
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
Figure 1. MC33905D, MC33905S, MC33904, and MC33903 Pin Connections
Something to note about this pin compatible group is that although the MC33905D is a 54 pin SOIC package, its footprint is
still pin compatible to the rest of the 32 pin SOIC devices. Pin compatibility is accomplished by offsetting the placement of
the smaller package by 3 pins down on the 54 pin footprint as shown in Figure 2.
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Figure 2. MC33905D, MC33905S, MC33904, and MC33903 Pin Compatibility
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One other item to consider when laying out the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is the implementation of the exposed pad to
maximize power dissipation regardless of the package used. To accommodate the option of using both 54 and 32 lead
packages, the exposed pad PCB flag must be enlarged as shown in Figure 3.
1 – N/C
1 – Vsup1
4 – Vsup1
32 – Vbase
54 – N/C
51 – Vbase
4.7mm
4.5mm
16 – DBG
17 – LIN
Please read the last datasheet
Packaging Section
19 – DBG
36 – LIN
27 – N/C
28 – N/C
Common Exposed pad area
No connect pins
Common pins to 32 and 54 versions
Not to scale
Figure 3. MC33905D, MC33905S, MC33904, and MC33903 Exposed Pad Design
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The other pin compatible group is made up of the MC33903D, MC33903S, and MC33903P as shown in Figure 4.
MC33903D
VB
VSUP
LIN-T2 / I/O-3
LIN-T1 / I/O-2
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
MUX-OUT
IO-0
DBG
TXD-L2
GND
RXD-L2
1
32
2
31
3
30
4
29
5
28
6
27
7
26
8
25
GROUND
9
24
10
23
11
22
12
21
13
20
14
19
15
18
16
17
MC33903S
VE
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
VSENSE
RXD-L1
TXD-L1
LIN1
GND
LIN2
VB
VSUP
I/O-3
LIN-T / I/O-2
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
MUX-OUT
I/O-0
DBG
NC
GND
NC
1
32
2
31
3
30
4
29
5
28
6
27
7
26
8
GROUND 25
9
24
10
23
11
22
12
21
13
20
14
19
15
18
16
17
VE
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
VSENSE
RXD-L
TXD-L
LIN
GND
NC
GND - LEAD FRAME
GND - LEAD FRAME
32 pin exposed package
32 pin exposed package
MC33903P
VB
VSUP
I/O-3
I/O-2
SAFE
5V-CAN
CANH
CANL
GND CAN
SPLIT
MUX-OUT
I/O-0
DBG
NC
GND
NC
1
32
2
31
3
30
4
29
5
28
6
27
7
26
8
GROUND 25
9
24
10
23
11
22
12
21
13
20
14
19
15
18
16
17
VE
RXD
TXD
VDD
MISO
MOSI
SCLK
CS
INT
RST
VSENSE
N/C
N/C
N/C
GND
NC
GND - LEAD FRAME
32 pin exposed package
Note: MC33903D, MC33903S, and MC33903P are footprint compatible.
Figure 4. MC33903D, MC33903S, and MC33903P Pin Compatibility
This group of pin compatible devices implements the same package so there is no need to accommodate the package
placement or PCB exposed flag like the previously mentioned group.
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2.3
Device Identification
As previously described, there are numerous part numbers available to choose from and sometimes it may be difficult to keep track of
which device has been mounted on a specific module. For this reason, the marking on a device is critical to understand. Freescale has
developed the SBC product numbering scheme shown in Figure 5.
MCZ 33 905C S 5 EK / R2
TAPE AND REEL DESIGNATOR:
R2
TAPE AND REEL QUALIFICATION STATUS:
PC
PRE‐QUALIFICATION, ENGINEERING SAMPLES
MC
FULLY QUALIFIED
xxZ
ENVIRONMENTAL PKG
(SOIC only) PACKAGING DESIGNATOR:
EK
SOICeP LEAD FREE
TEMPERATURE RANGE:
33
Ta = ‐40 C to 125 C
DEVICE DESIGNATOR
903C / 903CP / 904BC = CAN only
903CD / 5CS / 5CD = CAN and LIN
VARIATION:
5
5.0V VDD output Regulation Voltage
3
3.3V VDD output Regulation Voltage
VARIATION:
‐ No LIN (used on 903/4)
S
Single LIN
D
Dual LIN
P
No LIN or Vaux, VDD ballast option
Figure 5. Device Marking Information
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In addition to the physical marking on the device's package, the device's part number can also be acquired by the
microcontroller via SPI communication by reading the assigned SAFE-INT register address (see Table 4). The SPI word
that has to be sent on MOSI is 0x2580 and the corresponding data will be read on MISO by the microcontroller. This
becomes extremely useful when the user does not have visual access to the physical device or the marking on the package
has faded off.
Table 4. Device Identification Via SPI Command
SAFE-INT Register
00
1_0010
SAFE
1
Device ID Coding
1
VDD (5.0 V or
3.3 V)
device
p/n 1
device
p/n 0
id4
id3
id2
id1
id0
Hexa SPI commands to get device Identification: MOSI 0x 2580
example: MISO bit [7-0] = 1011 0100: MC33904, 5.0 V version, silicon Rev. C (Pass 3.3)
VDD (5.0 V or
3.3 V)
Device P/N1
and 0
Description
0: mean 3.3 V VDD version
Set / Reset condition
N/A
Description
Describe the device part number:
1: mean 5.0 V VDD version
00: MC33903
01: MC33904
10: MC33905S
11: MC333905D
Device id 4 to
0
Set / Reset condition
N/A
Description
Describe the silicon revision number
10010: silicon revision A (Pass 3.1)
10011: silicon revision B (Pass 3.2)
10100: silicon revision C (Pass 3.3)
Set / Reset condition
N/A
Note: This device identification feature is not available on the MC33903D, MC33903S, and MC33903P.
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Device Features
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Device Features
3.1
MC33903/4/5 Functional Blocks
SBCs may sometimes be perceived as complex devices that are hard to implement due to their extensive feature set, but
working with these is actually quite simple. To design and develop a reliable and robust automotive application that
implements the MC33903/4/5, the module designer must first have a good understanding of the SBC's features and circuit
blocks functionality. Figure 6 shows the internal block diagram for the MC33905D, which is the SBC with the most features
compared to the rest of the SBC devices that also combine the necessary features to meet the designer's needs.
VBAUX VCAUX VAUX
VSUP2
VSUP1
5 V Auxiliary
Regulator
VE VB
VDD Regulator
VDD
VS2-INT
RST
SAFE
Fail-safe
DBG
GND
INT
Power Management
Oscillator
VSENSE
State Machine
MOSI
SPI
Analog Monitoring
Signals Condition & Analog MUX
I/O-0
I/O-1
MISO
CS
MUX-OUT
VS2-INT
Configurable
Input-Output
CANH
5 V-CAN
Regulator
Enhanced High Speed CAN
Physical Interface
SPLIT
CANL
VS2-INT
LIN-T1
LIN1
5 V-CAN
TXD
RXD
TXD-L1
LIN Term #1
LIN 2.1 Interface - #1
LIN Term #2
LIN 2.1 Interface - #2
VS2-INT
LIN-T2
LIN2
SCLK
RXD-L1
TXD-L2
RXD-L2
Figure 6. 33905D Internal Block Diagram
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Device Features
3.1.1
Voltage Supplies - VSUP1, VSUP2
This family of SBCs has been developed to meet rigorous 12 V automotive system requirements and with this in mind, it has
two separate supplies. The purpose of having dual voltage supply inputs for some of these SBCs is to give the module
designer the flexibility to use specific external components on the battery lines depending on module requirements. As
shown in Figure 7, VSUP1 is a dedicated supply that feeds the main VDD regulator, which has the function of powering up
the module's microcontroller. VSUP2 supplies VAUX, 5V-CAN, LIN, and I/Os so in case of any faults on any of these, the
VDD will not be affected due to its supply isolation.
Vbat
Q2
5V_aux
D2
C2
D1
C1
VBa ux VC au x VAu x
V S UP 2
VS U P1
Q1
VC
VB
VDD
Figure 7. VSUP1 and VSUP2 Voltage Supplies
In addition to the internal isolation of the VSUP1 to supply the VDD regulator feature, the module's designer can also optimize
the external capacitor and reverse battery protection diode used on VSUP1 to sustain environmental conditions such as
battery crank pulse and chattering.
The MC33903D, MC33903S, and MC33903P only have a single supply input (VSUP), which supplies VDD, VAUX, 5V-CAN,
LIN, and I/Os. For these devices, VSUP1 and VSUP2 nodes are internally connected by wire bonds to the VSUP pin.
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3.1.2
Voltage Regulators - VDD, VAUX, 5V-CAN
There are two to three embedded voltage regulators included in the MC33903/4/5 SBC family. The VDD is the main regulator
that supplies the microcontroller of the module. This regulator can be either 3.3 V or 5.0 V at +/-2% accuracy. The VDD
voltage is dependent on part number. Refer to the data sheet for more details.
The Vaux regulator can also be 3.3 V or 5.0 V (at +/-5% accuracy), but in this case the voltage is configurable via SPI. Vaux
is not implemented in all of the MC33903/4/5 SBC devices since some applications may not require this auxiliary regulator
(see Table 1, Table 2, and Table 3).
The 5V-CAN regulator is a dedicated 5.0 V supply for the CAN physical layer. Ideally, this regulator should be used solely
for the CAN interface, but some applications may not require this communication protocol. So for cases where there is no
CAN transceiver implemented or during no CAN communication modes of the SBC, this regulator may also be used to
supply another 5.0 V device. Good care must be taken to keep the device parametrically within specification (i.e. 5V-CAN
current capability).
Vaux (3.3V or 5.0V)
To supply the auxiliary loads
VDD (3.3V or 5.0V)
To supply the MCU
Vcan (5.0V)
To supply the CAN P/L
Figure 8. VDD, VAUX, and 5V-CAN Embedded Regulators
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Device Features
3.1.3
Multiplexer - MUXOUT
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs implements an analog multiplexed output for some of the SBCs. The MUX-OUT
pin should be connected to the analog to digital converter of the microcontroller. This output voltage is limited to the
voltage on VDD and allows for the microcontroller to monitor critical environment conditions of the module such as
VSUP, VSENSE, I/O-0, and I/O-1 voltages. Additionally, the SBC has an internal reference voltage of 2.5 V that can
also be read on the MUX-OUT. The current sourced on VDD and the internal die temperature of the SBC can also
be measured by the microcontroller by reading the MUX-OUT voltage.
VBAT
D1
S_in
VDD-I_COPY
Multiplexer
VSUP/1
VSENSE
S_iddc
S_in
5 V-CAN
5 V-CAN
RSENSE 1.0 k
MCU
MUX-OUT
I/O-0
buffer
S_in
A/D in
S_g3.3
S_g5
S_I/O_att
I/O-1
RMI
S_ir
RM(*)
(*)Optional
S_in
Temp
VREF: 2.5 V
S_I/O_att
Figure 9. Multiplexer Simplified Internal Diagram
The 5V-CAN voltage can be within the limits before or after VDD voltage is available, and VDD undervoltage reset is released.
Therefore it is recommended to validate the availability of the 5V-CAN voltage after a start-up of the device or return from
an undervoltage condition, and before the MUX register write operation. This can be done with means of the flag
5V-CAN_UV in the Regulator Flag Register.
In addition to the dedicated 5V-CAN_UV, the 5V-CAN regulator undervoltage condition is also indicated by the bit VREG-G
bit of the Fixed Status bits. Fixed Status is the first byte of each MISO frame. It is a good practice to implement an appropriate
exception handling in the software, in case one or more of the Fixed Status bits are set.
Another possibility for verification of the MUX register is to read the register value back after a write operation. If the 5V-CAN
regulator is OFF, a read-back of the MUX register (command 0x0100) returns the value 0x00.
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3.1.4
Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) - MOSI, MISO, SCLK, CS
The 16 bit SPI communication in this family of SBCs has some unique features that can be implemented to improve the
safety and robustness of the module's microcontroller and SBC interaction. There are 32 bit-addresses available for SPI
communication and multiple types of watchdog operations can be implemented. Window watchdog is set by default and user
can then select timeout or advanced watchdog thereafter.
SPI Communication
Figure 10. SPI Port - MOSI, MISO, SCLK, and CS
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3.1.5
Configurable Input/Output - I/O-0, I/O-1, I/O-2, I/O-3
There are one to four configurable I/Os included in the MC33903/4/5 SBC family. These I/Os can be used to drive external
transistors or small loads such as LED indicator lights. These I/Os can be configured as high side or low side outputs that
switch to VSUP2 and GND correspondingly. Additionally, these can be configured as wake-up inputs, which can sustain
automotive transients when connected to the battery line.
VS2-int
HS_ on
IO-x
ref
I/O state
LS_on
Figure 11. I/O Simplified Internal Diagram
3.1.6
Safe Modes - SAFE, RST, INT
In addition to the continuous monitoring of the watchdog to maintain supervision of the microcontroller-SBC interaction, the
SBC also features continuous monitoring of the battery voltage and the embedded regulators of the device. In case of
serious module conditions due to faults on the battery resulting on VDD undervoltage conditions, a reset will be generated
by the SBC.
There are also mask-able interrupts configurable to trigger upon CAN and LIN faults, overvoltage and undervoltage
conditions on Vaux, 5V-CAN, VSUP, and VSENSE, missed watchdog/s, thermal issues and overcurrent conditions.
Additionally, the microcontroller can voluntarily request and INT assertion by sending a SPI command.
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs also has a SAFE active-low output that is triggered in the event of a microcontroller failure,
which could be indicated by multiple resets, RST pin shorted to GND, low VDD, or missed watchdog/s. The intention for this
output signal is to drive electrical safe circuitry isolated from both the microcontroller and the SBC to put the module in a
known state.
Figure 12. SAFE Output Typical Application Schematic
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3.1.7
Physical Layers - CAN & LIN
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs combines CAN and LIN physical layers with various features such as number of I/Os,
number of regulators, multiplexing capability, etc. All devices have one CAN physical layer and dependent on part number,
these may integrate one, two or no LIN transceivers.
Physical Layers
Figure 13. CAN and LIN Physical Layers
The CAN physical layer is fully compliant to ISO 11898-2 and ISO 11898-5 High Speed CAN protocol specifications. This
allows for bus communication baud rates ranging from 40 kb/s up to 1.0 Mb/s via twisted pair.
The LIN physical layer is fully compliant to LIN 2.1 and SAE J2602-2 LIN protocol specifications, which allow single wire bus
communication speeds of 20 Kb/s and 10.4 Kb/s correspondingly.
Both the CAN and LIN physical layers have been EMC/ESD certified by numerous worldwide OEMs. To accomplish this
certification, the family of SBCs must be robust enough to conform to rigorous EMC/ESD tests that meet and exceed some
of the OEM requirements.
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Once the module designer has a good understanding of the SBC's features and circuit blocks functionality, a robust and
reliable automotive module can then be designed. The typical application schematic, which is included in the datasheet, is
a good starting point for the design and development of an automotive module that implements the MC33903/4/5.
33905D
VBAT
D1
* = Optional
(5.0 V/3.3 V)
Q2
Q1*
VBAUX VCAUX VSUP1 VAUX VE VB VDD
VSUP2
SAFE
DBG
GND
VSENSE
I/O-0
I/O-1
VDD
RST
INT
MOSI
SCLK
MISO
CS
MUX-OUT
SPI
MCU
A/D
5V-CAN
CANH
SPLIT
CAN Bus
CANL
LIN-TERM 1
LIN Bus
LIN-1
LIN-TERM 2
LIN Bus
LIN-2
TXD
RXD
TXD-L1
RXD-L1
TXD-L2
RXD-L2
Figure 14. 33905D Simplified Application Diagram
4.1
Supply Environment
The automotive battery supply line is exposed to various high voltage transients, drops, and high/low frequency noise. To
accommodate for this harsh supply environment, the MC33903/4/5 implements two separate supply lines for some of the
SBCs and has a wide range of functionality depending on voltage of VSUP1 pin. Additionally, there is a VSENSE input that
can optionally be connected directly to the battery through a 1.0 kohm +/-1% resistor to monitor exact battery voltage via
MUX-OUT. Figure 15 shows a typical way to connect the battery to all the supplies of the SBC. Note that the 22 μF capacitor
on the VSUP line is not required, but was implemented to test for CAN and LIN EMC per OEM's requirement of 10 μF
minimum on the VSUP1 line.
Figure 15. VSUP1 and VSUP2 Typical Application Schematic
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There are two options of connecting the SBC's voltage supply line to the car battery. One option is to short the VSUP1 and
VSUP2 together and use the same protection and buffering external components (shown in Figure 16).
Figure 16. Single Supply Line Typical Application Schematic
In this case, the same high voltage transients and drops will be seen on both VSUP1 and VSUP2. The module designer
must also take into account that in addition to VAUX, the VSUP2 line also supplies the 5V-CAN, LIN, and I/Os. Any
perturbations on these circuit blocks affecting the VSUP2 supply line will also affect VSUP1 and perturb VDD as a result.
The other option of connecting the supply lines is by separating VSUP1 and VSUP2 using different protection and buffering
components as shown in Figure 17.
.
Figure 17. Separate Supply Lines Typical Application Schematic
Although this adds some cost to the module's bill of material (BOM), in return it may prevent serious module malfunctions
during extreme low battery conditions. Separating the supply lines allows for the optimization of the buffering capacitor for
handling automotive conditions such as cranking, battery chattering and others. Additionally, a conventional reverse battery
protection diode can be replaced with a Schottky type to further decrease the voltage drop from battery to VSUP1. This will
give VDD more headroom to stay above the minimum voltage threshold and keep the microcontroller fully functional.
Optionally, VSENSE can be connected directly to the car's battery through a 1.0 kohm +/-1% resistor to acquire exact battery
voltage and deliver it to the microcontroller via MUX-OUT. The high accuracy of the resistor is required to keep the MUX-OUT
reading at +/-1% accuracy. If battery voltage accuracy reading is not required, lower accuracy resistors can also be used
(1.3 kohm resistor on VSENSE will change the MUX-OUT ratio by about 1%; 10 kohm will change ratio by about 7%). Note
that although the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs maximum nominal voltage is 28V, the VSENSE reading out on MUX-OUT
will only cover 5.5 V to 27 V.
Figure 18. VSENSE Typical Application Schematic
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4.1.1
Crank Pulse and Battery Chattering
OEMs require that modules withstand various pulses on the supply line, some of which are part of the ISO 7637 specification.
Pulse 4 of the ISO 7637 emulates the battery line voltage transitions during engine start (see Figure 19). The MC33903/4/5
is able to function properly during these voltage dips and even lower voltages than the worst case conditions incorporating
enhanced diagnostics and keeping the module's microcontroller running.
Figure 19. Crank Pulse Parameters
Taking the worst case conditions for pulse 4, as specified on the ISO 7637, results in the voltage waveform shown in
Figure 20 for the battery line (represented by Vbat [in green] in Figure 21).
Figure 20. Worst Case Crank Pulse
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Figure 21 shows all the various transitions of the key voltages of the module during the crank pulse on battery voltage and
how these are handled by the MC33903/4/5 (5.0 V VDD devices). Note that a Schottky diode is not required to withstand
these pulse conditions. As the battery voltage decreases, the SBC can immediately acknowledge this via the VSENSE input,
which is directly connected to the battery through a 1.0 kohm +/-1% resistor. A flag will be set when VSENSE voltage
reaches ~8.6 V and can be configured to generate an interrupt or mask it for the microcontroller. Due to the capacitor on the
VSUP line, its voltage will decrease at a slower rate and when it reaches ~6.0 V, a flag is set and the SBC can also optionally
be configured to generate an interrupt or mask it for the microcontroller. As the VSUP voltage continues to decrease, the VDD
voltage eventually tracks it with typically ~200 mV drop. VDD can be configured to generate a RST and/or INT (maskable)
at 4.6 V or down to 3.2 V.
Figure 21. Crank Pulse Handled MC33903/4/5
As battery voltage starts to increase, VSUP tracks it and VDD tracks VSUP. When VDD reaches 4.6 V, RST is released and the
microcontroller can function accordingly. When the VSUP reaches ~6.0 V, an interrupt can be generated depending on SBC
configuration.
All these capabilities of the MC33903/4/5 allow the engineer to implement highly intelligent modules with enhanced
diagnostics. These modules are capable of sustaining aggressive conditions such as pulse 4 of the ISO 7637 as well as
battery chattering without the need for higher cost capacitors and/or Schottky diodes. This doesn't only reduce cost, but also
optimizes PCB real estate.
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In addition to low battery conditions, the MC33903/4/5 will also withstand higher than nominal voltage conditions/pulses on
the battery line such as 40 V Load Dump (pulse 5b of ISO 7637). Figure 22 shows all the voltage ranges the SBC can handle
and what functionality can be expected during these voltage ranges. Shown in blue are the flags that will automatically be
set for the microcontroller to acknowledge.
Figure 22. Supply Voltage Ratings
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4.2
Regulators
The MC33903/4/5 offers three low dropout linear voltage regulators. VDD is specifically supplied by VSUP1 separately from
VAUX and 5V-CAN, which are supplied by VSUP2. Some buffering capacitors have to be implemented on the regulators
depending on application. There is also the option to increase the current capability of the VDD regulator by implementing
an external ballast transistor. The MC33903D, MC33903S, and MC33903P only have one supply input (VSUP), which
supplies all three regulators. For these devices, VSUP1 and VSUP2 nodes are internally connected by wire bonds to the VSUP
pin.
Figure 23. VDD, VAUX, and 5V-CAN Typical Application Schematic
4.2.1
VDD
Supplying the microcontroller, VDD is the main regulator for the module. All MC33903/4/5 SBCs are available with 5.0 V or
3.3 V VDD (part number selectable). The current capability and voltage monitoring of this regulator is critical for the
application. There are various safety features integrated into this regulator allowing for a highly robust and smart module
design. VDD has overcurrent, overtemperature, and undervoltage detection. In case of overtemperature, the regulator will
turn off automatically to protect itself from damage. The SBC is continuously monitoring the VDD voltage and will trigger an
interrupt or reset during undervoltage conditions.
Figure 24. VDD Typical Application Schematic Options
VDD does not require any discrete components other than a minimum of 4.7 μF capacitor. Optionally, VDD's 150 mA current
capability can be increase by the implementation of an external PNP bi-polar junction transistor. When the transistor is not
implemented, VC and VB pins must be left open. When the PNP transistor is implemented, 1/3 of the current will flow through
the device and 2/3 will flow outside through the external ballast transistor. The recommended PNP bi-polar junction
transistors are MJD42C and BCP52-16.
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MCU power supply, Vdd pin
Q1
Vbat
VE
D1
Internal current
External current
VB
VS UP 1
Control
VDD
internal PMOS
Internal Regulator
Power Sharing • 5.0V / 3.3V Option
• Supply up to 150 mA
• LDO +/‐ 2%
• Optional • Derivation of 2/3 Ivdd
• 2/3 Power dissipation
• Current Limitation
• Over Voltage protect
Figure 25. VDD Power Sharing Capability
4.2.2
VAUX
The VAUX regulator can be used to supply other ICs such as switch detection interfaces, standalone CAN transceivers, RF
modules, back up microcontroller, etc. This 5.0 V or 3.3 V +/-5% accuracy auxiliary regulator is available on all MC33904/5
SBCs, except the MC33903. The VAUX output voltage level is selectable by the SPI during the SBC's initialization phase
(default is 3.3 V). This regulator has overcurrent and undervoltage detection and automatic shutdown for protection.
Additionally, the SBC can be configured to trigger an interrupt for the microcontroller in case of an overcurrent or
undervoltage condition.
Figure 26. VAUX Typical Application Schematic
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This regulator requires an external PNP bi-polar junction transistor, a resistor, and a buffering capacitor, as shown in
Figure 26. The transistor enables better power dissipation to enhance the current capability of VAUX (MAX: 250 mA). This
regulator is OFF by default and controlled by SPI after power-up. The recommended PNP bi-polar junction transistors are
MJD42C and BCP52-16.
Auxilary regulator, Vaux pin
Vbat
5V or 3.3V
Q2
D1
VBa ux
VS U P2
VCa ux
VA u x
5V / 3.3V
auxiliary
regulator
Control of External Ballast transistor
• 5.0 / 3.3 V Configurable
• Control of Regulation (LDO +/‐5%)
• Power dissipation on external PNP
• Current Limitation
• Over Voltage protection
Figure 27. VAUX Nominal Application Characteristics
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4.2.2.1
Extending Current Capability and Routing Outside of Module
If more than 250 mA of current capability is required out of the VAUX regulator, it is possible to extend the current capability
by implementing a non-typical use case for the SBC (see Figure 28). Be warned that when using the SBC as described, the
VAUX internal current limitation is deactivated. In this case, the current will be limited by the VBAUX drive capability. Using
the recommended transistors MJD42C or BCP52-16 will increase the VAUX MAX current capability to 500 mA (considering
a DC gain greater than 25).
Figure 28. VAUX Increased Current Capability Without Current Limit Schematic
If current limit is required with higher MAX current capability, it is possible to accomplish this with a few additional
components as shown in Figure 29. In this case, the external current limit will be VBE of Q3 divided by Rs. The
recommended PNP bi-polar junction transistors are MJD42C and BCP52-16.
Figure 29. VAUX Increased Current Capability with External Current Limit Schematic
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Some applications require that the VAUX regulator be brought outside of the module. This option is also available for the
MC33904/5 SBCs with some limitations by implementing a few additional components. Adding a 5.2 V zener diode and a
100 ohm resistor as shown in Figure 30, will allow VAUX to survive shorts to +20 V. Be warned that by implementing this
circuitry, the current limit function is disabled. The VAUX voltage will also increase by about 40 mV compared to the internal
typical use case voltage shown in Figure 26. The recommended PNP bipolar junction transistors are MJD42C and
BCP52-16.
Figure 30. Vaux Routed Outside Module With +20V Protection and Without Current Limit
If current limit is required with higher MAX current capability and VAUX needs to go outside the module, it is possible to
accomplish this with a few additional components as shown in Figure 31. Adding a 5.2 V zener diode and a 100 ohm resistor
will allow VAUX to survive shorts to +20 V. In this case, the external current limit will be Vbe of Q3 divided by Rs so the SBC
will also survive shorts to GND. The VAUX voltage will increase by about 40 mV compared to the internal typical use case
voltage shown in Figure 26. The recommended PNP bi-polar junction transistors are MJD42C and BCP52-16.
Figure 31. VAUX Routed Outside Module With +20 V Protection and External Current Limit
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If it's required for the VAUX to be brought outside the module and to handle positive transient voltages up to +40 V (Load
Dump), this can be accomplished by adding a few additional components. Be warned that the VAUX current limit will be
disabled and the voltage drop will be higher due to the diode drop of D2 shown in Figure 32. Short to GND detection can
be done via the VAUX undervoltage detection. The recommended PNP bi-polar junction transistors are MJD42C and
BCP52-16.
Figure 32. Vaux Routed Outside Module With +40 V Protection and Without Current Limit
4.2.3
5V-CAN
The 5V-CAN is a dedicated 5.0 V +/-5% accuracy regulator to supply the CAN interface of the MC33903/4/5 SBC family.
This regulator has overcurrent, overtemperature, and undervoltage detection and automatic shutdown for protection. It
requires a minimum of 1.0 μF buffering capacitor and typically nothing else is connected to this regulator as shown in
Figure 33. MUX-OUT and some blocks of the LIN interfaces are also powered by the 5V-CAN. In order to have a functional
multiplexer and the LIN interfaces operational in transmit/receive mode, the 5V-CAN must be ON. This regulator is OFF by
default and must be turned ON via the SPI. Note that when in debug mode, 5V-CAN is ON by default.
Figure 33. 5V-CAN Typical Application Schematic
Although it is possible to supply other ICs with this regulator, it is not recommended mainly due to EMC performance
degradation. In such cases, module designer must take good care to keep the SBC within specification. Some applications
may not require CAN communication making the use of the 5V-CAN to supply other devices on the module more feasible.
Optionally, this regulator may also supply other devices during non-CAN communication modes of the SBC.
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4.3
Multiplexer
Some of the devices that are part of the MC33903/4/5 SBC family include an analog multiplexer to connect to the module's
microcontroller A/D converter. Critical environment conditions such as: VSUP1, VSENSE, I/O-0, I/O-1, internal 2.5 V VREF, die
Temp, and VDD-I current copy can be monitored. The output voltage on MUX-OUT is limited to the voltage on VDD. This
allows the microcontroller to gather critical module data and react accordingly to enhance the safety of the system.
Figure 34. Multiplexer Monitoring Capabilities
There are no additional components required to access the MUX-OUT since it can be connected directly to the
microcontroller except for applications where the VDD current has to be monitored. In this case, a resistor from MUX-OUT
to GND is required. An external 2.0 kohm or greater resistor is recommended (see Figure 35). Optionally, an internal resistor
can be activated via the SPI, but the resistance variation is much greater than implementing an external one. As a result,
implementing an external resistance will give more accurate readings on the MUX-OUT.
Figure 35. Multiplexer Typical Application Schematic
Note: Although the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs maximum nominal voltage is 28 V, the VSENSE reading out on MUX-OUT
will only cover 5.5 V to 27 V.
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4.4
SPI Communication
The main communication between the microcontroller and the MC33903/4/5 is through the SPI port, which is made up of
MOSI, MISO, SCLK, and CS. The maximum frequency of the SBC's 16-bit SPI is 4.0 MHz and there are 32 bit-addresses
available. The logic voltage level of the SBC's SPI port will be determined by the VDD voltage, which supplies the
microcontroller. There are no additional components required for the SPI port circuitry, but series resistor footprints are
recommended on all SPI pins (see Figure 36) in case of aggressive noise immunity requirements. If this is not an issue,
these can be populated with 0 ohm resistors. Note that the series resistance should not exceed 1.0 kohm because this may
cause some degradation on the signals due to the parasitic capacitance and dependency on the communication speed.
Figure 36. SPI Typical Application Schematic
Note: The MC33903/4/5 SBC family does not allow for SPI daisy chain implementation
4.5
Configurable I/Os and LIN-Terminations
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs offers one to four configurable I/Os and zero to two LIN-Ts dependent on part number (see
Table 1, Table 2, and Table 3). These are all rated to withstand -0.6 V up to +40 V (Load Dump) and can be configured as
outputs or wake-up inputs. When configured as outputs, these can be used to drive small loads as a high side switch or a
low side switch with thermal protection in case of overload conditions. These can also be set to high-impedance for lower
module current consumption when not in use.
4.5.1
I/O-0 and I/O-1
I/O-0 and I/O-1 are configured as wake-up inputs by default and the configuration state can be read via the SPI. The SBC
will wake-up on both a 'high' to 'low' or 'low' to 'high' transition. I/Os can be configured to continuously monitor for transitions
or 'cyclic sense wake-up' can be implemented on I/O-1 to decrease module current consumption.
Table 5. I/O-0 and I/O-1 Functionality
I/O
WU Input
High Side
Low Side
0
yes
20 mA
0.4 mA
1
yes
0.4 mA
0.4 mA
A 22 kohm resistor and a 100 nF decoupling capacitor are required for wake-up input implementation. RBAT (10 kohm
recommended) is user defined depending on module current consumption requirements since it may potentially be
connected to battery permanently (See Figure 37).
Figure 37. I/O-0 and I/O-1 Input Typical Application Schematic
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When I/O-0 and I/O-1 are configured as outputs, these can be either high side or low side switches. When configured as a
high side, the output will be switched to VSUP2 voltage. When configured as a low side, the output will be switched to GND.
The R resistor shown on the I/O in Figure 38 is not required, but it is recommended to improve ESD performance and its
value will be dependent on the circuitry the I/O has to drive.
Figure 38. I/O-0 and I/O-1 Output Typical Application Schematic
The value of resistor R will also be determined by taking into account the maximum current capability of the I/O. Look at
Table 5 for high side and low side current capability for I/O-0 and I/O-1.
4.5.2
I/O-2 and I/O-3
I/O-2 and I/O-3 are disabled by default and must be configured by SPI during SBC initialization. When configured as wake-up
inputs, the SBC will wake-up on both a 'high' to 'low' or 'low' to 'high' transition. These I/Os can be configured to continuously
monitor for transitions or 'cyclic sense wake-up' can be implemented on I/O-2 and I/O-3 to decrease module current
consumption.
Table 6. I/O-2 and I/O-3 Functionality
I/O
WU Input
High Side
Low Side
2
yes
20 mA
N/A
3
yes
20 mA
N/A
A 22 kohm resistor and a 100 nF decoupling capacitor are required for wake-up input implementation. RBAT (10 kohm
recommended) is user defined depending on module current consumption requirements since it may potentially be
connected to battery permanently (See Figure 39).
Figure 39. I/O-2 and I/O-3 Input Typical Application Schematic
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When I/O-2 and I/O-3 are configured as outputs, these can only be high side switches and the output will be VSUP2 voltage.
The R resistor shown on the I/O in Figure 40 is not required, but it is recommended to improve ESD performance and its
value will be dependent on the circuitry the I/O has to drive.
Figure 40. I/O-2 and I/O-3 Output Typical Application Schematic
The value of resistor R will also be determined by taking into account the maximum current capability of the I/O. Look at
Table 6 for high side capability of I/O-2 and I/O-3.
4.5.3
LIN-T1 and LIN-T2
LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 have dual functionality and can be configured as I/O-2 and I/O-3 correspondingly.
These are disabled by default and must be configured by SPI during SBC initialization. They can be configured as LIN
terminations for LIN master node applications or as I/O-2 or I/O3 depending on part number.
When these are configured as LIN-Ts, they are controlled by the LIN register and will internally switch to VSUP2 as required
by LIN master node application.
Figure 41. LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 Typical Application Schematic
When LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 are configured to function as an I/O, these can be configured as wake-up inputs or high side
outputs. When configured as wake-up inputs, the SBC will wake-up on both a 'high' to 'low' or 'low' to 'high' transition. These
can be configured to continuously monitor for transitions or 'cyclic sense wake-up' can be implemented on LIN-T1 and
LIN-T2 to decrease module current consumption.
Table 7. LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 Functionality
LIN
WU Input
High Side
Low Side
T1
yes
20 mA
N/A
T2
yes
20 mA
N/A
A 22 kohm resistor and a 100 nF decoupling capacitor are required for wake-up input implementation. RBAT (10 kohm
recommended) is user defined depending on module current consumption requirements since it may potentially be
connected to battery permanently (See Figure 42).
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Figure 42. LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 Input Typical Application Schematic
When LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 are configured as outputs, these can only be high side switches and the output will be VSUP2
voltage. The R2 resistor shown on the LIN-T in Figure 43 is not required, but it is recommended to improve ESD
performance and its value will be dependent on the circuitry the I/O has to drive.
Figure 43. LIN-T1 and LIN-T2 Output Typical Application Schematic
The value of resistor R2 will also be determined by taking into account the maximum current capability of the LIN-T. Look at
Table 7 for high side capability for LIN-T1 and LIN-T2.
4.6
Safety Interactions with Microcontroller and Debug
The MC33903/4/5 offers a wide range of functional safety features that allows the module designer to implement highly
robust and reliable safety systems. The SBC's optional SAFE active low open drain output structure can be configured to
trigger in case of a microcontroller failure, which could be indicated by multiple resets, RST pin shorted to GND, low VDD, or
missed watchdog/s. This will indicate that the module's microcontroller is no longer functional and a safety mechanism must
be activated. SAFE pin must be left open if not used.
A safety implementation option is to activate a safety circuitry that is fully independent from the SBC or the microcontroller.
Figure 44 shows this option and also allows the main MCU (microcontroller) to activate the safety circuitry even if the SAFE
was not triggered. This adds system flexibility by allowing the MCU or the SAFE to activate the Safe Circuitry. All discrete
components are determined by Safe Circuitry specifications.
Figure 44. SAFE Typical Application Schematic
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Another option is to just turn ON an LED in case of a SAFE fault. Figure 45 show a simple way to accomplish this. The
resistor is determined by the LED specifications.
Figure 45. SAFE LED Indicator Typical Application Schematic
The MC33903/4/5 also implements a RST that allows for a system reset at first power up and for any other serious module
conditions that may require a system reset such as battery faults generating VDD undervoltage conditions. The reset
duration can be configured to 1.0 ms, 5.0 ms, 10.0 ms, or 20.0 ms via the SPI (1.0 ms by default) depending on application
requirements. There are no additional discrete components required to connect the RST (internal ~11 kohm pull-up to VDD)
to the microcontroller, but a 10 kohm pull-up resistor to VDD and a 100nF capacitor to GND are recommended for noise
immunity and signal integrity on some applications.
Figure 46. RST Typical Application Schematic
The MC33903/4/5 also offers mask-able interrupts configurable to selectively trigger upon CAN and LIN faults, overvoltage
and undervoltage conditions on VAUX, 5V-CAN, VSUP, and VSENSE, missed watchdog/s, thermal issues and overcurrent
conditions. The INT duration can be configured to 25 us or 100 us (default) via the SPI depending on application
requirements. Additionally, the microcontroller can request and INT as needed by sending a SPI command. There are no
additional discrete components required to connect the INT (internal ~10 kohm pull-up to VDD) to the microcontroller, but a
10 kohm pull-up resistor to VDD is recommended for noise immunity and signal integrity on some applications.
Figure 47. INT Typical Application Schematic
The DBG (debug) pin has dual functionality. It can be used to run the SBC in debug mode (no need to monitor the watchdog)
by placing 8.0 V - 10 V on pin or a resistor can be placed to GND. When the resistance to GND is implemented on this pin,
the SBC will then react to a module fault in four different safe modes of the SBC depending on the DBG resistor value as
shown in Figure 48.
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SAFE_RE
S
[2:0]
Description
Default state
0xx
100
101
110
111
Reset condition
Enable the SAFE RESITOR value check. If the SAFE resitor value is diferent of the range selected this will set a flag on SAFE register. INT generated to report this error. Additionaly in
DEBUG mode or if a mismatch error between this config and the resistior range , this register will define the safe mode configuation and no consider the DBG resistance.
Disable
Resistor at DBG pin
SAFE MODE
Disable (additionaly in DEBUG mode disable the SAFE mode detections)
MIN
TYP
MAX
After bus idle detection AND ignition signal low=> Turn Vdd OFF + WU enable
57.5k
68k
B3
After ignition signal low=> Turn Vdd OFF + WU enable
27.5k
33k
34.5k
B2
After bus idle detection=> Turn Vdd OFF + WU enable
14k
15k
16.5k
B1
No further action
6k
A
Power down (every time VSUV_BATFAIL is set)
Figure 48. DBG Resistor Values for SAFE Mode
One example circuit that can be implemented to run module in debug mode is by populating J27 and leaving J28 'open' in
Figure 49, where the zener diode will maintain ~8.0 V on the DBG pin. The MC33903/4/5 also gives the flexibility to get out
of debug mode by sending a specific SPI command (this overrides the hard-wired voltage on DBG).
Figure 49. DBG Typical Application Schematic
To run in typical mode (where watchdog has to be monitored), J27 should be left 'open' and J28 can be populated to allow
SAFE MODE A functionality. To allow other SAFE MODE implementations, J27 and J28 can be left open and R25 can be
interchanged to the corresponding SAFE MODE resistor value given in Figure 48.
4.7
CAN and LIN Physical Layers
The MC33903/4/5 implements one CAN physical layer and zero to two LIN physical layers dependent on part number (see
Table 1, Table 2, and Table 3). The numerous variations of devices that combine both CAN and LIN communication
protocols give the engineer great flexibility to design high conformance systems ranging from entry level modules to highly
integrated high-end modules.
4.7.1
CAN
The CAN physical layer interface of the MC33903/4/5 is compliant to the ISO 11898-2 and ISO 11898-5 protocol
specifications. This physical layer is specifically supplied by VSUP2 for all devices that have two supply inputs and VSUP
for the rest of the devices, which only have a single supply input. The CAN physical layer is internally supplied by the 5V-CAN
regulator and communicates with the microcontroller via TxD and RxD. CANH and CANL are biased to 2.5 V when the bus
is in recessive state and to GND when the transceiver is in sleep state.
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+5V
25k
2.5V
sleep
25k
hz
Bus
termination
driver
CAN H
Rxd
Dominant
state
Txd
“0”
“1”
BUS
VcanH
Differential
receiver
4V
120
2.5V
CAN L
Txd
Vdiff
driver
1V
60
Recessive
state
+5V
VcanL
gnd
60
Sleep
state
Rxd
SPLIT
Split
termination
Figure 50. High Speed CAN Physical Interface
The general CAN network architecture is driven by the ISO 11898 specification and requires that two nodes be terminated
with 120 ohm resistors on both ends of the twisted pair network. As shown in Figure 51.
CAN H
MC33905
RL
RL
MC33905
CAN L
Notation
RLa)
Unit
O
Value
Condition
min.
nom.
max.
100
120
130
Min. power dissipation: 220 mW.
a) Dependent on the topology, the Bit rate, and the slew rate deviations from 120 O may be possible. It is, however, necessary to check the applicability of other resistor values in each case. It is furthermore possible to use a single central bus termination. In this case the termination concentrates into one resistor with the value RL / 2 offering a power dissipation of at least 440 mW. This central termination might also be implemented using a split termination consisting out of 2 resistors with each RL / 4 and at least 220 mW per resistor.
The power dissipation is calculated based on the maximum differential bus voltage of 5V, which is independent from the battery supply system. In case short circuits on the bus wires towards battery have to be supported, the minimum required power dissipation increases depending on the assumed maximum short circuit bus voltage.
Remark : The lower the termination resistor value is the smaller the number of nodes in a network is due to the internal differential resistors of all receivers connected to the bus lines CAN_H and CAN_L.
Figure 51. High Speed CAN Network Architecture
The non-terminated nodes should be connected to the network as shown on Figure 52 to comply with the CAN bus network
topology as specified by the ISO 11898.
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Figure 52. High Speed CAN Network Topology
The MC33903/4/5 implements a highly robust CAN interface which can sustain ESD pulses up to +/-8 kV (Human Body
Model) at the CANH and CANL pins. If application requires higher ESD voltage robustness, external protection components
such as a transient voltage suppressor (TVS) are required to protect these pins. The MMB27VCLT1 (D) is recommended to
achieve better ESD results (see Figure 53). Implementing this TVS will improve ESD performance up to +/-15 kV according
to ISO 10605-2008 (ESD powered). Additionally, a 47 pF capacitor (C) should be placed on the CANH and CANL pins for
noise immunity, ESD, and to lower noise emissions. Figure 54 shows the recommended circuitry for the CAN transceiver.
Figure 53. CANH and CANL ESD External Protection Typical Application Schematic
Optionally, a common mode choke (L1) may be implemented on the CAN transceiver if the application requires it. If this is
the case, the TDK ACT45B-510 is recommended for noise immunity and emissions. This will increase the immunity for RF
noise and lower the noise emitted by the CAN transceiver. Note that the MC33903/4/5 has been EMC certified according to
SAE J2962-2 without the need to include a common mode choke on the CAN physical layer.
Figure 54. CANH and CANL Typical Application Schematic
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The MC33903/4/5 offers a SPLIT pin that can optionally be implemented to further improve EMC performance and signal
stability during recessive state of the CAN bus. This also adds flexibility and various options for connecting the terminating
CAN nodes. If SPLIT is not used, it must be left open.
Figure 55. CAN Termination Options
4.7.2
LIN
The MC33903/4/5 offers zero to two LIN transceivers that are compliant to LIN 2.1 and J2602-2 protocol specifications. The
LIN interfaces are specifically supplied by VSUP2 for all devices that have two supply inputs and Vsup for the rest of the
devices, which only have a single supply input. Similar to the CAN transceiver, the LIN interface communicates with the
microcontroller via TxD and RxD, but at slower baud rates and under a different communication protocol.
Vsup
R
TX (input)
Dominant state
recessive state
LIN
0.5Vsup
recessive state
LIN
‐
comp
RX
+
R
0.5Vsup
TX
gnd
RX (ouput)
Figure 56. LIN Physical Interface
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The bus topology is based on single master and multiple slave architecture (see Figure 57). The master module must
implement an external 1.0 kohm pull-up resistor to VSUP in series with a diode. This is to prevent current flowing from the
LIN bus into the module and creating an uncontrolled power supply in case of a "loss of battery".
LIN node
tx
220p
slave
rx
LIN node
tx
220p
slave
rx
LIN node
tx
Vsup2
220p
Gateway
LIN node
1K
rx
LIN node
tx
rx
slave
tx
LIN bus
220p
MASTER
slave
rx
1n
Figure 57. LIN Network Topology
There are two circuitry options for master LIN nodes. The SBC's LIN-Termination pin can be implemented or the 1.0 kohm
resistor and diode can be connected directly to VSUP (see Figure 58). The recommended diode is 1N4148WS and the
resistor can be +/-10% accurate. For better EMC performance, a capacitor must be placed on the LIN pin. The value of this
capacitor is subject to OEM approval, it is recommended to have a minimum of 68 pF.
Figure 58. LIN Master Node Application Schematic Options
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5
Programming the SBC
Once the module circuitry is all laid out, the designer can then start the software development. The MC33903/4/5 requires
some simple, but important initialization and feature configurations that will allow maximizing the functional safety aspects
of the SBC. Because the feature set is different dependent on part number, the software may differ from application to
application. Note that if the software has been written to drive the MC33905D and exercise all of its features and safety
aspects, this same software can be used to drive ANY of the MC33903/4/5 SBCs. The commands that are sent, for which
the specific SBC does not have the feature, will be ignored and will not have a negative effect on the module's functionality.
5.1
SPI
The communication between the SBC and the module's microcontroller is driven by type 2 Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI),
where the data is changed on the rising edge of SCLK and sampled on the falling edge as shown on Figure 59.
Figure 59. Serial Peripheral Interface
Note: SPI does not have daisy chain capability.
Via SPI, the microcontroller can write to specific registers, read these registers to verify content and device status, and
additionally it can read any device status flags that may have been set.
The maximum operating frequency for the SPI bus is 4.0 MHz and it's made up of 16 bits (except for 1 watchdog refresh
case). It implements optional parity and any SPI message sent that is not a multiple of 8 clock pulses will be ignored and
generate an interrupt. The SPI bus also has CS short to GND detection. Any SPI message sent will return valid device status
data on MISO (i.e. CAN failure, I/O failure, Wake-up, etc.) There are 32 SPI bit register addresses and the overall SPI
architecture is as shown on Figure 60.
Bit 15 Bit 14 Bit 13 Bit 12 Bit 11 Bit 10 Bit 9
MOSI
C1
C0
A4
S15
S14
A2
A1
A0
register address
control bits
MISO
A3
S13
S12
S11
S10
Device Status
Bit 8
Bit 7 Bit 6
P/N
D7
D6
Bit 5
D5
Bit 4 Bit 3
Bit 2
Bit 1
Bit 0
D4
D2
D1
D0
Do2
Do1
Do0
Parity (optional) or
Next bit = 1
S9
S8
Do7
D3
data
Do6
Do5 Do4
Do3
Extended Device Status, Register Control bits or Device Flags
Figure 60. SPI Read and Write Functionality
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Bits 15 and 14 are the control bits to determine if the SPI word sent is a write to register address, read back of the register
address, or a read of the device's flags from a register address. Bit 8 is for optional parity selection where a 0 represents no
parity and a 1 represents parity is selected. Refer to the datasheet for more parity details.
Table 8. SPI Operations (bits 8, 14, & 15)
Parity/Next
MOSI[8] P/N
Control Bits MOSI[15-14], C1-C0
Type of Command
00
Read back of register
content and block (CAN,
I/O, INT, LINs) real time
state. See Table 12.
1
Bit 8 must be set to 1, independently of the parity function
selected or not selected.
01
Write to register
address, to control the
device operation
0
If bit 8 is set to “0”: means parity not selected OR
10
Reserved
11
Read of device flags
form a register address
Note for Bit 8 P/N
parity is selected AND parity = 0
1
if bit 8 is set to “1”: means parity is selected AND parity = 1
1
Bit 8 must be set to 1, independently of the parity function
selected or not selected.
Bits 13 - 9 are the register address bits and are mapped in Table 9.
Table 9. Device Registers with Corresponding Address
Address
MOSI[13-9]
A4...A0
Quick Ref.
Name
Description
0_0000
Analog Multiplexer
0_0001
Functionality
MUX
1) Write “device control bits” to register address.
2) Read back register “control bits”
Memory byte A
RAM_A
0_0010
Memory byte B
RAM_B
1) Write “data byte” to register address.
2) Read back “data byte” from register address
0_0011
Memory byte C
RAM_C
0_0100
Memory byte D
RAM_D
0_0101
Initialization Regulators
Init REG
0_0110
Initialization Watchdog
Init watchdog
0_0111
Initialization LIN and I/O
0_1000
Initialization Miscellaneous functions
0_1001
Specific modes
0_1010
Timer_A: watchdog & LP MCU consumption
TIM_A
0_1011
Timer_B: Cyclic Sense & Cyclic Interrupt
TIM_B
0_1100
Timer_C: watchdog LP & Forced Wake-up
TIM_C
0_1101
Watchdog Refresh
0_1110
Mode register
1) Write “device initialization control bits” to register address.
2) Read back “initialization control bits” from register address
Init LIN I/O
Init MISC
SPE_MODE 1) Write to register to select device Specific mode, using “Inverted
Random Code”.
2) Read “Random Code”
watchdog
MODE
1) Write “timing values” to register address.
2) Read back register “timing values”
Watchdog Refresh Commands
1) Write to register to select LP mode, with optional “Inverted Random
code” and select Wake-up functionality
2) Read operations:
Read back device “Current mode”
Read “Random Code”,
Leave “Debug mode”
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Table 9. Device Registers with Corresponding Address (continued)
Address
MOSI[13-9]
A4...A0
Description
Quick Ref.
Name
0_1111
Regulator Control
REG
1_0000
CAN interface control
CAN
1_0001
Input Output control
1_0010
Interrupt Control
1_0011
LIN1 interface control
LIN1
1_0100
LIN2 interface control
LIN2
I/O
Interrupt
Functionality
1) Write “device control bits” to register address, to select device
operation.
2) Read back register “control bits”.
3) Read device flags from each of the register addresses.
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5.2
SBC Modes
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs has various modes of operation to accommodate the majority of module requirements
such as low current consumption with microcontroller completely OFF or ON with limited functionality capability, flashing of
the module, microcontroller soft start, etc. The SBC has eight different states it can transition through after power up as
shown in Figure 61.
VSUP/1 rise > VSUP-TH1
& VDD > VDD_UVTH
VSUP fall
POWER DOWN
INIT Reset
start T_IR
(T_IR = 1.0 ms)
T_INIT expired
or VDD<VDD_UVTH
VSUP fall
watchdog refresh
by SPI
T_IR expired
INIT
FLASH
start T_WDF
(config)
Ext reset
SPI secured
or T_WDF expired
or VDD<VDD_UVTH
start T_INIT
(T_INIT = 256ms)
SPI secured (3)
SPI write (0x5A00)
(watchdog refresh)
SPI secured (3)
NORMAL (4)
RESET
Wake-up
Debug
mode
detection
start T_R
(1.0 ms or config)
VDD<VDD_UVTH or T_WD expired
or watchdog failure (1) or SPI secured
or VDD TSD
T_NR expired
T_R expired
& VDD>VDD_UVTH
start T_WDN
(T_WDN = config)
SPI write (0x5A00)
(watchdog refresh)
NORMAL
REQUEST
start T_NR
(256 ms or config)
watchdog refresh
by SPI
SPI
LP
VDD ON
Wake-up (5)
if enable
watchdog refresh
by SPI
start T_WDL (2)
T_OC expired
or Wake-up
I-DD<IOC
(1.5 mA)
VDD<VDD_UVTHLP
LP VDDON
IDD > 1.5 mA
I-DD>IOC
(1.5 mA)
start T_OC time
T_WDL expired or VDD<VDD_UVTHLP
SPI
LP
VDD OFF
FAIL-SAFE DETECTED
Figure 61. State Diagram
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5.2.1
Debug Mode
Debug mode is a special operation implementation of the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs that allows for easy debugging of
the software and hardware. When debug mode is detected, all software watchdog operations are disabled. The 256 ms in
INIT mode, watchdog refresh of Normal and Flash modes, Normal Request time out (256 ms or user defined) are disabled
and do not lead into an INIT Reset or Reset mode transition. When the SBC is running in debug mode, a SPI command can
be sent without any watchdog operation time constraints. The MCU software can be debugged in real-time and halted when
necessary to verify proper operation.
Note: SAFE mode functionality is also available in debug mode operation. In this case, the SBC will activate SAFE mode
B2 as shown in Figure 66 (regardless of the resistor value on the DBG pin).
To set the device in Debug mode, 8.0 V to 10 V must be applied on the DBG pin before powering up the SBC. When the
SBC transitions from INIT Reset into INIT mode, it will detect if the voltage at the DBG pin is within the specified 8.0 V 10.0 V range.
INIT Reset
start T_IR
(T_IR = 1.0 ms)
Debug
mode
detection
T_INIT expired
or VDD<VDD_UVTH
T_IR expired
INIT
start T_INIT
(T_INIT = 256ms)
Figure 62. Init Reset and INIT State Diagram
If debug voltage condition is met, the SBC will activate the debug mode operation. The debug status of the device is reported
via a flag in the Device Modes register (0xDD80). See Table 10 for more details.
Table 10. Device Modes
Global commands and effects
Read device current mode, Leave debug mode.
Keep SAFE pin as is.
MOSI in hexadecimal: 1D 00
MOSI
bits 15-14
bits 13-9
bit 8
bit 7
bits 6-0
00
01 110
1
0
000 0000
MISO
Read device current mode
Release SAFE pin (turn OFF).
MOSI in hexadecimal: 1D 80
MOSI
MOSI
MISO
bit 7-3
bit 2-0
Fix Status
device current mode
Random code
bits 15-14
bits 13-9
bit 8
bit 7
bits 6-0
00
01 110
1
1
000 0000
MISO
Read device current mode, Leave debug mode.
Keep SAFE pin as is.
MOSI in hexadecimal: DD 00
MISO reports Debug and SAFE state (bits 1,0)
bit 15-8
bit 15-8
bit 7-3
bit 2-0
Fix Status
device current mode
Random code
bits 15-14
bits 13-9
bit 8
bit 7
bits 6-0
11
01 110
1
0
000 0000
bit 15-8
bit 7-3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
Fix Status
device current mode
X
SAFE
DEBUG
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Table 10. Device Modes (continued)
Global commands and effects
Read device current mode, Keep DEBUG mode
Release SAFE pin (turn OFF).
MOSI in hexadecimal: DD 80
MISO reports Debug and SAFE state (bits 1,0)
MOSI
bits 15-14
bits 13-9
bit 8
bit 7
bits 6-0
11
01 110
1
1
000 0000
MISO
bit 15-8
bit 7-3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
Fix Status
device current mode
X
SAFE
DEBUG
If the voltage on the DBG pin falls below the specified 8V, the SBC will exit debug mode, all the watchdog operations are
enabled, and a proper watchdog refresh is expected. The SBC can also exit out of debug mode by reading the Device Modes
register (0xDD00) as specified in Table 10. This SPI command has priority over the voltage measured on the DBG pin and
is especially useful when the module requires exiting out of debug mode regardless of the hardware configuration.
5.2.2
SAFE Modes
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBC includes four different SAFE modes that are hardware configuration selectable by means
of a specific resistor value placed on the DBG pin (see Table 11). These SAFE Modes can also be verified and initialized
by software SPI command. The INIT MISC register allows for the SAFE mode verification and modification (see Table 16).
This functional safety feature provides flexibility to the module designer to implement a robust and safe system. The fast
reaction of the SBC to a module fault is predictable and can accommodate for lower power consumption in such event. The
SAFE output also provides a "plan B" in case of a microcontroller failure where the module will be placed in a known state.
Note: SAFE mode functionality is also available in debug mode operation. In this case, the SBC will activate SAFE mode B2
as shown in Figure 66 (regardless of the resistor value on the DBG pin).
Table 11. Fail-safe Options
Resistor at
DBG pin
SPI coding - register INIT MISC bits [2,1,0]
(higher priority that Resistor coding)
Safe mode
code
<6.0 k
bits [2,1,0) = [111]: verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically
0 kohm (RA) - Selection of SAFE mode A
A
remains ON
typically 15 k
bits [2,1,0) = [110]: verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically
15 kohm (RB1) - Selection of SAFE mode B1
B1
Turn OFF 8.0 s after CAN traffic bus idle detection.
typically 33 k
bits [2,1,0) = [101]: verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically
33 kohm (RB2 - Selection of SAFE mode B2
B2
Turn OFF when I/O-1 low level detected.
typically 68 k
bits [2,1,0) = [100]: verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically
68 kohm (RB3) - Selection of SAFE mode B3
B3
Turn OFF 8.0 s after CAN traffic bus idle detection
AND when I/O-1 low level detected.
VDD status
The SAFE active 'low' output is triggered upon a watchdog failure, multiple resets, VDD low, or if the RST pin is shorted to
GND. The SBC reaction to any of these faults will then be dependent on the resistor value on the DBG pin. The VDD may
remain ON or turn OFF after specified conditions are met (see Table 11).
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W/D failure
A Safe Output activation after 1 RST pulse (no change)
2 RST pulses (SPI selectable)
Multiple RST
SAFE
MODE
Vdd Low
Default
SAFE
Output
To Low
RST short to GND
B1 CAN Bus IDLE Timeout
B2 Ignition key off
detection on I/O1
VDD off
after
Timeout
+
W/U
Enable
RESET
MODE
B3 : B1 AND B2
A, B1, B2, B3 are HW configurable Resistor on DBG pin
Figure 63. Fail SAFE Modes
When the SBC goes into SAFE mode A, the VDD remains ON keeping the microcontroller powered up until the failure
condition recovers and the microcontroller is then able to properly control the device and refresh the watchdog. The SAFE
output activation can be initialized to trigger on the first missing watchdog or on the second consecutive missing watchdog
(refer to Figure 64) via the INIT Watchdog register specified in Table 14.
Figure 64. Watchdog and Fail SAFE Operation
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During SAFE mode B1, the VDD will remain ON keeping the microcontroller powered up for as long as the CAN bus is active.
The VDD will shut down if CAN bus traffic goes idle for typically 8.0 seconds, but the SBC is CAN and I/O-1 wake-up enabled
allowing the system to recover.
W/D failure
B1
Multiple RST
SAFE
MODE
Vdd Low
RST short to GND
Default
SAFE
Output
To Low
1) SAFE pin low => ex: Low Beam ON, Wiper ON, fan ON, fuel pump ON etc
2) CAN traffic stopped, means car in parking mode.
3) Vdd disabled after a time out. Wake up activated (CAN, I/O_1) to give a chance for the system to resume.
ECU is in know SAFE state, hardware controlled
SAFE terminal
CAN traffic
8s
Wake up detected
Vdd
Vdd off: ECU reduced consumption
Figure 65. SAFE Mode B1
During SAFE mode B2, the VDD will remain ON keeping the microcontroller powered up until an I/O-1 'low' level is detected,
but the SBC is CAN and I/O-1 wake-up enabled allowing the system to recover.
W/D failure
B2
Multiple RST
SAFE
MODE
Vdd Low
RST short to GND
Default
SAFE
Output
To Low
Ignition turn OFF. Car in parking mode.
Vdd disabled after a time out. Wake up activated (CAN I/O_1) to give a chance for the system to resume.
ECU is in know SAFE state, hardware controlled
SAFE terminal
IGN on (I/O_1)
IGN off
Wake up detected
Vdd
Vdd off: ECU reduced consumption
Figure 66. SAFE Mode B2
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SAFE mode B3 combines SAFE modes B1 and B2. During SAFE mode B3, the VDD will remain ON keeping the
microcontroller powered up until the CAN bus goes idle for typically 8 seconds AND an I/O-1 'low' level is detected, but the
SBC is CAN and I/O-1 wake-up enabled allowing the system to recover.
Figure 67. SAFE Mode B3
5.3
Flags and Device Status
It is very important to read the SBC's flags and acquire the real time status of the SBC's feature set after power up and after
any mode transition or wake-up. This information will enable the microcontroller to react accordingly dependent on module's
requirements. It is also recommended to periodically read the flags that may have been set and the SBC feature set status
as required by application. This allows for the design of a highly flexible, smart, and functional safe system due to enhanced
diagnostics where wake-up, interrupts, and reset sources and faults can be identified. Refer to Table 12 and the datasheet
for further flag description details.
Table 12. Device Flag, I/O Real Time and Device Identification
Bits
15-14
13-9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
bit 1
bit 0
MOSI bits 15-7
MOSI
MISO
bits [15,
14]
Address
[13-9]
bit 8
Next 7 MOSI bits (bits 6.0) should be “000_0000”
bit
7
8 Bits Device Fixed Status
(bits 15...8)
MISO bits [7-0], device response on MISO pin
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
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Table 12. Device Flag, I/O Real Time and Device Identification (continued)
Bits
15-14
13-9
8
REG
11
0_1111
REG
1
11
7
0
1
6
VAUX_LOW
-
5
4
3
2
VAUX_OVERCUR
5V-CAN_
RENT
THERMAL
SHUTDOWN
-
-
5V-CAN_
5V-CAN_
UV
OVERCURRENT
VDD_
THERMAL
SHUTDOWN
1
0
VSENSE_
VSUP_
IDD-OC-NORMA
LOW
UNDERVOLTAGE
L MODE
RST_LOW
(<100 ms)
VSUP_
BATFAIL
IDD-OC-LP
VDDON MODE
TXD dom
Bus Dom
clamp
CAN
Overcurrent
CANH to
VBAT
CANH to VDD
CANH to
GND
-
-
-
Hexa SPI commands to get Vreg Flags: MOSI 0x DF 00, and MOSI Ox DF 80
CAN
11
1_0000
CAN
1
0
CAN
Wake-up
-
1
CAN_UF
CAN_F
CAN
Overtemp
RXD low
Rxd high
CANL to VBAT CANL to VDD CANL to GND
Hexa SPI commands to get CAN Flags: MOSI 0x E1 00, and MOSI 0x E1 80
00
1_0000
CAN
1
1
CAN Driver
State
CAN Receiver
State
CAN WU
en/dis
-
-
Hexa SPI commands to get CAN real time status: MOSI 0x 21 80
I/O
11
1_0001
I/O
1
0
HS3 short to
GND
HS2 short to
GND
SPI parity
error
CS low
>2.0 ms
VSUP/2-UV
VSUP/1-OV
I/O_O thermal
watchdog
flash mode
50%
1
I/O_1-3
Wake-up
I/O_0-2
Wake-up
SPI Wake-up
FWU
INT service
Timeout
LP VDD OFF
Reset request
Hardware
Leave Debug
Hexa SPI commands to get I/O Flags and I/O Wake-up: MOSI 0x E3 00, and MOSI 0x E3 80
00
1_0001
I/O
1
1
I/O_3
state
I/O_2
state
I/O_1 state
I/O_0 state
Hexa SPI commands to get I/O real time level: MOSI 0x 23 80
SAFE
11
1_0010
SAFE
1
0
INT request
1
-
1
VDD (5.0 V or
3.3 V)
RST high
-
DBG resistor
-
VDD temp
Pre-warning
VDD UV
VDD low
>100 ms
VDD low RST
VDD
Overvoltage
VAUX_overVOLT
-
RST low
>100 ms
multiple
Resets
watchdog
refresh failure
id1
id0
RXD1 high
TXD1 dom
LIN1 bus dom
clamp
-
-
-
RXD2 high
TXD2 dom
LIN2 bus dom
clamp
-
-
-
AGE
Hexa SPI commands to get INT and RST Flags: MOSI 0x E5 00, and MOSI 0x E5 80
00
1_0010
SAFE
1
device
p/n 1
device
p/n 0
id4
id3
id2
Hexa SPI commands to get device Identification: MOSI 0x 2580
example: MISO bit [7-0] = 1011 0100: MC33904, 5.0 V version, silicon Rev. C (Pass 3.3)
LIN/1
11
1_0011
LIN 1
1
0
-
LIN1
Wake-up
LIN1 Term
short to GND
LIN 1
Overtemp
RXD1 low
Hexa SPI commands to get LIN 2 Flags: MOSI 0x E7 00
00
1_0011
LIN 1
1
1
LIN1 State
11
1_0100
LIN 2
1
0
-
00
1_0100
LIN 2
1
1
LIN2 State
LIN1 WU
en/dis
-
-
-
Hexa SPI commands to get LIN1 real time status: MOSI 0x 27 80
LIN2
LIN2
Wake-up
LIN2 Term
short to GND
LIN 2
Overtemp
RXD2 low
Hexa SPI commands to get LIN 2 Flags: MOSI 0x E9 00
LIN2 WU
en/dis
-
-
-
Hexa SPI commands to get LIN2 real time status: MOSI 0x 29 80
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5.4
Initializing the SBC
After powering up the SBC, it will transition into the INIT Reset state when the VSUP voltage goes above the VSUP-TH1
threshold (typ. 4.1 V) and VDD goes above the VDD_UVTH (typ. 4.6 V). As the VSUP/1 voltage ramps up, the slope controlled
VDD will follow and the RST pin stays asserted 'low' as shown in Figure 68. Once VDD reaches the VDD_UVTH, the INIT mode
counter starts counting up to 1.0 ms (default) based on the internal oscillator, which is powered by VSUP1. Within this 1.0 ms
time frame, 5V_CAN starts and DBG pin is checked for debug mode. After the 1.0 ms time frame, the SBC enters into INIT
state and RST is released.
VSUP fall
POWER DOWN
VSUP/1 rise > VSUP-TH1
& VDD > VDD_UVTH
INIT Reset
start T_IR
(T_IR = 1.0 ms)
Debug
mode
detection
T_INIT expired
or VDD<VDD_UVTH
T_IR expired
INIT
start T_INIT
(T_INIT = 256ms)
Figure 68. Initialization After Power-up
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Once the SBC enters into the INIT state, the T_init mode counter starts counting up to 256 ms. The microcontroller can then
change the INIT registers and enter Normal mode (via SPI W/D refresh) within this allowed time frame; otherwise, the SBC
will transition back into INIT Reset state as shown in Figure 69. The INIT phase is the only state where the INIT registers
can be changed. If these are not changed, the default register values are taken. Refer to the datasheet for more details.
Figure 69. INIT Reset, INIT, and Normal Mode After Power Up
There are four registers assigned for the initialization of the MC33903/4/5 SBC family, which are the INIT REG, INIT
watchdog, INIT LIN I/O, and INIT MISC.
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5.4.1
Initializing the Regulators
The INIT REG register allows the microcontroller to initialize the cyclic sense functionality of I/O-1 to be dependent on I/O-0
activation or not and also the I/O-0 activation time. This register also allows the selection of the VDD undervoltage threshold
to trigger a RST and/or INT and the duration of the triggered reset after VDD goes above the VDD undervoltage threshold.
The VAUX voltage can also be initialized to 3.3 V or 5.0 V in this register.
Table 13. Initialization Regulator Registers, INIT REG (note: register can be written only in INIT mode)
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_0101 [P/N]
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 00 _ 101 P
I/O-x sync
VDDL rst[1]
VDDL rst[0]
VDD rstD[1]
VDD rstD[0]
VAUX5/3
Cyclic on[1]
Cyclic on[0]
Default state
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bit
b7
Description
I/O-x sync - Determine if I/O-1 is sensed during I/O-0 activation, when cyclic sense function is selected
0
I/O-1 sense anytime
1
I/O-1 sense during I/O-0 activation
b6, b5
VDDL RST[1] VDDL RST[0] - Select the VDD undervoltage threshold, to activate RST pin and/or INT
00
Reset at approx 0.9 VDD.
01
INT at approx 0.9 VDD, Reset at approx 0.7 VDD
10
Reset at approx 0.7 VDD
11
Reset at approx 0.9 VDD.
b4, b3
VDD RSTD[1] VDD RSTD[0] - Select the RST pin low lev duration, after VDD rises above the VDD undervoltage threshold
00
1.0 ms
01
5.0 ms
10
10 ms
11
20 ms
b2
[VAUX 5/3] - Select Vauxilary output voltage
0
VAUX = 3.3 V
1
VAUX = 5.0 V
b1, b0
Cyclic on[1] Cyclic on[0] - Determine I/O-0 activation time, when cyclic sense function is selected
00
200 s (typical value. Ref. to dynamic parameters for exact value)
01
400 s (typical value. Ref. to dynamic parameters for exact value)
10
800 s (typical value. Ref. to dynamic parameters for exact value)
11
1600 s (typical value. Ref. to dynamic parameters for exact value)
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5.4.2
Initializing the Watchdog
The INIT watchdog register allows the microcontroller to initialize the SBC to implement advanced, window, or timeout
watchdog operation. This register also allows for the initialization of the SAFE to be asserted after one or two consecutive
resets. The maximum time delay between an INT assertion and the INT source read via the SPI can also be initialized in
this register. For Low Power VDD ON mode, the overcurrent consumption and the deglitching time on VDD can be initialized
to automatically wake-up with or without a watchdog refresh. The microcontroller is also allowed to initialize whether the VDD
is kept ON during a crank pulse or disabled when VSUP goes below typ. 4.0 V.
Table 14. Initialization Watchdog Registers, INIT watchdog (note: register can be written only in INIT mode)
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_0110 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 00 _ 110 P
WD2INT
MCU_OC
OC-TIM
WD Safe
WD_spi[1]
WD_spi[0]
WD N/Win
Crank
Default state
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
Condition for default
POR
Bit
b7
Description
WD2INT - Select the maximum time delay between INT occurrence and INT source read SPI command
0
Function disable. No constraint between INT occurrence and INT source read.
1
INT source read must occur before the remaining of the current watchdog period plus 2 complete watchdog periods.
b6, b5
MCU_OC, OC-TIM - In LP VDD ON, select watchdog refresh and VDD current monitoring functionality. VDD_OC_LP threshold is defined in device
electrical parameters (approx 1.5 mA)
In LP mode, when watchdog is not selected
no watchdog In LP VDD ON mode, VDD overcurrent has no effect
+ 00
no watchdog In LP VDD ON mode, VDD overcurrent has no effect
+ 01
no watchdog In LP VDD ON mode, VDD current > VDD_OC_LP threshold for a time > 100 s (typically) is a wake-up event
+ 10
no watchdog In LP VDD ON mode, VDD current > VDD_OC_LP threshold for a time > I_mcu_OC is a wake-up event. I_mcu_OC time is selected in Timer register
+ 11
(selection range from 3.0 to 32 ms)
In LP mode when watchdog is selected
watchdog +
00
In LP VDD ON mode, VDD current > VDD_OC_LP threshold has no effect. watchdog refresh must occur by SPI command.
watchdog +
01
In LP VDD ON mode, VDD current > VDD_OC_LP threshold has no effect. watchdog refresh must occur by SPI command.
watchdog +
10
In LP VDD ON mode, VDD overcurrent for a time > 100 s (typically) is a wake-up event.
watchdog +
11
In LP VDD ON mode, VDD current > VDD_OC_LP threshold for a time < I_mcu_OC is a watchdog refresh condition. VDD current > VDD_OC_LP
threshold for a time > I_mcu_OC is a wake-up event. I_mcu_OC time is selected in Timer register (selection range from 3.0 to 32 ms)
b4
WD Safe - Select the activation of the SAFE pin low, at first or second consecutive RESET pulse
0
SAFE pin is set low at the time of the RST pin low activation
1
SAFE pin is set low at the second consecutive time RST pulse
b3, b2
WD_spi[1] WD_spi[0] - Select the Watchdog (watchdog) Operation
00
Simple Watchdog selection: watchdog refresh done by a 8 bits or 16 bits SPI
01
Enhanced 1: Refresh is done using the Random Code, and by a single 16 bits.
10
Enhanced 2: Refresh is done using the Random Code, and by two 16 bits command.
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Bit
Description
11
Enhanced 4: Refresh is done using the Random Code, and by four 16 bits command.
b1
WD N/Win - Select the Watchdog (watchdog) Window or Timeout operation
0
Watchdog operation is TIMEOUT, watchdog refresh can occur anytime in the period
1
Watchdog operation is WINDOW, watchdog refresh must occur in the open window (second half of period)
b0
Crank - Select the VSUP/1 threshold to disable VDD, while VSUP1 is falling toward GND
0
VDD disable when VSUP/1 is below typically 4.0 V (parameter VSUP-TH1), and device in Reset mode
1
VDD kept ON when VSUP/1 is below typically 4.0 V (parameter VSUP_TH1)
5.4.3
Initializing the LIN and I/O
The INIT LIN I/O register allows the microcontroller to initialize the I/Os as inputs, high side or low side outputs, or LIN
termination switches. Additionally, I/O-1 can be initialized to be automatically turned OFF as a result of an overvoltage
condition on VDD or Vaux. This register also allows the initialization of I/O-0 to be disabled or inversely enabled during cyclic
sense wake-up functionality.
Table 15. Initialization LIN and I/O Registers, INIT LIN I/O (note: register can be written only in INIT mode)
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_0111 [P/N]
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 00 _ 111 P
I/O-1 ovoff
LIN_T2[1]
LIN_T2[0]
LIN_T/1[1]
LIN_T/1[0]
I/O-1 out-en
I/O-0 out-en
Cyc_Inv
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bit
b7
Description
I/O-1 ovoff - Select the deactivation of I/O-1 when VDD or VAUX overvoltage condition is detected
0
Disable I/O-1 turn off.
1
Enable I/O-1 turn off, when VDD or VAUX overvoltage condition is detected.
b6, b5
LIN_T2[1], LIN_T2[0] - Select pin operation as LIN Master pin switch or I/O
00
pin is OFF
01
pin operation as LIN Master pin switch
10
pin operation as I/O: HS switch and Wake-up input
11
N/A
b4, b3
LIN_T/1[1], LIN_T/1[0] - Select pin operation as LIN Master pin switch or I/O
00
pin is OFF
01
pin operation as LIN Master pin switch
10
pin operation as I/O: HS switch and Wake-up input
11
N/A
b2
I/O-1 out-en- Select the operation of the I/O-1 as output driver (HS, LS)
0
Disable HS and LS drivers of pin I/O-1. I/O-1 can only be used as input.
1
Enable HS and LS drivers of pin I/O-1. Pin can be used as input and output driver.
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Bit
b1
Description
I/O-0 out-en - Select the operation of the I/O-0 as output driver (HS, LS)
0
Disable HS and LS drivers of I/O-0 can only be used as input.
1
Enable HS and LS drivers of the I/O-0 pin. Pin can be used as input and output drivers.
b0
Cyc_Inv - Select I/O-0 operation in device LP mode, when cyclic sense is selected
0
During cyclic sense active time, I/O is set to the same state prior to entering in to LP mode. During cyclic sense off time, I/O-0 is disable (HS and
LS drivers OFF).
1
During cyclic sense active time, I/O is set to the same state prior to entering in to LP mode. During cyclic sense off time, the opposite driver of
I/O_0 is actively set. Example: If I/0_0 HS is ON during active time, then I/O_O LS is turned ON at expiration of the active time, for the duration of
the cyclic sense period.
5.4.4
Initializing Miscellaneous Functions
The INIT MISC register allows the microcontroller to initialize various functions of the SBC. Going into Low Power mode VDD
ON or OFF can be initialized to enable bits 2, 1, and 0 of the MODE register to serve as conditional random bits for the
transition from Normal to either of the Low Power modes to occur. Note that the random bits of the SPI write command sent
to the MODE register to go into Low Power mode must be the complement of the random bits; otherwise, the message is
ignored and SBC stays in Normal mode.
The INIT MISC also allows for the initialization to enable or disable SPI parity implementation. Additionally, the INT pulse
duration can be initialized when selected as a pulse or the INT can be initialized to be a permanent 'low' assertion. This
register also allows for the initialization to optionally get an INT pulse during Flash mode at 50% of the watchdog period.
This register also allows flexibility to verify and modify the SAFE output operation via the SPI command in addition to the
hardware configuration (resistor value on DBG pin).
Table 16. Initialization Miscellaneous Functions, INIT MISC (Note: Register can be written only in INIT mode)
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_1000 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 000 P
LPM w RNDM
SPI parity
INT pulse
INT width
INT flash
Dbg Res[2]
Dbg Res[1]
Dbg Res[0]
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bit
b7
Description
LPM w RNDM - This enables the usage of random bits 2, 1 and 0 of the MODE register to enter into LP VDD OFF or LP VDD ON.
0
Function disable: the LP mode can be entered without usage of Random Code
1
Function enabled: the LP mode is entered using the Random Code
b6
SPI parity - Select usage of the parity bit in SPI write operation
0
Function disable: the parity is not used. The parity bit must always set to logic 0.
1
Function enable: the parity is used, and parity must be calculated.
b5
INT pulse -Select INT pin operation: low level pulse or low level
0
INT pin will assert a low level pulse, duration selected by bit [b4]
1
INT pin assert a permanent low level (no pulse)
b4
INT width - Select the INT pulse duration
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Bit
Description
0
INT pulse duration is typically 100 s. Ref. to dynamic parameter table for exact value.
1
INT pulse duration is typically 25 s. Ref. to dynamic parameter table for exact value.
b3
INT flash - Select INT pulse generation at 50% of the Watchdog Period in Flash mode
Function disable
Function enable: an INT pulse will occur at 50% of the Watchdog Period when device in Flash mode.
b2, b1, b0
5.5
Dbg Res[2], Dbg Res[1], Dbg Res[0] - Allow verification of the external resistor connected at DBG pin. Ref. to parametric table for resistor range
value.
0xx
Function disable
100
100 verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically 68 kohm (RB3) - Selection of SAFE mode B3
101
101 verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically 33 kohm (RB2 - Selection of SAFE mode B2
110
110 verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically 15 kohm (RB1) - Selection of SAFE mode B1
111
111 verification enable: resistor at DBG pin is typically 0 kohm (RA) - Selection of SAFE mode A
Watchdog Operation
There are three different watchdog types available when working with the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs. The well known
common types available for these SBCs are the simple 'timeout' and 'window' watchdog. Additionally, the MC33903/4/5
enhances functional safety robustness by offering an 'advanced' watchdog, which includes three variation levels of security
verification. The watchdog type is selected during the initialization phase of the SBC via the INIT Watchdog register
(Table 14).
The transition from INIT or Normal Request mode into Normal mode only requires a single watchdog refresh command
(0x5A00).
Once in Normal mode, the watchdog refresh SPI command is dependent on the watchdog type selected during the
initialization phase of the SBC.
5.5.1
Simple Watchdog
The watchdog refresh SPI command is 0x5A00 and it can be sent at any time within the watchdog period, if the SBC was
initialized for timeout watchdog operation. The watchdog refresh command must be sent in the open window (second half
of the period) if the SBC was initialized for window watchdog operation.
5.5.2
Advanced Watchdog
The first time the SBC transitions into Normal mode via watchdog refresh SPI command 0x5A00, the Random (RNDM) code
must be read using SPI command 0x1B00. The second byte of the RNDM code is then returned on MISO. The full 16 bits
on MISO are called 0x XXRD, where RD is the complement of the RD byte (Refer to Table 17).
5.5.3
Advanced Watchdog - Refresh by One SPI Command
The watchdog refresh command is 0x5ARD. During each refresh command the SBC will return a new Random Code on
MISO. This new Random Code must be then be inverted and sent along with the next refresh command. This sequence
must be done in an open window if the 'window' watchdog operation was selected during the initialization phase of the SBC
(Refer to Table 17).
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5.5.4
Advanced Watchdog - Refresh by Two SPI Commands
In this case, the refresh command is split into two SPI commands.
The first partial refresh command is 0x5Aw1, and the second is 0x5Aw2. Byte w1 contains the first four inverted bits of the
RD byte plus the last four bits equal to zero. Byte w2 contains four bits equal to zero plus the last four inverted bits of the RD
byte.
During the second watchdog refresh command, the device returns a new Random Code on MISO. This new random code
must then be inverted and sent along with the next two refresh commands and so on.
The second command must be done in an open window if the 'window' watchdog operation was selected during the
initialization phase of the SBC (Refer to Table 17).
5.5.5
Advanced Watchdog - Refresh by Four SPI Commands
In this case, the watchdog refresh command is split into four SPI commands.
The first partial watchdog refresh command is 0x5Aw1, the second one is 0x5Aw2, the third one is 0x5Aw3, and the last one
is 0x5Aw4.
•
•
•
•
Byte w1 contains the first two inverted bits of the RD byte, plus the last six bits equal to zero.
Byte w2 contains two bits equal to zero, plus the next two inverted bits of the RD byte, plus four bits equal to zero.
Byte w3 contains four bits equal to zero, plus the next two inverted bits of the RD byte, plus two bits equal to zero.
Byte w4 contains six bits equal to zero, plus the next two inverted bits of the RD byte.
During the fourth refresh command, the device will return a new Random Code on MISO. This new Random Code must be
then be inverted and sent along with the next four refresh commands.
The fourth command must be done in an open window if the 'window' watchdog operation was selected during the
initialization phase of the SBC (Refer to Table 17).
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D
V
A
N
C
E
D
S
I
M
P
L
E
write
1
#REF!
addr[4]
0
#REF!
RST
addr[4]
0
addr[3]
1
#REF!
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
addr[2]
1
#REF!
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
addr[1]
0
#REF!
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
MOSI
MISO
register
area = 0
INT
read
0
WU
addr[4]
0
RST
addr[3]
1
CAN-G
addr[2]
1
LIN-G
addr[1]
0
I/O-G
write
1
WU
register
area = 0
INT
MOSI
MISO
RST
addr[4]
0
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
MISO
WU
write
1
register
area = 0
INT
WU
INT
MISO
MOSI
write
1
register
area = 0
MOSI
RST
addr[4]
0
RST
addr[4]
0
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
write
1
WU
write
1
WU
write
1
WU
write
1
WU
register
area = 0
INT
register
area = 0
INT
register
area = 0
INT
register
area = 0
INT
MOSI
MISO
MOSI
MISO
MOSI
MISO
MOSI
MISO
Wdog
READ_RA
ND
read
0
WU
register
area = 0
INT
MOSI
MISO
READ RANDOM NUMBER
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_4d
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_4c
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_4b
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_4a
RST
addr[4]
0
RST
addr[4]
0
RST
addr[4]
0
RST
addr[4]
0
RST
addr[4]
0
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
CAN-G
addr[3]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
LIN-G
addr[2]
1
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
I/O-G
addr[1]
0
Advanced Watchdog using RANDOM number & Refresh with four 16 bit SPI
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_2b
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_2a
Advanced Watchdog using RANDOM number & Refresh with two 16 bit SPI
Wdog
Refresh16
e
SPI_1
addr[0]
1
#REF!
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
addr[0]
1
addr[0]
1
SAFE-G
Watchdog Refresh by a single 8 bit SPI, Time out or Window watchdog
register
area = 0
#REF!
WU
INT
MISO
MOSI
MISO
write
1
register
area = 0
MOSI
Advanced Watchdog using RANDOM number & Refresh by a single 16 bit SPI
Wdog
Refresh8
Wdog
Refresh16
s
Wdog
Refresh16
s
0
0
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
1
#REF!
0
VREG-G
NEXT=1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
RAND_W RAND_W
0
0
0
0
0
0
1b
0b
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
VREG-G
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
parity
0
0
RAND_W RAND_W
0
0
3b
2b
0
0
LIN1_FLA LIN0_FLA I/O_FLAG I/O_FLAG REG_FLA REG_FLA
VREG-G CAN_BUS CAN_LOC
GS
GS
G1
G0
1
0
parity
0
RAND_W RAND_W
5b
4b
0
0
0
0
LIN1_FLA LIN0_FLA I/O_FLAG I/O_FLAG REG_FLA REG_FLA
VREG-G CAN_BUS CAN_LOC
GS
GS
G1
G0
1
0
parity
RAND_W RAND_W
7b
6b
0
0
0
0
0
0
LIN1_FLA LIN0_FLA I/O_FLAG I/O_FLAG REG_FLA REG_FLA
G1
G0
VREG-G CAN_BUS CAN_LOC
GS
GS
1
0
parity
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
0
0
0
0
3b
2b
1b
0b
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
VREG-G
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
parity
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
7b
6b
5b
4b
0
0
0
0
LIN1_FLA LIN0_FLA I/O_FLAG I/O_FLAG REG_FLA REG_FLA
VREG-G CAN_BUS CAN_LOC
GS
GS
G1
G0
1
0
parity
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
7b
6b
5b
4b
3b
2b
1b
0b
RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W RAND_W
VREG-G
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
parity
NEXT=0
VREG-G
parity
#REF!
0
0
0
0
0
0
LIN1_FLA LIN0_FLA I/O_FLAG I/O_FLAG REG_FLA REG_FLA
VREG-G CAN_BUS CAN_LOC
GS
GS
1
0
G1
G0
parity
WATCHDOG REFRESH
Watchdog Refresh by a single 16 bit SPI, Time out or Window watchdog
Programming the SBC
Table 17. Simple and Enhanced Watchdog
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Normal Mode
After all the initialization of the SBC is complete, the transition to normal mode can then take place. To go to normal mode
from the INIT or Normal Request states, the SBC must receive a watchdog refresh from the microcontroller. The specific hex
SPI command is 0x5A00. Once in Normal mode, the watchdog must be refreshed (unless Debug mode is activated)
according to watchdog type selected during the initialization of the SBC. If there is a missing or incorrect watchdog, the SBC
will automatically go into Reset mode. All of the MC33903/4/5 functions are available during normal mode and the SBC can
transition to Low power VDD ON and Low Power VDD OFF with a typical SPI command. Additionally, the SBC can transition
into Flash, Reset, or back into Initialization mode via Secured SPI command.
Figure 70. INIT, Normal, Normal Request, and Reset State Diagram
5.6.1
Timers
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs provides the module designer with flexibility to configure several timers of the SBC during
critical modes such as Flash and Reset. Additionally, the window or timeout watchdog period can be adjusted according to
the module's microcontroller requirements. During Low Power modes, there are various timing parameters that can also be
configured to meet the module's functional safety and current consumption requirements.
During Normal mode operation of the SBC, the watchdog period is set to 256 ms by default, but can be modified accordingly
via bits b4 and b3 in the Timer Register A. This period can be doubled to 512 ms or shortened all the way down to 2.5 ms
dependent on module and microcontroller timing requirements (refer to Table 18).
Table 18. Timer Register A, LP VDD Overcurrent & Watchdog Period Normal mode, TIM_A
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_010 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 010 P
I_mcu[2]
I_mcu[1]
I_mcu[1]
watchdog
Nor[4]
W/D_N[4]
W/D_Nor[3]
W/D_N[2]
W/D_Nor[0]
Default state
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
Condition for default
POR
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LP VDD Overcurrent (ms)
b6, b5
b7
00
01
10
11
0
3 (def)
6
12
24
1
4
8
16
32
Watchdog Period in Device Normal Mode (ms)
b2, b1, b0
b4, b3
000
001
010
011
100
101
110
111
2.5
5
10
20
40
80
160
320
01
3
6
12
24
48
96
192
384
10
3.5
7
14
28
56
112
224
448
11
4
8
16
32
64
128
256 (def)
512
00
The MC33903/4/5 will allow micro amps of current to be drawn by the microcontroller during Low power VDD ON mode. If
the current consumption on VDD exceeds a minimum of 1.0 mA and lasts longer than the configured amount of time in Timer
Register A, the SBC will wake up and trigger an Interrupt. The time for which the current consumption may last is
configurable from 3.0 ms (default) up to 32 ms dependent on bits b7, b6, and b5. Refer to Table 18.
When in Low Power VDD ON mode, the SBC can be configured to cyclically interrupt the microcontroller. The Interruption
period can be configured from 6ms (default) up to 1s dependent on bits b3, b2, b1, and b0 of the Timer Register B (refer to
Table 19).
Table 19. Timer Register B, Cyclic Sense and Cyclic INT, in Device LP Mode, TIM_B
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_011 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 011 P
Cyc-sen[3]
Cyc-sen[2]
Cyc-sen[1]
Cyc-sen[0]
Cyc-int[3]
Cyc-int[2]
Cyc-int[1]
Cyc-int[0]
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Cyclic Sense (ms)
b6, b5, b4
b7
000
001
010
011
100
101
110
111
0
3
6
12
24
48
96
192
384
1
4
8
16
32
64
128
256
512
Cyclic Interrupt (ms)
b2, b1, b0
b3
000
001
010
011
100
101
110
111
0
6 (def)
12
24
48
96
192
384
768
1
8
16
32
64
128
258
512
1024
During Low Power VDD ON and OFF, the SBC can be configured to cyclically pulse I/O-0 to monitor the rest of the I/Os for
a change of state as described in Figure 80. The cyclic I/O pulse period can be configured from 3.0 ms (default) up to
512 ms dependent on bits b7, b6, b5, and b4 of the Timer Register B (refer to Table 19). Additionally, a Forced Wake-up
timer can be configured to automatically wake-up the SBC after the specified amount of time has elapsed according to bits
b3, b2, b1, and b0 configuration in Timer Register C. The Forced Wake-up period can be configured from 48 ms (default)
up to eight seconds. Refer to Table 20.
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Table 20. Timer Register C, Watchdog LP Mode or Flash Mode and Forced Wake-up Timer, TIM_C
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_100 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 100 P
WD-LP-F[3]
WD-LP-F[2]
WD-LP-F[1]
WD-LP-F[0]
FWU[3]
FWU[2]
FWU[1]
FWU[0]
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Watchdog in LP VDD ON Mode (ms)
b6, b5, b4
b7
000
001
010
011
100
101
110
111
0
12
24
48
96
192
384
768
1536
1
16
32
64
128
256
512
1024
2048
Watchdog in Flash Mode (ms)
b6, b5, b4
b7
000
001
010
011
100
101
110
111
0
48 (def)
96
192
384
768
1536
3072
6144
1
256
512
1024
2048
4096
8192
16384
32768
Forced Wake-up (ms)
b2, b1, b0
b3
000
001
010
011
100
101
110
111
0
48 (def)
96
192
384
768
1536
3072
6144
1
64
128
258
512
1024
2048
4096
8192
The watchdog period for Flash mode operation can be configured to 48 ms (default) and extended up to 32 seconds
dependent on bits b7, b6, b5, and b4 setting in Timer Register C (refer to Table 20). This allows the sufficient amount of time
for the flashing of the module and provides flexibility to fulfill timing requirements.
During Low Power VDD ON mode, the microcontroller is active with low current capability. Typically, the watchdog refresh
operation is not required during Low Power modes, but the MC33903/4/5 provides the flexibility to include the added safety
of enabling the watchdog operation during Low Power VDD ON mode. The watchdog period can be set from 12 ms (default)
up to two seconds dependent on bits b7, b6, b5, and, b4 configuration in Timer Register C. Refer to Table 20.
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5.6.2
Continuous Monitoring of Supplies
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs includes various embedded regulators that are supplied from the VSUP1 and VSUP2 input
pins. Additionally, the SBC has a VSENSE input, which can be connected directly to the battery line via a 1.0 kohm resistor.
During Normal mode, there is continuous monitoring of the embedded regulators for the SBC to meet functional safety
module specifications such as keeping regulator ON regardless of a fault or optionally protecting itself by shutting down.
Vsup / Vsense
• Vsense low detection (8.6V)
• Vsup low detection (6V)
• Vsup battery fail detection (3V)
Vdd regulator
• Configurable undervoltage protection (RST or INT)
• Configurable reset duration.
• Overcurrent detection
• Overtemperature pre‐warning.
• Overtemperature protection.
Vaux regulator
• Undervoltage and overcurrent detection & protection (reaction of the regulator configurable)
5V CAN regulator
• Undervoltage and overcurrent detection & protection (reaction of the regulator configurable)
• Overtemperature protection.
Figure 71. Supply Monitoring
Any faults on the VDD regulator causing it to fall below the specified datasheet threshold will automatically trigger a RST or
both a RST and an INT depending on how it was initialized via bits b6 and b5 in the INIT REG register (see Table 21).
Table 21. Initialization the VDD Regulator
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_0101 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 00 _ 101 P
I/O-x sync
VDDL rst[1]
VDDL rst[0]
VDD rstD[1]
VDD rstD[0]
VAUX5/3
Cyclic on[1]
Cyclic on[0]
Default state
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bit
Description
b6, b5
VDDL RST[1] VDDL RST[0] - Select the VDD undervoltage threshold, to activate RST pin and/or INT
00
Reset at approx 0.9 VDD.
01
INT at approx 0.9 VDD, Reset at approx 0.7 VDD
10
Reset at approx 0.7 VDD
11
Reset at approx 0.9 VDD.
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The Vsup/1 voltage can be monitored by the microcontroller via the multiplexer (MUX-OUT) output connected to the
microcontroller's A/D converter. Additionally, If the VSUP1 pin voltage goes below typically 6.0 V, a flag is set and the
corresponding bit1 (VSUP_UNDERVOLTAGE) is latched in the REG flags register (shown on Table 22). As with any flag, once
the SBC has recovered from the failure, the flag can then be cleared by reading the corresponding register. Any time the
Vsup/1 voltage drops below typically 3.0 V, the VSUP_BATFAIL bit in the REG flag register is set. If the VSENSE pin voltage
drops below typically 8.6 V, a flag is set for its corresponding bit2 (VSENSE_LOW).
Note: The RST pin is guaranteed to remain triggered 'low' all the way down to a minimum VSUP1 voltage of 2.5 V.
Table 22. Supply and Regulator Flags
Bits
15-14
13-9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
bit 1
bit 0
MOSI bits 15-7
MOSI
bits [15,
14]
Address
[13-9]
Next 7 MOSI bits (bits 6.0) should be “000_0000”
bit
7
bit 8
MISO bits [7-0], device response on MISO pin
8 Bits Device Fixed Status
(bits 15...8)
MISO
REG
11
0_1111
REG
1
0
11
bit 7
bit 6
VAUX_LOW
1
-
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
VAUX_overCUR
5V-CAN_
RENT
THERMAL
SHUTDOWN
5V-CAN_
5V-CAN_
VSENSE_
VSUP_
IDD-OC-NORM
UV
overCURRENT
LOW
underVOLTAGE
AL MODE
-
-
RST_LOW
(<100 ms)
VSUP_
BATFAIL
IDD-OC-LP
VDDON
VDD_
THERMAL
SHUTDOWN
MODE
Hexa SPI commands to get Vreg Flags: MOSI 0x DF 00, and MOSI Ox DF 80
The VAUX and 5V_CAN regulators can also be continuously monitored by the microcontroller via the REG flags register and
the response to any faults can be configured via the Regulator Register (Refer to Table 23 for more details).
Table 23. Regulator Register
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_111 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 111 P
VAUX[1]
VAUX[0]
-
5V-can[1]
5V-can[0]
VDD bal en
VDD bal auto
VDD OFF en
Default state
0
0
N/A
0
0
N/A
N/A
N/A
Condition for default
POR
POR
Bits
b7 b6
Description
VAUX[1], VAUX[0] - Vauxilary regulator control
00
Regulator OFF
01
Regulator ON. Undervoltage (UV) and Overcurrent (OC) monitoring flags not reported. VAUX is disabled when UV or OC
detected after 1.0 ms blanking time.
10
Regulator ON. Undervoltage (UV) and overcurrent (OC) monitoring flags active. VAUX is disabled when UV or OC detected after
1.0 ms blanking time.
11
Regulator ON. Undervoltage (UV) and overcurrent (OC) monitoring flags active. VAUX is disabled when UV or OC detected after
25 s blanking time.
b4 b3
5 V-can[1], 5 V-can[0] - 5V-CAN regulator control
00
Regulator OFF
01
Regulator ON. Thermal protection active. Undervoltage (UV) and overcurrent (OC) monitoring flags not reported. 1.0 ms
blanking time for UV and OC detection. Note: by default when in Debug mode
10
Regulator ON. Thermal protection active. Undervoltage (UV) and overcurrent (OC) monitoring flags active. 1.0 ms blanking time
for UV and OC detection.
11
Regulator ON. Thermal protection active. Undervoltage (UV) and overcurrent (OC) monitoring flags active after 25 s blanking
time.
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Bits
Description
VDD bal en - Control bit to Enable the VDD external ballast transistor
b2
0
External VDD ballast disable
1
External VDD ballast Enable
VDD bal auto - Control bit to automatically Enable the VDD external ballast transistor, if VDD is > typically 60 mA
b1
0
Disable the automatic activation of the external ballast
1
Enable the automatic activation of the external ballast, if VDD > typically 60 mA
VDD OFF en - Control bit to allow transition into LP VDD OFF mode (to prevent VDD turn OFF)
b0
0
Disable Usage of LP VDD OFF mode
1
Enable Usage of LP VDD OFF mode
Bits b7 and b6 of the Regulator register allow for the Vaux regulator to be configured to enable or disable undervoltage and
overcurrent monitoring. When the monitoring is enabled, the VAUX can be configured to either automatically turn OFF or stay
ON in case of a fault.
Bits b4 and b3 of the Regulator register allow for the 5V-CAN regulator to be configured to enable or disable undervoltage
and overcurrent monitoring. When the monitoring is enabled, the VAUX can be configured to either automatically turn OFF
or stay ON in case of a fault.
Bits b2 and b1 allow for external ballast transistor to be forced enabled, disabled, or to automatically be enabled in case of
higher current draw on VDD.
Note: Bit b0 is critical because it must be set in order for the SBC to be allowed to transition into Low Power VDD OFF mode.
This is to make sure the SBC does not transition into Low Power VDD OFF by accident.
5.6.3
Multiplexer Capability
Some of the MC33903/4/5 SBC devices also implement a multiplexed output (MUX-OUT), where critical voltages and other
parameters of the SBC can be measured to implement a functional safe and robust system. The output voltage of this pin
is limited to the SBC's VDD voltage. Bits b7, b6, and b5 allow the microcontroller to select which parameter to measure out
on MUX-OUT, which should be connected to the A/D converter. Depending on bit configuration, the VSENSE voltage,
VSUP1 voltage, I/O-1 voltage, I/O-0 voltage, SBC silicon temperature, internal 2.5 V reference, or the VDD current re-copy
can be selected to be read on the multiplexed output pin (MUX-OUT). Bit b4 allows the selection of an internal 2.0Kohm
resistor to measure VDD current re-copy in lieu of a higher accuracy external resistor that can be optionally placed on
MUX-OUT. Note that this resistor is only required if the VDD output current needs to be measured. Bit b3 allows the
attenuation or gain of the I/O-0 or I/O-1 voltage inputs. The attenuation allows for I/O-0 and I/O-1 voltages up to 16 V to be
accurately measured by the A/D converter of the microcontroller. The gain functionality allows the microcontroller to
accurately read much lower voltages, which do not exceed 2.5 V on the I/O-0 and I/O-1 inputs.
Note: The MUX register can be written and read only when the 5V-CAN regulator is ON; otherwise, the SPI command sent
is ignored and the MUX register content is reset to its default state.
Table 24. MUX Register
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_0000 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 00 _ 000 P
MUX_2
MUX_1
MUX_0
Int 2K
I/O-att
0
0
0
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR, 5 V-CAN off, any mode different from Normal
Bits
Description
b7 b6 b5
MUX_2, MUX_1, MUX_0 - Selection of external input signal or internal signal to be measured at MUX-OUT pin
000
All functions disable. No output voltage at MUX-OUT pin
001
VDD regulator current recopy. Ratio is approx 1/97. Requires an external resistor or selection of Internal 2.0 K (bit 3)
010
Device internal voltage reference (approx 2.5 V)
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Bits
Description
011
Device internal temperature sensor voltage
100
Voltage at I/O-0. Attenuation or gain is selected by bit 3.
101
Voltage at I/O-1. Attenuation or gain is selected by bit 3.
110
Voltage at VSUP/1 pin. Refer to electrical table for attenuation ratio (approx 5)
111
Voltage at VSENSE pin. Refer to electrical table for attenuation ratio (approx 5)
b4
INT 2k - Select device internal 2.0 kohm resistor between AMUX and GND. This resistor allows the measurement of a voltage proportional
to the VDD output current.
0
Internal 2.0 kohm resistor disable. An external resistor must be connected between AMUX and GND.
1
Internal 2.0 kohm resistor enable.
b3
I/O-att - When I/O-0 (or I/O-1) is selected with b7,b6,b5 = 100 (or 101), b3 selects attenuation or gain
between I/O-0 (or I/O-1) and MUX-OUT pin
0
Gain is approx 2 for device with VDD = 5.0 V (Ref. to electrical table for exact gain value)
Gain is approx 1.3 for device with VDD = 3.3 V (Ref. to electrical table for exact gain value)
1
Attenuation is approx 4 for device with VDD = 5.0 V (Ref. to electrical table for exact attenuation value)
Attenuation is approx 6 for device with VDD = 3.3 V (Ref. to electrical table for exact attenuation value)
If the optional >2.0 kohm external resistor to GND on MUX-OUT to read VDD current re-copy is implemented, the maximum
MUX-OUT voltage will be VDD-0.5 V. Optionally, an internal resistor can be selected via the SPI, but the accuracy is
decreased as specified in Table 25. If the optional capacitor on the MUX-OUT pin is implemented it should not exceed
1.0 nF. The voltage reading on the multiplexed output for the chip temperature and the internal reference voltage directly
corresponds to the parameter measured as specified in Table 25. When measuring VSENSE voltage, the voltage on
MUX-OUT has to be multiplied by typically 5.48 or 8.2 depending on VDD voltage. When measuring VSUP1 voltage, the
voltage on MUX-OUT has to be multiplied by typically 5.5 or 8.18 depending on VDD voltage. When measuring I/O-0 or I/O-1
voltage with attenuation (ranging from 0 V - 16 V), the reading on MUX-OUT has to be multiplied by typically 4 or 5.8
depending on VDD voltage. When measuring I/O-0 or I/O-1 voltage (ranging from 0 V - 2.5 V), the reading on MUX-OUT has
to be multiplied by typically 2 or 1.3 depending on VDD voltage. To measure the VDD current, the voltage reading on
MUX-OUT must be divided by the resistance value (internally selected or externally populated) and then multiplied by
typically 97. See Table 25 for accurate parametric measurement ranges.
Table 25. Multiplexer
Characteristic
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
VOUT_MAX
0.0
-
VDD - 0.5
V
Internal pull-down resistor for regulator output current sense
RMI
0.8
1.9
2.8
k
External capacitor at MUX OUTPUT (Guaranteed by design)
CMUX
-
-
1.0
nF
ANALOG MUX OUTPUT
Output Voltage Range, with external resistor to GND >2.0 k
Chip temperature sensor coefficient (Guaranteed by design and device
characterization)
TEMP-COEFF
mv/°C
VDD = 5.0 V
20
21
22
VDD = 3.3 V
13.2
13.9
14.6
VDD = 5.0 V, TA = 125 °C
3.6
3.75
3.9
VDD = 3.3 V, TA = 125 °C
2.45
2.58
2.65
Chip temperature: MUX-OUT voltage
VTEMP
Chip temperature: MUX-OUT voltage (guaranteed by design and
characterization)
V
VTEMP(GD)
V
TA = -40 °C, VDD = 5.0 V
0.12
0.30
0.48
TA = 25 °C, VDD = 5.0 V
1.5
1.65
1.8
TA = -40 °C, VDD = 3.3 V
0.07
0.19
0.3
TA = 25 °C, VDD = 3.3 V
1.08
1.14
1.2
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Table 25. Multiplexer (continued)
Characteristic
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
VDD = 5.0 V
5.42
5.48
5.54
VDD = 3.3 V
8.1
8.2
8.3
-20
-
20
Gain for VSENSE, with external 1.0 k 1% resistor
Unit
VSENSE GAIN
Offset for VSENSE, with external 1.0 k 1% resistor
VSENSE
OFFSET
Divider ratio for VSUP/1
mV
VSUP/1 RATIO
VDD = 5.0 V
5.335
5.5
5.665
VDD = 3.3 V
7.95
8.18
8.45
3.8
4.0
4.2
-
2.0
-
5.6
5.8
6.2
-
1.3
-
VDD = 5.0 V
2.45
2.5
2.55
VDD = 3.3 V
1.64
1.67
1.7
80
97
115
62.5
97
117
Attenuation/Gain ratio for I/O-0 and I/O-1 actual voltage:
VI/O RATIO
VDD = 5.0 V, I/O = 16 V (Attenuation, MUX-OUT register bit 3 set to 1)
VDD = 5.0 V, (Gain, MUX-OUT register bit 3 set to 0)
VDD = 3.3 V, I/O = 16 V (Attenuation, MUX-OUT register bit 3 set to 1)
VDD = 3.3 V, (Gain, MUX-OUT register bit 3 set to 0)
Internal reference voltage
VREF
Current ratio between VDD output & IOUT at MUX-OUT
V
IDD_RATIO
(IOUT at MUX-OUT = IDD out / IDD_RATIO)
At IOUT = 50 mA
I_OUT from 25 to 150 mA
5.6.4
Exercising the I/Os
All of the MC33903/4/5 SBCs have one to four configurable I/Os. These can be enabled and disabled in the I/O Register
according to how they were initialized. Bits b7 and b6 allow I/O-3 to be high-impedance disabled with no wake-up capability,
high-impedance disabled with wake-up capability (default by SAFE mode), or enabled as a high side output at VSUP1
voltage. Bits b5 and b4 allow I/O-2 to be high-impedance disabled with no wake-up capability, high-impedance disabled with
wake-up capability (default by SAFE mode), or enabled as a high side output at VSUP1 voltage. Bits b3 and b2 allow I/O-1
to be high-impedance disabled with no wake-up capability, high impedance disabled with wake-up capability (default by
SAFE mode), or enabled as a high side or low side output at VSUP1 voltage or GND correspondingly (also available in Low
Power mode, but protection is disabled). Bits b1 and b0 allow I/O-0 to be high-impedance disabled with no wake-up
capability, high-impedance disabled with wake-up capability (default by SAFE mode), or enabled as a high side or low side
output at VSUP1 voltage or GND correspondingly (also available in Low Power mode, but protection is disabled). See
Table 26.
Note: I/O-3 and I/O-2 may optionally be initialized as LIN-T2 and LIN-T1 correspondingly. In this case, the state of these
must be controlled in the LIN/1 and LIN2 Registers.
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Table 26. I/O Register
MOSI First byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 10_001 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 10_ 001P
I/O-3 [1]
I/O-3 [0]
I/O-2 [1]
I/O-2 [0]
I/O-1 [1]
I/O-1 [0]
I/O-0 [1]
I/O-0 [0]
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bits
Description
b7 b6
00
I/O-3 driver disable, Wake-up capability disable
01
I/O-3 driver disable, Wake-up capability enable.
10
I/O-3 HS driver enable.
11
I/O-3 HS driver enable.
b5 b4
I/O-2 [1], I/O-2 [0] - I/O-2 pin operation
00
I/O-2 driver disable, Wake-up capability disable
01
I/O-2 driver disable, Wake-up capability enable.
10
I/O-2 HS driver enable.
11
I/O-2 HS driver enable.
b3 b2
I/O-1 [1], I/O-1 [0] - I/O-1 pin operation
00
I/O-1 driver disable, Wake-up capability disable
01
I/O-1 driver disable, Wake-up capability enable.
10
I/O-1 LS driver enable.
11
I/O-1 HS driver enable.
b1 b0
5.6.5
I/O-3 [1], I/O-3 [0] - I/O-3 pin operation
I/O-0 [1], I/O-0 [0] - I/O-0 pin operation
00
I/O-0 driver disable, Wake-up capability disable
01
I/O-0 driver disable, Wake-up capability enable.
10
I/O-0 LS driver enable.
11
I/O-0 HS driver enable.
Masking and Enabling Interrupts
There are multiple events that may trigger an interrupt to the microcontroller, which could be masked by the SBC dependent
on module requirements. As shown in Table 27, a CAN, LIN1, LIN2, or I/O failure may trigger an INT depending on INT
Register configuration. Additionally, the microcontroller can request an INT when desired by setting bits b6 AND b2. An
interrupt may also be configured to trigger in the event of a fault on VAUX, VDD, RST or a SAFE resistor mismatch via bit
b2. Continuous monitoring on Vaux, 5V-CAN, and VDD also allows for configurable INT triggering via bit b0.
Note: All bits in the INT Register are disabled by default.
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Table 27. INT Register
MOSI First byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 10_010 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
01 10_ 010P
CAN failure
MCU req
LIN2 fail
LIN1fail
I/O
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
bit 1
bit 0
SAFE
-
Vmon
0
0
0
POR
Bits
Description
b7
CAN failure - control bit for CAN failure INT (CANH/L to GND, VDD or VSUP, CAN overcurrent, Driver Overtemp, TXD-PD,
RXD-PR, RX2HIGH, and CANBUS Dominate clamp)
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
b6
MCU req - Control bit to request an INT. INT will occur once when the bit is enable
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
b5
LIN2 fail - Control bit to enable INT when of failure on LIN2 interface
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
b4
LIN/1 fail - Control bit to enable INT when of failure on LIN1 interface
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
b3
I/O - Bit to control I/O interruption: I/O failure
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
b2
SAFE - Bit to enable INT when of: Vaux overvoltage, VDD overvoltage, VDD Temp pre-warning, VDD undervoltage, SAFE
resistor mismatch, RST terminal short to VDD, MCU request INT.
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
b0
VMON - enable interruption by voltage monitoring of one of the voltage regulator: VAUX, 5 V-CAN, VDD (IDD Overcurrent, VSUV,
VSOV, VSENSELOW, 5V-CAN low or thermal shutdown, VAUX low or VAUX overcurrent
0
INT disable
1
INT enable.
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5.6.6
RAM
The MC33903/4/5 SBC includes four different memory bytes that can be used to store values depending on module
requirements. Memory bytes A, B, C, and D are each made up of 8 bits as shown in Table 28.
One benefit of having this RAM available is to be able to generate a longer duration timer than the longest Forced Wake-up
time (8 seconds) available for example. A value can be stored in RAM in order to be able to count more than 8 seconds.
This value can then be incremented every 8 seconds. This is especially useful for prolonged periods of parked time to avoid
discharging the battery.
Another benefit of having RAM available is that it allows for self test implementation, where the last working configuration of
the MC33903/4/5 can be saved. A typical use case is when a microcontroller stores known code in RAM as self test code.
The microcontroller may then stop refreshing the watchdog and the SBC generates a RST. After the reset, the
microcontroller can then read the code that was stored in RAM and acknowledge that it is a self test operation.
Table 28. Internal Memory Registers A, B, C, and D, RAM_A, RAM_B, RAM_C, and RAM_D
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 0_0xxx [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
Bit 7
Bit 6
Bit 5
Bit 4
Bit 3
Bit 2
Bit 1
Bit 0
01 00 _ 001 P
Ram a7
Ram a6
Ram a5
Ram a4
Ram a3
Ram a2
Ram a1
Ram a0
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Ram b3
Ram b2
Ram b1
Ram b0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
01 00 _ 010 P
Ram b7
Ram b6
Ram b5
Ram b4
Default state
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
01 00 _ 011 P
Ram c7
Ram c6
Ram c5
Ram c4
Ram c3
Ram c2
Ram c1
Ram c0
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
01 00 _ 100 P
Ram d7
Ram d6
Ram d5
Ram d4
Ram d3
Ram d2
Ram d1
Ram d0
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
Condition for default
POR
POR
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5.6.7
CAN Configuration
The CAN transceiver of the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs includes three different modes of operation that can be configured
via SPI in the CAN Register shown on Table 29. When the SBC transitions into Normal mode for the first time, the CAN
transceiver will be in sleep mode with wake-up enabled. Any other transition into Normal after this one, the CAN state is user
defined via bits b7 and b6 of the CAN Register. The Transmit and Receive mode can only be entered when the TxD is
recessive and the 5V-CAN supply voltage is within specification. The 5V-CAN regulator must be enabled in the REG Register
before going into Transmit and Receive mode. Once in Transmit and Receive mode, both the CAN driver and the receiver
are enabled, the CAN bus lines are controlled by TxD and the CAN bus state is reported on RxD. Bits b5 and b4 determine
the slew rate for the CAN bus lines dependent on module requirements. Bit b0 allows the microcontroller to select an INT
trigger in the event of a fully defined CAN fault or as soon as the failure is detected. Refer to the datasheet for further CAN
bus fault diagnostic information
Table 29. CAN Register
MOSI First byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 10_000 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 10_ 000P
CAN mod[1]
CAN mod[0]
Slew[1]
Slew[0]
Wake-up 1/3
-
-
CAN int
Default state
1
0
0
0
0
-
-
0
Condition for default
note
POR
Bits
b7 b6
POR
Description
CAN mod[1], CAN mod[0] - CAN interface mode control, Wake-up enable / disable
00
CAN interface in Sleep mode, CAN Wake-up disable.
01
CAN interface in receive only mode, CAN driver disable.
10
CAN interface is in Sleep mode, CAN Wake-up enable. In device LP mode, 
CAN Wake-up is reported by device Wake-up. In device Normal mode, CAN Wake-up reported by INT.
11
CAN interface in transmit and receive mode.
b5 b4
Slew[1] Slew[0] - CAN driver slew rate selection
00/11
FAST
01
MEDIUM
10
SLOW
b3
Wake-up 1/3 - Selection of CAN Wake-up mechanism
0
3 dominant pulses Wake-up mechanism
1
Single dominant pulse Wake-up mechanism
b0
POR
CAN INT - Select the CAN failure detection reporting
0
Select INT generation when a bus failure is fully identified and decoded (i.e. after 5 dominant pulses on TxCAN)
1
Select INT generation as soon as a bus failure is detected, event if not fully identified
Another operation of the CAN transceiver is the Receive only mode. When the CAN transitions into this mode, the CAN driver
is disabled so any signal on the TxD will have no effect on the CAN bus lines. The CAN receiver stays enabled and the SPLIT
pin is biased to 2.5 V so anything on the CAN bus lines will be reported on RxD. Note that the 5V-CAN regulator must be
enabled for the CAN to properly operate in Receive only mode.
The CAN's sleep mode is the lowest current consumption mode. There are two options to place the CAN into Sleep mode:
one is with wake-up capability and the second one is without it. For both Sleep modes, the CAN bus lines are disabled and
terminated to GND via Rin (typically 25Kohm shown in Figure 50) and the SPLIT pin is high-impedance. When the wake-up
is disabled, the only way for the CAN interface to transition out of Sleep mode is by the microcontroller via SPI command.
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TXD
Dominant state
Recessive state
CANH-DOM
CANH
2.5 V
CANL
CANL/CANH-REC
CANH-CANL
CANL-DOM
High ohmic termination (50 kohm) to GND
RXD
SPLIT
2.5 V
Bus Driver
High-impedance
Receiver
(bus dominant set by other IC)
Go to sleep,
Sleep or Stand-by mode Normal or Listen Only mode
Normal or Listen Only mode
Figure 72. Bus Signal in Transmit/Receive and Low Power Mode
If the wake-up is enabled, the CAN bus lines are monitored for single or three-pulse wake-ups (dependent on bit b3 of the
CAN Register). See Figure 73 for more details. In the event of a CAN bus wake-up, an INT is triggered to notify the
microcontroller and the CAN wake-up flag is set. If the SBC (not just the CAN) was in Low Power mode, the CAN wake-up
event will take the SBC out of Low Power mode.
CAN
bus
Dominant
Pulse # 1
CANH
Dominant
Pulse # 2
CAN
bus
Dominant
Pulse # 1
CANL
Internal differential Wake-up receiver signal
Dominant
Pulse # 3
Dominant
Pulse # 2
CANL
Dominant
Pulse # 4
Internal differential Wake-up receiver signal
Internal Wake-up signal
Internal Wake-up signal
tCAN WU1-F
CANH
Can Wake-up detected
Can Wake-up detected
tCAN WU3-F
tCAN WU3-F
tCAN WU3-F
tCAN WU3-TO
Dominant Pulse # n: duration 1 or multiple dominant bits
Single Dominant Pulse Wake-Up
Pattern Wake-up - Multiple Dominant Detection
Figure 73. Single and Three Pulse Wake-up
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5.6.8
LIN Configuration
The LIN transceiver of the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs includes two different modes of operation that can be configured
via SPI bits b7 and b6 in the LIN/1 and LIN2 Registers shown on Table 30 and Table 31. The LIN interface is able to
transition into Transmit and Receive mode only when the TxD is in recessive state. If the microcontroller attempts to place
the LIN interface in transmit and receive mode while the TxD is dominant, the SPI command is ignored and the LIN interface
remains disabled. Also note that the 5V-CAN must be enabled for the LIN transceiver to be able to properly function in
Transmit and Receive mode. Once in Transmit and Receive mode, both the LIN driver and the receiver are enabled, the LIN
bus is controlled by TxD and the LIN bus state is reported on RxD. Bits b5 and b4 determine the slew rate for the LIN bus.
To meet the LIN 2.1 protocol specification, the 20 kbit/s baud rate must be selected. To meet the J2602-2 LIN protocol
specification, the 10 kbit/s baud rate must be selected. There is also a 'Fast' baud rate available for which the slew rate and
timing is much faster than both of the LIN protocol specifications.
Table 30. LIN/1 Register
MOSI First byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 10_010 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 10_ 011P
LIN mode[1]
LIN mode[0]
Slew rate[1]
Slew rate[0]
-
LIN T/1 on
-
VSUP ext
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bits
b7 b6
Description
LIN mode [1], LIN mode [0] - LIN/1 interface mode control, Wake-up enable / disable
00
LIN/1 disable, Wake-up capability disable
01
not used
10
LIN/1 disable, Wake-up capability enable
11
LIN/1 Transmit Receive mode
b5 b4
Slew rate[1], Slew rate[0] LIN/1 slew rate selection
00
Slew rate for 20 kbit/s baud rate
01
Slew rate for 10 kbit/s baud rate
10
Slew rate for fast baud rate
11
Slew rate for fast baud rate
b2
LIN T/1 on
0
LIN/1 termination OFF
1
LIN/1 termination ON
b0
VSUP ext
0
LIN goes recessive when device VSUP/2 is below typically 6.0 V. This is to meet J2602 specification
1
LIN continues operation below VSUP/2 6.0 V, until 5 V-CAN is disabled.
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Bit b2 allows the microcontroller to enable or disable the LIN-T1 or LIN-T2 LIN termination when in Transmit and Receive
mode. Note that these must have been initialized as LIN terminations in the INIT LIN I/O Register (see Table 15). Bit b0
allows for the continuous operation of the LIN interface when Vsup/2 drops below typically 6.0 V and until the 5V-CAN is
disabled. Note that the J2602-2 LIN specification requires that the LIN interface be recessive if the VSUP2 voltage is below
typically 6.0 V.
Table 31. LIN2 Register
MOSI First byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 10_010 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
01 10_ 100P
LIN mode[1]
LIN mode[0]
Slew rate[1]
Default state
0
0
0
Slew rate[0]
-
0
0
Condition for default
-
VSUP ext
0
0
0
LIN mode [1], LIN mode [0] - LIN 2 interface mode control, Wake-up enable / disable
LIN2 disable, Wake-up capability disable
01
not used
10
LIN2 disable, Wake-up capability enable
11
LIN2 Transmit Receive mode
Slew rate[1], Slew rate[0] LIN 2slew rate selection
00
Slew rate for 20 kbit/s baud rate
01
Slew rate for 10 kbit/s baud rate
10
Slew rate for fast baud rate
11
Slew rate for fast baud rate
b2
LIN T2 on
0
LIN 2 termination OFF
1
LIN 2 termination ON
b0
LIN T2 on
Description
00
b5 b4
bit 0
POR
Bits
b7 b6
bit 1
VSUP ext
0
LIN goes recessive when device VSUP/2 is below typically 6.0 V. This is to meet J2602 specification
1
LIN continues operation below VSUP/2 6.0 V, until 5 V-CAN is disabled.
The LIN's sleep mode is the lowest current consumption mode. There are two options to place the LIN into Sleep mode: one
is with wake-up capability and the second one is without it. For both sleep modes, the LIN bus driver is disabled and internally
pulled up to VSUP2 via a typically 725 kohm resistor. This allows for ultra low current consumption (typically 3.0 μA) due to
the LIN interface. When the wake-up is disabled, the only way for the LIN to transition out of sleep mode is by the
microcontroller via a SPI command.
If the wake-up is enabled, the LIN bus is monitored for a wake-up pulse. In the event of a LIN bus wake-up, an INT is
triggered to notify the microcontroller and the LIN wake-up flag is set.
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V LIN_REC
LIN
V BUSWU
0.4 V SUP
Dominant level
IRQ
T PROPWL
T WAKE
IRQ stays low until SPI reading command
Figure 74. LIN Wake-up LP VDD ON Mode Timing
If the SBC (not just the LIN) was in Low Power VDD ON mode, the LIN wake-up event will take the SBC out of Low Power
mode. See Figure 74. If the SBC (not just the LIN) was in Low Power VDD OFF mode, the LIN wake-up event will take the
SBC out of Low Power mode. See Figure 75.
V REC
V BUSWU
LIN
0.4 V SUP
Dominant level
3V
VDD
T PROPWL
T WAKE
Figure 75. LIN Wake-up VDD OFF Mode Timing
See Table 32 for more details on LIN interface behavior due to failures.
Table 32. LIN Faults
FAULT
FUNCTIONNAL
MODE
LIN supply undervoltage
TXD Pin Permanent
Dominant
LIN Thermal Shutdown
TXD RXD
TXD RXD
CONDITION
CONSEQUENCE
RECOVERY
LIN supply voltage < 6.0 V (typically)
LIN transmitter in recessive State
Condition gone
TXD pin low for more than t TXDDOM
LIN transmitter in recessive State
Condition gone
LIN driver temperature > 160 °C
(typically)
LIN transmitter and receiver disabled
HS turned off
Condition gone
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5.7
Low Power Modes
There are two low power modes available for the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs. The Low Power VDD OFF mode is the lowest
current consumption mode available where the SBC will consume a typical of 15 μA. In this case, the VDD is disabled so the
microcontroller is unpowered. The Low power VDD ON mode allows the microcontroller to stay enabled, but with very limited
current capability. During Low Power VDD ON mode, the SBC's current draw is typically 25 μA.
Figure 76. Low Power States Diagram
5.7.1
Low Power VDD OFF
Low Power VDD OFF mode can be entered via the MODE Register shown in Table 33 with the option to enable or disable
the Forced Wake-up timer and the Cyclic Sense functionality (see Figure 80 for more details) dependent on bits b7, b6, b5,
b4, and b3.
Table 33. MODE Register
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_110 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 110 P
mode[4]
mode[3]
mode[2]
mode[1]
mode[0]
Rnd_b[2]
Rnd_b[1]
Rnd_b[0]
Default state
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
LP VDD OFF Selection and FWU/Cyclic Sense Selection
b7, b6, b5, b4, b3
FWU
Cyclic Sense
0 1100
OFF
OFF
0 1101
OFF
ON
0 1110
ON
OFF
0 1111
ON
ON
When transitioning into Low Power VDD OFF mode, the Vaux and the 5V-CAN are disabled and the RST and INT are
asserted 'low'. The SBC monitors for external wake-up events during Low Power VDD OFF mode. The wake-up events
available during this mode are: CAN, LIN, I/O, and Forced Wake-up (refer to Figure 77).
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Waking up from LP Vdd OFF mode
Entering LP Vdd OFF mode
Vdd turn ON
& RST release
15uA consumption from Vbat
Figure 77. Transitioning Into and Out of Low Power VDD OFF Mode
When a wake-up is detected, the VDD regulator starts to ramp up. When the voltage reaches the VDD undervoltage
threshold (typ. 4.5), INT is de-asserted and the SBC transitions into RESET mode (see Figure 77). RST will remain 'low' for
1.0 ms, 5.0 ms, 10 ms, or 20 ms dependent on initialized value of bits b4 and b3 of the INIT REG Register (Refer to
Table 13). Once the RST is de-asserted, the SBC transitions into Normal Request mode where the 256 ms or configured
timer will start. A valid watchdog refresh is then needed to transition into Normal mode. See Figure 78.
The wake-up sources are reported to the SPI registers (see Table 12).
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Figure 78. Normal, Low Power VDD OFF, Reset, and Normal Request State Diagram
The SBC can also automatically enter Low Power VDD OFF mode in the event of a fail SAFE condition dependent on the
DBG pin resistor value configuration (see Figure 79).
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SAFE Operation Flow Chart
Legend:
Failure events
Device state:
RESET
NR
RESET
bit 4, INIT watchdog = 1 (1)
bit 4, INIT watchdog = 0 (1)
SAFE high
Reset: 1.0 ms pulse
SAFE low
Reset: 1.0 ms pulse
detection of 2nd
consecutive watchdog failure
SAFE low
a) Evaluation of
Resistor detected
at DBG pin during
power up, or SPI
watchdog failure
VDD low:
VDD <VDD_UVTH
INIT,
Normal Request
Normal, FLASH
register content
- Reset low
- SAFE low
- VDD ON
Rst s/c GND:
Rst <2.5 V, t >100 ms
RESET
b) ECU external signal
monitoring (7):
- bus idle time out
- I/O-1 monitoring
safe state B
SPI (3)
safe state A
8 consecutive watchdog failure (5)
SAFE pin release
(SAFE high)
(6)
State A: RDBG <6.0 k AND
watchdog failure
- SAFE low
- VDD ON
- Reset: 1.0 ms
periodic pulse
State A: RDBG <6.0 k AND
(VDD low or RST s/c GND) failure - SAFE low
- VDD ON
- Reset low
State B1: RDBG = 15 k AND
Bus idle timeout expired
State B2:
RDBG = 33 k AND I/O-1 low
State B3:
RDBG = 47 k AND I/O-1 low
AND Bus idle time out expired
- SAFE low
- Reset low
- VDD OFF
Wake-up (2), VDD ON, SAFE pin remains low
failure recovery, SAFE pin remains low
1) bit 4 of INIT Watchdog register
2) Wake-up event: CAN, LIN or I/O-1 high level (if I/O-1 Wake-up previously enabled)
3) SPI commands: 0xDD00 or 0xDD80 to release SAFE pin
4) Recovery: reset low condition released, VDD low condition released, correct SPI watchdog refresh
5) detection of 8 consecutive watchdog failures: no correct SPI watchdog refresh command occurred for duration of 8 x 256 ms.
6) Dynamic behavior: 1.0 ms reset pulse every 256 ms, due to no watchdog refresh SPI command, and device state transition
between RESET and NORMAL REQUEST mode, or INIT RESET and INIT modes.
7) 8 second timer for bus idle timeout. I/O-1 high to low transition.
Figure 79. FSAFE Operation Flow Chart
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When the cyclic sense functionality is selected during Low Power VDD ON or OFF mode, the SBC will periodically pulse
I/O-0 to monitor any state transitions on the rest of the I/Os. Cyclic sense is primarily designed to decrease current
consumption and optimized for closed contact switch applications as shown in Figure 80. During Normal mode, when the
current consumption is not as critical, I/O-0 functions as a pull-up to VSUP2 for the rest of the I/Os. By implementing the
cyclic sense feature, when the SBC transitions into Low Power VDD ON or OFF mode, there is no current flow in the I/Os
since I/O-0 is also grounded. The SBC will then pulse I/O-0 and monitor the state of the rest of the I/Os every cyclic sense
period (as configured in Timer Register B [see Table 19]). The pulse width duration is selected during the initialization phase
of the SBC dependent on bits b1 and b0 of the Initialization Regulator register (refer to Table 13).
I/O-0 HS active in Normal mode
I/O-0 HS active during cyclic sense active time
I/O-0
S1
S1 closed
Zoom
S1 open
Cyclic sense active
time (ex 200 us)
I/O-1
I/O-0
I/O-1 high => Wake-up
I/O-1
Cyclic sense period
state of I/O-1 low => no Wake-up
I/O-1 deglitcher time
(typically 30 us)
Cyclic sense active time
NORMAL MODE
LP MODE
RESET or NORMAL REQUEST MODE
Wake-up event detected
Wake-up detected.
R
R
R
R
R
R
I/O-0
I/O-0
I/O-1
I/O-1
S1
S1
I/O-2
I/O-2
S2
S2
I/O-3
S3
Upon entering in LP mode, all 3
contact switches are closed.
S3
I/O-3
In LP mode, 1 contact switch is open.
High level is detected on I/O-x, and device wakes up.
Figure 80. Cyclic Sense Operation - Switch to GND, Wake-up by Open Switch
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5.7.2
Low Power VDD ON
Low Power VDD ON mode can be entered via the MODE Register shown in Table 34 with the option to enable or
disable the Forced Wake-up timer, Cyclic Sense, Cyclic Interrupt (refer to Figure 83), and Watchdog operation
dependent on bits b7, b6, b5, b4, and b3.
Table 34. MODE Register, MODE
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_110 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 110 P
mode[4]
mode[3]
mode[2]
mode[1]
mode[0]
Rnd_b[2]
Rnd_b[1]
Rnd_b[0]
Default state
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
LP VDD ON Selection and Operation Mode
b7, b6, b5, b4, b3
FWU
Cyclic Sense
Cyclic INT
Watchdog
1 0000
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
1 0001
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
1 0010
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
1 0011
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
1 0100
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
1 0101
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
1 0110
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
1 0111
OFF
ON
ON
ON
1 1000
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
1 1001
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
1 1010
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
1 1011
ON
OFF
ON
ON
1 1100
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
1 1101
ON
ON
OFF
ON
1 1110
ON
ON
ON
OFF
1 1111
ON
ON
ON
ON
b2, b1, b0
Random Code inverted, these 3bits are the inverted bits obtained from the previous SPI command.
The usage of these bits are optional and must be previously selected in the INIT MISC register [See
bit 7 (LPM w RNDM) in Table 16]
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When transitioning into Low Power VDD ON mode, the Vaux and the 5V-CAN are disabled and the RST and INT remain
'high' (Refer to Figure 81). The SBC will monitor for all the same wake-ups as in Low Power VDD OFF mode (CAN, LIN,
I/O, and Forced Wake Up). Additionally, the SBC will monitor for a dedicated SPI command (0x5C10) which allows the
transition from Low Power VDD ON to Normal Request mode. During Low Power VDD ON mode, the SBC will also monitor
for current consumption on the VDD regulator that exceeds a minimum of 1.0 mA for longer than a configurable amount of
time dependent on bits b7, b6, and b5 in Timer Register A (refer to Table 18).
Figure 81. Transitioning Into and Out of Low Power VDD ON Mode
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When a wake-up is detected, the INT is asserted 'low' to notify the microcontroller and the SBC transitions into Normal
Request mode. When the INT is de-asserted, the 5V-CAN voltage regulator may start to ramp up dependent on
configuration. The microcontroller must then send a dedicated SPI command (0x5C10) to transition into Normal Request
mode where the 256ms or configured timer will start. A valid watchdog refresh is then needed to transition into Normal mode.
See Figure 82.
The Wake-up sources are reported to the SPI registers (see Table 12).
Figure 82. Normal, Low Power VDD ON, Reset, and Normal Request State Diagram
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When the cyclic Interrupt functionality is selected for Low Power VDD ON, the SBC will periodically interrupt the
microcontroller. Upon the reception of the interrupt, the microcontroller must then acknowledge the Interrupt by reading back
the "device control bits" of the Watchdog Refresh address in the Device Registers by sending 0x1B00 = 0001 1011 0000
0000 (address is in bold). Refer to Table 35 and Table 36. The microcontroller must then invert the random bits b7 - b0 read
and send back to the SBC with a watchdog refresh write SPI command (0x5AXX) within the cyclic interrupt period. To exit
Low Power VDD ON mode, the microcontroller must send the dedicated 0x5C10 SPI command within the cyclic interrupt
period. When no SPI command or an improper SPI command is sent, the SBC will cease cyclic interrupt operation and exit
out of Low Power VDD ON mode by asserting RST. The SBC then transitions into Normal Request Mode. Refer to
Figure 83.
Prepare LP VDD ON
with Cyclic INT
Leave LP
VDD ON Mode
In LP VDD ON with Cyclic INT
INT
LP VDD
ON mode
SPI
Timer B
Cyclic INT period
1st period
Cyclic INT period
NORMAL MODE
2nd period
Cyclic INT period
3rd period
Cyclic INT period
NORMAL
REQUEST
MODE
LP VDD ON MODE
Legend for SPI commands
Leave LP VDD ON and Cyclic INT due to improper operation
Write Timer B, select Cyclic INT period (ex: 512 ms, 0x560E)
Write Device mode: LP VDD ON with Cyclic INT enable (example: 0x5C90)
Read RNDM code
INT
SPI
Improper or no
acknowledge SPI command
Write RNDM code inv.
SPI Wake-up: 0x5C10
RST
Cyclic INT period
LP VDD ON MODE
RESET and
NORMAL
REQUEST
MODE
Figure 83. Cyclic Interrupt Operation
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During Low Power VDD ON mode, the SBC is able to maintain the microcontroller enabled by supplying the required voltage
at limited current capability. The SBC is able to tolerate an increase in current consumption above a minimum of 1.0 mA from
the microcontroller for as long as 32 ms and as short as 3.0 ms (default) dependent on bits b7, b6, and b5 configuration in
the Timer Register A (refer toTable 18) without waking up. This reduces the module's total current consumption by reducing
the number of multiple Interrupts as shown in Figure 84.
Figure 84. Low Power VDD ON Current Monitoring
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5.8
Secured SPI
The MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs allows the transition to special modes by means of secured SPI. These special
modes are the Initialization, Flash, and Reset modes. To transition into these states from Normal mode, Secured SPI
is required because for safety reasons it is critical not to transition into these states by accident. Figure 85 shows an
example of how Secured SPI works in a transition from Normal to Initialization mode.
System basis chip
Example of how to enter INIT mode from Normal mode.
current SBC mode:
11 – normal mode
1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1
1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1
0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0
0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0
0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
SBC enters INIT mode
pseudo random key generated by SBC
MCU to read RWD MCU to complement RWD

request SBC mode:
01 – init mode
Figure 85. Secured SPI Operation
To transition into Initialization, Flash, or Reset mode from Normal mode, the microcontroller has to read back the
"device control bits" of the Specific Modes address in the Device Registers by sending 0x1300 = 0001 0011 0000 0000
(address is in bold). Refer to Table 35 and Table 36. The microcontroller must then invert the random bits b5 - b0 read
and set bits b7 and b6 according to desired mode for the SBC to transition into (refer to Table 37). The SBC will then
verify that all random bits were properly complemented and transition into the specified mode.
Table 35. SPI Capabilities with Options
Type of Command
Read back of “device control bits” (MOSI bit 7 = 0)
OR
Read specific device information (MOSI bit 7 = 1)
MOSI/MIS
O
Control bits
[15-14]
Address
[13-9]
Parity/Next
bits [8]
Bit 7
MOSI
00
address
1
0
MISO
MOSI
MISO
Write device control bit to address selected by bits
(13-9).
MISO return 16 bits device status
MOSI
Reserved
MOSI
MISO
MISO
MOSI
MISO
MOSI
000 0000
Device Fixed Status (8 bits)
00
address
1
Register control bits content
1
000 0000
Device Fixed Status (8 bits)
01
address
Device ID and I/Os state
(note)
Control bits
Device Fixed Status (8 bits)
Device Extended Status (8 bits)
10
Reserved
MISO
Read device flags and Wake-up flags, from
register address (bit 13-9), and sub address (bit 7).
MISO return fixed device status (bit 15-8) + flags
from the selected address and sub-address.
Bits [6-0]
Reserved
11
address
Reserved
0
Device Fixed Status (8 bits)
11
address
1
Device Fixed Status (8 bits)
Read of device flags form a register address,
and sub address LOW (bit 7)
Flags
1
Read of device flags form a register address,
and sub address HIGH (bit 7)
Flags
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Table 36. Device Registers with Corresponding Address
Address
MOSI[13-9]
A4...A0
Description
Quick Ref.
Name
0_0000
Analog Multiplexer
MUX
1) Write “device control bits” to register address.
2) Read back register “control bits”
0_0001
Memory byte A
RAM_A
0_0010
Memory byte B
RAM_B
1) Write “data byte” to register address.
2) Read back “data byte” from register address
0_0011
Memory byte C
RAM_C
0_0100
Memory byte D
RAM_D
0_0101
Initialization Regulators
Init REG
0_0110
Initialization Watchdog
Init
watchdog
0_0111
Initialization LIN and I/O
Init LIN I/O
0_1000
Initialization Miscellaneous functions
Init MISC
0_1001
Specific modes
SPE_MOD
E
1) Write to register to select device Specific mode, using “Inverted Random Code”.
2) Read “Random Code”
0_1010
Timer_A: watchdog & LP MCU consumption
TIM_A
0_1011
Timer_B: Cyclic Sense & Cyclic Interrupt
TIM_B
1) Write “timing values” to register address.
2) Read back register “timing values”
0_1100
Timer_C: watchdog LP & Forced Wake-up
TIM_C
0_1101
Watchdog Refresh
watchdog
Watchdog Refresh Commands
0_1110
Mode register
MODE
1) Write to register to select LP mode, with optional “Inverted Random code” and
select Wake-up functionality
2) Read operations:
Read back device “Current mode”
Read “Random Code”,
Leave “Debug mode”
0_1111
Regulator Control
REG
1_0000
CAN interface control
CAN
1_0001
Input Output control
I/O
1_0010
Interrupt Control
Interrupt
1_0011
LIN1 interface control
LIN1
1_0100
LIN2 interface control
LIN2
Functionality
1) Write “device initialization control bits” to register address.
2) Read back “initialization control bits” from register address
1) Write “device control bits” to register address, to select device operation.
2) Read back register “control bits”.
3) Read device flags from each of the register addresses.
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Table 37. Specific Mode Register, SPE_MODE
MOSI First Byte [15-8]
[b_15 b_14] 01_001 [P/N]
MOSI Second Byte, bits 7-0
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4
bit 3
bit 2
bit 1
bit 0
01 01_ 001 P
Sel_Mod[1]
Sel_Mod[0]
Rnd_C5b
Rnd_C4b
Rnd_C3b
Rnd_C2b
Rnd_C1b
Rnd_C0b
Default state
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Condition for default
POR
Bit
Description
b7, b6
Sel_Mod[1], Sel_Mod[0] - Mode selection: these 2 bits are used to select which mode the device will enter upon a SPI command.
00
RESET mode
01
INIT mode
10
FLASH mode
11
N/A
b5....b0
[Rnd_C4b... Rnd_C0b] - Random Code inverted, these six bits are the inverted bits obtained from the SPE MODE Register read command.
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5.9
Normal Request, Reset, and Flash Modes
In addition to the Initialization mode described in Section 5.4, the MC33903/4/5 family of SBCs implements three other
non-Normal functional modes that provide the module designer the flexibility to implement the SBC's feature set with
configurable timings.
Figure 86. Normal Request, Reset and Flash State Diagram
Normal Request mode is automatically entered after a Reset or a wake-up event from Low Power VDD ON mode. When the
SBC transitions into Normal Request from Reset mode, the 256 ms timer starts. Different durations can be configured by
SPI when normal request is entered from Low Power VDD ON mode. A simple watchdog re-fresh SPI command (0x5A00)
is then necessary to transition out of Normal Request into Normal mode. If the watchdog refresh SPI command does not
occur within the 256 ms (or the shorter user defined time out), then the device will transition into Reset mode.
The SBC can also enter Reset from Normal mode, but only via Secured SPI. During Reset mode, the RST pin is asserted
'low' and the SBC can also transition into this state from Normal Request, Low Power VDD ON, and Flash mode when the
watchdog is not triggered or if a VDD low condition is detected. The duration of reset is typically 1.0 ms by default. A longer
reset pulse can be configured, but only when the Reset mode is entered from a VDD low condition. Reset pulse will always
be 1.0 ms when Reset mode is entered due to wrong watchdog refresh command.
In Flash mode, the software watchdog period can be extended up to 32 seconds. This allows programming of the MCU flash
memory while minimizing the software overhead to refresh the watchdog. The SBC can transition into and out of Flash mode
by Secured SPI command. When transitioning out of Flash mode, the SBC will go into Reset mode. The SBC will also
transition out of Flash into Reset mode due to an incorrect or missing watchdog refresh. Note that the advanced watchdog
is not available in Flash mode. An interrupt can be generated at 50% of the watchdog period.
Note: CAN interface operates in Flash mode to allow flash via CAN bus, inside the vehicle.
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References
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References
Following are URLs where you can obtain information on related Freescale products and application solutions:
Document Number
and Description
33903/4/5
Data Sheet
URL
http://cache.freescale.com/files/analog/doc/data_sheet/MC33903_4_5.pdf
Freescale.com Support Pages
URL
MC33903 Product Summary Page
http://www.freescale.com/webapp/sps/site/prod_summary.jsp?code=MC33903
MC33904 Product Summary Page
http://www.freescale.com/webapp/sps/site/prod_summary.jsp?code=MC33904
MC33905 Product Summary Page
http://www.freescale.com/webapp/sps/site/prod_summary.jsp?code=MC33905
Automotive Home Page
http://www.freescale.com/automotive
Analog Home Page
http://www.freescale.com/analog
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Revision History
Revision
Date
Description
1.0
9/2013
• Initial release
2.0
7/2014
• Added description of the MUX register writing versus 5V-CAN behavior.
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