DS1643/DS1643P
DESCRIPTION
The DS1643 is an 8K x 8 nonvolatile static RAM with a full function Real Time Clock (RTC) that are
both accessible in a byte-wide format. The nonvolatile timekeeping RAM is functionally equivalent to
any JEDEC standard 8K x 8 SRAM. The device can also be easily substituted in ROM, EPROM and
EEPROM sockets providing read/write nonvolatility and the addition of the real time clock function. The
real time clock information resides in the eight uppermost RAM locations. The RTC registers contain
year, month, date, day, hours, minutes, and seconds data in 24-hour BCD format. Corrections for the day
of the month and leap year are made automatically. The RTC clock registers are double-buffered to
avoid access of incorrect data that can occur during clock update cycles. The double-buffered system also
prevents time loss as the timekeeping countdown continues unabated by access to time register data. The
DS1643 also contains its own power-fail circuitry, which deselects the device when the V
CC
supply is in
an out of tolerance condition. This feature prevents loss of data from unpredictable system operation
brought on by low V
CC
as errant access and update cycles are avoided.
PACKAGES
The DS1643 is available in two packages: 28-pin DIP module and 34-pin PowerCap module. The 28-pin
DIP style module integrates the crystal, lithium energy source, and silicon all in one package. The 34-pin
PowerCap Module Board is designed with contacts for connection to a separate PowerCap (DS9034PCX)
that contains the crystal and battery. This design allows the PowerCap to be mounted on top of the
DS1643P after the completion of the surface mount process. Mounting the PowerCap after the surface
mount process prevents damage to the crystal and battery due to high temperatures required for solder
reflow. The PowerCap is keyed to prevent reverse insertion. The PowerCap Module Board and PowerCap
are ordered separately and shipped in separate containers. The part number for the PowerCap is
DS9034PCX.
CLOCK OPERATIONS—READING THE CLOCK
While the double-buffered register structure reduces the chance of reading incorrect data, internal updates
to the DS1643 clock registers should be halted before clock data is read to prevent reading of data in
transition. However, halting the internal clock register updating process does not affect clock accuracy.
Updating is halted when a one is written into the read bit, the seventh most significant bit in the control
register. As long as a 1 remains in that position, updating is halted. After a halt is issued, the registers
reflect the count, that is day, date, and time that was current at the moment the halt command was issued.
However, the internal clock registers of the double-buffered system continue to update so that the clock
accuracy is not affected by the access of data. All of the DS1643 registers are updated simultaneously
after the clock status is reset. Updating is within a second after the read bit is written to 0.
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