Pin Configurable/Selectable OscillatorsCrystals, oscillators, and resonators are all types of electronic components that are used to generate precise frequencies in electronic circuits. These components are essential in many applications, such as in radio and communication systems, clocks and timers, and in many other types of electronic circuits.
Crystals are solid materials that have a natural resonant frequency at which they vibrate when a voltage is applied to them. This frequency is determined by the crystal's physical structure, and is extremely stable and accurate. Crystals are commonly used in oscillators to generate a stable reference frequency for a circuit.
Oscillators are electronic circuits that use a crystal or other resonator to generate a stable, periodic signal. This signal can be a sine wave, a square wave, or any other desired waveform. Oscillators are used in many applications to provide a stable reference frequency for a circuit, or to generate a signal that can be used to modulate or transmit information.
Resonators are electronic components that are used to resonate at a specific frequency. They can be made from a variety of materials, such as piezoelectric crystals, ceramic materials, or SAW (surface acoustic wave) devices. Resonators are used in a wide range of applications, such as in radio and communication systems, in clocks and timers, and in sensors and other types of electronic devices.
Pin configurable/selectable oscillators are a type of oscillator that can be configured or tuned to a specific frequency using the pins on the device. This allows the user to easily change the frequency of the oscillator without having to change the crystal or other resonator used in the circuit. This can be useful in applications where the frequency of the oscillator needs to be changed frequently or easily.