>
> > Use a DS1231 to get a reliable Power-On-Reset. It's esecially useful
> > when you use the 16C71 whose POR doesn't work...
> > Anyway; this way is probably cheaper than convincing the power supply
> > to go down to 0V before power-up.
>
> I can't find these in any of the catalogs I have with me - how much do they
> cost in low quantities and how may pins do they have?

8 pins but I don't know the pricing. It's not very expensiv though.

/Tomas

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