Also on the PIC data sheets you'll note the oscillator selection, LP with a
32KHz crystal needs about 68-100pf caps.

I'm running mine now with 100pf, no series resistance, and everything is fine.

-Adam

John Orhan wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> I have a problem regarding the LP (low frequency Xtal) setting. I have tried
> to run the PIC (F84) with a 35Khz Xtal ratted from an old cheap digital
> watch. For some reason it isn't working. I have 33pF cap's on it and it
> seems that when I load it up with a CRO lead, or even just touch it, the
> oscillator winds up and kicks into life. Is 33pF too small for the lower
> frequency?? Anyone know how this animal works?
>
>                                         Sincerely       John