9 Selecting the Timer and Learning More

After understanding the strengths of each timer peripheral, select which timer closest matches the features needed in the application. In many cases, multiple possible timers can perform the task. In this case, select the simplest timer – leaving timers with more capabilities available for future use. The device data sheet, application notes, and technical briefs detail on how the timers operate, the registers associated with them, and any device-specific changes. Code examples that use a specific timer can be found by searching MPLAB® Discover.