Patent classifications
H03M1/362
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING MULTIPLE STABLE REFERENCE VOLTAGES
Systems and methods for providing multiple stable reference voltages are disclosed. In one aspect, a bandgap reference circuit generates a first reference voltage, which is calibrated with an adjustable resistor bank. Settings for this adjustable resistor bank may be stored in a memory and reused at multiple locations with theoretically identical resistor banks for other circuits requiring reference voltages. Recognizing that there may be voltage network variations induced by distances from bandgap reference circuit, process variations between resistor banks, or the like, each resistor bank may be separately calibrated, and settings stored in memory. By providing separate resistor banks for each location that needs a reference voltage, the need for duplicative and space intensive bandgap reference circuits is minimized. Further, by providing separate resistor banks, variations in the local voltage are minimized providing more stable and reliable operation of circuits in the die.