What does the "n" mean for pins like "nRST"?
The n
in pins names like nRST
means not
.
- A pin named without
n
, for exampleRST
orRESET
, will perform its function (e.g. reset the device) when it is connected to VCC - A pin named with
n
, for examplenRST
ornRESET
, will perform its function (e.g. reset the device) when it is connected to GND
A nRESET
has exactly the same meaning as overlining the name. For example $\overline{\text{RESET}}$. Some manufacturers prefer to use n
instead of $\overline{\text{RESET}}$ or ~RESET