MSP430FR6045: MSP430FR6045:

Part Number: MSP430FR6045

Tool/software:

I am from Secure Meters.

In the  uploaded PCB design with MSP430FR6045, I would like to confirm the grounding practice for the crystal oscillator section. Should the crystal have a separate ground plane, or is it recommended to connect it directly to the local/common ground for best performance and accuracy?”

Give answer with rationale.

I have highlighted the Crystal section.I did not connect my crystal ground directly to Top layer ground.I connected crystal ground through Crystal ground pin and then to local ground through Via.

Suggest me best possible layout recomendation.

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