Hi all, I would like to be able to turn on and off the LP2981 using a microcontroller. The output voltage of this device is 5V and my input voltage is anywhere from 6V to 12V. My microcontroller runs on 5V. A link to the datasheet is below http://focus.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/lp2981-28.pdf On page 7, it talks about the function of the ON OFF. All the talk about totem pole and open collector is getting me confused. My question is:- Can I connect pin 3 (ON/OFF) to Vcc (5V, supplied by a separate regulator ) using a pull up resistor and connect it to the microcontroller?? Your quick response is appreciated. I want to get this schematic out for a quote ASAP Ajmal