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TMP461-SP: TMP461-SP Sensor Fault

Part Number: TMP461-SP

Is there a typo in the TMP461-SP datasheet?  "Short-circuit" should be "Open-circuit".

7.3.5 SensorFault

The TMP461-SPdevice can sense a fault at the D+ input resulting from an incorrect diode connection.  The TMP461-SP device can also sense an open circuit.  Short-circuit conditions return a value of –64°C. The detection circuitry consists of a voltage comparator that trips when the voltage at D+ exceeds(V+)– 0.3 V(typical).  The comparator output is continuously checked during a conversion. If a fault is detected, then OPEN(bit 2) in the status register is set to 1.

When not using the remote sensor with the TMP461-SP device, D+ must be connected to D– or GND to prevent meaningless fault warnings.