The PIC24FJ256GA106-I/PT is a 16-bit 256kB general purpose Flash Microcontroller with PPS (Peripheral Pin Select) aids in configuring the most efficient pin configuration of available I/O and CTMU provides touch sensing support for up to 64 individual buttons. Ideal for low power (<100nA standby current) and connectivity applications that benefit from the availability of multiple serial ports (3xI²C, 3xSPI), 4xUARTS and 23 independent timers. Large amounts of RAM (16kB) memory for buffering and large (up to 256kB) enhanced flash program memory make it ideal for embedded control and monitoring applications. The real-time clock/calendar module implements a full-featured clock and calendar with alarm functions in hardware, freeing up the timer resources and program memory space for the use of the core application.