To clarify..
These were to be read (sorta) together:
"Usually there is a simple wiring diagram to follow..........."
&
this HAS many (and what I thought 'were diagrams that' didnt apply to me needs/application) <-- added clarity between single quotes, and typo fixed)
- as in many diagrams.. with many configurations..
I read this line as well:
"Please attach a capacitor (greater than 0.33μF) between the Vcc and GND"
And the diagram directly under it as well.. (using a 22uF cap on the output)
- which I believe is the same cap value I used when I looked at this datasheet originally... (again not at home to confirm, but this is my current stance/belief)
I guess this a finicky part... (you are right)...
or at least.. crummy documentation IMHO at best.
It was chosen as a drop in replacement for a LM7805AC regulator for more current! (same pinout and more current with a fixed +5v output).... actually it was recommended to me to be clear.
and I appreciate your response....
My saying I'm not great at datasheets, is not to be confused that I dont try and do any work on my own.
I have
As far as asking about oscillation... I always thought it just meant 'ripple' in your power/rails..etc.. but I asked to get a better understanding instead of just assuming 'ripple' (not stable)