Data processor having radio communication function and method of controlling frequency of clock signals in data processor

Abstract

There is provided a data processor having radio communication function, including (a) a clock generator for selectively generating clock signals having different frequencies, (b) a signal quality analyzer for analyzing quality of a received signal by comparing quality of a received signal to a predetermined threshold level, and (c) a frequency controller for causing the clock signals to have an ordinary frequency when the quality of a received signal is judged not to degrade, and causing the clock signals to have a second frequency smaller than the ordinary frequency, when the quality of a received signal is judged to degrade. In accordance with the data processor, when quality of a received signal is judged to degrade, based on an intensity of an electric field, a frequency of clock signals is caused to decrease. Hence, it is possible to reduce noises caused by clock signals, enhancing reliability in radio communication. When quality of a received signal is judged not to degrade, a clock signal is caused to have an ordinary frequency, ensuring high rate operation of the data processor.