Methods for synchronizing non-constant frequency switching regulators with
a phase locked loop are disclosed. The methods enable non-constant frequency switching
regulators to be synchronized with a phase locked loop to achieve constant frequency
operation in steady state while retaining the advantages of non-frequency operation
to improve transient response and operate over a wider range of duty cycles. In
addition, the methods enable multiple non-constant frequency regulators to be synchronized
and operated in parallel to deliver higher power levels to the output than a single
switching regulator.