Hello 

Iam using a MCT8316Z-Q1 SPI variant . I wanted to know the steps how to initialize the IC and start running the motor . I already have all the hardware connections as per the datasheet. 

I also wanted to know how do I check if SPI communication is correct between my controller and IC.

In the data sheet Section 8.5.1.1 says "The SDO output data word is 16 bits long and the first 8 bits are status bits. The data word is the content of the register being accessed."

Since there are 3 status registers which status register data will I receive on the SDO line.

Thank you