19-1953; Rev 1; 11/01
3.2Gbps Adaptive Equalizer
and Cable Driver
General Description
The MAX3800 is a +3.3V adaptive cable equalizer and
cable driver implemented together on a single chip. It is
designed for coaxial and twin-axial cable point-to-point
communications applications. The driver features differ-
ential current-mode logic (CML) inputs and outputs as
well as adjustable output amplitude. The equalizer
includes differential CML data inputs and outputs, a
loss-of-signal (LOS) output, and a cable integrity moni-
tor (CIM) output.
The adaptive cable equalizer is capable of equalizing
differential or single-ended signals at data rates up to
3.2Gbps. It automatically adjusts to attenuation caused
by skin-effect losses of up to 30dB at 1.6GHz. The
equalizer effectively extends the usable length of cop-
per cable in high-frequency interconnect applications.
The MAX3800 is available in a 32-pin TQFP package
with exposed pad and consumes only 200mW at
+3.3V. The driver can be disconnected from the power
supply when it is not needed, resulting in a 40% reduc-
tion in supply current.
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Single +3.3V Operation
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Typical Power Dissipation = 200mW at +3.3V
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Data Rates Up to 3.2Gbps
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Adjustable Cable Driver Output Amplitude
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Equalizer Automatically Adjusts for Different
Cable Lengths
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0dB to 30dB Equalization at 1.6GHz (3.2Gbps)
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Loss-of-Signal (LOS) Indicator
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Cable Integrity Monitor (CIM)
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On-Chip Input and Output Terminations
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Low External Component Count
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Operating Temperature Range = 0擄C to +85擄C
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ESD Protection on Cable Inputs and Outputs
Features
MAX3800
Applications
High-Speed Links in Communications
and Data Systems
Backplane and Interconnect Applications
SDH/SONET Transmission Equipment
Pin Configuration appears at end of data sheet.
PART
MAX3800UGJ
MAX3800UHJ
Ordering Information
TEMP. RANGE
0擄C to +85擄C
0擄C to +85擄C
PIN-PACKAGE
32 QFN
32 TQFP-EP*
*EP
= exposed pad
Typical Application Circuit
+3.3V
+3.3V
DIN
CARD 1
MAX3800
EOUT
LOS
RMOD
DOUT
EIN
MAX3800
EOUT
CARD 2
DIN
RMOD
CIM
EIN
CIM
DOUT
LOS
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES A CONTROLLED-IMPEDANCE TRANSMISSION LINE.
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