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Linear
Data Manual
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Signetics

Linear Products

1987 Linear
Data Manual
Volume 3:
Video

Signetics reserves the right to make changes, without notice, in the products,
including circuits, standard cells, and lor software, described or contained herein in
order to improve design andlor performance. Signetics assumes no responsibility or
liability for the use of any of these products, conveys no license or title under any
patent, copyright, or mask work right to these products, and makes no representations or warranties that these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work
right infringement, unless otherwise specified. Applications that are described herein
for any of these products are for illustrative purposes only. Signetics makes no
representation or warranty that such applications will be suitable for the specified use
without further testing or modification.
LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS
Signetics' Products are not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or
systems where malfunction of a Signetics Product can reasonably be expected to
result in a personal injury. Signetics' customers using or selling Signetics' Products
for use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify
Signetics for any damages resulting in such improper use or sale.

Signetics registers eligible circuits under
the Semiconductor Chip Protection Act.

® Copyright 1987 Signetics Corporation

All rights reserved.

Signefics

Preface

Linear Products

The Linear Division, one of four
Signetics product divisions, is a major
supplier of a broad line of linear integrated circuits ranging from high performance application specific designs to
many of the more popular industry standard devices.
A fifth Signetics division, the Military
Division, provides military-grade integrated circuits, including Linear. Please consult the Signetics Military data book for
information on such devices.
Employing Signetics' high quality processing and screening standards, the
Linear Division is dedicated to providing
high-quality linear products to our customers worldwide.
The three 1987 Linear Data and Applications Manuals provide extensive technical data and application information for a

February 1987

broad range of products serving the
needs of a wide variety of markets.

Volume 1 - Communications:
Contains data and application information concerning our radio and audio
circuits, compandors, phase-locked
loops, compact disc circuits, and ICs for
RF communication, telephony and modem applications.

Volume 2 - Industrial:
Contains data and application information concerning our data conversion
products (analog-to-digital and digital-toanalog), sample-and-hold circuits, comparators, driver/receiver ICs, amplifiers,
position measurement devices, power
conversion and control ICs and music/
speech synthesizers.

includes tuning, video IF and audio IF
circuits, sync processors/generators,
color decoders and encoders, video processing ICs, vertical deflection circuits,
Videotex and Teletext ICs and power
supply controllers for video applications.
Each volume contains extensive product-specific application information. In
addition there are selector guides and
product-specific symbols and definitions
to facilitate the selection and understanding of Linear products. A functional
Table of Contents for each of the three
volumes and a complete product and
application note listing is also included.

Volume 3 - Video:

Although every effort has been made to
ensure the accuracy of information in
these manuals, Signetics assumes no
liability for inadvertent errors.

Contains data and application information concerning our video products. This

Your suggestions for improvement in
future editions are welcome.

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Product Status

Linear Products

DEFINITIONS

February 1987

Data Sheet
Identification

Product Status

Definition

Objectllf. Specification

Formative or In Design

This data sheet contains the design target or goal
specifications for product development. Specifications may
change in any manner without notice.

Preliminary Specification

Preproduction Product

This data sheet contains preliminary data and supplementary
data will be published at a later date. Signetics reserves the
right to make changes at any time without notice in order to
improve design and supply the bast possible product.

Product Specification

Full Production

This data sheet contains Final Specifications. Signetics
reserves the right to make changes at any time without
notice in order to improve design and supply the best
possible product.

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Volume 3
Video

Linear Products

Preface
Product Status
Section 1:

GENERAL INFORMATION

Section 2:

QUALITY AND RELIABILITY

Section 3:

12 C SMALL AREA NETWORKS

Section 4:

TUNING SYSTEMS
Tuner Control Peripherals
Tuning Circuits
Prescalers
Tuner IC

Section 5:

REMOTE-CONTROL SYSTEMS

Section 6:

TELEVISION SUBSYSTEMS

Section 7:

VIDEO IF

Section 8:

SOUND IF AND SPECIAL AUDIO PROCESSING

Section 9:

SYNCH PROCESSING AND GENERATION

Section 10: COLOR DECODING AND ENCODING
Section 11: SPECIAL-PURPOSE VIDEO PROCESSING
Video Modulator/Demodulator
AID Converters
Df A Converters
Switching
High Frequency Amplifiers
CCD Memory
Section 12: VERTICAL DEFLECTION
Section 13: VIDEOTEX/TELETEXT
Section 14: SWITCHED-MODE POWER SUPPLIES FOR TV/MONITOR
Section 15: PACKAGE INFORMATION
Section 16: SALES OFFICES

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Section 1
General Information

Linear Products

INDEX
Contents of Volume 3, ViDEO ........................................................................ 1-3
Alphanumeric Listing of all Linear Products ........................................................ 1-7
Application Note Listing
- by Product Group .................................................................................. 1-13
-by Part Number ..................................................................................... 1-16
Outline of Contents of Volume 1, COMMUNICATIONS ........................................ 1-19
Outline of Contents of Volume 3, INDUSTRIAL ................................................. 1-20
Cross Reference Guide by Company .............................................................. 1-21
SO Availability List ...................................................................................... 1-24
Ordering Information .................................................................................... 1-26

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Volume 3:
Video
Table of Contents

I

Linear Products

Preface .............................................................................................................................. ...............................
Product Status ......................................................................................................................................... . . . . . . . . . .
Outline of Contents ........................................................................................................................................ . . . .

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Section 1 - General Information
Contents of Volume 3, ViDEO................................................................................................................................
Alphanumeric Listing of all Linear Products................................................................................................................
Application Note Listing
- by Product Group ........... .................................................................................................................................
- by Part Number ... ....... .... .......... ........ ............ ..... ......... ..... ......... ..... .......... .......................... ................. ......... ....
Outline of Contents of Volume 1, COMMUNICATIONS .................................................................................................
Outline of Contents of Volume 2, INDUSTRIAL .......... ................................................................ ................................
Cross Reference Guide by Company....................................................................................................................... .
SO Availability List .............................................................................................................................. .... ............ .
Ordering Information ....................................................................................................................................... ......

1-3
1-7
1-13
1-16
1-19
1-20
1-21
1-24
1-26

Section 2 - Quality and Reliability
Quality and Reliability.................................................................................................................... ........... .............

2-3

Section 3 - Small Area Networks
SMALL AREA NETWORKS
Introduction to 12C........................................................................................................................... .....................
3-3
12C Bus Specifications................................................................................................................... .. . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . .. .
3-4
AN168
The Inter-Integrated Circuit (12C) Serial Bus: Theory and Practical Considerations .......................... ........ 3-16
PCF2100
4-Segment LCD Duplex Driver .................................................................................................... (Vol 2)
PCF2111
64-Segment LCD Duplex Driver .................................................................................................. (Vol 2)
PCF2112
32-Segment LCD Static Driver .................................................................................................... (Vol 2)
PCF8200
Single·Chip CMOS Male/Female Speech Synthesizer ....................................................................... (Vol 1)
PCF8570
256 X 8 Static RAM.................................................................................................................
4-3
PCF8571
lk Serial RAM ........................................................................................................................ 4·12
2
PCF8573
Clock/Timer With 1 C Interface................................................................................................... 4-21
PCF8574
8-Bit Remote 1/0 Expander.................................................................. ........................ ............. 4-33
PCF8576
Universal LCD Driver for Low Multiplex Rates ................................................................................ (Vol 2)
PCF8577
32-/64-Segment LCD Driver for Automotive ................................................................................... (Vol 2)
PCF8591
8-Bit AID and D/A Converter ..................................................................................................... (Vol 2)
SAA1057
PLL Radio Tuning Circuit.. ......................................................................................................... (Vol 1)
SAA1060
32-Segment LED Driver ............................................................................................................. (VoI 2)
SAA1061
16-Segment LED Driver .............................................................................................................(VoI 2)
SAA3028
IR Receiver ............................................................................................................................ 5-47
SAB3013
6-Function Analog Memory (6-Bit DI A Converter) ........................................................................... 4·45
SAB3035
FLL TV Tuning Circuit (Eight DI A Converters) ............................................................................... 4-50
SAB3036
FLL TV Tuning Circuit .............................................................................................................. 4-65
SAB3037
FLL TV Tuning Circuit (Four DI A Converters) .................... ............................................ ................ 4·75
TDA1540P, D
14-Bit D/A Converter-Serial Input ............................................................................................. (Vo11)
TDA8400
Frequency Synthesizer.............................................................................................................. 4-86
TDA8440
AudiolVideo Switch.................................................................................................................. 11-60
TDA8442
1/0 Expander .......................................................................................................................... 10·101
TDA8443
RGB/YUV Matrix Switch ............................................................................................................ 10-107
TEA1017
13-Bit Series-to-Parallel Converter ................................................................................................ (Vol 2)
TEA6000
FM IF System and Computer Interface Circuit.. .............................................................................. (Vol 1)

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Volume 3: Video

Contents

Section 4 - Tuning Systems
TUNER CONTROL PERIPHERALS
256 X 8 Static RAM.................................................................................................................
PCF8570
PCF8571
1K Serial RAM........................................................................................................................
Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O.............. ..... .......................... ......................................................
PCF8573
PCF8574
8-Bit Remote I/O Expander.......................................................................................................
PCF8582
12C CMOS EEPROM (256 x 8) .... ............ .................. ............ ....................................................
SAB3013
Hex 6-Bit D/ A Converter...........................................................................................................

4-3
4-12
4-21
4-33
4-41
4-45

TUNING CIRCUITS
SAB3035
AN157
SAB3036
SAB3037
TDA8400

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit (Eight D/ A Converters) ................................................................... .
Microcomputer Peripheral IC Tunes and Controls a TV Set (SAB3035) .............................................. .
FLL Tuning and Control Circuit .................................................................................................. .
FLL Tuning and Control Circuit (Four D/ A Converters) ................................................................... .
FLL Tuning Circuit With Prescaler .............................................................................................. .

4-50
4-61
4-65
4-75
4-86

PRESCALERS
SAB1164/65
SAB1256

1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler ......................................................................................................
1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler .................................................................................................... .

4-92
4-97

TUNER IC (MONOLITHIC)
TDA5030A
VHF Mixer-Oscillator Circuit (VHF Tuner IC) .................................................................................. 4-102
VHF, Hyperband, and UHF Mixer-Oscillator With IF Amp .................................................................. 4-106
TDA5230

Section 5 - Remote Control Systems
-

SAF1032P
SAF1039P
SAA3004
AN1731
SAA3006
SAA3027
SAA3028
TDA3047
TDA3048
AN 172
AN173

Remote Control Receiver................................................................................................ ..........
Remote Control Transmitter.......................................................................................................
IR Transmitter (448 Commands)..................................................................................................
Low Power Remote Control IR Transmitter and Receiver (SAA3004) ..................................................
IR Transmitter (2K Commands, Low Voltage).................................................................................
IR Transmitter (RC-5) ...............................................................................................................
IR Remote Control Transcoder With 12 C .................................. ...... ...............................................
IR Preamplifier........................................................................................................................
IR Preamplifier........................................................................................................................
Circuit Description of the IR Receiver TDA3047 /3048......................................................................
TDA3047 and TDA3048: Low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control Systems................................

5-3
5-3
5-13
5-20
5-29
5-38
5-47
5-52
5-56
5-60
5-62

Section 6 - Television Subsystems
TDA4501
TDA4502
TDA4503
TDA4505

Small-Signal
Small-Signal
Small-Signal
Small-Signal

Subsystem
Subsystem
Subsystem
Subsystem

IC for Color TV .......................................................................................
IC for Color TV With Video Switch ..............................................................
for Monochrome TV .................................................................................
IC for Color TV .................................. .....................................................

6-3
6-13
6-15
6-24

Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator, AFT, NPN Tuners ............................................ ........ ...............
Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator, AFT, PNP Tuners....................................................................
Mulitstandard Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator ..........................................................................

7-3
7-8
7-14

Section 7 - Video IF
TDA2540
TDA2541
TDA2549

Section 8 - Sound IF and Special Audio Decoding
TBA 120
TDA2545A
TDA2546A
TDA2555

IF Amplifier and Demodulator.....................................................................................................
Quasi-Split Sound IF System......................................................................................................
Quasi-Split Sound IF and Sound Demodulator ................................................. ,..............................
Dual TV Sound Demodulator......................................................................................................

8-3
8-8
8-11
8-15

Section 9 - SYNC Processing and Generation
TDA2577A
TDA2578A
AN162
AN1621
TDA2579
TDA2593
TDA2594
TDA2595
AN 158
TDA8432

February 1987

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver (With Negative Horizontal Output)..................................
Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver (With Negative Horizontal Output)..................................
A Versatile High-Resolution Monochrome Data and Graphics Display Unit............................................
TDA2578A and TDA3651 PCB Layout Directives ............................................................................
Synchronization Circuit (With Horizontal Output)..............................................................................
Horizontal Combination..............................................................................................................
Horizontal Combination..............................................................................................................
Horizontal Combination..............................................................................................................
Features of the TDA2595 Synchronization Processor.......................................................................
Deflection Processor With 12C Bus ..............................................................................................

1-4

9-3
9-14
9-25
9-30
9-31
9-41
9-46
9-51
9-57
9-62

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Volume 3: Video

Contents

Section 10- Color Decoding and Encoding
AN155/A
TDA3505
TDA3563
AN156
TDA3564
TDA3566
TDA3567
TDA4555/56
AN1551
TDA4565
TDA4570
TDA4580
TDA8442
TDA8443/8443A
TEA2000
AN1561

Multi-Standard Color Decoder With Picture Improvement .................................................................. 10-3
Chroma Control Circuit.............................................................................................................. 10-11
NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs ................................................................................................ 10-18
Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563 .................................................................................. 10-25
NTSC Decoder....................................................................................................................... . 10-38
PAL/NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs .......................................................................................... 10-47
NTSC Color Decoder................................................................................................................ 10-60
Multistandard Color Decoder ...................................................................................................... 10-67
Single-Chip Multi-Standard Color Decoder TDA4555/4556 .. ............................................................... 10-73
Color Transient Improvement Circuit (CTI) ..................................................................................... 10-82
NTSC Color Difference Decoder ................................................................................................. 10-86
Video Control Combination Circuit With Automatic Cut-off Control ...................................................... 10-91
Quad DAC With 12C Interface .................................................................................................... 10-101
RGBIYUV Switch ..................................................................................................................... 10-107
NTSC/PAL Color Encoder ......................................................................................................... 10-116
Applications of the TEA2000 Digital RGB Color Encoder .................................................................. 10-121

Section 11 - Special Purpose Video Processing
VIDEO MODULATOR/DEMODULATOR
TDA6800
Video Modulator Circuit.............................................................................................................
150MHz Phase-Locked Loop......................................................................................................
NE568

11-3
11-6

AID CONVERTERS
PNA7509
7-Bit AID Converter................................................................................................................. 11-14
AN108
An Amplifying. Level Shifting Interface for the PNA7509 Video AID Converter........ .............................. 11-20
8-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter.................................................................................................. 11-21
TDA5703
DI A CONVERTERS
NE5150/5151/5152
AN1081
PNA7518
TDA5702

Triple 4-Bit RGB Video D/A Converter With and Without Memory ......................................................
NE5150/51/52 Family of Video DI A Converters................................................. ............................
8-Bit Mulitplying DAC................................................................................................................
8-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converter..................................................................................................

SWITCHING
TDA8440

Video and Audio Switch IC........................................................................................................ 11-60

11-25
11-32
11-52
11-56

HIGH FREQUENCY AMPLIFIERS
Video
Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier ............................................................................................ 11-66
NE5204
Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier ............................................................................................ 11-77
NE/SAlSE5205
NE/SE5539
Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier .................................................................................... 11-89
Compensation Techniques for Use With the NE/SE5539 .................................................................. 11-97
AN140
Video
Amplifier ........................................................................................................................ 11-103
NE5592
Video Amplifier ........................................................................................................................ 11-109
NE/SE592
AN141
Using the NE592/5592 Video Amplifier ......................................................................................... 11-118
Differential Video Amplifier ......................................................................................................... 11-123
IlA733/C
CCD MEMORY
SAA9001

317K Bit CCD Memory ............................................................................................................. 11-129

Section 12 - Vertical Deflection
TDA2653A
TDA3651A13653
TDA3652
TDA3654

Vertical
Vertical
Vertical
Vertical

Deflection.................................................................................................................... 12-3
Deflection ...... ..... .......... ................ .......................................................... ..................... 12-9
Deflection.................................................................................................................... 12-16
Deflection Output Circuit................................................................................................. 12-20

Section 13 - Videotex/Teletext
AN153
AN154
SAA5025
SAA5030
SAA5040
SAA5045
SAA5050/55
SAA5230
SAA5350
AN152
February 1987

The 5-Chip Set Teletext Decoder ................................................................................................
Teletext Decoders: Keeping Up With the Latest Technology Advances................................................
Teletext Timing Chain for 525-Line System ...................................................................................
Teletext Video Input Processor................................................................................... ................
Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit................................................. .......... ............ ..................
Gearing and Address Logic Array for USA Teletext (GALA)..................................... .........................
Teletext Character Generator ......................................................................................................
Teletext Video Processor ...........................................................................................................
Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)........................................................................
SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controller .......................................................................................

1-5

13-3
13-8
13-14
13-25
13-32
13-44
13-48
13-61
13-67
13-89

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Volume 3: Video

Contents

Section 14 - SMPS for TVIMonitor
TDA2582
TEA 1039

Control Circuit for Power Supplies............................................................................................... 14-3
Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply............................................................................. 14-12

Section 15 - Packaging Information
Substrate Design Guidelines for Surface Mounted Devices............................................................................................
Test and Repair ...................................................................................................................................................
Fluxing and Cleaning .............................................................................................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermal Considerations for Surface-Mounted Devices...................................................................................................
Package Outlines for Prefixes ADC, AM, CA, DAC, LF, LM, MC, NE, SA, SE, SG, IJ.A, and ULN .........................................
Package Outlines for Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCD, PCF, PNA, SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TDA, TDD and TEA ...................

15-3
15-14
15-17
15-22
15-35
15-52

Section 16 - Sales Office Listings
Sales Office Listings .......................................................................................................................................... " .

February 1987

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16-3

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Alphanumeric
Product List

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Linear Products

Vol 1
ADC0801/2/3/4/5
ADC0820
AM6012
CA3089
DAC-08 Series
DAC800
HEF4750V
HEF4751V
ICM7555
LF198
LF298
LF398
LMlll
LM119
LM124
LMI39/A
LM158
LMI93/A
LM211
LM219
LM224
LM239/A
LM258
LM293/A
LM311
LM319
LM324
LM339/A
LM358
LM393/A
LM1870
LM2901
LM2903
MC1408-7
MC1408-8
MC1458
MC1488
MC1489/A
MC1496
MC1508-8
MC1558
MC3302
MC3303
MC3361
MC3403
MC3410
MC3410C
MC3503
MC3510
NE/SE521
NE/SE522
NE/SE527
NE/SE529
NE/SE530
NE/SE531
February 1987

8-Bit CMOS A/D Converter
8-Bit CMOS A/D Converter
12-Bit Multiplying 0/ A Converter
FM IF System
8-Bit High-Speed Multiplying 0/ A Converter
12-Bit 0/ A Converter
Frequency Synthesizer
Universal Divider
CMOS Timer
Sample-and-Hold Amplifier
Sample-and-Hold Amplifier
Sample-and-Hold Amplifier
Voltage Comparator
Dual Voltage Comparator
Low Power Quad Operational Amplifier
Quad Voltage Comparator
Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
Low Power Dual Voltage Comparator
Voltage Comparator
Dual Voltage Comparator
Low Power Quad Operational Amplifier
Quad Voltage Comparator
Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
Low Power Dual Voltage Comparator
Voltage Comparator
Dual Voltage Comparator
Low Power Quad Operational Amplifier
Quad Voltage Comparator
Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
Low Power Dual Voltage Comparator
Stereo Demodulator With Blend
Quad Voltage Comparator
Low Power Dual Voltage Comparator
8-Bit Multiplying D/ A Converter
8-Bit Multiplying D/ A Converter
General Purpose Operational Amplifier
Quad Line Driver
Quad Line Receivers
Balanced Modulator/Demodulator
8-Bit Multiplying D/ A Converter
General Purpose Operational Amplifier
Quad Voltage Comparator
Quad Low Power Operational Amplifier
Low Power FM IF
Quad Low Power Operational Amplifier
10-Bit High-Speed Multiplying D/ A Converter
10-Bit High-Speed Multiplying D/ A Converter
Quad Low Power Operational Amplifier
10-Bit High-Speed Multiplying D/ A Converter
High-Speed Dual Differential Comparator/Sense Amp
High-Speed Dual Differential Comparator/Sense Amp
Voltage Comparator
Voltage Comparator
High Slew Rate Operational Amplifier
High Slew Rate Operational Amplifier

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Vol 2

5-11
5-18
5-100
4-110
5-111
5-124
4-174
4-184
7-3
5-317
5-317
5-317
5-254
5-257
4-29
5-263
4-123
5-271
5-254
5-257
4-29
5-263
4-123
5-271
5-254
5-257
4-29
5-263
4-123
5-271
7-114

5-4
5-8
4-60

5-263
5-271
5-130
5-130
4-34
6-4
6-8
5-130
4-34
5-263
4-40

4-116
4-40
5-136
5-136
4-40
5-136
5-285
5-290
5·296
5·301
4-53
4-60

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Alphanumeric Product List

Vol 1
NE/SA532
NE/SE538
NE542
NE544
NE/SE555
NE/SAlSE556/1
NE/SA/SE558
NE/SE564
NE/SE565
NE/SE566
NE/SE567
NE568
NE570
NE/SA571
NE/SA572
NE575
NE587
NE589
NE590
NE591
NE/SE592
NE/SA594
NE602
NE604
NE605
NE612
NE614
NE645
NE646
NE648
NE649
NE650
NE/SE4558
NE/SE5018
NE/SE5019
NE5020
NE/SE5030
NE5034
NE5036
NE5037
NE5044
NE5045
NE5050
NE5060
NE5080
NE5081
NE5090
NE/SA/SE5105/A
NE/SE5118
NE/SE5119
NE5150
NE5151
NE5152
NE5170
NE5180
NE5181
NE5204
NE/SAlSE5205
NE/SA5212
NE/SA5230
NE5240
NE/SE5410
NE/SE5512
February 1987

Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
High Slew Rate Operational Amplifier
Dual Low-Noise Preamplifier
Servo Amplifier
Timer
Dual Timer
Quad Timer
Phase-Locked Loop
Phase-Locked Loop
Function Generator
Tone Decoder/Phase-Locked Loop
150MHz Phase-Locked Loop
Compandor
Compandor
Programmable Analog Compandor
Low Voltage Compandor
LED Decoder/Driver
LED Decoder/Driver
Addressable Peripheral Drivers
Addressable Peripheral Drivers
Video Amplifier
Vacuum Fluorescent Display Driver
Low Power VHF Mixer/Oscillator
Low Power FM IF System (Independent IF Amp)
Low Power FM IF System
Low Power VHF Mixer/Oscillator
Low Power FM IF System (Independent IF Amp)
Dolby Noise Reduction Circuit
Dolby Noise Reduction Circuit
Low Voltage Dolby Noise Reduction Circuit
Low Voltage Dolby Noise Reduction Circuit
Dolby B-Type Noise Reduction Circuit
Dual General Purpose Operational Amplifier
8-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
8-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
10-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
10-Bit High-Speed Microprocessor-Compatible AID
a-Bit High-Speed AID Converter
6-Bit AID Converter (Serial Output)
6-Bit AID Converter (Parallel Outputs)
Programmable Seven-Channel RC Encoder
Seven-Channel RC Decoder
Power Line Modem
Sample-and-Hold Circuit
High-Speed FSK Modem Transmitter
High-Speed FSK Modem Receiver
Addressable Relay Driver
12-Bit High-Speed Comparator
a-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
a-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
RGB Video D/ A Converter
RGB Video D/ A Converter
RGB Video D/ A Converter
Octal Line Driver
Octal Line Receiver
Octal Line Receiver
Wideband High Frequency Amplifier
Wideband High Frequency Amplifier
Transimpedance Amplifier
Low Voltage Operational Amplifier
Dolby Digital Audio Decoder
10-Bit High-Speed Multiplying D/ A Converter
Dual High Performance Operational Amplifier

1-8

Vol 2

Vol 3

4-123
4-68
7-167
8-34
7-47
7-32
7-38
4-257
4-291
4-304
4-313
4-333
4-357
4-357
4-364
4-373

4-46
4-69
4-119
4-142
4-90
4-146
7-230
7-230
7-235
7-235
7-240

11-6

6-49
6-59
6-34
6-34
4-231
6-74

11-109

4-178

4-201

4-48
5-144
5-150
5-156
5-31
5-36
5-43
5-50
8-4
8-16
5-26
5-322
5-44
5-48

5-14
5-21
5-21
4-3
4-14
5-63

6-28
5-277
5-164
5-169
5-181
5-181
5-181
6-14
6-21
6-21
4-155
4-166
4-267
4-109

7-226
5-208
4-75

11-25
11-25
11-25

11-66
11-77

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Vol 1
NE/SE5514
NE5517/A
NE5520
NE/SE5521
NE/SE5532/ A
NE5533/A
NE5534A
NE/SE5535
NE/SE5537
NE/SE5539
NE/SE5560
NE/SE5561
NE/SA/SE5562
NE5568
NE/SA/SE5570
NE5592
NE5900
OM821 0
PCD3310
PCD3311
PCD3312
PCD3315
PCD3360
PCF1303
PCF2100
PCF2111
PCF2112
PCF8200
PCF8566
PCF8570
PCF8571
PCF8573
PCF8574
PCF8576
PCF8577
PCF8582
PCF8591
PNA7509
PNA7518
SA532
SA534
SA556/1
SA558
SA571
SA572
SA594
SA723C
SA741C
SA747C
SA1458
SA5205
SA5212
SA5230
SA5534A
SA5562
SA5570
SAA1027
SAA1057
SAA1060
SAA1061
SAA1099
SAA3004,T
SAA3006
February 1987

Quad High Performance Operational Amplifier
Dual Operational Transconductance Amplifier
LVDT Signal Conditioner
LVDT Signal Conditioner
Internally-Compensated Dual Low-Noise Operational Amp
Single and Dual Low-Noise Operational Amp
Single and Dual Low-Noise Operational Amp
Dual High Slew Rate Op Amp
Sample-and-Hold Amplifier
Ultra High Frequency Operational Amplifier
Switched-Mode Power Supply Control Circuit
Switched-Mode Power Supply Control Circuit
SMPS Control Circuit, Single Output
Switched-Mode Power Supply Controller
Three-Phase Brushless DC Motor Driver
Video Amplifier
Call Progress Decoder
Speech Encoding and Editing System
Pulse and DTMF Dialer With Redial
DTMF/Modem/Musical Tone Generator
DTMF/Modem/Musical Tone Generator
CMOS Redial and Repertory Dialer
Programmable Multi-Tone Telephone Ringer
18-Element LCD Bar Graph LCD Driver
LCD Duplex Driver
LCD Duplex Driver
LCD Driver
Single-Chip CMOS Male/Female Speech Synthesizer
Universal LCD Driver for Low Multiplex Rates
256 X 8 Static RAM
1K Serial RAM
Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O
8-Bit Remote 110 Expander
Universal LCD Driver for Low Multiplex Rates
32/64 Segment LCD Driver for Automotive
12C CMOS EPROM (256 X 8)
8-Bit A/D and D/A Converter
7-Bit AID Converter
8-Bit Multiplying DAC
Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
Low Power Quad Operational Amplifier
Dual Timer
Quad Timer
Compandor
Programmable Analog Compandor
Vacuum Fluorescent Display Driver
Precision Voltage Regulator
General Purpose Operational Amplifier
Dual Operational Amplifier
General Purpose Operational Amplifier
Wide-band High Frequency Amplifier
Transimpedance Amplifier
Low Voltage Operational Amplifier
Single and Dual Low-Noise Operational Amp
SMPS Control Circuit, Single Output
Three-Phase Brushless DC Motor Driver
Stepper Motor Driver
PLL Radio Tuning Circuit
LED Display Interface
Output Port Expander
Stereo Sound Generator for Sound Effects and Music
IR Transmitter (448 Commands)
IR Transmitter (2K Commands, Low Voltage)

1-9

4-26

4-40
6-3
8-3
6-10
6-24
6-24
6-37
6-45

Vol 2
4-81
4-251
5-338
5-358
4-87
4-93
4-93
4-129
5-327
4-211
8-67
8-86
8-97
8-129
8-45
4-225

Vol 3

11-89

11-103

6-79
6-83
6-90
6-95
8-6
6-100

7-12
7-24
6-120
6-141

4-3
4-12
4-21
4-33

4-41
5-59
5-71
5-217
4-123
4-29
7-32
7-38

11-14
11-52

4-357
4-364

4-14
5-63

6-74
8-211
4-142
4-148
4-34
4-166
4-267
4-109
4-93
8-97
8-45
8-49

11-77

4-193
6-152
6-155
8-16
5-13
5-29

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Vol 1
SAA3027
SAA3028
SAA5025D
SAA5030
SAA5040
SAA5045
SAA5050
SAA5055
SAA5230
SAA5350
SAA7210
SAA7220
SAA9001
SAB1164
SAB1165
SAB1256
SAB3013
SAB3035
SAB3036
SAB3037
SAF1032P
SAF1039P
SE521
SE522
SE527
SE529
SE530
SE531
SE532
SE538
SE555
SE555C
SE556-1C
SE556/-1
SE558
SE564
SE565
SE566
SE567
SE592
SE4558
SE5018
SE5019
SE5030
SE5118
SE5119
SE5205
SE5212
SE5410
SE5512
SE5514
SE5521
SE5532/A
SE5534A
SE5535
SE5537
SE5539
SE5560
SE5561
SE5562
SE5570
SG1524C
SG2524C
February 1987

IR Transmitter
IR Remote Control Transcoder With 12C
Teletext Timing Chain for 525-Line System
Teletext Video Input Processor
Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit
Gearing and Address Logic Array (GALA)
Teletext Character Generator
Teletext Character Generator
Teletext Video Processor
Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)
Compact Disk Decoder
Digital Filter and Interpolator for Compact Disk
317k-Bit CCD Memory
1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler
1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler
1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler
Hex 6-Bit D/ A Converter
FLL Tuning and Control Circuit (Eight D/ A Converters)
FLL Tuning and Control Circuit
FLL Tuning and Control Circuit (Four D/ A Converters)
Remote Control Receiver
Remote Control Transmitter
High-Speed Dual Differential Comparator/Sense Amp
High-Speed Dual Differential Comparator/Sense Amp
Voltage Comparator
Voltage Comparator
High Slew Rate Operational Amplifier
High Slew Rate Operational Amplifier
Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
High Slew Rate Operational Amplifier
Timer
Timer
Dual Timer
Dual Timer
Quad Timer
Phase-Locked Loop
Phase-Locked Loop
Function Generator
Tone Decoder/Phase-Locked Loop
Video Amplifier
Dual General Purpose Operational Amplifier
8-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
8-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
10-Bit High-Speed Microprocessor-Compatible AID Converter
8-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
8-Bit Microprocessor-Compatible D/ A Converter
Wide-band High Frequency Amplifier
Transimpedance Amplifier
10-Bit High-Speed Multiplying D/ A Converter
Dual High Performance Operational Amplifier
Quad High Performance Operational Amplifier
LVDT Signal Conditioner
Internally-Compensated Dual Low-Noise Operational Amp
Single and Dual Low-Noise Operational Amp
Dual High Slew Rate Op Amp
Sample-and-Hold Amplifier
Ultra High-Frequency Operational Amplifier
Switched-Mode Power Supply Control Circuit
Switched-Mode Power Supply Control Circuit
SMPS Control Circuit, Single Output
Three-Phase Brushless DC Motor Driver
Improved SMPS Push-Pull Controller
Improved SMPS Push-Pull Controller

1-10

Vol 2

Vol 3
5-38
5-47
13-14
13-25
13-32
13-44
13-48
13-48
13-61
13-67

7-329
7-343
11-129
4-92
4-92
4-97
4-45
4-50
4-65
4-75
5-3
5-3

4-163
4-163
4-168

5-285
5-290
5-296
5-301
4-53
4-60
4-123
4-68
7-47
7-47
7-32
7-32
7-38
4-257
4-291
4-304
4-313
4-46

4-14
5-63

4-26

4-231
4-48
5-144
5-150
5-31
5-164
5-169
4-166
4-267
5-208
4-75
4-81
5-358
4-87
4-93
4-129
5-327
4-211
8-67
8-86
8-97
8-45
8-131
8-131

11-109

11-77

11-89

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Vol 1
SG3524
SG3524C
SG3526A
TBA120
TCA520
TDA100l B
TDA1005A
TDA10l0A
TDA10llA
TDA1013A
TDA1015
TDA1020
TDA1023
TDA1029
TDA1072A
TDA1074A
TDA1510
TDA1512
TDA1514
TDA1515A
TDA1520A
TDA1521
TDA1522
TDA1524A
TDA1534
TDA1535
TDA1540
TDA1541
TDA1574
TDA1576
TDA1578A
TDA1721
TDA2540
TDA2541
TDA2545A
TDA2546A
TDA2549
TDA2555
TDA2577A
TDA2578A
TDA2579
TDA2582
TDA2593
TDA2594
TDA2595
TDA2611A
TDA2653A
TDA3047,T
TDA3048,T
TDA3505
TDA3563
TDA3564
TDA3566
TDA3567
TDA3651A
TDA3652
TDA3653
TDA3654
TDA3810
TDA4501
TDA4502
TDA4503
February 19B7

SMPS Control Circuit
Improved SMPS Push-Pull Controller
Switched-Mode Power Supply Control Circuits
IF Amplifier and Demodulator
Operational Amplifier (Low Voltage)
Interference Suppressor
Frequency Multiplex PLL Stereo Decoder
6W Audio Amplifier With Preamplifier
2 to 6W Audio Power Amplifier With Preamplifier
4W Audio Amplifier With DC Volume Control
1 to 4W Audio Amplifier With Preamplifier
12W Audio Amplifier With Preamplifier
Time-Proportional Triac Trigger
Stereo Audio Switch
AM Receiver Circuit
DC-Controlled Dual Potentiometers
2 X 12W Audio Amplifier
12 to 20W Audio Amplifier
40W High-Performance Hi-Fi Amplifier
24W BTL Audio Amplifier
20W Hi-Fi Audio Amplifier
2 X 12W Hi-Fi Audio Power Amplifier
Stereo Cassette Preamplifier
Stereo-Tone/volume Control Circuit
14-Bit AID Converter, Serial Output
High Performance Sample and Hold Amplifier With Resolution to
16 Bits
14-Bit DAC - Serial Output
16-Bit Dual DI A Converter, Serial Output
FM Front End IC (VHF Mixer and Oscillator)
FM IF System
PLL Stereo Decoder
8-Bit Multiplying DI A Converter
Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator, AFT, NPN Tuners
Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator, AFT, PNP Tuners
Quasi-Split Sound IF System
Quasi-Split Sound IF and Sound Demodulator
Multistandard Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator
Dual TV Sound Demodulator
Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver
Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver
Synchronization Circuit
Control Circuit for Power Supplies
Horizontal Combination
Horizontal Combination
Horizontal Combination
5W Audio Output Amplifier
Vertical Deflection Circuit With Oscillator
IR Preamplifier
IR Preamplifier
Chroma Control Circuit
NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs
NTSC Decoder
PALINTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs
NTSC Color Decoder
Vertical Deflection
Vertical Deflection
Vertical Deflection
Vertical Deflection
Spatial, Stereo, Pseudo-Stereo Processor
Small Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV
Complete Video IF IC With Vertical and Horizontal Sync
Small Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

1-11

Vol 2

Vol 3

8-184
8-131
8-192
8-3
4-138
7-43
7-119
7-246
7-251
7-255
7-267
7-272
8-243
7-180
7-3
7-189
7-276
7-288
7-293
7-296
7-307
7-317
7-174
7-196
5-78

7-355
7-360
4-96
4-156
7-129

5-335
5-221
5-233

5-239
7-3
7-8
8-8
8-11
7-14
8-15
9-3
9-14
9-31
14-3
9-41
9-46
9-51
7-332
12-3
5-52
5-56
10-11
10-18
10-38
10-47
10-60
12-9
12-16
12-9
12-20
7-204
6-3
6-13
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Vol 1
TDA4505
TDA4555
TDA4565
TDA4570
TDA4580
TDA5030A
TDA5040
TDA5230
TDA5702
TDA5703
TDA5708
TDA5709
TDA6800
TDA7000
TDA7010T
TDA7021T
TDA7040T
TDA7050
TDA8400
TDA8432
TDA8440
TDA8442
TDA8443/A
TDA8444
TDD1742
TEAl 017
TEAl 039
TEA1046A
TEAl 060
TEA1061
TEAl 067
TEAl 068
TEA1075
TEAl 080
TEA2000
TEA5550
TEA5560
TEA5570
TEA5580
TEA5581
TEA6000
TEA6300
UC1842
UC2842
UC3842C
ULN2003
ULN2004

pA723
pA723C
1lA733
pA733/C
pA741
1lA741C
pA747
pA747C
pA758

February 1987

Small Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV
Multistandard Color Decoder
Color Transient Improvement Circuit (CTI)
NTSC Color Difference Decoder
Video Control Combination Circuit With Automatic Cut-Off Control
VHF Mixer-Oscillator (VHF Tuner IC)
Brushless DC Motor Driver
VHF/UHF Mixer-Oscillator
8-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converter
8-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter
Photo Diode Signal Processor
Radial Error Signal Processor
Video Modulator Circuil
Single-Chip FM Radio Circuit
Single-Chip FM Radio Circuit (SO Package)
Single Chip FM Radio Circuit
PLL Stereo Decoder (Low Voltage)
Low Voltage Mono/Stereo Power Amplifier
FLL Tuning Circuit With Prescaler
Deflection Processor With 12 C Bus
Video/Audio Switch
Quad DAC With 12 C Interface
RGB/YUV Switch Inputs
Octuple 6-Bit D/ A Converter With 12 C Bus
CMOS Frequency Synthesizer
13-Bit Serial-to-Parallel Converter
Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply
Transmission Interface With DTMF
Telephone Transmission Circuit With Dialer Interface
Telephone Transmission Circuit With Dialer Interface
Low Voltage Transmission IC With Dialer Interface
Low Voltage Transmission IC With Dialer Interface
DTMF Generator for Telephone Dialing
Supply IC for Telephone Peripherals
Digital RGB to NTSC/PAL Encoder
AM Radio Circuit
FM IF System
AM/FM Radio Receiver Circuit
PLL Stereo Decoder
PLL Stereo Decoder
FM IF System and Computer Interface· (MUSTI) Circuit
12 C Active Tone Controller With Source Inputs
Current Mode PWM Controller
Current Mode PWM Controller
Current Mode PWM Controller
High Voltage/Current Darlington Transistor Array
High Voltage/Current Darlington Transistor Array
Precision Voltage Regulator
Precision Voltage Regulator
Differential Video Amplifier
Differential Video Amplifier
General Purpose Operational Amplifier
General Purpose Operational Amplifier
Dual Operational Amplifier
Dual Operational Amplifier
FM Stereo Multiplex Decoder Phase-Locked Loop

1-12

Vol 2

Vol 3
6-24
10-67
10-82
10-86
10-91
4-102

4-102
8-57
4-106
5-243
5-84

4-106
11-56
11-21

7-366
7-368
11-3
7-49
7-85
7-90
7-138
7-326
4-220

4-86
9-62
11-60
10-101
10-107

7-210

5-247
4-226
6-158
8-203

14-12

6-53
6-65
6-65
6-76
6-114
6-125
6-135
10-116
7-26
7-96
7-34
7-144
7-147
7-104
7-216
8-216
8-216
8-216
6-42
6-42
8-211
8-211
4-245
4-245
4-142
4-142
4-148
4-148
7-154

11-123
11-123

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by Product Group

Linear Products

Vol 1

Vol 2

Vol 3

4·34
4·55
4·75
4·79
4·87
4·130
4-140

4-219
4-240

11-97
11-118

Signal Processing
AN140
AN141
AN198
AN1981
AN1982
AN199
AN1991

Compensation Techniques for Use With the SE/NE5539
Using the NE592/5592 Video Amplifier
Designing With SA/NE602
New Low Power Single Sideband Circuits (NE602)
Applying the Oscillator of the NE602 in Low Power Mixer Applications
Designing With the NE/SA604
Audio Decibel Level Detector With Meter Driver

4-189
4·199

Frequency Synthesis
AN196
AN197

Single·Chip Synthesizer For Radio Tuning
Analysis and Basic Application of the SAA1057 (VBA8101)

4·201
4-208

Phase-Locked Loops
AN177
AN178
AN179
AN180
AN1081
AN181
AN182
AN183
AN184
AN185
AN186
AN187
AN188

An Overview of Phase-Locked Loops (PLL)
Modeling the PLL
Circuit Description of the NE564
The NE564: Frequency Synthesis
10.8MHz FSK Decoder With the NE564
A 6MHz FSK Converter Design Example for the NE564
Clock Regenerator With Crystal Controlled Phase-Locked VCO
Circuit Description of the NE565
Typical Applications With NE565
Circuit Description of the NE566
Waveform Generators With the NE566
Circuit Description of the NE567 Tone Decoder
Selected Circuits Using the NE567

4·236
4·241
4-266
4-273
4·277
4-280
4·282
4-297
4-301
4·309
4-310
4-325
4-330

Applications for Compandors: NE570/571/SA571
Automatic Level Control: NE572
Compandor Cookbook

4-341
4-372
4·350

Compandors
AN174
AN175
AN176

Line Drivers/Receivers
AN113
AN195
AN1950
AN1951

Applications Using the MC1488/1489 Line Drivers and Receivers
Applications Using the NE5080/5081
Exploring the Possibilities in Data Communications
NE5050: Power Line Modem Application Board Cookbook

5-11
5-52
5·60
5-30

Telephony
AN1942
AN1943

TEA 1067: Application of the Low Voltage Versatile Transmission Circuit
TEA 1067: Supply of Peripheral Circuits With the TEA 1067 Speech Circuit

6·88
6-108

TDA1072A: Integrated AM Receiver
Designing With the SAlNE602
New Low Power Single Sideband Circuits (NE602)
Applying the Oscillator of the NE602 in Low Power Mixer Applications
Stereo Decoder Applications Using the I1A 758
A Complete FM Radio on a Chip
TDA7000 for Narrow-Band FM·Reception
Designing With the SA/NE604
Audio Decibel Level Detector With Meter Driver (NE604)

7·15
4·75
4-79
4·87
7-159
7·54
7·69
7-130
7-140

Radio Circuits
AN1961
AN198
AN1981
AN1982
AN191
AN192
AN193
AN199
AN1991
February 1987

1-13

6-11

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Vol 1

Vol 2

Vol 3

Audio Circuits

AN148
AN1481
AN149
AN1491
AN190

Audio Amplifier With TDA 1013
Car Radio Audio Power Amplifiers up to 20W With the TDA 1515
20W Hi-Fi Power Amplifier With the TDA 1520A
Car Radio Audio Power Amplifiers up to 24W With the TDA1510
Applications of Low Noise Stereo Amplifiers: NE542

7-258
7·300
7-312
7-280
7-171

Operational Amplifiers

AN142
AN144
AN1441
AN1511
AN160
AN164
AN165
AN166

Audio Circuits Using the NE5532/33/34
Applications for the NE5512 and NE5514
Applications for the NE5514
Low Voltage Gated Generator: NE5230
Applications for the MC3403
Explanation of Noise
Integrated Operational Amplifier Theory
Basic Feedback Theory

4-101
4-78
4-84
4-121
4-45
4-8
4-18
4-25

High Frequency Amps

AN199
AN1991

Designing With the NE/SA604
Audio Decibel Level Detector With Meter Driver

4-130
4-140

4-189
4-199

4-34
4-55

4-219
4-240

Video Amps

AN140
AN141

Compensation Techniques for Use With the SEINE5539
Using the NE592/5592 Video Amplifier

11-97
11-118

Transconductance

AN145

4-264

NE5517: General Description and Applications for Use With the NE5517 I A
Transconductance Amplifier

Data Conversion

AN100
AN10l
AN105
AN106
AN108
AN1081
AN109
AN110

An Overview of Data Converters
Basic DACs
Digital Attenuator
Using the DAC08 Without a Negative Supply
An Amplifiying, Level Shifting Interface for the PNA7507 Video DI A Converter
NE5150/51/52: Family of Video D/A Converters
Microprocessor-Compatible DACs
Monolithic 14-Bit DAC With 85dB SIN Ratio

5-3
5-91
5-98
5-123
5-77
5-188
5-174
5-226

Applications for the NE521 1522/5271529

5-306

Comparators

ANl16

Position Measurement

AN118
AN1181
AN1182

LVDT Signal Conditioner: Applications Using the NE5520
NE5521 in a Modulated Light Source Design Application
NE5521 in Multi-faceted Applications

5-343
5-363
5-367

Line Drivers/Receivers

ANl13

Applications Using the MC1488/1489 Line Drivers and Receivers

5-11

6-11

Display Drivers

ANl12
LED Decoder Drivers: Using the NES87 and NE589
Serlal-to-Parallel Converters
AN103

13-Bit Serial-to-Parallel Converter

6-68
6-163

Timers

AN170
AN171

February 1987

NE555 and .NE556 Applications
NE558 Applications

7-53
7-42

1·14

11-20
11-32

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Vol 1

Vol 2

Vol 3

Motor Control and Sensor Circuits
AN127
AN131
AN1311
AN132
AN133
AN1341

Using the SAA 1027 With Airpax Four-Phase Stepper Motors
Applications Using the NE5044 Encoder
Low Cost AID Conversion Using the NE5044
Applications Using the NE5045 Decoder
Applications Using the NE544 Servo Amplifier
Control System for Home Computer Robotics

8-52
8-12
8-14
8-22
8-40
8-23

Switched-Mode Power Supply
AN120
AN121
AN122
AN123
AN124
AN125
AN126
AN1261
AN128
AN1291

An Overview of SMPS
Forward Converter Application Using the NE5560
NE5560 Push-Pull Regulator Application
NE5561 Applications
External Synchronization for the NE5561
Progress in SMPS Magnetic Component Optimization
Applications Using the SG3524
High Frequency Ferrite Power Transformer and Choke
Introduction to the Series-Resonant Power Supply
TDA 1023: Design of Time-Proportional Temperature Controls

8-62
8-82
8-83
8-91
8-96
8-225
8-190
8-138
8-235
8-251

Tuning Circuits
AN157

Microcomputer Peripheral IC Tunes and Controls a TV Set: SAB3035

4-61

Remote Control System
AN172
AN173
AN1731

Circuit Description of the Infrared Receiver TDA3047/TDA3048
Low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control Systems
SAA3004: Low Power Remote Control IR Transmitter and Receiver
Preamplifiers

5-60
5-62
5-20

Synch Processing and Generator
AN158
AN162
AN1621

Features of the TDA2595 Synchronization Processor
A Versatile High-Resolution Monochrome Data and Graphics
Directives for a Print Layout Design on Behalf of the
IC Combination TDA2578A and TDA3651
Color Decoding and Encoding

AN155/A
AN1551
AN156
AN1561

Multi-Standard Color Decoder With Picture Improvement
Single-Chip Multi-Standard Color Decoder TDA4555/4556
Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563
Application of the TEA2000 Color Encoder

9-57
9-25
9-30
10-3
10-73
10-25
10-121

Videotex/Teletext
AN152
AN153
AN154

February 1987

A Single-Chip CRT Controller
The 5 Chip Set Teletext Decoder
Teletext Decoders: Keeping up With the Latest Technology Advances

1-15

13-89
13-3
13-8

•

Application Notes
by Part Numbers

Signetics

Linear Products

DAC08
MC1488
MC1489/A
MC1496/1596

AN106:
ANl13:
ANl13:
AN189:

MC3403
NE5044

AN160:
AN131:
AN1311:
AN1341:
AN132:
AN1951:

NE5045
NE5050
NE5080/5081

NE5517

AN195:
AN1950:
AN1081:
ANl16:
ANl16:
AN1511:
ANl16:
ANl16:
AN1511:
AN190:
AN133:
AN144:
AN1441:
AN145:

NE5520

ANl18:

NE5521

ANl181:

NE5532/33/34
NE5539

ANl182:
AN142:
AN140:

NE5150/51 152
NE521
NE522
NE5230
NE527
NE529
NE531
NE542
NE544
NE5512/5514

NE555
NE556
NE/SE5560

AN170:
AN170:
AN121:
AN122:
AN125:

NE/SE5561

AN123:
AN124:
AN125:

NE/SE5562

AN125:

NE/SE5568

AN125:

NE558
NE564

AN171:
AN 179:
AN180:
AN1801:
AN181:

February 1987

Using the DAC08 Without a Negative Supply
Using the MC1488/89 Line Drivers and Receivers
Using the MC1488/89 Line Drivers and Receivers
Balanced Modulator/Demodulator Applications Using
the MC1496/1596
Applications for the MC3403
Applications Using the NE5044 Encoder
Low Cost AID Conversion Using the NE5044
Control System for Home Computer and Robotics
Applications Using the NE5045 Decoder
NE5050: Power Line Modem Application Board
Cookbook
Applications Using the NE5080. NE5081
Exploring the Possibilities in Data Communications
NE5150/51/52 Family of Video D/A Converters
Applications for the NE521/522/527/529
Applications for the NE521/522/527/529
Low Voltage Gated Generator: NE5230
Applications for the NE521/522/527/529
Applications for the NE521/522/527/529
Low Voltage Gated Generator: NE5230
Applications of Low Noise Stereo Amplifiers: NE542
Applications Using the NE544 Servo Amplifier
Applications for the NE5512
Applications for the NE5514
NE5517: General Description and Applications for
Use With the NE55171 A Transconductance Amplifier
LVDT Signal Conditioner: Applications Using the
NE5520
NE5521 in a Modulated Light Source Design
Application
NE5521 in Multi-faceted Applications
Audio Circuits Using the NE5532/33/34
Compensation Techniques for Use With the
SE/NE5539
NE555 and NE556 Applications
NE555 and NE556 Applications
Forward Converter Application Using the NE6560
NE5560 Push-Pull Regulator Application
Progress in SMPS Magnetic Component
Optimization
NE5561 Applications
External Synchronization for the NE5561
Progress in SMPS Magnetic Component
Optimization
Progress in SMPS Magnetic Component
Optimization
Progress in SMPS Magnetic Component
Optimization
NE558 Applications
Circuit Description of the NE564
The NE564: Frequency Synthesis
10.8MHz FSK Decoder With the NE564
A 6MHz FSK Converter Design Example for the
NE564

1-16

Vol 1

Vol 2

5-11
5-11

5-123
6-11
6-11

Vol 3

4-64
4-45
8-12
8-14
8-23
8-22
5-30
5-52
5-60
5-188
5-306
5-306
4-121
5-306
5-306
4-121

11-32

7-171
8-40
4-78
4-84
4-264
5-343
5-363
5-367
4-101
4-34

4-219
7-53
7-53
8-82
8-83
8-225
8-91
8-96
8-225
8-225
8-225
7-42

4-266
4-273
4-277
4-280

11-97

Signetics linear Products

I

II

Application Notes by Part Numbers

Vol 1

NE564

AN182:

NE565

AN183:
AN184:
AN185:
AN186:
AN187:
AN188:
AN174:
AN 175:
ANl12:
AN141:
AN198:
AN1981:
AN1982:

NE566
NE567
NE570/571/SA571
NE572
NES87/589
NE592/5592
NE/SA602

NE/SA604

AN199:
AN1991:

PCF8570

AN167:

PNA7509

AN108:

SAA1027

AN127:

SAA1057
SAA3004

AN196:
AN197:
AN1731:

SAA5025D
SAA5030
SAA5040
SAA5045
SAA5050
SAA5230

AN153:
AN153:
AN153:
AN153:
AN153:
AN154:

SAA5240

AN154:

SAA5350
SAB3035

AN152:
AN157:

SG1524C

AN1261:

SG3524C

AN1261:
AN125:

TDA1013A
TDA1023
TDA1072A
TDA1510

AN126:
AN148:
AN1291:
AN1961:
AN1491:

TDA1515

AN1481:

TDA1520A
TDA1540
TDA2578

AN149:
AN110:
AN1621:

TDA2595
TDA2595

AN158:
AN162:

February 1987

Clock Regenerator With Crystal Controlled
Phase-Locked VCO
Circuit Description of the NE565
FSK Demodulator With NE565
Circuit Description of the NE566
Waveform Generators With the NE566
Circuit Description of the NE567 Tone Decoder
Selected Circuits Using the NE567
Applications for Compandors: NE570/571/SA571
Automatic Level Control: NE572
LED Decoder Drivers: Using the NE587 and NE589
Using the NE592/5592 Video Amplifier
Designing With the NE/SA602
New Low Power Single Sideband Circuits (NE602)
Applying the Oscillator of the NE602 in Low Power
Mixer Applications
Designing With the NE/SA604
Audio Decibel Level Detector With Meter Driver
(NE602)
PCF8570: Twisted-Pair Bus Carries Speech, Data,
Text and Images
An Amplifying, Level Shifting Interface for the
PNA7509 Video 0/ A Converter
Using the SAA 1027 With Airpax Four-Phase Stepper
Motors
Single-Chip Synthesizer for Radio Tuning
Analysis and Basic Application of the SAA1057
SAA3004: Low Power Remote Control IR
Transmitter and Receiver Preamplifiers
The 5 Chip Set Teletext Decoder
The 5 Chip Set Teletext Decoder
The 5 Chip Set Teletext Decoder
The 5 Chip Set Teletext Decoder
The 5 Chip Set Teletext Decoder
Teletext Decoders: Keeping Up With the Latest
Technology Advances
Teletext Decoders: Keeping Up With the Latest
Technology Advances
SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controlier
Microcomputer Peripheral IC Tunes and Controls a
TV Set
High Frequency Ferrite Power Transformer and
Choke
High Frequency Ferrite Power Transformer and
Choke
Progress in SMPS Magnetic Component
Optimization
Applications Using the SG3524
Audio Amplifier With TDA1013A
Design of Time-Proportional Temperature Controls
TDA 1072A: Integrated AM Receiver
Car Radio Audio Power Amplifiers Up to 24W With
the TDA1510
Car Radio Audio Power Amplifiers Up to 20W With
the TDA1515
20W Hi-Fi Power Amplifier With the TDA1520A
Monolithic 14-Bit DAC With 85dB SIN Ratio
Directives for a Print Layout Design on Behalf of
the IC Combination TDA2578A and TDA3651
Features of the TDA2595 Synchronization Processor
A Versatile High-Resolution Monochrome Data and
Graphics Display Unit

1-17

Vol 2

Vol 3

6-68
4-240

11-118

4-282
4-297
4-301
4-309
4-310
4-325
4-330
4-341
4-372
4-55
4-75
4-79
4-87
4-130

4-189

4-140

4-199

5-77

11-20

8-52
4-201
4-208
5-20
13-3
13-3
13-3
13-3
13-3
13-8
13-8
13-89
4-61
8-138
8-138
8-225
8-190
7-258
8-251
7-15
7-280
7-300
7-312
5-226
9-30
9-57
9-25

Signetics Linear Products

Application Notes by Part Numbers

Vol 1
TDA2653

AN162

TDA3047

AN172:
AN173:

TDA3048

AN172:
AN173:

TDA3505

AN155/A:

TDA3563
TDA3651

AN156:
AN1621:

TDA4555

AN155/A:
AN1551:

TDA7000
TEA1017
TEA1067

AN192:
AN193:
AN103:
AN1942:
AN1943:

TEA2000
p.A758

February 1987

AN1561:
AN191:

A Versatile High-Resolution Monochrome Data and
Graphics Display Unit
Circuit Description of the Infrared Receiver
Low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control
Systems
Circuit Description of the Infrared Receiver
Low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control
Systems
Multi-Standard Color Decoder With Picture
Improvement
Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563
Directives for a Print Layout Design on Behalf of
the IC Combination TDA2578A and TDA3651
Multi"Standard Color Decoder With Picture
Improvement
Single-Chip Multi-Standard Color Decoder TDA4555/
4556
A Complete FM Radio on a Chip
TDA7000 for Narrowband FM Reception
13-Bit Serial-to-Parallel Converter
TEA 1067: Application of the Low Voltage Versatile
Transmission Circuit
TEA 1067: Supply of Peripheral Circuits With the
TEA 1067 Speech Circuit
Application of the TEA2000 Color Encoder
Stereo Decoder Applications Using the p.A758

1-18

Vol 2

Vol 3
9-25
5-60
5-62
5-60
5-62
10-30
10-25
9-30
10-3
10-73

7-54
7-69

6-88
6-108
10-121
7-159

Signetics

Outline:
Volume 1
Communications

Linear Products

Preface
Product Status
Section 1:

GENERAL INFORMATION

Section 2:

QUALITY AND RELIABILITY

Section 3:

12 C SMALL AREA NETWORKS

Section 4:

RF COMMUNICATIONS
Signal Processing
Frequency Synthesis
Phase-Locked Loops
Compandors

Section 5:

DATA COMMUNICATIONS
Line Drivers/Receivers
Modems
Fiber Optics

Section 6:

TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Compandors
Phase-Locked Loops
Telephony

Section 7:

RADIO/AUDIO
Radio Circuits
Audio Circuits
Compact Disk

Section 8:

SPEECH/ AUDIO SYNTHESIS

Section 9:

PACKAGE INFORMATION

Section 10: SALES OFFICES

February 1987

1-19

Signetics

Outline:
Volume 2
Industrial

Linear Products

Preface
Product Status
Section 1:

GENERAL INFORMATION

Section 2:

QUALITY AND RELIABILITY

Section 3:

12 C SMALL AREA NETWORKS

Section 4:

AMPLIFIERS
Operational
High Frequency
Transconductance
Fiber Optics

Section 5:

DATA CONVERSION
Analog-to-Digital
Digital-to-Analog
Comparators
Sample-and-Hold
Position Measurement

Section 6:

INTERFACE
Line Drivers/Receivers
Peripheral Drivers
Display Drivers
Serial-to-Parallel Converters

Section 7:

TIMERS

Section 8:

POWER CONVERSION/CONTROL

Section 9:

PACKAGE INFORMATION

Section 10: SALES OFFICES

February 1987

1-20

Cross Reference Guide

Signetics

Pin·for·Pin Functionally·Compatlble*
Cross Reference by Competitor
Linear Products

Competitor
Signetics
Competitor Part Number Part Number

Temperature
Range ('C)
Package

AMO

o to

Oatel

Exar

Fairchild

AM6012DC
DAC-OSAQ
DAC-OSCN
DAC-OSCQ
DAC-OSEN
DAC-OSEQ
DAC-OSHN
DAC-OSHQ
DAC-OSQ
LF19SH
LF19SH
LF39SH
LF39SH
LF39SL
LF39SL
LF39SN
LF39SN
AM-453-2
AM-453-2C
AM-453-2M
DAC-UP10BC
DAC-UPSBC
DAC-UPSBM
DAC-UPSBQ

AM6012F
DAC-OSAF
DAC-OSCN
DAC-OSCF
DAC-OSEN
DAC-OSEF
DAC-OSHN
DAC-OSHF
DAC-OSF
LF19SH
SE5537H
LF39SH
NE5537H
LF39SD
NE5537D
LF39SN
NE5537N
NE5534/AF
NE5534/AF
SE5534/AF
NE5020N
NE501SN
SE5019F
SE5018F

-55
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
-55
-55
-55
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
-55
o to
o to
-55
-55

+70
to + 125
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
to + 125
to + 125
to + 125
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
to + 125
+70
+70
to + 125
to 125

o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70

Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic

fJAOSO/DA
fJAOS01CDC
fJAOS01CPC
fJAOS01EDC
fJAOS01EPC
fJA145STC
fJA14SBDC
fJA14SSPC
fJA14S9/A PC
fJA14B9/A PC
fJA19SHM
fJA19SRM

o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70

Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Metal Can
Plastic

-40
-40
o to
o to
o to
-40
-40
o to
o to
o to
o to
-55
-55
o to
o to

to +S5
to +B5
+70
+70
+70
to +B5
to +S5
+70
+70
+70
+70
to +125
to +125
+70
+70

Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Metal Can
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic

fJA723DC
fJA723DM
fJA723HC
fJA723PC
fJA733DC
fJA733DM
fJA733PC
fJA741NM
fJA741RC
fJA741TC
fJA747DC
fJA747PC
fJA9667DC
fJA9667PC
fJA966BDC
fJA966BPC

o to
-55
o to
o to
o to
-55
o to
-55
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to

+70
to +125
+70
+70
+70
to +125
+70
to +125
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70

Ceramic
Ceramic
Metal Can
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic

Harris

HA-2539
HA-2420-2IBB
HA-2425N
HA-2425B
HAI-5102-2
HAI-5135-2
HAI-5135-5
HA3-51 02-5
HAI-5202-5
HA-5320B

NE5539
SE5060F
NE5060N
NE5060F
SE5532/AF
SE5534/AF
NE5534/AF
NE5532/AN
NE5532/AF
NE5060F

o to
-55
o to
o to
-55
-55
o to
o to
o to
o to

+70
to + 125
+70
+70
to +125
to +125
+70
+70
+70
+70

Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic

Interall

ADCOB03LCD ADCOB03-1 LCF -40 to + S5
ADCOS04
ADCOS04-1 CN o to +70
ADCOS05
ADCOS05-1 LCN -40 to + S5

Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic

Motorola

DAC-OSCD
DAC-OSCQ
DAC-OSED
DAC-OSEF
DAC-OSHQ
DAC-OSQ

Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic

fJA2901DC
fJA2901PC
fJA311RC
fJA324DC
fJA324PC
fJA3302DC
fJA3302PC
fJA339/ADC
fJA339/APC
fJA3403DC
fJA3403PC
fJA39SHC
fJA39BRC
fJA555TC
fJA556PC

1·21

Temperature
Range ('C)
Package

LM2901F
LM2901N
LM311F
LM324F
LM324N
MC3302F
MC3302N
LM339/AF
LM339/AN
MC3403F
MC3403N
SE5537H
SE5537N
NE555N
NE556-1N,
NE556N
fJA723CF
fJA723F
fJA723CH
fJA723CN
fJA733F
fJA733F
fJA733N
fJA741N
fJA741CF
fJA741CN
fJA747CF
fJA747CN
ULN2003F
ULN2003N
ULN2004F
ULN2004N

Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Metal Can
Metal Can
Metal Can
Metal Can
SO
SO
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic

XR-5532/A N NE5532/AF
XR-5532/A P NE5532/AN
XR-L567CN
NE567F
XR-L567CP
NE567N
XR-55341 A CN NE55341 AF
XR-55341 A CP NE55341 AN
XR-5534/A M SE5534/AF
XR-558CN
NE55SF
XR-55SCP
NE55SN
XR-55SM
SE55SF
XR-1524N
SG3524F
XR-1524P
SG3524N
XR-2524P
SG3524N
XR-3524N
SG3524F
XR-3524P
SG3524N
DAC-OBF
MC140SF
MC140SN
DAC-OBEF
DAC-OSAF
MC145SN
MC14S8F
MC14SBN
MC14S9/AF
MC1489/AN
NE5537H
NE5537N

Competitor
Signetics
Competitor Part Number Part Number

DAC-OSCN
DAC-OSCF
DAC-OSEN
DAC-OSEF
DAC-OBHF
DAC-OSF

o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125

Signetics Linear Products

Cross Reference Guide

Competitor
Signetics
Competitor Part Number Part Number

MC3510L
NE592F
NE592F
NE592N
NE565N
SE592F
SE592F
SE592H

LM2901N
LM311F
LM311N
LM324F
LM324N
LM339/AF
LM339/AN
LM35BN
LM393/AF
LM393/AN
MC140BF
MC140BN
MC14BBF
MC14BBN
MC14B9/AF
MC14B9/AN
MC1496F
MC1496N
MC3302F
MC3302N
MC3361D
MC3361N
MC3403F
MC3403N
MC3410CF
MC341OF
NE5410F
SE5410F
NE592F·B
NE592F·14
NE592N
NE565N
SE592F·B
SE592F·14
SE592H

-40 to +B5
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to.+70
o to +70
o to +70
-40 to +B5
-40 to +B5
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125

Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
SO
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Metal Can

ADCOB03F
ADCOB03N
ADCOB05
ADCOB20BCN
ADCOB20CCN
ADCOB20BCD
ADCOB20CCD
ADCOB20BD
ADCOB20CD
DACOBOOLCJ
DACOBOOLJ
DACOBOOLCN
DACOB01LCJ
DACOB01LCN
DACOB02LJ
DACOB02LCJ
DACOB02LCN
DACOB06LCJ
DACOB06LCN
DACOB07LCJ
DACOB07LCN
DACOBOBLCJ

ADCOB03·1 LCF
ADCOB03·1 LCN
ADCOB05·1 LCN
ADCOB20BNEN
ADCOB20CNEN
ADCOB20BSAN
ADCOB20CSAN
ADC0820BSEF
ADCOB20CSEF
DAC·OBEF
DAC·OBF
DAC·OBEN
DAC·OBCF
DAC·OBCN
DAC·OBAF
DAC·OBHF
DAC-OBHN
MCI40B·6F
MCI40B·6N
MCI40B·7F
MCI40B·7N
MC140BF

-40 to +B5
-40 to +B5
- 40 to + B5
o to +70
o to +70
-40 to +B5
-40 to +B5
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
o to +70
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70

Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic

LM2901N
LM311J·B
LM311N
LM324J
LM324N
LM339/A J
LM339/A N
LM35BN
LM393A/J
LM393A1N
MC140BL
MC140BP
MC14BBL
MC14BBP
MC14B9/A L
MC14B9/A P
MC1496L
MC1496P
MC3302L
MC3302P
MC3361D
MC3361P
MC3403L
MC3403P
MC3410CL
MC3410L

National

Temperature
Range (OC)
Package

Competitor
Signetics
Competitor Part Number Part Number
DACOBOBLCN
DACOBOBLD
LF19BH
LF39BH
LF39BN
LM13600AN
LM13600N
LM145BN
LM161H
LM161J
LM2524J
LM2524N
LM2901N
LM2903N
LM30B9
LM319J
LM319N
LM324J
LM324N
LM324AD
LM324AN
LM339/AJ
LM339/AN
LM3524J
LM3524N
LM35BH
LM35BN
LM361H
LM361J
LM361N
LM393/AN
LM555J
LM555N
LM556J
LM556N
LM556CJ
LM556CN
LM565CN
LM566N
LM566CN
LM567CN
LM733CN
LM741CJ
LM741CN
LM741J
LM741N
LM747CJ
LM747CN
LM747J
LM747N
UC3B42D
UC3B42J
UC3B42N
UC2B42D
UC2B42J
UC2B42N
UC1B42J
UC1B42N

1-22

MC140BN
MC140BF
SE5537H
NE5537H
NE5537N
NE5517N
NE5517N
MC145BN
SE529H
SE529F
SG3524F
SG3524N
LM2901N
LM2903N
CA30B9N
LM319F
LM319N
LM324F
LM324N
LM324AD
LM324AN
LM339/AF
LM339/AN
SG3524F
SG3524N
LM35BH
LM35BN
NE529H
NE529D
NE529N
LM393/AN
NE555F
NE555N
SE556·1F
SE556·1N
NE556·1F
NE556·1N
NE565N
SE566N
NE566N
NE567N
I1A733CN
/1A741CF
/1A741CN
/1A741F
/1A741N
I1A747CF
/1A747CN
!1747F
/1A747N
UC3B42D
UC3B42FE
UC3B42N
UC2B42D
UC2B42FE
UC2842N
UC1B42FE
UC1B42N

Temperature
Range (OC)
Package

o to
o to

+70
+70
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
-40 to +B5
-40 to +B5
-55 to +125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
-55 to +125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to +125
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to +125
-55 to + 125
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
o to +70
-55 to + 125
-55 to +125

Plastic
Ceramic
Metal Can
Metal Can
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Metal Can
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Metal Can
Plastic
Metal Can
SO
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic

Signetics Linear Products

Cross Reference Guide

Competitor
Signetics
Competitor Part Number Part Number

Temperature
Range (OC)
Package

NEC

IIPC1571C

NE571N

010 +70

PMI

CMP-05GP
CMP-05CZ
CMP-05BZ
CMP-05GZ
CMP-05FZ
DAC1408A-6P
DAC1408A-6Q
DAC1408A-7N
DAC1408A-7Q
DAC1408A-8N
DAC1408A-8Q
DAC1508A-8Q
DAC312FR
OP27BZ
OP27CZ
PM747Y
SMP-10AY
SMP-10EY
SMP-11AY
SMP-11EY

NE5105N
SE5105F
SE5105F
SA5105N
SA5105N
MC1408-6N
MC1408-6F
MC1408-7N
MC1408-7F
MC1408-8N
MC1408-8F
MC1408-8F
AM6012F
SE5534AFE
SE5534FE
1!A747N
SE5060F
NE5060N
SE5060F
NE5060N

o to

RC4805DE
RC4805EDE
RM4805DE
RM4805ADE
RC55321 A DE
RC55321 A NB
RC55341 A DE
RC55341 A NB
RM55321 A DE
RM55341 A DE

NE5105N
NE5105AN
SE5105F
SE5105AF
NE55321 AF
NE55321AN
NE55341 AF
NE55341 AN
SE55321 AF
SE55341 AF

Silicon
General

SG3524J
SG3526N

Sprague

Raytheon

TI

Plastic

-55
-55
-40
-40
to
to
to
to
to
to
-55
to
-55
-55
-55
-55
to
-55
to

+70
Plastic
to + 125 Ceramic
to + 125 Ceramic
to +85
Plastic
to +85
Plastic
+70
Plastic
+70
Ceramic
+70
Plastic
+70
Ceramic
+70
Plastic
+70
Ceramic
to + 125 Ceramic
+70
Ceramic
to + 125 Ceramic
to + 125 Ceramic
to + 125 Plastic
to + 125 Ceramic
+70
Plastic
to + 125 Ceramic
+70
Plastic

-55
-55
to
to
to
to
-55
-55

+70
+70
to + 125
to +125
+70
+70
+70
+70
to + 125
to + 125

Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic

SG3524F
SG3526N

o to
o to

+70
+70

Ceramic
Plastic

UDN6118A
UDN6118R
ULN8142M
ULN8160A
ULN8160R
ULN8161M
ULN8168M
ULN8564A
ULNB564R
ULS8564R

SA594N
SA594F
UC3842N
NE5560N
NE5560F
NE5561N
NE5568N
NE564N
NE564F
SE564F

-40
-40
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
-55

to +85
to +85
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
to +125

Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic

ADC0803N
ADCOB04CN
ADCOB05N
LM111J
LM311D

ADC0803-1 LCN - 40 to + 85
ADCOB04-1 CN
to +70
ADCOB05-1 LCN -40 to +85
LM111F
-55 to + 125
to +70
LM311D

Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic

o
o
o
o
o
o
o

o

o
o to
o to
o
o
o
o

o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o

Signetics
Competitor
Competitor Part Number Part Number

Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic

Ceramic

Unitrode

Temperature
Range (OC)
Package

LM311J
LM311JG
LM324D
LM324J
LM339/AJ
LM339/AN
LM358P
LM393/A P
MC1458P
NE5532/A JG
NE5532/A P
NE5534/A JG
NE5534/A P
NE555JG
NE555P
NE556D
NE556J
NE556N
NE592
NE592A
NE592J
NE592N
SA556D
SE5534/A JG
SE555JG
SE556J
SE556N
SE592
SE592J
SE592N
SN55107AJ
SN55108AJ
SN75107AJ
SN75107AN
SN75108AJ
SN75108AN
SN75188J
SN75188N
SN75189AJ
SN75189AN
SN751B9J
SN75189N
TL592A
TL592P
1!A723CJ
IIA723CN
1!A723MJ
1!A723MU

LM311F
LM311FE
LM324N
LM324F
LM339/AF
LM339/AN
LM358N
LM393/AN
MC1458N
NE5532/AF
NE5532/AN
NE5534/AF
NE5534/AN
NE555N
NE555N
NE556N
NE556-1F
NE556-1N
NE592N14
NE592F14
NE592F
NE592N-14
SA556N
SE5534/AF
SE555N
SE556-1F
SE556-1N
SE592N14
SE592F-14
SE592N-14
NE521F
SE522F
NE521F
NE521N
NE522F
NE522N
MC1488F
MC1488N
MC1489AF
MC14B9AN
MC14B9F
MC1489A
NE592F14
NE592NB
1!A723CF
1!A723CN
1!A723F
1!A723D

o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to
o to

+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
+70
-40 to +85
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125
-55 to +125
-55 to + 125
to +70
-55 to + 125
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
to +70
-55 to + 125
-55 to + 125

Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic

UC3524J
UC3524N

SG3524F
SG3524N

o to
o to

Ceramic
Plastic

o

o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o

+70
+70

Ceramic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
Plastic
Ceramic
SO

'THERE MAY BE PARAMETRIC DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SIGNETICS'
PARTS AND THOSE OF THE COMPETITION.

1-23

•

Signetics

SO Availability List

Linear Products

PART
NUMBER

SMD
PACKAGE

ADC0820D
'DAC08ED
'LF398D
LM1870D
LM2901D
LM2903D
LM311D
LM319D

SOL-20
SO-16
SO-14
SOL-20
SO-14
SO-8
SO-8
SO-14

LM324AD
LM324D
LM339D
LM358AD
LM358D
LM393D
'MC1408-8D
MC1458D
MC1488D
MC1489D
MC1489AD
MC3302D
MC33610
MC3403D

SO-14
SO-14
SO-14
SO-8
SO-8
SO-8
SO-16
SO-8
SO-14
SO-14
SO-14
SO-14
SOL-16
SO-14

NE4558D
'NE5018D
'NE5019D
'NE5036D
NE5037D
NE5044D

SO-8
SOL-24
SOL-24
SO-14
SO-16
SO-16

NE5045D
NE5090D
NE5105/AD

SO-16
SOL-16
SO-8

NE5170A
NE5180A
NE5204D
NE5205D
NE521D

PLCC-28
PLCC-28
SO-8
SO-8
SO-14

NE5212D8

SO-8

NE522D

SO-14

NE5230D
NE527D

SO-8
SO-14

NE529D

SO-14

February 1987

PART
NUMBER

DESCRIPTION
8-Bit CMOS AID
8-Bit DI A Converter
Sample-and-Hold Amp
Stereo Demodulator
Quad Volt Comparator
Dual Volt Comparator
Voltage Comparator
High-Speed Dual
Comparator
Quad Op Amp
Quad Op Amp
Quad Volt Comparator
Dual Op Amp
Dual Op Amp
Dual Comparator
8-Bit DI A Converter
Dual Op Amp
Quad Line Driver
Quad Line Receiver
Quad Line Receiver
Quad Volt Comparator
Low Power FM IF
Quad Low Power Op
Amp
Dual Op Amp
8-Bit 01 A Converter
8-Bit 01 A Converter
6-Bit AID Converter
6-Bit AID Converter
Prog 7-Channel
Encoder
7-Channel Decoder
Address Relay Driver
High-Speed
Comparator
Octal Line Driver
Octal Line Receiver
High-Frequency Amp
High-Frequency Amp
High-Speed Dual
Comparator
Transimedance
Amplifier
High-Speed Dual
Comparator
Low Voltage Op Amp
High-Speed
Comparator
High-Speed
Comparator

1·24

SMD

PACKAGE

NE532D
'NE544D
'NE5512D
'NE5514D
NE5517D
NE5520D
'NE5532D

SO-8
SOL-16
SO-8
SOL-16
SO-16
SOL-16
SOL-16

'NE5533D
NE5534AD
NE5534D
NE5537D
NE5539D

SOL-16
SO-8
SO-8
SO-14
SO-14

NE555D
NE556D
NE5560D
NE5561D
NE5562D
NE5568D
NE558D
NE5592D
NE564D
'NE565D
NE566D
NE567D
NE568D
NE571D
NE572D
'NE587D

80-8
80-14
80-16
80-8
80L-20
80-8
80L-16
80-14
80-16
80-14
80-8
80-8
80L-20
80L-16
80L-16
80L-20

'NE589D

80L-20

NE5900D
NE592D14
NE592D8
NE592HD14
NE592HD8
'NE594D
NE602D

80L-16
80-14
80-8
80-14
80-8
80L-20
80-8

NE604D

80-16

NE605
NE612D

80L-20
80-8

NE614D

80-16

'PCD3311TD

80-16

DESCRIPTION
Dual Op Amp
Servo Amp
Dual Hi-Perf Op Amp
Quad Hi-Perf Op Amp
Dual Hi-Perf Amp
LVDT Signal Cond Ckt
Dual Low-Noise Op
Amp
Low-Noise Op Amp
Low-Noise Op Amp
Low-Noise Op Amp
Sample-and-Hold Amp
Hi-Freq Amp
Wideband
8ingle Timer
Dual Timer
8MP8 Control Ckt
8MP8 Control Ckt
SMP8 Control Ckt
8MP8 Control Ckt
Quad Timer
Dual Video Amp
Hi-Frequency PLL
Phase Locked Loop
Function Generator
Tone Decoder PLL
PLL
Compandor
Prog Compandor
7 8eq LED Driver
(Anode)
7 8eq LED Driver
(Cath)
Call Progress Decoder
Video Amp
Video Amp
Hi-Gain Video Amp
Hi-Gain Video Amp
Vac Fluor Disp Driver
Double Bal Mixerl
Oscillator
Low Power FM IF
8ystem
FM IF 8ystem
Double Balanced
Mixer10sciliator
Low Power FM IF
8ystem
DTMF/Melody
Generator

Signetics Linear Products

SO Availability list

PART
NUMBER

SMD
PACKAGE

PCD3312TD

SO-8

PCD3315TD
PCD3360TD
PCF2100TD

SOL-28
SO-16
SOL-28

PCF2111TD

VSO-40

PCF2112TD

VSO-40

PCF8570TD
PCF8571TD
PCF8573TD
PCF8574TD
PCF8576TD
PCF8577TD

SO-8
SO-8
SO-16
SO-16
VSO-56
VSO-40

SA5105/AD

SO-8

SA5230D
SA5212D8
SA532D
SA534D
SA555D
SA571D
SA572D
'SA594D
SA602D

SO-8
SO-8
SO-8
SO-14
SO-8
SOL-16
SOL-16
SOL-20
SO-8

SA604D

SO-16

PART
NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

DTMF/Melody
Generator With ICC
Repertory Pulse Dial
Progress Tone Ringer
LCD Duplex Driver
(40)
LCD Duplex Driver
(64)
LCD Duplex Driver
(32)
Static RAM (256 X 8)
1K Serial RAM
Clock/Timer
Remote I/O Expander
MUX/Static Driver
32-/64-Segment LCD
Driver
High-Speed
Comparator
Low Voltage Op Amp
Transimpedance Amp
Dual Op Amp
Dual Op Amp
Single Timer
Compandor
Compandor
Vac Fluor Disp Driver
Double Bal Mixer/
Oscillator
Lower Power FM IF
System

SMD
PACKAGE

SAA3004TD
SG3524D
TDA1001BTD
TDA1005ATD
TDA3047TD
TDA3048TD
TDA5040TD

SOL-20
SO-16
SO-16
SO-16
SO-16
SO-16
SO-8

TDA7010TD
TDA7050TD
TDD1742TD
ULN2003D
ULN2004D
JJA723CD
J.lA741CD
IlA747CD

SO-16
SO-8
SOL-28
SO-16
SO-16
SO-14
SO-8
SO-14

DESCRIPTION

R/C Transmitter
SMPS Control Circuit
Noise Suppressor
Stereo Decoder
IR Preamp
IR Preamp
Brushless DC Motor
Driver
FM Radio Circuit
Mono/Stereo Amp
Frequency Synthesizer
Transistor Array
Transistor Array
Voltage Regulator
Single Op Amp
Dual Op Amp

NOTE:

"'Non-standard pinout.

UNDER DEVELOPMENT
PART
NUMBER

26LS31D
26LS32D
26LS33D
26LS29D
26LS30D

SMD
PACKAGE

SO-16
SO-16
SO-16
SO-16
SO-16

DESCRIPTION

RS-422
RS-422
RS-422
RS-423
RS-423

Line
Line
Line
Line
Line

NOTE:
For information regarding additional SO products released since the publication of this document, contact your local Signetics Sales Office.

February 1987

1-25

Driver
Receiver
Receiver
Driver
Receiver

Signetics

Ordering Information
for Prefixes ADC, AM, CA, DAC,
ICM, LF, LM, MC, NE, OP, SA,
SE, SG, pA, UC, ULN

Linear Products

Signetics' Linear integrated circuit products may be ordered by contacting either
the local Signetics sales office, Signetics
representatives and/or Signetics authorized distributors. A complete listing is
located in the back of this manual.

Table 1. Part Number Description
PART NUMBER

CROSS REF
PART NO.

NE5537N

LF398

PRODUCT
FAMILY
LIN

PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
Sample-and-Hold Amp

C

Minimum Factory Order:
Commercial Product:

Description of
Product Function

$1 000 per order
$250 per line item per order
Military Product:
$250 per line item per order

Linear Product Family

Table 1 provides part number information concerning Signetics originated
products.
Table 2 is a cross reference of both the
old and new package suffixes for all
presently existing types, while Tables 3
and 4 provide appropriate explanations
on the various prefixes employed in the
part number descriptions.

- - - Package Descriptions L -_ _ _ _ _

L -_ _ _ _ _ _-

As noted in Table 3, Signetics defines
device operating temperature range by
the appropriate prefix. It should be noted, however, that an SE prefix (-55°C to
+ 125°C) indicates only the operating
temperature range of a device and not
its military qualification status. The military qualification status of any Linear
product can be determined by either
looking in the Military Data Manual and/
or contacting your local sales office.

February 1987

1-26

See Table 2

Device Number
Device Family and Temperature Range Prefix Tables 3 & 4

See

Signetics Linear Products

Ordering Information

Table 2. Package Descriptions
OLD

NEW

A, AA
A

N
N·14

B, BA

N
D

F

F

I,IK

I

K
L

H
H

NA, NX

N

R

Q

Q,

T, TA
U
V
XA
XC
XC
XL, XF

H
U
N
N
N
N
N
A
EC
FE

February 1987

PACKAGE
DESCRIPTION

14·lead plastic DIP
14·lead plastic DIP
(selected analog
products only)
16·lead plastic DIP
Microminiature
package (SO)
14·, 16·, 18·, 22·,
and 24·lead
ceramic DIP
(Cerdip)
14-, 16·, 18·, 22·,
28-, and 4-lead
ceramic DIP
10-lead TO·100
10-lead high-profile
TO·100 can
24-lead plastic DIP
10-, 14-, 16-, and
24-lead ceramic
flat
8-lead TO-99
SIP plastic power
8-lead plastic DIP
18-lead plastic DIP
20-lead plastic DIP
22-lead plastic DIP
28-lead plastic DIP
PLCC
TO-46 header
8-lead ceramic DIP

Table 3. Signetics Prefix and
Device Temperature
PREFIX

DEVICE TEMPERATURE
RANGE

NE
SE
SA

o to +70°C
-55°C to + 125°C
-40°C to +85°C

Table 4. Industry Standard Prefix
PREFIX

ADC
AM
CA
DAC
ICM
LF
LM
MC
NE
OP
SA
SE
SG
}1A
UC
ULN

DEVICE FAMILY

Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear

Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry
Industry

1-27

Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard

Signetics

Ordering Information
for Prefixes HE, OM, MA, ME,
PC, PN, SA, TB, TC, TD, TE

Linear Products

Signetics' integrated circuit products
may be ordered by contacting either the
local Signetics sales office, Signetics
representatives and/or Signetics authorized distributors.

Table 1_ Part Number Description
PART
NUMBER

L

Commercial Product:

$ 1000 per order

$ 250 per line item per order

Table 2 provides package suffixes and
descriptions for all presently existing
types. Letters following the device number not used in Table 2 are considered
to be part of the device number.
Table 3 provides explanations on the
various prefixes employed in the part
number descriptions. As noted in Table
3, Signetics/Philips device operating
temperature is defined by the appropriate prefix.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
The third letter of the prefix, in a threeletter prefix, is the temperature designator.
The letters A to F give information about
the operating temperature:
A: Temperature range not specified.
See data sheet.
e.g. TDA2541 N
B: 0 to +70°C
e.g. PCB8573PN
C: -55°C to +125°C
e.g. PCC2111 PN
D: -25°C to +70°C
e.g. PCD8571 PN
E: -25°C to +85°C
e.g. PCE2111 PN
F: -40°C to + 85°C
e.g. PCF2111 PN

February 1987

l

T DA 2541N

Minimum Factory Order:

Table 1 provides part number information concerning Signetics/Philips integrated circuits.

PRODUCT
FAMILY

PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION

LIN

Video IF Amplifier
LDescriPtion of
Product Function
Product Family Linear

Package Description - See Table 2A
'---_- Device Number
'------_Device Family and Temperature Range Prefix-See Table 3A

Table 2. Package Description
SUFFIX

PACKAGE DESCRIPTION

8-, 14-, 16-, 18-, 20-, 24-, 28-, 40-lead plastic DIP
Microminiature Package (SO)
14-, 16-, 18-, 22-, 24-lead ceramic DIP
Single in-line plastic (SIP) and SIP power packages

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DEVICE FAMILY

PREFIX

HEx
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MAx
MEx

CMOS circuit
Linear circuit
Microcomputer
Microcomputer peripheral

PCX
PNx

CMOS circuit
NMOS circuit

SAx
TBx
TCx
TDx
TEx

Digital
Linear
Linear
Linear
Linear

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circuit
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"Given the increasingly intense competitive
pressures our customers face, they should
demand nothing less than zero defects
from every IC vendor. We now know that
zero defects is an achievable goal. Why
should IC customers pay for errors?"
Norman Neumann
President
Signetics Corporation

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SIGNETICS' ZERO DEFECTS
PROGRAM
In recent years, American industry has demanded increased product quality of its IC
suppliers in order to meet growing international competitive pressures. As a result of this
quality focus, it is becoming clear that what
was once thought to be unattainable - zero
defects - is, in fact, achievable.

"catching" defects, but on preventing them
from ever occurring. This strong preventive
focus, which demands that quality be "built-in"
rather than "inspected in," includes a much
greater attention to ongoing communication on
quality-related issues. At Signetics, a focus on
this cooperative approach has resulted in better service to all customers and the development of two innovative customer/vendor programs: Ship-to·Stock and Self-Qual.

The IC supplier committed to a standard of
zero defects provides a competitive advantage to today's electronics OEM. That advantage can be summed up in four words:
reduced cost of ownership. As IC customers
look beyond purchase price to the total cost
of doing business with a vendor, it is apparent
that the quality-conscious supplier represents
a viable cost reduction resource. Consistently
high quality circuits reduce requirements for
expensive test equipment and personnel, and
allow for smaller inventories, less rework, and
fewer field failures.

As a result of their participation in the Ship-toStock Program, many of our customers have
eliminated costly incoming testing on selected ICs. We will work together with any customer interested to establish a Ship-to-Stock
Program, and identify the products to be
included in the program and finalize all necessary terms and conditions. From that pOint,
the specified products can go directly from
the receiving dock to the assembly line or into
inventory. Signetics then provides, free of
charge, monthly reports on those produC1s.

REDUCING THE COST OF
OWNERSHIP THROUGH TOTAL
QUALITY PERFORMANCE

In our efforts to continually reduce cost of
ownership, we are now using the experience
we have gained with Ship-to-Stock to begin
developing a Just-in-Time Program. With Justin-Time, produC1s will be delivered to the
receiving dock just as they are needed, permitting continuous-flow manufaC1uring and eliminating the need for expensive inventories.

Quality involves more than just IC's that work.
It also includes cost-saving advantages that
come with error-free service - on-time delivery of the right quantity of the right product at
the agreed-upon price. Beyond the product,
you want to know you can place an order and
feel confident that no administrative problems
will arise to tie up your time and personnel.
Today, as a result of Signetics' growing
appreciation of the concern with cost of
ownership, our quality improvement efforts
extend out from the traditional areas of product conformance into every administrative
function, including order entry, scheduling,
delivery, shipping, and invoicing. Driving this
process is a Corporate Quality Improvement
Team, comprised of the president and his
staff, which oversees the activities of 30 other
Quality Improvement Teams throughout the
company.

CUSTOMER/VENDOR
COOPERATION IS AT THE
HEART OF ZERO DEFECTS
AND REDUCED COSTS
Working to a zero defects standard requires
that emphasis be consistently placed, not on
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Like Ship-to-Stock, our Self-Qual Program
employs a cooperative approach based on
ongoing information exchange. At Signetics,
formal qualification procedures are required
for all new or changed materials, processes,
products, and facilities. Prior to 1983, we
created our qualification programs independently. Our major customers would then test
samples to confirm our findings. Now, under
the new Self-Qual Program, customers can
be directly involved in the prequalification
stage. When we feel we have a promising
enhancement to offer, customers will be invited to participate in the development of the
qualification plan. This eliminates the need to
duplicate expensive qualification testing and
also adds another dimension to our ongoing
efforts to build in quality.

PRODUCT RELIABILITY:
QUALITY OVER TIME IS THE
GOAL
Our concern with product reliability has developed from communication with many customers. In discussions, these customers have

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emphasized the high cost of field failures,
both in terms of dollars and reputations in the
marketplace.
In response to these concerns, we have
placed an emphasis on improving product
reliability. As a result of this effort, our produC1
reliability has improved more than fourfold in
a five-year period (see Figure 1). A key
program, SURE (Systematic and Uniform Reliability Evaluation), highlights the significant
progress made in this critical area.
SURE was first instituted in 1964 as the core
reliability measurement for all Signetics products. In 1980, as a first major step toward
improving produC1 reliability, SURE was enhanced by increasing sampling frequency and
size and by extending stress tests. As a result
of these improvements, most of our major
customers now utilize SURE data with no
requests for additional reliability testing.

WE WANT TO WORK WITH
YOU
At Signetics, we know that our success depends on our ability to support all our customers with the defeC1-free, higher density, higher
performance products needed to compete
effeC1ively in today's demanding business
environment. To achieve this goal, quality in
another arena - that of communicationsis vital. Here are some specific ways we can
maintain an ongoing dialogue and information
exchange between your company and ours
on the quality issue:
• Periodical face-to-face exchanges of
data and quality improvement ideas
between the customer and Signetics
can help prevent problems before they
occur.
• Test correlation data is very useful. Line
pull information and field failure reports
also help us improve product
performance.
• When a problem occurs, provide us as
soon as possible with whatever specific
data you have. This will assist us in
taking prompt corrective action.
Quality produC1s are, in large measure, the
result of quality communication. By working
together, by opening up channels through
which we can talk openly to each other, we
will insure the creation of the innovative,
reliable, cost effeC1ive products that help
insure a competitive edge.

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QUALITY AND RELIABILITY
ASSURANCE

LINEAR PRODUCT QUALITY

• Customer liaison

Signetics has put together a winning process
for the manufacturing of Linear Integrated
Circuits. The circuits produced by our Linear
Division must meet rigid criteria as defined in
our design rules and as evaluated through
product characterization over the device operating temperature range. Product conformance to specification is measured throughout the manufacturing cycle. Our standard is
Zero Defects and our customers' statistiCS
and awards for outstanding product quality
demonstrate our advance toward this goal.

The result of this continual involvement at all
stages of production enables us to provide
feedback to refine present and future designs, manufacturing processes, and test
methodology to enhance both the quality and
reliability of the products delivered to our
customers.

Nowhere is this more evident than at our
Electrical Outgoing Product Assurance inspection gate. Over the past six years, the
measured defect level at the first submission
to Product Assurance for Linear products has
dropped from over 4000PPM (0.4%) to under
150PPM (0.015%) (see Figure 2). Signetics

Signetics' Linear Division Quality and Reliability Assurance Department is involved in all
stages of the production of our Linear ICs:
• Product Design and Process
Development
• Wafer Fabrication
• Assembly
• Inspection and Test
• Product Reliability Monitoring

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calls the first submitlalto a Product or Quality
Assurance gate our Estimated Process Quality or EPQ. It is an internal measure used to
drive our Quality Improvement Programs toward our goal of Zero Defects. All product
acceptance sampling plans have zero as their
acceptance criteria. Only shipments that
demonstrate zero defects during these acceptance tests may be shipped to our customers. This is in accordance with our commitment to our Zero Defect policy.
The. results from our Quality Improvement
Program have allowed Signetics to take the
industry leadership position with its Zero Defects Limited Warranty policy. No longer is it
necessary to negotiate a mutually acceptable
AQL between buyer and Signetics. Signetics
will replace any lot in which a customer finds
one verified defective part.

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Quality and Reliability

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Figure 2. Electrical Estimated Process Quality (EPQ)

QUALITY DATABASE
REPORTING SYSTEM -

QA05

The capabilities of our manufacturing process
are measured and the results are recorded
through our corporate·wide QA05 database
system. The QA05 system collects the results
on all finished lots and feeds this data back to
concerned organizations where appropriate
corrective actions can be taken. The QA05
reports Estimated Process Quality (EPQ) data
which are the sample inspection results for
first submittal lots to Quality Assurance in·
spection for electrical, visual/mechanical,
hermeticity, and documentation. Data from
this system is available upon request and is
distributed routinely to our customers who
have formally adopted our Ship·to-Stock program.

SIGNETICS' SHIP-TO-STOCK
PROGRAM
Ship-to-Stock is a joint program between
Signetics and a customer which formally
certifies specific parts to go directly into
inventory or to the assembly line from the
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customer's receiving dock without incoming
inspection. This program was developed at
the request of several major customers after
they had worked with us and had a chance to
experience the data exchange and joint corrective action that occurs as part of our
quality improvement program.
The key elements of the Ship-to-Stock program are:
• Signetics and customer agree on a list
of products to be certified, complete
device correlation, and sign a
specification.
• The product Estimated Product Quality
(EPQ) must be 300ppm or less for the
past 3 months.
• Signetics will share Quality (QA05) and
Reliability data on a regular basis.
• Signetics will alert Ship-to-Stock
customers of any changes in quality or
reliability which could adversely impact
their product.
Any customer interested in the benefits of the
Ship·to-Stock program should contact his

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local Signetics sales office for a brochure and
further details.

RELIABILITY BEGINS WITH THE
DESIGN
Quality and reliability must begin with design.
No amount of extra testing or inspection will
produce reliable ICs from a design that is
inherently unreliable. Signetics follows very
strict deSign and layout practices with its
circuits. To eliminate the possibility of metal
migration, current density in any path cannot
exceed 5 x 105 amps/ cm2 . Layout rules are
followed to minimize the possibility of shorts,
circuit anomalies, and SCR type latch-up
effects. All circuit deSigns are computerchecked using the latest CAD software for
adherence to design rules. Simulations are
performed for functionality and parametric
performance over the full operating ranges of
voltage and temperature before going to
production. These steps allow us to meet
device specifications not only the first time,
but also every time thereafter.

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Quality and Reliability

PRODUCT CHARACTERIZATION
Before a new design is released, the characterization phase is completed to insure that
the distribution of parameters resulting from
lot-to-Iot variations is well within specified
limits. Such extensive characterization data
also provides a basis for identifying unique
application-related problems which are not
part of normal data sheet guarantees.

PRODUCT QUALIFICATION
Linear products are subjected to rigorous
qualification procedures for all new products
or redesigns to current products. Qualification
testing consists of:
• High Temperature Operating Life:
TJ = 150°C, 1000 hours, static bias
• High Temperature Storage Life:
TJ = 150°C, 1000 hours, unbiased
• Temperature Humidity Biased Life:
65°C, 65% relative humidity, 1000
hours, static bias
• Pressure Cooker:
15 psig, 121°C, 192 hours, unbiased
• Thermal Shock:
-65°C to + 150°C, 300 cycles, 5 minute
dwell, liquid to liquid, unbiased
Formal qualification procedures are required
for all new or changed products, processes,
and facilities. These procedures ensure the
high level of product reliability our customers
expect. New facilities are qualified by corporate groups as well as by the quality organizations of specific units that will operate in the
facility. After qualification, products manufactured by the new facility are subjected to
highly accelerated environmental stresses to
ensure that they can meet rigorous failure
rate requirements. New or changed processes are Similarly qualified.

ONGOING RELIABILITY
ASSESSMENT PROGRAMS
The SURE Program
The SURE (Systematic and Uniform Reliability Evaluation) program audits products from
each of Signetics Linear Division's process
families: Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High
Voltage, and Dual-Layer Metal, under a variety of accelerated stress conditions. This
program, first introduced in 1964, has evolved
to suit changing product complexities and
performance requirements.

The Audit Program
Samples are selected from each process
family every four weeks and are subjected to
each of the following stresses:
• High Temperature Operating Life:
TJ = 150°C, 1000 hours, static bias
• High Temperature Storage Life:
TJ = 150°C, 1000 hours, unbiased
• Temperature Humidity Biased Life:
65°C, 65% relative humidity, 1000
hours, static bias
• Pressure Cooker:
20 psig, 127"C, 72 hours, unbiased
• Thermal Shock:
-65°C to + 150°C, 300 cycles, 5 minute
dwell, liquid-to-liquid, unbiased
• Temperature Cycling:
-65°C to + 150°C, 1000 cycles, 10
minute dwell, air-to-air, unbiased

The Product Monitor Program
In addition, each Signetics assembly plant
performs Pressure Cooker and Thermal
Shock SURE Product Monitor stresses on a
weekly basis on each molded package by pin
count per the same conditions as the SURE
Program.

Product Reliability Reports
The data from these test matrices provides a
basic understanding of product capability, an
indication of major failure mechanisms, and
an estimated failure rate resulting from each
stress. This data is compiled periodically and
is available to customers upon request.

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Many customers use this information in lieu of
running their own qualification tests, thereby
eliminating time-consuming and costly additional testing.

Reliability Engineering
In addition to the product performance monitors encompassed in the Linear SURE program, Signetics' Corporate and Division Reliability Engineering departments sustain a
broad range of evaluation and qualification
activities.
Included in the engineering process are:
• Evaluation and qualification of new or
changed materials, assembly/wafer-fab
processes and equipment, product
designs, facilities, and subcontractors.
• Device or generic group failure rate
studies.
• Advanced environmental stress
development.
• Failure mechanism characterization and
corrective action/prevention reporting.
The environmental stresses utilized in the
engineering programs are similar to those
utilized for the SURE monitor; however, more
highly-accelerated conditions and extended
durations typify these engineering projects.
Additional stress systems such as biased
pressure pot, power-temperature cycling, and
cycle-biased temperature-humidity, are also
included in some evaluation programs.

Failure Analysis
The SURE Program and the Reliability Engineering Program both include failure analysis
activities and are complemented by corporate, divisional, and plant failure analysis
departments. These engineering units provide a service to our customers who desire
detailed failure analysis support, who in turn
provide Signetics with the technical understanding of the failure modes and mechanisms actually experienced in service. This
information is essential in our ongoing effort
to accelerate and improve our understanding
of product failure mechanisms and their prevention.

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SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPE CONTROL
Wafers are sampled daily by the Quality Control Laboratory from each fabrication area and subjected
to SEM analysis. This process control reveals manufacturing defects such as contact and oxide step
coverage in the melalization process which may rssult in early failures.

DIE SORT VISUAL ACCEPTANCE
Product is inspected for detects caused during fabrication, wafer testing, or the mechanical SCribe
and break operation. Defects such as scratches, smears and glassivated bonding pads are included
in the lot acceptance criteria.

DIE ATTACH AND WIRE BONDING
The latest automated equipment is used under statistical process control program.

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Product IS inspected to detect any damage incurred at the die attach and wire bonding stations.
Defects such as scratches, contamination and smeared ball bonds are Inciuded in the lot acceptance
criteria.

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ SEAL TESTS

Hermetic package seal integrity is ensured by 100"10 and fine gross leak testing.
SYMBOL

Devices are marked with the Signetics logo, device number and period date code of assembly
custom symbol per Individual specification requiremenls.

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_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 100% PRODUCTION ELECTRICAL TESTING

Every device is tested to all data sheet parameters guaranteeing temperature specifications.
BURN~IN

(SUPR II LEVEL B OPTION)

Devices are burned in for 21 hours at 155 C maximum Junction Temperature.
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100% PRODUCTION ELECTRICAL TESTING

Every device is tested to all data sheet parameters guaranteeing temperature specifications.

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ VISUAL

Ail products are visually inspected per the requirements specified in Signetics' or customer
documents
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ FINAL QUALITY ASSURANCE GATE

The final QA inspection step guarantees the specified mechanicai and electrical AQL's. Every shipment is sealed and identified by QA personnel.

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Section 3
Small Area Networks

Linear Products

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INDEX
Introduction to 12C ...................................................................................
12 C Bus Specification................................................................................
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The Inter-Integrated Circuit (12C) Serial Bus: Theory and
Practical Considerations.......................................................

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Linear Products

THE 12 C CONCEPT
The Inter-IC bus (12C) is a 2-wire serial bus
designed to provide the facilities of a small
area network, not only between the circuits of
one system, but also between different systems; e.g., teletext and tuning.
Philips/Signetics manufactures many devices
with built-in 12C interface capability, any of
which can be connected in a system by
simply" clipping" it to the 12C bus. Hence, any
collection of these devices around the 12C
bus is known as "clips."
The 12C bus consists of two bidirectional
lines: the Serial Data (SDA) line and the Serial
Clock (SCl) line. The output stages of devices connected to the bus (these devices
could be NMOS, CMOS, 12C, TTL, ... ) must
have an open-drain or open-collector in order
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the 12C bus can be transferred at a rate up to
1OOkbits/ sec. The physical bus length is
limited to 13 feet and the number of devices
connected to the bus is solely dependent on
the limiting bus capacitance of 400pF.
The inherent synchronization process, built
into the 12C bus structure using the wiredAND technique, not only allows fast devices
to communicate with slower ones, but also
eliminates the "Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect" (CSMA/CD) effect
found in some local area networks, such as
Ethernet.
Master-slave relationships exist on the 12C
bus; however, there is no central master.
Therefore, a device addressed as a slave
during one data transfer could possibly be the
master for the next data transfer. Devices are

also free to transmit or receive data during a
transfer.
To summarize, the 12C bus eliminates interfacing problems. Since any peripheral device
can be added or taken away without affecting
any other devices connected to the bus, the
12C bus enables the system designer to build
various configurations using the same basic
architecture.
Application areas for the 12C bus include:
Video Equipment
Audio Equipment
Computer Terminals
Home Appliances
Telephony
Automotive
Instrumentation
Industrial Control

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12C Bus
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INTRODUCTION
For 8-bit applications, such as those requiring
single-chip microcomputers, certain design
criteria can be established:
• A complete system usually consists
of at least one microcomputer and
other peripheral devices, such. as
memories and I/O expanders,
• The cost of connecting the various
devices within the system must be
kept to a minimum.
• Such a system usually performs a
control function and does not require
high-speed data transfer.
• Overall efficiency depends on the
devices chosen and the
interconnecting bus structure_

In order to produce a system to satisfy these
criteria, a serial bus structure is needed.
Although serial buses don't have the throughput capability of parallel buses, they do require less wiring and fewer connecting pins.
However, a bus is not merely an interconnecting wire, it embodies all the formats and
procedures for communication within the system.
Devices communicating with each other on a
serial bus must have some form of protocol
which avoids all possibilities of confusion,
data loss and blockage of information. Fast
devices must be able to communicate with
slow devices. The system must not be dependent on the devices connected to it, otherwise modifications or improvements would be
impossible. A procedure has also to be resolved to decide which device will be in
control of the bus and when. And if different
devices with different clock speeds are connected to the bus, the bus clock source must
be defined.

a receiver, while a memory can both receive
and transmit data. In addition to transmitters
and receivers, devices can also be considered as masters or slaves when performing
data transfers (see Table 1). A master is the
device which initiates a data transfer on the
bus and generates the clock signals to permit
that transfer. At that time, any device addressed is considered a slave.
The 12C bus is a multi-master bus. This means
that more than one device capable of controlling the bus can be connected to it. As
masters are usually microcomputers, let's
consider the case of a data transfer between
two microcomputers connected to the 12C
bus (Figure 1). This highlights the masterslave and receiver-transmitter relationships to
be found on the 12C bus. It should be noted
that these relationships are not permanent,
but only depend on the direction of data
transfer at that time. The transfer of data
would follow in this way:
1) Suppose microcomputer A wants to send
information to microcomputer B
- microcomputer A (master) addresses
microcomputer B (slave)
- microcomputer A (master transmitter)
sends data to microcomputer B (slave
receiver)
- microcomputer A terminates the
transfer.
2) If microcomputer A wants to receive information from microcomputer B

- microcomputer A (master) addresses
microcomputer B (slave)
- microcomputer A (master receiver)
receives data from microcomputer B
(slave transmitter)
- microcomputer A terminates the
transfer.
Even in this case, the master (microcomputer
A) generates the timing and terminates the
transfer.
The possibility of more than one microcomputer being connected to the 12C bus means
that more than one master could try to initiate
a data transfer at the same time. To avoid the
chaos that might ensue from such an event,
an arbitration procedure has been developed.
This procedure relies on the wired-AND connection of all devices to the 12C bus.
If two or more masters try to put information
on to the bus, the first to produce a one when
the other produces a zero will lose the
arbitration. The clock signals during arbitration are a synchronized combination of the
clocks generated by the masters using the
wired-AND connection to the SCL line (for
more detailed information concerning arbitration see Arbitration and Clock Generation).
Generation of clock signals on the 12C bus is
always the responsibility of master devices;
each master generates its own clock signals
when transferring data on the bus. Bus clock
signals from a master can only be altered
when they are stretched by a slow slave

All these criteria are involved in the specification of the 12C bus.

THE 12C BUS CONCEPT
Any manufacturing process (NMOS, CMOS,
12L) can be supported by the 12C bus. Two
wires (SDA - serial data, SCL - serial clock)
carry information between the devices connected to the bus. Each device is recognized
by a unique address - whether it is a microcomputer, LCD driver, memory or keyboard
interface - and can operate as either a transmitter or receiver, depending on the function
of the device. Obviously an LCD driver is only
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Figure 1. Typical 12C Bus Configuration

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device holding down the clock line or by
another master when arbitration takes place.

Table 1. Definition of 12 C Bus Terminology
TERM

DESCRIPTION

Transmitter

The device which sends data to the bus

Receiver

The device which receives data from the bus

Master

The device which initiates a transfer, generates clock
signals and terminates a transfer

Slave

The device addressed by a master

Multi·master

More than one master can attempt to control the
bus at the same time without corrupting the message

Arbitration

Procedure to ensure that if more than one master
simultaneously tries to control the bus, only one is
allowed to do so and the message is not corrupted

Synchronization

Procedure to synchronize the clock signals of two or
more devices

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Both SDA and SCL are bidirectional lines,
connected to a positive supply voltage via a
pull-up resistor (see Figure 2). When the bus
is free, both lines are High. The output stages
of devices connected to the bus must have
an open-drain or open-collector in order to
perform the wired-AND function. Data on the
12C bus can be transferred at a rate up to
100kbitls. The number of devices connected
to the bus is solely dependent on the limiting
bus capacitance of 400pF.

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twice per clock period in order to sense the
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TRANSFERRING DATA

Byte Format
Every byte put on the SDA line must be 8 bits
long. The number of bytes that can be
transmitted per transfer is unrestricted. Each
byte must be followed by an acknowledge bit.

Figure 4. Start and Stop Conditions

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Start and Stop Conditions

A High-to-Low transition of the SDA line while
SCL is High is one such unique case. This
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The data on the SDA line must be stable
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devices (CMOS, NMOS, 12L) which can be
connected to the 12C bus, the levels of the
logical 0 (Low) and 1 (High) are not fixed and
depend on the appropriate level of Voo (see
Electrical Specifications). One clock pulse is
generated for each data bit transferred.

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P

-8

L_J

SlOP
CONDITION

Figure 5. Data Transfer on the 12C Bus

DATAOUTPIIT
BYTRANSMITTER

DATA OIlTPUT
BY RECEIVER

-R

X10.___>C~
. . . . __ /

11 "'1_
I .../ _ _ _--'
1
II

I
1I

OJ

)~
<

1 1
I I

~

~r:~ 1 I
IS I
L..::J

t

START

CLOCK PULSE FDR
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CONDITION

Figure 6. Acknowledge on the 12C Bus

Data is transferred with the most significant
bit (MSB) first (Figure 5). If a receiving device
cannot receive another complete byte of data
until it has performed some other function, for
example, to service an internal interrupt, it
can hold the clock line SCL Low to force the
transmitter into a wait state. Data transfer
then continues when the receiver is ready for
another byte of data and releases the clock
line SCL.
In some cases,. it is permitted to use a
different format from the 12C bus format, such
as CBUS compatible devices. A message
which starts with such an address can be
terminated by the generation of a stop condition, even during the transmission of a byte.
In this case, no acknowledge is generated.

Acknowledge
Data transfer with acknowledge is obligatory.
The acknowledge-related clock pulse is generated by the master. The transmitting device
releases the SDA line (High) during the acknowledge clock pulse.

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The receiving device has to pull down the
SDA line during the acknowledge clock pulse
so that the SDA line is stable Low during the
high period of this clock pulse (Figure 6). Of
course, setup and hold times must also be
taken into account and these will be described in the Timing section.
Usually, a receiver which has been addressed
is obliged to generate an acknowledge after
each byte has been received (except when
the message starts with a CBUS address.
When a slave receiver does not acknowledge
on the slave address, for example, because it
is unable to receive while it is performing
some real-time function, the data line must be
left High by the slave. The master can then
generate a STOP condition to abort the
transfer.
If a slave receiver does acknowledge the
slave address, but some time later in the
transfer cannot receive any more data bytes,
the master must again abort the transfer. This
is indicated by the slave not generating the
acknowledge on the first byte following. The

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slave leaves the data line High and the
master generates the STOP condition.
In the case of a master receiver involved in a
transfer, it must signal an end of data to the
slave transmitter by not generating an acknowledge on the last byte that was clocked
out of the slave. The slave transmitter must
release the data line to allow the master to
generate the STOP condition.

ARBITRATION AND CLOCK
GENERATION
Synchronization
All masters generate their own clock on the
SCL line to transfer messages on the 12C bus.
Data is only valid during the clock High period
on the SCL line; therefore, a defined clock is
needed if the bit-by-bit arbitration procedure
is to take place.
Clock synchronization is performed using the
wired-AN 0 connection of devices to the SCL
LINE. This means that a High-to-Low transi-

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,2C Bus Specification

1_
I

START COUNTING
WAIT -l-...!'~HPERIOO
STATE

1
--""'\

ClK

-f_'__________-'.________________~~---------~--------

1 ______

ClK

+-__~_,~~--------------..r.+_+_-----~--~--

2 ____

SCl

Figure 7. Clock Synchronization During the Arbitration Procedure

TRANSMITTER 1 LOSES ARBITRAnON
DATA1'S0A
DATA

1

DATA

2,L_'--'.+-__~--.'-------~--{-------~,----_f
SDA

SCl

A master which loses the arbitration can
generate clock pulses until the end of the
byte in which it loses the arbitration.
If a master does lose arbitration during the
addressing stage. it is possible that the win·
ning master is trying to address it. Therefore.
the losing master must switch over immedi·
ately to its slave receiver mode.
Figure 8 shows the arbitration procedure for
two masters. Of course more may be involved. depending on how many masters are
connected to the bus. The moment there is a
difference between the internal data level of
the master generating DATA 1 and the actual
level on the SDA line. its data output is
switched off. which means that a High output
level is then connected to the bus. This will
not affect the data transfer initiated by the
winning master. As control of the 12C bus is
decided solely on the address and data sent
by competing masters, there is no central
master, nor any order of priority on the bus.

Use of the Clock Synchronizing
Mechanism as a Handshake
Figure 8. Arbitration Procedure of Two Masters

tion on the SCL line will affect the devices
concerned. causing them to start counting off
their Low period. Once a device clock has
gone Low it will hold the SCL line in that state
until the clock High state is reached (Figure
7). However. the Low·to·High change in this
device clock may not change the state of the
SCL line if another device
clock is still within its Low period. Therefore.
SCL will be held Low by the device with the
longest Low period. Devices with shorter Low
periods enter a High wait state during this
time.
When all devices concerned have counted off
their Low period. the clock line will be reo
leased and go High. There will then be no
difference between the device clocks and the

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Arbitration can carry on through many bits.
The first stage of arbitration is the comparison
of the address bits. If the masters are each
trying to address the same device. arbitration
continues into a comparison of the data.
Because address and data information is
used on the 12C bus for the arbitration. no
information is lost during this process.

state of the SCL line and all of them will start
counting their High periods. The first device
to complete its High period will again pull the
SCL line Low.
In this way. a synchronized SCL clock is
generated for which the Low period is deter·
mined by the device with the longest clock
Low period while the High period on SCL is
determined by the device with the shortest
clock High period.

Arbitration
Arbitration takes place on the SDA line in
such a way that the master which transmits a
High level. while another master transmits a
Low level. will switch off its DATA output
stage since the level on the bus does not
correspond to its own level.

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In addition to being used during the arbitration
procedure, the clock synchronization mecha·
nism can be used to enable receiving devices
to cope with fast data transfers. either on a
byte or bit level.
On the byte level, a device may be able to
receive bytes of data at a fast rate. but needs
more time to store a received byte or prepare
another byte to be transmitted. Slave devices
can then hold the SCL line Low. after recep·
tion and acknowledge of a byte. to force the
master into a wait state until the slave is
ready for the next byte transfer in a type of
handshake procedure.
On the bit level, a device such as a micro·
computer without a hardware 12C interface
on·chip can slow down the bus clock by
extending each clock Low period. In this way.
the speed of any master is adapted to the
internal operating rate of this device.

•

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12C Bus Specification

FORMATS
Data transfers follow the format shown in
Figure 9. After the start condition, a slave
address is sent. This address is 7 bits long;
the eighth bit is a data direction bit (R/Vii). A
zero indicates a transmission (WRITE); a one
indicates a request for data (READ). A data
transfer is always terminated by a stop condition generated by the master. However, if a

master still wishes to communicate on the
bus, it can generate another start condition,
and address another slave without first generating a stop condition. Various combinations
of read/write formats are then possible within
such a transfer.
At the moment of the first acknowledge, the
master transmitter becomes a master receiv-

er and the slave receiver becomes a slave
transmitter. This acknowledge is still generated by the slave.
The stop condition is generated by the master.
During a change of direction within a transfer,
the start condition and the slave address are
both repeated, but with the R/Vii bit reversed.

Figure 9. A Complete Data Transfer

Possible Data Transfer Formats are:
a) Master transmitter transmits to slave
receiver. Direction is not changed.

S

SLAVE ADDRESS

A

DATA

A

DATA

A

P

1/

A = ACKNOWLEDGE
S-START
P=STOP

b) Master reads slave immediately after
first byte.

R/W

'O'(WRITE)

S

SLAVE ADDRESS

R/W

DATA TRANSFERRED
(n BYTES + ACKNOWLEDGE)

A

DATA

A

DATA

A

P

1/
1'(READ)

c) Combined formats.

DATA TRANSFERRED
(n BYTES + ACKNOWLEDGE)

I S I SLAVE ADDRESS I R/W I A I DATA I A I s I SLAVE ADDRESS I R/W I A I DATA I A I p I

~

J l~~

+ ACKNOWLEDGE)

+ ACKNOW\.EDGE)
READ OR
WRITE

DIRECTION OF
TRANSFER MAY
CHANGE AT
THIS POINT

NOTES,
1. Combined formats can be used, for example. to control a serial memory. During the first data byte, the internal memory location has to be written. After the start condition is repeated,
data can then be transferred.
2. All decisions on auto-increment or decrement of previously accessed memory locations, etc., are taken by the designer of the device.
3. Each byte is followed by an acknowledge as indicated by the A blocks in the sequence.
4. 12c devices have to reset their bus logic on receipt of a start condition so that they all anticipate the sending of a slave address.

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12C Bus Specification

ADDRESSING
The first byte after the start condition determines which slave will be selected by the
master. Usually. this first byte follows that
start procedure. The exception is the general
call address which can address all devices.
When this address is used, all devices
should, in theory, respond with an acknowledge, although devices can be made to
ignore this address. The second byte of the
general call address then defines the action
to be taken.

Definition of Bits in the First
Byte
The first seven bits of this byte make up the
slave address (Figure 10). The eighth bit
(LSB - least significant bit) determines the
direction of the message. A zero on the least
significant position of the first byte means that
the master will write information to a selected
slave; a one in this position means that the
master will read information from the slave.
MSB

LSB

----SlAVEADDRESS-

LSB

o

I

I

A

FIRST BYTE

X

X

X

X

X

x

x

B

A

SECOND BYTE

(GENERAL CALL ADDRESS)

Figure 11_ General Call Address Format

I s I H'oo' I A I H'02' I A I ABCDOOO I X I A I ABCDOQ1 I X I A I ASCDOfO I X I A I p I
Figure 12. Sequence of a Programming Master
bilities in group 1111 will also only be used for
extension purposes but are not yet allocated.
The combination OOOOXXX has been defined
as a special group. The following addresses
have been allocated:
FIRST BYTE
Slave
Address

edge this address and behave as a slave
receiver. The second and following bytes will
be acknowledged by every slave receiver
capable of handling this data. A slave which
cannot process one of these bytes must
ignore it by not acknowledging.
The meaning of the general call address is
always specified in the second byte (Figure
11).

R/W

Figure 10_ The First Byte A fler the
Start Procedure

0000
0000

000
000

0
1

General call address
Start byte

There are two cases to consider:
1. When the least significant bit B is a zero.
2. When the least significant bit B is a one.

When an address is sent, each device in a
system compares the first 7 bits after the start
condition with its own address. If there is a
match, the device will consider itself addressed by the master as a slave receiver or
slave transmitter, depending on the R/W bit.

0000
0000

001
010

X
X

CBUS address
Address reserved for
different bus format

When B is a zero, the second byte has the
following definition:

0000
0000
0000
0000
0000

011
100
101
110
111

X
X
X
X
X

The slave address can be made up of a fixed
and a programmable part. Since it is expected
that identical ICs will be used more than once
in a system, the programmable part of the
slave address enables the maximum possible
number of such devices to be connected to
the 12C bus. The number of programmable
address bits of a device depends on the
number of pins available. For example, if a
device has 4 fixed and 3 programmable
address bits, a total of eight identical devices
can be connected to the same bus.
The 12C bus committee is available to coordinate allocation of 12 C addresses.
The bit combination 1111 XXX of the slave
address is reserved for future extension purposes.
The address 1111111 is reserved as the
extension address. This means that the addressing procedure will be continued in the
next byte(s). Devices that do not use the
extended addressing do not react at the
reception of this byte. The seven other possi-

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] To be defined

No device is allowed to acknowledge at the
reception of the start byte.
The CBUS address has been reserved to
enable the intermixing of CBUS and 12C
devices in one system. 12 C bus devices are
not allowed to respond at the reception of this
address.
The address reserved for a different bus
format is included to enable the mixing of 12 C
and other protocols. Only 12C devices that are
able to work with such formats and protocols
are allowed to respond to this address.
General Call Address
The general call address should be used to
address every device connected to the 12C
bus. However, if a device does not need any
of the data supplied within the general call
structure, it can ignore this address by not
acknowledging. If a device does require data
from a general call address, it will acknowl-

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00000110 (H'06') Reset and write the programmable part of slave
address by software and
hardware. On receiving this
two-byte sequence, all devices (designed to respond
to the general call address)
will reset and take in the
programmable part of their
address.
Precautions must be taken
to ensure that a device is
not pulling down the SDA
or SCL line aiter applying
the supply voltage, since
these low levels would
block the bus.
00000010 (H'02') Write slave address by
software only. All devices
which obtain the programmable part of their address
by software (and which
have been designed to respond to the general call
address) will enter a mode
in which they can be programmed. The device will
not reset.

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,2C Bus Specification

An example of a data transfer of a programming master is shown in Figure 12 (ABCD
represents the fixed part of the address).

(B)

s

00000100 (H'04') Write slave address by
hardware only. All devices
which define the programmable part of their address
by hardware (and which respond to the general call
address) will latch this programmable part at the reception of this two-byte se·
quence. The device will not
reset.

oooooooo

AI

MASFER ADDRESS
SECOND
BYTE

GENERAL
CALL ADDRESS

, S

1 SLAVE ADDR H/W MASFER

R/W

S

1 DATA

1P

A

II

+ ACKNOWLEDGE)

1 A 1 DUMP ADDR FOR H/W MASFER 1X 1 Alp'

DUMP ADDR FROM H/W MASFER

1 R/W 1 A 1 DATA 1 A ·1
WRITE

When 8 is a one, the twO-byte sequence is a
hardware general call. This means that the
sequence is transmitted by a hardware master device, such as a keyboard scanner,
which cannot be programmed to transmit a
desired slave address. Since a hardware
master does not know in advance to which
device the message must be transferred, it
can only generate this hardware general call
and its own address, thereby identitying itself
to the system (Figure 13).

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(n BYTES

A

a. Configuring master sends dump address to hardware master

The remaining codes have not been fixed and
devices must ignore these codes.

Start Byte
Microcomputers can be connected to the 12 C
bus in two ways. If an on-Chip hardware 12 C
bus interface is present, the microcomputer
can be programmed to be interrupted only by
requests from the bus. When the device
possesses no such interface, it must constantly monitor the bus via software. Obvious-

DATA

WRITE

Sequences of programming procedure are
published in the appropriate device data
sheets.

In some systems an alternative could be that
the hardware master transmitter is brought in
the slave receiver mode after the system
reset. In this way, a system configuring master can tell the hardware master transmitter
(which is now in slave receiver mode) to
which address data must be sent (Figure 14).
After this programming procedure, the hardware master remains in the master transmitter mode.

1A

Figure 13. Data Transfer From Hardware Master Transmitter

00000000 (H'OO') This code is not allowed to
be used as the second
byte.

The seven bits remaining in the second byte
contain the device address of the hardware
master. This address is recognized by an
intelligent device, such as a microcomputer,
connected to the bus which will then direct
the information coming from the hardware
master. If the hardware master can also act
as a slave, the slave address is identical to
the master address.

I
1

(n BYTES

DATA

1A

P ,

/l

+ ACKNOWLEDGE)

b. Hardware master dumps data to selected slave device
Figure 14. Data Transfer of Hardware Master Transmitter Capable of Dumping
Data Directly to Slave Devices

Ii

Ii

(~:
~
ACK~~DGE i \1-

SDAi\:

I
I

SCL

I
I

--r--i'
i _i V

I

I

tH-

f7\
f0.
r;\ /;\ . 1;\
. V . "-t(-f . V . V'£KV i _ i

LS.J

L!'.J
1----STARTBYTEOClOOOOO1-!

Figure 15. Start Byte Procedure
Iy, the more times the microcomputer monitors, or polls, the bus, the less time it can
spend carrying out its intended function.
Therefore, there is a difference in speed
between fast hardware devices and the relatively slow microcomputer which relies on
software polling.
In this case, data transfer can be preceded by
a start procedure which is much longer than
normal (Figure 15). The start procedure consists of:
a)
b)
c)
d)

A start condition, (S)
A start byte 00000001
An acknowledge clock pulse
A repeated start condition, (Sr)

After the start condition (S) has been transmitted by a master requiring bus access, the

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start byte (00000001) is transmitted. Another
microcomputer can therefore sample the
SOA line on a low sampling rate until one of
the seven zeros in the start byte is detected.
After detection of this Low level on the SDA
line, the microcomputer is then able to switch
to a higher sampling rate in order to find the
second start condition (Sr) which is then used
for synchronization.
A hardware receiver will reset at the reception
of the second start condition (Sr) and will
therefore ignore the start byte.
After the start byte, an acknowledge-related
clock pulse is generated. This is present only
to conform with the byte handling format used
on the bus. No device is allowed to acknowledge the start byte.

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12C Bus Specification

r,
S~

•

I

~I__~________________-,

SCL

DUN

/

ILJLJ
CO~~~N---------A-;-~-Uas-s----------" ~ I

L -______________________~I

~

n DATA BITS

ACK
RELATED
CLOCK PULSE

Figure 16. Data Format of Transmissions With CBUS Receiver/Transmitter
CBUS Compatibility
Existing CBUS receivers can be connected to
the 12C bus. In this case, a third line called
DLEN has to be connected and the acknowl·
edge bit omitted. Normally, 12C transmissions
are multiples of 8·bit bytes; however, CBUS
devices have different formats.

VDD1-4=5V±1O%

Rp

In a mixed bus structure, 12C devices are not
allowed to respond on the CBUS message.
For this reason, a special CBUS address
(0000001 X) has been reserved. No 12 C de·
vice will respond to this address. After the
transmission of the CBUS address, the DLEN
line can be made active and transmission,
according to the CBUS format, can be per·
formed (Figure 16).

s~--~-+---+-+----~~--~-+----~~

~L-----4----~~----~------~----~_

Figure 17. Fixed Input Level Devices Connected to the 12C Bus

V DD = e.g. 3V

After the stop condition, all devices are again
ready to accept data.
Master transmitters are allowed to generate
CBUS formats after having sent the CBUS
address. Such a transmission is terminated
by a stop condition, recognized by all devices.
In the low speed mode, full 8·bit bytes must
always be transmitted and the timing of the
DLEN signal adapted.
If the CBUS configuration is known and no
expansion with CBUS devices is foreseen,
the user is allowed to adapt the hold time to
the specific requirements of device(s) used.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
OF INPUTS AND OUTPUTS OF
12C DEVICES
The 12C bus allows communication between
devices made in different technologies which
might also use different supply voltages.
For devices with fixed input levels, operating
on a supply voltage of + 5V ± 10%, the fol·
lowing levels have been defined:
VILmax = 1.5V (maximum input Low
voltage)

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Rp

s~~~-+--~-+----~~--~-+--~~~
~L----~----~----~~----~----~_

Figure 18. Devices With a ~~d~h~~qge B~~ Supply Voltages Connected

VIHmin

= 3V

(minimum input High
voltage)

Devices operating on a fixed supply voltage
different from + 5V (e.g. 12 L), must also have
these input levels of 1.5V and 3V for VIL and
VIH, respectively.
For devices operating over a wide range of
supply voltages (e.g. CMOS), the following
levels have been defined:
VILmax = 0.3VDD (maximum input Low
voltage)
VIHmin = 0.7VDD (minimum input High
voltage)
For both groups of devices, the maximum
output Low value has been defined:
VO Lmax

= O.4V

(max. output voltage Low)
at 3mA sink current

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The maximum low· level input 'Current at
VOLmax of both the SDA pin and the SCL pin
of an 12 C device is -10tJA, including the
leakage current of a possible output stage.
The maximum high· level input current at
0.9V DD of both the SDA pin and SCL pin of an
12 C device is 10jJ.A, including the leakage
current of a possible output stage.
The maximum capacitance of both the SDA
pin and the SCL pin of an 12C device is 10pF.
Devices with fixed input levels can each have
their own power supply of + 5V ± 10%. PulIup resistors can be connected to any supply
(see Figure 17).
However, the devices with input levels related
to VDD must have one common supply line to
which the pull-up resistor is also connected
(see Figure 18).

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12C Bus Specification

When devices with fixed input levels are
mixed with devices with VDo-related levels,
the latter devices have to be connected to
one common supply line of + 5V ± 10% along
with the pull-up resistors (Figure 19).

VQ01::16V::t'lO%

VDD2 ""SV:t1O%

VDD3 =5V:t1O%

Input levels are defined in such a way that:
1. The noise margin on the low level is 0.1
Voo·
2. The noise margin on the High level is 0.2
Voo·
3. Series resistors (Rs) up to 300n can be
used for flash-over protection against high
voltage spikes on the SOA and Sel line
(due to flash-over of a TV picture tube, for
example) (Figure 20).

Figure 19. Devices With VOD Related leveJs Mixed With Fixed Input level
Devices on the I C Bus

T

The maximum bus capacitance per wire is
400pF. This includes the capacitance of the
wire itself and the capacitance of the pins
conneC1ed to it.

TIMING

SDA

The clock on the 12e bus has a minimum low
period of 4.71's and a minimum High period of
41's. Masters in this mode can generate a bus
clock with a frequency from 0 to 100kHz.

SCL

Figure 21 shows the timing requirements in
detail. A description of the abbreviations used
is shown in Table 2. All timing references are
at VILmax and VILmin.

I

l D:CeJ l ~CE I
R.

All devices connected to the bus must be
able to follow transfers with frequencies up to
100kHz, either by being able to transmit or
receive at that speed or by applying the clock
synchronization procedure which will force
the master into a wait state and stretch the
Low periods. In the latter case the frequency
is reduced.

voo

As

As

As

Rp

LD05650S

Figure 20. Serial Resistors (Rs) for Protection Against High Voltage

LOW-SPEED MODE

Data Format and Timing

As explained previously, there is a difference
in speed on the 12 e bus between fast hardware devices and the relatively slow microcomputer which relies on software polling.
For this reason a low speed mode is available
on the 12 e bus to allow these microcomputers
to poll the bus less often.

The bus clock in this mode has a Low period
of 1301's ± 251's and a High period of
390l's ± 251'S, resulting in a clock frequency
of approx. 2kHz. The duty cycle of the clock
has this low-to-High ratio to allow for more
efficient use of microcomputers without an
on-chip hardware 12e bus interface. In this
mode also, data transfer with acknowledge is
obligatory. The maximum number of by1es
transferred is not limited (Figure 22).

Start and Stop Conditions
In the low-speed mode, data transfer is preceded by the start procedure.

Figure 21_ Timing Requirements for the 12C Bus

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12C Bus Specification

Table 2. Timing Requirement for the 12C Bus
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Max

a

100

fSCL

SCl clock frequency

tauF

Time the bus must be free before a new transmission can start

tHO; STA

Hold time start condition. After this period the first clock pulse is generated

tLOW

The low period of the clock

4.7

f.IS

tHIGH

The High period of the clock

4

I's

tsu; STA

Setup time for start condition (Only relevant for a repeated start condition)

4.7

I's

tHO; OAT

Hold time DATA
for CBUS compatible masters
for 12C devices

5
A·

I'S
I's

tsu; OAT

Setup time DATA

tR

Rise time of both SDA and SCl lines

f.IS

4

I'S

ns

250

tF

Fall time of both SDA and SCl lines

tsu; STO

Setup time for stop condition

1
300
4.7

NOTES:

All values referenced to V'H and V'L levels.
• Note that a transmitter must internally provide a hold time to bridge the undefined region (300ns max.) of the falling edge of sel.

Figure 22. Data Transfer Low·Speed Mode

SCL

1----tHIOH- - - - \

Figure 23. Timing Low-Speed Mode

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kHz

4.7

I'S

ns
1'5

•

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12C Bus Specification

LOW SPEED MODE
CLOCK
DUTY CYCLE

START BYTE
MAX. NO. OF BYTES
PREMATURE TERMINATION OF TRANSFER
ACKNOWLEDGE CLOCK BIT
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SLAVES

tLOW - 13011S ± 251'5
tHIGH = 3901'5 ± 251'5
1:3 Low-to-High (Duty cycle of
clock generator)
0000 0001
UNRESTRICTED
NOT ALLOWED
ALWAYS PROVIDED
OBLIGATORY

In this mode, a transfer cannot be terminated
during the transmission of a byte.
The bus is considered busy after the first start
condition. It is considered free again one
minimum clock Low period, 10511S. after the
detection of the stop condition. Figure 23
shows the timing requirements in detail, Table
3 explains the abbreviations.

Table 3. Timing Low Speed Mode
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Max

teuF

Time the bus must be free before a new transmission can start

105

tHD; STA

Hold time start condition. After this period the first clock pulse is generated

365

I'S

tHD; STA

Hold time (repeated start condition only)

210

lIS

tLOW

The Low period of the clock

105

155

lIS

tHIGH

The High period of the clock

365

415

lIS

tsu; STA

Setup time for start condition (Only relevant for a repeated start condition)

105

155

lIS

tHD; tDAT

Hold
for
for

5
O·

time DATA
CBUS compatible masters
12C devices

tsu; DAT

Setup time DATA

tR

Rise time of both SDA and SCL lines

tF

Fall time of both SDA and SCL lines

tsu; STO

Setup time for stop condition

I'S

I's
lIS
ns

250
1

105

300

ns

155

lIS

NOTES:
All values referenced to V,H and V,L levels.
• Note that a transmitter must internally provide a hold time to bridge the undefined region (300ns max.) of the falling edge of SeL.

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12C Bus Specification

APPENDIX A
Maximum and minimum values of the pull-up
resistors Rp and series resistors Rs (See
Figure 20).
In a 12 C bus system these values depend on
the following parameters:
- Supply voltage
- Bus capacitance
- Number of devices (input current + leakage current)
1) The supply voltage limits the minimum value of the Rp resistor due
to the specified 3mA as minimum
sink current of the output stages,
at OAV as maximum low voltage.
In Graph 1, VDD against Rpmin is
shown.

In Graph 2, Rsmax against Rp is shown.
2) The bus capacitance is the total capacitance of wire, connections, and
pins. This capacitance limits the maximum value of Rp because of the
specified rise time of 11's.

In Graph 4 the total high-level input current - RPmax relationship is shown.

oL---~--~

o

400

/: ~
~

o
o

__~__~

800

1200
MAXIMUM VALUE Rs (Q)

./

/

1600

Graph 2

oL-__ __ __L-__
o
40
80
120
160
~

VMAX.Rs

\
8

12

The desired noise margin of 0.1 VDD for the
low level limits the maximum value of Rs.

MAX.~'"

@VDD-Si
o
o

200

12C LICENSE

./110=0

Graph 1

L-~

Graph 4

\\

16

~

TOTAL HIGH LEVEL INPlIl' CURRENT fl- tHIGHmin

'''''

t;;:"'tLOWmin

t;;a..OI1S
t ~250ns
t";;;; 1J,LS
t:;;;; 300ns
t~tLOWmin

The minimum time the bus must be free before a new transmission can start
Start condition hold time
Clock LOW period
Clock HIGH period
Start condition setup time; only valid for repeated start code
Data hold time
Data setup time
Rise time of both the SOA and SeL line
Fall time of both the SOA and Sel line
Stop condition setup time

NOTE:
All the timing values refer to VIH and V1L levels with a voltage swing of Vss to VOD.

Figure 5. Timing of the High-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

PCF8571

1K Serial RAM

SDA

V ---'LLI(--rrnL----.rcJJ
, ", __ J
__
... __
t __
,

-.-

.1:

--- ------ ------- ---

SfART ADDRESS
CONDITION

R/W

ACK

-ACK
.-

DATA

'

__

-...-

SfART
ADDRESS
CONDITION

J

-----R/W

ACK

~
SlOP

Where:
Clock ILOWmin
4.7 IlS
IHIGHmin
41lS
The dashed line is the acknowledgement of the receiver
Mark-to-space ratio
1:1 (LOW-la-HIGH)
Maximum number of bytes
Unrestricted
Premature termination of transfer
Allowed by generation of STOP condition

Acknowledge clock bit

Must be provided by the master

Figure 6. Complete Data Transfer in the High-Speed Mode
Low-Speed Mode
Masters generate a bus clock with a maximum frequency of 2kHz; a minimum LOW
period of 10511S and a minimum HIGH period
of 365!1S. The mark-to-space ratio is 1:3
LOW-to-HIGH. Detailed timing is shown in
Figure 7.

SOA

SCL
1----tH1GH----i

SOA

Where:
ISUF
tHD, tSTA

t ~ 105p.5 (tLOWmln)
t ? 365ps (tHIGHmin)

lLOW

130J.1S ± 25,us
390IJS ± 25"':5
130,us ± 2SJ.l.s*
t ;;. Ops

'ttiIGH

tsu,

tsTA
tHO, tOAT

tsu.

tOAT

t ;;. 250ns

tSTO

t ~ 1ps
t ~ 300ns
1301JS ± 25,a

IA

'tsu."

NOTES:
All the timing values refer to VIH and VIL levels with a vOltage swing of Vss to VDD.
For definitions see high-speed mode.
·Only valid for repeated start code.

Figure 7. Timing of the Low-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

PCF8571

1K Serial RAM

SDA \ ' - -_ _ _ _

\r

J

--\.J\J\.j

SCL--v-\.J-START
CONDITION

START BYTE

DUMMY
REPEATED
ACKNOWLEDGE
START
CONDITION

ADDRESS

ACKNOWLEDGE

SlOP
CONDITION

•

I

Where:
Clock tLOWmin

130llS ± 25JlS

tHIGHmin

390",8 ± 251'8

Mark-to-space ratio
Start byte
Maximum number of bytes
Premature termination of transfer
Acknowledge clock bit

1,3 (LOW-la-HIGH)
0000 0001
6
Not allowed
Must be provided by master

Figure 8. Complete Data Transfer In the Low-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

PCF8571

1K Serial RAM

Bus Protocol
Before any data is transmitted on the 12C bus,
the device which should respond is ad-

dressed first. The addressing is always done
with the first byte transmitted after the start
procedure. The 12C bus configuration for dif-

ferent PCF8571 READ and WRITE cycles is
shown in Figure 9.

ACt4J.lS
tHO

> 4ps
Figure 12. Timing for Power Saving Mode

+5V

to\

f\

'81

.

8

MICROCOMPUTER

5

~

6

~
7

I-

SDA

v••
A2

SCL

TEST

PCF8571

Al

AU

3

t2
1

Vss

~4

-=NOTES:
1. In the operating mode, TEST"" 0 (AO, A 1, = 0; A2;; 1),
2. In the power saving mode, reST"" AO "" A1 "" A2 "" VOOR.

Figure 13. Application Example for Power Saving Mode

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PCF8573

Signetics

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The PCF8573 is a low threshold, monolithic CMOS circuit that functions as a
real-time clock/calendar in the Inter IC
(12C) bus-oriented microcomputer systems. The device includes an addressable time counter and alarm register,
both for minutes, hours, days and
months. Three special control! status
flags, COMP, POWF and NODA, are
also available. Information is transferred
serially via a two-lin bidirectional bus
(12C). Back-up for the clock during supply interruptions is provided by a 1.2V
nickel cadmium battery. The time base is
generated from a 32.768kHz crystalcontrolled oscillator.

• Serial input/output bus (1 2 C)
Interface for minutes, hours,
days and months
• Additional pulse outputs for
seconds and minutes
• Alarm register for presetting a
time for alarm or remote
switching functions
• Battery back-up for clock
function during supply
interruption
• Crystal oscillator control

PIN CONFIGURATION
N, D Packages
voo
VSS1
OSCO
OSCI
TEST
FSET

TOP VIEW

(32.768kHz)

CD10281$

PIN NO.
1
2
3

APPLICATIONS
• Automotive
• Telephony

ORDERING INFORMATION

SYMBOL
AO
A1
COMP
SOA
SCL
EXTPF
PFIN

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38)

-40·C to + 85·C

PCF8573PN

16-Pin Plastic SOL (SOT-162A)

-40·C to + 85·C

PCF8573T

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Supply voltage range (clock)

PARAMETER

-0.3 to 8

V

VSS2

Supply voltage range (1 2C interface)

-0.3 to 8

V

liN

Input current

10

mA

lOUT

Output current

10

mA

200

mW

Po

Maximum power diSSipation per package

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-40 to +85

·C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

·C

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~:~::: ~~~k Ii~;e J12C bus
Enable power fail flag
input
Power fail flag input

MIN
10

SEC

One pulse per second

11
12

FSET
TEST

Oscillator tuning output
Test input; must be
connected to VSS2

,.

OSCI
OSCO

Oscillator input

output
output

13

Voo

Address input
Comparator output

Negative supply 2 (1 2C
interface)
One pulse per minute

VSS2

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION
Address input

15
16

when not in use

Vss 1
Voo

Oscillator input/output
Negative supply 1 (clock)
Common positive supply

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Product Specification

PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

BLOCK DIAGRAM
FSET

MIN

SEC

10

Veo
16

1.5V

LS

TIME COUNTER

G
AO

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LEVEL SHIFTER

A1

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PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

VSS2 = OV; TA = -40 to
TA = + 2S·C.

+ 8S·C, unless otherwise specified. Typical values at
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Supply
Voo- Vss2

Supply voltage (1 2C interface)

2.S

S

B.O

V

Voo- VSS1

Supply voltage (clock)

1.1

1.S

(voo- VSS2)

V

-ISS1
-ISS1

Supply current VSS 1
at Vo o - VSS1 = 1.SV
at Voo - VSS1 = SV

3
12

10
SO

tJ.A
tJ.A

-ISS2

Supply current VSS2
at Voo - VSS2 = SV
(10 = OmA on all outputs)

SO

tJ.A

0.3 X Voo

V

1

tJ.A

0.3 X (Voo - VSS1)

V

1

tJ.A

0.1

tJ.A

Inputs SCL, SDA, AD, A1, TEST
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

VIL

Input voltage LOW

± II

Input leakage current
at VI = VSS2 to Voo

V

0.7 X Voo

Inputs EXTPF, PFIN
VIH-VSS1

Input voltage HIGH

0.7 X (VOO-VSS1)

VIL - VSS1

Input voltage LOW

0

±II
±II

V

Input leakage current
at VI = VSS1 to Voo
at TA = 2S·C;
VI = VSS1 to Voo

Outputs SEC, MIN, COMP, FSET (normal buffer outputs)

VOH
VOH

VOL
VOL

Output voltage HIGH
at Voo - VSS2 = 2.SV;
-10 = O.1mA
at Voo - VSS2 = 4 to BV;
-lo=O.SmA

Voo-O.4

V

Voo-O.4

V

Output voltage LOW
at Voo - Vss2 = 2.SV;
10 = 0.3mA
at Voo - VSS2 = 4 to BV;
10 = 1.BmA

0.4

V

0.4

V

0.4

V

1

tJ.A

Output SDA (N-Channel open drain)
VOL

Output 'ON': 10 = 3mA
at VOO- VSS2 = 2.S to BV

10

Output 'OFF' (leakage current)
at Voo - Vss2 = BV; Vo = BV

Internal Threshold Voltage
VTH1

Power failure detection

1

1.2

1.4

V

VTH2

Power 'ON' reset
at VSCL = VSOA = Voo

1.S

2.0

2.S

V

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Product Specification

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

PCF8573

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VSS2 = OV; TA = -40 to + 8S·C. unless otherwise specified. Typical values at
TA = + 25·C.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Rise and Fall Times of Input Signals
tA. tF

Input EXTPF

tA. tF

Input PFIN

tA
tF

Input signals except EXTPF and PFIN
between VIL and VIH levels
rise time
fall time

1

p.s

00

p.s

1
0.3

p.s
p.s

Frequency at SCL
tLOW

at VDD - Vss2 = 4 to 6V
Pulse width lOW (see Figures 7 and 9

4.7

tHIGH

Pulse width HIGH (see Figures 7 and 9

4

tl

Noise suppression time constant at SCl and SDA input

CIN

Input capacitance (SCl. SDA)

0.25

p.s

p.s
1

2.S

p.s

7

pF

Oscillator
COUT

Integrated oscillator capacitance

40

pF

RF

Oscillator feedback resistance

3

Mn

flfosc

Oscillator stability for:
-"(VDD- Vss 1) = 100mV
at VDD - VSS1 = 1.SSV;
TA= 2S·C

2 X 10-6

Q~artz crystal parameters
Frequency = 32.768 kHz
Rs

Series resistance

CL

Parallel capacitance

CT

Trimmer capacitance

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40

kn

2S

pF

9
5

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Product Specification

PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

I-+--I

SDA ____

_-+-1rt====="
I

i

SCL
DATA LINE
STABLE:
DATA VALID

---~

II

I g~"oN,.~! I
I ALLOWED I

Figure 1. Bit Transfer

Table 1. Cycle Length of the Time Counter
UNIT
Minutes
Hours
Days

Months

NUMBER OF BITS

COUNTING CYCLE

7
6
6

00 to 59
00 to 23
01 to 28

5

01 to 30
01 to 31
01 to 12

CARRY FOR FOLLOWING
UNIT
59 .....
23 .....
28 .....
or 29 .....
30 .....
31 .....
12 .....

CONTENT OF MONTH COUNTER

00
00
01
01
01
01
01

) 2 (see note)
4, 6, 9, 11
1,3,5, 7, 8, 10, 12

NOTE: Day counter may be set to 29 by a write transmission with EXECUTE ADDRESS.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Oscillator
The PCF8573 has an integrated crystal·controlled oscillator which provides the time base
for the prescaler. The frequency is determined by a single 32.768kHz crystal connected between OSCI and OSCO. A trimmer is
connected between OSCI and Voo.

Table 2. Power Fail Selection
EXTPF

PFIN

a
a

a

1
1

1

0

1

FUNCTION
Power fail is sensed internally
Test mode
Power fail is sensed externally
No power fail sensed

NOTE:
0: connected to Vss 1 (LOW)
1: connected to Voo (HIGH)

Prescaler and Time Counter
The prescaler provides a 128Hz signal at the
FSET output for fine adjustment of the crystal
oscillator without loading it. The prescaler
also generates a pulse once a second to
advance the seconds counter. The carry of
the prescaler and the seconds counter are
available at the outputs SEC and MIN, respectively, and are also readable via the 12C
bus. The mark-to-space ratio of both signals
is 1:1. The time counter is advanced one
count by the falling edge of output signal MIN.
A transition from HIGH to LOW of output
Signal SEC triggers MIN to change state. The
time counter counts minutes, hours, days and
months, and provides a full calendar function
which needs to be corrected once every four
years. Cycle lengths are shown in Table 1.

Alarm Register
The alarm register is a 24-bit memory. It
stores the time-point for the next setting of
the status flag COMPo Details of writing and
reading of the alarm register are included in
the description of the characteristics of the
12C bus.

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Comparator
The comparator compares the contents of
the alarm register and the time counter, each
with a length of 24 bits. When these contents
are equal, the flag COMP will be set 4ms after
the falling edge of MIN. This set condition
occurs once at the beginning of each minute.
This information is latched, but can be
cleared by an instruction via the 12C bus. A
clear instruction may be transmitted immediately after the flag is set, and then it will be
executed. Flag COMP information is also
available at the output COMPo The comparison may be based upon hours and minutes
only if the internal flag NODA (no date) is set.
Flag NODA can be set and cleared by separate instructions via the 12C bus, but it is
undefined until the first set or clear instruction
has been received. Both COMP and NODA
flags are readable via the 12C bus.

Power On/Power Fail Detection
If the voltage Voo - VSSl falls below a certain
value, the operation of the clock becomes
undefined. Thus, a warning signal is required
to indicate that faultless operation of the
clock is not guaranteed. This information is

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latched in a flag called POWF (Power Fail)
and remains latched after restoration of the
correct supply voltage until a write procedure
with EXECUTIVE ADDRESS has been received. The flag POWF can be set by an
internally-generated power fail level-discriminator signal for application with (Voo - Vss l )
greater than VTH1, or by an externally-generated power fail signal for application with
(Voo - VSS1) less than VTH1. The external
signal must be applied to the input PFIN. The
input stage operates with signals of any slow
rise and fall times. Internally-or externallycontrolled POWF can be selected by input
EXTPF as shown in Table 2.
The external power fail control operates by
absence of the Voo - VSS2 supply. Therefore,
the input levels applied to PFIN and EXTPF
must be within the range of Voo - VSS1. A
LOW level at PFIN indicates a power fail.
POWF is readable via the 12C bus. A poweron reset for the 12C bus control is generated
on-chip when the supply voltage Voo - VSS2
is less than VTH2.

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

Interface Level Shifters

Bit Transfer (see Figure 1)

The level shifters adjust the 5V operating
voltage (V DD - VSS2) of the microcontroller to
the internal supply voltage (VOD - VSS1) of the
clock/calendar. The oscillator and counter
are not influenced by the VDD - VSS2 supply
voltage. If the voltage VDD - VSS2 is absent
(VSS2 = VDD) the output signal of the level
shifter is HIGH because VDD is the common
node of the VDD - Vss2 and the VDD - VSS1
supplies. Because the level shifters invert the
input signal, the internal circuit behaves as if
a lOW signal is present on the inputs. FSET,
SEC, MIN and COMP are CMOS push-pull
output stages. The driving capability of these
outputs is lost when the supply voltage
VDD - VSS2 = O.

One data bit is transferred during each clock
pulse. The data on the SDA line must remain
stable during the HIGH period of the clock
pulse as changes in the data line at this time
will be interpreted as control Signals.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE 12C
BUS
The 12C bus is for 2-way, 2-line communication between different ICs or modules. The
two lines are a serial data line (SDA) and a
serial clock line (SCl). Both lines must be
connected to a positive supply via a pull-up
resistor when connected to the output stages
of a device. Data transfer may be initiated
only when the bus is not busy.

SDA
SCL

Start and Stop Conditions
(see Figure 2)
Both data and clock lines remain HIGH when
the bus is not busy. A HIGH-to-lOW transition of the data line while the clock is HIGH is
defined as the start condition (S). A lOW-toHIGH transition of the data line while the
clock is HIGH is defined as the stop condition
(P).

System Configuration
(see Figure 3)
A device generating a message is a "transmitter", a device receiving a message is the
"receiver". The device that controls the message is the "master" and the devices which
are controlled by the master are the
"slaves".

Acknowledge (see Figure 4)
The number of data bytes transferred between the start and stop conditions from
transmitter to receiver is not limited. Each
byte of eight bits is followed by one acknowledge bit. The acknowledge bit is a HIG H level

put on the bus by the transmitter whereas the
master generates an extra acknowledge-related clock pulse. A slave receiver which is
addressed must generate an acknowledge
after the reception of each byte. Also a
master must generate an acknowledge after
the reception of each byte that has been
clocked out of the slave transmitter. The
device that acknowledges has to pull down
the SDA line during the acknowledge clock
pulse. So that the SDA line is stable lOW
during the HIGH period of the acknowledge
related clock pulse, setup and hold times
must be taken into account. A master receiver must signal an end of data to the transmitter by not generating an acknowledge on the
last byte that has been clocked out of the
slave. In this event, the transmitter must leave
the data line HIGH to enable the master to
generate a stop condition (see Figures 11
and (2).

Timing Specifications
Within the 12C bus specifications a highspeed mode and a low-speed mode are
defined. The PCFB573 operates in both
modes and the timing requirements are as
follows:
High-Speed Mode - Masters generate a
bus clock with a maximum frequency of
100kHz. Detailed timing is shown in Figure 5.

r--,

r--,

I

I

I

I

I

--~\"'-+i----,-r-----==-~--~------1i....Jrr--I

I s iI
l
IL. _ _ - 'I

\,--~r--~'\. __-J/
.

START
CONDITION

SDA
SCL

IL... _ _ ......I

STOP
CONDITION

Figure 2. Definition of Start and Stop Conditions

SDA----------~------------_1--------------._------------_.------------~~

SCL--1-------~----_1------_4------~------+_----~------_+----_1--------~

Figure 3. System Configuration

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Product Specification

PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

CLOCK PULSE FOR
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

START
CONDITION

•

I
SCL FROM
MASTER

DATA OUTPUT
BY TRANSMITTER

--~

I

I
I

"""'\!~\""'....LI____

X-_-_X

X

-I

\._ _ _......

--11

......._ _

s

--~

DATA OUTPUT
BY RECEIVER

Figure 4. Acknowledgement on the 12C Bus

SDA

SCL

SDA

Where:
tHO. ISlA

t~tLOWmin
t;"'tH1GHmin

tLOWmin

4.7j.ts

IHIGHmin

''''

leUF

Isu. IsTA
tHO. toAT

tsu.

tOAT

t~tLowmin
t~OJ.lS
t~250ns

t~lJ.ts

tR
tF

t

Isu. Isro

t,tLQWmin

<: 300ns

The minimum time the bus must be free before a new transmission can start
Start condition hold time
Clock LOW period
Clock HIGH period
Start condition setup time, only valid for repeated start code
Data hold time
Data setup time
Rise time of both the SDA and Sel tine
Fall time of both the SDA and Sel line
Stop condition setup time

NOTE:
1. All the values refer to VIH and VIL levels with a voltage swing of Voo to VSS2.

Figure 5. Timing of the High-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

SDA

\J--~==rrJ'LL==~
L-J!

START
CONDITION

I~~

ADDRESS

Where:
Clock ILOWmin

Riw

' -_ _ _ _ _---', L...-.-.....J

ACK

DATA

ACK

L-....J

,-,_ _ _-,' ' - - - - I L - . J

START
ADDRESS
CONDITION

R/W

ACK

'----'
STOP

4.71lS

IHIGHmin

4IAS

The dashed line is the acknowledgement of the receiver
Mark~to·space

ratio
Max. number 01 bytes
Premature termination of transfer
Acknowledge clock bit

1:1 (LOW-la-HIGH)
unrestricted
allowed by generation of STOP condition
must be provided by the master

Figure 6. Complete Data Transfer in the High-Speed Mode
Low-Speed Mode - Masters generate a
bus clock with a maximum frequency of 2kHz;

a minimum LOW period of 105115 and a
minimum HIGH period of 365115. The mark·to·

space ratio is 1:3 LOW-to-HIGH. Detailed
timing is shown in Figure 7.

SDA

SCL

'R

I-----'HIOH-----I

SDA

Where:
IBUF
tHO. ISlA
tlOW
tHIGH

tsu.

ISTA
tHO, tOAT

t P 105,us (tLQWmin)
t ;:;.-- 365115 (tHIGH min)
130IAs±25~

390jJS ±25jJS
130,us ±25J..lS*
,;"OjJS

tsu, IOAT

t~250ns

'R

'<;ljJS

iF
tsu.

t~300ns

\sTO

1301lS ±251lS

"Only valid for repeated start code.
NOTE:
1. All the values refer to V1H and V1L levels with a VOltage swing of Voo to VSS2; for definitions see

high~speed

mode.

Figure 7. Timing of the Low-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

PCF8573

\r
--\.F\J\j

SCL\jV-START
CONDITION

START BYTE

ADDRESS

DUMMY
REPEATED
ACKNOWLEDGE
START
CONDITION

ACKNOWLEDGE

STOP
CONDITION

Where:
Clock tLOWmin
IHIGHmin

130/JS ± 25",5
390ps ±25p:s

Mark-la-space ratio
Start byte
Maximum number of bytes
Premature termination of transfer
Acknowledge clock bit

6

1:3 (LOW-Io-HIGH)
0000 0001
not allowed
must be provided by master

NOTE:
1. The general characteristics and detailed specification of the 12C bus are described in a separate data sheet
(serial data buses) in handbook: les for digital systems in radio, audio and video equipment.

Figure 8. Complete Data Transfer in the Low-Speed Mode

ADDRESSING
Before any data is transmitted on the 12C bus,
the device which should respond is addressed first. The addressing is always done
with the first byte transmitted after the start
procedure.

Figure 9. Slave Address

Slave Address
The clockl calendar acts as a slave receiver
or slave transmitter. Therefore, the clock
signal SCl is only an input signal, but the data
signal SDA is a bidirectional line. The clock
calendar slave address is shown in Figure 9.
The subaddress bits AO and A1 correspond
to the two hardware address pins AO and A 1
which allows the device to have 1 of 4
different addresses.

Clock/Calendar READ/WRITE
Cycles
The 12C bus configuration for different clockl
calendar READ and WRITE cycles is shown
in Figures 10 and 11.
The write cycle is used to set the time
counter, the alarm register and the flags. The
transmission of the clock/calendar address is

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

followed by the MODE-POINTER-WORD
which contains a CONTROL-nibble (Table 3)
and an ADDRESS-nibble (Table 4). The ADDRESS-nibble is valid only if the preceding
CONTROL-nibble is set to EXECUTE ADDRESS. The third transmitted word contains
the data to be written into the time counter or
alarm register.

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

Figure 10. Master Transmitter Transmits to Clock/Calendar Slave Receiver

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Product Specification

PCF8573

Clock/Calendar With Serial I/O

Table 3. CONTROL-nibble
C2 Cl

co

0
0
0

0
0
0

0
0

0

1

0

0
0
0
0

0

1

1

1
1

0
0

0

1

1

0

At the end of each data word the address bits
B1, BO will be incremented automatically
provided the preceding CONTROL-nibble is
set to EXECUTE ADDRESS. There is no
carry to B2.

FUNCTION

Execute address
Read control/status flags
Reset prescaler, including seconds counter; without carry for minute
counter
Time adjust, with carry for minute counter1
Reset NODA flag
Set NODA flag
Reset COMP flag

1

1

Table 5 shows the placement of the BCD
upper and lower digits in the DATA byte for
writing into the addressed part of the time
counter and alarm register, respectively.
Acknowledgement response of the clock calendar as slave receiver is shown in Table 6.

NOTE:
1. If the seconds counter is below 30 there is no carry. This causes a time adjustment of max. -30 sec. From
the count 30 there is a carry which adjusts the time by max. + 30 sec.

Table 4. ADDRESS-nibble
B2 B1 BO ADDRESSED TO:

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

0
0

0

1
1

0

1
1
1
1

0
0

0

1
1

0

1
1
1
1

Time counter hours
Time counter minutes
Time counter days
Time counter months
Alarm register hours
Alarm register minutes
Alarm register days
Alarm register months

Table 5. Placement of BCD Digits in the DATA Byte
MSB

DATA

LSB

UPPER DIGIT

LOWER DIGIT

UD

UC

UB

UA

LD

LC

LB

LA

X
X
X
X

X
D
X
X

D
D
D
X

D
D
D
D

D
D
D
D

D
D
D
D

D
D
D
D

D
D
D
D

ADDRESSED TO:

Hours
Minutes
Days
Months

NOTE:
1. Where "X" is the don't care bit and "D" is the data bit.

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

ACKNOWLEDGE

FROM MASTER

+
DATA

AT THIS MOMENT MASTER
TRANSMITTER BECOMES
MASTER RECEIVER ANO

CLOCK/CALENDAR
BECOMES SLAVE TRANSMITTER

~t

A

't
I

(n - 1) BYTES~

AUTO INCREMENT
OF 81, so

NOTE,

Figure 11. Master Transmitter Reads Clock/Calendar After Setting Mode Pointer

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DATA

th

n

AUTO INCREMENT
OF 81, eo

The master receiver must signal an end-of·data to the slave transmitter by not generating an acknowledge on
the last byte that has been clocked o~t of the slave.

February 10, 1987

NO ACKNOWLEOGe

I
I \.
/
Isl"---'
L_..J

I--SDA

_ .1

'

\' __-J

I
1 ' - SCL
L_..J

Ipi

START CONDITION

SlOP CONDITION

Figure 3. Definition of Start and Stop Conditions

System Configuration
A device generating a message is a "transmitter"; a device receiving a message is the

"receiver". The device that controls the message is the "master" and the devices which

are controlled by the master are the
"slaves".

SDA----.---------~--------~~--------+_--------_.---

SCL--~--+-----_4~~------~~~----_.--+_------~_+---

Figure 4. System Configuration

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Product Specification

8-Bit Remote I/O Expander

PCF8574

lated clock pulse. A slave receiver which is
addressed must generate an acknowledge
after the reception of each byte. Also, a
master must generate an acknowledge after
the reception of each byte that has been
clocked out of the slave transmitter. The
device that acknowledges has to pull down
the SDA line during the acknowledge clock
pulse, so that the SDA line is stable LOW

Acknowledge
The number of data bytes transferred between the start and stop conditions from
transmitter to receiver is not limited. Each
byte of eight bits is followed by one acknowledge bit. The acknowledge bit is a HIGH level
put on the bus by the transmitter whereas the
master generates an extra acknowledge re-

START
CONDITION

SCLFROM
MASTER

DATA OUTPUT
BY TRANSMITTER

during the HIGH period of the acknowledge.
Related clock pulse, setup and hold times
must be taken into account. A master receiver must signal an end of data to the transmitter by not generating an acknowledge on the
last byte that has been clocked out of the
slave. In this event the transmitter must leave
the data line HIGH to enable the master to
generate a stop condition.

CLOCK PULSE FOR
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I
I
I

~

1'. / ~
A,,____
S

DATA OUTPUT
BY RECEIVER

Figure 5. ACknowledgement on the 12C Bus

Timing Specifications
Within the 12C bus specifications a highspeed mode and a low-speed mode are
defined. The PCF8574 operates in both
modes and the timing requirements are as
follows:
High-Speed Mode
Masters generate a bus clock with a maximum frequency of 100kHz. Detailed timing is
shown in Figure 6.

SOA

seL

SOA

Where:
tauF
tHD; ISTA

t~tLOWmin
t>tHIGHmin

tLOWmln

4.7/..18

tHIGHmin
tsu; ISTA
tHO; IDAT
tsu; IOAT

4""

t>tLOWmin

1>0j../8

t>250n8

tR
tF

t"';;; 1ps

tsu; lSTO

t>tLOWmin

t ~300ns

The minimum time the bus must be free before a new transmission can start

Start condition hold time
Clock LOW period
Clock HIGH period
Start condition set-up time; only valid for repeated start code
Data hold time

Data setup time
Rise time of both the SOA and $eL line
Fall time of both the SOA and SeL line
Stop condition setup time

NOTE:
All the values refer to VIH and VIL levels with a voltage swing of Vss to Voo.

Figure 6. Timing of the High-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

PCF8574

8-Bit Remote I/O Expander

SDA

-V---L.LI'[--rJ:J\L--JOF
, ", __ .J
__
__
•

-.--- - . -

START ADDRESS
CONDmON

--- -R/Vi

------~
DATA

ACK

.J:

~

'\. __ ..1

__

--- ---- ----------ACK

START
ADDRESS
CONDmON

RiVi

ACK

STOP

Where:
Clock ILQWmin
tH1GHmm

4.7/.1S
4~s

The dashed line is the acknowledgement of the receiver
1:1 (LOW-to-HIGH)
Mark·to-space ratio
Maximum number of bytes
Unrestricted
Premature termination of transfer
Allowed by generation of STOP condition
Acknowledge clock bit
Must be provided by the master

Figure 7. Complete Data Transfer in the High-Speed Mode
Low-Speed Mode
Masters generate a bus clock with a maximum frequency of 2kHz; a minimum LOW
period of 105J,1S and a minimum HIGH period
of 3651-'s. The mark-to-space ratio is 1:3
LOW-to-HIGH. Detailed timing is shown in
Figure 8.

SDA

SCL

i----tHIGH----+i
SDA

Where:
410; tSTA
tLOW

t ~ 105MS (ILQWmin)
t > 3651lS (tHIGHmin)
1301tS± 25~s

tHIGH
tsu; tsTA
tHO; tOAT

';'0".

tsu;

1

taUF

'R

tOAT

'tsu;
F 'tsTo

3901JS± 25J.1S
130.us± 251lS*

> 250n8

'<''''

t.o;;300n8

130J1S± 25/.LS

NOTES:
All the values reter to VIH and V,L levels with a voltage swing of Vss to Voo. For definitions see high-speed
mode.
• Only valid for repeated start code.

Figure 8. Timing of the Low-Speed Mode

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Product Specification

8-Bit Remote I/O Expander

PCF8574

\r
--\.J\..f\J

SCL~-SfART BYTE

SfART

Where:
Clock tLOWmin

ACKNOWLEDGE

ADDRESS

DUMMY
REPEATED
SfART
ACKNOWLEDGE
CONDITION

CONDInON

srop

CONDITION

130J.1S± 25,.,.5

tHIGHmin

Mark-ta-space ratio
Start byte
Maximum number of bytes
Premature termination of transfer
Acknowledge clock bit

390ps± 25JlS
1 , 3 (LOW-to-HIGH)
0000 0001

6
not allowed
must be provided by master

Figure 9. Complete Data Transfer in the Low-Speed Mode
Input data is transferred from the port to the
microcomputer by the READ mode_ Output
data is transmitted to the port by the WRITE
mode_

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Addressing (See Figures 10
and 11)
Each bit of the PCF8574 I/O port can be
independently used as an input or an output.

SCL

SDAS

0A2A1AO

t

~

WRITE SfART CONDITION
ro

ACKNOWLEDGE FROM SLAVE

A

roRT-----------------------------------r----------------------------~
DATAO~--------------------------~------------------------~~.'r---------DA-"'-A-,-VA-L-ID------~~·'rDATA2
FROM

roRT

VALID

'py
Figure 10. WRITE Mode (Output Port)

SLAVE ADDRESS
SDA

S

0

1

0

0

t
SfART
READ FROM

CONDITION

A2

DATA FROM PORT
At

AD

DATA FROM PORT

I

DATAl
AI
1_ LACKNOWLEDGE
R/W "-- FROM StAVE

1

A

DATA1

-h
MttV

l J PJ

srbp
CONDITION

(\

PORT
DATAINro
PORT

DATA 4

LACKNOWLEDGE
FROM MASTER

m
J(DATA2

DATA3

I

·FJPS

DATU

1

Ht'R

H"·

I

NOTE:
A LOW-ta-HIGH transition of SDA while Sel is HIGH is defined as the stop condition (P). Transfer of data can be stopped at any moment by a stop condition. When this occurs, data
present at the last acknowledge phase is valid (output mode). Input data is lost.

Figure 11. READ Mode (Input Port)

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Product Specification

8-Bit Remote I/O Expander

PCF8574

Interrupt (See Figures 12 and
13)
The PCF8574 provides an open-drain output
(INT) which can be fed to a corresponding
input of the microcomputer. This gives these
chips a type of master function which can
initiate an action elsewhere in the system.

PCF8574
(8)

MICROCOMPUTER

An interrupt is generated by any rising or
falling edge of the port inputs in the input
mode. After time tlV the signal iNi is valid.

~~----+-----~----~----?~--~

Resetting and reactivating the interrupt circuit
is achieved when data on the port is changed
to the original setting or data is read from or
written to the port which has generated the
interrupt. Resetting occurs as follows:
• In the READ mode at the acknowledge
bit after the rising edge of the SCl
signal.
• In the WRITE mode at the acknowledge
bit after the HIGH-to-lOW transition of
the SCl signal.

Figure 12. Application of Multiple PCF8574s With Interrupt

DATA FROM PORT .

SLAVE ADDRESS
SDA

1

0A2A1A01A

R~W L ACKNOWLEi;;:~ROM SLAVE

START CONDITION

P

STOP..J
CONDITION

Each change of the ports after the resettings
will be detected and after the next rising clock
edge, will be transmitted as INT.
Reading from or writing to another device
does not affect the interrupt circuit.

Quasi-Bidirectional I/O Ports
(See Figure 14)
A quasi-bidirectional port can be used as an
input or output without the use of a control

Figure 13. Interrupt Generated by a Change of Input to Port P5
signal for data direction. The bit designated
as an input must first be loaded with a logic 1.
In this mode only a current source to VDD is
active. An additional strong pull-up to VDO
allows fast rising edges into heavily loaded

SLAVE AODRESS
SDA

S

0

START CONDITION

DATATOPORT

DATATOPORT

A

0A2A1AOO

L
R/W

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

outputs. These devices turn on when an
output changes from lOW-to-HIGH, and are
switched off by the negative edge of SCL.
SCl should not remain HIGH when a shortcircuit to Vss is allowed (input mode).

o

t

t
P3

P3

SCL
P3
OUTPUT

VOUAGE ____________----------------------------------~

~

~

~

c~~~~~----~----------------------------------------~~ L----------------------4-lFigure 14. Transient Pull-Up Current IOHt While P3 Changes From LOW-ta-HIGH and Back to LOW

December 2, 1986

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PCF8582

Signetics

Static CMOS EEPROM
(256 X a-bit)
Preliminary Specification
Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The PCF8582 is 2K-bit 5V electrically
erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM) organized as 256 by 8
bits. It is designed in a floating-gate
CMOS technology.

• Non-volatile storage of 2K-bit
organized as 256 X 8
• Only one power supply required
(5V)
• On-chip voltage multiplier for
erase/write
• Serial input/ output bus (I2C)
• Automatic word address
incrementing

As data bytes are received and transmitted via the serial 12C bus, an 8-pin DIP
package is sufficient. Up to eight
PCF8582 devices may be connected to
the 12C bus.
Chip select is accomplished by three
address inputs.

PIN CONFIGURATION

•
•
•
•

Low power consumption
One point erase/write timer
Power-on reset
10,000 erase/write cycles per
byte
• 10 years non-volatile data
retention
• Infinite number of read cycles
• Pin-and address-compatible to
PCD8571 and PCD8572

APPLICATIONS
• Telephone
• Radio and television
• General purpose

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

8-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-97A)

o to +70°C

PCF8582N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

-0.3 to 7

V

Vss-0.8 to
Voo+ 0.8

V

o to +70

°C

Voo

Supply voltage

Y,N

Input voltage, at Pin 4,
(input impedance 500n)

TA

Operating temperature range

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°C

I,

Current into any input pin

100

flA

10

Output current

10

mA

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A o D e v••
A1 2

7 RC

A23

6SCl

Vss 4

5 SDA
TOP VIEW
CD12090S

PIN NO.
1
2

3

SYMBOL
DESCRIPTION
AO
Address inputs/tesl
A1
A2
Mode select
Ground
vss
SDAJ
12C bus lines
SCl
RC
Input for timer constant
VDD

Positive supply

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Preliminary Specification

PCF8582

Static CMOS EEPROM

BLOCK DIAGRAM

SCL<4--..r-;;;;;;;;;:-,
~A~~--+L~::~J

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Voo = 5V; Vss = OV; TA = -40'C to + 85'C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
UNIT

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Voo

Operating supply voltage

100A

Operating supply current, REAO
(fSlC = 100kHz)

loow

Operating supply current, WRITE/ERASE

1000

Standby supply current (Voo

Min

Typ

Max

4.5

5

5.5

V

1

TSO

mA

1

TSO

mA

5

TSO

p.A

1.5
Voo + 0.8

V
V

= 5V)

Input SeL

Vil
VIH
V

Input/output SOA:
Input voltage lOW
Input voltage HIGH
Output voltage lOW

VOL

(IOl = 3mA, Voo = 4.5V)

10H

Output leakage current HIGH (VOH

-0.3
3

= Voo) Input leakage current

± liN

(AO, A 1, A2, SCl)1

fSCl

Clock frequency

CI

Input capacity (SCl, SOA)

tl

Noise suppression time constant at SCl and SOA input

tauF

Time the bus must be free before a new transmission can start

tHO, tSTA

Hold time start condition. After this period the first clock pulse
is generated

tlow
tHIGH

February 1987

0

0.25

0.5

0.4

V

1

jJ.A

1

p.A

100

kHz

7

pF

1

jJ.s

4.7

jJ.s

4

jJ.s

The lOW period of the clock

4.7

jJ.S

The HIGH period of the clock

4

jJ.s

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Signetics Linear Products

PCF8582

Static CMOS EEPROM

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) voo = 5V; vss = OV; TA = _40°C to + 85°C, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

tsu, tSTA

Setup time for start condition (only relevent for a repeated start
condition)

tHO, tOAT
tHO, tOAT

Hold time DATA for:
CBUS compatible masters
12 C devices2

tsu, tOAT

Setup time DATA

tR

Rise time for both SDA and SCl lines

tF

Fall time for both SDA and SCl lines

tsu, tSTO

Setup time for stop condition

Typ

Max

4.7

I1s

5
0

I1S
I1S

250

ns
1
300

4.7

I1S

ns
I1S

Erase/write timer constant
eEIW

Erase/write timing capacitor for erase/write cycle of 20ms

3.3

nF

RE/W

Erase/write cycle timing resistor

39

kn

NOTES:

I. Selection of the chip address is done by connecting the AD, AI, and A2 inputs either to Vss or VDD.
2. A transmitter must internally provide at least a hold time to bridge the undefined region (maximum 30ns) of the falling edge of SeL.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Characteristics of the 12C bus
The 12C bus is intended for communication
between different les. The serial bus consists
of two bidirectional lines, one for data Signals
(SDA), and one for clock signals (SCl). Both
the SDA and the Sel lines must be connected to a positive supply voltage via a pull-up
resistor.
The following protocol has been defined:
Data transfer may be initiated only when the
bus is not busy.
During data transfer, the data line must remain stable whenever the clock line is HIGH.
Changes in the data line while the clock line is
HIGH will be interpreted as control signals.
Accordingly, the following bus conditions
have been defined:
Bus Not Busy remain HIGH.

both data and clock lines

Start Data Transfer - a change in the state
of the data line, from HIGH to lOW, while the
clock is HIGH defines the start condition.
Stop Data Transfer - a change in the state
of the data line, from lOW to HIGH, defines
the stop condition.

February 1987

Data Valid - the state of the data line
represents valid data when, after a start
condition, the data line is stable for the
duration of the HIGH period of the clock
signal. The data on the line may be changed
during the lOW period of the clock signal.
There is one clock pulse per bit of data.
Each data transfer is initiated with a start
condition and terminated with a stop condition; the number of the data bytes transferred
between the start and stop conditions is
limited to two bytes in the ERASE/WRITE
mode and unlimited in the READ mode. The
information is transmitted in bytes and each
receiver acknowledges with a ninth bit.
Within the 12C bus specifications a low-speed
mode (2kHz clock rate) and a high-speed
mode (100kHz clock rate) are defined. The
PCF8582 works in both modes. By definition
a device that gives out a Signal is called a
"transmitter," and the device which receives
the signal is called a .. receiver". The device
which controls the signal is called the "master". The devices that are controlled by the
master are called "slaves".
Each word of eight bits is followed by one
acknowledge bit. This acknowledge bit is a
HIGH level put on the bus by the transmitter

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whereas the master generates an extra acknowledge-related clock pulse. A slave receiver which it addresses is obliged to generate
an acknowledge after the reception of each
byte.
Also, a master receiver must generate an
acknowledge after the reception of each byte
that has been clocked out of the slave
transmitter.
The device that acknowledges has to pull
down the SDA line during the acknowledge
clock pulse in such a way that the SDA line is
stable lOW during the high period of the
acknowledge related clock pulse.
Setup and hold times must be taken into
account. A master receiver must Signal an
end-of-data to the slave transmitter by not
generating an acknowledge on the last byte
that has been clocked out of the slave. In this
case the transmitter must leave the data line
HIGH to enable the master generation of the
stop condition.

12C Bus Protocol
The 12 C bus configuration for different READ
and WRITE cycles of the PCF8582 are shown
in Figures 1a and 1b.

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Static CMOS EEPROM

PCF8582

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

NO ACKNOWLEDGE
FROMMASrER

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROMMASrER

I
S

SLAVE ADDRESS

1

I
R/Vi

A

DATA

L - NBYTES
AUTO INCREMENT
WORD ADDRESS

AUTO INCREMENT
WORD ADDRESS
AF04612S,

NOTES:
1. After this stop condition the erase/write cycle starts and the bus is free for another transmission; the duration of the erase/write cycle is approximately 20ms if only one
byte is written, and 40ms if two bytas are written. During the erase/written cycle the slave receiver does not sand an acknowledge bit if addressed via 12C bus.
2. The second data byte is voluntary. Trying to erase/write more than two bytes is not allowed.

a. Master Transmitter Transmits to PCF8582 Slave Receiver (ERASE/WRITE Mode)
ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

R/Vi

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

R/Vi
AT THIS MOMENT MASTER
TRANSMITTER BECOMES
MASTER RECEIVER AND j - - - - - - '
PCF8582 SLAVE RECEIVER
BECOMES SLAVE TRANSMITTER

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM MASTER

NBYTES

AUTO INCREMENT
WORD ADDRESS

NO ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM MASTER

I

AUTO INCREMENT
WORD ADDRESS

b. Master Reads PCF8582 Slave After Setting Word Addl-ess (WRITE Word Address; READ Data)
Figure 1

12C Bus Timing
Figure 2 shows the 12C bus timing.

SDA

SCl

SDA

Figure 2. Timing Requirements for the 12C Bus
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SAB3013

Signetics

Hex 6-Bit DAC
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAB3013 is aMOS N-channel integrated circuit which provides 6 analog
memories controlled by a microcomputer.

• Replacement for 6 tlP-controlied
potentiometers
• 6-function analog memory; 01 A
converter with 6-bit resolution
• The output of the analog values
is pulse-width modulated with
adjustable repetition rate (max.

•

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

21.8kHz)

• Microcomputer-adapted
asynchronous serial interface for
data input (CBUS)
• Parallel operation of up to four
SAB3013 circuits is possible
• Serial CBUS-controlled

DESCRIPTION

SYMBOL
Vss
OSC
ClK

APPLICATIONS

ClB

•
•
•
•
•

7
8
9
10

DATA
OLEN
SAA
SAB
Voo
ClO

11
12
13
14
15
16

ANAl6
ANAl5
ANAl4
ANAl3
ANAl2
ANAl1

Television receivers
Radio receivers
Computer-controlled TVIradio
Industrial
Instrumentation

ORDERING INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE RANGE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT·38)

CD1193()S

PIN NO.
1
2
3

o to

ORDER CODE

70·C

DESCRIPTION
Ground (OV)
Oscillator output
Oscillator input
(Schmitt-trigger)

Asynchronous clock )
pulse.
CBUS
Data Input
Data line enable input
} Address inputs

Positive supply
Buffered oscillator
output

Analog outputs

SAB3013N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Voo

Supply voltage range

PARAMETER

-0.3 to +7.5

V

VI

Input voltage range

-0.3 to + 15

V

±II

Input current

100

ji.A

Vo

Output voltage (open drain outputs)

±Io

Output current (open drain/push-pull outputs)

Vss to 15

V

10

rnA

Po

Power dissipation per output

25

mW

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

250

mW

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

TSTG

Storage temperature range

November 14. 1986

o to

+70

-65 to + 150

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Product Specification

SAB3013

Hex 6-Bit DAC

BLOCK DIAGRAM
SA83013

ANAl1
OLEN

6
BIT
COUNTER

ClB

ANA12

C(

....

DATA

'"00
'"~

ANAL3

z

~
SAA

INPUT
CONTROL
&
lOAD
CONTROL

7

SAB

"w~
'"

RESET-..

ANALS
ClK
OSC
ClO

RESET

REFERENCE FOR

COMPARATORS

voo

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Product Specification

Hex 6-Bit DAC

SAB3013

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vss=o; TA = O°C to + 70°C; Voo = 4.5 to 5.5V, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Voo

Supply voltage

100

Supply current

UNIT

TEST CONDITIONS
Min

Typ

Max

4.5

5

5.5

V

35

rnA

Voo = S.SV

Inputs DATA, ClB, OLEN, SAA, SAB
Vil

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

0.8

V

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

2.0

12

V

IIR

Input leakage current

VI =-0.3 to +12V

1

pA

10=6mA

0.7

V

VOH = 15V

20

IlA

1000

pF

Outputs ANAL 1 to ANAl6 (open·drain)
VOL

Output voltage LOW

lOR

Output leakage current

Cl

Load capacitance

Input ClK
Vil

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

0.8

V

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

3.5

12

V

IIR

Input leakage current

1

IlA

tWH

Pulse duration HIGH

355

ns

tWl

Pulse duration LOW

355

ns

VI = -0.3 to 12V

Output ClO
VOL

Output voltage LOW

10 SOOpA

VOH

Output voltage HIGH

-10 = 1001lA

3.5

0.8

V
V

ns

Inputs DATA, ClB
tWH

Pulse duration HIGH

see Figure 1

450

tWL

Pulse duration LOW

see Figure 1

450

fClB

Input frequency CLB

ns

0

1

MHz

k.l1

Internal oscillator ClK/OSC

R

External resistor

27

1000

C

External capacitor

27

1000

pF

fClK

Clock frequency

1.4

MHz

fCLK

Frequency for
external oscillator

1.4

MHz

R = 27k.l1; C = 27pF

0.7
0.03

1.0

Timing (see Figure 1)
tSUOA

Data setup time
DATA ..... CLB

800

ns

tHOOA

Data hold time
DATA ..... CLB

300

ns

tSUEN

Enable setup time
OLEN ..... CLB

400

ns

tSUOI

Disable setup time
CLB ..... OLEN

400

ns

IsULD

Setup time
OLEN ..... CLB (load pulse)

1000

ns

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Measured with a voltage swing of
minimum VIH - Vil

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SAB3013

Hex 6-Bit DAC

~~----------------------~OO%
10%

V,L
V,H
CLB

---+-:~=----,...

V'L _ _ _

V,H
DATA

+-~

---+-oH-" -.I=::::--f-+""'IL+++--'1-==-++-"""'-'-

V,L _ _ _

ENABLE

DATA

DATA

DISABLE

LOAD

Figure 1. CBUS Timing

OLEN

CL8

H

H
DATA

L~""---

B

SYSTEM

ADORESS

LSB

MSB

LSB

MEMORY
ADDRESS

MSB

ANALOG VALUE

Figure 2. Waveforms Showing a CBUS Transmission

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Spec~ication

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Product Specification

SAB3013

Hex 6-Bit DAC

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The SAB3013 is designed to deliver analog
values in microcomputer-controlled television
receivers and radio receivers. The circuit comprises an analog memory and 01 A converter
for six analog functions with a 6-bit resolution
for each. The information for the analog memory is transferred by the microcomputer via an
asynchronous serial data bus.
The SAB3013 accomplishes a word format
recognition, so it is able to operate one
common data bus together with circuits having different word formats.
The data word of the microcomputer used for
the SAB3013 consists of information for addressing the appropriate SAB3013 circuit (2
bits), for addressing the analog memories
concerned (3 bits) and processing of the
wanted analog value (6 bits). The address of
the circuit is externally programmable via two
inputs. It is possible to address up to four
SAB3013 circuits via one common bus.
The built-in oscillator can be used for a frequency between 30kHz and 1.4MHz. The analog values are generated as a pulse pattern
with a repetition rate of fClK/64 (maximum
21.8kHz at fClK = I.4MHz), and the analog

November 14, 1986

values are determined by the ratio of the
HIGH-time and the cycle time. A DC voltage
proportional to the analog value is obtained by
means of an external integration network (Iowpass filter).

HANDLING
Inputs and outputs are protected against
electrostatic charge in normal handling. However, to be totally safe, it is desirable to take
normal precautions appropriate to handling
MaS devices.

• The start-bit must be LOW
• The system address bits must be
A=SAA and B=SAB
• The analog address must be valid
The data word for the SAB3013 consists of
the following bits (see Figure 2):
1 start-bit
2 system address bits (A and B)
3 address bits for selection of the required
analog memory
6 data bits for processing the analog value

ADDRESS INPUTS (SAA, SAB)
OPERATION DESCRIPTION
The data input is achieved serially via the
inputs DATA, OLEN and CLB. Clock pulses
have to be applied at input CLB for data
processing at input OATA. Data processing is
only possible when OLEN = HIGH. The data
from the data buffer is loaded directly into the
output latch on receipt of a load pulse at input
CLB (OLEN = LOW), provided the following
conditions are met:
• 12 clock pulses must be received at
input CLB (word format control) during
transmission (OLEN = HIGH)

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The address of the SAB3013 is programmed
at the inputs SAA and SAB. These inputs
must be defined and not left open-circuit.

Reset
The circuit internally generates a reset cycle
with a duration of one clock cycle after switching on the supply. If a spike on the supply is
likely to destroy data, a reset signal will be
generated. All analog memories are set to
50% (analog value 32/64) after the reset
cycle. The supply voltage rise dVDD/dt must be
maximum 0.5V I IlS and minimum 0.2V IllS.

SAB3035

Signetics

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The SAB3035 provides closed-loop digital tuning of TV receivers, with or without
AFC, as required. It also controls up to 8
analog functions, 4 general purpose 1/0
ports, and 4 high-current outputs for
tuner band selection.
The Ie is used in conjunction with a
microcomputer from the MAB8400 family and is controlled via a two-wire, bidirectional 12C bus.

FEATURES
• Combined analog and digital
circuitry minimizes the number of
additional interfacing components
required
• Frequency measurement with
resolution of 50kHz
• Selectable prescaler divisor of 64
or 256
• 32V tuning voltage amplifier

• 4 high-current outputs for direct
band selection
• 8 static digital-to-analog
converters (DACs) for control of
analog functions
• Four general purpose Inputl
output (1/0) ports
• Tuning with control of speed and
direction
• Tuning with or without AFC
• Single-pin, 4MHz on-chip
oscillator
• 12C bus slave transceiver

DAC3
DAC2
DACl
DACO

osc
FDIV
VCC2

P13
P12
Pll
Pl0

• Satellite receivers
• Television receivers
• CATV converters

VCC3

TOP VIEW
CD11950S

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

- 20·C to + 70·C

SAB3035N

26-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

N Package

APPLICATIONS

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

PIN CONFIGURATION

VCC1
VCC2
VCC3

Supply voltage ranges:
(Pin 16)
(Pin 22)
(Pin 17)

VSDA
VSCl
VCC2X
VAFC+. AFCVTI
VTUN
VCC1X
VFDIV
VOSC
VOAcx

Input! output voltage ranges:
(Pin 5)
(Pin 6)
(Pins 7 to 10)
(Pins 11 and 12)
(Pin 13)
(Pin 15)
(Pins 16 to 21)
(Pin 23)
(Pin 24)
(Pins 1 to 4 and 25 to 26)

RATING

UNIT

-0.3 to +16
-0.3 to + 16
-0.3 to +36

V
V
V

-0.3 to +16
-0.3 to +16
-0.3 to + 16
-0.3 to VCC1 1
-0.3 to VCC1 2
-0.3 to VCC3 1
-0.3 to VCC2 2
-0.3 to VCC1 1
-0.3 to +5
-0.3 to VCC1 1

V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

1000

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

·C

PIN NO.
1
2
3
4
5

6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

SYMBOL
DAC4
DAC5
DAC6
DAC7
SOA
SCL
P20
P21
P22
P23

DESCRIPTION

}
}

AFC+

AFCTI

14
15
16
17

GND
TUN
Vee,
Vee,

18
19
20
21
22

P10
PH
P12
P13
Vee,

23
24
25
26
27
28

FDIV
OSC
DACO
OAC1
DAC2
DAC3

1

Outputs of static DACs
Serial data line
Serial clock line

} 12C bus

General purpose
input/output ports

AFC inputs
Tuning voltage amplifier inverting
input
Ground
Tuning voltage amplifier output
+ 12V supply voltage
+ 32V supply for tuning voltage
amplifier

}

High-current band-selection
output ports
Positive supply for high-current
band-selection output circuits
Input from prescaler
Crystal oscillator input

}

Outputs of static DACs

NOTES:

1. Pin voltage may exceed supply voltage if current is limited to 10mA.
2. Pin voltage must not exceed laV but may exceed VCC2 if current is limited to 200mA.

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

SAB3035

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM

f1

CJ

PRESCALEA
VCC2

FDIV

VCC3

I

23
VCC3

21

[ffiJ

20

PORT 1

SAB3035

TUNER

CONTROL

CIRCUIT

SDAo--+--I

[E]

SCLo-=+-_..j

S

I.
18

I

12

10

TUNING CONTROL CIRCUIT

ml[)! AFCTI

PORT 2
CONTROL CIRCUIT

[B][§El

DEl

15
TUN

AFC+~~------~--------------------------------------~~-i
AF~~~------~------------------------------------~~~~

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Product Specification

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SAB3035

FLl Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

TA = 25°C; VCC1, VCC2, VCGa at typical voltages, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

VCC1
VCC2
VCC3

Supply voltages

10.5
4.7
30

12
13
32

13.5
16
35

V
V
V

Icc1
ICC2
ICC3

Supply currents (no outputs loaded)

20
0
0.2

32

50
0.1
2

rnA
rnA
rnA

ICC2A
ICC3A

Additional supply currents (A)
See Note 1

-2
0.2

IOHP1X
2

rnA
rnA

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TA

Operating ambient temperature

0.6

400

mW

-20

+70

°C

3

VCC1- 1

V

-0.3

1.5

V

12C bus inputs/outputs SDA input (Pin 5) SCL input (Pin 6)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH 2

VIL

Input voltage LOW

IIH

Input current HIGH 2

10

pA

IlL

Input current LOW2

10

pA

SDA output (Pin 5, open-collector)
VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 3mA

IOL

Maximum output sink current

0.4

V
rnA

5

Open-collector I/O ports P20, P21, P22, P23 (Pins 7 to 10, open-collector)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

2

16

V

VIL

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

0.6

V

IIH

Input current HIGH

25

pA

-IlL

Input current LOW

25

/lA

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 2mA

0.4

IOL

Maximum output sink current

4

V
rnA

AFC amplifier Inputs AFC+, AFC- (Pins 11, 12)
Transconductance for input voltages up to 1V differential:
AFCS1
0
0
1
1

gOO
g01
g10
g11

AFCS2
0
1
0
1

100
15
30
60

250
25
50
100

Tolerance of transconductance multiplying factor (2, 4, or 6)
when correction-in-band is used

-20

VIOFF

Input offset voltage

-75

VCOM

Common-mode input voltage

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio

50

PSRR

Power supply (VCC1) rejection ratio

50

II

Input current

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3

600
35
70
140

nAN
pAN
pAN
pAN

+20

%

+75

mV

VCC1- 2.5

dB
500

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SAB3035

Fll Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TA = 25°C: VCClo VCC2, VCC3 at typical voltage, unless
otherwise specified.
LlMtTS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Tuning voltage amplifier Input TI, output TUN (Pins 13, 15)
Maximum output voltage at ILOAD = ± 2.5mA

VTUN

VCC3- 1.6

VCC3 - 0.4

V

Minimum output voltage at ILOAD = ± 2.5mA:
VTMOO
VTM10
VTM11

VTMI1
0
1
1

-ITUNH

Maximum output source current

ITUNL

Maximum output sink current

ITI

Input bias current

PSRR

Power supply VCC3 rejection ratio

VTMIO
0
0
1

300
450
650

500
650
900

2.5

8
40

-5

mV
mV
mV
rnA
rnA

+5
60

nA
dB

Minimum charge IT to tuning voltage amplifier
TUHN1
0
0
1
1

CHoo
CH01
CH 10
CH 11

TUHNO
0
1
0
1

Tolerance of charge (or ilVTUN) multiplying factor when COIB
and/or TUS are used

ilCH

0.4
4
15
130

1
8
30
250

-20

1.7
14
48
370

iJAl/ls
/lA//lS
iJAl/ls
/lA//lS

+20

%

5.1
41
160
1220

/lA
/lA
/lA
/lA

+15

%

Maximum current I into tuning amplifier
TUHN1
0
0
1
1

ITOO
IT01
IT10
IT11

TUHNO
0
1
0
1

1.7
15
65
530

3.5
29
110
875

Correctlon-In-band
Tolerance of correction-in-band levels 12V, 18V, and 24V

ilVCIB

-15

Band-select output ports P10, P11, P12, P13 (Pins 18 to 21)
VOH

Output voltage HIGH at -IOH = 50mA3

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 2mA

-IOH

Maximum output source current3

IOL

Maximum output sink current

VCC2- 0.6

V

130

0.4

V

200

mA

5

rnA

FDIV Input (Pin 23)
VFDIV

(P-P)

Input voltage (peak-to-peak value) tRiSE and tFALL ,.;; 40ns

0.1

2

V

Duty cycle

40

60

%

14.5

fMAX

Maximum input frequency

ZI

Input impedance

8

MHz
kn

CI

Input capacitance

5

pF

OSC input (Pin 24)
Rx

Crystal resistance at resonance (4MHz)

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Fll Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TA = 25°C; VCCI. VCC2. VCC3 at typical voltage. unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

DAC outputs 0 to 7 (Pins 25 to 28 and 1 to 4)

= 12V4
= 12V4

VOH

Maximum output voltage (no load) at VOCI

VOL

Minimum output voltage (no load) at VCCI

10

11.5

0.1

1

tJ.Vo

Positive value of smallest step (1 least significant bit)

V

0

350

mV

Deviation from linearity

0.5

V

Zo

Output impedance at ILOAO = ± 2mA

70

n.

-IOH

Maximum output source current

6

mA

IOL

Maximum output sink current

8

V

mA

Power-down reset
VPO

Maximum supply voltage VCCI at which power-down reset is
active

tR

VOCI rise time during power-up (up to VPO)

7.5

9.5

5

V
JlS

Voltage level for valid module address

VVAOO
VVAOI
VVAIO
VVAII

Voltage level at P20 (Pin 7) for valid module address as a
function of MA1. MAO
MAO
MA1
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

-0.3
-0.3
2.5
VCCI-0.3

16
0.8
VCCI-2
VCCI

V
V
V
V

NOTES:
I. For each band-select output which is programmed at logic I. sourcing a current 10HP' x, the additional supply currents (A) shown must be added to
ICC2 and lee3. respectively.
2. If Vee, < tV, the input current is limited to IO/AA at input voltages up to 16V.
3. At continuous operation the output current should not exceed SOmA. When the output is short~circuited to ground for several seconds, the device may
be damaged.
4. Values are proportional to Vcc,.

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Product Specification

SAB3035

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The SAB3035 is a monolithic computer interface which provides tuning and control functions and operates in conjunction with a
microcomputer via an 12C bus.

Tuning
This is performed using frequency-locked
loop digital control. Data corresponding to the
required tuner frequency is stored in a 15-bit
frequency buffer. The actual tuner frequency,
divided by a factor of 256 (or by 64) by a
prescaler, is applied via a gate to a 15-bit
frequency counter. This input (FDIV) is measured over a period controlled by a time
reference counter and is compared with the
contents of the frequency buffer. The result of
the comparison is used to control the tuning
voltage so that the tuner frequency equals
the contents of the frequency buffer multiplied by 50kHz within a programmable tuning
window (TUW).
The system cycles over a period of 6.4ms (or
2.56ms), controlled by the time reference
counter which is clocked by an on-chip 4MHz
reference oscillator. Regulation of the tuning
voltage is performed by a charge pump frequency-locked loop system. The charge IT
flowing into the tuning voltage amplifier is
controlled by the tuning counter, 3-bit DAC,
and the charge pump circuit. The charge IT is
linear with the frequency deviation ~f in steps
of 50kHz. For loop gain control, the relationship ~ITI ~f is programmable. In the normal
mode (when control bits TUHNO and TUHN1
are both at logic 1, see OPERATION), the
minimum charge IT at ~f = 50kHz equals
250pAlp.s (typical).
By programming the tuning sensitivity bits
(TUS), the charge IT can be doubled up to 6
times. If correction-in-band (COIB) is programmed, the charge can be further doubled
up to three times in relation to the tuning
voltage level. From this, the maximum charge

IT at ~f=50kHz equals 26 X 23 X 250pAlp.s
(typical).
The maximum tuning current I is 875pA
(typical). In the tuning-hold (TUHN) mode
(TUHN is Active-LOW), the tuning current I is
reduced and, as a consequence, the charge
into the tuning amplifier is also reduced.

1118.

The minimum tuning voltage which can be
generated during digital tuning is programmable by VTMI to prevent the tuner from being
driven into an unspecified low tuning voltage
region.

The AFC has programmable polarity and
transconductance; the latter can be doubled
up to 3 times, depending on the tuning
voltage level if correction-in-band is used.

Eight 6-bit digital-to-analog convertersDACO to DAC7 - are provided for analog
control.

The direction of tuning is programmable by
using control bits TDIRD (tuning direction
down) and TDIRU (tuning direction up). If a
tuner enters a region in which oscillation
stops, then, providing the pres caler remains
stable, no FDIV signal is supplied to CITAC. In
this situation the system will tune up, moving
away from frequency lock-in. This situation is
avoided by setting TDIRD which causes the
system to tune down. In normal operation
TDIRD must be cleared.

CITAC goes into the power-down reset mode
when VCC1 is below 8.5V (typical). In this
mode all registers are set to a defined state.
Reset can also be programmed.

If a tuner stops oscillating and the prescaler
becomes unstable by going into self-oscillation at a very high frequency, the system will

INSTRUCTION BYTE

MA

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Control
For tuner band selection there are four outputs - P1 0 to P13 - which are capable of
sourcing up to 50mA at a voltage drop of less
than 600mV with respect to the separate
power supply input VCC2
For additional digital control, four open-collector 1/0 ports - P20 to P23 - are provided. Ports P22 and P23 are capable of detecting positive and negative transitions in their
input signals. With the aid of port P20, up to
three independent module addresses can be
programmed.

Reset

OPERATION
Write
CITAC is controlled via a bidirectional twowire 12C bus. For programming, a module
address, R/W bit (logic 0), an instruction byte,
and a datal control byte, are written into
CITAC in the format shown in Figure 1.

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

Figure 1. ,2C Bus Write Format

December 2, 1986

Setting both TDIRD and TDIRU causes the
digital tuning to be interrupted and AFC to be
switched on.

An in-lock situation can be detected by reading FLOCK. When the tuner oscillator frequency is within the programmable tuning
window (TUW), FLOCK is set to logic 1. If the
frequency is also within the programmable
AFC hold range (AFCR), which always occurs
if AFCR is wider than TUW, control bit AFCT
can be set to logic 1. When set, digital tuning
will be switched off, AFC will be switched on
and FLOCK will stay at logic 1 as long as the
oscillator frequency is within AFCR. If the
frequency of the tuning oscillator does not
remain within AFCR, AFCT is cleared automatically and the system reverts to digital
tuning. To be able to detect this situation, the
occurrence of positive and negative transitions in the FLOCK signal can be read (FLI
1Nand FL/ON). AFCT can also be cleared by
programming the AFCT bit to logic O.

MODULE ADDRESS

MA

react by tuning down, moving away from
frequency lock-in. To overcome this, the system can be forced to tune up at the lowest
sensitivity (TUS) value, by setting TDIRU.

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FlL Tuning and Control Circuit

The module address bits MAl, MAO are used
to give a 2-bit module address as a function
of the voltage at port P20 as. shown in
Table 1.

SAB3035

Table 1. Valid Module Addresses

Acknowledge (A) is generated by CITAC only
when a valid address is received and the
device is not in the power-down reset mode
(VCCl > 6.5V (typical).

Tuning

MAl

MAO

P20

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

Don't care
GND
Y2 VCCl
VCCl

Table 2_ Tuning Current Control

Tuning is controlled by the instruction and
data! control bytes as shown in Figure 2.
Frequency
Frequency is set when Bit 17 of the instruction
byte is set to logic 1; the remainder of this
byte together with the data! control byte are
loaded into the frequency buffer. The frequency to which the tuner oscillator is regulated equals the decimal representation of the
15-bit word multiplied by 50kHz. All frequency
bits are set to logic 1 at reset.

TUHN1

TUHNO

TYP.IMAX
(1lA)

TYP.ITMIN
(IlA/Ils)

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

3.5 1
29
110
675

11
6
30
250

TCOO
TCOl

-

tuning voltage amplifier (maximum 5nA).
However, it is good practice to program the
lowest current value during tuner band
switching.

The lowest current value should not be used
for tuning due to the input bias current of the

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

'.

"

"

D.

0,

D,

0,

0,

"

'0

D,

"

0,

DO

"

F14

F13

F12

Fll

FlO

F9

Fa

F7

F6

F5

F4

F3

F2

Fl

FO

-

TUWl

TUWO

TUS2

TUSl

TUSO

AFCP

FO'VM

TDIRO

TOIRU

VTMIO

AFCR1

AFCRO TUHN1

COIS1

COIBO

AFCSl

Figure 2. Tuning Control Format

4-56

TUHNO

AFCSO

AFCT

VTMI1

TC02

December 2, 1966

11
B
30
250

During tuning but before lock-in, the highest
current value should be selected. After lock-in
the current may be reduced to decrease the
tuning voltage ripple.

INSTRUCTION BYTE

"

=l1lF

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Tuning Hold
The TUHN bits are used to decrease the
maximum tuning current and, as a consequence, the minimum charge IT (at
Llf = 50kHz) into the tuning amplifier.

FREO

TYP. LlVTUNmln at C'NT
(IlV)

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Product Specification

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

SAB3035

Table 3. Minimum Charge IT as a Function of TUS Af = 50kHz;
TUHNO Logic 1; TUHN1 Logic 1

=

=

TYP.ITMIN
(mAlj.lS)

TYP. AVTUNmln at CINT
(mV)

TUS2

TUSl

TUSO

0
0
0
0

0
0

0
1
0

0.25 1
0.5
1

1

1

2
4
6
16

2
4
6
16

1

1
0
0
1

1

1
1

0
1
0

=11lF

0.25 1
0.5

Correctlon-In-Band
This control is used to correct the loop gain of
the tuning system to reduce in-band variations due to a non-linear voltage/frequency
characteristic of the tuner. Correction-in-band
(COIS) controls the time T of the charge
equation IT and takes into account the tuning
voltage VTUN to give charge multiplying factors as shown in Table 4.

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 4. Programming Correction-In-Band

COIBl

COIBO

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

The transconductance multiplying factor of
the AFC amplifier is similar when COIS is
used, except for the lowest transconductance
which is not affected.

CHARGE MULTIPLYING FACTORS AT
TYPICAL VALUES OF VTUN AT:

< 12V

12 to 18V

18 to 24V

> 24V

11
1
1
1

11
1
1
2

11
1
2
4

11
2
4
6

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 5. Tuning Window Programming
TUWl

TUWO

IAfl (kHz)

TUNING WINDOW (kHz)

0
0
1

0
1
0

01
50
150

01
100
300

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 6. AFC Hold Range Programming
AFCRl

AFCRO

I Af I (kHz)

AFC HOLD RANGE (kHz)

0
0
1

0
1
0

01
350
750

01
700
1500

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 7. Transconductance Programming
AFCSI

AFCSO

TYP. TRANSCONDUCTANCE (IlA/V)

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

0.25 1
25
50
100

NOTE:
1. Value after reset.

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Tuning Sensitivity
To be able to program an optimum loop gain.
the charge IT can be programmed by changing T using tuning sensitivity (TUS). Table 3
shows the minimum charge IT obtained by
programming the TUS bits at Af=50kHz;
TUHNO and TUHNl = logic 1.

Tuning Window
Digital tuning is interrupted and FLOCK is set
to logic 1 (in-lock) when the absolute deviation IAfl between the tuner oscillator frequency and the programmed frequency is smaller
than the programmed TUW value (see Table
5). If IAfl is up to 50kHz above the values
listed in Table 5, it is possible for the system
to be locked depending on the phase relationship between FDIV and the reference
counter.
AFC
When AFCT is set to logic 1 it will not be
cleared and the AFC will remain on as long as
I.::l.fl is less than the value programmed for the
AFC hold range AFCR (see Table 6). It is
possible for the AFC to remain on for values
of up to 50kHz more than the programmed
value depending on the phase relationship
between FDIV and the reference counter.
Transconductance
The transconductance (g) of the AFC amplifier
is programmed via the AFC sensitivity bits
AFCS as shown in Table 7.

•

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Signetics Unear Products

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

SAB3035

INSTRUCTION BYTE

:~

"

•

"

•

"
1

"

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

"

•

"

•

1

: : : : :

X2

0,

0,

0,

0,

0,

0,

0,

0,

P23

P22

P21

P2.

P13

P12

P11

Pl.

AX5

AX"

AX3

AX2

AXl

AX.

"

•

: :
Xl

•
X'

I

Figure 3. Control Programming

MODULE ADDRESS

I s l'

1

• • •

MA
1

PORT INFORMATION

TUNING/RESET INFORMATION

~A

1

I I

•

A

o

IJJ

I I
A

A

~~.

~:WN

ANiJ

P

AESN

MASTER

PI20

P'21

FOY

FU1N

P'22
Pl23

FLOCK

P22ION

FROMCITAC

P22/1 N

FLION

P23/0N
P2311 N
FRO M MASTER

Figure 4. Information Byte Format
AFC Polarity
If a positive differential input voltage is applied to the (switched on) AFC amplifier, the
tuning voltage VTUN falls when the AFC
polarity bit AFCP is at logic 0 (value after
reset). At AFCP = logic 1, VTUN rises.

Table 8. Frequency Measuring Window Programming

Minimum Tuning Voltage
Both minimum tuning· voltage control bits,
VTMll and VTMIO, are at logic 0 after reset.
Further details are given in the DC Electrical
Characteristics table.

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

FDIVM

PRESCALER DIVISION
FACTOR

CYCLE PERIOD
(ms)

MEASURING WINDOW
(ms)

0
1

256
64

6.4 '
2.56

5.12 '
1.28

trol) are shown in Figure 3, together with the
corresponding data/control bytes. Control is
implemented as follows:

Frequency Measuring Window
The frequency measuring window which is
programmed must correspond with the division factor of the prescaler in use (see
Table 8).

P13, P12, Pl1, P10 - Band select outputs. If
a logic 1 is programmed on any of the POD
bits D3 to Do, the relevant output goes HIGH.
All outputs are LOW after reset.

Tuning Direction
Both tuning direction bits, TDIRU (up) and
TDIRD (down), are at logic 0 after reset.

Control

P23, P22, P21, P20 - Open-collector 110
ports. If a logic 0 is programmed on any of the
POD bits D7 to D4 , the relevant output is
forced LOW. All outputs are at logic 1 after
reset (high impedance state).

The instruction bytes POD (port output data)
and DACX (digital-to-analog converter con-

DACX - Digital-to-analog converters. The
digital-to-analog converter selected carre·

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sponds to the decimal equivalent of the
DACX bits X2, Xl, XO. The output voltage of
the selected DAC is set by programming the
bits AX5 to AXO; the lowest output voltage is
programmed with all data AX5 to AXO at logic
0, or after reset has been activated.

Read
Information is read from CITAC when the R/
W bit is set to logic 1. An acknowledge must
be generated by the master after each data
byte to allow transmission to continue. If no
acknowledge is generated by the master, the
slave (CITAC) stops transmitting. The format
of the information bytes is shown in Figure 4.

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Product Specification

SAB3035

Fll Tuning and Control Circuit

Tuning/Reset Information Bits
GENERAL CALL ADDRESS

FLOCK - Set to logic 1 when the tuning
oscillator frequency is within the programmed
tuning window.
FL/1N - Set to logic 0 (Active-LOW) when
FLOCK changes from 0 to 1 and is reset to
logic 1 automatically after tuning information
has been read.
FL/ON - As for FL!1N, but is set to logic 0
when FLOCK changes from 1 to O.
FOV - Indicates frequency overflow. When
the tuner oscillator frequency is too high with
respect to the programmed frequency, FOV is
at logic 1, and when too low, FOV is at logic
O. FOV is not valid when TDIRU and!or
TDIRD are set to logic 1.
RESN - Set to logic 0 (Active-LOW) by a
programmed reset or a power-down reset. It
is reset to logic 1 automatically after tuning!
reset information has been read.
MWN - MWN (frequency measuring window,
Active-LOW) is at logic 1 for a period of
1.28ms, during which time the results of
frequency measurement are processed. This
time is independent of the cycle period.
During the remaining time, MWN is at logic 0
and the received frequency is measured.

When slightly different frequencies are programmed repeatedly and AFC is switched on,
the received frequency can be measured
using FOV and FLOCK. To prevent the frequency counter and frequency buffer being
loaded at the same time, frequency should be
programmed only during the period of
MWN = logic O.
Port Information Bits
P23/1N, P22/1N - Set to logic 0 (ActiveLOW) at a LOW-to-HIGH transition in the
input voltage on P23 and P22, respectively.
Both are reset to logic 1 after the port
information has been read.
P23/0N, P2210N - As for P23!1 Nand P22!
1N, but are set to logic 0 at a HIGH-to-LOW
transition.

Figure 5. Reset Programming

I

12C BUS TIMING (Figure 6)
12C bus load conditions are as follows:

4kQ pull-up resistor to + 5V; 200pF capacitor to GND.
All values are referred to VIH = 3V and VIL = 1.5V.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

tSUF

Bus free before start

4

p.s

tsu, tSTA

Start condition setup time

4

p.s

tHD, tSTA

Start condition hold time

4

p.s

tLOW

SCL, SDA LOW period

4

p.s

tHIGH

SCL HIGH period

4

tR

SCL, SDA rise time

1

p.s

tF

SCL, SDA fall time

0.3

p.s

tsu, tDAT

Data setup time (write)

1

tHD, tDAT

Data hold time (write)

1

tsu, tCAC

Acknowledge (from CITAC) setup time

tHD, tCAC

Acknowledge (from CITAC) hold time

0

p.s

tsu, tSTO

Stop condition setup time

4

p.s

tsu, tRDA

Data setup time (read)

tHD, tRDA

Data hold time (read)

0

p.s

tsu, tMAC

Acknowledge (from master) setup time

1

p.s

tHD, tMAC

Acknowledge (from master) hold time

2

p.s

Timings tsu.

tDAT

and

tHD, tDAT

Reset

4-59

p.s
p.s

2

deviate from the j2C bus specification.

After reset has been activated, transmission may only be started after a 50liS delay.

The programming to reset all registers is
shown in Figure 5. Reset is activated only at
data byte HEX06. Acknowledge is generated
at every byte, provided that CITAC is not in
the power-down reset mode. After the general call address byte, transmission of more
than one data byte is not allowed.

p.s

2

NOTE:

P123, P121, P120, PI - Indicate input voltage
levels at P23, P22, P21, and P20, respectively. A logic 1 indicates a HIGH input level.

December 2, 1986

HEX08

p.s

p.s

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Product Specification

SAB3035

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

SDA
(WRITE)

SCL

SDA
(READ) ----------+...z~----+_--'p'-------_"I.....,r__---+_'~

Figure 6. 12C Bus Timing SAB3035

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Signetics

AN157
Microcomputer Peripheral IC
Tunes and Controls a N Set
Application Note

Linear Products

Author: K.H. Seidler
The necessity for television set manufacturers to reduce costs, provide more features,
simplify tuning and incorporate remote control
has led to a need for all-electronic digital
tuning and control circuits. Naturally enough,
component manufacturers would prefer to
meet the need with a dedicated integrated
system which they can make in large quantities. This, however, is impractical because it
would not allow the set manufacturers to
satisfy the widely varying requirements of the
TV market. The most suitable system is
therefore one controlled by a standard microcomputer (e.g., one from the MAB/SCN8400
family), so that the variants can be accommodated by software. The only additional components that then need to be separately
integrated are those required for interfacing
and for performing functions that cannot be
handled by the microcomputer because of
speed, voltage or power consumption considerations. To minimize costs and maximize
performance, however, the partitioning of the
remaining functions and their allocation to
various integrated circuits peripheral to the
microcomputer must be carefully considered.
Figure 1 illustrates the control and tuning
functions in a basic TV set, and shows how
the circuitry is positioned within the cabinet.
Some of the functions are concentrated
around the microcomputer and mounted
close to the front panel to reduce the cost of
the wiring to the local keyboard and displays.
The tuning and analog controls are on the
main chassis. The only link between the
microcomputer and the main chassis is a 2wire bidirectional 12C bus which allows the
microcomputer to read tuning status and
other information from the main chassis, and to
write data regarding required frequency and
analog control settings to the main chassis.
The foregoing considerations have led to the
design of the SAB3035 integrated Computer
Interface for Tuning and Analog Control (CITAC). The SAB3035 is an 12C bus-compatible
microcomputer peripheral IC for digital frequency-locked loop (FLL) tuning and control
of analog functions associated with the TV
picture and sound. This is shown in block
form in Figure 2. The IC incorporates a
frequency synthesizer using the charge pump
FLL principle and contains the following circuits:
• 15-bit frequency counter with a
resolution of 50kHz
February 1987

• Charge pump and 30V tuning-voltage
amplifier

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

• AFC amplifier
• Logic circuitry for programming the
currents for the charge pump and AFC
amplifier

The SAB3035 is microcomputer-controlled
via an asynchronous, Inter-IC (12C) bus. The
bus is a two-wire, bidirectional serial interconnect which allows integrated circuits to communicate with each other and pass control
and data from one IC to another. The communication commences after a start code incorporating an IC address and ceases on receipt
of a stop code. Every byte of transmitted data
must be acknowledged by the IC that receives it. Data to be read must be clocked out
of the IC by the microcomputer. The address
byte includes a control bit which defines the
read/write mode.

• Four high-current band switches
• Four general-purpose I/O ports for
additional control functions
• A single-pin crystal-controlled 4MHz
reference oscillator
• Receiving/transmitting logic for the 2wire 12C bus
• Eight static DACs for control of analog
functions associated with the picture
and sound.

12c Bus

o
Vtuning

analog

control

I/O

r----- .....

L.:::===:~ ~

TELETEXT
II
DECODER
I
L.. _ _ _ _ ....J

~

CHASSIS

infrared link

CONTROl. PANEL

-- _. -t! - - -~ - ------remote
keyboard

Figure 1. Basic TV Control System

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Application Note

Microcomputer Peripheral IC Tunes
and Controls a TV Set

AN157

VCC2

22

AFC+ II
AFC- 12

osc

24

SDA 5
SCL 6

SAB3035

OAC7

OACS

OAC3

Figure 2. Block Diagram of the SAB3035

Frequency Synthesis Tuning
System
Vtuning

AFC+
AFC-

15· BIT
TUNING COuNTER

15-BIT
FREQUENCY
COUNTER

Figure 3. Block Diagram of the SAB3035
February 19B7

4-62

Figure 3 is the block diagram of the frequency
synthesizing system comprising a frequency·
locked loop (Fll) and an external prescaler
which divides the frequency of the voltage·
controlled local oscillator in the TV tuner by
64 or 256. The tuning section comprises a 15bit programmable frequency counter, a 15-bit
tuning counter, tuning control and zero detection logic, a reference counter and a charge
pump followed by a low-pass filter amplifier.
FDIV Input accepts frequency-divided local
oscillator signals with a level of more than
100mV and a frequency of up to 16MHz. The
frequency measurement period is defined by
passing the internally-amplified signal from
FDIV through a gate which is controlled by
the reference counter. The reference counter
is driven by a crystal-controlled oscillator, the
low level output of which is almost free from
high-order harmonics. This oscillator also
generates the internal clock for the IC. Before
starting the frequency measurement cycle,
the 15 bits of data in the latch register, which
represent the required local oscillator frequency, are loaded into the frequency counter. Pulses from the prescaler then decrement
the frequency counter for the duration of the
measurement period.

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Application Note

Microcomputer Peripheral IC Tunes
and Controls a N Set

AN157

The contents of the frequency counter at the
end of the measurement period indicate
whether or not the frequency of the local
oscillator in the tuner is the same as the
desired frequency, which was preloaded into
the frequency counter. If the frequency counter contents is zero after the measurement
period, a flag (FLOCK), which can be read by
the microcomputer serial bus, is set to indicate that the local-oscillator is correctly
tuned.
A frequency counter contents of other than
zero at the end of the measurement period
indicates that the tuner local oscillator frequency is either too high (contents below
zero) or too low (contents above zero). If it is
too high, an overflow flag which initiates the
"tuning down" function is set. To generate
the tuning voltage correction, the tuning
counter is loaded with the remaining contents
of the frequency counter at the end of the
measurement period, and then decremented
to zero by an internal clock. The duration of
the pulse applied to the charge pump is
proportional to the time taken to decrement
the tuning counter to zero, and therefore also
proportional to the tuning error. The frequency correction has a resolution of 50kHz.
The frequency measurement method of tuning used in the SAB3035 can also be easily
combined with analog AFC to allow tracking
of a drifting transmitter frequency within a
limited range. The required tuning mode (with
or without AFC) is selected and controlled by
software. By not testing some of the LSBs of
the contents of the frequency counter, tune-in
"windows" of ± 100kHz or ± 200kHz can be
defined. The corresponding AFC "windows"
are ± 400kHz or ± 800kHz. The SAB3035 also
contains the AFC control logic and amplifier.
To allow matching to a wide variety of tuners,
the tuning loop gain and tuning speed can be
adjusted over a wide range. To minimize
sound on picture, a "tuning hold" mode is
selectable in which the charge pump and
AFC currents can be reduced when correct
tuning has been achieved.

Bandswitching
The IC also incorporates four 50 mA current
sources with outputs at ports Pl0 to P13 for
executing band switching instructions from
the microcomputer. Bandswitching data is
stored in the data output register. The supply
voltage for the current sources is derived
from a separate input (VCC2) and is therefore
independent of the logic supply voltage
(VCC1)'

February 1987

NOTES:
Decreasing frequency (top)
Increasing frequency (bottom)

Figure 4. Using Some of the Selectable Charge Pump Currents
for Making 50kHz Tuning Steps in the UHF Band

1/0 Ports

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

There are four bidirectional ports P20 to P23
for additional control signals to or from the TV
receiver. Typical examples of these additional
controls are stereo/dual sound, search tuning
and switching for external video sources. The
output data for ports P20 to P23 is stored in
the port data register.

Special thanks are due to F.A.v.d.Kerkhof
and B.Strassenburg for their contributions,
and to M.F.Geurts for the electrical design of
the SAB3035.

Input data must be present during the read
cycle. Two of the inputs are edge-triggered.
Each input signal transition is stored and can
be read by the microcomputer via the serial
data bus. The stored data is cleared after
each read cycle.

Analog Controls
The SAB3035 includes eight static DACs for
controlling analog functions associated with
the TV picture and sound (volume, tone,
brightness, contrast, color saturation, etc.).
External RC networks are not necessary to
complete the Df A conversion. The control
data for the DACs is derived from the serial
data bus and stored in eight 6·bit latch
registers. The output voltage range at DACO
to DAC7 is 0.5V to 10.5V and can be adjusted
in 64 increments.

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REFERENCES
1. "SAB3035 (CITAC) eine universelle Mikrocoumputer-Pheripherie-IS fur Fernseh-Abstimm-und-Bedienkonzept", Valvo Technical Information 820128.
2. Windsor, B., "Universal-IC fur die Pheripherie", Funkschau 1982, Heft 14.
3. v.d.Kerkhof, FAM., "Microcomputer-controlled tuning and control systems for TV",
Electronic Components and Applications,
Vol. 1, No.4, August 1979.
4. "DICS digital tuning system for tv receivers", Philips Techn. Information 024, order·
ing code 9399 110 32401.
5. "Comprehensive remote control system for
TV", Philips Techn. Information 048, ordering code 9398 034 80011.
6. Seidler, K.H. and von Vignau, R., "Digitales
Abstimm-system", Funkschau, Heft 5,
1976.

Application Note

Signetics Linear Products

Microcomputer Peripheral IC Tunes
and Controls a TV Set

,2C bus SCL

AN157

SDA

DACl
OAC)
OACS
OAC7
DACO
OAC2
DAC4
OACS
ANAL.OG OUTPUTS !O,6V to 10,5V)

stop
search
1/0 PORTS

Figure 5. This Typical Example of the SAB3035 In a TV Tuning and Control System Shows how the Peripheral
Components Have Been Reduced to Three Capacitors, a Resistor and a 4MHz Crystal
NOTE:
Originally published as Technical Publication 097, Electronic Components and Applications, Vol. 5 No.2, February, 1983, the Netherlands.

February 1987

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SAB3036

Signetics

Fll Tuning and Control Circuit
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The SAB3036 provides closed-loop digital tuning of TV receivers, with or without
AFC, as required. It also controls 4
general purpose 1/0 ports and 4 highcurrent outputs for tuner band selection.
The IC is used in conjunction with a
microcomputer from the MAB8400 family and is controlled via a two-wire, bidirectional 12 C bus.

FEATURES
• Combined analog and digital
circuitry minimizes the number of
additional interfacing components
required
• Frequency measurement with
resolution of 50kHz
• Selectable prescaler divisor of 64
or 256
• 32V tuning voltage amplifier

• 4 high-current outputs for direct
band selection
• Four general purpose input!
output (I/O) ports
• Tuning with control of speed and
direction
• Tuning with or without AFC
• Single-pin, 4MHz on-chip
oscillator
• 12C bus slave transceiver

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

APPLICATIONS
• TV receivers
• Satellite receivers
• CATV converters

TOPYIEW
CDl1960S

PIN NO. SYMBOL
P20
P21
P22/AFC+

P23/AFCVCC1

TI

GND
TUN
VCC3

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

- 20·e to + 70·e

SAB3036N

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-102HE)

10
11
12
13
14

P10
P11
P12
P13
Veo,

15
16
17
18

FDIV
OSC
SDA
SCl

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

VCC1
VCC2
VCC3

Supply voltage ranges:
(Pin 5)
(Pin 14)
(Pin 9)

VSDA
VSCL
VP20. P21
VP22, P23, AFC
VTI
VTUN
VP1X
VFDIV
VOSC

Input! output voltage ranges:
(Pin 17)
(Pin 18)
(Pins 1 and 2)
(Pins 3 and 4)
(Pin 6)
(Pin 8)
(Pins 10 to 13)
(Pin 15)
(Pin 16)

RATING

UNIT

-0.3 to + 18
-0.3 to +18
-0.3 to +36

V
V
V

-0.3 to + 18
-0.3 to + 18
-0.3 to + 18
-0.3 to VCC1 1
-0.3 to VCC1 1
-0.3 to VCC3
-0.3 to VCC2 2
-0.3 to VCC1 1
-0.3 to +5

V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

1000

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·e

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

·e

DESCRIPTION

1
1General purpose input/output
General purpose
Input/output ports

ports and AFC inputs
+ 12V supply voltage
Tuning Yoltage amplifier
inverting input

Ground
Tuning voltage amplifier output
+ 32V supply for tuning
voltage amplifier

J High·current
band·selection
output ports
Positive supply for high-current
band-selection output
circuits
Input from prescaler
Crystal oscillator input
Serial data line
} 12C bus
Serial clock line

NOTES:
1. Pin voltage may exceed supply voltage if current is limited to 10mA.
2. Pin voltage must not exceed 18V but may exceed VCC2 if current is limited to 200mA.

December 2, 1986

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Product Specification

SAB3036

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM

f1

Vee1

r.t------ fl
.".

CJ

I.

osc"" ;;;;

7

,--FDIV

PRESCALER

Yy:. Yf:
b

I.

Vee1

POWER-DOWN

REFERENCE

DETECTOR

OSCILLATOR

t
SOA

sel

17
I'C
BUS

18

{![) "'pj2Q1
\,,;_;;.a

2

(![]~~n

3

•

TIME
REFERENCE
COUNTER

~MWN"
,-,_::...J
I FDIVM'

TUNER

ffi!I

-ql
I

15·81T

't

""P22I "'pi2i1 ~P'22i1
........ 1.,;_:.1\,,;_:..1
'P2'3' "'pi231 r p23j"1

I.

CD

r

~

15-BIT
FREOUENCY COUNTER

r-rov-' &..:._;;:.1
t'FLOC"'K'1 L.._...J
r-FLi-'
L.._'-I

3

12

11

FREOUENCV BUFFER

/

TUNING CONTROL. CIRCUIT

-I.:-~""-~

Cffi[) I AFCT I

PORT 2
CONTROL CIRCUIT

~IAFCRI

DIVISOR

SELECTOR

12-81T
TUNING COUNTER

I
l

I

I

3-81T

OAC

L

~

VCC3

I

I fUHN I
T

CHARGE
PUMP

8
IT

J

AFC

TUN
TUNING
VOLTAGE
AMPLIFIER

YCC~

AFC+

J.

AMPLIFIER~

AFC-

AFCP

AFCS

I

COIBj

CORRECTIONIN-BAND
CIRCUIT

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[E]

READ

----C:!!J

1

[§]
CIRCUIT

--r3

-0

"

PORT 1
CONTROL

SAB3036
WRITE

AOC

VCCJ

[!2Il

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Signetics linear Products

SAB3036

Fll Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C; VCC1, VCC2, VCC3 at typical voltages, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

VCCl
VCC2
VCC3

Supply voltages

10.5
4.7
30

12
13
32

13.5
16
35

V
V
V

ICCl
ICC2
ICC3

Supply currents (no outputs loaded)

14
0
0.2

23

40
0.1
2

mA
mA
mA

ICC2A
ICC3A

Additional supply currents (A) 1

-2
0.2

IOHP1X
2

mA
mA

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TA

Operating ambient temperature

0.6

300

mW

-20

+70

°C

3

VCCl -1

V

-0.3

1.5

V

12C bus Inputs/outputs SDA input (Pin 17); SCL input (Pin 18)

VIH

Input voltage HIGH 2

VIL

Input voltage LOW

IIH

Input current HIGH 2

10

p.A

IlL

Input current LOW2

10

p.A

SDA output (Pin 17, open-collector)
VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 3mA

IOL

Maximum output sink current

0.4

V
mA

5

Open-collector I/O ports P20, P21, P22, P23 (Pins 1 to 4, open-collector)

VIH

Input voltage HIGH (P20, P21)

2

16

~JJ.j

Input voltage HIGH (P22, P23) AFC switched off

2

VCC1- 2

V

VIL

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

0.8

V

V

IIH

Input current HIGH

25

p.A

-IiL

Input current LOW

25

p.A

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 2mA

0.4

IOL

Maximum output sink current

4

V
mA

.-

AFC amplifier Inputs AFC+, AFC- (Pins 3, 4)

goo
gOl
g10

911
LlMg

Transconductance for input voltage up to lV differential:
AFCSl
AFCS2
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

100
15
30
60

250
25
50
100

800
35
70
140

nAN
p.AN
!JAN
!JAN

+20

%

mV

Tolerance of transconductance multiplying factor (2, 4 or 8)
when correction-in-band is used

-20
-75

+75

3

VCCl - 2.5

VIOFF

Input offset voltage

VCOM

Common-mode input voltage

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio

50

PSRR

Power supply (VCC1) rejection ratio

50

II

Input current (P22 and P23 programmed HIGH)

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500

4-67

V
dB

.nA
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Signetics Linear Products

SAB3036

FLl Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C; VCC1, VCC2, VCC3 at typical voltages, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Tuning voltage amplifier Input TI, output TUN (Pins 6, 8)

= ± 2.5mA
= ± 2.5mA:

VTUN

Maximum output voltage at ILOAD

VTMOO
VTM10
VTM11

Minimum output voltage at ILOAD
VTMII
VTMIO
0
0
1
0
1
1

-ITuNH

Maximum output source current

ITUNL

Maximum output sink current

ITI

Input bias current

PSRR

Power supply (VCC3) rejection ratio

CHoo
CHQ1
CH 10
CHl1

Minimum charge IT to tuning voltage amplifier
TUHNI
TUHNO
0
0
1
0
1
0
1
1

;lCH

IToo
IT01
IT10
IT11

VCC3 -1.6

VCC3 - 0.4

300
450
650
2.5

500
650
900

mV
mV
mV

8

mA

40
-5

mA
+5

Tolerance of charge (or ;lVTUN) multiplying factor when COIB
andlor TUS are used
Maximum current I into tuning amplifier
TUHNI
TUHNO
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

1
8
30
250

-20

1.7
15
65
530

3.5
29
110
875

nA
dB

60

0.4
4
15
130

V

1.7
14
48
370

pAl/ls
pAl/ls
pAl/ls
pAlJ1S

+20

%

5.1
41
160
1220

/lA

+15

%

0.4

V

pA
pA
pA

Correction-in-band
;lVCIB

Tolerance of correction-in-band levels 12V, 18V and 24V

-15

Band-select output ports Pl0, Pll, P12, P13 (Pins 10 to 13)

= 50mA3

VOH

Output voltage HIGH at -IOH

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 2mA

-IOH

Maximum output source current3

IOL

Maximum output sink current

V

VCC2- 0.6

130

200

5

mA
mA

FDIV Input (Pin 15)
VFDIV (P-P)

Input voltage (peak-to-peak value)
(tRISE and tFALL ..;; 40ns)

0.1

2

V

Duty cycle

40

60

%

16

fMAX

Maximum input frequency

ZI

Input impedance

8

k!2

CI

Input capacitance

5

pF

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Product Specification

SAB3036

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C; VCC1, VCC2, Vcca at typical voltages, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

OSC Input (Pin 24)

Rx

Crystal resistance at resonance (4MHz)

150

n

9.5

V

Power-down reset
VPD

Maximum supply voltage VCC1 at which power-down reset is
active

tR

VCC1 rise time during power-up (up to VPD)

7.5
5

tJS

Voltage level for valid module address

VVAOO
VVA01
VVA10
VVA11

Voltage level at P20 (Pin 1) for valid module address as a
function of MAl, MAO
MAl
MAO
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

-0.3
-0.3
2.5
VCC1- 0.3

16
0.8
VCC1- 2
VCC1

V
V
V
V

NOTES:
1. For each band~select output which is programmed at logic 1. sourcing a current IOHP1X. the additional supply currents (A) shown must be added to
ICC2 and ICC3, respectively.
2. If VCC1 < 1V, the input current is limited to 10pA at input voltages up to 16V.
3. At continuous operation the output current should not exceed SOmA. When the output is short-circuited to ground for several seconds the device may
be damaged.
4. Values are proportional to VCC1.

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Product Specification

SAB3036

FLl Tuning and Control Circuit

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The SAB3036 is a monolithic computer interface which provides tuning and control functions and operates in conjunction with a
microcomputer via an 12C bus.

Tuning
This is performed using frequency-locked
loop digital control. Data corresponding to the
required tuner frequency is stored in a 15-bit
frequency buffer. The actual tuner frequency,
divided by a factor of 256 (or by 64) by a
prescaler, is applied via a gate to a 15-bit
frequency counter. This input (FDIV) is measured over a period controlled by a time
reference counter and is compared with the
contents of the frequency buffer. The result of
the comparison is used to control the tuning
voltage so that the tuner frequency equals
the contents of the frequency buffer multiplied by 50kHz within a programmable tuning
window (TUW).
The system cycles over a period of 6Ams (or
2.56ms), controlled by the time reference
counter which is clocked by an on-chip 4MHz
reference oscillator. Regulation of the tuning
voltage is performed by a charge pump frequency-locked loop system. The charge IT
flowing into the tuning voltage amplifier is
controlled by the tuning counter, 3-bit DAC
and the charge pump circuit. The charge IT is
linear with the frequency deviation L:.f in steps
of 50kHz. For loop gain control, the relationship L:.ITI L:.f is programmable. In the normal
mode (when control bits TUHNO and TUHNI
are both at logic 1, see OPERATION), the
minimum charge IT at L:.f = 50kHz equals
250llA liS (typical).
By programming the tuning sensitivity bits
(TUS), the charge IT can be doubled up to 6
times. If correction-in-band (COl B) is programmed, the charge can be further doubled
up to three times in relation to the tuning
voltage level. From this, the maximum charge

IT at L:.f = 50kHz equals 26 X 23 X 2501lAJ.lS
(typical).
The maximum tuning current I is 875p.A
(typical). In the tuning-hold (TUHN) mode
(TUHN is Active-LOW), the tuning current I is
reduced and as a consequence the charge
into the tuning amplifier is also reduced.
An in-lock situation can be detected by reading FLOCK. When the tuner oscillator frequency is within the programmable tuning
window (TUW), FLOCK is set to logic t. If the
frequency is also within the programmable
AFC hold range (AFCR), which always occurs
if AFCR is wider than TUW, control bit AFCT
can be set to logic 1. When set, digital tuning
will be switched off, AFC will be switched on
and FLOCK will stay at logic 1 as long as the
oscillator frequency is within AFCR. If the
frequency of the tuning oscillator does not
remain within AFCR, AFCT is cleared automatically and the system reverts to digital
tuning. To be able to detect this situation, the
occurrence of positive and negative transitions in the FLOCK signal can be read (FLI
1Nand FLlON). AFCT can also be cleared by
programming the AFCT bit to logic O.
The AFC has programmable polarity and
transconductance; the latter can be doubled
up to 3 times, depending on the tuning
voltage level if correction-in-band is used.
The direction of tuning is programmable by
using control bits TDIRD (tuning direction
down) and TDIRU (tuning direction up). If a
tuner enters a region in which oscillation
stops, then, providing the prescaler remains
stable, no FDIV signal is supplied to CITAC. In
this situation the system will tune up, moving
away from frequency lock-in. This situation is
avoided by setting TDIRD which causes the
system to tune down. In normal operation
TDIRD must be cleared.
If a tuner stops oscillating and the prescaler
becomes unstable by going into self-oscillation at a very high frequency, the system will

INSTRUCTION BYTE

MODULE ADDRESS

MA

MA

o
mab

l _

"

"

'.

"

mab

Figure 1. 12C Bus Write Format

4-70

Setting both TDIRD and TDIRU causes the
digital tuning to be interrupted and AFC to be
switched on.
The minimum tuning voltage which can be
generated during digital tuning is programmable by VTMI to prevent the tuner being driven
into an unspecified low tuning voltage region.

Control
For tuner band selection there are four outputs - PI 0 to P13 - which are capable of
sourcing up to 50mA at a voltage drop of less
than 600mV with respect to the separate
power supply input VCC2.
For additional digital control, four open-collector I/O ports - P20 to P23 - are provided. Ports P22 and P23 are capable of detecting positive and negative transitions in their
input signals and are connected with the
AFC+ and AFC- inputs, respectively. The
AFC amplifier must be switched off when P22
and lor P23 are used. When AFC is used, P22
and P23 must be programmed HIGH (high
impedance state). With the aid of port P20, up
to three independent module addresses can
be programmed.

Reset
CITAC goes into the power-down reset mode
when VCC1 is below 8.5V (typical). In this
mode all registers are set to a defined state.
Reset can also be programmed.

OPERATION
Write
CITAC is controlled via a bidirectional twowire 12C bus. For programming, a module
address, R/Vi bit (logic 0), an instruction byte
and a datal control byte are written into CITAC in the format shown in Figure 1.

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

RIW

December 2, 1986

react by tuning down, moving away from
frequency lock-in. To overcome this, the system can be forced to tune up at the lowest
sensitivity (TUS) value, by setting TDIRU.

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FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

The module address bits MA1, MAO are used
to give a 2-bit module address as a function
of the voltage at port P20 as shown in
Table 1.

SAB3036

Table 1. Valid Module Addresses
MAl

MAO

P20

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

Don't care
GND
1;2 Veel
Veel

Acknowledge (A) is generated by CITAC only
when a valid address is received and the
device is not in the power-down reset mode
(Veel > 8.5V (typical».

Tuning

Table 2. Tuning Current Control

Tuning is controlled by the instruction and
datal control bytes as shown in Figure 2.
Frequency
Frequency is set when Bit 17 of the instruction
byte is set to logic 1; the remainder of this
byte together with the datal control byte are
loaded into the frequency buffer. The frequency to which the tuner oscillator is regulated equals the decimal representation of the
15-bit word multiplied by 50kHz. All frequency
bits are set to logic 1 at reset.

TUHN1

TUHNO

TYP.IMAX
(IlA)

TYP.ITMIN
(1lA/Ils)

TYP. AVTUNmln at CINT = 11lF
(IlV)

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

3.5 '
29
110
875

l'
8
30
250

l'
8
30
250

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 3. Minimum Charge IT as a Function of TUS .Af
TUHNO = Logic 1; TUHN1 = Logic 1

Tuning Hold
The TU HN bits are used to decrease the
maximum tuning current and, as a conse·
quence, the minimum charge IT (at
Af = 50kHz) into the tuning amplifier.
During tuning but before lock-in, the highest
current value should be selected.
After lock-in the current may be reduced to
decrease the tuning voltage ripple.
The lowest current value should not be used
for tuning due to the input bias current of the
tuning voltage amplifier (maximum 5nA).
However, it is good practice to program the
lowest current value during tuner band
switching.

TUS2

TUSl

TUSO

TYP.ITMIN
(mAIllS)

0
0
0
0
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0

0.25 '
0.5
1
2
4
8
16

=50kHz;

TYP • .AVTUNmln at CINT
(mV)

=11lF

0.25 '
0.5
1
2
4
8
16

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Tuning Sensitivity
To be able to program an optimum loop gain,
the charge IT can be programmed by changing T using tuning sensitivity (TUS). Table 3
shows the minimum charge IT obtained by
programming the TUS bits at Af = 50kHz;
TUHNO and TUHN1 = logic 1.
DATA/CONTROL BYTE

INSTRUCTION BYTE

17
FREQ
TCDO

Te01

TCD2

I,

I,

I,

I,

I,

I,

I.

07

0,

0,

0,

0,

D,

D,

Do

FlO

F13

F12

F11

F10

F9

F8

F7

F6

F.

Fo

F3

F2

Fl

FO

-

-

AFCT

VTMIO

AFCA1

AFCRO TUHN1

VTMI1

COIBl

COIBO

AFCS1

Figure 2. Tuning Control Format

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TUHNO

TUWl

TUWO

AFCSO

TUS2

TUSl

TUSO

AFCP

FDIVM

TOIRD

TDIRU

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FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

Correctlon-In-Band
This control is used to correct the loop gain of
the tuning system to reduce in-band variations due to a non-linear voltage/frequency
characteristic of the tuner. Correction-in-band
(COIS) controls the time T of the charge
equation IT and takes into account the tuning
voltage VTUN to give charge multiplying factors as shown in Table 4.
The transconductance multiplying factor of
the AFC amplifier is similar when COIS is
used, except for the lowest transconductance
which is not affected.
Tuning Window
Digital tuning is interrupted and FLOCK is set
to logic 1 (in-lock) when the absolute deviation lall between the tuner oscillator frequency and the programmed frequency is smaller
than the programmed TUW value (see Table
5). If lafl is up to 50kHz above the values
listed in Table 5, it is possible for the system
to be locked depending on the phase relationship between FDIV and the reference
counter.
AFC
When AFCT is set to logic 1 it will not be
cleared and the AFC will remain on as long as
lafl is less than the value programmed for the
AFC hold range AFCR (see Table 6). It is
possible for the AFC to remain on for values
of up to 50kHz more than the programmed
value depending on the phase relationship
between FDIV and the reference counter.
Transconductance
The transconductance (g) of the AFC amplifier is programmed via the AFC sensitivity bits
AFCS as shown in Table 7.
AFC Polarity
If a positive differential input voltage is applied to the (switched on) AFC amplifier, the
tuning voltage VTUN falls when the AFC
polarity bit AFCP is at logic 0 (value after
reset). At AFCP = logic I, VTUN rises.
Minimum Tuning Voltage
Soth minimum tuning voltage control bits,
VTMII and VTMIO, are at logic 0 after reset.
Further details are given in CHARACTERISTICS.
Frequency Measuring Window
The frequency measuring window which is
programmed must correspond with the division factor of the prescaler in use
(see Table 8).

SAB3036

Table 4_ Programming Correction-In-Band

COIBI

COIBO

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

< 12V

12 to 18V

18 to 24V

> 24V

11
1
1
1

11
1
1
2

11
1
2
4

11
2
4
8

NOTE:
1. Values aiter reset.

Table 5_ Tuning Window Programming
TUWl

TUWO

lafl (kHz)

TUNING WINDOW (kHz)

0
0
1

0
1
0

01
50
150

01
100
300

NOTE:

1. Values atter reset.

Table 6_ AFC Hold Range Programming
AFCRI

AFCRO

It.fl (kHz)

AFC HOLD RANGE (kHz)

0
0
1

0
1
0

01
350
750

01
700
1500

NOTE:

1. Values after reset.

Table 7_ Transconductance Programming
AFCSI

AFCSO

TYP. TRANSCONDUCTANCE (IIA/V)

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

0.251
25
50
100

NOTE:
1. Value after reset.

Table 8_ Frequency Measuring Window Programming
FDIVM PRESCALER DIVISION FACTOR
0
1

256
64

NOTE:

1. Values aiter reset.

Tuning Direction
Both tuning direction bits, TDIRU (up) and
TDIRD (down), are at logic 0 after reset.

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CHARGE MULTIPLYING FACTORS AT TYPICAL
VALUES OF VTUN AT:

4-72

CYCLE PERIOD
(ms)

MEASURING WINDOW
(ms)

6.4 1
2.56

5.12 1
1.28

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Product Specification

SAB3036

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

Control

P13, P12, P11, P10 - Band select outputs. If
a logic 1 is programmed on any of the POD
bits D3 to Do, the relevant output goes HIGH.
All outputs are LOW after reset.
P23, P22, P21, P20 - Open-collector 1/0
ports. If a logic 0 is programmed on any of the
POD bits D7 to D4 , the relevant output is
forced LOW. All outputs are at logic 1 after
reset (high impedance state).

Read
Information is read from CITAC when the R/W
bit is set to logic 1. An acknowledge must be
generated by the master after each data byte
to allow transmission to continue. If no acknowledge is generated by the master the
slave (CITAC) stops transmitting. The format of
the information bytes is shown in Figure 4.
Tuning/Reset Information Bits
FLOCK - Set to logic 1 when the tuning
oscillator frequency is within the programmed
tuning window.
FL/1N - Set to logic 0 (Active-LOW) when
FLOCK changes from 0 to 1 and is reset to
logic 1 automatically after tuning information
has been read.

MODULE ADDRESS

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

INSTRUCTION BYTE

The instruction byte POD (port output data) is
shown in Figure 3, together with the corresponding datal control byte. Control is implemented as follows:

Figure 3. Control Programming
FL/ON - As for FLll N but is set to logic 0
when FLOCK changes from 1 to O.
FOV - Indicates frequency overflow. When
the tuner oscillator frequency is too high with
respect to the programmed frequency, FOV is
at logic I, and when too low, FOV is at logic
o. FOV is not valid when TDIRU andlor
TDIRD are set to logic 1.
RESN - Set to logic 0 (Active-LOW) by a
programmed reset or a power-down reset. It
is reset to logic 1 automatically after tuningl
reset information has been read.
MWN - MWN (frequency measuring window,
Active-LOW) is at logic 1 for a period of
1.28ms, during which time the results of
frequency measurement are processed. This
time is independent of the cycle period.
During the remaining time, MWN is at logic 0
and the received frequency is measured.
When slightly different frequencies are programmed repeatedly and AFC is switched on,
the received frequency can be measured
using FOV and FLOCK. To prevent the frequency counter and frequency buffer being

TUNING/RESET INFORMATION

loaded at the same time, frequency should be
programmed only during the period of
MWN = logic O.
Port Information Bits
P23/1 N, P22/1 N - Set to logic 0 (ActiveLOW) at a LOW-to-HIGH transition in the
input voltage on P23 and P22, respectively.
Both are reset to logic 1 after the port
information has been read.
P23/0N, P22/0N - As for P2311 Nand P22/
1N but are set to logic 0 at a HIGH-to-LOW
transition.
P123, P122, P121, P120 - Indicate input
voltage levels at P23, P22, P21 and P20,
respectively. A logic 1 indicates a HIGH input
level.

Reset
The programming to reset all registers is
shown in Figure 5. Reset is activated only at
data byte HEX06. Acknowiedge is generated
at every byte, provided that CITAC is not in
the power-down-reset mode. After the general call address byte, transmission of more
than one data byte is not allowed.

PORT INFORMATION

t l

tL~ESN
LWN

FROM MASTER

L-=:PI20
'----PI21

'---FOV

'-----Pl22
1-_ _ _ _ _ _ PI23

FUON
L-------FU1N
I--------FLOCK

' - - - - - - - - P22ION
1----------P22I1N

L - - - - - - - - - - F R O M CITAC

1------------P231ON
'-------------P23/1N
' - - - - - - - - - - - - - - F R O M MASTER

Figure 4. Information Byte Format

HEX06

GENERAL CALL ADDRESS

Figure 5, Reset Programming

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FLl Tuning and Control Circuit

SAB3036

12c Bus Timing
12C bus load conditions are as follows:
4kU pull-up resistor to + 5V; 200pF capacitor to GND.
All values are referred to V,H

= 3V

and V,L = 1.5V.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

tauF

Bus free before start

4

J1S

tsu. tSTA

Start condition setup time

4

/ls

tHD. tSTA

Start condition hold time

4

/ls

tLOW

SCl. SDA lOW period

4

J1S

tHIGH

SCl HIGH period

4

tR

SCl. SDA rise time

1

J1S

tF

SCl. SDA fall time

0.3

J1S

\su. tDAT

Data setup time (write)

1

tHO. tOAT

Data hold time (write)

1

tsu. tCAC

Acknowledge (from CITAC) setup time

tHO. \cAC

Acknowledge (from CITAC) hold time

0
4

\su. \sTO

Stop condition setup time

tsu. tRDA

Data setup time (read)

tHO. tROA

Data hold time (read)

tsu. tMAc
tHO. tMAC

J1S

/lS
/ls
2

/ls
J1S
J1S

2

J1S

0

/lS

Acknowledge (from master) setup time

1

/lS

Acknowledge (from master) hold time

2

/ls

NOTE:
1. Timings tsu. tOAT and tHO. tOAT deviate from the 12C bus specification.
After reset has been activated, transmission may only be started after a 50MS delay.

SDA
(WRITE)

seL

SO"

~EAD) --------------------+_~~--------+_~~~------------~_r--------r_~

Figure 6. 12 C Bus Timing SAB3036

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Signetics

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The SASSOS? provides closed-loop digital tuning of TV receivers, with or without
AFC, as required. It also controls up to 4
analog functions, 4 general purpose I/O
ports and 4 high-current outputs for
tuner band selection.
The IC is used in conjunction with a
microcomputer from the MAB8400 family and is controlled via a two-wire, bidirectional 12C bus.

FEATURES
• Combined analog and digital
circuitry minimizes the number of
additional Interfacing components
required
• Frequency measurement with
resolution of 50kHz
• Selectable prescaler divisor of 64
or 256

• 32V tuning voltage amplifier
• 4 high-current outputs for direct
band selection
• 4 static digital to analog
convertors (DACs) for control of
analog functions
• Four general purpose input!
output (1/0) ports
• Tuning with control of speed and
direction
• Tuning with or without AFC
• Single-pin, 4MHz on-chip
oscillator
• 12C bus slave transceiver

PIN CONFIGURATION

APPLICATIONS
• TV receivers
• Satellite receivers
• CATV converters

TOPVOEW
PIN NO. SYMBOL

DAC3
SDA
SCL
P20
P21
P22
P23

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

24-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-101A)

-20°C to + 70°C

SAB3037N

VCCI
VCC2
VCC3

PARAMETER

Supply voltage ranges:
(Pin 13)
(Pin 19)
(Pin 14)

VSOA
VSCL
VP2X
VAFC+. AFCVT1
VTUN
VP1X
VFOIV
VOSC
VOACX

Input/output voltage ranges:
(Pin 2)
(Pin 3)
(Pins 4 to 7)
(Pins 8 and 9)
(Pin 10)
(Pin 12)
(Pins 15 to 18)
(Pin 20)
(Pin 21)
(Pins 1 and 22 to 24)

PTOT

Total power disSipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

8
9
10

11
12
13

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

I

N Package

RATING

-0.3 to + 18
-0.3 to +18
-0.3 to +36

UNIT

V
V
V

-0.3 to +18
-0.3 to +18
-0.3 to + 18
-0.3 to VeCl 1
-0.3 to VCCI 1
-0.3 to VeC3 3
-0.3 to VCC2 3
-0.3 to VCCI 1
-0.3 to +5
-0.3 to VCC 1

V

1000

mW

-65 to +150

°C

-20 to +70

°C

V
V

,.

AFC+
AFCTO

}
1

GND
TUN
VCC1

VeC3

15
16
17
18
19

P10
P11
P12
P13

20
21
22
23
2.

FDIV
OSC
DACO
DAC2

1

12C bus

General purpose
input/output ports

AFC inputs
Tuning voltage amplifier inverting
input
Ground
Tuning voltage amplifier output
+ 12V supply voltage
+32V supply for tuning voltage
amplifier

}

High-current band-selection output
ports
Positive supply for high-current
band-selection output circuits
Input from prescaler
Crystal oscillator input

VCC2

DACl

DESCRIPTION

Output of static DAC
Serial data line
Serial clock line

}

Outputs of static DACs

V
V

V
V
V

V
V

NOTES:
1. Pin voltage may exceed supply voltage if current is limited to 10mA.
2. Pin voltage must not exceed 18V but may exceed VCC2 if current is limited to 200mA.

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Product Specification

SAB3037

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM

I1
D

PRESCALEA

'c",

FDIV

VeC3

'c",

IE)
SAB3037

,.
17

PORT 1

TUNER

CONTROL
CIRCUIT

IEJ
EJ

SOAo-+--.ot
SCLo-+-___1

,.

,.

I

12
TUNING CONTROL CIRCUIT

I TO'. II AFCT I

PORT 2
CONTROLCIACUIT

[BJ11§]

[E]

,.
rUN

C INT

,.

AFC'"

TI

AFe-

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SAB3037

Fll Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS T A = 25'C; Vccr, VCC2, VCC3 at typical voltages, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

VCC1
VCC2
VCC3

Supply voltages

10.5
4.7
30

12
13
32

13.5
16
35

V
V
V

ICC1
ICC2
ICC3

Supply currents (no outputs loaded)

1B
0
0.2

30

45
0.1
2

rnA
rnA
rnA

ICC2A
ICC3A

Additional supply currents (A) 1

IOHP1X
2

rnA
rnA

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TA

Operating ambient temperature

0.6

-2
0.2
3BO

mW

-20

+70

'C

3

Vcc-1

V

-0.3

1.5

V

12C bus Inputs/outputs SDA input (Pin 2); SCL input (Pin 3)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH 2

VIL

Input voltage LOW

IIH

Input current HIGH 2

10

p.A

IlL

Input current LOW2

10

/lA

SDA output (Pin 2, open-collector)
VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 3mA

IOL

Maximum output sink current

0.4
5

V
rnA

Open-collector I/O ports P20, P21, P22, P23 (Pins 4 to 7, open-collector)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

2

16

VIL

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

O.B

V

IIH

Input current HIGH

25

p.A
/lA

-IlL

Input current LOW

25

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 2mA

0.4

IOL

Maximum output sink current

4

V

V
rnA

AFC amplifier Inputs AFC+, AFC- (Pins B, 9)

gOO
g01
g10
g11

Transconductance for input voltages up to 1V differential:
AFCS1
AFCS2
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

100
15
30
60

250
25
50
100

BOO
35
70
140

nAIV
/lAIV
p.A1V
/lAIV

+20

%
mV

Tolerance of transconductance multiplying factor (2, 4 or B)
when correction-in-band is used

-20

VIOFF

Input offset voltage

-75

+75

VCOM

Common-mode input voltage

3

VCC1-2.5

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio

50

PSRR

Power supply (VCC1) rejection ratio

50

II

Input current

Ll.M g

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500

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SAB3037

FlL Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C; VCC1, VCC2, Vccs at typical voltages, unless
otherwise specified,
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Tuning voltage amplifier Input TI, output TUN (Pins 10, 12)
VTUN

Maximum output voltage at ILOAD = ± 2.5mA

VTMOO
VTM10
VTM11

Minimum output voltage at ILOAD
VTMI1
VTMIO
0
0
1
0
1
1

-ITUNH

Maximum output source current

VCC3- 1.6

300
450
650
2.5

-5

ITI

Input bias current

PSRR

Power supply Vccs rejection ratio

CHoo
CH01
CH1Q
CH 11

Minimum charge IT to tuning voltage amplifier
TUHN1
TUHNO
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

0.4
4
15
130

Maximum current I into tuning amplifier
TUHN1
TUHNO
0
0
1
0
1
0
1
1

ITOO
IT01
IT10
IT11

500
650
900

mV
mV
mV

8

rnA
rnA

+5

1
8
30
250

-20

1.7
15
65
530

3.5
29
110
875

nA
dB

60

Tolerance of charge (or AVTUN) multiplying factor when COIB
and/or TUS are used

ACH

V

40

Maximum output sink current

ITUNL

Vccs - 0.4

= ± 2.5mA:

1.7
14
48
370

/lA/ liS
/lA/ liS

+20

%

5.1
41
160
1220

/lA
/lA
/lA
/lA

+15

%

0.4

V

200

rnA

/lA/IlS

/lA/ liS

Correction-In-band
Tolerance of correction-in-band levels 12V, 18V, and 24V

AVcIs

-15

Band-select output ports P10, P11, P12, P13 (Pins 15 to 18)

= 50mA3
= 2mA

VOH

Output voltage HIGH at -IOH

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL

-IOH

Maximum output source current3

IOL

Maximum output sink current

V

VCC2- 0.6

130
5

rnA

FDIV Input (Pin 20)
VFDIV

(P-P)

Input voltage (peak-to-peak value) (tRISE and tFALL

< 40ns)

Duty cycle

0.1

2

V

40

60

%
MHz

fMAX

Maximum input frequency

ZI

Input impedance

14.5
8

kn

CI

Input capacitance

5

pF

OSC Input (Pin 21)
Rx

Crystal resistance at resonance (4MHz)

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FLl Tuning and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TA = 25°C; VCC1. VCC2. VCC3 at typical voltages. unless
otherwise specified.

LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

DAC outputs 0 to 3 (Pins 22 to 24 and Pin 1)
VDH

Maximum output voltage (no load) at VCCl

= 12V4

10

11.5

VDL

Minimum output voltage (no load) at VCCl

= 12V4

0.1

1

V

!:J.VD

Positive value of smallest step (1 least significant bit)

0

350

mV

Zo

Output impedance at ILOAD

-IDH

Maximum output source current

IDL

Maximum output sink current

Deviation from linearity

= ± 2mA

V

0.5

V

70

n

6

mA

8

mA

Power-down reset
VPD

Maximum supply voltage VCCl at which power-down reset is
active

tR

VCCl rise time during power-up (up to VPD)

7.5

9.5

5

V
flS

Voltage level for valid module address

VVAOO
VVAOl
VVA10
VVAll

Voltage level at P20 (Pin 4) for valid module address as a
function of MA 1. MAO
MA1
MAO
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1

-0.3
-0.3
2.5
VCC1- 0.3

16
0.8
VCCl- 2
VCCl

V
V
V
V

NOTES:
1. For each band-select output which is programmed at logic 1, sourcing a current IOHP1X, the additional supply currents (A) shown must be added to

ICC2 and ICG3. respectively.
2. If VCC1 < 1V, the input current is limited to 10pA at input voltages up to 16V.
3. At continuous operation the output current should not exceed 50mA. When the output is short-circuited to ground for several seconds the device may

be damaged.
4. Values are proportional to VCC1.

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SAB3037

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The SAB3037 is a monolithic computer interface which provides tuning and control functions and operates in conjunction with a
microcomputer via an 12C bus.

Tuning
This is performed using frequency-locked
loop digital control. Data corresponding to the
required tuner frequency is stored in a 1S-bit
frequency buffer. The actual tuner frequency,
divided by a factor of 2S6 (or by 64) by a
prescaler, is applied via a gate to a 1S-bit
frequency counter. This input (FDIV) is measured over a period controlled by a time
reference counter and is compared with the
contents of the frequency buffer. The result of
the comparison is used to control the tuning
voltage so that the tuner frequency equals
the contents of the frequency buffer multiplied by SOkHz within a programmable tuning
window (TUW).
The system cycles over a period of 6.4ms (or
2.S6ms), controlled by the time reference
counter which is clocked by an on-chip 4MHz
reference oscillator. Regulation of the tuning
voltage is performed by a charge pump frequency-locked loop system. The charge IT
flowing into the tuning voltage amplifier is
controlled by the tuning counter, 3-bit DAC
and the charge pump circuit. The charge IT is
linear with the frequency deviation Ilf in steps
of SOkHz. For loop gain control, the relationship IlIT/ Ilf is programmable. In the nomnal
mode (when control bits TUHNO and TUHN1
are both at logic 1 (see OPERATION) the
minimum charge IT at Ilf = SOkHz equals
2S0pA/ jIS (typical).
Sy programming the tuning sensitivity bits
(TUS), the charge IT can be doubled up to 6
times. If correction-in-band (COIS) is programmed, the charge can be further doubled
up to three times in relation to the tuning
voltage level. From this, the maximum charge

IT at Ilf = SOkHz equals 26 X 23 X 2S0pA/
jIS (typical).
The maximum tuning current I is 87SpA
(typical). In the tuning-hold (TUHN) mode
(TUHN is Active-LOW), the tuning current I is
reduced and as a consequence the charge
into the tuning amplifier is also reduced.
An in-lock situation can be detected by reading FLOCK. When the tuner oscillator frequency is within the programmable tuning
window (TUW), FLOCK is set to logiC 1. If the
frequency is also within the programmable
AFC hold range (AFCR), which always occurs
if AFCR is wider than TUW, control bit AFCT
can be set to logiC 1. When set, digital tuning
will be switched off, AFC will be switched on
and FLOCK will stay at logic 1 as long as the
oscillator frequency is within AFCR. If the
frequency of the tuning oscillator does not
remain within AFCR, AFCT is cleared automatically and the system reverts to digital
tuning. To be able to detect this situation, the
occurrence of positive and negative transitions in the FLOCK signal can be read (FL/
1Nand FLlON). AFCT can also be cleared by
programming the AFCT bit to logiC O.

The minimum tuning voltage which can be
generated during digital tuning is programmable by VTM I to prevent the tuner from being
driven into an unspecified low tuning voltage
region.

Control
For tuner band selection there are four outputs - PI 0 to P13 - which are capable of
sourcing up to SOmA at a voltage drop of less
than 600mV with respect to the separate
power supply input VCC2.
For additional digital control, four open-collector I/O ports - P20 to P23 - are provided. Ports P22 and P23 are capable of detecting positive and negative transitions in their
input Signals. With the aid of port P20, up to
three independent module addresses can be
programmed.
Four 6-bit digital-to-analog convertersDACO to DAC3 - are provided for analog
control.

The direction of tuning is programmable by
using control bits TDIRD (tuning direction
down) and TDIRU (tuning direction up). If a
tuner enters a region in which oscillation
stops, then, providing the prescaler remains
stable, no FDIV signal is supplied to CITAC. In
this situation the system will tune up, moving
away from frequency lock-in. This situation is
avoided by setting TDIRD which causes the
system to tune down. In normal operation
TDIRD must be cleared.

CITAC goes into the power-down reset mode
when Vcc, is below 8.SV (typical). In this
mode all registers are set to a defined state.
Reset can also be programmed.

If a tuner stops oscillating and the prescaler

INSTRUCTION BYTE

MODULE ADDRESS

"

"

"

"

msb

Figure 1. 12 C Bus Write Format

4-80

Reset

OPERATION
Write
CITAC is controlled via a bidirectional twowire 12C bus. For programming, a module
address, R/W bit (logic 0), an instruction byte
and a data/control byte are written into CITAC in the format shown in Figure 1.

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

MA

LRM

December 2, 1986

Setting both TDIRD and TDIRU causes the
digital tuning to be interrupted and AFC to be
switched on.

The AFC has programmable polarity and
transconductance; the latter can be doubled
up to 3 times, depending on the tuning
voltage level if correction-in-band is used.

becomes unstable by going into self-oscillation at a very high frequency, the system will

MA

react by tuning down, moving away from
frequency lock-in. To overcome this, the system can be forced to tune up at the lowest
sensitivity (TUS) value, by setting TDIRU.

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SAB3037

FlL Tuning and Control Circuit

The module address bits MAl, MAO are used
to give a 2-bit module address as a function
of the voltage at port P20 as shown in
Table 1.

Table 1. Valid Module Addresses

Acknowledge (A) is generated by CITAC only
when a valid address is received and the
device is not in the power-down reset mode
(Vee, > 8.5V (typical».

Tuning

MAl

MAO

P20

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

Don't care
GND
1.12 Vee,
Vee,

Table 2. Tuning Current Control

Tuning is controlled by the instruction and
datal control bytes as shown in Figure 2.
Frequency
Frequency is set when Bit 17 of the instruction
byte is set to logic 1; the remainder of this
byte together with the datal control byte are
loaded into the frequency buffer. The frequency to which the tuner oscillator is regulated equals the decimal representation of the
15-bit word multiplied by 50kHz. All frequency
bits are set to logic 1 at reset.

TUHNl

TUHNO

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

TYP.IMAX
(MA)

TYP.ITMIN
(/lA//ls)

3.5'
29
110
875

l'
8
30
250

FREO

"

"

Fl.

F13

F12

11
8
30
250

1. Values after reset.

tuning voltage amplifier (maximum 5nA).
However, it is good practice to program the
lowest current value during tuner band
switching.

During tuning but before lock-in, the highest
current value should be selected. After lock-in
the current may be reduced to decrease the
tuning voltage ripple.
The lowest current value should not be used
for tuning due to the input bias current of the

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

INSTRUCTION BYTE

'.

=l/lF

NOTE:

Tuning Hold
The TUHN bits are used to decrease the
maximum tuning current and, as a consequence, the minimum charge IT (at
L.lf = 50kHz) into the tuning amplifier.

'7

TYP. L.IVrUNmin at C'NT
(/lV)

'3

'2

"

'.

07

Fll

FlO

F9

F8

F7

F6

F5

AFCT

VTMIO

AFCR1

AFCRO TUHN1

VTMI1

COl81

COIBO

AFCS1

D.

0,

0,

03

O2

0,

F'

F3

F2

Fl

FO

TUHNO

TUWl

TUWO

DO

TCDO

-

TCD1

AFCSO

TUS2

TUS1

TUSO

AFCP

FOIVM

TDIRO

TDIRU

TCD2

Figure 2. Tuning Control Format

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SAB3037

Table 3. Minimum Charge IT as a Function of TUS il.f:::; 50kHz;
TUHNO Logic 1; TUHN1 Logic 1

=

=

TUS2

TUS1

TUSO

TYP.ITMIN
(mAIlls)

TYP. Ll-VTUNmin at CINT = 11lF
(mV)

0
0
0
0
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0

0.25 1
0.5
1
2
4
8
16

0.25 1
0.5
1

!

Correction·ln·Band
This control is used to correct the loop gain of
the tuning system to reduce in-band variations due to a non-linear voltage/frequency
characteristic of the tuner. Correction-in-band
(COIS) controls the time T of the charge
equation IT and takes into account the tuning
voltage VTUN to give charge multiplying factors as shown in Table 4.

2
4
8
16

I

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 4. Programming Correction-In-Band

COIB1

COIBO

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

The transconductance multiplying factor of
the AFC amplifier is similar when COIS is
used, except for the lowest transconductance
which is not affected.

CHARGE MULTIPLYING FACTORS AT
TYPICAL VALUES OF VTUN AT:

< 12V

12 to 18V

18 to 24V

> 24V

11
1
1
1

11
1
1
2

11
1
2
4

11
2
4

8

NOTE:
1, Values after reset.

Table 5. Tuning Window Programming
TUW1

TUWO

0
0
1

0
1
0

I

I

!Ll-f I (kHz)

TUNING WINDOW (kHz)

01
50
150

01
100
300

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 6. AFC Hold Range Programming
AFCR1

AFCRO

I Ll-f I (kHz)

AFC HOLD RANGE (kHz)

0
0
1

0
1
0

01
350
750

01
700
1500

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Table 7. Transconductance Programming
AFCS1

AFCSO

TYP. TRANSCONDUCTANCE (pA/V)

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

0.25 1
25
50
100

NOTE:
1. Values atter reset.

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Tuning Sensitivity
To be able to program an optimum loop gain,
the charge IT can be programmed by chang·
ing T using tuning sensitivity (TUS). Table 3
shows the minimum charge IT obtained by
programming the TUS bits at Ll-f = 50kHz;
TUHNO and TUHNl = logic 1.

Tuning Window
Digital tuning is interrupted and FLOCK is set
to logic 1 (in-lock) when the absolute deviation ILl-II between the tuner oscillator frequency and the programmed frequency is smaller
than the programmed TUW value (see Table
5). If ILl-fl is up to 50kHz above the values
listed in Table 5, it is possible for the system
to be locked depending on the phase relationship between FDIV and the reference
counter.
AFC
When AFCT is set to logic 1 it will not be
cleared and the AFC will remain on as long as
ILl-fl is less than the value programmed for the
AFC hold range AFCR (see Table 6). It is
possible for the AFC to remain on for values
of up to 50kHz more than the programmed
value depending on the phase relationship
between FDIV and the reference counter.
Transconductance
The transconductance (g) of the AFC amplifier is programmed via the AFC sensitivity bits
AFCS as shown in Table 7.

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SAB3037

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

'NSTRUCTION BYTE

:~

"

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

"

"

'.

"

"

0

1

0

1

0

:

: : :

'.

"

0

0

: : :
X,

XO

I

0,

0,

P23

P22

0,

D.

0,

0,

0,

P21

P20

AX.

AX.

P13

P12

Pl1

AX3

AX2

AX'

D.

Pl0
AXO

I

Figure 3. Control Programming

86
MA

PORT INFORMATION

TUNING/RESET INFORMATION

MODULE ADDRESS

85

84

83

82

8,

MA

'--_ _ _ _ _ _ _ P22ION

'--________ P221,"

'-------FLOCK
' - - - - - - - - - - F R O M CITAC

'----------P23/0N

'-------------P23/'N
' - - - - - - - - - - - - - - F R O M MASTER

Figure 4. Information Byte Format
AFC Polarity
If a positive differential input voltage is ap·
plied to the (switched-on) AFC amplifier, the
tuning voltage VTUN falls when the AFC
polarity bit AFCP is at logic
(value after
reset). At AFCP = logic 1, VTUN rises.

Table 8. Frequency Measuring Window Programming

Minimum Tuning Voltage
Both minimum tuning voltage control bits,
VTMll and VTMIO, are at logic after reset.
Further details are given in the DC Electrical
Characteristics table.

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

°

°

Frequency Measuring Window
The frequency measuring window which is
programmed must correspond with the division factor of the prescaler in use
(see Table 8).
Tuning Direction
Both tuning direction bits, TDIRU (up) and
TDIRD (down), are at logic
after reset.

°

Control
The instruction bytes POD (port output data)
and DACX (digital-to-analog converter con-

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PRESCALER DIVISION
FACTOR

CYCLE PERIOD
(ms)

MEASURING WINDOW
(ms)

°

256
64

6.4 '
2.56

5.12 '
1.28

1

trol) are shown in Figure 5, together with the
corresponding datal control bytes. Control is
implemented as follows:
P13, P12, Pl1, Pl0 - Band select outputs. If
a logic 1 is programmed on any of the POD
bits D3 to Do, the relevant output goes High.
All outputs are Low after reset.
P23, P22, P21, P20 - Open-collector 1/0
ports. If a logic 0 is programmed on any of the
POD bits D7 to D4 , the relevant output is
forced LOW. All outputs are at logic 1 after
reset (high impedance state).
DACX - Digital-to-analog converters. The
digital-to-analog converter selected corre-

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sponds to the decimal equivalent of the
DACX bits Xl, XO. The output voltage of the
selected DAC is set by programming the bits
AX5 to AXO; the lowest output voltage is
programmed with all data AX5 to AXO at logic
0, or after reset has been activated.

Read
Information is read from CITAC when the
R/W bit is set to logic 1. An acknowledge
must be generated by the master after each
data byte to allow transmission to continue. If
no acknowledge is generated by the master,
the slave (CITAC) stops transmitting. The
format of the information bytes is shown in
Figure 4.

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Product Specification

FLL Tuning and Control Circuit

SAB3037

Tuning/Reset Information Bits

Is I

0 : 0 : 0 : 0 : 0: 0 : 0 : 0

FL/1N - Set to logic 0 (Active-LOW) when
FLOCK changes from 0 to 1 and is reset to
logic 1 automatically after tuning information
has been read.

12C BUS TIMING (Figure 6)

FOV - Indicates frequency overflow. When
the tuner oscillator frequency is too high with
respect to the programmed frequency, FOV is
at logic 1, and when too low, FOV is at logic
O. FOV is not valid when TDIRU and/or
TDIRD are set to logic 1.

12 C

MWN - MWN (frequency measuring window,
Active-LOW) is at logic 1 for a period of
1.28ms, during which time the results of
frequency measurement are processed. This
time is independent of the cycle period.
During the remaining time, MWN is at logic 0
and the received frequency is measured.

I AI

0 : 0 : 0: 0 : 0 : 1 : 1 : 0

I AI

p

I

Figure 5. Reset Programming

FL/ON - As for FL/1 N but is set to logic 0
when FLOCK changes from 1 to O.

RESN - Set to logic 0 (Active-LOW) by a
programmed reset or a power-down-reset. It
is reset to logic 1 automatically after tuning/
reset information has been read.

HEX08

GENERAL CALL ADDRESS

FLOCK - Set to logic 1 when the tuning
oscillator frequency is within the programmed
tuning window.

bus load conditions are as follows:

4kr! pull-up resistor to + 5V; 200pF capacitor to GND.
All values are referred to VIH

= 3V

and VIL = 1.5V.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

tSUF

Bus free before start

4

!.Is

tsu, tSTA

Start condition setup time

4

j.IS

tHD, tSTA

Start condition hold time

4

j.IS

tLOW

SCL, SDA LOW period

4

j.IS

tHIGH

SCL HIGH period

4

tR

SCL, SDA rise time

1

j.IS

tF

SCL, SDA fall time

0.3

j.IS

tsu, tDAT

Data setup time (write)

1

j.IS

tHD, tDAT

Data hold time (write)

1

!.Is

tsu, tCAG

Acknowledge (from CITAC) setup time

j.IS

When slightly different frequencies are programmed repeatedly and AFC is switched on,
the received frequency can be measured
using FOV and FLOCK. To prevent the frequency counter and frequency buffer being
loaded at the same time, frequency should be
programmed only during the period of
MWN = logic O.

tHD, tGAG

Acknowledge (from CITAC) hold time

0

tsu, tsTO

Stop condition setup time

4

Port Information Bits

tsu, tRDA

Data setup time (read)

P23/1 N, P22/1 N -

tHD, tRDA

Data hold time (read)

0

j.IS

tsu, tMAG

Acknowledge (from master) setup time

1

j.IS

tHD, tMAG

Acknowledge (from master) hold time

2

j.IS

Set to logic 0 (ActiveLOW) at a LOW-to-HIGH transition in the
input voltage on P23 and P22, respectively.
Both are reset to logic 1 after the port
information has been read.
P23/0N, P22/0N - As for P23/1 Nand P22/
1N but are set to logic 0 at a HIGH-to-LOW
transition.

!.IS
2

1. Timings tsu. tDAT and tHD. tDAT deviate from the 12C bus specification.
After reset has been activated, transmission may only be started after a SOilS delay.

Reset
The programming to reset all registers is
shown in Figure 5. Reset is activated only at
data by1e HEX 06. Acknowledge is generated
at every by1e, provided that CITAC is not in
the power-down reset mode. After the general call address by1e, transmission of more
than one data by1e is not allowed.

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!.Is
!.IS

NOTE:

P123, P122, P121, PI20 - Indicate input
voltage levels at P23, P22, P21 and P20,
respectively. A logic 1 indicates a HIGH input
level.

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j.IS

Product Specification

Signetlcs Linear Products

SAB3037

FlL Tuning and Control Circuit

SDA
(WRITE)

IF

•

to

SOL

SDA
(R~D)

__________________

-+~~

________

+_~~~----------~~~------+_,

Figure 6. 12c Bus Timing SAB3037

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TDA8400

Signetics

FLL Tuning Circuit With
Prescaler
Product Specification
Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA8400 provides closed-loop digital tuning of TV receivers, with or without
AFC, as required. It comprises a 1.1 GHz
prescaler, with the divide-by-64 ratio,
which drives a tuning interface providing
a tuning voltage of 33V (maximum) via
an external output transistor. The
TDA8400 can also drive external PNP
transistors to provide 4 high-current outputs for tuner band selection.

• Combined analog and digital
circuitry minimizes the number of
additional interfacing components
required
• Frequency measurement with
resolution of 50kHz
• On-Chip prescaler
• Tuning voltage amplifier
• 4 high-current outputs for direct
band selection
• Tuning with control of speed
• Tuning with or without AFC
• Single-pin, 4MHz, on-chip
oscillator
• (2C bus slave transceiver

The IC can be used in conjunction with a
microcomputer from the MAB8400 family and is controlled via a two-wire, bidirectional 12C bus.

PIN CONFIGURATION

APPLICATIONS

N Package

TOP VIEW
PIN
NO.
1
2
3

• TV receivers
• Satellite receivers
• CATV converters

SCl
SDA
TUN
TI
10
11
12
13

TEMPERATURE RANGE

18-Pin DIP (SOT -102 HE, KE)

o to

ORDER CODE

70·C

TDA8400N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

Vccs
VccP

PARAMETER

Supply voltage:
(Pin 10)
(Pin 15)

VN

Input/output voltage (each pin)

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

February 12, 1987

RATING

UNIT

6
6

V
V

6

V

350

mW

-65 to +150

·C

-10 to +80

·C

4-86

INS
P3
P2
P1

DESCRIPTION

Input synthesizer (test) 1

High-current

band~selection

output ports

PO

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

SYMBOL

,.
15
16
17
18

Vccs

ose

AFC-

AFC+

Serial clock line} r2c bus
Serial data line
Tuning voltage amplifier output
Tuning voltage amplifier inverting
input

+ 5V supply voltage (synthesizer)
Crystal oscillator input

AFC amplifier inputs

QUP
Vccp
VCO+

Output from prescaler (test)
+ 5V supply voltage (prescaler)2

Veo-

Inputs to prescaler

GND

Ground

NOTES:
1. Connected to ground for application.
2. Left open-circuit for application.

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Product Specification

FLl Tuning Circuit With Prescaler

TDA8400

BLOCK DIAGRAM

Vccs

-fl

04MHl
11

vco+

vco-

,.

asc

15

17

II

TOA84OD

"
t-------;:::::::::::::~--------~~-ooup
SOAo--i_ _.f
15-81T

FREOUENCY BUFFER

seL 0---"1----1
+-------------~----------------_1r_-oINS

BANOS WITCHES

1"12V

[is'']J

I!~]g]

mm

Gm

[![J

TUNING CONTROL CIRCUIT

[E
JOV

12-81T

TUNING COUNTER

AFC1"o-~13~--------------------------------------------~A~F~C~--t
AFC_o-~12~

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Product Specification

TDA8400

FLL Tuning Circuit With Prescaler

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C;

Vccs, Vccp at typical voltages, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER

Vccs
Vccp

Supply voltage
Synthesizer (Pin 10)
Prescaler (Pin 15)

Iccs
Icep

Supply current
Synthesizer (Pin 10)
Prescaler (Pin 15)

Min

Typ

Max

4.5
4.5

5
5

5.5
5.5

V
V

mA
mA

12
43

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

0

275
+70

mW
°C

TSTG

Operating storage temperature range

-10

+85

°C

V

12C bus inputs/outputs Inputs: SDA (Pin 7); SCl (Pin 6)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

3.1

5.5

VIL

Input voltage lOW

-0.3

1.6

V

IIH

Input current HIGH

10

pA

Input current lOW

10

pA

IlL

SDA output (Pin 7, open-collector)
VOL

Output voltage lOW at IOL = 3mA

IOL

Output sink current

0.4

V

5

mA

Tuning voltage amplifier Input TI, output TUN (Pins 9, 8)

ITI

Input bias current

-5

-ITUNL

Output current lOW at VTUN = O.4V

20

CHo
CH1

Minimum charge IT to tuning amplifier
TUHN =0
TUHN = 1

5
125

/JA'Jl$
pA'/Js

ITO
IT1

Maximum current I into tuning amplifier
TUHN =0
TUHN = 1

18
440

/J A
pA

+5

nA
pA

AFC amplifier (Inputs AFC+, AFC- Pins 13, 12)

VDIF

Differential input voltage

g1

Transconductance at AFCS = 1

5

10
50

go

Transconductance at AFCS = 0

30

VCM

Common mode input voltage

2.5

CMRR

Common mode rejection ratio

50

PSRR

Power supply (VCC1) rejection ratio

50

II

Input current

1

V

15

/JAN

70

/JAN

VCC1 -1

V
dB
dB

1

pA

1.2
10

mA
pA

Main band-selection output ports PO, PI, P2, P3 (Pins 5 to 2, open-collector)

laSL1
laSH1

Output sink current
lOW impedance
HIGH impedance

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Product Specification

FLL Tuning Circuit With Prescaler

TDA8400

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25'C; Vccs, Vccp at typical voltages, unless otherwise specilied.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Prescaler Inputs (VCO+ Pin 16; VCO- Pin 17)
VI(RMS)
VI(RMS)
VI(RMS)
VI(RMS)
VI(RMS)
VI(RMS)

Input differential voltage (RMS value)
at 1= 70MHz
at 1= 150MHz
at 1= 300MHz
at 1= 500MHz
at 1= 900MHz
at 1= 1.1GHz

17.5
10
10
10
10
25

200
200
200
200
200
200

mV
mV
mV
mV
mV
mV

II

Input frequency

0.07

1.1

GHz

150

n

4

V

OSC Input (Pin 11)
RXTAL

Crystal resistance at resonance (4MHz)

Power-down reset
VPD

Maximum supply voltage Vecl at which power-down reset is
active

3

Voltage level for valid module address
Voltage level PO (Pin 5) for valid module address as a function
01 MA1, MAO
MA1

VVAOl
VVA10
VVAll

a
a
1
1

a

-0:'" ,],",

1

a

2.4
Vees - 0.3

1

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Prescaler
The integrated prescaler has a divide-by-64
ratio with a maximum input frequency of
1.1 GHz. It will oscillate in the absence of an
input signal within the frequency range of
800MHz to 1.1 GHz.

Tuning
This is performed using frequency-locked loop
digital control. Data corresponding to the required tuner frequency is stored in the 15-bit
frequency buffer. The actual tuner frequency
(1.1 GHz maximum) is applied to the circuit on
the two complementary inputs VCO+ and
VCO- which drive the integrated prescaler.
The resulting frequency (FDIV) is measured
over a period controlled by a time reference
counter and fed via a gate to a 15-bit frequency counter where it is compared to the contents of the Irequency buffer. The result 01 the
comparison is used to control the tuning
voltage so that the tuner frequency equals the
contents of the frequency buffer multiplied by
50kHz within a programmable tuning window
(TUW).
The system cycles over a period of 2.56ms,
controlled by the time relerence counter which
is clocked by an on-Chip 4MHz reference
oscillator. Regulation 01 the tuning voltage is
performed by a charge pump frequencyFebruary 12, 1987

I

MAO

locked loop system. The charge IT flowing into
the tuning voltage amplifier (external capacitance CINT = 0.5I'F) is controlled by the tuning
counter, 3-bit DAC, and the charge pump
circuil. The charge IT is linear with the frequency deviation L'.f in steps of 50kHz. For
loop gain control, the relationship L'.IT I L'.f is
programmable. In the normal mode (control bit
TUHN = logic 1; see Table 2) the minimum
charge IT at L'.f = 50kHz equals 125/lA'/lS
(typ.).
By programming the tuning sensitivity bits
(TUS; see Table 3) the charge IT can be
doubled up to 6 times. From this, the maximum charge IT at L'.f = 50kHz equals
26 X 125/lA'/lS (typ.). The maximum tuning
current I is 440/lA, while T is limited to the
duration of the tuning cycle (2.56ms).
In the tuning-hold mode (TUHN = logic 0) the
tuning current I is reduced, and, as a consequence, the charge into the tuning amplifier is
also reduced. An in-lock situation can be
detected by reading FLOCK. The TDA8400
can be programmed to tune in the digital mode
or the AFC mode by setting AFCF. In the
digital mode (AFCF = logic a), the tuning window is programmable through the TUW flag.
When the tuner oscillator frequency is within
the programmable tuning window (TUW),
FLOCK is set to logic 1.

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f"o'

Vecs - 1.6
VCCS

V
V
V

In the AFC mode, FLOCK will remain at logic 1
provided the tuner frequency is within a
± 800kHz hold range. Switching from digital
mode to AFC mode is determined by the
microcontroller (AFCF flag). Switching from
AFC mode to digital mode can be determined
by the microcontroller, but if the frequency of
the tuning oscillator does not remain within the
hold range, the system automatically reverts
to digital tuning. Switching back to the AFC
mode will then have to be effected externally
again. The tuning mode can be checked by
reading the AFCT Ilag.
The occurence of positive and negative transitions in the FLOCK signal can be read by FLI
1Nand FL/ON. The AFC amplifier has programmable transconductance to 2 predefined
values.

Control
For tuner band selection there are four output
ports, PO to P3, which are capable of driving
external PNP transistors (open collector) as
current sources. Output port PO can also be
used as valid address input with an active
level determined by module address bits MAO
and MA1.

Reset
The TDA8400 goes into the power-down reset
mode when VCCl is below 3V (typ.). In this
mode all registers are set to a defined state.

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Product Specification

TDA8400

FlL Tuning Circuit With Prescaler

MODULE ADDRESS

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

INSTRUCTION BYTE

MA MA
1

L

MSB

Msa

_MSB
RIW

c Bus

Figure 1. 12

Write Format

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

INSTRUCTION BYTE
I,
FRED

-

I.

Is

I.

13

I,

I,

I.

0,

D.

Os

D.

03

0,

D,

D.

F14

F13

F12

Fll

FlO

F9

F8

F7

F&

F5

F4

F3

F2

Fl

FO

TUW

AFCS

AFCF

TUHN

TUS2

TUSI

TUSO

P3

P2

PI

PO

TCDO
TCDI

-

TEST

Figure 2. Tuning Control Format

OPERATION
Write

Table 2. Tuning Current Control

The TDA8400 is controlled via a bidirectional
two-wire 12C bus; additional information on the
12C bus is available on request.
For programming, a module address, R/W bit
(logic 0), an instruction byte, and a datal
control byte are written into the device in the
format shown in Figure t.
The module address bits MA 1, MAO are used to
give a 2-bit module address as a function of the
voltage at port input PO as shown in Table 1.

Table 1. Valid Module Addresses
PO
Don't care
GND

1t2 Vees
VeGs

MAl

MAO

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1

Acknowledge (A) is generated by the TDA8400
only when a valid address is received and the
device is not in the power-down reset mode.

Tuning
Tuning is controlled by the instruction and
data/control bytes as shown in Figure 2.
Frequency
Frequency is set when Bit 17 of the instruction
byte is set to logic 1; the remaining bits of this
byte are processed as being data. Instruction
bytes are fully decoded. All frequency bits are
set to logic 1 and control bits to logiC 0 at reset.
The test instruction byte cannot be used for
any other purpose.
February 12, 1987

TUHN

TYP. IMAX
(1lA)

TYP.ITMIN
(1lA/iJ.s)

0
1

18 '
440

5'
125

NOTE:
1. Values after reset.

Tuning Hold
The TUHN bil is used 10 decrease the maximum tuning current (I) and, as a consequence,
the minimum charge IT (at Af = 50kHz) into the
tuning amplifier.
Tuning Sensitivity
To be able 10 program an optimum loop gain,
the charge IT can be programmed by changing
T using tuning sensitivity (TUS). Table 3 shows
the minimum charge IT obtained by programming the TUS bits at Af = 50kHz; TUHN
logic 1.

Table 3. Minimum Charge IT as
a Function of TUS
TUS2

TUSl

TUSO

TYP.
ITMIN
(mA'/1S)

0
0
0
0
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0

0.125
0.25
0.5
1
2
4
8

NOTE:
The minimum tuning pulse is 2J.ls.

4-90

Tuning Mode
AFCF determines whether the TDA8400 has to
tune in the digital mode or the AFC mode as
shown in Table 4.

Table 4. Selection of Tuning
Mode as a Function of
AFCF
AFCF

TUNING MODE

0
1

Digital
AFC

If the tuner oscillator frequency comes out of
the hold range when in the AFC mode, the
device will automatically swilch to digital tuning
and AFCF is reset to logiC O.
Tuning Window
In the digital tuning mode TUW determines the
tuning window (see Table 5) and the device is
said to be in the "in-lock" situation.

Table 5. Tuning Window
Programming
TUW

TUNING WINDOW (kHz)

0
1

0
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Product Specification

Fll Tuning Circuit With Prescaler

Transconductance
The transconductance (g) of the AFC amplifier is programmed via the AFC sensitivity bit
AFCS as shown in Table 6.

Table 6. Transconductance
Programming
AFCS

TYP. TRANSCONDUCTANCE
(pA/V)

1
0

10
50

TDA8400

PNP transistor will conduct and the relevant
output goes LOW. All outputs are HIGH after
reset.

Read
Information is read from the TDA8400 when
the R/W bit is set to logic 1. Only one
information byte is sent from the device. No
acknowledge is required from the master
after transmitting. The format of the information byte is shown in Figure 3.
Tuning/Reset Information Bits

Band Selection Control Ports
(PX)
For band selection control, there are four
output ports, PO to P3, which are capable of
driving external PNP transistors (open collector) as current sources. If a logic 1 is programmed on any of the PX bits PO to P3, the

FLOCK - Set to logic 1 when the tuning
oscillator frequency is within the programmed
tuning window (TUW) in the digital tuning
mode, or within the ± 800kHz AFC hold range
in the AFC mode.
FL/1N - Set to logiC 0 (Active-LOW) when
FLOCK changes from 0 to 1 and is reset to
logic 1 automatically after tuning information
has been read.

FL/ON - Same as for FLl1 N but it is set to
logic 0 when FLOCK changes from 1 to o.
FOV - Indicates frequency overflow. When
the tuner oscillator frequency is too high with
respect to the programmed frequency, FOV is
at logic 1, and, when too low, FOV is at logic
O.
RESN - Set to logic 0 (active Low) by a
power-down reset. It is reset to logic 1
automatically after tuning/reset information
has been read.
MWN - MWN (frequency measuring window,
Active-LOW) is at logic 1 for a period of
1.28ms, during which time the results of
frequency measurement are processed. During the remaining time, MWN is at logic 0 and
the received frequency is measured.
AFCT - AFCT (tuning mode flag) is set to
logic 1 when the TDA8400 is in AFC mode
and reset to logic 0 when in the digital mode.

TUNING/RESET INFORMATION

MODULE ADDRESS

~

AFCT
MWN
RESN
FOV

FLJON
L----------FLtlN
~-----------FLOCK

L--------------FROMTDAUOO

Figure 3. Information Byte Format

February 12, 1987

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SAB1164/65

Signefics

1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
This silicon monolithic integrated circuit
is a prescaler in current-mode logic. It
contains an amplifier, a divide-bY-64
scaler and an output stage. It has been
designed to be driven by a sinusoidal
signal from the local oscillator of a
television tuner, with frequencies from
70MHz up to 1GHz, for a supply voltage
of 5V ± 10% and an ambient temperature of 0 to 70°C. It features a high
sensitivity and low harmonic contents of
the output signal.

PIN CONFIGURATION

FEATURES
• 3mV (typ) sensitivity
• Differential inputs
• AC input coupling; internally
based

IC08VCC

C12

• Outputs edge-controlled for low
RFI
• Power consumption: 210mW (typ)
• Mini-DIP package
• Low output impedance (SAB 1165)

C2

3

VEE

4

7Ql

QH

lOP

VIEW

5

VEe

APPLICATIONS
• PLL or FLL tuning systems, FM/
communications/TV
• Frequency counters

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

ORDER CODE

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
o to

a·Pin Plastic DIP (SOT·97A)
a·Pin Plastic DIP (SOT·97A)

+70°C

SAB1164N

+70'C

SAB1165N

BLOCK DIAGRAM
Vee
8

I
C1

o--!

C2

o--!

[>

j--C

I

Q

r--

+64

Ur--

f--c

f-~

I

J
4

[> f-r!-o

5

NOTE:
Divide-by-64 = 6 binary dividers

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Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler

SAB1164j65

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vcc

Supply voltage (DC)

VI

Input voltage

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TJ

eCA

RATING

UNIT

7

V

o to Vcc

V

-65 to +125

·C

Junction temperature

125

·C

Thermal resistance from crystal to
ambient

120

°C/W

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VEE = OV (ground); Vce = 5V; TA = 25·C, unless otherwise specified.
The circuit has been designed to meet the DC specifications as shown below, after thermal equilibrium has been established. The circuit is in a
test socket or mounted on a printed-circuit board.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

VOH
VOL

Output voltage
HIGH level
LOW level

Icc

Supply current

Typ

42

Max

Vee
Vcc- 0.8

V
V

50

rnA

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VEE = OV (ground); Vee = 5V± 10%; TA = 0 to + 70·C
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

VI(RMS)

Input voltage RMS value (see Figure 2)
input frequency 70MHz
150MHz
300M Hz
500MHz
900MHz
1GHz

VI(RMS)

Input overload voltage RMS value
input frequency range 70MHz up to 1GHz

VO(P_P)

Output voltage swing

Ro
Ro

Output resistance
SAB1164
SAB1165

0.8

Typ

Max

9
4
3
3
2
3

17.5
10
10
10
10
17.5

mV
mV
mV
mV
mV
mV

200

mV

1

V

1
0.5

kQ
kn

t:.Vo

Output unbalance

tTLH

Output rise time 1
fl = 1GHz

25

ns

tTHL

Output fall time 1
fl = 1GHz

25

ns

0.1

V

NOTE:
1. Between 10% and 90% of observed waveform.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The circuit contains an amplifier, a divide-by64 scaler and an output stage. It has been
designed to be driven by a sinusoidal signal
from the local oscillator of a TV tuner, with
frequencies from 70MHz up to 1GHz, for a
supply voltage of 5V ± 10% and an ambient
temperature of 0 to + 70·C.

December 2, 1986

The inputs are differential and are internally
biased to permit capacitive coupling. For
asymmetrical drive the unused· input should
be connected to ground via a capacitor.

The output differential stage has two complementary outputs. The output voltage edges
are slowed down internally to reduce the
harmonic contents of the signal.

The first divider stage will oscillate in the
absence of an input signal; an input signal
within the specified range will suppress this
oscillation.

Wide, low-impedance ground connections
and a short capacitive bypass from the Vcc
pin to ground are recommended.

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Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler

SAB1164/65

HYBRID JUNCTION
VHF/UHF
SINE WAVE
GENEIWOR

(-3dS)

~

":"

1000

R,=50Q
Vee
(+5V)

~ 100

r-. GUARANTEED
r- OPERATING AREA

S-

+
} :,oSCILLOSCOPE

so

f

II;

,.-

10
4,5

t-----------------------~------~------~V~~OV
1
NOTES:
Cables must be 50n coaxial.
The capacitors are leadless ceramic (multilayer capacitors) of 10nF.
All connections to the device and to the meter must be kept short and of approximately equal lengths.
Hybrid junction is ANZAC H-1B34 or similar.

Figure 1. Test Circuit for Defining Input Voltage

December 2, 1986

4-94

.......

o

800

I
1200

',(MHz)

Figure 2. Typical Sensitivity Curve
Under Nominal Conditions

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler

SAB1164j65

NOTE:
VI(RMS) == 25mV; Vee = 5V; reference value"" 50n.

Figure 3. Smith Chart of Typical Input Impedance

December 2. 1988

4-95

Signetics Unear Products

Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-64 Prescaler

SAB1164j65

1k

......W...-l----....-----f--O Q L
}

DlFFE=1

+-__

~3~~__________

~V1DERS

~

fl--+----I:
'1.I---+--+-----'
~------~-------+~OVee

NOTES:
1. SAB1164: R1 ~ R2 = 1kU; 1= 1mA
2. SAB1165: R1 = R2 - O.5kU; 1- 2mA
3. Vcc""5V

Figure 5. Output Stage

Figure 4. Input Stage

>1OnH
,.".....

Vcc=5V

±~nF

±D.47"F
B

~~D

~nF

Q Il
~

2

8

7

10nF

----I~

rr

I

TOTUNING
svsrEM
(TWISTED LEADS)

Vee=OV

':"
TC15500S

NOTE:
TV tuning system. The output peak-ta-peak voltage is about 1V.

Figure 6. Circuit Diagram

December 2, 1986

4-96

SAB1256

Signetics

1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

This silicon monolithic integrated circuit
is a prescaler in current-mode logic. It
contains an amplifier, a divide-by-256
scaler and an output stage. It has been
designed to be driven by a sinusoidal
signal from the local oscillator of a
television tuner, with frequencies from
70MHz up to 1GHz, for a supply voltage
of 5V± 10% and an ambient temperature
of 0 to 70'C. It features a high sensitivity
and low harmonic contents of the output
signal.

• 3mV (typ.) sensitivity
• AC Input coupling, internally
biased
• Outputs edge-controlled for low
RFI
• 235mV typical power dissipation
• Low output impedance""1kn

PIN CONFIGURATION

0

N Package

IC

Cl2
C2

vee

7QL

3

VEE

Q"
5

VEE

lOPYIEW

APPLICATIONS
• PLL or FLL tuning systems,
FM/communications/TV
• Frequency counters

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to

8-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-97)

ORDER CODE

70'C

SAB1256N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vcc

Supply voltage (DC)

VI

Input voltage

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TJ
{)CA

RATING

UNIT

7

V

o to Vcc

V

-65 to + 150

'C

Junction temperature

125

'C

Thermal resistance from crystal to
ambient

120

'C/W

BLOCK DIAGRAM

vee
8

I
C1

C2

o-!

e>--!

C>

~c

I
Q-

+256

~-

~C'

r--~

I

I
4

C>

r--~

5

NOTE:
Divide-by-256 == 8 binary dividers.

December 2, 1986

4-97

853-1052 86702

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler

SAB1256

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VEE = OV (ground); Vee = 5V; TA = 25·C, unless otherwise specified. The circuit has
been designed to meet the DC specifications as shown below, after thermal
equilibrium has been established. The circuit is in a test socket or mounted on a
printed-circuit board.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

VOH

Typ

Output voltage
HIGH level

VOL

LOW level

Icc

Supply current

Max
Vce

47

V

Vcc- 0.8

V

55

mA

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VEE = OV (ground); Vec = 5V± 10%; TA = O·C to + 70·C.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

VI(RMS)

Input voltage RMS value (see Figure 2)
Input frequency 70MHz
150MHz
300M Hz
500MHz
900MHz
1GHz

Typ

Max

9
4
3
3
2
3

17.5
10
10
10
10
17.5

mV
mV
mV
mV
mV
mV

200

mV

VI(RMS)

Input overload voltage RMS value
input frequency range 70MHz to 1GHz

VO(P_P)

Output voltage swing

Ro

Output resistance

tJ.Vo

Output unbalance

tTLH

Output rise time 1
fl = 1GHz

40

ns

tTHL

Output fall time
fl=1GHz

40

ns

0.8

1

V

1

k.l1
0.1

V

NOTE:
1. Between 10% and 90% of observed waveform.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The circuit contains an amplifier, a divide-by256 scaler and an output stage. It has been
designed to be driven by a sinusoidal signal
from the local oscillator of a TV tuner, with
frequencies from 70MHz up to 1GHz, for a
supply voltage of 5V ± 10% and an ambient
temperature of 0 to 70·C.

December 2, 1986

The inputs are differential and are internally
biased to permit capacitive coupling. For
asymmetrical drive the unused input should
be connected to ground via a capacitor.

The output differential stage has two complementary outputs. The output voltage edges
are slowed down internally to reduce the
harmonic contents of the signal.

The first divider stage will oscillate in the
absence of an input signal; an input signal
within the specified range will suppress this
oscillation.

Wide, low-impedance ground connections
and a short capacitive bypass from the Vcc
pin to ground are recommended.

4-98

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler

SAB1256

HYBRID JUNcnON
VHF/UHF
SlNEWAVE
GENERAroR

R,""50Q

r-f-+---I

'---o()~~V)

+

}~LlOSCOPE

60

4,'

t-----------------------~----~------o()

NOTES:
Cables must be son coaxial.
The capacitors are leadless ceramic (multi·layer capacitors) of 10nF.
All connections to the device and to the meter must be kept short and of approximately equal lengths.
Hybrid junction is ANZAC H·183-4 or similar.

Figure 1. Test Circuit for Defining Input Voltage

1000

S100

.s

GUARANTEED
OPERATING AREA

,.!
10

1

o

800

'"'

II
1200

',(MHz)

Figure 2. Typical Sensitivity Curve
Under Nominal Conditions

December 2, 1986

4-99

VS-OV

I

I

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler

NOTE:
VI(AMS) - 25mV; Vee

=

SAB1256

5V; reference value = 50n

Figure 3. Smith Chart of Typical Input Impedance

December 2. 1986

4-100

Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

SAB1256

1GHz Divide-by-256 Prescaler

Vee

lk

I~V1DERS
DIFFERENTIAL
INPUTS

I

2k

2k

+-__

~3__~__________

~

Sl..--+----r::
lS--+--+-----'
' - - - -.....- - - - f - ' - - o VEE

NOTE:

Vee

=

5V; I"" 1mA.

Figure 4. Input Stage

Figure 5. Output Stage

>1OnH
r---,---JTTT~--1-------oVCC=5V

__

10nF

~~n)--Qt+--II

I

TOTUNING

SYSTEM

10nF

I-_--j~

(TWISTED LEADS)

t-------------4---+------oVEE =OV
NOTE:

Application in a television tuning system. The output peak-to-peak voltage is about lV.

Figure 6. Circuit Diagram

December 2, 1986

4-101

I

TDA5030A

Signetics

VHF MixerjOscillator Circuit
Product Specification

Linear Products

PIN CONFIGURATIONS

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA5030A performs the VHF mixer,
VHF oscillator, SAW filter IF amplifier,
and UHF IF amplifier functions in television tuners.

• A balanced VHF mixer
• An amplitude-controlled VHF
local oscillator
• A surface acoustic wave filter IF
amplifier
• A UHF IF preamplifier
• A buffer stage for driving an
external prescaler with the local
oscillator signal
• A voltage stabilizer
• A UHF/VHF switching circuit

N Package
DECOUP

1

VHF INPUT

2

DECOUP

4

MIXIIF PREAMP
(UHf) OUTPUT
MIXIIF PREAMP
(UHf) OUTPUT

11 g~~:;.,
•___...... 10 ~.m~

'rN1!il~
'fN~~

1t)PVlEW

APPLICATIONS
• Mixer/oscillator
• TV tuners

D Package

• CATV
• LAN
• Demodulator

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-1 02A)

- 25°C to + 85°C

TDAS030AN

20-Pin Plastic SO DIP (SOT-163A)

- 2SoC to + 8SoC

TDAS030ATD

VHFDECOUP

1

VHF INPUT

2

IF AMP
DECOUP
IF PREAMP
INPUT
Ne

6

MIXIIF PREAMP
(UHf) OUTPUT

,~ ~~~~

3 SWITCH INPUT

IrN'},~

12 ~.m~T

IF'NApMUTP 10

AMP
-,'-_ _ _r- IF
OUTPUT

lOP VIEW

BLOCK DIAGRAM
18

I

115

16

VHF
LOCAL
OSCILLATOR

f

I
I

I

BUFFERED
OSCILLATOR
OUTPUT

I-

rl

SAW ALTER
IF AMPLIFIER

1-

l

I

I

13

I

TDA5030A

2
1

I

VHF
MIXER

I

UHFIF
PREAMPLIFIER

5
4

!3,14

!17

7

6

8

9

STABILIZER
AND
SWITCH

I

~
10

J

12

NOTE:
Pinout is for 18 pin N package.
M

January 14, 1987

4-102

8S3-1150 87202

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA5030A

VHF Mixer/Oscillator Circuit

UHF/VHF
SWllCH

VT

1.SpF

::J; lnF

:r;;.lnF

IDCAL OSCILLATOR OUTPUT

17

18

16

lS

TDAS030

1nF
270

VHF INPUT 0 - - - - - - . . . 1
IF INPUT 0 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - '

Figure 1. Test Circuit

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vce

Supply voltage (Pin 15)

VI

Input voltage (Pin 1, 2, 4, and 5)

V12

Switching voltage (Pin 12)

-1 10,

11, 13

tss

RATING

UNIT

14

V

o to 5

V

o to Vcc+0.3

V

Output currents

10

mA

Storage-circuit time on outputs
(Pin 10 and 11)

10

s

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +85

°C

TJ

Junction temperature

+125

°C

IJJA

Thermal resistance from junction to
ambient

+55

·C/W

January 14, 1987

4-103

1nF
270

II

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA5030A

VHF MixerjOscillator Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Measured in circuit of Figure 1; Vee = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Supply

Vcc

Supply voltage

Icc

Supply current

10

V12

Switching voltage VHF

0

2.5

V

V12

Switching voltage UHF

9.5

Vcc+ 0.3

V

112

Switching current UHF

0.7

mA

470

MHz

9
10
12

dB
dB
dB

42

13.2

V

55

mA

VHF mixer (including IF amplifier)

fR

Frequency range

NF

Noise figure (Pin 2)
50MHz
225M Hz
300MHz

7.5
9
10

Optimum source admittance (Pin 2)
SOMHz
225MHz
300MHz

0.5
1.1
1.2

ms
ms
ms

Input conductance (Pin 2)
50MHz
22SMHz
300MHz

0.23
0.5
0.67

ms
ms
ms

G

GI

CI

Input capacitance (Pin 2)
SOMHz

V2_3

Input voltage for 1% cross-modulation
(in channel); Rp > 1kn; tuned circuit
withCp = 22pF; fRES = 36MHz

50

97

V2-14

Input voltage for 10kHz pulling (in channel) at

Av

Voltage gain

< 300MHz

2.5

pF

99

dBJ.lV

100
22.5

dBJ.lV
24.5

26.5

dB

UHF preamplifier (including IF amplifier)

GI

Input conductance (Pin S)

0.3

CI

Input capacitance (Pin 5)

3.0

NF

Noise figure

S

V5-14

Input voltage for 1% cross-modulation (in channel)

Av

Voltage gain

G5

Optimum source admittance

January 14, 1987

88

90

31.5

33.S
3.3

4-104

ms
pF
6

dB
dBJ.lV

3S.5

dB
ms

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA5030A

VHF Mixer/Oscillator Circuit

01 Figure 1; Vee = 12V; TA = 2SoC,
unless otherwise specilied.

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) Measured in circuit

LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

VHF mixer
YC2-6,7

Conversion transadmittance

S.7

ms

Zo

Output impedance

1.6

kO

VHF oscillator
IA

Frequency range

S20

MHz

AI

Frequency shift
AVec = 10%; 70 to 330M Hz

70

200

kHz

AI

Frequency drift
AT = lSk; 70 to 330M Hz

2S0

kHz

AI

Frequency drift Irom Ssec to lSmin after switching on

200

kHz

SAW filter IF amplifier
Za,9

Input impedance
Z10, 11 = 2kO, f = 36M Hz

Za, 9-10,11

Transimpedance

Z10,11

Output impedance
Za, 9 = 1.6kO; f = 36M Hz

340+jlOO

0

2.2

kO

SO+j40

0

20
20

mV
mV

90

0

VHF local oscillator buffer stage
V13
V13
Z13

RF

--(RF+LO)

January 14, 1987

Output voltage
RL = 7S0; I < 100MHz
RL = 7S0; I> 100MHz

14
10

Output impedance
f = 100MHz
RF signal on LO output; RL = SOO; VI = 1V; I.s;;; 22SMHz

4-105

10

dB

TDA5230

Signetics

VHF, Hyperband, and UHF
Mixer/Oscillator With IF Amp
Preliminary Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA5230 consists of three (VHF,
Hyperband, UHF) mixer/oscillators, and
an IF Amplifier Circuit for TV tuner or
communication front end designs. The
integration of these functions within one
IC facilitates the construction of a complex tuner design with higher performance and fewer components than circuitry using discrete transistors.

• Balanced mixer for VHF having a
common emitter input
• Amplitude-controlled oscillator for
VHF
• Balanced mixer for hyperband &
UHF with common base input
• Balanced hyperband & UHF
oscillator
• Balanced mixer for UHF with
common base input
• SAW filter preamplifier with a
75,n output impedance
• Buffer stage for drive of a
prescaler with the OSCillator
signal (VHF only)
• Voltage stabilizer for oscillator
stability
• Band switch circuit

PIN CONFIGURATION

APPLICATIONS
• CATV
• Communication receiver
• TV tuners
• Data communication

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
24-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-137)

February 1987

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

_25°C to + 80°C

TDA5230D

4-106

o Package
VHFOSC
(BASE IN)
VHFLO.
OUT

VHFOSC
(COLLECT IN)
HYPERBAND

OSCIN
HYPERBAND

OSCIN
UHFOSC
(BASE IN)
UHFOSC
(COLLECT IN)
UHFOSC
(COLLECT IN)
UHFOSC
(BASE IN)

lQPVIEW

Signetics linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA5230

VHF, Hyperband, and UHF Mixer/Oscillator With IF Amp

BLOCK DIAGRAM

1

4

3

12

I

5

~

9

8

7

L

r--

VHF

esc

1~ V

1.7k

HYPERB.

esc

T

V

t

t

I
I
I

T

-

UHF

Ik

I
I
l

I
I

M
24

23

.. ~

-r-

I
I
J

1

-=-

~

f~r-=-

IF
AMPl

1

MIXER

I+-

~

r

+12V

r- r-r-

'--

~

MIXER

5k

-

TDA5230

VV IVV ~, > ~

VV
5k

Ik

~

I

VHF

esc

12

11

SWITCH-=-

MIXER

J

..

I~ (tr- ~(tr~ L
~L
HYPERB.
STAGE

22

ill

I+DC STAB +
INTERNAL
BIASlNGS

'--

UHF
STAGE

21

J.20

19

18

!,7

16

15

r-

14

13

aDOa681S

February 1987

4-107

I

"T1

<
:J:

'2"

0"

:n

III

-<

~I

}.,

===l===:.

-F~II----.----~~

CI

Q)

~r-,

I

"'?D3

t: [ f;: ~.

*~ ~RO

~R1O

:5V

::J

P-

R'

I

L6

-:-i~l· i- i- I

~

RUI

m
(1~

CI3

10

hrosc[r3.=

O

IF

~OIl11'\l1'

co

!

CD
....
00

VHF

_,I;::="

f011

111

~

£l"

~

'---+_+1

I

::J

:J:

v

SIC2

AM

en

<5'

12

::J

a.
c:

:J:
-n

12V

~
~'

....

.........

0
en
Q.

0



C25
10 C27-28 OR C29-30

La

~~ 1
-=--=-

~C2<

~
~:

"'"

NOTES:
1. L6 - L7 is a matching transformer (n = l7/L6 = 6). Terminated with son, it simulates the impedance of a saw-filter on Pins 11 - 12.
2. em is the simulated maximum allowable input capacitance of the saw-filter, which is 18pF if the capacitance between the leads to Pins 11-12 is <4pF.
3. In the application em, L6 and L7 must be replaced by a saw-filter and an inductance across its input which tunes out the total capacitance between the pins if no Ie has been connected.
4. This circuit is mounted on the V-H-U p.b.c. number: 3373.

Figure 1, Test Circuit for All Band VHF-UHF Mixer Oscillation IC TDA5230

U

Q

--f

-<

6;

~

0

g.

0

r-.l
W

:3
0

::J

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

VHF, Hyperband, and UHF Mixer/Oscillator With IF Amp

TDA5230

Component Values of Circuit in Figure 1
Resistors

R1
R2
R3
R4
R5

=
=
=
=
=

47kn
18n
4.7kn
1.2kn
47kn

R6 = 100n R11 = 1kn
R7 = 22kn R12 = 2.2kn
R8 = 22kn R13 = 22kn
R9 = 2.2knR14 = 2.2kn
R10 = 22knR15 = 2.2kn
R16 = 10n (SMD)

Capacitors

C1 = 1/lF-40V
C2 = 1nF
C3 = 82pF (N750)
C4 = 1nF
C5 = 1.8pF (N750)
C6 = 1.8pF (N750)
C7 = 1nF
C8 = 1nF
C9 = 1nF
C10 = 1nF

C11 = 12pF (N750)
C12 = 1nF
C13 = 1.5pF (SMD)
C14 = 1.5pF (SMD)
C15=1nF
C16 = 5.6pF (SMD)
C17 = 100pF (SMD)
C18 = 1.5pF (SMD)
C19 = 1.5pF (SMD)
C20=1nF

C21
C22
C23
C24
C25
C26
C27
C28
C29
C30

=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=

1nF
1nF
15pF (N750)
15pF (N750)
1nF
1nF
1nF
1nF
1nF
1nF

Diodes and IC

D1 = 889098

D2 = 8A482

D3 = 889098

D4 = 884058

Colis

L1 =
L2 =
L3 =
L4 =
L5 =
wire

2.51 ¢3
6.51 4
2.51 1/>2.5
1.51 1/>2.5
1.51 ¢3
used: 0.4 for

February 1987

L6=21
TOKO 7kN
L7 = 101
Mal: 113kN
L8 = 5/lH
L9 = 2 X 6 I TOKO 7kN
Mal: 113kN
L1 - Ls and 0.1 for L6. L7 • and Lg

4-109

IC=TDA5230

C31 = 1nF
C32 = 1nF
CM = 18pF (N750)

..

I

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Section 5
Remote Control Systems

Linear Products

INDEX
SAF1032P
SAF1039P
SAA3004
AN1731
SAA3006
SAA3027
SAA3028
TDA3047
TDA3048
AN172

AN 173

Remote Control Receiver.....................................................
Remote Control Transmitter..................................................
Infrared Transmitter.............................................................
Low Power Remote Control IR Transmitter and
Receiver (SAA3004)............................................................
Infrared Transmitter.............................................................
Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5) .............................
Infrared Receiver................................................................
IR Preamplifier...................................................................
IR Preamplifier...................................................................
Circuit Description of the Infrared Receiver

5-3
5-3
5-13
5-20

5-29
5-38
5-47
5-52
5-56

TDA3047/TDA3048 ............ . .................... .... ........ ................

5-60

TDA3047 and TDA3048: Low Power Preamplifiers
for IR Remote Control Systems.............................................

5-62

SAF1032P/1039P

Signetics

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The SAF1032P (receiver/decoder) and
the SAF1039P (transmitter) form the
basic parts of a sophisticated remote
control system (PCM: pulse code modulation) for infrared operation.

PIN CONFIGURATIONS
SAF1032P N Package

Inputs and outputs are protected against
electrostatic effects in a wide variety of
device-handling situations. However, to
be totally safe, it is desirable to take
handling precautions into account.

FEATURES
SAF1032P Receiver/Decoder:
• 16 program selection codes
• Automatic preset to standby at
power 'ON', including automatic
analog base settings to 50% and
automatic preset of program
selection '1' code
• 3 analog function controls, each
with 63 steps
• Single supply voltage
• Protection against corrupt codes
SAF1039P Transmitter:
• 32 different control commands
• Static keyboard matrix
• Current drains from battery only
during key closure time
• Two transmission modes
selectable

APPLICATIONS
• TV
• Audio
• Industrial equipment

November 14, 1986

SAF1039P N Package

I

SELC
SELD
OSCI
MAIN

DATA
HOLD
TOP VIEW

TOP VIEW

PIN
NO.

8

9
10

11
12
13

,.
15
16
17
18

SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION

L30T
L20T
L10T
BIND
SINC

Linear
Linear
Linear
Binary
Binary

BINS

Binary 2 output
Binary 1 output
On/off input/output

SINA
TVOT
vss
HOLD
DATA
MAIN
OSCI

PIN
NO.

TRX3

8

9
Control input
Data input
Reset input

SELD

Clock input
Binary 8 output

SELC
SELS
SELA

Binary 4 output
Binary 2 output
Binary 1 output

SYMBOL
TAXO
TRX1
TAX2

ouput
output
output
B output
4 output

10

11
12
13
14
15
16

TADT
TINH
TAOS
Vss
TA01
TA02
TASL
TAY3
TRY2
TRY1

TAYO

DESCRIPTION
Keyboard input

Keyboard input
Keyboard input
Keyboard input
Data input
Inhibit output/mode select input
Oscillator output
Oscillator
Oscillator
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard

control input
control input
select line
input
input
input
input

Voo

Voo

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-l02A)

-40·C to +85·C

SAF1032PN

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38Z)

-40·C to +85·C

SAF1039PN

5-3

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter

SAF1032P/1039P

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

-0.5 to 11

V

Voo- Vss

Supply voltage range

VI

Input voltage

11

V

± II

Current into any terminal

10

mA

Po

Power dissipation (per output)

50

mW

PTOT

Power dissipation (per package)

200

mW

TA

Operating ambient temperature
range

-40 to +85

°C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°C

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

VDD

TA ~ 0 to + 85°C, unless otherwise specified.
Voo
(V)

SAF1039

TA

ee)

Recommended supply voltage

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

10

V

1

10
50

/lA

0.8

1.7

10- 5

VOO
0.2VOO
1

7

Supply current
100

Quiescent

10
7

25
65

10
10

All
25

7 to 10
7 to 10
10

All
All
25

0.8VOO
0

7

All

004

mA

004

mA

/J A

Operating; TR01 at Vss:
outputs unloaded;
IOD

One keyboard switch closed

mA
mA

Inputs 1

VIH
VIL
II

TR02; TINH2
Input voltage HIGH
Input voltage LOW
Input current

V
V

/lA

Outputs

IOL

TRDT; TROS; TR01
Output current HIGH
at VOH ~ Voo -0.5V
Output current LOW
at VOL ~ OAV

7

All

IOL

TRDT output leakage
current when disabled
Vo ~ VSS to Voo

10

25

IOL

TINH
Output current LOW
VOL = OAV

7

All

7 to 10

All

10

25

-IOH

1

004

/lA

mA

Oscillator

fose

Maximum oscillator frequency

Ilf

Frequency variation with supply voltage,
Temperature and spread of Ie properties
at fNOM = 36kHz3

lose

Oscillator current drain
at fNOM = 36kHz

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120

5-4

kHz

1.3

0.15fNOM

kHz

2.5

mA

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1032P/1039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter
DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 0 to + 85°C, unless otherwise specified.
PARAMETER

SYMBOL
Voo

Voo
(V)

TA
(OC)

Recommended supply voltage

SAF1032
UNIT
Min

Typ

8

Max
10

V

50
300

IJA
IJA

1

mA

V
V

Supply current
100

Quiescent

10
10

25
85

100

Operating; 10 = 0;
at OSCI frequency of 100kHz

10

All

1

Inputs
VIH
Vil

DATA; OSCI, HOLD; TVOT4
Input voltage HIGH
Input voltage LOW

B to 10
8 to 10

All
All

0.7Voo
0

Voo
0.2Voo

VTI
VTD

MAIN; tripping levels
Input voltage increasing
Input voltage decreasing

5 to 10
5 to 10

All
All

O.4Voo
O. lVoo

0.9Voo
0.6Voo

V

II

Input current; all inputs except TVOT

10

25

1

IJA

tR, tF

Input signal rise and fall times
(10% and 90% Voo)
all inputs except MAIN

8 to 10

All

5

IlS

8
10

All
All

10- 5

Outputs

10l
IOl

Program selection: BINAIB/C/D
Auxiliary: SELA/B/C/D
Analog: L30T; L20T; L lOT TVOT4
All open-drain n-channel
output current LOW at Val = O.4V
output leakage current at Va = Vss to Voo

1.6

mA
10

IJA

NOTES:
1. The keyboard inputs (TRX, TRY, TRSL) are not voltage driven (see Application Information Diagram, Figure 5).
If one key is depressed, the circuit generates the corresponding code. The number of keys depressed at a time, and this being recognized by the circuit as an illegal

operation, depends on the supply voltage Voo and the leakage current (between device and printed circuit board) externally applied to the keyboard inputs.
If no leakage is assumed, the circuit recognizes an operation as illegal for any number of keys> 1 depressed at the same time with VDD = 7V. At a leakage due to a
1M!2 resistor connected to each keyboard input and returned to either Voo or Vss. the circuit recognizes at least 2 keys depressed at a time with VDO = 7V.
The highest permissible values of the contact series resistance of the keyboard switches is 500n.
2. Inhibit output transistor disabled.
3. Llf is the width of the distribution curve at 20 points (0 = standard deviation).
4. Terminal TVOT is input for manual ON. When applying a LOW level TVOT becomes an output carrying a LOW level.

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1032P/1039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter
BLOCK DIAGRAM OF SAF1039P TRANSMITTER
SAF1039P
TRXO
TRX1
TRX2
TRX3

TRVO

TRY1
TRY2

lRV3
TRLS

1

5

2

ENCODING

rF

3
4

IS

4?-

INPUT

CONTROL

~7

14

~

13
12

OSCILLATOR

11

9

lIS

10

TR01

VDD

7

TR02 TROS

TROT

OUTPUT
GATING

•

TINH

SCALER
2'

l8
Vos
BD0762llS

OPERATING PRINCIPLES
The data to be transmitted are arranged as
serial information with a fixed pattern (see
Figure 1), in which the data bit locations Bo to
B4 represent the generated key command
code, To cope with IR (infrared) interferences
of other sources, a selective data transmission is present Each transmitted bit has a
burst of 26 oscillator periods,
Before any operation will be executed in the
receiver/decoder chip, the transmitted data
must be accepted twice in sequence, This
means the start code must be recognized
each time a data word is applied and comparison must be true between the data bits of
two successively received data words, If both
requirements are met, one group of binary
output buffers will be loaded with a code
defined by the stored data bits, and an
internal operation can also take place (See
operating code table),
The contents of the 3 analog function registers are available on the three outputs in a
pulse code versus time modulation format
after D-to-A (digital-to-analog) conversion,
The proper analog levels can be obtained by
using simple integrated networks, For local
control a second transmitter chip (SAF1039P)
is used (see Figure 4),

TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
The transmitter and receiver operate at different oscillator frequencies, Due to the design
neither frequency is very critical, but correlation between them must exist Calculation 01
these timing requirements shows the following,

I"':o__---START C O D E - - - - _ I........- - - - D A T A B I T S - - - - - /
\

~,_o------------ONEDATAWORD~=_--------~~
32 x to = 32 x~ms(21
It

NOTES:
1. To = 1 clack period

=

128 oscillator periods.

2. fT in kHz.

Figure 1. Pattern for Data to be Transmitted
With a tolerance of ± 10% on the oscillator
frequency (IT) of the transmitter, the receiver
oscillator Irequency (IR = 3 X IT) must be
kept constant with a tolerance of ± 20%.
On the other hand, the data pulse generated
by the pulse stretcher circuit (at the receiver
side) may vary ± 25% in duration,

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF
THE SAF1039P TRANSMITTER
Any keyboard activity on the inputs TRXO to
TRX3, TRYO to TRY3 and TRSL will be

November 14, 1986

5-6

detected, For a legal key depression, one key
down at a time (one TRX and TRY input
activated), the oscillator starts running and a
data word, as shown above, is generated and
supplied to the output TROT. If none, or more
than 2 inputs are activated at the same time,
the input detection logic of the chip will
generate an overall reset and the oscillator
stops running (no legal key operation),
This means that for each key-bounce the
logic will be reset, and by releaSing a key the
transmitted data are stopped at once,

Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1 032P11 039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter
OPERATION MODE

The minimum key contact time required is the
duration of two data words. The on-chip
oscillator is frequency-controlled with the external components R1 and C1 (see circuit
Figure 3); the addition of resistor R2 means
that the oscillator frequency is virtually independent of supply voltage variations. A complete data word is arranged as shown in
Figure 1, and has a length of 32 X Toms,
where To = 27 1fT.

MODE

DATA

FUNCTION OF TINH

1
2

Unmodulated: LOCAL operation
Modulated: REMOTE control

Output, external pull-up resistor to VDD
Input, connected to Vss

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF
THE SAF1032P RECEIVER/
DECODER

the start code and compares the stored data
bits with the new data bits accepted.

The logic circuitry of the receiver I decoder
chip is divided into four main parts as shown
in the Block Diagram.

This part stores the program selection code
in the output group (BINF) and memorizes it
for condition HOLD = LOW.

Part I

It puts the functional code to output group
(SELF) during data accept time, and decodes
the internally-used analog commands (ANDEC).

Part"

This part decodes the applied DATA information into logic' l' and '0'. It also recognizes

BLOCK DIAGRAM OF SAF1032P RECEIVER/DECODER

6

7

HOLD

10

II

5

17

4

BINARY OUTPUT
FLAGS (BINF)

16

15

14

II

BINARY SELECT
FLAGS (SELF)

J

LINEAR 2
REGISTER
(LIN2)

"

l

BUFFER
REGISTER
(BFR)

II

ANALOG
DECODER
(ANDEC)

1;
I

DATA SHIFT
REGISTER
(SRDT)

I
I

(L1N3)

START CODE
DETECTION
(CSTO)

DIGITAL TO
ANALOG

COMPARATOR
(KOM)

I

IIt

TIMER COUNTER
(CTIM)

,...

--

DIGITAL TO
ANALOG
CONVERSION
(D/A)

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1

ANALOG

L30T

III

COMPARATOR
COUNTER
(COMP)

IV

II
I
I

~~

I

12

I

8

MAIN

(MAINF)

+

rON/OFF
FLAG
(TVONF)

TVOT

+
PRESET
FLAG
(PREST)

!9
Vss

5-7

L20T

DIGITAL TO
CONVERSION
(D/A)

SAF1032P

t

2

'<.

(BITC)

Voo

L10T

(D/A)

BIT COUNTER

I

3

CONVERSiON

~

'0'/'1' DETECTOR

t
11

I

LINEAR 3
REGISTER

,...

t
I

DATA

LINEAR 1

REGiSTER
(L1Nl)

13

OSCI

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1032P/1039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter

Part III
This part controls the analog function registers (each 6 bits long), and connects the
contents of the three registers to the analog
outputs by means of D/ A conversion. During
sound mute, output L1OT will be forced to
HIGH level.

Part IV
This part keeps track of correct power 'ON'
operation, and puts chip in 'standby' condition at supply voltage interruptions.
The logic design is dynamic and synchronous
with the clock frequency (OSCI), while the
required control timing signals are derived
from the bit counter (BITC).

Operation
Serial information applied to the DATA input
will be translated into logic '1' and '0' by
means of a time ratio detector.

After recognizing the start code (CSTO) of
the data word, the data bits will be loaded into
the data shift register (SRDT). At the first
trailing edge of the following data word, a
comparison (KOM) takes place between the
contents of SRDT and the buffer register
(BFR). If SRDT equals BFR, the required
operation will be executed under control of
the comparator counter (COMP).
As shown in the operating code table on the
next page, the 4-bit wide binary output buffer
(BINF) will be loaded for BFRO = '0', while for
BFRO = '1' the binary output buffer (SELF),
also 4-bits wide, will be activated during the
data accept time.
At the same time operations involving the
internal commands are executed. The contents of the analog function registers (each 6
bits long) are controlled over 63 steps, with
minimum and maximum detection, while the
D/A conversion results in a pulsed output

ANAlOG
OUTPUT
(50% CONTENTS}

I
Figure 2. Analog Output Pulses

November 14, 1986

5-8

signal with a conversion period of 384 clock
periods (see Figure 2).
First power ON will always put the chip in the
standby position. This results in an internal
clearing of all logic circuitry and a 50%
presetting of the contents of the analog
registers (analog base value). The program
selection '1' code will also be prepared and
all the outputs will be nonactive (see operating output code table).
From standby, the chip can be made operational via a program selection command,
generated LOCAL or via REMOTE, or directly
by forcing the TV ON/OFF output (TVOn to
zero for at least 2 clock periods of the
oscillator frequency.
For POWER-ON RESET, a negative-going
pulse should be applied to input MAIN, when
VDD is stabilized and pulse width
LOW;;;' 1001'S.

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1 032P11 039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter
OPERATING CODE TABLE
KEY-MATRIX
POSITION

BUFFER
BFR

BINF
(BIN.)

SELF
(SEL.)

FUNCTION

TRX.

TRY.

TRSL

0

1

2

3

4

A

B

C

D

A

B

C

D

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
1
2
3
0
1
2
3

0
0
0

0
0
0

a

a
a
a
a
a
a

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Program
Select + ON

1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0

0
0
1
1

0
0
0
0

1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0

0
0

a

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3

0
1
2
3

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Program
Select + ON

1
2
3

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
1
2
3
0
1
2
3

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0

0
0

X
X

X
X

X
X

X
X

x

x

x

x

0
0

X

a
a
a

X
X
X

X
0
X
X
X

X
0
X
X
X

X
0
X
X
X

1
0
1
0
0
0
1
0

1
1

a

0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1

Analog base
Reg. (UN3) + 1
Reg. (LlN2) + 1
Reg. (UN1) + 1
OFF
Reg. (UN3) - 1
Reg. (UN2)-1
Reg. (UN1) - 1

2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3

a

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0

1
0
1

0

1
1
1
1

1
0
1

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

Mute (set/reset)

0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1

a

1
2
3

a
1
2
3

a
1

a
1
0
1

a
1

a

a

1
1

0
0
1
1

0
0

a
a

0
1
0
1

a
1

a

a

a

a
1
1
1

a
a
a
a
1
1
1
1

NOTE:

Reset mute also on program select codes, (UN1) ±1. and analog base.

OPERATING OUTPUT CODE
(BIN.)

(SEL.)

(L.OT)
TVOT

Standby OFF via remote
ON - 'not hold' condition
non-operating
ON - 'hold' condition
non-operating

November t 4, 19B6

A

B

C

D

A

B

C

D

a

0

0

0

a

0

0

0

1

0

0

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

X

X

X

0

X

X

X

X

1

1

1

1

X

X

X

0

5-9

2

3

1
0
1
0
1

a
1
0

a
a
0
1
0
0
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0

t

So.. '""',,",

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1032P/1039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter

+
9V

--I
S: SATURATION

B: BRIGHTNESS

v: VOLUME

Figure 3. Interconnection Diagram of Transmitter Circuit SAF1039P in a
Remote Control System for a Television Receiver With 12 Programs

November 14, 1986

5-10

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF 1032P11 039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter

+,.. o-r-__...,.-I II-,
,...
10k

1nf'

...

,...

.------~---o VDD(+tv)

PUL8l!:

IITRETCHER
(2 Ie 1/4 HEF4011B)

-'.7
,.,

",W

,.

-

OSCILLATOR
(2 )( 1/' HEF4011B)

..

~~-~---~--~~~~~~-~-+----~---~~------~----r+-~--~V

+,..

POWER ON
RESET

IIZX7I
-CTY5

+,..

10k

,...
'Ok
HOLD

V. .

,.

,12%)

12

@6!1E!!]E!!I
~~a~

~~~~

ElG@

mITJITJ

SELD

He

{

,.

80£
SELB

15

••LA

'7

VDD

10k

V..

...... "

'3

10k

........

lVOT

D....A

DOCI

1061

SA'

'033"

•1-"=--+--6-----}
BINC

BIND

II

,.

3

t

FOR INTERFACE
SEE FIGURE 5

Figure 4. Interconnection Diagram Showing the SAF1032P and SAF1039P Used in a TV Control System

November 14, 1986

5-11

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAF1032P/1039P

RIC Receiver; RIC Transmitter

Voo

+12V
VOLUME
(PIN 5: TBA750

10k
10k

Voo

+12V

1_

10k

101<

lOOk

lk

BRIGHTNESS
(PIN 11: TDA2560)

18k

Voo

+12V

180k

lOOk

r

lk

+

SATURATION
(PIN 16: TDA2560)

47k

4 .71'F

33k

Voo

39k

r--A./',...........

TO PIN 9 OF TDA2581

t - -.......- .

TO PIN 4 OF TDA2581

47k

Figure 5. Additional Circuits from Outputs L 10T(1), L20T(2), L30T(3) and TVOT(4) of the SAF1032P in Circuit of Figure 4

November 14, 1986

5·12

SAA3004

Signetics

Infrared Transmitter
Product Specification

Linear Products

PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA3004 transmitter Ie is designed
for infrared remote control systems. It
has a total of 448 commands which are
divided into 7 subsystem groups with 64
commands each. The subsystem code
may be selected by a press button, a
slider switch or hard wired.

• Flashed or modulated
transmission
• 7 subsystem addresses
• Up to 64 commands per
subsystem address
• High-current remote output at
Voo = 6V (-IOH = 40mA)
• Low number of additional
components
• Key release detection by toggle
bits
• Very low standby current
« 21.LA)
• Operational current < 2mA at 6V
supply
• Wide supply voltage range
(4 to 11V)
• Ceramic resonator controlled
frequency (typ. 450kHz)
• Encapsulation: 20-lead plastic DIP
or 20-lead plastic mini-pack
(50-20)

The SAA3004 generates the pattern for
driving the output stage. These patterns
are pulse distance coded. The pulses
are infrared flashes or modulated. The
transmission mode is defined in conjunction with the subsystem address. Modulated pulses allow receivers with narrowband preamplifiers for improved noise
rejection to be used. Flashed pulses
require a wide-band preamplifier within
the receiver.

APPLICATIONS
• TV
• Audio

ORDERING INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

20-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-146C1)

-20°C to + 70°C

SAA3004PN

20-Pin Plastic SOL (SOT-163AC3)

-20°C to + 70°C

SAA3004TD

DESCRIPTION

N, D Packages

DRV8N

DRV4N
DRV3N

DRV2N

v..

OSCI
TOP VIEW
C0120005

PIN NO.

SYMBOL

-]
-]
REMO

10

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

SEN5N
SEN4N
SEN3N
SEN2N
SEN1N
SENON
ADRM
Vss
OSCI
OSCO

DRV1N
DRV2N
ORV3N
ORV4N
DRV5N
DRV6N
Voo

DESCRIPTION

Remote data output

Key matrix sense inputs

Address mode control input

Ground
Oscillator input
Oscillator output

Key matrix drive outputs

Positive supply

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

-0.5 to +15

V

Input voltage range

-0.5 to Voo + 0.5

V

Vo

Output voltage range

-0.5 to Voo + 0.5

V

±I

DC current into any input or output

10

mA

-I(REMO)M

Peak REMO output current
during 10,",s; duty factor = 1%

300

mA

PTOT

Power dissipation per package
for TA = -20 to +70°C

200

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

°C

SYMBOL
Voo

Supply voltage range

VI

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Product Specification

SAA3004

Infrared Transmitter

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

vss = OV; TA=25°C, unless otherwise specified.

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Voo (V)

I

LIMITS
UNIT
Min

Voo

Supply voltage
TA = 0 to +70°C

Typ

11

4

100
100

Supply current; active
fose = 455kHz;
REMO output unloaded

6
9

100
100

Supply current; inactive
(stand-by mode)
TA = 25°C

6
9

fose

Oscillator frequency (ceramic resonator)

4 to 11

Max

mA
mA

1
3

400

V

2
2

!J.A
!J.A

500

kHz

Keyboard matrix
Inputs SENON to SEN6N
VIL

Input voltage LOW

4 to 11

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

4 to 11

-II
-II

Input current
VI=OV

4
11

II

Input leakage current
VI =Voo

0.2 X Voo

10
30

V
V

0.8 X Voo
100
300

!lA

11

1

!lA

!J.A

Outputs DRVON to DRV6N
VOL
VOL

Output voltage "ON"
10 = 0.1mA
10= 1.0mA

4
11

0.3
0.5

V
V

10

Output current "OFF"
Vo" 11V

11

10

!J.A

Control Input AORM
VIL

Input voltage LOW

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

0.8 X Voo

V
V

0.2 X Voo

Input current
(switched P-and N-channel pull-up/pull-down)
IlL
IlL

Pull-up active
standby voltage: OV

4
11

10
30

100
300

!lA
!lA

IIH
IIH

Pull-down active
standby voltage: VOD

4
11

10
30

100
300

!lA

3
6

!J.A

Data output REMO

VOH
VOH

Output voltage HIGH
-IOH =40mA

6
9

VOL
VOL

Output voltage LOW
IOL= 0.3mA

6
9

II

Input current
OSCI at Voo

6

VOH

Output voltage HIGH
-IOL=0.1mA

VOL

Output voltage LOW
IOH=0.1mA

V

V
0.2
0.1

V
V

2.7

!J.A

6

Voo-0.6

V

6

0.6

V

Oscillator

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Product Specification

SAA3004

Infrared Transmitter

11. >
~
a::

~ ~

If If·

SEN1N

7

SEN2N

6

SEN3N

5

~

If

:.r

V.,lf

~ ~

.? / f lflf /'6

If ~ ~ VIf 12.
If..lf if ~ ~ If f f'2
/40
f47 1/ .f .f 7 ~
/ .. / / I f :.r I / D~J
;63 If If If If l f f I ..

.

~

z~

z~

0

0

15

a::

a::

16

17

z

~
a::

0
18 19

8

If;". / / f I } If /a

7

14

z~
0

a::

0

Q

13
SENON

Z
~
a::

Z

a::

C

SEN4N

4

$ENSN

3

SEN6N

2

ADRM

9

Figure 1. Transmitter With SAA3004

INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
Key Matrix Inputs and Outputs
(DRVON to DRV6N and SENON
to SEN6N)
The transmitter keyboard is arranged as a
scanned matrix. The matrix consists of 7
driver outputs and 7 sense inputs as shown in
Figure 1. The driver outputs DRVON to
DRV6N are open·drain N-channel transistors
and they are conductive in the stand·by
mode. The 7 sense inputs (5ENON to
5EN6N) enable the generation of 56 com·
mand codes. With 2 external diodes all 64
commands are addressable. The sense in·
puts have P·channel pull·up transistors, so
that they are HIGH until they are pulled LOW
by connecting them to an output via a key
depression to initiate a code transmission.

Address Mode Input (ADRM)
The subsystem address and the transmission
mode are defined by connecting the ADRM
input to one or more driver outputs (DRVON
to DRV6N) of the key matrix. If more than one
driver is connected to ADRM, they must be
decoupled by a diode. This allows the defini·
December 2, 1986

tion of seven subsystem addresses as shown
in Table 3. If driver DRV6N is connected to
ADRM the data output format of REMO is
modulated or if not connected, flashed.

address 2 by connecting DRVl N to ADRM. If
now DRV3N is added to ADRM by a key or a
switch, the transmitted subsystem address
changes to 4.

The ADRM input has switched pull·up and
pull·down loads. In the stand·by mode only
the pull· down device is active. Whether
ADRM is open (subsystem address 0, flashed
mode) or connected to the driver outputs, this
input is LOW and will not cause unwanted
dissipation. When the transmitter becomes
active by pressing a key, the pull-down device
is switched off and the pull-up device is
switched on, so that the applied driver signals
are sensed for the decoding of the subsystem
address and the mode of transmission.

A change of the subsystem address will not
start a transmission.

The arrangement of the subsystem address
coding is such that only the driver DRVnN
with the highest number (n) defines the subsystem address, e.g., if driver DRV2N and
DRV4N are connected to ADRM, only
DRVN4N will define the subsystem address.
This option can be used in transmitters for
more than one subsystem address. The
transmitter may be hard-wired for subsystem

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Remote Control Signal Output
(REMO)
The REMO signal output stage is a push-pull
type. In the HIGH state a bipolar emitterfollower allows a high output current. The
timing of the data output format is listed in
Tables 1 and 2.
The information is defined by the distance tb
between the leading edges of the flashed
pulses or the first edge of the modulated
pulses (see Figure 3).
The format of the output data is given in
Figures 2 and 3. In the flashed transmission
mode, the data word starts with two toggle
bits, Tl and TO, followed by three bits for
defining the subsystem address 52, 51 and
50, and six bits F, E, D, C, B and A, which are
defined by the selected key.

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Product Specification

SAA3004

Infrared Transmitter

In the modulated transmission mode the first
toggle bit, T1, is replaced by a constant
reference time bit (REF). This can be used as
a reference time for the decoding sequence.
The toggle bits function as an indication for
the decoder that the next instruction has to
be considered as a new command.
The codes for the subsystem address and the
selected key are given in Tables 3 and 4.

Oscillator Input/Output (OSCI
and OSCO)
The external components must be connected
to these pins when using an oscillator with a
ceramic resonator. The oscillator frequency
may vary between 400kHz and 500kHz as
defined by the resonator.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Keyboard Operation

one or more of the sense inputs (SENnN) are
tied to ground. This will start the power-up
sequence. First the oscillator is activated and
after the debounce time tos (see Figure 4) the
output drivers (DR VON to DRV6N) become
active successively.
Within the first scan cycle the transmission
mode, the applied subsystem address and
the selected command code are sensed and
loaded into an internal data latch. In contradiction to the command code the subsystem
address is sensed only within the first scan
cycle. If the applied subsystem address is
changed while the command key is pressed,
the transmitted subsystem address is not
altered.
In a multiple keystroke sequence (see Figure
5), the command code is always altered in
accordance with the sensed key.

Multiple Keystroke Protection

In the standby mode all drivers (DRVON to
DRV6N) are on. Whenever a key is pressed,

----------------------------------_.'j
wORD
-j-"
I

r--tbO"r---tbl~

I
BITS:
DATA:

I

• 1ST

I

T1
0

TO
,

S2

o

TOGGLE BITS

,

S,

so

2ND WORD--

I

o

SUB-SVSTEM ADDRESS

f:=tb1~tb1~tbO~

REMO :

There are two restrictions caused by the
special structure of the keyboard matrix:
• The keys switching to ground (code
numbers 7, 15, 23, 31, 39, 47, 55 and
63) and the keys connected to SEN5N
and SEN6N are not covered completely
by the multiple key protection. If one
sense input is switched to ground,
further keys on the same sense line are
ignored.
• SEN5N and SEN6N are not protected
against multiple keystroke on the same
driver line, because this condition has
been used for the definition of
additional codes (code numbers 56 to
63).

The keyboard is protected against multiple
keystrokes. If more than one key is pressed

rr-~-----------------------------------'w
REMO

at the same time, the circuit will not generate
a new output at REMO (see Figure 5). In case
of a multiple keystroke the scan repetition
rate is increased to detect the release of a
key as soon as possible.

~ I..-tpw

COMMAND

"l ST

tw

WO:ol;;m;;;;;:-

JWL-J~L_JIIIIUIIIIL_JIIIIUIIIIL..JI~UIIIUIIIIL_JIIIIUIIIUIIIIL
___~II,~LJIIl
so

-----

BITS: REF
DATA: 1

TO
1

REFERENCE TOGGLE SIT

52
0

51
1

0

SUB-SYSTEM ADDRESS

FED
1
00

C

B
A
00

COMMAND

NOTES:
a. Flashed mode: transmission with 2 toggle bits and 3 address bits, followed by 6 command bits (pulses are flashed).

b. Modulated mode: transmission with reference time, toggle bit and 3 address bits, followed by 6 command bits (pulses are modulated).

Figure 2. Data Format of REMO Output; REF = Reference Time; TO and T1 = Toggle Bits;
SO, 51 and 52 System Address; A, B, C, D, E, and F Command Bits

=

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SAA3004

Infrared Transmitter

REMe

:Jl. . -:-_________________ ----.JL-,~.~k---~tp--------------------tb.----------------------"'.1

I

REMO
L

~

tt=~

l.

n n
____ ~WL

I

I

t~---J

NOTES:
1. Flashed pulse.
2. Modulated pulse (tpw = (5 X tM) + tMH'

Figure 3. REMO Output Waveform

_

I---t

KEY BOUNCING

KEY R~::: nft~rr----------("I'I"I"IIIII
-,

REL- - - \

[-- -- - --I (

NEW KEY

u

OFF
DRVnN

REMO

Figure 4. Single Key·Stroke Sequence

Output Sequence (Data Format)
The output operation will start when the
selected code is found. A burst of pulses,
including the latched address and command
codes, is generated at the output REMO as
long as a key is pressed. The format of the

December 2, 1986

output pulse train is given in Figures 2 and 3.
The operation is terminated by releasing the
key or if more than one key is pressed at the
same time. Once a sequence is started, the
transmitted words will always be completed
after the key is released.

5·17

The toggle bits TO and T1 are incremented if
the key is released for a minimum time tREL
(see Figure 4). The toggle bits remain un·
changed within a multiple keystroke se·
quence.

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Product Specification

Infrared Transmitter

SAA3004

KEVA

KEVa

DRVnN

RENO

osco

NOTES:
1. Scan rate multiple key-stroke: ISM = 6 to 10 X
2. For tOB. tsT and tw see Figure 4.

to.
Figure 5. Multiple Key·Stroke Sequence

Table 1. Pulse Train Timing
to
(ms)

tp
(lIS)

Flashed

2.53

8.8

Modulated

2.53

MODE

Table 2. Pulse Train Separation
tM
(lIS)

tML
(lIS)

tw
(ms)

tMH
(I's)

121
26.4

17.6

Logic "0"
Logic "1"
Reference time

121

8.8

NOTES:

Toggle bit time
tose= 2.2/ls

455kHz
4 X lose
12 X lose
8 X lose
4 X lose
1152 X lose
55296 X tose

Flashed pulse width
Modulation period
Modulation period LOW
Modulation period HIGH
Basic unit of pulse distance
Word distance

Table 3. Transmission Mode and Subsystem Address Election
SUBSYSTEM
ADDRESS

MODE

F
L
A

S
H
E

D
M
0

D
U
L
A
T
E

DRIVER DRVnN
FOR n=

#

S2

SI

SO

0

1

1

1

1
2
3
4
5
6

0
0
0
0

0
0
1

0

0

1

1

1

X
X
X

1
1

0
0

0
1

1

1
0
0
1
1
0
0

1
0

0
1
2
3
4
5
6

0
0
0
0
1
1

0

1

0
1

0
1

0

x
X

1

2

3

5

6

0

X

0

x

x

x

0

X

X

X

X

0

0
0

X
X
X

x
X

0
0

X
X

0
0

X

0
0

0

x

x

x

0

X

X

X

X

NOTES:

- Connected to ADRM
= Not connected to ADRM
= Don't care

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4

0

X
X

D
o
Blank
X

(tB)
CODE

5·18

0
0

0

ta
2 X to
3 X to
3 X to
2 X to or
3 X to

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SAA3004

Infrared Transmitter

Table 4. Key Codes
MATRIX
DRIVE

MATRIX
SENSE

CODE

MATRIX
POSITION

F

E

D

C

B

A

DRVON
DRV1N
DRV2N
DRV3N
DRV4N
DRV5N
DRV6N
Vss

SENON
SENON
SENON
SENON
SENON
SENON
SENON
SENON

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1

SEN1N
SEN2N
SEN3N
SEN4N
SEN5N
SEN6N
SEN5N
and
SEN6N

0
0
0
1
1
1

0
1
1
0
0
1

1
0
1
0
1
0

2
2
2
2
2
2

8
16
24
32
40
48

1

1

1

2

56 to 63

1

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
to
to
to
to
to
to

I

15
23
31
39
47
55

NOTES:
1. The complete matrix drive as shown above for SENON is also applicable for the matrix sense inputs
SEN1 N to SEN6N and the combined SEN5N/SEN6N.
2. The C, 8 and A codes are identical to SENON as given above.

December 2, 1986

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The subsystem address and the transmission
modes are defined by connecting the ADRM
input to one or more driver outputs (DRVON
to DRV6N) of the key matrix. If more than one
driver is connected to ADRM, they must be
decoupled by a diode.

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AN1731
Low-Power Remote Control IR
Transmitter and Receiver
Application Note

Linear Products

LOW-POWER IR TRANSMITTER
SAA3004
The SAA3004 is a new MaS transmitter IC for
infrared remote control systems in which the
received commands are decoded by a microcomputer. It can transmit up to 448 commands, divided into 7 subsystem groups of 64
commands each and is therefore suitable for
single or multi-system use. To allow remote
control systems with a variety of ranges,
noise immunities, and costs to be built, two
operating modes are available: unmodulated
(single pulse per bit) or modulated (burst of 6
pulses per bit). The subsystem address and
mode of operation may be selected by keyboard contacts for multi-system use, or may
be hard-wired for single system use. The
output from the SAA3004 is Pulse Distance
Modulated (PDM) for maximum power economy and the high level of output current
available (40mA with a 6V supply) allows the
IC to drive an IR LED via a very simple
amplifier using a single external transistor.
Compared with earlier IR transmitter ICs, the
SAA3004 operates over a much wider supply
voltage range (4V to lIV), consumes less
current during operation (1 mA typical with a
6V supply), has a lower standby current
( < 2f}.A), and requires a minimum number of
external components. The low current consumption is largely due to the fairly low
oscillator frequency (455kHz).

Transmission Formats
The formats of the two transmission modes
are shown in Figure 1.
At least one complete II-bit word is generated for each legal detected keystroke. The
logic state of a bit is defined by the interval
between consecutive output pulses or bursts,
measured from leading edge to leading edge.
The word is repeated as long as a key
remains pressed. When a key is released, the
transmission ceases as soon as the current
word has been transmitted.
In the unmodulated mode, only one pulse per
bit is generated and passed to output pin
REMO. For this mode, the IR preamplifier in
the receiver can be a broadband type and
therefore inexpensive. However, the interference immunity and range of the remote
control will not be as high as that for a
transmitter in the modulated mode in conjunction with a narrow-band IR receiver.

of about 38kHz. Since this frequency lies
between the first and second harmonics of
the TV line frequency, a narrow-band IR
receiver tuned to 38kHz should be used in the
equipment being controlled. Although such a
receiver is more expensive than a broadband
one, the remote control will be less sensilive
to interference and will have a longer range.
However, if these requirements are not stringent, a broadband receiver could also be
used to receive transmissions in the modulated mode.
Remote control systems normally detect a
command continuously from the moment it is
received. To distinguish between multiple
keystrokes and new commands, it is then
necessary to detect the length of the transmitted data words. The disadvantage of this
method is that a repeated command can be
seen as a new one if the data stream is
interrupted by an external influence. In the
SAA3004, this problem is eliminated by incorporating toggle bits in the data stream. The
toggle bits change state after each key release according to the truth table given in
Table 1. The toggle bits therefore inform the
remote control receiver that new data is
arriving so that the microcomputer can easily
distinguish between new data words and
repeated ones. It can also count the number
of identical commands if they are issued more
than once in sequence. This is an important
facility for selection of Teletext pages with
repeated digits, resetting clock/calendars
and programming VCRs.
Figure 1a is a pulse diagram of the output
signal from the SAA3004 in the unmodulated
mode. The data word consists of 2 toggle bits
(Tl and TO), 3 address bits (S2, SI, and SO)
and 6 command bits (F, E, D, C, B, and A).
Toggle Bit Tl provides additional protection
against interference. If the second keystroke
in a sequence of three is disturbed, the
decoding part of the receiver will recognize
the same data twice; the fact that Tl has
changed state will indicate that a new command is being transmitted.
Figure 2 shows the timing of a single bit for
each transmission mode.
A complete message always consists of 12
pulses, the timing of which is directly related
to the oscillator period tose. The pulse timing
data for fose = 455kHz is as follows.

In the modulated mode, each bit is transmitted as a burst of 6 pulses at a repetition rate
February 1987

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Oscillator period

Pulse width
Low period of modula-

tion pulses

Modulated pulse burst
period
Duration of modulated

pulse burst

tose = 2.2p.s
Vee = tMH = 4tose = S.Sp.s
tML = Stose = 17.6p.s
tM

= 12tose = 26.4p.s

tpw = 64tose = 141p.s

Interval between pulses to = 1152t08C = 2.53ms
Data word repetition

period

tw = 4STo = 121ms

= 2T0 = 5.06ms

Logic '0' pulse or bUrst t
spacing

BO

Logic '~' pulse or burst t
spacing
B1

=

3To

=

7.6ms

The data word format and timing shown in
Figure 1b for the modulated mode of transmission is the same as that previously described
for the un modulated mode. In this case, however, each bit consists of a 141115 burst of 6
pulses, and toggle bit Tl is replaced by a
reference pulse with a permanent logic 1, the
timing of which is (tREF = tSl = 7.6ms). This
allows a lower stability oscillator to be used in
the transmitter because tREF can be used as a
reference for decoding in the equipment being
controlled.

Functional Description of the
SAA3004
A detailed functional block diagram of the
SAA3004 is given in Figure 3 and the key
sequencing diagram is given in Figure 4,
which shows that, during standby, all the drive
outputs are LOW. When a keystroke is detected (one or more sense inputs LOW) by
the sense detector, the sequence control
block enables the oscillator which starts to
generate clock pulses. The oscillator increments the scan counter which, after debouncing time (tDS > 4To) has elapsed, sequentially
activates the drive outputs at intervals of
tose/72 (15811S for fose = 455kHz). See Figure 5.
The activated key position is stored in the
data memory together with the subsystem
address (determined by which of the drive
outputs 1 - 5 is connected to ADRM) and the
output mode (whether or not drive output 6 is
connected to ADRM). However, unlike the
command code, the subsystem address is
only sensed during the first scan cycle and
does not cause any output when it is
changed. The stored data, together with the
toggle bits, are applied to the data multiplexer, the serial output from which is converted
into the correct pulse distances by the modulation counter. The pulses are then fed to

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low-Power Remote Control IR Transmitter and Receiver

~~--------------------------------------.w
tbO .... L-....-tbl~
1- I

I

REMO

BITS;

I

11

--------------------------------------'.~I

~~
1ST WORD 2ND WORD

I

TO
1

o

DATA:

I

-j-'p
S2

I

so

S1
1

o

TOGGLE BITS

AN1731

o

SUB-SYSTEM ADDRESS

COMMAND

a. Unmodulated Transmission Mode

t==tbl--t+-tbl~tbO___J

REMO :

---+f I..-tpw

•

·,STWOR:I~

tw

JIL_JL-JIIIIUIIIIL-J~IIUIIIIL...J~U~IUIIIIL_JIIIIUIIIUIIIL_
___---i~~IL..Jllt
so

------

BrTS;REF
DATA: 1

REFERENCE

TO
1

TOGGL.E BIT

52
0

$1
1

0

FED
1
00

C
1

B
A
00

COMMAND

SUB-SYSTEM ADDRESS

b. Modulated Transmission Mode
Figure 1. Transmission Format at Output REMO

REMO

:.Jl"'""-=-_________________ ---IL..,1-..k-__
~1
t_p___________________ t. ____________________.......

a. Unmodulated Transmission Mode

I_._ _ _ _

REMO

~

In standby, the drive lines are LOW and the
sense lines are HIGH. A scan cycle starts as
soon as one of the sense inputs is forced
LOW by a keystroke. If the keystroke is
detected as being legal (only one key
pressed), the appropriate command is de·
coded according to the scheme in Table 2,
and the correct data word is fed to output
REMO. Bits ABC in Table 2 indicate which of
the seven driver outputs is activated and bits
OEF indicate which of the seven sense inputs
has detected a LOW level.

b. Modulated Transmission Mode
Figure 2. Timing of a Single Bit at Output REMO
output REMO via the output modulator. After
a key is released, the oscillator stops and the
circuits return to the standby state to con·
serve battery power as soon as the output
sequence is completed.
The 8AA3004 has built·in protection against
multiple keystrokes (two or more keys
pressed at a time). In this event, the Ie reacts
as shown in Figure 6. At the end of any
current output sequence, output REMO be·
comes inactive, and the keyboard scanning
interval tw = 121 ms is reduced to tSM (about
20ms). This ensures that a key release is
detected as soon as possible. Also, the
toggle bits remain unchanged during multiple
keystrokes.
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Table 1. Sequence of Toggle Bits
KEY SEQUENCE

TO

n
n+1
n+2
n+3
n+4
n+5

0
1
0
1
0

T1

0
0

A Practical IR Transmitter
An example of a complete IR remote control
transmitter is given in Figure 7.

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Forty·nine of the keys (7 X 7 matrix) are
connected directly between driver lines
ORVON to ORV6N and sense lines 8ENON to
8EN6N. Expanding the keyboard for 64 com·
mands is done in three steps. First, seven
keys are added to switch each of the sense
lines to ground. Next, seven keys are added
to switch each of the drive lines to 8EN5N
and 8EN6N via diodes 0 1 and O2. The final
key is added to switch sense lines 8EN5N
and 8EN6N to ground via diodes 0 1 and O2 ,

Address mode input AORM selects the sub·
system address and determines the transmis·
sion mode (modulated or unmodulated). The
subsystem address and mode of operation
depend on which of the seven drive lines ip
connected to AORM as shown in Tap"
The address is selected either by c'
address switch to connect a ,v
input AORM before pressi~'
;
or by installing a perm'
/
of the drive outp'"
address seier
bits 82,81, a,
Iy generated.
Mode selection it
drive line ORV6N

l'

~"'. 0
~

~

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~

~

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Voo
20

DAVON
DAV1N
DRV2N
DRWN

OSCI

DAV4N

osco

DRV5N

ORVIN

REMe

SENON

!

SEN2N

SEN1 N

SEN4N

SEN3N

ADAM

SEN6N

SEN5N

Figure 3. Block Diagram of Remote Control Transmitter SAA3004

~tREL~

LKEYBOUNctNG

KEY

CLOSED

RELEASED

J1Wrftn-----------~lIrrili

[n - -- -- --I

NEW KEY

~

OFF

DRYnN

REMO

:J1D_~-

osco

NOTE,
To = 1152tosc, debounce time tDS

=

4 to 9 X

to,

start time t5T = 5 to 10 X

to,

minimum release time tREL =

to·

Figure 4. Single Keystroke Sequence

transmission is modulated with the link fitted
or unmodulated without it.
Capacitors C1 and C2 associated with the
~cillator must be chosen with regard to low
'rent consumption and quick starting over
·"hole supply voltage range.

~7

The output stage of the SAA3004 shown in
Figure 8 provides a current output of up to
40mA with a BV supply. sufficient to drive a
very simple single transistor amplifier to provide current for an infrared LED. When the
output stage is driven by a HIGH level. the
NPN transistor conducts and pulls output pin

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REMO HIGH (3V min. with a BV supply).
When the output stage is driven by a LOW
level, the NPN transistor is turned off and the
n-channel output FET conducts and pulls
output pin REMO LOW (200mV maximum
with a BV supply). In this state, the output
stage can sink a typical current of 300pA.

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--!

DR.,",

L

158"'1--

.J-----iLJr-----I
I

J

DRV1N..J

I.

I

U

158",

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~AN ImE~AL-----_._j.1

Figure 5. Timing at Outputs DRVON to DRV6N

Table 2. Key Codes
MATRIX
POS.

F

E

CODE
D C

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

8
9
10
12
13
14
15

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

24
25
26
27
28
29
30

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

11

31

MATRIX
POS.

F

E

CODE
D C

B

A

1

1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55

1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1

0
1
0
1
0

0

56
57
58
59
60
61
62

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

B

A

1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0

1

1

1

32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

1
1
1
1
1

1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1

0
0
1

1

1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1

1

1
1

1

1
1

1

0
0

1

1

1

1

1

0
1
0
1
0
1

63

1
1
1

1
1
1

1

1

1
1
1

1

0
0
1
1

1

0
1
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1

/

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KEY A

KEYS

DRVnN

REMO

osco

NOTE:
to = 1152tosc, debounce time tOB = 4 to 9 X to, scan rate t8M = 6 to 10 X

to.

Figure 6. Multiple Keystroke Sequence

Table 3. Transmission Mode and Subsystem Address Selection
OUTPUT FORMAT

SUBSYSTEM ADDRESS
No.

unmodulated

modulated

82

81

80

DRIVE OUTPUT DRVnN n =
0

1

1

1

1

2

0

0

0

X

3

0

0

1

4

0

1

0

5

0

1

1

6

1

0

0

7

1

0

1

-

1

1

1

1

2

0

0

0

x

3

0

0

1

4

0

1

0

5

0

1

1

6

1

a

0

7

1

0

1

-

1

2

3

4

5

X

6

X

-

X
-

X

-

-

-

-

- X
- -

X
X
X

-

-

X
X

-

X
X

X

-

X

-

-

X
X

X

NOTES:
X Connected to ADRM.
- Allowed connection to ADRM without any influence on the subsystem address.

Power Consumption
Considerations
The intensity of IR radiation IE, and therefore
the transmitter range, is proportional to the
LED forward current IF. The peak value of IF
in the circuit of Figure 7 is determined by the
value of emitter resistor RE and is given by:

'owever, since the output is pulsed, the
~ery life is mainly determined by the avervalue of the forward current. This aver-

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age LED current is the peak current multiplied
by the duty factor of the output signal. The
duty factor is the ratio of the total HIGH time
of a data word (12 pulses each of width
Tp = 8.8MS) to the data word repetition period
(tw = 121 ms).

data word is therefore six times that for the
unmodulated mode so that the duty factor is
multiplied by six.
In the modulated mode, the average LED
current is therefore:

In the unmodulated mode, the average LED
current is:

In the modulated mode, each pulse is a burst
of six B.BMS pulses. The total HIGH time of a

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At first glance, the higher required average
current for the modulated mode makes it
appear unattractive because of increased
battery drain. However, if a narrow-band receiver is used with a modulated transmitter,

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1l,ZZZZZZ
;:
a::

~

a::

C

!:a:: :::a: a::~
0
0
0

~

a:
0

Q

13

14

15

16

17

~

a:
Q

18

19

I

Figure 7. A Complete Remote Control Infrared Transmitter Using SAA3004

SAA3004

----------1------1-------+~_ovoo
NPN

t-------t--<>REMO

10

vss

Figure 8. Output Stage of the SAA3004
this will not be the case because the reso·
nance peak of the tuned circuit at the input
makes a narrow· band receiver more sensitive
to infrared radiation and less sensitive to
interference than a broadband receiver. For a
given remote control range, then, the required
forward current for the transmitter LED is less
February 1987

than that required for an LED in an unmodu·
lated transmitter used with a broadband reo
ceiver. This is confirmed by the range mea·
surement results given at the end of this
publication.

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The total current drain from the battery when
the transmitter is in use is the sum of IFav, the
very small leakage current of the battery
buffer electrolytic capacitor C3, and the cur·
rent drain of the SAA3004 (typically 1mA with
a 6V supply or 3mA with a 9V supply). During
standby, the maximum current drain of the
SAA3004 is 2JJ.A, regardless of the supply
voltage.

INFRARED RECEIVER
PREAMPLIFIERS
TDA3047 AND TDA3048
The TDA3047 and TDA3048 are bipolar pre·
amplifier ICs for infrared remote control reo
ceivers. The ICs differ only in the polarity of
the output signal; the TDA3047 is activ'
HIGH and the TDA3048 is active LOW
choice of polarity allows the preamp'"
be selected to suit the micropro'
system being controlled. Fr
8048 microprocessor jr
level (active· LOW in~
the correct choice. Po,
ICs is only 10mW from,

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considerably less than that of earlier preamplifier ICs. Operation from a 5V supply means
that the preamplifiers can use the same
supply as the microprocessor in the equipment being controlled.
Both ICs are excellent for use in narrow-band
IR receivers which are necessary to achieve
high noise immunity and long range for the
reception of a modulated data stream. The
ICs can also be used in inexpensive broadband IR receivers for the reception of unmodulated data or modulated data if noise immunity and long range are not of major importance.
The 66dB AGC range of the ICs ensures
stable amplification of a wide range of signal
levels, thus allowing remote-control systems
to operate over a wide range of transmitterto-receiver distances.

The ICs in a Narrow-Band IR
Receiver
The functional block diagram of the
TDA3047/48 in a narrow-band IR receiver is
shown in Figure 9. Figure 10 shows some of
the internal circuitry connected to the IC pins.
The input signal from the photodiode is coupled to input Pins 2 and 15 via a 38kHz

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maximum gain of 2SdB, giving overall gain of
more than 80dB. Feedback capacitors C4 and
C5 stabilize the first and second stage, respectively. Together, they set the lower frequency limit of the circuit, C4 having the most
effect because the first stage has the higher
gain. The values of both capacitors should be
chosen such that IR interference is suppressed, bearing in mind that incandescent
lamps radiate IR at multiples of 100Hz. The
upper frequency limit of the amplifier is set by
internal capacitance and is above 1MHz.

parallel tuned circuit with a Q of about 10
giving a bandwidth of about 3kHz. This considerably improves selectivity and attenuates
continuous IR interference caused, for example, by sunlight. The low resistance of L,
(125U) ensures that the photodiode never
saturates. The tapping point for the coil (3:1)
is chosen to match the input resistance of the
IC (16kn) and is optimum for low-level signals (Q-killer inactive) so that the operating
range of the remote-control system remains
almost independent of component value
spreads or frequency tolerance in either the
transmitter or the receiver.

The amplified signal is fed to a synchronous
demodulator and a reference amplifier that
limits high amplitude input signals. The 2.7mH
coil in the 38kHz demodulator tuned circuit
has a Q of about 7 in conjunction with the
resistance between Pins 7 and 10 (SkU).

Alternatively, L, could be capacitively tapped
as shown in Figure 11. The total capacitance
of C,a and C'b must be that required to tune
the circuit to 38kHz (470pF with a 40mH coil).
The ratio C,a/C'b must be 3:1. Values of
2.2nF for C, a and 5S0pF for C, b meet these
requirements and give about the same Q as
the input tuned circuit given in Figure 9.

After multiplication of the input and reference
signals, the demodulated signal is fed to a
pulse shaper and an AGC circuit. A Q-killer in
the AGC loop damps the Q of the input tuned
circuit for high level inputs so that the circuit
can handle large variations of signal amplitude. An absolute maximum input level of
about SOOmV is set by the limiter at Pin 1. The
AGC acquisition time and the time constant of
the pulse shaper are determined by C7 at Pin

The signal from the tuned circuit is capacitiveIy-coupled to Pins 2 and 15 of the IC and is
then amplified by an internal two-stage gaincontrolled differential amplifier. The first stage
of the differential amplifier has a maximum
gain of 5SdB, and the second stage has a

47
C4

+

C5
Vee

2.7

mH
13

BPW50

fO == 38kHz

10

5

AMPLITUDE
LIMITER

Cl
470
pF

= SV

TDA3047
TDA3048

'5

14

C8

11

2.2nF~

NOTE:

capacitor Os should be kept well clear of the Input pins.

Figure 9. TDA304713048 In a Narrow-Band IR Receiver
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12 and Ca at Pin 11, respectively. The time
constant at Pin 12 is equal to the duration of
one data bit. The time constant at Pin 11 sets
the delay between the pulse shaper and the
output stage. The value of Ca must be low
enough to ensure that, with a charging time of
one pulse width (8.81lS from the SAA3004
transmitter), the threshold of the pulse shaper
(about 4V) can be exceeded. If the value of
Ca is too low, however, short duration interference pulses can easily trigger the pulse
shaper. The value of Ca is therefore a compromise between the receiver sensitivity and
immunity to interference.

The ICs in a Broadband IR
Receiver
The TDA3047 and TDA3048 are shown in a
broadband IR receiver circuit in Figure 12.
This circuit is similar to the previously described narrow-band receiver except that the
Q-Killer and amplitude limiter are not necessary. (Pins 1, 3,14 are not used.) Also, the IR
photodiode is simply connected between two

12kQ load resistors and connected to the IC
inputs via 10nF capacitors instead of via a
tuned circuit.

CONTROL SYSTEM RANGE
MEASUREMENTS
Measurements have been made with both IR
receivers in conjunction with an IR transmitter
based on the SAA3004 to determine the
operating range.
As previously explained, when the SAA3004
transmitter in the unmodulated mode drives a
single infrared LED with a constant peak
forward current IF of 2A, the average current,
which is proportional to the infrared radiation,
is:
IFav = 8.71F X 10- 4 = 1.7mA.

1.

3k

10k

Ok

8k

1.51<
3k

8k

..
15

1.
S40

TO....7
TO.....

18

Figure 10. Internal Connectors to Pins of the TDA3047/3048

February 1987

Under these conditions, the range of the
remote-control was 11 m with a narrow-band
receiver and 12m with a broadband receiver.
Under the same conditions in the modulated
mode, the average current is:
IFav = 521F X 10- 4 = 10.4mA.
Under these conditions, the range of the
remote-control was 25m with a narrow-band
receiver and 16m with a broadband receiver.
To aliow direct comparison between the two
transmission modes, the average LED current
for the modulated mode was reduced to
1.7mA. Under these conditions, the range of
the remote-control was 11 m with a narrowband receiver and 8m with a broadband
receiver.

Originally published as Technical Publication 167,
March 22, 1965, The Netherlands.

7

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C1b
C1a

TDA3047

15

TDA3048

14

Figure 11. Alternative Input Coupling for a Narrow-Band IR Receiver

47nF

R1
12k

C4

C5

47
nF

10
nF
13

5

V.=5V
8.2

mH

AMPUTUDE
LIMITER

10
10

=38kHz

TDA3047

TDA3048

C2
10nF

2

BPW50

R2
12k

C8

11

2.2nFI

Figure 12. TDA304713048 in a Broadband IR Receiver

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SAA3006

Signetics

Infrared Transmitter
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA3006 is intended as a general
purpose (RC-5) infrared remote control
system for use where only low supply
voltages are available. The device can
generate 2048 different commands and
utilizes a keyboard with a single-pole
switch per key. The commands are arranged so that 32 systems can be addressed, each system containing 64 different commands.

• Low supply voltage requirements

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

• Very low current consumption
• For infrared transmission link

The circuit response to legal (one key
pressed at a time) and illegal (more than
one key pressed at a time) keyboard
operation is specified later in this publication (see KEY ACTIVITIES).

• Transmitter for 32 X 64
commands

X6

• One transmitter controls 32
systems

X4

XS

• Transmission biphase technique

X2

• Short transmission times; speedup of system reaction time

XI
XO

• Single-pin oscillator input

TP1

• Input protection

DR6

• Test mode facility

DRS

APPLICATIONS
• Audio
• TV

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°C to + 85°C

SAA3006PN

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-I17)
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL
VDD

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Supply voltage range with respect to Vss

-0.5 to +8.5

V

-0.5 to
(VDD + 0.5)

V'

10

mA

-0.5 to
(Voo + 0.5)

V'

VI

Input voltage range

+11

Input current

Vo

Output voltage range

+10

Output current

10

mA

Po

Power dissipation output ose

50

mW

Po

Power dissipation per output
(all other outputs)

100

mW

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

200

mW

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +85

°e

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°e

DR4

DRO

OR3

DRI

Vss

OR2
TOP VIEW

PIN
NO.
1
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
2
3
6
7
8
9

10
11
12
13
15
16
17

DESCRIPTION

SYMBOL

X7
XO
Xl
X2
X3
X4
X5
X6
SSM
ZO
Zl
Z2
Z3
MDATA
DATA
DR7
DR6
DR5
DR4
DR3
DR2
DRl
ORO

14 Vss
18 OSC
19 TP2
20 TPl
28 voo

)

Keyboard command inputs with
P-channel pull-up transistors

System mode selection input

}

Keyboard system inputs with
P-channel pull-up transistors

l

)

Remote signal outputs
(3-state outputs)

Scan driver outputs with opendrain N-channel transistors

Negative supply (ground)
Oscillator input
Test input/output
Test input
Positive supply

NOTE:

1. VDD + O.5V not to exceed 9V.

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Infrared Transmitter

BLOCK DIAGRAM
SAA3OO6
18

OSC

TP1

osc

3)(21

TEST
MODE

19
TP2

I

1

20

MASTER
RESET
GENERATOR

I
SSM

2

MODE
SELECTION

J

6
Z3
Z2

Z1

zo
X7

xe
xs
X4
X3
X2

X1

xo

DECODER
CONTROL
UNIT

I--

213
DIVIDER

I--

5
4

3

I

1

ZT
26

KEYBOARD
ENCODER

25
24

17

COMMAND
AND
SYSTEM
ADDRESS
LATCH

23
22

21

18
15

KEYBOARD
DRIVER
DECODER

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OUTPUT

8
DATA

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12
11
10

PARALLEL
TO SERIAL
CONVERTER

9

r t

7

MDATA

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DR1
DR2
DR3
DR4
DR5
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SAA3006

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vss = OV; T = -25 to 85'C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

Voo (V)
Min

Voo

Supply voltage

Typ

Max

2

7

V

Supply current
at 10 = OmA tor all outputs;
XO to X7 and Z3 at Voo;
all other inputs at Voo or Vss;
excluding leakage current from opendrain N-channel outputs
100

I

TA = 25'C

7

10

p.A

p.A

Inputs
Keyboard inputs X and Z with P-channel pull-up transistors
-II

Input current (each input) at
VI = OV; TP = SSM = LOW

2 to 7

10

600

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

2 to 7

0.7 X VDO

Voo

V

VIL

Input voltage LOW

2 to 7

a

x

V

IIR
-IIR

Input leakage current at TA = 25'C;
TP = HIGH;
VI=7V
VI=OV

0.3

Voo

1
1

iJA
iJA
.....

SSM, TP1 and TP2
VIH

Input voltage HI GH

2 to 7

0.7 X Voo

Voo

V

VIL

Input voltage LOW

2 to 7

a

0.3 X Voo

V

IIR

Input leakage current at TA = 25'C;
VI=7V
VI=OV

1
1

p.A
p.A

2

p.A

-riR

OSC
-II

Input leakage current at T A = 25°C;
VI = OV; TP1 = HIGH; Z2 = Z3 = LOW

2 to 7

Outputs DATA and MDATA
VOH

Output voltage HIGH at -IOH = OAmA

2 to 7

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = O.6mA

2 to 7

V

Voo -0.3
0.3

V

lOR
-lOR

Output leakage current at:
Vo=7V
Vo=OV

10
20

iJA
p.A

lOR
-lOR

TA = 25'C;
Vo=7V
Vo=OV

1
2

p.A
iJA

2 to 7

0.3

V

7

10

p.A

1

p.A

ORO to DR7, TP2
VOL
lOR
lOR

Output voltage lOW at IOL = O.3mA
Output leakage current
at Vo=7V
at Vo=7V;
TA = 25'C

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SAA3006

Infrared Transmitter

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vss = OV; T = -25 to 85·C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

Voo (V)
Typ

Min

Max

OSC
Oscillator current at OSC

lose

= VDO

4.5

7

30

pA

450

kHz

120

kHz

Oscillator
fosc

Maximum oscillator frequency at CL
(Figures 4 and 5)

fose

Free-running oscillator frequency
at TA = 25·C

\.47

'<

[\45 [\44

1\.43

\55 \54 ~

[\S2 \51

~62

~60 ~59

\63

~ ~
(4)

21

~4

[\46

[\61

~5

"-

~4

,3

"-

"-

"\42

[\41

[\40

26

\50 1\.49 1\.46 27

\58 ~7 1\58

1

~ ~~ ~~

3

~ ~

4

\15 [\14 \13

\12 [\11

~o

\23 [\22

[\20

~8 ~7 ~6

5

\26

6

31

\30

\21

~19

\29 \28 \27

\25

2
10

2

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
\13 \12 1\11 1\0
~ ~ 22
~7 ~6 23
1\23 \22 R1
1\.9
'
\
..8
~
~31 \30 [\29 [\211 1\.27 \26
~ ~ 24
[\39 [\38 ~7 [\38 1\35 \34 ~ ~2 25

~

1\15

(3)

= 40pF

\24

L7
ORO

116
OR1

15
OR2

13
OR3

11
DRS

12
DR4

XI

X2
X3
X4
X5
SAA3OO6

X6

X7

zo
Z1
Z2

Z3

rr r rr
TP1

TP2

DATA

MDATA

(2)

NOTES:
1. Control inputs for operating modes, test modes and reset.
2. Remote signal outputs.
3. Keyboard command code matrix 8 X 8.

x

8.

Figure 1. Keyboard Interconnection

December 2, 1986

9
DR7

xo

SSM

4. Keyboard system code matrix 4

10
DR6

5-32

osc

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Product Specification

Infrared Transmitter

SAA3006

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Combined System Mode
(SSM LOW)

=

The X and Z lines are active-HIGH in the
quiescent state. Legal key operation either in
the X-DR or Z-DR matrix starts the debounce
cycle. When the contact is made for two bit
times without interruption, the oscillator enable signal is latched and the key may be
released. Interruption within the two bit times
resets the internal action. At the end of the
debounce time, the DR outputs are switched
off and two scan cycles are started, switching
on the DR-outputs one by one. When a Z or X
input senses a LOW level, a latch enable
signal is fed to the system address or command latches, depending on whether sensing
was found in the Z or X input matrix. After
latching a system address number, the device
will generate the last command (I.e., all command bits '1') in the chosen system as long
as the key is pressed. Latching of a command
number causes the device to generate this
command together with the system address
number stored in the system address latch.
Releasing the key will reset the internal action
if no data is transmitted at that time. Once the
transmission is started, the signal will be
finished completely.

Single System Mode
(SSM = HIGH)
The X lines are active-HIGH in the quiescent
state; the pull-up transistors of the Z lines are
switched off and the inputs are disabled. Only
legal key operation in the X-DR matrix starts
the debounce cycle. When the contact is
made for two bit times without interruption,
the oscillator enable signal is latched and the
key may be released. Interruption within the
two bit times resets the internal action. At the
end of the debounce time, the pull-up transistors in the X lines are switched off. Those in
the Z lines are switched on during the first
scan cycle. The wired connection in the Z
matrix is then translated into a system address number and stored in the system ad-

dress latch. At the end of the first scan cycle
the pull-up transistors in the Z lines are
switched off and the inputs are disabled
again, while the transistors in the X lines are
switched on. The second scan cycle produces the command number which, after
latching, is transmitted together with the system address number.

transmitted in biphase; definitions of logical
'1' and '0' are given in Figure 3.
The code consists of four parts:
• Start part formed by 2 bits (two times a
logical '1')
• Control part formed by 1 bit

Inputs

• System part formed by 5 bits

The command inputs XO to X7 carry a logical
'1' in the quiescent state by means of an
internal pull-up transistor. When SSM is LOW,
the system inputs ZO to Z3 also carry a logical
, l' in the quiescent state by means of an
internal pull-up transistor.

• Command part formed by 6 bits.

When SSM is HIGH, the transistors are
switched off and no current flows via the
wired connection in the Z-DR matrix.

Oscillator
The oscillator is formed by a ceramic resonator (cataloq number 2422 540 98021 or
equivalent) feeding the single-pin input OSC.
Direct connection is made for supply voltages
in the range 2 to 5.25V but it is necessary to
fit a 1OkQ resistor in series with the resonator
when using supply voltages in the range 2.6
to 7V.

Key Release Detection
An extra control bit is added which will be
complemented after key release. In this way
the decoder gets an indication that shows if
the next code is to be considered as a new
command. This is very important for multidigit entry (e.g., by channel numbers or TeletextlViewdata pages). The control bit will only
be complemented after finishing at least one
code transmission. The scan cycles are repeated before every code transmission, so
that, even by 'takeover' of key operation
during the code transmission, the correct
system and command numbers are generated.

The output MDATA carries the same information as output DATA but is modulated on a
carrier frequency of 1,112 the oscillator frequency, so that each bit is presented as a burst of
32 pulses. To reduce power consumption, the
carrier frequency has a 25% duty cycle.
In the quiescent state, both outputs are nonconducting (3-state outputs). The scan drivers DRO to DR7 are of the open-drain Nchannel type and are conducting in the quiescent state of the circuil. After a legal key
operation all the driver outputs go into the
high ohmic state; a scanning procedure is
then started so that the outputs are switched
into the conducting state one after the other.

Reset Action
The circuit will be reset immediately when a
key release occurs during:
• Debounce time
• Between two codes.
When a key release occurs during scanning
of the matrix, a reset action will be accomplished if:
• The key is released while one of the driver
outputs is in the low-ohmic '0' state
• The key is released before detection of that
key
• There is no wired connection in the Z-DR
matrix while SSM is HIGH.

Outputs

Test Pin

The output DATA carries the generated information according to the format given in Figure 2 and Tables 2 and 3. The code is

The test pins TP1 and TP2 are used for
testing in conjunction with inputs Z2 and Z3
as shown in Table 1.

Table 1. Test Functions
TP1

TP2

Z2

Z3

LOW
LOW
HIGH
HIGH

LOW
HIGH
Output fosc 6
Output fosc 6

Matrix input
Matrix input
LOW
HIGH

Matrix input
Matrix input
LOW
HIGH

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FUNCTION

Normal
Scan + output frequency 6 times faster than normal
Reset
Output frequency 3 X 27 faster than normal

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Product Specification

Infrared Transmitter

SAA3006

KEY ACTIVITIES
1 CODE

Every connection of one X input and one DR
output is recognized as a legal keyboard
operation and causes the device to generate
the corresponding code.

MSI

t:

Activating more than one X input at a time is
an illegal keyboard operation and no circuit
action is taken (oscillator does not start).

SYSTEM
ADDRESS BITS

CONTROL BIT

When SSM is LOW, every connection of one
Z input and one DR output is recognized as a
legal keyboard operation and causes the
device to generate the corresponding code.
Activating two or more Z inputs, or Z inputs
and X inputs, at one time is an illegal keyboard operation and no circuit action is taken.
When SSM is HIGH, a wired connection must
be made between a Z input and a DR output.
If no connection is made, the code is not
generated,

2 CODES SUCCESSIVELY

I~

2ND

---------------~_I

\

REPETITION TIME=64 BIT TIMES

When one X or Z input is connected to more
than one DR output, the last scan signal is
considered legal.

-

Figure 2, DATA Output Format (RC·S)

The maximum allowable value of the contact
series resistance of the keyboard switches is

'----i

7kSl

f - - -.....

DIGITAL~'

t
DIGITAL '0'

!---1BrrTIME_

NOTE:
1. Bit time

=

3 X 28 X 'lose (typically 1.778ms) where lose is the oscillator period time.

Figure 3, Biphase Transmission Code

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Product Specification

SAA3006

Infrared Transmitter

Table 2. Command Matrix X-DR
CODE
NO

0
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

1

2

X-LINES
X
3
4

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

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5

6

7

0

•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

•
•
•

•

1

•

•

•

•
•
•
•
•

•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•

•

•

5-35

2

•

•

•

•

DR-LINES
DR
3
4

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

COMMAND BITS

C
5

•

•

•

•

6

•

•

•

•

7

•

•

•

•

5

4

3

2

1

0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0

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Product Specification

Infrared Transmitter

SAA3006

Table 2. Command Matrix X-DR (Continued)
CODE
NO

0
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63

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1

2

X-LINES
X
3
4

5

6

7

•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•

0

•
•
•
•

•

1

•

•

2

•

•

•
•

•
•

•

•
•
•
•
•

•

•

DR-LINES
DR
3
4

•

•

•

•
•
•

•

•
•
•
•

•

•

•

•
•
•

5-36

•

•

•

•

•

5

•

•

•

•

6

•

•

•

•

7

•

•

•

•

5

COMMAND BITS
C
4
3
2
1

1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0

0

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0

0
0

0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1

0
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
1
1
0

0
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

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SM3006

Infrared Transmitter

Table 3. System Matrix Z-DR
SYSTEM
NO

Z·lINES
Z
1
2

0

3

•
•
•
•
•
•

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

•

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23

0

•

•

•

•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

1

•

•

•

•

2

•

•

•

•

DR·lINES
DR
3
4

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

5

6

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

7

•

•

•

•

4

SYSTEM BITS
S
2
3
1

0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

a

0

0
1

1
1
0
0
1
1

a

0
1
1
1
1

1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0

a
a

------..----~--VDD

JUlJl

1\
\

osc

18

V,:D.:;.DL.,28_ _ _ _...L...,
DATA

)(021

1'\ TYP

"'to

o

_~~---~---4_--_4--___ V~

100

Figure 5. Test Circuit for Measurement of Maximum Oscillator Frequency
Figure 4. Typical Normalized Input
Frequency as a Function of the
Load (Keyboard) Capacitance

HANDLING
Inputs and outputs are protected against electrostatic charge in normal handling. However,
to be totally safe, it is desirable to take normal
precautions appropriate to handling MOS devices.
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Signetics

Infrared Remote Control
Transmitter (RC-5)
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA3027 is intended for a general
purpose (RC-5) infrared remote control
system. The device can generate 2048
different commands and utilizes a keyboard with a single-pole switch per key.
The commands are arranged so that 32
systems can be addressed, each system
containing 64 different commands.

• Transmitter for 32 X 64
commands
• One transmitter controls 32
systems
• Very low current consumption
• For infrared transmission link
• Transmission by biphase
technique
• Short transmission times; speedup of system reaction time
• LC oscillator; no crystal required
• Input protection
• Test mode facility

The circuit response to legal (one key
pressed at a time) and illegal (more than
one key pressed at a time) keyboard
operation is specified later in this publication (see KEY ACTIVITIES).

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

xo

osco
DRB
DRS

APPLICATION

OM

ORO

• Remote control systems

DR3

DRI

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

DR2

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°e to + 85°e

SAA302?PN

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-II?)

lOP VIEW

PIN
SYMBOL
NO.

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Voo

Supply voltage range with respect to
Vss

VI

Input voltage range

± II

Input current

Vo

Output voltage range

±Io

Output current

Po

1

RATING

UNIT

-0.5 to +15

V

-0.5 to (Voo + 0.5)

V

10

mA

21
22
23
24
25
26
27
2
3

•

-0.5 to (Voo + 0.5)

V

5
6
7

10

mA

8

Power dissipation output oseo

50

mW

11

Po

Power dissipation per output (all other
outputs)

100

mW

15

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

200

mW

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +85

°e

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°e

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10
12
13
16
17
I.
18
19
20
28

X7
XO
Xl
X2
X3
X4
X5
X6
SSM
ZO
ZI
Z2
Z3
MDATA
DATA
DR7
DR6
DRS
DR.
DR3
DR2
DRI
ORO

vss
OSCI
TP
OSCO

Voo

DESCRIPTION

Keyboard command inputs with
P-channel pull-up transistors

1
}

System mode selection input
Keyboard system inputs with

P-channel pull-up transistors

J

Remote Signal outputs
(3-state outputs)

Scan driver outputs with opendrain N-channel transistors

1

Negative supply (ground)
Oscillator input
Test pin
Oscitlator output
Positive supply

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SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

BLOCK DIAGRAM
SAA3027

OSCI

OSCO

TP

18

J

I

OSCILLAtOR

I

20

19

I

TEST
MODE

I
I

MODE
SELECTION

I
MASrER
RESET
GENERAtOR

•

I
SSM

Z3
Z2

ZI

zo
'J:1

xa
X5
X4

X3

X2
X1
XO

2

I

a

I--

DECODER
CONTROL
UNIT

I

I--

5

4
3

I

1
27
28

KEYBOARD
ENCODER

25
24

17

COMMAND
AND
SYSTEM
ADDRESS
LATCH

23
22

21

16
15

KEYBOARD
DRIVER
DECODER

I

8

DATA

MDATA

Vss

5·39

12
11

9

r

7

13

10

PARALLEL
TO SERIAL
CONVERTER

OUTPUT

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213
DIVIDER

t

ORO
DR1
DR2

DR3
DR4

DRS
ORa
OR7

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Product Specification

SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vss = OV; TA = _25°C to 85°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

Voo (V)
Min

Supply voltage

Voo

Typ

4.75

Max
12.6

V

10

iJ. A

300

iJ. A

Supply current
at 10 = OmA lor all outputs;
XO to X7 and Z3 at Voo;
all other inputs at V00 or VSS ;
excluding leakage current from open
drain N-channel outputs;
TA = 25°C

100

12.6

Inputs
Keyboard inputs X and Z with P-channel pull-up transistors
-II

Input current (each input) at VI = OV;
TP = SSM = LOW

4.75 to 12.6

10

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

4.75 to 12.6

0.7 X Voo

Voo

V

V il

Input voltage LOW

4.75 to 12.6

0

0.3 X Voo

V

IIR
-IIR

Input leakage current
at TA = 25°C; TP = HIGH;
VI = 12.6V
VI=OV

1
1

iJ.A
iJ.A

SSM, TP and

esci

12.6
12.6

Inputs

VIH

Input voltage HIGH

4.75 to 12.6

0.7 X Voo

Voo

V

Vil

Input voltage LOW

4.75 to 12.6

0

0.3 X Voo

V

IIR
-IIR

Input leakage current at TA = 25°C;
VI = 12.6V
VI=OV

1
1

iJ.A
iJ.A

12.6
12.6

Outputs
DATA, MDATA
VOH

Output voltage HIGH at -IOH = O.SmA

4.75 to 12.6

VOL

Output voltage LOW at 10l = 0.8mA

4.75 to 12.6

0.4

V

12.6
12.6

10
20

iJ.A

12.6
12.6

1
2

iJ.A
iJ.A

4.75 to 12.6

0.4

V

12.6

10

iJ.A

12.6

1

iJ.A

Output leakage current at:
Va = 12.6V
Vo=OV
TA = 25°C;
Vo= 12.6V
Vo=OV

lOR
-lOR
lOR
-lOR

V

Voo -0.6

iJ. A

ORO to DR7 outputs
VOL

Output voltage LOW at 10l = 0.35mA

lOR

Output leakage current
at Vo= 12.6V
at Va = 12.6V;
TA = 25°C

lOR

osce

output

VOH

Output voltage HIGH
at -IOH = 0.2mA; OSCI = Vss

4.75 to 12.6

VOL

Output voltage LOW
at -Iol = 0.45mA; OSCI = VDO

4.75 to 12.6

V

Voo-0.6
0.5

V

Oscillator
fosci

Maximum oscillator Irequency
at Cl = 40pF (Figures 4 and 5)

10SCI
losci

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4.75
6
12.6

5-40

75
120
300

72
72
72

kHz
kHz
kHz

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

Handling
Inputs and outputs are protected against
electrostatic charge in normal handling. However, to be totally safe, it is desirable to take
normal precautions appropriate to handling
MOS devices.

Js

117
~

K

S

[\'5 1\:4

~ ~ ~
~3

[\'2

[\23 [\22 ~' [\20
(3)

~9

1'\8

~
~

~7 ~6

[\31 f\30 [\29 [\28 [\27

1\2S f\25

[\24

21

22
23
24

[\37

1\.36

11\35

1\34 1\33

[\32

[\46 [\45
[\54 [\53

~44

[\43

1\42 [\41

1\40

[\50

11\48

27

~63 ~62 ~61 ~60 ~59 ~58 ~57 ~56

1

~39 ~38
[\47
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(4)

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1\' I'~O r\

ORO

[\52 [\51

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~

I, 1'- I, b,

~S

~5

~3

~ ~ I~

[\'5

[\"

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IS

19 [\'8

28~ 27

' s28

11\9 [\8
f\17

[\'6

~25

's2'

25

26

3

•
5
6

DA1

13
OR3

12
OR4

11
DR5

10
DRS

9

DR7

XO
XI
X2

X3
X4
X5
XS

SAA3027

X7

20
ZI
Z2

Z3

rr
r------r -TP

SSM

MDATA

(1)

DATA

ascI

osco

20

18

.<-

1.;;---

J..

(2)

NOTES:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

Programming inputs for operating modes, test mode and reset.
Remote signal outputs.
Keyboard command code matrix 8 x 8.
Keyboard system code matrix 4 X B.

Figure 1_ Keyboard Interconnection

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Combined System Mode
(SSM = LOW)
The X and Z-lines are active HIGH in the
quiescent state. Legal key operation either in
the X-DR or Z-DR matrix starts the debounce
cycle. When the contact is made for two bit
times without interruption, the oscillator-enable signal is latched and the key may be
December 2, 1986

released. Interruption within the two bit times
resets the internal action. At the end of the
debounce time, the DR-outputs are switched
off and two scan cycles are started, switching
on the DR-outputs one by one. When a Z or
X-input senses a LOW level, a latch-enable
signal is fed to the system address or command latches; depending on whether sensing
was found in the Z or X-input matrix. After
latching a system address number, the device

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I

15
OR2

will generate the last command (i.e., all command bits '1') in the chosen system as long
as the key is pressed. Latching of a command
number causes the device to generate this
command together with the system address
number stored in the system address latch.
Releasing the key will reset the internal action
if no data is transmitted at that time. Once the
transmission is started, the signal will be
finished completely.

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Product Specification

SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

Single System Mode
(SSM = HIGH)
The X-lines are active HIGH in the quiescent
state; the pull-up transistors of the Z-lines are
switched off and the inputs are disabled. Only
legal key operation in the X-DR matrix starts
the debounce cycle. When the contact is
made for two bit times without interruption,
the oscillator-enable signal is latched and the
key may be released. Interruption within the
two bit times resets the internal action. At the
end of the debounce time, the pull-up transistors in the X-lines are switched off; those in
the Z-lines are switched on during the first
scan cycle. The wired connection in the Zmatrix is then translated into a system address number and stored in the system address latch. At the end of the first scan cycle
the pull·up transistors in the Z·lines are
switched off and the inputs are disabled
again, while the transistors in the X-lines are
switched on. The second scan cycle produces the command number which, after
latching, is transmitted together with the system address number.

Inputs
The command inputs XO to X7 carry a logical
, l' in the quiescent state by means of an
internal pull-up transistor. When SSM is LOW,
the system inputs ZO to Z3 also carry a logical
, l' in the quiescent state by means of an
internal pull-up transistor.
When SSM is HIGH, the transistors are
switched off and no current flows via the
wired connection in the Z-DR matrix.

Oscillator
OSCI and OSCO are the input/output, respectively, of a two-pin oscillator. The oscillator is formed externally by one inductor and
two capacitors and operates at 72kHz (typical).

digit entry (e.g. by channel numbers or TeletextlViewdata pages). The control bit will only
be complemented after finishing at least one
code transmission. The scan cycles are repeated before every code transmission, so
that, even by 'take-over' of key operation
during code transmission, the correct system
and command numbers are generated.

Outputs
The output DATA carries the generated information according to the format given in Figure 2 and Tables 1 and 2. The code is
transmitted in biphase; definitions of logical
'1' and '0' are given in Figure 3.
The code consists of four parts:
• Start part formed by 2 bits (two times a
logical 'I')
• Control part formed by 1 bit
• System part formed by 5 bits
• Command part formed by 6 bits
The output MDATA carries the same information as output DATA but is modulated on a
carrier frequency of half the oscillator frequency, so that each bit is presented as a
burst of 32 oscillator periods. To reduce
power consumption, the carrier frequency has
a 25 % duty cycle.
In the quiescent state, both outputs are nonconducting (3-state outputs). The scan drivers DRO to DR7 are of the open drain Nchannel type and are conducting in the quiescent state of the circuit. After a legal key
operation, a scanning procedure is started so
that they are switched into the conducting
state one after the other.

Reset Action
The circuit will be reset immediately when a
key release occurs during:

Key-Release Detection

• Debounce time

An extra control bit is added which will be
complemented after key-release. In this way
the decoder gets an indication that shows if
the next code is to be considered as a new
command. This is very important for multi-

• Between two codes

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When a key release occurs during scanning
of the matrix, a reset action will be accomplished if:

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• The key is released while one of the driver
outputs is in the low-ohmic '0' state;
• The key is released before detection of that
key;
• There is no wired connection in the Z-DR
matrix while SSM is HIGH.

Test Pin
The test pin TP is an input which can be used
for testing purposes.
When LOW, the circuit operates normally.
When HIGH, all pull-up transistors are
switched off, the control bit is set to zero and
the output data is 26 times faster than normal.
When Z2 = Z3 = LOW, the counter will be
reset to zero.

Key Activities
Every connection of one X-input and one DRoutput is recognized as a legal keyboard
operation and causes the device to generate
the corresponding code.
Activating more than one X-input at a time is
an illegal keyboard operation and no circuit
action is taken (oscillator does not start).
When SSM is LOW, every connection of one
Z-input and one DR-output is recognized as a
legal keyboard operation and causes the
device to generate the corresponding code.
Activating two or more Z-inputs, or Z-inputs
and X-inputs, at one time is an illegal keyboard operation and no circuit action is taken.
When SSM is HIGH, a wired connection must
be made between a Z-input and a DR-output.
If no connection is made, the code is not
generated.
When one X or Z-input is connected to more
than one DR-output, the last scan signal is
considered legal.
The maximum allowable value of the contact
series resistance of the keyboard switches is
10ka
Z2 or Z3 must be connected to Voo to avoid
unwanted supply current.

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

'CODE

•

DATAWORDTIME=14BITTIMES--------!

2 CODES SUCCESSIVELY

I"

-

Figure 2. DATA Output Format (RC-S)

t
DIGITAL~'

DIGITAL '0'

_,BITTIME_

NOTE:
1. Bit Time = 27 X Tesc" 1.77Bms (Typical), where Tasc is the oscillator period time.

Figure 3. Blphase Transmission Code

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i

_________-1
REPETITION TIME=64 BITTIMES

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Product Specification

SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

Table 1. Command Matrix X-DR
CODE
NO

X-LINES
X

0

a
1
2
3
4

5
6
7

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

8
9
10
11

12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

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1

2

3

4

DR-LINES
DR

5

6

7

0

•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

•
•
•

•

1

•

•

•

•;.

2

•

•

•

3

•

•

•

•
•
•

•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•

•

4

•

•

•

COMMAND BITS
C

5

•

6

•

7

•

5

4

3

2

1

0

a

a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

0
0

0

1

0

1

1

1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0

0
0

0

1
1

0

1
1
1
1

a
a
1
1

a

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0

a
a
a
a

a
a

a

1
1

0

1
1
1
1

0
0

0

1
1

0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0

0

0

1
1

a

1
1

a

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

•

•

0

•

•

0

•

•

a
a
a
a
a
a
a
0
0
0
0

•

•

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•

•

•

•

•

a
a
a
a
a
a
a

a
a
0
0
0

1
1

1

a
a
a
1
1
1
1

1
0
0
1

a
a
a

1
1

0
1

0

1
1

a
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1

a
1

1

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SAA3027

Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (RC-5)

Table 1. Command Matrix X-DR (Continued)
CODE
NO

0
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63

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1

2

X·LlNES
X
3
4

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

5

6

7

0

•

•
•
•

•

1

•

•

•
•

2

•

•

DR·LlNES
DR
3
4

•

•

•
•
•

•

•

•
•
•
•

•

•

•

•
•

•

•
•
•
•
•

•

•

•
•
•

5-45

•

•

•

•

•

•

5

•

•

•

•

6

•

•

•

•

7

•

•

•

•

5

COMMAND BITS
C
3
2
4
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1

0

0
1

•

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Product Specification

Infrared Remote Control Transmiiter (RC-5)

SAA3027

Table 2. System Matrix Z-OR
SYSTEM
NO

Z-LINES
Z
1
2

0

3

•

0
1

•

•
•
•
•
•
•

2
3
4
5
6
7

•

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

0

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23

•

•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

1

•

•

•

•

2

DR-LINES
DR
3
4

5

6

7

SYSTEM BITS
S
2
1
3

0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

0
0

1
1
1
1

0
0

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0

0

1
1

0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

0
0

1
1
1
1

0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0

0
0

0

1
1

0

1
1
1
1

0
0

0

1
1

0

4
0

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

1
1

1
1

0
0
1
1

1
1

1
1

1
1
0
1
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
1
1
1
1

-----1......----._-- v••
\
DATA

\

---

X021

' \ TYP

ZO 3

I'..

"
o
o

SAA3027

ORO 17

--I"--__4_--~~----4_--V~

100

Figure 5. Test Circuit for Measurement of Maximum Oscillator Frequency
Figure 4. Typical Normalized Input
Frequency as a Function of the
Load (Keyboard) Capacitance

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SAA3028

Signetics

Infrared Receiver
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA3028 is intended for use in
general purpose (RC-5) remote control
systems. The main function of this integrated circuit is to convert RC-5 biphase
coded signals into equivalent binary values. Two input circuits are available: one
for RC-5 coded signals only; the other
selectable to accept RC-5 coded signals
only, or RC-5 (extended) coded signals
only. The input used is that at which an
active code is first detected. Coded
signals not in RC-5/RC-5(ext) format are
rejected. Data input and output is by
serial transfer, the output interface being
compatible for 12 C bus operation.

• Converts RC-5 or RC-5(ext)
biphase coded signals into binary
equivalents

PIN CONFIGURATION

• Two data inputs:
one fixed (RC-5); one selectable
(RC-5/RC-5(ext))
• Rejects all codes not in RC-5/
RC-5(ext) format
• 12C output interface capability
• Power-off facility
• Master/slave addressable for
multi-transmitter/receiver
applications in RC-5(ext) mode
• Power-on reset for defined startup

N Package

SSB
ENB
PO
DATA 1
DATA2
SDA

roPVlEW
CD120408

PIN NO. SYMBOL
1

APPLICATION
• Remote control systems

ORDERING INFORMATION

10

DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38Z)

-25'C to 85'C

SAA3028N

11
12

RC5

DAV

OSCI

Master address inputs

Re5
ascI
OSeD
Vss
Sel

Data 2 input select
Oscillator input
Oscillator output
Negative supply (ground)
Ser~al clock .line } 12C bus

SOA
Senal data Ime
DATA 2 Data 2 input
OAT A 1 Dala 1 input

13

PO
ENS
SSB
VOD

16

DESCRIPTION
Data valid output with open drain
N-channel transistor

MAO}
MAl
MA2

14

15

BLOCK DIAGRAM

DAV

Power-off signal output with open
drain N-channel transistor
Enable input
Set standby input
Positive supply (+ 5V)

OSCO

~=:-1-~-oSCL

12
DATA 1 o--t--I
11

10

L : = = - J - i - o SDA

MAO MA1 MA2

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SSB ENB

PO

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Product Specification

SAA3028

Infrared Receiver

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

Voo

Supply voltage range with respect to Vss

VI

Input voltage range

±II

Input current

Vo

Output voltage range

±Io

Output current

UNIT

-0.5 to + 15

V

-0.5 to (Voo + 0.5)

V1

10

mA

-0.5 to (Voo + 0.5)

V1

10

mA

Po

Power dissipation output OSCO

50

mW

Po

Power dissipation per output (all other outputs)

100

mW

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

200

mW

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +85

°C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-55 to +150

°C

NOTE:
1. VDD+ 0.5 not to exceed 15V.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vss=OV; TA = -25°C to 85°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

Voo (V)
Min

Voo

Supply voltage

100

Supply current; quiescent at TA = 25°C

4.5
5.5

Typ

Max
5.5

V

200

p.A

Inputs MAO, MAl, MA2, DATA 1, DATA 2, RC5, SCL, ENB, SSB, OSCI
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

4.5 to 5.5

VIL

Input voltage LOW

4.5 to 5.5

II

Input leakage current at VI = 5.5V; TA = 25°C

5.5

1

IJ.A

-II

Input leakage current at VI = OV; TA = 25°C

5.5

1

p.A

4.5 to 5.5

0.4

V

5.5

1

p.A

0.7 X Voo
0

Voo
0.3 X Voo

V
V

Outputs DAV, PO
VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 1.6mA

lOR

Output leakage current at Vo = 5.5V; TA = 25°C

OSCO
VOH

Output voltage HIGH at -IOH = 0.2mA

4.5 to 5.5

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 0.3mA

4.5 to 5.5

0.4

V

lOR
lOR

Output leakage current at TA = 25°C;
Vo = 5.5V
Vo=OV

5.5
5.5

1
1

p.A
p.A

Voo-0.5

V

SDO
VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 2mA

4.5 to 5.5

0.4

V

lOR

Output leakage current at Vo = 5.5V; TA = 25°C

5.5

1

p.A

Maximum oscillator frequency (Figure 6)

4.75

Oscillator
fosci

HANDLING
Inputs and outputs are protected against
electrostatic charge in normal handling. How-

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500

ever, to be totally safe, it is desirable to take
normal precautions appropriate to handling
MOS devices.

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Infrared Receiver

SAA3028

DATA 2: This input performs according to
the logic state of the select input
RC5. When RC5 = HIGH, DATA 2
input will accept only RC-5 coded
signals. When RC5 = LOW, DATA
2 input will accept only RC-5(ext)
coded signals.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Input Function
The two data inputs are accepted into the
buffer as follows:
DATA 1: Only biphase coded signals
which conform to the RC-5 format
are accepted at this input.

The input detector selects the input, DATA 1
or DATA 2, in which a HIGH-to-LOW transi-

tion is first detected. The selected input is
then accepted by the buffer for code conversion. All signals received that are not in the
RC-5 or RC-5(ext) format are rejected.
Formats of RC-5 and RC-5(ext) biphase coded signals are shown in Figures 1 and 2,
respectively; the codes commence from the
left of the formats shown. The bit-times of the
biphase codes are defined in Figure 3.

I I

ADD~ESS
START

t
CONTROL

r~~j

1------------------ DATAWORDTlME=15BITTIMES-------------------!NOTE:
Stop time"" 1.5 bit-times (nominal).

Figure 1_ RC-5 Code Format: the First Start Bit is Used Only for Detection and Input Gain-Setting

RESET STANDBY

SLAV~ ADDRESS

DATA

~

START

MASTER
ADDRESS

CONTROL

!----------------DATAWORDTIME=30BITTIMES

NOTE:
Stop time = 1.5 bit-times (nominal).

Figure 2_ RC-5 (extended) Code Format: the First Start Bit is Used Only for Detection and Input Gain-Setting

1-----1~----I

I--_tl-_--I

DIGITAL~'

DIGITAL '0'

!----1BITTIME-

NOTE:
RC·5 bit-time = 27 X lose = 1.778ms (typical), RC-5(ext) bit-time = 26 X lose = O.89ms (typical), where tosc = the oscillator period time.

Figure 3. Biphase Code Definition

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More information is added to the input data
held in the buffer in order to make it suitable
for transmission via the 12 C interface. The
information now held in the buffer is as shown
in the table.

SAA3028

RC-5 BUFFER CONTENTS
•
•
•
•
•
•

1
1
1
1
5
6

Data valid indicator
Format indicator
Input indicator
Control
Address data
Command data

Bit
Bit
Bit
Bit
Bits
Bits

RC-5(EXT) BUFFER CONTENTS
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Data valid indicator
Format indicator
Input indicator
Master address
Control
Slave address
Data

1
1
1
3
8
8
8

Bit
Bit
Bit
Bits
Bits
Bits
Bits

The information assembled in the buffer is subjected to the following controls before
being made available at the 12 C interface:
ENB = HIGH

Enables the set standby input SSB.

SSB = LOW

Causes power-off output PO to go HIGH.

PO= HIGH

This occurs when the set standby input SSB = LOW and allows the
existing values in the buffer to be overwritten by the new binary equivalent values. After ENB = LOW, SSB is don't care.

PO= LOW

This occurs according to the type of code being processed, as follows:
RC-5: When the binary equivalent value is transferred to the buffer.
RC-5(ext): When the reset standby bit is active and the master address
bits are equal in value to the MAO, MAl, MA2 inputs.
At power-on, PO is reset to LOW.

DAV= HIGH

This occurs when the buffer contents ari valid. If the buffer is not
empty, or an output transfer is taking place, then the new binary values
are discarded.

Output Function
The data is assembled in the buffer in the
format shown in Figure 4 for RC-5 binary
equivalent values, or in the format shown in
Figure 5 for RC-5(ext) binary equivalent values. The data is output serially, starting from
the left of the formats shown in Figures 4 and

5.
The output signal DAV, derived in the buffer
from the data valid bit, is provided to facilitate
use of the transcoder on an interrupt basis.
This output is reset to LOW during power-on.
The 12C interface allows transmission on a
bidirectional, two-wire 12 C bus. The interface
is a slave transmitter with a built-in slave
address, having a fixed 7-bit binary value of
01 0011 O. Serial output of the slave address
onto the 12 C bus starts from the left-hand bit.

L

CONTJOL BIT

INPUT INDICAlOR: 0= DATA 1INPU1;1 = DATA21NPUT
FORMAT INDtCAlOR: 0 = RC - 5

DATA VALID = 0; DATA NOT VALID = 1

Figure 4. RC-5 Binary Equivalent Value Format

---I-~--DATA2--+--DATA3---I-~--

RESET
STANDBY

INPUT INDtCAlOR:O = DATA 1INPU1;1 = DATA21NPUT
FORMAT INDICATOR:1 = RC-5(EXl)
DATA VALlD=O; DATA NOT VALID =1

Figure 5. RC-5(ext) Binary Equivalent Value Format

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Product Specification

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SAA3028

Infrared Receiver

Oscillator
The oscillator can comprise a ceramic resonator circuit as shown in Figure 6. The typical
frequency of oscillation is 455kHz.

-rl-.. .---.. .
15nF

- - - O OSCI

1 ~ERAMIC
T
c::J

RESONATOR

15nF

I

~1--+---4----o OSCO

NOTE:
(1) Catalog number of ceramic resonator: 2422 540 98006.

Figure 6. Oscillator Circuit

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
12C Bus Transmission
Formats for 12C transmission in low·and high·
speed modes are shown respectively in
Figures 7 and 8.

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

ACKNOWLEDGE

ACKNOWLEDGE FROM RECEIVER
(= MASI"ER)

FROM MASTER

NOTES:
When R/W bit = 0, the slave generates a NACK (negative acknowledge), leaves the data line HIGH and waits for a stop (P) condition.
When the receiver generates a NACK, the slave leaves the data line HIGH and waits for P (the slave acting as if aU data has been transmitted).
When all data has been transmitted, the data line remains HIGH and the slave waits for P.

Figure 7. Format for Transmission in 12C Low-Speed Mode

ACKNOWLEDGE
FROM SLAVE

ACKNOWLEDGE FROM RECEIVER
(= MASI"ER)

NOTES:
When R/iN bit = 0, the slave generates a NACK (negative acknowledge), leaves the data line HIGH and waits for a stop (P) condition.
When the receiver generates a NACK, the slave leaves the data line HIGH and waits for P (the slave acting as if all data has been transmitted).
When all data has been transmitted. the data line remains HIGH and the slave waits for P.

Figure 8. Format for Transmission in 12C High-Speed Mode

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TDA3047

Signetics

IR Preamplifier
Product Specification

Linear Products

PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3047 is for infrared reception
with low power consumption.

• HF amplifier with a control range
of 66dB
• Synchronous demodulator and
reference amplifier
• AGC detector
• Pulse shaper
• Q-factor killing of the input
selectivity, which is controlled by
the AGC circuit
• Input voltage limiter

D, N Packages
INPUT SIGNAL

1

INPUT SIGNAL

2

15 INPUT SIGNAL

Q FACTOR IN

3

14 Q FACTOR IN

FEEDBACK CAP IN

4

13 FEEDBACK CAP IN

FEEDBACK CAP IN

5

12

~~;~~ME

FEEDBACK CAP IN 6

11

~~~~~~PER

COILINPUT

10 COIL INPUT

7

TOP VIEW

APPliCATION
• IR remote control systems

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (80T-38)

-25·C to + 125·C

o to

16-Pin Plastic 80 (80T-l09A)

ORDER CODE
TDA3047N

+70·C

TDA3047TD

BLOCK DIAGRAM
4

13 5

6

7

10

2
15r---~

__r-__~~~______~

14
TDA3047

12

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TDA3047

IR Preamplifier

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vcc

Supply voltage (Pin B)

111

Output current pulse shaper (Pin 11)

V2- 15
V4- 13
V5- 6
V7-10
V9 - 11

Voltages
Pins 2
Pins 4
Pins 5
Pins 7
Pins 9

between pins 1
and 15
and 13
and 6
and 10
and 11

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

10

mA

4.5
4.5
4.5
4.5
4.5

V
V
V
V
V

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to + 125

°C

II

i

NOTE:
1. All pins except Pin 11 are short-circuit protected.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = va = 5V; TA = 25°C, measured in Figure 3, unless otherwise specilied.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Supply (Pin 8)
Vee

Supply voltage

4.65

5.0

5.35

V

lee = la

Supply current

1.2

2.1

3.0

mA

15

25
5

J1.V
J1.V

200

mV

Controlled HF amplifier (Pins 2 and 15)
V2- 15(P-P)
V2- 15(P-P)

Minimum input signal (peak-to-peak value)
at 1= 36kHz 1
at 1= 36kHz2
60

AGC control range (without a-killing)
V2- 15(P-P)

Input signal lor correct operation (peak-to-peak value)3

V2-15(P.P)

a-killing inactive (13 = 114 < 0.5!,A) peak-to-peak value)

V2.15(P-P)

a-killing active (114 = 13 = max.) (peak-to-peak value)

66

0.02

dB

140
2B

a-killing range

!'V
mV

Figure 1

Inputs
V2

Input voltage (Pin 2)

2.25

2.45

2.65

V15

Input voltage (Pin 15)

2.25

2.45

2.65

V

R2- 15

Input resistance (Pin 2)

10

15

20

k,Q

C2-15

Input capacitance (Pin 2)

V1-16

Input limiting (Pin 1) at 11 = 3mA

O.B

0.9

V

-Vg-a

Output voltage HIGH (Pin 9) at -Ig = 75!,A

0.1

0.5

V

Vg

Output voltage LOW (Pin 9) at Ig = 75!lA

0.1

0.5

V

-Ig
-19
-Ig

Output current; output voltage HIGH
at Vg = 4.5V
at Vg = 3.0V
at Vg = 1.0V

75
75

75

120
130
140

Ig

Output current; output voltage LOW at Vg = 0.5V

75

120

R7-10

Output resistance between Pins 7 and 10

3.1

4.7

3

V

pF

Outputs

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!lA
!lA
!lA
!lA
6.2

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TDA3047

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

vcc = VB = 5V; TA = 25°C, measured in Figure 3, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

3.75

3.9

4.05

V

Pulse shaper (Pin 11)
V"

Trigger level in positive direction
(voltage Pin 9 changes from HIGH to LOW)

V"

Trigger level in negative direction
(voltage Pin 9 changes from LOW to HIGH)

3.4

3.55

3.7

V

LlV"

Hysteresis of trigger levels

0.25

0.35

0.45

V

AGC detector (Pin 12)
-1,2

AGC capacitor charge current

3.3

4.7

6.1

p.A

1,2

AGC capacitor discharge current

67

100

133

p.A

Q-factor killer (Pins 3 and 14)
-13

Output current (Pin 3) at V,2 - , 6 = 2V

2.5

7.5

15

p.A

-114

Output current (Pin 14) at V,2 - 16 = 2V

2.5

7.5

15

p.A

NOTES:

1. Voltage Pin 9 is HIGH; -19 = 75"A.
2. Voltage Pin 9 remains LOW.
3. Undistorted ou1put pulse with 100% AM input.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
General
The circuit operates from a 5V supply and has
a current consumption of 2mA. The output is
a current source which can drive or suppress
current of > 75p.A with a voltage swing of
4.5V. The Q-killer circuit eliminates distortion
of the output pulses due to the decay of the
tuned input circuit at high input voltages. The
input circuit is protected against signals of
> 600mV by an input limiter. The typical input
is an AM signal at a frequency of 36kHz.
Figures 2 and 3 show the circuit diagrams for
the application of narrow-band and wide-band
receivers, respectively. Circuit description of
the eight sections shown in the Block Diagram are given below.

Controlled HF Amplifier
The input signal Is amplified by the gaincontrolled amplifier. This circuit comprises
three DC amplifier stages connected in cascade. The overall gain of the circuit is approximately 83dB and the gain control range is in
the order of 66dB. Gain control is initially
active in the second amplifier stage and is
transferred to the first stage as limiting in the
second stage occurs, thus maintaining optimum signal-to-noise ratio. Offset voltages in
the DC coupled amplifier are minimized by
two negative feedback loops. These also
allow the circuit to have some series resis-

March 2, 1987

tance of the decoupling capacitor. The output
signal of the amplifier is applied to the reference amplifier and to the synchronous demodulator inputs.

Reference Amplifier
The reference amplifier amplifies and limits
the input signal. The voltage gain is approximately OdB. The output signal of this amplifier
is applied to the synchronous demodulator.

Synchronous Demodulator
In the synchronous demodulator, the input
signal and reference signal are multiplied.
The demodulator output current is 25p.A
peak-to-peak. The output Signal of the demodulator is fed to the input of the AGC
detector and to the input of the pulse-shaper
circuit.

AGC Detector
The AGe detector comprises two NPN transistors operating as a differential pair. The top
level of the output signal from the synchronous demodulator is detected by the AGC
circuit. Noise pulses are integrated by an
internal capacitor. The output signal is amplified and applied to the first and second
stages of the amplifier and to the Q-factor
killer circuit.

Pulse-Shaper
The pulse-shaper comprises two NPN transistors operating as a differential pair con-

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nected in parallel with the AGC differential
pair. The slicing level of the pulse shaper is
lower than the slicing level of the AGC
detector. The output of the pulse-shaper is
determined by the voltage of the capacitor
connected to Pin 11 which is applied directly
to the output buffer.

Output Buffer
The voltage of the pulse-shaper capaCitor is
fed to the base of the first transistor of a
differential pair. To obtain a correct RC-5
code, a hysteresis circuit protects the output
against spikes. The output at Pin 9 is active
HIGH.

Q-factor Killer
Figure 2 shows the Q-factor killer in the
narrow-band application. In this application it
is necessary to decrease the Q-factor of the
input selectivity particularly when large input
signals occur at Pins 2 and 15. In the narrowband application the output of the Q-factor
killer can be directly coupled to the input; Pin
3 to Pin 2, and Pin 14 to Pin 15.

Input Limiter
In the narrow-band application, high voltage
peaks can occur on the input of the selectivity
circuit. The input limiter limits these voltage
peaks to approximately 0.7V. Limiting is 0.9V
maximum at 1, = 3mA.

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

IR Preamplifier

TDA3047

22
r-----.-------------------------~~----~~----VS=5.0VOLT
'0:::: 36kHz

~100"rF----------__,

/

6.8nF

i--'

o

0.01

0.1

10

100

'------------ DATA OUT

V2_1S (mV)

NOTE:
Is, 14 is measured to ground, V2_15(P_P) is a symmetrical square wave. Measured in Figure 3; Vee = 5V.

NOTES,
1. Q~16
2. Q =6

Figure 2. Narrow-Band Receiver Using TDA3047

Figure 1. Typical Q-Factor Killer
Current (Pins 3 and 14) as a
Function of the Peak-to-Peak
Input Voltage (V2-15)

22
r-----t----=---------------------.-----'VI~----

Vs = 5.0 VOLT
'0 = 38kHz

12K

BPW~

2.2nF

50

NOTE,
For better sensitivity, both 12kil resistors may have a higher value.

Figure 3. Wide-Band Receiver With TDA3047

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TDA3048

Signetics

IR Preamplifier
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3048 is for infrared reception
with low power consumption.

• HF amplifier with a control range
of 66dB
• Synchronous demodulator and
reference amplifier

PIN CONFIGURATION

• AGC detector
• Pulse shaper
• Q-factor killing of the input
selectivity, which is controlled by
the AGC circuit

D, N Packages
INPUT SIGNAL

1

INPUT SIGNAL

2

Q FACTOR IN

3

15 INPUT SIGNAL

FEEDBACK CAP IN 4

13 FEEDBACK CAP IN

FEEDBACK CAP IN S

12

~g~~':ME

FEEDBACK CAP IN 6

11

~~~~~~~PER

COIL INPUT 7

• Input voltage limiter

TOP VIEW

APPLICATION
• IR Remote control systems

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-3S)

-25°C to + 125°C

o to

16-Pin Plastic SO (SOT-109A)

ORDER CODE
TDA3048N

+70°C

TDA3048TD

BLOCK DIAGRAM
4

2

135

6

10

7

8

,--_,r--'-.L....."'"

15

14

12

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Product Specification

TDA3048

IR Preamplifier

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
General
The circuit operates from a 5V supply and has
a current consumption of 2mA. The output is
a current source which can drive or suppress
a current of > 75pA with a voltage swing of
4.5V. The Q-killer circuit eliminates distortion
of the output pulses due to the decay of the
tuned input circuit at high input voltages. The
input circuit is protected against signals of
> 600mV by an input limiter. The typical input
is an AM signal at a frequency of 36kHz.
Figures 2 and 3 show the circuit diagrams for
the application of narrow-band and wide-band
receivers, respectively. Circuit description of
the eight sections shown in the Siock Diagram are given below.

Controlled HF Amplifier
The input signal is amplified by the gaincontrolled amplifier. This circuit comprises
three DC amplifier stages connected in cascade. The overall gain of the circuit is approximately 83dS and the gain control range is in
the order of 66dS. Gain control is initially
active in the second amplifier stage and is
transferred to the first stage as limiting in the
second stage occurs, thus maintaining optimum signal-to-noise ratio. Offset voltages in
the DC coupled amplifier are minimized by
two negative feedback loops. These also
allow the circuit to have some series resis-

tance of the decoupling capacitor. The output
signal of the amplifier is applied to the reference amplifier and to the synchronous demodulator inputs.

Reference Amplifier
The reference amplifier amplifies and limits
the input Signal. The voltage gain is approximately OdS. The output signal of this amplifier
is applied to the synchronous demodulator.

Synchronous Demodulator
In the synchronous demodulator, the input
signal and reference signal are multiplied.
The demodulator output current is 25pA
peak-to-peak. The output signal of the demodulator is fed to the input of the AGC
detector and to the input of the pulse-shaper
circuit.

AGC Detector
The AGC detector comprises two NPN transistors operating as a differential pair. The top
level of the output signal from the synchronous demodulator is detected by the AGC
circuit. Noise pulses are integrated by an
internal capacitor. The output signal is amplified and applied to the first and second
stages of the amplifier and to the Q-factor
killer circuit.

Pulse-Shaper
The pulse-shaper comprises two NPN transistors operating as a differential pair con-

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vee

Supply voltage (Pin 8)

111

Output current pulse shaper (Pin 11)

V2-15
V4-13
V5-6
V7-10
V9-11

Voltages
Pins 2
Pins 4
Pins 5
Pins 7
Pins 9

between pins 1
and 15
and 13
and 6
and 10
and 11

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

10

mA

4.5
4.5
4.5
4.5
4.5

V
V
V
V
V

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

'C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to + 125

'C

NOTE:
1. All pins except Pin 11 are short-circuit protected.

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nected in parallel with the AGC differential
pair. The slicing level of the pulse shaper is
lower than the slicing level of the AGC
detector. The output of the pulse-shaper is
determined by the voltage of the capacitor
connected to Pin 11, which is applied directly
to the output buffer.

Output Buffer
The voltage of the pulse-shaper capacitor is
fed to the base of the first transistor of a
differential pair. To obtain a correct RC-5
code, a hysteresis circuit protects the output
against spikes. The output at Pin 9 is active
LOW.

Q-Factor Killer
Figure 2 shows the Q-factor killer in the
narrow-band application. In this application it
is necessary to decrease the Q-factor of the
input selectivity particularly when large input
signals occur at Pins 2 and 15. In the narrowband application the output of the Q-factor
killer can be directly coupled to the input; Pin
3 to Pin 2 and Pin 14 to Pin 15.

Input Limiter
In the narrow-band application, high voltage
peaks can occur on the input of the selectivity
circuit. The input limiter limits these voltage
peaks to approximately 0.7V. Limiting is 0.9V
max. at 11 = 3mA.

•

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Product Specification

TDA3048

IR Preamplifier

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = VB = 5V; TA = 25°C; measured in Figure 3, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Supply (Pin 8)
Vee

Supply voltage

4.65

5.0

5.35

V

Icc

Supply current

1.2

2.1

3.0

mA

15

25
5

p.V
p.V

200

mV

Controlled HF amplifier (Pins 2 and 15)
V2-15
V2- 15

Minimum input signal (peak-to-peak value)
at f = 36kHz1
at f = 36kHr
AGC control range (without a-killing)

60

V2- 15

Input signal for correct operation (peak-to-peak value)3

V2- 15

a-killing inactive (13

V2- 15

a-killing active (114 = 13 = max.) (peak-to-peak) value

= 114 < 0.5p.A)

66

0.02

dB

140

(peak-to-peak value)
28

a-killing range

p.V
mV

See Figure 1

Inputs
V2

Input voltage (Pin 2)

2.25

2.45

2.65

V15

Input voltage (Pin 15)

2.25

2.45

2.65

V

R2-15

Input resistance (Pin 2)

10

15

20

kn

C2-15

Input capacitance (Pin 2)

V1-16

Input limiting (Pin 1) at 11

3

= 3mA

V

pF

0.8

0.9

V

Outputs

= 75p.A
= 75p.A

-V9_B

Output voltage HIGH (Pin 9) at -Ig

0.1

0.5

V

Vg

Output voltage LOW (Pin 9) at Ig

0.1

0.5

V

Ig
Ig
Ig

Output current; output voltage LOW
-V9-B = 4.5V
-V9_B = 3.0V
-V9_B = 1.0V

75
75
75

120
130
140

p.A
p.A
p.A

-Ig

Output current; output voltage HIGH
-V9_B = 0.5V

75

120

R7-10

Output resistance between Pins 7 and 10

3.1

4.7

6.2

kn

4.05

V

p.A

Pulse shaper (Pin 11)
V11

Trigger level in positive direction
(voltage Pin 9 changes from HIGH to LOW)

3.75

3.9

V11

Trigger level in negative direction
(voltage Pin 9 changes from LOW to HIGH)

3.4

3.55

3.7

V

AV11

Hysteresis of trigger levels

0.25

0.35

0.45

V

AGC detector (Pin 12)
-112

AGC capacitor charge current

3.3

4.7

6.1

p.A

112

AGC capacitor discharge current

67

100

133

p.A

Q·factor killer (Pins 3 and 14)
-13

Output current (Pin 3) at V12 - 2V

2.5

7.5

15

p.A

-1,4

Output current (Pin 14) at V12 - 2V

2.5

7.5

15

p.A

NOTES:
1. Voltage Pin 9 is LOW: I. - 75p.A.
2. Voltage Pin 9 remains HIGH.
3. Undistorted oUlput pulse with 100% AM Input.

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

IR Preamplifier

TDA3048

22

r---.--------------....--'V'II'v----Vs=

5.0 VOLT

~100~rF__________,

/

47
nF

o

0.01

0.1

10
V2_15

100

6.SnF

~----------·DATAOUT

(mV)

NOTE:
Nl ~3.21

NOTE:
13. 14 is measured to ground, V2-15{P.Pj is a symmet~
rical square wave measured in Figure 3; Vee = 5V,

N2= 1
Q~

16

Figure 1. Typical Q-Factor Killer
Current (Pins 3 and 14) as a
Function of the Peak-to-Peak
Input Voltage

Figure 2. Narrow-Band Receiver Using TDA3048

22

....--""'I\r--- Vs ~ 5.0 VOLT

r--~~:::-::-----------

12K

BPW~

2.2nF

50

NOTE:
For better sensitivity both 12kO resistors may have a higher value.

Figure 3. Wide-Band Receiver With TDA3048

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AN172

Signetics

Circuit Description of the
Infrared Receiver TDA3047/
TDA3048
Linear Products

Application Note

Author: A.J.E. Bretveld

INTRODUCTION

• Less periphery and no adjustment
points
• Total spread on pulse widening < 10%
by a standard RC-5 signal.

As a successor of the current integrated
circuits TCA440 and NE555 for receiving
infrared remote-controlled signals, a new integrated circuit has been developed.

Besides, the IC is also suitable to be used in a
RC-5 extended receiver and in a wide band
receiver.

In comparison with the TCA440-NE555 combination, this IC is aimed to have a higher
replacement value and improved performance. The TDA304B is equal to the
TDA3047 except for the polarity of the output
signal.

A standard bipolar process with single layer
interconnect and without collector wall has
been used.
Due to the low currents, a collector wall is not
necessary.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF
THE BLOCK PARTS

GENERAL DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
The target of this development is to make a
receiver integrated circuit for infrared remotecontrolled signals which functions optimally in
a narrow-band application.
This integrated circuit shall have the following
advantages in comparison with the present
TCA440-NE555 combination:
• A higher replacement value
• A considerable saving of the current
consumption
• An improvement of the specification
(less spread)

15.r---~

141

Figure 1 shows the block diagram of the
TDA3047 and TDA304B.

Amplifier
The input signal is amplified by the gaincontrolled amplifier. The output signal of the
amplifier is fed to the synchronous demodulator inputs and to the reference amplifier.

Reference Amplifier
The reference amplifier amplifies and limits
the input signal. The output signal of this
amplifier is fed to the synchronous demodulator.

__T-__

S---~

Synchronous Demodulator
In the synchronous demodulator, the input
signal and reference signal are multiplied.
The output signal of the demodulator is fed to
the input of a pulse-shaper circuit and to the
input of the AGC circuit.

AGC Circuit
The output signal of the synchronous demodulator is fed to the AGC circuit. The top level
of the signal is detected by the AGC detector.
Noise pulses are integrated by an internal
capacitor. The output signal from the AGC
detector is amplified and supplied to the first
and second stage of the amplifier and to the
Q-killing circuit.

Pulse-shaper Circuit
The output of the synchronous demodulator
is also fed to the pulse-shaper circuit. The
slicing level of the pulse-shaper is lower than
the slicing level of the AGC detector.
The output of the pulse-shaper is fed to the
output buffer.

Output Buffer
The output buffer gives for the TDA3047 an
active-high level and for the TDA304B an
active-low level on the output pin. To obtain a
correct RC-5 code a hysteresis circuit protects the output against spikes.

______~

...._____

12

11

Figure 1. Block Diagram of the TDA304713048
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Circuit Description of the Infrared Receiver TDA3047/TDA3048

Q-Killing Circuit
In the narrow-band application it is necessary
to degenerate the Q of the input selectivity
particularly when large signals occur at the
input.

The output of the Q-killing circuit can be
directly coupled to the input.

AN172

APPLICATION
The narrow-band application diagram has
been given in Figure 2 and a lower performance wide-band application diagram in
Figure 3.

Input Voltage Limiter
In the narrow-band application high voltage
peaks can occur on the input selectivity. The
input limiter limits these voltage peaks to
about O.7V.
22

r-----.-------------------------~~----~~----VS=5.0VOLT

.:;;;: lOOI',--F__________...,

47
nF

6.8nF

'------------ DATA OUT
Figure 2. Narrow-Band Application Diagram of the TDA3047/3048

22

....-~Wl,._--- Vs = 5.0 VOLT

,.---- 80dB,

• Great stability in signal handling
• Demodulation via a synchronous
demodulator
• Automatic limitation of large input
signals, 600mV
• Independent of large input amplitude
variations with a Q-killer
• Applicable as narrow-or broadband
amplifier

This circuit proves to be a reliable device with
regard to interference from other IR sources
such as light bulbs, etc.
The automatic gain control (AGC) ensures
very good stability in amplification of large or
low input signals, which correspond to short
or long distances from transmitter to receiver.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The functional block diagram is shown in
Figure 1. The input signal is applied to the
gain-controlled multi-stage differential preamplifier, capacitively-coupled via C2 and C3.
The capacitors C4 and C5 stabilize the differential preamplifier. Hereafter the signal is fed
to a synchronous demodulator and the reference amplifier, which limits the input signal.
After multiplication of the input and reference
signal by the demodulator, the signal is applied to a pulse-shaper, whose time constant
is controlled by Ce. The same Signal is also
used for the feedback loop, resulting in an
automatic gain control defined by the amplitude of the input signal. The AGC acquisition
time is set by C7. The Q-killer limits the
amplification of the tuned input circuit in
conjunction with input amplitude. In this way
the behavior of this device on large amplitude

variations ensures a great stability in the
signal handling. A maximum input limitation is
achieved via the amplitude limiter, typically
activated by a 600mV input signal.
The differential preamplifier has, in principle,
two stages, as shown in Figure 2. Each stage
is stabilized via an external feedback capacitor. Both define the lower boundary of the
frequency, with the greatest influence from C4
because stage 1 has the highest gain. Both
capacitors should be specified so that interference from low frequencies is suppressed.
For instance, bulbs radiate infrared frequencies at (n)(100Hz).
The highest boundary in frequency of this
amplifier is greater than 1MHz and is given by
the internal capacitance of this device.

IR AMPLIFIER
For remote control systems two different
types of amplifiers are available. Both are
described in the following sections.

Narrow-Band Amplifier
The diagram of Figure 3 shows the
TDA3047/48 in such an application. Pin 15,
one of the differential inputs, is grounded for
AC, while the second input, Pin 2, is connect-

c,

9 OUTPUT

12

11

t'

t'

Figure 1. F:mctional Block Diagram
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AN173

low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control Systems

This frequency (fo) is equal to 37.5kHz for the
SAA3004 transmitting chip. The RC combination of 47n and O.33j.lF suppresses the
unwanted current variations caused by the
supply line.

c,

rH-

r-1~
13

4

5

6

TDA3047

The a of the tuned input circuit is practically
defined by the transformer ratio and the input
resistor RIN of the IC. The effect of RIN to the
quality 01 of the coil is negligible, because
RIN is relatively low (typically 16kn).

(TDA3048)

.........
I

15

/'

.........

>

V

Vl=56dB



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low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control Systems

47
r---------------------------~--~+~~r-~VY~---VS=5V

"F~

12K

AN173

ses, each of 8.811s width. In the modulated
output mode, each active output stage has a
burst of 6 clock periods.
The ground wave of this output, with a
frequency of 38kHz, contains the IR power
generated.
The greatest sensitivity is realized with a
narrow-band amplifier, whose tuned input circuit is selected for this ground wave frequency.
In the unmodulated transmission mode, the
single output pulse represents a continuous
frequency spectrum, in which the generated
IR power is divided. A broadband amplifier is
then required.

Figure 5

"biphase" coded data, a nearly exact position of the pulse edges is required.

Broadband Amplifier
The application as broadband amplifier is
shown in Figure 5. The IR receiving diode is
now positioned between both differential inputs, while the series resistors of 12k1/, are
the work resistors. The Q killer and Amplitude
Limiter do not have any function here and are
not used. Also the resonance frequency, fa,
of the tuned demodulator circuit equals the
modulation frequency of the remote transmitter.
The charge current to capacitor Cs is equal to
AVcs
Ics=(Cs)Tt
where At is the charge time and A VCs is the
voltage increment. ICs is generated by an
internal current source.
The voltage increment at Cs is proportional to
At, with ICs constant and expressed as
A VC8 =

(lcs)(At)

----c;;--

The pulse width, At, of the demodulated
signal must be large enough that VCs exceeds the threshold voltage of the pulseshapero
Given the format of the received data, Cs will
have different values

IPulse Width I

Ca

8.811S

2.2nF

SAA3004

A 2.2nF capacitor in the SAA3004 remote
control system is an optimum one.

February 1987

The SAA3004, used in unmodulated mode,
has a pulse width of 8.8I1S. CS must have a
low value so that the threshold voltage of the
pulse-shaper is exceeded. On the other hand,
if Cs becomes too small, interference pulses
will easily trigger the pulse-shaper. The selection of Cs is a compromise between the
sensitivity of the amplifier and the immunity
against interference. Such a compromise is a
2.2nF capacitor for the unmodulated mode of
the SAA3004, including the tolerances of the
internal current sources. Given the technology, small tolerances are not possible.
Correct operation can not be guaranteed for
the combination of a small pulse width (8.8I1S)
and a low source current. However, practical
tests did show that correct operation of the
SAA3004, in the unmodulated mode in combination with this type of preamplifier, can be
realized.

CONSIDERATIONS FOR
AMPLIFIER SELECTION
The narrow- or broadband application is defined by the following points:
• Modulation mode of the transmitter
• Requirements for the reach in distance
• Reliability (insensitivity to interference)
• Price-attractive total remote control
system

The greatest range, with constant-current
through the IR transmission diode(s), will be
obtained with a narrow-band amplifier, because the signal-to-noise ratio is the largest
value.
When IR interference is absent, the combination of modulated transmission mode and the
narrow-band amplifier is the most preferable.
With lower requirements for the reliability,
less range, etc., the broadband amplifier is
the most effective solution for both types of
modulation modes.

RANGE
To give some idea what range can be expected, a number of measurements are made
with the remote transmitters SAA3004.

With Various IR Output Powers
Transmitter SM3004 drives 1 IR-transmitting
diode with a peak current IC""2A. In the
modulated mode, the power product per bit
equals
(m) (IF) (n) (tp)
where m = number of diodes, n = number of
pulses per bit, and tp = pulse width.
The power product for each bit is:
• Modulated mode (m) (IF) (n) (tp) = (1)
(2) (6) (8.8) = 106j.tA/sec
• Unmodulated mode (m) (IF) (n) (tp) = (1)
(2) (1) (8.8) = 1811A/sec

Either modulated or unmodulated data transmission is possible with the SAA3004.

This power product is proportional to the
generated IR power. Table 1 indicates the
results of the measurements. Optic lenses
will increase the distances about 10%.

In the unmodulated mode, the logic representation of the data word is defined by the time
intervals between the generated output pul-

These measurements are done with one
transmitting diode for each transmitter type

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Low Power Preamplifiers for IR Remote Control Systems

Table 1. Distance Reach With Various Power Products

AN173

the loss of power in the transmitter is of
subordinate importance.

SAA3004
Modulated

Unmodulated

106/lA/sec

18/lA/sec

Narrow·band
Ca = 4.7nF

25mt

11mt

Broadband
Ca = 2.2nF

16mt

12mt

Power product

Table 2. Distance Reach With Constant Power Product of
18MA/sec

Modulated

Unmodulated

Narrow-band
Ca = 4.7nF

11mt

11mt

Broadband
Ca = 2.2nF

8mt

12mt

Table 3. Application Possibilities
SAA3004
Unmodulated

Modulated

Narrow-band

No sense; no selectivity

Great distance reach, high selectivity, reliable

Broadband

Function only possible
with small width output
pulse; less reliable

Low reach, low selectivity; interference.

a.

The results of the measurements can be
summarized as follows:

February 1987

Only the combinations "modulated and
narrow-band amplifier" are reasonable.

b.

With the peak current IF through one IRtransmitting diode, the range with one IR
diode is limited.

c.

A maximum range is obtained using the
modulated mode of data transmitting, but

Results of the Measurements

In comparison with older types of preamplifiers, the power consumption is enormously
reduced. For instance, the TDB2033 consumed 204mW at 12V supply, while the
TDA3047/48 only takes 10mW at 5V supply,
which is very useful for "standby" mode. A
second advantage is the 5V supply which can
also be used by the decoding microcomputer.

POSSIBLE APPLICATION
COMBINATIONS

SAA3004

and the power product/bit constant at
18j.lA/sec. Table 2 is comprised of the results
from these measurements.

POWER DISSIPATION

5-65

In Table 3, the different combinations are
given for remote control systems operating in
the modulated or unmodulated mode.

OUTPUT SIGNAL
As indicated in the introduction, the TDA3047
has an active-high output signal, while an
active-low output is generated by the
TDA3048. This choice in polarity is made
available for maximum cooperation with the
decoding part. If, for example, an 8048 microcomputer is used on interrupt level, with
active-low at input INT, the TDA3048 is then
the correct amplifier. If the INT input is activeHigh, the TDA3047 outputs the proper high
level.

PC BOARD DESIGN
Special attention must be given to the placement of C5. The greatest distance must be
realized between the position of this capacitor
and the inputs 2 and/or 15. Ground connections and screening must also be done with
great accuracy.

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Section 6
Television Subsystems

Linear Products

INDEX
TDA4501
TDA4502
TDA4503
TDA4505, A, B

Small-Signal
Small-Signal
Small-Signal
Small-Signal

Subsystem
Subsystem
Subsystem
Subsystem

IC for Color TV................................
IC for Color TV With Video Switch.......
for Monochrome TV ..........................
IC for Color TV................................

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Signetics

Small-Signal Subsystem IC
for Color TV
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The integration into a single package of
all small-signal functions (except the
tuner) required for color TV reception is
achieved in the TDA4501. The only additional circuits needed to complete the
receiver are a tuner, the deflection output stages, and a color decoder. The
TDA3563 or 67, NTSC color decoder,
and TDA3653, vertical output, are ideal
complements for the TDA4501.

• Vision IF amplifier with
synchronous demodulator
• AGC detector for negative
modulation
• AGC output to tuner
• AFC circuit
• Video and audio preamplifiers
• Sound IF amplifier and
demodulator
• Choice of sound volume control
or horizontal oscillator starting
function
• Horizontal synchronization circuit
with two control loops
• Triggered divider system for
vertical synchronization and
sawtooth generation giving
automatic amplitude adjustment
for 50 or 60Hz vertical signal
• Transmitter identification circuit
with mute output
• Sandcastle pulse generator

The IC includes a vision IF amplifier with
synchronous demodulator and AFC circuit, an AGC detector with tuner output,
an integral three-level sand castle pulse
generator, and fully synchronized vertical and horizontal drive outputs. A triggered vertical divider automatically
adapts to a 50 or 60Hz vertical signal
and eliminates the need for an external
vertical frequency control.
Signal strength-dependent, time constant switches in the horizontal phase
detector make external VCR switching
unnecessary.
Sound signals are demodulated and amplified within the IC in a circuit which
includes volume control and muting.

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
AGC
TAKEOVER
RAMP

Z1 SANDCASTLE

(lEN

OU1'2

VERT DRIVE 3
VERT
FEEDBACK
TUNER
AGC

21 SYNC DEMOD

DECOUPCAP
VOLUME
CONTROL'
AUDIO OUT
SOUND
DEMOD
SOUND IF
DECOUP
'lOP VIEW

APPLICATION
• Color TV

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

TDA4501N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Vcc=V7-e

Supply voltage (Pin 7)

13.2

V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

1.7

W

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +65

DC

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

DC

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Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color N

TDA4501

BLOCK DIAGRAM
Vee

20

December 2, 1986

23

24

25

21

17

6-4

28

15

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Product Specification

TDA4501

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color lV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = V7 _ 6 = 10.5V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

9.5

10.5

13.2

Supplies

Vee

Supply voltage (Pin 7)

lee

Supply current (Pin 7)

120

V

Vl1 - 6

Supply voltage (Pin 11)

10.5

V

111

Supply current (Pin 11) for horizontal oscillator start

6

mA

mA

Vision IF amplifier (Pins 8 and 9)

VS_9

Input sensitivity at 38.9MHz1

VS-9

Input sensitivity at 45.75MHz1

90

JiV

RS-9

Differential input resistance (Pin 8 to 9)

1.3

kn

CS-9

40

70

120

JiV

Differential input capacitance (Pin 8 to 9)

5

pF

AGC range

60

dB

70

mV

1

dB

4.5

V
V

VS-9

Maximum input signal

50

f:;.V17-6

Expansion of output signal for 50dB variation 01 input signal with
VS-9 at 150JiV (OdB)

Video amplifier

V17 _6

Output level lor zero signal input
(zero point 01 switched demodulator)

V17_6

Output signal top sync level 2

1.4

V17-6(P-P)

Amplitude 01 video output signal (peak-to-peak value)

2.8

V

117(INn

Internal bias current of output transistor (NPN emitter-follower)

2.0

mA

1.4

BW

Bandwidth 01 demodulated output signal

6

MHz

dG17

Differential gain (Figure 3)

6

%

dp

Differential phase (Figure 3)

4

Video non-linearity complete video signal amplitude

SIN
SIN

%

10

%

Intermodulation (Figure 4) at gain control = 45dB
1= 1.1MHz; blue;
I = 1.1 MHz; yellow;
1= 3.3MHz; blue;
I = 3.3MHz; yellow

55
50
60
55

60
54
66
59

dB
dB
dB
dB

Signal-to-noise rati03
Zs=75n
VI = 10mV
End 01 gain control range

50
50

54
56

dB
dB

Residual carrier signal

7

30

mV

Residual 2nd harmonic 01 carrier signal

3

30

mV

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Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TDA4501

vce = V7-6 = 10.5V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Tuner AGC 4
Vl_6

Take-over voltage (Pin 1) for positive-going tuner AGC
(NPN tuner)

Vl - 6(RMS)

Starting pOint takeover; V = 5V

Vl-6(RMS)

Starting point takeover; V = 1.2V

Vl-6

Take-over voltage (Pin 1) for negative-going tuner AGC
(PNP tuner)

Vl -6(RMS)

Starting point takeover; V = 9.5V

Vl -6(RMS)

Starting point takeover; V = 5.6V

15 MAX

Maximum output swing

V5-6(SAn

Output saturation voltage I = 2mA

15

Leakage current

flVI

Input signal variation complete tuner control

3.5
0.4
50

2

mV

70

mV

8

V

0.3
50

70

2

3

0.5

V

2

2

mV
mV
mA

300

mV

1

pA

4

dB

AFC circuit (Pin 18)5
V1B- 6(P-P)

AFC output vol!age swing

±118

Available output current

9

10

Control steepness
100 % picture carrier
10% picture carrier

20

V1B-6

Output voltage at nominal tuning of the reference-tuned circuit

V1B-6

Output voltage without input signal

40
15

80

5.25
2.7

5.25

V
mA

1

mY/kHz
mY/kHz
V

8.5

V

Sound circuit
V15L1M

Input limiting voltage
Vo = Vo maximum -3dB; QL = 16
fAF = 1kHz; fe"; 5.5MHz

400

p.V

R15-6

Input resistance VI(RMS) = 1mV

2.6

kn

C15-6

Input capacitance VI(RMS) = 1mV

6

pF

AMR
AMR

AM rejection (Figures 7 and 8)
VI= 10mV
VI = 50mV

35
43

dB
dB

320

mV

150

n

1

%
dB
dB

V12 - 6(RMS)

AF output signal flf = 7.5kHz; minimum distortion

Z12-6

AF output impedance

THD

Total harmonic distortion flf = 27.5kHz

RR
RR

Ripple rejection
fK = 100Hz, volume control 20dB
when muted

22
26

V12-6

Output voltage Mute condition

2.6

V

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio weighted noise (CCIR 468)

47

dB

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Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

TDA4501

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vee = V7 -6 = 10.5V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Volume control
V11-6

Voltage (Pin 11 disconnected)

4.8

V

111

Current (Pin 11 short-circuited)

1

mA

External control resistor

10

kQ

Suppression output signal during Mute condition

66

dB

R11 - 6

Horizontal synchronization
Slicing level sync separator

30

%

Holding range PLL

800

1100

Catching range PLL

600

1000

Hz

2
3
6

kHz1llS
kHz1llS
kHz//lS

Control sensitivity
video-to-oscillator; at weak signal
at strong signal during scan
during vertical retrace and during catching

1500

Hz

I

Second control loop (positive edge)
~tD/~to

Control sensitivity

300

IlS

tD

Control range

25

/lS

Phase adjustment via second control loop;
control sensitivity
maximum allowed phase shift

25
±2

Il A/ /lS
IlS

15,625

Hz

Horizontal oscillator (Pin 23)
fFR

Free-running frequency
R = 35kQ; C = 2.7nF

~fFR

Frequency variation due to change of supply voltage from
8 to 12V

~fFR

Frequency variation with temperature

~fFR

Maximum frequency shift

~fFR

Maximum frequency deviation (V7-6

Spread with fixed external components
0

= 8V)

4

%

0.5

%

1 X 10-

K- 1

10

%

10

%

Horizontal output (Pin 26)
V26 - 6

Output voltage HIGH

13.2

V

V26 - 6

Output voltage at which protection commences

15.8

V

V26-6

Output voltage LOW at 126

00

Duty cycle of horizontal output Signal

45

%

tR, tF

Rise and fall times of output pulse

150

ns

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II

= 10mA

0.3

6-7

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4501

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) VCC=V7_6=10.5V; TA=25°C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER

Min

Typ

Max

Flyback Input and sandcastle output
127

Input current required during flyback pulse

0.1

V27 - 6

Output voltage during burst key pulse

7.5

V27 - 6

Output voltage during horizontal blanking

3.5

4.0

V27-6

Output voltage during vertical blanking

1.8

2.2

2.6

V

Width of burst key pulse

3.1

3.5

3.9

fJS

Width of horizontal blanking pulse

2

mA

4.5

V

V

flyback pulse width

Width of vertical blanking pulse
50Hz working
60Hz working
Delay between start of sync pulse at video output and rising
edge of burst key pulse

21
17

lines
lines

5.2

fJS

Coincidence detector mute output (Pin 22)
V22 -6

Voltage for in-sync condition

9.5

V22-6

Voltage for no-sync condition no signal

1.0

1.5

V

V22 - 6

Switching level to switch phase detector from slow to fast

5.3

5.8

V

2.75

V

4.9

Fast-to-slow hysteresis

V

1

V

V22 - 6

Switching level to activate mute function (transmitter
identification)

2.25

2.5

122(P.P)

Output current for in-sync condition (peak-to-peak value)

0.7

1.0

mA

Vertical ramp generator (Pin 2)
12

Input current during scan

12

mA

12

Discharge current during retrace

0.5

mA

V2-6

Minimum voltage

1.5

V

Vertical output (Pin 3)
Is

Output current

RS-6

Output impedance

10

mA

400

n

3
1.2

V
V

Feedback Input (Pin 4)
V4 _6
V4 -6(P.P)

Input voltage
DC component
AC component (peak-to-peak value)

14

Input current

12

Internal precorrection to sawtooth

6

Deviation amplitude 50/60Hz

5. VI(RMS)

= 10mV;

see Figure 1; Q-factor = 36.

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5

NOTES:
1. Typical value taken at starting level of AGe.
2. Signal with negative-going sync, maximum white level 10% of the maximum sync amplitude (see Figure 2).
Vo(black-to-white)
3. Signal-to-noise ratio equals 2010g
VN(RMS) at B = 5MHz
4. Starting point tuner takeover NPN current I.SmA;

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Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
IF Amplifier, Demodulator, and
AFC
The IF amplifier has a symmetrical input (Pins
8 and 9), the input impedance of which is
suitable for SAW filtering to be used. The
synchronous demodulator and the AFC circuit
share an external reference tuned circuit
(Pins 20 and 21). An internal RC network
provides the necessary phase-shifting for
AFC operation. The AFC circuit provides a
control voltage output with a swing greater
than 9V from Pin 18.

AGC Circuit
Gating of the AGC detector is performed to
reduce sensitivity of the IF amplifier to external electrical noise. The AGC time constant is
provided by an RC circuit connected to Pin
19. Tuner AGC voltage is supplied from Pin 5
and is suitable for tuners with PNP or NPN RF
stages. The sense of the AGC (to increase in
a positive or negative direction) and the point
of tuner take-over are preset by the voltage
level at Pin 1.

Video Amplifier
The signal through the video amplifier comprises video and sound information; therefore, no gating of the video amplifier is
performed during flyback periods.

December 2, 1986

TDA4501

Sound Circuit and Horizontal
Oscillator Starting Function

the system works in the 60Hz mode; otherwise, 50Hz working is chosen.

The input to the sound IF amplifier is obtained
by a bandpass filter coupling from the video
output (Pin 17). The sound is demodulated
and passed via a dual-function volume control stage to the audio output amplifier. The
volume control function is obtained by connecting a variable resistor (10kn) between
Pin 11 and ground, or by supplying Pin 11 with
a variable voltage. Sound output is suppressed by an internal mute signal when no
input signal is present.

A narrow window is opened when 15 approved sync pulses have been detected.
Divider ratio between 522 and 528 switches
to 60Hz mode; between 622 and 628
switches to 50Hz mode.

The horizontal oscillator starting function is
obtained by supplying Pin 11 with a current of
6mA during the switching-on period. The IC
then uses this current to generate drive
pulses for the horizontal deflection. For this
application, the main supply voltage for the IC
can be obtained from the horizontal deflection circuit.

Vertical Divider System
A triggered divider system is used to synchronize the vertical drive waveforms, adjusting
automatically to 50 or 60Hz working. A large
window (search window) is opened between
counts of 488 and 722; when a separated
vertical sync pulse occurs before count 576,

6-9

The vertical blanking pulse is also generated
via the divider system by adding the antitopflutter pulse and the blanking pulse.

Line Phase Detector
The circuit has three operating conditions:
a. Strong input signal and synchronized.
b. Weak signal and synchronized.
c. Non-synchronized (weak and strong) signal.
The input signal condition is obtained from
the AGC circuit.

DC Volume Control/Horizontal
Oscillator Start
The operation depends on the application.
When during switch-on no current is supplied,
Pin 11 will act as volume control. When a
current of 6mA is applied, the volume control
is set to maximum and the circuit will generate drive pulses for the horizontal deflection.

•

Signetics Unear Products

Product Specification

TDA4501

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

22k

47k:,..

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2.7k

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VERTICAL
DRIVE

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3

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HORIZONTAL DRIVE

880k

25

4

VERTICAL
FEEDBACK

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88nF

820

88nF

24
5

TUNERAGC

18k

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OUTPUT

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15

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Figure 1. Application Diagram

1.DDV
0.95V

O.3QV

Figure 2. Video Output Signal

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VIDEO
OUT

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Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color N

TDA4501

I.ClOV
O.B8V
O.72V
O.58V
O.44V

o.3OV

Figure 3. EBU Test Signal Waveform (Line 330)

-3.2dB

•

-10dB
-13.2dB

-13.2dB

T

-lOdB

I

sc

SC CC

PC

CC

PC

YELlDW

BWE

sc: SOUND CARRIER LEVEL
CC: CHROMINANCE CARRIER LEVEL
PC: PICTURE CARRIER LEVEL
ALL WITH RESPECT TO TOP SYNC LEVEL
OP16030S

Figure 4. Input Signal Conditions

PC
GENERATOR
38.9MHz

sc

GENERATOR
33.4MHz

ATTENUATOR

TEST
CIRCUIT

SPECTRUM
ANALVZER

r-------~~~------~O+

1_

GAIN SETTING ADJUSTED
FOR BWE;V18 =2.5V

Figure 5. Test Setup Intermodulation

December 2, 1986

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Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

TDA4501

80

:...40

20

o

-40

-80

-20
V,(dB)
OP15890S

Figure 6. SIN Ratio as a Function of
the Input Voltage

Figure 7. Test Setup AM Suppression

50

......
:...-

45

V

V

....
Iii'

/

-40

/

/

:s
:f -60

1/
/

35

30

-20

",

V

-80

/

-100

o

20

40

60

80

Figure 8. AM Rejection

December 2, 1986

100

~
o

0.4

o.a

1.2

1.6

2.0

V,(V)

Figure 9. Volume Control
Characteristics

6-12

2A

TDA4502

Signetics

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for
Color TV With Video Switch
Objective Specification
Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The TDA4502 is a TV subsystem circuit
intended to be used in color TV receivers. It is similar to the TDA4505, with the
exception that it has no sound IF circuit
or audio preamplifiers. Instead, it has a
video switching input circuit for switching
an external video signal.

FEATURES
• Vision IF amplifier with
synchronous demodulator
• AGe detector suited for negative
modulation

•
•
•
•

Tuner AGC
AFC circuit with on/off switch
Video preamplifier
Video switch for an external
video signal
• Horizontal synchronization circuit
with two control loops
• Vertical synchronization (divider
system) and sawtooth generation
• Sandcastle pulse generation

PIN CONFIGURATION
ABC

TAKEOVER
VERT

RAMPGEN
VERT DRIVE 3
VERT
FEEDBACK
TUNER
ABC

Vee
VISION

II

7

IFIN

VISION

IFIN

DECOUPCAP

VOLUME
CONTROL'

~m~~1~

12

SWITC~\IJ"~

13

lOP VIEW

February 1987

6-13

Signetics Linear Products

Objective Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV With Video Switch

BLOCK DIAGRAM

February 1987

6-14

TDA4502

TDA4503

Signetics

Small-Signal Subsystem for
Monochrome TV
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TDA4503 combines all small-signal
functions (except the tuner) which are
required for monochrome TV receivers.
For a complete monochrome TV receiver only power output stages are required
to be added for horizontal and vertical
deflection, video and sound. This part is
designed to work with the TDA3561,
Vertical Output IC.

FEATURES
• Vertical sync separator and
oscillator
• Video preamplifier
• AGC detector
• Sync separator
• Horizontal synchronization
• Vision IF amplifier and
synchronous demodulator

The TDA4503 can also be used in low
cost color television receivers.

• Tuner AGC
• AFC circuit
• Sound IF amplifier and
demodulator
• Audio preamplifier with DC
volume control
• Gate pulse generator

APPLICATIONS
• Television receiver
• CATV converter

PIN CONFIGURATION
VERTOSCIN

1

28

~~gm;

'D ~gf'z DRIVE

VERT DRIVE
OUT
VERT DRIVE
FEEDBACK
TUNER
TAKEOVER IN
FLYBACK
PULSE IN
AGCOUT
TO TUNER

26 SYNCSEP

25
24

~~~&~~E
~~~~~T

GND
VOL CONTROL
AUDIO OUT
SOUND
DEMODREFIN
SOUND IF
DECOUP

TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

March 2, 1987

TEMPERATURE RANGE
_25°C to

ORDER CODE

+ 65°C

TDA4503N

6-15

853-1194 87841

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome JV

BLOCK DIAGRAM

20

21

17

TDA4503

~

-

AFC DETEClOR

-

*

90·

"OUTPUT

PHASE SHIFT

STAGE

VIDEO
AMPUFIER

- .!!.

18

~

I

,...

IFAMPUFIER
"FEEl).
BACKSTAGE

o-! ,...

OVERLOAD
DETEClOR

I

26

AGC
DETEClOR

!

I

+
~ ---'

SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULATOR

26

I

SYNC
SEPARATOR

I--

COINCIDENCE
DETEClOR

t
I
o--! f-+

I

~ f-+

•

-

t
r----

HORIZONTAL
OSCILLATOR

~

TUNEAAGC
OUTPUT STAGE

HORIZONTAL
DRIVE
OUTPUT STAGE

I

I

~8

23

~ 27

VERTICAL
SYNC
SEPARATOR

SOUND
SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULATOR

+

-

r----

VERTICAL
OSCILLATOR

~
VERTICAL
OUTPUT &
FEEDBACK
STAGE

..- ~

-

~
10

t

PHASE DETECTOR
&
AFCSTAGE

GATE PULSE
GENERATOR

TUNER
TAKE-ovER
CIRCUIT

SOUND AMP
UMITER&
FEEDBACK
STAGE

r--

l

I

25

I.OWPASS
FILTER

~

MUTE

t

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CONTROL

~

r- ~

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+

-

AUDIO
OUTPUT
AMPUFIEA

I
22

1

~2

3

~ 12
8[)O82108

March 2, 1987

6-16

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Vcc = V7 - 10

Supply voltage (Pin 7)

13.2

V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

1.7

W

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +65

·C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

·C

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

V 7 _ 1O =10.5V; V22_10=10.5V; TA=25·C, unless otherwise specified.

LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

9.5

10.5

13.2

V

82

100

rnA

Supplies
V7 - 10

Supply voltage (Pin 7)

17

Supply current (Pin 7)

V22 - 10

Supply voltage (Pin 22)

10.5

13.2

V

122

Supply current (Pin 22) 1

9.5

5

6.5

rnA

PTOT

Total power dissipation

920

1150

mW

80

120

/lV

Vision IF amplifier (Pins 8 and 9)
VS-9

Input sensitivity at 38.9 MHz2

VS-9

Input sensitivity at 45.75 MHz2

90

/lV

RS_ 9

Differential input resistance (Pin 8 to 9)

1.3

k!l

CS-9

40

Differential input capacitance (Pin 8 to 9)

5

pF

AGC range

59

dB

70

mV

VS-9

Maximum input signal

~V17-10

Expansion of output signal (Pin 17) lor 50dB variation 01 input signal
(Pins 8 and 9)3

50

0.5

1.0

dB

Video ampllfier4
V17 -10

Output level lor zero signal input (zero point 01 switched demodulator)

4.2

4.5

4.8

V

V17 - 10

Output signal top sync levels

1.25

1.45

1.65

V

V 17 - 10(P·P)

Amplitude 01 video output signal (peak-to-peak value)

2.4

2.7

3.0

117(INT)

Internal bias current 01 output transistor (NPN emitter-Iollower)

1.4

2.0

rnA
MHz

V

BW

Bandwidth 01 demodulated output signal

5

G17

Differential gain 6 (Figure 5)

6

%

Differential phase6 (Figure 5)

4

%

Video non-linearity over total video amplitude (peak white to black)

SIN
SIN
SIN

March 2, 1987

10

%

Intermodulation (Figures 6 and 7) at gain control = 45dB
1= 1.IMHz; blue
1= 1.1MHz; yellow
I = 3.3MHz; blue
1= 3.3MHz; yellow

55
50
60
55

60
54
66
59

dB
dB
dB
dB

Signal-to-noise rati07
at VI = 10mV
at end 01 AGC range

50
50

54
56

dB
dB

as a lunction of input signal

see Figure 8

Residual AM 01 intercarrier output signalS

5

10

%

Residual carrier signal

7

30

mV

Residual 2nd harmonic 01 carrier signal

3

30

mV

6-17

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

V7-10 = 10.5V; V22 - 10 = 10.5V; TA
otherwise specified.

= 25°C,

unless

LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Tuner AGC9
V4-10

Takeover voltage (Pin 4) for positive-going tuner AGC (NPN tuner)

3.5

VS-9IAMS)

Starting point takeover at V4 - 10 = 5V (RMS value)

0.4

VS-9IAMS)

Starting point takeover at V4 - 10 = 1.2V (RMS value)

V4-10

Takeover voltage (Pin 1) for negative-going tuner AGC (PNP tuner)

VS- 9IAMS)

Starting point takeover at V4-10

(RMS value)

VS- 9IAMS)

Starting point takeover at

(RMS value)

= 9.5V
V4-10 = 5.6V

16MAX

Maximum tuner AGC output swing

V6-10ISAT)

Output saturation voltage at 16

16

Leakage current at Pin 6

AVS-9

Input signal variation required for complete tuner control

50

V
2.0

mV

70

V

8
0.3

mV

2.0

mV

50

70

mV

2

3

rnA

= 2mA
0.5

2

300

mV

1

/lA

4

dB

AFC circuit (Pin 16)10
V16-10IP'P)

AFC output voltage swing (peak-to-peak value)

±116

Available output current

9

10
1

Control steepness at
100% picture carrier
10% picture carrier

20

V16 - 10

Output voltage at nominal tuning of the reference-tuned circuit

V16-10

Output voltage without input signal

40
15

80

5.25
2.7

6.0

V
rnA
mY/kHz
mY/kHz
V

8.5

V

Sound circuit
V15L1M

Input limiting voltage 11 (RMS value) at Vo

R15-10

Input resistance at VIIAMS)

C15 - 10

Input capacitance at

AMR
AMR

AM rejection (Figures 7 and 8) at
VI = 10mV
VI = 50mV

V12-6(AMS)

AF output signal 12 (RMS value)

Z12-10

AF output impedance

THD

Total harmonic distortion12

RR
RR

= Vo

MAX-3dB

= 1mV
VIIAMS) = 1mV

220

2

mV

2.6

kn

6

pF

35
43

dB
dB

320

mV

150

n

1

%

Ripple rejection at
fK = 100Hz, volume control 20dB
when muted

22
26

dB
dB

V12-10

Output voltage in mute condition

2.6

V

SIN

Signal-to-noise-ratio; weighted noise (CCIR 468)

47

dB

Volume control
V11 - 10

Voltage (Pin 11 disconnected)

111

Current (Pin 11 connected to ground)

R11-10

External control resistor 13
Suppression of output signal during mute condition

March 2, 1987

6-18

6.9

V

1

rnA

5

kn

66

dB

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

V7- 10 = 10.5V; V22-10
otherwise specified.

= 10.5V;

TA = 25°C, unless

LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Phase-locked loop holding range

±800

± 1100

Phase-locked loop catching range

±600

1000

Hz

2.3

kHz1llS

3

IlS

Horizontal synchronization
Slicing level sync separator 14

30

Control sensitivity video to flyback 15
Delay between leading edge of sync pulse and zero cross-over of
sawtooth (Pin 5)

%
±1500

Hz

Horizontal oscillator (Pin 23)
fFA

Free-running frequency; R = 35kSl; C = 2.7nF

15,626

Spread with fixed external components
Ll.fFR

Frequency variation due to change of supply voltage from 8 to 12V

TC

Temperature coefficient

Ll.fFR

Maximum frequency shift

Ll.fFR

Maximum frequency deviation (V7.10

0

Hz
4

%

0.5

%

1 X 10-

= 8V)

oC- 1

10

%

10

%

Horizontal output (Pin 27)
127

Output current

R27

Output impedance

5
200

Sl

V27 - 10
V27 -22

Output voltage at 127 = 5mA

1.4
2.5

V
V

a

Duty factor of horizontal output signal '6

tR, tF

Rise and fall times of output pulse

0.35

mA

0.40

0.45

400

%

ns

Flyback input (Pin 5)
Vs

Amplitude of input pulse

V5

Voltage at which gate pulse generator changes state 17

2

4

6

V
V

0

Coincidence detector mute output (Pin 28)'8
V28-10

Voltage for in-sync condition

9.5

V28-10

Voltage for no-sync condition (no input Signal)

1.0

1.5

V

V28-10

Voltage level for phase detector to switch from slow to fast

4.1

4.5

V

2.75

V

3.7

Fast-to-slow hysteresis

1

V28-10

Voltage level to activate mute function (transmitter identification)

2.25

2.5

122(P_P)

Output current for in-sync condition (peak-to-peak value)

0.7

1.0

March 2, 1987

V

6-19

V

mA

I

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

V7_,o=10.5V; V22 _,o=10.5V; TA = 25°C, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Typ

Min

Max

Vertical oscillator (Pin 1)
fFR

Free-running frequency at C = 220nF; R = 560kO

47.5

Hz

%

4

Spread with fixed external components
Holding range at nominal frequency

52.5

Hz
2 X 10-

TC

Temperature coefficient

Ll.fFR

Frequency variation due to change of supply voltage from
9.5 to 12V

I,

Leakage current at Pin 1

3

°C- 1

5

%

1.6

p.A

Vertical output (Pin 2)
12

Output current

R2

Output resistance

1

1.3

mA

2

kO

Feedback input (Pin 3)

V3-'OIP.P)

Input voltage
DC component
AC component (peak-to-peak value)

13
Ll.13

V3 _,o

4.0

5.5

V
V

Input current

12

p.A

Non-linearity of deflector current at V7-'O = 10.5V

2.5

%

10

/lS

Delay between leading edge of vertical sync and start of vertical
oscillator flyback

6

5.0
1.2

NOTES:
1. The horizontal oscillator can be started by supplying a current of 6mA to Pin 22. Taking this current from the mains rectifier allows the positive

2.
3.
4.
5.

supply voltage to Pin 7 to be derived from the horizontal output stage (the load current of Pin 27 is additional to the 6mA quoted).
At start of AGC.
Measured with OdS = 200,.,V.
Measured at lOmV (RMS) top sync output signal.
Signal with negative-going sync; top white = 10% of the top sync amplitude.

6. Measured with test line as shown in Figure 3. The differential gain is expressed as a percentage of the difference in peak amplitudes between the
largest and smallest values relative to the subcarrier amplitude at blanking level. The differential phase is defined as the difference in degrees

between the largest and smailest phase angles.
7. Measured with a source impedance of 75.0.
Signal-to-noise ratio

= 2010g

Vo black-to-white
V'(RMS) at B = 5MHz

B. Measured with a sawtooth-modulated input signal: m = 90%; V'(RMS)
Amplitude modulation =

Vo SC at top sync - Vo SC at white
Vo SC at top sync + Vo SC at white

=

10mV;

X 100%.

(SC = sound carrier)
9. Starting point of tuner take-over for an NPN tuner is when 16 = 1.8mA, and for a PNP tuner is when 16 = 0.2mA.

to. Measured at Va.9(RMS)

=

10mV and Pin 16 loaded with 2 X 100kU between V7 and ground. Reference tuned circuit Q-factor = 36.

11. Reference tuned circuit Q-factor = 16; audio frequency = 1kHz; carrier frequency = 5.5 MHz.
12. The demodulator tuned circuit must be tuned tor minimum distortion; output signal is measured at At = 7.5kHz; other measurements are at
fl.! = 27.5kHz.

13. Volume control can be realized by a variable resistor (SkU) connected between Pin 11 and ground, or by a variable voltage direct to Pin 11 (the
low value of input impedance to Pin 11 must be taken into account).

14. The sync separator is noise-gated; the slicing level is referred to the top sync level and is independent of the video signal. The value stated is a
percentage of the sync pulse amplitude, the level being dependent on external resistors connected to Pin 26.
15. The phase detector current is increased by a factor of seven during catching and when the phase detector is switched to 'fast' via Pin 2B, thus
ensuring a wide catching range and a high dynamiC loop gain.

16. The negative gOing edge initiates switching-off of the line output transistor (simultaneous driver).
17. The circuit requires an integrated flyback pulse. Gate pulses for AGC and coincidence detectors are obtained from the sawtooth waveform.
lB. The functions of in-sync, out-of-sync, and transmitter identification are combined on Pin 2B. For the reception of VCR signals, V2a must be fixed
between 3V and 4.5V so that the time constant is fast and sound information is preserved.

March 2, 1987

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
IF Amplifier, Demodulator, and
AFC
The IF amplifier operates with symmetrical
inputs at Pins 8 and 9 and has an input
impedance suitable for SAW filter application.
The amplifier sensitivity gives a peak-to-peak
output voltage of 3V for an RMS input of
70IlV. The demodulator and the AFC circuit
share an external reference tuned circuit
(Pins 20 and 21) and an internal RC network
provides the phase-shifting necessary for
AFC operation. The AFC circuit provides a
control voltage output with a (typical) swing of
9V from Pin 16 (Vcc = 10.5V).

AGC Circuit
Gating of the AGC detector is performed to
reduce sensitivity of the IF amplifier to external electrical noise. The AGC time constant is
provided by an RC network connected to Pin
24. The typical gain control range of the IF
amplifier is 60dS. Tuner AGC voltage is
supplied from Pin 6 and is suitable for tuners
with PNP or NPN RF stages. The sense of
the AGC (to increase in a positive or negative
direction) and the point of tuner takeover are
preset by the voltage level at Pin 4 (V4 = 3.5V
(typ.) for positive AGC; V4 = 8V (typ.) for
negative AGC).

March 2, 1987

Video Amplifier
The video signal output from Pin 17 has a
peak-to-peak value of 3V (top sync level = 1.5V) and carries negative-going sync. In
order to retain sound information at Pin 17,
the video signal is not blanked during flyback
periods.

Sound Circuit
The sound IF signal present at the video
output (Pin 17) is coupled to the sound circuit
by a bandpass filter to Pin 15. The sound
circuit has an amplifier-limiter stage, a synchronous demodulator with reference tuned
circuit at Pin 13, a volume control stage, and
an output amplifier. The volume control has a
range of approximately 80dS and the audio
output signal at maximum volume and with
Af = 7.5kHz is 320mV (RMS value). The
sound output signal is suppressed when no
input signal is detected.

Synchronization Circuits
The sync separator slicing level is determined
by an external resistor network at Pin 26. The
slicing level is referred to the top sync level
and the recommended value for slicing is
30%. Internal protection from electrical noise
is included.
A gated phase detector compares the phase
of the separated sync pulses with a sawtooth
waveform obtained from the flyback pulse at

6-21

TDA4503

Pin 5. In sync and out-of-sync conditions are
detected by the coincidence detector at Pin
28 (this circuit also gives transmitter identification). During the out-of-sync condition, gating of the phase detector is switched off and
the output current from the phase detector
increases to give the detector a short timeconstant and thus a fast response. This
condition can be imposed by clamping the
voltage at Pin 28 to 3.5V for the reception of
VCR signals.
The horizontal oscillator frequency is controlled by the output voltage of the phase
detector circuit. The horizontal drive output
from Pin 27 has a duty factor of 40%.
Vertical sync pulses are separated by an
internal integrating network and are used to
trigger the vertical oscillator. A comparator
circuit compares the vertical sawtooth waveform, generated by the vertical oscillator, with
feedback from the deflection coils, and
supplies the drive voltage for the output stage
at Pin 2.

Power Supplies
The main supply is to Pin 7 (positive supply)
and Pin 10 (ground). The horizontal oscillator
is supplied from Pin 22 to facilitate starting of
the oscillator from a high-voltage rail. A special ground connection at Pin 19 is used by
critical voltage dividers in the feedback loops
of the vision and sound IF circuits.

•

Signetics linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

270k

~~~~-------------i

@3.3V

"b- HORIZONTAL

OUTPUT
26
680k
~~-~~----------o+
68nF
820k

FEEDBACK ----------_~
22k

+~

VCRS~H

27

4

~~22nF

25

10~

lk

I--......-Wl.--..,+ ~_-

I

24 ~

FL~~~--~~----1--I~

68nF

330k

~-.--~~--------~+

~22nF

I~F

L-.._ _~+~
23

TUNER AGe ......- - - - - - - -.....---1

27k

4.7k

~

lk

Vee O-----~_I

TDA4S03

IF INPUT {O

~...;:______________~ ~:rZONTAL

21

22nF
jnF

0>-----11
10

19

11

18

lOnF

1

~

1

~VIDEO

17

O~~~ _------------12-1

OUTPUT

~nF13

18

~GO

*. .

22nF 14

15

------11
~
TC196715

Figure 1. Application Circuit Diagram

l.ooV
1.00V
O.95V

O.68V
O.72V
O.58V

OMV
O.30V

G.3OV

84 ...
OPl6070S

Figure 2. Video Output Signal

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Figure 3. EBU Test Signal Line 330

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TDA4503

Small-Signal Subsystem for Monochrome TV

60

- 3.2dB

".

-10dB
-13.2dB

-13.2dB

40

T

-30dB

I

sc cc

20

SC CC

PC

PC

YELLDW

BLUE

o

sc: SOUND CARRIER LEVEL

-20

-40

-60

CC: CHROMINANCE CARRIER LEVEL
PC: PICTURE CARRIER LEVEL

V,(dB)

ALL WITH RESPECT 10 lOP SYNC LEVEL

Figure 6. Signal-to-Noise Ratio as a
Function of Input Voltage

OP,6030S

Figure 4. Input Signal Conditions for Intermodulation Test
50
PC
GENERAlOR
38.9 MHz

....- ~

45

iii

~

sc
GENERAlOR
33AMHz

:s
z

ATTENUAlOR

CC
GENERAlOR
34.5 MHz

r

H

TEST
CIRCUIT

SPECTRUM
ANALYZER

I--

Value at 1.1MHz=201og

Vo at 4.4MHz
Vo at 1.1MHz

~iii

/'
40

V

0:

35

i

0+

30

GAIN SETTING ADJUSTED
FOR BLUE; V16 =2.5V

BOOB280S

NOTE:

/'

/

V
o

20

40

60
V1S (mV)

100

60

Figure S. Typical Amplitude Modulation
Rejection Curve

+3.6dB;

Vo at 4.4MHz
Value at 3.3MHz = 20109

.

Vo at 3.3MHz

Figure 5. Circuit for Intermodulation Test

/

-20

II

-40

iii

---

/

:s

oj>

V

-60
-60

-100

....
o

OA

0.8

1.2

1.6

2.0

2.4

V,M
Figure 9. Volume Control Characteristic

Figure 7. Circuit for Amplitude Modulation Rejection Test

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TDA4505

Signetics

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for
Color TV
Preliminary Specification

Linear Products
PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA4505 is a TV subsystem circuit
intended to be used for base-band demodulation applications. This circuit consists of all small-signal functions (except
the tuner) required for a quality color
television receiver. The only additional
circuits needed to complete a receiver
are a tuner, the deflection output stages,
and a color decoder. The TDA3563 or
67, NTSC color decoder, and the
TDA3654 vertical output, are ideal complements for the TDA4505.

• Vision IF amplifier with
synchronous demodulator
• Tuner AGC (negative-going
control voltage with increasing
signal)
• AGC detector for negative
modulation
• AFC circuit
• Video preamplifier
• Sound IF amplifier, demodulator
and preamplifier
• DC volume control
• Horizontal synchronization circuit
with two control loops
• Extra time constant switches in
the horizontal phase detector
• Vertical synchronization (divider
system) and sawtooth generation
with automatic amplitude
adjustment for 50 or 60Hz
• Three-level sandcastle pulse
generation

APPLICATIONS
• Color television receiver
• CATV converters
• Base-band processing

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-I17)

-25°C to +65°C

TDA4505N

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

-25°C to +65°C

TDA4505AN

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-I17)

-25°C to +65°C

TDA4505BN

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL
\. Vec

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Supply voltage (Pin 7)

13.2

V

2.3

W

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +65

°C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°C

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N Package
AGe

TAKEOVER
VERT

27

RAMPGEN

~~LE

VERT DRIVE 3
VERTFB

..

TUNERAGC

5

VISION IF IN

B

VISION IF IN

9

25 SYNC SEPARATOR

21 SYNC DEMOD

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Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

BLOCK DIAGRAM
+v
25

28

23

24

I

20

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21

6-25

15

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TDA4505

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = V7-6 = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

12

13.2

Supplies

V7- 6

Supply voltage (Pin 7)

17

Supply current (Pin 7)

135

V11 - 6

Supply voltage (Pin 11) 1

8.6

111

Supply current (Pin 11) for horizontal oscillator start

9.5

V
mA
V

6

8

mA

100

140

jJ.V

Vision IF amplifier (Pins 8 and 9)

VS_9

Input sensitivity 38.9MHz on set AGC

VS- 9

45.75MHz on set AGC

RS- 9

Differential input resistance (Pin 8 to 9)

CS- 9

Diflerential input capacitance (Pin 8 to 9)

60

120
800

1300

jJ.V
1800

5

.\1
pF

GS- 9

Gain control range

56

60

dB

VS-9

Maximum input Signal

50

100

mV

tJ.V 17 _6

Expansion of output signal lor 50dB variation 01 input signal
with VS-9 at 150jJ.V (OdB)

1

dB

5.8

V

Video amplifier measured at top sync input signal voltage (RMS value) 01 10mV

V17 -

6

Output level for zero signal input
(zero point of switched demodulator)

V17-6

Output signal top sync level 2

V17-6(P.P)

Amplitude 01 video output signal (peak-to-peak value)

117(INl)

Internal bias current 01 output transistor (NPN emitter-follower)

2.7

1.4

2.9

3.1

V

2.6

V

2.0

mA

BW

Bandwidth 01 demodulated output signal

G17

Differential gain (Figure 3)3

5

4

10

MHz

%

«J

Differential phase (Figure 3)3

3

10

deg.

10

%

Video non-linearilt complete video signal amplitude

SIN
SIN

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Intermodulation (Figure 4) at gain control = 45dB
1= 1.IMHz; blue
1= 1.IMHz; yellow
I = 3.3MHz; blue
f = 3.3MHz; yellow

55
50
60
55

60
54
66
59

dB
dB
dB
dB

Signal-to-noise rati0 5
Zs = 75.\1; VI = 10mV
end 01 gain control range

50
50

54
56

dB
dB

Residual carrier signal

7

30

mV

Residual 2nd harmonic 01 carrier signal

24

30

mV

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Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

vcc = V7-6 = 12V; TA = 25'C, unless otherwise specified.

LIMITS
UNIT

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Max

Min

Typ

50

100

mV

6

8

mA

Tuner AGC 13
V1-6(RMS)

Minimum starting point take-over

V1- 6(RMS)

Maximum starting point take-over

0.5

ISMAX

Maximum output swing

VS-6(SAT)

Output saturation voltage
1=2mA

Is

Leakage current

ilVI

Input signal variation complete tuner control (ills = 2mA)

300

mV

mV

1

pA
dB

0.5

2

5

9.5

10.35

11

AFC circuit (Pin 18)6
V18 - 6(P-P)

AFC output voltage swing

±1 18

Available output current

2.6

mA

Control steepness

70

mY/kHz

V18-6

Output voltage at nom. tuning of the reference-tuned circuit

118

Offset current AFC output (Pins 20 and 21 short-circuited)

V

6

V

TBO

p.A

Sound circuit
V1SLlM

Input limiting voltage
Vo = Vo MAX-3dB; QL = 16; fAF = '1 kHz; fe = 5.5MHz

400

R1s-6

Input resistance
VI(RMS) = 1mV

2.6

kn

C1S -6

Input capacitance
VI(RMS) = 1mV

6

pF

AMR
AMR

AM rejection (Figures 7 and 8)
VI = 10mV
VI = 50mV

46
50

dB
dB

V12 - 6(RMS)

AF output signal
ilf = 7.5kHz; minimum distortion

400

600

800

mV

V12 -6(RMS)

AF output signal; ilf = 50kHz Pin 11 used as starting pin

300

700

1200

mV

Z12-6

AF output impedance

25

100

n

THO

Total harmonic distortion volume control 20dB,
ilf = 27.5kHz; weighted acc. CCIR 468

1

3

%

RR
RR

Ripple rejection
fk = 100Hz, volume control 20dB
when muted

35
30

V 12 -6

Output voltage in Mute condition

3.0

V

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio; ilf = 2705kHz weighted noise (CCIR 468)

45

dB

800

liN

dB
dB

Volume control (Figure 8)
V 11 _6

Voltage (Pin 11 disconnected)

5.0

V

111

Circuit (Pin 11 short circuited)

0.9

mA

5

kn

66

dB

R11 -6

External control resistor

OSS

Suppression oulput signal during mute condition

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TDA4505

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vcc=V7_s=12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

200

800

mV

10
TBD

p.A
rnA

Sync separator and first control loop
V25 - S(P-Pj

Required sync pulse amplitude; R17 _ 25 = 2kn7

125
125

Input current
V25_S>5V
V25-S = OV

±Ll.f

Holding range PLL

± Ll.f

Catching range PLL

1100
600

Control sensitivity8
video to oscillator; at weak signal
at strong signal during scan
during vertical retrace and catching

1500

Hz

1000

Hz

2.5
3.75
7.5

kHzl!,s
kHzl!,s
kHzl!,s

Second control loop (positive edge)

Ll.tDI Ll.to

Control sensitivity R28 _ S = see Figure 1

50

tD

Control range

25

!,s

Control sensitivity

25

!,AI!,s

Maximum allowed phase shift

±2

!,S

Phase adjustment (via second control loop)

a

Horizontal oscillator (Pin 23)
fFR

Free-running frequency R = 34kn; C = 2.7nF

Ll.f

Spread with fixed external components

Ll.fFR

Frequency variation due to change of supply voltage
from 9.5 to 13.2V

TC

Frequency variation with temperature

Ll.fFR

Maximum frequency shift

Ll.fFR

Maximum frequency deviation at start H-out

15,625

Hz

0.4

4

%

0

0.5

%

1 X 10- 4

°C- 1

10

%

10

%

V

8

Horizontal output (Pin 26)
V2S-6

Output voltage high level

13.2

V2S-S

Output voltage at which protection commences

15.8

V

V2S-6

Output voltage low at 12S = lOrnA

0.15

0.5

V

d

Duty cycle of horizontal output Signal at tp = 101'5

0.45

tR

Rise time of output pulse

260

ns

tF

Fall time of output pulse

100

ns

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Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vee = V7 _ 6 = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Flyback input and sand castle output 9

b

Input current required during flyback pulse

0.1

-

2

mA

Output voltage during burst key pulse

8

9.0

V27 - 6

Output voltage during horizontal blanking

4

4.35

5

V

V27 - 6

Output voltage during vertical blanking

2.1

2.5

2.9

V

tw

Width of burst key pulse (60Hz)

3.1

3.5

3.9

I1S

tw

Width of burst key pulse (50Hz)

3.6

4.0

4.4

I1s

VZ7 -

6

V

Width of horizontal blanking pulse

flyback pulse width

Width of vertical blanking pulse
50Hz divider in search window
60Hz divider in search window
50Hz divider in narrow window
60Hz divider in narrow window

21
17
25
21

lines
lines
lines
lines

5.2

I1S

Delay between start of sync pulse at video output and rising
edge of burst key pulse
Coincidence detector mute output 10
V22 -6

Voltage for in-sync condition

10.3

V

V22-6

Voltage for no-sync condition no signal

1.5

V

V22-6

Switching level to switch off the AFC

6.4

V

V22 -6

Hysteresis AFC switch

0.4

V

V22 -6

Switching level to activate mute function
(transmitter identification)

2.4

V

V22 - 6

Hysteresis Mute function

122(p.p)

Charge current in sync condition 4.711S

122 (p.p)

Discharge current in sync condition 1.311S

0.7

0.5

V

1.0

mA

0.5

mA

Vertical ramp generator 11
12

Input current during scan

0.5

12

Discharge current during retrace

0.4

V2_ 6 (P.P)

Sawtooth amplitude

0.8

2

I1A
mA

1.1

V

7

mA

Vertical output (Pin 3)
13

Output current

V3_6

Maximum output voltage

5.7

V

3.3
1.2

V
V

Feedback Input (Pin 4)
V4- 6
V4-6(P_P)

Input voltage
DC component
AC component (peak-to-peak value)

14

Input current

/ltp

Internal precorrection to sawtooth

5

Deviation amplitude 50/60Hz

a

12

I1A

2

%

%

Vertical guard 12

/lV4-6
/lV 4 _6

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Active at a deviation with respect to the DC feedback level;
V27-6 = 2.5V;
at switching level low
at switching level high

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1.9

V
V

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Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

TDA4505

NOTES:
1. Pin 11 has a double function. When during switch~on a current of 6mA is supplied to this pin, this current is used to start the horizontal oscillator.
The main supply can then be obtained from the horizontal deflection stage. When no current is supplied to this pin it can be used as volume
control. The indicated maximum value is the current at which all IGs will start. Higher currents are allowed: the excess current is bypassed to
ground.
2. Signal with negative-going sync top white to% of the top sync amplitude (Figure 2).
3. Measured according to the test line given in Figure 3.
- The differential gain is expressed as a percentage of the difference in peak amplitudes between the largest and, smallest value relative to the
subcarrier amplitude at blanking level.
- The differential phase is defined as the difference in degrees between the largest and smallest phase angle.
4. This figure is valid for the complete video signal amplitude (peak white to black).

5. The SIN = 20 log VOUT BLACK·TO·WHITE
VN(AMS) at B = 5MHz
6. The AFC control voltage IS obtained by multiplying the IF-output signal (which is also used to drive the synchronous demodulator) with a reference
carrier. This reference carrier is obtained from the demodulator tuned circuit via a 90 0 phase shift network. The IF-output signal has an asymmetrical
frequency spectrum with respect to the carrier frequency. To avoid problems due to this asymmetrical signal, the AFC circuit is gated by means of
an internally generated gating pulse. As a result the detector is operative only during black level at a constant carrier amplitude which contains no
additional side bands. As a result the AFC output voltage contains no video information.
At very weak input signals, the driver signal for the AFC circuit will contain a lot of noise. This noise signal has again an asymmetrical frequency
spectrum and this will cause an offset of the AFC output voltage. To avoid problems due to this effect, the AFC is switched off when the AGC is
controlled to maximum gain.
The measured figures are obtained at an input sign RMS voltage of 10mV and the AFC output loaded with 2 times 220kil between + Vs and
ground. The unloaded Q~factor of the reference tuned circuit is 70. The AFC is switched off when no signal is detected by the coincidence detector
or when the voltage at Pin 22 is between 1.2V and 6.4V. This can be realized by a resistor of 68kil connected between Pin 22 and ground.
7. The slicing level can be varied by changing the value of R17-25. A higher resistor value results in a larger value of the minimum sync pulse
amplitude. The slicing level is independent of the video information.
S. Frequency control is obtained by supplying a correction current to the oscillator RC-network via a resistor, connected between the phase 1 detector
output and the oscillator network. The oscillator can be adjusted to the right frequency in one of the two following ways:
a) Interrupt R23 _ 24.
b) Short circuit the sync separator bias network (Pin 25) to + Vee.
To avoid the need of a VCR switch, the time constant of phase detector at strong input signal is sufficient short to get a stable picture during VCR
playback. During the vertical retrace period, the time constant is even shorter so that the head errors of the VCR are compensated at the beginning
of the scan. Only at weak signal conditions (information derived from the AGe circuit) is the time constant increased to obtain a good noise
immunity.
9. The flyback inpu,t and sandcastle output have been combined on one pin.
The flyback pulse is clamped to a level of 4.5V. The minimum current to drive the second control loop is 0.1mA.
10. The functions in-sync/out-of-sync and transmitter identification have been combined on this pin. The capaCitor is charged during the sync pulse and
discharged during the time difference between gating and sync pulse.
11. The vertical scan is synchronized by means of a divider system. Therefore no adjustment is required for the ramp generator. The divider detects
whether the incoming signal has a vertical frequency of 50 or 60Hz and corrects the vertical amplitude.
12. To avoid screenburn due to a collapse of the vertical deflection, a continuous blanking level is inserted into the sandcastle pulse when the feedback
voltage of the vertical deflection is not within the specified limits.
13. Starting point tuner takeover at 1 = 0.2mA. Takeover to be adjusted with a potentiometer of 47kil.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
IF Amplifier, Demodulator, and
AFC
The IF amplifier has a symmetrical input (Pins
8 and 9). The synchronous demodulator and
the AFC circuit share an external reference
tuned circuit (Pins 20 and 21). An internal RCnetwork provides the necessary phase-shifting for AFC operation. The AFC circuit is
gated by means of an internally generated
gating pulse. As a result, the AFC output
voltage contains no video information. The
AFC circuit provides a control voltage output
with a swing greater than 10V from Pin 18.

respect to the sync pulse. That can only be
realized when a second loop is used.

The windows are activated via an up/down
counter.

Horizontal Phase Detector

The counter increases its counter value with
1 for each time the separated vertical sync.
pulse is within the search window. When it is
not, the counter value is lowered with 1.

The circuit has the following operating conditions:
a.

AGC Circuit
Gating of the AGC detector is performed to
reduce sensitivity of the IF amplifier to external electrical noise. The AGC time constant is
provided by an RC circuit connected to Pin
19. The point of tuner take-over is preset by
the voltage level at Pin 1.

DC Volume Control/Horizontal
Oscillator Start
The circuit can be used with a DC volume
control or with a starting possibility of the
horizontal oscillator. The operation depends
on the application. When during switch-on no
current is supplied to Pin 11, this pin will act
as volume control. When a current of 6mA is
supplied to Pin 11, the volume control is set
to a fixed output Signal and the IC will
generate drive pulses for the horizontal deflection. The main supply of the IC can then
be derived from the horizontal deflection.

Horizontal Synchronization
The video input signal (positive video) is
connected to Pin 25.
The horizontal synchronization has two control loops. This has been introduced because
a sandcastle pulse had to be generated. An
accurate timing of the burstkey pulse can be
made in an easy way when the oscillator
sawtooth is used. Therefore, the phase of this
sawtooth must have a fixed relation with
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The different working modes of the divider
system are specified below.
a. Large (search) window: divider ratio between 488 and 722.
This mode is valid for the following conditions:
1. Divider is locking for a new transmitter.
2. Divider ratio found, not within the narrow
window limits.

Weak signal. In this condition the time
constant is doubled compared with the
previous condition. Furthermore, the
phase detector is gated when the oscillator is synchronized. This ensures a stable
display which is not disturbed by the
noise in the video signal.

3. Non-standard TV signal condition detected
while a double or enlarged vertical sync
pulse is still found after the internallygenerated anti-topflutter pulse has ended.
This means a vertical sync pulse width
larger than 10 clock pulses (50Hz) viz. 12
clock pulses (60Hz).

c.

Not synchronized (weak signal). In this
condition the time constant during scan
and vertical retrace are the same as
during scan in condition a.

In general this mode is activated for video
tape recorders operating in the feature trick
mode. When the wide vertical sync. pulses
are detected, the vertical ramp generator is
decoupled from the horizontal oscillator. As
a consequence, the retrace time of this
ramp generator is now determined by the
external capacitor and the discharge current. This decoupling prevents instability of
the picture due to irregular incoming signals (variable number of lines per field).

Video Amplifier

The input to the sound IF amplifier is obtained
by a band-pass filter coupling from the video
output (Pin 17). The sound is demodulated
and passed via a dual-function volume control stage to the audio output amplifier. The
volume control function is obtained by connecting a variable resistor (5kn) between Pin
11 and ground, or by supplying Pin 11 with a
variable voltage. Sound output is suppressed
by an internal mute signal when no TV Signal
is identified.

Strong input signal, synchronized or not
synchronized. (The input Signal condition
is obtained from the AGC-circuit, the insync/out-of-sync from the coincidence
detector). In this condition the time constant is optimal for VCR playback; I.e.,
fast time constant during the vertical
retrace (to be able to correct head-errors
of the VCR) and such a time constant
during scan that fluctuations of the sync
are corrected. In this condition the phase
detector is not gated.

b.

The signal through the video amplifier comprises video and sound information.

Sound Circuit and Horizontal
Oscillator Starting Function

TDA4505

Vertical Sync Pulse
The vertical sync pulse integrator will not be
disturbed when the vertical sync pulses have
a width of only 101lS with a separation of
22/1s. This type of vertical sync pulses are
generated by certain video tapes with anticopy guard.

Vertical Ramp Generator
To avoid problems during VCR-playback in
the so-called feature modes (fast or slow),
the vertical ramp generator is not coupled to
the horizontal oscillator when such signals
are received. For normal signals the coupling
between vertical ramp generator and horizontal oscillator is maintained. This ensures a
reliable interface.

Vertical Divider System
The IC embodies a synchronized divider system for generating the vertical sawtooth at
Pin 2. The divider system has an internal
frequency doubling circuit, so the horizontal
oscillator is working at its normal line frequency; one line period equals 2 clock pulses.
Due to the divider system no vertical frequency adjustment is needed. The divider has a
discriminator window for automatically switching over from the 60Hz to 50Hz system.
When the trigger pulse comes before line 576
the system works in the 60Hz mode, otherwise 50Hz mode is chosen. The divider system operates with 2 different divider reset
windows for maximum interference/disturbance protection.

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4. Up/down counter value of the divider system operating in the narrow window mode
drops below count 6.
b. Narrow window: divider ratio between
522 - 528 (60Hz) or 622 - 628 (50Hz).
The divider system switches over to this
mode when the up/down counter has
reached its maximum value of 15 approved
vertical sync pulses. When the divider operates in this mode and a vertical sync
pulse is missing within the window, the
divider is reset at the end of the window
and the counter value is lowered with 1. At
a counter value below 6, the divider system
switches over the large window mode. The
divider system also generates the so-called
anti-topflutter pulse which inhibits the
phase 1 detector during the vertical sync
pulse. The width of this pulse depends on
the divider mode. For the divider mode a
the start is generated at the reset of the
divider. In mode b the anti-topflutter pulse
starts at the beginning of the first equalizing pulse.
The anti-topflutter pulse ends at count 10 for
50Hz and count 12 for 60Hz. The vertical

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blanking pulse is also generated via the
divider system. The start is at the reset of the
divider while the blanking pulse width is 34
(17 lines) for 60Hz and at count 42 (21 lines)
for 50Hz systems.
The vertical blanking pulse generated at the
sandcastle output Pin 27 is made by adding
the anti-topflutter pulse and the blanking
pulse. In this way the vertical blanking pulse
starts at the beginning of the first equalizing
pulse when the divider operates in the b
mode. The total length of the vertical blanking
in this condition is 21 lines in the 60Hz mode
and 25 lines in the 50Hz mode.

TDA4505

Application When External
Video Signals Have to Be
Synchronized
The input of the sync separator is externally
available. For the normal application, the
video output signal (Pin 17) is AC-coupled to
this input (see Figure 2). It is possible to
interrupt this connection and to drive the sync
separator from another source; e.g., a teletext
decoder in serial mode or a signal coming
from the PT-plug. When a teletext decoder is
applied, the IF-amplifier and synchronization
circuit are running in the same phase so that
the various connections between the two

parts (like AGC gating) can remain active.
When external signals are applied to the sync
separator, the connections between the two
parts must be interrupted. This can be obtained by connecting Pin 22 to ground.
This results in the following condition:
- AGC detector is not gated.
- AFC circuit is active.
- Mute circuit not active so that the
sound channel remains switched-on.
- The first phase detector has an
optimal time constant for external
video sources.

47k

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t

~

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~------~~~~------------t----.~N~
2.7k
~-~,."...------+_--o+
26

~W

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v~~ _---------...;3-1

_---------...;5-1

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24

6

Vee

2k

25

F~~~~-----------·4-1
TUNERAGC

1..---"",.,,...------+--0 HORIZONTAL FLYBACK

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2
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150pF

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O.47j.lF

82k
23

7

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88k

TDA4505

21

19

AFCSWllCH

330k

~--------~~~~----------+--+-o+
220k

11

220k

O~~ _ - - - - - - - - - 1 -2i
2.7k

~--~~----------~-i--o+
18
~--------+------------------I_+- AFC

~~

~~ ~
-

j

22nF

"

14

Figure 1. Application Diagram

February 1987

6-32

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA4505

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color N

100%

100%
95%

86%
72%

58%
44%
30%
30%

.s

Figure 2. Video Output Signal

sc
GENERATOR
33.4MHz

Figure 3. E.B.U. Test Signal Waveform (Line 330)

ATTENUATOR

TESI"
CIRCUIT

SPECTRUM
ANALYZER

..-------''VV\.-----o +

1_

GAIN SETTING ADJUSTED
FOR BLUE

NOTES:
Vo at 4.4MHz
Value at 1.1 MHz; 2010g
+ 3.6dS.

Vo at 1.1MHz

Vo at 4.4 MHz
Value at 3.3MHz; 2010g...::.---Vo at 3.3MHz

Figure 4. Test Setup Intermodulation

60

......

V
20

o

-20

-60
V,(dB)

Figure 5. SIN Ratio as a Function of
the Input Voltage

February 1987

Figure 6. Test Setup AM Suppression

6-33

•

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA4505

Small-Signal Subsystem IC for Color TV

so

v'/
,/

I

35

30

-20

./

45

"

it -40

:s

~

1/

-100
20

40

60

80

100

,/

1/

V

/
o

0.4

0.8

1.2

1.6

2.0

2.4

VI (V)

V,.(mV)

Figure 7. AM Rejection

February 1987

-60

-80

/'
o

I
/

Figure 8. Volume Control Characteristics

6-34

Signetics

Section 7
Video/IF

Linear Products

INDEX
TDA2540
TDA2541
TDA2549

Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator, AFT, NPN Tuners..............
Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator, AFT, PNP Tuners ..............
Multistandard Video IF Amplifier and Demodulator .....................

7-3
7-6
7-14

TDA2540

Signetics

Video IF/ AFT
Product Specification

Linear Products
PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA2540 is an IF amplifier and
demodulator circuit for color and blackand-white television receivers using
NPN tuners.

• Gain-controlled, wide-band
amplifier, providing complete IF
gain
• Synchronous demodulator
• White spot inverter
• Video preamplifier with noise
protection
• AFC circuit which can be
switched on/off by a DC level,
e.g., during tuning
• AGC circuit with noise gating
• Tuner AGC output (NPN tuners)
• VCR switch, which switches off
the video output; e.g., for
insertion of a VCR playback
signal

N Package

TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Black/white and color TV
receivers/monitors
• Video cassette recorders (VCRs)
• CATV converters

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-36)

-25·e to + 60·e

TDA2540N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

V1 1 -13

Supply voltage

V4-13

Tuner AGe voltage

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

January 14, 1967

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

12

V

900

mW

-65 to + 125

·e

-25 to +60

·e

653-1140 87201

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2540

Video IF/AFT

BLOCK DIAGRAM

~I-- 15
~
13

f""

-

-

-

1

~1-8

•

~

REFERENCE
AMPUFIER

~

SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULAlOR

IF INPUT

l'

r-

).-

r-

-I

10

-K

AFC
SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULAlOR

GAIN
CONTROLLED
IFAMPUFIER

rr-

VIDEO
PREAMPUFIER
~
3mAl

'"

~

~

TUNER
AGC
OUTPUT

AGC DETECTOR I
NOISE INVERTER

4

-

3
TUNERAGC
TAKE-OVER

r 1
--

January 14, 1987

WHITE SPOT
INVERTER

14

+

~

r-

t

a.,..,.
I-

-;--fl-

.

rr

7-4

!

AFC
OUTPUT

5

*~~

AFC

OUTPUT

6

AFC
SWmlH

12

;-

VIDEO
OUTPUT

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2540

Video IF/AFT

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Measured in Figure 4) The following characteristics are measured at TA = 25'C;
V11 -13 = 12V; f = 38.9MHz, unless otherwise specified.
SYMBOL

LIMITS

PARAMETER
Min

V11 -13

Supply voltage range

VI - 16(RMS)

IF input voltage for onset of AGC (RMS value)

10.2

IZI_16 1

Differential input impedance CL = 2pF

V12-13

Zero-signal output level

V12-13

Top sync output level

Gv

IF voltage gain control range

Max

12

13.2

V

100

150

/lV
kn

2

Vi

6±0.3
2.9

UNIT

Typ

3.07

3.2

V

64

dB

6

MHz

BW

Bandwidth of video amplifier (3dB)

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio at VI

dG

Differential gain

4

10

%

d<,O

Differential phase I

2

10

degrees

= 10mV

Intermodulation at 1.1 MHz: blue3
yellow3
at 3.3MHz4

46
46
46

60
50
54
4

30

mV

2nd harmonic of carrier at video output

20

30

mV

White spot inverter threshold level (Figure 3)

6.6

V

White spot insertion level (Figure 3)

4.7

V

Noise inverter threshold level (Figure 3)

1.8

V

Noise insertion level (Figure 3)

3.8

External video switch (VCR) switches off the output

14

Tuner AGC output current range

V4-13

Tuner AGC output voltage at 14 = 10mA

14

Tuner AGC output leakage current V14 - 13

10

= 5V;

Li.VS- 13

Maximum AFC output voltage swing

Li.f

Detuning for AFC output voltage swing of 10V

VS-13

AFC zero-signal output voltage (minimum gain)

VS-13

AFC switches on at:

VS-13

AFC switches off at:

V4 - 13

= 12V
10

4
3.2

NOTES:
1. So-called 'projected zero point', e.g., with switched demodulator.

Vo black-Io-while
VN(RMS)al B = 5MHz
Vo al 4.4MHz
+ 3.6dB.
Vo al 1.1MHz
Va al 4.4MHz

4. 2010g Vo al 3.3MHi

January 14, 1987

7-5

V
1.1

V

a

mA

0.3

V

15

/lA

100
200

kHz
kHz

V

11

100

3. 2010g

dB
dB
dB

Carrier signal at video output

V14-13

2. SIN

dB 2

58

6

8

V

3

V

1.5

V

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2540

Video IF/AFT

-3.2dB
-'!OdB
-13.2dB

-13.2dB
SPECTRUM FOR
YELLOW

-30dB

I

sc

I

sc

PC

CC

SPECTRUM FOR
BWE

-3OdB

cc

PC
OP1604OS

NOTES:
SC: Sound carrier level
CC: Chrominance carrier
PC: Picture carrier level

J

With respect to top sync level

Figure 1. Input Conditions for Intermodulation Measurements;
Standard Color Bar With 75% Contrast

PC
GENERATOR
38.9MHz

sc
GENERATOR
33.4MHz

t

ATIENUATOR

cc

GENERATOR
34.5MHz

J

,.--

TESr
CIRCUIT

i

-

SPECTRUM
ANALVZER

O+12V

MANUAL GAIN CONTROL:
ADJUSTED FOR BWE:V12_1.=4V

BOO6.260S

Figure 2. Test Setup for Intermodulation

WHf~R~~J~~~~~ - 6 . 6 - \ - - - - - - - - - - - - i
ZERO-SIGNAL LEVEL.
6
WHITELEVEL(CCIR) -5.7

WHITESPOrINS~~~ -4.7-+--+-------=_
NOISE INSERTION LEVEL TOP SYNC LEVEL -

3.8
3.07 - 3

TIME

Figure 3. Video Output Waveform Showing White Spot and Noise Inverter Threshold Levels

January 14, 1987

7-6

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2540

Video IF/AFT

+28V

+12V

~ ~

~ ~

r-.

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22M

TUNING VOLTAGE

TUNERAGC

AFCSWITCH
330

f1.F

='

""1OnF

o-j
2

11

IF INPUT

5

4

3

7

6

L1

TDA2540

1.5nF

56pF

I
I

I~

16

15

14

o-j

4:

3

12

10

11

9

r+,

L2

I
I
I

: ;:lOOpF

I-i

L
10nF

1pF

1-,

6

:fi

I
I
I

LI-.

T 'PF

-

+12V
1.5k

~ lOnF

:J2.7nF :J 330nF

::t

+
68.F

VIDEO
OUTPUT
NOTES:
Q of L1 and L2

~

80; f = 38.9MHz

Figure 4. Typical Application Circuit Diagram

12

12

rh

70

~ ,...-

1\

\

/

/

50

/

1/
,/

1\

II

\

/

\

o

-4 -3 -2 -1 311.9 +1 +2 +3 +4
I (MHz)

-100
kHz

311.9

MHz

(OdB=100.V)
+100
kHz

Figure 5. AFC Output Voltage (V5-13) as a Function of the Frequency

January 14, 1987

/

30

7-7

10

o

20

40

60

V",. (dB)

Figure 6. Signal-to-Noise Ratio as a
Function of the Input Voltage (V 1-16)

TDA2541

Signetics

Video IF/ AFT
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA2541 is an IF amplifier and
demodulator circuit for color and blackand-white television receivers using PNP
tuners.

• Gain-controlled wide-band
amplifier, providing complete IF
gain
• Synchronous demodulator
• White spot Inverter
• Video preamplifier with noise
protection
• AFC circuit which can be
switched on/off by a DC level,
e.g., during tuning
• AGC circuit with noise gating
• Tuner AGC output (PNP tuners)
• VCR switch, which switches off
the video output; e.g., for
insertion of a VCR playback
signal

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

TUNERAClC

4

AFCSWIN

6

DEMODtJl~

1

Vee

10

~~ODCOIL

REF AMP
REF AMP
TUNEDCIR -,,_ _ _......-- TUNEDClR

lOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Black/white and color TV
receivers
• Video cassette recorders (VCRs)
• CATV converters

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
16·Pin Plastic DIP (SOT·38)

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°C to + 60°C

TDA2541 N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vce

Supply voltage

V4 -

Tuner AGC voltage

13

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

12

V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

900

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +60

°C

December 2, 1986

7-8

853· 1059 86703

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2541

Video IF/AFT

BLOCK DIAGRAM

r;-ilo-!!

-

-

.r- 13

;-fl- 8

15

;-il-

>
,.
f--o.

t-

r- I ~

REFERENCE
AMPUFIER

~

10

~

AFC
SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULAlOR

I-

f-

AFC
OUTPUT

--~

t
...

1

~

~

IF INPUT

GAIN
CONTROLLED

IFAMPUFIER

18

-

' - .....

......

--

-

SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULATOR

VIDEO
PREAMPUA:A

8

'1

12

I-

......
~

TUNER
AGe
OUTPUT

TIIA3IWO
TDA3541

AGC DETECTORI
NOISE INVERTER

4

.---~

I

December 2, 1986

3

WHITE SPOT

INVERTER

14

+ TUNERAGe
TAKIOOVER

1

'--

-

I I

7-9

tIVCR

AFC
OUTPUT

AFC

swm:H

I~

~

5

VIDEO
OUTPUT

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2541

Video IF/AFT

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Measured in Figure 4) TA = 25°C; V11 -13 = 12V; f = 38.9MHz. unless otherwise
specified.

SYMBOL

LIMITS

PARAMETER

UNIT

Vee

Supply voltage range

Vl - 16(RMS)

IF input voltage for onset of AGC (RMS value)

IZ l-161

Differential input impedance CL 2PF

V12 - 13

Zero-signal output level

V12-13

Top sync output level

Ay

IF voltage gain control range

Min

Typ

Max

10.2

12.0

13.2

V

100

150

IN

2

2.9

BW

Bandwidth of video amplifier (3dB)

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio at VI

dG
dop

3.07

Vl
3.2

V

64

dB

6

MHz

58

dB 2

Differential gain

4
10

%
%

Differential phase

2
10

= 10mV

Intermodulation at 1.1 MHz: blue 1
yellow 1
at 3.3MHz2

46
46
46

60
50
54

dB
dB
dB

4

30

mV

2nd harmonic of carrier at video output

20

30

mV

White spot inverter threshold level (Figure 3)

6.6

V

White spot insertion level (Figure 3)

4.7

V

Noise inverter threshold level (Figure 3)

1.8

V

Noise insertion level (Figure 3)

3.8

Carrier signal at video output

V14-13

External video switch (VCR) switches off the output at:

14

Tuner AGC output current range

V4-13

Tuner AGC output voltage at 14 = 10mA

14

Tuner AGC output leakage current V14 - 13

AVS-13

Maximum AFC output voltage swing

Af

Detuning for AFC output voltage swing of 10V

0

= 11V;

VS-13

AFC zero-signal output voltage (minimum gain)

VS-13

AFC switches on ,,\:

VS-13

AFC switches off at:

10

4

V

10

mA
V

15

p.A

100

200

kHz

6

8

V

1.5

V

11

V

3.2

Vo black-ta-white
VN(RMS) at B ~ 5MHz

December 2, 1986

V
1.1

0.3
V4 - 13 = 12V

NOTES:
1. So-called 'projected zero point', e.g., with switched demodulator.

2. SIN ~

kn

6 ±0.3

7·10

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2541

Video IF/AFT

-3.2dB
-10dB
-13.2dB

-13.2dB
SPECTRUM FOR
YELLOW

-30dB

1
sc

CC

SPECTRUM FOR
BWE

-30dB

I

sc

PC

CC

PC
OPl6040S

Figure 1. Input Conditions for Intermodulatlon Measurements; Standard Color Bar With 75% Contrast

PC
GENERAlOR
38.8MHz

sc
GENERAlOR
33.4MHz

+
CC
GENERAlOR
34.5MHz

ATTENUAlOR

J

r--

TEST
CIRCUIT

i

r--

SPECTRUM
ANALYZER

O+12V

MANUAL GAIN CONTROL:
ADJUSTED FOR BWE: Vd ." =4V

8DOB250S

NOTES:
1. 20 log

Vo at 4.4MHz
Vo at 1.1MHz

+ 3.6dB

Vo at 4.4MHz
2. 20 log

Vo at 3.SMHz

Figure 2. Test Setup for Intermodulatlon

December 2, 1986

7-11

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2541

Video IF/AFT

WHV:R~~~~~i~--6~~~-------------------i
ZERO-SIONAL LEVEL, __ 5.7 6
WHITE LEVEL (CCIR)

WHITESParINs~~~ -4.7~~+--------------:::::_""LI
NOISE INSERTION LEVEL - - U

lOP SYNC LEVEL -

3.07 -

3+----.......

T1ME

Figure 3. Video Output Waveform Showing White Spot and Noise Inverter Threshold Levels

+12V

+2BV

~~
r+-;

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Uk

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270k

1k

eak

47k

2.2M

----+------+---6----+

+---i---+--......-""""-......- - - - - - TUNINOVOIl"AOE

TUNERAOC __

t------------------()
330

IF INPUT

TDA2541

UnF

16

lOnF

15

14

56pF

12

11

10

o-jt-t--'
1'1PF

t---t---<> +12V

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Figure 4. Typical Application Circuit Diagram; Q of L 1 and L2 '" 80; fo

December 2, 1986

7-12

=38.9MHz

AFCSWITCH

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2541

Video IF/AFT

12

Ir

12

h

70

\,

J
lL

V

/

'(MHZ)

,

-100
kHz

S8.8
MHz

/
(OdB=1OO"V)
+100
kHz

Figure 5. AFC Output Voltage (V5 -13) as a Function of the Frequency

December 2, 1986

7-13

/

so

\

'-

-4 -3 -2 -1 S8.8 +1 +2 +3 +4

~

L

50

1\

lL
o

nl,

11

10

o

eo

Figure 6. Signal-to-Noise Ratio as a
Function of the Input Voltage (VI-IS)

TDA2549

Signetics

Multistandard Video
IFjDemodulator
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TDA2549 is a complete IF circuit
with AFC, AGC, demodulation, and video preamplification facilities for multistandard television receivers. It is capable
of handling positively and negatively
modulated video signals in both color
and black/white receivers.

FEATURES
• Gain-controlled wide-band
amplifier providing complete IF
gain
• Synchronous demodulator for
positive and negative modulation
• Video preamplifier with noise
protection for negative
modulation

• Auxiliary video input and output
(75S'2)
• Video switch to select between
auxiliary video input signal and
demodulated video signal
• AFC circuit with on/off switch
and Inverter switch
• AGC circuit for positive
modulation (mean level) and
negative modulation (noise gate)
• AGC output for controlling
MOSFET tuners

APPLICATIONS
• NTSC/PAL/SECAM TV receiver/
monitors
• Multlstandard VCR
• CATV converters

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

~f~PIN

VIDEO
PREAMP OUT
MOD
POLARITYSW
OND
(SUBSTRATE)

24
23 VlDEOSW
ENABLE

lOPSYNDET

4

Vee

FBDECOUP

5

AFCDEMOD
COIL
18

¥U~J>CIR

18 ¥U"ll'fJ>CIR
FBDECOUP

8

TUNERAOC
TAKEOVER

AO~~Wl10
LEVE~'ifJ: 11
VlD~~ 12

17

~ODCOIL

1

AFCINVSW

15 AFCOUT

AUX
VIDEO OUT

TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

24-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-lOlA)

TDA2549N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION

RATING

UNIT

13.8

V

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·C

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +70

·C

Vee

Supply voltage (Pins 13 and 21)

TSTG
TA

December 2. 1986

7-14

853-1060 86703

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2549

Multistandard Video

BLOCK DIAGRAM

Me

INVERTER

tl.+ ::
11

FROM PIN 1

r

_-'"+-1

l~j
INPUTI~_
IF

-

POSITIVE
MODULAnON

~

___4-____

?b

"Fe SWi1CH

"r" ~r-~~

~

____

~-4

____-+________________ ______
~'0

~~~

AGC

--

i---_
IF
AMPLIFIER

REFERENCE
AMPLIFIER

:---2..-

t

t

AFe
DEMODULATOR

----

"Fe

OUTPUT
AMPLlFI~

SYNCHRONOUS
DEMODULATOR

AUXILIARY
VIDEO INPUT

-IlL...!!. '"'"

,-

AUXILIARY
VIDEO INPUT

!

AMPUFI~

r--..........--l---------------422~---........

AGe

VIDEO
PREAMPLIFIER

NOISE
INVERTER

VIDEO

OUTPUT

VIDEO OUTPUT
AMPUFI~

AUXlUARY

1C

AUXlUARY

VIDEO OUTPUT I - - - - - - - - - - - + - W l r -......... VIDEO
AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT

1

201

l"-"'W'II-'" PlN~"""'"~+--'\M-+

I

I

I
"""""

December 2, 1986

7-15

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA2549

Multistandard Video

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Measured in Figure 4) Vcc = 12V; TA = 2SoC, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

Min
10.8

Typ

Max

12

13.2

Vcc

Supply voltage range

Icc

Supply current (Pins 13 and 21)

82

V
mA

IF input signal for Vo = 2V (between Pins 6 and 7)

SO

Input impedance (differential)

2

kn

CS-7

Input capacitance (differential)

2

pF

V22-3
V22-3

Zero signal output level
Positive modulation
Negative modulation

1.6
3.7

V22-3

Top sync output level

Av

Gain control range

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio at VI

V23-3(P-P)

Maximum video output amplitude for positive modulation
(peak-to-peak value)

VI

= VS-7

Iz6 _ 7 1

= 10mV1

BW

Bandwidth of video amplifier (3dB)

dG

Differential gain at Vo = 2V

d",

Differential phase at Vo

V24 -'3(RMS)

Residual carrier signal (RMS value)

1S0

2
4

2.3
4.3

1.7

2

2.3

SO

74

dB

SO

S7

dB

4.S

= 2V

Residual second harmonic of carrier signal (RMS value)

V15 - 3

AFC output voltage swing

df

Change of frequency required for AFC output voltage swing of 10V
AFC switch off for a voltage lower than:

V1S- 3
V16 - 3

AFC inverter switch
positive AFC (Figure 1)
negative AFC (Figure 2)

V

MHz

4

10

2

10

%

10

20

mV

20

60

mV

70

200

kHz

1.S

V

1.S
12

V
V

1S

MA

0.3
3

V
mV
mV

O.S

dB

10

V17-3

V
V

V
S.S

V24-3(RMS)

MV

%

V

0
4

Tuner AGe

110

Leakage current

V10-3
VI
VI

Saturation voltage
110 = 0.3mA
take-over point Low
take-over point High

dV22_3

Signal expansion at Av

V22-3
V22-3
V22 - 3
V22-3

Negative modulation (Figure 3)
white spot inverter threshold level
white spot insertion level
noise inverter threshold level
noise insertion level

0.1
10

= SOdB
4.6
3.2
0.9
2.S

V11 - 3

Positive modulation AGe detector reference level

V12 - 3

Auxiliary video input signal for VO(P-P)

V14 -3
V14 - 3
IZ14-31

Auxiliary video output
output signal 2
top sync level
output impedance

December 2, 1986

= 2V

7-16

V
V
V
V

3.0

3.2

3.4

V

0.7

1

1.4

V

1

1
2
7

3

V
V
n

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Multistandard Video

TDA2549

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) (Measured in Figure 4) Vee = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

V2 _3
V2_3
V23 -3

V23-3

Levels for video switches
positive video
negative video
internally demodulated signal
auxiliary video signal

NOTES:
1. Signal-Io-noise ralio SIN

Vo black-Io-while

=

VN(RMS)

Typ

Max
1

V

1

V
V
V

3
3

.

al B - 5MHz

2. Measured in applicalion of Figure 4.

12

12

I

'-"1

--,

/
'r--..,

V

/

'\

/

\
o

l - f-

• (MHz)

Figure 1. AFC Output Voltage V 15-3 for Positive AFC

Figure 2. AFC Output Voltage V15 _ 3 for Negative AFC

WHf:R~c:,rJ~~~~~ -4.8-+---------,
4

WHITESPOTINSE~O: _ 3.2-;;3-1=--11-------7"0..
NOISE INSERnoN LEVEL

-2.5-+----'==t--F=:O""......

lOP SYNC LEVEL - - 2

1---- 1-

nME

Figure 3_ Video Output Waveform Showing White Spot and Noise Inverter
Threshold Levels

December 2, 1986

~

-4 -3 -2 -1 38.9 +1 +2 +3 +4

-4 -3 -2 -132.7 +1 +2 +3 +4
MHz

~:~~~~--

......

7-17

II

Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

Multistandard Video

TDA2549

APPLICATION INFORMATION
TUNER AUXILIARY
ABC VIDEO INPUT

IF INPUT

~-=~'ftJ:J.J:

~

lOOk

lOOk

':'

SIlk

22nF

+

47.F

FROM PIN 11

~

4.7nF

lOPlNl

22k

e

10

11

+

1

12

22 F
•

TIIA2548

24

22

21

I'

20

18

17

18

15

14

150pF

13

ee

AUXlUARY

~---+--~~-oViDEO

r

120pF

OUTPUT
lOOnF

':' lOOk

lk

VIDEO
SWllCII

lOOk

1
':'

--~----~--~~--~+~----------~~----~--r---------~-+UV

J.

ee.F
AFCOUTPUT

VIDEO OUTPUT

t

T019911S

Figure 4. Application Diagram

December 2. 1986

7·18

Signetics

Section 8
Sound IF and Special Audio
Decoding

Linear Products

INDEX
TBA120
TDA2545A
TDA2546A
TDA2555

IF Amplifier and Demodulator................................................
Quasi-Split Sound IF System.................................. ..............
Quasi-Split Sound IF and Sound Demodulator..........................
Dual TV Sound Demodulator ................................................

8-3
8-8
8-11
8-15

TBA120U

Signetics

Sound IF Amplifier/
Demodulator for TV
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TBA120U is an IF amplifier with a
symmetrical FM demodulator and an AF
amplifier with adjustable output voltage.
The AF amplifier is also provided with an
output for volume control and an input
for VCR operation.
The input and output of the TBA 120U
are especially designed for LC circuits,
but the input can also be used with a
ceramic filter.

FEATURES
• Outstanding limiting
• AF Input
• Few external components
• DC volume control

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
GND(SUB) 1
1

APPLICATIONS
• Black/white and color TV
receivers
• Video cassette recorders (VCRs)
• CATV converters

AFINPlIT

3

VREF -4.8V

4

~~~

FEEDBACK

IFOUTPlIT

IF OUTPlIT 8

9 QUAD INPUT

QUAD INPlIT _1"'L-_ _ _J"8- AF OllTPUT(ADJ)

lOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

o to +70·C

TBA120UN

14·Pin Plastic DIP (SOT·27K)

•

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
RATING

UNIT

VCC=V11 .1

SYMBOL

Power voltage (Pin 11)

PARAMETER

18

VI

V5 - 1

Adjustment voltage (Pin 5)

6

V

400

mW

1

kn

PTOT

Total power dissipation

R13-14

Bypass resistance

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-15 to +70

·C

I

NOTE:
1. Supply voltage operating range is 10 to 18V.

December 2, 1986

8-3

853·1 058 86703

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TBA120U

Sound IF Amplifier/Demodulator for 1V

BLOCK DIAGRAM

~

______________________+-__________________

12

~~~~AFO~~

8

+-~-~-

14
TBA120U

3.8V
2

x

13

..n-II10

December 2, 1988

9

8-4

AF~~

(ADJUSTABLE)

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TBA120U

Sound IF Amplifier/Demodulafor for TV

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C; f = 5.5MHz, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
UNIT

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Min

AVIF6-14

IF voltage gain

VI

Input voltage starting limiting at Ll.f

Vo IF

(P-P)

± 50kHz; fM

= 500p.V;

IF residual voltage without de-emphasis
at Pin 12
at Pin 8

Av AFa-3

AF voltage gain

Ll.Vo AF

AF adjustment at R4-S

Ll.Vo AF

AF output voltage control range

R4-S

Adjustment resistor1

V12-1
Va_l
Ro 12-1
Ro a-l
R13_1

= VAEF

= 1kHz

30

IF output voltage at limiting (peak-to-peak value)

VIF12
VIFa

V4-1

Max

dB

68

=

AM suppression at Ll.f = ± 50kHz; VI
fM = 1kHz; m = 30%



o--f--+--rl~

13

NOTE:
1. IF signal: vision carrier (Ve) and sound carrier (SC),

January 14, 1987

8-8

853-1148 87196

Procuct Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA2545A

Quasi-Split-Sound Circuit

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

Vcc

Supply voltage (Pin 11)

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

UNIT

13.2

V

-65 to + 150

°C

o to +70

°C

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured at Ivc = 38.9MHz, ISC1 = 33.4MHz,
fsc2 = 33.158MHz:
Vision carrier (VC) modulated with 2T /20T pulses, line-lor-line alternating with white
bars; modulation depth 100% (proportional to 10% residual carrier).
Sound carriers (SC1, SC2) modulated with I = 1kHz and Lli = ± 30kHz.
Vision-to-sound carrier ratios are VCSC1 = 13dB and VCSC2 = 20dB.
Vision carrier amplitude (RMS value) is Vvc = 10mV.
For measuring circuit see Figure 1, unless otherwise specilied.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

12

13.2

Supply (Pin 11)
Vcc

= 111

Supply voltage

10.8

V

Supply current

42

mA

VVC1 -16(RMS)

Minimum input voltage (RMS value)
(intercarrier signals -3dB)

50

p.V

VVC1 -16(RMS)

Maximum input voltage (RMS value)
(intercarrier signals + 1dB

100

mV

Icc

IF amplifier

LlGv

IF control range

66

V3- 13

Control voltage range

4

dB

R1-16

Input resistance

2

kn

C1- 16

Input capacitance

2

pF

9

V

Intercarrier generation
V12 -13(RMS)

Output voltage; 5.5MHz (RMS value)

100

mV

V12 -13(RMS)

Output voltage; 5.742MHz (RMS value)

45

mV

V12 -13

DC output voltage

5.9

R12 - 13

Allowable load resistance at the output

-112

Allowable output current

V

7

kn
1

mA

Intercarrier signal-la-noise (measured behind the FM demodulators)

S+W/W
S+W/W

S+W/W
S+W/W

January 14, 1987

Signal-to-weighted-noise ratio
according to CCIR 468-2, quasi-peak
at 5.5MHz
at 5.742MHz
with black level (vision carrier
modulated with sync pulses only)
at 5.5MHz
at 5.742MHz

8-9

53
51

dB
dB

60
58

dB
dB

I

Signetlcs .Linear Products

Product Specification

Quasi-Split-Sound Circuit

TDA2545A

TO FM DEMODULATORS
5.5MHz

5.742MHz

IFINPlJ1i1l

Vee
16

4.7nF

15

11

TDA2545A

68pF

38.9MHz

(0=401

NOTES:
Pins 4, 5, e, 7, 10 and 14 not connected.
1. IF signal: vision carrier (Ve) and sound carrier (SC)

Figure 1. Measuring Circuit for TDA2545A

January 14, 1987

8-10

Ll

TDA2546A

Signetics

Quasi-Split-Sound IF With
Sound Demodulator
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA2546A is a monolithic integrated circuit for quasi-split-sound processing, including 5.5MHz demodulation, in
television receivers.

First IF (VC: vision carrier plus SC:
sound carrier)
• 3-stage, gain-controlled IF
amplifier

PIN CONFIGURATION

• AGe circuit
• Reference amplifier and limiter
amplifier for vision carrier (VC)
processing
• Linear multiplier for quadrature
demodulation
Second IF (5.5MHz signal)
• a-stage limiter amplifier
• Quadrature demodulator
• AF amplifier with de-emphasis
• AV switch

N Package

FB DECOUP

2

AGCCAP

3

MUTING IN

4

15 Vee

AF
DE·EMPHASIS

,.

::g~~g~'m'ER

~~gJfup

AUDIO OUT

6

13

QUAD COIL

7

12 SOUND IF IN

QUAD COIL

6

DEMOD
TUNEDCIR

11
10

'---_--.J~

~~~gb"up
~9:~JlCIR

TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Television stereo MTS receiver
• Video cassette recorder with
MTS stereo

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

o to +70·C

TDA2546AN

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-l02CS)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Vee

Supply voltage (Pin 15)

liN

Input current (Pin 4)

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

February 12, 1987

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

5

mA

-25 to +150

·C

o to +70

·C

8-11

853-1182 87565

...ID
0
":;:

~
c-

o

.,2

-<

38.9MHz

"MHz

6

-'"
CD

ex>

'"

$

V+

Yl5

10

0

!:)

::D
)0

i:

'"

D

i'i
:;J

atn

0

c:

~

C
4mA
.12V
100j.lF

+~
16

10

9 "::'

VIDEOIHPUT

1/1/

~-r....:;+--t HO':~~~TAL
1k

SEPARATOR

J):.150 pF

r

100,1lF

VCR

18

13

NOISE
INVERTER

COINCIOENCE

_~~T!~.?~_
VIDEO
TRANSMITTER
IDENTIFICATION

12k

TDA25nA

TO PIN 10
(+12V)

I

680nF

3.9

220k

.26V
VERTICAL FREQUENCY
ADJUSTMENT

January 14, 1987

'4

17

3 100 k

InF

6.8k

...r--A--"L

SANDCASTLE
VERTICAe VERTICAL OUTPUT PULSE

FEEDBACK

9·4

DRIVE

I

41nF
HORIZONTAL FLYBACK-=
PULSE

Signetics linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2577A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

COINCIDENCE DETECTOR

VERTICAL DRIVE
TOA3651

+12 V
-tS.7V

(PIN 1)

.7

6.8 k 1

~'0nF

6.2k

I

---~------=:----~-------~
VERTICAL COMPARATOR
I

r -------------------------SANDCASTLE PULSE GENERATOR

4.7k

veRTICAL
FEEDBACK

17

2.7k

_rA-'\...

..f"1.9nF

SANDCASTLE
OUTPUT PULSE

220k

I

i
i
----------------------------1
VERTICAL SYNC SEPARATOR

,.1'6>2mA

START CIRCUIT STABILIZER

•

100

J"F

I

+12V

I
I
I

6.5 V

COMPOSITE'I
SYNC

I

I

i

+12V
(PIN 10)

r---------------------------

,

HORIZONTAL OSCILLATOR

I
I

'6'

~--~.

i

i
23k

i

---..:::--------:---------------.1-------- ~ __ ...::. _____________ _
HORIZONTAL
FREQ.AOJ.

Figure 1_ TDA2577A Circuit Diagram

January 14, 1987

9-5

•

i

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2577A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

,..,...
---------------------------~---------------------------VIDEO INPUT/NOISE INVERTER
.4 V DURING
PHASE DETECTOR '
4. Depends on DC level at Pin 5; value given applicable for V5 _ 9 ~ 5V.

January 14, 1987

9-9

3
5.8

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2577A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

APPLICATION INFORMATION
The TDA2577A generates the signal for driving the horizontal deflection output circuit. It
also contains a synchronized vertical sawtooth generator for direct drive of the vertical
deflection output stage.
The horizontal oscillator and output stage can
start operating on a very low supply current
(116;;' 4mA), which can be taken directly from
the supply line. Therefore, it is possible to
derive the main supply (Pin 10) from the
horizontal deflection output stage. The duty
factor of the horizontal output signal is about
65 % during the starting-up procedure. After
starting up, the second phase detector ('1'2) is
activated to control the timing of the negativegoing edge of the horizontal output signal.

IN-SYNC CONDITION

SLOW

1;'1

- - NORMAL MODE

_

",FAST_

"'SLOW}

4'1 FAST VCR MODE;

WITH MUTE FUNCTION

NOISE ONLY

Figure 2. Voltage Levels at Pin 18 (V18-9)

The slicing level of the horizontal sync separator is independent of the amplitude of the
sync pulse at the input. The resistor between
Pins 6 and 7 determines its value. A 4.7kil
resistor gives a slicing level at the middle of
the sync pulse. The nominal top sync level at
the input is 3.W. The amplitude selective
noise inverter is activated at a level of O. 7V.

waveform with its rising edge refering to the
top of the horizontal oscillator signal. In the
second loop, the phase of the flyback pulse is
compared to another reference waveform,
the timing of which is such that the top of the
flyback pulse is situated symmetrically on the
horizontal blanking interval of the video signal. Therefore, the first loop can be designed
for a good noise immunity, whereas the
second loop can be as fast as desired for
compensation of switch-off delays in the
horizontal output stage.

Good stability is obtained by means of the
two control loops. In the first loop, the phase
of the horizontal sync signal is compared to a

The first phase detector is gated with a pulse
derived from the horizontal oscillator Signal.
This gating (slow time constant) is switched

A bandgap reference voltage (6.5V) is provided for supply and reference of the vertical
oscillator and comparator stage.

FAST MODE;

~ WITHOUT MUTE FUNCTION

off during catching. Also, the output current of
the phase detector is increased fivefold during the catching time and VCR conditions
(fast time constant). The first phase detector
is inhibited during the retrace time of the
vertical oscillator.
The in-sync, out-of-sync, or no-video condition is detected by the video transmitter
identification/coincidence detector circuit
(Pin 18). The voltage on Pin 18 defines the
time constant and gating of the first phase
detector. The relationship between this voltage and the various switching levels is shown
in Figure 2. The complete survey of the
switching actions is given in Table 1.

Table 1. Switching Levels at Pin 18
FIRST PHASE DETECTOR '1'1
VOLTAGE AT
PIN 18

Time Constant

MUTE OUTPUT
AT PIN 13
RECEIVING CONDITIONS

Gating
On

Slow
7.5V
7.5 to
3.5 to
1.2 to
0.1 to
1.7 to

3.5V
1.2V
O.W
1.7V
5.0V

5.0 to 7.5V
8.7V

Fast

X
X

On

Off

X
X
X

X
X

*
X

X
X
X

X
X
X

*
X

X
X
X

X

X
X

Off

X
X

X

Video signal detected
Video signal detected
Video signal detected
Noise only
New video Signal detected
Horizontal oscillator locked
VCR playback with mute function
Horizontal oscillator locked
VCR playback without mute function

Where: " .. 3 vertical periods.

The stability of displayed video information
(e.g., channel number) during noise-only conditions is improved by the first phase detector
time constant being set to slow.
The average voltage level of the video input
on Pin 5 during noise-only conditions should
not exceed 5.5V. Otherwise, the time constant switch may be set to fast due to the
average voltage level on Pin 18 dropping
below O.W. When the voltage on Pin 18
drops below 100mV, a counter is activated
which sets the time constant switch to fast,
January 14, 1987

and not gated for 3 vertical periods. This
condition occurs when a new video signal is
present at Pin 5. When the horizontal oscillator is locked, the voltage on Pin 18 increases.
Nominally, a level of 5V is reached within
15ms (1 vertical period). The mute switching
level of 1.2V is reached within 5ms
(C18 = 47nF). If the video transmitter identification circuit is required to operate under
VCR playback conditions, the first phase
detector can be set to fast by connecting a
resistor of 180kil between Pin 18 and

9-10

ground. Also, a current of 0.6mA into Pin 13
sets the first phase detector to fast without
affecting the mute output function (active
High with no video signal detected). For VCR
playback without mute function, the first
phase detector can be set to fast by connecting a resistor of I kil to the supply (Pin 10).
The supply for the horizontal oscillator (Pin
15) and horizontal output stage (Pin 11) is
derived from the voltage at Pin 16 during the
start condition. The horizontal output signal
starts at a nominal supply current into Pin 16

Signetics linear Products

Product Specification

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

of 3.5mA, which will result in a supply voltage
of about 5.5V (for guaranteed operation of all
devices 1'6 > 4mA). It is possible that the
main supply voltage at Pin lOis OV during
starting, so the main supply of the Ie can be
taken from the horizontal deflection output
stage. The start of the other Ie functions
depends on the value of the main supply
voltage at Pin 10. At 5.5V, all Ie functions
start operating except the second phase
detector (oscillator to flyback pulse). The
output voltage of the second phase detector
at Pin 14 is clamped by means of an internally-loaded NPN emitter-follower. This ensures
that the duty factor of the horizontal output
signal (Pin 11) remains at about 65%. The
second phase detector will close if the supply
voltage at Pin 10 reaches 8.8V. At this value,
the supply current for the horizontal oscillator
and output stage is delivered by Pin 10, which
also causes the voltage at Pin 16 to change
to a stabilized B.7V. This change switches off
the NPN emitter-follower at Pin 14 and activates the second phase detector. The supply
voltage for the horizontal oscillator will, however, still be referred to the stabilized voltage
at Pin 16, and the duty factor of the output
signal at Pin 12 is at the value required by the
delay at the horizontal deflection stage. Thus,
switch-off delays in the horizontal output

stage are compensated. When no horizontal
flyback Signal is detected, the duty factor of
the horizontal output signal is 50 %.
Horizontal picture shift is possible by externally charging or discharging the 47nF capacitor
connected to Pin 14.
The Ie also contains a synchronized vertical
oscillator/sawtooth generator. The oscillator
Signal is connected to the internal comparator
(the other side of which is connected to Pin 2)
via an inverter and amplitude divider stage.
The output of the comparator drives an emitter-follower output stage at Pin 1. For a linear
sawtooth in the oscillator, the load resistor at
Pin 3 should be connected to a voltage
source of 26V or higher. The sawtooth amplitude is not influenced by the main supply at
Pin 10. The feedback signal is applied to Pin 2
and compared to the sawtooth signal at Pin 3.
For an economical feedback circuit with less
picture bounce, the sawtooth signal is internally precorrected by 3% (convex) referred to
Pin 2. The linearity of the vertical deflection
current depends upon the oscillator signal at
Pin 3 and the feedback signal at Pin 2.
Synchronization of the vertical oscillator is
inhibited when the mute output is present at
Pin 13.

VIDEO SIGNAL
(PINS)

IP1 DETECTOR

OUTPUT CURRENT
(PINS)
HORIZONTAL
OSCILLATOR SIGNAL
{PIN IS)
HORIZONTAL
OUTPUT SIGNAL
(PIN 11)

SWITCH-OFF DELAY
HORIZONTAL OUTPUT STAGE
FLYBACK PULSE
(PIN 12)
""DETECTOR
OUTPUT CURRENT
(PIN 14)

SANDCASTLE
PULSE
(PIN 17)

Figure 3_ Timing Diagram of the TDA2577A

January 14, 1987

9-11

TDA2577A

To minimize the influence of the horizontal
part on the vertical part, a 6.SV bandgap
reference source is provided for supply and
reference of the vertical oscillator and comparator.
The sandcastle pulse, generated at Pin 17,
has three different voltage levels. The highest
level (11V) can be used for burst gating and
black level clamping. The second level (4.6V)
is obtained from the horizontal flyback pulse
at Pin 12 and used for horizontal blanking.
The third level (2.SV) is used for vertical
blanking and is derived by counting the horizontal frequency pulses. For SOHz, the blanking pulse duration is 21 lines and for 60Hz it is
17 lines. The blanking pulse duration is set by
the negative voltage value of the horizontal
flyback pulse at Pin 12.
The Ie also incorporates a vertical guard
circuit which monitors the vertical feedback
signal at Pin 2. If this level is below 3V or
higher than S.8V, the guard circuit will insert a
continuous level of 2.SV into the sandcastle
output signal. This will result in complete
blanking of the screen if the sandcastle pulse
is used for blanking in the TV set.

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

TDA2577 A

HORIZONTAL
FLYBACK
HORIZONTAL
+12 V
DRIVE

SANDCAST\.E PULSE

1\

MUTE

>O.2mA

r-

r-_+-----4--~--~<4~.0~mA~--_+--------------~~~_t----O~
+12 V

-f1
. L. ~4.7k

VCR).

1k

10

6.8
k

-

¥w!:J;

12

12

11

>4mA

114

13

115

16

220

17

TDA2577A

5

4

~l.: ~e- ~.
*PF * " F

~J

J.'l

to ADJ.

nF~

22~ ~
foADJ.
(HORIZONTAL)

VERTICAL
FEEDBACK

VERTICAL
DRIVE

(VERTICAL)
VIDEO

+ FROM PINg
T0A3851

Figure 4. Typical Application Circuit Diagram; for Combination of the TDA2577A with the TDA3651 (see Figure 6)

F
33 k

TO PIN

180k

14~

TDA2577A

+12V

47k

Figure 5. Circuit Configuration at Pin 14 for Phase Adjustment

January 14, 1987

9-12

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2577A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

TOA3651

-¥

1
10 nF

~

3

1

. ,e .,1---

5

100p.F

6

1

390 PF L

6.8k

330

VE RTICAL DAIVE
(FAO M PIN 1 TDA2577A)

VERTICAL
DEFLECTION
COILS
AT1238120

G~

BAXI2A

47nF

Uk

47k

1k

VERTICAL FEEDBACK
(PIN 2 TOA2577A)

e

.

470

-=-

J:220.F

~LlNEAAITY

.

a

NC

>28 V
1.8k
SHIFT

27

6.8.F

1000JlF
(laV)

100

1.2

±3.enF
27k

AMPLITUDE

Figure 6. Typical Application Circuit Diagram of the TDA3651 (Vertical Output) When Used In Combination With the
TDA2577A (90°C Application)

January 14, 1987

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Signetics

Sync Circuit With Vertical
Oscillator and Driver
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TDA2578A separates the vertical
and horizontal sync pulses from the
composite TV video signal and uses
them to synchronize horizontal and vertical oscillators.

FEATURES
• Horizontal sync separator and
noise Inverter
• Horizontal oscillator
• Horizontal output stage
• Horizontal phase detector (syncto-OSCillator)
• Time constant switch for phase
detector (fast time constant
during catching)
• Slow time constant for noise-only
conditions
• Time constant externally
swltchable (e.g., fast for VCR)
• Inhibit of horizontal phase
detector and video transmitter
identification circuit during
vertical OSCillator flyback
• Second phase detector (<1'2) for
storage compensation of
horizontal deflection stage
• Sandcastle pulse generator (3
levels)
• Video transmitter identification
circuit
• Stabilizer and supply circuit for
starting the horizontal oscillator
and output stage directly from
the power line rectifier

• Duty factor of horizontal output
pulse is 50% when flyback pulse
is absent
• Vertical sync separator
• Bandgap 6.5V reference voltage
for vertical oscillator and
comparator
• Synchronized vertical OSCillator!
sawtooth generator
(synchronization inhibited when
no video transmitter is detected)
• Internal circuit for 6% parabolic
pre-correction of the oscillator!
sawtooth generator. Comparator
supplied with pre-corrected
sawtooth and external feedback
input
• Vertical driver stage
• Vertical blanking pulse generator
• 50!60Hz detector
• 50!60Hz identification output
• Automatic amplitude adjustment
for 60Hz
• Automatic adjustment of blanking
pulse duration (50Hz: 21 lines;
60Hz: 17 lines)
• Vertical guard circuit

PIN CONFIGURATION

VERTOUT

1

VERT
FEEDBACK

SANOCASTLE
PULSE OUT

VERTFREO
ADJ

STARTYIN

HORIZOSC

VERT SYNC
SEP
VIOEOIN

PHASEDET

5

2 OUT
XMIT10 OUTI

HORIZ

VCR SWITCH

SYNCSEP

HORIZ
SYNCSEP

PHASEOru~

8

12

FLYBK PULSE IN

11

HORIZOUT

Vee
TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Video terminals
• Television

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-102HE)

January 14, 1987

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°C to +65°C

TDA2578A

9-14

853·1147 87202

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TDA2578A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

BLOCK DIAGRAM
HORIZONTAL FREQUENCY
ADJUSTMENT

10jlF

+f-:L

30.

~TOPIN16

'---+""',.,"".-'VVI~

4.7/-1F

'16;' 4 rnA

15

+12V

100J.lF

2.7nF

q.

+~
16

10

9 ':'

VIDEO INPUT

~M""",--,+--I'" HOR~~~~TAL
1k

1SO

*PF

SEPARATOR

NOISE
INVERTER

(+12V)

17

3 lOOk

TO PIN 10

+

~'0jJ.F

680nF~

22.

•

+26V
VERTICAL FREQUENCY
ADJUSTMENT

January 14, 1987

:r

3.9

6.8k

J--A--'L

nF
_
SANDCASTLE
VERTICAL VERTICAL OUTPUT PULSE
FEEDBACK
DRIVE

9-15

14

"

,. 0.2 mA

~47nF

< 4.0 mA

A

HORIZONTAL FLYBACK
PULSE

•

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Product Specification

TDA2578A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

COINCIDENCE DETECTOR
VERTICAL DRIVE

+12V

+6.7 V

TDA3651
(PIN')

I

i

87

6.8k 1

~.onF

I,

6.2k

I

----~-----:----:::..-------~
VERTICAL COMPARATOR
I

r -------------------------SANOCASTLE PULSE GENERATOR

4.7 k
VERTICAL
FEEDBACK

.7

2.7k

...r-A_"L.

,fi.9nF

SANDCASTLE
OUTPUT PULSE

2201<

I
I

116>2mA

START CIRCUIT STABILIZER

'6-

i
----------------------------1i
VERTICAL SYNC SEPARATOR

+12V

I

I

6.5 V

i

••

COM;~~TEi

i

+12V

(PIN'O)

I·-·---·-;.~_;;~~T~~~;L~~;_--·-·--

i

58'

I

i

i
23.

i

___ 2 ________: _______________ j________ ~ ___ ..:______________ _

Figure 1a_ TDA2578A Circuit Diagram

January 14, 1987

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Product Specification

TDA2578A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

...,...,
"---·---;O~~I~-;U-T;~;;;~~R~;------!~;~;I~;-----;~~~;;;E~T~;;2---------

I

+12 V

VIDEO

,.

START-UP

i
COMPOSITE i
SYNC
i

INPUT

~4.7nF
OSC REF __

•

2.

14

PULSE

!HORIZONTAL
FLYBACK - - -

I

j
I

L.-.-.-.--=.-.-.-.-.-.~.-.-&

I
I
'- .-.;;-~,;;;~;:;':' ~;;~';:R~~~ -. -. -'-j

VIDEO TRANSMITTER IDENTIFICATION

MUTE OUTPUT

MUTE&:
50/60 Hz
IDENTIFICATION

I

+12 V

1~+---'+-_ _ _

i

~--.J

SO/50 Hz

L._._. _____ .~~T~._._._._._._.

4.7 k

0.2 TO 4 mA

HORIZONTAL FLYBACK

SYNC SLICER

12

+12 V
HORIZONTAL
OUTPUT
PROTECTION

COMPOSITE

HORIZONTAL
FlYBACK

SYNC

2k

82
_

_

2.2k

2.

.-.-.-.:.....-.--:~~~:!£R._.-.---.-1
SLOW PHASE DETECTOR ""'1
REFERENCE
VOLTAGE OV 2V

DSC REF ___._
PULSE

TO PIN 16

•

2k

FROM
SYNC

i

I

SANDCASTLE

~

~

~

(-.-.-.-.-;;-~;;;;~-;;~~~;~~.-.-.-.-.

11

HORIZOSC!
SYNC---

TQ PIN 16

I
I

47J..
nF

HORIZONTAL
DRIVE

15V

i

+12V

i
_ _
~
._._._._._._._._._._._._._-_.,._-_._._._-_._._._._._.-._.FLYBACK"

GROUND
TOA2S78A
SUPPLY SWITCH
L -____________________
~__________________
~

Figure 1b. TDA2578A Circuit Diagram

January 14, 1987

9-17

q

220JJF
10.

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Product Specification

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

TDA2578A

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

8

mA

116

Start current (Pin 16)

Vee = V10-9

Supply voltage (Pin 10)

13.2

V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

1.1

W

-55 to + 150

°C

-25 to +65

°C

50

°C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

OJA

Thermal resistance from junction to
ambient in free air

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

116 = 5mA; Vcc

= 12V;

TA

= 25'C,

unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Typ

Max

8.7

9.5

V

55

70

mA

10

12

13.2

V

V

Min
Supply
116

Supply current at Pin 16

4

V16-9

Stabilized supply voltage (Pin 16)

8

110

Supply current (Pin 10)

Vce = V1O-9

Supply voltage (Pin 10)

8

mA

Video input (Pin 5)
VS_9

Top-sync level

VS-9(P_P)

Sync pulse amplitude (peak-to-peak value) 1
Slicing level

t1

1.5

3.1

3.75

0.15

0.6

1

V

35

50

65

%

Delay between video input and detector output

0.35

p.s

Noise gate (Pin 5)
VS-9

Switching level

0.7

1

V

1100

Hz

First control loop (sync to oscillator; Pin 8)
tof

Holding range

tof

Catching range

±800
600

Control sensitivity video with respect to oscillator, burst key, and
flyback pulse
for slow time constant
for fast time constant

800

kHz/p.s
kHz/p.s

1
2.75

Second control loop (horizontal output to flyback; Pin 14)
toto/ toto

Control sensitivity; static2

to

Control range

400
1

p.s/p.s
45

p.s

Controlled edge (positive)
Phase adjustment (via 2nd control loop; Pin 14)
Control sensitivity
±114

p.A

25

Maximum permissible control current

50

p.A

Horizontal oscillator (Pin 15)
fosc

Frequency (no sync)

tofosc

Frequency spread (Cose = 2.7nF; Rose = 33kil; no sync)

tofosc

Frequency deviation between starting point of output signal and
stabilized condition

TC
January 14, 1987

Hz

15625

6

10- 4

Temperature coefficient

9-18

4

%

8

%
°C

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

TDA2578A

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) 116 = 5mA; Vee = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Max

Typ

Horizontal output (Pin 11)
Vll _9

Output voltage; high level

Vl l - 9

Voltage at which protection starts

Vl1 -9
Vl1 _9

Output voltage; low level
start condition at 111 = 10mA
normal condition at 111 = 40mA

0
0

13

13.2

V

15.8

V

0.5
0.5

V
V

0.3
0.3

Duty factor of output signal during starting (no phase shift)
116 = 4mA (voltage at Pin 11 low)
Duty factor of output signal without flyback pulse

65
45

%

50

55

%

Controlled edge (positive)
Duration of output pulse (see Figure 3)

tD+ horizontal flyback pulse

Sandcastle output pulse (Pin 17)
V17-9
V17-9
V17_9
tp

t2

Output voltage during:
burst key
horizontal blanking
vertical blanking
Pulse duration
burst key
horizontal blanking (flyback pulse)3
vertical blanking
at 50Hz
at 60Hz

4.2
2

4.6
2.5

10
5
3

V
V
V

3.6

4

4.4

jJ.s

21 lines
17 lines

Delay between the start of the sync at the video input and the
rising edge of the burst key pulse

4.5

Coincidence detector; video transmitter identification circuit; time constant switches (Pin 18) (see also Figure 2)
±118

Detector output current

300

jJ.A

V18 - 9

Voltage during noise4

0.3

V

V18-9

Voltage level for in·sync condition

7.5

V18-9

Switching level slow to fast

3.2

3.5

3.8

V

V18-9
V18 -9

Switching level
mute function active;  4mA). It is possible that the
main supply voltage at Pin lOis OV during
starting, so the main supply of the IC can be
taken from the horizontal deflection output
stage. The start of the other IC functions
depends on the value of the main supply
voltage at Pin 10. At 5.5V, all IC functions

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Product Specification

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

start operating except the second phase
detector (oscillator to flyback pulse). The
output voltage of the second phase detector
at Pin 14 is clamped by means of an internally-loaded NPN emitter-follower. This ensures
that the duty factor of the horizontal output
signal (Pin 11) remains at about 6S%. The
second phase detector will close if the supply
voltage at Pin 10 reaches B.BV. At this value,
the supply current for the horizontal oscillator
and output stage is delivered by Pin 10, which
also causes the voltage at Pin 16 to change
to a stabilized B.7V. This change switches off
the NPN emitter-follower at Pin 14 and activates the second phase detector. The supply
voltage for the horizontal oscillator will, however, still be referred to the stabilized voltage
at Pin 16, and the duty factor of the output
signal at Pin 12 is at the value required by the
delay at the horizontal deflection stage. Thus,
switch-off delays in the horizontal output
stage are compensated. When no horizontal
flyback signal is detected, the duty factor of
the horizontal output signal is SO%.

Horizontal picture shift is possible by externally charging or discharging the 47nF capacitor
connected to Pin 14.
The IC also contains a synchronized vertical
oscillator/sawtooth generator. The oscillator
signal is connected to the internal comparator
(the other side of which is connected to Pin
2), via an inverter and amplitude divider
stage. The output of the comparator drives an
emitter-follower output stage at Pin 1. For a
linear sawtooth in the oscillator, the load
resistor at Pin 3 should be connected to a
voltage source of 26V or higher. The sawtooth amplitude is not influenced by the main
supply at Pin 10. The feedback signal is
applied to Pin 2 and compared to the sawtooth signal at Pin 3. For an economical
feedback circuit with less picture bounce, the
sawtooth signal is internally pre-corrected by
6% (convex) referred to Pin 2. The linearity of
the vertical deflection current depends upon
the oscillator signal at Pin 3 and the feedback
signal at Pin 2.
Synchronization of the vertical oscillator is
inhibited when the mute output is present at
Pin 13.
VIDEO SIGNAL
(PIN 5)

'" DETECTOR
OUTPUT CURRENT
(PIN 8)
HORIZONTAL
OSCILLATOR SIGNAL
(PIN 15)
HORIZONTAL
OUTPUT SIGNAL
(PIN 11)
SWITCH-OFF DELAY
HORIZDNTAL OUTPUT STAGE
FLYBACK PULSE
(PIN 12)

"'2 DETECTOR
OUTPUT CURRENT
(PIN 14)

SANDCASTLE
PULSE
(PIN 17)

Figure 3. Timing Diagram of the TDA2578A

January 14, 19B7

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TDA2578A

To minimize the influence of the horizontal
part on the vertical part, a 6.7V bandgap
reference source is provided for supply and
reference of the vertical oscillator and comparator.
The sandcastle pulse, generated at Pin 17,
has three different voltage levels. The highest
level (11 V) can be used for burst gating and
black level clamping. The second level (4.6V)
is obtained from the horizontal flyback pulse
at Pin 12 and used for horizontal blanking.
The third level (2.SV) is used for vertical
blanking and is derived by counting the horizontal frequency pulses. For SO Hz the blanking pulse duration is 21 lines, and for 60Hz it
is 17 lines. The blanking pulse duration and
sawtooth amplitude is automatically adjusted
via the SO/60Hz detector.
The IC also incorporates a vertical guard
circuit which monitors the vertical feedback
signal at Pin 2. If this level is below 3.3SV or
higher than S.ISV, the guard circuit will insert
a continuous level of 2.SV into the sandcastle
output signal. This will result in complete
blanking of the screen if the sandcastle pulse
is used for blanking in the TV set.

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Product Specification

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

TDA2578A

APPLICATION INFORMATION (Continued)
---------------------------------------------------------------,
HORIZONTAL
SANDCASTLE PULSE

FLYBACK
HORIZONTAL
+12V

DRIVE

1\

:~:~~:

MUTE AND
50/60 HZ
IDENTIFICATION

+

r-

r-~r-----~--~--t-~~~--~----------------~~~r_+_----O

15.

-flL... R:47 k

ft

6 .•

•

10

11

30 •

2.7

> 4mA

ft.

T ------I J. ~F
nF

12

nF

114

13

115

V'

220

17

16

TOA2578A

7 4.7 k

4.7 ),IF

820

.2

~r---: +10
I"F

6

5

,.

100

150 +

10

680

JPF"J; "F nF

56.

*

•

22~ ~

~J

j

J

to ADJ.

10 ADJ.
(HORIZONTAL)

(VERTICAL)

VERTICAL
FEEDBACK

VERTICAL
DRIVE

+26 V (1)

VIDEO

NOTE:

1. # 26V for linear scan.

Figure 4. Typical Application Circuit Diagram; for Application of the TDA2578A With the TDA3651 - See Figure 7

r

,.

33.

TO PIN

180 k

14~

TDA2578A

+12V

41k

TOP1N~
,.
TDA2578A

,~1~O~

11oonF~

NOTES,
1kS1 resistor between Pin 18 and + 12V: without

mute function.
180kn between Pin 18 and ground: with mute
function.

Figure 5. Circuit Configuration at
Pin 14 for Phase Adjustment

January 14. 1987

Figure 6. Circuit Configuration at
Pin 18 for VCR Mode

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Product Specification

TDA2578A

Sync Circuit With Vertical Oscillator and Driver

APPLICATION INFORMATION (Continued)

TDA3651

~

1
10nF

~

3

1

.f

5

18

NC

330

VERTICAL
DEFLECTION
COILS
ATI236/20

41k

:

+6.81£F

9

410

BAXI2A '::'

+
J220.F

~LlNEAAITV

1k

8

47nF

8.2 k

VERTICAL FEEDBACK
(PIN 2 TDA2518A)

+11--

~9

8.8k

VERTICAL DRIVE
(FR OM PIN 1 TDA2518A)

loo.F

+26 V

1.8k
SHIFT

21

:

±3.9nF

1000 pF
(18 V)

21k

"---:

1.2

100

AMPLITUDE

Figure 7. Typical Application Circuit Diagram of the TDA3651 (Vertical Output) When Used In Combination With the
TDA2578A, (90· Application)

January 14, 1987

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AN162
A Versatile High-Resolution
Monochrome Data and
Graphics Display Unit

Linear Products

Application Note

INTRODUCTION
The Data and Graphics Display (DGD) unit,
(also referred to as a Video Display Unit), is
built for wide ranging applications. It cons I sts
of a very high resolution CRT paired with
precision deflection coils and all the associat·
ed display circuitry, as shown in Figure 1.
Using the same printed circuit board and
components, it can easily be adapted to
operate over a wide range of line and field
frequencies with different flyback times in
either horizontal (landscape) or vertical (portrait) format.
The possible applications of this unit range
from video games to high-resolution displays.
However, it is as a computer terminal display
device that the DGD will be most useful.
Normally, it is the logic design that determines all the parameters to be specified in a
computer system, and it is only when the
logic circuitry has been finalized that a suitable display is sought. Consequently, the
display must be tailormade for the application. There are no signs of any standardization in the future. For this reason the DGD
has been designed to allow different dedicat-

ed display units to be built up very simply from
one basic design.
The DGD is a straightforward and efficient
design which will operate with line frequencies of between 15 and 70kHz and field
frequencies of 50 to 100Hz, interlaced or non·
interlaced. All the design features combine to
provide the resolution required for very high
density displays (up to 1.5 million picture
elements per page). They also ensure a
sharp picture right to the screen corners, and
allow operation at high horizontal line frequencies without undue temperature rise. A
diode-split transformer provides combined
line scan and EHT and it is this component
which allows changes in line frequency and
flyback time to be accomplished very easily.
NOTE,
EHT stands for extreme haute·tension, or extreme high
voltage.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Figure 2 shows a block diagram of the DGD
unit and its auxiliary circuits. (The unit is to the
right of the broken line, with the auxiliary
circuits to the left.) The circuit diagram is
shown in Figure 3.

Both line scanning and EHT are provided by a
purpose-built diode-split transformer. It is the
flexibility of this device which produces the
extreme versatility of the DGD unit as a whole
and allows operation of the wide range of line
frequencies and flyback times. In addition, all
auxiliary power supply requirements are obtained from the same transformer. The primary is provided with several taps, each of which
corresponds to a different peak voltage and
hence flyback time. By careful positioning of
these transformer primary taps, and by utilizing both parallel and series connection of the
line deflection coils, a wide variety of flyback
times can be accomodated in steps. Each
step allows sensible values of flyback ratio for
the different line frequencies. Apart from the
selection of the correct transformer tap, the
only other components that may need to be
changed in order to use a different line
frequency are the oscillator timing capacitor
C6, S-correction capacitor C22, base drive
resistor R52, linearity control L1, and heater
resistor R84 (see Figure 3).
Although deflection defocusing has been minimized by careful design of the line deflection
coils, there is still some focusing action in the
deflection process. Also, there is a difference
between the electron beam path lengths for
axial beams and those deflected to the tube
corners. These effects combine to produce a
change in focus requirements from the center
to the edges of the picture tube. To overcome
this, dynamic focus is employed. The active
dynamic focus circuit applies parabolic cor-

Figure 1. DGD Unit
February 1987

The normal DGD requirements of good raster
geometry and minimal loss of display quality
between the screen center and corners are
even more important in high-definition systems. To ensure a display offering the best
possible resolution over the whole line frequency range, the unit uses high-quality purpose-designed deflection coils type AT1039.
These are paired with either the 12 in (M31326) or 15 in (M38-328) picture tubes. These
coils have been designed using recently developed techniques to give good deflection
performance and raster geometry suitable for
correction by built-in magnets. For the 12 in
tube, type AT1039/03 deflection coils are
used. Two types of coil are available for the
15 in tube, the AT1039/00 which has been
optimized for portrait (vertical) formats and
the AT1039/01 for landscape (horizontal)
displays. Terminations to each coil are
brought out separately to allow for both series
and parallel connections.

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Application Note

A Versatile High-Resolution Monochrome
Data and Graphics Display Unit

1V video

AN162

auxiliary circuits

main circuit

VIDEO
PREAMPLIFIER

VIDEO
OUTPUT
SSV HT

e.h.t.17kV

video

TTL

+ve line

inputs

sync

LINE
DRIVER

0----------0'

SYNC
INVERTER

DYNAMIC
FOCUS
LINE
OSCILLATOR

FIELD
TlMEBASE

-ve line

sync

~~~~

~

TDA2595

TDA2653A

0

h.t.

POWER
SUPPL Y

12V:

Figure 2. DGD Unit Block Diagram

rection in both the line and field directions to
give precise focus over the wHole raster.
Because the electron gun is a unipotential
type, the tube has a fairly flat focus characteristic. The amplitude of the dynamic focus can
therefore be preset and adjustment is unnecessary.
Width control is accomplished with a seriesparallel inductance arrangement which does
not affect the flyback time or EHT. Adjustable
picture shift is supplied in both the line and
field directions by passing DC through the
appropriate deflection coils.
The TDA2595 line oscillator combination IC
provides the correct waveforms to drive the
line output transistor via a transformer-coupled driver stage. This IC includes both the
line oscillator and coincidence detector, a line
flyback pulse, obtained from the collector of
the line output transistor TR2, is required for
phase detection. A protection circuit which
turns off the output drive if the voltage at Pin
B is either below 4 or above BV is used to
provide overvoltage protection for the line
output stage.

February 19B7

All the field timebase functions are converted
by the TDA2653A IC. It takes a positive-going
field sync input at TTL level and drives the
impedance-matched AT-1039 deflection coils
in series connection. A field blanking pulse,
which may be used for screen burn protection, is available from Pin 2. The IC is
contained in a 13-lead DIP plastic power
encapsulation type SOT-141, which offers
straightforward heatsinking.
An emitter-driven video output stage is used
with output transistor TR6 and driver TR7.
The collector load resistors RB7 and RBB with
peaking coil L5 and some compensation in
the emitter circuit ensure a bandwidth of
60MHz at 35V, measured at the cathode. In
order to minimize stray capacitance, the video
amplifier is placed on the tube-base printed
circuit board close to the cathode pin of the
tube. The 55V HT (High Tension) line is
provided from the line output stage.
The unit will accept video input at TTL level
with positive-going field sync and negativegoing line sync. However, inputs at other
levels and polarities may be accepted
by using the auxiliary Circuits, as shown in
Figure 2.

9-26

The main HT line input will depend upon the
line frequency and varies from about 30 to
150V. If lower values of HT are preferred, a
floating tap will accommodate a series boosted circuit arrangement.
A 12V supply is required at all frequencies.
The total power consumption of the unit is
about 40W.
Standard measures are taken to protect the
circuitry in the event of a picture tube flashover. Spark gaps for all picture tube pins are
provided and all are returned to a single point
which is, in turn, connected to the outside
aquadag layer of the tube and the common
earth point.
To achieve a satisfactory stable display with
good linearity and one that is free from
undesirable modulation, well recognized procedures should be adopted with regard to
printed circuit board layout. It is essential that
each individual circuit block has its own
grounding system connected to a central
point on the main printed circuit board which
is, in turn, connected to the chassis. Circuit
layout within the individual blocks may also be
critical.

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A Versatile High-Resolution Monochrome
Data and Graphics Display Unit

AN162

Table 1. DGD Unit Specifications
Picture tube

12 in M31·326 series
15 in M38·328 series

Deflection coils

AT1039 series

Line output transformer

AT2076/84

Character display

Up to 1.5 X 106 pixels

Line frequency
landscape format
portrait format

15 to 50kHz
15 to 70kHz

Field frequency
non·interlaced or interlaced

50 to 100Hz

EHT

17kV

Line linearity

Better than 3%

Field linearity

Better than 3%

Raster breathing
(0 to 1OOIJA)

Better than 2%

Line flyback time

3 to 9IJs

Field flyback time

0.6ms

Video bandwidth
(at 35V output measured
at the cathode)

60MHz

Input signals
Power input

Positive field sync at TTL level, negative
line sync at TTL level, video input at TTL level
40W total
30 to 150V 3SW
12V 4W

Originally published as "Technical Publication 115," ELCOMA, The Netherlands, 1983.

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DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA=25°C;

116 = 6.5mA; V1O=12V, unless otherwise
specified. Voltage measurements are taken with respect
to Pin 9 (ground).

LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Horizontal oscillator (Pin 15) (C = 2.7nF; Rosc = 33k.l1
f

Frequency (no sync.)

af

Spread (fixed external component, no sync.)

15625

af

Frequency deviation between starting point output signal and
stabilized condition

+5

TC

Temperature coefficient

10

Hz
±4

%

+8

%

°C

Horizontal output (Pin 11) (Open-collector)
V11

Output voltage high

V11

Start voltage protection (internal zener diode)

116

Low input current Pin 16 protection output enabled

V11

Output voltage low start condition

V11

13.2

(111

13

= 10mA)

Duty cycle output current during starting

116

Output voltage low normal condition

= 25mA)

(111

= 6.5mA

55

Duty cycle output current without flyback pulse Pin 12

45

Duration of the output pulse high to = 81's

27

Controlled edge

V17
V17
V17
V17

tp
V12

V

5.5

6.5

mA

0.1

0.5

V

65

75

%

0.3

0.5

V

50

55

%

29

31

I's

positive
-0.05

Temperature coefficient horizontal output pulse
Sandcastle output signal (Pin 17)

(I LOAD

I's/oC

= 1mAl

Output voltage during:
burstkey
horizontal blanking
vertical blanking

9.75
4.1
2

10.6
4.5
2.5

Zero level output voltage
ISINK = 0.5mA
Pulse width:
burstkey
horizontal blanking
Phase position burstkey
Time between middle synchronization pulse at Pin 5 and start
burst at Pin 17
Time between start sync. pulse and end of burst pulse, Pin 17

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DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C; 116 = 6.5mA; VlO = 12V, unless otherwise
specified. Voltage measurements are taken with respect
to Pin 9 (ground).
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Coincidence detector, video transmitter identification circuit and time constant switching levels (see also Figure 1)
118

Detector output current

V18

Voltage level for in sync. condition (1/'1 normal)

V18

Voltage for noisy sync. pulse (1/'1 slow and gated)

V18

Voltage level for noise only5

V18

Switching level normal-to-fast

3.2

3.5

3.8

V

V18

Switching level
Mute output active and fast-to-slow

1.0

1.2

1.4

V

V18

Switching level frame period counter (3 periods fast)

0.08

0.12

0.16

V

V18

Switching level
Siow-to-fast (locking)
Mute output inactive

1.5

1.7

1.9

V

V18

Switching level fast-to-normal (locking)

4.7

5.0

5.3

V

V18

Switching level normal-to-slow (gated sync. pulse)

7.4

7.8

8.2

V

0.15

0.32

V

5

mA

1

/1A

8.1

V

9

0.25

mA

6.5

V

10

V

0.3

V

Video transmitter identification output (Pin 13)
V13

Output voltage active (no sync., 113 = 2mA)

113

Sink current active (no sync.), V13

113

Output current inactive (sync. 50Hz)

< 1V

SO/60Hz Identification (Pin 13) (R 13 positive supply 15kn)

V13
V13

Emitter-follower, PNP
2 X fH
60Hz: - - < 576 voltage
N
2 X fH
50Hz: - - > 576 voltage
N

7.2

7.65

V

V10

Flyback input pulse (Pin 12)
V12

Switching level

112

Input current

V12

Input pulse

RrN

Input resistance

V

+1
+0.2

+4

mA

12

Vce

3

kn.

2.5

/1S

Pulse width charge current

26

clock
pulses

Charge current

3

mA

Phase position without shift
tD

Time between the middle of the sync. pulse at Pin 5 and the
middle of the horizontal blanking pulse of Pin 17

Vertical ramp generator (Pin 3)

13

Top level ramp signal voltage
V3

Divider in 50Hz mode 6

5.1

5.5

5.9

V

V3

Divider in 60Hz mode6

4.35

4.7

5.05

V

Ramp amplitude C3 = 150nF,
R4 = 330kn., 50Hz6
R4 = 330kn., 60Hz6
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Synchronization Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C; 11s=6.5mA; V1O=12V. unless otherwise
specified. Voltage measurements are taken with respect
to Pin 9 (ground).
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

7.1

7.6

V

55

IlA

Current source (Pin 4)
V4.9

Output voltage 14 = 20p.A

6.6

14

Allowed current range

10

TC
TC
TC

Temperature coefficient output voltage
14 = 20jJ.A
14 = 40llA
14 = 5Ol'A

10- S/oC
1O- s/"C
1Os/oC

+50
+20
-40

Comparator (Pin 2) C3 = 150nF; R4 = 330kn
V2-9
V2-9

Input voltage
DC levelS
AC level

0.9

1
0.8

Deviation amplitude 50/60Hz

1.1

V
Vee

2.5

%

Vertical output stage. Pin 1 (NPN) emitter follower
V1 - 9

Output voltage 10 Pin 1 = + 1.5mA

Rs

Sync. separator resistor

4.8

160

5.2

5.6

n

V

Continuous sink current

0.25

rnA

Vertical guard circuit (Pin 2) Active (V 17 = 2.5V)
V2

Switching level lows

V2

Switching level highS

> 1.7
< 0.3

1.9

2.1

V

0.4

0.5

V

NOTES:
1. Up to 1V p_p the slicing level is constant, at amplitudes exceeding 1Vp.p the slicing level will increase.
2. The slicing level is fixed by the formula:

p=

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5.3 + Rs

X 100%

(Rs value in kil)

3. Measured between Pin 5 and sandcastle output Pin 17.
4. Divider in search (large) mode:
start: reset divider = start vertical sync. plus 1 clock pulse
stop:
2 X fH
n = ~ > 576 clock pulse 42

2 X fH
n= ~

< 576

clock pulse 34

Divider in small window mode:
start: clock pulse 517 (60Hz) clock pulse 619 (50Hz)
stop: clock pulse 34 (60Hz) clock pulse 42 (50Hz)
5. Depends on DC level of Pin 5, given value is valid for V5R:l 5V.
6. Value related to internal zener diode reference voltage source spread includes the complete spread of reference voltage.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Vertical Part (Pins 1, 2, 3, 4)
The Ie embodies a synchronized divider system for generating the vertical sawtooth at
Pin 3. The divider system has an internal
frequency doubling circuit, so the horizontal
oscillator is working at its normal line frequency and one line period equals 2 clock pulses.
Due to the divider system, no vertical frequency adjustment is needed. The divider has
a discriminator window for automatically
switching over from the 60Hz to 50Hz system.
The divider system operates with 3 different
divider reset windows for maximum interference/disturbance protection.
The windows are activated via an up/down
counter. The counter increases its counter
value by 1 for each time the separated
vertical sync. pulse is within the searched
window. The count is reduced by 1 when the
vertical sync. pulse is not present.

Large (Search) Window: Divider
Ratio Between 488 and 722
This mode is valid for the following conditions:
1. Divider is looking for a new transmitter.
2. Divider ratio found, not within the narrow
window limits.
3. Non-standard TV-signal condition detected
while a double or enlarged vertical sync.
pulse is still found after the internallygenerated antitop flutter pulse has ended.
This means a vertical sync. pulse width
larger than 8 clock pulses (50Hz), that is,
10 clock pulses (60Hz). In general this
mode is activated for video tape recorders
operating in the feature/trick mode.
4. Up/down counter value of the divider system operating in the narrow window mode
drops below count 1.
5. Externally setting. This can be reached by
loading Pin 18 with a resistor of 180kSl to
earth or connecting a 3.6V diode stabistor
between Pin 18 and ground.

Narrow Window: Divider Ratio
Between 522 - 528 (60Hz) or
622 - 628 (50Hz).
The divider system switches over to this
mode when the up/down counter has
reached its maximum value of 12 approved
vertical sync. pulses. When the divider operates in this mode and a vertical sync. pulse is
missing within the window, the divider is reset
at the end of the window and the counter
value is lowered by 1. At a counter value
below count 1 the divider system switches
over to the large window mode.

MIDDLE OF THE
HORIZONTAL SYNC PULSE
VIDEO SIGNAL
(PIN 5)

" DETECTOR
OUTPUT CURRENT
(PINS)

HORIZONTAL
OSCILLATOR SIGNAL
(PIN 15)

HORIZONTAL
OUTPUT SIGNAL
(PIN 11)

"I

FLYBACK PULSE
(PIN 12) OV

SWITCHING LEVEL

4.5V

-""--c~2.5V

50Hz: 42 CLOCK PULSES
60Hz: 34 CLOCK PULSES

MODE

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Figure 1. Timing Diagram of the TDA2579

Standard TV Norm
When the up/down counter has reached its
maximum value of 12 in the narrow window
mode, the information applied to the up/down
counter is changed such that the standard
divider ratio value is tested. When the counter
has reached a value of 14, the divider system
is changed over to the standard divider ratio
mode. In this mode the divider is always reset
at the standard value even if the vertical sync.
pulse is missing. A missed vertical sync. pulse
lowers the counter value by 1. When the
counter reaches the value of 10, the divider
system is switched over to the large window
mode. The standard TV norm condition gives
maximum protection for video recorders playing tapes with anti-copy guards.

No TV Transmitter Found: (Pin
18 < 1.2V)
In this condition, only noise is present, the
divider is reset to count 628. In this way a

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stable picture display at normal height is
achieved.

Video Tape Recorders in
Feature Mode
It should be noted that some VTRs operating
in the feature modes, such as picture search,
generate such distorted pictures that the no
TV transmitter detection circuit can be activated as Pin V18 drops below 1.2V. This
would imply a rollowing picture (condition d).
In general, VTR machines use a reinserted
vertical sync. pulse in the feature mode.
Therefore, the divider system has been made
such that the automatic reset of the divider at
count 628 when V18 is below 1.2V is inhibited
when a vertical sync. pulse is detected.
The divider system also generates the antitop flutter pulse which inhibits the phase 1
detector during the vertical sync. pulse. The
width of this pulse depends on the divider
mode. For the divider mode ll, the start is

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generated at the reset of the divider. In
modes Qand g, the anti-top flutter pulse starts
at the beginning of the first equalizing pulse.
The anti-top flutter pulse ends at count 8 for
50Hz and count 10 for 60Hz. The vertical
blanking pulse is also generated via the
divider system. The start is at the reset of the
divider while the blanking pulse ends at count
34 (17 lines for 60Hz, and at count 42 (21
lines) for 50Hz systems. The vertical blanking
pulse generated at the sandcastle output Pin
17 is made by adding the anti-top flutter pulse
and the blank pulse. In this way the vertical
blanking pulse starts at the beginning of the
first equalizing pulse when the divider operates in the Q or g mode. For generating a
vertical linear saw100th voltage a capacitor
should be connected to Pin 3. The recommended value is 150nF to 330nF (see Block
Diagram).
The capacitor is charged via an internal
current source starting at the reset of the
divider system. The voltage on the capacitor
is monitored by a comparator which is activated also at reset. When the capacitor has
reached a voltage value of 5.5V for the 50Hz
system or 4.7V for the 60Hz system the
voltage is kept constant until the charging
period ends. The charge period width is 26
clock pulses. At clock pulse 26 the comparator is switched off and the capacitor is discharged by an NPN transistor current source,
the value of which can be set by an external
resistor between Pin 4 and ground (Pin 9). Pin
4 is connected to a PNP transistor current
source which determines the current of the
NPN current source. The PNP current source
on Pin 4 is connected to an internal zener
diode reference voltage which has a typical
voltage of "" 7.1V. The recommended operating current range is 10 to 501lA. The resistance at pin R4 should be 140 to 700k.n. By
using a double current mirror concept the
vertical saw100th pre-correction can be set on
the desired value by means of external components between Pin 4 and Pin 3, or by
connecting the Pin 4 resistor to the vertical
current measuring resistor of the vertical
output stage. The vertical amplitude is set by
the current of Pin 4. The vertical feedback
voltage of the output stage has to be applied
to Pin 2. For the normal amplitude adjustment
the values are DC = IV and AC = 0.8V. Due
to the automatic system adaption both values
are valid for 50Hz and 60Hz.
The low DC-voltage value improves the picture bounce behaviour as less parabola compensation is necessary. Even a fully DCcoupled feedback circuit is possible.

Vertical Guard
The IC also contains a vertical guard circuit.
This circuit monitors the vertical feedback
signal on Pin 2. When the level on Pin 2 is
below O.4V or higher than 1.9V, the guard
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circuit inserts a continuous level of 2.5V in the
sandcastle output signal of Pin 17. This
results in the blanking of the picture displayed, thus preventing a burnt-in horizontal
line. The guard levels specified refer to the
zener diode reference voltage source level.

Driver Output
The driver output is at Pin 1, it can deliver a
drive current of 1.5mA at 5V output. The
internal impedance is about 150.11. The output pin is also connected to an internal
current source with a sinking current of
0.25mA.

Sync. Separator, Phase
Detector and TV Station
Identification, (Pins 5, 6, 7, 8,
and 18)
The video input signal is connected to Pin 5.
The sync. separator is designed such that the
slicing level is independent of the amplitude
of the sync. pulse. The black level is measured and stored in the capacitor at Pin 7.
The slicing level value is stored in the capacitor at Pin 6. The slicing level value can be
chosen by the value of the external resistor
between Pins 6 and 7. The value is given by
the formula:
RS X 100
P = - - - (Rs value in k.n)
5.3 + Rs
Where Rs is the resistor between Pins 6 and
7 and top sync. level equals 100%. The
recommended resistor value is 5.6k.n.

Black Level Detector
A gating signal is used for the black level
detector. This signal is composed of an
internal horizontal reference pulse with a duty
cycle of 50% and the flyback pulse at Pin 12.
In this way the TV transmitter identification
operates also for all DC conditions at input
Pin 5 (no video modulation, plain carrier only).
During the frame interval the slicing level
detector is inhibited by a signal which starts
with the anti-top flutter pulse and ends with
the reset vertical divider circuit. In this way
shift of the slicing level due to the vertical
sync. signal is reduced and separation of the
vertical sync. pulse is improved.

Noise Inverter
An internal noise inverter is activated when
the video level at Pin 5 drops below 0.7V. The
IC embodies also a built-in sync. pulse noise
level detection circuit. This circuit is directly
connected to Pin 5 and measures the noise
level at the middle of the horizontal sync.
pulse. When a noise level of 600mVp_p is
detected, a counter circuit is activated. A
video input signal is processed as "acceptable noise-free" when 12 out of 16 sync.
pulses have a noise level below 600mV for
two succeeding frame periods. The sync.

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pulses are processed during a 16 line width
gating period generated by the divider system. The measuring circuit has a built-in noise
level hysteresis of about 150mV ("" 3dB).
When the" acceptable noise-free" condition
is found, the phase detector of Pin 8 is
switched to not-gated and normal time constant. When a higher sync. pulse noise level
is found, the phase detector is switched over
to slow time constant and gated sync. pulse
phase detection. At the same time the integration time of the vertical sync. pulse separator is adapted.

Phase Detector
The phase detector circuit is connected to Pin
8. This circuit consists of 3 separate phase
detectors which are activated depending on
the voltage of Pin 18 and the state of the
sync. pulse noise detection circuit.
All three phase detectors are activated during
the vertical blanking period, this with the
exception of the anti-top flutter pulse period,
and the separated vertical sync. pulse time.
As a result, phase jumps in the video signal
related to video head takeover of video recorders are quickly restored within the vertical
blanking period. At the end of the blanking
period, the phase detector time constant is
lowered by 2.5 times. In this way no need for
external VTR time constant switching exists,
so all station numbers are suitable for signals
from VTR, video games or home computers.
For quick locking of a new TV station starting
from a noise-only signal condition (normal
time constant), a special circuit is incorporated. A new TV station which is not locked to
the horizontal oscillator will result in a voltage
drop below 0.1 V at Pin 18. This will activate a
frame period counter which switches the
phase detector to fast for 3 frame periods.

Horizontal Oscillator
The horizontal oscillator will now lock to the
new TV station and as a result, the voltage on
Pin 18 will increase to about 6.5V. When Pin
18 reaches a level of 1.8V the mute output
transistor of Pin 13 is switched off and the
divider is set to the large window. In general
the mute signal is switched off within 5ms (pin
C18 = 47nF) after reception of a new TV
signal. When the voltage on Pin 18 reaches a
level of 5V, usually within 15ms, the frame
counter is switched off and the time constant
is switched from fast to normal.
If the new TV station is weak, the sync. noise
detector is activated. This will result in a
changeover of Pin 18 voltage from 7V to ""
1OV. When Pin 18 exceeds the level of 7.8V
the phase detector is switched to slow time
constant and gated sync. pulse condition.

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When desired, most conditions of the phase
detector can also be set by external means in
the following way:
a. Fast time constant TV transmitter identification circuit not active, connect Pin 18 to
earth (Pin 9).
b. Fast time constant TV transmitter identification circuit active, connect a resistor of
180kO between Pin 18 and ground.
This condition can also be set by using a
3.6V stabistor diode instead of a resistor.
c. Slow time constant, (with exception of
frame blanking period), connect Pin 18 via
a resistor of 10kO to + 12V, Pin 10. In this
condition the transmitter identification circuit is not active.
d. No switching to slow time constant desired
(transmitter identification circuit active),
connect a 6.8V zener diode between Pin
18 and ground.
Figure 2 illustrates the operation of the 3
phase detector circuits.

Supply (Pins 9, 10 and 16)
The IC has been designed such that the
horizontal oscillator and output stage can
start operating by application of a very low
supply current into Pin 16.
The horizontal oscillator starts at a supply
current of about 4.5mA. The horizontal output
stage is forced into the non-conducting stage
until the supply current has a typical value of
5.5mA. The circuit has been designed so that
after starting the horizontal output function a
current drop of "" 1mA is allowed. The starting circuit gives the possibility to derive the
main supply (Pin 10), from the horizontal
output stage. The horizontal output signal can
also be used as the oscillator signal for
synchronized switch-mode power supplies.
The maximum allowed starting current is
10mA. The main supply should be connected
to Pin 10, and Pin 9 should be used as
ground. When the voltage on Pin 10 increases from zero to its final value (typically
12V) a part of the supply current of the
starting circuit is taken from Pin 10 via internal
diodes, and the voltage on Pin 16 will stabilize
to a typical value of 8.7V.
In stabilized condition (Pin V10 > 9.5V) the
minimum required supply current to Pin 16 is
"" 2.5mA. All other IC functions are switched
on via the main supply voltage on Pin 10.
When the voltage on Pin 10 reaches a value
of "" 7V the horizontal phase detector circuit
is activated and the vertical ramp on Pin 3 is
started. The second phase detector circuit
and burst pulse circuit are started when the
voltage on Pin 10 reaches the stabilized
voltage value of Pin 16 which is typically 8.7V.
For clOSing the second phase detector loop,
a flyback pulse must be applied to Pin 12.
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(PIN 13)

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DETECTOR
18 = O.4mA

'1'2 DETECTOR
Is = O.4mA

103

detector

~
~

18= 1mA

J
B

A

VOLTAGE
(PIN 181

O.1V

I

1.2V

c1
1.8V

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D

~

E
3.5V

I
5V

F

G
8.5V

Figure 2_ Timing Diagram, Phase Detectors_
When no flyback is detected, the duty cycle
of the horizontal output stage is 50%.
For remote switch-off Pin 16 can be connected to ground (via an NPN transistor with a
series resistor of "" 5000) which switches off
the horizontal output.

Horizontal Oscillator, Horizontal
Output Transistor, and Second
Phase Detector (Pins 11, 12, 14
and 15)
The horizontal oscillator is connected to Pin
15. The frequency is set by an external RC
combination between Pin 15 and ground, Pin
9. The open collector horizontal output stage
is connected to Pin 11. An internal zener
diode configuration limits the open voltage of
Pin 11 to ,., 14.5V.
The horizontal output transistor at Pin 11 is
blocked until the current into Pin 16 reaches a
value of "" 5.5mA.
A higher current results in a horizontal output
signal at Pin 11, which starts with a duty cycle
of "" 35% HIGH.
The duty cycle is set by an internal current
source-loaded NPN emitter-follower stage
connected to Pin 14 during starting. When Pin
16 changes over to voltage stabilization, the
NPN emitter-follower and current source load
at Pin 14 are switched off and the second
phase detector circuit is activated, provided a
horizontal flyback pulse is present at Pin 12.
When no flyback pulse is detected at Pin 12
the duty cycle of the horizontal output stage is
set to 50%.
The phase detector circuit at Pin 14 compensates for storage time in the horizontal deflection output stage. The horizontal output pulse

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duration in 29/LS HIGH for storage times
between l}.1s and 17}.1s (29}.1s flyback pulse of
12}.1S). A higher storage time increases the
HIGH time. Horizontal picture shift is possible
by forcing an external charge or discharge
current into the capacitor of Pin 14.

Mute Output and SO/60Hz
Identification (Pin 13)
The collector of an NPN transistor is connected to Pin 13. When the voltage on Pin 18
drops below 1.2V (no TV transmitter) the NPN
transistor is switched ON.
When the voltage on Pin 18 increases to a
level of "" 1.BV (new TV transmitter found) the
NPN transistor is switched OFF.
Pin 13 has also the possibility for 50/60Hz
identification. This function is available when
Pin 13 is connected to Pin 10 (+ 12V) via an
external pull-up resistor of 10 - 20kO. When
no TV transmitter is identified, the voltage on
Pin 13 will be LOW « 0.5V). When a TV
transmitter with a divider ratio> 576 (50Hz) is
detected the output voltage of Pin 13 is HIGH
(+12).
When a TV transmitter with a divider ratio < 576 (60Hz) is found an internal PNP
transistor with its emitter connected to Pin 13
will force this pin output voltage down to ""
7.5V.

Sandcastle Output (Pin 17)
The sand castle output pulse generated at Pin
17, has three different voltage levels. The
highest level, (11 V), can be used for burst
gating and black level clamping. The second
level, (4.5V), is obtained from the horizontal
flyback pulse at Pin 12, and is used for
horizontal blanking. The third level, (2.5V), is
used for vertical blanking and is derived via

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Product Specification

Synchronization Circuit

the vertical divider system. For 50Hz the
blanking pulse duration is 42 clock pulses and
for 60Hz it is 34 clock pulses started from the
vertical divider reset. For TV signals which
have a divider ratio between 622 and 628 or
522 and 528 the blanking pulse is started at
the first equalizing pulse.

TDA2579

TYPICAL APPLICATION
,----------------------------------,

470

2k

VERTICAL DRIVE
(FROM PIN 1 TDA2S79)

VERTlf~~ ~~~~~~ O--~t--t-JV'y'v--e---~
+26V

1.0

Figure 3

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TDA2593

Signetics

Horizontal Combination
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA2593 is a monolithic integrated
circuit intended for use in color television
receivers in combination with TDA2510,
TDA2520, TDA2560 as well as with
TDA3505, TDA3510, and TDA3520.

• Horizontal oscillator based on
the threshold switching principle
• Phase comparison between sync
pulse and oscillator voltage ('1'1)
• Internal key pulse for phase
detector ('1'1) (additional noise
limiting)
• Phase comparison between line
flyback pulse and oscillator
voltage ('1'2)
• Larger catching range obtained
by coincidence detector ('1'3;
between sync and key pulse)
• Switch for changing the filter
characteristic and the gate circuit
(VCR operation)

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
Vee

1

TRIG
PULSE IN
LINE
PULSE OUT
PULSEDUR
SWITCH
PHASE
SHIFTER
FBPULSEIN

6

BLANK
PULSE OUT
VERT SYNC
PULSE OUT -,. _ _ _..r9- VIDEO IN

lOP VIEW

• Sync separator
• Noise separator
• Vertical sync separator and
output stage
• Color burst keying and line
flyback blanking pulse generator
• Phase shifter for the output
pulse
• Output pulse duration switching
• Output stage with separate
supply voltage for direct drive of
thyristor deflection Circuits
•. Low supply voltage protection

I

APPLICATIONS
• Video monitors
• TV receivers

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

16-Pin Plastic DIP (50T·38)

January 14, 1987

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-20°C to + 70°C

TDA2593N

9-41

853-0031 87195

I

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Product Specification

TDA2593

Horizontal Combination

BLOCK DIAGRAM
+(PIN 1: POINT A)

10

V1DEOINPUT

JV'i,1.5.

12

Uk

G.47,.F
6.8nF

t.8M

UM
, SHORT-CIRCUIT

+ (PtN 1: POINT A)

U.
OR
+tPlN 1: POINT A}

!O.68I'F

"*" FORfoADJUsr

4.71'F

r
o

"

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Vl-16
V2- 16

Supply voltage
at Pin 1 (voltage source)
at Pin 2

13.2
18

V
V

V4- 16
± VS-16
± VlO-16
Vll - 16

Voltages
Pin 4
Pin 9
Pin 10
Pin 11

13.2
6
6
13.2

V
V
V
V

650

mA

400

mA

1
10
10
2

mA
mA
mA
mA

PARAMETER

14
±16
-17
111

Currents
Pins 2 and 3 (thyristor driving)
(peak value)
Pins 2 and 3 (transistor driving)
(peak value)
Pin 4
Pin 6
Pin 7
Pin 11

12M. -13M
12M. -13M

PTOT

Total power dissipation

800

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-25 to +125

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

°C

January 14. 1987

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Product Specification

TDA2593

Horizontal Combination

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS at Vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in Block Diagram.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Sync separator
V9-16

Input switching voltage

19

Input keying current

0.8

19

Input leakage current at V9 - 16 = -5V

1

p.A

19

Input switching current

5

p.A

19

Switch off current

V9- 16(P.P)

Input signal (peak-to-peak value)

100

V
100

5

p.A

150

3

p.A

4

Vl

100

p.A

Noise separator
Vl0-16

Input switching voltage

110

Input keying current

1.4

110

Input switching current

110

Input leakage current at Vl0-16 =-5V

V1O - 16(P-P)

Input signal (peak-to-peak value)

VlO - 16(P-P)

Permissible superimposed noise signal (peak-to-peak value)

5
100

V

p.A

150

3

1

p.A

4

Vl

7

V

2

rnA

Line fly back pulse
16

Input current

V6-16

Input switching voltage

V6-16

Input limiting voltage

0.02

1
1.4

-0.7

V
+1.4

V

Switching on VCR
Vl1-16
Vll- 16
-111
111

o to 2.5
9toVl_16

Input voltage

V
V
200
2

Input current

p.A

rnA

Pulse duration switch for t = 7p.s (thyristor driving)
V4- 16

Input voltage

14

Input current

9.4 to Vl - 16
200

V
p.A

Pulse duration switch for t = 14p.s + to (transistor driving)
V4- 16

Input voltage

0

-14

Input current

200

3.5

V
p.A

Pulse duration switch for t = 0; Vs -16 = 0 or input Pin 4 open
V4- 16

Input voltage

14

Input current

5.4
0

6.6

V

0

p.A

Vertical sync pulse (positive-going)
VS- 16(P-P)

Output voltage (peak-to-peak value)

Rs

Output resistance

tON

Delay between leading edge of input and output signal

15

p.s

toFF

Delay between trailing edge of input and output signal

Ion

p.s

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10

9-43

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Horizontal Combination

TDA2593

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

at Vec = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in Block Diagram.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Burst gating pulse (positive-going)
V7- 16(P-P)

Output voltage (peak-to-peak value)

R7

Output resistance

tp

Pulse duration; V7 _ 16 = 7V

t

Phase relation between middle of sync pulse at the input and
the leading edge of the burst gating pulse; V7 _ 16 = 7V

17

Output trailing edge current

11

V

70

n

3.7

4
4.3

IJ.S
IJ.S

2.15

2.65

10

3.15

IJ.S

mA

2

Line flyback-blanklng pulse (positive-going)
V7- 16(P-P)

Output voltage (peak-to-peak value)

R7

Output resistance

17

Output trailing edge current

4

5

V

70

n

2

mA

Line drive pulse (positive-going)
V3-16(P.P)

Output voltage (peak-to-peak value)

10.5

V

R3
R3

Output resistance
for leading edge of line pulse
for trailing edge of line pulse

2.5
20

n
n

tp

Pulse duration (thyristor driving) V4-16

tp

Pulse duration (transistor driving) V4 _ 16 = 0 to 4V; tFP

V1 -16

Supply voltage for switching off the output pulse

= 9.4 to V1-16 V
= 12IJ.s

5.5

7

8.5

IJ.S

14+tD

IJ.S2

4

V

2.6

IJ.S3

Overall phase relation
t

Phase relation between middle of sync pulse and the middle of
the flyback pulse

IAtl

Tolerance of phase relation

Als/At

The adjustment of the overall phase relation and consequently
the leading edge of the line drive occurs automatically by phase
control "'2.
If additional adjustment is applied it can be arranged by current
supply at Pin 5

30

pAllJ.s

V

0.7

IJ.S

Oscillator
V14-16

Threshold voltage low level

4.4

V14-16

Threshold voltage high level

7.6

V

±114

Discharge current

0.47

mA

15.625

kHz

= 4.7nF; Rosc = 12kn)

fo

Frequency; free running (Cosc

Afollo

Spread of frequency

Afo/AI1S

Frequency control sensitivity

Afo/fo

Adjustment range of network in circuit (see Block Diagram)

Afolfo
AVNNoM
Afo

< ±S

%4

31

HzlpA

±10

%

Influence of supply voltage on frequency

< ± 0.05

%4

Change of frequency when V1_ 16 drops to 5V

< ±10
< ± 10-4

Hz/oC 4

Temperature coefficient of oscillator frequency

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Product Specification

Horizontal Combination

TDA2593

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

at Vee = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in Block Diagram.
LIMITS

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Phase comparison '1'1
V13 - 16

Control voltage range

3.8

8.2

V

± 113M

Control current (peak value)

1.9

2.3

mA

113

Output leakage current
at V13_16=4 to 8V

1

pA

R13
R13

Output resistance
at V13-16 =4 to 8V s
at V13-16 < 3.8V or > 8.2V6

t:.f

Catching and holding range (82kQ between Pins 13 and 15)

±780

Hz

t:.(t:.f)

Spread of catching and holding range

±10

%4

high ohmic
low ohmic

Control sensitivity

2

kHZ/liS

Phase comparison '1'2 and phase shifter
VS-16

Control voltage range

±ISM

Control current (peak value)

1

Rs

Output resistance
at VS-16 = 5.4 to 7.6V7
at VS-16 < 5.4 or > 7.6V

8

5.4

7.6

V
mA

high ohmic
kQ

Is

Input leakage current
Vs -16 = 5.4 to 7.6V

5

IIA

tD

Permissible delay between leading edge of output
pulse and leading edge of flyback pulse (tFP = 1211S)

15

liS

t:.tlt:.tD

Static control error

0.2

%

..
I

Coincidence detector '1'3
Vl1 -16

Output voltage

111M
-111M

Output current (peak value)
without coincidence
with coincidence

0.5

6

0.1
0.5

V
mA
mA

Time constant switch
V12 - 16

Output voltage

±112

Output current (limited)

R12
R12

Output resistance
at V l1 - 16 = 2.5 to 7V
at Vl1-16 < 1.5V or> 9V

6

V
1

mA

0.1
60

kQ
kQ

7.5

flS

Internal gating pulse
tp

Pulse duration

NOTES:
1. Permissible range 1 to 7V.
2. to = switch-off delay of line output stage.

3. Line f1yback pulse duration 'FP = 12ps.
4. Excluding external component tolerances.
5. Current source.
6. Emitter-follower.

7. Current source.

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Signetics

TDA2594
Horizontal Combination
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TDA2594 is a monolithic integrated
circuit intended for use in color television
receivers.
FEATURES
• Horizontal oscillator based on
the threshold switching principle
• Phase comparison between sync
pulse and oscillator voltage ('1'1)
• Internal key pulse for phase
detector ('1'1) (additional noise
limiting)
• Phase comparison between line
flyback pulse and oscillator
voltage ('1'2)
• Larger catching range obtained
by coincidence detector ('1'3
between sync and key pulse)
• Switch for changing the filter
characteristic and the gate circuit
(VCR operation)
• Sync separator
• Noise separator
• Vertical sync separator and
output stage

• Color burst keying and line
flyback blanking pulse generator
and clamp circuit for vertical
blanking
• Phase shifter for the output
pulse
• Output pulse duration for
transistor reflection systems
• External switching off of the line
trigger pulse
• Output stage with separate
supply voltage
• Low supply voltage protection
• Transmitter identification and
muting circuit, and vertical sync
switch-off

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
Vee

1

LINE TRIGGER
PULSE IN
LINE DRIVE
PULSE OUT

17 OSCILLATOR

PULSE
SWITCH-OFF

S~I~~

15 PHASE COMP 1

5

FlV8ACK
PULSE
BLANKING

14

~:~~ST

13

:~'b~:JT~rTIN

PULSE
VERT SYNC
PULSE
MUTE OUTPUT

9

TOPYIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Video processing
• Television receivers
• Video monitors
• Sync separator

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-102DS)

-20·C to +70·C

TDA2594N

February 12, 1987

9-46

853-1180 87585

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2594

Horizontal Combination

BLOCK DIAGRAM
LOW: NO
TV TRA/NSUmER

FLY~~
PULSE

VERTICAL

p~:~ SL!~y

Va

-"--=- >11V}

fl:::~:

3mA

OV

BURST KEY/
BLANKING
PULSE

A~E
FLYBACK

12

PULSE

(15)

~
LINE TRIGGER PULSE

•

OUTPUT STAGE

TDA2584

10
10nF

-Yk,

I

120.

,:%l

.5.-:" Ao'l. '
I

-+--+___--oI-.J;Jv...-!---:;

r
~
~
-~
*'00pF

VIDEO

nF

3.3.

12 k
Rose
4.7 nF
(2%)
(20/0)
C"""
_ _ _....::::....._ _ _._::::...._ _ _._::::...._ _

~_ 680 nF

1-____....'W"1~___O_R_TO_V._._::~

J;_ 10 nF

~

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

V'_'8=Vs
V2_'8

Supply voltage
at Pin 1 (voltage source)
at Pin 2

12M, -13M
14
±Ie
-17
Ig
1'3

Voltages
Pin 4
Pin 9
Pin 11
Pin 12
Pin 13
Currents
Pins 2 and 3 (transistor driving)
(peak value)
Pin 4
Pin 6
Pin 7
Pin 9
Pin 13

RATING

UNIT

13.2
18

V
V

13.2
18
0.5
6
6
13.2

V
V
V
V
V
V

400

mA

1
10
5
10
2

mA
mA
mA
mA
mA

PTOT

Total power dissipation

800

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-25 to + 125

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

·C

February 12, 1987

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..
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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

V4_'8
V9-'8
-V9_18
±Vl1-'8
± V'2_'8
V'3-'8

*_

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Horizontal Combination

TDA2594

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS at Vl-18 = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in Block Diagram.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Sync separator (Pin 11)
Vll - 18

Input switching voltage

111

Input keying current

111
111
111

Switch off current

V 11 - 18(P-P)

Input signal (peak-to-peak value)

O.B

V
100

p.A

Input leakage current at V11 - 18 = -5V

1

IlA

Input switching current

5

5

100

150

3

p.A

IlA

4

Vl

100

p.A

Noise separator (Pin 12)
V12 - 18

Input switching voltage

112

Input keying current

1.4

112

Input switching current

112

Input leakage current at V12_18=-5V

V12 - 18(P-P)

Input Signal (peak-to-peak value)

V12 - 18(P-P)

Permissible superimposed noise signal (peak-to-peak value)

5
100

V

150

3

IlA
1

p.A

4

Vl

7

V

Line flyback pulse (Pin 6)
16

Input current

V6-1B

Input switching voltage

V6-18

Input limiting voltage

0.02

1

mA

1.4

V

-0.7

+1.4

V

0

2.5
9 to Vs

V
V

200
2

IlA
mA

Switching on VCR (Pin 13)
V13-1B

Input voltage

-1 13
or: 113

Input current

Pulse switching off (Pin 4) For t=O; input Pin 4 open or V3-1B=0
V4-18

Input voltage

14

Input current

5.4

6.6
0

V
IlA

Vertical sync pulse (Pin 8) (positive-going)
V8-18(P-P)

Output voltage (peak-to-peak value)

R8

Output resistance

10

toN

Delay between leading edge of input and output signal

tOFF

Delay between trailing edge of input and output signal

Vl0-18

Switching off the vertical sync pulse

11

V

2

kn

15

IlS

tON

J1S

3

V

Burst key pulse (Pin 7) (positive-going)
V7-18

Output voltage

R7

Output resistance

tp

Pulse duration; V7 -18 = 7V

3.7

4

4.3

IlS

t

Phase relation between middle of sync pulse at the input and
the leading edge of the burst key pulse; V7 -18 = 7V

2.15

2.65

3.15

J1S

17

Output trailing edge current

2

2

mA

V7-18

Saturation voltage during line scan

1

V

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10

9-48

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V

70

n

Signetlcs Linear Products

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TDA2594

Horizontal Combination

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) at Vl_18=12V; TA =25°C; measured in Block Diagram.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Line flyback-blanking pulse (Pin 7) (positive-going)
4.9

4.1

V

V7-18

Output voltage

R7

Output resistance

70

n

17

Output trailing edge current

2

mA

Field flyback/blanking pulse (Pin 7)
V7- 18

Output voltage with externally forced in current
17 = 2.4 to 3.6mA

R7

Output resistance at 17 = 3mA

3

2

V

n

70

TV transmitter identification output (Pin 9) (open-collector)
V9 - 18

Output voltage at 19 = 3mA; no TV transmitter

0.5

V

Rg

Output resistance at Ig = 3mA; no TV transmitter

100

n

Ig

Output current at V10 _ 18 ;;, 3V; TV transmitter identified

5

p.A

TV transmitter identification (Pin 10)
When receiving a TV signal, the voltage V10 _ 18 will change
fromG.SV

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....o
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K'" KEYING

CD

u

r --

0,

ro

VERT. SYNC
SEPARTOR

•

HORIZONTAL
SYNC

VERT. SYNC
PULSE
INTEGRA.TION

SEPARATOR

~
GENERATION
OF COMPOSITE
SYNC SLICING

lEVEL
(5O"kOF SYNC)

PULSE

i

KEYING
PULSE

I

GATE
MODE
SWITCH

GENERATION

(7.5"s)

I-

OSCILLATOR
FREQUENCY

fosc
ADJUSTMENT

COMPENSATION

r-

TOA2595

coO:T~bL
ERROR

J

j

.

BLACK LEVEL

I--

DETERMINATION

TV
TRANSMmER

VIDEO
AMPLIFIER

IDENTIFICATION

'-----

10

I="F

11

T~

COMPOSITE VIDEO

12

rO\fOSC
10",!

ADJUSTMENT

110°"11
-=

17

16

13

F---1
-=

1

VCR SWITCH

,-----

4 .7"F

rROUND OR Veel
V+

1001<

i

820

4.7k

r

10nF

118

oM

r560nF

-.l'

14.7"'

"U

680

......

~

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-0
01

8.c
0-

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Product Specification

TDA2595

Horizontal Combination

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

VS;13;lS-5
Vll-5

Voltages at:
Pins 1, 4 and 7
Pins 8, 13 and 18
Pin 11 (range)

18
Vee
-0.5 to +6

V
V
V

11
±12M
14
±ISM
17
Is
Ig
± 118

Currents at:
Pin 1
Pin 2 (peak value)
Pin 4
Pin 6 (peak value)
Pin 7
Pin 8 (range)
Pin 9 (range)
Pin 18

10
10
100
6
10
-5 to +1
-10 to +3
10

mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA

V15-5 = Vce

Supply voltage (Pin 15)

Vl;4;7-5

PTOT

Total power dissipation

800

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

°C

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

1

3

Composite video input and sync separator (Pin 11) (internal black level determination)
V11 -5(P_P)

Input signal (positive video;
standard signal; peak-to-peak value)

0.2

V11 -5(P-P)

Sync pulse amplitude (independent of video content)

50

RG

Generator resistance

111
-111
-111

Input current during
Video
Sync pulse
Black level

V

mV
200

n

5
40
30

p.A
p.A
p.A

12
170

p.A
p.A

Composite sync generation (Pin 10) horizontal slicing level at 50% of the sync pulse amplitude
110
-110

Capacitor current during
Video
Sync pulse

Vertical sync pulse generation (Pin 9) slicing level at 25% (50% between black level and horizontal slicing level)

V9 _5

Output voltage

tp

Pulse duration

190

J.l.S

to

Delay with respect to the vertical
sync pulse (leading edge)

45

J.l.s

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10

V

Pulse-mode control
Output current for vertical sync pulse (dual integrated)

No current applied at Pin 9

Output current for horizontal and vertical sync pulse
(non-integrated separated signal)

Current applied via a resistor of
15kn from Vcc to Pin 9

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TDA2595

Horizontal Combination

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

/ Horizontal oscillator (Pins 14 and 16)
fose

Frequency; free-running

V14 - S

Reference voltage for fose

15.625
6

V

.:l.fose/.:l.114

Frequency control sensitivity

31

HZ/I1A

.:l.fose

Adjustment range of circuit Figure 1

.:l.fose

Spread of frequency

.:l.fosc/fosc
.:l.V1S-S/V1S-S
.:l.fosc
TC

kHz

±10

%

5

Frequency dependency (excluding tolerance of external
components)
with supply voltage (Vee = 12V)

±0.05

with supply voltage drop of 5V
with temperature

-116
116

Capacitor current during:
Charging
Discharging

tR
tF

Sawtooth voltage timing (Pin 14)
Rise time
Fall time

%

%

10
± 10- 4

%
°C- 1

1024
313

I1A
I1A

49
15

IJ.S
IJ.S

Horizontal output pulse (Pin 4)
V4_S

Output voltage Low at 14 = 30mA

tp

Pulse duration (High)

Vee

Supply voltage for switching off the output pulse (Pin 15)

0.5

V

29 ± 1.5

I1 s

4

V

Phase comparison '1'1 (Pin 17)
3.55

V17 - S

Control voltage range

'17

Leakage current at V17 _ 5 = 3.55 to 8.3V

± 117

Control current for external time constant switch

±117

Control current at V18-S = V1S-S
and V13-S < 2V or V13 - S > 9.5V

± 117

Control current at V18-5

S"
.:l.fose
.:l.fose

Horizontal oscillator control
Control sensitivity
Catching and holding range
Spread of catching and holding range

tp

Internal keying pulse at V13 _ 5 = 2.9 to 9.5V

V13-S
V13 - S

Time constant switch
Slow time constant
Fast time constant

= V1S-5

1.8

and V13-S

=2

to 9.5V

I1A

2.2

mA

1.8

2

mA
2.2

6

9.5
2

Impedance converter offset voltage (slow time constant)

R18 - S

Output resistance
Slow time constant

R18-S

Fast time constant

November 14, 1986

V

1

8

±V17-18

118

2

8.3

mA
kHZ/liS

±S80
±10

Hz

7.5

lis

%

2
9.5

V
V

3

mV

10

n

1

I1A

high
impedance

Leakage current

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Product Specification

TDA2595

Horizontal Combination

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vee = 12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Coincidence detector '/13 (Pin 13)
V,3-5
V'3_5
V,3_5

Output voltage
without coincidence with composite video signal
without coincidence without composite video signal (noise)
With coincidence with composite video signal

1'3
-1'3

Output current
without coincidence with composite video signal
with coincidence with composite video signal

1'3
1'3(av)

Switching current
at V'3-5 = Vce-0.5V
at V'3-5 = 0.5V (average value)

1
2
6

V
V
V

50
300

J,1A
J,1A
100
100

J,1A
J,1A

Phase comparison '/12 (Pins 2 and 3)'
L:it

Phase relation between middle of the horizontal sync
pulse and the middle of the line flyback pulse
at tFP = 12J.1s2

2.6 ± 0.7

J.1S

L:ill L:it

If additional adjustment is required, it can be arranged
by applying a current at Pin 3, such that for
applied current:

30

J,1Allls

Input for line flyback pulse (Pin 2)
V2- 5

Switching level for '/12 comparison

3

V

V2- 5

Switching level for horizontal blanking and flyback control

3

V

-0.7
+4.5

V
V

1

mA
IlA

V2- 5

Input voltage limiting

12
12

Switching current
at horizontal flyback
at horizontal scan

0.01

2

Phase detector output (Pin 3)
± 13

Control current for '/12

L:it 2.15V

2.5

3

V

2.3

mA

3.3

mA

TV transmitter Identification (Pin 12)
V12 - 5
V12 - 5

Output voltage
no TV transmitter
TV transmitter identified

1
7

V
V

Mute output (Pin 7)
V7- 5

Output voltage at 17 = 3mA; no TV transmitter

0.5

V

R7-5

Output resistance at 17 = 3mA; no TV transmitter

100

n

17

Output leakage current at V 12 - 5
TV transmitter identified

5

p.A

> 3V;

Protection circuit (beam currentlEHT voltage protection) (Pin 8)
V

VS-5

No-load voltage for Is = 0 (operative condition)

VS-5

Threshold at positive-going voltage

8 ±0.8

V

VS-5

Threshold at negative-going voltage

4 ±OA

V

60

p.A

3

kn

10

j.IS

±Is

Current limiting for VS-5 = 1 to 8.5V

RS-5

Input resistance for V S - 5

td

Response delay of threshold switch

> 8.5V

6

Control output of line flyback pulse control (Pin 1)
V1-5sat

Saturation voltage at standard operation; 11 =3mA

11

Output leakage current in case of break in transmission

0.5

V

5

p.A

NOTES:

1. Phase comparison between horizontal oscillator and the line flyback pulse. Generation of a phase-modulated ('1'2) horizontal output pulse with constant
duration.

2. tF? is the line flyback pulse duration.
3. Three-level sandcastle pulse.

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AN158
Features of the TDA2595
Synchronization Processor
Application Note
I-->

Linear Products
FEATURES
• Positive video input, capacitive
coupled (source impedance
< 200Q)
• Adaptive sync slicer at 50% of
sync pulse amplitude
• Internal vertical pulse separator
with double-slope integrator
• Outputstage for vertical sync
pulse or composite sync
depending on the load. Both are
switched off by mute
• ¢1 phase control between H-sync
and OSCillator
• Coincidence detector ¢3 for
automatic time-constant
switching, overruled by the VCRswitch

• Time-constant switch between
two external time-constants or
loop-gain switch both controlled
by coincidence detector ¢3
• IP1 gating pulse controlled by
coincidence detector IP3
• Mute circuit depending on TV
transmitter Identification
• IP2 phase control between line
flyback and oscillator. The slicing
levels for IP2 control and line
blanking can be set separately
• Burst keying and line blanking
pulse generation, combined with
clamping of field blanking pulse
(triple-level sandcastle)

• H-drlve output with constant duty
cycle inhibited by the protection
circuit or the supply voltage
detector
• Detector for too low supply
voltage
• Protection circuit switching off Hdrive output continuously if input
voltage Is below 4V or higher
than 8V
• Line flyback control causing lineblanking level at sandcastle
output continuously In case of
missing flyback pulse
• Spot-suppressor controlled by
the line flyback control

t-·"

TDA2595

H/COMP. SYNC

III

PHASE

H

SYNC
SEP

1

DET.

1
v

HOR
OSC

LOOP
FILTER

...........

3

¢1

OSCILLATOR '0'8 SYNC
loss of sync

¢2

FLYBACK vs OSCILLATOR
storage time variations: video shift

2

DET.

I

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Appli=tion Note

Features of the TDA2595 Synchronization Processor

<1>, TIMING REFERENCE
I

Q>1 DETECTOR CURRENT

------~~~'----~------------!

. . 1.--r:==7.==1:1==-;=-------.1==1'-I

~

I

4··

VIDEO
IDENTIFICATION PULSE

I
____~B~U~~T~K~~PU~L~SE~_J~==~2~·jl-·---·~L-------

i
I

-l
---1<----:
L

f--•.ss-1!-______.T_IM_IN_G_R_EFE__RE_N_CE___

II

I•

11----+t.l-.----11---+/·1

_----'I:

.

¢2 DETECTOR CURRENT

Figure 2. Timing Diagram

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RETRACE

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Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

Features of the TDA2595 Synchronization Processor

SYNC SEPARATOR
Adaptive sync separator to slice H-sync at
50 % and V-sync at 25 % independent on
sync-amplitude. This is to insure immunity
against deteriorated sync impulses. The black
level is stored on a capacitor which is fed to
the positive video-signal (source impedance
200.\1) into Pin 11. The slicing level is detected internally and stored in a capacitor at
Pin 12.
The internal vertical integrator has a delay of
4511S and is of the double-slope type to avoid
jitter and to improve noise immunity.

to ground, ground is electrically disconnected
Irom Pin 17.

To achieve a small phase adjustment a small
current may be injected into Pin 3.

If the oscillator is locked in and Pin 13 not
connected to ground, Pin 18 switches to high
impedance and thus the loop filter to the
"long" time-constant.

The aim of having two different thresholds at
the flyback input is to determine the performance of the <1>2 loop, e.g., a straight vertical
center line, by the amplitude 01 the applied
flyback pulse without affecting the blanking
time.

By switching loop gain or loop time-constant,
the lock in condition 01 the oscillator is not
disturbed. This enables a last search tuning
using the TV transmitter identification (mute)
as a search stop.

VERTICAL/COMPOSITE SYNC

To increase noise immunity the phase detector is inhibited during horizontal retrace and
vertical retrace if the oscillator is locked in
and Pin 13 not connected to ground or V+.

The output stage at Pin 9 delivers a positive
vertical pulse or a positive composite sync
signal if the current drain is higher than 3mA.

COINCIDENCE DETECTOR CPa

If no TV transmitter is detected, the output is
switched to ground. The source impedance is
low-ohmic.

15kHz VCO
The veo is a current controlled ramp oscillator with 4911S rise time and 15!lS fall time. The
timing capacitor is connected to Pin 16; the
control current has to be fed into Pin 14.
While adjusting fo, Pin 12 should be connected to ground.
The oscillator generates the following signals
(see timing diagram Figure 2):
- timing reference for <1>1
- gating pulse for <1>1
- reference pulse lor video identification
circuit and coincidence detector 2

CP1 PHASE CONTROL
The phase control <1>1 compares the <1>1 timing
reference 01 the veo with the center of the
H-sync signal and converts the time difference into a proportional current at Pin 17.
The external low-pass filter at Pin 17 determines the time constant and the catching and
tracking range of the yeo.
If Pin 18 is connected to the V+, the loop
gain is increased 4 times as long as the
oscillator is not locked in or Pin 13 is connected to ground or V+ (VeR switch).
If Pin 18 is connected as shown in the circuit
diagram, Pin 18 has the same voltage as Pin
17 as long as the oscillator is not locked in or
Pin 13 is connected to ground. Due to this the
"long" time constant connected from Pin 18

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The coincidence circuit detects whether there
is coincidence between the H-sync pulse and
a 8!lS impulse generated by the yeo. The
capacitor at Pin 13 is discharged continuously
by 8!lS current pulses of 50!lA. If there is
coincidence, the capacitor is additionally
charged by H-sync pulses of 350!lA.
If the voltage at Pin 13 exceeds 3V, the loop
gain is reduced and the loop time constant is
switched to the "long" value.
If the voltage exceeds 4.5V, the phase detector <1>1 is gated to improve noise immunity.

MUTE CIRCUIT
The mute circuit detects whether there is
coincidence between the H-sync impulse and
a 811S impulse generated by the yeo. The
capacitor at Pin 12 is discharged during syncpulses of 50!lA and by 811S current pulses of
50!lA. If there is coincidence, the capacitor is
additionally charged by H-sync pulses 01
450!lA.
If the voltage at Pin 12 exceeds 4V, mute is
released and the mute output at Pin 7 is
switched to high impedance. Although the
coincidence detector 2 compares the center of
the positive flyback pulse at Pin 2 at a
threshold of 3V with the <1>2 timing reference.
The time difference is converted into a proportional current at Pin 3. Loop gain and timeconstant are influenced by the external components at Pin 3. The voltage at Pin 3 in turn
controls the phase shift.

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SUPER SANDCASTLE
For burst keying and vertical and horizontal
blanking there is a 3 level pulse at Pin 6.
The burst keying part is driven from the veo
and is 411S wide. Due to its small tolerances in
widths and phase it keys the burst very
exactly and is suitable as black level clamping
pulse.
The blanking part is derived from the line
flyback pulse at Pin 2 at a threshold of 0.2V. If
no flyback is applied to Pin 2, there will be
continuous blanking level superimposed by
the burst keying pulse.
The frame blanking part has to be fed in
externally as a 2mA current.

HORIZONTAL DRIVE
The H-drive output is an open-collector output at Pin 4. The output pulse has a constant
aspect ratio of 45.3% off and 54.7% on
dependent upon the line frequency. An internal guard logic insures that there will be high
level during flyback. The output is inhibited by
the protection circuit also il the supply voltage
is below 4V. In both cases the line flyback
vanishes and by this the spot suppressor is
activated.

SPOT SUPPRESSOR
The spot suppressor is an open collector
output at Pin 1. II no flyback impulses are
detected at Pin 2, the output switches to high
impedance and remains there as long as the
flyback pulses are missing even if the supply
voltage vanishes during that time.

PROTECTION CIRCUIT
The protection circuit is activated if the voltage at Pin 8 exceeds 8V or decreases below
4V. One 01 both thresholds may be used (as
indicated in Figures 4a and b) to have X-ray
protection or overcurrent protection.
If activated, the H-drive is inhibited by this and
the line Ilyback vanishes and in turn the spot
suppressor is activated.
The protection circuit is reset if the supply
voltage decreases below 4V, e.g., the set is
switched off.

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Application Note

Features of the TDA2595 Synchronization Processor

AN158

TDA25959-8_ _--1I.~_ _~-.v ~8V

.....

~
INPUT X-RAY PROTECTION

a_ Input X-ray Protection

V+

TDA 2595 ¢-'-8---I~~~:I---""-U ';4V

b. Input Over Current Protection
Figure 4

I

February 1987

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Signetics

TDA8432
Computer-Controlled Deflection
Processor for Video Displays
Objective Specification

Linear Products
PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA8432 is an 12 C bus-controlled
deflection processor (analog picture geometry processor) which contains the
control and drive functions of the deflection circuits in a computer-controlled TV
(CCTV) or monitor. This IC replaces all
picture geometry settings which are performed manually during manufacturing.
The alignment of 10 picture geometry
parameters for the vertical and horizontal deflection is accomplished by means
of a microcontroller via the 12C bus.
Furthermore, it eliminates the external
components needed for adjusting the
horizontal frequency and phase position,
vertical linearity, picture height, eastwest parabola, and picture width. The
east-west shaping circuit is also eliminated. Provisions have been incorporated
to make several sync processor
(TDA2579 and TDA2595) functions 12C
bus-controllable.

_ 12C bus Interface for all functions
- Input for vertical sync from sync
processor
- Vertical sawtooth generator with
frequency-Independent amplitude
- Vertical output stage with
feedback input for driving a
vertical deflection amplifier
- East-west raster correction drive
output
- EHT modulation input, providing
optimum picture geometry
compensation for static and
dynamic EHT load variations
- 12C bus-controlled alignment of
10 deflection parameters
- Provisions for controlling a sync
processin~ IC which does not
have an I C bus interface,
including:
- Two digital-to-analog converters
for alignment of the freerunning horizontal frequency
and horizontal phase position
- An I/O pin enabling computer
alignment of the free-running
horizontal frequency
- A special purpose 4-level
output for time constant
switching of the horizontal
phase-locked loop
- A special purpose 3-level input
for detection of the mute
function and the 50Hz/60Hz
state of the sync processor
- A switchable output (e.g_, for
contrOlling a video source
selector)

APPLICATIONS
- Video monitors
- Color TV receivers

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EHTCOMP
23

VBLANKOUT

~LfTUDE

~H

3

IREFRES 4
VFaCAP

5

~gW~:~ 6
~~7
~~8

(Swri'cUJi

8

(f.ADJU~

10

I~~u;r~

11
1
10PVIEW

BND1

Signetics Linear Products

Objective Specification

Computer-Controlled Deflection Processor for Video Displays

TDA8432

BLOCK DIAGRAM
OUT

I/O

Vee

IN

10

17

+12V

11

12

r---~---

TES!"
.".

SOL
SDA

Ao

GROUND

18
L _______J-1---O
GROUND

.".

12x
DAC

15
14
16

I2cBUS

GEOMETRY
CONTROL

22
CSNN

February 1987

___~~13~~

23
CAMPL

9·63

> __+1.:..9_

EWDR'VE

20
>----+--~

VDRIVE

21
EHT-COMP

V'EEDBACK

•

Objective Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA8432

Computer-Controlled Deflection Processor for Video Displays

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

Vee

RATING

UNIT

Supply voltage (Pin 17)

14

V

Switching voltage (Pin 5)

8

V

-10

mA

PARAMETER

Output currents of each pin to ground (Pins 11 and 12)
Maximum short-circuit time outputs
TSTG

Storage temperature

TA

Operating temperature

TJ

Junction temperature

IJJA

Thermal resistance

10

sec

-55 to + 150

·G

-25 to 80

·G

+150

·G

75

·G/W

RECOMMENDED OPERATING CONDITIONS In application circuit Figure 1 at TA ~ 25·G and Vee ~ 12V, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Vee

Supply voltage (Pins 17 - 20, 10)

lee

Supply current (Pin 17)

Typ

10
42

Max

13.2

V

55

mA

Switching voltage VHF (Pin 5)

0

1.5

V

Switching voltage hyperband

2

3.5

V

Switching voltage UHF (Pin 5)

4

5

V

0.2

mA

Switching current UHF (Pin 15)

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

VHF mixer including IF, measurement in circuit of Figure 1
fR

Frequency range: printed circuit board

50

300

MHz

9
10
12

dB
dB
dB

Noise Figure 1 (Pin 23) 50MHz
225M Hz
300M Hz

7.5
9
10

Optimum source admittance (Pin 23) 50MHz
225MHz
300M Hz

0.5
1.1
1.2

mmho
mmho
mmho

Input conductance (Pin 23) 50MHz
225M Hz
300M Hz

0.23
0.5
0.67

mmho
mmho
mmho

GIN

Input capacitance (Pin 23) 50MHz - 300M Hz

VIN

Input voltage for 1 % X mod in channel (Pin 23)

97

VIN

Input voltage for 10kHz pulling (in channel) (Pin 23)

100

108

Av

Voltage gain

22

24.5

~

2010g (V l1 - 12 1V23) (Pins 11 -12, 23)

2

pF

100

dBJlV
dBJlV
27

dB

VHF mixer

Conversion transadmittance mixer ~ SG = 1151V23
(Pins 15, 16-23)

February 1987

~

-1161V23

3.8

mmho

Output admittance mixer (Pins 15 - 16)

0.1

mmho

Output capacitance mixer (Pins 15 - 16)

2

pF

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Signetics Linear Products

Objective Specification

Computer-Controlled Deflection Processor for Video Displays

TDA8432

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

VHF oscillator
fR

330

MHz

Shift Vs = 10%; 70 to 330MHz

Frequency range

70

200

kHz

Drift T = 15°; 70 to 330MHz

250

kHz

Drift from 5 seconds to 15 minutes after switching on

200

kHz

470

MHz

10
10

dB
dB

Hyperband mixer including IF (measured in circuit of Figure 12) (measurements with hybrid)
fR

Frequency range

300

Noise figure (Pins 21, 22) 300MHz
470MHz

8
8

Input reflection coefficient (Pins 21, 22) 300M Hz IS1115
phase
470MHz IS111
phase
Input available power Pav for 1% X-mod
in-channel (Pins 21, 22)

300M Hz
470MHz

10kHz pulling (in-channel) (Pins 21, 22) 470MHz
N + 5 - 1MHz pulling3 (Pins 21, 22) 470MHz
Gain = 4 300M Hz
470MHz

34
34

-4.4
+162
-4,7
+151

dB
deg
dB
deg

-19
-19

dBm
dBm

-11
-29

dBm
dBm

37
37

40
40

dB
dB

520

MHz

Hyperband oscillator
Frequency range (MHz)

330

Shift £lVs = 5%

400

kHz

Drift £IT= 15°

500

kHz

600

kHz

Drift from 5 seconds to 15 minutes after switching on
Input reflection coefficient (Pins 4 - 5) IS111
at f = 330MHz
phase

TBD
TBD

dB
deg

UHF mixer including IF (Pins 18 and 19) (measured in circuit of Figure 12) (measurements with hybrid)
Frequency range
Noise figure

470

470MHz
860M Hz

Input reflection coefficient

Input available power PAV for
1% X-mod in-channel
10kHz pulling (in-channel)
N + 5-1MHz pulling 3

8
9
470MHz IS111
phase
860MHz
phase

Gain = 4 470MHz
860MHz

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MHz

10
11

dB
dB

-4
+157
-4.2
+138

deg

-19
-19

dBm
dBm

-42

-10
-35

dBm
dBm

34
34

37
37

470MHz
860M Hz
860MHz
820MHz

860

deg

40
40

dB
dB

Signetics Linear Products

Objective Specification

Computer-Controlled Deflection Processor for Video Displays

TDA8432

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

UHF oscillator
Frequency range (MHz)

fR

= 5%
.:lT = 25°C

500

Shift t:Ns
Drift

to 40°C

Drift from 5 seconds to 15 minutes after switching on

900

MHz

400

kHz

500

kHz

300

kHz

IF amplifier

'" I
S21
S12
S22

measured at 36M Hz, differentially

Mod

Phase

-0.5
12

-1
160

dB/deg
dB/deg

-41
-7.9

-5.2
13.7

dB/deg
dB/deg

37

100

LO output (Pin 2)
Output voltage into 75n
Output reflection coefficient

f';;;330MHz

14

(VHF position) S22
(Hyperband and UHF) at 500MHz

Spurious signal on LO output wrt LO output signal, measured in
75n with RF signal level at Pin 24 1V';;; 225MHz
0.3V 225M Hz - 300MHz

-10

dB

Harmonics of LO signal wrt LO signal, measured in 75n

-10

dB

NOTES:
1. The Pins 2, 5, II, 12. 13. 14 withstand the ESD test.
2. Measured with an. input circuit for optimum noise figure.
3. The values have been corrected for hybrid and cable losses. The symmetrical output impendance of the hybrid is 1DOn.
4. The input level of an N + 5 - 1MHz signal which is just visible (Amtsblatt 69).
5. The gain is defined as the transducer gain measured in Figure 1 + the voltage transformation ratio of L6-l7. The ratio is 6:1 (16dB).
6. All S parameters are referred to a 50n system.

C3

I~

T
NOTES:
Component values: F = 50MHz

F= 225MHz

F = 300MHz

L1 ~L2~
Cl =
C2~

C3=
RMElectrical parameters of the circuit are (for appropriate impedance and selectivity)
Insertion loss
VSWR without IC
VSWR with IC
Impedance of tuned circuit without

IC at

VSWR~

1

Image suppression
Output impedance (source for IC)

Figure 1

February 1987

mV
dB/deg
dB/deg

TBD
TBD

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Signetics

Section 10
Color Decoding and Encoding

Linear Products

AN155A
TDA3505
TDA3563
AN156
TDA3564
TDA3566
TDA3567
TDA4555/56
AN1551
TDA4565
TDA4570
TDA4580
TDA8442
TDA84431
8443A
TEA2000
AN1561

INDEX
Multi·Standard Color Decoder With Picture Improvement............. 10-3
Chroma Control Circuit........................................................ 10-11
NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs ........................................... 10-18
Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563 ............................ 10-25
NTSC Decoder.................................................................. 10-38
PALINTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs .................................... 10-47
NTSC Color Decoder.......................................................... 10-60
Multi·standard Color Decoder................................................ 10-67
Single·Chip Multi·standard Color Decoder TDA4555/4556............ 10-73
Color Transient Improvement Circuit (CTI)................................ 10-82
NTSC Color Difference Decoder............................................ 10-86
Video Control Combination Circuit With Automatic
Cut·Off Control .................................................................. 10-91
Quad DAC With 12C Interface ............................................... 10-1 01

RGB/YUV Switch ............................................................... 10-107
NTSC/PAL Color Encoder .................................................... 10-116
Applications of the TEA2000 Digital RGB Color Encoder ............ 10-121

Signetics

AN155A
Multi-Standard Color Decoder
With Picture Improvement
Application Note

Linear Products

The decoder concept presented here comprises a multi-standard color decoder and a
video combination. The concept can also be
extended by means of a picture improvement
circuit.
A brief overview will first be given to clarify
this arrangement. Figure 1 shows the block
diagram of a complete color decoder from the
CVBS interface up to the picture tube. There
are switchable filters for separation of the
luminance and chrominance signals from one
another. Only one IC is necessary for the
demodulation of four color standards.
The output signals are the standard-independent color difference signals (B-Y) and (R-V),
Le., U and V. The baseband signals (Le., color
difference signals and luminance signal Y)
can either be directly supplied to the video
combination or they can be supplied via a
signal processor IC as shown here.
The video combination comprises all functions for advanced video signal processing.
The RGB output signals of the IC can be fed
to the video final stages directly.
The interface selected in this decoder concept, with the baseband signals as input
signals of the video combination, also permits
new circuit concepts to be introduced; e.g.,
the delay line which is required for PAL and
SECAM can be realized with CCD lines.
Picture improvement circuits with picture
memories can also be added.

The Color Transient Improvement (CTI) IC
which is incorporated in Figure 1 was also
developed for this interface. Two functions
are integrated in this circuit: a transient improvement for a better picture, and a Y delay
line in gyrator technique to replace the previously-required wound line.
In the past, multi-standard color decoders
(MSD) have been built up with a number of
integrated circuits. Parallel working concepts
are known, and also transcoder concepts
specially for PAL and SECAM. The decoders
of the various standards require circuit blocks
of the same type; this applies in particular to
the quadrature amplitude modulation standards (QAM standards) PAL and NTSC, but
also to a large extent to the FM standard
SECAM. Therefore, an obvious approach for
the integration of a multi-standard decoder on
one chip is to make use of as many circuit
blocks as possible in common for the different standards in order to minimize the components and, also, the crystal area required.
Under the condition of automatic standard
identification, as is already the state of the art
for present MSD concepts, multiple utilization
of the circuit blocks can only be realized if
automatic standard identification is effected
by sequential standard scanning. A system of
this kind gives the great advantage that the
entire decoder, including the filters, can be
designed in the optimum way for the individual standards.

EXTERNAL RGB -

SWITCHING
VOLTAGE

SWITCHING VOLTAGES

The single-chip multi-standard decoder
TDA45551TDA4556 is examined fully in
AN1551. Please refer to AN1551 for application information.

The Video Combination
IC-TDA3505
The video combination IC incorporates all
setting functions for color picture reproduction. A black current stabilizing circuit is
provided. This saves three tuning operations
and also automatically regulates operatingpoint changes due to warming up after
switch-on and to aging.
RGB signal inputs are provided for signal
supply from RGB sources via the audio/video
plug, e.g., from cameras or from internal
teletext decoders.
Figure 2 shows the block diagram of the input
part of this IC. The two color difference
signals -(R-Y) and -(B-Y) are fed in via
capacitors and clamped in the input stages to
reference values. After the saturation control
stages, the - (G-Y) signal is generated with
the (G-Y) matrix. These color difference signals, together with the Y-signal which is also
clamped in the input stage, are converted to
the R, G, and B signals in the R, G, and B
matrix.

SIGNALS

---"-A G B

VIDEO
FINAL STAGES

-R

eyas

PAL

NTSC

CONTRAST
BRIGHTNESS

Figure 1. Block Diagram of the Multi-Standard Color Decoder

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•

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AN155A

STORAGE

RGB-INPUT SIGNALS

CAPACITORS

1Vpp

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CONTR. YOLT

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SWITCHING
VOLTAGE

2 _ ~~3V
1~ 3V
CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SANDCASTLE
CONTR. VOLT CONTROL
PULSE
OUTPUT FOR
VOLTAGE
PEAK BEAM

-...A;-

25

CURRENT LIMITING

Figure 2. Front Part of the Video Combination TDA3505
Switching stages, together with a switching
matrix and a driver stage for the switching,
permit the choice between the picture signals
from the color difference and Y inputs, or
from the R, G, B inputs. When the R, G, B
signals from the R, G, B inputs are selected,
they are added to the black levels, which are
simultaneously inserted. The switching times
between blanking, insertion, and changeover
are about SOns and are so small that there
are no visible errors in the picture. If the RGB
inputs are constantly connected, synchroni·
zation with the other signals is not necessary.
The signals also pass through the contrastand brightness-control stages. A peak beam
current limitation can be effected via an input
to a threshold level switching circuit. The
threshold level circuit then reduces the contrast-control voltage. Average beam current
limitation is effected directly via the contrastcontrol voltage, whereby under certain circumstances the brightness control is also
reduced via an internal diode.
All the pulses required in the IC, and especially for the black current stabilization which will
be explained later, are derived from the
sandcastle pulse.
Signal processing is effected in parallel in
three R, G, B channels and, therefore, the
description and explanation will continue to
be limited to the R channel.
Figure 3 shows the functional block diagram
of the black current stabilizer. The R signal is
blanked out and a measuring pulse is inserted
February 1987

for the black current measurement. A subsequent limiter stage prevents overdriving of the
video final stages. A control stage is provided
for white-point adjustment, which can be
effected by means of a DC setting voltage.
There is an adding stage in which the voltage
from the black current stabilization circuit is
added to the R signal. The output stage of the
IC can feed the video final stage directly. Its
output voltage is supplied via a PNP measuring transistor to the cathode of the CRT. The
collector circuit includes a measuring resistor
at which voltage drops occur at the respective sequential measuring times; these are
due on the one hand to any leakage currents
which occur and on the other hand to dark
current with leakage currents. These voltages
are given to the IC. Following a buffer stage,
the measurement voltage for the leakage
currents is stored on the capaCitor CL. Switch
SL is only closed at the time when the signal
is blanked and no signal current can flow.
During the black level measurement time, a
reference voltage of O.SV is subtracted from
the voltage to be measured and then compared in a comparator circuit with the stored
voltage for the leakage currents. Switch Sd is
only closed during the black measurement
time and closes the control loop. Capacitor
Cd stores the control voltage.
A dark current of 10iJ.A is not too small for
reliable evaluation and not too big, so that if it
is in the right time position no disturbing
effects are visible on the screen.

10-4

Insertion of the measurement pulses and
their evaluation is sequential; this means that
from the measuring resistor through the measurement input and leakage current storage
up to and including the comparator circuit,
these circuits only have to be realized once
and are used for all three channels.
Figure 4 shows the time positions of the
various measurement pulse insertions and
evaluations. The measurement pulses are
after the vertical flyback pulse and are thus
above the upper picture edge in the overscan.
The R, G, B signals are blanked up to the
inserted measurement pulses. The leakage
current of all channels is measured in the line
before the first measurement pulse. This is
followed by the measurement pulses and
their evaluation in the sequence red, green,
blue.
A comprehensive application diagram with
the video combination TDA3S0S and the
video final stages is shown in Figure S.
For two sets of external RGB inputs and
larger video input bandwidth, the TDA4S80
can be used in place of the TDA3S0S (see
Figure 6).

The Color Transient
Improvement IC - TDA4565
A complete multi-standard decoder can be
built with the two ICs described above. A third
IC, which can be interconnected in the color
difference interface, can be used for color

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Multi-Standard Color Decoder With Picture Improvement

G

j
MEASURING
RESISTOR
(ONLVONE)
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MEASURING INPUT
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..

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WHITE POINT

r

CONTR.VOLT

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-

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STORAGE CAPACITOR
FOR DARK CURRENT
"A" CHANNEL

I
-=-

CL

STORAGE CAPACITOR
FOR THE LEAKAGE CURRENT

(ONLV ONE FOR THE THREE CHANNELS)

Figure 3. Functional Block Diagram for the Dark Current Stabilization With the Video Combination TDA3505 (R-channel)

122 123 824

us l'

2

3 4

5

8

7

8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 "

20 21 22 23 24 25 28 27 28

YIDEOSIGNAL
WITH VERTICAL
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A

AI A

A

~I

A

A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

.
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V;ERT'CAL.l.ANK'NQPUL8E
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Figure 4. Position of the Measuring Lines of the Video Combination TDA3505

The Color Transient
Improvement IC - TDA4565
A complete multi-standard decoder can be
built with the two ICs described above. A third
IC, which can be interconnected in the color
difference interface, can be used for color
picture improvements by means of transient
improvement of the color difference signals.
In Figure 7, the signal characteristics a) and
b) show a transient in the Y and color
difference signal. The rise time of the color
February 1987

difference signal is longer, corresponding to
the smaller bandwidth. A delay line in the Y
channel coordinates the centers of the transients as shown in Figure 7c.

7d. It is now clear that- as shown in Figure
7e - a correspondingly longer delay is necessary for the Y signal in order to achieve
coincidence of the transients.

In deviation from the previous signal processing, with the Color Transient Improvement IC,
the color difference transient does not occur
until the input signal transient is finished, but
then occurs with a steepness corresponding
to that of the Y signal. The characteristic of
this color difference signal is shown in Figure

Color signal transmissions, especially of test
pictures coming via this CTI circuit, appear on
the screen with the same color definition as
RGB transmissions.

10-5

Figure 8 gives an explanation of the CTI
function: the simplified circuits are shown on
the left and the signals occurring at these are

•

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Multi-Standard Color Decoder With Picture Improvement

SIGNALS TO CATHODES OF CRT

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February 1987

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AN155A

RGB - SIGNAL INPUTS

1---"
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SWITCHING VOLTAGES

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FSW1

VIDEO
FINAL STAGES

eves

SWITCHABLE
CHROMA FILTERS

VIDEO
COMBINATION

AND

TDA4580

CHROMA mAPS

G

PAL
NTSC

CONTRAST

BRIGHTNESS

Figure 6. Multi-Standard Decoder Using the TDA4580

SIGNALS WITH FASTEST TRANSIENT
GIVEN BY THE STANOARD:
Y-5IGNAL WITHOUT DELAY

CD-5IGNAL (NORMAL)

Y-SIGNAL
WITH NORMAL DELAY TO ADAPT
THE MIDDLES OF THE TRANSIENTS

•

CD·SIGNAL
TRANSIENT IMPROVED

~~----------~~V-SIGNAL
WITH LONGER DELAY TO ADAPT
THE MIDDLES OF THE TRANSIENTS

:,,---------.)...+

,II

800ns---+...j'

0.2

0.4

.s

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

Figure 7. Y-delay Time for CD Signals With and Without Transient Improvement
shown on the right. Part" A" shows a color
difference input signal with a fast positive
transient corresponding to the maximum
bandwidth of the color difference signal.
The subsequent negative signal characteristics are slower. In this circuit, the input signal
is supplied after an impedance transformer
via a switch and a further impedance transformer to the output. A storage capacitor is
connected between the switch and the output
impedance transformer, and is charged by
the input impedance transformer in accordance with the signal characteristic.
Processing of the switching signal is affected
by differentiation of the color difference signal, followed by full·wave rectification. Figure
February 1987

8b shows the signals obtained in this way,
which are supplied to a comparator via a
high-pass filter. A diode at the high-pass filter
reduces the charge reversal time and, thus,
the dead time for generation of a switching
signal for transients following in rapid succession. A comparator with threshold voltage
generates a switching voltage as shown in
Figure 8d from the signal of 8c when the
threshold voltage is exceeded, and this triggers the switch. The switch is thus opened at
the beginning of a transient and the voltage is
maintained by the storage capacitor at the
time before the transient. After completion of
a fast transient, the switch is closed and the
capacitor's charge is changed in approximately 150ns to the voltage after the tran-

10-7

sient. The effect of a slower transient characteristic is shown in the second part of the
signal in Figure 8c. Only a small part is
affected. For even slower characteristics, the
differential quotient is so small that the
threshold voltage is no longer exceeded and
there is no effect on the signal. Thus, for the
most part, only transients having a steepness
approaching the system limit are improved,
whereas slower signal characteristics remain
unchanged.
Figure 10 shows the entire block diagram with
external circuitry of the CTI IC.
The lower CTI section affects signal processing for the two color difference signals in
parallel circuits, as already described. Only

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Application Note

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one switching signal forming stage is incorporated, and this is triggered by the differentiating stage of the two channels. Thus, the
signal switches will always work in parallel, so
that transient improvement is also parallel in
the two channels.
The transient-improved color difference signals require a longer Y signal delay line with a
delay time of up to 1000ns, which is additionally realized in this IC in gyrator technique.
A selection capability has been incorporated
for the delay time, by means of a switching

voltage, since the total required delay time is
dependent on the overall television receiver
concept. The delay line comprises a total of
11 gyrator all-pass elements with a delay time
of 90ns each, making a total of 990ns. The
group delay and frequency behavior of the
gyrator delay line is very good up to 5MHz.
A switching stage permits optional by-pass of
one, two, or three of these elements, so that
a minimum of 8 x 90ns = 720ns is effective.
The transient improvement of the color difference signal makes coincidence errors with

CD - INPUT SIGANL
-...-----~

DIFFERENTIATING FILTER
DOUBLE REcnFlER

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SIGNAL
TRANSIENT
IMPROVED

Figure 8. Function of CTI

February 1987

10-8

AN155A

respect to the Y signal especially visible. A
slight increase in delay time by 45ns has
therefore been provided for fine tuning, working via an IC pin to be connected to ground.
A signal tapping is available before the last
delay element for a further picture improvement capability by means of deflection modulation.
'Figure 11 depicts the circuit diagram of the
TDA4565.

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+12V
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......... v
3.5_.5.5V
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NOTE:

... The TDA4565 is a high-performance TDA4560.

Figure 9. Block Diagram of Picture-Improvement Ie TDA4S6S'

February 1987

10-9

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V15f18
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Figure 10. Various Combinations Used to Implement the Multi-Standard Color Decoder

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TDA3505

Signetics

Chroma Control Circuit
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3505 performs the control functions in a PAL/SECAM decoder, which
also comprises the TDA3510 (PAL decoder) and/or TDA3530 (SECAM decoder).

• Capacitive coupling of the color
difference and luminance input
signals with black level clamping
in the input stages
• Linear saturation control in the
color difference stages

The required input signals are: luminance and color difference - (R-Y) and
-(B-Y), while linear RGB signals can be
inserted from external sources. RGB
output signals are delivered for driving
the video output stages. This circuit
provides automatic cut-off control of the
picture tube.

PIN CONFIGURATION

• (G-Y) and RGB matrix

• Linear transmission of inserted
signals
• Equal black levels for inserted
and matrixed signals
• 3 identical channels for the RGB
signals
• Linear contrast and brightness
control, operating on both the
inserted and matrixed RGB
signals
• Peak beam current limiting input
• Horizontal and vertical blanking
and clamping of the three input
signals obtained via a 3-level
sandcastle pulse
• DC gain controls for each of the
RGB output signals (white point
adjustment)
• Emitter-follower outputs for
driving the RGB output stages
• Input for automatic cut-off
control of the picture tube
• Compensation for leakage
current of the picture tube

N Package
2B STORAGE CAP:

RED
SIGNAL OUT
STORCAP:
CUT.()FF
GREEN
SIGNAL OUT
STORCAP:
CUT'()FF
BLUE SIGNAL
OUT

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CAP
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CAP
STORAGE
CAP
SANDCASTLE
PULSE IN
SIGNAL
SWITCH IN

20 BRIGHTNESS
CON vou IN

19

;g~~~ON

18 Il-YIN

B SIGNAL IN

16 ~H:ONTROL

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APPLICATIONS
• Video processing
• TV receivers

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

January 14, 1987

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-20·C to + 80·C

TDA3505N

10-11

853-0123 87195

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Chroma Control Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM (PART A)
SIGNAL INSERTION (1 V)

R

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114

B

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January 14, 1987

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SWITCHING VOLTAGE

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CURRENT
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FOR PEAK BEAM

CURRENT LIMITING

10·12

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CONTRAST
CONTROL
VOLTAGE
(2 TO 4.3V)

20
BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
VOLTAGE
~T03V)

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Chroma Control Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM (PART B)
WHITE POINT ADJUSTMENT

r:L r.:J.. 0... sroRAGE CAPACItoRS
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(0 TO 12V)

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SANOCASTLE
DETECTOR

I---+-f--+,--I,f--~""""""""'l'

H

____________

(3 x)

t

1

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL
Vee

= VS-24

V2S-24
V25-24
V1O-24
V11 - 24
V1S. 19, 20-24
V21, 22, 23-24
No external
DC voltage

PARAMETER
Supply voltage
Voltages with respect to Pin 24
Pin 26
Pin 25
Pin 10
Pin 11
Pins 16, 19, 20
Pins 21, 22, 23
Pins 1, 3, 5; 2, 4, 28; 7, 8, 9;

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

Vee
Vee
Vee
-0.5 to 3
0.5 Vee
Vee

V
V
V
V
V
V

3
10
5
5

mA
mA
mA
mA

12, 13, 14; 15, 17, 18; 27

-11,3,5
119
120
-125

Currents
Pins 1, 3, 5
Pin 19
Pin 20
Pin 25

PTOT

Total power diSSipation

1.7

W

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

°C

January 14, 1987

~
~

~ CURRENT" INFORMATION

BLANKING PULSE

10-13

BLUE

11i

5;R-

G

B

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FROM LEAKAGE

CURRENT OF RLOAD

~~:;:~F

26

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GREEN

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LINE 21(1)

(1) AFTER START

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LINES 21 TO 24(1)

COU:TER

CONT~ROLLED
OUTPUT
STAGE

+ +

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INSERTION
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CONTR~OLlED
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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA3505

Chroma Control Circuit

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The following characteristics are measured in a circuit similar to Figure 1;
Vee = 12V; TA = 2SoC; V18-24IP-P) = 1.33V; V17-24IP'P) = 1.0SV; V15-24IP-P)
V12.13.14-24IP-P) = lV, unless otherwise specified.

= O.4SV;

LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Vee = V6- 24

Supply voltage range

16 = Icc

Supply current

Typ

10.B

Max
13.2

V
mA

B5

Color difference inputs
V18 - 24IP-P)

- (B-Y) input signal at Pin 1B (peak-to-peak value)

1.33

V

V17 - 24IP'P)

-(R-Y) input signal at Pin 17 (peak-to-peak value)

1.0S

V

117. 18

Input current during scanning

R17, 18-24

Input resistance

V17,18-24
V16-24
V16 - 24
V16 - 24
116

1
100

Internal DC voltage due to clamping

4.2

Saturation control at Pin 16
control voltage range for a change of
saturation from - 20dB to + 6dB
control voltage for attenuation> 40dB
nominal saturation (6dB below maximum)
input current

/lA

kS1

2.1

V
4.3

V

1.B

V
V

20

!lA

3.1

(G-Y) matrix

VIG_Y) = -0.51 VIR-V)
-0.19 VIS_V)

Matrixed according to the equation

Luminance amplifier (Pin 15)
V15 - 24IP-P)

Composite video input Signal (peak-to-peak value)

R15 - 24

Input resistance

V15 - 24

Internal DC voltage

115

Input current during scanning

O.4S

V

100

kS1
2.7

V
1

!lA

0.9

3
0.4

V
V

-100

+200

!lA

1

V
V

1

!lA

4.3

V

RGB channels
V11 -24
V11 - 24

Signal switching input voltage for insertion (Pin 11)
on level
off level

111

Input current

V12. 13, 14-24IP-P)
V12, 13, 14-24
112, 13, 14

Signal insertion (Pin 12: blue; Pin 13: green; Pin 14: red)
ex1ernal RGB input signal (black-to-white values)
internal DC voltage due to clamping 2
input current during scanning

V19-24
V19 - 24
V19-24
119

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Contrast control (Pin 19)
control voltage range for a change of
contrast from -1 BdB to + 3dB
nominal contrast (3dB below maximum)
control voltage for -6dB
input current at V25 -24 >6V

10-14

4.4

2
3.6
2.B

V
V
2

!lA

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Product Specification

Chroma Control Circuit

TDA3505

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) The following characteristics are measured in a circuit similar to
Figure 1; Vec = 12V; TA = 25°C; V18 - 24(P-P) = 1.33V;
V17 -24(P-P) = 1.05V; V15-24(P-P) = 0,45V; V12.13.14-24(P-P) = lV, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

V25-24
R25 - 24
119
V2O-24
-120
V20-24

LI. V2O- 24

Peak beam current limiting (Pin 25)
internal DC bias voltage
input resistance
input current at contrast control input
at V25-24 = 5.1V

Typ

Max

5.5
10

V
kQ

17

mA
3

V

10
2

p.A
V

50

%

-25
120

%
%

AC voltage gain 3
at V21 . 22. 23-24 = 5.5V
at V21 , 22, 23-24 = OV
at V21 , 22, 23-24 = 12V

100
60
140

%
%
%

Input resistance

20

kQ

Brightness control (Pin 20)
control voltage range
input current
control voltage for nominal black level which
equals the inserted artificial black level
change of black level in the control range
related to the nominal luminance signal (black-white)

1

Internal signal limiting
signal limiting for nominal luminance
(black to white = 100 %)
black
white
While point adjustment (Pin 21: blue; Pin 22: green; Pin 23: red)

R21 , 22, 23-24

Emitter-follower outputs (Pin 1: red; Pin 3: green; Pin 5: blue)
At nominal contrast, saturation, and white point adiustment
Vl. 3. 5-24(P·P)

Output voltage (black-to-white signal, positive)

V1, 3, 5-24

Black level without automatic cut-off control
(V28, 2, 4-24 = 10V)

ISOURCE

Internal current source

-Ll.V1, 3, 5-24

Cut-off current control range

2

V

6.7

V

3

mA

4.6

V

Automatic cut-off control (Pin 26)
The measurement occurs in the following lines after start of the vertical blanking pulse:
line 21: measurement of leakage current
line 22: measurement of red cut-off current
line 23: measurement of green cut-off current
line 24: measurement of blue cut-off current
V26 - 24

Ll.V26-24

January 14, 1987

a

Input voltage range
Voltage difference between cut-off current
measurement and leakage current4
measurement5
Input 26 switches to ground during horizontal flyback

10-15

+6.5

0.7

V

V

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Chroma Control Circuit

TDA3505

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) The following characteristics are measured in a circuit similar to
Figure 1; Vee = 12V; TA=2SOC; VI 8_24(P_p)=1.33V;
V17 -24(P.P) = 1.0SV; VI 5-24(P.P) = O.4SV; VI2.13.14-24(P.P) = 1V, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Gain data

At nominal contrast, saturation, and white point adjustment
Gl, 3, 5-15

Voltage gain with respect to Y-input (Pin 1S)

dl, 3. 5-15

Frequency response (0 to SMHz)

GS-18 = GI-17

Voltage gain with respect to color difference
inputs (Pins 17 and 18)

d5-18 = dl-17

Frequency response (0 to 2MHz)

16

6

dB
dB

6

Frequency response (0 to 6MHz)

dB
dB

3

GI-14 = G3-13 = GS- 12 Voltage gain of inserted signals
dl-14=d3-13=ds-12

dB
3

3

dB

3
S

V
V
V
V

1
110

V
p.A

sandeastle detector (Pin 10)

Vl0-24
Vl0-24
V1O-24
V lO -24
Vl0-24
-110

There are 3 internal thresholds (proportional to Ved6 .
The following amplitudes are required for separating the
various pulses:
horizontal and vertical blanking pulses7
horizontal pulse
clamping pulse8
DC voltage for artificial black level
(scan and flyback)
no keying
input current

2
4
7.S
7.S

NOTES:
1. For saturated color bar with 75% of maximum amplitude.
2. Vl1-24 < OAV during clamping time: the black levels of the inserted RGB signals are clamped on the black levels of the internal RGB signals.
Vl1 -24 > O.9V during clamping time: the black levels of the inserted signals are clamped on an internal DC voltage.
Correct clamping of the external AGB signals is only possible when they are synchronous with the sandcastle pulse.

3. With input Pins 21, 22, and 23 not connected, an internal bias voltage of 5.5V is supplied.
4. Black level of measured channel is nominal: the other two channels are blanked to ultra-black.
5. All three channels blanked to ultra·black.
The cut-off control cycle occurs when the vertical blanking part of the sandcastle pulse contains more than 3 line pulses.
The internal signal blanking continues until the end of the last measurement line.

The vertical blanking pulse is not
6. The thresholds are for
horizontal and vertical blanking:
horizontal pulse:
clamping pulse:
7. Blanking to ultra-black (-25%).
8. Pulse duration;;' 3.5,...

January 14, 1987

allowed to contain more than 34 line pulses; otherwise, another control cycle begins.

V,0-2. = 1.5V
V,0-24 = 3.5V
V,0_24 = 7.0V

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TDA3505

Chroma Control Circuit

-G

-B

-R

+~V--JYYn~~--~--~~--4--------------r----~--~-------------'----,

+12V--_+----,---_;----~~~~--_+----t_--_+--------~~--~----~--_+----,_--_;----,

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...

..
Z1
26

r
22,H

SAN~A

i. .

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+~

25

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24
23

22nF
22,F,r
22nF

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r

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7

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22nF

,.

SlGNALES"l

8Wn'CH'

+12V

..h
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330nF

180

330nF

1V

,.
,.

1.33V,...

17

UI6Vp.p

CONTIIASI'
01012V
-(II-V)

PUI.9E

-I

INSERTION

-(R.V)

B1Vp.p

.. nF

I

G1Yp.p

22nF

I

RWp.p

,.

11

I,22nF
15

"

8.2k
+12V

':"

100nF

'IoDELAYUNE

r

NOTES:
,. When supplied via a 75n line.
2. Capacitor value depends on circuit layout.

Figure 1. Typical Application Circuit Diagram Using the TDA3S0S

January 14, 1987

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SATURATION
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10.

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TDA3563

Signetics

NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3563 is a monolithic, integrated
color decoder for the NTSC standard. It
combines all functions required for the
identification and demodulation of NTSC
signals. Furthermore, it contains a luminance amplifier, and an RGB matrix and
amplifier. These amplifiers supply signals up to 5.3V peak-to-peak (picture
information) enabling direct drive of the
output stages. The circuit also contains
inputs for data insertion, analog as well
as digital, which can be used for Teletext
information, channel number display,
etc.

• Single-chip chroma & luminance
processor
• ACC with peak detector
• DC control settings
• External linear RGB inputs
• High level RGB outputs
• No black level disturbance when
nonsync external RGB signals
are available on the inputs
• Luminance signal with clamp
• Black current stabilizer
• On-Chip hue control

PIN CONFIGURATION

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•
•

N Package

vee

1

ACCDET
S/HCAP
CHROM
IN

PEAK

DET

DECOUP

5

SAT
CONTROL
22 REF SIGNAL
PHASEADJ

CON
CONTROL
SANDCASTLE
IN
INSERTION
CIRSWITCH
LUMINANCE
SIGNALIN
BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL

21 ~~g~fN
20 BLACK LEVEL
CLAMP CAP
19

g~,lP ~'l:'pEL

18

gt:~~EL

REDOUT

Video monitors and displays
Text display systems
Television receivers
Graphic systems
Video processing

REDIN

TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°C to +65°C

TDA3563N

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-I17)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Vee

= Vl - 27

PTOT

RATING

UNIT

Supply voltage (Pin 1)

13.2

V

Total power dissipation

1.7

W

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +65

°C

()JA

Thermal resistance from junction to
ambient (in free-air)

50

°C/W

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Q

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,-

LUMlIIANCE

OK

COIITRAS

....
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7~

BlACK LEIlEL .li-llUMIIlANCE
ClAMPING
CONTRAST
COIITIIU.

UNIlIlG
CONIlERTEB

I

REFERENCE

-

22O,F

A

,~

21

28

J

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UNIlIlG
COIIIlERTER

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CHROMINAllCE
INPUT

IH

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~

SATEPUlSE
SEPARATOR

J

'H
r

!
PEAK
DfTECTOR

CN':~
~
AMPURER

t
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DETECTOR

J

KlLUR
DfTECTOR

~

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U

J

-.

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HUE
CONTROL

,---I

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I

I
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TDA3563

I

I

t-330nF

I
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COIITRAST
COIITIIOI.

SA=ri

J

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DEMtuYIATDR

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22

l00nF
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l00nf
20

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L

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BURST PHASE

DfTECTOR

f-

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25

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DEMODULATOR

IR-~

r

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It

IH'

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ir

PEAK
WHITE
LIMITER

INSERTJOI&
DATA
CLAMPING

~

OATA "&_}
INSERTION
CLAMPING

I
,2

goo SHIFT

23
...... 1:

cr

4-27

I

llli

OUTPUT

CLAMPING

I

15

~

~

BLANKING

OAT.
INSEllnDII&
ClAMPING

t-------'
9

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BLUE
ISERTIOH

v,

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CD
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Figure 1. Block Diagram of the NTSC Decoder, TDA3563

01

0-

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Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

LUMINANCE
10
INPUT
---11--'-'-+.....
SIGNAL

AN156

LUMINANCE
CONTRAST
CONTROL

-+--1::

B
MATRIX

G
MATRIX

CONTRAST
CONTROL
VOLTAGE
R
MATRIX

FROM PEAK WHITE LIMITER

Figure 2. Luminance Channel

osc.
FREQ.

10K

-=- Rs

t:

S

120K

CS 1pF

OUTPUT SIGNALS

1M

Ca 100nF ~

Rs

1K

R

G

IT:

.L2pF Me
C7.16

180

12

1_

180

180
14

16

11

TOA 3563

'~=~f

SWITCH

R

G

DATA INPUT SIGNALS

3.58McTRAP

Figure 3. Application Circuit of the TDA3563

February 1987

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Application Note

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125

100

.:

:1!

75

~/,
,' II

z
;;:

CJ

50

25

//;" I
'PI',

Ir=

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-.1

VoC PIN7

a. Control Characteristic of the Contrast Control

125

100

,$
II

.:
~
CJ

75

50

25

1'/
i. *1
'/
/h

J{I
VOCPIN6

b. Control Characteristic of the Saturation Control
Figure 4

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Application Note

Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

AN156

///

/. ~/

/f}

==- ~

'/

1
Vee PIN 11

a. Control Characteristic of the Brightness Control

100

50

50

'" \
1\
'--

0
Vee PIN 20

b. Control Characteristic of the Hue Control
Figure 5

February 1987

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Application Note

Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

\..-W\

AN156

~ -'l

\.
1!'98C1DIV.
2V1DIV.

1/

v

\J

\j

10 !'98CIDIV.
2V1DIV.

L

200kHz BAR SIGNAL

a

o

.......

-10

III

~

\

-20

-30

\I

/

...-

-40

-so
o

2

3

SWEEP SIGNAL 0 to 5MHz

b

Figure 6. Contour Correction

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5

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Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

AN156

CHROMINANCE

~,~

I28

CONTRAST
CONTROL
VOLTAGE

LIN/LOG

CONVERTER

SATURATION
CONTROL
VOLTAGE

CHROMINANCE

~~~~L

GATED
CONTRAST
CONTROL

-1f-~+-P"I:"..
GATED
SATURATION
CONTROL

FROMA.C.C.
DETECTOR
A.C.C.
VOLTAGE
PEAK
DETECTOR

KILLER
DETECTOR

KILLER
VOLTAGE

"*

Figure 7. Chromlnance Channel

February 1987

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Application Note

AN156

Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

BIASING
CAPACITOR 5

(R-V)
L----+--+-r_REF.
(B-V)
REF.

TO PEAK AND
KILLER DET.

TO

BIASING 23
CAPACITOR
FROM PIN2B

~
Figure 8. Chromlnance Reference Circuits

February 1987

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Application Note

Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

AN156

SANDCASTLE
PULSE
INPUT

7V~------~-------,

1.5 .

v

1.2
V

(~E~r----..,
PULSE
PROCESSOR

CHROMA~--

__________

~

______________

(B-V)
DEM.

TO
BMATRIX

(G-V)
MATRIX

TO
GMATRIX

-+~~

TO
RMATRIX

22
CONTROL
VOLTAGE
.1(R-V)

Figure 9. Chrominance Reference Circuits (Continued)

180

140

120

100

'\

\
\.
YDCPIN 18

Figure 10. Control Characteristic of the Phase of the (R-Y) Reference Signal, (B-Y) Phase Is Equal to Zero
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Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

1

EXTERNAL
R.G.B.
SIGNAL

13,15,17

AN156

BLACK LEVEL
CU.MPING
CAPACITOR

20,19,18

v -t---+-r..,
(C-V)

R.G.B.

t--~-b" ~I~!:'A~T
12,14,16

JL

R.G.B.-MATRIX

R.G.B.
OUTPUT
STAGES

VIDEO!
DATA
ljWITCHING
CIRCUIT
BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
CIRCUIT

PEAK WHITE
DETECTOR

TO CONTRAST
CONTROL CIRCUIT

9
VIDEO!
DATA
SWITCH

BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
VOLTAGE

f

11

Figure 11. Video Control Circuits

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Application Note

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Application of the NTSC Decoder: TDA3563

The resistors Rl, R2 and R3, as a function of
the source impedance Rs of the network, are
defined by the following formula:

APPENDIX I
Conversion of a full-swing control voltage
range (from zero up to VSUPPLY) into a
restricted control voltage range of VLOW to
VHIGH:

• first define a source impedance Rs
Vs
• Rl = - - - X Rs
VS-VH
Vs
R2=- X Rs
VL
Vs
• R3=--- XRs
VH-VL

VB

R,
FRONT
R3
CONTROL
CONTROL )!O-~NV---1--oVOLTAGE
OTO VSUPPl..Y

APPENDIX II
Temporary Information,
Concerning TDA3563 Versions
Up to N6
Alternative Adjustment
Procedure for the Reference
Oscillator of the TDA3563

VLowTO VHIGH

Using the normal frequency adjustment procedure for the reference oscillator of the

AN156

TDA3563, i.e., setting the saturation control
voltage (Pin 6) to 12V (unkilling and unlocking
of the reference oscillator), and adjusting the
trimmer capacitor for minimum rolling of color
bars on the TV screen, the adjustment is
disturbed by an internal defect of the burst
phase detector.
If the reference frequency is adjusted in this
way, it results into a frequency deviation of
about 1kHz when removing the 12V connection at the saturation control input. So this
frequency adjustment of the oscillator of the
TDA3563, N6 cannot be used.
Therefore an alternative adjustment procedure is developed:
The X-tal has now a fixed capacitor of 12pF in
series to ground, instead of the trimmer
capacitor. The frequency adjustment is done
via current injection into the burst phase
detector (Pin 24).
The reference oscillator is made free-running
by removing the burst information out of the
chrominance Signal.

ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE FOR THE REFERENCE OSCILLATOR
OF THE TDA3565, N5

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PIN 8
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(Removing the burst Information)
12V
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10K
PIN2:±10V
PIN 4: ±8V (VIA INTERNAL CIRCUIT)

2. Connect a Resistor of 10ks?' Between Pin 2 and 12V Supply Line.
(Color killer off and ACC control to minimum)
PIN 3o------j~ PIN 21
56-100pf

3. Connect a Capacitor of 56 to 100pF Between Pins 3 and 21.
(Input signal at the demodulator Input will be without any burst Information)
Pl

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12V

24

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PHASE
FILTER

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Signetics

NTSC Decoder
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3564 is a monolithic integrated
decoder for the NTSC color television
standards. It combines all functions required for the demodulation of NTSC
signals. Furthermore, it contains a luminance amplifier and an RGB matrix and
amplifier. These amplifiers supply output
signals up to 5Vp _ p (picture information)
enabling direct drive of the discrete output stages.

• Single-chip chroma and
luminance processor
• ACC with peak detector
• DC control settings
• High-level RGB outputs
• Luminance signal with clamp
• Black current stabilizer
• On-chip hue control

PIN CONFIGURATION
Vee

1

ACCDET
S/HCAP
CHROMA
IN
PEAK
DET
DECOUPCAP

5

19 MILLER INT
CONTRAST
CONT
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APPLICATIONS
• Video monitors and displays
• Television receivers
• Video processing

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BRIGHTNESS
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ORDER CODE

-25'C to + 65'C

TDA3564N

24-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-lOlA)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

Vee

= V1 - 23

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UNIT

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W

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-65 to +150

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TA

Operating ambient temperature range

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LIMITS

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

12

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Supply current
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85

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V9_23(P_P)

Input voltage 1 (peak-to-peak value)

V9_23

Input level before clipping

Ig

Input current

0.15

Contrast control range (see Figure 1)

-17

2

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+3

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1.2

Control voltage for an attenuation of 40dB
17

mV

450

Input current contrast control

V
15

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Peaking of luminance signal

IZlO _23 I

Output impedance (Pin 10)

200

Ratio of internal/external current when Pin lOis short-circuited

V11-23

Control voltage for peaking adjustment (Pin 11)

IZl1 - 23 1

Input impedance (Pin 11)

n

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2-4

V

10

kn

Chromlnance amplifier (Pin 3)
V3-23(P-P)

Input voltage2 (peak-to-peak value)

IZ3- 23 1

Input impedance

8

C3-23

Input capacitance

4

55

ACC control range

550

1100

kn
6

30

pF
dB

Change of the burst signal at the output over the whole control range
Gain at nominal contrast! saturation Pin 3 to Pin 243

mV

1
13

dB
dB

Output voltage3 (peak-to-peak value) at a burst signal of 300mVp_p

240

mV

V24 - 23(P-P)

Maximum output voltage range (Pin 24) (peak-to-peak value)

1-7

V

d

Distortion of chrominance amplifier at V24-23(P-P)
up to V3 _ 23(P-P) = 1V (input)

V24 - 23(P-P)

"'24 - 3

= 0.5V

(output)

Frequency response between 0 and 5MHz
Saturation control range (see Figure 2)

16

3

%

-2

dB

50

dB

Input current saturation control (Pin 6)

20

/lA

Tracking between luminance and chrominance contrast control

2

dB

-46

dB

Cross-coupling between luminance and chrominance amplifier4

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio at nominal input signalS

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Phase shift between burst and chrominance at nominal contrast!
saturation

IZ24 - 23 1

Output impedance of chrominance amplifier

124

Output current

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TDA3564

NTSC Decoder

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UNIT

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500

700

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NTSC Decoder

TDA3564

NTSC DECODER N 2500

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Controls:
1. Saturation

2. Contrast
3. Peaking
4. Brightness

5. "0 (R-Y)
6. Hue

7. Osc. Ireq.

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TDA3566

Signetics

PALjNTSC Decoder With RGB

Inputs
Product Specification
Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TDA3566 is a monolithic, integrated
decoder for the PAL ® and/or NTSC
color television standards. It combines
all functions required for the identification and demodulation of PALINTSC
Signals. Furthermore, it contains a luminance amplifier, and an RGB matrix and
amplifier. These amplifiers supply output
signals up to 4Vp_p (picture information)
enabling direct drive of the discrete output stages. The circuit also contains
separate inputs for data insertion, analog as well as digital, which can be used
for text display systems (e.g., Teletext!
broadcast antiope), channel number display, etc.

FEATURES

• No black level disturbance when
nonsynchronized external RGB
signals are available on the
inputs
• NTSC capability with hue control
• Single-chip chroma and
luminance processor
• ACC with peak detector
• DC control settings
• External linear or digital RGB
inputs
• High-level RGB outputs
• Luminance signal with clamp
• On-chip hue control for NTSC

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CHROMA
AMP OUT

1

ACCDET
S/HCAP
PEAKDET

3

CHROMA
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25 BURST PHASE
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APPLICATIONS
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• A black current stabilizer which
controls the black currents of
the three electron guns to a
level low enough to omit the
black level adjustment
• Contrast control of inserted RGB
signals

PIN CONFIGURATION

REDOUT

Video monitors and displays
Text display systems
TV receivers
Graphic systems
Video processing

GREEN
INSERTiON
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ORDERING INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25'C to + 70'C

TDA3566N

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Vcc = V1-27

Supply voltage (Pin 1)

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Total power dissipation

1.7

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TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +70

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TDA3566

PALjNTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs

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LIMITS

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Min

UNIT
Typ

Max

Supply (Pin 1)

= V1-27
= 11

Vee

Supply voltage

lee

Supply current

PTOr

10,8

Total power dissipation

12

13.2

V

80

110

mA

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1.3

W

0.45

0.63

V

Luminance amplifier (Pin 8)
V8- 27(P-P)

Input voltage 1 (peak-to-peak value)

V8- 27

Input level before clipping

18

Input current

0.1

Contrast control range (see Figure 1)
17

-15

Input current contrast control

1

V

1

p.A

+5

dB

15

p.A

1100

mV

Chromlnance amplifier (Pin 4)
V4-27(P-P)

Input voltage2 (peak-to-peak value)

IZ4 _27 1

Input impedance (Pin 4)

C4-27

Input capacitance

40

10

30

tlV

Change of the burst signal at the output over the whole control range

Av

Gain at nominal contrast/saturation Pin 4 to Pin 283

1

Chrominance to burst ratio at nominal saturation at Pin 282, 3
Maximum output voltage range (peak-to-peak value); RL = 2kn.

d

Distortion of chrominance amplifier at V28 _ 27(P.P)
V4 _ 27(P-P) = 1V (input)

= 2V

4

12

dB

5

V

Frequency response between 0 and 5MHz

Cross-coupling between luminance and chrominance amplifie,'!
Signal-to-noise ratio at nominal input signal 5

to",

Phase shift between burst and chrominance at nominal contrast/
saturation
Output impedance of chrominance amplifier

128

Output current

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-2

dB

20

p.A

-46

dB

dB

Input current saturation control (Pin 5)

IZ28 _27 1

5

50

SIN

56

dB
±5

deg

15

mA

10

10-49

dB
dB

(output) up to

Saturation control range (see Figure 2)

pF
dB

34

V28 - 27(P-P)

15

kn.
6.5

ACC control range

 0.9V

10

46

dB

Sandcastle Input (Pin 7)
V7- 27

Level at which the RGB blanking is activated

1

1.5

2

V

V7- 27

Level at which the horizontal pulses are separated

3

3.5

4

V

V7- 27

Level at which burst gating and clamping pulse are separated

6.5

7.0

7.5

V

to

Delay between black level clamping and burst gating pulse

-17
17
17

Input current
at V7-27 = 0 to tV
at V7-27 = 1 to 8.5V
at V7 - 27 = 8.5 to 12V

0.6

Jls
1
50
2

mA
pA
mA

Black current stabilization (Pin 18)
V18-27

Bias voltage (DC)

3.5

5

7.0

V

AV

Difference between input voltage for 'black' current and leakage
current

0.35

0.5

0.65

V

118

Input current during 'black' current

1

JlA

118

Input current during scan

10

mA
V

V18-27

Internal limiting at Pin 10

8.5

9

9.5

V18-27

Switching threshold for 'black' current control ON

7.6

8

8.4

V

R18-27

Input resistance during scan

1

1.5

2

kn

110, 20, 21

Input current during scan at Pins 10, 20, and 21 (DC)

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

PAL/NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs

TDA3566

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vcc = V1 -27 = 12V;

TA

= 25°C,

unless otherwise specified.

LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Min

I

Typ

I

I
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8.8

I
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UNIT
Max

NTSC

V24 - 25

Level at which the PAL/NTSC switch is activated (Pins 24 and 25)

124 + 25(AV)

Average output current 12

75

Hue control

90

9.2

V

105

p.A

see Figure 4

NOTES:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Signal with the negative-going sync; amplitude includes sync amplitude.
Indicated is a signal for a color bar with 75% saturation; chrominance to burst ratio is 2.2:1.
Nominal contrast is specified as the maximum contrast - 5dB and nominal saturation as the maximum saturation - 6dB.
Cross coupling is measured under the following condition: input signal nominal, contrast and saturation such that nomina! output signals are obtained.
The signals at the output at which no signal should be available must be compared with the nominal output signal at that output.
5. The signal-to-noise ratio is defined as peak-to-peak signal with respect to RMS noise.
6. All frequency variations are referred to 4.4MHz carrier frequency.
7. These signal amplitudes are determined by the ACe circuit of the reference part.

8. The demodulators are driven by a chrominance signal of equal amplitude for the (R-Y) and 1he (B-Y) components. The phase of the (R-Y)
chrominance signal equals the phase of the (R-Y) reference signal. This also applies to the (B-Y) signals.
9. This value depends on the gain setting of the RGB output amplifiers and the drift of the picture tube guns. Higher black level values are possible
(up to SV), but in that application the amplitude of the output signal is reduced.
10. The variation of the black-level during brightness control in the three different channels is directly dependent on the gain of each channel.
Discoloration during adjustment of contrast and brightness does not occur because amplitude and the black-level change with brightness control are

directly related.
11. This difference occurs when the source impedance of the data signals is 150S? and the black level clamp pulse width is 4!.1S (sandcastle pulse). For
a lower impedance the difference will be lower.

12. The voltage at Pins 24 and 25 can be changed by connecting the load resistors (10kS? in this application) to the slider bar of the hue control
potentiometer (see Figure 7). When the transistor is switched on, the voltage at Pins 24 and 25 is reduced below 9V. and the circuit is switched to

NTSC mode. The width of the burst gate is assumed to be 4p.s typical.

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Product Specification

PAL/NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The TDA3566 is a further development of the
TDA3562A. It has the same pinning and
almost the same application. The differences
between the TDA3562A and the TDA3566
are as follows:
• The NTSC application has largely been
simplified. In the case of NTSC, the chroma
signal is now internally coupled to the
demodulators, ACC, and phase detectors.
The chroma output signal (Pin 28) is
suppressed in this case. It follows that the
external switches and filters which are
needed for the TDA3562A are not needed
for the TDA3566. Furthermore, there is no
difference between the amplitude of the
color output signals in the PAL or NTSC
mode. The PALINTSC switch and the hue
control of the TDA3566 and the TDA3562A
are identical.
• The switch-on and the switch-off behavior
of the TDA3566 has been improved. This
has been obtained by suppressing the
output signals during the switch-on and
switch-off periods.
• The clamp capacitors connected. to the
Pins 10, 20, and 21 can be reduced to
100nF for the TDA3566. The clamp
capacitors also receive a pre-bias voltage
to avoid colored background during switchon.
• The crystal oscillator circuit has been
changed to prevent parasitic oscillations on
the third overtone of the crystal. This has
the consequence that optimal tuning
capacITance must be reduced to 10pF.

Luminance Amplifier
The luminance amplifier is voltage driven and
requires an input signal of 450mV peak-topeak (positive video). The luminance delay
line must be connected between the IF amplifier and the decoder. The input signal is AC
coupled to the input (Pin 8). After amplification, the black level at the output of the
preamplifier is clamped to a fixed DC level by
the black clamping circuit. During three line
periods after vertical blanking, the luminance
signal is blanked out and the black level
reference voltage is inserted by a switching
circuit. This black level reference voltage is
controlled via Pin 11 (brightness). At the
same time, the RGB signals are clamped.
Noise and residual signals have no influence
during clamping; thus, simple internal clamping Circuitry is used.

Chromlnance Amplifiers
The chrominance amplifier has an asymmetrical input. The input signal must be AC coupled (Pin 4) and have a minimum amplitude of
40mVp_p. The gain control stage has a control range in excess of 30dB; the maximum
input signal must not exceed 1.1 Vp.p or
clipping of the input signal will occur. From
February 12, 1987

the gain-control stage, the chrominance signal is fed to the saturation control stage.
Saturation is linear controlled via Pin 5. The
control voltage range is 2 to 4V, the input
impedance is high, and the saturation control
range is in excess of 50dB. The burst signal is
not affected by saturation control. The signal
is then fed to a gated amplifier which has a
12dB higher gain during the chrominance
Signal. As a result, the Signal at the output
(Pin 28) has a burst-to-chrominance ratio
which is 6dB lower than that of the input
signal when the saturation control is set at
-6dB. The chrominance output Signal is fed
to the delay line and, after matrixing, is
applied to the demodulator input pins (Pins 22
and 23). These signals are fed to the burst
phase detector. In the case of NTSC, the
chroma signal is internally coupled to the
demodulators, ACC, and phase detector.

Oscillator and Identification
Circuit
The burst phase detector is gated with the
narrow part of the sandcastle pulse (Pin 7). In
the detector, the (R-Y) and (B-Y) signals are
added to provide the composite burst signal
again. This composite signal is compared to
the oscillator signal divided-by-2 ((R-Y) reference signal). The control voltage is available
at Pins 24 and 25, and is also applied to the
8.8MHz oscillator. The 4.4MHz signal is obtained via the divide-by-2 circuit, which generates both the (B-Y) and (R-Y) reference
signals and provides a 90' phase shift between them.
The flip-flop is driven by pulses obtained from
the sandcastle detector. For the identification
of the phase at PAL mode, the (R-Y) reference signal coming from the PAL switch is
compared to the vertical signal (R-Y) of the
PAL delay line. This is carried out in the H/2
detector, which is gated during burst. When
the phase is incorrect, the flip-flop gets a
reset from the identification circuit. When the
phase is correct, the output voltage of the HI
2 detector is directly related to the burst
amplitude so that this voltage can be used for
the ACC. To avoid 'blooming-up' of the picture under weak input signal conditions, the
ACC voltage is generated by peak detection
of the H/2 detector output signal.
The killer and identification circuits get their
information from a gated output signal of the
H/2 detector. Killing is obtained via the saturation control stage and the demodulators to
obtain good suppression. The time constant
of the saturation control (Pin 5) provides a
delayed switch-on after killing.
Adjustment of the oscillator is achieved by
variation of the burst phase detector load
resistance between Pins 24 and 25 (see
Figure 6). With this application, the trimmer
capacitor in series with the 8.8MHz crystal

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(Pin 26) can be replaced by a fixed value
capacitor to compensate for imbalance of the
phase detector.

Demodulator
The (R-Y) and (B-Y) demodulators are driven
by the color difference signals from the delayline matrix circuit and the reference signals
from the 8.8MHz divider circuit. The (R-Y)
reference signal is fed via the PAL-switch.
The output signals are fed to the Rand B
matrix circuits and to the (G-Y) matrix to
provide the (G-Y) signal which is applied to
the G matrix. The demodulation circuits are
killed and blanked by bypassing the input
signals.

NTSC Mode
The NTSC mode is switched on when the
voltage at the burst phase detector outputs
(Pins 24 and 25) is adjusted below 9V. To
ensure reliable application, the phase detector load resistors are external. When the
TDA3566 is used only for PAL, these two
33kn resistors must be connected to + 12V
(see Figure 6). For PAL/NTSC application,
the value of each resistor must be reduced to
10kn and connected to the slider of a potentiometer (see Figure 7). The switching transistor brings the voltage at Pins 24 and 25 below
9V, which switches the circuit to the NTSC
mode. The position of the PAL flip-flop ensures that the correct phase of the (R-Y)
reference Signal is supplied to the (R-Y)
demodulator. The drive to the H/2 detector is
now provided by the (B-Y) reference signal.
(In the PAL mode it is driven by the (R-Y)
reference signaL)
Hue control is realized by changing the phase
of the reference drive to the burst phase
detector. This is achieved by varying the
voltage at Pins 24 and 25 between 7.5V and
8.5V, nominal position 8.0V. The hue control
characteristic is shown in Figure 4.

RGB Matrix and Amplifiers
The three matrix and amplifier circuits are
identical and only one circuit will be described. The luminance and the color difference signals are added in the matrix circuit to
obtain the color signal, which is then fed to
the contrast control stage. The contrast control voltage is supplied to Pin 6 (high-input
impedance). The control range is + 3dB to
-17dB nominal. The relationship between the
control voltage and the gain is linear (see
Figure 1).
During the 3-line period after blanking, a
pulse is inserted at the output of the contrast
control stage. The amplitude of this pulse is
varied by a control voltage at Pin 11. This
applies a variable offset to the normal black
level, thus providing brightness control. The
brightness control range is 1V to 3V.

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Product Specification

PAL/NTSC Decoder With RGB Inputs

While this offset level is present, the 'blackcurrent' input impedance (Pin 18) is high and
the internal clamp circuit is activated. The
clamp circuit then compares the reference
voltage at Pin 19 with the voltage developed
across the external resistor network RA and
Rs (Pin 18) which is provided by picture tube
beam current. The output of the comparator
is stored in capacitors connected from Pins
10, 20, and 21 to ground, which controls the
black level at the output. The reference
voltage is composed by the resistor divider
network and the leakage current of the picture tube into this bleeder. During vertical
blanking, this voltage is stored in the capacitor connected to Pin 19, which ensures that
the leakage current of the CRT does not
influence the black current measurement.

beam current stabilizer is not used, it is
possible to stabilize the black levels at the
outputs, which in this application must be
connected to the black current measuring
input (Pin 18) via a resistor network.

Data Insertion
Each color amplifier has a separate input for
data insertion. A 1Vp.p input signal provides a
4Vp_p output signal. To avoid the 'black-level'
of the inserted signal differing from the black
level of the normal video signal, the data is
clamped to the black level of the luminance
signal. Therefore, AC coupling is required for
the data inputs.
To avoid a disturbance of the blanking level
due to the clamping circuit, the source impedance of the driver circuit must not exceed
150[2.

The RGB output signals can never exceed a
level of 10V. When the signal tends to exceed
this level, the output signal is clipped. The
black level at the outputs (Pins 13, 15, and
17) will be about 3V. This level depends on
the spread of the guns of the picture tube. If a

100

TDA3566

The data insertion circuit is activated by the
data blanking input (Pin 9). When the voltage
at this pin exceeds a level of 0.9V, the RGB
matrix circuits are switched off and the data
amplifiers are switched on. To avoid colored

edges, the data blanking switching time is
short.
The amplitude of the data output signals is
controlled by the contrast control at Pin 6.
The black level is equal to the video black
level and can be varied between 2 and 4V
(nominal condition) by the brightness control
voltage at Pin 11. Non-synchronized data
signals do not disturb the black level of the
internal signals.

Blanking of RGB and Data
Signals
Both the RGB and data Signals can be
blanked via the sandcastle input (Pin 7). A
slicing level of 1.5V is used for this blanking
function, so that the wide part of the sandcastie pulse is separated from the remainder of
the pulse. During blanking, a level of + 1V is
available at the output. To prevent parasitic
oscillations on the third overtone of the crystal, the optimal tuning capacitance should be
10pF.

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Level at the RGB Outputs (Ll.V) as a Function of the
Brightness Control Input Voltage (V I I-27)

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NOTES:
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VS_2 < 1V; horizontal identification and black level clamping.
VS-2> 11V; vertical identification and artificial black level.
VS _ 2 - 5 to 7V; horizontal identification and artificial black level.

Figure 8. PAL/SECAM Application Circuit Diagram Using the TDA3590 and TDA3566

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TDA3567

Signetics

NTSC Color Decoder
Product Specification

Linear Products
PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3567 is a monolithic integrated
decoder for the NTSC color television
standards. It combines all functions required for the demodulation of NTSC
signals. Furthermore, it contains a luminance amplifier, and an RGB-matrix and
amplifier. These amplifiers supply output
signals up to 5V p.p (picture information)
enabling direct drive of the discrete output stages.

• Single-chip chroma and
luminance processor
• ACC with peak detector
• DC control settings
• High-level RGB outputs
• Luminance signal with clamp
• Requires few external
components
• On-chip hue control circuit

Vee 1

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• Video monitors and displays
• TV receivers
• Video processing

3

16

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CONTROL

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15

CONTROL

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SATURATION

7

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APPLICATIONS

18

DETEcf8,f 2

9

1.-_---'
TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-l02HE)

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

NTSC Color Decoder

TDA3567

BLOCK DIAGRAM

REO OUTPUT

GREEN OUTPUT

BLUE OUTPUT

SANDCASTLE

7

PULSE

1\
TOA3567

15

~330

nF

HUE

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

VCC=Vl-17

Supply voltage

13.2

V

1.7

W

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-25 to + 150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +65

°C

OJA

Thermal resistance from junction to
ambient (in free-air)

50

°C/W

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Product Specification

NTSC Color Decoder

TDA3567

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VCC=Vl_17=12V; TA=25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

12

13.2

Supply
VCC=Vl-17

Supply voltage

ICC = 11

Supply current

PTOr

Total power dissipation

9

V

65

mA

0.78

W

450

mV

Luminance Input signal
Va- 17(P.P)

Input voltage 1 (peak-to-peak value)

Va-17

Input voltage level before clipping occurs in the
input stage

la

Input current

Pin 8

0.15

Contrast control range
17

Input current contrast control

17

Input current when the peak white limiter is
active

R7-17

Input resistance

See Figure 1
For VS-17

-17

< 6V

0.5

V
I1A

+3

dB

15

5.5

VS-17 = 2.5V
VS_ 17 >6V

1
1

1.4

2

I1A
mA

2.6

kn

Peaking of luminance signal

IZ 1s - 17 1

Output impedance

Pin 13

200

Ratio of internal! external current when Pin 13 is
short-circuited

n

3

Chrominance amplifier
VS- 17(P.P)

Input signal amplitude2 (peak-to-peak value)

VS-17(P.P)

Input signal amplitude before clipping occurs in
the input stage (peak-to-peak value)

I!.V

Pin 3

550

mV
1.1

V

Minimum burst signal amplitude within the ACC
control range (peak-to-peak)

35

mV

ACC control range

30

dB

Change of the burst signal at the output for the
complete control range

IZs- 17 1

Input impedance

Pin 3

CS- 17

Input capacitance

Pin 3

Saturation control range
15

Input current saturation control

Iz5- 17 1
Iz5 _ 17 1
Iz5 _ 17 1

Input impedance

See Figure 3

6

8

10

kn

4

6

pF
dB

1

20

!1A

V5_17=6V to 10V

1.4

2

2.6

kn

1.4

2

2.6

kn

For V5 - 17 > 10V

0.7

1

1.3

kn

1

2

dB

-50

-46

dB

Input impedance when the color killer is active

Tracking between luminance and chrominance
contrast

dB

50

For V5_17>6V

Input impedance

+1

For 10dB of control

Cross-coupling between luminance and
chrominance amplifier"
Reference part phase-locked loop
I!.f

Catching range

I!.

Phase shift for 400Hz deviation of the carrier
frequency

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±500

Hz
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Product Specification

TDA3567

NTSC Color Decoder

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

VCC=Vl_17=12V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.

LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

CONDITIONS
Min

Typ

Max

Oscillator
TCosc

Temperature coefficient of oscillator frequency

.:lfOSC9

Frequency deviation

R16-17

Input resistance

Pin 16

C22-17

Input capacitance

Pin 16

.:lVcc=±10%

260

1.5

2.5

Hz/oC

150

250

Hz

360

460

n

10

pF

ACC generation
V 4 _ 17

Voltage at Pin 4 nominal input signal

4

V

V4_17

Voltage at Pin 4 without burst input

1.9

V

V4-17

Color-off voltage

2.5

V

V4-17

Color-on voltage

2.8

V

Change in burst amplitude with temperature

0.1

%fOC

Change in burst amplitude with 10% supply
voltage change

0

%IV

Voltage at Pin 2 at nominal input signal

5

V

V2-17

Hue control
Control voltage range

see Figure 4

< 5V

114

Input current

for V15-17

lz14-171

Input impedance

for V 15 _ 17 >5V

1.5

0.5

20

pA

2.5

3.5

kn

Demodulation part
Ratio of demodulation signals (measured at the
various outputsf
VlO-17
-

(R-Y)/(B-Y); no (R-Y) signal

-0.42

VlO-17
-

(R-Y)/(B-Y); color bar signal

1.4

(G-Y)/(R-Y); no (B-Y) signal

-0.25

(G-Y)/(B-Y); no (R-Y) signal

-0.11

•

V12-17

V12-17
V l1 _ 17

-V12 - 17

Vll-17

-V12 - 17

o to

Frequency response

0.7MHz

-3

dB

6

V

RGB matrix and amplifier

V10, 11, 12-17(P-P)

at nominal luminance
input signal and
nominal contrast
(peak-to-peak value)
black-white

Output signal amplitude3

V12-17(P.P)

Output signal amplitude of the "blue" channel

V10, 11, 12-7

Maximum peak-white level 6

February 12, 1987

4

at nominal contrast
and saturation
control setting and
no luminance signal
to the input (B-Y)
signal (peak-to-peak
value)

3.8

9

10-63

5

9.3

V

9.6

V

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Product Specification

Signetics Linecr Products

TDA3567

NTSC Color Decoder

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vcc = Vl - 17 = 12V; TA = 25°C. unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

CONDITIONS
Min

110. 11. 12-17

Typ

Maximum output current
Difference in the black level between the three
channels
Black level shift with vision content

10

Brightness control voltage range
19

Brightness control input current

V/T

Black level variation with temperature

eN

I!.V

Relative variation in black level between the
three channels

I!.V

Differential drift of black level over a temperature
range of 40°C

VSl

AVcc

600

mV

40

mV

-50

p.A

1

mV/oC

75

200

mV

10

%

0

20

mV

0

20

mV

1.95

2.15

2.35

V

1

1.05

1.1

during variations of
contrast (10dB).
brightness (± 1V). and
supply voltage
(± 10%)

Blanking level at the RGB outputs
Vcc

mA

0.15

Black level variation with contrast control

I!.VSl

10

see Figure 3

Relative spread between the three output signals

VS1

Max

--x--

Tracking of output black levels with supply
voltage

SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio of output signals5

VR(P-P)

Residual 3.58MHz in RGB outputs (peak-to-peak
value)

50

75

mV

VR(P-P)

Residual 7.1 MHz and higher harmonics in the
RGB outputs (peak-to-peak value)

50

75

mV

1210.11.12-171

RGB output impedance

50

n

-3

dB

62

Frequency response of total luminance and RGB
amplifier circuits

o to

dB

5MHz

Sandcastle Input
V7- 17

Level at which the RGB blanking is activated

1

1.5

2

V

V7- 17

Level at which burst gate clamping pulses are
separated

6.5

7

7.5

V

to

Delay between black level clamping and burst
gating pulse

300

375

450

ns

-20

-1
-40
2

mA
p.A
mA

17
17
17

Input currents

V7-17=0 to 1V
V7-17 = 1 to 8.5V
V7 - 17 = 8.5 to 12V

NOTES:
1. Signal with negative-going sync; amplitude includes sync pulse amplitude.
2. Indicated is a signal for color bar with 75% saturation, so the chrominance-to-burst ratio is 2.2:1.

3. Nominal contrast is specified as maximum contrast -3dS and nominal saturation as maximum saturation -10dB.
4. Cross-coupling is measured under the following conditions:
• input signals nominal
• contrast and saturation such that nominal output signals aTe obtained
• the signals at the output at which no signal should be available must be compared with the nominal output signal at that output.
5. The signal-to-noise ratio is specified as peak-to-peak signal with respect to RMS noise.
6. When this level is exceeded, the amplifier of the output signal is reduced via a discharge of the capacitor on Pin 7 (contrast control). Discharge
current is 5.5mA.
7. These matrixed values are found by measuring the ratio of the various output signals. The values are derived from the matrix equations given in the
section 'FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION'.

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NTSC Color Decoder

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Luminance Amplifier
The luminance amplifier is voltage driven and
requires an input signal of 450mVp_p 1. The
luminance delay line must be connected between the IF amplifier and the decoder. The
input signal must be AC coupled to the input
Pin 8.
The black level clamp circuit of the RGB
amplifiers uses the coupling capacitor as a
storage capacitor. After clamping, the signal
is fed to a peaking stage. The RC network
connected to Pin 13 is used to define the
amount of overshoot.
The peaking stage is followed by a contrast
control stage. The control voltage has to be
supplied to Pin 6. The control voltage range is
nominally -17 to + 3dB. The linear curve of
the contrast control voltage is shown in
Figure 1.

Chrominance Amplifier

TDA3567

the small spreads of the IC. The free-running
frequency of the oscillator can be checked by
connecting the saturation control (Pin 5) to
the positive supply line. Then the loop is
opened so that the frequency can be measured. The oscillator has an internal gainlimiting stage which controls the gain to unity,
so that internal signals are sinusoidal. This
prevents the generation of higher harmonics
of the subcarrier signals. The burst signal is
compared to a 0' reference signal by the
burst amplitude detector, and is then amplified and fed to a peak detector for ACC and
to a sample-and-hold circuit which drives the
color-killer circuit. The reference signal for the
burst phase detector is provided by the 90'
phase-shifted signal. An RC network is used
to obtain the required catching range and
noise immunity for the output voltage of the
burst phase detector.
The hue control is obtained by mixing oscillator signals with a phase of 0' and 90' before
they are fed to the (R-Y) and (B-Y) demodulators. The 90' phase-shifted signal is provided
by a Miller integrator (biased by Pin 18). As
the hue control is independent of the PLL, the
control will react without time delay on the
control voltage changes.

The chrominance amplifier has an asymmetrical input. The input signal at Pin 3 must be AC
coupled, and must have an amplitude of
550mVp_p. The gain control stage has a
control range in excess of 30dB, the maximum input signal should not exceed 1. 1VPop,
otherwise clipping of the input signal will
occur. From the gain control stage, the chrominance signal is fed to the saturation and
contrast control stages. Chrominance and
luminance control stages are directly coupled
to obtain good tracking. The saturation is
linearly controlled via Pin 5. The control
voltage range is 2V to 4V. The impedance is
high and the saturation control range is in
excess of 50dB. The burst signal is not
affected by contrast or saturation control.
After the amplification and control stages, the
chrominance signal is internally fed to the (RY) and (B-Y) demodulators, burst phase, and
ACC detectors.

The demodulators are driven by the amplified
and controlled chrominance signals; the reference signals are obtained from the hue
control circuit. In nominal hue control position, the phase angle of (R-Y) reference
signal is 0'; the phase angle of the (B-Y)
reference signal is 90'.

Oscillator and ACC Circuit

(B-Y)matrixed = (B-Y)IN

The 3.58MHz reference oscillator operates at
the subcarrier frequency. The crystal must be
connected between Pin 16 and ground. The
oscillator does not require adjustment due to

Demodulator Circuits

For flesh-tone corrections, the demodulated
(R-Y) signal is matrixed with the demodulated
(B-Y) signal according to the following equations:

= 1.61 (R-Y)IN - 0.42 (B-Y)IN
(G-Y)matrixed = 0.43 (R-Y)IN - 0.11 (B-Y)IN
(R-Y)matrixed

NOTE:
1. Signal with negative-going sync; amplitude includes sync pulse amplitude.

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10-65

In these equations (R-Y)IN and (B-Y)IN indicate the color difference signal amplitudes
when the chrominance Signal is demodulated
with a phase difference between the R-Y and
B-Y demodulator of 90' and a gain ratio B-YI
R-Y = 1.78.

RGB Matrix Circuit and
Amplifiers
The three matrix and amplifier circuits are
identical. The luminance signal and the color
difference signals are added in the matrix
circuit to obtain the color Signal.
Output signals are 5Vp_p (black-white) for the
following nominal input signals and control
settings:
• Luminance 450mVp_p
• Chrominance 550mVp.p (burst-tochrominance ratio of the input 1:2.2)
• Contrast -3dB (maximum)
• Saturation -10dB (maximum)
The maximum available output voltage is
approximately 7Vp.p. The black level of the
red channel is compared to a variable external reference level (Pin 9), which provides the
brightness control. The control loop is closed
via the luminance input.
The luminance input is varied to control the
black level control; therefore, the green and
blue outputs will follow any variation of the
red output. The output of the black control
can be varied between 2V to 4V. The corresponding brightness control voltage is shown
in Figure 3.
If the output signal surpasses the level of 9V,
the peak white limiter circuit becomes active
and reduces the output signal via the contrast
control.

Blanking of RGB Signals
A slicing level of about 1.5V is used for this
blanking function, so that the wide part of the
sandcastle pulse is separated from the rest of
the pulse. During blanking, a level of + 2V is
available at the output.

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Product Specification

NTSC Color Decoder

TDA3567

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Signetics

TDA4555/56
Multistandard Color Decoder
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The TDA4555 and TDA4556 are monolithic, integrated, multistandard color decoders for the PAL®, SECAM, NTSC
3.58MHz and NTSC 4.43MHz standards.
The difference between the TDA4555
and the TDA4556 is the polarity of the
color difference output signals (8-Y) and
(R-Y).

FEATURES
Chrominance Part
• Gain-controlled chrominance
amplifier for PAL, SECAM, and
NTSC
• ACC rectifier circuits (PALINTSC,
SECAM)
• Burst blanking (PAL) in front of
64J.Ls glass delay line
• Chrominance output stage for
driving the 64J.Ls glass delay line
(PAL, SECAM)
• Limiter stages for direct and
delayed SECAM signal
• SECAM permutator
Demodulator Part
• Flyback blanking incorporated in
the two synchronous
demodulators (PAL, NTSC)
• PAL switch
• Internal PAL matrix
• Two quadrature demodulators
with external reference-tuned
circuits (SECAM)
• Internal filtering of residual
carrier

• De-emphasis (SECAM)
• Insertion of reference voltages
as achromatic value (SECAM) in
the (B-Y) and (R-Y) color
difference output stages
(blanking)
Identification Part
• Automatic standard recognition
by sequential inquiry
• Delay for color-on and scanningon
• Reliable SECAM identification by
PAL priority circuit
• Forced switch-on of a standard
• Four switching voltages for
chrominance filters, traps, and
crystals
• Two identification circuits for
PAL/SECAM (H/2) and NTSC
• PAL/SECAM flip-flop
• SECAM identification mode
switch (horizontal, vertical, or
combined horizontal and vertical)
• Crystal oscillator with divider
stages and PLL circuitry (PAL,
NTSC) for double color
subcarrier frequency

PIN CONFIGURATION

(R·Y) OUT

1

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2

(8-Y) OUT 3

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4

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• HUE control (NTSC)
• Service switch
APPLICATIONS
• Video monitors
• Video processing
• TV receivers

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

PAL ®

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

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is a registered trademark of Monolithic Memories, Inc.

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Signetics

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555j
TDA4556
Linear Products

Application Note

In areas where TV transmissions to more
than one color standard can be received,
color receivers are required which can handle
multistandard transmissions without additional manual switching. This requirement will
greatly increase with the introduction of satellite TV.

a common chassis. Automatic selection of
the required standard has been made more
reliable and the maximum time required for
identification and switching is a little over half
a second.
When reception is difficult because signals
are weak, noisy, or badly distorted, the automatic standard recognition (ASR) can be
switched off and the standard chosen manually.

Such receivers have, in the past, incorporated
a multistandard color decoder (MSD) using
several integrated circuits to automatically
select the standard of the received signal.
However, the growing need for these MSDs
makes it economically and technically desirable to incorporate all the active parts in one
IC and to reduce, as far as possible, the
external circuitry.

Although the ICs are capable of processing
multistandard signals, their performance is as
high as that for single-standard decoders.
Figure 1 is a block diagram of a typical
multistandard color decoder incorporating the
TDA4555.

This publication describes two new singlechip MSDs using bipolar technology, the
TDA4555 and TDA4556. The ICs are similar
except for the polarity of the color difference
signals at the output. The TDA4555 provides
-(R-Y) and -(B-Y) signals; the TDA4556
provides + (R-Y) and + (B-Y) signals. Only the
TDA4555 will be described.

The composite video input signal (CVBS) is
fed via switchable filters to the input of the
MSD. The filters separate the chrominance
and luminance signals according to the standard selected and are controlled by the ASR
circuit within the TDA4555.

Since all the active parts of the MSD are in a
single IC, the design and layout of the printed
circuit board is considerably simplified and
assembly cost is reduced. The greater reliability of "wiring on silicon" increases the
overall reliability of the decoder and reduction
of external circuitry simplifies assembly.

Chrominance Signals from the filters are AC
coupled to the input of the TDA4555, which
produces the color difference outputs that
are, in turn, AC coupled to the Color Transient
Improvement (CTI) TDA4565. This IC also
contains an adjustable luminance delay-line
(Y) formed by gyrators, so a conventional
wirewound delay line is not needed.

The ICs are universally applicable and allow
the design of a range of TV receivers having

The signals are then fed to the Video Combination IC, TDA3505, which converts the color

difference signals -(R-Y) and -(B-Y) and the
luminance signal (Y) into the RGB signals.
The TDA3505 also incorporates the saturation, contrast, and brightness control circuits
and allows for the insertion of external RGB
signals. Finally, the processed video signals
are applied, via the RGB output stage, to the
picture tube.
The new MSD can decode color TV signals
transmitted according to the following standards:
1. NTSC standards with any color subcarrier
frequency, for example:
- NTSC-M (fa = 3.579545MHz), referred to
as NTSC-3.5.
- Non-standard NTSC systems, for example
with fa = fOPAL = 4.43361 MHz.
This is a de facto standard used for VCR
signals in some European communities and
the Middle East, and is referred to as NTSC
4.43. As the color subcarrier frequency is
the same as that of the normal PAL system, the same crystal can be used without
switching in the reference oscillator for
both systems.
2. PAL standard, characterized by phase reversal of the (R-Y) signal on alternate scan
lines. The color subcarrier frequency for
normal PAL is 4.43361875MHz.
3. SECAM, characterized by transmission of
the color difference signals (R-Y) and (B-Y)
on alternate scan lines and frequency mod-

RGB - SIGNAL INPUTS

SWITCHING VOLTAGES

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FINAl STAGES

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AND

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CHROMA TRAPS
PAL
NTSC

CONTRAST

Figure 1; Block Diagram of a Color Decoder
February 1987

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Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556
ulation of the color subcarriers. The frequency of the color signals may vary between 3.900MHz and 4.756MHz. The frequencies of the color subcarriers are:
fOB = 4.250MHz for a "blue line"
fOR = 4.40625MHz for a "red line".
With these capabilities, the new decoders can
handle most of the color TV transmissions
used in the world.

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
To minimize the number of integrated components and reduce the required crystal area
and power dissipation of the MSD, the same
sections of the IC are used, where possible,
for several standards. For example:
• the gain-controlled input stages
• the common switching pulse generators
• the PAL and NTSC quadrature
demodulators and oscillators
• the PAL and SECAM delay line
• the common driver stage preceding the
delay lines
• part of the stage following the delay
line and the demodulator

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the multiple use of circuit blocks is limited. A much better usage can be obtained
if the standards are scanned sequentially. In this approach, the decoder circuit,
including the filters at the input, is
switched to decode each standard in
turn. The switching continues until the
standard recognition circuit (SRC) indicates that the standard of the received
signal corresponds to the standard of
decoding selected at that moment. The
scanning procedure is restarted if the
standard of the input signal changes
because of tuning to another transmitter
or switching to an external signal source.
The same thing applies if the signal
temporarily becomes too weak or disappears. A major advantage of sequential
standard switching is that it allows the
complete decoder, including the external
filters at its input, to be optimized for
each standard. This is why the TDA4555
and TDA4556 are deSigned in this manner.

TDA4555 CIRCUIT
DESCRIPTION

The number of connections are kept to a
minimum compatible with the required functions. With the new ICs, the reference oscillator, its filter, and the SECAM identification
circuit, each require only a single pin. The
sandcastle pulse is the only external pulse
signal. These, and other measures, allow the
TDA4555 chip to be housed in a 28-lead
SO-117 encapsulation, despite the many
functions it performs.

Figure 2 is the circuit of a multi standard color
decoder using TDA4555/TDA4556.

There are three alternative approaches to
multi-standard color decoder design.
1. Separate parallel-connected decoders
for each standard with the appropriate
output selected by switching. This is the
principle used in the three-standard decoder comprised of the TDA3510 for
PAL, TDA3520 for SECAM, and
TDA3570 for NTSC. The color ON/OFF
switch voltages generated in each decoder are used for automatic switching of
the standards, and each decoder has to
be kept at least partially activated.
2. A single PAL decoder can be switched to
handle NTSC signals. SECAM signals are
converted into quasi-PAL signals by a
SECAM-PAL transcoder. The PAL decoder derives the color-difference signals
from this quasi-PAL signal. An example
of this approach is the circuit using the
single-chip PAL decoder TDA3562A with
NTSC option and one of the SECAM
circuits, TDA3590, TDA3590A, or
TDA3591.
3. The methods described in 1 and 2 are
not suited to a single-chip MSD because

Level detectors in the sandcastle pulse detector separate the three levels which are
used to generate the required key pulse and
clamp pulses.

February 1987

Pulse Generation
The IC only requires a single sandcastle pulse
at Pin 24 for the generation of all internal
pulses (e.g., burst key, horizontal, and vertical
blanking pulses). The sandcastle pulse levels
are > 8V for the burst key, 4.5V for horizontal
blanking, and 2.5V for vertical blanking.

Standard Control Circuit
A special System Control and Standard Scanning circuit (SCSS) provides the 4 switching
voltages to set the MSD to the desired
standard.
As long as no color standard is recognized,
the SCSS circuit switches the decoder sequentially to the PAL, SECAM. NTSC-3.58
and NTSC-4.43 standards. If the standard of
the received signal is not recognized after
four field periods (80ms), the next decoding
system is activated. This time interval, also
called the standard scanning period, is a
good compromise between fast switch-on of
the color, and effective interference suppression with noisy signals. The maximum time
between the start of scanning and switching
on the color is 360ms, including the color
switch-on delay of two field periods. However,
in the TDA4555, a PAL priority circuit is
incorporated to improve the reliability for

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SECAM, so the scanning can last for another
two scanning periods (520ms maximum).
After recognition of a SECAM signal, the
information is stored and the decoding is
switched to PAL. A second SECAM recognition is only provided if no PAL recognition
occurs. This gives reliable SECAM recognition when the SECAM-PAL transcoding at the
source (e.g., in cable systems) is not perfect,
or when PAL signals are distorted by reflections so that they simulate SECAM signals.
With b/w signals, the scanning is continuous
and the color is kept switched off because
there is no standard recognition.
The switching voltage corresponding to the
recognized standard ramps from 2.5V to 6V
during scanning while the remaining switching
voltages are held at O.5V maximum.
These 4 voltages are used to switch the filters
at the inputs, the crystals of the reference
OSCillators, and the color subcarrier traps, and
also to indicate the recognized standard (e.g.,
by LEDs).
To prevent unnecessary restarting of scanning because of momentary disturbances
(e.g., short-term interruptions of the color
signal), the TDA4555 incorporates a delay of
two field periods (40ms) before scanning can
start.
Finally, the IC allows the automatic standard
recognition (ASR) to be switched off by forcing one of the decoding modes by applying at
least 9V to Pin 28 for PAL; Pin 27 for SECAM;
Pin 26 for NTSC-3.58; and Pin 25 for NTSC4.43. These pins also serve as outputs for the
internally-generated switch voltages which indicate the selected standard.

Color Signal Control
The MSD must provide color-difference output signals with an amplitude referred to a
given test signal, despite amplitude variations
(within limits) of the color input signal. This is
required to maintain a fixed amplitude relationship between the luminance signal (Y)
and the color-difference Signals, independent
of different IF filters or receiver detuning. The
TDA4555/56 incorporates an Automatic Color Control circuit (ACC) for this purpose.
In the case of PAL and NTSC, the reference
for the control is the burst amplitude. For
SECAM, the complete color signal is used.
The color Signal is AC-coupled, via Pin 15, to
a gain-controlled amplifier and the control
voltage is obtained by in-phase synchronous
demodulation of the burst or the color Signal.
This approach has the advantage that the
same demodulator, having only one external
capacitor at Pin 16, can be used for all
standards and also results in noise reduction
with noisy signals. Unwanted increase of
saturation with noisy signals (color bright-up

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556
effect) is prevented without an extra peak
detector being required.
In-phase synchronous demodulation has the
advantage that it is independent of synchronization and the state of the decoder, so the
color gain can settle quickly and the color
standard scanning period is therefore short.
Special low-distortion symmetrical circuits
were chosen for the gain-control stage and
the following amplifier stage so that H/2
components in the color-difference channel
are reduced as far as possible during SECAM
reception. Biasing of the color gain-control
stage is stabilized by a DC feedback loop
decoupled by an external capacitor at Pin 14.
The nominal amplitude of the color input
signal at Pin 15 is 100mVp.p for a 75% colorbar signal. It may vary between 10mVp.p and
200mVp_p. This range is chosen so that, for a
normal 1Vp.p composite video signal at the
input to the filters, transformation is not required.
For PAL and NTSC decoding, the amplitudecontrolled color signal, including its burst, is
then fed to the SRC, reference generation,
and burst blanking stages. The output of the
latter stage is applied to the color signal
demodulators and the delay-line driver stage.

Standard Recognition Circuit
The SRC tells the SCSS whether the activated decoding mode is the same as that of the
incoming signal. This task is performed using
the signals occurring during the back porch of
horizontal blanking.
For SECAM, it is necessary to distinguish
between line (H) identification signals of carrier frequency at the back porch and field (V)
identification (special lines carrying identification signals during the field blanking period).
The standard recognition comprises the following parts: a phase discriminator which
compares the burst phase of PAL and NTSC
signals with the internal reference signal, a
frequency discriminator for generating an H/2
signal during SECAM reception, an H/2 demodulator for PAL and SECAM signals, and
the logic circuits for the final recognition.
The two phase discriminators for PAL and
NTSC signals are supplied with the color
signal, and the amplitude-controlled burst.
The phase detector for the PAL signals uses
the (R-Y) reference signal for the phase
comparison; the NTSC phase detector uses
the (B-Y) reference signal. Both reference
signals are generated by dividing the reference oscillator output. When the correct signals are received, the phase discriminators
output the demodulated burst signal for standard recognition.
The discriminator for generating the HI 2
signal comprises an internal phase discrimiFebruary 1987

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nator and an external phase-shift circuit,
known as the SECAM identification reference, connected to Pin 22.
The polarity of the PAL and SECAM phase
discriminator output signals is reversed
line-sequentially. With PAL, this is caused by
a change of phase of the burst at linefrequency. With SECAM, it is the result of the
color subcarrier frequency changing at line
frequency.
Since the signal is changing polarity, it is of no
use for the following circuitry. Therefore, the
discriminator output signals are fed to the
H/2 demodulator which line-sequentially reverses the signal polarity. The pulses are then
integrated by external capacitors connected
to Pin 21 (PAL and SECAM discriminator
output) and to Pin 20 (NTSC phase discriminator output). The voltages on these capacitors are the identification signals which are
used by the comparator and logic circuits to
derive the control signals. They are dependent on the standard of the incoming signal
and on the activated decoding standard and
are composed of an internal biasing at half
the supply voltage (6V) and a contribution
from the identification signal. In the following
explanation, only the latter part IlV 20 and
IlV21 is considered.
a. When the decoder is set to PAL, the
frequency of the reference signal is about
4.43MHz. The NTSC discriminator is
switched off and the voltage at C20 is only
the bias Voltage. The H/2 demodulator is
therefore driven by the output of the PAL
discriminator. The output of the SECAM
discriminator is not used. With a PAL signal
at the input, the H/2 demodulator delivers
pulses with equal polarity so that capacitor
C21 is charged to IlV21 if the reference
oscillator is correctly locked.
With an NTSC-4.43 input signal, the H/2
modulator provides no pulses or, in case of
phase faults, small pulses with a linesequentially changing polarity. The latter is
caused by the constant burst phase of
NTSC signals which is line-sequentially
reversed by the H/2 demodulator. The
average charge current of C21 is, therefore,
zero, and the capacitor voltage equals the
biasing voltage.
When a SECAM or NTSC-3.58 signal is
received, the difference between the burst
and fo frequency is so large that the phase
changes very rapidly and, as a result, the
H/2 pulses are irregular. This causes the
average charge current of C21 to be zero.
b. When the decoder is set to NTSC-4.43, the
PAL and NTSC-4.4 phase discriminator is
activated and the SECAM frequency discriminator is switched off. The PAL phase

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discriminator and the H/2 demodulator operate as previously described.
With an NTSC-4.43 signal at the input, the
output of the NTSC phase discriminator
consists of pulses with the same polarity
because the burst of the NTSC signal and
the reference signal (B-Y) have the same
phase.
With a PAL input Signal, the NTSC phase
discriminator also outputs pulses with the
same polarity, because the PAL burst comprises a component which is stable in the
negative (B-Y) direction for each line. Capacitor C20 at the output of the NTSC
phase discriminator is therefore charged by
an NTSC-4.43, as well as a PAL, input
signal, although the decoder is set to the
NTSC-4.43 mode.
With NTSC-3.58 and SECAM signals, the
average output current of the NTSC phase
discriminator is zero (IlV20 = 0) because
the frequency of the burst of the carrier
frequency does not match that of the
reference.
c. When the decoder is set to NTSC-3.58, the
oscillator circuit (including dividers) generates reference Signals of about 3.58MHz
and the SECAM frequency discriminator is
switched off. The NTSC-3.58 phase discriminator provides demodulated burst pulses with constant polarity. At the H/2
demodulator output, no pulses, or, in case
of phase faults, small pulses with alternating polarity, appear as in the NTSC-4.43
mode.
For all other color input signals (PAL,
SECAM, NTSC-4.43), the large difference
between burst or carrier frequency and
reference signal frequency prevents defined discriminator output pulses. As a
result, the average charge currents of capacitor C20 and C21 are zero.
d. When decoding SECAM, the H/2 demodulator obtains its signals from the SECAM
discriminator. The output of the PAL phase
discriminator is not used and the NTSC
phase discriminator is switched off so no
output Signal is available (IlV20 = 0).
For SECAM decoding, a frequency discriminator in the recognition block is active. H/2
pulses with line-alternating polarity occur
when the frequency of the applied signal is
alternately higher and lower than the resonant frequency fRES of the SECAM identification circuit.

fRES

= (fOB + fOR)/2~4.43MHz

Therefore, the output of the H/2 demodulator is a train of equal polarity pulses charging the capacitor C21 . For PAL, NTSC-3.58
and NTSC-4.43 signals, the burst frequency is constant so the output of the frequen-

Application Note

Signetics Linear Products

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556

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SECAM
IDENTIFICATION
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cy discriminator consists of unipolar pulses
and the H/2 demodulator outputs alternating polarity pulses. The average charge
current of capacitor C21 is therefore zero
(.:I.V21 =0).
The TDA4555 is designed so that ident~ica­
tion of SECAM signals can be performed as
required by using the special signals in each
field blanking period (V-identification) or the
February 1987

burst signal at the back porch (H-identification), or both signals at the same time (H + Vident). The required standard is selected by
applying the appropriate voltage to Pin 23 as
follows:
V23

< 2V

(e.g., ground), H-identification

V23> 10V (e.g., VSUPPLY), V-identification
V23 = 6V or floating, H + V-identification.

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V-identification is more reliable than the Hidentification because the identification signals are longer and have a greater frequency
deviation (.:I.f, B = 3.9MHz; .:I.f, R = 4.756MHz).
With H-identiiication, only th~ normal carrier
signal at the end of the back porch is available for identification. When it is required to
transmit other information during the fieldblanking period, several transmitters (e.g.,in
France) stop transmitting the V-identification

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Application Note

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556
signals. However, the TDA4555 can easily be
adapted to such system changes.
Table 1 summarizes the foregoing. For b/w
signals, the average charge current is zero,
so no standard is recognized and the scanning is continuous.

Generation of PAL and NTSC
Reference Signals
For demodulation and identification of the
quadrature amplitude-modulated PAL and
NTSC color signals, the reference signals
Ref(R- Y) and Ref(B- Y) are needed. These
signals are derived from the transmitted burst
by a PLL which comprises a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO), a 2: 1 frequency divider, and a phase discriminator. The oscillator
frequency is twice the subcarrier frequency
(2fo) and the circuit has the advantage that
the two quadrature reference signals are
available at the output of the divider.
With PAL and NTSC, the phase discriminator
compares the (R- Y) reference signal and the
burst. The burst and the color signal obtained
from the ACC stage are applied to the discriminator directly for PAL and via the hue
control for NTSC. In the hue control block,
the phase of the burst signal can be shifted
± 30' by an external voltage of between 2V
and 4V at Pin 17. This voltage is derived from
the supply by a simple resistor network. Pin
17 also receives the voltage from the "service" switch. If VI? is less than 1V (e.g.,
ground), the color is forced ON and the
oscillator free runs because the burst is
switched OFF. The oscillator frequency can
be adjusted with the trimmers in series with
the crystals. If VI? is greater than 6V (e.g., the
supply voltage), the color is forced ON and
the hue control is switched OFF.
The phase discriminator, which provides a
VCO control voltage which depends on the
phase difference between burst and reference signal, is activated by a burst key pulse.
The control voltage is filtered by an external
second-order, low-pass filter connected to
Pin 18.

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The two crystals for the reference oscillator
are both connected between Pin 19 and
ground via a switch circuit comprising two
transistors driven by the external standard
switch voltages. To prevent interference, the
oscillator is switched off during SECAM decoding.

Color Signal Demodulators
Demodulation of the color signals is performed in the same way as in single standard
predecessors.
In the PAL decoding mode, the burst Signal is
removed from the color signal derived from
the gain-controlled chroma amplifier to prevent disturbances caused by reflections in the
glass delay-line delayed by other than a
single line period. The color signal is applied
to an 18dB amplifier and driver stage (emitterfollower) which compensate for the "worstcase" loss in the external delay-line circuit.
Color subcarrier signals CSCR_Y and CSCB_Y
are separated by the delay line connected to
Pin 12 and terminated at both input and
output. Direct and delayed signals are
matched by a potentiometer in the output
termination. Phase matching can be obtained
with coils Ls and L6 , which compensate the
delay-line capacitances.
The delayed Signal is taken from the potentiometer slider and fed to the internal matrix via
Pin 10, where the direct and delayed signal
are added and subtracted to obtain the separated color subcarriers CSCR_Y and CSCB_Y.
The matrixing is very simple because the
demodulators have symmetrical differential
inputs and the direct color signal is available
in both polarities. Signals of one polarity are
applied to one of the (B-Y) demodulator
inputs, and signals of the other polarity to one
of the (R- Y) demodulator inputs. The remaining input of both demodulators is supplied
with the delayed signal. Unlike previous PAL
decoders, the PAL switch is located just in
front of the (R- Y) demodulator, i.e., in the
CSCR_Y Signal path.

The actual color signal demodulators are
conventional synchronous types comprising
an analog multiplying differential stage with a
current source in the emitter circuit and balanced, cross-coupled switching stages in the
collector circuit. The latter are driven by
reference signals Ref(R- Y) or Ref(B- Y) and
one or both analog inputs receive the color
Signal CSC(R_Y) or CSC(B_Y)' The color-difference Signals CD, obtained after demodulation, are blanked during the line blanking
interval to provide signals with clean levels.
For NTSC decoding, the color Signal is demodulated in a similar manner except that
only the direct (undelayed) signal is used. The
PAL switch in the CSC(R_Y) path is not used.
For reception of the line sequential SECAM
color signals, a parallel-crossover switch
("permutator") is required before the demodulators. This permutator alternately feeds
both demodulators with a direct and (via the
external delay line) a delayed color signal of
the same subcarrier frequency.
After the permutator, both color channels
incorporate a limiter stage to eliminate amplitude modulation. The color signals are demodulated by quadrature demodulators, each
comprising an internal multiplier and an external single-tuned phase-shift Circuit, known as
the SECAM reference circuit. These reference circuits, connected to Pins 5.6 and 7.8,
cause a phase shift of about 90' for the
unmodulated subcarrier frequency. Thus, for
unmodulated subcarrier signals, there is no
output apart from the biasing voltage. The
SECAM reference circuits are adjusted by La
and Lg so that the reference levels appear at
the CD outputs when the subcarrier is unmodulated or when the color is switched off.
In each color-difference channel, the demodulators are followed by internal low-pass deemphasis networks which remove the unwanted high-frequency components (harmonics of reference and color signals).
The color-difference signals pass, via the
output emitter-followers with current sources

Table 1_ Charge on Storage Capacitors C20 and C21 for Combinations of Input Signals
and Decoding Mode
STANDARD OF THE COLOR INPUT SIGNAL
DECODING
MODE

PAL
NTSC-4.43
NTSC-3.58
SECAM

NTSC-4.433

PAL

NTSC-3,588

B/W

SECAM

C20

C21

C20

C21

C20

C21

C20

C21

C20

C21

O·

+
+

o·

0
0
0
0

O·

0
0
0
0

O·
0
0

0
0
0

O·

+

0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

+
0

O·

0
0

+
0

O·

0

+
O·

NOTES:
o average charge current IAV = 0, !lVe = 0, Vc = 1'2 supply
+ average charge current IAV > 0, fj.Vc> 0 (assuming correct locking of the reference oscillator and proper switching of the H/2 demodulators)
* NTSC phase discriminators switched off

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Application Note

Signetics Linear Products

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556

AN1551

COIIP.

SIGNAL

I~~

3 x 2N3904
+12V CHROMA
r----1---1------------------------------------------------~~~~~--_t~~SWncHINGI
(1)

(8)'

Uk

STAGES

CHROMA·NTSC

3.58MHz
47k

(6)

CHROMA
OUTPUT

2.2k
TO SYNCHRONIZATION
CIRCUITS

'::'

PAL

1(15)

SECAM

~6)

NTSC3.58

~7)

NTSC4A3

~)

CHROMA-PALINTSC

4.43MHz

(::\

STANDARD
SWITCHING
VOLTAGES

~

Y.PAL/NTSC
3x15k

ZlpF \

68

4x 2N3904

560

R,
2.2k

Y-SIGNAL
SWITCHING
STAGES

SECAM
BELL FILTER

1-_~---<~-4r-(1O)+
MONOCHROME

22k

Y.SlGNAL

22k

(5,7,9,n,12)
NUMBERS IN PARENTHESES ARE THE CONNECTION NR. OF THE PC SOARD.

Figure 3. Input Filters and Standard Switching
in their emitter circuits, to Pins 1 and 3, no
matter what decoding mode is selected. They
have the following nominal amplitudes reo
ferred to a 75% saturated color bar:
V(R.Y) = 1.05Vp.p; V(B.Y) = 1.33Vp.p.
For the TDA4555, the polarity of the signals is
negative and therefore suitable for input to
the video combination family TDA3500 (ex·
cept TDA3506).
The TDA4556 is similar to the TDA4555
except for the positive polarity of the
TDA4556 color difference output signals.
February 1987

Therefore, this TDA4556 can be used with
the Video Combination TDA3506.

APPLICATION
CONSIDERATIONS

Circuit Example
Figure 2 is a tested circuit of a multistandard
decoder. A more detailed circuit of the input
filters is shown in Figure 3. These filters
separate the luminance signal (Y) from the
color signals for the four decoding modes.

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The same filters can be used for PAL and
NTSC·4.43 signals since they have a similar
frequency spectrum. For SECAM signals, it is
possible to use the 4.43MHz subcarrier trap
of the PALINTSC·4.43 filter, but it is then
necessary to add a trap tuned to about
4.05MHz in the Y channel. This filter sup·
presses the color signal components below
about 4.2MHz, which mainly occur during the
"blue SECAM line".
The filter circuits for PAL and NTSC signals
are based on a separation filter which also
equalizes phase delay. This means that, be·

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Application Note

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556

AN1551

Table 2. Coil Data for the Multistandard Decoder of Figure 2 and Figure 3
INDUCTANCE
(/1H)

Q

NO. OF
TURNS

COLOR

USE

FIGURE

L1/L 1a

5.5

> 90
(4.43MHz)

119 LNS·A 4449 AH

6+6

Yellow

Separation filter

3

L2/LK
L2a/LKa

12.5

> 90
(4.43MHz)

119 LNS·A 4451 DY

24/1

Green

Color bandpass
filter

3

L3
L3a

66

60
(2.52MHz)

KANS·K 4067 HU

19 + 46

Violet

Phase delay
correction

3

L4

3.6

60
(4.43MHz)

113 CNS-2 K 843 EG

( = 14 + 3)

Red

Bell filter

3

Ls, L6, L7

10

> 80
(4.43MHz)

119 LN·A 3753 GO

11 + 11

Blue

Decoder board
and SECAM trap
for fOB

2

LlO

10

> 80
(4.43MHz)

119 LN·A 3753 GO

11 + 11

Blue

PALINTSC trap

3

La, Lg

12

> 80

119 LN·A 3753 GO

12+ 12

Blue

Decoder board

2

COIL NO

TOKO TYPE NO. 1

17

NOTE:
1. Toko America, Mt. Prospect, IL 312/297-0070

sides separating the luminance and color
signals, the impulse response of the lumi·
nance channel is improved and has symmet·
rical overshoots, giving the impression of
better resolution on the screen. This type of
IiIter is only given as an example. Simpler
filters can also be used. The SECAM circuit
contains the obligatory "bell" filter. Coil data
for the circuit shown in Figure 3 is given in
Table 2.
Figure 4 shows oscillograms of the luminance
and color filtering in the three signal paths. It
can be seen that the color passband in the
PAL and NTSC decoding mode has its mini·
mum just below the color subcarrier frequen·
cy. This means that the lower sideband of the
color signal is mainly used and, as a result,
the filter may have a narrower bandwidth.
Generally, the upper sideband of the color
signal is already attenuated by the IF filter.
The passband of the filter in the SECAM color
signal path has the required" bell" shape as
shown in Figure 4c.

Depending on the decoding mode, the lumi·
nance signal is fed from the appropriate filter,
via the luminance delay line, to the video
combination IC, and the color Signal is fed via
a small coupling capacitor (220pF) to input
Pin 15 of the decoder IC.
Emitter·followers in the color signal path pro·
vide the required switching. There is one for
each mode, PALINTSC-4.43, NTSC-3.58,
and SECAM, feeding a common emitter·
resistor. Three more emitter·followers in the
luminance signal path are combined with a
fourth which supplies the unfiltered video
signal to the video combination IC during b/w
reception, or while the standards are being
scanned. The video signals are applied to the
bases of the transistor switches via coupling
capacitors, the switch voltages being sup·
plied via resistor·diode networks. The fourth
transistor switch in the luminance channel
has fixed·base biasing of about 4.4V.

From the low·pass characteristics of the lumi·
nance channels, it follows that the subcarriers
(4.43MHz for PAL/NTSC-4.43 and 3.58MHz
for NTSC-3.58) and the unmodulated carrier
frequency (fOB =-' 4.41 MHz for SECAM) are
strongly attenuated. Additionally, low·pass fil·
ter (LlOC20) of the SECAM luminance chan·
nel resonates at about 4.05MHz which pro·
vides the required attenuation of frequencies
below 4.2MHz for modulated carriers.

The resistors in parallel with the SECAM
tuned circuits determine their Q and therefore
the conversion efficiency (dV I df) of the de·
modulators in the SECAM mode and can be
used to set the nominal output values of the
CD signals (with a color bar signal). The
switch transistors for the oscillator crystals at
Pin 19 have their collectors connected, via
10kn resistors, to the supply line. Because
they are either fully conducting or completely
cutoff and the voltages are low (12V max.),
the type of transistor is not critical.

All three separation filters are fed with the
CVBS input signal via an emitter·follower
(transistor BC548B). Therefore, the complete
decoder has a high input resistance and the
filters are driven for a low impedance signal
source.

The standard control voltage outputs (Pins 25
to 28) can deliver a current of 3mA which is
insufficient to drive a LED to indicate the
standard to which the circuit is set. An addi·
tional transistor amplifier such as that shown
in Figure 5 is therefore required. Resistor Res

February 1987

10-79

determines the current through the LED, and
RBS limits the maximum base current.
If an indication is provided for each of the
standard switch voltages, then it is easy to
establish which standard, if any, is recog·
nized. When all the diodes light up in se·
quence, the circuit is still scanning and no
standard has been recognized.

Alignment of the Input Filter
The alignment of both the PALINTSC-4.43
and NTSC-3.58 separation filters consists of
three procedures for each separation filter.
1. Alignment of the Color Bandpass
Apply a sweep signal [f = 3.5MHz (4MHz);
Ll.f=-'± 3MHz (± 3MHz) to the filter input
(PCB Pin 8). Connect an oscilloscope to
PCB Pin 6 and make the filter output
available at IC Pin 6 by applying an ex1ernal
switch voltage to the appropriate switch
transistor. Adjust L2(L2a) for maximum output at 3.45MHz (4.2MHz).
2. Alignment of the Compensation
Circuit
Apply a 3.58MHz (4.43MHz) subcarrier to
the filter input (PCB Pin 8) and adjust
L1 (L 1a) so that the voltage at the Y output
of the filter is minimum. This Y output can
be measured at the 470n (560n) terminat·
ing resistor, or at PCB Pin 10, if the proper
switch transistor is activated by an external
switch voltage.

3. Alignment of the Phase Delay
Equalizer
Apply a 16 100kHz square wave to the
filter input (PCB Pin 8) and connect an
oscilloscope to the output of the luminance
filter (470n or 560n terminating resistor).

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Application Note

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555 jTDA4556

I COLD~

V

CHANNEl.

/

~
&dB

T

j
WMINANCE
CHANNEL

~)
I

1

/
2

3
!(MHz)

a. PAL/NTSC-4.43 (fo

=4.433MHz)

mended that the filter be included in the test
signal path when aligning lalLa•. In practice,
a square wave-modulated IF signal should be
applied to the input of the IF circuit for this
adjustment.
Filter L1OC1 0 attenuates the SECAM color
signal in the luminance channel below
4.2MHz. L10 is adjusted so that an applied
4.05MHz signal has minimum amplitude at
the output of the SECAM Y-filter (terminating
resistor 3.3kn, or PCB Pin 10, if an external
switch voltage is applied to the appropriate
input).
To align the SECAM "bell" filter, a SECAM
color bar is applied to the filter input (PCB Pin
8) and an external switch voltage (e.g., the
supply voltage) to PCB Pin 16 to force the
SECAM decoding mode. 4 is then adjusted
for minimum amplitude-modulation of the filtered color signal (PCB Pin 6).
To locate the coils to be adjusted, it is useful
to color code them as shown in Table 2 and
Figure 3.

~
5dB

TI--+---tf--+---tf-t--l

2

3
!(MHz)

b. NTSC-3.58 (fo = 3.579MHz)

2

3
!(MHz)

c. SECAM (foa = 4.250MHz,
fOR = 4.406MHz), "Bell" Filter
(fRES = 4.286MHz)
Figure 4. Amplitude-frequency
Charactarlstlcs of Input Filter
Alternatively, the oscilloscope can be connected to PCB Pin 10, if an external switch
voltage is applied to the appropriate input.
Adjust coil La(La.> to obtain a symmetrical
overshoot at the leading and trailing edges
of the pulse.
Because the impulse response of a receiver
also depends on the IF filter, it is recomFebruary 1987

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Vcc (+12Y)

SWITCHING
VOLTAGE

v.T

221<

RS.

Figure 5. Example of Standard
Indicator Circuit
output Signal (IC Pin 1 or PCB Pin (4) using
an oscilloscope, or, observing the picturetube screen, minimize the PAL structure (pairing of the lines).
Special test patterns can also be used for
delay line adjustment.

Decoder Alignment

Finally, remove the external switching voltage
applied to Pin 28 and put the service switch in
the mid (normal) position.

PAL and NTSC-4.43 Signals
Force the PAL decoding mode by an external
voltage exceeding 9V (e.g., the supply voltage) applied to Pin 28 of the IC (or PCB Pin
15) and apply a PAL color signal (e.g., color
bar) to the filter input, PCB Pin 8. Connect IC
Pin 17 to ground with the service switch. The
color is forced ON and the oscillator is freerunning because the PLL oscillator circuit
does not receive the burst.

NTSC-3.58 Signals
In this case, only the 7.16MHz oscillator has
to be adjusted. Force the circuit to the NTSC3.58 decoding mode by connecting IC Pin 26
or PCB Pin 17 to the supply voltage. Apply an
NTSC 3.58 color signal to the filter input (PCB
Pin 8). Connect IC Pin 17 to ground with the
service switch. The color is forced ON and
the oscillator is free-running because the PLL
oscillator does not receive burst signals.

Adjust the trimmer in series with the 8.8MHz
crystal for minimum color rolling. Alternatively, observe the color-difference signals at IC
output Pins 1 and 3 and minimize the beat
frequency with the trimmer. This 8.8MHz
oscillator adjustment is also valid for the
decoder in NTSC-4.43 mode.

Adjust the trimmer in series with the 7.16MHz
crystal for minimum color rolling. Alternatively, observe the CD signals at the IC output
Pins 1 and 3 and minimize the beat frequency.

To adjust the phase of the delay-line decoder,
apply a PAL color bar signal to the input of
the circuit (PCB Pin 8) with the service switch
in its normal (middle) position. Adjust L5 and
4 to minimize amplitude differences of each
color bar in the (B-Y) output signal (IC Pin 3 or
PCB Pin 13).
Alternatively, minimize the PAL structure
(pairing of the lines) observed on the
screen. If the adjustment range of L5 is too
small, adjust 4.
To adjust the amplitude of the delay-line
decoder, apply an NTSC-4.43 color bar signal
to the input of the circuit (PCB Pin 8) and
connect IC Pin 17 to the supply line with the
service switch. The color is forced ON and
the hue control is switched off. Adjust the
220n potentiometer connected to Pin 4 of
the DL711 delay line for minimum amplitude
differences of each color bar in the (R-Y)

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Finally, remove the connection between PCB
Pin 17 and the supply voltage and put the
service switch back to its mid position.
Alignment for SECAM Signals
Force the circuit in the SECAM decoding
mode by connecting the supply voltage to IC
Pin 27 (or PCB Pin (6). Apply a SECAM color
bar to the filter input (PCB Pin 8).
Connect IC Pin 23 (or PCB Pin 20) to the
supply line to activate the H-identification.
Connect a high-impedance (> 10Mn) Yoltmeter between IC Pin 21 and ground. Adjust
coil L7 for the maximum voltage at IC Pin 21.
Observe the -(R-Y) output signal at IC Pin 1
(PCB Pin 14) with an oscilloscope. Adjust 4
so that the levels of the black and white bars
are in accordance with the level inserted
during blanking.
Observe the - (B-Y) output signal at IC Pin 3
(PCB Pin 13) with an OSCilloscope. Adjust Le

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

Single-Chip Multistandard
Color Decoder TDA4555/TDA4556
so that the levels of the black and white bars
are in accordance with the levels inserted
during blanking.

Use of the PC Board for a
PAL-Only Decoder With the

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TDA4555/TDA4556 can be used as a single
standard decoder (e.g., a NTSC-only decoder), but the "pin-aligned" TDA4570 is a
cheaper alternative. The connections of the
TDA4570 and those of the TDA4555 are
shown in Figure 6. Apart from the omission of

TDA4510
To efficiently manufacture a family of receivers, based on the same main PC board, the

Figure 6

February 1987

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many peripheral components, only small
changes in the external Circuitry are needed.
NOTE:
This application note, written by Klaus Juhnke and
published as Technical Publication 169 by ELCOMA
in 1985, has been revised and edited.

TDA4565

Signetics

Color Transient Improvement
Circuit
Product Specification
Linear Products
PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA4565 is a monolithic integrated
circuit for color transient improvement
(CTI) and luminance delay line in gyrator
technique in color television receivers.

• Color transient improvement for
color difference signals (R-V) and
(8-V) with transient detecting,
storage, and switching stages
resulting in high transients of
color difference output signals
• A luminance signal path (V)
which substitutes the
conventional V-delay coil with an
integrated V-delay line
• Switchable delay time from 690ns
to 1005ns in steps of 45ns
• Two V output signals; one of
180ns less delay

(A-V) IN

1

18 GND

17

t~~~NANCE

DIFF CAP 3

16

8~~~~~f~D

DIFF CAP 4

15

~i~rxTlME

INT CAP

5

STOR~~~ 6

13

~W:;.g~LAY

(a-V) OUT 7

12

~~~~~NCE

11

~~O~~E~~TbELAY

STORAGE

CAP
TOP V1EW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-l02CS)

o to +70'C

TDA4565N

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vee = VlO - 1B

Supply voltage (Pin 10)

Vn-1B
V11 - 1B
V17-1B

Voltage ranges to Pin 18
(ground)
at Pins 1. 2, 12, and 15
at Pin 11
at Pin 17

V7-S
VB-9

Voltage ranges
at Pin 7 to Pin 6
at Pin 8 to Pin 9

± Is, 9
17, B, 11. 12

Currents
at Pins 6, 9
at Pins 7, 8, 11, and 12

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature
range

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

o to Vee
o to (Vec-3V)
o to 7

V
V
V

o to 5
o to 5

V
V

15

mA

1.1

W

-25 to +150

'C

o to + 70

'C

NOTE:
DC potential not published for Pins 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, and 14.

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4565

Color Transient Improvement Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM

Vee
(+12V)
10
TDA4565

12

Y OUTPUT

11

Y OUTPUT

t--[>---t-(I.,)
""'"--~

'---------I>-+-+(ID-18On8)

t--D--t"'- (R-V)

OUTPUT

Hf-D--t- (B-V)

OUTPUT

COLOR DIFFERENCE

INPUT SIGNALS

•

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Signetics linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4565

Color Transient Improvement Circuit

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = V, O- , 8 = 12V; TA = 25'C; measured in application circuit Figure 1, unless
otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER

Min

Typ

Max

12

13.2

V

35

50

mA

Supply (Pin 10)
VCC=V'0-'8

Supply voltage

10.8

Supply current
Icc = 1' 0
Color difference channels (Pins 1 and 2)
V, - , 8

(R-V) input voltage (peak-te-peak value) 75% color bar signal

1.05

V2-18

(B-V) input voltage (peak-to-peak value) 75% color bar signal

1.33

V
V

R,,2-,8

Input resistance

12

k.l1

V',2-18

Internal bias (input)

4.3

V

 5V) switches
the color on, the hue-control is
switched off, and the output
signals can be observed
• Sandcastle pulse detector for
burst gate, - line and + line
vertical blanking pulse detection;
the vertical part of the
sandcastle pulse is needed for
the internal color-on and coloroff delay
• Pulse processing part which shall
prevent a premature switching on
of the color; the color-on delay,
two or three field periods after
identification of the NTSC Signal,
is achieved by a counter. The
color is switched off
immediately, or, at the latest,
one field period after
disappearance of the
identification voltage

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
-(R·Y)IN

~..fe~.
15~~E

1

16

-(B,y)IN

Vee 7

ACCDC

FEEDBACK --._ _ _~9_ CHROMA IN

lOP VIEW

• - (B-V) and - (R-V) signal output
stages; the output stages are
low-resistance NPN emitterfollowers
• Separate color switching output

APPLICATIONS
• Video processing
• TV receivers
• Graphic systems

Demodulator part:
• Two synchronous demodulators
for the (B-V) and (R-V) Signals,
which incorporate stages for
blanking during line- and fieldflyback
• Internal filtering of the residual
carrier in the demodulated color
difference signals
• Color switching stages controlled
by the pulse processing part in
front of the output stages

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38)

o to + 70 e

TDA4570N

February 12, 1987

0

10-86

853-1185 87586

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Product Specification

TDA4570

NTSC Color Difference Decoder

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

10.8 to 13.2

V

5
5

rnA
rnA

Thermal resistance

80

'C/W

Total power dissipation

800

mW

-65 to +150

'C

VCC· V7_3

Supply voltage range

-11,2
-116

Currents
at Pins 1 and 2
at Pin 16

8JA
PTOT
TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

o to

+70

'C

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = 12V; TA = 25'C; measured in Figure 1, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

17

Supply current

Typ

Max

50

rnA

Chromlnance part
V9_3(P_P)

Input voltage range (peak-to-peak value)

V9-3(P.P)

Nominal input voltage (peak-to-peak values)
with 75% color bar signal

10

400

mV

100

mV

Z9_3

Input impedance

3.3

k,Q

C9_3

Input capacitance

4

pF

Oscillator and control voltage part
fo

Oscillator frequency for subcarrier frequency of 3.58MHz

7.16

MHz

R13-3

Input resistance

350

,Q

.:If

Catching range
(depending on RC network between Pins 12 and 3)

±300

Hz

V14-3
V14-3
V14-3

Control voltage
without burst signal
color switching threshold
hysteresis of color switching

tD ON

Color-on delay

3

Field
period

tD OFF

Color-off delay

1

Field
period

-116
V16-3
V16-3

Color-switching output (open NPN emitter)
output current
color-on voltage
color-off voltage

6
6.6
150

V
V
mV

5

mA
V
V

5

Degree

6
0

Hue control and service switches

t/>

Phase shift of reference carrier relative to the
input signal VII-3 = 3V

-t/>
t/>

Phase shift of reference carrier relative to phase
at VI I _3=3V VII_3=2V
VII -3 = 4V

-5

0

30
30

Internal source (open pin)

Degree
Degree
3

V

VII-3

First service position
(PLL is inactive for oscillator adjustment, color ON, hue OFF)

0

1

V

VII-3

Second service position (color ON; hue OFF)

5

Vcc

V

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Signetics linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4570

NTSC Color Difference Decoder

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vee = 12V; TA = 25'C; measured in Figure 1, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Demodulator part

V'_3(P.P)
V2-3(P_P)

Color difference output signals (peak-to-peak value)
-(R-V) signal
- (B-V) signal

0.84
1.06

1.05
1.33

1.32
1.67

V'_3
-

Ratio of color difference output signals (R-V)/(B-V)

0.71

0.79

0.87

V2_3

V,,2-3

DC voltage at color difference outputs

V'.2-3(P_P)
V'.2_3(P_P)

Residual carrier at color difference outputs
(1 X subcarrier frequency)
(2 X subcarrier frequency)

V
V

V

7.7
20
30

mV
mV

Sandcastle pulse detector

The sandcastle pulse is compared to three internal threshold levels, which are proportional to the supply voltage.
V'5_3
V'5-3(P-P)
V'5-3
V'5_3(P_P)
V'5_3
V'5_3(P_P)

Thresholds:
Field- and line-pulse separation; pulse on
Required pulse amplitude
line-pulse separation; pulse on
Required pulse amplitude
Burst-pulse separation; pulse on
Required pulse amplitude

V'5-3

Input voltage during horizontal scanning

1.1

V

-1'5

Input current

100

p.A

1.3
2
3.3
4.1
6.6
7.7

1.6
2.5
3.6
4.5
7.1

1.9
3
3.9
4.9
7.6

V
V
V
V
V
V

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10-89

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA4570

NTSC Color Difference Decoder

SERVICE SWITCH
(a) COLOR OM; HUE OFF
(e) COLOR OM; BURST OFF

18k

6.81<

3.31<

SERVICE
SWITCH

IMPUT
SAMOCASTLE
PULSE

(ei(b)I(a)

A--=ov
-

BV
---45V
2.5V .

10k
HUE

+12V +12V

COLOR KILLER VOLTAGE
COLOR OFF s 0.5V
COLOR OM 0.5 xVCC

DC
FEEDBACK
22nF

Vee
-(RoY)

-(BoY)

1.05Vp.p

1.35Vp.p

NOTE:
Crystal frequency-7.16MHz; resonance resistance

son;

load capacitance 20pF, dynamic capacitance 22pF and static capacitance 5.5pF.

Figure 1

February 12, 1987

10-90

= 12V

ACe

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TDA4580

Signetics

Video Control Combination
Circuit With Automatic Cut-Off
Control
Linear Products

Product Specification

DESCRIPTION
The TDA4580 is a monolithic integrated
circuit which performs video control
functions in television receivers with a
color difference interface. For example,
it operates in conjunction with the multistandard color decoder TDA4555. The
required input signals are: luminance
and negative color difference -(R-Y) and
-(B-Y), and a 3-level sand castle pulse
for control purposes. Analog RGB signals can be inserted from two sources,
one of which has full performance adjustment possibilities. RGB output signals are available for driving the video
output stages. This circuit provides automatic cut-off control of the picture tube.

FEATURES
• Capacitive coupling of the color
difference, luminance, and RGB
input signals with black level
clamping
• Two sets of analog RGB inputs
via fast switch 1 and fast switch
2
• First RGB inputs and fast switch
1 in accordance with
peritelevision connector
specification
• Saturation, contrast, and
brightness control acting on first
RGB inputs

• Brightness control acting on
second RGB inputs
• Equal black levels for television
and inserted signals
• Clamping, horizontal and vertical
blanking, and timing of automatic
cut-off, controlled by a 3-level
sandcastle pulse
• Automatic cut-off control with
compensation for leakage current
of the picture tube
• Measuring pulses of cut-off
control start immediately after
end of vertical part of sandcastie
pulse
• Three selectable blanking
intervals for PAL, SECAM, and
NTSC/PAL-M
• Two switch-on delays for run-in
without discoloration
• Adjustable peak drive limiter
• Average beam current limiter
• G-Y and RGB matrix coefficients
selectable for PAL/SECAM and
NTSC (correction for FCC
primaries)
• Bandwidth 10MHz (typ.)
• Emitter-follower outputs for
driving the RGB output stages

APPLICATIONS
• Video processing
• TV receivers
• Projection TV

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
28-Pin Plastic DIP, (SOT·117)

January 14, 1987

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to

ORDER CODE

70'C

TDA4580N

10-91

PIN CONFIGURATION

N Package

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PIN NO.

SYMBOL
RO
CR
GO
CG
80

Vee
C8

DESCRIPTION

Red output
Red storage capacitor for cutoff control
Green output
Green storage capacitor for
cut-off control
Blue output
Positive supply voltage (+ 12V)
Blue storage capacitor for cutoff control

lO

PAL/NTSC matrix and blanking

11

POL
SC
FSW1

time Jevel detector input
Peak drive limiting input
Sandcastle pulse input
Fast switch 1 for Y, CD, and

12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

81
G1
R1
Y
SAT
-(R-Y)
-(B-Y)
CON
SRI
82
G2
R2
GNO
Bel

26
27

CC
CLC

28

FSW2

9
10

RGB inputs
Blue input (external signal)
Green input (external signal)
Red input (external signal)
Luminance input
Saturation control input
Color difference input - (R - Y)
Color difference input - (8 - Y)
Contrast control input
Brightness control input
Teletext blue input
Teletext green input
Teletext red input
Ground
Average beam current limiting
input
Automatic cut-off control input
Storage capaCitor for leakage
current
Fast switch 2 for teletext inputs

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

TDA4580

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Vcc = V6-24 Supply voltage range (Pin 6)
Vn- 24

Vs. 11, 2S-24
VlO - 24
V26-24
-ll.3,5(AV)
-ll,3,5(M)
119(AV)
126

Voltage range at Pins 2, 4, 7, 9, 12,
13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21,
22, 23, 25, 27 to Pin 24 (ground)
Voltage ranges
at Pins 8, 11, 28
at Pin 10
at Pin 26

RATING

UNIT

o to 13.2

V

o to Vee

V

-0.5 to Vee
o to Vee+0.7
-0.7 to Vee+ 0.7

V
V
V

3
10
5
1

rnA
rnA
rnA
rnA

Currents
at Pins 1, 3, 5 (average)
at Pins 1, 3, 5 (peak)
at Pin 19 (average)
at Pin 26

PTOT

Total power dissipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

eJA

Thermal resistance from junction to
ambient

2

W

-65 to + 150

°C

o to +70

°C

37

°C /W

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in a circuit similar to Figure 2 at nominal settings
(saturation, contrast, brightness), no beam current or peak drive limiting; all voltages
with respect to Pin 24 (ground), unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

= V6-24
= 16

Vee

Supply voltage range

lee

Supply current

10.8

13.2

V

110

rnA
V

Color difference inputs (Pins 17 and 18)

V17 - 24(P-P)

-(R - Y) input signal at Pin 17 (peak-to-peak value)l, 2

1.05

V18-24(P-P)

-(B- Y) input Signal at Pin 18 (peak-to-peak value)l, 2

1.33

1117. 181

Input current during scanning

R17.18

Input resistance

V17, 18-24

Internal DC bias voltage during clamping time

V
0.3

5

pA

MQ
7.5

V

Luminance input (Pin 15)2

V15 - 24(P-P)

Composite video input signal (VBS) (peak-to-peak value)

11151

Input current during scanning

R15

Input resistance

V15-24

Internal DC bias voltage during clamping time

0.45

V
0.3

5

pA

Mn
7.4

V

Signal switch 1 input (Pin 11)

Vll -24

Input voltage level for insertion of Y and CD signals

Vl1-24

RGB1 signals

Rll

Internal resistor to ground

January 14, 1987

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Supply (Pin 6)

0.4

0.9

3.0
10

10-93

V
V
kQ

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

TDA4580

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) Vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in a circuit similar to Figure 2 at
nominal settings (saturation, contrast, brightness), no beam current
or peak drive limiting; all voltages with respect to Pin 24 (ground),
unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

RGB1 inputs (R1 Pin 14, G1 Pin 13, B1 Pin 12) (signals controlled by saturation, contrast, and brightness)2
V12, 13, 14-24

Input signal (black to white value)

1112, 13, 141

Input current during scanning

R12, 13, 14

Input resistance

V12, 13, 14-24

Internal DC bias voltage during clamping time

0.7

V
0.3

/lA
M,Q

5
8.2

V

RGB/Y, (R - V), (B - Y) - Matrix
Matrixed according to the equations
V(A_V)=0.7 VA -0.59 VG-0.11 Ve
V(B _ V) = -0.3 VA - 0.59 VG+ 0.89 VB
V(V) =0.3 VA+0.59 VG+0.11 VB
Contrast control input (Pin 19) (contrast control acts on Y and CD signals or RGB1 signals, respectively)3
V19-24

Maximum contrast

4

V19-24

Nominal contrast (6dB below maximum)

3

V

Attenuation of contrast at V19 - 24 = 2V (related to maximum)

22

dB

-119

V

3

Input current at V19_24=2 to 4V

!1A

Peak drive limiting input (Pin 9)4
V9-24

Internal DC bias voltage

9

V

R9

Input resistance at V9-24 > 9V

10

k,Q

119

Control current into contrast input (Pin 19) during peak drive
V1, 2, or 3-24> V9- 24

20

rnA

V

Average beam current limi,ing input (Pin 25)5
V25-24

Start of contrast reduction at maximum contrast setting

8.5

LlV25 _ 24

Input range for full contrast reduction

1.0

V

R25

Input resistance at V25 _ 24 < 6V

2.2

k,Q

Saturation control input (Pin 16) (saturation control acts on CD signals or RGB1 signals, respectively)
V16-24

Maximum saturation

4

V

V16-24

Nominal saturation (6dB below maximum)

3

V

Attenuation of saturation at V16-24= 1.8V
(related to maximum at 100kHz)
116

50

dB

Input current at V16-24 = 1.8 to 4V

10

!1A

3

V

10

!1A

Brightness control input (Pin 20)6, 7
V20-24

Control voltage range

-120

Input current at V20-24 = 1 to 3V

V20-24

Control voltage for nominal brightness

2.2

V

Change of black level in the control range related to the
nominal output signal (black/white) for LlV20-24 = tV

33

%

V2O -24

January 14, 1987

1

Signal switched off and black level equal to cut-off level

10-94

11.5

V

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

TDA4580

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) Vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in a circuit similar to Figure 2 at
nominal settings (saturation. contrast. brightness). no beam current
or peak drive limiting; all voltages with respect to Pin 24 (ground).
unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Y, (R-Y), (B-Y)/RGB-Matrlx8
PAL matrix (V8 _ 24

= .;; 4.5V)

Matrixed according to the equation
V(G _ V) = -0.51V(R _ V) -0.19V(S _ V)
NTSC matrix (V8 -24

= ;;. 5.5V)

(Adaption for NTSC-FCC primaries. nominal hue control set
on _5°C)
Matrixed according to the equation
V(G_ V)8 = -0.43V(R_ V) - 0.11V(B_ V)
V(R_ V)8 = 1.57V(R _ V) - 0.41V(B_ V)
VI(S_V)8 = VIS_V)
RGB2 inputs (Teletext) (R2 Pin 23, G2 Pin 22, B2 Pin 21)2
(RGB signals controlled by brightness control)
V21. 22. 23-24

Input signal for 100% output signals (black to white value)

121 . 22. 23

Input current during scanning

121. 22. 23

Input resistance

V

1
0.3
5

p.A
Mn

Signal switch 2 input (Pin 28)
Input voltage level for insertion of Y.
CD signals or RGB 1 signals. respectively
V28-24
V28 - 24

RGB signals from matrix9
RGB2 signals9

R28·24

Internal resistor to ground

0.4
3.0

0.9
10

V
V
kn

Automatic cut-off control input (Pin 26) (Leakage current measuring time and Insertion of RGB cut-off measuring linessee Figure 3; types of ultra-black level- see Figure 1.)10
V26-24

Allowed maximum external DC bias voltage

llV26 _ 24

Voltage difference between cut-off current measurement and
leakage current measurement

5.5

V1, 3. 5-24

Warm-up test pulse

V26-24

Threshold for warm-up detector

V
0.5

V

V9 _ 24 8

V

8

V

400

n

Storage input for leakage current (Pin 27)
R27

Internal resistance during leakage current measuring time
(current limiting at 127 = 0.2mA)

11271

Input current except during cut-off control cycle

0.5

p.A

Storage inputs for automatic cut-off control (Pins 2, 4, 7)
1'2, 4, 71

Charge and discharge currents

112, 4, 71

Input currents of storage inputs out of control time

January 14, 1987

mA

0.3

10-95

0.1

p.A

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Signetics linear Products

Product Specification

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

TDA4580

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) Vce = 12V; TA = 25°C; measured in a circuit similar to Figure 2 at
nominal settings (saturation, contrast, brightness), no beam current
or peak drive limiting; all voltages with respect to Pin 24 (ground),
unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Switching voltage input for PAL matrix and vertical blanking
period of
25 lines
22 lines
18 lines

1.5
3.5

0
2
4

0.5
2.5
4.5

VS-24

NTSC matrix and vertical blanking period of 18 lines

5.5

6

Is

Input current

Switch input for PALINTSC matrix and vertical blanking time (Pin 8)11

VS-24
VS-24
VS-24

V
V
V

12

V

50

iJA

3.0
5.0

V
V
V
I's

100

iJA

10

%

Sandcastle pulse detector (Pin 10) 12

V10-24
V10-24
V lO -24
tD

The following amplitudes are required for separating the
various pulses:
horizontal and vertical blanking pulses
horizontal pulses for counter logic
clamping pulses
delay of leading edge of clamping pulse

-110

Input current at V10 _ 24

2.0
4.0
7.5

2.5
4.5
1

= OV

Outputs for positive RGB signals (RO Pin I, GO Pin 3, BO Pin 5)13
V1, 3, 5-24

Nominal signal amplitude (black/white)

3

Spreads between channels
V1, 3, 5-24

Maximum signal amplitude (black/white)

11, 3, 5

Internal current source

V

4

V
3
160

mA
220

n

R1, 3, 5

Output resistance

V1, 3, 5-24

Minimum output voltage

1

V

V1, 3, 5-24

Maximum output voltage

10

V

Horizontal and vertical blanking to ultra-black level 2, related
to nominal signal black level in percentage of nominal signal
amplitude

45

55

%

Vertical blanking to ultra-black level I, related to cut-off
measuring level in percentage of nominal signal amplitude

25

35

%

Recommendation:
Range for cut-off measuring level 1.5 to 5.0V;
nominal value at 3V 14

Gain data 15
d

Frequency response of Y path (0 to 8MHz)
Pins I, 3, and 5 to Pin 15

3

dB

d

Frequency response of CD path (0 to 8MHz)
Pin 1 to Pin 17 = Pin 5 to Pin 18

3

dB

d

Frequency response of RGBI path (0 to BMHz)
Pin 1 to Pin 14 = Pin 3 to Pin 13
= Pin 5 to Pin 12

3

dB

d

Frequency response of RGB2 path (0 to 10MHz)
Pin 1 to Pin 23 = Pin 3 to Pin 22
= Pin 5 to Pin 21

3

dB

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut·Off Control

TDA4580

NOTES:

1. The value of the color difference input signals. -(B - Y) and -(R - V). is given for saturated color bar with 75% of maximum amplitude.
2. Capacitive coupled to a low ohmic source; recommended value 600n (maximum).
3. At Pin 19 for V19 - 24 <2.0V, no further decrease of contrast is possible.

4. The peak drive limiting of output Signals is achieved by contrast reduction. The limiting level of the output signals is equal to the voltage V. _ 24.
adjustable in the range 5 to 11V. After exceeding the adjusted limiting level at peak drive, limiter will not be active during the first line.
S. The average beam current limiting acts on contrast and at minimum contrast on brightness (the external contrast voltage at Pin 19 is not affected).

6. At nominal brightness the black level at the output is 0.3V ("'-10% of nominal Signal amplitude) below the measuring level.
7. The internal control voltage can never be more positive than O.7V above the internal contrast voltage.
S. Matrix equation

V(R-Y). V(B_YI
V(G_YI·' V(R-y)·. V(B-Y)'

: output of NTSC decoder of PAL type demodulating axis and amplitudes
: for NTSC modified CD signals; equivalent to demodulation with the following axes

(B - V)' demodulator axis
(R - Y)' demodulator axis
(R - V)' amplification factor

0'
115' (PAL 90')
1.97 (PAL 1.14)
2.03 (PAL 2.03)

and amplification factors:

(8 - Y)* amplification factor

V(G _ YI'

=-0.27V(R _ Y)' - 0.22V(B _ YI··

9. During clamping time. in each channel the black level of the inserted signal is clamped on the black level of the internal signal behind the matrix
(dependent on brightness control).
10. During warm-up time of the picture tube. the RGB outputs (Pins 1. 3. and 5) are blanked to minimum output voltage. An inserted white pulse during
the vertical flyback is used for beam current detection. If the beam current exceeds the threshold of the warm-up detector at Pin 26. the cut-off
current control starts operating, but the video signal is still blanked. After run-in of the cut-off current control loop, the video signal will be released.
The first measuring pulse occurs in the first complete line after the end of the vertical part of the sandcastle pulse. The absolute minimum vertical
part must contain 9 line-pulses. The cycle time of the counter is 63 lines. When the vertical pulse is longer than 61 lines, the Ie is reset to the
switch-on condition. In this event the video signal is blanked and the AGB outputs are blanked to minimum output voltage as during warm-up time.
During leakage current measurement, all three channels are blanked to ultra-black level 1. With the measuring level only in the controlled channel,

the other two channels are blanked to ultra-black level 1. The brightness control shifts both the signal black level and the ultra-black level 2. The
brightness control is disabled from line 4 to the end of the last measuring line (see Figure 1).
With the most adverse conditions (maximum brightness and minimum black level 2) the blanking level is located 30% of nominal Signal amplitude
below the cut-off measuring level.

11. The given blanking times are valid for the vertical part of the sandcastle pulse of 9 to 15 lines. If the vertical part is longer and the cut-off lines are
outside the vertical blanking period of 18. 22. or 25 lines. respectively. the blanking of the signal ends with the end of the last of the three cut-off
measuring pulses as shown in Figure 3.
12. The sandcastle pulse is compared with three internal thresholds (proportional to Vee> to separate the various pulses. The internal pulses are
generated when the input pulse at Pin 10 exceeds the thresholds. The thresholds are for:
• Horizontal and vertical blanking
V 10 - 24 = 1.5V

• Horizontal pulse
• Clamping pulse

V10 _24
VlO-24

= 3.5V
= 7.0V

13. The outputs at Pins 1, 3, and 5 are emitter-followers with current sources and emitter protection resistors.
14. The value of the cut-off control range for the positive AGB output signals is given for a nominal output signal. If the signal amplitude is reduced. the
cut-off range can be increased.

15. The gain data is given for a nominal setting of the contrast and saturation controls. measured without load at the RGB outputs (Pins 1. 3. and 5).

BRIGHTNESS
- - - - - - NOMINAL
................................. MAXIMUM
•••• _._._._ ••• MINIMUM

UIJ"RA_BLACK

LEVEL 2

L---------~--------------------------~~~R~~::NAL
L-----------------------~L-------------------------UIJ"RA_BLACKLEV"'1

Figure 1. Types of Ultra-Black Levels

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Product Specification

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

TDA4580

-B

-R

-G

VC~(+~~----------------~----------+---------~--------+---------,
Vcc(+12~ ------t---------+----------+-----~--+--------+_----"t_--+_-------r_--..,..--;-___,
BWE
OUTPUT

GREEN
OUTPUT

STAGE

STAGE

RED
OUTPUT

STAGE

820

18k

820

820

1N4148

1N4148

2.2k

2.2k

820

1.8k

3.3k

430

4.7k

Bessa

+----+--4________+---+-+________

L--____________

G

lOOnF
~~~

CUT-OFF
CONTROL

NOTE:
1. Capacitor value depends on circuit layout.

Figure 2a. Part of Typical Application Circuit Diagram Using the TDA4580; Continued in Figure 2b

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CURRENT
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Product Specification

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

G

B

R

L

220nF

r-no-----....,:IB

FAST SWITCH 2
FSW2 .....-.,-::----+-,....---~NTERNALSOURCE)
'ZT
I_F
75
0/1V

I

2

.:f--H-~

~ 1 10k ~
56k "*"
CC~--~~v_-~--~v_,
I ",:
'*"

CR

CLC

L - - -__-~GO

220nF

4

f -H---;

CG
L-_ _ _ _ _ _ _~~

+12V

25

8

24

GND~23=----10-n-F--::!:'":"

UMmNGLEVEL,I l O k . . . c - - i
CB
SELECTION OF MATRIX ."
":"
8 LD
AND VERTICAL BLANKING
9
lOkL------iPDL

SANDCASTLE
PULSE

-

SC

FASTSWI~~~ ______~----II~FSW1

~.

B1(O.7~

R1(O.7~

;D
;D
;D

22

ask

y'110~
F

+

~ R2"~
~":"

10nF

G2~--~II----~~---------G2"~
TDA4580

10

2.5V
0

1

R2

I

n-_____ ::V
r··r ~.. '[- - - - - - - - - 1

'-jh

BCL~--~--~--~V-------~

PEA~:IV-E--1F1-----220-1F--:--nF-7~vCc

~

TDA4580

21

10nF

~

SIGNAL INSERTION
~NTERNAL SOURCE)

B2~----~~I----~~----------B2"~

~

BRII-20...:....------------150--k___ ~~:~NESS
CON I-l..;.9__________~----~v-- CONTRAST

~
+ 14.7_~_

lOnF 12

1

B1

1

Gl

22nF

1

-

;:vv;.,.

-(R.y) I-l_7_____UI_____________ -(R.Y)

16

22nF

}CD
SIGNALS

1.05Vp.p

SAT I-l-S-----:4=-7n"::F------L.------- SATURATION

10nF 14

1

18
-(B-Y)

10nF 13

(2104~

y~-----;~(2104~

R1

L.._ _ _ _ _....I

DELAYED
LUMINANCE
OASVp.p

Figure 2b. Part of Typical Application Circuit Diagram Using the TDA4580; Continued from Figure 2a

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Product Specification

Video Control Combination Circuit
With Automatic Cut-Off Control

9

10

11

TDA4580

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

V8_24 =2V

V8-24~4V

,0

I

~
NOTES:
1. Vertical part of sandcas11e pulse starts with equalizing pulses and ends with flyback.
2. Blanking period of 25 complete lines.
3. Leakage measuring period (LM).
4. Vertical part of sandcastle pulse starts and ends with flyback.
5. Blanking period of 22 complete lines.
6. Blanking period of 18 complete lines.
7. Cut-off measuring line for red signal (MR).
8. Cut-off measuring line for green signal (MG).
9. Cut-off measuring line for blue signal (MB).

Figure 3. Blanking and Measuring Lines

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21

22 23

24 25

26

Z1

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TDA8442

Signetics

Quad DAC With 12C Interface
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TOAB442 consists of four 6-bit Of A
converters and 3 output ports. This IC
was designed to provide 12C control, by
replacing the potentiometers, for the
TOA3560-series single-chip color decoders. Control of the IC is performed
via the two-line, bidirectional 12C bus.

•
•
•

PIN CONFIGURATION

6-bit resolution
3 output ports
12 C control

N Package
DACO

APPLICATIONS

NC

• 12 C interface control
• System control
• Switching

NC
NC
P2N

P1

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

NC

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-20·C to + 70·C

TDA8442N

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38)

lOP VIEW
CD12850S

PIN NO.

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

1
2

RATING

UNIT

VCC

Supply voltage range (Pin 9)

-0.3 to + 13.2

V

VSDA
VSCL
VCC2
VCC2N
VCC1
VDAX

Input! output voltage ranges
(Pin 4)
(Pin 5)
(Pin 6)
(Pin 12)
(Pin 11)
(Pins 1 to 3 and Pin 16)

-0.3 to
-0.3 to
-0.3 to
-0.3 to
-0.3 to
-0.3 to

V
V
V
V
V
V

+ 13.2
+ 13.2
VCC 1
VCC 1
VCC 1
VCC 1

PTOT

Total power dissipation

1

W

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

·C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·C

SYMBOL

Analog output 1
Analog output 2

DAC3

Analog output 3

SDA
SCl
P2
7
8
9

NC
GND
Vee
NC
P1

12
13

P2N
NC
NC
NC
DACO

10
11

"

15
16

DESCRIPTION

DAC1
DAC2

Serial data line
Serial clock line

J r2c bus

Port 2 NPN -collector output
with internal pull-up resistor
Not connected
Supply retum (ground)

Positive supply voltage
Not connected
Port 1 open NPN emitter
output
Inverted P2 output

Not connected
Not connected
Not connected
Analog output 0

NOTE:
1. Pin voltage may exceed Vee if the current in that pin is limited to 10mA.

February 12, 1987

10-101

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Product Specification

Quad DAC With 12C Interface

TDA8442

BLOCK DIAGRAM

19

t

TDA8442
DIGITAL-TO·ANALOG
CONVERTER
DACO

--

.2 r-

DlGITAl·TO·ANALOG
CONVERTER
DAC1

~

.!. -

DIGITAl·TO·ANALOG
CONVERTER
DAC2

....!. -

DIGITAL-TO·ANALOG
CONVERTER
DAC3

~

-

POWER·DOWN
DETECTOR

1
DAC2

DAC3

OUTPUT PORT
P2

r- r!-- P2

r---

OUTPUT PORT
P2N

12

~

OUTPUT PORT
P1

I

I I

DACX

I-

POD

I'CBUS
SLAVE
RECEIVER

-t

February 12, 1987

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t

~4

b

SDA

SCl

10-102

S

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-

P2N

~ P1

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Product Specification

Quad DAC With 12C Interface

TDA8442

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = + 25°C; Vee = 12V, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

10.8

12

13.2

Supplies
Vee

Supply voltage (Pin 9)

lec

Supply currents (no outputs loaded) (Pin 9)

12

V
rnA

12C bus Inputs SDA (Pin 4) and SCL (Pin 5)
VIH

Input voltage High 1

VIL

Input voltage Low

IIH
IlL

3

Vce- l

-0.3

1.5

V

Input current High 1

10

pA

Input current Low 1

10

pA

V

12C bus output SDA (Pin 4) (open-collector)
VOL

Output voltage Low at 10L = 3.0mA

10L

Maximum output sink current

0.4
5

V
rnA

Ports P2 and P2N (Pins 6 and 12) (NPN collector output with pull-up resistor to Vee)
Ro

Internal pull-up resistor to Vee

5

VOL

Output voltage Low at IOL = 2mA

10L

Maximum output sink current

10

15
0.4

2

kn
V
rnA

5

Port Pl (Pin 11) (open NPN emitter output)
10H

Output current High at 0 < Vo

10L

Output leakage current at 0 < Vo

< Vee -1.5V
< VeeV

14

rnA
100

jJ.A

Digital-to-analog outputs Output DACO (Pin 16)
VOMAX

Maximum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOMIN

Minimum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOLSB

Positive value of smallest step2 (1 LSB)

3

V
1

V

100

mV

Deviation from linearity

150

mV

70

n

6

rnA

0

Zo

Output impedance at -2 < 10 < + 2mA

-IOH

Maximum output source current

2

IOL

Maximum output sink current

2

8

rnA

Output DACl (Pin 1)
VOMAX

Maximum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOMIN

Minimum output voltage (unloaded)2

4

VOLSB

Positive value of smallest step2 (1 LSB)

Zo

Output impedance at -2

-IOH

Maximum output source current

2

10L

Maximum output sink current

2

V

0

Deviation from linearity

February 12, 1987

< 10 < + 2mA

10-103

8

1.7

V

120

mV

170

mV

70

n

6

rnA
rnA

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Product Specification

Quad DAC With 12C Interface

TDA8442

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = + 25°C; Vce = 12V, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Output DAC2 (Pin 2)
VOMAX

Maximum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOMIN

Minimum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOlSB

Positive value of smallest step2 (1 LSB)

V

4

a

Deviation from linearity

< 10 < +2mA

Zo

Output impedance at -2

-IOH

Maximum output source current

2

10l

Maximum output sink current

2

1.7

V

120

mV

170

mV

70

11

6

mA

8

mA

Output DAC3 (Pin 3)
VOMAX

Maximum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOMIN

Minimum output voltage (unloaded)2

VOlSB

Positive value of smallest step2 (1 LSB)

Zo

Output impedance at -2

-IOH

Maximum output source current

2

10l

Maximum output sink current

2

10

V

a

Deviation from linearity

< 10 < + 2mA

1

V

350

mV

0.50

V

70

11

6

mA
mA

8

Power-down reset
VeeD

Maximum value of Vee at which power-down reset is active

6

tA

Rise time of Vee during power-on (Vee rising from OV to VeeD)

5

NOTES:

I. If Vee < tV, the input current is limited to IOp.A at input voltages up to 13.2V.
2. Values are proportional to Vee.

February 12, 1987

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Product Specification

Quad DAC With 12C Interface

TDA8442

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Reset

Control

The power-down reset mode occurs whenever the positive supply voltage falls below B.SV
(typical) and resets all registers to a defined
state.

Analog control is facilitated by four 6-bit
digital-to-analog converters (DACO to DAC3).
The values of the output voltages from the
DACs are set via the 12C bus.
The high-current output port (P1) is suitable
for switching between internal and external
RGB signals. It is an open NPN emitter output
capable of sourcing 14mA (minimum).
The two output ports (P2 and P2N) can be
used for NTSC/PAL switching. These are
NPN collector outputs with internal pull-up
resistors of 10k!2 (typical). Both outputs are
capable of sinking up 10 2mA with a voltage
drop of less than 400mV. If one output is
programmed to be Low, the other output will
be High, and vice versa.

OPERATION

Write
12C

The TDAB442 is controlled via the
bus.
Programming of the TDAB442 is performed
using the format shown in Figure 1.
Acknowledge (A) is generated by the
TDAB442 only when a valid address is received and the device is not in the powerdown reset mode (Vee> B.SV (typ».

Control
Control is implemented by the instruction
byles POD (port output data) and DACX

INSTRUCTION BYTE

MODULE ADDRESS

S
MSB

l _

(digital-to-analog converter control), and the
corresponding data/control byles (see Figure
2).
POD Bit P1 - If a '1' is programmed, the Pl
output is forced High. If a '0' is programmed,
or after a power-down reset, the Pl output is
Low (high-impedance state).
POD Bit P2/P2N - If a '1' is programmed,
the P2 output goes High and the P2N output
goes Low. If a '0' is programmed, and after a
power-down reset, the P2 output is Low and
the P2N output is High.
DAX Bits AX5 to AXO - The digital-toanalog converter selected corresponds to the
decimal equivalent of the two bits Xl and XO.
The output voltage of the selected DAC is
programmed using Bits AXS to AXO, the
lowest value being all AXS to AXO data at '0',
or when power-down reset has been activated.

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

MSB

MSB

RIW

Figure 1, TDA8442 Programming Format

INSTRUCTION BYTE

DATA/CONTROL BYTE

Figure 2. Control Programming

February 12, 19B7

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Product Specification

Quad DAC With 12C Interface

12

c

TDA8442

BUS TIMING

BU$ loading conditions: 4kf2 pull-up resistor to + 5V; 200pF capacitor to GND.
All values are referred to VIH = SV and VIL = 1.5V.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

tauF

Bus free before start

4

/lS

tsu. tSTA

Start condition setup time

4

/lS

tHO. tSTA

Start condition hold time

4

/lS

tLow

Low period SCL. SDA

4

/lS

tHIGH

High period SCL

4

tR

Rise time SCL. SDA

1

/lS

tF

Fall time SCL. SDA

O.SO

P.S

tsu. tOAT

Data setup time (write)

0.25

tHO. tOAT

Data hold time (write)

a

tsu. tACK

Acknowledge (from TDA8442) setup time

tHO. tACK

Acknowledge (from TDA8442) hold time

a

p.s

tsu. tSTO

Stop condition setup time

4

p.s

p.s
p.s
2

SDA

(WRITE)

seL

NOTE:
Reference levels are 10 and 90%.

Figure 3. 12 C Bus Timing, TDA8442

February 12. 1987

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TDA8443, TDA8443A

Signetics

RGBfYUV Switch
Preliminary Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA8443/8443A is intended to be
used in color TV sets which have more
than one base-band video source. The
IC has two sets of inputs. The first
(inputs 1) is intended for the internal
video signals (R-Y), Y, (B-Y), and the
associated synchronization pulse coming from the color decoder; the second
(Inputs 2) is intended for external video
signals R, G, B, and the associated
synchronization pulse coming from the
accessory inputs. The latter ones (Inputs
2) can also consist of the video signals
(R-Y), Y, (B-Y), and the associated synchronization pulse. The RGB signals at
Inputs 2 can also be matrixed internally
into the luminance signal Y and the
color-difference signals (R-Y) and (B-Y)
before they become available at the
outputs. By means of 12 C bus mode or
manual control (control by DC voltages),
one of these inputs can be selected and
will be available at the outputs. The IC
contains three pins for programming the
sub-address; this means that within one
TV set the system can be expanded up
to seven ICs. The TDA8443 is designed
to be used with the CCTV levels, while
the TDA8443A is designed to be used
for the standard decoder signal levels.

• Two RGB/YUV selectable
clamped inputs with associated
sync
• An RGB/YUV matrix
• 3-State switching with an OFF
state
• Four amplifiers with selectable
gain
• Fast switching to allow for mixed
mode
• 12C or non-1 2 C mode (control by
DC voltages)
• Slave receiver in the 12C mode
• External OFF command
• System expansion possible up to
7 devices

PIN CONFIGURATION

APPLICATIONS
• TV receivers
• Video switching

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
o to

24-Pin Plastic DIP (80T-101)
24-Pin Plastic DIP (80T-101)

ORDER CODE

+70°C

TDA6443N

+70°C

TDA6443AN

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

V18-7

Supply voltage

PD

Total power dissipation

TJMAX

Maximum junction temperature

VSDA
VSCL

Input voltage range

lOMAX

Maximum output current

February 1967

RATING

UNIT

-65 to +150

°C

o to

+70

14

°C
V

W

Pin 13
14
other pins

125

°C

-0.3 to 14
-0.3 to 14
-0.3 to Vcc+ 0.3

V
V
V

TSD

mA

10-107

N Package
SELECTION
IN
SYNCIN6~

2

FAST
SWllCHIN
RGB/YUV IN O~

4

RGB/YUV IN O~

5

RGB/YUVIN6~

8

REGULAlOR
DECOUP
SYNC IN (I) 8

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Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA8443, TDA8443A

RGB fYUV Switch

BLOCK DIAGRAM
OUTPUT

SDA

SCL

? ,.

?13

so

'i,.

s,
?'6

S2

'i17

-

Vee
'8

_R_

,

-(R-y)

Y

~'9

~2'

20

GND

~

-=

SYNC

CLAMP
CAP

~23

22

24

•

• ro---- ro-----------;~
- ...1'----J

I'C BUS
INTERFACEIDECDOER

T

I

~

~

~

'--

,.------<

't-{I:-T \

\

FB

SUPPLY

1 f f
;a.

~

tlsjL

-

~iJ~
11

'2
-(B-Y)

Y

,0
-(R-Y)

8

~7

February 1987

6

CLAMP
PULSE
OEN.
CL

5

o

SYNC

Y

SUPPLY

10-108

l

I

MATRIX

I

9

INT.
INPUTS' FROM
COLOR DECODER

L......-

~~
DN

'l.

4

R

R-V

I

~3
FS

INPUTS 2 FROM
ACCESSORY INPUT

r-

~2

SYNC

6'

SEL

Preliminary Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA8443, TDA8443A

RGB jYUV Switch

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C and Vee = 12V, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Typ

Max
13.2

V

TBF

TBF

mA

Absolute gain difference with respect to programmed value

0

10

%

Relative gain difference between any 2 channels of one input

0

5

%
p.A

Min
V18-7

Supply voltage

118

Supply current

10

RGB/YUV channels

liN

Input current

TBF

0.3

ZOUT

Output impedance

TBF

30

n

3dB bandwidth (mode 0 or 2)

10

MHz

3dB bandwidth mode 1

10

MHz

Mutual time difference at output if all inputs of one source are
connected together
Maximum output amplitude of YUV signals

TBF

25

ns
Vp.p

2.8

Crosstalk between inputs of same source, at 5MHz1

-30

dB

Crosstalk between different sources

-50

dB

Isolation (OFF state) at 10MHz

dB

50
10

Differential gain at nominal output signals:
R-Y=1.05Vp_p
B-Y = 1.33Vp.p
Y = 0.34Vp_p
SIN

Signal-to-noise ratio at nominal input

BW

Bandwidth = 5MHz2

50

Supply voltage rejection 3

dB

50

DC level of outputs during clamp

%

dB
5.3

V

Sync channels
Gain difference with respect to programmed value
BW

3dB bandwidth

TBF

Input amplitude of sync pulse for proper operation of clamp
pulse generator
ZOUT

10

0.2

Output impedance
2.5

DC level on top of sync pulse at output

TBF

MHz
2.5

TBF

Maximum output amplitude (undistorted)

%

30

Vp.p

n
Vp_p

1.8

TBF

V

V

,2C bus inputs/outputs
SDA input (Pin 13)
SCl input (Pin 14)
VIH

Input voltage High

3

Vee

Vil

Input voltage low

-0.3

1.5

V

IIH

Input current High

10

p.A

Input current low

10

p.A

III

SDA output (open-collector)
VOL

Output voltage Low at IO-l = 3mA

IOl

Maximum output sink current

February 1987

0.4
5

10-109

V
mA

II

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA8443, TDA8443A

RGBJYUV Switch

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TA = 25°C and Vcc = 12V, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Sub-address inputs SO (Pin 15), S1 (Pin 16), S2 (Pin 17)
VIH

Input voltage High

3

Vee

VIL

Input voltage Low

-0.3

0.4

V

IIH

Input current High

TBF

I1A

IlL

Input current Low

TBF

I1A
V

V

Fast switching pin
V3 - 7

Input voltage High

1

3

V3 - 7

Input voltage Low

-0.3

0.4

V

13

Input current High

TBF

I1A
I1A

13

Input current Low

TBF

Switching delay4

TBF

Switching time 4

TBF

SEL pin
V1- 7

Input voltage High

3

Vee

V1_7

Input voltage Low

-0.3

0.4

V

11

Input current High

TBF

11

Input current Low

TBF

I1A
jJA

V

ON pin
Vg_ 7

Input voltage High

3

Vee

V

V9_7

Input voltage Low

-0.3

1.5

V

Ig

Input current High

TBF

I1A

Ig

Input current Low

TBF

/1A

NOTES:
1. Crosstalk is defined as the ratio between the output signal originating from another input and the nominal output signal on the same output.

2. SIN

= 2010g

VoP.p
Vo nOise RMS B = 5MHz

3. Supply voltage rejection

=

2010g ,,-VR,,-S-,UP:.,:P-,IY,-VR on output

4. Fast switching input signal
Output signal: YUV
Input : OV input 1, mode 2
0.75V RGB input 2, mode 1

tl=::::i~.=--

--=:I-....I----+I••

----SWITCHING DELAY - - - -......

I

I

I

I

I~~____________________- , I

50~~O%

I 4°%~i

'til'.

i\--

----'-::.~I-t':.t------SWITCHING T I M E - - - - -••+I...,Ir-.1--

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Preliminary Specification

TDA8443, TDA8443A

RGB fYUV Switch

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The circuit contains two sets of inputs: input 1
from the color decoder (color difference signals), and input 2 from the accessory input,
RGB, or possibly YUV, both with associated
synchronization inputs.

In the RGB mode, the signals are matrixed
internally to color difference signals for further processing in a control circuit (e.g.,
TDA8461).
The inputs are clamped, thus the clamp pulse
is internally derived from the sync signals.
The outputs can be made high-ohmic (OFF)

in order to be able to put several circuits in
parallel.

Control
The circuit can be controlled by an 12C bus or
directly by DC voltages. The fast switching
input can be operated by Pin 16 of the
accessory input.

12C BUS MODE
The protocol for the TOA8443 for 12C bus
mode is:
STA

A6

STA
A6
A5
A4
A3
A2
A1
AO
R/W

A5

A4

A3

A2

A1

AO

R/W

STO

Start condition

~J

AC
07
06
05
04
03
02
01
DO

fixed address bits

Sub-address bit set by S2
Sub-address bit set by S1
Sub-address bit set by SO
Read/Write bit (= 0 only write mode allowed)

Acknowledge, generated by the TOA8443
M001
MODO
mode control bits, see Table 2

1

.

~~ 1

gain control bits, see Table 4
GO
PRIOR, priority bit
ON/OFF bit
ON/OFF active bit

Table 1. Sub-Addressing
SLAVE ADDRESS BITS

ADDRESS SELECT PINS

A2

A1

AD

0

0

0

0

0

1

S2

Sl

SO

0

GNO

GNO

GNO

1

GNO

GNO

Vcc

0

GNO

Vee

GNO

0

1

1

GNO

Vee

Vee

1

0

0

Vee

GNO

GNO

1

0

1

Vee

GNO

Vee

1

1

0

Vee

Vee

GNO

1

1

1

Vee

Vee

Vee

NOTE:
Non-1 2C bus operation, see Table 5.

Table 2. Mode Control
MOD1

MODO

0

0

MODE

0

FUNCTION

Inputs 2 are selected directly

0

1

1

Inputs 2 are selected via RGB/YUV matrix

1

0

2

Inputs 1 are selected directly

1

1

3

Reserved; not to be used

Table 3. Priority Fast Switching Action
PRIOR

0
1
1

February 1987

FS

X
O.4V
1-3V

MODE SELECTED

As set by mode control (Table 2)
Mode 2
Mode 1 if mode 1 is selected
Mode 0 if mode 0 or 2 is selected

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Preliminary Specification

TDA8443, TDA8443A

RGBfYUV Switch

Table 4. Gain Settings (see Block Diagram)
TDA8443/C3

TDA8443A1C3

G2

G1

GO
A1

A2, A3, A4

81,83

81,83

82

0

0

0

1

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

0

0

1

1

1

1

1

1

0

1

0

Reserved; not to be used

0

1

1

1

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

1

0

0

2

2

-0.6

-1

0.45

1

0

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

0

2

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

NOTES:

Matrix equations: relations between output and input signals of the matrix

Y = 0.3R + 0.S9V + 0.11B
R-Y = 0.7R-0.S9V -0.118
B-Y =-0.3R-0.S9V+0.89B

ON BIT
ON

FUNCTION

0

OFF, no output signal, outputs high-ohmic

1

ON, normal functioning

OFFACT-ON (Pin 9) Function
OFFACT

a

ON

0

L
H

1

X

February 1987

FUNCTIONING
OFF
In accordance with last defined 07 - 01 (may be entered
while OFF= L)
In accordance with last defined 07 - 01

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Preliminary Specification

TDA8443, TDA8443A

RGBfYUV Switch

POWER-ON RESET
When the circuit is switched on in the 12 C
mode, bits DO - D7 are set to zero.

Table 5. Non-12C Bus Mode (52 = 51 = 50 = 0)
CONTROL
SDA

SCL

GAIN SETTINGS
SEL

MODE
SWITCHED
BY FS

TDA8443A

TDA8443
A1

A4, A3, A2

B1, B3

B1, B3

B2
1

L

L

L

2/0

1

1

1

1

L

L

H

2/0

1

2

1

1

1

L

H

L

2/1

1

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

L

H

H

2/0

1

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

H

L

L

2/0

2

1

1

1

1

H

L

H

2/0

2

2

1

1

1

H

H

L

2/1

2

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

H

H

H

2/0

2

1

-0.6

-1

0.45

Fast Switching Input
FS

 6GHz.
The high gain and bandwidth of these transistors make careful attention to layout and
bypass critical for optimum performance. The
performance of the PLL cannot be evaluated
independent of the layout. The use of the
application layout in this data sheet and
surface-mount capacitors are highly recommended as a starting point.
The input to the PLL is through a limiting
amplifier with a gain of 200. The input of this
amplifier is differential (Pins 10 and 11). For
single-ended applications, the input must be
coupled through a DC-blocking capacitor with
low impedance at the frequency of interest.
The single-ended input is normally applied to
Pin 11 with Pin 10 AC-bypassed with a lowimpedance capacitor. The input impedance is
characteristically slightly above soon. Impedance match is not necessary, but loading the
signal source should be avoided. When the
source is 50 or 75n, a DC-blocking capacitor
is usually all that is needed.
Input amplification is low enough to assure
reasonable response time in the case of large
signals, but high enough for good AM rejection. After amplification, the input signal
drives one port of a multiplier-cell phase
detector. The other port is driven by the
current-controlled oscillator (ICO). The output
of the phase comparator is a voltage proportional to the phase difference of the input and

February 1987

NE568

ICO signals. The error signal is filtered with a
low-pass filter to provide a DC-correction
voltage, and this voltage is converted to a
current which is applied to the ICO, shifting
the frequency in the direction which causes
the input and ICO to have a 90· phase
relationship.
The oscillator is a current-controlled multivibrator. The current control affects the charge/
discharge rate of the timing capacitor. It is
common for this type of oscillator to be
referred to as a voltage-controlled oscillator
(VCO), because the output of the phase
comparator and the loop filter is a voltage. To
control the frequency of an integrated ICO
multivibrator, the control signal must be conditioned by a voltage-to-current converter. In
the NE568, special circuitry predistorts the
control signal to make the change in frequency a linear function over a large controlvoltage range.
The free-running frequency of the oscillator
depends on the value of the timing capacitor
connected between Pins 4 and 5. The value
of the timing capacitor depends on internal
resistive components and current sources.
When R2 = 1.2kn and R4 = on, a very close
approximation of the correct capacitor value
is:
0.0014
C'=-- F
fo
where
C'

= C2 + CSTRAY.

The temperature-compensation resistor, R4 ,
affects the actual value of capacitance. This
equation is normalized to 70MHz. See Figure
6 for correction factors.

11-10

The loop filter determines the dynamic characteristics of the loop. In most PLLs, the
phase detector outputs are internally connected to the ICO inputs. The NE568 was
designed with filter output to input connections from Pins 20 (t/l DEn to 17 (ICO), and
Pins 19 (t/l DET) to 18 (ICO) external. This
allows the use of both series and shunt loopfilter elements. The loop constants are:
KD = 0.127V /Radian (Phase Detector
Constant)
Radians
Ko = 4.2 X log - - - (I CO Constant)
V-sec
The loop filter determines the general characteristics of the loop. CapaCitors Cg, CIO, and
resistor RI, control the transient output of the
phase detector. Capacitor Cg suppresses
70MHz feedthrough by interaction with lOOn
load resistors internal to the phase detector.
Ca

1

21T (50)(fo)

F

At 70MHz, the calculated value is 45pF.
Empirical results with the test and application
board were improved when a 56pF capacitor
was used.
The natural frequency for the loop filter is set
by CIO and RI . If the center frequency of the
loop is 70MHz and the full demodulated
bandwidth is desired, i.e., fsw = fol7
= 10MHz, and a value for RI is chosen, the
value of Clo can be calculated.

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Preliminary Specification

NE568

150MHz Phase-locked loop

PARTS LIST AND LAYOUT 70MHz APPLICATION NE568D
C,

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

1206
0805

C2'

18pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

cl

34pF

±2%

Ceramic OR chip

C3

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

1206

C4

100nF

± 10%

Ceramic chip

1206

C5

6.8J1F

±10%

Tantalum

35V

Cs

100nF

± 10%

Ceramic chip

1206

C7

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

1206

Ca

100nF

± 10%

Ceramic chip

1206

Cg

56pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

0805 or 1206

C'O

560pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

0805 or 1206

Cll

47pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

0805 or 1206

C'2

100nF

± 10%

Ceramic chip

1206

C'3

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

1206

R,

270.

±10%

Chip

VaW

R2

2k0.

R33

430.

R44
R5 3

Trim pot

YaW

±10%

Chip

VaW

4.5k0.

±10%

Chip

VaW

500.

±10%

Chip

VaW

RFC,5

10llH

±10%

Surface mount

RFC25

10JlH

±10%

Surface mount

NOTES:
1. C 2 + CSTRA Y - 20pF.
2. C2 + eSTRAY = 36pF for temperature~compensated configuration with R4 = 4.Skn.
3. For son setup. R, - 62n, R3 - 7Sn for 7Sn application.
4. For test configuration R. - on (GND) and C2- 18pF.
5.
chip resistors uumpers) may be substituted with minor degradation of performance.

on

For the test circuit, R, was chosen to be 270..
The calculated value of C lO is 590pF; 560pF
was chosen as a production value. (In actual
satellite receiver applications, improved video
with low carrier I noise has been observed
with a wider loop-filter bandwidth.)
A typical application of the NE568 is demodulation of FM signals. In this mode of operation, a second single-pole filter is available at
Pin 15 to minimize high frequency feedthrough to the output. The roll-off frequency is
set by an internal resistor of 3500. ± 20%,
and an external capacitor from Pin 15 to
ground. The value of the capacitor is:

C=

1
21T (350)fBW

Two final components complete the active
part of the circuitry. A resistor from Pin 12 to
ground sets the temperature stability of the
circuit, and a potentiometer from Pin 16 to
ground permits fine tuning of the free-running
oscillator frequency. The Pin 16 potentiometer is normally 1.2k0.. Adjusting this resistance controls current sources which affect
the charge and discharge rates of the timing
capacitor and, thus, the frequency. The value
of the temperature stability resistor is chosen
from the graph in Figure 6.
The final consideration is bypass capacitors
for the supply lines. The capacitors should be
ceramic chips, preferably surface-mount
types. They must be kept very close to the
device. The capacitors from Pins 8 and 9
return to Vec, before being bypassed with a
separate capaCitor to ground. This assures
that no differential loops are created which
might cause instability. The layouts for the
test circuits are recommended.

(Shown at 82% of original size.}

a. Component Side Top of Board

b. Back of Board

NOTES:
1. Board is laid out for King BNC Connector PIN KC~79-243-M06 or equivalent. Mount on bottom (back) of board. Add stand-off in each comer.
2. Back and top side ground must be connected at 8 point minimum.

Figure 2

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11-11

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Preliminary Specification

150MHz Phase-Locked Loop

NE568

PARTS LIST AND LAYOUT 70MHz APPLICATION NE568N
C1

100nF

±10%

C2 1

17pF

±2%

Ceramic OR chip

50V

cl

34pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

0805

Ceramic chip

50V

Ca

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

50V

C4

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

50V

C5

6.8/.lF

±10%

Tantalum

35V

Cs

100nF

±10%

Ceramic OR chip

50V

C7

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

50V

Ca

100nF

±10%

Ceramic chip

50V

Cg

56pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

50V

C10

560pF

±2%

Ceramic chip

50V

Cll

47pF

±2%

Ceramic OR chip

50V

C12

100nF

±10%

Ceramic OR chip

50V

C13

100nF

±10%

Ceramic OR chip

50V

Rl

27IJ.

±10%

Carbon

Y4W

R2

2kIJ.

R33

43IJ.

±10%

Trim pot
Carbon

R44

4.5kIJ.

±10%

Carbon

Y4W

R5 3

5OIJ.

±10%

Carbon

Y4W

RFCI

10/.lH

±10%

RFC2

10/.lH

±10%

Y4W

NOTES:

1.
2.
3.
4.

C2 + CSTRA Y = 20pF for test configuration with R4 = O!l
C2 = 34pF for temperature·compensated configuration with R4 = 4.Sk!1
For SOI1 setup. R, = 6211; R3 = 7SI1 for 7SI1 applications.
For test configuration R4 = 011 (GND) and C2 = 17pF.

.
, .•.. ••••

• ••

-

-

"."

..

(Shown at 82% of original size.)

. I}d
.. ;.~..
J1.nmm"::'
O'

,e

I

• .- •
I __• e
•

•

.

.::.~-

.

- . . . . .

.

::1V' .

...

~

II1II

a. Component Side for Leaded Components

b. Solder Side of Board and Chip Capacitors

NOTES:

1. Board is laid out for King BNG Connector PIN KC-79-243-M06 or equivalent mounted on the component side of the board.
2. Component side and solder side ground planes must be connected at 8 points minimum.

Figure 3

February 1987

.

11·12

Preliminary Specification

Signetics Linear Products

NE568

150MHz Phase-Locked Loop

---------------------------------,--,,1.25E3

,.

7k

1.25ES . - - - - - - , - - - . . . . , . - - - - - ,

8k

1.0E3

i

'\

750.0

Ii

ZoN \

w

f\

~

!;j 500.0

g

250.0
0.0
1.0

10.0

100.0

FREQUENCY (MHz)

\

~
cl

"

80

-

V-

~

~V ~

C,=80pF

-I 1

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

An: (PIN 12) va '.

FREQUENCY (MHz)

Figure 5. NES68 Input Impedance With
CP = 1.49pF 20-Pln Dual In-Line Plastic
Package

Figure 6

4.0

VI\

""

68.09
85
M.48
63.0

n.M 69.n

-I

/

~ 68.09

60
1.05 1.10

C2 =47pF

o Y
o

PIN12=GND

""

I-

3k

lk

C2~17PFI

78.72

11 73.17
~ 70.60
o 70

4k

V
/V

2k C2 =ljpF

Figure 4. NES68 Input Impedance With
CP = O.SpF 20-Pln SO Package

78.29
75

cJ34~F

5k

1.15

3.5

"

1.20 1.25 1.30

~Jh

3.0

2.5

1.35 1.40

FREQ. ADJ (kQ)
67.26 64.54 62.08 59.70 57.55 55.53
Icc(mA)

/
V

..........

o

"J

V

10 20 30 40 60 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
TYPICAL OUTPUT LINEARITY

·27.33 ·27.44 ·27.56 ·27.83 ·28.10 ·28.50 ·28.97 ·29.48
Veo LEVEL (dBm)

Figure 7. Typical Vco Frequency vs R2 Adjustment

February 1987

Figure 8. Typical Output Linearity

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PNA7509
7-Bit Analog-to-Digital
Converter
Preliminary Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The PNA7509 is a monolithic NMOS 7bit analog-to-digital converter designed
for video applications. The device converts the analog input signal into 7-bit
binary coded digital words at a sampling
rate of 22M Hz.

• 7-bit resolution
• 22MHz clock frequency
• No external sample and hold
required
• High input impedance
• Binary or two's complement
3-State TTL outputs
• Overflow and underflow 3-State
TTL outputs
• Low reference current (2501lA
typ.)
• Positive supply voltages (+5V,
+10V)
• Low power consumption (400mW
typ.)
• Available in SO Package

The circuit comprises 129 comparators,
a reference resistor chain, combining
logic, transcoder stages, and TTL output
buffers which are positive edge-triggered
and can be switched into 3-State mode.
The digital output is selectable in two's
complement or binary coding.
The use of separate outputs for overflow
and underflow detection facilitates fullscale driving.

PIN CONFIGURATION
D, N Packages

Voo
Voo

Ne
CE2
V... L

Vaa

CE1
UNFL
BIT 0
BIT 3

BLOCK DIAGRAM

BIT 1

BIT 2

fCLK

Voo
REFERENCE
VOLTAGE
22 11Hz
SELEcr
CLOCK INPUT 1WO'S COIIPlEMENT
HIGH
(11",,,,
~cuc)
(STC)

CE1

co
PIN NO.

PNA760S

OVERFLOW
711SB

alre

BIT.

,.

127 x 7

BlT3

"""AL
VOLTAGe
OUTPUTS
(110)

"

,.
11

81T2

BIT.
UNDERFLOW

..
REFERENCE ANALOG
VOLTAGE
VOLTAGE

LOW

INPIIT
(11~

February 1987

V,N
AGND
Voo
VREFH
STC
OVFL
bit 6

9

bit 4
bit 3

DESCRIPTION
Analog voltage input

Analog ground
Positive supply voltage (+ 5V)
Reference voltage HIGH
Select two's complement

overflow
Most-significant bit (MSB)

bit 5

bit 2
Voo
DGND
felK
bit 1
bit 0
UNFL

m

V••
VREFL
CE2
NC
Voo
Voo

Positive supply voltage (+ 5V)
Digital ground
22MHz clock input

Least-significant bit (LSB)
Underflow
Chip enable Input 1
Back bias output
Reference voltage LOW
Chip enable input 2
Not connected
Positive supply voltage (+ 5V)
Positive supply voltage (+ 10V)

BlT1

17 LSB

(1I",tl

SYMBOL

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

alTs

ROM

DGND

11-14

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•
•

High-speed AID conversion
Video signal digitizing
Radar pulse analysis
High energy physics research
Transient signal analysis

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Preliminary Specification

7-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

PNA7509

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

ORDER CODE

TEMPERATURE RANGE

24-Pin Plastic DIP
24-Pin Plastic SO (SOT-l0l)

o to
o to

+70·C

PNA7509N

+70·C

PNA7509D

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Voo

Supply voltage range (Pins 3, 12, 23)

PARAMETER

7

V

Voo

Supply voltage range (Pin 24)

12

V

VIN

Input voltage range

7

V

VOUT

Output current

5

mA

400

mW

Po

Power dissipation

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

February 1987

-65 to + 150

o to

11-15

+70

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Preliminary Specification

7-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

PNA7509

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Voo = V3. 12. 23-13 = 4.5 to 5.5V; Voo = V24 -2 = 9.5 to 10.5V; CBB = 100nF; TA = 0
to + 70·C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
.'.

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Supply

Voo
Voo

Supply voltage (Pins 3, 12, 23)
Supply voltage (Pin 24)

100
100

Supply current (Pins 3, 12, 23)
Supply current (Pin 24)

5.5
10.5

V
V

60
10

TBD
TBD

mA
mA

4.5
9.5

Reference voltages

VREFL
VREFH

Reference voltage LOW (Pin 20)
Reference voltage HIGH (Pin 4)

2.4
5.0

2.5
5.1

2.6
5.2

V
V

IREF

Reference current

175

250

375

mA

-0.3
3.0

0.8
5.5

V
V

0
2.0

0.8
5.5

V
V

TBD
TBD

100
100

p.A
p.A

10

p.A

-'

Inputs

Clock input (Pin 14)
Input voltage LOW
Input voltage HIGH
Digital input levels (Pins 5, 18, 21)"
Input voltage LOW
Input voltage HIGH

V,L
V,H
V,L
V,H

-15. 21
118
III

Input current
at Vs, 21 -13 = OV
at V18-13 = 5V
Input leakage current
(except Pins 5, 18, 21)
Analog Input levels (Pin 1)
at VREFL = 2.5V; VREFH = 5.1V

V,-VREFL
V,-VREFH

Input voltage amplitude
(peak-to-peak value)
Input voltage (underflow)
Input voltage (overflow)
Offset input voltage (underflow)
Offset input voltage (overflow)

C1,2

Input capacitance

Y,N

p.p

Y,N
Y,N

2.6

V

2.5
5.1
10
-10

V
V
mV
mV

TBD

60

pF

0

-0.4

V

2.4

Voo

V

Outputs

VOL
VOH

Digital voltage outputs
(Pins 6 to 11 and 15 to 17)
Output voltage LOW
at 10= 2mA
Output voltage HIGH
at -10 = 0.5mA

When Pm 5 IS LOW, binary coding IS selected.
When Pin 5 is HIGH. two's complement is selected.
If Pins 5, 18 and 21 are open-circuit, Pins 5, 21 are HIGH and Pin 18 is LOW.
For output coding see Table 1; for mode selection see Table 2.

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Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

7-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

PNA7509

VDD ~ V3, 12, 23-13 ~ 4.5 to 5.5V; VDD ~ V24 -2 ~ 9.5 to 10.5V; VREFl ~ 2.5V;
VREFH ~ 5.1V; IClK ~ 22MHz; CBB ~ 100nF; TA ~ 0 to +70'C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Timing (see also Figure 1)
IClK
tLOw
tHIGH

Clock input (Pin 14)
clock Irequency
clock cycle time LOW
clock cycle time HIGH

tR
tF

Input rise and fall times 1
rise time
lall time

BW
dG
dp
PE

SIN

10
12nd
13rd
14th
15th
16th
17th

10
12nd
f3rd
14th
15th
f6th
17th
tHOLD
tD
tCY
tpD
tDT
COL

INL
DNL

1
20
20

Analog input1
Bandwidth (- 3 dB)
at VI-2(P-P) ~ 2.2V
Differential gain
at II ~ .;; 4.5MHz2
Differential phase
at II ~ .;; 4.5MHz2
Phase error
at II ~ .;; 4.5MHz3
Signal-to-noise ratio
at VI _ 2(P-P) ~ 2.2V;
II ~ ';;4.5MHz; B ~ ± 1 MHz
Harmonics
at VI _ 2(P-P) ~ 2.2V;
II ~ 3.6MHz
Fundamental
2nd harmonic
3rd harmonic
4th harmonic
5th harmonic
6th harmonic
7th harmonic
Harmonics
at VI _ 2(P-P) ~ 2.2V;
II ~ 4.5MHz
Fundamental
2nd harmonic
3rd harmonic
4th harmonic
5th harmonic
6th harmonic
7th harmonic
Digital outputs2, 4
Output hold time
Output delay time
Internal delay
Propagation delay time
at lelK ~ 20.25MHz
3-State delay time (see Figure 2)
Capacitive output load 2
Transfer lunction
Non-linearity
integral
differential

22

MHz
ns
ns

3
3

ns
ns

MHz

10
5

%

5

deg

±10

deg

36

dB

0

0
tbd
tbd
tbd
tbd
tbd
tbd

dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB

0

0
tbd
tbd
tbd
tbd
tbd
tbd

dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB

15
20
3

28

ns
ns
clocks

10

176
20
15

ns
ns
pF

±1
± 1/2 ~ 0.4%

LSB
LSB

I
I

6

154
tBF
0

NOTES:
1. Clock input rise and fall times are at the maximum clock frequency (10% and 90% levels).
2. Low frequency sine wave (peakwto-peak value of the analog input voltage at VIN = 1.BV) amplitude modulated with a sine wave voltage (VIN == O.7V) at

fl<4.5MHz.
3. Sine wave voltage with increasing amplitude at fl ~ 4.5MHz (minimum amplitude VIN == O.25V; maximum amplitude VIN == 2.5V).
4. The timing values of the digital output Pins 6 to 11 and 15 to 17 are measured with the clock input reference level at 1.5V.

February 1987

--

11-17

Preliminary Specification

Signetics Linear Products

7-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

Table 1. Output Coding (VREFL
STEP

V1• 2
(Typ)

Underflow
0
1

< 2.51

126
127
Overflow

PNA7509

=2.5V; VREFH =5.1V)
BINARY
Bit 6-Bit 0

Table 2. Mode Selection
TWO's
COMPLEMENT
Bit 6-Blt 0

OVFL

2.51
2.53

1
0
0

0
0
0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1

5.03
5.05
>5.07

0
0
0

0
0
1

1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1

CLOCK INPUT
(PIn 14)

BIT 0
to BIT 6

CE1 CE2

UNFL

X

0

0
1

1
1

High
impedance
Active
High
impedance

--t---f----

- - 2.4V
DIGITAL OUTPUTS

to 11 and 15 to 17)
....,...-

.. "" - - OAV

Figure 1. Timing Diagram

CHIP ENABLE
INPUTCE2
(PIn 21)

DIGITAL OUTPUTS
(PIns 6 10 11 and 15 to 17)

+ ______._._-1"_. __ .______._

~~~~>i---_t~~]]~]]~~--IDT~

2.4V

--OAV

Figure 2. Timing Diagram for 3-State Delay
February 1987

~~~RENCE

11-18

High
impedance
Active
Active

CLOCK INPUT
REFERENCE LEVEL

(1.5V)

ANALOG INPUT
(PIn 1)

(PIns 6

UNFL,OVFL

LEVEL

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Preliminary Specification

PNA7509

7-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

.,

OVFL

/

B6
B5

., ~

10"F LM336

:

.

~ r~

B4

PNA7509

...;
0.1"F

B7

V,N

B3
B2

2k·2Ok

Bl

~~

BO

eEl

1

J

eE2 OVFL

r-

V,N

10k
PNA7509

r-reEl

f-

.1
Figure 3

•
February 1987

11-19

Signetics

AN108
An Amplifying, Level-Shifting
Interface for the PNA7509
Video AID Converter

Linear Products

Application Note

Author: Nick Gray
The NE5539 is well-suited for use as a levelshifting amplifier at the input of the PNA7509
video speed analog-to-digital converter. Designing this circuit is straightforward and relatively simple.
The first step is to determine the gain that is
required. Since the PNA7509 requires a maximum input of 5.0 VDC and a minimum input of
2.5Voc the required amplifier gain is
5.0-2.5
Av=---VMAX - VMIN

insure that its Pin 7 potential is close to
halfway between the positive and the negative supply. Two resistors and an op amp
driving Pin 7 nicely provide this balance.
Another op amp is used to set the offset
voltage.

the effects of any stray capacitance. If RI is
arbitrarily chosen, RF is found to be

2.5
VMAX - VMIN'

where VMAX is the maximum level of the
amplifier input signal, and VMIN is the minimum level of the amplifier input signal.
This gain must be greater than unity as the
gain of a non-inverting amplifier such as this
is
Av = 1 + (RF/RI)'
The ratio of RF to RI is then
RF/RI = Av - 1.
The task is now to select RF and RI. These
resistors should be low enough to swamp out

The required offset voltage, Yo, is then found
to be
Vo

The three diodes are used to drop the 12V
supply to 10V for the PNA7509. If available
and desired, a separate 10V supply could be
used without the diodes.

= VMAX - [(5 - VMAx'J (RI/RF)]'

Because the NE5539 input cannot be driven
closer to its negative supply than about 4.7V,
that negative supply must be -4.7V or more
negative in order to accommodate an input
signal whose minimum potential is OV. The
NE5539 output must never come any closer
to the supply rail than about 5.5V, and the
maximum output required to drive the
PNA7509 is SV, so the positive supply must
be at least S + S.SV, or 10.SV. If we use
standard power supply potentials of + 12V
and - SV, this would satisfy these requirements, except we must insure that the negative supply is at least as negative as -4.7V.
Tests have been conducted that indicate
satisfactory operation with the positive supply
between 10.SV and 13.SV, and the negative
supply between -4.7V and -S.7V. Furthermore, because the NE5539 is sensitive to
unbalance in the supplies, it is necessary to

Other components are shown for the convenience of the user. The potentiometer at Pin 5
of the NE5514 is used to adjust Yo. The
potentiometer at Pin 12 of the NE5514 sets
the voltage at the low end of the PNA7509
reference ladder, so is a zero-scale adjustment. The potentiometer at Pin 3 of the
NE5514 sets the high end voltage on the
PNA7509 reference ladder and is, effectively,
a full-scale adjustment. It is also possible to
use a signal divider at the NE5539 input for
full-scale adjustment. RF can also be made
variable to provide full-scale adjustment. Care
should be exercised, however, when introducing potentiometers into feedback loops or
into high-frequency signal paths.
The NE5514 was chosen for its low input
offset voltage temperature coefficient.

.,,.

·sv
~,

11''0'
":'

R,

R,

.,.
OFL
20

(Z.S.)

MSB

2.1K
10
PNA7507

,.
1S

SIG.IN. ('Il--~"""IIr--+-----'-I

17

"
19

o'l

+12V

".
".
-sv

15 MHz
TTLCI..OCK

-sv

NOTE:
"Pin 5 should be grounded for binary output, or tied to a logic high for two's complement output.

February 1987

14

11-20

LSB

UFL

TDA5703

Signetics

Analog-to-Digital Converter
Preliminary Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The TDA5703 is an a-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) designed for video
and professional applications. The
TDA5703 converts the analog input signal into a-bit binary-coded digital words
at a sampling rate of up to 25M Hz.

FEATURES
•
•
•
•

a-bit binary coded resolution
Digitizing rates up to 2SMHz
Internal reference
Only 3 external capacitors
required

• Two voltage supply connections:
-analog +sv
- digital + SV

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

• 1V fu"-scale analog input (7S!2
external resistor tied to VCC1)
• Fu"-scale bandwidth; 10_SMHz at
3dB
• Low power consumption;
typically 2S0mW
• 24-lead plastic DIP

APPLICATION
• Video data conversion

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

o to + 70'C

TDA5703N

24-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-101 BE17)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

lOP VIEW

PIN
NO.

RATING

UNIT

VCC1
VCC2

Supply voltages
at Pin 4
at Pin 6

8
8

V
V

VIN

Input voltage
at Pins 1 and 5

8

V

lOUT
10

Output current
at Pins 9, 10, 11, 13,
14, 15, 16 and 17

10

mA

TSTG

Storage temperature range

65 to +150

TJ

Junction temperature

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

'c
'c
'c

+125
o to +70

1
2
3

11-21

DESCRIPTION

Analog voltage input
Analog ground
Analog input reference
Analog supply voltage
Clock input
Digital supply voltage
Not connected
Not connected
Least significant bit (LSS)

AGND
AIR

Vee,

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

February 1987

SYMBOL

v,
felK
VCC2
NC
NC
Bit 1
Bit 2
Bit 3
DGND
Bit 4

Digital ground

8.5
Bit 6
Bit 7
Bit 6
NC
NC
NC
NC
C,
C,

C,

Most significant bit (MSB)

Not connected
Not connected

Not connected
Not connected

l

Decoupling for internal
reference

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA5703

Analog-to-Digital Converter

BLOCK DIAGRAM
24

C.

V,
23
22

GND

C.
C,

"oR
VCCI

'eLK

VCC2

}NC
NC
NC
LSB BIT1
BI12
BIT 3

DOND

10
11

GRAY CODE 10 BINARY
CODE REGISTERS
OUTPUT INTERFACES

12
TDA5703

February 1987

11-22

17
18
15
14
13

B'T8 MSB
BIT 7
BIT 8
BITS
BIT 4

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

TDA5703

Analog-fo-Digifal Converter

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VCC1 = VCC2 = 4.75 to 5.25V; T A = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Supply
VCC1

Analog supply voltage

Pin 4

4.75

5.0

5.25

VCC2

Digital supply voltage

Pin 6

4.75

5.0

5.25

V

ICC1

Analog supply current

Pin 4

60

ICC2

Digital supply current

Pin 6

110

rnA

Res

Resolution

8

bits

V
rnA

Digital input levels1
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

VIL

Input voltage LOW

IIH

Input current HIGH

IlL

Input current LOW

2.2

-7

V
0.8

V

70

p.A

-.35

A

Analog input levels

BW

Absolute linearity

V1

-1.0

+1.0

Differential linearity

V1

-0.5

+0.5

1dB
3dB

Bandwidth
Differential phase
Differential gain

6.0

Fa = 25M Hz, measured with TDA5702

LSB
LSB

6.0
10

mHz
mHz

1
2.5

°C
%

Offset error

17

mV

RIN

Input resistance

80

kn

CIN

Input capacitance

5.5

pF

Digital output levels (10 = 10mA)
VOH

Output voltage HIGH

VOL

Output voltage LOW

Ca

External capacitance

2.4

V

0045

DAD
C lo C2, C3

100

V
nF

Temperature
TA

Operating ambient temperature
range

0

+70

°C

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VCC1 = VCC2 = 4.75 to 5.25V; TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Timing
fc

Maximum conversion rate

tDELAY

Aperture delay1

25
19

ns

tD

Digital output delay1

24

ns

tPWH

Pulse width conversion HIGH 1

20

ns

tPWL

Pulse width conversion LOW 1

20

ns

NOTE:
1. See Timing Diagram, Figure 1

February 1987

11-23

MHz

•

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

Analog-to-Digital Converter

TDA5703

EXTERNAL
CLOCK

INTERNAL
CLOCK

ANALOG
INPUT

DIGITAL
OUTPUT

Figure 1. Timing Diagram

February 1987

11·24

NE5150/5151/5152

Signetics

Triple 4-Bit RGB D/ A Converter
With and Without Memory
Preliminary Specification
Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The NE5150/5151 15152 are triple 4-bit
DACs intended for use in graphic display
systems. They are a high performance - yet cost effective - means of
interfacing digital memory and a CRT.
The NE5150/5152 are single integrated
circuit chips containing special input buffers, an ECl static RAM, high-speed
latches, and three 4-bit DACs. The input
buffers are user-selectable as either
ECl or TTL compatible for the NE5150.
The NE5152 is similar to the NE5150,
but is TTL compatible only, and operates
off of a single + 5V supply. The RAM is
organized as 16 X 12, so that 16 .. color
words" can be down-loaded from the
pixel memory into the chip memory.
Each 12-bit word represents 4 bits of
red, 4 bits of green and 4 bits of blue
information. This system gives 4096
possible colors. The RAM is fast enough
to completely reload during the horizontal retrace time. The latches resynchronize the digital data to the DACs to
prevent glitches. The DACs include all
the composite video functions to make
the output waveforms meet RS-170 and
RS-343 standards, and produce 1Vp.p
into 75.11. The composite functions (reference white, bright, blank, and sync)
are latched to prevent screen-edge distortions generally found on "video
DACs." External components are kept
to an absolute minimum (bypass capacitors only as needed) by including all
reference generation circuitry and termination resistors on-chip, by building in

high-frequency PSRR (eliminating separate VEES and costly power supplies and
filtering), and by using a single-ended
clock. The guaranteed maximum operating frequency for the NE5150/5152 is
110MHz over the commercial termperature range. The devices are housed in a
standard 24-pin package and consume
less than 1W of power.

PIN CONFIGURATIONS
NE5150 F Package

The NE5151 is a simplified version of
the NE5150, including all functions except the memory. Maximum operating
frequency is 150M Hz.

FEATURES
•
•
•
•
•

Single-chip
On-board ECl static RAM
4096 colors
ECl and TTL compatible
110MHz update rate (NE5150,
5152)
• 150MHz update rate (NE5151)
• low power and cost
• Drives 75.11 cable directly
• Internal reference
.40dB PSRR

lOPV1£W

NE5151 F Package

• No external components
necessary

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•

Bit-mapped graphics
Super high-speed DAC
Home computers
Raster-scan displays

TOP VIEW

NE5152 F Package
DO(MSB)

1
D2

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

24-Pin Ceramic DIP

O·C to +70·C

NE5150F

24-Pin Ceramic DIP

O·C to +70·C

NE5151F

24-Pin Ceramic DIP

O·C to +70·C

NE5152F

AO(MSB)

5

lOP VIEW

February 1987

11-25

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

Triple 4-Bit RGB D j A Converter
With and Without Memory

NE5150j5151j5152

BLOCK DIAGRAMS
NE5150

NE5151

/lJJ Al A2 A3 DO 01 02 03
(5) (4) (3) (Z) (1) (24)(23)(2Z)

WRITEo(21)
WRITE. (20)
WRITE. (19)

Vee (6)

Vee(S)

(21)80

AoNO(12)

(20)81

DONO (16)

(19)82

VEE (14)

(18)83

STROBE (17)

"oNo(12)

RAM
16x 12

OQNO(16)

WHITE (7)
SYNC (10)
BLANK (9)
BRIGHT(S)

V•• (14)

STROBE (17)
WHITE (7)

SYNC (10)
BLANK (9)
BRIGHT(S)

(11)
GREEN

(13)
RED

NE5152

Vee (6, 12, 16)

(11)
GREEN

February 1987

11-26

(13)
RED

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

Triple 4-Bit RGB D j A Converter
With and Without Memory

NE5150j5151j5152

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

SYMBOL
TA
TSTG
Vcc
VEE

PARAMETER
Temperature range
Operating
Storage

RATING

UNIT

o to +70
-65 to + 150

°C
°C

7.0
-7.0

V
V

5.5
-0.5
0.0
o to VEE

V
V
V
V

Power supply
logic levels
TTL-high
TTL-low
ECl-high
ECl-low

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vce=+5V (TTL), OV (ECL), VEE=-5V, 0°Co----~----------------------------------,
ENABLE

ENABLE
QO I----t-...:;;:.;~,

7-4F373 0 1 1 - - - - - + -.......;:..:..:;

74F373
QO..Q7

TO
nMING
MAA8-MAA15

MACe

TO
TIMING

MCYC

74F139

r----------I0i

~~-----------------,

28

i8
FROM
SCC63484

~

I

MAOO-MAD7
16

18

MAOO-MADIS
MAD8-MAD15

MRDo-----------------,

TO VIDEO RAM
AND PIXEL SHIFTING

Figure 20. Address and Dala Buffering
February 1987

11-45

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

NE5150/51/52 Family of Video Digifal-fo-Analog Converters

The 74F373s are used to latch the addresses
at the beginning of every memory cycle. The
latches are enabled by the AS signal coming
from the ACRTC. Since the ACRTC is configured to increment its display addresses by
four between display cycles, 4 words or 64
bits are shifted out every cycle. For modifying
memory cycles, the two lower address lines
are used to enable one of four sets of 74F245
transce.ivers (2 per set). Enabling is performed by the 74F139 Decoder. The signal
that clocks the decoder is a combination of
MCYC (Memory Cycle) and DRAW, that results in a new signal, MACC. This signal is
also used in the timing block.

ments grows exceedingly complicated as the
number of components grows. It becomes
even more apparent when the components
are individual systems with their own set of
timing considerations. In our case, this means
the Lilith, the ACRTC, and the frame buffer.
Figure 21 shows the many elements it takes
to generate the timing signals jar the system.
In the middle of the diagram, there are two
74F164 8-bit serial-in/parallel-out shift registers that count the timing states for the rest of
the interface. The Address Strobe (AS) signal, coming from the ACRTC, starts and ends
this timing train. Because of the pulse width of
AS, many states at the end of the train are
unusable. The video RAM RAS signal (Row
Address Strobe) starts at the beginning of
State 1, and terminates as AS goes Low,
activating the register's MR (Master Reset).
The precharge requirement of RAS is met by
the AS pulse width.

The transceiver outputs are now written into
the frame buffer. From there, they will be sent
to the pixel-shifting stage and then to the
DAC. Each set of four 4-bit pixels in a serial
string of displayed pixels is contained in a
different block of memory. This is the reason
the two lower-order address signals are used
to select one of the four banks in the Video
RAM (frame buffer).

The 74F157 Multiplexers are connected in
such a way that the lower-order addresses
are used for the video RAM row addresses
(the 157 on top). At the beginning of State 3,
the higher-order addresses are presented at
the Video RAM address inputs as the column
address. At State 5 the CAS signal becomes

SYSTEM TIMING
In a system as complicated as a graphics
display board, the timing of the various ele-

AN1081

valid. Because of changes in the data hold
(WRITE cycle) and data setup (READ cycle)
of the ACRTC, the timing edge of CAS might
have to be changed to insure proper operation.
MRD (Memory Read) along with a combination of MCYC and DRAW from the Address
and Data Buffer called MACC, are used with
the two lowest-order address lines from the
74F373s (MAAO and MAA 1) to write-select
one of the four memory planes (this memory
plane runs orthogonal to the bit-planes discussed earlier). Because this signal comes
well before the CAS signal, this qualifies as
an early WRITE cycle, allowing the use of
DRAMs with Data-In and Data Out signals
connected together.
Using two flip-flops, the output of the lower
shift register generates the PE (Parallel Enable) signal for the pixel-shifting stage. Because it is clocked from the fifth point in the
shifter, this pulse occurs between States 10
and 11.
The upper left-hand corner of Figure 21
shows the creation of the 2CLK signal derived from the 40MHz pixel clock by using a
74F161 Counter that performs a divide-byeight operation.

TO PULL-UP

I

1D

DSa,b aD I---C~--"I\ty.--------o RAS 10
10

CP

VIDEO

CP 74••84 a41---C~--"I\ty.--------o CAS RAM

a2
2CLK

(DCLK)

L_~=~~:t====:j--OPE

M
FROM ADDRESSI {
DATA BUFFER

AND SCC63484

10
PIXEL
SHIFTING

MACe
MRO

+-----1 SELECT

Eb
74F139

AOb

MAAO
MAA1

iib-36

WE1-wn

TO
VIDEO
RAM

74F157

YawVd

r;:=~:::;;~~~IO-3/a.b
ENABLE

A'b

~:::;;C:::::>
10
VIDEO
RAM

'------I SELECT

MAA8, 14, 7, 15,,, MA18, 9, MA17

Figure 21. Components for System Timing
February 1987

11-46

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

AN1081

NE5150/51/52 Family of Video Digifal-fo-Analog Converters

speeds. These modules are SIPs (single inline packages) and were used because of
space considerations. Each module consists
of eight 64k X I-bit DRAMs, giving eight
modules of 64k X 8 or a 64k X 64 buffer.
This buffer is divided into four sections
(64k X 16) that represent the four bits of
address that are shifted out to the NE5150's
GLUT.

pixel are shifted out simultaneously before
going to the 74F157 multiplexer. From there,
they address the colors of the GLUT on the
Video DAG.

PIXEL SHIFTING
The pixel-shifting stage consists of 8 very fast
74F166 Shift Registers divided into 4 banks,
one for each address bit. These shift registers
have maximum operating frequencies of
120MHz.

VIDEO RAM

The data comes from the address and data
buffering and the video RAM. The PE (Parallel Enable Input) signal from the system
timing block activates the register, while the
pixel clock, DGLK, strobes each of the registers. All chips are permanently enabled by
grounding their chip enable (GE) pins. The
master reset (MR) is permanently disabled by
tying it to a pull-up.

The phrase "Video RAM" refers to a set of
dynamic RAMs used as the memory section
in this application. It is not meant to be
confused with the Video RAM which is a
dedicated device for video applications.

One can see how the frame buffer is set up to
shift out data to the pixel shifter. The memory
is divided into 4 banks that are write-selected
by the WEI - WE4 pulses. Two modules
(64k X 16 bits) make up one bank. This
makes up the four 16-bit words that are
shifted out. But where is the information for
each pixel? Taking the 1st bank as an example, it can be divided into 4 quadrants:

The Video RAM or frame buffer section
consists of 8 Fujitsu MB851 03-1 0 modules.
The 10 suffix signals a 1DOns row access
time. The cycle time is about 200ns, or about
5MHz. This is fine because only the pixel
clock has to travel at the high screen draw

The connection between the registers and
the memory is such that all the bits of each

PE

DCLK

I
NC-

os

~

PE

74F166

CP

07

Us
00-07

I
NC-

~
C E h ~~

os
PE
CP

os
PE
CP

MR

07

it
00-07

a

h

~

os
PE

~ ~ CP

M4D13, 9, 5, 1
8 M3D13, 9, 6, 1

16

I
FROM
ADDRESS AND DATA
BUFFERING AND
FRAME BUFFER

-

NC-

liE

74Fl66

CP

16

NC-

os

07

00-07

M4D14,10, 6, 2
M3D14. 10, 6, 2

I

TOPULL·UP

MR

..-

i1

~88

74F166

CP

00-07

Us

CE

h

Os
PE

> - - CP

MR

07

74F166

-B
00-07

CE

r--

q

TOPULL·UP

MR

07

74F166

jf
DO-D7

r
'--

L--

M4D1S,ll,7,3
8 M3D1S, 11, 7, 3

os
PE
CP

CE

1:1.
'2

TOPULL·UP

MR

07

74Fl66

jfa
00-07

CE

t-"1

M2D1S, 11, 7, 3
8 M1D1S, 11, 7, 3

Figure 22. Shift Registers for Pixel-Shifting

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L-o

DOTO

~ DOTI
DOT2

/

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i1

M2D14,lO, 8,
8 MlD14, 10, 6, 2

07

' - - - PE

16

CE

a

TOPULL·UP

r

TOPULL·UP

os

jf
00-07

M2D13, 9, 5, 1
8 M1D13,9,S,l

/

MR

07

74Fl66

r

TOPULL·UP

74F166

TOPULL·UP

MR

M2D12,8, 4, 0
8 M1D12, 8, 4, 0

M4D12, 8, 4,;;=8 M3D12,8,4,O

16

~

I

TOPULL·UP

MR

r-<> DOT3

TO
74F157

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NE5150/51/52 Family of Video Digital-fo-Analog Converters

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

v..
Vee

-

r-

r-

-

r-

r-

c::;'

I";:;'

-::!::

.~.

DQO

; [3-

M1DO

1[3-

M1D8

[3-

M2DO

1[3-

M2D8

[3-

M3DO

[3-

M3D8

DOl

i [3-

M1D1

1[3-

M1D9

[3-

M2D1

1[3-

M2D9

[3-

M3D1

1[3-

M3D9

I~

M4DO
M4D1

cu
~-

A7

=

A5

~

A4
002

1[3-

M1D2

[3-

M1D10

i [3-

M2D2

DQ3

1[3-

M1D3

[3-

M1D11

1[3-

M2D3

1[3[3-

M2D10

[3-

M3D2

1[3-

M3D10

[3-

M4D2

M2D11

[3-

M3D3

1[3-

M3D11

~

M4D3

WE3

WE2

WE1

WE

~

A1

1[3-

M4D8

I~

cu

l=

MA7
MAS

L=

MA4

IGo
IGo
~.

Go
Go

M1D4

1[3-

M1D12

1[3-

M2D4

Go

M2D12

1[3-

M3D4

M1D5

1[3-

M1D13

IGo

M2D5

[3-

M2D13

1[3-

M3D5

A2

I:::

W
DQ6

[3-

M1D8

1[3-

M1D14

007

,[3-

M1D7

1[3-

M1D15

*" -

'--

IGo
IGo
'--

M2D8

[3-

M2D14

M2D7

: [3-

M2D15

.....

I~
'--

I~
I~

WE4

=

-=

MA1

=

-=

MA8
M4D1

M3D12

i [3-

M4D4

[3-

M3D13

,[3- I- M4D5

[3-

M4D1

I~

=

MA2

1=

=

~

AO

V..

M4D1
M4D11

MAS

AS

005

M4D9

l=

AS

004

c"t

V -+5V

MAO

~

M3D8
M3D7

~

RAS
M3D14
M3D15

I~

1=

......

-

M4D8

1[3-

M4D1

M4D7

1[3-

M4D1

I~

.....

Figure 23. Memory Configuration to Store Pixels

M1DO-M1D3, M1D4-M1D7,
M1D8-M1D11, and M1D12-M1D15. Each
of these quadrants represents a dot. By
tracking each dot in parallel back to the shift

February 1987

register in the pixel-shifting stage, they turn
out to be each of the four quadrants in
parallel. Comparing diagrams reveals the
same to be true for each of the quadrants in

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each of the four banks of memory. Each
quadrant, then, corresponds to one pixel, and
all of the pixels for one bank are written out to
the shift register during a write cycle.

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NE5150j51j52 Family of Video Digital-to-Analog Converters

VIDEO DAC INTERFACE
The interface to the NE5150 is shown in
Figure 24. The 8-bit data bus comes from the
lower 8 bits of the Lilith. The low 4 bits are
connected directly to the Video DAC data
inputs. Bits 4 - 7 are tied to the 74F157
Multiplexer. This provides the address to the
CLUT when it is initialized.
The other set of inputs to the multiplexer
comes from the pixel-shifting stage. After the

AN1081

the BLANKing signal. Both of these signals
come from the ACRTC and the system timing
section. The WHITE, BRIGHT, and SYNC
inputs are not utilized and are connected to
ground. VEE is run off a 7905 voltage regula,
tor powered by a -12V power supply.

first CLUT initialization, all of the addresses
come from the pixel-shifter. The inverters,
NAND gates, and OR gates are used to delay
the write pulses WRR, WRG, and WRB so
that they fit into the address setup window.
The chip select pulses come from the 74F138
which are selected by the Lilith. I/OCLK
clocks the 74138 and the OR gates for the
chip select.

The capacitors to the monitor and voltage
regulator are polarized with the positive end
to the monitor for the RGB outputs and to
ground for the regulator. The regulator uses
Tantalum capacitors.

DCLK drives the STROBE of the DAC and
clocks the two D-type flip-flops which provide

,--.,...----------1--

lOPUU,UP

SC={iiiSi5i
TlM~:g
0.--------..---4>
DCLK

(74F74'

Vee = +5V

FROMr-_ _~~-----~B~U~~~-~B~U~~-----~---~
LILITH
00-00

Vee STROBE

BLANK
RED

f-___----v

lA-1D

YA-YDI-_ _ _ _

AO-A3

GREEN

r-jlO
rr- CRT

DRIVERS

BLUE

NES150
WHITE

74F157

BRIGHT

~~E~ r-,-:::::~~~:::::~~ OA-OD

SHIFTING

SELECT

,-------IWiiii

DOTO-D0T3

SYNC
I

"oND

1--_ _--, VEE = -5V

IIOCLKo.-------------------l
-~Vo.------------------J

Figure 24. NE5150 Video DAC Interface

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GLOSSARY
This glossary consists of three parts: a section for graphics terminology, one for the
timing of the NE5150 used in the Lilith workstation application, and a list of references. For
the glossary section, many analogies are
made with television to clarify some terminology.

GRAPHICS TERMINOLOGY
ACRTC - Short for Advanced CRT Controller. A device that helps to interface a microprocessor or microcomputer with a monitor.
Advanced refers to the Signetics ACRTC, the
SCC63484, called advanced because of its
ability to do most of its graphics computations
on-board, thus relieving some of the workload
from the microprocessor and increasing its
overall efficiency.
Bit-Map, Bit-Plane - A memory representation in which one or more bits correspond to a
pixel. For each bit used in the representation
of a pixel, there is a plane on which it can be
mapped. To represent each pixel by 4 bits, 4
bit planes are needed. This is the case
whether the bits store the actual data for the
pixel or hold the address of the memory
location containing the data.
Blanking - The process of turning off an
electron gun so that it leaves no trace on the
screen as it returns to the left or top of the
screen in a raster-scan system. Applies to
both television sets and monitors. The period
for the blanking is defined as the horizontal
blanking and the vertical blanking interval for
their respective cases.
CRT - Short for Cathode Ray Tube, a type
of electron tube that produces an electron
beam that strikes the phosphor-coated
screen, causing that screen to emit light.
Chromlnance - The color information supplied in a signal. While this information has to
be extracted by color decoders in television
(via phase differencing with a fixed-frequency
subcarrier), in computer monitors and bitmapped systems it is supplied digitally and
then converted to analog to directly drive
color guns.
Color Look-up Table - Sometimes referred
to as the ClUT, it is associated with a Video
DAC and speeds system access of oftenused colors. The time savings results because a color can be generated by sending a
ClUT address to the DAC instead of loading
a word from external memory. Current ClUTs
range in size from 16 to 256 words. Word
length depends on the bit resolution of the
DAC.
DAC - Short for Digital-to-Analog Converter.
Most DACs have a single output. Some have
February 1987

as many as eight. RGB Video DACs have
three - one for each of the primary colors.
Video DACs typically operate at very high
speeds since they have to supply a new piece
of information for each pixel on the screen at
rates of 30 to 80 times per second.
ECl - Short for Emitter-Coupled-logic. A
fast, non-saturating form of bipolar logic that
usually operates from 0 to -5.2V. It has a
threshold of -1.3V.
Frame Buffer - Sometimes used interchangeably with video RAM. A frame buffer is
a large, fast-access store of memory that
contains the digital information necessary to
display part or all of a display. It is used in
conjunction with bit-mapped graphic systems.
It actually "stores" the bit-plane.
Glitch Energy - The area displaced by an
analog signal as it overshoots or undershoots
its ideal value. This is a problem usually found
in DACs. Units are usually given in pV-s.
When glitch energy is high, settling times tend
to be longer and may result in visual color
aberrations on the screen.
Hue - The actual color(s) on a monitor. The
hue depends on the frequency of the light
striking the human eye. For television transmission, it is determined by the video signal's
phase difference with a color subcarrier reference frequency. For computer graphics systems, it is determined by the combination of
binary values applied to the DAC. The resolution of hue/colors is determined by the bit
length of each word of information.
Lilith - The brand name of the workstation
manufactured by Modulo, Inc. of Provo, UT.
luminance - The brightness information in
a video signal. A black and white (monochrome) monitor displays only variations in
brightness. Only a luminance signal is being
manipulated. The same holds true for television. Although chrominance information is
also present in a television signal, B/W TV
sets do not have the necessary decoders.
Modula-2 - A language that is the superset
of Pascal. This was also invented by Niklaus
Wirth of the Swiss Technological Institute.
NTSC - Short for the National Television
Standards Committee, the ruling body for
television standards in the United States.
Other countries also use this standard as is,
or with a different frequency for the color
subcarrier.
Orthogonal - Defined as being mutually
perpendicular. The product of two orthogonal
vectors is zero. In bit-mapped systems, the bit
length of a word lies orthogonal to the plane
itself. Hence, each plane supplies only one bit
of information for each pixel.

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Pixel - Short for "picture element". The
smallest resolvable element on a graphics
display. Each pixel usually corresponds to at
least one bit. The entire display is made up of
a map of pixels. The term bit-map comes
from the bit association. There is no equivalent in television. What is seen is the true
analog representation of what is being recorded by a camera and then retraced on
horizontal lines.
Raster-Scan - The form of visual display
transmission used in all television sets and in
most monitors. It consists of an electron
beam tracing a path from left-to-right while
going top-to-bottom.
Saturation - The "deepness" of a color.
Usually depends on the amplitude of the color
signal in television systems. Red and pink are
the same hue, but red is actually more
saturated than pink. In graphics systems,
there is no true equivalent. Changing bitvalues changes the color itself. The closest
analogy would be to raise or lower the voltages on all three color guns simultaneously
(the BRIGHT function on the NE5150/51/
52). This WOUld, however, depending on the
amplitude change, give the impression of
brightening or dimming the color (changing
luminance) rather than saturating it.
Sync - The voltage level specified in RS343A as being 140 IRE (I V) below the
enhanced white level (ground). It is also 40
IRE (286mV) below the blanking level. Generically it is also used to refer to vertical and
horizontal sync pulses that synchronize the
timing and movement of the electron beam
on a CRT. It should not be confused with
"composite sync".
Teletext - A form of data transmission via
television signals. In many cases, digital information is sent during the vertical blanking
interval (VBI). In some cases, it is sent during
every retrace. This is known as full-field
teletext.
TTL - Short for Transistor-Transistor Logic.
It has a threshold voltage of approximately
I .4 V and is the most widely-used form of logic
in the world today.

DEFINITIONS FOR NE5150!51!
52 TIMING DIAGRAMS
This section contains explanations for the
NE5150/51/52 Video DAC's timing diagram
specifications. For the typical, minimum, and
maximum values, please refer to Signetics'
data sheet.
tWAS -

Write Address Setup (NE5150/52)

tWAH -

Write Address Hold (NE5150/52)

twos -

Write Data Setup (NE5150/52)

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Write Data Hold (NE5150/52)

tR -

tWEw-Write Enable Pulse Width
(NE5150/52)

tWOH -

ts -

tRCS -

Read Composite Setup (NE5150/52)

REFERENCES
The following books, articles, notes, and
correspondences were used in the preparation of this application note.
1. Raster Graphics Handbook, 2nd edition,
by the Conrac Corporation
2. "Trends in Graphics Hardware", paper
by Randall R. Bird, Genisco Computers
Corporation; presented at WESCON '85
3. Basic Television and Video Systems, 5th
edition, by Bernard Grob, McGraw-Hili
4. Getting the Best Performance from Video
Digital-to-Analog Converters, (AN-1) by
Dennis Packard, Brooktree Corporation,
San Diego
5. "A Cost-Effective Custom CAD System",
paper by R.C. Burton, D.G. Brewer, R.E.

tRCH -

Read Composite Hold (NE5150/52)

tRAS -

Read Address Setup (NE5150/52)

tRAH -

Read Address Hold (NE5150/52)

tRSW- Read Strobe Pulse Width
(NE5150/52)
tROD tcs -

Read DAC Delay (NE5150/52)
Composite Setup (NE5151)

tCH -

Composite Hold (NE5151)

tos -

Data bits Setup (NE5151)

tOH -

Data bits Hold (NE5151)

tsw -

Strobe Pulse Width (NE5151)

too -

DAC Delay (NE5151)

DAC Rise Time (NE5151)
DAC Full-Scale Settling Time (NE5151)
6.

7.

6.

9.

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Penman, and R. Schilimoeller, Computer
Science Department, Brigham Young
University and Signetics Corporation
"Lilith and Modula-2", by Richard Ohran,
Byte Magazine, pgs. 181 -192; August
1964
"Monolithic Color Palette Fills in the
Picture for High-Speed Graphics", by
Steven Sidman and John C. Kuklewicz,
Electronic Design; November 29, 1964
EIA Standard RS-343A: Electrical Performance Standards for High-Resolution
Monochrome Closed-Circuit Television
Camera, by the Video Engineering Department of the Electronic Industries Association; September, 1969
"A Single-Chip RGB Digital-to-Analog
Converter with High-Speed Color-Map
Memory", by W. Mack and M. Horowitz,
Digest of the International Conference on
Consumer Electronics, p. 90; 1965

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Signetics

PNA7518
a-Bit Multiplying DAC
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The PNA7518 is an NMOS 8-bit multiplying digital-to-analog converter (OAC) designed for video applications. The device
converts a digital input signal into a
voltage-equivalent analog output at a
sampling rate of 30M Hz.

• TTL input levels
• Positive edge-triggered
• Analog voltage output at 30MHz
sampling rate
• Binary or two's complement
Input
• Output voltage accuracy to
within ± Y2 of the input LSB

The input signal is latched, then fed to a
decoder which switches a transfer gate
array (lout of 256) to select the appropriate analog signal from a resistor
chain. Two external reference voltages
supply the resistor chain.
The input latches are positive edgetriggered. The output impedance is approximately O.5kU, depending upon the
applied digital code. An additional operational amplifier is required for the full
bandwidth. Two's complement is selected when STC (Pin 11) is HIGH or is not
connected.

PIN CONFIGURATION

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•

Video data conversion
CRT displays
Waveform/test signal generation
Color/black-and-white graphics

SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION

VAO

Analog output voltage
Reference voltage LOW

bit 3]

bit 2
bit 1

TEMPERATURE RANGE

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38WE-l)

TOP VIEW
PIN NO.

VrefL

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

N Package

ORDER CODE

o to +70'C

PNA7518N

6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

bit 0
VBB
Vss
VrefH

felK
STC

bit 7]

bit 6
bit 5

Digital voltage inputs (VI)
Least-significant bit (LSB)
Back bias

Ground
Reference voltage HIGH
Clock input
Select two's complement
Most-significant bit (MSB)

Digital voltage inputs (VI)

bit 4
VDD

Positive supply voltage

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Voo

Supply voltage range (Pin 16)

PARAMETER

-0.5 to +7

V

VI

Input voltage range (Pins 3, 4, 5, 6,
II, 12, 13, 14 and 15)

-0.5 to +7

V

VAO

Output voltage range (Pin 1)

-0.5 to +7

V

PTOT

Total power dissipation

400

mW

-65 to +150

'c
'c

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

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+70

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PNA7518

8-Bit Multiplying DAC

BLOCK DIAGRAM
DIGITAL VOLTAGE INPUT (V,)
BIT BIT BIT BIT BIT BIT BIT BIT (+5V)

SELECT
TWO'S
COMPL EMENT
(STC)

o

1

11 LSB 6

CLOCK INPUT

10

(f CLK)

~

2

3

4

5

4

5

6

15 14 13

3

7

VOD

MSB
12
16

INPUT BUFFER/LATCH x 8

~
DECODER

~
V REFH

9

256

~

PNA7518

h
I
I
I

REFERENCE
VOLTAGE
INPUTS

1

,
r-

~

r-

U

2
l...-

100 TO 150nF

ANALOG
VOLTAGE
OUTPUT
(VAO)

I Y
::!:: 7 g

HANDLING
Inputs and outputs are protected against
electrostatic charge in normal handling. However, to be totally safe, it is desirable to take
normal precautions appropriate to handling
MOS devices.

•

CLOCK

ANALOG
OUTPUT

I---------·po---------I-Figure 1_ Switching Characteristics

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PNA7518

8-Bit Multiplying DAC

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Voo = 4.5 to 5.5; Vss = OV; CBB = 100nF; TA = 0 to + 70·C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

5

5.5

V

50

80

mA

V

Supply (Pin 16)

Voo

Supply voltage

IDO

Supply current

4.5

Reference voltages

VREFL

Reference voltage LOW (Pin 2)

-0.1

+2.1

VREFH

Reference voltage HIGH (Pin 9)

-0.1

+2.1

V

RREF

Reference ladder

150

300

Q

VIL
VIH
III

Digital input levels (TTL) 1
input voltage LOW
input voltage HIGH
input leakage current

0
2.0

0.8
5.25
10

V
V
/J A

VIL
V1H
III

Clock input (Pin 10)
input voltage LOW
input voltage HIGH
input leakage current

0
2.0

0.8
5.25
10

V
V

230

Inputs

IJA

Output

VAO

Analog voltage output (Pin 1)
at RL = 200 kQ)

BW

Bandwidth (-3 dB) at CL = 6 pF

0

2

V

12

MHz

Output transients (glitches)2

VG

Glitch occurring at step 7F-80 (HEX):
maximum amplitude for 1 LSB change area

3
23

LSB
LSB ns

VG

Glitch occurring at step OO-AA (HEX):
maximum amplitude for 1 LSB change area

5
41

LSB
LSB ns

PTOT

Total power dissipation

300

mW

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Product Specification

PNA7518

8-Bit Multiplying DAC

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Voo = 4.5 to 5.5; Vss
specified.

= OV;

eBB

= 100nF;

TA

=0

to + 70'C, unless otherwise

LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

fClK
tPWH
tpWl
tR
tF

Clock input (Pin 10)
frequency
pulse width HIGH
pulse width LOW
input rise time at fClK = 30MHz
input fall time at fClK = 30MHz

Typ

Max
30

1
10
10

3
3

MHz
ns
ns
ns
ns

Switching characteristics (Figure 1)
tsu,
tOAT

Data setup time

3

ns

tHo,
tOAT

Data hold time

4

ns

tpo

Propagation delay time, input to output

tClK + 22

!elK + 30

ns

tS1

Settling time; 10 to 90% full-scale change;
Cl = 6pF; Rl = 200kQ

13

20

ns

tS2

Settling time to ± 1 LSB;
Cl = 6pF; Rl = 200kQ

40

±Y2

LSB

Linearity at Rl

= 200kQ;

Vo

tClK + 15

= 2Vp_p

ns

Influence of clock frequency2
Cross-talk at 2 x fClK
amplitude
area

2
8

LSB
LSB ns

NOTES:

1. Inputs Bit 0 to Bit 7 are positive edge-triggered and STC.
2. Measured at VREFH - VAEFL = 2.0 V; 1 X LSB = 7.SmV. The energy equivalent of output transients is given as the area contained by the graph of output amplitude
(lSS) against time (ns). The glitch area is independent of the value of VREF. Glitch amplitudes and clock cross-talk can be reduced by using a shielded printed
circuit board (see Pin Configuration).

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TDA5702

Signetics

a-Bit Digital-to-Analog
Converter
Preliminary Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA5702 is an 8-bit digital to analog
converter (DAC) designed for video and
professional applications. The TDA5702
converts the 8-bit binary-coded digital
words into an analog output signal at a
sampling rate of 25M Hz. The design of
the TDA5702 has eliminated the need
for an operational amplifier, buffer and
deglitching circuit at the analog output.

•
•
•
•

PIN CONFIGURATION

a-bit accuracy
Internal input register
TTL compatible digital signals
Two voltage supply connections:
-analog +5V
- digital + 5V
• Two complementary outputs

N Package

v"""

(VOUT. VOUT)

BIT 2

• No deglitching circuit required
• Low power consumption;
typically 300mW
• 16-lead plastic DIP

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•

Video data conversion
Color/black-and-white graphics
CRT displays
Waveform/test signal generation

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

o to +70·C

TDA5702N

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38)

BIT 7

BITS
lOP VIEW

PIN NO.
1

SYMBOL

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

AGND

REF

DESCRIPTION
Current reference loop
decoupling

16

Analog ground

Bit 3
Bit 4
fClK

25MHz clock input

DGND

Sigilat ground

Bit
Bit
Bit
Bit

Most significant bit (MSB)

8
7
6
5

Bit 2
Bit 1
Vcc,

Least significant bit (LSS)
Digital supply voltage
Analog voltage output

~

Complementary analog voltage

VeCl

Analog supply voltage

output

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

VCC2
VCC1

Supply voltage
at Pin 13
at Pin 16

VIN

Input voltage
at Pins 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TJ

Junction temperature

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

November 14, 1986

RATING

UNIT

8
8

V
V

8

V

-65 to +150

·C

+125

·C

o to +70

·C

11-56

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Preliminary Specification

8-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converter

TDA5702

BLOCK DIAGRAM
18

REF

VCC1

1

I
BANDGAP
REFERENCE

CURRENT
REFERENCE

WOP

+

J

CURRENT
GENERAlORS

AGND
DGND

'elK

BIT 3

BIT'
MSB BlTa
BIT 7

HHHH

0!-

R:e-!.
R:5

CURRENT
SWt1CHES

I
.I

,

I'

tftttttt
INPUT
INTERFACE

tt";7;7tttl

3

INPUT
INTERFACES

7
8

15

I

13
LSB 12
11
10

9

V"""
BITI

BIT 2
BITS
BIT8

TDA5702

II

November 14, 1986

11-57

Signetics Linear Products

Preliminary Specification

a-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converter

TDA5702

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VCC1 = VCC2 = 4.75 to 5.25V, TA = 0 to + 70·C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Supply
VCC2

Digital supply voltage

Pin 13

4.75

5.0

5.25

VCC1

Analog supply voltage

Pin 16

4.75

5.0

5.25

V
V

ICC2

Digital supply current

Pin 13

25

34

43

rnA

ICC1

Analog supply current

Pin 16

20

27

34

Res

Resolution

rnA
bits

8

Digital Input levels
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

VIL

Input voltage LOW

2.2
0.8

V
V

IIH

Input current HIGH

10

p.A

IlL

Input current LOW

-1.5

rnA

IlL

Clock input current LOW

-1.0

rnA

Outputs2
VFS

Full-scale voltage

with respect to Vcc

VZS

Zero offset voltage

with respect to Vcc

1.43

1.6

1.75

V

10

25

mV

Absolute linearity

V14, V15

-0.5

+0.5

LSB

Differential linearity

V14, V15

-0.5

+0.5

LSB

R16-14

Output resistance

75

n

C1

External capacitance

100

nF

NOTES:

1. See Figure 3.
2. See Figure 2.
3. See Figure 1.

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VCC1 = VCC2 = 4.75 to 5.25V, TA=O to +70·C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Timing
fc

Maximum conversion rate

tos

Data turn-on delay1

tSET1

Transient settling time

h

IsET2

Transient settling time

to

Transient output (glitch) energy

tpw

Pulse width 3

10

ns

tsu

Data setup time

4

ns

tH

Data hold time

6

ns

25

ns

LSB

30

ns

1 LSB

20

ns
+50

NOTE:
1. See Figure 1.

November 14, 1986

MHz
10

11-58

LSB ns

Preliminary Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA5702

8-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converter

DATA

CLOCK

Figure 1. Timing Diagram

E

vcCl

75

Vour

+

I

AGND

Figure 2. Equivalent Analog Output Circuit
i
.-----OVCC2
3.5k

1--+

DATA <>-41...

L---<>DGND

Figure 3. Equivalent Digital Input Circuit

November 14, 1986

11-59

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TDA8440

Signetics

Video and Audio Switch

Ie

Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA8440 is a versatile video/audio
switch, intended to be used in applications equipped with video/audio inputs.

• Combined analog and digital
circuitry gives maximum flexibility
in channel switching
• 3-State switches for all channels
• Selectable gain for the video
channels
• Sub-addressing facility
• 12C bus or non-1 2C bus mode
(controlled by DC voltages)
• Slave receiver in the 12C bus
mode
• External OFF command
• System expansion possible up to
7 devices (14 sources)
• Static short-circuit proof outputs

It provides two 3-State switches for audio channels and one 3-State switch for
the video channel and a video amplifier
with selectable gain (times 1 or times 2).
The integrated circuit can be controlled
via a bidirectional 12C bus or it can be
controlled directly by DC switching signals. Sufficient sub-addressing is provided for the 12C bus mode.

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
VIDEonlN

1

OFF
FUNCTION IN
VIDEO \INPUT

3

AUDIOI.IN

5

AUDlon.IN

7

BYPASS

8

AUDIO IA IN

9 '--_ _---'
lOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• TVRO
• Video and audio switching
• Television
• CATV

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

o to 70·C

TDA8440N

18-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-l02)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

14

V

Vec

Supply voltage Pin 15

VSDA
VseL
VOFF
Vso
VS 1
VS2

Input
Pin
Pin
Pin
Pin
Pin
Pin

-1 16

Video output current Pin 16

50

mA

-65 to +150

·C

voltage
17
18
2
11
13
6

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

TJ

Junction temperature

()JA

Thermal resistance from junction to
ambient in free-air

February 12, 1987

-0.3
-0.3
-0.3
-0.3
-0.3
-0.3

to
to
to
to
to
to

Vec
Vee
Vee
Vee
Vee
Vee

o to

+0.3
+0.3
+0.3
+ 0.3
+0.3
+0.3

+70

V
V
V
V
V
V

·C

+150

·C

50

·C/W

11-60

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Video and Audio Switch

Ie

TDA8440

BLOCK DIAGRAM AND TEST CIRCUIT

rr:-+-t--I
rl--:-+-t--I
1k

AUDIO I,

'::"

AUDIOII.

r
":'"

AUDIO I.

+ ~ AUDIOAOUT

fk

0.47"F 10

11

1-----50

O.47,..F

I-+-:--+--t

14

1k

75

-=

75

1O",F

+ ~ AUDIO BOUT

fk

O.47J.4F

13

I------s,

100nF

16

rl--+--I
-=

VIDEO II

12 10.uF

rl--t--I
-=

VIDEOI

1k

9

rl-c-+-f--I
":'"

AUDIO ".

1k

O.47",F

....--11----.-...

VIDEOOUT

100nF

1flF

I

I------B,

+

17

18

OFF

~~~J--r~-

SDA

}

I'CBUS

SCL

15
1--+'-----Vee

NOTE:
so, 51, 52, and OFF (Pins 11, 13, 6, and 2) connected to Vee or GND. If more than 1 device is used, the outputs and Pin 8 (bias decoupling

paranel.

February 12, 1987

11-61

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the audio inputs) may be connected in

•

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Video and Audio Switch

Ie

TDA8440

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C; Vee = 12V, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Supply
V15-4

Supply voltage

115

Supply current (without load)

13.2

V

37

50

mA

10

Video switch
C1 C3

Input coupling capacitor

100

A3- 16
A3-16

Voltage gain (times 1; SCl = l)
(times 2; SCl = H)

-1
+5

0
+6

+1
+7

dB
dB

nF

A1-16
A1- 16

Voltage gain (times 1; Sel = l)
(times 2; SCl = H)

-1
+5

0
+6

+1
+7

dB
dB

V3-4

Input video signal amplitude (gain times 1)

4.5

V

V1-4

Input video signal amplitude (gain times 1)

4.5

Z16-4

Output impedance

Z16-4

Output impedance in 'OFF' state

7

Isolation (off-state) (fo

= 5MHz)

V
.11

100

kn

60

dB

S/S+ N

Signal-to-noise rati0 2

60

V16-4

Output top-sync level

2.4

G

Differential gain

V16-4

Minimum crosstalk attenuation 1

60

dB

RR

Supply voltage rejection3

36

dB

dB
2.8

3.2

V

3

%

BW

Bandwidth (1 dB)

10

MHz

ex

Crosstalk attenuation for interference caused by bus signals
(source impedance 75.11)

60

db

Audio switch "A" and "B"
V9_4 (RMS)
V1O - 4 (RMS)
V5-4 (RMS)
V7 -4 (RMS)

2
2
2
2

Input signal level
50
50
50
50

Z9-4
Z10-4
Z5_4
Z7-4

Input impedance

Z12-4
Z14-4

Output impedance

Z14-4

Output impedance (off-state)

100
-1
-1
-1
-1

Voltage gain

SIS +N

Signal-Io-noise rati0 4

THD

Tolal harmonic distortion6

February 12, 1987

kn
kn
kn
kn
10
10

V9- 12
V1O- 12
V5- 14
V7-14

Isolation (off-slate) (f

100
100
100
100

= 20kHz)

.11
.11
kn

0
0
0
0

+1
+1
+1
+1

90

dB
dB
dB
dB
dB

90

dB
0.1

11-62

V
V
V
V

%

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Video and Audio Switch

Ie

TDA8440

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C; Vee = 12V, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min
Crosstalk attenuation for interferences
caused by video signals 5
Weighted
Unweighted

Typ

Max

80
80

dB
dB

Crosstalk attenuation for interferences caused by sinusoidal
sound signals5

80

dB

Crosstalk attenuation for interferences caused by the bus
signal (weighted) (source impedance = 1kil)

80

dB

RR

Supply voltage· rejection

50

dB

BW

Bandwidth (-1 dB)

50

kHz

0:
0:

ex:

12C bus inputs/outputs SOA (Pin 17) and SCl (Pin 18)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

3

Vee

VIL

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

+ 1.5

V
V

IIH

Input current HIGH7

10

IlA

IlL

Input current LOW7

10

IlA

VOL

Output voltage LOW at IOL = 3mA

0.4

IOL

Maximum output sink current

CI

Capacitance of SDA and SCL inputs, Pins 17 and 18

V
mA

5
10

pF

V

Sub-address inputs So (Pin 11), 51 (Pin 13), S2 (Pin 6)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

3

Vee

VIL

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

+0.4

V

IIH

Input current HIGH

10

!1A

IlL

Input current LOW

0

IlA

V

-50

OFF Input (Pin 2)
VIH

Input voltage HIGH

+3

Vee

VIL

Input voltage LOW

-0.3

+0.4

V

IIH

Input current HIGH

20

p.A

IlL

Input current LOW

2

IlA

-10

NOTES:
1. Caused by drive on any other input at maximum level, measured in B = 5MHz, source impedance for the used input 7Sf2,
VOUT

crosstalk = 20109 - - - .
VIN

2. SIN

= 2010g

max

Vo video noise (p - p) (2V)
Vo noIse AMS B = SMHz

3. Supply voltage ripple rejection
4. SIN

= 2010g

= 2010g

Vo nominal (O.Sy)
Vo noise B = 20kHz

VA supply
VA on output

at f

= max.

100kHz.

.

5. Caused by drive of any other input at maximum level, measured in B = 20kHz, source impedance of the used input = 1kil,
VOUT

crosstalk = 2010g - - - according to DIN 45405 (CCIR 468).
VIN

max

6. I = 20Hz to 20kHz.
7. Also il the supply is switched off.

February 12, 1987

11·63

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Ie

Video and Audio Switch

TDA8440

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS 12C bus load conditions are as follows: 4kU pull-up resistor to + 5V; 200pF to GND.
All values are referred to VIH = 3V and VIL = 1.5V.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Max

tauF

Bus free before start

4

ts

(STA)

Start condition setup time

4

f.l.S

tH

(STA)

Start condition hold time

4

f.l.s

tLOW

SCl, SDA lOW period

4

f.l.S

tHIGH

SCl, HIGH period

4

tR

SCl, SDA rise time

1

f.l.s

tF

SCl, SDA fall time

0.3

f.l.S

f.l.S

f.l.S

ts

(DAT)

Data setup time (write)

1

f.l.S

tH

(DAT)

Data hold time (write)

1

f.l.s

ts

(CAG)

Acknowledge (from TDA8440) setup time

tH

(CAC)

Acknowledge (from TDA8440) hold time

0

f.l.S

ts

(STO)

Stop condition setup time

4

f.l.s

Table 1. Sub-Addressing
SUB-ADDRESS
S2

51

So

l
l
l
l
H
H
H

l
l
H
H
l
l
H

l
H
l
H
l
H
l

H

Typ

H

H

A2

Al

Ao

0
0
0
0
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0

non 12C
addressable

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The TDA8440 is a monolithic system of
switches and can be used in CTV receivers
equipped with an auxiliary video/audio plug.
The IC incorporates 3-State switches which
comprise:
a) An electronic video switch with selectable
gain (times 1 or times 2) for switching
between an internal video signal (from the
IF amplifier) with an auxiliary input signal.

February 12, 1987

2

b) Two electronic audio switches, for two
sound channels (stereo or dual language),
for switching between internal audio
sources and signals from the auxiliary video/ audio plug.
A selection can be made between two input
signals and an OFF-state. The OFF-state is
necessary if more than one TDA8440 device
is used.
The SDA and SCl pins can be connected to
the 12C bus or to DC switching voltages.
Inputs So (Pin 11), SI (Pin 13), and S2 (Pin 6)
are used for selection of sub-addresses or
switching to the non-1 2C mode. Inputs So, SI,
and S2 can be connected to the supply
voltage (H) or to ground (l). In this way, no
peripheral components are required for selection.

NON-1 2C BUS CONTROL
If the TDA8440 switching device has to be
operated via the auxiliary video/ audio plug,
inputs S2, SI, and So must be connected to
the supply line (12V).

11-64

f.l.S

The sources (internal and external) and the
gain of the video amplifier can be selected via
the SDA and SCl pins with the switching
voltage from the auxiliary video/audio plug:
• Sources I are selected if SDA = 12V
(external source)
• Sources " are selected if SDA = OV (TV
mode)
• Video amplifier gain is 2 X if SCl = 12V
(external source)
• Video amplifier gain is 1 X if SCl = OV
(TV mode)
If more than one TDA8440 device is used in
the non-1 2C bus system, the OFF pin can be
used to switch off the desired devices. This
can be done via the 12V switching voltage on
the plug.
• All switches are in the OFF position if
OFF = H (12V)
• All switches are in the selected position
via SDA and SCl pins if OFF = l (OV)

12C BUS CONTROL
Detailed information on the 12C bus is available on request.

Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

Video and Audio Switch

Ie

TDA8440

Table 2. TDA8440 12C Bus Protocol
06

Do

AC

STO

= start condition

:

~

1 Fixed

address bits

=1
= sub-address bit, fixed via S2 input
= sub-address bit, fixed via S1 input
sub-address bit, fixed via So input
read/write bit (has to be 0, only write mode allowed)
= acknowledge bit (= 0) generated by the TOA8440
= 1 audio la is selected to audio output a
= 0 audio la is not selected
= 1 audio II. is selected to audio output a
= 0 audio lIa is not selected
= 1 audio Ib is selected to audio output b
= 0 audio Ib output is not selected
= 1 audio lib is selected to audio output b
= 0 audio lib is not selected
= 1 video I is selected to video output
= 0 video I is not selected
= 1 video II is selected to video output
= 0 video II is not selected
= 1 video amplifier gain is times 2
= 0 video amplifier gain is times 1
= 1 OFF-input inactive
= 0 OFF-input active
= stop condition
=
=

Do/OFF Gating
OFF input

Do

o (off

input active)

0

H
l

1 (off input inactive)
1

H
l

OFF FUNCTION
With the OFF input all outputs can be
switched off (high ohmic mode), depending
on the value of Do.

Power-on Reset
The circuit is provided with a power-on reset
function.

Outputs

OFF
In accordance with last defined
0 7 - 0 1 (may be entered while
OFF = HIGH)
In accordance with 0 7 - 01
In accordance with 0 7 - 01
When the power supply is switched on, an
internal pulse will be generated that will reset
the internal memory So. In the initial state all
the switches will be in the off position and the
OFF input is active (07 - Do = 0), (1 2C mode).
In the non-1 2 C mode, positions are defined via
SOA and SCl input voltages.

SOA

(WRITE)

SCl

Figure 1. 12C Bus Timing Diagram

February 12, 1987

11-65

When the power supply decreases below 5V,
a pulse will be generated and the internal
memory will be reset. The behavior of the
switches will be the same as described
above.

•

NEjSA5204

Signetics

Wide-band High-Frequency
Amplifier
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The NE/SAS204 is a high-frequency
amplifier with a fixed insertion gain of
20dB. The gain is flat to ± O.SdB from DC
to 200M Hz. The -3dB bandwidth is
greater than 3S0MHz. This performance
makes the amplifier ideal for cable TV
applications. The NE/SA5204 operates
with a single supply of 6V, and only
draws 25mA of supply current, which is
much less than comparable hybrid parts.
The noise figure is 4.8dB in a 7Sn
system and 6dB in a son system.
The NE/SA5204 is a relaxed version of
the NE520S. Minimum guaranteed bandwidth is relaxed to 3S0MHz and the "S"
parameter MiniMax limits are specified
as typicals only.
Until now, most RF or high-frequency
designers had to settle for discrete or
hybrid solutions to their amplification
problems. Most of these solutions required trade-offs that the designer had
to accept in order to use high-frequency
gain stages. These include high power
consumption, large component count,
transformers, large packages with heat
sinks, and high part cost. The NEI
SAS204 solves these problems by incorporating a wideband amplifier on a single
monolithic chip.
The part is well matched to SO or 7Sn
input and output impedances. The
standing wave ratios in SO and 7Sn
systems do not exceed 1.S on either the
input or output over the entire DC to
3S0MHz operating range.

No external components are needed
other than AC-coupling capacitors because the NE/SAS204 is internally compensated and matched to SO and 7Sn.
The amplifier has very good distortion
specifications, with second and thirdorder intermodulation intercepts of
+ 24dBm and + 17dBm, respectively, at
100MHz.
The part is well matched for son test
equipment such as Signal generators,
oscilloscopes, frequency counters, and
all kinds of signal analyzers. Other applications at son include mobile radio, CB
radio, and data/video transmission in
fiber optics, as well as broadband LANs
and telecom systems. A gain greater
than 20dB can be achieved by cascading additional NE/SAS204s in series as
required, without any degradation in amplifier stability.

FEATURES
• 200MHz (min.), ± 0.5dB bandwidth
• 20dB insertion gain
• 4.8dB (6dB) noise figure
Zo

= 75n

(Zo = Son)

• No external components required
• Input and output impedances
matched to sOl7sn systems
• Surface-mount package available
• Cascadable

PIN CONFIGURATION
N, D Packages

TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Antenna amplifiers
• Amplified splitters
• Signal generators
• Frequency counters
• Oscilloscopes
• Signal analyzers
• Broadband LANs
• Networks
• Modems
• Mobile radio
• CB radio
• Telecommunications

Since the part is a small, monolithic IC
die, problems such as stray capacitance
are minimized. The die size is small
enough to fit into a very cost-effective 8pin small-outline (SO) package to further
reduce parasitic effects.

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
8-Pin Plastic DIP

February 12, 1987

NE5204N

-40 to +85°C

o to
8-Pin Plastic SO package

ORDER CODE

+70°C

SA5204N

+70°C

NE5204D

-40 to +85°C

SA5204D

11-66

853-1191 87586

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

NE/SA5204

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Vcc

Supply voltage

9

V

VIN

AC input voltage

5

Vp_p

TA

Operating ambient temperature range
NE grade
SA grade

o to +70
-40 to +85

·C
·C

1160
780

mW
mW

Po

Maximum power dissipation1, 2
25·C (still-air)
N package
D package

TA =

TJ

Junction temperature

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TSOLO

Lead temperature
(soldering 60s)

150

·C

-55 to +150

·C

300

·C

NOTES:
1. Derate above 25'C, at the following rates
N package at 9.3mW rc
D package at 6.2mW rc.
2. See 1, Power Dissipation Considerations' r section.

EQUIVALENT SCHEMATIC
Vec

R.

R,

R.
VOUT

O:!
V,N

R3

Q,

RE'
RE'

"='
Rn

"='

February 12, 1987

11-67

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NEjSA5204

Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS at Vee = 6V, Zs = ZL = Zo = 50n and TA = 25'C, in all packages, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT

TEST CONDITIONS
Min

Vee

Operating supply voltage range

Over temperature

5

Icc

Supply current

Over temperature

19

S21

Insertion gain

= 100MHz, over temperature
f = 100MHz

16

Sll

f

Input return loss

S22

S12

Isolation

BW

Bandwidth

BW

Bandwidth

1dB gain compression

mA

19

22

dB
dB
dB

= 100MHz

27

dB

DC -550MHz

12

dB

= 100MHz

-25

dB

DC -550MHz

-18

dB

±0.5dB

200

350

MHz

-3dB

350

550

MHz

4.8

dB

= 100MHz
f = 100MHz
f = 100MHz
f = 100MHz

Saturated output power

V

31

12

f

Noise figure (50n)

8
24

DC -550MHz

f

Noise figure (75n)

Max

25

f

Output return loss

Typ

6.0

dB

+7.0

dBm

+4.0

dBm

Third-order intermodulation
intercept (output)

f

= 100MHz

+17

dBm

Second-order intermodulation
intercept (output)

f

= 100MHz

+24

dBm

34

'"

32

T

30

~

26

~

28

r---

Zo = 500
TA=25°C
TA = 25'C
VCC=8V
Vcc=7V
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20

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18
5

16
5

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10'

7.5

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6

8 102

FREQUENCY-MHz

SUPPLY VOLTAGE-V

Figure 2. Noise Figure vs Frequency

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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

2S

25

VCC!8V

T~=

t-

VCC~6V

'\.'

TA = 85°C

vcc-sv
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r- 20=500

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10

POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE-V

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a:

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0.

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40

0.

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FREQUENCY -MHz

Figure 5. Saturated Output Power vs Frequency

I-

Vcc=5V

10'

FREQUENCY -MHz

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I;;;;;-

-3
-4
-5
-6

-3 1--20=500

-5
-6

....

8 103

.......
........ ......

f---- Vcc=6V

-1
0-2 1--20=500

6

--

VCC=8V

8 f---- VCC=1V

Vcc=5V

10'

6

Figure 4. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (521)

~ g

I-

8 102

FREQUENCY-MHz

10
9

VCC=1V
Vcc=6V

9

•

10'

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11
10

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10

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10

E

71 r-r--

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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

2.0

2.0

1.9

1.9

1.8
1.7

~

1.6

....>

1.5

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10'

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Figure 13. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (52,)

February 12, 1987

6

FREQUENCY -MHz

FREQUENCY-MHz

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NE/SA5204

Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

THEORY OF OPERATION
The design is based on the use of multiple
feedback loops to provide wide-band gain
together with good noise figure and terminal
impedance matches. Referring to the circuit
schematic in Figure 15, the gain is set primarily by the equation:

The DC input voltage level VIN can be determined by the equation:
(3)

where REl = 12,Q, VSE = 0.8V, ICl = 5mA
and IC3 = 7mA (currents rated at Vcc = 6V).

(1)

Under the above conditions, VIN is approximately equal to 1V.

which is series-shunt feedback. There is also
shunt-series feedback due to RF2 and RE2
which aids in producing wide-band terminal
impedances without the need for low value
input shunting resistors that would degrade
the noise figure. For optimum noise performance, REl and the base resistance of 01
are kept as low as possible, while RF2 is
maximized.

Level shifting is achieved by emitter-follower
03 and diode 04, which provide shunt feedback to the emitter of 01 via RF1. The use of
an emitter-follower buffer in this feedback
loop essentially eliminates problems of shuntfeedback loading on the output. The value of
RFl = 140,Q is chosen to give the desired
nominal gain. The DC output voltage VOUT
can be determined by:

The noise figure is given by the following
equation:

~] 1dB

[rb + REl +
NF = 10Log { 1 + _ _ _ _ _22ql""Cl
Ro

(2)

where ICl = 5.5mA, REl = 12,Q, rb = 130,Q,
KT I q = 26mV at 25°C and Ro = 50 for a 50,Q
system and 75 for a 75,Q system.

VOUT = Vcc - (lc2+ IC6)R2,

(4)

where Vcc = 6V, R2 = 225,Q, IC2 = 7mA and
Ics= 5mA.
From here, it can be seen that the output
voltage is approximately 3.3V to give relatively equal positive and negative output swings.
Diode Os is included for bias purposes to
allow direct coupling of RF2 to the base of 01.
The dual feedback loops stabilize the DC
operating pOint of the amplifier.

The output stage is a Darlington pair (06 and
02) which increases the DC bias voltage on
the input stage (01) to a more desirable
value, and also increases the feedback loop
gain. Resistor Ro optimizes the output VSWR
(Voltage Standing Wave Ratio). Inductors Ll
and L2 are bondwire and lead inductances
which are roughly 3nH. These improve the
high-frequency impedance matches at input
and output by partially resonating with 0.5pF
of pad and package capacitance.

POWER DISSIPATION
CONSIDERATIONS
When using the part at elevated temperature,
the engineer should consider the power dissipation capabilities of each package.
At the nominal supply voltage of 6V, the
typical supply current is 25mA (30mA max).
For operation at supply voltages other than
6V, see Figure 1 for Icc versus Vcc curves.
The supply current is inversely proportional to
temperature and varies no more than 1mA
between 25°C and either temperature extreme. The change is 0.1 % per °C over the
range.
The recommended operating temperature
ranges are air-mount specifications. Better
heat-sinking benefits can be realized by
mounting the SO and N package bodies
against the PC board plane.

vee

R,
650
VOUT

3nH

Figure 15. Schematic Diagram

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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

PC BOARD MOUNTING
In order to realize satisfactory mounting of the
NE5204 to a PC board, certain techniques
need to be utilized. The board must be
double-sided with copper and all pins must be
soldered to their respective areas (i.e., all
GND and Vee pins on the package). The
power supply should be decoupled with a
capacitor as close to the Vee pins as possible, and an RF choke should be inserted
between the supply and the device. Caution
should be exercised in the connection of
input and output pins. Standard microstrip
should be observed wherever possible. There
should be no solder bumps or burrs or any
obstructions in the signal path to cause
launching problems. The path should be as
straight as possible and lead lengths as short
as possible from the part to the cable connection. Another important consideration is that
the input and output should be AC-coupled.
This is because at Vee = BV, the input is
approximately at 1V while the output is at
3.3V. The output must be decoupled into a
low-impedance system, or the DC bias on the
output of the amplifier will be loaded down,
causing loss of output power. The easiest
way to decouple the entire amplifier is by
soldering a high-frequency chip capacitor directly to the input and output pins of the
device. This circuit is shown in Figure 16.
Follow these recommendations to get the
best frequency response and noise immunity.
The board design is as important as the
integrated circuit design itself.
Both of the evaluation boards that will be
discussed next do not have input and output
capacitors because it is assumed the user will
use AC-coupled test systems. Chip or foil
capacitors can easily be inserted between the
part and connector if the board trace is
removed.

8-LEAD MINI-PACK; PLASTIC (50-8; SOT-96A)

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7

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CAP....1OII HOLE (0.0")

Vee PLANE
OUTPUT

PLANE

GNOPLANE

SOPACKAGI!
HOLE BACKSIDE

SO PACKAGE

HOLE TOPSIDE

TOP

GNDFLANGE

SMA CONNECTOR

Figure 17. PC Board Layout for NE5204 Evaluation

VCC

f--oVOUT
AC
COUPLING
CAPACITOR

Figure 16. Circuit Schematic for
Coupling and Power Supply Decoupllng

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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

son

tion around its side to isolate Vcc and ground.
The square hole is for the SO package which
is put in upside-down through the bottom of
the board so that the leads are kept in
position for soldering. Both holes are just
slightly larger than the capacitor and IC to
provide for a tight fit.

EVALUATION BOARD

The evaluation board layout shown in Figure
17 produces excellent results. The board is to
scale and is for the SO package. Both top
and bottom are copper clad and the ground
planes are bonded together through 50.\1
SMA cable connectors. These are solder
mounted on the sides of the board so that the
signal traces line up straight to the connector
signal pins.

This board should be tested in a system with
50.\1 input and output impedance for correct
operation.

Solid copper tubing is soldered through the
flange holes between the two connectors for
increased strength and grounding characteristics. Two- or four-hole flanges can be used.
A flat, round decoupling capacitor is placed in
the board's round hole and soldered between
the bottom Vcc plane and the top side
ground. The capacitor is as thin or thinner
than the PC board thickness and has insula-

7sn

EVALUATION BOARD

Another evaluation board is shown in Figure
18. This system uses the same PC board as
presented in Figure 17, but makes use of 75.\1
female N-type connectors. The board is
mounted in a nickel plated box' that is used
to support the N-type connectors. This is an

excellent way to test the part for cable TV
applications. Again, the board should be tested in a system with 75.\1 input- and outputimpedance for correct operation.
NOTE:

*The box and connectors are available as a " MOOPACK SYSTEM"' from the ANZAC division of
ADAMS-RUSSELL CO., INC., 80 Cambridge Street.
Burlington, MA 01803.

SCATTERING PARAMETERS
The primary specifications for the NE5204
are listed as S-parameters. S-parameters are
measurements of incident and reflected currents and voltages between the source, amplifier, and load as well as transmission
losses. The parameters for a two-port network are defined in Figure 19.

FEEDTHAU

MODEL 7014
7014-1 (&NC)
7014-2 (THC)
7014-3 (TYPE N)
1014-4 (SMA)

~;~~n

.Jl.-~il l :H+- -:*"-+tlil lt-r
(9.5)

0.750

(19.1)

I--

(1.S)

BOTlOM VIEW

Figure 18. 75.\1 N·Type Connector System

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1.064
(27.5)

l lr-i

0.200 (5.1) TYP
0.290 (7.4) TYP

[0·

O.9841-..J
(24.9)

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..•,

~I

NEjSA5204

S,,- INPUT RETURN LOSS

S" -

POWER REFLECTED
FROM INPUT PORT

I~

FORWARD TRANSMISSION LOSS
OR INSERTION GAIN

S" "VTRANSDUCER POWER GAIN

POWER AVAILABLE FROM
GENERATOR AT INPUT PORT

5" -

OUTPUT RETURN LOSS
POWER REFLECTED
FROM OUTPUT PORT

S" - REVERSE TRANSMISSION LOSS
OR ISOLATION

POWER AVAILABLE FROM
GENERAlOR AT OUTPUT PORT

REVERSE TRANSDUCER
POWER GAIN

s,'
a. Two·Port Network Defined

b.

Figure 19

5002 System

7502 System
25

Vec· av
Vcc· 1Y

vcc· ay

vcc=o~v

Vee=SV

VCC·5V~

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r--

1. 1.'

•

20_750
TA=2SoC

1.1.'

• 1011

FREQUENCY-MHz

• • 103

• • 102
FREQUENCY-MHz

a. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (S21)

b. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (S21l

-I.

-I.

I

-15

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TA =25 G C
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FREQUENCY-MHz

-15

Vee=6Y
Zo::o75!2

-2' r-- TA=2r C
-3.

........,.

..

c. Isolation vs Frequency (S12)

IDOl

ji

r----

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OUTPUT

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FREQUENCY -

e. Input (S11l and Output (S22) Return Loss vs
Frequency

•

810'

MHz

f. Input (S11l and Output (S22) Return Loss vs
Frequency
Figure 20

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V

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FREQUENCY - MHz

40

~

1.'

8

1I

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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

Actual S-parameter measurements, using an
HP network analyzer (model 8505A) and an
HP S-parameter tester (models 8503A1B),
are shown in Figure 20. These were obtained
with the device mounted in a PC board as
described in Figures 17 and 18.
For 50n system measurements, SMA connectors were used. The 75n data was obtained using N-connectors.
Values for Figure 20 are measured and specified in the data sheet to ease adaptation and
comparison of the NE5204 to other highfrequency amplifiers. The most important parameter is S21. It is defined as the square root
of the power gain, and, in decibels, is equal to
voltage gain as shown below:

NE/SA5204

Also measured on the same system are the
respective voltage standing-wave ratios.
These are shown in Figure 21. The VSWR
can be seen to be below 1.5 across the entire
operational frequency range.
Relationships exist between the input and
output return losses and the voltage standing
wave ratios. These relationships are as follows:
INPUT RETURN LOSS = S11dB
S11 dB = 20Log 1S11 1
OUTPUT RETURN LOSS = S22dB
S22dB = 20Log 1S221
INPUT VSWR =

11 + S111

-I--I';;; 1.5
1-S11

Zo = ZIN = ZOUT for the NE5204

0-1
0-

VIN 2
PIN = - Zo

NE5204

2
~Op OUT-_ VOUT
--

Zo

VOUT 2

-I--I';;; 1.5
1 -S22

1dB GAIN COMPRESSION AND
SATURATED OUTPUT POWER

z;;-

POUT
VOUT 2
:. - - = --2- = --2- = PI
PIN
VIN
VIN

The 1dB gain compression is a measurement
of the output power level where the smallsignal insertion gain magnitude decreases
1dB from its low power value. The decrease
is due to non-linearities in the amplifier, an
indication of the point of transition between
small-signal operation and the large-signal
mode.

Zo
PI=VI 2
PI = Insertion Power Gain
VI = Insertion Voltage Gain
Measured value for the
NE5204 = 1S21 12 = 100

The saturated output power is a measure of
the amplifier's ability to deliver power into an
external load. It is the value of the amplifier's
output power when the input is heavily overdriven. This includes the sum of the power in
all harmonics.

:,PI= POUT =ls 21 12 = 100
PIN
and VI = VOUT =
VIN

OUTPUT VSWR =

Zo

0

11 + S221

VPI = S21 = 10

In decibels:
PI(dB) = 10Log 1S21 12 = 20dB
VI(dB) = 20Log S21 = 20dB
:. PI(dB) = VI(dB) = S21 (dB) = 20dB

2.0
1.9
1.8
1.7
a:
l= 1.6
II)
> 1.5

.....
:::>

i!;

The intermodulation intercept is an expression of the low level linearity of the amplifier.
The intermodulation ratio is the difference in
dB between the fundamental output signal
level and the generated distortion product
level. The relationship between intercept and
intermodulation ratio is illustrated in Figure
22, which shows product output levels plotted
versus the level of the fundamental output for
two equal strength output signals at different
frequencies. The upper line shows the fundamental output plotted against itself with a 1dB
to 1dB slope. The second and third order
products lie below the fundamentals and
exhibit a 2:1 and 3:1 slope, respectively.
The intercept point for either product is the
intersection of the extensions of the product
curve with the fundamental output.
The intercept point is determined by measuring the intermodulation ratio at a single output
level and projecting along the appropriate
product slope to the point of intersection with
the fundamental. When the intercept point is
known, the intermodulation ratio can be determined by the reverse process. The second-order IMR is equal to the difference
between the second-order intercept and the
fundamental output level. The third-order IMR
is equal to twice the difference between the
third-order intercept and the fundamental output level. These are expressed as:
IP2 = POUT + IMR2
IP3 = POUT + IMR3/2
where POUT is the power level in dBm of each
of a pair of equal level fundamental output
signals, IP2 and IP3 are the second- and thirdorder output intercepts in dBm, and IMR2 and
IMR3 are the second- and third- order intermodulation ratios in dB. The intermodulation
intercept is an indicator of intermodulation
performance only in the small-signal operat-

2.0
1.9
1.8
a: 1.7
3: 1.6
II)
>
1.5
:::>

TA=25°C

VCC=6V

1.'
1.3 ~ Zo=75n
1.2
1.1 -2o=50n
1.0
10'

INTERMODULATION INTERCEPT
TESTS

25·C
VCC=6V

TA

....

.... 1.'
:::>
0

6

8 102

6

8103

FREQUENCY -MHz

1.3
t--Zo- 7sn
1.2
1.1 f-- Zo-50n
1.0
10'

6

8 102

FREOUENCY -MHz

a. Input VSWR vs Frequency
b. Output VSWR vs Frequency
Figure 21. Input/Output VSWR vs Frequency
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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

ing range of the amplifier. Above some output
level which is below the 1dB compression
point, the active device moves into largesignal operation. At this point, the intermodulation products no longer follow the straightline output slopes, and the intercept description is no longer valid. It is therefore important
to measure IP2 and IPa at output levels well
below 1dB compression. One must be careful, however, not to select levels which are
too low, because the test equipment may not
be able to recover the signal from the noise.
For the NE5204, an output level of -1 0.5dBm
was chosen with fundamental frequencies of
100.000 and 100.01 MHz, respectively.

+30

THIRD ORDER
INTERCEPT POINT ....

+20

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1 dB

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0

+10 +20 .,.30 "1'"40

INPUT LEVEL

dBm

ADDITIONAL READING ON
SCATTERING PARAMETERS
For more information regarding S-parameters, please refer to High-Frequency Amplifiers; by Ralph S. Carson of the University of
Missouri, Rolla, Copyright 1985, published by
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

February 12, 1987

Figure 22
S-Parameter Techniques for Faster, More
Accurate Network Design, HP App Note 95-1,
Richard W. Anderson, 1967, HP Journal.

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S-Parameter Design, HP App Note 154, 1972.

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Signetics

Wide-band High-Frequency
Amplifier
Product Specification
Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The NE/SAlSE5205 is a High Frequency Amplifier with a fixed insertion gain of
20dB. The gain is flat to ± 0.5dB from DC
to 450MHz, and the -3dB bandwidth is
greater than 600MHz in the EC package.
This performance makes the amplifier
ideal for cable TV applications. For lower
frequency applications, the part is also
available in industrial standard dual inline and small outline packages. The
NE/SAlSE5205 operates with a single
supply of 6V, and only draws 25mA of
supply current, which is much less than
comparable hybrid parts. The noise figure is 4.8dB in a 75n system and 6dB in
a 50n system.
Until now, most RF or high frequency
designers had to settle for discrete or
hybrid solutions to their amplification
problems. Most of these solutions required trade-offs that the designer had
to accept in order to use high frequency
gain stages. These include high power
consumption, large component count,
transformers, large packages with heat
sinks, and high part cost. The NE/SAI
SE5205 solves these problems by incorporating a wide-band amplifier on a single monolithic chip.
The part is well matched to 50 or 75n
input and output impedances. The
Standing Wave Ratios in 50 and 75n
systems do not exceed 1.5 on either the
input or output from DC to the -3dB
bandwidth limit.
Since the part is a small monolithic IC
die, problems such as stray capacitance
are minimized. The die size is small
enough to fit into a very cost-effective 8pin small-outline (SO) package to further
reduce parasitic effects. A TO-46 metal
can is also available that has a case
connection for RF grounding which increases the -3dB frequency to 650MHz.
The metal can and Cerdip package are
hermetically sealed, and can operate
over the full -55°C to + 125°C range.
No external components are needed
other than AC coupling capacitors because the NE/SAlSE5205 is internally
compensated and matched to 50 and
February 12, 1987

75n. The amplifier has very good distortion specifications, with second and
third-order intermodulation intercepts of
+ 24dBm and + 17dBm respectively at
100MHz.
The device is ideally suited for 75n
cable television applications such as
decoder boxes, satellite receiver / decoders, and front-end amplifiers for TV receivers. It is also useful for amplified
splitters and antenna amplifiers.
The part is matched well for 50n test
equipment such as signal generators,
OSCilloscopes, frequency counters and
all kinds of signal analyzers. Other applications at 50n include mobile radio, CB
radio and data/video transmission in
fiber optics, as well as broad-band LANs
and telecom systems. A gain greater
than 20dB can be achieved by cascading additional NE/SAlSE5205s in series
as required, without any degradation in
amplifier stability.

PIN CONFIGURATIONS
N, FE, D Packages

TOP VIEW

EC Package

NOTE:
Tab denotes Pin 1.

FEATURES
• 650MHz bandwidth
• 20dB Insertion gain
• 4.8dB (6dB) noise figure
Zo = 75n (Zo = 50n)
• No external components required
• Input and output impedances
matched to 50175n systems
• Surface mount package available
• Excellent performance in cable
TV 75n systems

II

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

75n cable TV decoder boxes
Antenna amplifiers
Amplified splitters
Signal generators
Frequency counters
Oscilloscopes
Signal analyzers
Broad-band LANs
Fiber-optics

• Modems
• Mobile radio
• CB radio
• Telecommunications
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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
o to
o to
o to

8-Pin Plastic SO
8-Pin Metal can
4-Pin Cerdip
8-Pin Plastic DIP

ORDER CODE

+70°C

NE5205D

+70°C

NE5205EC

+70°C

NE5205FE

+70°C

NE5205N

8-Pin Plastic SO

-40°C to +85°C

8-Pin Plastic DIP

-40°C to +85°C

SA5205N

8-Pin Cerdip

-40°C to + 85°C

SA5205FE

8-Pin Cerdip

_55°C to + 125°C

SE5205FE

SA5205D

EQUIVALENT SCHEMATIC
Vee

~----~-~-~~--~V~T

+-----+-----1:..
VIN

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0----.--£

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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Vcc

Supply voltage

9

V

VAC

AC input voltage

5

Vp_p

TA

Operating ambient temperature range
NE grade
SA grade
SE grade

o to +70
-40 to +65
-55 to + 125

°C
°C
°C

760
1160
760
1250

mW
mW
mW
mW

Po

Maximum power dissipation,
T A = 25°C (still-air) 1, 2
FE package
N package
D package
EC package

NOTES:
1. Derate above 25°C, at the following rates:

FE package at 6.2mWI'C
N package at 9.3mWt"C
D package at 6.2mW I'C
EC package at 10.0mWt"C
2. See "Power Dissipation Considerations" section.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS at Vcc = 6V, Zs = ZL = Zo = 50n and TA = 25°C, in all packages, unless otherwise
specified.
SE5205
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

NE/SA/SE5205

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT

Min

Typ

Max

Min

6.5
6.5

5
5

Operating supply voltage range

Over temperature

5
5

Icc

Supply current

Over temperature

20
19

24

30
31

20
19

S21

Insertion gain

f = 100MHz
Over temperature

17

19

21
21.5

17
16.5

SII

Input return loss

f = 100MHz D, N, FE
DC - fMAX D, N, FE

SII

Input return loss

16.5
25
12

Output return loss

S22

Output return loss

Isolation

27

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12

19

21
21.5

dB

12

-25

dB
dB
dB
dB

-25
-18

dB
dB

26

-18

dB
dB

10

f = 100MHz

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mA
mA

27

f = 100MHz EC package

DC-fMAX

30
31

10

DC-FMAX
S12

24

24

f = 100MHz D, N, FE
DC-fMAX

V
V

25

f = 100MHz EC package

Max
6
8

12

DC-fMAX EC
S22

Typ

dB
dB

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DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

at Vce = 6V, Zs
specified.

NE/SA/SE5205

= ZL = Zo = son

and TA = 2SoC, in all packages, unless otherwise

SE5205
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

NE/SA/SE5205

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Typ

Min

Max

BW

Bandwidth

±O.SdB D, N

fMAX

Bandwidth

-3dB D, N

fMAX

Bandwidth

±O.SdB EC

300

SOO

MHz

fMAX

Bandwidth

±O.SdB FE

300

300

MHz

fMAX

Bandwidth

-3dB EC

fMAX

Bandwidth

-3dB FE

4S0

MHz
MHz

SSO

MHz

600

MHz

400

400

Noise figure (7Sn)

f = 100MHz

4.8

4.8

Noise figure (son)

f

= 100MHz
f = 100MHz
f = 100MHz
f = 100MHz

6.0

6.0

dB

+7.0

+7.0

dBm

+4.0

+4.0

dBm

+17

+17

dBm

+24

+24

dBm

Saturated output power
1dB gain compression
Third-order intermodulation
intercept (output)

f = 100MHz

Second-order intermodulation
intercept (output)

dB

35
34

20".500
TA=25°C

32

"E

30
VCC=8V

~

a

26

~

22

~

20

vpc=!"
VCC=6V
VCC=5V

24

,.

"'-

~

A~

~~

'8

5

5.'

5

'.S

10'

7.S

Figure 1. Supply Current vs Supply Voltage

11

10
9

vcclav Vcc=7V~'-

ID

~ 20

z

~
~
~

8 102

8

8 103

Figure 2. Noise Figure vs Frequency

25

ffi

tI

FREQUENCY-MHz

SUPPLY VOLTAGE-V

VCC=BV
Vcc=5V
15 r-- Zo =500

_TA=2SoC

.Ii

"I

irl

~
~

...~

'"

l-

~

Vcc=7V

a

Vcc=8V

7
6

Vee =5V

5
4
3
2

--

Vee=BV

....
I......

I

0
~ -1
~
0 -2

-3 r-Zo=500

-4 '-TA=25"C
-5

10
10'

-8
6

8 102

6

10'

8 103

FREQUENCY -MHz

Figure 3. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (521)

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•

8 102

FREQUENCY-MHz

•

Figure 4. Insertion Gain VB Frequency (S21)

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10
9

11
10
9
B

Vee= 7V

..,

.......

Vee= BV

ro...

Vee=5V

5

.!5

~

~

!2

..,

~

~
...

=
~ 6

~

~

5

Vcc=7V

-3 !-Zo=500

0

6'10 2

6 8 103

6

10'

FREQUENCY -MHz

40
E

...

35

0-

w
a: 30
w

V

....

...I

v

25

a:
w
a:
0 20

,

I

0

15

L

25

.,.,

0-

w
a: 20
w

()

...i!;

/

0

I
I

~

a:
w 15
0
a:

TA=25°C
Zo=500

90

I

a:

;:

/

10

10
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE-V

Figure 8. Third-Order Intercept vs
Supply Voltage

2.0

2.0

1.9

1.9

1.8

1.8

1.7

a: 1.7

;=

1.6

en

...::>>
...::>

> 1.5
....
0-

i!;

1.4
1.3

I--

4

Figure 7. Second-Order Output Intercept vs
Supply Voltage

::>

-

5
10
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE-V

;=

TA=25°C
Zo = 500

/

...

10

4

en

8 102

CD

()

a:

.....

30

E

en

"-

Figure 6. 1dB Gain Compression vs Frequency

III

z

" ...

FREQUENCY-MHz

Figure 5. Saturated Output Power vs Frequency

8w

'" "-

'"

.....

-4
-5
-8

10'

i!;

-

=- Vcc=5V

1

,.--- Zo = 500
-3 TA=25'C

-5
-8

...

.......

Vec=6V

g:;

5 :~

...I

--- '" "

Vee=BV
~

8

Vee=8V

~

AS

NE/SA/SE5205

0-

~

Zo=750

0

1.6
1.5
1.4
1.3
-Zo=750

1.2

1.2
1.1 -Zo=500

1.' -Zo=500
1.0
10'

6

1.0
10'

8 102

Figure 9. Input VSWR vs Frequency

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6

8 102

6

FREQUENCY-MHz

FREQUENCY -MHz

Figure 10. Output VSWR vs Frequency

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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

2.0

'0

m!!!

"lUI
I

UIUI

~9
.... z

Zo:
0:"
"0o-w
Wo:
0:00-"
"0.
0.0-

!is

1.9
35

"

30
25
20

-

1.8

...... ~

0:

~t--. OUT

~

1.5

0-

I.'

"0

INPU~ 1

15

1.6

0-

..."

I~ "-

VCC=6V
Zo= son
TA=2j'C

1.7

UI

>

UT

1.3
1.2

~

I-- Zo = 750

1.1 1--20=500
1.0

10
10'

8102

6

6

10'

8103

Figure 11. Input (511) and Output (522) Return Loss vs
Frequency

25

:cCI

8 102

Figure 12. Isolation vs Frequency (512)

VCC=~V

25

-55jjJ.._

VCC=~V""",

III

"ZI

6

FREQUENCY-MHz

FREQUENCY-MHz

........

20

z

VCC=~V J

~

VCC=5V

w 15

(I)

:!!

r----

T~=
TA:: 25°C

III

l'
~

"
"

20

,..,

CI
Z

1'1..

TA= 85°C
TA= 125'C

0

~
w

(I)

:!!

20=750
TA=25'C

15 I-- 20=750
I--VCC=6V

10

10
10'

6

10'

8 102

'111
,J

I-

6

8 102

6

8 103

FREQUENCY -MHz

FREQUENCY -MHz

Figure 13. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (52,)

February 12, 1987

_

Figure 14. Insertion Gain vs Frequency (52,)

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NEjSAjSE5205

Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

THEORY OF OPERATION
The design is based on the use of multiple
feedback loops to provide wide-band gain
together with good noise figure and terminal
impedance matches. Referring to the circuit
schematic in Figure 15, the gain is set primarily by the equation:
VOUT

V;; =

(1)

(RFl + RE1)/REl

which is series-shunt feedback. There is also
shunt-series feedback due to RF2 and RE2
which aids in producing wideband terminal
impedances without the need for low value
input shunting resistors that would degrade
the noise figure. For optimum noise performance, REl and the base resistance of 0 1
are kept as low as possible while RF2 is
maximized.
The noise figure is given by the following
equation:
NF=
10 Log {

1+

[rb + REl +

~
lJ
2q lCl

dB (2)

Ro

where ICl = S.SmA, REl = 12n, rb = 130n,
KT Iq = 26mV at 25°C and Ro = 50 for a son
system and 75 for a 7Sn system.
The DC input voltage level VIN can be determined by the equation:

where REl = 12n, VSE = 0.8V, ICl = SmA
and IC3 = 7mA (currents rated at Vcc = 6V).
Under the above conditions, VIN is approximately equal to 1V.
Level shifting is achieved by emitter-follower
03 and diode 0 4 which provide shunt feedback to the emitter of 01 via RF1. The use of
an emitter-follower buffer in this feedback
loop essentially eliminates problems of shunt
feedback loading on the output. The value of
RFl = 140n is chosen to give the desired
nominal gain. The DC output voltage VOUT
can be determined by:
VOUT

= Vcc - (IC2+ IC6)R2,

where Vcc = 6V, R2
IC6 = SmA.

(4)

= 22Sn, IC2 = 7mA and

From here it can be seen that the output
voltage is approximately 3.3V to give relatively equal positive and negative output swings.
Diode 05 is included for bias purposes to
allow direct coupling of RF2 to the base of 01.
The dual feedback loops stabilize the DC
operating point of the amplifier.
The output stage is a Darlington pair (06 and
02) which increases the DC bias voltage on
the input stage (01) to a more desirable
value, and also increases the feedback loop
gain. Resistor Ro optimizes the output VSWR

(Voltage Standing Wave Ratio). Inductors Ll
and L2 are bondwire and lead inductances
which are roughly 3nH. These improve the
high frequency impedance matches at input
and output by partially resonating with O.SpF
of pad and package capacitance.

POWER DISSIPATION
CONSIDERATIONS
When using the part at elevated temperature,
the engineer should consider the power dissipation capabilities of each package.
At the nominal supply voltage of 6V, the
typical supply current is 25mA (30mA Max).
For operation at supply voltages other than
6V, see Figure 1 for Icc versus Vcc curves.
The supply current is inversely proportional to
temperature and varies no more than 1mA
between 25°C and either temperature extreme. The change is 0.1 % per °C over the
range.
The recommended operating temperature
ranges are air-mount specifications. Better
heat sinking benefits can be realized by
mounting the D and EC package body against
the PC board plane.

PC BOARD MOUNTING
In order to realize satisfactory mounting of the
NES205 to a PC board, certain techniques
need to be utilized. The board must be
double-sided with copper and all pins must be
soldered to their respective areas (i.e., all

vee

II

R,

R,
650

225

Ro

L,

10

3nH

VOUT

v,.

REI

12

Figure 15. Schematic Diagram
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Wide-band High-Frequency Amplifier

GND and Vce pins on the SO package). In
addition, if the EC package is used, the case
should be soldered to the ground plane. The
power supply should be decoupled with a
capacitor as close to the Vee pins as possible
and an RF choke should be inserted between
the supply and the device. Caution should be
exercised in the connection of input and
output pins. Standard microstrip should be
observed wherever possible. There should be
no solder bumps or burrs or any obstructions
in the signal path to cause launching problems. The path should be as straight as
possible and lead lengths as short as possible from the part to the cable connection.
Another important consideration is that the
input and output should be AC coupled. This
is because at Vee = 6V, the input is approximatelyat lV while the output is at 3.3V. The
output must be decoupled into a low impedance system or the DC bias on the output of
the amplifier will be loaded down causing loss
of output power. The easiest way to decouple
the entire amplifier is by soldering a high
frequency chip capacitor directly to the input
and output pins of the device. This circuit is
shown in Figure 16. Follow these recommendations to get the best frequency response
and noise immunity. The board design is as
important as the integrated circuit design
itself.

vcc

f--oVOUT

AC
COUPLING
CAPACITOR

Figure 16. Circuit Schematic
for Coupling and Power Supply
Decoupllng

8-LEAD MINI-PACK; PLASTIC (SO-8; SOT-gSA)

~

Solid copper tubing is soldered through the
flange holes between the two connectors for
increased strength and grounding characteristics. Two or four hole flanges can be used.
A flat round decoupling capacitor is placed in
the board's round hole and soldered between
the bottom Vee plane and the top side
ground. The capacitor is as thin or thinner
than the PC board thickness and has insulation around its side to isolate Vee and ground.
The square hole is for the SO package which
is put in upside down through the bottom of
the board so that the leads are kept in
February 12, 19B7

n

::

[] 0 :::; 0

CAPACITOR HOU! (0."0')---,

50n EVALUATION BOARD
The evaluation board layout shown in Figure
17 produces excellent results. The board is to
scale and is for the SO package but can be
used for the EC package as well. Both top
and bottom are copper clad and the ground
planes are bonded together through 50Q
SMA cable connectors. These are solder
mounted on the sides of the board so that the
signal traces line up straight to the connector
signal pins.

n

LJ

Both of the evaluation boards that will be
discussed next do not have input and output
capacitors because it is assumed the user will
use AC coupled test systems. Chip or foil
capacitors can easily be inserted between the
part and connector if the board trace is
removed.

Vee PLANE
OUTPUT

GNDPLANE
INPUT

GNDPLANE

SO PACKAGE
HOLE BACKSIDE

SO PACKAGE
HOLE TOPSIDE

BOTTOM

TOP

GNDFLANGE
SMA CONNECTOR

Figure 17. BC Board Layout for NE/SA/SE5205 Evaluation

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position for soldering. Both holes are just
slightly larger than the capacitor and IC to
provide for a tight fit.

presented in Figure 17, but makes use of 75n
female N-type connectors. The board is
mounted in a nickel plated box' that is used
to support the N-type connectors. This is an
excellent way to test the part for cable TV
applications. Again, the board should be tested in a system with 75n input and output
impedance for correct operation.

This board should be tested in a system with
50n input and output impedance for correct
operation.

75n EVALUATION BOARD

*The box and connectors are available as a "MOD-

Another evaluation board is shown in Figure
t 8. This system uses the same PC board as

PACK SYSTEM" from the ANZAC division of

·n

ADAMS-RUSSELL CO., INC., 80 Cambridge Street,
Burlington, MA 01803.

SCATTERING PARAMETERS
The primary specifications for the NE/SAI
SE5205 are listed as S-parameters. S-parameters are measurements of incident and reflected currents and voltages between the
source, amplifier and load as well as transmission losses. The parameters for a two-port
network are defined in Figure 19.

FEEDTHRU

o· ...
('U)
MODel 1014
lII.4-.(BNC)
1014-2 (lNC)
1014-3 (TYPE N)
1014-4 (SMA)

0.3~iCO.062
(9.5)

..

0.750
(' ')

'.084
(27.5)

[0·

o....

TVP
(1.8)

(24.9)

Figure 18. 75n N-Type Connector System

,.I

S2'

•

..

I~

S'2

Figure 19a. Two-Port Network Defined

February 12, 1987

ll.r
' 0.200

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S" -

INPUT RETURN LOSS

S" -

POWER REFLECTED
FROM INPUT PORT

S" =VTRANSDUCER POWER GAIN

POWER AVAILABLE FROM
GENERATOR AT INPUT PORT
S" -

Actual S-parameter measurements using an
HP network analyzer (model 8505A) and an
HP S-parameter tester (models 8503A1B) are
shown in Figure 20. These were obtained with
the device mounted in a PC board as described in Figures 17 and 18.

FORWARD TRANSMISSION LOSS
OR INSERTION GAIN

S22 - OUTPUT RETURN LOSS

For 50Q system measurements. SMA connectors were used. The 75Q data was obtained using N-connectors.

POWER REFLECTED
FROM OUTPUT PORT

REVERSE TRANSMISSION LOSS
OR ISOLATION

POWER AVAILABLE FROM
GENERATOR AT OUTPUT PORT

REVERSE TRANSDUCER
POWER GAIN

Values for the figures below are measured
and specified in the data sheet to ease
adaptation and comparison of the NE/SAI
SE5205 to other high frequency amplifiers.

Figure 19b

SOQ System

7SQ System
25

25

Vee- 8V \ .
Vcc- 7V

vee~~~

"'"I

VCC-7V~

.....

20

~

'Qz"

VCC=6V
VCC=5V

Vcc- ~v

ffi
- 1.'

=>

0

1.3

-20

1.2
1.1

TA 25"C
Vcc- 6V

1.7

;:
1.•
~
>- 1.S
=>
a.

~ 1.S
>-

ir0;

75!l

1.2

:--20

1.0
10'

50n -

1.1 -Za-SOO
6

1.0
10'

8 102

6

FReQUENCY -MHz

6

8 102

FREQUENCY -MHz

a. Input VSWR vs Frequency

b. Output VSWR

Figure 21. Input/Output VSWR
February 12, 1987

IP3 = POUT + IMR3/2
where POUT is the power level in dBm of each
of a pair of equal level fundamental output
signals, IP 2 and IP3 are the second and third
order output intercepts in dBm, and IMR2 and
IMR3 are the second and third order intermodulation ratios in dB. The intermodulation
intercept is an indicator of intermodulation
performance only in the small signal operating range of the amplifier. Above some output
level which is below the 1dB compression
point, the active device moves into largesignal operation. At this point the intermodulation products no longer follow the straight
line output slopes, and the intercept description is no longer valid. It is therefore important
to measure IP 2 and IP3 at output levels well
below 1dB compression. One must be careful, however, not to select too low levels
because the test equipment may not be able
to recover the signal from the noise. For the
NE/SA/SE5205 we have chosen an output
level of -1 0.5dBm with fundamental frequencies of 100.000 and 100.01 MHz, respectively.

I.'

1.8

"

IP2 = POUT + IMR2

2.0

1.•

;:

The intercept point is determined by measuring the intermodulation ratio at a single output
level and projecting along the appropriate
product slope to the point of intersection with
the fundamental. When the intercept point is
known, the intermodulation ratio can be determined by the reverse process. The second
order IMR is equal to the difference between
the second order intercept and the fundamental output level. The third order IMR is
equal to twice the difference between the
third order intercept and the fundamental
output level. These are expressed as:

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ADDITIONAL READING ON
SCATTERING PARAMETERS
For more Information regarding S-parameters, please refer to High-Frequency Amplifiers by Ralph S. Carson of the University of
Missouri, Rolla, Copyright 1985; published by
John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

+30

+10

....

E

"S-Parameter Techniques for Faster, More
Accurate Network Design", HP App Note 951, Richard W. Anderson, 1967, HP Journal.
"S-Parameter Design", HP App Note 154,
1972.

THIRD DRDER
INTERCEPT POINT ........

+20

POINT
I
I
I
FUNDAMENTAL
RESPONSE"

-10

-40

1/

-60

/' lLIf:

-50

J
-40 -30

'"t I--~~E~~~::
POINT

~7

V I.
1/ rt

-20
-30

)t

1 dB
COMPRESSION

-20

---2 D ORDER
RESPONSEJ~'"

I

Figure 22

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-10

0

INPUT LEVEL
dBm

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Ultra-High Frequency
Operational Amplifier
Product Specification

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DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The NE/SE5539 is a very wide bandwidth, high slew rate, monolithic operational amplifier for use in video amplifiers, RF amplifiers, and extremely high
slew rate amplifiers.

• Gain bandwidth product: 1.2GHz
at 17dB

Emitter-follower inputs provide a true
differential high input impedance device.
Proper external compensation will allow
design operation over a wide range of
closed-loop gains, both inverting and
non-inverting, to meet specific design
requirements.

•
•
•
•

PIN CONFIGURATION

Slew rate: SOOtV MS
Full power response: 48MHz
AVOL: 52dB typical
350MHz unity gain

+ INPUT

1

-VSUPPLv

3

12 FREQUENCY
COMPENSATION

VosAdj/AvAdj 5

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•

D, F, N Packages

Fast pulse amplifiers
RF oscillators
Fast sample and hold
High gain video amplifiers
(BW > 20MHz)

TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

a to
a to
a to

14·Pin Plastic DIP
14-Pin Plastic SO
14-Pin Cerdip

ORDER CODE

+70°C

NE5539N

+70°C

NE5539D

+70°C

NE5539F

14·Pin Plastic DIP

_55°C to + 125°C

SE5539N

14·Pin Cerdip

-55°C to +125°C

SE5539F

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS 1
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Vcc

Supply voltage

±12

V

PD

Internal power dissipation

550

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature range

TJ

Max junction temperature

TA

Operating temperature range
NE
SE

TSOLD

Lead temperature (1 Osec max)

-65 to + 150

°C

150

°C

a to 70
-55 to + 125

°C
°C

300

°C

NOTE:
1. Differential input voltage should not exceed O.25V to prevent excessive input bias current and
common-mode voltage 2.5V. These voltage limits may be exceeded if current is limited to less
than lOrnA.

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Product Specification

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NE/SE5539

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

EQUIVALENT CIRCUIT
(12) FREOUENCY COMP.
(10)

+Vcc

{-I 14

IN VEAT"'G INPUT

I-

......

(+11
NO N-INVERTI!IIG

~~

~

INPUT

~
V

~ I ...

r--

v

.....
~

(8) OUTPUT

2.2K
(7)GNO

J,.....

4:::

~
(3)

-vee

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS vCC = ± 8V, TA = 25'C, unless otherwise specified.
SE5539
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Vas

Input offset voltage

Typ

Max

Over temp

2

5

TA = 25'C

2

3

Over temp

0.1

3

TA = 25'C

0.1

1

Va = OV, Rs = 100n

Input offset current

6

25

TA = 25'C

5

13

Common-mode rejection ratio

F = 1kHz, Rs = 100n, VCM ± 1.7V
Over temp

70

80

70

80

2.5

5

mV
p.vI'C
pA
2
nAl'C
pA

5

10

tJ.ls/tJ.T
CMRR

Max

0.5

Over temp
Input bias current

Typ

5

0.5

tJ.los/.a.T
Is

Min

5

tJ.Vos/tJ.T
los

NE5539

TEST CONDITIONS

70

20

10

nA/'C

80

dB
dB

RIN

Input impedance

100

100

kn

ROUT

Output impedance

10

10

n

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Product Specification

NEjSE5539

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vee = ± 8V, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
SE5539
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

VOUT

Output voltage swing

RL = 150n to GND and
470n to -Vee
Over temp

VOUT

Output voltage swing

RL = 2kn to
GND

Positive supply current

lee-

Negative supply current

PSRR

Power supply reiection ratio

AVOL

Large signal voltage gain

AVOL

Large signal voltage gain

AVOL

Large signal voltage gain

Vo = 0, R1 =

Vo = 0, R1 =

Typ

Max

Min

Typ

+ Swing

+2.3 +2.7

-Swing

-1.7

+ Swing

+2.3 +3.0

-Swing

-1.5

+ Swing

+2.5 +3.1

-Swing

-2.0 -2.7

TA=25°C

Icc+

NE5539

TEST CONDITIONS
Max

V

-2.2

V

-2.1
V

Over temp

14

18

TA = 25°C

14

17

Over temp

11

15

TA = 25°C

11

14

Over temp

300

1000

rnA

00

14

18

11

15

200

1000

47

52

57

47

52

57

rnA

00

t:.Vee = ± 1V

TA = 25°C

V o =+2.3V, -1.7V
RL = 150n to GND, 470n to -Vee
Vo = +2.3V, -1.7V
RL = 2n to GND

Vo = +2.5V, -2.0V
RL = 2kn to GND

INN

dB

dB
TA = 25°C
Over temp

46

TA = 25°C

48

60
53

dB

58

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vee = ± 6V, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
SE5539
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Vos

Input offset voltage

los

Input offset current

Is

Input bias current

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio

lee+

Positive supply current

lee-

Negative supply current

PSRR

Power supply rejection ratio

Typ

Over temp

2

5

TA = 25°C

2

3

Over temp

0.1

3

mV

TA = 25°C

0.1

1

Over temp

5

20

TA = 25°C

4

10

VeM = ± 1.3V, Rs = 100n

70

85
11

14

TA = 25°C

11

13

8

11

TA = 25°C

8

10

Over temp

300

1000

t:.Vee=±1V

Over temp
Output voltage swing

RL = 150n to GND
and 390n to -Vee
TA = 25°C

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I1A

rnA

Over temp

rnA

IlVN

+ Swing

+1.4

-Swing

-1.1

-1.7

+ Swing

+1.5

+2.0

-Swing

-1.4

-1.8

•.
.. ~

I1A

dB

Over temp

TA = 25°C

VOUT

Max

+2.0
V

.,

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Product Specification

NEjSE5539

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = ±8V, RL = 150nto GND

& 470n to -Vcc, unless otherwise specified.

SE5539
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

BW

NE5539

TEST CONDITIONS
Typ

Max

Min

Typ

Max

Gain bandwidth product

ACL = 7, Vo = 0.1 Vp.p

1200

1200

MHz

Small-signal bandwidth

ACL = 2, RL = 150n1

110

110

MHz

ts

Settling time

ACL = 2, RL = 150n1

15

15

n.

SR

Slew rate

ACL = 2, RL = 150n1

600

600

VIps

tpD

Propagation delay

ACL = 2, RL = 150n1

7

7

n.

Full power response

ACL = 2, RL = 150n1

48

48

MHz

Full power response

Av = 7, RL = 150n1

20

20

MHz

Input noise voltage

Rs=50n

4

4

nV/YHz

NOTE:
1. External compensation.

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = ±6V, RL = 150n to GND and 390n to -Vcc, unless otherwise specified.
SE5539
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

BW

Typ

Max

Gain bandwidth product

ACL= 7

700

MHz

Small-signal bandwidth

ACL = 21

120

MHz

ts

Settling time

ACL = 21

23

ns

SR

Slew rate

ACL = 21

330

V/MS

tpD

Propagation delay

ACL = 21

4.5

ns

Full power response

ACL = 21

20

MHz

NOTE:
1. External compensation.

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CURVES
NE5539 Open-Loop Phase

NE5539 Open-Loop Gain

9O'1-H-f-HtHP"\.,.j=*l1lll--+++IfHHI
270~ f-l-+ftIt~-H-+H+IIf---+++If+lIll

,..O,'::_-:-'-.L..U.J.J.,IJJ."""'---'--'-L.1l,J.J.......
"---.1-'-J..1lJiJI,G'"

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Product Specification

NE/SE5539

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CURVES (Continued)

,

Power Bandwidth (SE)

Power Bandwidth (NE)

~

\.

3dBB.W.

,.--

\

GAIN (-2)
VCC"'z8V
At.. "'2KU

,

,....

3dB B.W.

"

\\

,-

'\

")MH,

FAEOlIENCY IH CYCL£S PER SECOHO

""'""

Vee'" z6V
At.. '" 1SOll
GAW(-2)

roz.-

lOMHz
FREQUENCY IN CYCLES PER SECOND

'OOM'"

SE5539 Open-Loop Gain vs Frequency

Power Bandwidth

"""""""

,"

I

~

"

'\.

r-------------+---~~~----~----~

-

vee = :rev
RL = 126!1

,~L---------------~--------------~--~~
....

\
r\..

GAlN(-7)

At. ""

"'"

SE5539 Open-Loop Phase vs Frequency

\

1SO!)

"

FACOUENCY IN CYCl.ES PEA SECOND

Gain Bandwidth Product va Frequency
Ay"" X10

2

I

I

3dBBjWIOTH

~

Vee = z6VRt. '" 150iI

~AV-X7.5

•

,.......
FREQUENCY IN CYCLES PER SECOND

NOTE
'"die.... typicot
diltributlon -5S-C .::s; TA

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,-

,

2

~
3dB B,...bWlOTH

I

'0_
FftEOUENCY IN CYCLES P£A SECOHO

""""

iZ>JJ".

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Signetics Linear Products

NEjSE5539

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

example utilizing a 28dB non-inverting amp is
shown in Figure 1.

cal circuit layout is extremely critical. Breadboarding is not recommended. A doublesided copper-clad printed cirucit board will
result in more favorable system operation. An

CIRCUIT LAYOUT
CONSIDERATIONS
As may be expected for an ultra-high frequency, wide gain bandwidth amplifier, the physi-

·F

OPTIONAl..
OFFSET
ADJ.

+V Q--'lNV----o-V
·5

·4
75

.31

[ 1

a:>--+---"M..----oVOUT :~~J
V,N

.,
75

NOTES:

Rt

=

75n 5% CARBON

Rs = 20k TRIMPOT (CERMET)
R, = 1.5k (2adB GAIN)
Rs = 470n 5% CARBON

R2 = 750 5% CARBON

R3 = 75n 5% CARBON
R4 = 36k 5% CARBON

Top Plane Copperl
(Component Side)

-v

.,.

§

Yj 00.

.AJ

- -•

••

00.

NE55J9

w/comp.

Component Side
(Component Layout)

.v
~

.0 0
_0

§

RFC 3T # 26 BUSSWIRE ON
FERROXCUBE VK 200 09/3B CORE
BYPASS CAPACITORS
1nF CERAMIC
(MEPCO OR EQUIV.)

0

0

•

"0

NOTES:
(X) indicates ground connection to top plane.

·R6 is on boHom side.
NOTE:
Bond edges of top and bottom ground plane copper.

Figure 1. 28dB Non-Inverting Amp Sample PC Layout

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Copperl

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Product Specification

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

NE5539 COLOR VIDEO
AMPLIFIER
The NE5539 wideband operational amplifier
is easily adapted for use as a color video
amplifier. A typical circuit is shown in Figure 2
along with vector-scope 1 photographs showing the amplifier differential gain and phase
response to a standard five-step modulated
staircase linearity signal (Figures 3, 4 and 5).
As can be seen in Figure 4, the gain varies
less than 0.5% from the bottom to the top of
the staircase. The maximum differential
phase shown in Figure 5 is approximately
+0.1°.

NEjSE5539

7. .
75

+.

*

22nF

'OJ

75

470

The amplifier circuit was optimized for a 75n
input and output termination impedance with
a gain of approximately 10 (20dB).

-y

NOTE:

Figure 2. NE5539 Video Amplifier

1. The input signal was 200mV and the oulput 2V.
Vcc was ±av.

Figure 3. Input Signal

Figure 4. Differential Gain

< 0_5%

NOTE:
1. Instruments used for these measurements were Tektronix.- 146 NTSC test signal generator, 520A NTSC vectorscope, and 1480 waveform monitor.

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Product Specification

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NE/SE5539

Ultra-High Frequency Operational Amplifier

PHASE
ERROR

DFQ5960S

Figure 5. Differential Phase + O. 10

APPLICATIONS
+8V

470

118

87

lK

2K

-1.5pF

Figure 6. Non-Inverting Follower

+8V

3.3pF

Figure 7. Inverting Follower

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AN140
Compensation Techniques for
Use With the NEjSE5539
Application Note

Linear Products

NE5539 DESCRIPTION
The Signetics NE/SE5539 ultra-high frequency operational amplifier is one of the fastest
monolithic amplifiers made today. With a unity
gain bandwidth of 350M Hz and a slew rate of
600V IllS, it is second to none. Therefore, it is
understandable that to attain this speed,
standard internal compensation would have
to be left out of its design. As a consequence,
the op amp is not unconditionally stable for all
closed-loop gains and must be externally
compensated for gains below 17dB. Properly
done, compensation need not limit slew rate.
The following will explain how to use the
methods available with the NE/SE5539.

LEAD AND LAG-LEAD
COMPENSATION
A useful method for compensating the device
for closed-loop gains below seven is to use
lag-lead and lead networks as shown in
Figure 1. The lead network is primarily concerned with compensating for loss of phase
margin caused by distributed board capacitance and input capacitance, while lag-lead is
mainly for optimizing transient response.
Lead compensation modifies the feedback
network and adds a zero to the overall
transfer function. This increases the phase,
but does not greatly change the gain magnitude. This zero improves the phase margin.
To determine components, it can be shown
that the optimal conditions for amplifier stability occur when:

However, when the stability criteria is obtained, it should be noted that the actual
bandwidth of the closed-loop amplifier will be
reduced. Based on using a double-sided copper-clad printed circuit board with a distributed capacitance of 3.5pF and a unity gain
configuration, CLEAD would be 3.5pF. Another
way of stating the relationship between the
distributed capacitance closed-loop gain and
the lead compensation capacitor is:

COIST

RF

r--1f--

~

When bandwidth is of primary concern, the
lead compensation will usually be adequate.
For closed-loop gains less than seven, laglead compensation is necessary for stability.
If transient response is also a factor in design,
a lag-lead compensation network may be
necessary (Reference Figure 1). For practical
applications, the following equations can be
used to determine proper lag-lead components:

(7)

where
(8)

therefore,
1T(GBW) =
5

(9)

and
(10)

LAG-LEAD
COMPENSATION
WILL CONTROL
GAIN PEAKING
GAIN

(5)

Using the above equation will insure a closedloop gain of seven above the network break

70MHz

a. Closed-Loop Inverting Gain of
Seven Gain-Phase Response
(Uncompensated)
CF

I

COIST

LEAD

RF

r--1f--

,,

o·
-40

-80

•
.......COMPENSATED

-'20
VOUT

VOUT

-""

'\.

~UNCOMPENSATED~

-200
V,N
INVERTING

7F=

-240
NON·INVERTING

-280
1MHz

NOTES:
CL = CLAG
RL = RLAG

10MHz

100MHz

b. Open-Loop Phase
Figure 1. Standard Lag-Lead Compensation

February 1987

1
(RLAG)(CLAG)

-'80

L
LAG LEAD RL

":'

1T(GBW)
WLAG = - - 5 - RadlSec

Therefore,

~

r

(6)

(4)

Rl

V,N

21T(GBW)
WLAG "" --1-0- RadlSec

(2)

(1)

CLEAD

frequency. CLAG may now be approximated
using:

11-97

Figure 2

1GHz

•

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Application Note

Compensation Techniques for Use With the NEjSE5539

This method adds a pole and zero to the
transfer function of the device, causing the
actual open-loop gain and phase curve to be
reshaped, thus creating a progressive improvement above the critical frequency where
phase changes rapidly. (Near 70MHz, see
Figures 2a and 2b.) But also, the lag-lead
network can be adjusted to optimize gain
peaking for transient responses. Therefore,
rise time, overshoot, and settling time can be
changed for various closed-loop gains. The
result of using this technique is shown for a
pulse amplifier in Figure 3.

SMALL SIGNAL RESPONSE

OUTPUT
200mV

100mV/DIV

p.p

INPUT
100mV

10ns/DIV

p.p

AN140

Figure 3. Compensated Pulse Response

cc

cc

VOUT

VOUT

VON

0-----4>-'-1
NON·INVERTING

Figure 4. Pin 12 Compensation

2K

2K

NON·INVERTING

INVERTING

Figure 5. Pulse Response Test Circuits

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Application Note

Compensation Techniques for Use With the NEjSE5539

CRITICALLY DAMPED

Co. can be added in series with the resistor
(Rcl across the inputs. This should be a large
value to block DC but not affect the benefits
of the compensation components at high
frequencies. A value of 0.01/lF as shown in
Figure 8 is sufficient.

UNDER DAMPED

INPUT

AN140

1QOmVIDIV

INTERNAL CHARACTERISTICS
OF THE NE/SE5539
In order to better understand the compensation procedure, a detailed discussion of the
amplifier follows.

OUTPUT

10nsfDIV
RISE TIME ~ 2.4ns

Rc=11SH - Cc=4.6pF
PROPAGATION DELAY =2.3ns

RISE TIME - 2.1 ns
Rc=200 - Cc=5.4pF
PROPAGATION DELAY = 2.3ns

la)

Ib)

The complete amplifier schematic is shown in
Figure 9. To clarify the effect of the compensation pin, the schematic is split into five main
parts as shown in Figure 10.

Figure 6. Small Signal Response - Non-Inverting

UNDER DAMPED

CRITICAllY DAMPED

INPUT

100mVIDIV

OUTPUT

Each segment in Figure 10 is defined as
follows: starting from the non-inverting input,
Section A1 is the amplification from the input
to the base of transistor 0 4 . A2 is from the
base of 04 to the summation point at the
collector of as. Furthermore, As represents
the gain from the non-inverting input to the
summation point via the common emitter side
of 02 and as. Finally, BF is the feedback
factor of the positive feedback loop from the
collector of as to the base of 0 4 ,
From Figure 10, it can be seen that the total
gain (AT) is:

10ns/DIV
RISE TIME 5.3ns
Rc 226H - Cc 2.3pF
PROPAGATION DELAY=5.1ns

=

=

la)

RISE TIME - 3.3ns
Rc = 460Q - Cc 2.0pF

=

PROPAGATION DELAY = 4.5ns

Ib)

Figure 7. Small Signal Response -Inverting

USING PIN 12 COMPENSATION
An alternate method of external compensa·
tion is obtained by use of the NE/SE5539
frequency compensation pin. The circuits in
Figure 4 show the correct way to use this pin.
As can be seen, this method saves the use of
one capacitor as compared to standard lag·
lead and lead compensation as shown in
Figure 1.
But, most importantly, both methods are
equally effective; i.e., a good wide-band am·
plifier below 17dB, with control over ringing
and overshoot. For example, inverting and
non-inverting amplifier circuits using Pin 12
are shown in Figure 5. The corresponding
pulse response for each circuit is shown in
Figures 6 and 7 for the network values
recommended. As shown by the response
photos, the overshoot and settling time can
be controlled by adjusting Re and Ce. In
damping the overshoot, rise time is slightly

February 1987

decreased. Also, the non-inverting configuration (Figure 6) gives a very fast response time
compared to the inverting mode.

Cc

Figure 8. Co Will Reduce Output
Offset and Noise
If it is important to reduce output offset
voltage and noise, an additional capacitor,

11-99

Each term in this equation plays a role at
different frequencies to determine the total
transfer function of the device. Of particular
importance is the pole in As (near 340M Hz)
which causes a roll-off of 12dB/octave and
loss of phase margin just before unity gain.
This can be seen in the Bode plot in Figure
11 a. To overcome this pole, a capacitor and
resistor are connected as shown in Figures
12a and 12b. The compensation pin is connected to the emitter of 0 5, which is in an
emitter-follower configuration. Therefore. a
reactance connected to Pin 12 acts essentially as if it were connected at the base of 05'
Since the capacitor is connected here, it is
now a component of BF and a zero is added
to the transfer function. The resistor across
the input pins controls overall gain and causes AT to cross OdB at a lower frequency; the
capacitor in the feedback loop controls phase
shift and gain peaking.
To further explain, Bode plots of open-loop
response using varying capacitor values and
corresponding pulse responses are shown in
Figures 13a through 13f. The changes in gain
and phase can readily be seen, as is the
effect on bandwidth.

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Application Note

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AN140

Compensation Techniques for Use With the NE/SE5539

COMPENSATION

10K

lK

820

lK

rI.SK
UK

UK

V.

-IN
+IN 0-

H::Q, ~r-KQ'
f-KQ,
10K

V

H
3.2K UK

.....

UK

*

100

10K

.- ~rKCls
~
10K

Q, •

10K

OUT

UK

J-

...-- -

s.aK
2.4K

S.6K

Q~

1~5

H(Cls

~
10K

1.ISK

Figure 9. Complete Schematic of NE/SE5539

------~--.-~~-----+

OUTPUT

Figure 10. Internal Sections

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Application Note

Compensation Techniques for Use With the NEjSE5539

AN140

COMPUTER ANALYSIS
The open-loop and pulse response plots
were generated using an IBM 370 computer
and SPICE, a general-purpose circuit simulation program. Each transistor in the part is
mathematically modeled after actual device
parameters, which were measured in the
laboratory. These models are then combined
with the resistors and voltage sources
through node numbers so that the computer
knows where each is connected.

iD ss
1<
>

.

o·
~
w

..
(I)

:z:

---

------~r_~~_1~------+

OUTPUT

.......

--

.........
OdB

""'-t

r-..

.........

lSO'
R.

"
270 350
'(MHz)

-l~
Co

Rc

Rl

ALTERNATE
LOWERS OFFSET

a. Open-Loop Gain - No
Compensation (Computer
Simulation)
a. Pin 12 Compensation Showing Internal Connections -Inverting

I I
I

------~r_~~-1~------+

OUTPUT

.1\

\
.1.

1 1\ \I
1\
II II \. 11\ I 1
'/
INPUT

5nslDIV

OUTPUT

b. Closed-Loop Non-Inverllng
Response - No Compensallon
(Computer SimulallonOscillation is Evident)
Figure 11
To indicate the accuracy of this system, the
actual open-loop gain is compared to the
computer plots in Figures 14 and 15. The real
payoff for this system is that once a credible
simulation is achieved, any outside circuit can
be modeled around the op amp. This would
be used to check for feasibility before breadboarding in the lab. The internal circuit can be
treated like a black box and the outside circuit
program altered to whatever application the
user would like to examine.

February 1987

RF

""i~

Rl

ALTERNATE
LOWERS OFFSET

b. Pin 12 Compensation Showing Internal Connections - Non-Inverting
Figure 12

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Application Note

Compensation Techniques for Use With the NEjSE5539

AN140

"'-r46

IA

..........

>
is

OdB

"

140" ''\

250350

=

=

INPUT

:;

..........

\.

92"'

150 350
• (MHz)

c. Open-Loop Pin 12 CompensationRc = 200.11, Cc = 2pF (Computer
Simulation)

O~TP~T

........

.......... OdB
t,')

iil

""'

"'

b. Closed-Loop Non-Inverting Pulse
Response - Rc = 200.11, Cc = 1pF,
Av = 3 (Computer
Simulation - Underdamped)

43

OdB

f--.

SnS/DIV

OUTPUT

e

..........
1

f(MHz)

a. Open-Loop Pin 12 CompensatlonRc 200.11, Cc 1pF,
(Computer Simulation)

..........

INPUT

IJ

"'

'"

2:

44

..........
f"'o.,.

o

OUTPUT

73"

."-

-

>
is

"-

\.

...

"INPUT

:;

~

I
\
'-I'\.

1
I

75

SnsJDIV

350

5ns/OlV

f (MHz)

d. Closed-Loop Non-Inverting Pulse
Response - Rc = 200.11, Cc = 2pF, Av = 3
(Computer Simulation - Critically-Damped)

I
I

e. Open-Loop Pin 12 CompensationRc = 200.11, Cc = 3pF,
(Computer Simulation)

I. Closed-Loop Non-Inverting Pulse
Response - Rc = 200.11, Cc = 3pF, Av = 3
(Computer Simulation - Overdamped)

Figure 13

1. J. Millman and C. C. Haikias: Integrated
Electronics: Analog and Digital Circuits and
Systems, McGraw-Hili Book Company, New
York, 1972.

120
100

80
60
OJ

"

40

-

iD

.

2. A. Viadimirescu, Kaihe Zhang, A. R. Newton, D. O. Peterson, A. Sanquiovanni-Vincentelli: "Spice Version 2G," University of California, Berkeley, California, August 1 0, 1981-

>

.........

"'

20

-20
1MHz

55

~

10MHz

"'

350
f(MHz)

100MHz 350 1GHz
0P08310$

Figure 14. Actual Open-Loop Gain
Measured in Lab

February 1987

Figure 15, Computer-Generated
Open-Loop Gain

11-102

3. Signetics: Analog Data Manual 1983,
Signetics Corporation, Sunnyvale, California
1983.

Signetics

NE5592
Video Amplifier
Product Specification

linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The NE5592 is a dual monolithic, twostage, differential output, wideband video amplifier. It offers a fixed gain of 400
without external components and an
adjustable gain from 400 to a with one
external resistor. The input stage has
been designed so that with the addition
of a few external reactive elements between the gain select terminals, the
circuit can function as a high-pass, lowpass, or band-pass filter. This feature
makes the circuit ideal for use as a video
or pulse amplifier in communications,
magnetic memories, display, video recorder syst?'TIS, and iloppy disk head
amplifiers.

•
•
•
•

PIN CONFIGURATION

120MHz bandwidth
Adjustable gain from 0 to 400
Adjustable pass band
No frequency compensation
required
• Wave shaping with minimal
external components

D, N Packages

APPLICATIONS
• Floppy disk head amplifier
• Video amplifier
• Pulse amplifier in
communications
TOP VIEW

• Magnetic memory
• Video recorder systems

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
14-Pin Plastic DIP
14-Pin SO package

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
o to

ORDER CODE

70'C

NE5592N

70°C

NE5592D

EQUIVALENT CiRCUIT

-_._-_._.._ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ,
r----.----~~----~----~------~----~---o +V

•

+-----4""""'==+-+-------t-----4.........M-+...,----4---o OUTPUT 1
INPUT 1

OUTPUT 2

G

a"

~--~----__4~------~

October 10, 1986

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Product Specification

NE5592

Video Amplifier

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Vcc

Supply voltage

±6

V

VIN

Differential input voltage

±5

V

VCM

Common mode Input voltage

±6

V

lOUT

Output current

10

mA

TA

Operating temperature range
NE5592

TSTG

Storage temperature range

PD

Power dissipation

o to

+70

°C

-65 to +150

°C

500

mW

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = + 25°C, Vss = ± 6V, VCM = 0, unless otherwise specified. Recommended
operating supply voltage is Vs = ± 6.0V, and gain select pins are connected together.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Differential voltage gain

TEST CONDITIONS

RL = 2kn, VOUT = 3Vp_p

UNITS
Min

Typ

Max

400

460

600

3

14

RIN

Input resistance

CIN

Input capacitance

2.5

los

Input offset current

0.3

3

ISlAS

Input bias current

5

20

Input noise voltage
VIN
CMRR
PSRR

BW 1kHz to 10MHz

Common-mode rejection ratio
Supply voltage rejection ratio
Channel separation

Vas

Output offset voltage
gain select pins open

VCM

Output common-mode voltage

VOUT

Output differential voltage swing

ROUT

Output resistance

Icc

Power supply current
(total for both sides)

October 10, 1966

kn
pF

p.A
p.A

4

nVlYHz

dB
dB

± 1.0

Input voltage range

VIV

V

VCM ± 1V, f < 100kHz
VCM ± 1V, f = 5MHz

60

93
67

AVs= ± 0.5V

50

65

dB

VOUT = lVp.p; f = 100kHz
(output referenced) RL = 1kn

65

75

dB

RL =
RL =
RL =

11-104

1.5
0.75

V
V

2.4

3.1

3.4

V

3.0

4.0

V

20

n

00

00

RL = 2kn

RL =

0.5
0.25

00

00

35

44

mA

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

NE5592

Video Amplifier

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vss = ± 6V, VCM = 0, O·C';; TA';; 70·C, unless otherwise specified, Recommended
operating supply voltage is Vs = ± 6.0V, and gain select pins are connected together.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

Differential voltage gain
RIN

Input resistance

los

Input offset current

ISlAS

Input bias current

VIN

Input voltage range

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio

PSRR

Supply voltage rejection ratio
Channel separation

Vos

Output offset voltage
gain select pins connected
together
gain select pins open

VOUT

Output differential voltage swing

Icc

Power supply current
(total for both sides)

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

TEST CONDITIONS

RL = 2kQ, VOUT = 3Vp.p

UNITS
Min

Typ

Max

350

430

600

1

11

VIV
kQ

5

p.A

30

p.A

± 1.0

V

VCM ± 1V, f < 100kHz
Rs=

55

dB

IlVs = ± 0.5V

50

dB

VOUT = 1Vp.p; f = 100kHz
(output referenced) RL = 1kQ
RL =

00

RL =

00

RL = 2kQ
RL =

75

dB

1.5

V

1.0

V

2.8

V
47

00

mA

TA = + 25·C, Vss = ± 6V, VCM = 0, unless otherwise specified. Recommended
operating supply voltage Vs = ± 6.0V. Gain select pins connected together.
LIMITS

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

TEST CONDITIONS

UNITS
Min

BW

Bandwidth

tR

Rise time

tpD

Propagation delay

October 10, 1986

VOUT= Wp.p

Typ

Max

25

20

MHz

12

ns

15
VOUT = 1Vp.p

11-105

7.5

ns

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Video Amplifier

NE5592

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Common-Mode Rejection Ratio
as a Function of Frequency

Output Voltage Swing as a
Function of Frequency

Channel Separation as a
Function of Frequency

'8100

!
Q

40

30

RLa' kO: OSC TO

~

10

11:

TA • 25"C

As·O

107

lot

10'

V

1

Y,N == 2V pop

o

FREQUENCY· Hz

104

105
10'
107
FREQUENCY· Hz

10

Differential Overdrive
Recovery Time

Pulse Response as a
Function of Supply Voltage

¥: ~ is6:'c~

>

1.4

Vs

• 1.2

~

0.4

o

III

-- - --- -- -- -- ----

-IS-10-S 0

40

80

120

160

±8V

-- --- ---]7 - -- -- -V
~. ~ ±13v

0.8

5 0•2 -

~~

=

200

Pulse Response as a
Function of Temperature
1.6
1.4

I
I

Vs = :ttV

~ 0.6

~

s

r~L l'k~
I-TA • 2S"C

1.6

~
g

./

./

20

OP11&1I08

50

s

15

V+ ... VR (VOLTS)

Of>11A08

!! s

l/

-

Vs = :t6V

20

i:5Sf"

15

!I =
U

20

Vs == ±6V
RL = 1kO
TA = 2S"C

i:

S 10 15 20 25 30 35
TIME· na

>

1.2

"O>~

1

0.8
0.6

5

0.4

Vs = ±8V
lit. = lid)

I
T" == DOC

§

~

0.2

r-:;

-0.2
-0.4
-15-10-5

II

0

TA = 250C

i'..

T

I = 170~-

.+

5 10 15 20 25 30 35
TIME - AI

DIFFERENTIAL INPUT VOLTAGE· mV
OPl.,O$

Gain vs Frequency as a
Function of Temperature

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Temperature

•
i

1.S
1. 2

0.8

80

v.I •• ~v-

~=;~~w=

=

...

....

~30

g

~ -0.8

> 20

-1.2

~

1

TA == OOC
riTA,

010203040508070
TEMPERATURE: "C

10

lOS

~

1

I-T. = 2S"C

ilii

.....

/

1111

-1.6

~A=='~~Z

Vs = ±6V
RL
lid}

II SO

~40

0.4

~
~ -0.4

a!

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Supply Voltage

j

-4

111I

/

-S

10'
107
10'
FREQUENCY. Hz

-6

3
SUPPLY VOLTAGE· V

OP188&08

October 10, 1986

.11-106

..... 1'

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Video Amplifier

NE5592

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Gain vs Frequency as a
Function of Supply Voltage
60

."
~

T ...

Vs

50

Rl

= ±av

40

Vs

=

= 2S"C
= 1kO

.

"cw

"I

±3Y

"

"'" 30
~
....

t:

=
>:

10'
25":
1kO

0
30

:c

1'\

60

..

0

107

,00

10'

z

"w
"

90

tj1SO
~ 180

...J

10'

TA
AL

= :t:ey

Ys

= :t:6V
= f3Y
Ii
(II' I II 1
107

10'

10'

TA

.....

II;

25ec

vs" :tav

"
"

'\

1

Vs
Ys

210
240
10'

-

10

~

~ 120

> 20
10
10'

Voltage Gain as a
Function of RADJ

Phase vs Frequency as a
Function of Supply Voltage

ill
0:

Vs = ±6V

(Continued)

'\

100

10- 1
1

10'

10

10'

FREQUENCY - Hz

lOS

10'

10'

10'

RADJ. - OHMS

FREQUENCY - Hz

Supply Current as a
Function of Temperature

50

35

Vs

!Z34

00(

=

6

2S-C

40

E

....

ill0:

!I!0:

.",
30

~

0:

",..

"~

CJ

'it.
..."

TA

= t6Y

......

E

CJ

....

:......

33

I'"

20

"

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

0

TEMPERATURE - "C

"",.

....

g~
.... ....

....
""
55

3

4
5
6
7
SUPPLY VOLTAGE· ±V

Vs
TA

GAIN 1
Vs

3

'"
CJ
Z

'"
0:

.."....

~>

,/

15

'"~
z

,/

i!i

.."....
i!i

102

10'

10'

LOAD RESISTANCE - OHMS

10

0

10

30 40 50 60
TEMPERATURE· 'C
20

OPI8730S

October 10, 1986

4
5
6
7
SUPPLY VOLTAG~· ±V

8

TA .. 25ec

Vs

= :l6Y

1000

~

,/

00(

....

0
10'

3

W

iii

J

~ 1

1

~

= ±6Y

20

....

0

....

2/

OPI87209

~

.

I

>

-

Input Noise Voltage as a
Function of Frequency

li

"'"~ 2

~

~~... -

<;il'l-~

25

z

"0

8

~

0"....,

..;

0

Input Resistance as a
Function of Temperature

....

= f6Y
= 250(:

4

3

~

OP187105

Output Voltage Swing as a
Function of Load Resistance
~

'z" ....
iffi
oo(CJ

OPI8700S

~4

' E 5

"0:
",0:

./

TA = 250C

>"'c

00
0

'"

~

~ 10
32

"i

Output Voltage Swing and Sink
Current as a Function of Supply
Voltage

Supply Current as a
Function of Supply Voltage

00(

OP18HOS

OP1811eos

OPtBll70S

70

OP181405

11-107

= 1000

100

10

1
1

10'

10'
10'
10'
FREQUENCY - Hz

10"

OP187S0S

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NE5592

Video Amplifier

TEST CIRCUITS TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.

O.2.uF

51

October 10, 1986

11-108

51

Red,

1K

1K

NEjSE592

Signetics

Video Amplifier
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The NE/SE592 is a monolithic, twostage, differential output, wideband video amplifier. It offers fixed gains of 100
and 400 without external components
and adjustable gains from 400 to 0 with
one external resistor. The input stage
has been designed so that with the
addition of a few external reactive elements between the gain select terminals, the circuit can function as a highpass, low-pass, or band-pass filter. This
feature makes the circuit ideal for use as
a video or pulse amplifier in communications, magnetic memories, display, video
recorder systems, and floppy disk head
amplifiers. Now available in an a-pin
version with fixed gain of 400 without
external components and adjustable
gain from 400 to 0 with one external
resistor.

•
•
•
•

PIN CONFIGURATIONS

120MHz bandwidth
Adjustable gains from 0 to 400
Adjustable pass band
No frequency compensation
required
• Wave shaping with minimal
external components

D, F, N Packages
INPUT 2

INPUT 1

1

NC

G2A GAIN
SELeCT

:~~~~IN

11

APPLICATIONS

V·

• Floppy disk head amplifier
• Video amplifier
• Pulse amplifier in
communications
• Magnetic memory
• Video recorder systems

OUTPUT 2

7

TOP VIEW

H Package'

INPUT 2

G,. GAIN

EQUIVALENT CIRCUIT

SELECT

r---~------~----~----~------~------~-o.V

vNOTES:

Pin 5 connected to case.
*Metal cans (H) not recommended for new designs.

2008

D, F, N, Packages

t---~r-~~~1-------+-----1-~~~----~--oOUT~T1

INPUT 1
OUTPUT 2

INPUT

GsiE:J~
v-

2

INPUT 1

7 ~~t;c~N

3

6

V+

OUTPUT 2 4

5

OUTPUT 1

TOP VIEW

~--~-----4--------~-----------4----~-o-V

November 6, 1986

11-109

853-0911 86387

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NE/SE592

Video Amplifier

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
o to

14-Pin Plastic DIP
14-Pin Cerdip
14-Pin Cerdip

ORDER CODE

+70·C

NE592N14

+70·C

NE592F14

-55·C to +125·C

o to
o to

14-Pin SO
B-Pin Plastic Dip
B-Pin Cerdip

SE592F14

+70·C

NE592D14

+70·C

NE592NB

-55·C to + 125·C

o to
o to

B-Pin SO
10-Lead Metal Can
10-Lead Metal Can

SE592FB

+70·C

NE592DB

+70·C

NE592H

-55·C to + 125·C

SE592H

NOTE:
Also N8, N14, 08 and 014 package parts available in "High" gain version by adding "H" before package
designation, as: NE592H08.

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS TA = + 25·C, unless otherwise specified.
RATING

UNIT

Vee

Supply voltage

±B

V

VIN

Differential input voltage

±5

V

VCM

Common-mode input voltage

±6

V

lOUT

Output current

10

rnA

TA

Operating temperature range
SE592
NE592

-55 to +125
o to +70

·C
·C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·C

PD

Power dissipation

500

mW

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

November 6, 19B6

11-110

Product Specification

Signetlcs Linear Products

NEjSE592

Video Amplifier

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = + 25°C, Vss = ± 6V, VCM = 0, unless otherwise specified. Recommended
operating supply voltages Vs = ± 6.0V. All specifications apply to both standard and
high gain parts unless noted differently.
NE592
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

AVOL

Differential voltage gain.
standard part
Gain 11
Gain 22. 4

RL = 2kn, VOUT = 3Vp_p

High gain part
RIN

Input resistance
Gain 11
Gain 22,4

CIN

Input capacitance2

los

Input offset current

ISlAS

Input bias current

VNOISE

Input noise voltage

SE592

TEST CONDITIONS

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Min

Typ

Max

250
80

400
100

600
120

300
90

400
100

500
110

400

500

600

10

4.0
30

Gain 24

VIV

20

kn
kn

4.0
30
2.0

2.0

BW 1kHz to 10MHz

pF

0.4

5.0

0.4

3.0

9.0

30

9.0

20

12

12

pA
pA
INRMS

± 1.0

V

VIN

Input voltage range

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio
Gain 24
Gain 24

VCM± IV, f < 100kHz
VCM± 1V, f = 5MHz

60

86
60

60

86
60

dB
dB

PSRR

Supply voltage rejection ratio
Gain 24

AVs=±0.5V

50

70

50

70

dB

Vos

Output
Gain
Gain
Gain

offset voltage
1
24
33

VCM

Output common-mode voltage

VOUT

Output voltage swing
differential

ROUT

Output resistance

Icc

Power supply current

± 1.0

VIV
VIV

RL =
RL =
RL =
RL =

2.4

2.9

3.4

3.0

4.0

00
00

00

RL = 2kn

00

1. Gain select Pins G 1A and G 1B connected together.

2. Gain select Pins G2A and G2B connected together.
3. All gain select pins open.

4. Applies to 10- and 14-pin versions only.

11-111

18

0.35

1.5
1.0
0.75

2.4

2.9

3.4

3.0

4.0

24

18

V
V
V
V
V

20

20
RL =

NOTES:

November 6, 1986

0.35

1.5
1.5
0.75

00

n
24

mA

II

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NEjSE592

Video Amplifier

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS VSS = ± 6V, VCM = 0, O·C';; TA .;; 70·C for NE592; -55·C';; TA .;; 125·C for SE592,
unless otherwise specified. Recommended operating supply voltages Vs = ± 6.0V. All
specifications apply to both standard and high gain parts unless noted differently.
NE592
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

AVOL

Differential voltage gain,
standard part
Gain l'
Gain 22• 4

SE592

TEST CONDITIONS

RL = 2kn, VOUT = 3Vp.p

Typ

250
80

Max

Min

600
120

200
80

Typ

Max

VIV
VIV

600
120

High gain part

400

RIN

Input resistance
Gain 22• 4

8.0

los

Input offset current

6.0

5.0

p.A

IBIAS

Input bias current

40

40

p.A

VIN

Input voltage range

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio
Gain 24

PSRR

Supply voltage rejection ratio
Gain 24

Vos

Output
Gain
Gain
Gain

offset voltage
1
24
33

VOUT

Output voltage swing
differential

Icc

Power supply current

< 100kHz

VCM± IV. f

I!N s=±0.5V
RL =
RL =
RL =

VIV

600
8.0

kn

± 1.0

±1.0

V

50

50

dB

50

50

dB

1.5
1.5
1.0

00
00
00

RL =2kn
RL =

500

2.8

1.5
1.2
1.0

V
V
V

2.5

V

27

00

27

mA

NOTES:

1.
2.
3.
4.

Gain select Pins G'A and G'B connected together.
Gain select Pins G2A and G2B connected together.
All gain select pins open.
Applies to 14-pin version only.

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = + 25·C. Vss = ± 6V. VCM = 0, unless otherwise specified. Recommended

operating supply voltages Vs = ± 6.0V. All specifications apply to both standard and
high gain parts unless noted differently.
NE592

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

BW

tR

tpo

Bandwidth
Gain l'
Gain 22. 4
Rise time
Gain l'
Gain 22. 4

VOUT = 1Vp_p

Propagation delay
Gain l'
Gain 22. 4

VOUT= 1Vp_p

Gain select Pins G'A and G'B connected together.
Gain select Pins G2A and G2B connected together.
All gain select pins open.
Applies to 10- and 14-pin versions only.

November 6. 1986

Typ

Max

40
90

NOTES:

1.
2.
3.
4.

SE592

TEST CONDITIONS

11-112

Min

Typ

Max

40
90

MHz
MHz

10.5
4.5

12

10.5
4.5

10

ns
ns

7.5
6.0

10

7.5
6.0

10

ns
ns

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NE/SE592

Video Amplifier

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Common-Mode Rejection Ratio
as a Function of Frequency

i.
100

Output Voltage Swing As
a Function of Frequency

rT"TTrT""T"TTrT""TlTI'"TG"'.""N"',....,

ri;+~~1-+i~1-++H-fi:~~~~

~8:

eo

i

0

10

~~

5.'

1.'

30

Z

0

•

0

10

',01<

lOOk

1M

10M

,
1

5

/

.,,v

--~

V

1.2

V

0.'

~

'.4

IV

1.0

0.'

1S

- 10

5

0

5

15

20

30

r-r-h7.~l,o~-c~~~~~1IIIj
T

f-+-~+--tfTi'#f'Tr ,,-c f - -

10 15
TIME-n.

20

"

30

35

Gain vs Frequency as a
Function of Temperature

.

0.'

f-I-+-t-./-I+--+-+~~-i---t

-0.'

f-t-++-+--Ir-t-+++-I

-0.4 l~S-::-7.lO:-:'-s;-o!--!-S--:lO:-c,~S~..:-::':,-s-'3t:0~35
TlME-n.

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Supply Voltage
1.4

Vs:: f6Y
RL

= 1ktl

GAIHZ

TA,= 2SOc

1.3

..-

1.2

1.1

-~

=-

t--....

"

20

30

40

s

so

TEMPEAATURE_oC

\~

20

'..l. !-...,

~

\~

10

\

~

'"

60

70

-10

..o/!I-

1.0

30

1

5

10
50 100
FREQUENCY-MHz

11-113

35

0.4 f-+-++-I'-1-f-~++--i

I

~
-0.4

10

0.' I-t-++-I,,'f-}TA;-~"",!:oo:-c::l-++-I

-0.2

'"

November 6, 1986

5

= :ttY

~

10

0

1.' I-t-++-+-l-I-+-+-;--I

= x3V

so

0

5

GAINZ
1.4 f-+-1-+-+-t-f-~'Ys
AL:: lkn

I

V

Ys= fey

1.02

- 10

Pulse Response as a
Function of Temperature

.y

VS"
Vs

~

1.10

0."
0."
0."
0."
0."

1.0

~

0

1.08

1.00

-0.4
-15

TIME-n.

yS:: fav

g ...

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Temperature

1.06

!
0

20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
DIFFERENTIAL INPUT VOLTAGE-mY

1."

SOO 1000

I ~:I~:50C
I RL, =lkU

1.4

.
o0

50 100

1.'

=

TA 2S"C
GAIN 2

50

10

10

Pulse Response as a
Function of Supply Voltage

Ys'" ±ev

...

~

FREQUENCY-MHz

0

so

0.'

1/

-0.2

FREQUENCY-Hz

Differential Overdrive
Recovery Time

25

f,~

0.4

1.'
0

100M

'!, -

0.'

3.'

•• .

=
=lK

.....

...

~
,..
~

...

AL

1.2

0

50

Vs = ttV
TA 25"c

1.4

w

0

U

...

! ...

so

!{

0

Pulse RellPonse
1.'

~\,,;..

0.'
A = 5S"C

'"

A:: 2S"C
TA=
125"C
500 1000

"

0.7

0.'
0.5

I-

'/

",'

)"[

/

.

5

•

SUPPLY VOLTAGE- t.V

--

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NEjSE592

Video Amplifier

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
Gain vs Frequency
as a Function of
Supply Voltage

.

.
! . I-t-l-H-t-I-ttt-+c~
~

~

30

~

20

~

ffi

~

z
m

Voltage Gain
Adjust Circuit
GAIN 2

~~ :~~c

14

,

.

Vs

,

5

10

"

50 100

= :t3V

....

....

~~=u~:~=

'00

O.!~F

10

"

6

" "

Vs= IV
f- 100kHz

O.::F

."
r-1lVo, '

,.
-10

9!'r;:=

Voltage Gain as a
Function of RADJ (Figure 3)

1k

Rldl

1k

....

'----

....

TA: 25°C

Vs = ±6V

.01~,---t:--"",oo!;;--:!,.:-""±
••=-7.,oo,,,.:-.,.J'U'!I

500'000

FREQUENCY-MHz

RADJ-

Supply Current as a
Function of Temperature

28

.

Output Voltage and Current
Swing as a Function of
Supply Voltage

Supply Current as a
Function of Supply Voltage

21

,..

TA = 2SoC

Vs = :tev

TA = 25°C

'.0

...

-

1/

/

......

......

,/'

~

4.0

V

'.0

p15

-

- 20

20

60

100

140

TEMPEAATUAE-oC

"

/'

,
tv

•

.

...

~~

Vy\)~

Z

i ,..

. . . .V

10

50 100

500 lk

5k 10k

LOAO RESISTANCE- n

.

'-

GAIN 2

.. H-ttH-++I1I-++Hl-~! ~ :~~

,. H-HH-++I1I-++Hl-+-H-H-4

.......

20

"
0

/V

20

60

TEMPERATURE_Ole

0P046701

November 6, 1986

7.0

Input Noise Voltage
as a Function of
Source Resistance

....,V

30

~ 2.'

6.0

"H-ttH-++I1I-++Hl-~8W~O~'~'~M~H'4

40

4.0

5.0

SUPPLY VOLTAGE_:tV

GAIN 2
Vs = :t6V

•

~

,..
',.

•

Input Resistance
as a Function of
Temperature

&
~ 5.'

50

•

SUPPLY VOLTAGE-

Output Voltage Swing
as a Function of
Load Resistance

~

~.-;::.

.......v ;..- "

'.0

14 . .

~

n

100

14'

OP046809

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'~'~~~1O~~~,~00~UL~'~k~~~1Ok
SOURCE RESISTANCE-I}

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

NEjSE592

Video Amplifier

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
Phase Shift as a
Function of Frequency

:'-

.

~:: :s~~

"

-50

~:: ;5~~

.............

~

"'\\

i'-

I"
-20

\\
\

"

~\
,11

-300
-350

-25 0

1

2

otherwise specified.

Phase Shift as a
Function of Frequency

GAIN 2

-,

TEST CIRCUITS TA = 25°C, unless

3
4
5
6
7
FREQUENCY-MHz

8

9

10

,

10

O.2"F

GO

'000

FREQUENCY-MHz

',.

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Frequency
(All Gain Select Pins Open)

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Frequency

~!: :s~~
GAIN 3

"
~~:GA:'N:2::~::::~~~~\____~

V'\

/

2Or------r-----+;t--~

• f------+---+\_\\__
\--1
• f------+---+~\\~
100
FREQUENCY_MHz

'\

1000

-~

-40
-50

~

V

l'l

/

\

10

.01

,

00

1000

FReQUENCY-MHz

D

November 6, 1986

11-115

Signetlcs Unear Products

Product Specification

Video Amplifier

NEjSE592

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

..

-.
TC08420S

NOTE:

vo(s)
V,(s)

1.4 X 104
,,--Z(s) + 2re
1.4 X 104
,,--Z(s) + 32

Basic Configuration

..

.s

0.2"F

T

Q

V,

0.2.<"

.....

AMPLITUDI:
I'IIIQUINCY:

ItIAD HIAD

I

-.

-I

DI".flINnATORJAMPLI:' ..

DRO CROIIINO DITECTOR

T

NOTE:
For frequency F1 «1t21f (32) C

Vo~1.4X 104~
dT

Disc/Tape Phase-Modulated Readback Systems

November 6, 1986

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Differentiation With High
Common-Mode Noise Rejection

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

NEjSE592

Video Amplifier

FILTER NETWORKS
ZNETWORK

•

FILTER
TYPE

Vo (s) TRANSFER
V, (s) FUNCTION

4

•

c
~~

•

L
c
~I--o

G'R/~J

LOW PASS

1.4x10
--L

HIGH PASS

~[_s
]
R
s + llRC

L

~

BAND PASS

+

1.4 X 10"[
•
L
S2 + R/L • + l/LC

J

L

~

BAND REJECT

,.4X,0 4 [
R

S2+1/LC
.2 + l/LC + slRC

NOTE:
In the networks above, the R value used is assumed to include 2re, or approximately 32!1

November 6, 1986

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]

Signetics

AN141
USing the NEjSE592 Video
Amplifier
Application Note

Linear Products

VIDEO AMPLIFIER PRODUCTS
NE/SE592 Video Amplifier
The 592 is a two-stage differential output,
wide-band video amplifier with voltage gains
as high as 400 and bandwidths up to
120MHz.
Three basic gain options are provided. Fixed
gains of 400 and 100 result from shorting
together gain select pins G1A - G1B and
G 2A - G2 B, respectively. As shown by Figure
1, the emitter circuits of the differential pair
return through independent current sources.
This topology allows no gain in the input
stage if all gain select pins are left open.
Thus, the third gain option of tying an external
resistance across the gain select pins allows
the user to select any desired gain from a to
400V IV. The advantages of this configuration
will be covered in greater detail under the
filter application section.

Table 1. Video Amplifier Comparison File
PARAMETER

NE/SE592

Bandwidth (MHz)

120

120

Gain

0,100,400

10.100,400

RIN (k)

4-30

4-250

Vp_p (Vs)

4.0

4.0

2. Subtract the maximum 592 output offset
(from the data sheet). This gives the output
offset allowed as a function of input offset
currents (1.5V - 1.0V = 0.5V).
3. Divide by the circuit gain (assume 100).
This refers the output offset to the input.

4. The maximum input resistor size is:
Input Offset Voltage
Max Input Offset Current

Three factors should be pointed out at this
time:

0.005V

1. The gains specified are differential. Singleended gains are one-half the stated value.

= 1.00kn

2. The circuit 3dB bandwidths are a function
of and are inversely proportional to the gain
settings.
3. The differential input impedance is an inverse function of the gain setting.
In applications where the signal source is a
transformer or magnetic transducer, the input
bias current required by the 592 may be
passed directly through the source to ground.
Where capacitive coupling is to be used, the
base inputs must be returned to ground
through a resistor to provide a DC path for the
bias current.
Due to offset currents, the selection of the
input bias resistors is a compromise. To
reduce the loading on the source, the resistors should be large, but to minimize the
output DC offset, they should be
small- ideally on. Their maximum value is
set by the maximum allowable output offset
and may be determined as follows:
1. Define the allowable output offset (assume
1.5V).

February 1987

(1)

733
--

--

Filters
As mentioned earlier, the emitter circuit of the
NE592 includes two current sources.
Since the stage gain is calculated by dividing
the collector load impedance by the emitter
impedance, the high impedance contributed
by the current sources causes the stage gain
to be zero with all gain select pins open. As
shown by the gain vs. frequency graph of
Figure 3, the overall gain at low frequencies is
a negative 48dB.
Higher frequencies cause higher gain due to
distributed parasitic capacitive reactance.
This reactance in the first stage emitter circuit
causes increasing stage gain until at 10MHz
the gain is OdB, or unity.

5p.A

Of paramount importance during the design
of the NE592 device was bandwidth. In a
monolithic device, this precludes the use of
PNP transistors and standard level-shifting
techniques used in lower frequency devices.
Thus, without the aid of level shifting, the
output common-mode voltage present on the
NE592 is typically 2.9V. Most applications,
therefore, require capacitive coupling to the
load. An exception to the rule is a differential
amplifier with an input common-mode range
greater than + 2.9V as shown in Figure 2. In
this circuit, the NE592 drives a NE511 B
transistor array connected as a differential
cascode amplifier. This amplifier is capable of
differential output voltages of 48V p.p with a
3dB bandwidth of approximately 10MHz (depending on the capacitive load). For optimum
operation, Rl is set for a no-signal level of
+ 18V. The emitter resistors, RE, were selected to give the cascode amplifier a differential
gain of 10. The gain of the composite amplifier is adjusted at the gain selected point of the
NE592.

11-118

Referring to Figure 4, the impedance seen
looking across the emitter structure includes
small re of each transistor.
Any calculations of impedance networks
across the emitters then must include this
quantity. The collector current level is approximately 2mA, causing the quantity of 2 re to
be approximately 32n. Overall device gain is
thus given by
Vo(s)
VIN(S)

= 1.4

X 104

Z(8)

+ 32

(2)

where Z(8) can be resistance or a reactive
impedance. Table 2 summarizes the possible
configurations to produce low, high, and
bandpass filters. The emitter impedance is
made to vary as a function of frequency by
using capacitors or inductors to alter the
frequency response. Included also in Table 2
is the gain calculation to determine the voltage gain as a function of frequency.

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

Using the NEjSE592 Video Amplifier

AN141

+30V

t------------1-'-=~1 OUTPUTS

I

~~PEAK

G1A

INPUT

o---j 1---.---.....,-/"'-.1

G2A

v-

-6V

NOTE;
All resistor values are in ohms.

NOTE:
AU resistor values are in ohms.

Figure 2. Video Amplifier With High Level Differential Output

Figure 1. 592 Input Structure

Table 2. Filter Networks
VS' "ev
TA,"2!iC

Z NETWORK

FILTER
TYPE

L

PASS

LOW
R

V"\

/

/

V

/

~

1\

\

1.4X104

---L

AF0377QS

\

HIGH

c

R

~I

0

..........--

Figure 3. Voltage Gain as a Function
of Frequency (All Gain Select
Pins Open)

c

L

~~
AF03790S
L

Differentiation
With the addition of a capacitor across the
gain select terminals, the NE592 becomes a
differentiator. The primary advantage of using
the emitter circuit to accomplish differentiation is the retention of the high common
mode noise rejection. Disc file playback systems rely heavily upon this common-mode
rejection for proper operation. Figure 5 shows
a differential amplifier configuration with
transfer function.

Disc File Decoding
In recovering data from disc or drum files,
several steps must be taken to precondition

PASS

[S+~/L]

1.4 X 104

---R

[s +

AF0:3780S

R

February 1987

Vo(S) TRANSFER
Vl(S) FUNCTION

~

BAND
PASS

BAND
REJECT

~/RC]

L

[s2 + R/L: + l/LC ]

1.4Xl04 [
s2+1/LC
]
s2 + 1/LC + s/RC
R

----

AF03750S

NOTE: In the networks above, the R value used IS assumed to Include 2 fe, or approximately

the linear data. The NE592 video amplifier,
coupled with the 8T20 bidirectional one-shot,
provides all the signal conditioning necessary
for phase-encoded data.
When data is recorded on a disc, drum or
tape system, th~ readback will be a Gaussian
shaped pulse 'with the peak of the pulse
corresponding to the actual recorded transi-

11-119

III
I

1.4 X 104

----

32S1

tion point. This readback signal is usually
500/Np.p to 3mVp_p for oxide coated disc
files and 1 to 20mVp_p for nickel-cobalt disc
files. In order to accurately reproduce the
data stream originally written on the disc
memory, the time of peak point of the Gaussian readback signal must be determined.

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

Using the NEjSE592 Video Amplifier

'6

AN141

ed because the NE592 has no gain at DC due
to the capacitance across the gain select
terminals.

'6
O.2"F

T

V,

v,

The output of the first stage amplifier is
routed to a linear phase shift low-pass filter.
The filter is a single-stage constant K filter,
with a characteristic impedance of 200n.
Calculations for the filter are as follows:

V.

O.ZI'F

-6

-6

NOTE:
Vo(s) _ 1.4 X 10'

Vt(s)

Z(s)

+ 2re

NOTES:
For frequency F1

1.4 X 104
Z(s)

T

Figure 4. Basic Gain Configuration
for NE592, N14

where

We = cut-off frequency (radians/sec)

Figure 5_ Differential With High
Common-Mode Noise Rejection

The classical approach to peak time determination is to differentiate the input signal.
Differentiation results in a voltage proportional to the slope of the input Signal. The zerocrossing point of the differentiator, therefore,
will occur when the input signal is at a peak.
Using a zero-crossing detector and one-shot,
therefore, results in pulses occurring at the
input peak points.
A circuit which provides the preconditioning
described above is shown in Figure 6. Read-

C='twc

< < 1/211'(32)C

VoS!:l.4 X 104C~
dT
All resistor values are in ohms.

+ 32

where
R = characteristic impedance (n)

back data is applied directly to the input of the
first NE592. This amplifier functions as a
wide-band AC-coupled amplifier with a gain of
100. The NE592 is excellent for this use
because of its high phase linearity, high gain
and ability to directly couple the unit with the
read back head. By direct coupling of readback head to amplifier, no matched terminating resistors are required and the excellent
common-mode rejection ratio of the amplifier
is preserved. DC components are also reject-

The second NE592 is utilized as a low noise
differentiator/amplifier stage. The NE592 is
excellent in this application because it allows
differentiation with excellent common-mode
noise rejection.
The output of the differentiator/ amplifier is
connected to the 8T20 bidirectional monostable unit to provide the proper pulses at the
zero-crossing points of the differentiator.
The circuit in Figure 6 was tested with an
input Signal approximating that of a readback
signal. The results are shown in Figure 8.

4mH

r---~--------------------------------~~-------n~~----~--------------o~v
4mH

r---,----------------------------4-.------1Yrn~----~--~--------__o~v

sno

01-+--=::"'-0
DIGITAL
OUTPUTS

01-----0
CLA

X100AC
PRE-AMPLIFIER

LINEAR PHASE
LOW PASS FILTER

DIFFERENTIA TOR

BtDIRECTIONAL
ONE-sHOT

NOTE:
All resistor values are in ohms

Figure 6. 5MHz Phase-Encoded Oats Read Circuitry

February 1987

11-120

Signetics Linear Products

Application Note

AN141

Using the NEjSE592 Video Amplifier

r----.-------1~----~._--------<>+6V

IK

2.7K
10pF

2.7K

,J.0.'"F

O.l/.1.F

o-J
+

6

51

MC1496

51
12

I.

10

.IK

4.7K

56K

0.1
"::'
":"

IK
lK

~--~--~~~~~----------~~------------------~------O-6V
NOTE:
All resistor values are in ohms

Figure 7. Wide-band AGe Amplifier

Automatic Gain Control
The NE592 can also be connected in con·
junction with a MC1496 balanced modulator
to form an excellent automatic gain control
system.
The signal is fed to the signal input of the
MC1496 and RC-coupled to the NE592. Unbalancing the carrier input of the MC1496
causes the signal to pass through unattenuated. Rectifying and filtering one of the NE592
outputs produces a DC signal which is proportional to the AC signal amplitude. After
filtering; this control signal is applied to the
MC1496 causing its gain to change.

February 1987

11-121

Signetics Unear Products

Application Note

Using the NEjSE592 Video Amplifier

IV V V 1\
~

'1/

II

v

rv v \. I-'-

f""l

fI.

I .I II

I

I

I""'"

r"'\

ft, ~

J .l I
V IV :" "'"

AN141

PRE-AMPUFIER OUTPUT

1OOmVlDlY.

DlFFERENTIATOR

2OOmV/DiV.

TIME BASE2OOna/DlY.

f.,

I!"\

[J
I~

l I
l/ ~V

~

1"\1

1\ I I

U "J

~

PRE·AMP AND DtFFERENTIAroR

SUPER IMPOSED
BOTH 2OOmVIDIY.

TIME BASE 2OOnsIDlV,

,.",.

f J1
II J ~ '-'"
J,

IV

I I I

I I

I

r

,.. ",
J U V I\,,0Il

,.,.,.
DIFFERENTIAlOR
2OOmV/DlV.

I"

I I I

J I I

TIME BASE 2OO ...1111Y.

ano Q OUTPUT
2V/DIV.

_....

Figure 8. Test Results of Disc File Decoder Circuit

February 1987

11-122

Signetics

IlA733/733C
Differential Video Amplifier
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The 733 is a monolithic differential input,
differential output, wide-band video amplifier. It offers fixed gains of 10, 100, or
400 without external components, and
adjustable gains from 10 to 400 by the
use of an external resistor. No external
frequency compensation components
are required for any gain option. Gain
stability, wide bandwidth, and low phase
distortion are obtained through use of
the classic series-shunt feedback from
the emitter-follower outputs to the inputs
of the second stage. The emitter-follower outputs provide low output impedance, and enable the device to drive
capacitive loads. The 733 is intended for
use as a high-performance video and
pulse amplifier in communications, magnetic memories, display and video recorder systems.

• 120MHz bandwidth
• 250kn input resistance
• Selectable gains of 10, 100, and
400
• No frequency compensation
required
• MIL-STD-883A, B, C available

PIN CONFIGURATION
F, N Packages

INPUT 2

G~~~E~~
G,SGAIN
SELECT

1

3

12

4

~~tE~~IN
G'AGAIN
SELECT

v-

APPLICATIONS
• Video amplifier
• Pulse amplifier in
communications
• Magnetic memories
• Video recorder systems

OUTPUT 2

7

TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE

ORDER CODE

14-Pin Ceramic DIP

-SS·C to + 12S·C

j.lA733F

14-Pin Plastic DIP

-SS·C to +12S·C

j.tA733N

o to
o to

14-Pin Plastic DIP
14-Pin Ceramic DIP

+70·C

j.lA733CN

+70·C

j.tA733CF

•

CIRCUIT SCHEMATIC
r---~--------~--~r---~----~----~-ov·

INPUT 1

+-----+-OOUTPUT 1

G,.
{

OUTPUT 2

GAIN
SELECT

December 2, 1986

G,.

11-123

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

pA733j733C

Differential Video Amplifier

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

VDIFF

Differential input voltage

PARAMETER

±5

V

VCM

Common-mode input voltage

±6

V

Vcc

Supply voltage

±6

V

lOUT

Output current

10

mA

TJ

Junction temperature

+150

°C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range
1lA733C
IlA733

o to +70
-55 to + 125

°C
°C

1190
1420

mW
mW

PMAX

Maximum power dissipation1
25°C ambient temperature (still-air)
F package
N package

NOTE:
1. The following derating factors should be applied above 25°C:
F package at 9.5mWrC
N package at 11.4mWrc.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

TA = + 25°C, Vs = ± 6V, VCM = 0, unless otherwise specified. Recommended
operating supply voltages Vs = ± 6.0V.
1lA733C

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Differential voltage gain
Gain 12
Gain 22
Gain 33
BW

tR

tpD

RIN

Typ

Max

Min

Typ

Max

2S0
60
6

400
100
10

600
120
12

300
90
9

400
100
10

500
110
11

RI = 2kn, VOUT = 3Vp_p

40
90
120

Rise time
Gain 11
Gain 22
Gain 33

VOUT = lVp_p

Propagation delay
Gain 11
Gain 22
Gain 33

VOUT = 1Vp.p

Input resistance
Gain 12
Gain 22
Gain 33
Input capacitance2
Input offset current

ISlAS

Input bias current

VNOISE

Input noise voltage

VIN

Input voltage range

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio
Gain 2
Gain 2

SVRR

UNIT
Min

Bandwidth
Gain 11
Gain 22
Gain 33

los

Supply voltage rejection ratio
Gain 2

December 2, 1966

1lA733

TEST CONDITIONS

10
Gain 2

40
90
120

MHz
MHz
MHz

10.5
4.5
2.S

12

10.S
4.S
2.5

10

ns
ns
ns

7.5
6.0
3.6

10

7.S
6.0
3.6

10

ns
ns
ns

4.0
30
2S0

20

2.0

BW = 1kHz to 10MHz

VIV
VIV
VIV

4.0
30
2S0

kn
kn
kn

2.0

pF

0.4

S.O

0.4

3.0

9.0

30

9.0

20

12
± 1.0

12
± 1.0

IlA
IlA
IlVRMS
V

VCM = ± lV, f';; 100kHz
VCM = ± lV, f = SMHz

60

86
60

60

66
60

dB
dB

Ll.Vs=±O.SV

SO

70

SO

70

dB

11-124

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

p.A733/733C

Differential Video Amplifier

TA = + 25·C, Vs = ±6V, VCM = 0, unless otherwise specified.
Recommended operating supply voltages Vs = ± 6.0V.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

j.LA733C
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Output offset voltage
Gain 11
Gain 2 and 32, 3
VCM

Output common-mode voltage
Output voltage swing,
differential

ISINK

Output sink current

ROUT

Output resistance

Icc

Power supply current

RL =

RL =

Typ

Max

0.6
0.35

1.5
1.5
3.4

Min

DO

RL =2kn

Max

0.6
0.35

1.5
1.0
3.4

V
V

2.4

2.9

2.4

2.9

3.0

4.0

3.0

4.0

Vp_p

2.5

3.6

2.5

3.6

rnA

20
RL =

Typ

DO

18

DO

THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS APPLY OVER TEMPERATURE
Differential voltage gain
Gain 11
Gain 22
Gain3

j.LA733

TEST CONDITIONS

20
18

24

O·C"; TA"; 70·C

V

n
24

rnA

-55·C"; TA"; 125·C

RI = 2kn, VOUT = 3Vp_p
250
80
8

600
120
12

200
80
8

600
120
12

VIV
VIV
VIV

RIN

Input resistance
Gain 22

los

Input offset current

6

5

p.A

ISlAS

Input bias current

40

40

p.A

VIN

Input voltage range

CMRR

Common-mode rejection ratio
Gain 2

VCM = ±V, F"; 100kHz

SVRR

Supply voltage rejection ratio
Gain 2

!:l.Vs= ±0.5V

Vas

Output offset voltage
Gain 11
Gain 2 and 32, 3

VDIFF

Output voltage swing,
differential

ISINK

Output sink current

Icc

Power supply current

8

RL =

±1.0

± 1.0

V

50

50

dB

50

50

dB

DO

1.5
1.2

1.5
1.5
RL=2kn

2.8

3. All gain select pins open.

11-125

rnA

2.2
27

V
V
Vp_p

2.5

2.5
RL±CICl

NOTES:
1. Gain select pins G 1A and G 18 connected together.
2. Gain select pins G 2A and G28 connected together.

December 2, 1986

kn

8

27

rnA

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

pA733/733C

Differential Video Amplifier

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Phase Shift as a
Function of Frequency

Phase Shift as a
Function of Frequency
D

I'..

GAIN 2
Vs" :!:IY
T A '" 25"c

"-

-5

-'0

-200

5

1

~g;

"H-ttHH-ttt-l--l-ftoId-+~H

!

:

~ H-tI

1

5001000

7.D

~

~

50 100

Output Voltage Swing
as a Function
of Frequency

so H-ttt-I--+-Hfit-++1++--+~! ~ ;vc

~
ffi

10

FAEQUENCY-MHz

'OO~-nr;~-nr;~OT~~G'~I"N~'~

~ ,.

QAI

-1D

-210

345618910

Common Mode Rejection
Ratio as a Function
of Frequency

GO

•

'\

~,!

FREQUENCY_MHz

z

GA

~

\ ~ ~I -

-20

2

T,,:2I°C

R :: 1kO

1

~

"-

,

V.'" i'V

,

I'..

o

DO

Va'" slY
T :: aOe

"Iiii~

-00

i'...

-15

-25

Voltage Gain as a
Function of Frequency

0

-'
-0.2

1.'

I
I

QAIN2
Va" ±IY
R'L" 111;0

T,,"O C,..

D.'

TA( HOC

D.I

fITA =

10 C

5

15

r- -

0.'

D.'

IJ

-0.2
15 -10

•

5

10 15
TIME-nl

11-126

20

25

30 35

-0.4

-u -W -5 0

10

TeME-n1

~

H

30 U

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Differential Video Amplifier

/1A733/733C

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
Voltage Gain
as a Function
of Temperature

Gain vs Frequency
as a Function
of Temperature

Gain vs Frequency
of Temperature

1.10 , - . . . . . , . - , - _ , - . . . . . , . _ , - _ , . . . . . ,

VS"' rlV

'."I--t-+-I--t-+-=-I--I
1.01

k:--t-+-ir---t-+-r----l

'.04 "

'.021:::::+r-....~:I-_+--t-_I-+_i
-r-

1.00 r==t::;;f'~~~=~""!!&!IN!.i.~-=l

I--t-+-P-...."F""iIl.~!I!It;I==
0." f-+-f-+-'1'f,,-+----lP"I
O...

0... t--+---t-+--+"'-"'~--+---t
0.92

t-+-+-t---t-t-~-"'!tij----l

0." L-.....L_...L..--.JI-.....L_...L.._~....J
010203040506070
TEMPEAATUAE_oC

Vs'" rev

.,=-..T·::-C'
f-+-+-r-t-lf-+-+-+-t-l

... '-'-'-"""""'--;'-"-'--T

.. 50 1-+-1-+1>-f-+-t-++-i--t:~I~ ~kn

1.'

i

r--+-+-+-f-ir--I--I;.4--t_-:::I
G"~'M!.J3J=~-l:::=I~I"'~=f=F=1
0.' ~>..J,.-,","-'7"T-+-+-++-J

i .. r--t-i-+t-i-Htt-t-i-+tt--J
~

30
20

~~~~~~$l;1\~...jW-U-~

I-t-i-+t-ir--Htt--V\\i-+tt--J

; 10f-+-t-++-i--rt++-t[\1F\~~~
"

~

[,

0

It:o

25"

1-t-i-+t-1I-Htt-f--\jI+tt--J
T ... =

-10 1r--.L.J-4,-i'0i;-L.l""50t;--'~OO.--'",12"-'·~;"d,ooo

'21--t--t-t-1-I--t--t-t,,~~

1.'

1.0

::~.~I~~_+~----l~r-+-+-~
0.'

0.'

0.',L-'_.I-.L..J,_'-.J..--.JI-.L,-'--I.

FREQUENCY-MH.t

Gain vs Frequency
as a Function
of Supply Voltage

SUPPLY VOLTAGE - :I: V

Voltage Gain
as a Function
of RADJ (Figure 3)

Voltage Gain
Adjust Circuit
1000
GAIN 2

VI
I

,-"rn-.-""""",-'--':---:::-I
Y s - j:6V

.. 501-+-1-+1f-+-+++f-+-~A~ ~OC

TA=25"C

i .. r---t-H1r--I-+I+I-+-+I+H
~ 3O~~~~~~**~~-L1l1-J

I~

'\~,

20

~ 1ol-+I+I-+-+++I-+\~VLS~'~W

I

0

I-+I+r--+-+++I-+-.v-V...S+=+-'-I'V

'" f--hf-tl..,.,.:I--ht+f-+--r+++--l

''"

5H)

Radj

, ...........LLL-".L
10 ,L
"k
oo---'-LLL-'1k--.JL.L.cr:...

-10 1~-'-~'~';';;0---'U."'"!;-c,=00,.--JU."'",!:::-::!,,,,
FREQUEHCY-MHz

Supply Current
as a Function
of Temperature

R.dJ-O

(Pin numbers apply to K Package)

Supply Current
as a Function
of Supply Voltage

Output Voltage and Current
Swing as a Function of
Supply Voltage
TA = 2S"C

20

,., 1-+-+-+-f-1I-I-++-+-I

f-l-l-+-+-+--t-+++-J

"I-+-+-r-t-i-t-+--r-+-I

15r--+-+-+-t-i-I--t--t-t--l

1.'

r--+-+-+-f-i-il-+-t-+-I

,,·"'.,-'--:".':-'-5::':.'---''-:'!':.,---'-=,'''.0.....L-:',.,
SUPPLY VOLTAGE- tV

December 2, 1986

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Differential Video Amplifier

J,IA733j733C

TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

,.

Output Voltage Swing
as a Function
of Load Resistance

Input Noise Voltage
as a Function
of Source Resistance

Input Resistance
as a Function
of Temperature

."

;:::Fc

'DO r-T-rn-,--,-,nr"-TTl'""'GA""N"',-"'"

GAIN 2

Vs= ±.v

.. r++tt-+-+++HH+tt~: ~ :s~~

/~

.orttH-+-H~+-~+·~W~"~'·fM~~4

" H-Hi-+--HI+f--+-++I+-I-+-+++-l

//
~

.. HtH-+-H~+-~H-++H--I

/V

.. rttH-+-H~+-~H-+-III--I

/V

/

.,.

,

o0

10100
.1'
LOAD RU'ITANCE-O

10

-20

.1011;

0

20

TEST CIRCUITS TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
O.Z"F

Olft

510

"'-+-....-f.....

510

.....

",

December 2, 1986

80

TEMPERATURE-DC

11-128

100

140

·,~~~,~.~~'~DO~UL7.Ik~~~'~
SOURCE AESISTANCE-il

SAA9001

Signetics

317k Bit CCD Memory
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA9001 is a 1-bit wide, 317,520-bit
long, charge-coupled shift register, organized in 294 blocks of 1080 bits each. It
is intended for use in a TV field memory
at a maximum frequency of 21.3MHz.

•
•
•
•

Control is performed by two external
signals, memory clock (MG), and memory gating (MG). The circuit has two data
inputs (Mit and M1 2) and the data may
be internally recirculated. An adjustable
delay of 0 to 7 bits is incorporated at the
output to increment the total delay on a
bit-by-bit basis, as programmed by the
inputs AD, A 1, and A2. All inputs, outputs, and controls are TTL-compatible.

PIN CONFIGURATION

317k bits (294 X 1080)
21.3MHz toggle frequency
TIL-compatible
28-pin DIP package

APPLICATIONS
• TV field memory
• Digitizing images

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

TOP VIEW

ORDER CODE

CD127BOS

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

PIN NO.

SAA9001N

SYMBOL
VBB

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

VJ, Vo

Voltage on any pin, except VBB (Pin 4)
and MO (Pin 21), with respect to Vss

VBB

Back-bias voltage

10

DC output current (sink or source)

TA

Operating ambient temperature range
(under DC operating conditions)

TSTG

Storage temperature range

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

February 12, 1987

V BB
TEST

RATING

UNIT

7

V

min. -7

V

10

mA

8
10

Voo
A1

o to 60

·C

11

AO

-65 to + 150

·C

18
19

MI,
MRN

1

W

20
21
22

Me
MO

Vss

24

MIS

25

MI,

DESCRIPTION
Back·bias supply voltage (to be
connected to Pin 4)
Back-bias supply voltage (to be
connected to Pin 1)
Control input for testing

purposes only. It is internally

kn

11-129

connected to Vss via a 1
(approx.) resistor and needs no
external connection

MG
A2

Memory gating input
Control input for additional
internal delay
Positive supply voltage
Control input for additional
internal delay
Control input for additional
internal delay
Memory input 2
Memory recirculate control.
Recirculation is activated when
MRN is Low
Memory clock input
Memory output
Negative supply voltage
(ground)
Memory input select; selects
MI1 or MI2
Memory input 1

853-1187 87586

•

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

317k Bit CCD Memory

SAA9001

BLOCK DIAGRAM
MIS

24

MRN

MG

TEST

A2 A' AO

7

.9

.0 11

Me 20

ADDRESS

OT07
VARIABLE
DELAY

CAPACITANCE

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

MAX

UNIT

CI

Data inputs MI., MI2 (Pins 25 and 18)

9

pF

Cc

Clock input MC (Pin 20)

9

pF

CG

Gating input MG (Pin 6)

9

pF

Co

Data output MO (Pin 21)

9

pF

CRN

Recirculation control MRN (Pin 19)

9

pF

CIS

Input select control MIS (Pin 24)

9

pF

CA

Delay program inputs AO, A 1, A2 (Pins 11, 10, and 7)

9

pF

February 12, 1987

11-130

D-TYPE
FUP.

FLOP

2'

MO

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

317k Bit CCD Memory

SAA9001

DC OPERATING CONDITIONS
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Voo

Supply voltage range

4.75

5.25

VBB

Back-bias supply range

-3.65

-3.35

V

VIL

Input voltage Low

-1.0

+0.8

V

VIH

Input voltage High

2.0

6.0

V

V

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA=O to +60·C; Voo = 4.75 to 5.25V; VBB=-3.5 ± 0.15V; output not loaded,
unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

III

Input leakage current at Vl = GND to Voo:
Mil; M12; MC; MG; AO; A1; A2; MRN; MIS

Typ

Max

10

p.A

100

Power supply current from Voo at f = 21.3MHz

70

mA

VOL

Output voltage Low at IOL = 4mA

0.4

V

VOH

Output voltage High at IOH = -1 mA

2.4

V

AC TEST CONDITIONS
PARAMETER

Input pulse levels
Rise and fall times between 0.8 and 2.0V (tR, tF)
clock input MC
data inputs Mil, M12; gating input MG;
control inputs AO, A1, A2, MIS, MRN
Timing reference levels
clock input MC
data inputs Mil, M1 2; gating input MG
data output MO
Output load

February 12, 1987

LIMIT

UNIT

0.6 and 2.4

V

<3

ns

;;'3

ns

1.5
0.8 or 2.0
0.8 or 2.0

V
V
V

see Figure 4

11-131

•

"

•

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

SAA9001

317k Bit CCD Memory

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA=O to + 60°C; Voo=4.75 to 5.25V; Vss=-3.5±0.15V.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

21.3

fCl

Clock frequenci

tCl

Clock Low time

18

tCH

Clock High time

18

tR

Recirculation time 1

MHz
ns
ns

27

ms

1100

I1s

tGW

Waiting time (gating Low/High time)2

tGC

Gating setup time

7.5

ns

tCG

Gating hold time

0.5

ns

tiC

Data setup time

7.5

ns

tCI

Data hold time

0.5

ns

tOH

Output hold time

5.0

too

Output delay time

tAH

Output invalid after address change

tAD

Address valid after address change3

tMRNSU

Recirculation setup time 4

tMISSU

ns
23.5

0

Input select setup time 5

ns
I1S

7 clock
pulses + 1

I1S

0

1

I1s

0

1 clock
pulse + 1

I1S

NOTES:
1. The maximum recirculation time must never be exceeded by any combination of low frequency gating and/or waiting time.
2. Every 13001's, at least three blocks of 1080 bits must be transferred to the output. This means that immediately after a wait of 1100JlS, three blocks
must be shifted out.
3. A change in delay will cause invalid data at the output for the time tAD.
4. After a change of MRN, the signal recirculation path is not swftched before tMANSU'
5. After a change of MIS, data at the input is invalid for tMISSU'

February 12, 1987

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

317k Bit CCO Memory

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Operation
The memory array is organized to handle data
in blocks of 1080 bits and has a capacity of
294 data blocks. The structure of the memory
array provides fast, serial data input and
output, with parallel transfer of data blocks
through the memory. Memory input and output are controlled by the memory gating
(MG); the serial output is initiated by the rising
edge of MG, and the storage of the data
present in the memory's input register is
performed on the falling edge of MG. In
normal operation, one cycle of MG is an
uninterrupted High level of at least 1080 clock
periods (-4 or + 3 clock periods) followed by
a Low level of at least 32 clock periods. Input,
output, and gating signals are all referred to
lhe rising edge of the memory clock (MC).
The internal recirculation facility is activated
when the control input MRN is Low.

Memory output
Output is enabled when MG is High and data
is clocked serially from the memory. Referring
to Figure I, the first rising clock edge after the

SAA9001

positive transition of MG is defined as clock
pulse "0". If the delay control address is
A2 = Al = AO = 0, then the first bit of the
output is valid at clock pulse "17" (the delay
of 17 clock periods is due to internal multiplexing of the data in the memory).
The output delay can be increased by the
values shown in Table 1 using the internal
delay line controlled by AO, A1, and A2.

Table 1. Additional Delay
Control
DELAY
ADDRESS
A2

A1

AO

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

ADDITIONAL DELAY
(CLOCK PERIODS)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Data input
Data to be stored is directed to the memory
from either Mil or MI2 as selected by the
control input MIS (see Table 2). The Mil input
is delayed by one clock period.

Table 2. Input Selection
CONTROL INPUT

MEMORY INPUT

MIS=O
MIS=1

Mil
MI2

Input data is clocked serially into the input
register of the CGO memory. When the negative transition of MG occurs, the 1080 bits of
data present in the input register are entered
into the memory array. If the interval of
MG = High is not an exact multiple of eight
clock periods, the timing of the negative
transition of MG is internally rounded to be an
exact multiple of eight clock periods. Note
that the data path from input Mil has a delay
of one clock period and the path from MI2 is
direct.

GATING MG

Figure 1. Memory Input and Output Data Timings With Respect to the Memory Clock (MC) for a Memory Gating (MG) High
Period that Is a Multiple of 8 Clock Periods (no Internal Rounding of Gating Period)

February 12, 1987

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

317k Bit CCD Memory

SAA9001

The length of the MG = High interval required . rounded to a multiple of eight. From this,
for internal and external recirculation of data
(A + 1 + RP + 10) modulo 8 = O.
is determined as shown in Figure 2. The
During internal recirculation o( the data
positive transition of MG (waveform 1) initi(MRN = Low), the three Ootype flip-flops in
ates the serial transfer of data from the output
the recirculation path give RP a value of three
register. Due to multiplexing in the memory,
clock periods and 10 will be zero. Consevalid data is available after 16 clock periods
quently, the variable delay should be pro(waveform 2). After a delay of "A" clock
grammed for a delay of A = 4 for proper data
periods, determined by AO, A 1, and A2 (waveretention, i.e., (4 + 1 + 3 + 0) modulo 8 = O.
form 3), and a one-clock period delay via a 0type flip-flop, the valid data is available at the
In conclusion, to store 1080 bits of valid data
output pin MO (waveform 4).
and to retrieve at the output 1080 valid data
bits, the MG = High interval must be at least
Incoming data can be delayed by two
1076 clock periods followed by an MG = Low
amounts: RP (waveform 5), a phase shift
interval of at least 32 clock periods. The
introduced when the data is recirculated
MG = Low interval can be reduced to a minithrough an external processing circuit, and 10
mum of 24 clock periods when MG = High is
(waveform 6), a one-clock period delay when
a multiple of eight clock periods.
input MI, is selected. The negative transition
Fast Gating
of MG, internally rounded to a multiple of
Fast gating is a method of accelerating the
eight clock periods (waveform 7), initiates
storage of the last 1080 bits presented at the
internal transfer of data through the memory
memory input (waveform 6). Therefore, the at the expense of valid data, and is therefore
MG = High interval is 16 + A + 1 + RP +
useful for skipping unwanted data blocks. The
10 + 1080 clock periods, and this figure is
MG = High interval for fast gating is less than
1076 clock periods to a minimum of 360 clock

GATE RISING EOGE

periods. If the MG = High interval is a multiple
of eight clock periods during fast gating, the
MG = Low interval can be reduced to 24
cl.ock periods (min.); otherwise, the
MG = Low interval must be at least 32 clock
periods. The output data is not valid during
fast gating and during the first two data
blocks at the output after fast gating has
ceased. No valid data is clocked into the input
register of the CCO memory during fast gating.

Slow Gating
The transfer of data can be decelerated by
using slow gating. For this, the MG = High or
MG = Low interval is extended to the maximum waiting time (tGw).

HANDLING
Inputs and outputs are protected against
electrostatic charge in normal handling. However, to be totally safe, it is desirable to take
normal precautions appropriate to handling
MOS devices.

I

CD

_,6---1

CCD MEMORY ARRAY
OUTPUT REGISTER

OUTPUT FROM
VARIABLE DELAY

I

I

-H-

0

I

(2)

-l'tVAUD DATA
OUTPUT (MO)

I

0

/--RP--j
DATA INPUT
(Mil OR Ml 2)

~
-I

CCD MEMORY ARRAY
INPUT REGISTER

I
I

t-'D

~

I·

'080

0
0

·1

0

GATE FALUNG EOGE

111111111

MULnPLE OF8

-1.1 1-

8
WF2026QS

Figure 2. Determination of Memory Gating High Period

February 12, 1987

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAA9001

317k Bit CCD Memory

MI

CCDMEMORY
ARRAY

MO

INPUT

OUTPUT

Figure 4. Output Load
Figure 3. Recirculation via an External Circuit

CLOCK
MC _ _,.......JI

OUTPUT
MO

GAll~~

--:---:--.....

-:I.'Ge I-

-X_______
Figure 5. Timing Waveforms for Gating and I/O

DELAY ADDRESS

AO. A1. A2 _ _ _ __

~

~'.b'AH~'AD
OUTPUT
MD _ _ _ _ _ __

Figure 6. Timing Waveforms for Address Setup and Hold

February 12. 1987

11·135

II

Signetics

Section 12
Vertical Deflection

Linear Products

INDEX
TDA2653A
TDA3651 AI
3653
TDA3652
TDA3654

Vertical Deflection ..............................................................

12·3

Vertical Deflection .............................................................. 12·9
Vertical Deflection .............................................................. 12·16
Vertical Deflection Output Circuit ........................................... 12·20

TDA2653A

Signetics

Vertical Deflection
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA2653A is a monolithic integrated circuit for vertical deflection in video
monitors and large screen color television receivers, e.g. 30AX and PIL-S4
systems.

• Oscillator; switch capability for
50Hz/60Hz operation
• Synchronization circuit
• Blanking pulse generator with
guard circuit
• Sawtooth generator with buffer
stage
• Preamplifier with fed-out inputs
• Output stage with thermal and
short-circuit protection
• Flyback generator
• Voltage stabilizer

PIN CONFIGURATION
U Package

1

SYNC IN/BLANKING OUT

11 SAWTOOrHGENOUT

10 PREAMP INPUT
POSITIVE SUPPLY OF
OUTPUT STAGE
7 FBGENOUT

e

GROUND

5 POSmVE SUPPLY Vee
4 REF VOLTAGE

APPLICATIONS

3 SAWTOOrH CAP

• Video monitor
• Television receiver

1 OSCCAP

50Hz/80Hz

SWITCHING VOLTAGE

TOPYIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE
RANGE

ORDER CODE

13-Pin Plastic SIP power package (SOT-141B)

-20·C to + 85·C

TDA2653AU

II

I

November 14, 1986

12-3

853-0098 86561

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Vertical Deflection

TDA2653A

BLOCK DIAGRAM

T_

I

t
BLANKING
PULSE
GENERAtOR

GUARD
CIRCUIT

I
FREQUENCY
DETECtOR

OSCILLAtOR

•

+

-}

BUFFER

SYNC

1

'--

I
OUTPUT STAGEI
THERMAL &
SHORT-CIRCUIT
PROTECTION

I

VOLTAGE
STABILIZER

FLYBACK
GENERAtOR

SAWTOOTH
GENERAtOR

+

I

I

11:1

t

3

2

FREQUENCY

5

4

6

f2 ~EAR-

8

7

rrtO:;\

f-vv'v-

~

\Of:!;

I

J

G~

Q~

SYNC PULSE
INPUT

BLANKING PULSE
OUTPUT

n

~'E ~
~l

...L

AMPLITUDE

f

~
.J...

NOTE:
1. Condition for Pin 12: LOW voltage level = 50Hz; HIGH voltage level = 60Hz,

November 14, 1986

+vcc

12·4

12
(I)

11

~T
~

":'

COIL

10

9

":"

13

I
*

~

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Vertical Deflection

TDA2653A

PIN NO.
1, 13
2

3

4

5

6

7
8
9

10
11
12

DESCRIPTION
Oscillator
The oscillator frequency is determined by a potentiometer at Pin 1 and a capacitor at Pin 13.
Sync input/blanking output
Combination of sync input and blanking output. The oscillator has to be synchronized by a positive·going pulse between
1V and 12V. The integrated frequency detector delivers a switching level at Pin 12.
The blanking pulse amplitude is 20V with a load of 1mA.
Sawtooth generator output
The sawtooth signal is fed via a buffer stage to Pin 3. It delivers the signal which is used for linearity control, and
drive of the preamplifier. The sawtooth is applied via a shaping network to Pin 11 (linearity) and via a resistor to Pin 4
(preamplifier).
Preamplifier input
The DC voltage is proportional to the output voltage (DC feedback). The AC voltage is proportional to the sum of the
buffered sawtooth voltage at Pin 3 and the voltage, with opposite polarity, at the feedback resistor (AC feedback).
Positive supply of output stage
This supply is obtained from the flyback generator. An electrolytic capacitor between Pins 7 and 5, and a diode
between Pins 5 and 9 have to be connected for proper operation of the flyback generator.
Output of class·S power stage
The vertical deflection coil is connected to this pin, via a series connection of a coupling capacitor and a feedback
resistor, to ground.
Flyback generator output
An electrolytic capacitor has to be connected between Pins 7 and 5 to complete the flyback generator.
Negative supply (ground)
Negative supply of output stage and small signal part.
Positive supply
The supply voltage at this pin is used to supply the flyback generator, voltage stabilizer, blanking pulse generator and
buffer stage.
Reference voltage of preamplifier
External adjustment and decoupling of reference voltage of the preamplifier.
Sawtooth capacitor
This sawtooth capacitor has been split to realize linearity control.
50Hz/60Hz switching level
This pin delivers a LOW voltage level for 50Hz and a HIGH voltage level for 60Hz. The amplitudes of the sawtooth
signals can be made equal for 50Hz and 60Hz with these levels.

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

NOTE:
OHA includes OMBH which is expected when heatsink
compound is used. 8JM B ~ 5°C/W.

Figure 1. Total Power Dissipation

RATING

UNIT

Vg=VCC

Supply voltage (Pin 9)

40

V

V5

Supply voltage output stage (Pin 5)

58

V

7
7
24
58
0
40

V
V
V
V
V
V

0
1
10
0
5
1.2
1.5
50
1
3
0

mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
A
A
mA
mA
mA
mA

Storage temperature range

-25 to + 150

·C

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to limiting
value

·C

Voltages
V3
V'3
V4; '0
Vs
-Vs
V7; "
Currents
I,
-I,
± 12
IP3
-13
17
-17
I"
-I"
1'2
-1'2
TSTG
TA

PARAMETER

Pin 3
Pin 13
Pins 4 and 10
Pin 6
Pins 7 and 11
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 7
Pin 11
Pin 12

NOTES:
1. Pins 5, 6 and 8: internally limited by the short·circuit protection circuit.
2. Total power dissipation: internally limited by the thermal protection circuit.

November 14, 1986

12-5

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA2653A

Vertical Deflection

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25·G, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Vg = Vcc

Supply voltage

Vs
Vs

Output voltage
at -Is= 1.1A
at Is = 1.1A

30

V7

Flyback generator output voltage at -Is = 1.1 A

± Is

Peak output current

1.2

A

± 17

Flyback generator peak current

1.2

A

9
V s-2.2

Vs-1.9
1.3

1.6

V
V
V

Vcc- 2.2

Feedback
-14, 10

Input quiescent current

0.1

p.A

Synchronization
V2

Sync input pulse

12

1

Tracking range

28

V

%

Oscillator/sawtooth generator
Vl

Oscillator frequency control input voltage

6

9

V

V3
Vll

Sawtooth generator output voltage

0
0

VCC-l
VCC-2

V
V

0
-2

4

mA
p.A
mA

-13

Sawtooth generator output current

+30

111

(ilt/f)/ ilTCASE

Oscillator temperature dependency
TCASE = 20 to 1OO·G

(ill/t)/ ilVs

Oscillator voltage dependency
Vs= 10 to 30V

104

·C

4 X 104

V-l

Blanking pulse generator
V2

Output voltage at Vs = 24V; 12 = 1mA

-12

Output current

R2

Output resistance

te

18.5

V

3

Blanking pulse duration at 50Hz sync

mA

410

n

1.4
± 0.07

ms

50Hz/60Hz switch capability
V12

Saturation voltage; LOW voltage level

1

V

112

Output leakage current

1

p.A

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Vertical Deflection

TDA2653A

TDA2853A
10

11

12

13

(I)

220k

47k

:f

410nF

lOOk
410k
FREQUENCY

f.~

47k

10

6.8

+
~1000"F

1N4148
(2.)

+
18k

"FI

580k
(4701<)

~

~100nF

3.3k
~

100nF

J

4.7k

1k

lOnF

+VcC1 =26V

5.6
18k

Jl.IL..
SYNC BLANKING

680
0.56

AMPL.

~

120

(I)

100

NOTES:
1. Condition for Pin 12: LOW voltage level = 50Hz; HIGH voltage level = 60Hz.
2. The values given in parentheses and the dotted components are valid for the PIL·S4 system.

Figure 2. Typical Vertical Deflection Circuit for 30AX System (26V)

November 14, 1966

12-7

+
~0A7"F

100nF

LIN.

47k

82k

Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

Vertical Deflection

TDA2653A

TIIA2863A
4

10

11

12

13

*

IOO_F

270k

470nF

lOOk
22k

FREQUENCY
47k

--

100
nF

lN4148

IIC668

(2x)

130k
lN4148

&.11M

(2x)

15k
10k

"::"

1

4.7k

lk

100

10nF

JlJl..

"::"

Uk
10k

E/W

DRIVE

100
AMP!.

sYNC BLANKING
8JI

470_F

8.8

+
+Vccz llll12V

+VCCl -28V
TC14230S

NOTES:
1. Condition for Pin 12: LOW voltage level"" 50HZ; HIGH voltage level - 60Hz.
2. VCC1 '" 26V, VCC2 = 12V in Quasi-bridge Connection.

Figure 3. Typical Vertical Deflection Circuit for 30AX System

Data Measured in Figures 2 and 3

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

30AX
SYSTEM
(26V)
(Figure 2)

30AX
SYSTEM
(26 Vl12V)
(Figure 3)

PIL-S4
SYSTEM
(Figure 2)

Vs,
VS2

System supply voltages

typ
typ

26

26
12

26V
-V

lSI
IS2
V6 _ 8

System supply currents

typ
typ

315

330
-35

195mA
-mA

Output voltage

typ

14

14.6

13.5V

V6-8

Output voltage (peak value)

typ

42

42

49V

16(P.P)

Deflection current (peak·to·peak value)

typ

2.2

2.2

1.32A

tFL

Flyback time

typ

1

0.9

l.lms

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

typ
max

4.1
4.8

4
4.8

3W
3.4W l

f

Oscillator frequency unsynchronized

typ

46.5

46.5

46.5Hz

NOTE:

1. Calculated with t.Vs = +5% and t.RYOKE =-7%.

November 14, 1986

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Signetics

TDA3651A/3653
Vertical Deflection
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3651A is a vertical deflection
output circuit for drive of various deflection systems with deflector currents up
to 2A peak-to-peak.

• Driver
• Output stage
• Thermal protection and output
stage protection

PIN CONFIGURATIONS
TDA3653
A Package
1 INPUT VOLTAGE

• Flyback generator
• Voltage stabilizer

3 INPUT VOLTAGE

APPLICATIONS

5 OUTPUT VOLTAGE

• Video terminals
• Television

6 FLYBACK GENERATOR
7 GUARD CIRCUIT

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
9-Pin Plastic SIP (SOT-131B)
9-Pin Plastic SIP (SOT-157B)
9-Pin Plastic SIP (SOT-nOB)

8 FLYBACK GENERATOR

TEMPERATURE RANGE

o to
o to
o to

9 SUPPLY VOLTAGE

ORDER CODE

+70·C

TDA3651A

+70·C

TDA3651AQ

+70·C

TDA3653A

TOP VIEW

TDA3651
A Package
1 INPUT VOLTAGE

3 INPUT VOLTAGE

5 OUTPUT VOLTAGE
6 FLYBACK GENERATOR
7 VOLTAGE STABIUZER
8 FLYBACK GENERATOR
9 SUPPLY VOLTAGE

~--..TOP VIEW

TDA3651
AQ Package
(SIL BENT)
1 INPUT VOLTAGE

3 INPUT VOLTAGE

5 OUTPUT VOLTAGE
6 FLYBACK GENERATOR
7 VOLTAGE STABIUZER
8 FLYBACK GENERATOR
9 SUPPLY VOLTAGE
TOP VIEW

rn =
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Product Specification

TDA3651 Aj3653

Vertical Deflection

BLOCK DIAGRAM TDA3651A/AQ

.------------![=::::;-:----r-~

v+

input

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Output Stage and Protection
Circuit
Pin 5 is the output pin. The supply for the
output stage is fed to Pin 6 and the output
stage ground is oonnected to Pin 4. The
output transistors of the Class-B output stage
can each deliver 1A maximum. The 'upper'
power transistor is protected against shortcircuit currents to ground, whereas during
flyback, the 'lower' power transistor is protected against too high voltages which may
occur during adjustments.
Moreover, the output transistors have been
given extra solidity by means of special measures in the internal circuit layout.
A thermal protection circuit is incorporated to
protect the IC against too high dissipation.

November 14, 1986

This circuit is 'active' at 175°C and then
reduces the deflection current to such a value
that the dissipation cannot increase.

Driver and Switching Circuit
Pin 1 is the input for the driver of the output
stage. The signal at Pin 1 is also applied to
Pin 3 which is the input of a switching circuit.
When the flyback starts, this switching circuit
rapidly turns off the lower output stage and so
limits the turn-off dissipation. It also allows a
quick start of the flyback generator. Pin 3 is
connected externally to Pin 1, in order to
allow for different applications in which Pin 3
is driven separate from Pin 1.

Flyback Generator
The capacitor at Pin 6 is charged to a
maximum voltage, which is equal to the
supply voltage Vee (Pin 9), during scan.

12-10

When the flyback starts and the voltage at
the output pin (Pin 5) exceeds the supply
voltage (Pin 9), the flyback generator is activated. The Vee is connected in series (via Pin
8) with the voltage across the capacitor.
The voltage at the supply pin (Pin 6) of the
output stage will then be maximum twice Vee.
Lower voltages can be chosen by changing
the value of the external resistor at Pin 8.

Voltage Stabilizer
The internal voltage stabilizer provides a
stabilized supply of 6V for drive of the output
stage, so the drive current of the output stage
is not affected by supply voltage variations.
The stabilized voltage is available at Pin 7.
A decoupling capaCitor of 2.2j.1F can be
connected to this pin.

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA3651A/3653

Vertical Deflection

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
RATING
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
3651

3653

55
50
55
Vee

60
40
60
Vee
5.6

V

0.75
1.5
-0.75
+0.85
-1.5
+ 1.6

0.75
1.5
-0.75
±0.85
-1.5
+1.6

A
At
A
A
A
At

-65 to + 150
-25 to +65
-25 to +150

-65 to + 150
-25 to +65
-25 to +150

·C
·C
·C

Voltage (Pins 4 and 2 externally connected to ground)
VS-4
V9-4 = Vee
VS_4
Vt -2; VS-2
V7_2

Output voltage (Pin 5)
Supply voltage (Pin 9)
Supply voltage output stage (Pin 6)
Input voltage (Pins 1 and 3)
External voltage (Pin 7)

V
V
V

Currents
±ISRM
±ISSM
185M
185M

Repetitive peak output current (Pin 5)
Non-repetitive peak output current (Pin 5)
Repetitive peak flyback generator
output current (Pin 8)
Non-repetitive peak flyback generator
output current (Pin 8)

Temperatures
TSTG
TA
TJ

Storage temperature range
Operating ambient temperature range
Operating junction temperature range

NOTE:
1. Non-repetitive duty factor maximum 3.3%.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25·C; Vee = 26V; Pins 4 and 2 externally connected to ground. unless otherwise specified.
3651
SYMBOL

3653

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Min

Typ

Max

Is(p_p)

Output current (peak-to-peak value)

1.2

1.5

1.2

1.5

A

-18

Flyback generator output current

0.7

0.85

0.7

0.85

A

18

Flyback generator output current

0.6

0.75

0.6

0.75

A

60

V

Output voltages
VS-4M

Peak voltage during flyback

-Vs-ssat

Saturation voltage to supply at
-Is = lA (3651); 0.6A (3653)

55
2.5

3.0

2.3

2.8

V

VS- 4sat

Saturation voltage to ground at
-Is = lA (3651); 0.6A (3653)

2.5

3.0

1.7

2.2

V

-VS-Ssat

Saturation voltage to supply at -Is = 0.75A

2.2

2.7

2.5

3.0

V

VS-4sat

Saturation voltage to ground at Is = 0.75A

2.2

2.7

2.0

2.5

V

40

V

60

V

Supply
V9 _ 2

Supply voltage

VS-4

Supply voltage output stage

Ig

14

10

10

55
10

9

Supply current (no load and no quiescent current)

12

20

38

Quiescent Current (see Figure 1)

25

Variation of quiescent current with temperature

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50

-0.04

12-11

25
52

40

6
-0.04

rnA

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Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

Vertical Deflection

TDA3651A/3653

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TA = 25·C; vcc = 26V; Pins 4 and 2 externally connected to ground.
unless otherwise specified.
3651

SYMBOL

3653
UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Min

Typ

Max

Flyback generator

= 1.1A (3651); 0.85A (3653)
= 1A (3651); 0.75A (3653)
la = 0.85A (3651); 0.7A (3653)
Ie = 0.75A (3651); 0.6A (3653)

V9-8sat

Saturation voltage at -Ia

1.6

2.1

1.6

2.1

V

Va-9sat

Saturation voltage at la

2.5

3.0

2.3

2.8

V

V9-asat

Saturation voltage at

1.4

1.9

1.4

1.9

V

Va-9sat

Saturation voltage at

2.3

2.8

2.2

2.7

V

5

100

V5-9

Flyback generator active if

-Ie

Leakage current

11

Input current for ± 15 = 1A (3651); 1.5A (3653)

Vl_2
13

4

4

V

vA
vA

250

100

175

2.30

380

Input voltage during scan

0.9

1.9

3.2

V

Input current during scan

0.01

2.5

.01

.52

mA

V3-2

Input voltage during scan

0.9

Vce

0.9

Vee

V

V3-2

Input voltage during flyback

0

200

250

mV

V7-2

Voltage at Pin 7

5.6

V

17

Load current of Pin 7

V7-2

Unloaded voltage at Pin 7 during flyback

TJ

Junction temperature of switching on the thermal
protection

OJMB

Thermal resistance from junction to mounting base

5.5

6.1

1300

2.7

6.6

4.4

5.0

15

V

15
158

V

175

192

3

4

·C
10

12

·C/W

see
Figure
3

Po

Power dissipation

Go

Open-loop gain at 1kHz; RL = 1kn

36

42

dB

fR

Frequency response (- 3dB); R = 1kn

60

40

kHz

NOTE:

1. The maximum supply voltage should be chosen such that during flyback the voltage at Pin 5 does not exceed 55V.

November 14. 1986

12-12

Product Specification

Signetlcs Linear Products

Vertical Deflection

TDA3651Aj3653

75
INFINITE HEATSINK

MAX

...s_.

20•

•

50

TVP

MIN

25

0
0

25

Vee

Figure 1. Quiescent Current 14 as a
Function of Supply Voltage Vee

Figure 2. Power Derating Curves

APPLICATION INFORMATION The following application data are measured in a
typical application as shown in Figures 3 and 4.
Deflection current (including 6% overscan)
peak-to-peak value

Is(p_p) typo 0.87A

Supply voltage

V9_4 typo 26V

Total supply current

ITOT typo 148mA

Peak output voltage during flyback

VS-4M

< 50V

Saturation voltage to supply

typo 2.0V
Vs _ Ssat < 2.5V

Saturation voltage to ground

typo 2.0V
Vs _ 4sat < 2.5V
typo 0.95ms
til < 1.2ms

Flyback time
Total power dissipation in IC

PTOT typo 2.5W

Operating ambient temperature

TA

< 65°C

II

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA3651A/3653

Vertical Deflection

TDA3651A

1

.,J".2

3

390 pF

l6

5

J.4

-=

+

BAX12A(

6.aK
1100nF

ve rtical drive
(from p in 1 TDA2578A)

VERTICAL
DEFLECTION
COILS
AT1236/20

D

10 K

I

:::

+

+
4.7 !'F

8.2 K
100

lK

-=

I

12 K

~.8nF

II----

+

220!,F

vertical
feedback
(pin 2
TDA2578A)

=

4.7

+
(pin 3
TDA2578A)

1500!,F
(16V)

1.2

amplitude

NOTE:
Deflection coils AT1236/20: L'" 29mH, R"" 13.6!l; deflection current without overscan is 0.82 Ap.p and EHT voltage is 25kV.

Figure 3. Typical Application Circuit Diagram of the TDA3651A (Vertical Output),
When Used In Combination With the TDA2578A (See Figure 5)

November 14, 1986

12·14

9

8

n.c.17

+26V

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Vertical Deflection

+ 12V

TDA3651Aj3653

horizontal
flyback
{\
horizontal
drive
...J L
>0.2mA
<4.0mA

sandcastle pulse

.r..

mute

A"'""L
v+

~ *1: Ll

>4mA

r--

2.2
nF

1K
r-

~

4.7 K

6.8
K

$+0
I'F
10

36K

...-11

12

13

220

1:0

J+I'F

.>oF+:
14

15

17

16

r::
-

r:

4

F

TDA2578A

9~

7

8

4.7 K

6

4

51

~

820
4.71'F
+
56K

J:

+

I
-=

22

JI'F

+

100
K
150
PF
J

1

JI'F

1

~J

+

10

JI'F

680..!..
nF

~
220
K

0
r

foadj.
(horizontal)

-=

fo adj.
(vertical)

1

>--

1
K

82

150
+ nF
10
/IF

2

3

vertical
feedback

vertical
drive

+ from pin 9

video

TDA3651A
Figure 4. Typical Application Circuit Diagram; for Combination of the TDA2578A With the TDA3651A (See Figure 3)

F
33 K

to pin

180 K

14
~
TOA2578A

+12V

47K

NOTES:
1kfl reSistor between Pin 18 and

+ 12V: without mute function.

220kn between Pin 18 and ground: with mute function.

Figure 5. Circuit Configuration at Pin 14
for Phase Adjustment

November 14, 1986

Figure 6. Circuit Configuration at Pin 18 for VCR Mode

12·15

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TDA3652

Signetics

Vertical Deflection
Product Specification

Linear Products

PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3652 is an integrated power
output circuit for vertical deflection in
systems with deflection currents up to
3Ap_po

• Driver
• Output stage and protection
circuits

U Package
1 INPUT

• Flyback generator
• Voltage stabilizer

GND
SWIlCHING
CIRCUIT
DUTsrAGE
GND

APPLICATIONS

5 OUTPUT

• Video monitors
• TV receivers

8 OUTsrAGE
VOLTAGE
srABIUZER
8 FLYBACK GENERATOR

ORDERING INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

9-Pin Plastic SI P (SOT-131 B)

DESCRIPTION

-25°C to +65°C

TDA3652U

9-Pin Plastic SIP Bent to DIP
(SOT-157B)

_25°C to + 65'C

TDA3652QU

Vee
lOP VIEW

BLOCK DIAGRAM
~------~--~---oV+

VOLTAGE

07-+-____--1

:T~~~~

TOA3652

SOURCE

TO
FEEDBACK

INPUT

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA3652

Vertical Deflection

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Output voltage (Pin 5)

55

V

V9_4 = Vee Supply voltage (Pin 9)

40

V

55

V

Voltages (Pins 4 and 2 externally connected to ground)

VS_4

VS_4
Vl _ 2

Supply voltage output stage (Pin 6)
Driver input voltage (Pin 1)

Vee

Vl

V3-2

Switching circuit input voltage (Pin 3)

5.6

V

± ISAM

Repetitive peak output current (Pin 5)

1.5

A

±ISSM

Non-repetitive peak output current (Pin 5)

3

A2

ISAM

Repetitive peak flyback generator output
current (Pin 8)

-1.5
+1.6

A
A

± ISSM

Non-repetitive peak flyback generator output
current (Pin 8)

3

A2

Currents

Temperatures

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +65

·C

TJ

Operating junction temperature range

-25 to +150

·C

NOTES:
1. The maximum inpu1 voltage should not exceed the supply voltage IYcc at Pin 9). In most
applications Pin 1 is connected to Pin 3; the maximum input voltage should then not exceed
5.6V.
2. Non-repetitive duty factor maximum 3.3%.

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12-17

Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products.

TDA3652

Vertical Deflection

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Vcc = 26V; TA = 25°C; Pins 4 and 2 externally connected to ground,
unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS

SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Supply

Vee

Supply voltage (Pin 9)

VS-4

Supply voltage output stage (Pin 6)

40

Vl

55

V1

9

12

mA

40

65

10

Icc

Supply current (no load and no quiescent current) (Pin 9)

14

Quiescent current (see Figure 1)

.:l14

Variation of quiescent current with temperature

25

-0.04

mA
mArC

Output current

Is(p_p)

Output current (Pin 5) (peak-to-peak value)

2.5

3.0

A

-18

Output current flyback generator (Pin 8)

1.35

1.6

A

18

Output current flyback generator (Pin 8)

1.25

1.5

A

Output voltage

VS-4M

Peak voltage during flyback

55

V

-VS-SSAT

Saturation voltage to supply at -15

2.5

3.0

V

VS- 4SAT

Saturation voltage to

2.5

3.0

V

-V5-65AT

Saturation voltage to

2.2

2.7

V

V5-4SAT

Saturation voltage to

2.2

2.7

V

= 1.5A
ground at 15 = 1.5A
supply at -15 = 1A
ground at 15 = 1A

Flyback generator

= 1.6A

VS -8SAT

Saturation voltage at -18

1.6

2.1

V

Va-sSAT

Saturation voltage at 18 = 1.5A

2.5

3.0

V

V9-aSAT

Saturation voltage at -Ia = 1.1 A

1.4

1.9

V

Va-ssAT

Saturation voltage at 18 = 1A

2.3

2.8

V

5

100

pA
pA

VS_9

Flyback generator active

-18

Leakage current at Pin 8

11 (P_P)

Input current for 15 = 4A at Pin 1 (peak-to-peak value)

190

240

400

Vl - 2

Input voltage during scan (Pin 1)

1.3

2.0

3.5

V

Is

Input current during scan (Pin 3)

0.Q1

2.5

mA

VS_2

Input voltage during scan (Pin 3)

0.9

5.6

V

VS_2

Input voltage during flyback (Pin 3)

0

0.2

V

V

4

General data

TJ

Junction temperature of switching on the thermal protection

OJMB

Thermal resistance from junction to mounting base

158

175

192

°c

4

°C/W

PTOT

Total power dissipation

Go

Open-loop gain at 1kHz

36

dB

fR

Frequency response (-3dB) at RL = 1kSl

50

kHz

see Figure 2

NOTE:
1. The maximum supply voltage should be chosen such that during flyback the voltage at Pin S does not exceed S5V.

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Product Specification

TDA3652

Vertical Deflection

80

60

V

~

,,/

TYP

./

V

20

V

V
-I--

20

25

MIN

IF
e..A - 8'CIWj

INFINITE
HEATSINK

I

V

t-I

1'-.

t-f?;!! fA'fS N~
o

o

20

40

80

Y+(V)

Figure 1. Quiescent Current (14 as a
Function of Supply Voltage (Vee)

APPLICATION INFORMATION
The function is described beside the corresponding pin number.
1 Driver - This is the input for the driver of
the output stage.
2 Negative Supply (Ground)
3 Switching Circuit - This pin is normally
connected externally to Pin 1. It is also
possible to use this pin to drive the switching
circuit for different applications. This switching circuit rapidly turns off the lower output
stage at the end of scan and also allows for a
quick start of the flyback generator.
4 Output Stage Ground
5, 6 Output Stage and Protection Circuits
- Pin 5 is the output pin and Pin 6 is the

o

o

50

....1"-.

1 TI

.,

100

,
150

65
TA eC)

Figure 2. Power Derating Curve
output stage supply pin. The output stage is a
class-S type with each transistor capable of
delivering 1.5A maximum. The "upper" output transistor is protected against short-circuit
currents to ground. The base of the "lower"
power transistor is connected to ground during flyback and so it is protected against too
high flyback pulses which may occur during
adjustments. In addition, the output transistors are protected by a special layout of the
internal circuit. The circuit is protected thermally against excessive dissipation by a circuit which operates at temperatures of 175°C
and upwards, causing the output current to
drop to a value such that the dissipation
cannot increase.
7 Voltage Stabilizer - The internal voltage
stabilizer provides a stabilized supply voltage

of 6V for drive of the output stage, so the
drive current is not influenced by the various
voltages of different applications.
8, 9 Flyback Generator - Pin 8 is the
output pin of the flyback generator. Depending on the value of the external resistor at Pin
8, the capacitor at Pin 6 will be charged to a
fixed level during the scan period. The maximum height of the level is equal to the supply
voltage at Pin 9 (Vecl. When the flyback
starts and the flyback pulse at Pin 5 exceeds
the supply voltage, the flyback generator is
activated and then the supply voltage is
connected in series (via Pin 8) with the
voltage across the capacitor. The voltage at
the supply pin (Pin 6) of the output stage will
then be not more than twice the supply
voltage.

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TDA3654

Signetics

Vertical Deflection Output
Circuit
Product Specification
Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The TDA3654 is a full-performance vertical deflection output circuit in a 9-lead,
single in-line encapsulation. The circuit
is intended for direct drive of the deflection coils and it can be used for a wide
range of 90° and 110° deflection systems.

• Direct drive to the deflection
coils
• 90° and 110° deflection system
• Internal blanking guard circuit
• Internal voltage stabilizer

PIN CONFIGURATION

The TDA3654 is provided with a guard
circuit which blanks the picture tube
screen in case of absence of the deflection current.

• Video monitors
• TV receivers

U Package
INPUT 1

SWITCHING
CIRCUIT
OUTPUT 4
STAGEGND

APPLICATIONS

O~J:~~~~~
STXg:r~g~

GE~~~~~g~

6
7
8

ORDERING INFORMATION
TQPVIEW

DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

9-Pin Plastic SIP (SOT-131B)

-25·C to + 60°C

TDA3654U

9·Pin Plastic SIP (SOT-157)

-25·C to +60·C

TDA3654AU

BLOCK DIAGRAM
r.-----------------------------~~----~---+vcc

+

TDA3654

THERMAL
AND
SOAR

TO

OUTPUT
STAGE

t---;f±--- FEEDBACK

PROTECTiON
INPUT

--t--'-t-.....

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Product Specification

TDA3654

Vertical Deflection Output Circuit

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Voltages

External voltage at Pin 7

5.6

V
V
V
V
V
V

± 15RM

Repetitive peak output current

1.5

A

±15SM

Non-repetitive peak output current'

3

A

ISRM

Repetitive peak output current of
flyback generator

+1.5
-1.6

A
A

±ISSM

Non-repetitive peak output current of
flyback generator'

3

A

V5- 4

Output voltage

60

VS-4
VS-4
V'_2

Supply voltage

40

V3- 2
V7_2

Supply voltage output stage

60

Input voltage

V9- 4

Input voltage switching circuit

VS-4

Currents

Temperatures

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range
(see Figure 2)

-25 to +60

·C

TJ

Operating junction temperature range

-25 to + 150

·C

OJMB

Thermal resistance

4

·C/W

NOTE:
1. Pins 2 and 4 are externally connected to ground.

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Vertical Deflection Output Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

TDA3654

= 25°C,

TA

supply voltage (V9_4)

= 26V,

unless otherwise stated.

LIMITS
UNIT

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Min

Typ

Max

Supply
V9-4

Supply voltage, Pin g2

VS-4

Supply voltage output stage

Is+19

Supply current, Pins 6 and g3

35

14

Quiescent current4

25

TC

Variation of quiescent current with temperature

10

40

V

60

V

55

65

rnA

40

65

rnA
mA/oC

-0.04

Output current
15(p.p)
+ Is(p_p)
-Is(p_p)

Output current, Pin 5 (peak-to-peak)

2.5

3

A

Output current flyback generator, Pin B

1.25
1.35

1.5
1.6

A
A

60

V

Output voltage
V 5_ 4

Peak voltage during flyback

V6 V5V6 V5-

5(SAT)
6 (SAT)
5(SAT)
6 (SAT)

Saturation voltage to supply
at 15 = -1.5A
at 15 = 1.5A5
at 15 = -1.2A
at 15 = 1.2A5

2.5
2.5
2.2
2.3

3.2
3.2
2.7
2.8

V
V
V
V

V5-4(SAT)
V5-4(SAT)

Saturation voltage to ground
at 15 = 1.2A
at 15 = 1.5A

2.2
2.5

2.7
3.2

V
V

1.6
2.3
1.4
2.2

2.1
3
1.9
2.7

V
V
V
V

5

100

jIA

Flyback generator
V9- S(SAT)
VS- 9(SAD
V9- S(SAT)
VS-9(SAT)

Saturation voltage
at Is = -1.6A
at Is = 1.5A5
at Is = -1.3A
at Is = 1.2A5

-Is

Leakage current at Pin 6

V5- 9

Flyback generator active IF

4

V

Input

= 1.5A

II

Input current, Pin 1, for 15

VI-2

Input voltage during scan, Pin 1

13

Input current, Pin 3, during scan 6

0.03

V3- 2
VI _ 2

Input voltage, Pin 3, during scan6

0.8

V9-4

V

Input voltage, Pin 1, during flyback

250

mV

V3 _ 2

Input voltage, Pin 3, during flyback

250

mV

V

0.33

0.55

2.35

3

rnA
V
rnA

Guard circuit
V7 _ 2

Output voltage, Pin 7, RL

4.1

4.5

5.5

V7- 2

Output voltage, Pin 7, at IL

3.4

3.9

5.1

V

RI7

Internal series resistance of Pin 7

0.95

1.35

1.7

kn

VS-2

Guard circuit activates 7

1.0

V

192

°C

= 100kn9
= 0.5mA9

General data
TJ

February 12, 1967

Thermal protection activation range

158

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

TDA3654

Vertical Deflection Output Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25·C, supply voltage

(V9 _ 4)

= 26V,

unless otherwise

stated.

I

LIMITS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

I

Max

3.5

I

4

UNIT

Thermal resistance
IiJMB

From junction to mounting base

PTOT

Power dissipation

Go

Open-loop gain at 1kHz6

33

fR

Frequency response, _3dB 1O

60

·C/W

see Figure 2

I
I

dB
kHz

NOTES:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Non-repetitive duty factor 3.3%.
The maximum supply voltage should be chosen so that during flyback the voltage at Pin 5 does not exceed 60V.
When VS_4 is 13V and no load at Pin 5.
See Figure 3.
Duty cycle, d = 5% or d = 0.05.

6. When Pin 3 is driven separately from Pin 1.
7. During normal operation the voltage VS- 2 may not be lower than 1.5V.

a.

RL = an; IL = 125mARMS

9. If guard circuit is active.

10. With a 22pF capacitor between Pins 1 and 5.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Output Stage and Protection
Circuits
The output stage consists of two Darlington
configurations in class B arrangement. Each
output transistor can deliver 1.5A maximum
and the VCEO is 60V. Protection of the output
stage is such that the operation of the transistors remains well within the SOA area in all
circumstances at the output pin (Pin 5). This
is obtained by the cooperation of the thermal
protection circuit, the current-voltage detector, and the short-circuit protection. Special
measures in the internal circuit layout give the
output transistors extra solidity; this is illustrated in Figure 4, where typical SOA curves
of the lower output transistors are given. The
same curves also apply for the upper output
device. The supply for the output stage is fed
to Pin 6 and the output stage ground is
connected to Pin 4.

February 12, 1987

Driver and Switching Circuit
Pin 1 is the input for the driver of the output
stage. The signal at Pin 1 is also applied to
Pin 3 which is the input of a switching circuit
(Pins 1 and 3 are externally connected). This
switching circuit rapidly turns off the lower
output stage when the flyback starts, and
therefore, allows a quick start of the flyback
generator. The maximum required input signal
for the maximum output current peak-to-peak
value of 3A is only 3V; the sum of the currents
in Pins 1 and 3 is then maximum 1rnA.

Flyback Generator
During scan, the capacitor between Pins 6
and 8 is charged to a level which is dependent on the value of the resistor at Pin 8 (see
Block Diagram). When the flyback starts and
the voltage at the output pin (Pin 5) exceeds
the supply voltage, the flyback generator is
activated.
The supply voltage is then connected in
series, via Pin 8, with the voltage across the

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capacitor during the flyback period. This implies that during scan the supply voltage can
be reduced to the required scan voltage plus
saturation voltage of the output transistors.
The amplitude of the flyback voltage can be
chosen by changing the value of the external
resistor at Pin 8. It should be noted that the
application is chosen such that the lowest
voltage at Pin 8 is > 1.5V during normal
operation.

Guard Circuit
When there is no deflection current, for any
reason, the voltage at Pin 8 becomes less
than 1V and the guard circuit will produce a
DC voltage at Pin 7. This voltage can be used
to blank the picture tube so that the screen
will not burn in.

Voltage Stabilizer
The internal voltage stabilizer provides a
stabilized supply of 6V to drive the output
stage, so the drive current is not affected by
supply voltage variations.

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Product Specification

TDA3654

Vertical Deflection Output Circuit

TDA3654

R11

R12

1.81<

560

VERTICAL DRIVE
(FROM PIN 1 TDA2578A)

+26V
R2
R10

620

+
R1

C1

R4

Figure 1. Application Diagram

80

20

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16

I

"" ..... 8°C/W
e
Ii--.
.. 8

NO HEATSINK I

o

..

r,

.§,

"""H-+-I-l
I llil

TVP
40

V

/

MI~

/

---

/

....... .....

....... :....-

....

-

....

20

,
....

\

o

150

o

10

40

50

Figure 3. Quiescent Current as a Function
of the Supply Voltage

Figure 2. Power Derating Curve

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60

\

HEATSINK I
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INFINITE HEATSINK

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

TDA3654

Vertical Deflection Output Circuit

10

PEAK
CURVE

t.

1

DC

2

10ms

3

10ms
1m.
1m.
1m.
1m.
O.2ms
O.2ms

4

5
6
7
8
9

0

0.5
0.25
0.5
0.25

0.05
0.05
0.1
0.1

JUNCTION
TEMPERATURE
ICSM

150'C
lS0"C

t-

1234587-

~~

150'C
150'C
150"C

-

180'C

89

&

ICRM

150"C

" 0.5

150"C

180'C

0.1

1

10

VeE

100

= V5_4 (V)

Figure 4. Typical SOA of Lower Output Transistor

•
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Signetics

Section 13
Videotex/Teletext

Linear Products

INDEX
AN153
AN154
SAA5025
SAA5030
SAA5040
SAA5045
SAA5050/55
SAA5230
SAA5350
AN152

The 5-Chip Set Teletext Decoder ..................................... ......
Teletext Decoders: Keeping Up With the Latest Technology
Advances. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .
Teletext Timing Chain for 525-Line System ...............................
Teletext Video Input Processor ..............................................
Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit....................................
Gearing and Address Logic Array for USA Teletext (GALA) .........
Teletext Character Generator .................................................
Teletext Video Processor......................................................
Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System) ...................
SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controller. ..................................

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13-8
13-14
13-25
13-32
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13-48
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AN153
The 5-Chip Set Teletext
Decoder
Application Note

Linear Products

Author: D. S. Hobbs

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The current 525·line (modified U.K.) Teletext
system differs in a few respects from the 625·
line system for which the U.K. chip set was
designed. These are:
(a) Data Rate 5.727272Mb/s.
(b) Data bytes per data line 32.
(c) Gearing bit system for routing data to
RAM.
(d) Approximately 200 display lines available
for text with normal raster geometry.
These are catered for in the decoder de·
scribed below so that the 625·line chip set is
presented with signals which it can interpret
correctly and provide a suitable display for
general use.

Data Rate (a) and (b)
(a) To accomodate the lower data rate the
clock coil and tuning capacitor in the
SAA5020 video input processor circuit
are redesigned.
(b) The write enable (WOK) signal from TAC
(SAA5040) to the RAM is limited to 32
data bytes in GALA.

Gearing Bit System (c)
This is accomodated in the Gearing and
Address Logic chip (GALA). Since 40 charac·
ters per row are displayed, whereas only 32
are transmitted per data line, a routing system
is used to position character data in RAM as it
is received.
The left hand part of the display is built up by
32 byte rows of data positioned in RAM by
transmitted ROW addresses. The right hand
side of the display is 'filled·in' by 4 sequential
groups of 8 characters sent as one data line
but stored in RAM as the last 6 bytes of 4
sequential rows. A gearing bit in the magazine
number/row address group (see Table 1) is
set to '1' if fill·in information is being transmit·
ted and to '0' if left hand rows are sent. The
ROW address of the data line containing the
gearing bit set to '1' determines the starting
ROW number for the fill·in operation. For
ROW zero start, a ROW address for ROW

February 1967

number 1 is employed since ROW zero can
only be used for header information. The
presence of the gearing bit set = 1 together
with ROW address number 1 is detected in
GALA.
From Table 1 it will be seen that the gearing
bit occupies the position occupied by the
most significant bit of the magazine number in
the 625 system. In order to allow the Teletext
Acquisition Chip (TAC, SAA5040B) to acquire
data from such lines the gearing bit is de·
tected by GALA and converted always to
zero. This preserves the magazine number as
that set by the two least significant bits. The
number of magazines available using the
present decoder is 4. (Subsequent develop·
ment of new chip sets will allow expansion of
these by using header coding at present
designated as time coded page information
and detected as such by the 625·line TAG).

Display Compression (d)
In order to allow the display of 40 characters
per row and 24 rows on a 525·line raster, a
compression technique has been developed
which only requires 192 active TV line pairs
(interlaced). The character shape is essential·
Iy unchanged from the 625·line set but the
row timing is now only every 6 TV lines
instead of every 10. This is achieved using a
special 525·line standard timing chip
(SAA5025D), to drive the same TROM
(SAA5050) as is used in the 625·line decoder.

DECODER BLOCK SCHEMATIC
Figure 1 shows the basic decoder elements in
block form, made up of dedicated chips
SAA5025D,SAA5030,SAA5040B, SAA5045
(GALA) and SAA5050 together with RAM.
These are divided into functional areas to
simplify the decoder description. Only the
most important interconnections are shown in
order to reduce complexity.
Inputs to the system are the video input to the
Video Input Processor (VIP) and remote con·
trol signals (see Appendix' A'), to (TAG) and
(TROM).

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Outputs consist of R, G and B, blanking, Y
and superimpose control. These allow flexible
interfacing with the TV set video drive system
(see Appendix B).

Video Input Processor
(SAA5030)
This chip (VIP) performs mainly analog func·
tions concerned with extracting the data sig·
nal from the TV set video and presenting it in
a suitable form to the Teletext Acquisition
Chip (TAC, SAA5040B).
VIP also provides a phase·locked crystal
oscillator at 364M Hz horizontal line rate, i.e.,
6.041957MHz. This frequency is divided
down in the Timing Chip (TIC, SAA5025D) to
produce all the line· and field·related timing
waveform locked to the input video sync
pulses. As ancillary to this function, VIP
includes a sync separator to provide field rate
sync to TIC.
Data is sliced in VIP by an adaptive slicer
referenced to peak detectors. This is followed
by Data Clock regeneration in a DC circuit. A
data latch driven internally supplies latched
data, correctly phased with the Data Clock, to
TAC.

Gearing and Address Logic
Array (GALA) SAA5045
Due to the system differences between 525·
and 625·line Teletext, the data from VIP must
be modified before it is presented to the
Teletext Acquisition Chip (TAC, SAA5040B).
The presence of a gearing bit set to '1' or '0'
is detected in GALA and the data is delayed
for one byte period in a shift register. This
allows the inversion of the gearing bit, if
required, to avoid confusion in the decoding
of the magazine number (see paragraph on
Gearing Bit System).
GALA includes a bistable which is set or not
set, according to the state of the gearing bit.
This is held for the duration of each data line
and reset before the next. Also included in
GALA are RAM address and read/write con·
trol functions.

Signetlcs Linear Products

Application Note

The 5-Chip Set Teletext Decoder

AN153

Table 1. Data Line Coding for 525-Line Teletext (U.K. Modified) System Characteristics Current for
Operating Systems 1982
CLOCK RUN IN

ICLOCK

RUN IN I FRAMING CODE

MAGAZINE AND ROW ADDRESS

DATA

DATA

1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 11 0 1 0 1 0 1 011 1 1 00 1 0 0
P 20 P 21 P 22 P 20 P 21 P 22 P 23 P 24 Do D1 D2 D3 D4 Ds Ds D7 Do

~

~

C>

c:

DATA RATE S.727272Mb/s
(364 H - 8/5 COLOR SC)
DATA PERIOD - 174.6ns
H PERIOD - 63.551's
32 BYTES DATA/LINE
32/8 SYSTEM 24 ROWS 40 CHARACTERS

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(Operation Normal As For 625)

KEYPAD

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on

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ffi C> "0 C> " :g g :g g "0
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Operation Normal As For 625
Except Write RAM ENABLE (DATA)
Limited To 32 Bytes _ _

Conversion

Coding When
Gearing Bit - 1

REMOTECTL
RECEIVER

VIDEO lIP
2.8Vpp

DISPLAY
INTERFACE

TIMING
CONTROL

Figure 1. 5-Chip Decoder Block Schematic

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Application Note

The 5-Chip Set Teletext Decoder

Teletext Acquisition and Control
(TAC, SAA5040B)
Data from GALA is clocked into TAC, by the
data clock (5.727272MHz), where it is decoded byte-by-byte to provide character and
control data for the storage in RAM. Row
addresses are decoded after Hamming
checks and issued to the RAM address
system. A column address clock for writing
into RAM during data lines (WACK) is also
generated at byte (character) rate. Parity
checking is carried out to produce write
enable pulses (WOK) for each correctly received character to be written into RAM.
Header (row zero) information is also decoded and Hamming checked in TAC so that
only the data relating to the page called up by
the remote-control system (Key Pad input of
required page number) is written into RAM.
Clearing functions are also controlled by
Header and Remote Control input data, to
clear the RAM.
Selected page number information is written
into RAM by T AC during an unused TV line
between the end of data entry (DEW) and the
start of the text display period. When doubleheight characters are requested (via remote
control), TAC issues commands to the timing
chain (TIC) and display device (TRaM). Similarly, the system controls for TEXT or TV or
MIXED (Text + TV), are issued by TAC as
picture ON (PO) and display enable (DE) to
VIP and TRaM.

Timing Chain (TIC, SAA5025D)
The timing of line and field rate functions
together with display dot clock are derived
from the VIP crystal oscillator (6.041957MHz)
signal fed to TIC. This signal is counted down
to line rate ('7384) and field rate, phaselocked to the incoming TV syncs. A composite sync waveform (AHS) is also generated
which free-runs (under crystal control) to
allow display of text to continue after the TV
signal has ended. This is known as 'afterhours sync'.
Row addresses for the display period are
generated in TIC (Ao through A4) together
with a column count (character rate) clock
(RACK). The row addresses are stepped from
zero to twenty-three at one-eighth of TV line
rate, giving 24 rows at 8 lines/row in each
field (60 fields/sec). This address information
for reading RAM is multiplexed with the writing address information under control of a
field rate signal generated by TIC, called
DEWar data entry window. This is timed to
occur on TV lines 10 through 19, inclusive,
which are the lines in the vertical interval
during which data is accepted. The DEW
Signal controls data entry in TAC, and also
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Signals fed back from TIC to VIP are used to
reset the data slicer system and to enable
rapid phase-locking of the crystal oscillator. A
buffered dot rate clock at crystal frequency is
issued by TIC to drive the display generators
in TRaM. The display area on the TV raster is
controlled by the LOSE (load output shift
register enable) signal from TIC which occurs
on all active text lines.
When double-height characters are called up
by control signals from TAC, originated at the
Key Pad, the row addresses are stepped at
half-rate and the top or bottom of the display
is selected by the T I B signal. This resets the
row address counter in TIC to start at row
zero, or twelve of the text display.

Address Logic (GALA)
The address logic in GALA contains column
address counters for the character rate address generation, a multiplexer for address
combining, and an address latch/step function for the gearing system. Since the teletext
address structure for transmission and display contains five row address bits and six
column address bits, these must be reduced
to a total of ten bits to suit conventional RAM
structures. This is achieved in GALA by
multiplexing the row and column addresses.
During the input of data lines, containing a
gearing bit set to '1', a multiplexer causes the
row address to be indexed every 8 bytes. The
multiplexer is transparent to addresses during
data lines containing a gearing bit set to zero.
The row addresses from TAC go to the GALA
and are multiplexed with the display row
addresses under control of DEW, by tristates
in TIC and TAC.

Random Access Memory (RAM)
Character data from TAC is stored in a page
display memory with a capacity of 1024 8-bit
bytes. Of these, only 960 bytes of 7-bit length
are actually used. Data is written in during
acquisition from TAC and read out during
display to TRaM, under control of write
enable and chip select signals, generated
from the WOK and DE signals from TAC via
GALA. A common input/output bus structure
is used in the devices employed in this
decoder. Conflict of signal direction is avoided in the WOK/DE gating arrangement in
GALA.

Display Compression (50250)
The drive signals from TIC (5025D) to TRaM
during the display period are organized so
that suitably-shaped characters are generated by TRaM on an 8 TV line pair per row
basis. Since TRaM is primarily intended for
10 line pairs per row operation, it is necessary
to provide effectively 10 drive pulses per row
per field, although output dot data is only
required on eight of these in each field. The
compression logic in TIC (5025D) inserts
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sync interval to keep the internal counters in
TRaM in the correct sequence. A further
operation included is the blanking of the
display during the same period to avoid spurious 'dots' on the TV tube. Character rounding
normally employed in the TRaM character
generator is also controlled to obtain the
best-shaped 'compressed' characters.

Teletext Read Only Memory
(TROM, SAA5050)
This device contains the read only memory
and character generating system which produces the text display (and graphics) characters. It is controlled by direct input remotecontrol signals (Key Pad-originated), and by
transmitted controls via TAC. Timing of the
display system is controlled by signals from
TIC, and the actual display data is read in
from the page memory RAM.
Output signals for R, G, B, Y, Blanking and
superimpose are available by open-collector
transistor output buffers. These are interfaced
to the regular TV video drive system via 75n
emitter-followers in this decoder. However, it
is simple to obtain outputs at different impedance levels by the emitter-follower input!
output components or by substituting TIL
buffers with input pull-up resistors. Interfacing
will differ for different setmakers, but the 75n
1Vp_p system is flexible in allowing long
connections between the decoder and the
video circuits of the TV.

FUNCTIONAL LOGIC
INTERCONNECTION SCHEMATIC
The complete decoder is built on a doublesided PCB with Molex 0.1" pitch plug connectors. Supplies required are 150mA at 12V and
250mA at 5V ± 5%. The supply rails are
decoupled by distributed discrete 100nF capacitors not shown on the circuit diagram.
PCB layout is only critical in the analog area
surrounding VIP where connections must be
kept short and ground paths sensibly routed.
Good video frequency practice is followed in
this area to ensure minimum radiation of
interference and suppression of local oscillatory effects.

VIP Circuit
IC4, the SAA5030 device, has a number of
discrete resistors and capacitors connected
to it to define operating levels and frequencies. Tuning capacitors C17, C18, C15, C12,
and C13 should all be of high-grade RF tuning
types. The crystal XT1 is of similar grade to a
color sub-carrier crystal in that it needs good
setting stability with the possibility of being
'pulled' by about ± 750Hz for phase-locked
operation.
The center frequency is 6.041957MHz when
series-connected with a load capacitance of
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rejector circuit to avoid oscillation outside the
correct frequency range of the crystal.
Inductor Ll and capacitor C15 form the data
clock recovery-tuned circuit. A coil Q-factor of
greater than 50 is essential for good clock
recovery. A component with an unloaded Q of
90 is commonly employed. The clock coil is
tuned on test by applying a video signal at Pin
3 of PL3 containing data lines with pseudorandom data at 5.727272MHz preferably
throughout the normal display period for ease
of observation on an oscilloscope. This
should be connected to Pin 18 of VIP.
The coil is adjusted for minimum jitter of the
clock falling edge, which should occur approximately at the center of the 'eye' pattern
formed by syncing the source data on another trace of the oscilloscope. For best results,
it is preferable to trigger the oscilloscope from
the data clock of the generator used to form
the test data.
Phase-Locking Adjustments For Sync
The series-tuning capacitor, C19, is used to
adjust the center frequency of the crystal
oscillator which determines horizontal (line)
frequency phase-lock, whereas R10 is adjusted for field sync lock.
The crystal circuit is adjusted first while observing an input video signal at Pin 3 of PL3,
together with a line frequency signal such as
that on VIP Pin 5 (,sandcastle waveform').
Connecting Pin 1 of VIP directly to the 12V
rail allows the oscillator to free-run, and
shunting the filter capacitor C1 with a 5.6MQ
resistor gives a preferred initial offset. C19 is
then adjusted to obtain a stationary relationship between the two signals. The test connections on Pin 1 of VIP and C1 should be
removed when the two waveforms are to
remain solidly locked in phase.
Field sync adjustment can then be carried out
by adjusting RlO while observing the output of
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sync of the incoming video. When correctly
adjusted, the rising edge of (FS) should be
half-way along the second broad pulse of the
field sync pattern of the input video. This
adjustment is important to ensure the correct
selection of data lines in the vertical interval
by the DEW signal. Field lock in the wrong
position may cause the loss of one or more
data lines.
The adjustments of the decoder are now
complete; all subsequent areas of operation
are controlled by digital systems.
Input and Output Requirements of VIP
The video input from the TV should be
2.8Vp_p at Pin 3 of PL3 and its DC level notp_p
greater than 7V. If higher, the electrolytic
capaCitor C5 (1 j.tF) may be reverse-biased
and cause maloperation of the DC restoration
circuit in VIP.
Sync Output Signals
The TV set may be synchronized via VI P if a
synchronized display Is required from AHS
when the TV signal disappears. This is obtained from Pin 2 of PL3. The polarity can be
set by connecting resistor R1 (1.5kQ) via link
(LPI) to + 12V or OV for negative- or positivegoing syncs, respectively.

TAC (SAA5040B)
Data from GALA is clocked into TAC Pin 2 by
the data clock at Pin 3, and also, from GALA.
When correct data is received write enable
pulses are issued from Pin 15 (WOK). This is
an indication that Hamming codes and parity
are correct. Data is output in parallel from
Pins 16 through 22 to RAM, while row address Ao through A4 are supplied by Pins
23 -27.
Internal Data Writing to RAM
Selected page numbers, called up by the
remote-control Key Pad input, are written into
the row zero position in RAM, together with
indications such as 'HOLD' and timed-page
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number 37 only. At this time the display
enable (DE) output Pin 9 is held low and WOK
pulses are emitted at Pin 15 in two groups of
8, corresponding to the first and last eight
character spaces in row zero. Since this
function occurs outside of the DEW period,
the column counters are driven by read address pulses (RACK) from TIC.

Character Generator, TROM
(SAA5050)
The character generator IC, (SAA5050) receives data from RAM during the display
period (TV lines 48 to 239, inclusive) and
internally decodes the data to generate characters or control functions. TROM receives
direct remote-control information on Pins 3
(DATA) and 11 (DLI M) which control such
functions as MIX (TV + text), and conceal/
reveal.
Control of display on/off (DE) and doubleheight are received from TAC on Pins 28 and
15, together with picture-on (PON), Pin 27.
TROM outputs control signals to TIC from Pin
16 when 'Transmitted Large Characters'
(TLC) are called up by transmitted data
codes.
The video output of TROM consists of R, G
and B signals at Pins 24, 23 and 22 (opencollector) and a Y signal, Pin 21 (opencollector). Blanking is obtained at Pin 25
(open-collector) to switch the TV video on
and off under control of signals decoded in
TROM.
Superimpose signals from Pin 2 are used to
modify the contrast setting of the TV video
when MIX mode is called up (by remotecontrol or News Flash). This output Pin must
be connected via a pull-up resistor of 1OkQ to
the + 5V rail, whether its output is used or not.
The R, G, B, Y and Blanking output buffers
will drive interface circuits directly, if required,
provided that the open-circuit output voltage
does not exceed 13.2V maximum.

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bidirectional lines: the Serial Data (SDA) line
and the Serial Clock (SCl) line.

ABSTRACT
The new generation teletext decoder, unlike
its predecessor introduced in 1976, is user
programmable under the control of a general
purpose microcomputer or microprocessor.
The new decoder is programmable to operate
in the Vertical Blanking Interval (VBI) or full
field teletext mode of operation. It can, simultaneously, acquire multi-pages resulting in a
much faster system response time.
The new teletext decoder is 12C bus controlled; therefore it is easy to integrate into
any digitally-controlled 12C bus system. The
modular nature of the 12 C bus architecture
allows the system designer to add to or
delete from his or her system various function
blocks. The teletext decoder can be treated
as one of these blocks.

INTRODUCTION
Integrated Circuit (I C) technology has
marched a long way since the advent of the
first generation teletext decoder in 1976.
Some improvements and new features can
now be economically incorporated in the
second generation decoder while keeping the
chip count even lower than its first generation
counterpart.
The new generation teletext decoder is microcomputer (or microprocessor) controlled.
It is user programmable and therefore more
flexible and friendlier to use. Today, virtually
every system is microprocessor controlled.
The microprocessor controls various special
purpose peripheral chips, each controlling
one or more functions of the overall system.
One of these peripheral chips can control the
television tuning function while another chip
can control the teletext acquisition and display function. The system can be designed in
a modular fashion so that modules performing different functions can be added to or
deleted from the system with minimal effort.
The Inter-IC (12C) bus has been designed to
achieve modularity. Bus interfacing problems
are eliminated by integrating all the necessary
bus handshake logic in the on-chip silicon.
The 12C bus is a serial bus consisting of two

THE NEW GENERATION
TELETEXT DECODER
The new generation teletext decoder consists
of a super data slicer (the Video Input Processer - VIP), the teletext controller chip, multipage memory, and a general purpose microcomputer (see Figure 1):
The microcomputer communicates with the
teletext controller via the 12C. The microcomputer can be either a master or a slave; the
teletext controller chip is a slave-only device.
The new teletext controller is an 12C peripheral and belongs to the large "CLIPS" family.
The new 12C teletext decoder can be integrated in a system where a single microcomputer
is used. The microcomputer is the only master and controls other system functions in
addition to the teletext decoder, simultaneously (see Figure 2). On the other hand,
since 12C bus concept allows modularity, a
multi-master system can be easily implemented (see Figure 3).
In the single master system, the system
designer should allow for possible future
software (and, consequently, memory) expansion. This is necessary to allow future system
expansion. In the multi-master case, only one
microcomputer is shown to receive and decode remote control commands. This microcomputer will then communicate the different
commands to other microcomputers via the
12C bus.
Microcomputers with built-in 12 C bus interface
are available today. The instruction set is
based on that of the industry standard 8048
microcomputer family.

The New Teletext Decoder
Acquisition Circuitry
The teletext decoder accepts as input a
composite video baseband signal. This Signal
is readily available in a TV set (to be discussed later). Digital data is inserted in the
Vertical Blanking Interval (VBI) or into, virtually, all available TV lines (full-field). The acquisition circuitry can be programmed to operate
in the VBI or in a full-field mode. Full-field
teletext is a useful feature contributing to a
very fast system response time but, obvious-

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Iy, does not permit any video information to
be transmitted.
Since high-speed teletext digital data (data
rate is 6.93MHz in Europe and only 5.72MHz
in North America due to bandwidth limitation)
is transmitted via broadcast information, a
high performance data slicer is essential to
have at the receiving end.
The video input processor should have good
data slicing capability in the presence of
echoes, nOise, and co-channel interference.
The device should provide compensation for
high-frequency losses and be able to regenerate the clock from the digital data. The
digital data can have different rates, as mentioned above. Other desirable features that
the video input processor might have include:
providing a mechanism by which it is easy to
lock to a VCR; having a minimal number of
external components/adjustments required;
being able to accept many levels of peak-topeak amplitudes of the composite video input; and last, but not least, consuming low
power.
Digital data and its associated clock (Figure
4) can now be presented by the video input
processor in a nice clean form to the teletext
controller chip.
The teletext controller is looking for the page
addressing information, imbedded in the page
header - row number 0 - to find a match
with the prespecified page number requested
by the user via the remote control keypad.
When a page address match is found, this
page is captured and stored in page memory.
In order to speed up the system response
time and to make it friendlier to use, the
acquisition circuitry is designed to capture
four teletext pages simultaneously. Four independent acquisition circuits co-exist on the
teletext controller and are able to capture four
pages simultaneously. The four acquired
pages can be specified, by the user program,
to be the requested page plus the next three
sequential pages or the requested page plus
the next three linked pages as specified by
the linking information received in ghost row
number 27.
The teletext controller can then support up to
8k bytes of memory. If ghost rows are to be
received and decoded for, 2k bytes of memory will be needed per teletext page.

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due to the simple fact that a one-to-one
correspondence exists between transmission
codes, acquisition memory, display memory,
and the actual display position on the screen.
Due to the fact that teletext information is
being constantly cycled through the system,
an error received during one cycle can be
automatically corrected during a subsequent
cycle.

The New Teletext Decoder
Display Circuitry

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Since four pages can be acquired and stored
in the acquisition memory simultaneously, but
only one page can be displayed at a time, a
display chapter register, residing on the teletext controller chip, is user programmable to
select which acquired page is to be displayed.
The display memory is, physically, the same
as the acquisition memory. Ghost rows are
not displayable and the display consists of 25
rows, (the 25th row contains locally generated status information), 40 characters each.
The character cell occupies a 12 X 10 dot
matrix, giving nicely shaped characters at
12MHz dot rate. The display could be interlaced or non-interlaced.
There are four control functions that can be
individually turned on or off under user software control. These are: TV picture, text,
background, and contrast reduction. Boxed
text information in a TV picture can be displayed by specifying the "'Start box"', "'End
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The teletext controller provides RGB outputs
as well as a blanking output and a contrast
reduction output. These outputs can be used
as they are or a video buffer stage can be
added (see Figure 4). This stage consists of
emitter followers and clamping diodes. The
diodes clamp the upper voltage values to a
potential suitable for the particular TV receiver's contrast control. The blanking output is a
combined box and dot blanking (full screen).
The contrast reduction output is used for
implementing more readable mixed (text over
video) displays or to implement subtitles in
reduced contrast boxes.
If a composite video display is desirable, a
single chip multi-standard color encoder is
available to produce PAL or NTSG compatible displays.

TELETEXT DECODER MODULE

Figure 3. Distributed Control Architecture
The new acquisition circuitry can be programmed to receive the normal 7-bit plus one
parity bit or B-bit byte data. This is useful
when a more sophisticated error correction
scheme (such as GRG) needs to be implemented. The 8-bit mode is also instrumental
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in implementing the •'telesoftware"' concept.
Through telesoftware, computer programs
can be down-loaded and acquired as teletext
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It is important to note that the new teletext
decoder provides a secure means to synchronize the incoming video with the resulting
textlvideo display. In addition, the decoder
generates a composite sync signal that is
suitable for driving the display time base.

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THE 12C BUS - GENERAL
CONCEPT
Many system applications do not require very
fast data transfer offered by the traditional
parallel schemes.
As shown in Figure 5, a typical microcomputer-controlled television receiver using a parallel bus type architecture implies a large
number of interconnects, devices with a large
number of pinouts and a bigger layout area.
Since many applications do not necessarily
need the speed offered by parallel bus type
architecture, an economical, easy to implement solution can be used. Figure 6 depicts
the television receiver block diagram designed around the 2-wire 12C serial bus.

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Many devices have been implemented with
on-chip 12C bus interface logic. These devices
communicate through the 2-wire serial bus.
The system designer will no longer worry
about the communication interface between
the different blocks in his or her system and
can now concentrate on the more important
issues: the function/system requirements.
Devices with built-in 12C bus interface can be
added to or deleted from the system by
simply "clipping" them to the common 2-wire
bus. The only limitation is the bus capacitance of 400pF. Hence a collection of these
devices is known as "CLIPS".
The 12C bus consists of 2 bidirectional lines,
the Serial Data (SDA) line and the Serial
Clock (SCl) line. Devices with built-in 12C bus
interface can be implemented in any technology, i.e., NMOS, CMOS, 12l, TTL, etc. These
devices are connected together (wired-AND)
to form an 12C bus-based system, provided
that they all exhibit an open collector output
at each of their respective SDA and SCl
lines.

Figure 5. Conventional Microcomputer Controlled TV Receiver Block Diagram

The 12C bus concept allows a flexible master /
slave relationship to exist. A device master
during the present bus cycle can be a device
slave during the following bus cycle.
An 12C bus cycle starts with a START condition (see Figures 7 and 8). A 7-bit device
(slave) address is then sent followed by a
single bit to determine the direction of the
data transfer. A ninth clock pulse is then
generated by the master device to allow the
addressed receiver to acknowledge reception
of this byte. Now any number of 8-bit data
transfers can take place with the receiver
acknowledging each byte after it has been
received. At the end of the data transfer, the
device master generates a STOP condition.
The 12C bus uses the wired-AND concept to
achieve clock synchronization and proper
arbitration between different device masters
in the system. If two device masters start
bidding for the bus simultaneously by generating the start condition, they will both be
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driving the SDA and the SCl lines. Clock
synchronization is easily achieved through
the wired-AND connection. The resulting
clock will have a LOW period determined by
the device master with the longest clock lOW
period. The HIGH period of the resulting clock
is determined by the device master with the
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Arbitration procedure in an 12C bus system is
also easy to implement. Keep in mind that all
devices are wire-AN Oed and that a master
device driving the SDA line will sample that
line during the same clock period. In Figure 9
master device 1 is driving the data line HIGH
but the resulting SDA line is lOW (due to
master device 2) and so transmitter 1 loses

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arbitration, after detecting that condition, and
prepares itself as a slave that could be
addressed during this very same cycle. Note
that no time is wasted for the arbitration
procedure since both address and data information is used to determine the winning bus
master.
It is very comforting to know that all of the
functions above have been implemented on
all of the "CLIPS" peripherals. This allows
system designers to implement modular architectures and build systems around the
various available function blocks. Each function block, in its simplest form, can be one of
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In Figure 10, the digital portion of the TV
chassis is depicted to be 12C controlled.
Some of the function blocks can be implemented with a single chip belonging to the
"CLIPS" peripheral set. For example, the
tuning function, as well as controlling the
various analog signals, is implemented using
one of the "CLIPS" peripherals. Non-volatile
serial memory devices (1 2C bus compatible)
as well as LCD display drivers are readily
available and can be, as explained earlier,
clipped to the 12C bus.

Teletext Decoder as a Set-Top
Adapter
Teletext service can be incorporated in existing TV receivers through the addition of a settop adapter. The set-top adapter concept is
familiar through the use of the CATV cable
converter boxes. The set-top adapter concept will otter the average consumer teletext
and cable TV service as well as a remote
control feature. This is true even though his or
her existing TV is, at present, not remotely
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Teletext decoders, in general, can be easily
integrated into TV receivers. In reality, TV
receivers can be considered a natural home
to house teletext decoders. The input to the
teletext decoder is composite video, baseband signal which is already available at the
output of the demodulator stage in a typical
TV receiver (see Figure 10). The output of the
teletext decoder consists of RGB signals,
blanking and contrast reduction/control signals. The signals are of open-collector type
and can be easily manipulated. A simple
video output circuit might be needed at the
output of the teletext decoder, the purpose of
which is to provide the butter/drive capability
and the appropriate voltage level control
suitable for the TV receiver under consideration. These signals can then be combined
with the existing RGB and contrast control
signals available at the output of the TV video
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Figure 11 depicts a set-top adapter block
diagram. The switch can be used to inhibit the
teletext feature, if necessary. On the other
hand when switching at high speed, this
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SUMMARY
The newly introduced teletext decoder is
discussed. The decoder is microcomputercontrolled so it is user-programmable. The
teletext controller chip belongs to the diversified number of 12C bus peripherals, known as
"CLIPS", and therefore can be easily integrated in an 12C bus controlled digital system.

The new decoder performs well under poor
signal conditions, it can work in either VBI or
lull-field mode, it offers an easy, effective way
to implement the "telesoftware" concept, it
can acquire mUlti-teletext pages simultaneously resulting in a fast system response
time and is capable of displaying interlaced or
non-interlaced type displays. In addition to all
of the above, the new teletext decoder is

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RECEIVER

Figure 11, Teletext Set-Top Adllpter
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Application Note

Teletext Decoders: Keeping Up
With the Latest Technology Advances
easy to integrate into a TV receiver or as a
set-top adapter.

REFERENCES
1.

AN154

2.

LSI Circuits for Teletext and Viewdata,
Mullard Technical Publication M8t-0001,
1981.

3.
4.

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"12C Bus Specification", Signetics Corporation, 1984.
Computer Controlled Teletext, User Manual, N.V. Philips, 1984.
Basic Television - Principles and Servicing, Grob, McGraw Hill, 4th Edition.

SAA5025

Signetics

Teletext Timing Chain for USA
525-Line System
Product SpeCification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA5025 is aMOS N-channel integrated circuit which performs the timing
functions for a Teletext system. It provides the necessary timing signals to
extract data from a memory and produce
a display according to the USA 525-line
television standard (system M).

• Designed to operate with USA
525-line television standard
(system M)
• For 24 row (8 TV lines per
row) x 40 character display
• Big character select input for
double-height characters
• Composite sync signal output for
display time-base synchronization

The SAA5025 may be used in conjunction with the SAA5030 (Teletext video
processor; VIP) the SAA5050 (Teletext
character generator; TROM), the
SAA5040B (Teletext acquisition control;
TAC) and the SAA5045 (Gearing and
Address Logic Array; GALA).

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

APPLICATIONS
•
•
•
•

Teletext
Telecaptlonlng
Videotex
Phase-locking with Incoming
video (when used with SAA5030)
• Composite sync generator
• Low cost display systems (when
used with SAA5050 series)

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FS
CRS
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PIN NO.

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-20'C to + 70'C

SAA5025DN

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117D)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

VDD
VI
VOHZ
VODD

RATING

UNIT

Supply voltage range

PARAMETER

-0.3 to +7.5

Input voltage range 1

-0.3 to +7.5

V
V
V
V

High-impedance state output voltage

-0.3 to +7.5

Open-drain output voltage

-0.3 to + 13.2

Electrostatic charge protection on all inputs and
outputs2. 3

1000

V

PTOT

Total power dissipation per package

275

mW

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

'C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

'C

NOTES:

1. See also characteristics on F6 input and Figure B.

2. Equivalent to discharging a 250pF capaCitor through a 1kU series resistor.
3. N.B.: the SAA5025 is not protected against TV tube flash-over.
4. All outputs are TTL compatible.

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SYMBOL

Vss
F6
TR6
F1
~
DE
FLR

6.0419MHz clock input
6.0419MHz clock output
1,Q07MHz clock output
Atter hours sync output
Display enable input
Fast line reset input
General line reset delay
output
General line reset output
General line reset starting
output
Phase-locked open-drain
output
Color burst blanking output
Field (picture) sync input
Character rounding select
output
Positive supply (+ 5V)
Load output shift register
enable output
Data entry window output
Display enable output
(negative-going)
Transmitted large characters
input
High impedance enable input
Big character select input
Top/bottom select input

GlJIl5

9
10

iID!
ill1m

11

i'[

12
13
14

ffi!i

15
16

Voo

17

DEW

FS
CRS

LOSE

18

DEN

19

rn:

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

DESCRIPTION

Ground

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

HIE

Bl:S
ilB
A,

A,
A,
A,

Ao

}

RACK

Memory row address outputs
(3'8101.)
Read address clock output

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-Line System

SAA5025

BLOCK DIAGRAM
TAe

F1

FS

FLR

F6

17
DEW
LOSE
CRS

CBa
DECODE
LOGIC

fiB

Pi:
Gum
GLR

GiJiS
iRS
DEN

HIE

TLC

BCS

RACK

DE

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

SAA5025

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-Line System

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C; F6 input frequency=6.041957MHz. unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS

Voo
(V)

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

4.5

5.0

Supply
Voo

Supply voltage

100

Supply current

5.5

V

5

5

50

mA

5.5
0
o to 5.5

0.2

10
10
10

pA
pA
pA

7

pF

6.5
5.5

V
V

Inputs
II
-II
±II

Input leakage currents
F6
FLR. TLC. FS. HIE. BCS. T/B. DE

CI

Input capacitance; all inputs

5

VIH
VIH

High level input voltages
F6 (see Figure 8)
FLR. TLC. FS. HIE. BCS. T/B. DE

5
5

Vil

Low level input voltage (all inputs); (see Figure 8)

5

o and

tR. tF

Input rise and fall time F6 (see Figure 4)

Ii

Input F6 duty factor (see Figure 8)

5

Co

Output node capacitance (all outputs)

5

±Io

Output leakage current high-impedance state;
Ao to A4• RACK

10

Output leakage current open-drain; PL. CBB

2.7
2.01

2.7
40

50

0.8 1

V

30

ns

56

%

7

pF

10

IlA

10

pA

Outputs

o to

5.5

6

Output TR6 6.041957MHz clock
VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 100pA

5

2.75

Voo

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
10l = 100pA

5

0

0.4

V

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

15

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 5)

5

30

ns

Ii

Duty factor at 1.5V level depends on input F6 (see
F6 data and Figure 8)

5

40

60

%

Output Fl 1.007MHz clock
VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 100MA

5

2.75

Voo

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
10l = 100pA

5

0

0.4

V

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

40

pF

tR. tR

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 5)

5

50

ns

tpHl. tplH

Propagation delays from rising edge of TR6 (see
Figure 6) High-to-Low and Low-to-High

5

7

60

ns

Ii

Duty factor at 1.5V level

5

45

52

%

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Product Specification

SAA5025

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-Line System

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA - 25°C; F6 input frequency = 6.041957MHz. unless
otherwise specified.

SYMBOL

LIMITS

Voo

PARAMETER

UNIT

(V)

Min

Typ

Max

Output AHS (see Figure 6)

VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 200/1A

5

2.4

Voo

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOl -1.6mA

5

0

0.4

V

V

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

30

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 7)

5

100

ns

tplH

Propagation delay from rising edge of F1 (see
Figure 8) Low-to-High

5

0

350

ns

Outputs GLR, GLRD, GLRS (see Figure 3)

VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH - 100/lA

5

2.4

Voo

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOl -0.8mA

5

0

0.4

V

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

40

pF

tR
tF

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 7)

5

70
50

ns
ns

Propagation delay from rising edge of F1 (see
Figure 8) High-to-Low and Low-to-High

5

0

300

ns

5

0

1.0

V

tpHl. tplH

Output PL (see Figure 3)

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOl =2mA

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

30

pF

tF

Output fall time (see Figure 7)

5

100

ns

tplH

Propagation delay from rising edge of F1 (see
Figure 8) Low-to-High

5

0

250

ns

5

0

1.0

V

Output CBB (see Figure 2)

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOl = 2mA

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

30

pF

tF

Output fall time (see Figure 5)

5

200

ns

tplH

Propagation delay from rising edge of F1 (see
Figure 6) Low-to-High

5

0

250

ns

VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 100/lA

5

2.4

Voo

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOl = 100/1A

5

0

0.4

V

Output CRS

Cl

Output load capacitance

5

30

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 5)

5

1

/1S

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-Line System

SAA5025

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA=25'C; F6 input frequency=6.041957MHz. unless
otherwise specified.
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

LIMITS

Voo
(V)

Min

UNIT
Typ

Max

Output LOSE (see Figure 1)
VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 100lIA

5

2.4

Voo

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOL = 100IIA

5

0

0.4

V

CL

Output load capacitance

5

30

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 5)

5

50

ns

tpHL. tpLH

Propagation delay from rising edge of Fl (see
Figure 6) High-to-Low and Low-to-High

5

0

1

lIS

VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 200IIA

5

2.4

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOL = 100lIA

5

0.4

V

Output DEN

,

V

CL

Output load capacitance

5

30

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times

5

50

ns

tpHL. tpLH

Propagation delay from rising edge of Fl;
High-to-Low and Low-to-High

5

250

ns

V

Output DEW (see Figure 2)
VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 200IIA

5

2.4

Voo

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOL = 1.6mA

5

0

0.4

V

CL

Output load capacitance

5

50

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times

5

200

ns

tpHL. tpLH

Propagation delay from rising edge of CBB (see
Figure 6) High-to-Low and Low-to-High

5

6.5

7.5

lIS

Outputs

6.96

Ao to A4 (see Figure 2)

VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 100IIA

5

2.4

Voo

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOL = 1.6mA

5

0

0.4

V

CL

Output load capacitance

5

85

pF

tR. tF

Output rise and fall times

5

1

lIS

tpHL. tpLH

Propagation delay from falling edge of CBB (see
Figure 6) High-to-Low and Low-to-High

5

6.5

9.0

lIS

tpHZ. tpLZ

Propagation delay from rising edge of HIE to highimpedance state (see Figure 7)

5

0

0.9

MS

tPZH. tpZL

Propagation delay from falling edge of HIE to
normal active state (see Figure 7)

5

1

2.9

lIS

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Product Specification

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-Line System

SAA5025

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA=25°C; F6 input frequency=6.041957MHz, unless
otherwise specified.

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

LIMITS

Voo
(V)

Min

UNIT

Typ

Max

Output RACK (see Figures 1 and 2)

VOH

High level output voltage
-IOH = 100j.tA

5

2.4

VDD

V

VOL

Low level output voltage
IOL = 1.6mA

5

0

0.4

V

CL

Output load capacitance

5

40

pF

tR
tF

Output rise and fall times (see Figure 5)

5

60
300

ns
ns

tpHL

Propagation delay from falling edge of F1 (see
Figure 6) High-to-Low

5

150

280

ns

tpHZ, tpLZ

Propagation delay from rising edge of HIE to highimpedance state (see Figure 7)

5

1

2.9

jlS

tpZH, tpZL

Propagation delay from falling edge of HIE to
normal active state (see Figure 7)

5

0

0.9

IlS

NOTE:

1. These values give no noise immunity.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The basic input to the SAA5025 is a
6.0419MHz clock signal (e.g., from
SAA5030). The clock input (F6) is buffered
and also available as an output at TR6 to
provide a dot rate clock. The signal at F6 is
divided by 6 to produce the 1.007MHz character rate clock at output F1, which is in turn
divided by 64 to produce the line period of
63.556Ils. A divide-by-262 or 263 counter,

clocked at line rate, produces a field (picture)
period of 16.683ms (average), i.e., 33.366ms
for divide-by-525. The display format is 40
characters per row for 24 rows (1 row is 8 TV
lines).
A big character select (EiSe) input is provided
and it enables double-height characters (16
TV lines per row) to be displayed. The top or
bottom select (1'/6) input must be used in

conjunction with i3C5S to select either the top
half or bottom half of the page to be displayed on the television screen.
A composite sync (AHS) output is available
for synchronizing the display timebase. A
high-impedance enable (HIE) input is included to switch the read address clock (RACK)
and the memory row address (Ao to A4)
outputs into their high-impedance states.

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Product Specification

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Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-Line System

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212

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485
222

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232

505
242

515
252

525
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20

30

40

50

60

70

80

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Figure 2. Timing Diagram Showing the Decoded Signals From the Field (Picture) Counters

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(ODD FIELD)

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(0)

(8)
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PRE·PULSE

STEP PULSE

LOSE
(EVEN FIELD) _ _ _ _ _ _..1

(8)

(2)
STEP PULSE

STEP PULSE

LJ

CRS
(ODD FIELD)

CRS
(EVEN FIELD)

LJ

LJ

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-line System

SAA5025

(FIRST FIELD STARt)

2

I

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(SECOND FIELD START)

FIELD SYNC SE~UENCE
INmATED HERE
NOTES:
L.,. line sync pulses (4.2 to 5.1J..1S)
E "" equalizing pulses (2.29EJ.s± 10%)
8 -= broad pulses (26,4 to 28p.s)

Figure 4. After-Hours Sync Wsveforms

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tR

iF

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NOTES:
1. These outputs will be tested with simulated TTL loads and with the load resistors adjusted such that the
correct current conditions are obtained.
2. These outputs will be tested with 3kil resistors to the + 6V line for outputs fi[ and 'CB§.

Figure 5. Definition of the Rise and Fall Times for the Output Stages

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Timing Chain for USA 525-line System

SAA5025

APPLICATION INFORMATION
The function is described following the corresponding pin number.

t= t

1.5V

10%

~~

1 Vss - Ground (OV)

.~;0 ::

2 F6 6.041957MHz Clock Input - Obtained
from video processor (SAA5030) or other
source. The permissible mark! space ratio is
in the range from 56:44 to 40:60 (see also
Figure 8).

10%

Figure 7. Definitions of the High-Impedance State Propagation Delay Times

3 TR6 6.041957MHz Clock Output - Dotrate clock for Teletext character generator
SAA5050 series.

(PINS) F6

10 GLRS General Line Reset Starting Output - A negative-going pulse with starting
3.97J. x 100%.
tp+t N

Figure 8. Recommended 6MHz Interface Circuitry Between the SAA5025
and the SAA5030 (Input F6)
13 FS Field (Picture) Sync Input - This
input accepts a positive-going pulse of approximately 160J. 2v5• 6; peak-to-peak
value
output current

0.7
0.7

V

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Video Processor

SAA5030

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) At TA = 25°C, Vee = 12V, and with external components as
shown in Figure 3, unless otherwise stated.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Line reset and signal presence detectors
Schmitt trigger threshold on Pin 2 to inhibit line reset output at
Pin 3 (syncs coincident)

6.2

V

Schmitt trigger threshold on Pin 2 to permit line reset output at
Pin 3 (syncs non coincident)

7.8

V
0.5

Line reset output VOL (13 = 201lA)
2.4

Line reset output VOH (-13 = 1001lA)

V
V

Signal presence Schmitt trigger threshold on Pin 2 below which
the circuit accepts the input signal

6.0

V

Signal presence Schmitt trigger threshold on Pin 2 above which
the input signal is rejected

6.3

V

C1

27.5

pF

Co

6.8

pF

CL

20

pF

Crystal-controlled, phase-locked oscillator

Trimability (CL increased to 30pF)

Hz

750

Fundamental ESR

50

n

NOTES:

1. This is measured with the dual polarity buffer external resistor connected to give negative-going syncs. The measurement is made after adjustment of
the potential divider at Pin 14 for optimum delay.
2. The teletext data input contains binary elements as a two·level NRZ signal shaped by a raised cosine filter. The bit rate is a.9375Mbitis. The use of
odd parity for the B·bit bytes ensures that there are never more than 14·bi\ periods between each data transition.
3. This is measured by replacing the clock coil with a small value resistor.
4. This must be measured with the clock coil tuned and using a clock·cracker signal into Pin 16. The clock·cracker is a teletext waveform consisting of
only one data transition in each byte.
5. With the external resistor connected to the ground rail, syncs are positive-going centered on + 2.3V. With the resistor connected to the supply rwl,
syncs are negative-going centered on + 9.7V.
6. When the composite sync is being delivered, the level is substantially the same as that at the video inpul.

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Product Specification

Teletext Video Processor

APPLICATION DATA
The function is quoted against the corresponding pin number
1 Signal Presence Time Constant - A
capacitor and a resistor connected in parallel between this pin and supply determine
the delay in operation of the signal presence detector.
2 Line Reset Time Constant - A capacitor
between this pin and supply integrates
current pulses from the coincidence detector; the resultant level is used to determine
whether to allow FLR pulses (see Pin 3).
a Fast Line Reset Output (FLR) - Positivegoing sync pulses are produced at this
output if the coincidence detector shows
no coincidence between the syncs separated from the incoming video and the eBB
waveform from the timing chain circuit
SAA5020. These pulses are sent to the
timing chain circuit and are used to reset its
counters, so as to effect rapid lock-up of
the phase-locked loop.
4 Ground (OV)
5 Sandcastle Input (PL and CBB) - This
input accepts a sandcastle waveform
which is formed from Pi: and CBS from the
timing chain SAA5020. Pi: is obtained by
slicing the waveform at 2.5V, and this,
together with separated sync, are inputs to
the phase detector which forms part of the
phase-locked loop. When the loop has
locked up, the edges of Pi: are nominally
2/1s before and 2/1s after the leading edge
of separated line syncs.
eBB is obtained by slicing the waveform at
5V, and is used to prevent the data slicer
from being offset by the color burst.
6 6MHz Output (F6) - This is the output of
the crystal oscillator (see Pins 8 and 9),

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and is taken to the timing chain circuit
SAA5020 via a series capacitor.
7 Phase Detector Time Constant - The
integrating components for the phase detector of the phase-locked loop are connected between this pin and supply.
8,9 6MHz Crystal - A 6MHz crystal in
series with a trimmer capacitor is connected between these pins. It forms part
of an oscillator whose frequency is controlled by the voltage on .Pin 7, which
forms part of the phase-locked loop.
10 Picture On Input (PO) - The PO signal,
from the acquisition and control circuits
SAA5040 series, is fed to this input and is
used to determine whether the input video
(Pin 16) or the AHS waveform (Pin 11)
appears at Pin 12.
11 After Hours Sync (AHS) - A composite
sync waveform AHS is generated in the
timing chain circuit SAA5020 and is used
to synchronize the TV (see Pin 10).
12 Sync Output to TV - The input video of
AHS is available at this output dependent
on whether the PO signal is High or Low.
In addition, either signal may be positive·
going or negative-going, dependent on
whether the load resistor at this output is
connected to ground or supply.
13 Field Sync Output (FS) - A pulse,
derived from the input video by the field
sync separator, which is used to reset the
line counter in the timing chain circuit
SAA5020.
14 Field Sync Separator Timing - A capacitor and adjusting network is connected to this pin and forms the integrator of
the field sync separator.
15 Sync Separator Capacitor - A capacitor connected to this pin forms part of the
adaptive sync separator.

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16 Composite Video Input (VI) - The com·
posite video is fed to this input via a
coupling capacitor.
17 Supply Voltage (+ 12V)
18 Clock Output - The regenerated clock,
after extraction from the teletext data, is
fed out to the acquisition and control
circuits SAA5040 series via a series capacitor.
19 Data Output - The teletext data is sliced
off the video waveform, squared up, and
latched within the SAA5030. The latched
output is fed to the acquisition and control
circuits SAA5040 series via a series capacitor.
20 Clock Decoupling - A 1nF capacitor
between Pin 20 and ground is required for
clock decoupling.
21 Clock Regenerator Coil - A high·Q
parallel tuned circuit is connected between this pin and an external potential
divider. The coil is part of the clock
regeneration circuit (see Pin 22).
22 Clock Pulse Timing Capacitor - Short
pulses are derived from both edges of
data with the aid of a capacitor connected
to this pin. The resulting pulses are fed, as
a current, into the clock coil connected to
Pin 21. Resulting oscillations are limited
and taken to the acquisition and control
circuits SAA5040 series via Pin 18.
23, 24 Peak Detector Capacitors - The
teletext data is sliced with an automatic
data slicer, having a slicing level at the
mid'point of two peak detectors working
on the video signal. Storage capacitors
are connected to these pins for the negative and positive peak detectors.

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Video Processor

SAA5030

TOSAA5040
+.2V

FIELD SYNC TO
SAA5020 (SAAS025)

CLOCK

OATA

...r&.880

{:'6~H ~+
0 0 =80

t'';

,~

330pF

.Ok

.nF

33k

1.nF

1.nF l33OpFl'7PF

~

.nF

+

r,;- r;;-

~~
2.

23

22

2.

19

20

~'6

ND

j-C

'~F

1.2k

'.2k

*G

••

.5

'~F
VIDEO
+ f-oF ROM
TV

.3

SAA5030

•

3

2

•

LT L t

6

5

.2

'0

c!56MHZ

.......,

S-6::F

'---

1.2k

COM POSITE
SYNC TO TV

T'~F T+'O~F C}
~
~

'--

6.8k

,..-lOOk

+T

.k

10p.F

T

100nF

UNERESETTO

SAA5020
(SAA5025)

6.8k

6.6k

___
T
Pi:
CD
FROM

SAA5020

.nF

8MHz TO SAA5020
(SAA502S)

(SAAS026)

Figure 1. Peripheral Circuit

January 14, 1987

13-30

1.5k

,

66pF

PO FROM
SAA5040

r

JU1Jl

I
I

I (1.5k ALTERNATI VE
I FOR NEGATIVE SYNC)

L

J

~

AHSFROM

SAA5020
(SAAS026)

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Product Specification

Teletext Video Processor

SAA5030

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ZERO CARRIER 3V
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ PEAK WHITE :l.4V

---....."

COLOR BURST

I1"-----------

PEAK TELETEXT 1.82V

MA1-~.I------------ BLACK O.72V

L-J~

________________

----------SffiCOV

Figure 2. Part of Teletext Line, With Burst Showing Nominal Levels

--I
2.3SJLS
EQUALIZING
PULSE

32,..

I-FIELD SYNC

BROAD PULSE

_D_AT_U_M_ _S_E-l1RATION 4.7,..

LEADING EOGE OF FIELD
SYNC PULSE

Figure 3. Details of Idealized Composite Sync Waveform

II
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Signetics

SAA5040
Teletext AcquiSition and
Control Circuit
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The SAA5040A, SAA5040B, SAA5040C,
SAA5041, SAA5042 and SAA5043 form
the SAA5040 series of MOS N-channel
integrated circuits. They perform the
control, data acquisition and data routing
functions of the teletext system. The
circuits differ in the on-screen display
that is provided and in the decoding of
the remote-control commands. The
functions of the circuits are detailed in
Tables 1, 2 and 3; throughout the remainder of the data, the SAA5040 is
referred to when the complete series of
circuits is being described.
The SAA5040 is a 28-lead device which
receives serial teletext data and clock
signals from the remote-control systems
incorporating the SAA5012 or SAB3022,
SAB3023 decoder circuits. The
SAA5040 selects the required page information and feeds it in parallel form to
the teletext page memory.
The SAA5040 works in conjunction with
the SAA5020 timing chain and the
SAA5050 series of character generators.
The circuit consists of two main sections.
a. Data acquisition section
The basic input to this section is the
serial teletext data stream DATA from
the SAA5030 video processor circuit.
This data stream is clocked at a
6.9375MHz clock rate (F7) from the
SAA5030. The incoming data stream
is processed and sorted so that the
page of data selected by the user is
written as 7-bit parallel words into the
system memory. Hamming and parity
checks are performed on the incoming data to reduce errors. Provision is
also made to process the control bits
in the page header.
b. Control section
The basic input to this section is the 7bit serial data (DATA) from the remote
control decoder circuit such as the
SAA5012 or SAB3012. This is clocked
by the DUM signal.
February 12, 1987

The remote-control commands are decoded and the control functions are
stored.

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

Full details of the remote-control commands used in the various SAA5040
series options are given in Tables 1, 2
and 3. The control section also writes
data into the page memory independently of the data acquisition section. This
gives an on-screen display of certain
user-selected functions such as page
number and program name.
The 3-State data and address outputs to
the system memory are set to high
impedance state if certain remote-control commands are received (e.g., viewdata mode). This is to allow another
circuit to access the memory using the
same address and data lines. The address lines are also high impedance
while the acquisition and control circuit is
not writing into the memory.
Further information on the control of the
complete teletext system is available.
The circuit is designed in accordance
with the September 1976 Broadcast Teletext specification published by BBCI
IBAIBREMA.
A typical circuit diagram of a teletext
decoder is shown in Figure 5.

FEATURES
• Converts serial data into parallel
• Performs error detection and
correction
• Generates memory control
signals
• Interfaces to the remote-control
system

07

WOK
TOP VIEW
CDll!330S

PIN NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

SYMBOL

DESCRIPTION

Vss

Ground

DATA
F7
NC
DUM
DATA
DEW
PO
DE

Data input from SAA5030
Clock input from SAA5030

Not connected
Remote-control clock input
Remote-control data input
Data entry window input

Picture-on output
Display enable output
Big character select output

m

'fIB
GIR

Top/boUom output
General line reset input
1MHz clock input
+5V supply
Write O.K. output

F1

~
D7
D6
D5
D4
D3
D2
D1

3-State outputs to
data bus

A4
A3
A2
A1
AO
WACK

1

3-State outputs to row

address bus
Write address clock output

APPLICATIONS
• Teletext
• Data acquisition
ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
28-Pin Plastic DIP

13-32

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-20·C to + 70·C

SAA5040BN

853-1173 87583

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Product Specification

SAA5040

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

BLOCK DIAGRAM
DUM

iiATA Gi:ii
12

SAA5040
F1

DEW

TO ROW
ADDRESS
BUS

PO

l:~

DE

iiCS

A2
A3

L--r-r-"-T~ TIB

A4-T~==~
WACK

n

SERIAL TO
PARAllEL
CONVERSION
AND
FRAMING CODE

o-~____~~____~~~D~E~TE~C~T~IO~N_J

-J

DATAo--t~~~~~~~~==~__________~~~~~~~__________

22 21 20 19 18 17 16
01 02 03 D4 05

os 07

TO DATA BUS

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Voo

Supply voltage (Pin 14)

PARAMETER

-0.3 to 7.5

V

VI

Input voltage (all inputs)

-0.3 to 7.5

V

V08

Output voltage (Pin 8)

-0.3 to t3.2

V

Vo

Output voltage (all other outputs)

-0.3 to 7.5

V

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 125

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

·C

February t 2, 1987

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C

SAA5040

and Voo = 5V, unless otherwise stated.
liMITS

SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Voo

Supply voltage (Pin 14)

100

Supply current

Typ

Max
5.5

V

80

120

rnA

S.5

V

4.S

F7 DATA (Pin 2), F7 CLOCK (Pin 3)
VIH

Input voltage; High

VIL

Input voltage; Low 1

3.5

0.5

V

tR

Rise time

30

ns

tF

Fall time

RI

Input resistance (measured at 4V)

CI

Input capacitance

2

30

ns

18

Mn

7

pF

V

F1 (Pin 13)
VIH

Input voltage; High

2.4

Voo

VIL

Input voltage; Low

0

0.6

V

tR

Rise time

50

ns

tF

Fall time

30

ns

CI

Input capacitance

7

pF

IIR

Input leakage current (VI

10

MA

=0

to S.5V)

DllM (Pin 5), DATA (Pin 6), DEW (Pin 7), GlR (Pin 12)
VIH

Input voltage; High

2.0

Voo

V

VIL

Input voltage; Low

0

0.8

V

CI

Input capacitance

IIR

Input leakage current (VI

=0

7

pF

10

IlA

0

O.S

V

2.4
2.4
2.4

Voo
Voo
Voo

V
V
V

IJ.S

to S.SV)

DE (Pin 9), BCS (Pin 10), TIB (Pin 11) (with internal pull-up to Voo)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOL = 4001lA)

VOH

Output voltage; High -IOH
-IOH
-IOH

tR

Output voltage rise time

10

tF

Output voltage fall time

1

IlS

Co

Output capacitance

7

pF

-10

Output current with output in High state (Vo = O.SV)

SOO

MA

= SOMA
= 30MA
= 20MA

for Pin 9
for Pin 10
for Pin 11

50

PO (Pin 8) (with internal pull-up to V 00)

= 1401lA)
= SOMA)
time (CL = 40pF)3

VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOL

VOH

Output voltage; High (-IOH

tR, tF

Output rise and fall

Co

Output capacitance

-10

Output current with output in High state (Vo

February 12, 1987

= 0.5V)

13·34

0

0.5

V

2.4

Voo

V

SO

10

IlS

7

pF

500

MA

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAA5040

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C and VDD = 5V, unless otherwise stated.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

01 to 07 (Pins 16 to 22) (3-State)
0

0.5

2.4

VDO

V

Output rise and fall time (Cl = 40pF)3

100

ns

± IOROFF

Output leakage current in 'OFF' state (Vo = 0 to 5.5V)

10

IIA

Co

Output capacitance

7

pF

0

0.5

V

2.4

VDD

V

50
100

ns
ns

500

IIA

7

pF

0

0.5

V

2.4

VDD

V

50
300

ns
ns

VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl - 1001lA)

VOH

Output voltage; High (IOH

tR, tF

= -1 001lA)

V

WOK (Pin 15) (3-State with internal pull-up to VDD)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 4001lA)

VOH

Output voltage; High HOH = 200j.tA)

tR,
tF

Output voltage rise time
Output voltage fall time

± IOROFF

Output current with 3-State 'OFF' (Vo = 0.5V)

Co

Output capacitance

1(Cl = 80pF)3
80

WACK (Pin 28) (3-State)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 1.6mA)

VOH

Output voltage; High HOH = -1 001lA)

tR
tF

Output voltage rise time
Output voltage fall time

1(Cl = 40pF)3

± IOROFF

Output leakage current in 'OFF' state (Vo = 0 to 5.5V)

10

IIA

Co

Output capacitance

7

pF

0

0.5

V

2.4

Voo

V

300

ns

AO to A2 (Pins 25 to 27) (3-State)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 2001lA)

VOH

Output voltage; High HOH = 2001lA)

tR, tF

Output rise and fall time (Cl = 90pF)3

± IOROFF

Output leakage current in 'OFF' state (Vo = 0 to 5.5V)

10

IIA

Co

Output capacitance

7

pF

0

0.5

V

2.4

VDD

V

300

ns

A3 and A4 (Pins 23 and 24) (3-State)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 1.6mA)

VOH

Output voltage; High HOH = 2001lA)

tR, tF

Output rise and fall time (Cl = 40pF)3

+IOROFF

Output leakage current in 'OFF' state (Vo = 0 to 5.5V)

10

IIA

Co

Output capacitance

7

pF

TIMING CHARACTERISTICS
Teletext data and clock (F7 DATA + F7 CLOCK)2 (Figure 1)
TF7

F7 Clock cycle time

144

F7 Clock duty cycle (High-to-Low)

30

ns
70

%

tsu

F7 Clock to data setup time

60

ns

tHOlD

F7 Clock to data hold time

40

ns

February 12, 1987

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

SAA5040

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C and VDD =

5V, unless otherwise stated,

LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

Control DATA and clock (DATA + DUM)3
tCH

DUM Clock High time 4

6,5

8

tCL

DUM Clock Low time

3,5

8

tsu

DUM to DATA setup time

0

14

/1S

tHOLD

DUM to DATA hold time

8

14

/1S

/1S

60

/1S

Writing teletext data Into memory during DEW (Figure 3)
tWACK

WACK cycle time

1150

tAWW

WACK rising edge to WOK falling edge

250

450

ns
ns

tWRW

WACK rising edge to WOK rising edge

150

310

ns

tWPD

WOK pulse width

300

ns

tDW

Data output setup time

330

ns

tDH

Data output hold time

0

ns

tRAw

Row address setup time before first WOK

190

ns

tRWR

Row address valid time after last WOK

0

ns

TIMING CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Writing header information into memory during TV line 40 (Figure 4)
This arrangement is a combined phasing of the SAA5040 and
the SAA5020 and is therefore referred to F1 input The first
WOK is related to F1 No 14)12 from the SAA5020
TF1

F1 clock cycle time

1000

tWF

Time from F1 to WOK falling edge

300

500

ns

tFW

Time from F1 to WOK rising edge

0

120

ns

tDW

Data output setup time

330

ns

tDH

Data output hold time

0

ns

NOTES:
1.
2.
3.
4.

These inputs may be AC-coupled. Minimum rating is -o.av, but the input may be taken more negative if AC-coupled.
Transition times measured between 0.5 and 3.5V levels. Delay times are measured from 1.5V level.
Transition times measured between 0.8 and 2.0V levels. Delay times are measured from 1.5V level.
There is no maximum DUM cycle time, provided the DUM duty cycle is such that tel MAX requirement is not exceeded.

February 12, 1987

13-36

ns

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

{\......--.

SAA5040

t~

F7 CLOCK

F7 DATA

Figure 1. Teletext Data Timing

Figure 2. Remote Control Data Input Timing

WACK

DATA

~~~~~~~~~1-::-=~~~~ ~~.,..".==

o~p~~~~~~~~~~~~~~____~~ ~~~~~~~

Figure 3. Writing Teletext Data Into Memory During DEW

F1 PERIOD NO 14

15

16

F1

II
I

DATA
OUTP~

_ _ _ _J

NOTE:
Memory row address is valid from = F1 period No 14 for complete line.

Figure 4. Writing Data Into Memory During TV Line 40
February 12, 1987

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

APPLICATION DATA
The function is quoted against the corresponding pin number.
1 Vss Ground -

OV.

2 DATA Data Input from SAA5030 - This
input is a serial data stream of broadcast
teletext data from the SAA5030 video processor, the data being at a rate Of 6.9375MHz.
This input from the SAA5030 is AC-coupled
with internal DC restoration of the signal
levels.
3 F7 Clock Input from SAA5030 - This
input is a 6.9375MHz clock from the
SAA5030 video processor which is used to
clock the teletext data acquisition circuitry.
The positive edge of this clock is nominally at
the center of each teletext data bit.
This input from the SAA5030 is AC-coupled
with internal DC restoration of the signal
levels.
5 DUM Remote-Control Clock Input This input from the remote-control receiverdecoder is used to clock remote-control data
into the SAA5040. The positive-going edge of
every second clock pulse is nominally in the
center of each remote control data bit.
6 DATA Remote Control Data - This input
is a 7-bit serial data stream from the remotecontrol receiver-decoder.
This data contains the teletext and viewdata
remote-control user functions. The nominal
data rate is 32J1s/bit. The remote-control
commands used in the SM5040 series are
shown in Tables 1, 2, and 3.
7 DEW Data Entry Window - This input
from the SAA5020 Timing Chain defines the
period during which received teletext data
may be accepted by the SAA5040. This
signal is also used to enable the five memory
address outputs (Pins 23 to 27) and the 7-bit
parallel data outputs (Pins 16 to 22).

8 PO Picture On - This output to the
SAA5012, SAA5030 and SM5050 circuits is
a static level used for the selection of TV
picture video 'on' or 'off'. The output is High
for TV picture 'ON', Low for TV picture 'OFF'.
The output has an internal pull-up to VDO.
9 DE Display Enable - This output to the
SAA5050 teletext character generator is used
to enable the teletext display.
The output is High for display enabled, Low
for display disabled.
The output is also forced to the Low state
during the DEW and TV line 40 periods and
when a teletext page is cleared.

control the writing of valid data into the
system memory. The signal is Low to write,
and is in the high impedance state when
viewdata is selected. The 3-State buffer is
enabled at the same time as the data outputs
(see below). An internal pull-up device prevents the output from floating into the Low
state when the 3-State buffer is OFF.
16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 07 to 01, Data
Outputs - These 3-State outputs are the 7bit parallel data outputs to the system memory. The outputs are enabled at the following
times:
a.

During the data entry window (DEW) to
write teletext data into the memory. The
data rate is 867kB per second and is
derived from the teletext data clock.

b.

During TV line 40 for encoded status
information about user commands (e.g.,
program number), to be written into the
memory. This period is known as EDIL
(encoded data insertion line). The data
rate is 1MB per second and is derived
from the 1MHz display clock F1.

c.

When the page is cleared. In this case,
the data output is forced to the space
code (0100000) during the display period
for one field. This data is held at the
space code from either TV line 40 (if page
clear is caused by user command), or the
received teletext data line causing the
clear function, until the start of the data
entry window (DEW) of the next field.

The output has an internal pull-up to VDO.
10 BCS Big Character Select - This output
to the SAA5020 timing chain and to the
SAA5050 character generator is used to select double height character format under
user control. The output is High for normal
height characters, Low for double height
characters. It is also forced to the High state
on page clear. The output has an internal pullup to VDD.
11 T/B Top/Bottom - This output to the
SAA5020 timing chain is used to select
whether top or bottom half page is being
viewed. The output is High for bottom half
page and Low for top half page. It is also
forced to the Low state on page clear. The
output has an internal pull-up to VDO.
12 GLR General Line Reset - This input
from the SAA5020 timing chain is used as a
reset signal for internal control and display
counter.
13 F1 - This input is a 1MHz clock signal
from the SM5020 timing chain used to clock
internal remote-control processing and encoding circuits.
14 Voo +5V Supply - This is the power
supply input to the circuit.
15 WOK Write O.K. - This 3-State output
signal to the system memory is used to

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SAA5040

13-38

23, 24, 25, 26, 27 A4 to AO Memory Addresses - These 3-State outputs are the 5bit row address to the page memory. This
address specifies in which of 24 rows the
teletext data is to be written. The outputs are
enabled during the data entry period (DEW).
28 WACK Write Address Clock - This 3State output is used to clock the memory
address counter during the data entry period
(DEW). The output is enabled only during this
period. The positive-going edge of WACK is
used to clock the address counter.

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAA5040

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

Table 1. Remote-Control Commands Used in the SAA5040A/SAA5040B/SAA5040C/SAA50438
CODE
TELEVISION MODE (b7
b5

b4 b3 b2 bl

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0

1

1

1
1
1

1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1

1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1

1

1

1

1
1

1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1

1

1
1

1

1

1

=be =0)7

TELETEXT MODE (b7

=" be =0)7

RESET '
TV/ON
STATUS

Gives program display.
Gives program display.

TIME

Gives time display.

STATUS
HOLD

1

0
1

Program/header display6
Stops reception of teletext9

DISPLAY CANCELS

1

0

TAPE

Resets to small characters

1

TIMED PAGE OFF
TIMED PAGE ON

0
1

NUMBERS4. 6

PROGRAMS2

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
6

9
0
SMALL CHARACTERS
LARGE CHARACTERS TOP HALF PAGE
LARGE CHARACTERS BOnOM HALF PAGE
SUPERIMPOSE6
TELETEXT/ON 5

NOTES:
1. Reset clears the page memory. sets page number to 100 and time code to 00.00 and resets timed page and display cancel modes.
2. Program names are displayed for 5s in a box at the top lett of the screen in large characters. Program commands clear the page memory except in
timed page mode.
The following boxed information is displayed:
REMOTE·CONTROL
COMMAND
b5 b. b. b 2 b,
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0

0

0

0
0
0

0
0
0

0

0

1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0

0
0

0
0
0
1
1
1
1

1
1

1
1

0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

SAA5040A
BBCl
BBC2
lTV
4
5
6

7
VCR

SAA5040B

SAA5040C

SAA5043

Gives no
status
box

BBCl
lTV
BBC2
BBCl
lTV
VTR
BBCl
lTV
BBC2
BBCl
lTV
VTR

Ch 1
Ch 2
Ch 3
Ch 4
Ch 5
Ch 6
Ch 7
Ch 8
Ch9
Ch 0
Ch 10
Ch 11

9
10
11
12

3. Display cancel removes the text and restores the television picture. The device then reacts to any update indicator on the selected page. An updated newsflash or
subtitle is displayed immediately. When an updated normal page arrives, the page number only is displayed in a box at the top left of the screen. The full page of
text can then be displayed when required, using the teletext/ on command.
4. Three number commands in sequence request a new page, and four number commands select a new time code in timed page mode. When a new page has been
requested, the page header turns green and the page numbers roll until the new page is captured.
5. The teletext/on command resets display cancel, hold, and superimpose modes.
6. Status, timed page on, timed page off, numbers, superimpose, and teletext/on commands aU reset to top half page and produce a box around the header for 5s.
This allows the header to be seen if the television picture is on (e.g. newsflash or display cancel modes).
7. In viewdata mode (b7 = bs = 1) the device is disabled and teletext cannot be received. All 3·State outputs are high impedance.

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Product Specification

SM5040

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

8. Table 1 shows code required for functions specified. The device requires the inverse of these codes i.e., 67 to 61. The code is transmitted serially in the following
order. li7, Ii" li2, Ii" Ii" 65, 66.
9. When hold node is selected, 'HOLD' is displayed in green at the top right of the screen.
to. A 'P' is displayed before the page number at the top left of the screen (e.g., PI23).

Table 2. Remote-Control Commands Used in the SAA5041 9
CODE

TELEVISION MODE (b7 = b6 = 0)8

bs

b4 b3 b2 b,

a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a

a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a

a a a
a a 1
a 1 a
a 1 1
1 a a
1 a 1
1 1 a

1
1
1

a a a
a a 1
a 1 a
a 1 1
1 a a
1 a 1
1 1 a

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1

1

1

1 ' 1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

a
a
a

0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0

TELETEXT RESET '

a

0
1

1

0
1
0

2
3

1

4

NUMBERS2,7

PROGRAMS 'O

0
1

a

1
1

a

5
6
7

0
1

1
1
0

a

STATUS Gives header and time display.6
TIMED PAGE On/off toggle function.

Gives time display

1

0

1
1
1
1

a
a

1

TIME

TELETEXT MODE (b7 = " b6 = 0)8

8
9
SMALL CHARACTERS
LARGE CHARACTERS Top/bottom toggle function
HOLD Stops reception of teletext - toggle functionS
DISPLAY CANCEL4
SUPERIMPOSE
NORMAL DISPLAy5

1

a
1

1

NOTES:

1. The teletext reset command clears the page memory, selects Page 100, goes to small characters, and resets hold, timed page, and display cancel
modes.
2. Three number commands in sequence request a new page, and four number commands select a new time code in timea page mode. When a new
page has been requested, the page header turns green and the page numbers roll until the new page is captured.

3. When hold mode is selected, 'HALT' is displayed in green at the top right of the screen.
4. Display cancel removes the text and restores the television picture. The SAAS041 then reacts to any update indicator on the selected page. An
updated newsflash or subtitle is displayed immediately. When an updated normal page arrives, the page number only is displayed in a box at the
top left of the screen. The full page of text can then be displayed when required, using the normal display command.
5. The normal display command resets display cancel, hold, and superimpose modes.
6. Status, timed page, numbers, hold, superimpose, and normal display commands all reset to top half page and produce a box around the header for
five seconds. This allows the header to be seen even if the television picture is on (e.g., newsflash or display cancel modes).

7. An'S' is displayed before the page number at the top left of the screen (e.g., SI23).
8. In view data mode (b7 : b6 : 1) the SAAS041 is disabled and teletext cannot be received. All 3·State outputs are high impedance.
9. Table 2 shows code required for functions specified. The SAAS041 requires the inverse of these codes, i.e., b7 to b,. The code is transmitted
serially in the following order: 67• 6" 62, 63, 6" 65, 66.
10. Clear memory occurs except in timed page mode.

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

SAA5040

Table 3. Remote-Control Commands Used in the SAA5042 9
CODE

TELEVISION MODE (b7 = b6

bs

b 4 b3 b2 b 1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1

0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1

0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1

0

= 0)8

TELETEXT MODE (b7

= 1,

ba = 0)8

RESET 1

STATUS
HOLD
TIME

Gives header and time display6
Stops reception of teletext-toggle funclion 3

Gives time display

SMALL CHARACTERS
LARGE CHARACTERS TOP HALF PAGE
LARGE CHARACTERS BOTTOM HALF PAGE
DISPLAY CANCEL/RECALL4
DISPLAY RECALL
0

NUMBERS2,7

PROGRAMS 1O

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

8
9
TIMED PAGE On/Off loggle function
CLEAR MEMORY
LONG TERM STORE/SMALL CHARACTERS
SUPERIMPOSE
TELETEXT IONS

NOTES:
1. Reset clears the page memory, sets page number to 100 and time code to 00.00, and resets timed page and display cancel modes.
2. Three number commands in sequence request a new page, and four number commands select a new time code in timed page mode. When a new
page has been requested, the page header turns green and the page numbers roll until the new page is captured.
3. When hold mode is selected, 'STOP' is displayed in green at the top right of the screen.
4. Display cancel/recall removes the text and restores the television picture. The SAA5042 then reacts to any update indicator on the selected page.
An updated newsflash or subtitle is displayed immediately. When an updated normal page arrives, the page number only is displayed in a box at the
top left of the screen. The same command will then cause a normal page to be displayed, but will cancel a newsflash or subtitle page. Alternatively I
text can then be recalled by using the teletext/on command.
5. The teletext/on command resets display cancel, hold, and superimpose modes.
6. Status, timed page, numbers, superimpose, and teletext/on commands all reset to top half page and produce a box around the header for five
seconds. This allows the header to be seen even if the television picture is on (e.g., newsflash or display cancel modes).
7. A 'P' is displayed before the page number at the top left of the screen (e.g., 8123).
8. In view data mode (b7 - bs = 1) the SAA5042 is disabled and teletext cannot be received. All 3-State outputs are high impedance.
9. Table 3 shows code required for functions specified. The SAA5042 requires the inverse of these codes, i.e., b7 to b1. The code is transmitted
serially in the following order: b7, b" b2, b 3, b4, b 5 , bs.
10. Clear memory occurs except in timed page mode.

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Product Specification

Signetics Linear Products

SAA5040

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

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Februery 12, 1987

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Product Specification

SAA5040

Teletext Acquisition and Control Circuit

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SUPERIMPOSE

SAA5045

Signetics

Gearing and Address Logic
Array for USA Teletext
Product Specification
Linear Products
DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA5045 is a PCF0700 CMOS
process gate array designed to interface
the SAA5040B Teletext Acquisition Control (TAC) IC to the SAA5030 Video
Processor (VIP) data output for modified
UK standard 525-line Teletext. It also
provides an address interface between
SAA5040B, SM5025D Teletext Timing
Chain for USA 525-line system (USTIC)
and the page memory RAM. The memory interface includes read/write control
compatible with the geared 32 + 8 transmission system at 5.727272MHz data
rate employed in the modified UK system.

• Implements the gearing function,
allowing 40 characters/row
display
• Generates memory control
signals
• Gate array-based implementation

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

APPLICATION
• Teletext

ORDERING INFORMATION

DAS.7

DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-ll7D)

-20·C to + 70·C

SAA5045N

TOP VIEW
PIN
SYMBOL
NO.

DESCRIPTION

Input clock to column counter

WRACK

AO
4

5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
IS
16

AI
A2
A3
A4
DEW

(

MUXI

2
3

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DEW
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7
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CTRL

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EQUALIZER

~IPROCESSOR
DATA

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AA9

~ CLOCK
F5.7

9

L

13

AA7

EN

CTRL

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BIT
DETECTOR

ADDRESS
BUS
AAS
AA8

8

t

FRAMING
CODE
DETECTOR

22
21
20

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RAM

19
18

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26

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•
December 2, 1986

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

SAA5045

Gearing and Address Logic Array for USA Teletext

SYSTEM CONTENT
Functionally the chip contains two main sections which operate during the acquisition and
display periods.

Gearing Control Section
The data from the SAA5030 (VIP) and data
clock are processed to detect the presence
of the gearing bit and convert the data for
correct operation of the SAA5040B (TAC).
Data and clock outputs to the TAC are
internally compensated for processing delays, so that correct clocking-in of data is
ensured.

The address output buffers are 3-State devices controlled by the line reset signal (Pin 8;
GLRS). During the horizontal flyback period,
the address pins are 3-State to allow alternative addressing for customized applications.

Read/Write Control to RAM
An internal counter prevents overwriting if
more than 32 character WOK pulses are
received from TAC due to poor transmission
conditions. Two control outputs, one for
read/write (WE) and the other for chip select
(CS), are provided to eliminate conflicts on
the input! output RAM bus.

Addressing Section

Framing Code Detection

Column counters are included, which operate
from the WACK (TAG) and RACK (USTIC)
column clock signals during acquisition and
display respectively.

When a valid data line is received and the
framing code is detected in the gearing section, then flag pulses (pair of pulses) are
available at output WE, before the CS output
is driven Low for normal writing into the RAM.
If a framing-code-present Signal is required, it
can be obtained by gating WE and CS outputs such that an output from the WE, when
output CS is High indicates the detection of a
framing code; N.B., each framing code produces a pair of pulses.

Five row-address input circuits (pins AO to A4)
are provided for (TAG) and (USTIG) address
outputs. These are multiplexed with the column address from the internal counters for
correct mapping of the RAM via ten output
address pins (AAO to AA9). During acquisition, the multiplexer is controlled by the
gearing bit detection to give correct assembly
of the 40-character per row page structure.

RAM ADDRESS CONTROL
The Block Diagram shows that the ten RAM
address outputs are controlled by a multiplexer (MUX3) which interchanges the two groups
of five address lines when a gearing bit equal
to logic "I" is received during data input.
During display, MUX3 is switched by Bit 6 of
the column counter. MUX1, which is switched
by the gearing bit, controls stepping of the
row address when fill-in rows are received.
MUX2 is switched by either the gearing bit or
Bit 6 of the column counter to access the part
of RAM storing the last eight bytes of each
row of data.
The mapping of the 1024-byte RAM is shown
in Figure 1. Area" A" stores data corresponding to the left-hand side (32 bytes wide) of the
display and area" B" stores the remainder for
the right-hand side.
Access to the RAM for custom operations
can be made during the time that GLRS (Pin
8) is Low, which causes all ten address
buffers to be in the open state. It should be
noted that GLRS Low also resets the column
counters and the gearing-bit detection system
to logiC "0". This normally occurs during the
horizontal interval (between 5 and 81-'s) after
the horizontal sync pulse falling edge.

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1
2
3
4
5

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6

7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

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(24 ROWS x 32 BYTES)
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COLUMN COUNT

= 0 TO 31

DATA INPUT WITH GEAR Brr

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Figure I, Memory Map for the SAA5045 Address System

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Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Gearing and Address logic Array for USA Teletext

APPLICATION INFORMATION
The function is described against the corresponding pin number.
1 WRACK Input Clock to Column Counter
- Input clock to column counter during data
input or display; WACK from SAA5040B
(TAC) or RACK from SAA5025D (USTIC).
2 to 6 AO to A4 Row Address System
Inputs - Inputs to row address system
during data input or display. Row address
numbers greater than 0 to 23 disable writing
to the RAM during input.
7 DEW Data Entry Window Input - Data
entry window input enables gearing bit detection and data processing part of system.
8 GLRS General Line Reset Starting Output - Input from the SAA5025D is a negative
reset pulse at line rate for column counters
and gearing system. When this input is Low, it
opens 3-State address buffers.
9 FS.7 DATA S.7MHz Data Output - Data
output at 5.7MHz rate to SAA5040B (TAC)
during the data acquisition period when DEW
is High.

10 FS.7 CLOCK S.7MHz Clock Output Data clock output at 5.7MHz rate to

SAA5040B (TAC), synchronized to data at Pin
9 (F5.7 DATA).
11 WOK Write Enable Input - Write enable
input from SAA5040B (TAC) during data acquisition, when correct data is received, for
RAM write/read control (via output WE; Pin
17).
12 CS Chip Select Output - Output to drive
the RAM chip enable during data input and
display periods controlled by the display enable output (DE) and write O.K. (waR) output
of the SAA5040B (TAC), avoiding input/output bus conflict.
13 DE Display Enable Input - Display enable input from SAA5040B (TAC) to control
CS.
14 Vss -

Ground.

1S DKS.7 S.7MHz Data Clock Input - Data
clock input at 5.7MHz rate from the SAA5030
(VI PI; this pin is capacitively-coupled with a
DC restoring diode and is externally connected to Vss.
16 DAS.7 S.7MHz Data Input - Data input
at 5.7MHz rate from SAA5030 (VIP); this pin
is capacitively-coupled with a DC restoring
diode and is externally connected to V55.

17 WE Write Enable Output - Write enable
output to control RAM write/read. This output
is the gated and delay version of the waR
from the SAA5040B, but limited to 32. A pair
of pulses which are possible before the
WACK count is equal to 32. A pair of pulses
on this output precedes the WOK pulses,
while CS is High whenever a framing code is
detected.
18 to 27 AA9 to AAO Memory Address
Outputs - Memory address outputs; 3-State
buffered outputs, open when Gl:RS is Low for
auxiliary access to the RAM address bus if
required.
N.B.: AA9 and AA8 are simultaneously High
whenever a gear bit with logic "1" is
received during DEW is High. This enables detection of gearing bit reception,
following Gl:RS reset on each line,
which always resets AAO to AA9 to logic
"0".
28 VDD Positive Supply (4.SV to S.SV)
NOTE:

Input pins other than 15 and 16 have internal 15kU
pull-up resistors for compatibility with SAA5025D
and SAA5040B output signal ranges. Pins 15 and 16
are CMOS inputs for DC restored drive from the
SAA5030 (VIP) clock and data output signals.

VIDEO
INPUT

DISPLAY
INTERFACE

2.8Vp _ p

Figure 2. Schematic Diagram of the S-Chip Decoder

December 2, 1986

SAA5045

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Signetics

SAA5050/55
Teletext Character Generator
Product Specification

Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The SAA5050 series of MaS N-channel
integrated circuits provides the video
drive signals to the television receiver
necessary to produce the teletext/viewdata display.
The SAA5050 is a 28-pin device which
incorporates a fast access character
generator ROM (4.3kbits), the logic decoding for all the teletext control characters and decoding for some of the remote control functions. The circuit generates 96 alphanumeric and 64 graphic
characters. In addition there are 32 control characters which determine the nature of the display.
The SAA5050 is suitable for direct connection to the SAA5010, SAA5012,
SAA5020 and SAA5040 Series integrated circuits.
The basic input to the SAA5050 is the
character data from the teletext page
memory. This is a 7-bit code. Each
character code defines a dot matrix
pattern. The character period is 1MS and
the character dot rate is 6MHz. The
timings are derived from the two external
input clocks F1 (1 MHz) and TR6 (6MHz)
which are amplified and re-synchronized
internally. Each character rectangle is 6
dots wide by 10 TV lines high. One dot
space is left between adjacent characters, and there is one line space left
between rows. Alphanumeric characters
are generated on a 5 X 9 matrix, allowing space for descending characters.
Each of the 64 graphic characters is
decoded to form a 2 X 3 block arrangement which occupies the complete
6 X 10 dot matrix (Figure 7). Graphics
characters may be either contiguous or
separated (Figure 8). The alphanumeric
characters are character rounded, i.e, a
half dot is inserted before or after a
whole dot in the presence of a diagonal
in a character matrix.

of the PO and DE inputs and the box
control characters (see Table 3).

PIN CONFIGURATION

The monochrome data signal can be
used to inlay characters into the television video. The use of the 32 control
characters provides information on the
nature of the display, e.g., color. These
are also used to provide other facilities
such as 'concealed display' and flashing
words, etc. The full character set is given
in Table 1.

FEATURES
• On-chip character ROM
• Contains 'character rounding'
facility
• Interprets remote control
commands
• Video output consists of R, G, B
and Y open-collector
• Provides a 'Blanking' output
• Provides a 'Superimpose' output
for use in 'Mix-mode' type
displays

TOP VIEW

TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Teletext
• Videotex
• Low cost character generator
• Display systems with windowing,
boxing, and text overlay
capabilities
• Telecaptionlng
ORDERING INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

-20·C to + 70·C

SAA5050N

28-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-117)

- 20·C to + 70·C

SAA5055N

DESCRIPTION

The character video output Signals comprise a monochrome signal and RGB
signals for a color receiver. A blanking
output signal is provided to blank out the
television video Signal under the control
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Teletext Character Generator

SM5050j55

BLOCK DIAGRAM

v..

NC

17

D1
D2
D3

14
15

D4
D5

CRS
BeS

D6
D7

20

19

TLC

26

CONTROL
CHARACTER
DETECTION
AND STORE

16

13

F1
TR6
LOSE
DEW

B

G
R

COLOR
MULTIPLEXER

~"'-=-OSI

Y~~~5f4--------------~

BLAN~~~--------------------~

DE

DATA DUM GLR

PO

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

UNIT

Voltages (with respect to Pin 1)
VDD

Supply voltage (Pin 18)

-0.3 to 7.5

V

VI

Input voltages
(all inputs + input! output)

-0.3 to 7.5

V

V01S

Output voltage (Pin 16)
(all other output s)

-0.3 to 75
-0.3 to 14.0

V

Vo

V

Temperature
TSTG

Storage temperature range

-20 to + 125

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

°C

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Teletext Character Generator

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DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS TA = 25°C and VDD = 5V, unless otherwise stated.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

VDD

Supply voltage (Pin 18)

IDD

Supply current

Typ

Max
5.5

V

85

160

mA

4.5

Inputs
Character data 01 to 07 (Pins 4 to 10)
VIH

Input voltage; High

Vil

Input voltage; Low

2.65

VDD

V

0

0.6

V

Clock Inputs Fl (Pin 20) TR6 (Pin 19)
VIH

Input voltage; High

2.65

VDD

V

Vil

Input voltage; Low

0

0.6

V

Logic Inputs DATA (Pin 3), DLiM (Pin 11),
PO (Pin 27), DE (Pin 28)

GLR (Pin 12) DEW (Pin 13), CRS (Pin 14), BCS (Pin 15), LOSE (Pin 26),

VIH

Input voltage; High

2

VDD

V

Vil

Input voltage; Low

0

0.8

V

All Inputs
IIR

Input leakage current (VI = 5.5V)

10

p.A

CI

Input capacitance

7

pF

Outputa
Character video outputs + blanking output (open-draln)3 B- (Pin 22), G- (Pin 23), R- (Pin 24), Y- (Pin 21), blanking (Pin 25)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 2mA)

0.5

V

VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 4mA)

1.0

V

VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOl = 6mA)

2.0

V

VOH

Output voltage; HighS

Cl

Output load capacitance

tF

Output fall time 1

':>tF

Variation of fall time between any outputs 1

VDD

0

13.2

V

15

pF

30

ns

20

ns

TLC (Pin 16)
VOL

Output voltage; Low (I0l = 1001lA)

VOH

Output voltage; High (-IOH = 1001lA)

0

0.5

V

2.4

VDD

V

Cl
tR

Output load capacitance

30

pF

Output rise time

Measured between 0.8V and 2.0V levels

1.0

tF

p.s

Output fall time

Measured between 0.8V and 2.0V levels

1.0

p.s

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Teletext Character Generator

SAA5050/55

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 25°C and Voo = 5V, unless otherwise stated.
LIMITS
UNIT

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Min

Typ

Max

Input!output
51 (Pin 2) (open-drain)
VIH

Input voltage; High

2.0

6.5

V

VIL

Input voltage; Low

0

0.8

V

to

JJ.A

7

pF
V

= 5.5V)

IIA

input leakage current (VI

CI

Input capacitance

VOL

Output voltage; Low (IOL

0

0.5

VOL

Output voltage; Low

0

1.0

V

CL

Output load capacitance

45

pF

VOH

Output voltage; High state2

6.5

V

= OAmA)
(IOL = 1.3mA)

Character data timing (Figure 2)
to

TR6 rising edge to F1 falling edge

fTA6

TR6 frequency

6

TR6 mark! space ratio
fFl

60
6
60:40

40:60

F1 frequency

1

F1 mark! space ratio

40:60

tCDS

Data setup time

80

IeDH

Data hold time

100

IeOG
IeOA

Delay time - character in!
character data at outputs

)

Graphics
Alphanumerics

ns
MHz

MHz
60:40
ns
ns

2.6
2.767

iJ.S
iJ.S

Display period timing (Figure 3)
tLDH

F1 falling edge to LOSE rising edge

0

250

tLOL

F1 falling edge to LOSE falling edge

0

250

ns

tOON

LOSE rising edge to 'Display on'

2.6

iJ.S

tOOFF

LOSE falling edge to 'Display off'

2.6

iJ.S

top

'Display period'

40

iJ.S

ns

Line rate timing (Figure 4)
tOGL

F1 rising edge to GLR falling edge

0

200

tOGH

F1 rising edge to GLR rising edge

0

200

tGLP

GLR Low time

loLA

ns
ns

1

iJ.S

Line start" to GLR falling edge

5

iJ.S

tLSL

Line start" to LOSE rising edge

14.5

iJ.S

tLLs

LOSE falling edge to Line start"

9.5

iJ.S

tLNP

Line period

64

iJ.S

tLHP

LOSE High time

40

iJ.S

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Teletext Character Generator

SAA5050j55

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) TA = 2SoC and Voo = SV, unless otherwise stated.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Remote data Input timing (Figure 6) Assuming Fl period

= 1p.s

and GLR period

Typ

Max

= 64p.s
jJ.s

teH

DUM clock High time 4

6.S

8

tel

DUM clock Low time

3.S

8

lOS

DATA to DUM setup time

0

14

jJ.S

tOH

DUM to DATA hold time

8

14

jJ.s

60

jJ.s

NOTES:
• Taken as falling edge of 'line sync' pulse.
1. Fall time, tF and atF. are defined as shown and are measured using the circuit shown below:
tF is measured between the 9V and 1V levels.
AtF is the maximum time difference between outputs.

2. Recommended pull-up resister for Sl is 18kn.
3. The R, G, B, Y, and blanking outputs are protected against short circuit to supply rails.
4. There is no maximum DUM cycle time, provided the DUM duty cycle is such that the tCl max requirement is not exceeded.
5. With maximum pull-up voltage applied to R, G, B, and BLAN outputs the leakage current will not exceed 20pA with the outputs in the off state.
+12V

3"
OUTPUT
PIN

.~

CLAMP

G~

+1
+1

February 2S, 1987

r

15pF

vss

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Teletext Character Generator

SPECIAL FEATURES
Flash Oscillator
The circuit generates a 0.75Hz signal with a
3:1 on/off ratio to provide the flashing character facility.

Power-On Reset
When the supply voltage is switched on, the
character generator will reset to TV, conceal,
and not superimpose modes.

Character Rounding
The character rounding function is different
for the small and double height characters. In
both cases the ROM is accessed twice during
the character period of 1MS. The dot information of two rows is then compared to detect
the presence of any diagonal in the character
matrix and to determine the positioning of the
character rounding half dots.
For small characters, rounding is always referenced in the same direction (I.e., row before
in even fields and row after in odd fields as
determined by the CRS signal).
For double height characters, rounding is
always referenced alternately up and down,
changing every line using an internally-generated signal. (The CRS signal is 'a' for the odd
field and '1' for the even field of an interlaced
TV picture).

Graphics Decoder
The 64 graphic characters are decoded directly from the character data inputs and
appear on a 2 x 3 matrix. Figure 7 gives
details of the graphics decoding.

APPLICATION DATA
The function is quoted against the corresponding pin numbers.
1 Vss Ground -

OV.

2 Si Superimpose - This is a dual purpose
input! output pin. The output is an open drain
transistor (capable of sinking current to Vss),
which is in the conducting state when superimpose mode is selected. This allows contrast reduction of the TV picture in superimpose mode, if required. If the pin is held low,
the internal 'TV mode' flip-flop is held in the
'text' state. This is for VDU applications when
the remote control is not used.

3 DATA Remote Control Data - This
input accepts a 7-bit serial data stream from
the remote control decoder. This data contains the teletext and viewdata remote control
functions. The nominal data rate is 32MS/bit.
The command codes used in the SAA5050
are shown in Table 2.
4,5,6,7,8, 9, 10 01 to 07 Character Data
- These inputs accept a 7-bit parallel data
code from the page memory. This data selects the alphanumeric characters, the graphics characters and the control characters.
The alphanumeric addresses are ROM column addresses, the graphics and control data
are decoded internally.
11 DllM - This input receives a clock
signal from the remote control decoder and
this signal is used to clock remote control
data into the SAA5050. The positive-going
edge of every second clock pulse is nominally
in the center of each remote control data bit
(Figure 6).
12 GlR General line Reset - This input
signal from the SAA5020 Timing Chain is
required for internal synchronization of remote control data signals.
13 DEW Data Entry Window - This input
signal from the SAA5020 Timing Chain is
required to reset the internal ROM row address counter prior to the display period. It is
also used internally to derive the 'flash' period.
14 CRS Character Rounding Select This input signal from the SAA5020 Timing
Chain is required for correct character rounding of displayed characters (normal height
characters only).
15 BCS Big Character Select - This input
from the SAA5040 Teletext Acquisition and
Control device allows selection of large characters by remote control.
16 TlC Transmitted large Characters This output to the SAA5020 Timing Chain
enables double height characters to be displayed as a result of control characters stored
in the page memory.
18 Voo +5V Supply - This is the power
supply input to the circuil.

19 TR6 - This input is a 6MHz signal from
the SAA5020 Timing Chain used as a character dot rate clock.
20 F1 - This input is a 1MHz equal mark/
space ratio signal from the SAA5020 Timing
Chain. It is used to latch the 7-bit parallel
character data into the input latches. It is also
used to synchronize an internal divide-by-6
counter. The F1 signal is internally synchronized with TR6.
21 Y Output - This is a video output signal
which is active in the high state containing
character dot information for TV display. The
output is an open drain transistor capable of
sinking current to Vss.
22, 23, 24 B, G, R Outputs - These are
the Blue, Green and Red Character video
outputs to the TV display circuits. They are
active high and contain both character and
background color information. The outputs
are open drain transistors capable of sinking
current to Vss.
25 BlAN Blanking - This active high output signal provides TV picture video blanking.
It is active for the duration of a box when
Picture On and Display Enable are high. It is
also activated permanently for normal teletext
display when no TV picture is required (PO
low). The output is an open drain transistor
capable of sinking current to Vss. Full details
are given in Table 3.
26 lOSE load Output Shift Register Enable - This input signal from the SAA5020
Timing Chain resets the internal control character flip-flops prior to the start of each
display line. It also defines the character
display period.
27 PO Picture On - This input signal from
the SAA5040 Teletext Acquisition and Control device is used to control the character
video and blanking outputs. When PO is high,
only text in boxes is displayed unless in
superimpose mode. The input is high for TV
picture video on, low for picture off (see Table
3).

28 DE Display Enable - This input signal
from the SAA5040 Teletext Acquisition and
Control device is used to enable the teletext
display. The input is high for teletext display
enabled. Low for display cancelled (see Table
3).

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Teletext Character Generator

SAA5050j55

TAe

~~
1D.8V---J/

\~---'/

~1.5V

F1

\ . . . ._-J/

CHARACTER
DATA INPUTS

01-07

I

-------------I~~.

t--------------IcDA -

CHARACTER 'n' DISPLAV~
PERIOD
FOR GRAPHICS

I

CHARACTER 'n'
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _~.~ DISPL~~:ERIOD
ALPHANUMERICS

Figure 2. Character Data Timing (for Typical 4O-Character Display)

F1

LOSE
DISPLAY
PERIOD

f+-------~'DP---------__.j

Figure 3. Character Period Timing (for Typical 40-Gharacter Display)

F1

~

2.0V.;:r-

\\...!:!:!.J/

GLR

\.

GLR

LOSE

/

II \ U~------------------~I
/
I UI

+

loLA

1.5V

r-

tLLS

M I

I

~I

I

'Gep

t

1.5V

1.5V

I

~f-(L~/N~E~S~T~A~R~T)~.--~------tLNP------------..!...---<~~I

f-I

NOTE:
*Takan as falling edge of line sync pulse.

Figure 4. Line Rate Clocks (for Une Period of 64fJ8)

February 25. 1987

1!'-_-+1__

'LSL---~+-I·O----------'LHP---------<~~I

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Teletext Character Generator

n

6
DEW

_ _- - - '

CRS

SAA5050j55

n

22

318

1-_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _--'

335

'---

I

REFER TO
L.._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _--' NUMBERS
TYPICAL TV LINE NUMBER

313

Figure 5. Field Rate Clocks (for Field Period of 20ms, 312 h Lines per Field)

Figure 6. Remote Control Input Timing

o----l~·----;·~I

" ".
'I .

1

b,

b2

b,

b.

b.

t>,

l

!
I

1
10TV

1

NOTES:
Each cell is illuminated if the particular 'bit' (b1. b2. ba. b4. bs. or b7) is a '1'.
For graphics characters be is always a '1' (see Table 1).

Figure 7. Graphics Character

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Teletext Character Generator

SAA5050j55

KEY
ALPHANUMERICS AND
GRAPHICS 'SPACE'
CHARACTER 0000010

ALPHANUMERICS
CHARACTER 1011010

ALPHANUMERICS DR
BLAST-THROUGH
ALPHANUMERICS
CHARACTER 0001001

ALPHANUMERICS
CHARACTER 1111111

CONTIGUOUS GRAPHICS
CHARACTER 0110111

SEPARATED GRAPHICS
CHARACTER 0110111

SEPARATED GRAPHICS
CHARACTER 1111111

CONTIGUOUS GRAPHICS
CHARACTER 1111111

II
I

---+--I

I
I

r---+--I
I

1
Figure 8. Character Format

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~ BACKGROUND

~COLOR

D

DISPLAY
COLOR

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Teletext Character Generator

SAA5050/55

Table 1. Character Data Input Decoding

0000
00 01

Alphan
Red

oio

Alpha"

10

Green

I

0\0 1 1

i

0 " 00

I.

o!,

01

5

10

6

I

I
oi'
i

I

oi1
!

1 1

I

I

11 000
1100 1
I

, iO 1 0

,101 1
I
1 1 00
, 1 0 1

11 10

11 "

15

NOTES:
Control characters shown in columns 0 and 1 are normally displayed as spaces.
The SAA5050 character set is shown as example. Details of character sets are given in Figures 9 and 10.
* These control characters are reserved for compatability with other data codes.
U
These control characters are presumed before each row begins.
Codes may be referred to by their column and row, e.g., 2/5 refers to %.

D

Character rectangle
Black represents display color.
White represents background.

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SAA5050/55

Table 2. Remote Control Command Codes Used in the SAA5050
b7

b6

b5

CODE
b,

0
X
X
1
X
X
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
X
X
1
1
X
0
1
X
0
1
X
Any command apart

ba

b2

X
X
X
X
X
X
1
1
1
1
1
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
0
1
1
1
0
1
from reveal set

bl
X
X
0
1
X
X
0
1

COMMAND

FUNCTION

'TV' mode
'Text' mode
Superimpose
Teletext
'TV'mode
Viewdata mode
Reveal
Reveal set

Allows text on top row of display only
Allows text throughout display period
Sets Superimpose mode
Resets Superimpose mode
Resets Superimpose mode
Resets Superimpose mode
Reveals for time-out3
Sets Reveal mode3
Resets Reveal mode3

NOTES:
X = Don't care.
1. When the power is applied, the SAA5050 is set into the 'TV' mode and reset out of Superimpose and Reveal modes.
2. 'Text' mode is selected when Si (Pin 2) is held low.
3. Reveal mode allows display of text previously concealed by 'conceal display' control characters.

Table 3. Conditions Affecting Display 3
INPUTS

CONTROL DATA

Picture On
(PO)

Display Enable
(DE)

Superimpose
Mode

(a) 1
(b) 0
(e) 0
(d) 1
(e) 1
(f) 1
(g) 1

0
1
0
1
1
1
1

1 or 0
1 or 0
1 or 0
0
1
1
0

OUTPUTS

Box

Text Display Enabled
(I.e., R, G, B, Y outputs)

Blanking

1 or 0
1 or 0
1 or 0
0
0
1
1

0
1
02
0
1
1
1

0
1
1
0
0
1
1

NOTES:
1. For TV mode (Picture On = '1', Superimpose mode not allowed) rows (a), (d), and (g) of Table 3 refer to display row 0 only. For all other rows text
display is disabled and Blanking = '0'.
2. The R, G, B outputs may contain character and background color information. The only exception is that background colors are inhibited when
Blanking = '0'.
3. Valid during display period only (see Figure 5); otherwise no character or background information is displayed as blanKing is determined by the Picture
On. (No blanking if PO = '1').

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SM5050j55

Figure 9. SAA5050 Character Set (English)

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SAA5050j55

Figure 10. SAA5050 Character Set (US ASCII)

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SAA5230

Signetics

Teletext Video Processor
Product Specification

Linear Products
PIN CONFIGURATION

DESCRIPTION

FEATURES

The SAA5230 is a bipolar integrated
circuit intended as a successor to
SAA5030. It extracts teletext data from
the video signal, regenerates teletext
clock, and synchronizes the text display
to the television syncs. The integrated
circuit is intended to work in conjunction
with CCT (SAA5040, Computer Con·
trolled Teletext), EUROM SAA5350 or
other compatible devices.

• Adaptive data slicer
• Data clock regenerator
• Sync separator, line phase
detector, and 6MHz VCO forming
display phase-locked loop (PLL)
• Performs all of the functions of
the SAA5030 except field sync.
integration and signal quality
detection
• When used with the SAA5240, a
microprocessor-controlled
teletext/data acquisition system
can be easily implemented
• Good data slicing capability in
the presence of echoes and
noise with high-frequency loss
compensation
• On-chip clock regeneration
circuitry can operate with
different data rates
• On-chip PLL allows display to be
easily locked to a VCR
• Minimal number of external
components/adjustments

N Package
SYNCOUT 1

VIDEO IN,

LEVEL SEL

HFFILTER

3

STOREHF

4

STORE

AMPLITUDE
ZERO

t~~~E

23

~P.klt~ CAP

17

~~~~UT (F6)

EX DATA IN 7

DATA
TIMING
STORE
PHASE

TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Teletext
• Data slicing and clock
regeneration
• Phase locking with incoming
video

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°C to + 70°C

SAA5230N

28·Pin Plastic DIP (SOT·117)

II

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Vcc

Supply voltage (Pin 16)

RATING

UNIT

13.2

V

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to + 150

°C

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-25 to +70

°C

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Teletext Video Processor

BLOCK DIAGRAM

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Teletext Video Processor

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Vcc = 12V; TA = 25'C with external components as shown in Figure 1.
unless otherwise specified.

LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER

Vce

Supply voltage

Icc

Supply current

Min

Typ

Max

10.8

12.0

13.2

70

V
mA

Video Input and sync separator
V27 - 13(P·P)
V27 - 13(P·P)

Video input amplitude (sync to white)
Pin 2 Low
Pin 2 High

IZ81

Source impedance

V27 -13(P·P)

Sync amplitude

0.7
1.75

1
2.5

1.4
3.5

V
V

250

n

1

V

Video level select Input
V2-13

Input voltage Low

a

0.8

V

V2- 13

Input voltage High

2.0

5.5

V

'2

Input current Low

a

-150

p.A

12

Input current High

0

1

mA

Text composite sync Input (TCS)
V28 - 13

Input voltage Low

0

0.8

V

V28 - 13

Input voltage High

2.0

7.0

V

Scan composite sync input (SCS)
V28-13

Input voltage Low

0

1.5

V

V28 - 13

Input voltage High

3.5

7.0

V

-100
+5

p.A
p.A

Select video sync from Pin 1
128
128

Input current
V, = 0 to 7V
V, = 10V to Vee

-40
-5

-70

Video composite sync output (YCS)
V25-13

Output voltage Low

0

0.4

V

V25-13

Output voltage High

2.4

5.5

V

125

Output DC current Low

0.5

mA

125

Output DC current High

-1.5

mA

to

Sync separator delay time

0.5

/ls
!

Dual polarity buffer output
V1(p·P)

fCS sync amplitude

V1(p.P)

Video sync amplitude

11

Output current

V1
V1

DC output voltage
RL to ground (OV)
RL to Vee (12V)

January 14. 1987

0.45

-3
1.4
10.1

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V
1

V

+3

mA
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SAA5230

Teletext Video Processor

DC AND AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) vcc = 12V; TA = 25°C with external components as
shown in Figure 1. unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Sandcastle input

V22
V22

Phase-lock pulse
PL on (Low)
PL off (High)

0
3.9

3
5.5

V
V

V22
V22

Blanking pulse
CBB on (Low)
CBB off (High)

0
1.0

0.5
5.5

V
V

122

Input current

-10

+10

".A

PLL

tp
tp

Line sync timing
pulse width (using composite video)
pulse width (using scan composite sync)

tp

Pulse duration
period PL must be Low to make VCO free-run

2
3

II-S
".s

100

II-S

SMHz-VCO (FS)

V17(p.P)

AC output voltage

1

V17 - 13

DC output voltage

4

2

3
8

V

tA. tF

Rise and fall time

20

40

ns

C17-13

Load capacitance

40

pF

V

V

VCR

V1O-13

VCR-mode on (Low)

0

0.8

V10-13

VCR-mode off (High)

2.0

Vee

V

110

Input current

-10

+10

".A

Data amplitude of video input
Pin 2 Low
Pin 2 High

0.30
0.75

0.46
1.15

0.70
1.75

V
V

3

4

V

Data slicer

V27
V27

Teletext clock output

V14(P_P)

AC output voltage

2

V14 - 13

DC output voltage

4

CL

Load capacitance

tA. tF

Rise and fall times

tD

Delay of falling edge relative to other edges of TID

8

V

40

pF

20

30

45

ns

-20

0

+20

ns

3.0

4.0

V

Teletext data output

V15(P-P)

AC output voltage

2.0

V15-13

DC output voltage

4

CL

Load capacitance

tA

= tF

Rise and fall times

January 14. 1987

20

13-64

30

8

V

40

pF

45

ns

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Product Specification

Teletext Video Processor

SAA5230

r-lJ.F

r:.~

'.F

470

~

3.3.

~i" {-

~h-

.f.L
+

Yee

·'TnF

TCS
SANDCASTLE

INPUT
1.2k

COMPOSITE

VIDEO
INPUT

-H

YCS

-f"l6.

onF

2.

127

f."F
26

~220
25

t

PF

24

56.

:

23

22

SYNCOUT ......-

21

pF
10

20

\-1
3·

F6

TTD

H

19

1,•

17

16

1,5

SAA5230

~'

10
TTC

I

f,·

T

I

-b
X'" 13.875MHz

VCR

"''''' XTAL
13.875MHz

2•

r

'5pF

DATA
INPUT

Figure 1. Test and Application Circuit

APPLICATION DATA
The function Is quoted against the corresponding pin number.
1 Sync output to TV - Output with dual
polarity buffer, a load resistor to OV or + 12V
selects positive-going or negative-going
syncs.
2 Video Input Level Select - Low level
selects 1V Input video level. With no connection, level floats High, selecting 2.5V level.
3 HF Filter - A capacitor connected to this
pin filters the video signal for the HF loss
compensator.
4 Store HF - The HF amplitude is stored by
a capacitor connected to this pin.
5 Store Amplitude - Store capacitor stores
the amplitude for the adaptive data slicer.
6 Store Zero Level - Store capacitor
stores the zero level for the adaptive data
slicer.
7 External Data Input - Current input for
sliced teletext data from external device.
Active High level (current), low impedance
input.
8 Data Timing - A capacitor is connected
to this pin for timing of the adaptive data
slicer.
January 14, 19B7

9 Store Phase - A capacitor connected to
this pin stores the output signal from the
clock phase detector.
10 Video Tape Recorder Mode (VCR) Signal input to command Pll into (short time
constant mode), enable text to synchronize to
a video tape recorder. Active is Low. If not
connected, the level is High.
11 Crystal - A 13.B75MHz crystal (2 X
data rate) in series with a capacitor is connected to this pin.
12 Clock Filter - A filter for the clock signal
is connected to this pin (6.938MHz).
13 Ground (OV)
14 Teletext Clock Output - TIC for CCT
(Computer Controlled Teletext).
15 Teletext Data Output -

TID for CCT.

16 Supply Voltage Vee +12V.

Typical value

17 F6 - 6MHz output clock for timing and
sandcastle generation in CCT.
18 Oscillator Output (6MHz) - A seriesresonant circuit is connected between this pin
and Pin 20 to control the nominal frequency
of the VCO.

13·65

19 Filter 2 - A filter for the line phase
detector is connected to this pin. The filter
has a short time constant and is used In video
recorder mode and while the loop is locking
up.
20 OSCillator Input (6MHz) -

See Pin 1B.

21 Filter 1 - A long time constant filter for
the line phase detector Is connected to this
pin.
22 Sandcastle Input - This input accepts a
sandcastle waveform, which is formed from
PL and CBB from the CCT. For signal timing,
see Figure 2.
23 Pulse Timing Resistor - A connected
resistor defines the current for the pulse
generator.
24 Pulse Timing Capacitor - A connected
capacitor is used for timing of the pulse
generator.
25 VCS Output - Video composite sync
output signal for CCT.
26 Black Level - A capacitor connected to
this pin stores the black level for the adaptive
sync separator.
27 Composite Video Input - The composite video is fed to this input via a clamp
capacitor.

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Product Specification

SAA5230

Teletext Video Processor

sync circuit. SCS is expected if there is no
load resistor at Pin 1.

28 Sync Input - Input for text composite
sync (TCS) from CCT or SCS from external

VIDEO

SIGNAL~
(PIN 27)

-----,

r--------- SV

I

SANDCASTLE
INPUT
(PIN 22)

o

2V

~----~I---------------------------------~
I
1.5

4.7

33.5

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Figure 2. Sandcastle Waveform and Timing

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SAA5350
Single-Chip Color CRT
Controller (625-line System)
Product Specification

Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The SAA5350 EUROM1 is a single-chip
VLSI NMOS CRT controller capable of
handling all display functions required by
the CEPT videotex terminal, model A4.
Only minimal hardware is required to
produce a videotex terminal using EUROM - the simplest configuration
needs just a microcontroller and 4kB of
display memory.

• Programmable local status row
• Three synchronization modes:

FEATURES
• Minimal additional hardware
required
• Screen formats of 40/80
character by 1-to-25 row display
• 512 alphanumeric or graphic
characters on-chip or extendable
off-chip
• Serial attribute storage (STACK)
and parallel attribute storage
• Dynamically redefinable character
(ORCS) capability over full field
• Interlaces with 8/16-blt
microprocessors with optional
direct memory access
• On-chip scroll map minimizes
data to be transferred when
scrolling

• On-chip timing composite sync
output
• Zoom feature which allows the
height of any group of rows to
be increased to enhance legibility

• On-chip color map RAM followed
by three non-linear digltal-toanalog converters which
compensate for CRT non-linearity
• Memory interface capable of
supporting multi-page terminals.
EUROM can access up to 128kB
of display memory
• Programmable cursor

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package

- stand-alone: built-in oscillator operating
with an external 6M Hz crystal

Voo
RN(S/R)

- simple slave: directly synchronized from
the source of text composite sync

AS

- phase-locked slave: indirect synchronization allows picture-in·text displays
(e.g., VCRIVLP video with text overlay)

DTACK

APPLICATIONS

SA

LOS

ijjjS

FS/DDA
A10/D9

AJl/D7

• Videotex
• Teletext
• Microprocessor-controlled display
systems
• General purpose CRT controller
applications
• Display systems requiring the
display of text, graphics, and
analog video In the same video
frame

A7/D6

A6!05
A5/D4

VDs

M/D3
A3/D2
A21Dl
Al/DO

Vss
TOP VIEW

ORDERING INFORMATION
f--_ _ _D_E_S_C_R_I_PT_I_O_N_ _ _ _f--_T_EM_P_ER_A_T_U_R_E_R_A_N_G_E_+-_O_R_D_E_R_C_O_D_E--j
-20°C to +70°C
SAA5350N
______________
________

Plastic DIP (SOT-129)
L40-Pin
-________
__
__
~

~

~

~

~

NOTE:
1. For a 525-line system, please use the SAA5355. Data sheets are available upon request.
NOTICE: The SAA5350 will be replaced during 1987 by an upgraded SAA5351. Please consult factory for production status

January 14, 1987

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Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

SAA5350

PIN DESCRIPTIONS
PIN NO.

SYMBOL

1

TEST

2

BUFEN

3

RE

4 to 19

A16 to Al/D15 to DO

DESCRIPTION

Input to be connected to Vss
Buffer enable input to the B-bit link-through buffer
Register enable input. This enables Alto A6 and UDS as inputs, and D8 to D15
as input! outputs
Multiplexed address and data bus input! outputs. These pins also function as the 8bit link-through buffer

20

Vss

Ground (OV)

21

REF

Analog reference input

22
23
24

iJ

Analog outputs (signals are gamma-corrected)

25

iJDS

Switching output for dot, screen (row), box, and window video data; for use when
video signal is present (e.g., from TV, VLP, alpha + photographic layer). This output
is Low for TV display and High for text and will interface directly with a number of
color decoder ICs (e.g., TDA3560, TDA3505)

26

OD

Output disable causing R, G, B, and VDS outputs to go to high-impedance state.
Can be used at dot-rate

27

CLKO

12MHz clock output for hard-copy dot synchronization (referenced to output dots)

28

SAND

Sandcastle feedback output for SAA5230 teletext video processor or other circuil.
Used when the display must be locked to the video source (e.g., VLP). The
phase-lock part of the sandcastle waveform can be disabled to .allow free-running
of the SAA5230 phase-locked loop

29

Fl/6

30

F6

31

VCS/OSCO

32

TCS

33

FS/DDA

34

UDS

35

LDS

36

DTACK

1MHz or 6MHz output
6MHz clock input (e.g., from SAA5230). Internal AC coupling is provided.
Video composite sync input (e.g., from SAA5230) for phase reference of vertical
display timing when locking to a video source (e.g., VLP) or in stand-alone sync
mode, output from internal oscillator circuit (fixed frequency)
Text composite sync input!output depending on master/slave status
Field sync pulse output or defined-display-area flag output (both referenced to
output dots)
Upper data strobe input! output
Lower data strobe output
Data transfer acknowledge (open drain output)

37

BR

Bus request to microprocessor (open drain output)

38

AS

Address strobe output to external address latches

39

R/W (S/R)

40

Voo

January 14, 19B7

Read/write input!output. Also serves as send/receive for the link-through buffer
Positive supply voltage (+ 5V)

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Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

SAA5350

BLOCK DIAGRAM
SAND
CLKO

BUFEN RNi (SIR)
F1/6

TCi

TEST

iiE

Voo

AS

vest
OSCO

DRCSDOT&
MODE DATA

SHIFT REGISTER

COLOR MAP

ROM
DOT DATA

ROW BUFFER

ATTRIBUTE
LOGIC

2t

DIGITAL-TO-

CHARACTER
ROM

REF

ANALOG
CONVERTER

25

VDs

24

R

23

G

22

B

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Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

SM5350

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

RATING

UNIT

Voo

Supply voltage range (Pin 40)

PARAMETER

-0.3 to +7.5

V

VIMAX

Maximum input voltage (except F6,
TCS, REF)

-0.3 to +7.5

V

VIMAX

Maximum input voltage (F6, TCS)

-0.3 to + 10.0

V

VREF

Maximum input voltage (REF)

-0.3 to +3.0

V

VOMAX

Maximum output voltage

-0.3 to +7.5

V

lOMAX

Maximum output current

10

mA

TA

Operating ambient temperature range

-20 to +70

'C

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +125

'C

NOTE;
Outputs other than CLKO, OSCO, R, G, B, and VOS are short·circuit protected.

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Voo=5V ±10%; VSs=OV; TA=-20 to +70'C, unless otherwise specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

4.5

5.0

Max

Supply

Voo

Supply voltage (Pin 40)

100

Supply current (Pin 40)

5.5

V

350

mA

V

Inputs F6 1
Slave modes (Figure 1)

VI(P.P)

Input voltage (peak-to-peak value)

1.0

7.0

±Vcc

Input peaks relative to 50% duty factor

0.2

3.5

V

III

Input leakage current at VI =

20

fJ.A

CI

Input capacitance

12

pF

a to

10V; TA = 25'C

Stand-alone mode (Figure 2)

C1

Series capacitance of crystal

28

Co

Parallel capacitance of crystal

7.1

RR

Resonance resistance of crystal

G

Gain of circuit

pF
pF
60

n

TBD

VIV

V

BUFEN, RE, 00

VIL

Input voltage Low

a

0.8

VIH

Input voltage High

2.0

6.5

V

II

Input current at VI =

-10

+10

fJ.A

CI

Input capacitance

7

pF

2.7

V

a to

Voo + 0.3V; TA = 25'C

REF (Figure 3)

a

VREF

Input voltage

RREF

Resistance (Pin 21 to Pin 20) with REF supply and R, G, B
outputs OFF

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125

n

Signetics Linear Products

Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

voo = 5V ± 10%; Vss
specified.

= OV;

TA

SAA5350

= -20

to + 70'C, unless otherwise

LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Outputs
SAND
VOH

Output voltage high level at 10 = 0 to -30fJA

4.2

Val

Output voltagp. intermediate level at 10 = -30 to + 30fJA

1.3

VOL

Output voltage low level at 10

CL

Load capacitance

= 0.2mA

Voo

V

2.7

V

0.2

V

30

pF

2.4

Voo

V

0

0.4

V

50

pF

2.4

Voo

V

0

0.4

V

200

pF

0

2.0

F1/6, CLKO, DDA/FS
VOH

Output voltage High at 10H = -200fJA

VOL

Output voltage Low at 10L = 3.2mA

CL

Load capacitance

LOS, AS

= -200fJA

VOH

Output voltage High at 10H

VOL

Output voltage Low at 10L = 3.2mA

CL

Load capacitance

DTACK, BR (open-drain outputs)
VOL

Output voltage Low at 10L = 3.2mA

CL

Load capacitance

COFF

Capacitance (OFF state)

0

0.4

V

150

pF

7

pF

0.4

V

R, G, B2

= -1 OOJJA;
10L = 2mA

VOH

Output voltage High at 10H

VOL

Output voltage Low at

VREF

= 2.7V3

2.4

V

ROBL

Output resistance during line blanking

150

n

COFF

Output capacitance (OFF state)

12

pF

10FF

Output leakage current (OFF state) at VI
TA = 25'C

-10

+10

JJA

=0

to Voo + 0.3V;

VDS

= -250JJA

VOH

Output voltage High AT 10H

2.4

Voo

V

VOL

Output voltage Low at 10L = 2mA

0

0.4

V

VOL

Output voltage Low at 10L = 1mA

0

0.2

V

10FF

Output leakage current (OFF state) at VI
TA = 25'C

-10

+10

JJA

2.0

6.0

V

0

O.B

V

-10

+10

fJA

10

pF

=0

to Voo+ 0.3V;

Input/Outputs
VCS/OSCO
VIH

Input voltage High

VIL

Input voltage Low

II

Input current (output OFF) at VI

CI

Input capacitance

January 14, 19B7

=0

to Voo + 0.3V; TA = 25'C

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Signetlcs Linear Products

Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-line System)

SAA5350

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued) Voo=5V ±10%; vss=ov; TA=-20 to +70·C, unless otherwise
specified.
LIMITS
SYMBOL

UNIT

PARAMETER
Min

Typ

Max

TCS
VIH

Input voltage High

3.5

10.0

VIL

Input voltage Low

0

1.5

V

II

Input current at VI

-10

+10

pA

10

pF

2.4

6.0

V

0

0.4

V

50

pF

V

= 0 to Voo + 0.3V; TA = 25·C

CI

Input capacitance

VOH

Output voltage High at IOH

VOL

= -200 to
Output voltage Low at IOL = 3.2mA

CL

Load capacitance

100pA

V

AllDO to A16/D15, UDS, R/W
VIL

Input voltage Low

0

0.8

VIH

Input voltage High

2.0

6.0

V

II

Input current at VI

-10

+10

IlA

10

pF

2.4

Voo

V

0

0.4

V

200

pF

= 0 to Voo + 0.3V; TA = 25·C

CI

Input capacitance

VOH

Output voltage High at IOH

VOL

= -2OOIlA
Output voltage Low at IOL = 3.2mA

CL

Load capacitance

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Product Specification

SAA5350

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-line System)

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Timing F6 (Figure 1)
tR, tF

Aise and fall times

10

80

ns

fF6

Frequency

5,9

6.1

MHz

CLKO, F1/6, R, G, B, Y~S, FS/OOA, 004.

5

(see Figure 4)

tcLKH

CLKO High time

30

ns

tCLKL

CLKO Low time

20

ns

tCLKR
tCLKF

CLKO rise and fall times

10

tVCH

CLKO High to A, G, B, VDS change

10

tvoc

A, G, B, VDS valid to CLKO rise

10

tcov

CLKO High to A, G, B,

ns
ns
ns

VDS valid

60

ns

tFOD

CLKO High to A, G, B, VDS floating after OD fall

30

ns

tvs

Skew between outputs A, G, B, VDS

20

ns

tVR, tVF

A, G, B, VDS rise and fall times

30

ns

tAOD

CLKO High to A, G, B, VDS active after OD rise

tCOD

CLKO High to FS/DDA change

tooc

FS/DDA valid to CLKO rise

tF1H

F1 High time6

500

ns

tF1L

F1 Low time6

500

ns

tF6H

F6 High time

83

ns

tF6L

F6 Low time

83

tODS

OD to CLKO rise setup

45

ns

tODH

OD to CLKO High hold

0

ns

Memory access tlmlng7 ,

8, 9

0

ns
55

ns
ns

5

ns

(see Figure 5)

UOS, LOS, AS
tCYC

Cycle time

tSM

UDS High to bus-active for address output

75

ns

tASU

Address valid setup to AS fall

20

ns

tASH

Address valid hold from AS Low

20

ns

tAFS

Address float to UDS fall

0

ns

tATD

AS Low to UDS fall delay

50

ns

tHOS

UDS, LDS High time

220

ns

tLOS

UDS, LDS Low time

200

ns

500

ns

tHAs

AS High time

125

ns

tLAS

AS Low time

320

ns

tAUH

AS Low to UDS High

305

ns

tosu

Data valid setup to UDS rise

30

ns

tOSH

Data valid hold from UDS High

0

ns

tuAS

UDS High as

AS

0

tAFA

AS Low to data valid

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rise delay

ns
270

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ns

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Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-line System)

SAA5350

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
LIMITS
PARAMETER

SYMBOL

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

Link-through buffers7• 8 (see Figure S)
tSEA

BUFEN Low to output valid

100

ns

tLTO

Link-through delay time

85

ns

tlFR

Input data float prior to direction change

toFR

Output float after direction change

SO

ns

tSEO

Output float after BUFEN High

SO

ns

a

ns

Microprocessor READ from EUROM (Figure 7)

a

tRUO

R/W High setup to UDS fall

tUOA

UOS Low to returned-data access time

210

ns
ns

tREA

RE LOW to returned data access time

210

ns

tOTL

Data valid to DTACK Low delay

20

toLU

DTACK Low to UDS rise

tOTR

DDS

tOSA

UDS High to address hold

a
a
a

tOSH

UDS High to data hold

10

ns

tSRE

UDS High to RE rise

10

ns

tUOR

UDS High to R/W fall

a

toso

UDS Low to DTACKLow

190

tAUL

Address valid to UDS fall

a

ns

High to DTACK rise

ns
ns
50

ns
ns

ns
2S0

ns

Microprocessor WRITE to EUROM (Figure 8)
twCY

Write cycle time 10

500

ns

twuo

R/W Low setup to UDS fall

a

ns

tREs

RE Low to UDS fall

30

ns

tASS

Address valid to UDS fall

30

ns

tLUS

UDS Low time

100

ns

toss

Data valid to UDS rise

80

tOTA

UDS Low to DTACK Low

tOLU

DTACK Low to UDS rise

tOTR

UDS High to DTACK rise

tOSH

UDS High to data hold

tOSA

UDS High to address hold

a
a
a
a
a

tSRE

UDS High to RE rise

10

ns

tuow

UDS High to R/W rise

0

ns

ns
SO

ns
ns

50

ns
ns
ns

F1/6 to memory access cycle (Figure 9)

tUF6

UDS High to FS (component of F1/S) rise

20

ns

tF6U

FS (component of F1/S) High to UDS rise

40

ns

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Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

SAA5350

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
SYMBOL

I

PARAMETER

Synchronization and blanking TCS, SAND, FS/DDA

I See Figure 10 for timing relationships and Figure 11 for vertical
sync and blanking waveforms.

I
I
I

LIMITS
Min

I
I

Typ

I
I

Max

I
I

UNIT

I

NOTES:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Pin 30 must be biased externally as it is internally AC-coupled.
16-level analog voltage outputs.
Output voltage guaranteed when programmed for top level.
CLKO, R, G, B, F1/6, VDS: CL = 25pF; FlllimA: CL = 50pF.
CLKO, F1/6, VDS, Fll/EiDA: reference levels = 0.8 to 2.0V; R, G, B: reference levels = 0.8 to 2.0V with VREF = 2.7V.
These times may momentarily be reduced to a nominal 83ns in slave~sync mode at the moment of resynchronization.
CL = 150pF.
Reference levels = 0.8 to 2.0V.
F6 input at 6MHz.
Microprocessor write cycle times of less than 500n8 are permitted but often result in wait states being generated; the precise timing of DTACK will
then depend on the internal synchronization time.

1----111.. - - - - 1

Figure 1. F6 Input Waveform

c,
30
F6

1M

LI-----'

NOTE:
1. Catalog number of crystal: 4322 143 04101.

a. Oscillator Circuit for SAA5350
Stand-Alone Sync Mode

b. Equivalent Circuit of Crystal at
Resonance (see Characteristics for
Values)
Figure 2

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SAA5350

~--------------------~u---------------------~

R. G, OR B ANALOG

OUTPUT

Figure 3. Circuit ArrBngement Giving One-of-Slxteen Reference Voltage Levels for the R, G or B Analog Outputs

Figure 4. Video TIming

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Product Specification

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Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

~15

Al-A18

f-.....

-f"

/

ADDRESS
OUTPUT

1- 1_ -

I

\

-

_ 1.... -

t.TO

.....

-~~

tu>.

UDS.
f--IASU-

DATA INPUT

_IDIU-

"'os

LOS

SAA5350

t...

i--'uAs

IAU"

~-------------------~----------------------~

~-----------------------------------~~------------------------------~~
Figure 5. Memory Access Timing

WF2Q210S

Figure 6. Timing of Link·Through Buffers

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SAA5350

ADDRESS VALID

tAUL

~------------t~--------------~

1------------ Ioso --------+-~

~I-.- t R £ A - - t

__

Figure 7. Timing of Microprocessor Read From EUROM

A,/Oo -

ADDRESS VALID

~~~~~~~~~~~~

AgIO 8 -

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A18"D15 ......

DATA INPUT

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~-----tDSS----~

I-------ILUS---------.l

~-----IDLU------l"i
tUDW

Re

-.=--~
't-

Is••

Figure 8. Timing of Microprocessor Write to EUROM
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Product Specification

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

SAA5350

F1/6

Figure 9. Timing of F1/6 to Memory Access Cycle

,:

TCS~

(LINE SYNC COMPONENT)

SANO-n
(SANDCASTLE OUTPUT
INCLUDING PHASE LOCK)

I

1---t---!

SANO-r(SANOCASTLE OUTPUT
WITHOUT PHASE LOCK)

ov

I
I

FS/ODA
(DDASHOWN)

1.5p.

4.75",8

8.5pa

16.5pa

56.5,..

2V

ov
2V

I
O~8

sv
2V

OV

64,..

NOTE:
1. All timings are nominal and assume fFS::= SMHz.

Figure 10. Timing of Synchronization and Blanking Outputs

I " " - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - F I E L O BLANKING (25 LINES + LINE B L A N K I N G ) - - - - - - - - - - - - -......-l
5 EQUALIZING 5 BROAD
PULSES
PULSES

(2'HINE:
END OF 4TH FIELD (ODD)

I

5 EQUALIZING
PULSES

1..(2'. LINES)

I

(2% LINES)

I

START OF 1ST FIELD (EVEN)

I

II
NOTE:
1. Separation of broad pulses = 4.75ps; equalizing pulse widths = 2.2S#lS.

Figure 11. Vertical Synchronization and Blanking Waveforms

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Product Specificotion

Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

SAA5350

R
G
B
SYNC

8051

Figure 12_ Basic Videotex Decoder Configuration

BASIC VIDEOTEX DECODER
CONFIGURATION

required to define explicitly every character in
a row.

A basic, practical decoder configuration is
shown in Figure 12. Reference should also be
made to the Block Diagram.

The addresser is used for row buffer filling
and for fetching screen colors, and during the
display time it is also used for addressing
ORCS characters.

Character and attribute data is fetched from
the external memory, processed by the row
buffer fill logic according to the stack coding
scheme (in stack mode) and then fed into one
half of the dual display row buffer. The data
fetch process takes place during one lineflyback period (per row) and, since time is
required to complete the fill, the other half of
the dual row buffer is used for display. The
row buffers exchange functions on alternate
rows - each holds the 40 columns of 32 bits

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Timing
The timing chain operates from an external
6MHz clock or an on-chip fixed-frequency
crystal oscillator. The basic video format is 40
characters per row, 24/25 rows per page,
and 10 video lines per row. EUROM will also
operate with 20/21 rows per page and 12
video lines per row. The two extra lines per
row are added symmetrically and contain

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background color only for ROM-based alphanumeric characters. ORCS characters, block
and smooth mosaics, and line drawing characters occupy all 12 lines.
The display is generated to the normal 625line/50Hz scanning standard (interlaced or
non-interlaced). In addition to composite sync
(Pin 32) for conventional timebases, a clock
output at 1MHz or 6MHz (Pin 29) is available
for driving other videotex devices, and a
12MHz clock (Pin 27) is available for hardcopy dot synchronization. A defined-displayarea timing signal (Pin 33) simplifies the
application of external peripherals such as a
light pen; this signal is nominally coincident
with the character dot information.

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Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-line System)

Character Generation
EUROM supports eight character tables,
each of (nominally) 128 characters. Four

tables are in on-chip ROM and contain fixed
characters, and four are stored in an external
RAM. The contents of the fixed character

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tables (Tables 0 to 3) are shown in Figures 13
and 14.

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Warning Time
015TOD8

As EUROM is a real-time display device. it
must have direct access to the display memory with priority over the microprocessor and
other peripheral devices. This is achieved by
EUROM issuing a bus request (SR) signal for
the duration of the memory access. plus a
programmable advance warning time which
allows the microprocessor to complete its
current bus cycle.

07 TO DO
WOROO

I
I

BYTE 0

BVTE1

WORD 2
I

BVTE2

I

BVTE3

WOR04

i

BVTE4

BVTES

I

I

-

I
WORD1FFFE

8YTE1FFFE

i

BYTE 1FFFF
DF07550S

Figure 17. Display Memory Word/Byte
Organization.

In systems where the buses of the microprocessor and EUROM are intimately connected
(connected systems). SR may be used to
suspend all microprocessor activity so that
EUROM can act as a dedicated DMA controller. In systems where the two buses are
separated by buffers (disconnected systems).
SR may be used either to generate an inter-

SAA5350

rupt or as a direct signal. To these ends. the
warning time between the assertion of SR
and the beginning of EUROM's bus. activity is
programmable to be between 0 and 231's.

Microprocessor Access to
Register Map
EUROM has a set of internal registers which.
when memory-mapped, behave as an 8-bitwide RAM connected to the upper part of the
data bus (Figure 18). The control Signals UDS
and R/W are reversed to become inputs, and
the register map is enabled by the signal RE.
Addresses are input via the lower part of the
bus. A data transfer acknowledge signal
(DTACK) indicates to the microprocessor that
the data transfer is complete.

EUROM
SAA53S0

-

REGISTER
MAP

-

f-

8

6

A16-A9

A8-A1

01S-08

OS-DO

Figure 18. Microprocessor Access to Register Map

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Product Specification

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The main data and address paths used in a
connected 68000 interface are shown in
Figure 19. The outputs from the octal latches
(74LS373) are enabled only when the 68000
has made the bus available in response to a
bus request (BR). When the register map is
accessed, data is transferred via the upper
part of the bus and the microprocessor's loworder address is passed to EUROM via the
octal buffers (74LS244). At the same time,
the bidirectional buffers (74LS245) disable
the signals from the low-order data bus of the
68000.
The buffers' 244 and' 245 may be omitted in
a 16-bit write-only configuration where the

SM5350

least-significant data byte is interpreted by
EUROM as an address. Here, it will generally
be necessary for the microprocessor to hold
a (readable) 'master copy' of EUROM's scroll
map contents at a location in its main memory.

on-chip, link-through buffer which provides
the microprocessor with bidirectional access
to the lower (odd) half of the memory. The
link-through buffer is enabled by the bufferenable signal BUFEN, and the send/receive
direction is controlled by the signal SIR.

8-Bit Microprocessors

The main data and address paths used in a
connected 8-bit microprocessor system are
shown in Figure 20. The interface is similar to
that of the 16-bit system, but here the display
memory does not receive AO as an address - rather AD is used as the major enabling signal for BUFEN (enables when High).

Although the control bus is optimized for the
SCN68000 16-bit microprocessor unit, EUROM will operate with a number of widely
differing industry-standard 8- or 16-bit or
more microprocessors or microcontrollers
(e.g., SCN68008, MAB8051). The interfacing
of 8-bit microprocessors to the 16-bit-wide
display memory is made simple by EUROM's

EUROM
SAA5350

Re

-,

REGISTER
MAP

AS

~
AB-A1
07-00

A16-A9
015-08

,

~
UPPER
OISPLAY
RAM

LOWER

373(1)

DISPLAY
RAM

1

Y

-----

1-----

LOWER
SYSTEM

UPPER
SYSTEM
MEMORY

Le

!iE1

I

313(1)

IOE

~

1

~
1

244(21

BUSACK

OE

t

MEMORY

R

Rffl

H
BR

015-08

R/W

245(3)

07-00

r-4

Re
I

t

A16-A9

A23-A17

68000

NOTE,
1. 74LS373 octal transparent latch (3-State).
2. 74LS244 octal buffer (3-8tate),
3. 74LS245 octal bus transceiver (3-8tate).
4. SCN68000 microprocessor unit.

Figure 19_ Connected 16·Bit Microprocessor System

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(4)

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Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

EUROM
SAA5350
ADDRESS

REGISTER
MAP

Re

DATA

HJ

~
'(

LINK
THROUGH
BUFFER

SA

st

r--r--r---

SAA5350

R

G

B

_TCs
AS

But

UPPER
DISPLAY

LOWER
(ODD)
DISPLAY

MEMORY

MEMORY

(EVEN)

-----

.1"
-

373(1)

I

I

oel

----...-

373(1)

LOE

'J'

Y

I

AO·A7
SYSTEM
MEMORY

A8-A15

iiUsTci(

07-00

A16-AXX

A15.0A8

8-BIT MICROPROCESSOR

NOTES:

1. 74LS373 octal transparent latch (3-State).
2. 74LS244 octal buffer (3-State).

Figure 20. Connected 8-Bit Microprocessor System

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OE

I
RE

A16-AXX

BUSREQ

244(2)

A7-AO

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Single-Chip Color CRT Controller (625-Line System)

Disconnected Systems
For many applications it may be desirable to
disconnect EUROM and the display memory

from the microprocessor and its ROM, RAM,
and other peripherals by using isolating buffers as shown in Figure 21. The two parts of
the system then operate independently and

SAA5350

communicate only when the microprocessor
accesses EUROM's register map or the display memory.

EUROM
SAA535Q f - - R
REGISTER

iiE

ADDRESS

MAP

f--G

DATA

~

iiii_

f--B
LINK
THROUGH

BUFFER

~

f--

TCs
AS

I
UPPER
IEVEN)
DISPLAY

DISPLAY

MEMORY

MEMORY

373(1)

I
I

I
I

313(1)

r--

LOWER
(ODD)

1

A16-A1

244(2)---;1
OE

1
RE

---

245(3)

--------------

244(2)

---~

244(2)

---

DATA BUS

ADDRESS BUS

NOTES:
1. 74LS373 octal transparent latch (S-State).
2. 74LS244 octal buffer (3·State).
3. 75LS245 octal bus transceiver (3·State).

Figure 21. Disconnected 8-Bit System

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SAA5350

Synchronization

+

Stand-Alone Mode
As a stand-alone device (e.g., in terminal
applications) EUROM can output a composite
sync signal (TCS) to the display timebase IC
or to a monitor. Timing is obtained from a
6MHz on-chip oscillator using an external
crystal as shown in Figure 22.

6 MHz

r---10:
~

Simple-Slave
In the simple-slave mode, EUROM synchronizes directly to another device - such as to
the TCS signal from the SAA5240 European
computer-controlled teletext circuit (CCT), or
from another EUROM as shown in Figure 23.
EUROM's horizontal counter is reset by the
falling edge of TCS. A dead time of 250ns is
built in to avoid resetting the counter at every
TV line, and so prevents screen jitter. Field
synchronization is made using EUROM's internal field sync separator.
Phase-Locked Slave
The phase-locked slave (indirect sync) mode
is shown in Figure 24. A phase-locked VCO in
the SAA5230 teletext video processor provides sync to the timebases. When EUROM
is active, its horizontal counter forms part of
the phase control loop - a horizontal reference is fed back to the SAA5230 from the
SAND output and a vertical reference is
generated by feeding separated composite
sync to EUROM's field sync separator via the
VCS input. In the phase-locked slave mode,
the display derived from EUROM can sync
with that from a TV source or a local VLP
player, thus giving picture-in-text display possibilities.

F6

VCS/OSCO
R,G,B
EUROM
SAAS350

TCS
TOTIMEBASE

Figure 22. Stand-Alone Synchronization Mode

6 MHz

l

l

F6

F6

SAA5240

TCS

TCS

EUROM
SAA5350

f---+.

R.G.B

-

TCS
TOTIMEBASE

Figure 23. Simple-Slave (Direct Sync) Mode

BROADCAST
VIDEO
(BASEBAND)

1
F6
SAND
SAAS230

VCS

TCS

F6
SAND
VCS

EUROM
SAAS350

TCS

l

SYNC

TOTIMEBA$E

Figure 24. Phase-Locked Slave (Indirect Sync) Mode

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AN152
SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT
Controller
Application Note

Linear Products

The SAA5350 is a VLSI Advanced Peripheral
Display Controller (APDC) containing approximately 120,000 transistors in advanced
NMOS technology.
The APDC may be used for many display
terminal applications such as color video
monitors, personal computers, medical/industrial equipment, picture-telephones, videotex terminals, dot color printers, workstations
and more.
Video systems design is made simple when
using the APDC. The APDC can easily interface to a general purpose 8- or 16-bit microprocessor and act as a DMA device when
accessing the display memory. Due to stack
coding technique and the on-chip character
ROM, external display memory requirements
are minimal; 4kbytes is sufficient to create a
high resolution, full-color, animated display.
Figure 1 depicts a typical Videotex terminal
implementation using the SAA5350. The
4kbytes include a 2kbytes user-defined Dynamically Redefinable Character Set (DRCS).
The DRCS Concept is a powerful technique
which allows each pixel of a character cell to
be individually set, permitting almost unlimited
expansion of the character repertoire and the
display of more complex alphabets (Cyrillic,
Arabic, Katakana, etc.) simple pictures, company logos, and other symbols (Figure 2).

sync

Figure 1. Videotex Decoder Using the SAA5350

The main features of the APDC are:
• 40/80 column by 20/24 row display
• On-chip ROM containing 512
alphanumeric characters
• Dynamically Redefinable Character Set
(DRCS) capability
• On-chip scroll map
• On-chip color look-up table RAM and
three D/ A converters with gamma
corrected outputs (32 colors/row-total
color palette of 4,096 colors)

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• Various flashing modes
• Many display attributes: double-height,
double-width, double-size, invert,
conceal, window, . . .etc.
• Easy interface to 8- or 16-bit
microprocessors
• DMA capability to system display
memory (this IC has a 16-bit
multiplexed address and data bus.)
• Three synchronization modes: standalone, simple slave or phase-locked
slave, allowing easy implementation of

February 1987

Figure 2. Examples of Displays Using ORCS
text-in-picture or picture-in-text type
displays.
• Composite sync output
• Supports both interlaced and noninterlaced type displays
• Designed for 625 line systems

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• Single 5V supply, 40-pin DIP
This application note outlines how the APDC
operates, summarizes its attributes and gives
examples of how it interfaces with microprocessors and display memory. The concepts
of stack coding and DRCS are also briefly
described.

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Application Note

AN152

SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controller

SAA5350 CRT Controller IC
APDC
A block diagram of APDC is shown in Figure
3, The APDC contains the following general
functions: timing chain, character generator,
attribute logic, scroll map, screen color logic,
ORCS logic, and microprocessor interface.
To optimize system cost, APDC also incorporates a color map RAM and 0/ A converters
providing RGB outputs corrected for CRT
non-linearity. The on-chip scroll map eliminates the need for massive data transfer
when scrOlling.
Character and attribute data is fetched from
the external memory, processed by the row
buffer fill logic according to the stack coding
scheme (when in Stack Mode), and then fed
into one half of the dual display row buffer.
The data fetch process takes place during
one line flyback period (per row), and since
time is required to complete the fill, the other
half of the dual row buffer is used for display.
The row buffers exchange functions on alternate rows; each holds the 40 columns of 32
bits required to define explicitly every character in a row.
The addresser is used for row buffer filling
and for fetching screen colors; during the
display time it is also used for addressing
ORCS characters.

Timing
The timing chain operates from an external
6MHz clock or the on-Chip fixed-frequency
crystal oscillator. The basic format is 40
characters per row, 24/25 rows per page, 10
video lines per row.
APDC will also operate with 20/21 rows per
page, 12 video lines per row.
The two extra lines per row are added symmetrically, and contain background color only
for ROM-based alphanumeric characters.
ORCS characters, block and smooth' mosa-

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Figure 3_ APDC Block Diagram

ics, and line drawing characters, however,
occupy all 12 lines.
The display is generated to the normal 625line/50Hz scanning standard, interlaced or
non-interlaced. In addition to composite sync
for conventional timebases, a clock output at
1MHz or 6MHz is available for driving other
videotex devices, and a 12MHz clock is
available for hardcopy dot synchronization. A
Defined Display Area timing signal simplifies
the application of external peripherals such
as a light pen. This signal is nominally coincident with the character dot information.

Character Generation
APDC supports eight character tables, each
of nominally 128 characters. Four are in onchip ROM and contain fixed characters, and
four for ORCS are stored in external RAM.
The contents of the fixed character tables
(Tables 0 to 3) are shown in Figures 4 and 5.
Table 0 contains the 128 most commonly
used characters: standard upper-and lowercase Roman alphabet, numerals, punctua-

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tion, and the more common accented characters. In normal text transmission, Table 0 is
used most of the time.
Table 1 contains further accented characters.
Table 2 contains a number of miscellaneous
characters, mathematical symbols, the line
drawing character set, and accents without
associated characters.
Table 3 contains the block mosaics for the
basic alphamosaic service, together with the
new smooth mosaics. The two sets are complementary and can readily be combined to
create pleasing graphic displays such as
maps, some examples of which are shown in
Figure 6. Although the editorial need for these
characters has decreased somewhat with the
availability of ORCS, being predefined and
resident on-chip, their use makes for savings
in transmission time and avoids the waiting
times associated with the downloading of
ORCS characters,
Tables 4, 5, 6 and 7 are stored in external
memory and are used for ORCS.

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Figure 5. On-chip Characters: Tables 2 and 3

Figure 4. On-chip Characters: Tables 0 and 1

•
Figure 6. Examples of Displays Using Smooth and Mosaic Line Drawing Characters

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Application Note

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AN152

Scroll Map

Flash

Conceal

Associated with the timing chain is the scroll
map, an area of on-chip RAM of 26 bytes. It
maps the scan row onto the fetched memory
row, allowing the stored page to be displayed
in any row order. For each row, a one-byte
pointer to the display memory row is stored in
the scroll map. This allows scrOlling without
the need for data transfer to or from side
storage. Additional control bits are stored,
allowing 1 to 25 rows to be displayed at any
location on the screen.

There are three states and six rates of flash.
Other combinations such as 3-phase flash at
1Hz are not required but nonetheless are
available with APDC.

The Conceal attribute makes the foreground
and background colors the same until a local
reveal function is activated. The local reveal
function can be applied either to the whole
field or on a row-by-row basis, allowing progressive reveal in response to user interaction.

Color Map and 01 A Converters
The on-chip color map and 01 A converters
considerably simplify the external circuitry.
The color map RAM contains 32 12-bit words
that are loaded by the microprocessor and
read out in three 4-bit groups at pixel rate.
Each group is fed to a nonlinear (gammacorrected) 01 A converter. The resulting R, G,
and B outputs are low impedance with peakto-peak amplitudes controlled by the voltage
applied to the Reference Pin.

Cursor
A cursor is available in Stack Mode. Its
position, character code, character table,
foreground color, background color, lining
and flash attributes are all software programmable via internal register bits.

DISPLAY ATTRIBUTES
APDC provides the following attributes for
any character displayed.

Foreground Color
Foreground color is coded in five bits, implying a total of 32 colors. Of these, 31 represent
specific locations in the color map; the last is
interpreted as transparent.
When a pixel is set to transparent, the display
color pointer is set to the value of the screen
color at this location. If the screen color
attribute is also transparent, the underlying
TV picture, if any, is un blanked (I.e., displayed).
The 32nd location is also used during line or
field flyback to output blanking level (black).

Background Color
Background color operates in exactly the
same way as foreground color, with five bits
defining 31 colors plus transparent.

Screen Color
The color of the screen may also be set to
anyone of the 31 color map locations, or
transparent. The screen is notionally divided
into 27 areas corresponding to the 25 rows
and the upper and lower border areas. Each
of these 27 areas can refer to a different
location in the color map.

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Three flash states are:
• normal flash (active pixels alternating
between foreground and background
colors)
• inverted flash (in antiphase with normal
flash)
• color table flash, where the active pixels
alternate between two colors in the
color map
The six flash rates are:
• 2-phase 1Hz flash (even flashing at
1Hz)

Invert
This attribute exchanges the foreground and
background colors and is included for compatibility with Teletel transmission codes. It
also applies to Flash, giving antiphase instead of normal flash.

Box/Window

• ICF (increment flash)
• DCF (decrement flash)

If the basic frame begins in TV mode, this
attribute superimposes a box containing text
(Foreground and Background or Screen colors) on the TV picture. It is compatible with
the Box function used in the basic alphamosaic teletext service.

If the image of an object is given sequential
phases in adjacent character cells, threephase flash gives the impression of movement along a row. Three-phase flash can also
be used with ORCS to produce dynamic
displays without the need for continuous
transmission.

If the basic frame begins in text mode, the
attribute provides a Window. That is, it sets
the screen color to transparent at the character positions where it applies, so that the
underlying TV picture is visible at pixels that
are not obscured by foreground or background colors.

The ICF and DCF attributes cause objects to
appear to move right or left, respectively, in
the same way as with 3-phase flash. It avoids
the need to specify flash phase explicitly on a
per-character basis. In Stack Mode, APDC
automatically supplies the correct phase. This
method of specifying object motion reduces
transmission time and serial attribute memory
utilization.

White Button

• each phase of 3-phase 2Hz flash

Character Size
Double-height is available in the basic alphamosaic service, with certain restrictions. For
example, a single row can contain only top or
bottom halves of characters, not both, and so
double-height characters cannot be interleaved. APDC provides double-width and
double-size in addition to double-height, with
no restrictions on horizontal or vertical interleaving.
In Stack Mode, APDC applies 'size rules' to
determine the displayed output when conflicts occur; these rules apply, for example,
when the bottom half of a double-height
character would occupy the same position as
the right-hand half of a double-width character. Part characters are never displayed. See
separate section on Stack Coding.

Lining
For alphanumeric characters, the Lining attribute underlines the character. For mosaics
and line drawing characters, it separates the
character into six blocks or sub-squares (mosaic separation).

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Various attributes and combinations of attributes can cause on-screen data to be obscured - double-height/double-width, conceal, foreground and background colors the
same, etc. It is a requirement that this effect
can be negated by a user function, colloquially known as the 'white button' , which sets all
the attributes to their default values without
affecting the display memory contents. This
function is implemented in APDC by a microprocessor-defined register bit which is active
in Stack, Explicit Fill, and 80 Characters/Row
modes.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES
APDC offers a number of features which are
outside the speCification, giving the Ie a wider
range of application.

Explicit Fill
In Explicit Fill mode, the page memory is not
stack coded, and no processing is carried out
during the Row Buffer Fill operation. Data
from the memory is transferred directly to the
row buffer.
Since there is then an explicit representation
of all the attributes at every character location, there is no limit to the number of
attribute changes on a given row. However,
this mode requires a larger amount of external RAM (6kbytes/page including ORCS
memory). Also, enlarged characters are not

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AN152

MICROPROCESSOR AND RAM
INTERFACE
APDC
SAA5350

07 to DO

iJi5S

Three types of data transfer take place at the
bus interface:
• APDC fetches data from the display
memory

B

TcS
As

ABtoAl

• The microprocessor reads from, or
writes to, APDC internal register map

RM' LOS

• The microprocessor accesses the
display memory

RAM

APDC Access to Display
Memory

RAM

DISPLAY MEMORY

I
UOS,LDS

\'-----";,--

Figure 7. APDC Access to Display Memory
checked, so the rules concerning the size
attributes must be implemented in software.

80 Characters/Row
The aO·character mode is also an explicit fill
mode without stack coding. No additional
circuitry is required; the row buffer is effectively rearranged as ao 16·bit words, each
containing:
• a character bits
• 3 foreground color bits
• 3 background color bits
• 1 underline bit
• 1 flash bit
Dot data is fetched from external memory in
the same way that ORCS data is retrieved. All
characters are displayed as a 6 X 10 dot
matrix, with both one and two bits/ dot modes
available. In the one bit/dot mode, the exter·
nal dot memory need only be eight bits wide.
When using 10 lines/row, 204 different char·
acter matrices may be stored in a 2K8 memo·
ry.
The flash mode incorporates color table
flash. For maximum flexibility of display the
foreground and background colors are ap·
plied to different areas of the color map.

February 19a7

Full-Field DRCS
For alphageometric and similar applications,
a bit-map display is desirable, where each
pixel on the screen corresponds to a location
in the memory. APDC implements this indirectly by expanding the ORCS character repertoire so that the entire defined display area
can be covered with fully random data.
One chapter (1 K16) of ORCS memory can
contain data for 51 6 X lOX 4 (6 pixels
wide, 10 pixels high, 4 bits per pixel) characters, sufficient for two complete character
columns. If after these two columns have
been scanned, the ORCS chapter is incremented to a new area of memory, a further
two columns can be covered with different
random data.
This method of using 20 contiguous chapters
of display memory and incrementing the
ORCS chapter latch in synchronism with the
horizontal scan forms the basis of the fullfield ORCS mode. All ORCS modes, on-chip
ROM-based characters, and attributes are
still available.
If, for example, a less memory-intensive
ORCS mode, such as 12 X 10 X 1, is desired, then the necessary 10 chapters can be
addressed by omitting the least significant
chapter bit (A 11) from the memory address.

13·93

APDC accesses the external display memory
via a 16-bit multiplexed address and data bus
with a 500ns cycle time. Figure 7 shows a
rudimentary RAM interface circuit and bus
timing diagram. When APDC accesses the
display memory, its Address Strobe signal AS
flags the bus cycle and writes the address
into the '373 latches. The display RAMs,
shown in Figure 10 as two a-bit blocks, are
enabled with Upper Data Strobe, UDS, and
Lower Data Strobe, LOS, respectively. (APDC
never actually fetches a single byte from
memory; UDS and LOS are always asserted
together to fetch a 16-bit word.) The Read/
Write control signal, R/W, is included for
completeness although APDC only reads the
display memory.
Although the APDC data bus is 16 bits wide,
the data fetched is often considered to exist
in terms of bytes and so the byte addressing
convention is important. The standard adopted is that of the 6aOOO microprocessor where
the even-numbered bytes exist on the left or
upper (most significant) part of the bus, as
shown in Figure 8. The word addresses are
numerically the same as the upper byte they
contain - there are no odd-numbered word
addresses.
015 to DB

07 to DO
WORD 0

,,
,,

BYTE 0

BYTE 1

WORD 2

,,
,,

BYTE 2

BYTE 3

WORD 4
BYTE 4

,,
,,

BYTE 5

+

I'

WORD 1FFFE
BYTE 1FFFE

,,,
,

BYTE 1FFFF

Figure 8. APDC's Display Memory
Word/Byte Organization

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Warning Time
Because APDC is a real-time display device,
it must have direct access to the display
memory with priority over the controlling
microprocessor or other peripheral devices.
To achieve this, APDC issues a Bus Request
BR signal for the duration of the memory
access plus a programmable advance warning time to allow the microprocessor to complete its current bus cycle.
In systems where the microprocessor's bus
and APDC's bus are intimately connected, (a
'connected' system), BR may be used to
suspend all microprocessor activity so that
APDC acts as a dedicated DMA controller. In
systems where the two buses are separated
by buffers (' disconnected' systems), the BR
signal may be used either to generate an
interrupt or as a directly testable signal. To

these ends, the warning time between the
assertion of SR and the beginning of APDC's
bus activity is programmable from 0 to 231's.

Microprocessor Access to
APDC's Register Map
The set of internal registers, when memorymapped, behave as an 8-bit wide RAM connected to the upper part of APDC's bus (see
Figure 9). The control Signals UDS and R/W
are reversed to become inputs and the register map is enabled with Register Enable, RE.
Addresses are input via the lower portion of
the bus. A Data Transfer Acknowledge signal
DTACK, is also generated to indicate to the
microprocessor that data transfer is complete.
Figure 10 shows the main data and address
paths used in a 'connected' 68000 interface.
The outputs of the '373 latches are only

APoe
SAA5350

~;::J-

\--

MAP

8

-

UOs

R'

6

A.9
015 to 08

R/W

At6 10

AS to AT
D5 to DO

DTACK

AN152

enabled when the 68000 has yielded the bus
in response to Bus Request, BR. When the
register map is accessed, data is transferred
via the upper part of the bus, and the microprocessor's low-order address is passed to
APDC via the' 244 buffer. Simultaneously, the
'245 bidirectional buffer disables the signals
from the low-order data bus of the 68000.
The' 244 and' 245 buffers may be omitted in
a 16-bit write-only configuration where the
least-significant data by1e is interpreted by
APDC as an address. Here it will generally be
necessary for the microprocessor to hold a
(readable) 'master copy' of APDC's scroll
map contents at some location in main memory.

S-Bit Microprocessors
Although the control bus is optimized for the
68000, APDC will operate with a number of
widely different industry-standard 8- and 16(or more) bit microprocessors such as
80(1)88,68008,8051, etc. The interfacing of
8-bit microprocessors to the 16-bit wide display memory is simplified by APDC's on-Chip
link-through buffer which provides the microprocessor with bidirectional access to the
lower (odd byte) half of the display RAM. The
link-through buffer is enabled with Buffer
Enable, BUFEN, and its Send/Receive direction is controlled by SI R which is physically
the same APDC pin as R/W.

B007110$

Figure 9. Processor Access to APDC's Internal Register Map

APDe
SAA5350

Figure 11 shows the main data and address
paths used in a 'connected' 8-bit microprocessor interface. This is very similar to the
68000 interface but it should be noted that
the display memory does not receive AO as
an address, rather AO (when high) is used as
the major enabling signal for BUFEN.

Disconnected Systems
AlB to A9
DIS to D8

For many applications it may be desirable to
'disconnect' APDC and the display RAM from
the microprocessor and its ROM, RAM, and
peripherals. The two parts of the system then
operate independently and communicate only
when the microprocessor accesses APDC's
register map or the display memory. Figure 12
shows the rudiments of such an 8-bit system;
it can be seen that the main data and address
paths are essentially the same as those
described above, the only difference being
the addition of a set of isolating buffers.

AS to A1
07 to DO

UPPER
DISPLAY

RAM

UPPER
SYSTEM
MEMORY

Synchronization

RM

0151008

071000

A23toA17

A16toA9

AS toAI

68000

Figure 10. 'Connected' 68000 Interface
February 1987

13-94

APDC has three synchronization modes. As a
stand-alone device (in terminal applications
for example, it can output a composite sync
signal TCS to the display timebase IC or to a
monitor. Timing is derived from a 6MHz onchip oscillator with an external crystal as
shown in Figure 13a.
APDC can also sync directly to another device, such as the TCS signal from the
SAA5240 teletext IC or another APDC, as

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Application Note

SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controller

shown in Figure 13b. APDC's horizontal
counter is reset by the falling edge of TCS. A
dead time of 250ns is built-in to avoid reset·
ting the counter on every TV line, so that
screen jitter does not occur. Field synchronization is achieved with APDC's internal field
sync separator.

APDC
SAA5350

Tes
AS

SA

UPPER
(EVEN)
DISPLAY
MEMORY

The third mode is phase·locked slave opera·
tion, as in Figure 13c. In the SAA5230 video
input processor IC, an internal phase-locked
VCO provides a 6MHz clock. When APDC is
active. its horizontal counter is part of the
phase control loop; a horizontal reference is
fed back to the SAA5230 via the SAND pin
and the vertical reference is generated by
feeding separated composite sync via the
VCS pin into APDC's field sync separator. In
this mode, the display derived from APDC can
sync with that from a TV source or a local
VLP (laser disc) player, to allow picture-in-text
displays, as might be used, for example, in
the travel industry.

LOWER
(ODD)
DISPLAY
' -_ _---' MEMORY

AD to A7
SYSTEM

MEMORY ;-...:A"'8-"'"'-'A:.:1:.-5_ _ _ _---'

80S ACK

A16!oAXX

BUS REO

D7 10 DO

A1610AXX

AN152

A1510 AS

A7 10 AO

8 BIT MICROPROCESSOR

Figure 11. 'Connected' 8·Bit Microprocessor Interface

UPPER
(EVEN)
DISPLAY
MEMORY

LOWER
(0001

-+_____

DISPLAY
MEMORY ; -_ _

~

data bus
address bus

Figure 12. 'Disconnected' 8·Bit System

February 1987

13·95

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Application Note

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6MHl

...-t=-:::::::::.~~~
F6

VCS/OSCO

R,G,a

APDC
SAA5350

TCs

101,meoase

a. Stand-alone

R,G, B

Tes
to timebase

b. Simple Slave (Direct Sync)
broadcast
video
(basebandl

F6
SAND

ves

ITs

'6
SAND

ves

APDC
SAA5350

A, G, B

ITs

sync

to timebase

C.

Phase-locked Slave (Indirect Sync)
Figure 13. Synchronization Modes

February 1987

13-96

AN152

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Application Note

SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controller

10 lines/row

MODE

PIXEL CONFIGURATION
(h X v)

BITS/PIXEL

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF
CHARACTERS/CHAPTER'

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

12 X 10
12 X 10
6 X 10
6 X 10
6 X 10
6X5
6X5

1
2
1
2
4
2
4

102
51
2 X 102
102
51
2 X 102
102

* one chapter contains 1024 16-bit words

12 lines/row

MODE

PIXEL CONFIGURATION

BITS/PIXEL

8
9
10
11
12
13
14

12 X 12
12 X 12
6 X 12
6 X 12
6 X 12
6X6
6X6

2
1
2
4
2
4

OYNAMICALLY REOEFINABLE
CHARACTER SETS (ORCS)
In a basic alphamosaic system, the shape of
each character is stored as a dot (pixel)
pattern within a defined matrix. Since the
repertoire of possible characters within the
matrix is finite, simple and inexpensive decoders can be designed. The use of ORCS,
however, enormously extends the display
repertoire. Using ORCS, additional characters
can be defined by the information provider,
and then used as part of the character set for
a specific page or group of pages. The
additional characters can be used singly, or
as alphanumerics in a different alphabet, or
as symbols in time-tables, etc. They can also
be used in groups to create simple designs
such as company logos.

February 19B7

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF
CHARACTERS/CHAPTER'
85
42
2 X 85
85
42
2 X 85
85

In essence ORCS requires the transmission
of the dot pattern for each character matrix
and the allocation of a code to that matrix.
When transmitting a page containing ORCS,
the ORCS data can be transmitted independently of the page information and stored in
ORCS RAM. For display, both the fixed and
the ORCS character tables are used, depending on the character code stored in the page
memory.
The ORCS character cell is based on a 12pixel horizontal resolution. When operating
with 10 lines/row, the following modes, each
representing different combinations of horizontal, vertical, and color resolutions, are
available.

13-97

AN152

APOC can also operate in a 6 X 10, 4 bits/
pixel mode with a memory organization more
suited to bit-map implementation.
When operating with 12 lines/row, fewer
characters are available per chapter.
All attributes apply to ORCS in the same
manner as to normal characters, but for multicolor ORCS (that is, the modes with more
than one data bit per pixel) the following rules
apply:
• The whole character cell is treated as
foreground color
• When the Conceal (or Flash, Invert)
attribute is used, the background color
that would otherwise be pertaining is
displayed
• The Underline attribute has no effect
(the one-bit/pixel ORCS modes are
underlined as normal alphanumeric
characters).
When operating with 2 bits/pixel color ORCS,
the OCLUT (ORCS Color Look-up Table) is
used. This behaves as a small RAM that
maps the four combinations of two bits onto
any four of the 32 locations in the color map.
When operating with 4 bits/pixel color ORCS,
the 16 combinations can be taken either from
locations 0 to 15 or from locations 16 to 31 of
the color map depending on the value of a
register bit.
The physical organization of APOC's ORCS
memory is 1K16 (1024 16-bit words) for
Tables 4 and 5, and a further 1K16 for Tables
6 and 7. In addition to the page memory
pointer, two independent memory painters in
APOC indicate the beginning of each 1K16
'chapter' of ORCS memory.

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SAA5350: A Single-Chip CRT Controller

STACK CODING
For full implementation of all the required
functions in APDC, 32 bits per character
location are necessary. This means that to
display a full screen of 25 rows of 40 characters, 4kbytes of external memory are required - four times the capacity of a basic
alphamosaic decoder memory, excluding any
DRCS requirements.
7 Bits Character Code
3 Bits Character Table
5 Bits Foreground Color
5 Bits Background Color
5 Bits Flash
3 Bits Size (D.HT., Top/Bot., DWidth)
1 Bit Lining (Underline or Mosaic
Separation)
Bit Conceal
Bit Invert
Bit Window/Box

In the stack coding system used in APDC, the
page memory is divided into character and
attribute sections, each organized as 40-byte
groups. The 40 character bytes and 40 attribute bytes together make up one displayed
row.
Each 8-bit byte includes a pointer bit. When
the pOinter bit of a character byte is set, it
indicates the presence of one or more attributes set at the same character position.
When the pointer bit of an attribute byte is
set, it indicates that there are further attributes in that group. At the beginning of a row,
default attributes are set, which are then
updated by the attribute bytes fetched from
the stack.
An example of stack coding is given in the
Figure. The first three characters of the row
have clear pointer bits. These characters will
be taken from the default group of 128 (onchip) characters, and will be displayed white
on black, normal size, not underlined, etc.

February 1987

0
0
0
1
0
0
1
1
0
1
0

byte 0
byte 1

,
I

I
I
I
I

I
I

I
I

I

:
I
I
I

I
I
I
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=-

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1
1
1
0
1
1
0
0
0
1
0

f{

.

=
0
0
0
0

0
0

I

1
1
1
1
0
0

I

I
I
I
I
I

I
I

bvte39

pointer
1 bit

attribute-code, 7 bit

-.=-'--

I

32 Bits per character position
To reduce the amount of memory required,
attributes in APDC are coded using a Stack
architecture. Such a system exploits the natural redundancy of normal text by allocating
memory dynamically. It allows the external
memory to be reduced to 2kbytes per screen.
This has beneficial side effects; for example,
it reduces the memory bandwidth for a given
display, reducing the memory speed required
or increasing the time available for microprocessor operations.

pointer

character-code, 7 bit

{

1

0
0
0

3
:3

::>
~

attribute and character

character memory

group memory

Example of Dynamic Allocation of Memory USing Coding Stack
Stack coding used in APDC

B7

B6

B5

B4

B3

B2

B1

BO

COMMENTS

P

0

0

F4

F3

F2

F1

FO

P

0

B4

B3

B2

B1

BO

H4
0
1
1
1
1
1
1

H3
L
0
0
0
1
1
1

H2
T2
0
1
1
0
0
1

H1
T1
G
0
1
0
1
0

HO
TO
D
U
I
C
W
H

Foreground color (PIBGR)
Transparent = 000000
Background color (PIBGR)
Transparent = 00000
Flash
Character table and lock bit
Size. double height and width
Underline (Lining)
Invert
Conceal
Window/Box
Marked area
(not a display attribute)
Protected area
(not a display attribute)

P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P

0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

P

P

The fourth character in the row has its pointer
bit set, and so the first (or, generally, the nex1)
attribute byte is fetched from memory. This
byte also has its pointer bit set, and so the
nex1 attribute byte is also fetched, and so on.
The fourth attribute byte has a clear pointer
bit indicating that it is the last in the group.
The nex1 character byte is now fetched. The
pointer being clear, this character is displayed
with the same attributes as those set for the
previous one.

13-98

The stack system records only the position in
a row where attribute-changes occur, with no
restriction upon how many attribute-changes
apply to anyone character. The restriction to
40 attribute-changes in a row has been carefully studied, and not found in practice to be
an editorial limitation.
The actual coding of attributes, a form of
Huffman coding, is shown below.
NOTE:
Previously published as "Technical Information
137," ELCOMA, October 1984.

Signetics

Section 14
SMPS for TVjMonitor

Linear Products

INDEX
TDA2582
TEA1039

Control Circuit for Power Supplies.......................................... 14-3
Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply....................... 14-12

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TDA2582

Signetics

Control Circuit For Power
Supplies
Product Specification
Linear Products
DESCRIPTION
The TDA2582 is a monolithic integrated
circuit for controlling power supplies
which are provided with the drive for the
horizontal deflection stage.

FEATURES
• Voltage-controlled horizontal
oscillator
• Phase detector
• Duty factor control for the
negative-going transient of the
output signal
• Duty factor increases from zero
to its normal operation value
• Adjustable maximum duty factor
• Overvoltage and overcurrent
protection with automatic restart
after switch-off
• Counting circuit for permanent
switch-off when n-times
overcurrent or overvoltage is
sensed

• Protection for open-reference
voltage
• Protection for too-low supply
voltage
• Protection against loop faults
• Positive tracking of duty factor
and feedback voltage when the
feedback voltage is smaller than
the reference voltage minus 1.5V
• Normal and "smooth" remote
ON/OFF possibility

PIN CONFIGURATION
N Package
PHASEDET
OUT
FBPULSE

15 ~EACTANCE

POSIN

REF

14

FREQIN

RESTARTCT
CAP/ReiN
SWWSfART

&TRANSFER
OVERCURRENT

~~~CE

13

~~M~~G

12

izrusr ISMOOTH

PROT. IN
OVERVOLTAGE
PRot IN
FEEDBACK
9 POS SUPPLY
VOLTIN -.._ _ _.r-

TOP VIEW

APPLICATIONS
• Video monitors
• Power supplies

ORDERING INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25·C to +80·C

TDA2582N

16-Pin Plastic DIP (SOT-38)

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

V9-16

Supply voltage at Pin 9

V11 -16

Voltage at Pin 11

111M

Output current (peak value)

RATING

UNIT

14

V

o to

14

V

40

mA

PTOT

Total power dissipation

280

mW

TSTG

Storage temperature

-65 to + 150

·C

TA

Operating ambient temperature

-25 to +80

·C

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14-3

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Product Specification

TDA2582

Control Circuit For Power Supplies

BLOCK DIAGRAM

J1f
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33.

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2.7nF

4"

33.

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15

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~

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MODULAl'OR

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CUTOUT
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DUTY FACTOR
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OVERVOlTAGE
PROTeCTION

COUNTING
CIRCUIT

INTERNAl SUPPLY

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Product Specification

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TDA2582

Control Circuit For Power Supplies

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = 12V; V10.16 = 6.1V; TA = 25°C, measured in Figure 3.
LIMITS
UNIT

PARAMETER

SYMBOL

Min

Typ

Max

V9-16

Supply voltage range

10

12

14

V9-16

Protection voltage too-low supply voltage

8.6

9.4

9.9

19

Supply current at 8 = 50%

14

19

Supply current during protection

14

19

Minimum requored supply current 1

P

Power consumption

V
V
mA
mA

17

mA
mW

170

Required Input signals
V10- 16

Reference vOltage2

1ZS-161

Feedback input impedance

V10-16

High reference voltage protection: threshold voltage

V3- 16(P.P)
13M
±13

Horizontal reference signal (square-wave or differentiated;
negative transient is reference)
voltage-driven (peak-to-peak value)
current-driven (peak value)
switching-level current

V2-16

Flyback pulse or differential deflection current

12M

Flyback pulse current (peak value)

-V6- 16
+V6-16

Overcurrent protection: 3 threshold voltage

V7 - 16

Overvoltage protection: (VREF = V 1O - 16) threshold voltage

V4- 16

Remote-control voltage; switch-off4

V4- 16

Remote-control voltage; switch-on

VS- 16

'Smooth' remote control; switch-offs

VS-16

'Smooth' remote control; switch-on

3

V

14

Remote-control switch-off current

1

mA

5.6

6.1

6.6

7.9

8.9

V

5
-1

12
1.5
100

V
mA

1

5

V

1.5

mA

640
680

695
735

mV
mV

VREF-60

VREF-O

mV

600
640
VREF-130

8.4

V
kn

200

5.6

IJA

V
4.5

V
V

4.5

Delivered output signals
V11 -16(P·P)

Horizontal drive pulse (loaded with a resistor of 560n to + 12V
peak-to-peak value

111M

Output current; peak value

VCESAT
VCESAT

Saturation voltage of output transistor
at 111 = 20mA
at 111 = 40mA

I)

Duty factor of output pulse6

14

Charge current for capacitor on Pin 4

Is

Charge current for capacitor on Pin 5

110

Supply current for reference

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11.6

V

200

40

mA

400
525

mV
mV

98 ±0.8

0

120
0.6

14-5

1

%

IJA
IJA

110

1.45

mA

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Control Circuit For Power Supplies

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)

TDA2582

Vee = 12V; VlO-16

= 6.1V;

TA

= 25°C,

measured in Figure 3.

LIMITS
SYMBOL

PARAMETER

UNIT
Min

Typ

Max

0.0003

0.0004

0c;-1

-104

-2

%

3

%

Oscillator
Temperature coefficient
Relative frequency deviation for V lO -16 changing from 5.6 to
6.6V
Oscillator frequency spread (with fixed external components)
Frequency control sensitivity at Pin 15
fNOM = 15.625kHz

5

kHzlV

Phase control loop
Loop gain of APC-system (automatic phase control)7

= 15,625kHz)

~f

Catching range (fNOM

t

Phase relation between negative transient of sync pulse and
middle of flyback

~t

Tolerance of phase relation

kHz1/.Ls

5
2100

1300
1

Hz
/.Ls

±OA

/.LS

NOTES:
1. This value refers to the minimum required supply current that will start all devices under the following conditions: V9 _ 16

= 10V; V10 _ 16 = 6.2V;
6- 50%.
2. Voltage obtained via an external reference diode. Specified voltages do not refer to the nominal voltages of reference diodes.
3. This spread is inclusive temperature rise of the Ie due to warming up. For other ambient temperatures the values must be corrected by using a
temperature coefficient of typical- 1.85mVre.
4. See application information Pin 4.
5. See application information Pin 5.
tp
6. The duty factor is specified as follows; 6 - - X 100% (see Figure 1). After switch-on, the duty factor rises gradually from 0% to the steady value.
The relationship between VS-16 and the

dU~

factor is given in Figure 6 and the relationship between V 12 - 16 and the duty factor is shown in

Figure 8.
7. For component values, see Block Diagram .

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r ld =.T
LJn
LJ

x 100%

~~~
NOTE:

6"'~X
T

100%.

Figure 1

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Product Specification

Control Circuit For Power Supplies

TDA2582

Vcc (+12V)

'-Oz

9

-r

:

..9k

5

2

\1 ,1

1O.F

-

+

,.

22k

10k

';~.F

~'00n'

~ 1SOpF

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~
foADJ.

22.

1.F

+ ~lO.F

+

>--

>---

'--

22.F

33

S.6k

n22~F

]

470

~+
VERT. SYNC

7
1

2

4

,.

6

SYNC

13

10

•

•

6

9

3

14

TDA2576

11

Vee

12

,.

7

:

mnF

~ mn'

270k

270.

~~

,.
~~
1%

,,+

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1.Sk

7.5k

6.8k

2%

+
'--PHASE

ADJUST

-:1;-

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::; 1O.F

r

~

~
18k

~

~
1.2k

V;NOM

HOR.

T

lOnF

14

3

I\A
+350V

SANDCASTLE

Figure 2a. Lead 6 (Pin 10) of Circuit TDA2576 Connected to Lead 2 (Pin 14) of Circuit TDA2582

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TDA2582

Control Circuit For Power Supplies

Vee

2.2k

6.2V

~
2.2k
3.3k

G~

Q~B£:

BC547
5.6k

S6k

47k

~o~
12

43k

10

15

16

13

11

TDA2582

14

5.6k

Uk
lnF

1nF
39k

HORIZO:::~--=2+-_--I
VO~~~~lO~_ _ _ _ _~
PROI"ECTION

-

+------.----,
1+
I

10k

5.6k

+

33.F

I

~ 2.2M

150k

-+
:

3.3.F

270k

I

+----~~_r--_+--~,--+---*--~-~~-----r-~

9

CURRENT

+15OV

REMOTE

FEEDBACK

PROTECTION SWITCH

Figure 2b. Lead 6 (Pin 10) of Circuit TDA2576 Connected to Lead 2 (Pin 14) of Circuit TDA2582

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TDA2582

Control Circuit For Power Supplies

r---~---t--- Vee

~470PF

(1)
150k

-::

Ie
(1)

(1)

22k

4.7k

220nF

41k

33k

14

33k

12

~

2.7nF

2.2k

27k

3.3k

15

n

13

16

10

DEFLECTION CURRENT

OR FLYBACK PULSE

Vo

R5
270 k

Jlf

12V

+

11

TDA2582

r2.7nF

-::

r

; - - - - ANTI HUM

~MAX

TDA2571

NOTE:
1. Values depend on Vee_

Figure 3. Circuit Diagram
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Product Specification

TDA2582

Control Circuit For Power Supplies

APPLICATION INFORMATION
The function is described beside the corresponding pin number.

lmm

FLYBACK PULS'l:\

1 Phase Detector Output - The output
circuit consists of a bidirectional current source
which is active for the time that the signal on
Pin 2 exceeds 1V.

"01

The current values are chosen such that the
correct phase relation is obtained when the
output signal of the TDA2571 is applied to
Pin 3.

@

With a resistor of 2 X 33kU and a capacitor of
2.7nF, the control steepness is O.55V//1S (Figure 3).
2 Flyback Pulse Input - The signal applied
to Pin 2 is normally a flyback pulse with a
duration of about 12/1s. However, the phase
detector system also accepts a signal derived
by differentiating the deflection current by
means of a small toroidal core (pulse duration > 31lS).
The toroidal transformer in Figure 4a is for
obtaining a pulse representing the midflyback
from the deflection current. The connection of
the picture phase information is shown in
Figure 4b.
3 Reference Frequency Input - The input
circuit can be driven directly by the squarewave output voltage from Pin B of the
TDA2571.
The negative-going transient switches the current source connected to Pin 1 from positive to
negative.
The input circuit is made such that a differentiated signal of the square-wave from the
TDA2571 is also accepted (this enables power
line isolation). The input circuit switching level
is about 3V and the input impedance is about
BkU.
4 Restart Count CapacitorIRemote-Control Input Counting
An external capacitor (C4 = 47/1F) is connected between Pins 4 and 16. This capacitor
controls the characteristics of the protection
circuits as follows.
If the protection circuits are required to operate, e.g., overcurrent at Pin 6, the duty factor
will be set to zero, thus turning off the power
supply.
After a short interval (determined by the time
constant on Pin 5), the power supply will be
restarted via the slow-start circuit.
If the fault condition has cleared, then normal
operation will be resumed. If the fault condition is persistent, the duty factor of the pulses
is again reduced to zero and the protection
cycle is repeated.
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The number of times this action is repeated
(n) for a persisting fault condition is now
determined by: n = C4/C5.

7 Over voltage Protection Input- When the
voltage applied to this pin exceeds the threshold level, the protection circuit will operate.

Remote Control Input
For this application, the capacitor on Pin 4
has to be replaced by a resistor with a value
between 4.7 and 1BkU. When the externallyapplied voltage V4-'6> 5.6V, the circuit
switches off; switching on occurs when
V4.'6 < 4.5V and the normal starting-up procedure is followed. Pin 4 is internally connected to an emitter-follower, with an emitter
voltage of 1.5V.

The tripping level is about the same as the
reference voltage on Pin 10.

5 Slow-Start and Transfer Characteristics
for Low Feedback Voltage Slow-Start
An external shunt capacitor (C5 = 4.7/1F) and
resistor (R5 = 270kU) are connected between Pins 5 and 16. The network controls
the rate at which the duty factor increases
from zero to its steady-state value after
switch-on. It provides protection against
surges in the power transistor.
Transfer Characteristic for Low
Feedback Voltages
The duty factor transfer characteristic for low
feedback voltages can be influenced by R5.
The transfer for three different resistor values
is given in Figure 6.
'Smooth' Remote ON/OFF
The ON/OFF information should be applied
to Pin 5 via a high-ohmic resistor; a high OFFlevel gives a slow riSing voltage at Pin 5,
which results in a slowly decreasing duty
factor.
6 Overcurrent Protection Input - A voltage proportional to the current in the power
switching device is applied to the integrated
circuit between Pins 6 and 16. The circuit trips
on both positive and negative polarity. When
the tripping level is reached, the output pulse
is immediately blocked and the starting circuit
is activated again.

14-10

8 Feedback Voltage Input - The control
loop input is applied to Pin 8. This pin is
internally connected to one input of a differential amplifier, functioning as an amplitude
comparator, the other input of which is connected to the reference source on Pin 10.
Under normal operating conditions, the voltage on Pin B will be about equal to the
reference voltage on Pin 10. For further
information refer to Figures 6 and 7.
9 12V Positive Supply - The maximum
voltage that may be applied is 14V. Where
this is derived from an unstabilized supply rail,
a regulator diode (12V) should be connected
between Pins 9 and 16 to ensure that the
maximum voltage does not exceed 14V.
When the voltage on this pin falls below a
minimum of 8.6V (typically g.4V), the protection circuit will switch off the power supply.
10 Reference Input - An external reference diode must be connected between this
pin and Pin 16.
The reference voltage must be between 5.6
and 6.6V. The IC delivers about 1mA into the
external regulator diode. When the external
load on the regulator diode approaches this
current, replenishment of the current can be
obtained by connecting a suitable resistor
between Pins 9 and 10. A higher referencevoltage value up to 7.5V is allowed when use is
made of a duty factor limiting resistor < 27kU
between Pins 12 and 16.
11 Output - An external resistor determines
the output current fed into the base of the
driver transistor. The output circuit uses an
NPN transistor with 3 series-connected clamping diodes to the internal 12V supply rail. This
provides a low-impedance in the "ON" state,
that is, with the drive transistor turned off.

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Control Circuit For Power Supplies

12 Maximum Duty-Factor Adjustment!
Smoothing
Maximum Duty-Factor Adjustment
Pin 12 is connected to the output voltage of
the amplitude comparator (V 10 _ 8)' This voltage is internally connected to one input of a
differential amplifier, the other input of which
is connected to the sawtooth voltage of the
horizontal oscillator. A high voltage on Pin 12
results in a low duty factor. This enables the
maximum duty factor to be adjusted by limiting the voltage by connecting Pin 12 to the
emitter of an NPN transistor used as a
voltage source.
Figure 8 plots the maximum duty factor as a
function of the voltage applied to Pin 12. If
some spread is acceptable, the maximum
duty factor can also be limited by connecting

a resistor from Pin 12 to Pin 16. A resistor of
12kU limits the maximum duty factor to about
50%. This application also reduces the total
IC gain.
Smoothing
Any double pulsing of the IC due to circuit
layout can be suppressed by connecting a
capacitor of about 470pF between Pins 12
and 16.
13 Oscillator Timing Network - The timing
network comprises a capacitor between Pins
13 and 16, and a resistor between Pin 13 and
the reference voltage on Pin 10.
The charging current for the capacitor (CI3)
is derived from the voltage reference diode
connected to Pin 10 and discharged via an
internal resistor of about 330U.

14 Reactance-Stage Reference VoltageThis pin is connected to an emitter-follower
which determines the nominal reference voltage for the reactance stage (I.4V for reference voltage V10 -16 = 6.1 V). Free-running
frequency is obtained when Pins 14 and 15
are short-circuited.
15 Reactance-Stage Input - The output
voltage of the phase detector (Pin 1) is
connected to Pin 15 via a resistor. The
voltage applied to Pin 15 shifts the upper
level of the voltage sensor of the oscillator,
thus changing the oscillator frequency and
phase. The time-constant network is connected between Pins 14 and 15. Control sensitivity is typically 5kHzlV.
16 Negative Supply (Ground)

1.5
typ

6&
(%)

6
I'l(,)

2.5V

50

0,5

o

3V

o

o

50

& 1%)

Figure 5. Duty Factor Change as a Function of Initial
Duty Factor; at lmV Error Amplifier Input Change;
b,VS. , OIP_P) lmV

typ

50

o

50

o
50 V8 - 10 ImV) 100

Figure 7. Duty Factor of Output Pulses as a Function of
Error Amplifier Input (VS-10); V,O•16 = 6.1V

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VS _ 16 IV)

6

6
1%1

b
1%)

-50

2

Figure 6. Duty Factor of Output Pulses as a Function of
Feedback Input Voltage (VB-16) With R5 as a Parameter
and V 12.16 as a Limiting Value; V10-16 = 6.1V

=

o

o

100

typ

o

2

6

4

Figure 8. Maximum Duty Factor Limitation as a Function
of the Voltage Applied to Pin 12; V 10.16 6.1V

=

14-11

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TEA1039

Signetics

Control Circuit for SwitchedMode Power Supply
Product Specification
Linear Products

DESCRIPTION
The TEA 1039 is a bipolar integrated
circuit intended for the control of a
switched-mode power supply. Together
with an external error amplifier and a
voltage regulator (e.g., a regulator diode)
it forms a complete control system. The
circuit is capable of directly driving the
SMPS power transistor in small SMPS
systems.

FEATURES
• Wide frequency range
• Adjustable Input sensitivity
• Adjustable minimum frequency or
maximum duty factor limit
• Adjustable overcurrent protection
limit
• Supply voltage out-of-range
protection
• Slow-start facility
APPLICATIONS
• Home appliances
• Frequency regulation
• Flyback converters
• Forward converters

DESCRIPTION

U Package

TOP VIEW
C0103108

PIN NO.

SYMBOL

eM

ORDERING INFORMATION
9-Pin Plastic SIP

PIN CONFIGURATION

TEMPERATURE RANGE

ORDER CODE

-25°C to +125°C

TEA1039U

LIM

Limit seHing input

FB
RX
ex

Feedback input
External resistor connection
External capacitor connection

M
VEE
Q

Vee

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14-12

OESCRIPTION
Overcurrent protection input

Mode input

Common
Output
Positive supply connection

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TEA1039

Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply

BLOCK DIAGRAM
Vee

Vee OUT OF RANGE

CM~+----------i

LIM

<>=-+--+----....,.-1

FB

3

Q

lV

-O.25IRX

1.3V

2V
2.2V
S.9V
-O.25tRX

-O.251RX
-O.5IRX

..--,1'""'"

Vee OUT Of RANGE .........

CX

VEE

RX

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

SYMBOL

PARAMETER

RATING

Vee

Supply voltage range, voltage source

-0.3 to +20

V

Icc

Supply current range, current source

-30 to +30

mA

VI

Input voltage range, all inputs

-0.3 to +6

V

II

Input current range, all inputs

-5 to +5

mA

VS-7

Output voltage range

-0.3 to +20

V

Is
Is

Output current range
output transistor ON
output transistor OFF

o to 1
-100 to +50

A
mA

TSTG

Storage temperature range

-65 to +150

'c

TA

Operating ambient temperature range
(see Figure 1)

-25 to +125

'C

FD

Power dissipation (see Figure 1)

max. 2

W

November 14, 1986

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UNIT

~
5
0: 1 H--+-+-+---'!.---l-l-+-l

25

50
75
T.("C)

100

125

Figure 1. Power Derating Curve

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TEA1039

Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Vcc = 14, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.
SYMBOL

MIN

PARAMETER

TYP

MAX

UNIT

14

20

V

7.5
9

11
12

rnA
rnA

Supply Vcc (Pin 9)
Vcc

Supply voltage, operating

Icc
Icc

Supply current
at Vcc=11V
at Vcc = 20V

Alec/Icc
AT
Vcc
AVcc/ AT

11

variation with temperature

°/ore

-0.3

Supply voltage, internally limited
at Icc = 30mA
variation with temperature

23.5

28.5

V
mY/DC

18

Low supply threshold voltage
variation with temperature

9

10
-5

11

AVcc/ AT

V
mVrC

VCCmax
AVec/AT

High supply threshold voltage
variation with temperature

21

23
10

24.6

V
mY/DC

0.3

V

VCCmin

Feedback Input FB (Pin 3)
Va 7

Input voltage for duty factor = 0;
M input open

-IFB

Internal reference current

Rg

0

Internal resistor Rg

0.51RX

rnA

130

k!2

Limit setting Input LIM (Pin 2)
V27

Threshold voltage

-ILiM

Internal reference current

1

V

0.25 IRX

rnA

Overcurrent protection Input eM (Pin 1)
V, 7
AV'7/ AT

Threshold voltage
variation with temperature

tpHL

Propagation delay, CM input to output

Oscillator connections RX and
V47
AV47/AT

ex

300

370
0.2

420

500

mV
mVrC
ns

(Pins 4 and 5)

Voltage at RX connection
at -14 = 0.15 to 1mA
variation with temperature

6.2

VLS

Lower sawtooth level

VFT

Threshold voltage for output H to L transition in F
mode

7.2
2.1

8.1

V
mY/DC

1.3

V

2

V
V

VFM

Threshold voltage for maximum frequency in F mode

2.2

VHS

Higher sawtooth level

5.9

V

-lex

Internal capacitor charging current, CX connection

0.25 IRX

rnA

fose

Oscillator frequency (output pulse repetition
frequency)

AfIf
Aflf

-AT

Af/f
Afll
AT

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Minimum frequency in F mode,
initial deviation

105

1

-10

variation with temperature

10

-15

variation with temperature

15
-0.16

14-14

%

%rC

0.034

Maximum frequency in F mode,
initial deviation

Hz

%

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Product Specification

TEA1039

Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
SYMBOL

Alit
At/t

variation with temperature

UNIT
%

%/oC

10

%

%/oC

0.034

Minimum output LOW time in D mode
at C5 = 3.6nF

.:It/t
AT

15

-10

variation with temperature

AT

MAX

0.2

Pulse repetition frequency in D mode,
initial deviation

-

TYP

-15

variation with temperature

AT

tOLmin

MIN

Output LOW time in F mode,
initial deviation

-

At/f
.:lUf

(Continued) vee = 14, TA = 25°C, unless otherwise specified.

PARAMETER

1

/-IS

0.2

%/OC

Output Q (Pin 8)

Ve 7
AVa 7/AT

Output voltage LOW at Ie = 100mA
variation with temperature

Ve 7
.:lVa 7/AT

Output voltage LOW at Ie = 1A
variation with temperature

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The TEAl 039 produces pulses to drive the
transistor in a switched-mode power supply.
These pulses may be varied either in frequency (frequency regulation mode) or in width
(duty factor regulation mode).
The usual arrangement is such that the transistor in the SMPS is ON when the output of
the TEAl 039 is HIGH, i.e., when the opencollector output transistor is OFF. The duty
factor of the SMPS is the time that the output
of the TEA 1039 is HIGH divided by the pulse
repetition time.

Supply Vee (Pin 9)
The circuit is usually supplied from the SMPS
that it regulates. It may be supplied either
from its primary DC voltage or from its output
voltage. In the latter case an auxiliary starting
supply is necessary.
The circuit has an internal Vee out-of-range
protection. In the frequency regulation mode
the oscillator is stopped; in the duty factor
regulation mode the duty factor is made zero.
When the supply voltage returns within its
range, the circuit is started with the slow-start
procedure.
When the circuit is supplied from the SMPS
itself, the out-of-range protection also provides an effective protection against any
interruption in the feedback loop.

Mode Input M (Pin 6)
The circuit works in the frequency regulation
mode when the mode input M is connected to
ground (VEE, Pin 7). In this mode the circuit
produces output pulses of a constant width
but with a variable pulse repetition time.
The circuit works in the duty factor regulation
mode when the mode input M is left open. In
November 14, 1986

this mode the circuit produces output pulses
with a variable width but with a constant pulse
repetition time.

0.8
1.5

1.2

V
mVrC

1.7
-1.4

2.1

V
mVrC

Oscillator Resistor and
Capacitor Connections RX and
CX (Pins 4 and 5)

is HIGH until the voltage on the capacitor
exceeds the voltage on the feedback input
FB; it becomes HIGH again after discharge of
the capacitor (see Figures 5 and 6). An
internal maximum limit is set to the duty factor
of the SMPS by the discharging time of the
capacitor.

The output pulse repetition frequency is set
by an oscillator whose frequency is determined by an external capacitor C5 connected
between the CX connection (Pin 5) and
ground (VEE, Pin 7), and an external resistor
A4 connected between the AX connection
(Pin 4) and ground. The capacitor C5 is
charged by an internal current source, whose
current level is determined by the resistor A4.
In the frequency regulation mode these two
external components determine the minimum
frequency; in the duty factor regulation mode
they determine the working frequency (see
Figure 2). The output pulse repetition frequency varies less than 1% with the supply
voltage over the supply voltage range.

The feedback input compares the input current with an internal current source whose
current level is set by the external resistor A4.
In the frequency regulation mode, the higher
the voltage on the FB input, the longer the
external capacitor C5 is charged, and the
lower the frequency will be. In the duty factor
regulation mode external capacitor C5 is
charged and discharged at a constant rate,
the voltage on the FB input now determines
the moment that the output will become
LOW. The higher the voltage on the FB input,
the longer the output remains HIGH, and the
higher the duty factor of the SMPS.

In the frequency regulation mode the output
is LOW from the start of the cycle until the
voltage on the capacitor reaches 2V. The
capacitor is further charged until its voltage
reaches the voltage on either the feedback
input FB or the limit setting input LIM, provided it has exceeded 2.2V. As soon as the
capacitor voltage reaches 5.9V the capacitor
is discharged rapidly to 1.3V and a new cycle
is initiated (see Figures 3 and 4).
For voltages on the FB and LIM inputs lower
than 2.2V, the capacitor is charged until this
voltage is reached; this sets an internal maximum frequency limit.
In the duty factor regulation mode the capacitor is charged from 1.3V to 5.9V and discharged again at a constant rate. The output

14-15

Feedback Input FB (Pin 3)

Limit Setting Input LIM (Pin 2)
In the frequency regulation mode this input
sets the minimum frequency, in the duty
factor regulation mode it sets the maximum
duty factor of the SMPS. The limit is set by an
external resistor A2 connected from the LIM
input to ground (Pin 7) and by an internal
current source, whose current level is determined by external resistor A4.
A slow-start procedure is obtained by connecting a capacitor between the LIM input
and ground. In the frequency regulation mode
the frequency slowly decreases from fMAX to
the working frequency. In the duty factor
regulation mode the duty factor slowly increases from zero to the working duty factor.

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Product Specification

Control Circuit for Switched-Mode Power Supply

Overcurrent Protection Input
eM (Pin 1)

Output Q (Pin 8)
The output is an open-collector NPN transistor, only capable of sinking current. It requires
an external resistor to drive an NPN transistor
in the SMPS (see Figures 7 and 8).

A voltage on the eM input exceeding O.37V
causes an immediate termination of the output pulse. In the duty factor regulation mode
the circuit starts again with the slow-start
procedure.

100

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eo

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20

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6

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6.8nF
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4

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8

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Figure 2. Multiple-Circuit Substrate

Mixed Prints
The possibility of using a partitioned design
should be investigated when considering the
mixed-print substrate option. For this, part of
the circuit would be an all-SMD substrate, and
the remainder a conventional through-hole

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Substrate Design Guidelines for Surface-Mounted Devices

PCB or mixed-print substrate. This allows the
circuit to be broken down into, for example,
high and low power sections, or high and low
fl'equency sections.

Automated SMD Placement
Machines
The selection of automated SMO placement
machines for manufacturing requirements is
an issue reaching far beyond the scope of
this section. However, as a guide, the four
main placement techniques are outlined.
They are:
In-Line Placement - a system with a series
of dedicated pick-and-place units, each placing a single SMO in a preset position on the
substrate. Generally used for small circuits
with few components. See Figure 3a.

a. In-line Placement

b. Sequential Placement

Sequential Placement - a single pick-andplace unit sequentially places SMOs onto the
substrate. The substrate is positioned below
the pick-and-place unit using a computercontrolled X-V moving table (a "software
programmable" machine). See Figure 3b.
Simultaneous Placement - places all
SMOs in a single operation. A placement
module (or station), with a number of pickand-place units, takes an array of SMOs from
the packaging medium and simultaneously
places them on the substrate. The pick and
place units are guided to their substrate
location by a program plate (a "hardware
programmable" machine), or by softwarecontrolled X-Y movement of substrate and I or
pick-and-place units. See Figure 3c.
Sequential/Simultaneous Placement - a
complete array of SMOs is transferred in a
single operation, but the pick-and-place units
within each placement module can place all
devices simultaneously, or individually (sequentially). Positioning of the SMOs is software-controlled by moving the substrate on
an X-V moving table, by X-V movement of the
pick-and-place units, or by a combination of
both. See Figure 3d.

All four techniques, although differing in detail, use the same two basic steps: picking the
SMO from the packaging medium (tape, magazine, or hopper) and placing it on the substrate. In all cases, the exact location of each
SMO must be programmed into the automated placement machine.

Soldering Techniques
The SMO-populated substrate is soldered by
conventional wave soldering, reflow soldering, or a combination of both wave and reflow
soldering. These techniques are covered at
length in another publication entitled SMD
Soldering Techniques, but, briefly, they can
be described as follows:
Wave Soldering - the conventional method
of soldering through-hole component assem-

. February 1987

c. Simultaneous Placement

d. Sequential/Simultaneous Placement
Figure 3

blies where the substrate passes over a wave
(or more often, two waves) of molten solder.
This technique is favored for mixed-print assemblies with through-hole components on
the top of the substrate, and SMOs on the
bottom.
Reflow Soldering - a technique originally
developed for thick-film hybrid circuits using a
solder paste or cream (a suspension of fine
solder particles in a sticky resin-flux base)
applied to the substrate which, after component placement, is heated and causes the
solder to melt and coalesce. This method is
predominantly used for Type I (all-SMO) assemblies.
Combination Wave/Reflow Soldering - a
sequential process using both the foregoing
techniques to overcome the problems of
soldering a double-sided mixed-print substrate with SMOs and through-hole components on the top, and SMOs only on the
bottom. (Type liB).

Footprint Definition
An SMO footprint, as shown in Figure 4,
consists of:
• A pattern for the (copper) solderlands
• A pattern for the solder resist

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• If applicable, a pattern for the solder
cream.
The design for the footprint can be represented as a set of nominal coordinates and
dimensions. In practice, the actual coordinates of each pattern will be distributed
around these nominal values due to positioning and processing tolerances. Therefore, the
coordinates are stochastic; the actual values
form a probability distribution, with a mean
value (the nominal value) and a standard
deviation.
The coordinates of the SMO are also stochastic. This is due to the tolerances of the
actual component dimensions and the positional errors of the automated placement
machine.
The relative positions of solderland, solder
resist pattern, and SMO, are not arbitrary. A
number of requirements may be formulated
concerning clearances and overlaps. These
include:
• Limiting factors in the production of the
patterns (for example, the spacing
between solderlands or tracks has a
minimum value)

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• Maximizes the number of tracks
between adjacent solderlands.
The final SMO footprint design also depends
on the soldering process to be used. The
requirements for a wave-soldered substrate
differ from those for a reflow-soldered substrate, so each is discussed individually.

Footprints for Wave Soldering
To determine the footprint of an SMO for a
wave-soldered substrate, consider four main
interactive factors:
• The component dimensions plus
tolerances - determined by the
component manufacturer
• The substrate metallization - positional
tolerance of the solderland with respect
to a reference point on the substrate
• The solder resist - positional tolerance
of the solder resist pattern with respect
to the same reference pOint

Figure 4. Component Lead, Solder
Land, Solder Resist, and Solder
Cream "Footprint"
• Requirements concerning the soldering
process (for example, the solderlands
must be free of solder resist)
• Requirements concerning the quality of
the solder joint (for example, the
solderland must protrude from the SMO
metallization to allow an appropriate
solder meniscus)
Mathematical elaboration of these requirements and substitution of values for all tolerances and other parameters lead to a set of
inequalities that have to be solved simultaneously_ To do this manually using worstcase design is not considered realistic_ A
better approach is to use a statistical analysis; although this requires a complex computer program, it can be done.
Such an approach may deliver more than one
solution, and, if this is so, then the optimal
solution must be determined. Optimization is
achieved by setting the following objective find the solution that:
• Minimizes the area occupied by the
footprint

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• The placement tolerance - the ability of
an automated placement machine to
accurately position the SMO on the
substrate.
The coordinates of patterns and SMOs have
to meet a number of requirements. Some of
these have a general validity (the minimum
overlap of SMO metallization and solderland)
and available space for solder meniscus.
Others are specifically required to allow successful wave soldering. One has to take into
account factors like the "shadow effect"
(missing of joints due to high component
bodies), the risk of solder bridging, and the
available space for a dot of adhesive.

The "Shadow Effect"
In wave soldering, the way in which the
substrate addresses the wave is important.
Unlike wave soldering of conventional printed
boards where there are no component bodies
to restrict the wave's freedom to traverse
across the whole surface, wave soldering of
SMO substrates is inhibited by the presence
of SMOs on the solder-side of the board. The
solder is forced around and over the SMOs as
shown in Figure 5a, and the surface tension
EXTENDED
SOLDER LANDS

SUBSTRATE

a. Surface Tension Can Prevent the Molten Solder
From Reaching the Downstream End of the SMD,
Known as the "Shadow Effect"

The shadow effect becomes critical with high
component bodies. However, wetting of the
solderlands during wave soldering can be
improved by enlarging each land as shown in
Figure 5b. The extended substrate metallization makes contact with the solder and allows
it to flow back and around the component
metallization to form the joint.
The use of the dual-wave soldering technique
also partially alleviates this problem because
the first, turbulent wave has sufficient upward
pressure to force solder onto the component
metallization, and the second, smooth wave
"washes" the substrate to form good fillets of
solder. Similarly, oil on the surface of the
solder wave lowers the surface tension,
(which lessens the shadow effect), but this
technique introduces problems of contaminants in the solder when the oil decomposes.

Footprint Orientation
The orientation of SO (small outline) and VSO
(very small outline) ICs is critical on wavesoldered substrates for the prevention of
solder bridge formation. Optimum solder penetration is achieved when the central axis of
the IC is parallel to the flow of solder as
shown in Figure 6a. The SO package may
also be transversely oriented, as shown in
Figure 6b, but this is totally unacceptable for
the VSO package.

Solder Thieves
Even with parallel mounted SO and VSO
packages, solder bridges have a tendency to
form on the leads downstream of the solder
flow. The use of solder thieves (small squares
of substrate metallization), shown in Figure 7
for a 40-pin VSO, further reduces the likelihood of solder-bridge formation.

SUBSTRATE

DIRECTION

b. Extending the Solder Lands to Overcome the
Shadow Effect
Figure 5

February 1987

of the molten solder prevents its reaching the
far end of the component, resulting in a dryjoint downstream of the solder flow. This is
known as the "shadow effect."

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For bonding small outline (SO) ICs to the
substrate, two dots of adhesive are sufficient
for 50-8, -14, and -16 packages, but the SOL20, -24, -28, and VSO-40 packages need
three dots. The through-tracks (or dummy
tracks) must be positioned beneath the IC
accordingly to support the adhesive dots.

FLOW
DIRECTION

a. Parallel Orientation for SO
and VSO Packages

b. Transverse Orientation for
SO Packages Only
Figure 6

SUBSTRATE

OIR~ON

g
:

210

+

l'- SOLD~~~ANDS
SOLDER THIEF

--j2tFigure 7. Example of Solder Thieves
for VSO-40 Footprints (Dims in mm)

sOle

Figure 8. Misaligned Placement of SO
Package Increases the Possibility of
Solder Bridging

Placement Inaccuracy
Another major cause of solder bridges on SO
ICs and plastic leaded chip carriers (PLCCs)
is. a slight misalignment as shown in Figure 8.
The close spacing of the leads on these
devices means that any inaccuracy in placement drastically reduces the space between

February 1987

adjacent pins and solderlands, thus increasing the chance of solder bridges forming.

Dummy Tracks for Adhesive
Application
For wave soldering, an adhesive to affix
components to the substrate is required. This
is necessary to hold the SMDs in place
between the placement operation and the
soldering process (this technique is covered
at length in another publication entitled Adhesive Application and Curing).
The amount of adhesive applied is critical for
two reasons: first, the adhesive dot must be
high enough to reach the SMD, and, second,
there mustn't be too much adhesive which
could foul the solderland and prevent the
formation of a solder joint. The three parameters governing the height of the adhesive dot
are shown in Figure 9. Although this diagram
illustrates that the minimum requirement is
C > A + B, in practice, C > 2(A + B) is more
realistic for the formation of a good strong
bond.
Taking these parameters in turn, the substrate metallization height (A) can range from
about 35"m for a normal print-and-etch PCB
to 135"m for a plated through-hole board.
And the component metallization height (B)
(on 1206-size passive devices, for example)
may differ by several tens of microns. Therefore, A + B can vary considerably, but it is
desirable to keep the dot height (C) constant
for anyone substrate.
The solution to this apparent problem is to
route a track under the device as shown in
Figure 10. This will eliminate the substrate
metallization height (A) from the adhesive
dot-height criteria. Quite often, the high component density of SMD substrates necessitates the routing of tracks between solderlands, and, where it does not, a short dummy
track should be introduced.

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NOTES:
A = Substrate metallization height
B "" SMD metallization height
C = Height of adhesive dot

Figure 9. Adhesive Dot Height Criteria

Footprints for Reflow Soldering
To determine the footprint of an SMD for a
reflow-soldered substrate, there are now five
interactive factors to consider: the four that
affect the wave solder footprints (although
the solder resist may be omitted), plus an
additional factor relating to the solder cream
application (the positional tolerance of the
screen-printed solder cream with respect to
the solderlands).

Solder Cream Application
In reflow soldering, the solder cream (or
paste) is applied by pressure syringe dispensing or by screen printing. For industrial purposes, screen printing is the favored technique because it is much faster than dispensing.

Screen Printing
A stainless steel mesh coated with emulsion
(except for the solderland pattern where
cream is required) is placed over the substrate. A squeegee passes across the screen
and forces solder cream through the uncoated areas of the mesh and onto the solderland. As a result, dots of solder cream of a
given height and density (in mg/mm2 ) are
produced.
There is an optimum amount of solder cream
for each jOint. For example, the solder cream
requirements for the C1206 SM capacitor are
around 1.5mg per end; the SO IC requires
between 0.5 and 0.75mg per lead.
The solder cream density, combined with the
required amount of solder, makes a demand
upon the area of the solderland (in mm2 ). The
footprint dimensions for the solder cream
pattern are typically identical to those for the
solderlands.

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DUMMY·TRACK
OR

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TROUGH'TR~C~:.~

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Figure 10. Through-Track or Dummy
Track to Modify Dot Height Criteria

DO

Floating
One phenomenon sometimes observed on
reflow-soldered substrates is that known as
"floating" (or ··swimming·'). This occurs
when the solder paste reflows, and the force
exerted by the surface tension of the now
molten solder "pulls" the SMD to the center
of the solderland.
When the solder reflows at both ends simultaneously, the swimming phenomenon results
in the SMD self-centering on the footprint as
the forces of surface tension fight for equilibrium. Although this effect can remove minor
positional errors, it's not a dependable feature and cannot be relied upon. Components
must always be positioned as accurately as
possible.

Footprint Dimensions
The following diagrams (Fig. 11 to 19) show
footprint dimensions for SO ICs, the VSO-40
package, PLCC packages, and the range of
surface-mounted transistors, diodes, resistors, and capacitors. All dimensions given are
based on the criteria discussed in these
guidelines.

I I

INCHES

INCHES
PACKAGE
OUTLINE

ABC

PACKAGE
OUTLINE

0

SO-8. 14, 16

.155 .275 .060 .024 .050

VS040

SOL-1S, 20, 24, 28

.310

VSO·56

.450

.070

.024

.050

so

SMALL
SO LARGE

A

B

C

D

4.0
7.8

7.0
11.4

1.5
1.8

.6
.6

PACKAGE
OUTLINE

1.27

1.27

SOL-8

C

D

.536
.676

.108

.02
.02

.108

.030
.030

VSO·40
VSO·56

A

B

C

D

E

8.0
11.5

13.4
16.9

2.7
2.7

.5
.5

.762
.75

Figure 12. Footprints for V50 ICs

METRIC (mm)
PACKAGE
OUTLINE

B

.32
.46

METRIC (mm)

METRIC (mm)
PACKAGE
OUTLINE

A

A

B

C

D

9.0

13.2

2.1

.6

C

D

1.27

INCHES
PACKAGE
OUTLINE
SOL-8

B

A
.36

.528 .084 .024 .050

Figure 11. Footprints for 50 ICs

Please note - these footprints are based on
our experience with both experimental and
actual production substrates and are reproduced for guidance only. Research is constantly going on to cover all SMDs currently
available and those planned for in the future,
and data will be published when in it becomes
available.
PACKAGE
OUTLINE
PLCC·20
PLCC·28
PLCC-44
PLCC-52

PLCC·68
PLCC·84
PLCC·32

A

B

C

INCHES
D
E

G

.260 .440.090 .024 .050 .260 .440
.360 .540.090 .024 .050 .360 .540
.560 .740.090 .024 .050 .560 .740
.660 .840.090 .024 .050 .660 .840
.8601.040.090 .024 .050 .860 1.040
1.0601.240.090 .024 .050 1.060 1.240
.360 .540.090 .024 .050 .460 .640

Figure 13. Footprints for PlCCs

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I A
I 0.048
0.032

B

E

0.104 0.028 0.044 0.104
0.136 0.052 0.052 0.048 0.152

SOT-23

I

A

B

R.flow
Wave

11.2

2.6
3.4

0.8

INCHES
C
D

METRIC (mm)
D
C

0.7
1.3

1.1
1.3

2.6
1.2

3.8

Figure 14. Footprints for SOT·23
Transistors

F

E

G

H

I 0.104 0.0280.048 0.036 0.044 0.036 0.116 0.044

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A

B

80T·143

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METRIC (mm)

C

D

E

1.2 0.9

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F

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0.10

0.208
0.2

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0.05

0.056
0.08

SOD-80

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A

B

2.4
2.5

5.2
5.0

I

C

PACKAG~I

METRIC (mm)

1.4

1.4
2.0

1.25

C0805
R/C1206
C1210

C1808
C1812
C2220

SIZE

INCHES
A
B

0.08 X 0.05 0.032 0.136
0.128 X 0.064 0.072 0.184
0.128 X 0.1 0.072 0.184
0.18 X 0.08 0.112 0.248
0.18 x 0.128 0.112
0.228 x 0.2 0.16

SIZE

2.0 X 1.25
3.2
3.2
4,5
4.5

X
X
X
X

1.6
2.5
2.0
3.2

5.7

x

5.0

F

G

0.08 0.1840.1040.0480.0320.0280.152

I

A

B

2.0

4.6

METRIC (mm)
C
D
E

2.6

1.2

0.8

F

G

0.7

3.8

Figure 16. Footprints for ReflowSoldered SOT-89 Transistors

lEi

C

D

0.052
0.056
0.056

0.056

C

D

1.3
1.4
1.4
1.7
1.7
1.7

1.4
1.7
2.6
2.1
3.3
5.1

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0.104
0.068 0.084
0.068 0.132
0.296 0.068 0.204

3.4
4.6
4.6
6.2
6.2
7.4

Figure 18. Footprints for ReflowSoldered Surface-Mounted Resistors
and Ceramic Multilayer Capacitors

15-8

80T·89

B

A

I

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INCHES
C
D
E

0.248

METRIC (mm)
A
B

0.8
1.8
1.8
2.8
2.8
4.0

OUTLINE

80T·89

~~~~~~EI

D

1.1

Figure 17. Footprints for ReflowSoldered SOT·143 Transistors

February 1987

Reflow
Wave

CODE

INCHES

D

D

C0805
R/C1206
C1210
C1808
C1812
C2220

01'"072905

C

C

CODE

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B

B

D-f- DI

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A

A

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Figure 15. Footprints for SOO-80
Diodes

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80T-143

INCHES

800-80

R.flow
Wave

o~ rnl

I
COBOS

R/C1206

CODE

SIZE

A

INCHES
B
C

D

E

I 0.08 X 1.05 0.048 0.144 0.048 0.048 0.016
0.128

I

x .0640.08 0.192 0.056 0.056 0.020

SIZE

C0805
1 2.0 X 1.25
R/C1206
3.2 X .6

METRIC (mm)
A
B
C

1.2
2.0

3.6
4.8

1.2
1.4

D

E

1.2
1.4

0.4
0.5

Figure 19. Footprints for WaveSoldered Surface-Mounted Resistors
and Ceramic Multilayer Capacitors

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Layout Considerations
Component orientation plays an important
role in obtaining consistent solder-joint quality. The substrate layout shown in Figure 20
will result in significantly better solder joints
than a substrate with SMO resistors and
capacitors positioned parallel to the solder
flow.

Component Pitch
The minimum component pitch is governed
by the maximum width of the component and
the minimum distance between adjacent
components. When defining the maximum
component width, the rotational accuracy of
the placement machine must also be considered. Figure 21 shows how the effective width
of the SMO is increased when the component
is rotated with respect to the footprint by
angle ¢'. (For clarity, the rotation is exaggerated in the illustration.)

SOLDER

FLOW

The minimum permissible distance between
adjacent SMOs is a figure based upon the
gap required to avoid solder-bridging during
the wave soldering process. Figure 22 shows
how this distance and the maximum component width are combined to derive the basic
expression for calculating the minimum pitch
(FMIN)·
As a guide, the recommended minimum
pitches for various combinations of two sizes
of SMOs, the R/C1206 and COB05 (R or C
designating resistor or capacitor respectively;
the number referring to the component size),
are given in Table 1. These figures are
statistically derived under certain assumed
boundary conditions as follows:
• Positioning error (Il.p)± 0.3mm; (± 0.012")
• Pattern accuracy (Il.q)± 0.3mm;
(±0.012")

SUBSTRATE
DIRECTION

~

'-----Y

Figure 20. Recommended Component Orientation for Wave-Soldered Substrates

• Rotational accuracy (¢)± 3'
• Component metallization/solderland
overlap (MMIN) 0.1mm (0.004") (Note
this figure is only valid for wave
soldering)
• The figure for the minimum permissible
gap between adjacent components
(GMIN) is taken to be 0.5mm (0.020").
As these calculations are not based on worstcase conditions, but on a statistical analysis
of all boundary conditions, there is a certain
flexibility in the given data.
For example, it is possible to position RI
C1206 SMOs on a 2.5mm pitch, but the
probability of component placements occurring with GMIN smaller than 0.5mm will increase; hence, the likelihood of SOlder-bridging also increases. Each application must be
assessed on individual merit with regard to
acceptable levels of rework, and so on.

February 1987

NOTES:
(/> "" Component rotation with respect to footprint
L sin ¢ "'" Effective increase in width
W sin cp = Effective increase in length

Figure 21. The Influence of Rotation of the SMD With Respect to the Footprint

Solderland/Via Hole
Relationship
With reflow-soldered multilayer and doublesided, plated through-hole substrates, there
must be sufficient separation between the via
holes and the solderlands to prevent a solder

15·9

well from forming. If too close to a solder
joint, the via hole may suck the molten solder
away from the component by capillary action;
this results in insufficient wetting of the joint.

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of a leaded component. Minimum distances
between the clinched lead ends and the
SMOs or substrate conductors are 1mm
(0.04") and 0.5 (0.02") respectively.

Placement Machine Restrictions
There are two ways of looking at the distribution of SMOs on the substrate: uniform SMD
placement and non-uniform SMO placement.
With nonuniform placement, center-to-center
dimensions of SMOs are not exact multiples
of a predetermined dimension as shown in
Figure 24a, so the location of each is difficult
to program into the machine.

t

Gmio

NOTES:
WMAX = Maximum width of component
GMIN :::: Minimum permissible gap
FMIN = Minimum pitch
P1 = Nominal position of component 1 (tolerance .o:lp)
P2 "" Nominal position of component 2 (tolerance .6.p)
FMIN "" WMAX

Substrate Population

+ 2Ap + GMIN

Figure 22. Criteria for Determining the Minimum Pitch of SMDs

Table 1. Recommended Pitch For R/C1206 and COSOS SMOs
Component
A

Combination

Uniform placement uses a modular grid system with devices placed on a uniform centerto-center spacing. (For example, 2.5 (0.1") or
5mm (0.2") as shown in Figure 24b.) This
placement has the distinct advantage of establishing a standard and enables the use of
other automated placement machines for future production requirements without having
to redesign boards.

Component B

R/C1206

C0805

R/C1206
COB05

3.0(0.12")
2.B(0.112")

2.B(0.112")
2.6(0.0104")

R/C1206
COB05

5.B (0.232")
5.3 (0.212")

5.3 (0.212")
4.6 (0.192")

R/C1206
C0605

4.1 (0.164")
3.6(0.144")

3.7(0.146")
3.0(0.12")

Population density of SMOs over the total
area of the substrate must also be carefully
considered, as placement machine limitations
can create a "lane" or "zone" that restricts
the total number of components which can be
placed within that area on the substrate.
For example, on a hardware-programmable
simultaneous placement machine (see Figure
3c), each pick-and-place un~ within the placement module can only place a component on
the substrate in a restricted lane (owing to

'>1

Solderland/Component Lead
Relationship
Of special consideration for mixed-print substrate layout is the location of leaded components with respect to the SMO footprints and
February 1967

the minimum distance between a protruding
clinched lead and a conductor or SMO. Figure
23 shows typical configurations for R/C1206
SMOs mounted on the underside of a substrate with respect to the clinched leads

15-10

Figure 23_ Location of R/C1206
SMDs on the Underside of a MixedPrint Substrate with Respect to the
Clinched Leads of Through-Hole
Components (Dimensions in mm)

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Test Points
Siting of test points for in-circuit testing of
SMD substrates presents problems owing to
the fewer via holes, higher component densities, and components on both sides of SMD
substrates. On conventional double-sided
PCBs, the via holes and plated-through component lead-holes mean that most test-points
are accessible from one side of the board.
However, on SMD substrates, extra provision
for test-points may have to be made on both
sides of the substrate.

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Placement of the 10 components in the lane
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require a machine with 10 placement modules (or ten passes beneath a single place·
ment module), an inefficient process considering that there are no more than three SMDs
in any other lane.

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Figure 26a shows the recommended approach for positioning test-points in tracks
close to components, and Figure 26b shows
an acceptable (though not recommended)
alternative where the solderland is extended
to accommodate the test pin. This latter
method avoids sacrificing too much board
space, thus maintaining a high-density layout,
but can introduce the problem of components
moving ("floating") when reflow-soldered.
The approach shown in Figure 26c is totally
unacceptable since the pressure applied by
the test pin can make an open-circuit
soldered jOint appear to be good, and, more
importantly, the test pin can damage the
metallization on the component, particularly
with small SMDs.

a. RECOMMENDED Test Point
Location Close to an SMD

b. Acceptable Test Point Location

CAD Systems for SMD
Substrate Layout
At present, about half of all PCBs are laid out
using computer-aided design (CAD) techniques, and this proportion is expected to rise
to over 90% by 1988. Of the many current
CAD systems available for designing PCB
layouts for conventional through-hole components and ICs in DIL packages, few are SMDcompatible, and systems dedicated exclusively to SMD substrate layout are still comparatively rare. There are two main reasons
for this: some CAD suppliers are waiting for
SMD technology to fully mature before updating their systems to cater to SMD-Ioaded
substrates, and others are holding back until
standard package outlines are fully defined.
However, updating CAD systems used for
through-hole printed boards is not simply a
case of substituting SMD footprints for conventional component footprints, since SMDpopulated substrates impose far tougher restraints on PCB layout and require a total
rethink of the layout programs. For example,
systems must deal with higher component
densities, finer track widths, devices on both
sides of the substrate (pOSSibly occupying
corresponding pOSitions on opposite sides),
and even SMDs under conventional DILs on
the same side of the substrate.
The amount of reworking that a program
requires depends on whether it's an interactive (manual) system, or one with fully automatic routing and placement capabilities. For

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c. UNACCEPTABLE Test Point
Location
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interactive systems, where the user positions
the components and routes the tracks manually on-screen, program modifications will be
minimal. Automatic systems, however, must
contend with the stricter design rules for SMD
substrate layout. For example, many autorouting programs assume that every solderland is a plated through-hole and, therefore,
can be used as a via hole. This is not
applicable for SMD-populated substrates.
CAD programs base the substrate layout on a
regular grid. This method, analogous to drawing the layout on graph paper, must have the
grid lines on a pitch that is no larger than the
smallest component or feature (track width,
pitch, and so on). For conventional DIL
boards, this is typically 0.635mm (0.025"), but
with the much smaller SMDs, a grid spacing
of 0.0254mm (0.001") is required. Consequently, for the same area of substrate, a
CAD system based on this finer grid requires

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a resolution more than 600 times greater than
that required for conventional-layout CAD
systems.
To handle this, extra memory capacity can be
added, or the allowable substrate area can be
limited. In fact, the small size of SMDs, and
the high-density layouts possible, generally
result in a smaller substrate. However, highdensity layout gives rise to additional complications not directly related to the SMD substrate design guidelines. Most CAD systems,
for instance, cannot always completely route
all interconnects, and some traces have to be
routed manually. This can be particularly
difficult with the fewer via holes and smaller
component spacing of SMD boards.
Ideally, the CAD program should have a
"tear-up and start again" algorithm that allows it to restart autorouting if a previous

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attempt reaches a position where no further
traces can be routed before an acceptable
percentage of interconnects (and this percentage must first be determined) have been
made. This minimizes the manual reworking
required.

CAE/CAD/CAM Interaction
Computer-aided production of printed boards
has evolved from what was initially only a
computer-aided manufacturing process
(CAM - digitizing a manually-generated layout and using a photoplotter to produce the
artwork) to fully-interactive computer-aided
engineering, design, and manufacture using a
common database. Figure 27 illustrates how
this multi-dimensional interaction is particular1y well-suited to SMD-populated substrate
manufacture in its highly-automated environment of pick-and-place assembly machines
and test equipment.

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Using a fully-integrated system, linked by
local area network to a central database, will
make it possible to use the initial computeraided engineering (CAE - schematic design,
logic verification, and fault simulation) in the
generation of the final test patterns at the end
of the development process. These test patterns can then be used with the automatic
test equipment (ATE) for functional testing of
the finished substrates.
Such a system is particularly useful for testing
SMD-populated substrates, as their high component density and fewer via-holes make incircuit testing ("bed of nails" approach) difficult. Consequently, manufacturers are turning
to functional testing as an alternative. These
aspects are covered in another publication
entitled Functional Testing and Repair.

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and Manufacture of SMD Substrates

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Test and Repair

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AN INTRODUCTION
The key questions that must be asked of any
electronic circuit are "does it work, and will it
continue to do so over a specified period of
time?" Until zero-defect soldering is
achieved, and all components are guaranteed
serviceable by the vendors, manufacturers
can only answer these questions by carrying
out some form of test on the finished product.
The types of tests, and the depth to which
they are carried out, are determined by the
complexity of the circuit and the customer's
requirements. The amount of rework to be
performed on the circuit will depend on the
results of these tests and the degree of
reliability demanded. The criteria are true of
all electronic assemblies, and the test engineer must formulate test schedules accordingly.
Substrates loaded with surface mounted devices (SMDs), however, pose additional problems to the test engineer. The devices are
much smaller, and substrate population density is greater, leading to difficulty in accessing all circuit nodes and test points. Also SMD
substrate layout designs often have fewer via
and component lead holes, so test points
may not all be on one side of the substrate
and double-sided test fixtures become necessary.
To achieve the high throughput rates made
possible by using highly automated SMD
placement machines and volume soldering
techniques, automatic testing becomes a necessity. Visual inspection of the finished substrate by trained inspectors can normally
detect about 90% of defects. With the correct
combination of automatic test equipment, the
remainder can be eliminated. In this publication, we hope to provide the manufacturer
with information to enable him to evaluate
and select the best combination of test equipment and the most effective test methods for
his product.

BARE·BOARD TESTING
Although SMD substrates will undoubtedly be
smaller than conventional through-hole substrates and have less space between conductors, the principles of bare-board testing
remain the same. Many of the testers already
in use can, with little or no modification, be
used for SMD substrates. As this is already a
well-established and well-documented practice, it will not be discussed further in this
publication, but it is recommended that bareFebruary 1987

board testing always be used as the first step
in assuring board integrity.

POST·ASSEMBLY TESTING
Testing densely populated substrates is no
easy task, as the components may occupy
both sides of the board and cover many of
the circuit nodes (see Figure 1 for the three
main types of SMD-populated substrates).
Unlike conventional substrates, on which all
test points are usually accessible from the
bottom, SMD assemblies must be designed
from the start with the siting of test points in
mind. Probing SMD substrates is particularly
difficult owing to the very close spacing of
components and conductors.
Mixed print or all-SMD assemblies with components on both sides further aggravate the
testing problems, as not all test pOints are
present on the same side of the board.
Although two-sided test fixtures are feasible,
they are expensive and require considerable
time to build.
The application of a test probe to the top of
an SMD termination could damage it, and
probe pressure on a poor or open solder joint
can force contact and thus allow a defective
joint to be assessed as good. Figure 2a
illustrates the recommended siting of test
points close to SMD terminations, and Figure
2b shows an alternative, though not recommended, option. Here, problems could arise
from reflow soldering (solder migrating from
the joint) unless the test point area is separated from the solder land area with a stripe of
solder resist. Excessive mechanical pressure
caused by too many probes concentrated in a
small area may also result in substrate damage.
It is good practice for substrates to have test
points on a regular grid so that conventional,
rather than custom, testers may be used. If
the substrate has tall components or heatsinks, the test points must be located far
enough away to allow the probes to make
good contact. All test points should be solder
coated to provide good electrical contact. Via
holes may also be used as test points, but the
holes must be filled with solder to prevent the
probe from sticking.

AUTOMATIC TEST EQUIPMENT
(ATE)
As manufacturers strive to increase production, the question becomes not whether to

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use automatic test engineering (ATE), but
which ATE system to use and how much to
spend on it. Because of the rapid fall in price
of computers, memories, and peripherals,
today's low-cost ATE equals the performance
of the high-cost equipment of just two or
three years ago. For factory automation, manufacturers must consider many factors, such
as .production volume, product complexity,
and availability of skilled personnel.
One question is whether the ATE system can
be used not only for production testing but
also for service and repair to reduce the high
cost of keeping a substrate inventory in the
field. Another is whether assembly and process-induced faults represent a significant
percentage of production defects, rather than
out-of-tolerance components. These questions need to be answered before deciding on
the type of ATE system required.

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of an in-circuit tester alone, improves the
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design can, however, often eliminate the
need for double-sided test probe fixtures.

b. Acceptable, Though
Not Recommended, Location of
Test Points Close to SMDs

In-circuit testers power the assembly and
check for open or short-circuits, circuit parameters, and can pinpoint defective components. They can provide around 90% fault
coverage, but are more expensive than shortcircuit testers and programming can take
more than six weeks.
In-circuit analyzers are relatively simple to
program and can detect manufacturing-induced faults in one third of the time required
by an in-circuit tester. Fault coverage is
between 50% and 90%. Because they do not
power the assembly, they cannot detect digital logic faults, unlike an in-circuit tester or
functional tester.

c. Unacceptable Location
of Test Points Close to SMDs
Figure 2
Several systems are currently available to the
manufacturer, including short-circuit testers,
in-circuit testers, in-circuit analyzers, and
functional testers. Figure 3 shows a bar-chart
giving a comparison of percent fault detection
and programming time for various ATE systems.
A loaded-board, short-circuit tester takes
from two to six hours to program and its
effective fault coverage is between 35% and
65%. It has the advantage of being operationally fast and comparatively inexpensive. On
the negative side, however, it is limited to the
detection of short-circuits and may require a
double-sided, bed-of-nails test fixture (see
Figure 4), which for SMD substrates may be
expensive and take time to produce. Careful

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Functional testers, on the other hand, check
the assembly's performance and simply
make a go or no-go decision. Either the
assembly performs its required function or it
does not. They are much more expensive, but
their fault coverage is between 80 % and
98%. Their major disadvantages, apart from
cost, are that they cannot locate defective
components, and programming for a highcapacity system can take as long as nine
months.

Combining a short-circuit tester with a functional tester produces even more dramatic
results. If most defects are manufacturingproduced shorts, the use of a short-circuit
tester to relieve the functional tester of this
task can increase throughput five-fold while
maintaining a fault coverage of up to 98%.
II manufacturing faults and analog component defects are responsible for the majority
of failures, a relatively low-cost, in-circuit
analyzer can be used in tandem with an incircuit tester or functional tester to reduce
testing costs and improve throughput. The incircuit analyzer is three times faster than an
in-circuit tester in detecting manufacturinginduced faults, offers test and diagnostics
usually within 10 seconds each, and is relatively simple to program. But because it is
unpowered, an in-circuit analyzer cannot test
digital logic faults; either an in-circuit tester or
functional tester following the in-circuit analyzer must be used to locate this type of
defect.

POLLUTED POWER SUPPLIES
Today's electronic components and the
equipment used to test them are susceptible
to electrical noise. Erroneous measurements
on pass-or-fail tests could lower test throughput or, even more seriously, allow defective
products to pass inspection. Semiconductor
chips under test can also be damaged or
destroyed as high-energy pulses or line-voltage surges stress the fine-line geometrics
separating individual cells.
Noise pulses can be either in the normal (Iineto-line) mode or common (line-to-ground)
mode. Common-mode electrical noise poses
a special threat to modern electronic circuitry
since the safety ground line to which common-mode noise is referenced is often used
as the system's logic reference point. Since
parasitic capacitance exists between safety
ground and the reference point, at high frequencies these points are essentially tied
together, allowing noise to directly enter the
system's logic.

ATE Systems
An analysis of defects on a finished substrate
will determine which combination of ATE will
best meet the test requirements with regard
to fault coverage and throughput rate.
II most defects are short-circuits, a loadedboard short-circuit tester, in tandem with an
in-circuit tester, will pre-screen the substrate
for short-circuits twice as fast as the in-circuit
tester. This allows more time for the in-circuit
tester to handle the more complex test requirements. This combination of ATE, instead

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MANUAL REPAIR
The repair of SMD-populated substrates will
entail either the resoldering of individual joints
and the removal of shorts or the replacement
of defective components.
The reworking of defective joints will invariably involve the use of a manual soldering
iron. Bits are commercially available in a
variety of shapes, including special hollow
bits used for desoldering and for the removal
of solder bridges. The criteria for the inspec-

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Figure 4. Double-Sided, Bed-of-Nails Test Fixture
Using air pressure, the center pin of the collet
then pushes the PLCC into contact with the
substrate where it is maintained with the
correct amount of force. Heat is then applied
through the walls 01 the collet to rellow the
solder paste. The center pin maintains pressure on the PLCC until the solder has solidified, then the center pin is raised and the
replacement is complete.

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tion of reworked soldered joints are the same
as those for machine soldering.
Special care must be taken when reworking
or replacing electrostatic sensitive devices.
Soldering irons should be well grounded via a
safety resistor of minimum 100kr2. The
ground connection to the soldering iron
should be welded rather than clamped. This
is because oxidation occurs beneath the
clamp, thus isolating the ground connection.
Voltage spikes caused by the switching of the
iron can be avoided by using either continuously-powered irons, or irons that switch only
at zero voltage on the AC sine curve.
To remove defective leadless SMDs, a variety
of soldering iron bits are available that will
apply the correct amount of heat to both ends
of the component simultaneously and allow it
to be removed from the substrate. If the
substrate has been wave soldered, an adhesive will have been used, and the bond can

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be broken by twisting the bit. Any adhesive
residue must then be removed. The same
tool is then used to place and solder the new
component, using either solder cream or
resin-cored solder.
When a multi-leaded component, such as a
plastic leaded chip carrier (PLCC), has to be
removed, a heated collet can be used (see
Figure 5). The collet is positioned over the
PLCC, heat is applied to the leads and solder
lands automatically until the solder reflows.
The collet, complete with the PLCC, is then
raised by vacuum. Solder cream is then reapplied to the solder lands by hand. No
adhesive is required in this operation.
The collet is positioned over the replacement
PLCC, which is held in place by the slight
spring pressure of the PLCC leads against the
walls of the collet. The collet, complete with
PLCC, is then raised pneumatically and positioned over the solder lands.

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Another method, well-suited to densely populated SMD substrates, uses a stream 01
heated air, directed onto the SMD terminations. Once the solder has been rellowed, the
component can be removed with the aid 01
tweezers. While the hot air is being directed
onto the component, cooler air is played onto
the bottom of the substrate to protect it lrom
heat damage. During removal, the component should be twisted sideways slightly in
order to break the surface tension of the
solder and any adhesive bond between the
component and the substrate. This prevents
damage to the substrate when the component is lifted.
To lit a new component, the solder lands are
first retinned and fluxed, the new component
accurately placed, and the solder rellowed
with hot air. Substituting superheated argon,
nitrogen, or a mixture of nitrogen and hydrogen lor the hot air stream removes any risk of
contaminating or oxidizing the solder.
Focused infrared light has also been used
successfully to rellow the solder on densely
populated substrates.
In general, the equipment and procedures
used for the replacement of PLCCs can be
used for lead less ceramic chip carriers
(LCCCs) and small-outline packages (SO
ICs). SO ICs are somewhat easier to replace,
as the leads are more accessible and only on
two sides of the component.

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Fluxing and Cleaning

Linear Products

INTRODUCTION
The adoption of mass soldering techniques
by the electronics industry was prompted not
only by economics, and a requirement for
high throughput levels, but also by the need
for a consistent standard of quality and reliability in the finished product unattainable by
using manual methods. With surface-mounted device (SMD) assembly, this need is even
greater.
'
The quality of the end-product depends on
the measures taken during the design and
manufacturing stages. The foundations of a
high-quality electronic circuit are laid with
good design, and with correct choice of
components and substrate configuration. It is,
however, at the manufacturing stage where
the greatest number of variables, both with
respect to materials and techniques, have to
be optimized to produce high-quality soldering' a prerequisite for reliability.
Of the two most commonly-used soldering
techniques, wave and reflow, wave soldering
is by far the most widely used and understood. Many factors influence the outcome of
the soldering operation, some relating to the
soldering process itself, and others to the
condition of components and substrate to
which they are to be attached. These must be
collectively assessed to ensure high-quality
soldering.
One of the most important, most neglected,
and least understood of these processes is
the choice and application of flux. This section outlines the fluxing options available, and
discusses the various cleaning techniques
that may be required, for SMD substrate
assembly.

FLUXES
Populating a substrate involves the soldering
of a variety of terminations simultaneously. In
one operation, a mixture of tinned copper,
tin/lead-or gold-plated nickel-iron, palladiumsilver, tin/lead-plated nickel-barrier, and even
materials like Kovar, each possessing varying
degrees of solderability, must be attached to
a common substrate using a single solder
alloy.
It is for this reason that the choice of the flux
is so important. The correct flux will remove
surface oxides, prevent reoxidization, help to
transfer heat from source to jOint area, and
leave non-corrosive, or easily removable corrosive residues on the substrate. It will also
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improve wettability of the solder joint surfaces.
The wettability of a metal surface is its ability
to promote the formation of an alloy at its
interface with the solder to ensure a strong,
low-resistance joint.
However, the use of flux does not eliminate
the need for adequate surface preparation.
This is very important in the soldering of SMD
substrates, where any temptation to use a
highly-active flux in order to promote rapid
wetting of ill-prepared surfaces should be
avoided because it can cause serious problems later when the corrosive flux residues
have to be removed. Consequently, optimum
solderability is an essential factor for SMD
substrate assembly.
Flux is applied before the wave soldering
process, and during the reflow soldering process (where flux and solder are combined in a
solder cream). By coating both bare metal
and solder, flux retards atmospheric oxidization which would otherwise be intensified at
soldering temperature. In the areas where the
oxide film has been removed, a direct metalto-metal contact is established with one lowenergy interface. It is from this point of
contact that the solder will flow.

Types of Flux
There are two main characteristics of flux.
The first is efficacy-its ability to promote
wetting of surfaces by solder within a specified time. Closely related to this is the activity
of the flux, that is, its ability to chemically
clean the surfaces.

ed in varying quantities to increase it. These
take the form of either organic acids, or
organic salts that are chemically active at
soldering temperatures. It is therefore convenient to classify the colophony-based fluxes
by their activator content.

Non-Activated Rosin (R) Flux
These fluxes are formed from pure colophony
in a suitable solvent, usually isopropanol or
ethyl alcohol. Efficacy is low and cleaning
action is weak. Their uses in electronic soldering are limited to easily-wettable materials
with a high level of solderability. They are
used mainly on circuits where no risk of
corrosion can be tolerated, even after prolonged use (implanted cardiac pacemakers,
for example). Their flux residues are noncorrosive and can remain on the substrate,
where they will provide good insulation.

Rosin, Mildly-Activated (RMA)
Flux
These fluxes are also composed of colophony in a solvent, but with the addition of
activators, either in the form of di-basic organic acids (such as succinc acid), or organic
salts (such as dimethylammonium chloride or
diethylammonium chloride). It is customary to
express
the amount of added activator as mass percent of the chlorine ion on the colophony
content, as the activator-to-colophony ratio
determines the activity, and, hence, the corrosivity. In the case of RMA activated with
organic salts, this is only some tenths of one
percent.

Organic Soluble Fluxes

When organic acids are used, a higher percentage of activator must be added to produce the same efficacy as organic salts, so
frequently both salts and acids are added.
The cleaning action of RMA fluxes is stronger
than that of the R type, although the corrosivity of the residues is usually acceptable.
These residues may be left on the substrate
as they form a useful insulating layer on the
metal surfaces. This layer can, however,
impede the penetration of test probes at a
later stage.

Most of the fluxes soluble in organic liquids
are based on colophony or rosin (a natural
product obtained from pine sap that has been
distilled to remove the turpentine content).
Solid colophony is difficult to apply to a
substrate during machine soldering, so it is
dissolved in a thinning agent, usually an
alcohol. It has a very low efficacy, and hence
limited cleaning power, so activators are add-

The RA fluxes are similar to the RMA fluxes,
but contain a higher proportion of activators.
They are used mainly when component or
substrate solderability is poor and corrosionrisk requirements are less stringent. However,
as good solderability is considered essential
for SMD assembly, highly-activated rosin fluxes should not be necessary. The removal of

The second is the corrosivity of the flux, or
rather the corrosivity of its residues remaining
on the substrate after soldering. This is again
linked to the activity; the more active the flux,
the more corrosive are its residues.
Although there are many different fluxes
available, and many more being developed,
they fall into two basiC categories; those with
residues soluble in organic liquids, and those
with residues soluble in water.

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flux residues is optional and usually dependent upon the working environment of the
finished product and the customer's requirements.

Water-Soluble Fluxes
The water-soluble fluxes are generally used
to provide high fluxing activity. Their residues
are more corrosive and more conductive than
the rosin-based fluxes, and, consequently,
must always be removed from the finished
substrate. Although termed water soluble, this
does not necessarily imply that they contain
water; they may also contain alcohols or
glycols. It is the flux residues that are water
soluble. The usual composition of a watersoluble flux is shown below.
1. A chemically-active component for cleaning the surfaces.
2. A wetting agent to promote the spreading
of flux constituents.
3. A solvent to provide even distribution.
4. Substances such as glycols or watersoluble polymers to keep the activator in
close contact with the metal surfaces.
Although these substances can be dissolved
in water, other solvents are generally used, as
water has a tendency to spatter during soldering. Solvents with higher boiling points,
such as ethylene glycol or polyethylene glycol
are preferred.

Water-Soluble Fluxes With
Inorganic Salts
These are based on inorganic salts such as
zinc chloride, or ammonium chloride, or inorganic acids such as hydrochloric. Those with
zinc or ammonium chloride must be followed
by very stringent cleaning procedures as any
halide salts remaining on the substrate will
cause severe corrosion. These fluxes are
generally used for non-electrical soldering.
Although the hydrazine halides are among
the best active fluxing agents known, they are
highly suspect from a health point of view and
are therefore no longer used by flux manufacturers.

Water-Soluble Fluxes With
Organic Salts
These fluxes are based on organic hydrohalides such as dimethylammonium chloride,
cyclo hexalamine hydrochloride, and aniline
hydrochloride, and also on the hydrohalides
of organic acids. Fluxes with organic halides
usually contain vehicles such as glycerol or
polyethylene glycol, and non-ionic surfaceactive agents such as nonylphenol polyoxyethylene. Some of the vehicles, such as the
polyethylene glycols, can degrade the insulation resistance of epoxy substrate material
and, by rendering the substrate hydrophilic,
make it susceptible to electrical leakage in
high-humidity environments.
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Water-Soluble Fluxes With
Organic Acids
Based on acids such as lactic, melonic, or
citric, these fluxes are used when the presence of any halide is prohibited. However,
their fluxing action is weak, and high acid
concentrations have to be used. On the other
hand, they have the advantage that the flux
residues can be left on the substrate for some
time before washing without the risk of severe
corrosion.

Solder Creams
For reflow soldering, both the solder and the
flux are applied to the substrate before soldering and can be in the form of solder
creams (or pastes), preforms, electro-deposit,
or a layer of solder applied to the conductors
by dipping. For SMD reflow soldering, solder
cream is generally used.
Solder cream is a suspension of solder particles in flux to which special compounds have
been added to improve the rheological properties. The shape of the particles is important
and normally spherical particles are used,
although non-spherical particles are now being added, particularly in very fine-line soldering.
In principle, the same fluxes are used in
solder creams as for wave soldering. However, due to the relatively large surface area of
the solder particles (which can oxidize), more
effective fluxing is required and, in general,
solder creams contain a higher percentage of
activators than the liquid fluxes. The drying of
the solder paste during preheating (after component placement) is an important stage as it
reduces any tendency for components to
become displaced during soldering.

Flux Selection
Choosing an appropriate flux is of prime
importance to the soldering system for the
production of high-quality, reliable joints.
When solderability is good, a mildly-activated
flux will be adequate, but when solderability is
poorer, a more effective, more active flux will
be required. The choice of flux, moreover, will
be influenced by the cleaning facilities available, and if, in fact, cleaning is even feasible.

choice will be between an RA or an RMA
rosin-based flux.

Application of Flux
Three basic factors determine the method of
applying flux: the soldering process (wave or
reflow), the type of substrate being processed
(all-SMD or mixed print), and the type of flux.
For wave soldering, the flux must be applied
in liquid form before soldering. While it is
possible to apply the flux at a separate fluxing
station, with the high throughput rates demanded to maximize the benefits of SMD
technology, today's wave-soldering machines
incorporate an integral fluxing station prior to
the preheat stage. This enables the preheat
stage to be used to dry the flux as well as
preheat the substrate to minimize thermal
shock.
The most commonly-used methods of applying flux for wave soldering are by foam, wave,
or spray.

Foam Fluxing
Foam flux is generated by forcing low-pressure clean air through an aerator immersed in
liquid flux (see Figure 1). The fine bubbles
produced by the aerator are guided to the
surface by a chimney-shaped nozzle. The
substrates are passed across the top of the
nozzle so that the solder side comes in
contact with the foam and an even layer of
flux is applied. As the bubbles burst, flux
penetrates any plated-through holes in the
substrate.

Wave Fluxing
A double-sided wave can also be used to
apply flux, where the washing action of the
wave deposits a layer of flux on the solder
side of the substrate (see Figure 2). Waveheight control is essential and a soft, wipe-off
brush should be incorporated on the exit side
of the fluxing station to remove excess flux
from the substrate.

With water-soluble fluxes, aqueous cleaning
of the substrate after soldering is mandatory.
If thorough cleaning is not carried out, severe
problems may arise in the field, due to corrosion or short circuits caused by too low a
surface resistance of the conductive residues.
For rosin-based fluxes, the need for cleaning
will depend on the activity of the flux. Mildlyactivated rosin residues can, in most cases,
remain on the substrate where they will afford
protection and insulation. In practice, for the
great majority of electronic circuits, the

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AERATOR

COMPRESSED AIR

Figure 1. Schematic Diagram
of Foam Fluxer

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PREHEATING
Preheating the substrate before soldering
serves several purposes. It dries the flux to
evaporate most of the solvent, thus increasing the viscosity. If the viscosity is too low, the
flux may be prematurely expelled from the
substrate by the molten solder. This can
result in poor wetting of the surfaces, and
solder spatter.

IMPELLER

Figure 2. Schematic Diagram
of Wave Fluxer

Spray Fluxing
Several methods of spray fluxing exist; the
most common involves a mesh drum rotating
in liquid flux. Air is blown into the drum which,
when passing through the fine mesh, directs
a spray of flux onto the underside of the
substrate (see Figure 3). Four parameters
affect the amount of flux deposited: conveyor
speed, drum rotation, air pressure, and flux
density. The thickness of the flux layer can be
controlled using these parameters, and can
vary between 1 and 10!,m.
The advantages and disadvantages of these
three flux application techniques are outlined
in Table 1.

Flux Density
One of the main control factors for fluxes
used in machine soldering is the flux density.
This provides an indication of the solids
content of the flux, and is dependent on the
nature of the solvents used. Automatic control systems, which monitor flux density and
inject more solvent as required, are commercially available, and it is relatively simple to
incorporate them into the fluxing system.

Drying the flux also accelerates the chemical
action of the flux on the surfaces, and so
speeds up the soldering process. During the
preheating stage, substrate and components
are heated to between 80°C and 90°C (solvent-based fluxes) or to between 100°C and
110°C (water-based systems). This reduces
the thermal shock when the substrate makes
contact with the molten solder, and minimizes
any likelihood of the substrate warping.
The most common methods of preheating
are: convection heating with forced air, radiation heating using coils, infrared quartz lamps
or heated panels, or a combination of both
convection and radiation. The use of forced
air has the added advantage of being more
effective for the removal of evaporated solvent. Optimum preheat temperature and duration will depend on the nature and design of
the substrate and the composition of the flux.
Figure 4 shows a typical method of preheat
temperature control. The desired temperature
is set on the control panel, and the microprocessor regulates preheater No. 1 to provide
approximately 60 % of the required heat. The
IR detector scans the substrate immediately
following No. 1 heater and reads the surface
temperature. By taking into account the surface temperature, conveyor speed, and the
thermal characteristics of the substrate, the
microprocessor then calculates the amount
of additional heat required to be provided by
heater No. 2 in order to attain the preset
temperature. In this way, each substrate will
have the same surface temperature on reaching the solder bath.

POSTSOLDERING CLEANING

ROTATING DRUM

Figure 3. Schematic Diagram
of Spray Fluxer

February 1987

Now that worldwide efforts in both commercial and industrial electronics are converting
old designs from conventional assembly to
surface mounting, or a combination of both, it
can also be expected that high-volume cleaning systems will convert from in-line aqueous
cleaners to in-line solvent cleaners or in-line
saponification systems (a technique that uses
an alkaline material in water to react with the
rosin so that it becomes water soluble).
These systems may, however, become subject to environmental objections, and new
governmental restrictions on the use of halogenated hydrocarbons.

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The major reason for this is that the watersoluble flux residues, containing a higher
concentration of activators, or showing hygroscopic behavior, are much more difficult to
remove from SMD-populated substrates than
rosin-based flux residues. This is primarily
because the higher surface tension of water,
compared to solvents, makes it difficult for
the cleaning agents to penetrate beneath
SMDs, especially the larger ones, with their
greatly reduced off-contact distance (the distance between component and substrate).
Postsoldering cleaning removes any contamination, such as surface deposits, inclusions,
occlusions, or absorbed matter which may
degrade to an unacceptable level the chemical, physical, or electrical properties of the
assembly. The types of contaminant on substrates that can produce either electrical or
mechanical failure over short or prolonged
periods are shown in Table 2.
All these contaminants, regardless of their
origin, fall into one of two groups: polar and
non-polar.

Polar Contaminants
Polar contaminants are compounds that dissociate into free ions which are very good
conductors in water, quite capable of causing
circuit failures. They are also very reactive
with metals and produce corrosive reactions.
It is essential that polar contaminants be
removed from the substrates.

Non·Polar Contaminants
Non-polar contaminants are compounds that
do not dissociate into free ions or carry an
electrical current and are generally good
insulators. Rosin is a typical example of a
non-polar contaminant. In most cases, nonpolar contamination does not contribute to
corrosion or electrical failure and may be left
on the substrate. It may, however, impede
functional testing by probes and prevent good
conformal coat adhesion.

Solvents
The solvents currently used for the postsoldering cleaning of substrates are normally
organic based and are covered by three
classifications: hydrophobic, hydrophillic, and
azeotropes of hydrophobic/hydrophillic
blends.
Azeotropic solvents are mixtures of two or
more different solvents which behave like a
single liquid insomuch that the vapor produced by evaporation has the same composition as the liquid, which has a constant boiling
point between the boiling points of the two
solvents that form the azeotrope. The basic
ingredients of the azeotropic solvents are
combined with alcohols and stabilizers.
These stabilizers, such as nitromethane, are
included to prevent corrosive reaction be-

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Table 1. Advantages and Disadvantages of Flux Application Methods
Method

Advantages

Disadvantages

Foam
Fluxing

• Compatible with continuous
soldering process
• Foam crest height not
critical
• Suitable for mixed-print
substrates

• Not all fluxes have good foaming
capabilities
• Losses throught evaporation may
be appreciable
• Prolonged preheating because of
high boiling point of solvents

Wave
Fluxing

• Can be used with any
liquid flux

• Wave crest height is critical to
ensure good contact with bottom
of substrate without
contaminating the top

• Compatible with continuous
soldering process
• Suitable for denselypopulated mixed print
Spray
fluxing

• Can be used with most
liquid fluxes
• Short preheat time if
appropriate alcohol
solvents are used
• Layer thickness is
controllable

tween the metallization of the substrate and
the basic solvents.
Hydrophobic solvents do not mix with water
at concentrations exceeding 0.2%, and consequently have little effect on ionic contamination. They can be used to remove nonpolar contaminants such as rosin, oils, and
greases.
Hydrophillic solvents do mix with water and
can dissolve both polar and non-polar contamination, but at different rates. To overcome these differences, azeotropes of the
various solvents are formulated to maximize
the dissolving action for all types of contamination.

Solvent Cleaning
Two types of solvent cleaning systems are in
use today: batch and conveyorized systems,
either of which can be used for high-volume
production. In both systems, the contaminated substrates are immersed in the bOiling
solvents, and ultrasonic baths or brushes may
also be used to further improve the cleaning
capabilities.
The washing of rosin-based fluxes offers
advantages and disadvantages. Washed substrates can usually be inserted into racks
easier, as there will be no residues On their
edges; test probes can make better contact
without a rosin layer on the test points, and
the removal of the residues makes it easier to
visually examine the soldered joints. On the
other hand, washing equipment is expensive,
and so are the solvents, and some solvents
present a health or environmental hazard if
not correctly dealt with.
February 1987

• High flux losses due to nonrecoverable spray
• System requires frequent
cleaning

Certain fluxes, particularly some water-soluble ones, contain highly aggressive substances, and must not be allowed to come
into contact with the skin or eyes. Any contamination should immediately be removed
with plenty of clean, fresh water. Deionized
water should also be readily available as an
eye-wash. Should contamination occur, a
qualified medical practitioner should be consulted. Protective clothing should be worn
during cleaning or maintenance of the fluxing
station.

Conclusion

-Aqueous Cleaning
For high-volume production, special machines have been developed in which the
substrates are conveyor-fed through the various stages of spraying, washing, rinsing, and
drying. The final rinse water is blown from the
substrates to prevent any deposits from the
water being left on the substrate.
Where water-soluble fluxes have been used
in the soldering process, substrate cleaning is
mandatory. For the rosin-based fluxes, it is
optional, and is often at the discretion of the
customer.

Conformal Coatings
A conformal, or protective coating on the
substrate, applied at the end of processing,
prevents or minimizes the effects of humidity
and protects the substrate from contamination by airborne dust particles. Substrates
that are to be provided with a conformal
coating (dependent on the environmental
conditions to which the substrate will be
subjected) must first be washed.

Environmental and Ecological
Aspects of Fluxes and Solvents
Fumes and vapors produced during soldering
processes, or during cleaning, will not, under
normal circumstances, present a health hazard, if relevant health and safety regulations
are observed.
Fumes originating from colophony can cause
respiratory problems, so an efficient fumeextraction system is essential. The extraction
system must cover the fluxing, preheating,
and soldering stations, remain operational for
at least one hour after machine shutdown,

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and conform to local regulations. Today, the
problem of noxious fumes is unlikely to concern the cleaning station, as all commercial
systems are equipped to condense the vapors back into the system. In the future,
however, it can be expected that a much
lower degree of escape of noxious fumes
from any system will be allowed, and all
systems may have to be reviewed.

SMD technology imposes tougher restraints
on fluxing and cleaning of substrate assemblies. Traditionally, rosin-based Iluxes have
been used in electronic soldering where residues were considered "safe" and could be
left on the board. However, increased SMD
packing density, fine-line tracks, and more
rigid specifications have resulted in changes
to this basic philosophy.
There is now a demand for suliaces free from
residues; test probes are more efficient when
they do not have to penetrate rosin flux
residues, and conformal coating and board
inspection benefit from the absence of such
residues.
Cleaning also poses problems for SMD substrates. The close proximity of component
and substrate means that solvents cannot
effectively clean beneath devices. Components must also be compatible with the cleaning process. They must, for example, be
resistant to the solvents used and to the
temperatures of the cleaning process. They
must also be sealed to prevent cleaning fluids
from entering the devices and degrading
peliormance.
So, eliminating the need lor cleaning is better
than poor or incomplete cleaning. And in a
well-balanced system, mildly-activated rosinbased fluxes, leaving only non-corrosive residues, can be successfully used for SMD
substrate soldering without subsequent
cleaning.
Much research into fluxes and solder creams
is presently being done - for example, the
production of synthetic resin, with qualities
superior to colophony at a lower cost. Another area of research is that of solder creams
with non-melting additives, such as lead or
ceramic spheres, that increase the distance

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CONVEYOR
DRIVE
MOTOR

PRE·HEATER
2
SOLDER BATH

TEMPERATURE SET
CONTROL PANEL

Figure 4. Schematic Diagram of a Typical Controlled Preheat System

Table 2. Substrate Contaminants
Contaminant

Organic compounds
Inorganic insoluble compounds
Organo-metallic compounds
Inorganic soluble compounds
Particle matter

Origin

Fluxes, solder mask
Photo-resists, substrate processing
Fluxes, substrate processing
Fluxes
Dust, fingerprints

between component and substrate, thus
making it easier for cleaning fluids to penetrate beneath the component. It also increases the joint's ability to withstand thermal
cycling.
Rosin-free and halide-free fluxes are also
being developed with similar activities to conventional rosin-based fluxes. These new
types will combine the .. safety" of rosin
fluxes with easier removal in conventional
solvents. Using non-polar materials, ionizable
or corrosive residues are eliminated, and the
need for cleaning immediately after soldering
is avoided.

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Thermal Considerations for
Surface-Mounted Devices

Signetics

Linear Products

INTRODUCTION
Thermal characteristics of integrated circuit
(lC) packages have always been a major
consideration to both producers and users of
electronics products. This is because an increase in junction temperature (TJ) can have
an adverse effect on the long-term operating
life of an IC. As will be shown in this section,
the advantages realized by miniaturization
can often have trade-offs in terms of increased junction temperatures. Some of the
VARIABLES affecting T J are controlled by
the PRODUCER of the IC, while others are
controlled by the USER and the ENVIRONMENT In which the device Is used.
With the increased use of Surface-Mount
Device (SMD) technology, management of

thermal characteristics remains a valid concern, not only because the SMD packages
are much smaller, but also because the
thermal energy is concentrated more densely
on the printed wiring board (PW8). For these
reasons, the designer and manufacturer of
surface-mount assemblies (SMAs) must be
more aware of all the variables affecting TJ.

POWER DISSIPATION
Power dissipation (PD), varies from one device to another and can be obtained by
multiplying Vcc Max by typical Icc. Since Icc
decreases with an increase in temperature,
maximum Icc values are not used.

THERMAL RESISTANCE
The ability of the package to conduct this
heat from the chip to the environment is
expressed in terms of thermal resistance. The
term normally used is Theta JA (eJA). eJA is
often separated into two components: thermal resistance from the junction to case, and
the thermal resistance from the case to
ambient. eJA represents the total resistance
to heat flow from the chip to ambient and is
expressed as follows:
eJC + eCA = eJA

JUNCTION TEMPERATURE (TJ)
Junction temperature (TJ) is the temperature
of a powered IC measured by Signetics at the

so LEADFRAME

DIP LEADF5ANlE
COO8770S

DIP LEADFRAME

b. PLCC-68 Leadframe Compared
to a 64-Pin DIP Leadframe

a. SO-14 Leadframe Compared
to a 14-Pln DIP Leadframe
Figure 1
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substrate diode. When the chip is powered,
the heat generated causes the TJ to rise
above the ambient temperature (TA)' TJ is
calculated by multiplying the power dissipation of the device by the thermal resistance of
the package and adding the ambient temperature to the result.
TJ = (PD X IiJA) + TA

FACTORS AFFECTING (JJA
There are several factors which affect the
thermal resistance of any IC package. Effective thermal management demands a sound
understanding of all these variables. Package
variables include the leadframe design and
materials, the plastic used to encapsulate the
device, and, to a lesser extent, other variables such as the die size and die attach
methods. Other factors that have a significant
impact on the IiJA include the substrate upon
which the IC is mounted, the density of the
layout, the air-gap between the package and
the substrate, the number and length of
traces on the board, the use of thermallyconductive epoxies, and external cooling
methods.
PACKAGE CONSIDERATIONS
Studies with dual in-line plastic (DIP) packages over the years have shown the value of
proper leadframe design in achieving minimum thermal resistance. SMD leadframes
are smaller than their DIP counterparts (see
Figures 1a and 1b). Because the same die is
used in each of the packages, the die-pad, or
flag, must be at least as large in the SO as in
the DIP.
While the size and shape of the leads have a
measurable effect on OJA, the design factors
that have the most significant effect are the
die-pad size and the tie-bar size. With deSign
constraints caused by both miniaturization
and the need to assemble packages in an
automated environment, the internal design
of an SMD is much different than in a DIP.
However, the design is one that strikes a
balance between the need to miniaturize, the
need to automate the assembly of the package, and the need to obtain optimum thermal
characteristics.
lEAD FRAME MATERIAL is one of the more
important factors in thermal management.
For years, the DIP leadframes were constructed out of Alloy-42. These lead frames
met the producers' and users' specifications
in quality and reliability. However, three to five
years ago the leadframe material of DIPs was
changed from Alloy-42 to Copper (ClF) in
order to provide reduced OJA and extend the
reliable temperature-operating range. While
this change has already taken place for the
DIP, it is still taking place for the SO package.
February 19B7

Signetics began making 14-pin SO packages
with ClF in April 19B4 and completed conversion to ClF for all SO packages by 19B5. As
is shown in Figures 10 through 14, the
change to ClF is producing dramatic results
in the OJA of SO packages. All PlCCs are
assembled with copper leadframes.
The MOLDING COMPOUND is another factor
in thermal management. The compound used
by Signetics and Philips is the same high
purity epoxy used in DIP packages (at present, HC-l0, Type II). This reduces corrosion
caused by impurities and moisture.
OTHER FACTORS often considered are the
die-size, die-attach methods, and wire bonding. Tests have shown that die size has a
minor effect on OJA (see Figures 10 through
14).
While there is a difference between the
thermal resistance of the silver-filled adhesive
used for die attach and a gold silicon eutectic
die attach, the thickness of this layer (1 - 2
mils) is so small it makes the difference
insignificant.
Gold-wire bonding in the range of 1.0 to 1.S
mils does not provide a significant thermal
path in any package.
In summary, the SMD leadframe is much
smaller than in a DIP and, out of necessity, is
designed differently; however, the SMD package offers an adequate liJA for all moderate
power devices. Further, the change to ClF
will reduce the OJA even more, lowering the TJ
and providing an even greater margin of
reliability.

SIGNETICS' THERMAL
RESISTANCE
MEASUREMENTS - SMD
PACKAGES
The graphs illustrated in this application note
show the thermal resistance of Signetics'
SMD devices. These graphs give the relationship between OJA Gunction-to-ambient) or OJC
Gunction-to-case) and the device die size.
Data is also provided showing the difference
between still air (natural convection cooling)
and air flow (forced cooling) ambients. All OJA
tests were run with the SMD device soldered
to test boards. It is important to recognize
that the test board is an essential part of the
test environment and that boards of different
sizes, trace layouts, or compositions may give
different results from this data. Each SMD
user should compare his system to the
Signetics test system and determine if the
data is appropriate or needs adjustment for
his application.

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Test Method
Signetics uses what is commonly called the
TSP (temperature-sensitive parameter) method. This method meets Mil-STD BBSC, Method 1012.1. The basic idea of this method is to
use the forward voltage drop of a calibrated
diode to measure the change in junction
temperature due to a known power dissipation. The thermal resistance can be calculated using the following equation:

Test Procedure
TSP Calibration
The TSP diode is ·calibrated using a constanttemperature oil bath and constant-current
power supply. The calibration temperatures
used are typically 25°C and 75°C and are
measured to an accuracy of ± 0.1 °c. The
calibration current must be kept low to avoid
significant junction heating; data given here
used constant currents of either 1.0mA or
S.OmA. The temperature coefficient (K-Factor) is calculated using the following equation:
Tl
T2K= -VF2- VFl

I

IF = Constant

Where: K = Temperature Coefficient (OC/mY)
T2 = Higher Test Temperature (OC)
Tl = lower Test Temperature (0G)
VF2 = Forward Voltage at IF and T2
VFl = Forward Voltage at IF and Tl
IF = Constant Forward Measurement Current
(See Figure 2)

VF{VDLTS)

Figure 2_ Forward Voltage - Junction
Temperature Characteristics of a
Semiconductor Junction Operating at
a Constant Current. The K Factor Is
the Reciprocal of the Slope

Thermal Resistance
Measurement
The thermal resistance is measured by applying a sequence of constant current and
constant voltage pulses to the device under
test. The constant current pulse (same current at which the TSP was calibrated) is used
to measure the forward voltage of the TSP.
The constant voltage pulse is used to heat
the part. The measurement pulse is very short

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(less than 1% of cycle) compared to the
heating pulse (greater than 99% of cycle) to
minimize junction cooling during measurement. This cycle starts at ambient temperature and continues until steady-state conditions are reached. The thermal resistance
can then be calculated using the following
equation:
OJA

= ~TJ = K(VFA - VFS)
PD

Where: VFA

VH X IH

= Forward Voltage of TSP at Ambient Temperature (mV)

VFS = Forward Voltage of TSP at
Steady-State Temperature
(mV)

= Heating Voltage (V)
= Heating Current (A)
Test Ambient
VH
IH

(JJA Tests
All (JJA test data collected in this application
note was obtained with the SMD devices
soldered to either Philips SO Thermal Resistance Test Boards or Signetics PLCC Thermal Resistance Test Boards with the following parameters:
Board size

-

SO Small
1.12" X 0.75" X 0.059"
- SO Large:
1.58" X 0.75" X 0.059"
- PLCC:
2.24" X 2.24" X 0.062"

Board Material- Glass epoxy, FR-4 type
with 10z. sq.ft. copper solder coated
Board Trace Configuration - See Figure 3.
SO devices are set at 8 - 9mil stand-off and
SO boards use one connection pin per device
lead. PLCC boards generally use 2 - 4 connection pins regardless of device lead count.
Figure 5 shows a cross-section of an SO part
soldered to test board, and Figure 4 shows
typical board/device assemblies ready for OJA
Test.
The still-air tests were run in a box having a
volume of 1 cubic foot of air at room temperature. The air-flow tests were run in a 4" X 4"
cross-section by 26" long wind tunnel with air
at room temperature. All devices were
soldered on test boards and held in a horizontal test pOSition. The test boards were held in
a Textool ZIF socket with 0.16" stand-off.
Figure 6 shows the air-flow test setup.
Tests
The OJC test is run by holding the test device
against an "infinite" heat sink (water-cooled
block approximately 4" X 7" X 0.75") to give

OJC

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Figure 4. Device/Board Assemblies
a OCA (case-to-ambient) approaching zero.
The copper heat sink is held at a constant
temperature ("'20°C) and monitored with a
thermocouple (0.040" diameter sheath,
grounded junction type K) mounted flush with
heat-sink surface and centered below die in
the test device. Figure 7 shows the 0JC test
mounting for a PLCC device.
SO devices are mounted with the bottom of
the package held against the heat sink. This
is achieved by bending the device leads
straight out from the package body. Two
small wires are soldered to the appropriate
leads for tester connection. Thermal grease
is used between the test device and heat sink
to assure good thermal coupling.
PLCC devices are mounted with the top of
the package held against the heat sink. A

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n

TESTDEVICE
PART STAND-OFF
TEST BOARD
PLASTIC PIN
SUPPORT
CONNECTION
PINS
.

Figure 5. Cross-Section of Test Device
Soldered to Test Board
small spacer is used between the hold-down
mechanism and PLCC bottom pedestal.
Small hook-up wires and thermal grease are
used as with the SO setup. Figure 7 shows
the PLCC mounting.

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_____ AIR FLOW

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TEST DEVICE

TESTBOARD

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- TEST BOARD STAND-OFF

__ TEXTOOL ZlF SOCKET

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BOARD

SO Devices

DATA PRESENTATION
The data presented in this application note
was run at constant power dissipation for
each package type. The power dissipation
used is given under Test Conditions for each
graph. Higher or lower power dissipation will
have a slight effect on thermal resistance.
The general trend of thermal resistance decreasing with increasing power is common to
all packages. Figure 8 shows the average
effect of power dissipation on SMD 0JA.

Answer: 88°C/W

2. Determine 8JA

The approximate junction temperature can be
calculated using the following equation:

x

PD) + TA

Where: TJ = Junction Temperature Cc)
OJA = Thermal Resistance Junctionto-Ambient (OC/W)
PD

@

O.7W

TA = Temperature of Ambient (OC)

From Figure 9: 200 LFPM air flow
gives 14 % decrease in JA

e

@

Answer:
91 °C/W - (91 X 0.14) = 78°C/W

Percent change in Power
O.5W-0.7W
0.7W

4. Calculate approximate junction
temperature

X 100

Answer:
TJ (still-air)
= (91 °C/W X 0.5W) + 30
= 76°C
TJ (200 LFPM)
= (78°C/W X 0.5W) + 30
= 69°C

=-28.6%

EFFECTIVE RANGE
so: O.3to1.0W
PLCC: 0.5 to 2.0W

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= Power

Dissipation at a TJ
(Vee x led (W)

3. Determine 8JA @ 0.5W in 200
LFPM air flow from Average Effect of Air Flow on SMD 8JA ,
Figure 9.

0.5W using Average Effect of Power Dissipation
on AMD IJJA, Figure 8.

<

Thermal Calculations

Answer:
88°C/W + (88 X 0.035)
= 91 ·C/W @ 0.5W

1. Find IJJA for SOL-20 using 10,000
sq. mil die and copper leadframe
from typical 8JA data - SOL-20
graph.

SO devices are currently available in both
copper or alloy 42 leadframes; however,
Signetics is converting to copper only. PLCC
devices are only available using copper leadframes.
The average lowering effect of air flow on
SMD 8JA is shown in Figure 9.

From Figure 8:
28.6% change in power gives
3.5% increase in IJJA

Example: Determine approximate junction
temperature of SOL-20 at 0.5W dissipation using 10,000 sq. mil die
and copper leadframe in still air and
200 LFPM air-flow ambients. Given
TA = 30°C,

Thermal resistance can also be affected by
slight variations in internal leadframe design
such as pad size. Larger pads give slightly
lower thermal resistance for the same size
die. The data presented represents the typical Signetics leadframel die combinations
with large die on large pads and small die on
small pads. The effect of leadframe design is
within the ± 15% accuracy of these graphs.

TJ = (eJA

Figure 7. eJC Test Setup
With PLCC Device

PLCC Devices
Figure 6. Air-Flow Test Setup

-~

Figure 8. Average Effect of Power
Dissipation on SMD IJJA

_~~~~~~~L-L-L-~

o

100 200 300 400 500 600 700 600 900 1000
AIR FLOW (LFPM)

Figure 9. Average Effect of Air Flow
on SMD IJJA

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'J\'pical 6JA DataSO·141

'J\'pical 6JA Data So.a 1
300

~ r-~tfii±rL~

300

200

200 I- ~

i'

CCPPER

El50

LEAD~RAME

~

~

!'

~'- Ll.LJDFJAMi

~ 150

~"" 100

~"" 100

50

50

0

0

0

1

2

3

•

5

6

7

8

9

'iYpical6JA Data SO·16 1
300

'"

C6PPER LEADFRAME

~~

100
50

9

2 3 4 5 6 7 8
DIE SIZE (SQ MILS. 1000)

1

DIE SIZE (SQ MILS. 1000)

0

10

0

'J\'plcal 6JA Data SOL·16 2
250

~

~

200

f

-

150

~"" 100

i'
~

10

15

20

30

25

5

10

15

20

25

30

0

OP02421S

OP02411S

NOTES,
1. TEST CONDITIONS:

~

Test ambient:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

Still air
O.5W
Philips PCB (1.12" X 0.75" X 0.059")

Accuracy:

±15%

2. TEST CONDITIONS,

200

Still air
O.5W
Philips pce (1.58" X 0.75" x 0.059")

Test ambient:

i'
~150

~"" 100

ALLOY 42 LEADFRAME,--

"'"'"

CCPPER LEADFRAME

50

r-

Power dissipation:
Test fixture:
Accuracy:

±15%

3. TEST CONDITIONS,
Test ambient:

Still air

Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

O.7W
Philips PCB (1.58" X 0.75" X 0.059")

Accuracy:

±15%

0
0

5

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 4550
DIE SIZE (SQ MILS • 1000)
OP02441S

Figure 10. Typical SMD Thermal

February 1987

r---

15·26

(IIJA)

5

10

15

20

25

30

DIE SIZE (SQ MILS • 1000)

DIE SIZE (SQ MILS • 1000)

1\tplcal 6JA Data SOL·28 3

10

0
0

DIE SIZE (SQ MILS. 1000)

300

9

50

0
5

8

COPPER LEADFRAME

50

0

7

ALLOY 42 LEADFRAME

COPPER LEADFRAME

0

6

150

~"" 100

~y 42 LEADFRtME

CCP~ER L"fDFRArE
50

5

200

200

i'

-!:!:!!t! 42 LEADFRAME

4

1\tpical 6JA Data SOL-243

'J\'plcal6JA Data SOL·20 3

300

.........

3

OP0240OS

300

~"" 100

2

0P02390S

300

'~ 160

1

DIE SIZE (SQ MILS • 1000)

OFO"'' '

!'

I- ~EAr~ME

E 150

COPPER LEADFRAME

0

10

200

i'

Characteristics

OP02431S

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Thermal Considerations for Surface-Mounted Devices

Typical BJA Data PLCC·28 1

Typical BJA Data PLCC-20 1

100

100

90

90
90

eo

......

70

70

~

I"

~ 50

~ 60

eo
70

r--r--.

~

E so

50

eo

~

~~ 40

30

30

30

20

20

20

10

10

~

o
051015202530354045505550
DIE SIZE (SQ MILS x 1000)

(f)~

~~ 40

10

o

o

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 50
DIE SIZE (SO MILS x 1000)

Typical BJA Data PLCC-682
1OO...-,.-.,--,--.--r--,--,--.,.--r-,

100

9Or,~~~~~~~~-1

901--1--I--HH-t-t-t~-1

90

eo~~+-+-4-~~-+-+-+-+

eoI--I--I--HH-t-t-t~-1

eo

70~~+-+-4-~~-+-+-+-+

7O~+-+-~1-~-+-t-+-f--l

70

eo j----,HHH-t-t-t-f-f-+

!,60H-+-+-++++-t-H

E so ~+--r-+--~+--r-+~--~

!'
E

60

so

.,~ 40 1--I--l--l---~to:=I="",,=l~~

3O~~-t-t-t~~~~-1

30 ~+-+-4-~~-+-+-+-f-f

30

2Or-+-+-4-~~-+-+-+--I--l

20 ~~+-+-4--r-r-+-+-+~

20

10

10 r-+--r-+~--t-+--r-+--r-i

10

0 L-L--'-...I-...J..--'--'_'-L-...l....-l

o

o
0102O3O4O5060706090~

01020304O506070eo90~

~~~~x~

~~~~x~

NOTES,
1. TEST CONDITIONS,
Test ambient
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:
Accuracy:

Still air
O.75W
Signetics PCB

(2.24" x 2.24" X 0.062")

±15%

2. TEST CONDITIONS,
Test ambient:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:
Accuracy:

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Typical BJA Data PLCC-84 3

t-t-t--f"'1-1-of-,*;;;f=i=I

40

a

DIE SIZE (SQ MILS x 1000)

Typical BJA Data PLCC·52 1
1OO~,,~~-,-,-,-,-,-,

E 50 r-+--r-+~--t-+--r-+--~

r-

50

~~ 40

o

TypicalBJA Data PLCC·44 1

100
90

~

40

TAB BONDED

I I I

WIRE BONDED

o

10

20

30

r-

40

50 50

70 eo 90 100

DIE SIZE (SO MILS x 1000)

3. TEST CONDITIONS,
Still air
1.0W
Signetics PCB

(2.24" x 2.24" X 0.062")
±15%

Test ambient
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

Still air

1.5W
Signetics PCB

(2.24" X 2.24" X 0.062")
Accuracy:

±15%

Figure 11. Typical SMD Thermal (8JAl Characteristics

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Typlcal8JC Data 50.14 1

lYPlcal8JC Data 50-8 1

50

50

tco~J!'P~P~ER~lEA~D~FRA;jM~E~~~==t=j

45

45

:

35I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-HH
!i

30

I--I-I-I-I-I-I-I-HH

~ ~ I--I-I-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-~
~ ~

r-+--r-t--I--+--r-t--I--+-,

~

40

40

35

35

COPPER lEADFRAME

:
15

15

10 I--+-++-+~--t-+-++--l

10

10

o'-.J..--"-.........I...~-'--I.--'_L........I

o

o

012345678910
DIE SIZE (SQ MILS x 1000)

45

45

45

40

40

40

:

~

"

"'~ 20

"'~

30

15
10

o

10152O~

30

--

20

10

o

~

~PPER lEADFRAME-

~

~

o

i-'---

~

30

"

20

~

.;-

10

15

10

20

25

30

NOTES:
1. TEST CONDITIONS:

45
40

35
~
~

30

25

"

0.5W

Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

r--- r.... F-~PER lEADFRAME-- --

"'~ 20

Accuracy:

"Infinite" heat sink
±15%

2. TEST CONDITIONS:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:
Accuracy:

±15%

O.7W
"Infinite" heat sink

3. TEST CONDITIONS:

1.0W
"Infinite" heat sink
±15%

Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

Accuracy:

~

10

o

o

10~2O~3035404550

DIE SIZE (SO MILS x 1000)

Figure 12. Typical 5MD Thermal (OJc) Characteristics

February 1987

15-28

r---

15

DIE SIZE (SO MilS x 1000)

50

COPPER lEADFRAME

25

o

o

DIESIZE(SOMllS x 1000)

~pical8JC Data SOL.28 3

012345676910
DIE SIZE (SO MilS x 1000)

35

35

~

- --

50

50

~ ~COPPER lEADFRAME -

COPPER lEADFRAME

~pical8JC Data SOL·24 3

lYPlcal 8JC Data $OL.20 2

50

35

-- I--

~20

<:tI~ 20

~picaI8JC Data SOL·16 1

"

~ 30

~ 25

~ I--+-+-+-+--r-+-+~-,H

012345678910
DIE SIZE (SQ MILS x 1000)

~

lYPlcal 8JC Data 50.16 1

5Orr-'--:;r-r-r-r-r--"r--"r-"1

o

10

15

20

25

DIE SIZE (SO MilS x 1000)

30

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Thermal Considerations for Surface-Mounted Devices

so

Typical 8JC Data PLCC·20 '

E

"

~~

45
4ll

4ll

35

35

"

30

~

45

"-

~ 30

t--

25

E 25
"

~~

20

20

"'

!
E

......

30

15

15

10

10

10

o

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
DIE SIZE (SO MILS x 1000)

so

Typical 8JC Data PLCC.52 2

o

o

10 1520253O3541145 so 5560
DIE SIZE (sa MILS x 1000)

Typlcal8JC Data PLCC-68 3

so

45~~+-+-4-~~-+-+~~

45

4ll~~+-+-4-~~-+-+~~

4ll

4ll

35~~+-+-4-~~-+-+~~

35

35

r-+-~-+~~+-1--+-+--+-4
~ ~ r-+-~-+~r-+-1--+-+--+-4
25

~

~~

20

0;'20

10

L-L-~-L~~

010 20 30 4ll

__L-~~-L-'
60 10 80 90100

so

OlE SIZE (sa MILS x 1000)

o

60 108090100

Typical 8JC Data PLCc-84 3

30

~

15

o

!

30

15r-r-t-~t-t=+=~~~~

so

45

25

10 r-+-+-~-+-+--r-+-+--r~

010 20 30 4ll

so

~

"

t--

DIE SIZE (sa MILS x 1000)

.-.-~r-,-,-,-,-,-,-,

~ 3O~~~~+-+-+-+-+-4-1

-

25

~S; 20

15

o

Typical8JC Data PLCC-442

so

4ll

o

E

Typical BJC Data PLCC·28 2

45

35

!

so

25

"

~

15

TA~BONOEO

WiRE~ONIOEO- f- f-~

10

0102030 4ll

so

60 10 80 90100

DIE SIZE (SO MILS x 1000)

o

010 20 30 4ll 50 60 108090100
DIE SIZE (SO MILS x 1000)

NOTES:
1. TEST CONDITIONS:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

Accuracy:

O.75W
"Infinite" heat sink
±15%

2. TEST CONDITIONS:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

Accuracy:
3. TEST CONDITIONS:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

Accuracy:

i.0W
"infinite" heat sink.
±i5%

2.0W
"Infinite" heat sink
±is%

Figure 13. Typical SMD Thermal (OJcl Characteristics

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Thermal Considerations for Surface-Mounted Devices

Effect of Device Stand-Off
on SO (JJA 1

Effect of Board Size
on SO OJA 2

sa

220

87

95

90

210

sa

as

!

Effect of Trace Length on
28-Lead PLCC (JJA 3

85

200

~

84

~ 83
~'5, 82

~

__ f-

81
80

I-'f--

79

170
180

\

\

80

\

75

70

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65

l"- I'-..

60

~

78

3

5 8 7 8 9

ro n u u

~ ~

150

55
01234567

DEVICE STAND-OFF (MILS)
NOTES:
1. TEST CONDITIONS
Package type:
Die size:
Test Ambient:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

9

10

NOTES:
2. TEST CONDITIONS
SOl-20 ClF
11,322sq.mils
Still-air
O.75W
Phillips PCB
(1.58" X 0.75" X 0.059")

o

SOl·14 ClF

Package type:
Die size:
Test Ambient:
Power dissipation:
Test fixture:

0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.6 0.9 1.0
AVERAGETRACE LENGTH (INCHES)

BOARD SIZE(SQ IN)

NOTES:
3. TEST CONDITIONS
Package type:

PlCC-28 ClF

5,040sq.mils

Die size:

10,445sq,mils

Still-air

Test Ambient:
Power dissipation:

Stin-air

O.6W
0.062" thick PCB with
"no traces" 8-9mil
stand-off

Test fixture:

1.0W
Signetics PCB

(2.24" X 2.24" X 0.062")
trace 27mil-wide 10z sq.ft

copper

Figure 14

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Signetics Linear Products

Thermal Considerations for Surface-Mounted Devices

SYSTEM CONSIDERATIONS
With the increases in layout density resulting
from surface mounting with much smaller
packages, other factors become even more
important. THE USER IS IN CONTROL OF
THESE FACTORS.
One of the most obvious factors is the
substrate material on which the parts are
mounted. Environmental constraints, cost
considerations, and other factors come into
play when choosing a substrate. The choice
is expanding rapidly, from the standard glass
epoxy PWB materials and ceramic substrates
to flexible circuits, injection-molded plastics,
and coated metals. Each of these has its own
thermal characteristics which must be considered when choosing a substrate material.

~
~

250

210

200

200

!.IO

150

t,:- ~ -I::.: ro'

100

50

o

-~

~~.,,~'~ :::::v

j':r1

Figure 15. Results of Air Flow on OJA
on 50·14 With Copper Leadframe

200

The designer should avoid close spacing of
high power devices so that the heat load is
spread over as large an area as possible.
Locate components with a higher junction
temperature in the cooler locations on the
PCBs.
The number and size of traces on a PWB can
affect OJA since these metal lines can act as
radiators, carrying heat away from the package and radiating it to the ambient. Although
the chips themselves use the same amount
of energy in either a DIP or an SO package,
the increased density of a surface-mounted
assembly concentrates the thermal energy
into a smaller area.
It is evident that nothing is free in PWB layout.
More heat concentrated into a smaller area
makes it incumbent on the system designer
to provide for the removal of thermal energy
from his system.
Large conductor traces on the PCB conduct
heat away from the package faster than small
traces. Thermal vias from the mounting surface of the PCB to a large area ground plane
in the PCB reduce the heat buildup at the
package.
In addition to the package's thermal considerations, thermal management requires one to
at least be aware of potential problems
caused by mismatch in thermal expansion.
February 1987

t::: t:'- -'1::: -

100

10

r--

STILL AA

200 LFPM
400LFPM

lOG LFPM

~-

-

o

roo

~f/

01234'878"0
DIE SIZE (90 MILa. 1000)

a

I U 15 ~ ~ ~
DE SIZE (SO MILS. '000)

v

~

/.~TILL All

LFPM
,..-::: /:~oo
400 LFPM

~ 100

i""' t- ~'?'

,;;:V:

o

3

Figure 16. Results of Air Flow on OJA
on SOL-16 With Copper Leadframe

200

~ 110
~

o

210

~

400 LFPM

17"r-'f..!;r~·- r-

.00

210

°JA'

It has long been recognized that external
cooling can reduce the junction temperatures
of devices by carrying heat away from both
the devices and the board itself. Signetics
has done several studies on the effects of
external cooling on boards with SO packages. The results are shown in Figures 15
through 18.

~

STLL AIR
200 LFPM

10

4OOLI'P~/

012345878910
DIE SIZE (SQ Ml.8 x 1000)

Studies have shown that the air gap between
the bottom of the package and the substrate
has an effect on 0JA. The larger the gap, the
higher the 0JA. Using thermally conductive
epoxies in this gap can slightly reduce the

V

~

to toOLFPM

~t-'r

l-

10

o

o

3

• • 12 15 " ~ U V
DIE SIZE (90 MILS. '000)

H

Figure 17. Results of Air Flow on 0JA
on 50·16 With Copper Leadframe

Figure 18. Results of Air Flow on 0JA
on 50L-20 With Copper Leadframe

The very nature of the SMD assembly, where
the devices are soldered directly onto the
surface, not through it, results in a very rigid
structure. If the substrate material exhibits a
different thermal coefficient of expansion
(TCE) than the IC package, stresses can be
set up in the solder joints when they are
subjected to temperature cycling (and during
the soldering process itself) that may ultimately result in failure.

The stress level associated with thermal expansion and contraction of small SMDs such
as capacitors and resistors, where the actual
change in length is small, is normally rather
low. However, as component sizes increase,
stresses can increase substantially.

Because some of the boards assembled will
require the use of Leadless Ceramic Chip
Carriers (LCCCs), TCE must be understood.
As will be seen below, TCE is less of a
problem with the commercial SMD packages
with leads.
Take the example of a leadless ceramic chip
carrier with a TCE of about 6 x 10 - 6/'C
soldered to a conventional glass-epoxy laminate with a TCE in the region of 16 X 10 - 61
'C. This thermal expansion mismatch has
been shown to fracture the solder joints
during thermal cycling. Substrate materials
with matched TCEs should be evaluated for
these SMD assemblies to avoid problems
caused by thermal expansion mismatch.

15-31

Thermal expansion mismatch is unlikely to
cause too many problems in systems operating in benign environments; but, in harsher
conditions, such as thermal cycling in military
or avionic applications, the mechanical
stresses set up in solder joints due to the
different TCEs of the substrate and the component are likely to cause failure.
The basic problem is outlined in Figure 19.
The lead less SMD is soldered to the substrate as shown, resulting in a very rigid
structure. If the substrate material exhibits a
different TCE from that of the SMD material,
the amount of expansion for each will differ
for any given increase in temperature. The
soldered jOint will have to accommodate this
difference, and failure can ultimately result.
The larger the component size, the higher the
stress levels so that this phenomenon is at its

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most critical in applications requiring large
LCCCs with high pin counts.
lCEOFSMO=6 x 1O- 4%/K

.J

SMD

j

2

~i

SUBSTRATE

TCE OF SUBSTRATE = 16 x 10 4%/K

S

NOTE:
Data provided by N.V. Philips

Figure 19. The Basic Problem of
Thermal Expansion Mismatch Is That
the Substrate and Component May
Each Have Different Thermal
Coefficients of Expansion

To address this problem, three basic solutions are emerging. First, the use of lead less
ceramic chip carriers can sometimes be
avoided by using leaded devices; the leads
can flex and absorb the stress. Second, when
this solution is not feasible, the stresses can
be taken up by inserting a compliant elastomeric layer between the ceramic package
and the epoxy glass substrate. Third, TCE
values of component and substrate can be
matched.

USING LEADED DEVICES
(SO, SOL, and PLCC)
The current evolution in commercial electronics includes the adoption of the commercial
SMD packages, i.e., SO with gull-wing leads
or the PLCC with rolled-under J-Ieads, rely on
the compliance of the leads themselves to
avoid any serious problems of thermal expansion mismatch. At elevated temperatures, the
leads flex slightly and absorb most of the
mechanical stress resulting from the thermal
expansion differentials.
Similarly, leaded holders can be used with
LCCCs to attach them to the substrate and
thus absorb the stress.
Unfortunately, using a lead does not always
ensure sufficient compliancy. The material
from which the lead is made, and the way it is
formed and soldered can adversely affect it.
For example, improper soldering techniques,
which cause excess solder to over-fill the
bend of the gull-wing lead of an SO, can
Significantly reduce the lead's compliancy.

COMPLIANT LAYER
This approach introduces a compliant layer
onto the interface surface of the substrate to
absorb some of the stresses. A 50l1m thick
elastomeric layer is bonded to the laminate.
To make contacts, carbon or metallic powders are introduced to form conductive
February 1987

stripes in the non conductive elastomer material. Unfortunately, substrates using this technique are substantially more expensive than
standard uncoated boards.
Another solution is to increase the compliancy of the solder joint. This is done by increasing the stand-off height between the underside of the component and the substrate. To
do this, a solder paste containing lead or
ceramic spheres which do not melt when the
surrounding solder reflows, thus keeping the
component above the substrate, can be
used.

MATCHING TCE
There are two ways to approach this solution.
The TCE of the substrate laminate material
can be matched to that of the LCCC either by
replacing the glass fibers with fibers exhibiting
a lower TCE (composites such as epoxyKevlar®or polyimide-Kevlar and polyimidequartz), or by using low TCE metals (such as
Invar®, Kovar, or molybdenum).
This latter approach involves bonding a glasspolyimide or a glass-epoxy multilayer to the
low TCE restraining core material. Typical of
such materials are copper-Invar-copper, AIloy-42, copper-molybdenum-copper, and copper-graphite. These restraining-core constructions usually require that the laminate be
bonded to both sides to form a balanced
structure so that they will not warp or twist.
This inevitably means an increase in weight,
which has always been a negative factor in
this approach. However, the SMD substrate
can be smaller and the components more
densely packed, in many cases overcoming
the weight disadvantages. On the positive
side, the material's high thermal conductivity
helps to keep the components cool. Moreover, copper-clad Invar lends itself readily to
moisture-proof multi layering for the creation
of ground and power planes and for providing
good inherent EMIIRFI shielding.
Kevlar is lighter and widely used for substrates in military applications; but, it suffers
from a serious drawback which, although
overcome to a certain extent by careful attention to detail, can cause problems. The material, when laminated, can absorb moisture
and chemical processing fluids around the
edges. Thermal conductivity, machinability,
and cost are not as attractive as for copperclad Invar.
For the majority of commercial substrates,
however, where the use of ceramic chip
carriers in any quantity is the exception rather
than the rule, and when adequate cooling is
available, the mismatch of TCEs poses little
or no problem. For these substrates, traditional FR-4 glass-epoxy and phenolic-paper will

15-32

no doubt remain the most widely-used materials.
Although FR-4 epoxy-glass has been the
traditional material for plated-through professional substrates, it is phenolic-paper laminate (FR-2) which finds the widest use in
consumer electronics. While it is the cheapest material, it unfortunately has the lowest
dimensional stability, rendering it unsuitable
for the mounting of LCCCs.

SUBSTRATE TYPES
FR-4 glass-epoxy substrates are the most
commonly used for commercial electronic
circuits. They have the advantage of being
cheap, machinable, and lightweight. Substrate size is not limited. On the negative side,
they have poor thermal conductivity and a
high TCE, between 13 and 17 x 10 - 61°C.
This means they are a poor match to ceramic.
Glass polyimide substrates have a similar
TCE range to glass-epoxy boards, but better
thermal conductivity. They are, however,
three to four times more expensive.
Polyimide Kevlar substrates have the advantage of being lightweight and not restricted in
size. Conventional substrate processing
methods can be used and its TCE (between 4
andS), matches that of ceramic. Its disadvantages are that it is expensive, difficult to drill,
and is prone to resin microcracking and water
absorption.
Polyimide quartz substrates have a TCE between 6 and 12, making them a good match
for LCCCs. They can be processed using
conventional techniques, although drilling
vias can be difficult. They have good dielectric properties and compare favorably with
FR-4 for substrate size and weight.
Alumina (ceramic) substrates are used extensively for high-reliability military applications
and thick-film hybrids. The weight, cost, limited substrate size and inherent brittleness of
alumina means that its use as a substrate
material is limited to applications where these
disadvantages are outweighed by the advantage of good thermal conductivity and a TCE
that exaclly matches that of LCCCs. A further
limitation is that they require thick-film screening processing.
Copper-clad Invar substrates are the leading
contenders for TCE control at present. It can
be tailored to provide a selected TCE by
varying the copper-to-Invar ratio. Figure 20
shows the construction of a typical multilayer
substrate employing two cores providing the
power and ground planes. Plated-through
holes provide an integral board-to-board interconnection. The low TCE of the core
dominates the TCE of the overall substrate,

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Thermal Considerations for Surface-Mounted Devices

making it possible to mount LCCCs with
confidence.
Because the TCE of copper is high. and that
of Invar is low. the overall TCE of the substrate can be adjusted by varying the thick-

ness of the copper layers. Figure 21 plots the
TCE range of the copper-clad Invar as a
function of copper thickness and shows the
TCE range of each of several other materials
to which the clad material can be matched.

For example. if the TCE of Alumina is to be
matched. then the core should have about
46% thickness of copper. When this material
is used as a thermal mounting plane. it also
acts as a heatsink.

COPPER CLAD INVAR
POWER PLANE
NOTE:
Data provided by N. V. Philips

Figure 20. Section Through a Typical Multilayer Substrate Incorporating Copper-Clad Invar Ground and
Power Planes, Interconnected via Plated-Through Holes

12
~

ill+

10

S

18

/

I

~
I

$I

;;'"

Iii

/

/V

X

1:!

/

r-o
o

//

20
40
60
80
100
PERCENT THICKNESS OF COPPER
CLADINVAR

NOTE:
Data provided by N.V. Philips

Figure 21. The TCE Range of Copper-Clad Invar as a Function of Copper Thickness

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Table 1. Substrate Material Properties
TCE (10- 6rC)

THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY (W/m3 K)

Glass-epoxy (FR-4)

13-17

0.15

Glass polyimide

12-16

0.35

Polyimide Kevlar

4-8

0.12

Polyimide quartz

6-12

TBD

6.4 (typical)

165 (lateral)
16 (transverse)

SUBSTRATE MATERIAL

Copper-clad Invar
Alumina
Compliant layer
Substrate

5-7

21

See Notes

0.15 - 0.3

NOTES:
Compliant layer conforms to TCE of the LCCC and to base substrate material.
Data provided by N.V. Philips·
KEVLAR® is a registered trademark of DU PONT.
INVAR® is a registered trademark of TEXAS INSTRUMENTS.

CONCLUSION
Thermal management remains a major concern of producers and users of ICs. The
advent of SMD technology has made a thorough understanding of the thermal character-

February 1987

istics of both the devices and the systems
they are used in mandatory. The SMD package, being smaller, does have a higher (JJA
than its standard DIP counterpart ... even
with copper leadframes. That is the major
trade-off one accepts for package miniatur-

15-34

ization. However, consideration of all the
variables affecting IC junction temperatures
will allow the user to take maximum advantage of the benefits derived from use of this
technology.

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Linear Products

INTRODUCTION

PLASTIC ONLY

The following information applies to all packages unless otherwise specified on individual
package outline drawings.

5.

GENERAL
1.

2.

3.
4.

Dimensions shown are metric units (millimeters), except those in parentheses
which are English units (inches).
Lead spacing shall be measured within
this zone.
a. Shoulder and lead tip dimensions are
to centerline of leads.
Tolerances non-cumulative.
Thermal resistance values are determined by utilizing the linear temperature
dependence of the forward voltage drop
across / the substrate diode in a digital
device to monitor the junction temperature rise during known power application
across Vee and ground. The values are
based upon 120mils square die for plastic
packages and a 90mils square die in the
smallest available cavity for hermetic
packages. All units were solder-mounted
to PC boards, with standard stand-off, for
measurement.

February 1987

6.
7.
8.
9.

Lead material: Alloy 42 (Nickel/Iron Alloy), Olin 194 (Copper Alloy), or equivalents, solder-dipped.
Body material: Plastic (Epoxy)
Round hole in top corner denotes lead
No.1.
Body dimensions do not include molding
flash.
SO packages/microminiature packages:
a. Lead material: Alloy-42.
b. Body material: Plastic (Epoxy).

HERMETIC ONLY
10. Lead material
a. ASTM alloy F-15 (KOVAR) or equivalent - gold-plated, tin-plated, or solder-dipped.
b. ASTM alloy F-30 (Alloy 42) or equivalent - tin-plated, gold-plated or solder-dipped.
c. ASTM alloy F-15 (KOVAR) or equivalent - gold-plated.

15-35

11. Body Material
a. Eyelet, ASTM alloy F-15 or equivalent - gold- or tin-plated, glass body.
b. Ceramic with glass seal at leads.
c. BeO ceramic with glass seal at leads.
d. Ceramic with ASTM alloy F-30 or
equivalent.
12. Lid Material
a. Nickel- or tin-plated nickel, weld seal.
b. Ceramic, glass seal.
c. ASTM alloy F-15 or equivalent,
gold-plated, alloy seal.
d. BeO ceramic with glass seal.
13. Signetics symbol, angle cut, or lead tab
denotes Lead No.1.
14. Recommended minimum offset before
lead bend.
15. Maximum glass climb 0.010 inches.
16. Maximum glass climb or lid skew is 0.010
inches.
17. Typical four places.
18. Dimension also applies to seating plane.

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PLASTIC PACKAGES
DESCRIPTION

PACKAGE CODE

PACKAGE TYPE

(JJA/(JJC ('C/W)

Standard Dual-In-Line Packages
8-Pin
14-Pin
16-Pin
16-Pin
20-Pin
22-Pin
24-Pin
26-Pin

N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N

99/50
86/46
63/42
63/29
61/24
51/23
52/23
52/23

E
E
H
H
H

100/20
150/25
150/25
150/25
150/25

TO-46 Header
TO-72 Header
TO-5 Header
TO-5/TO-100 Header, Short Can
TO-5/TO-100 Header, Tall Can

FE
F
F
F
F
F
F
F

110/30
110/30
100/30
93/27
90/25
75/27
60/26
57/27

Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line
Dual-in-Line

I

90/25

TO-116/MO-001
MO-001

MO-015
MO-015

Metal Headers
4-Pin
4-Pin
6-Pin
10-Pin
10-Pin
Cerdip Family
6-Pin
14-Pin
16-Pin
18-Pin
20-Pin
22-Pin
24-Pin
28-Pin

Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic
Ceramic

Laminated Ceramic, Side-Brazed Lead
16-Pin

DIP Laminate

SO Package Thermal Data
PACKAGE
TYPE

PACKAGE
MOUNTING
TECHNIQUE'

MAX. ALLOWABLE
POWER DISS.
(mW) AT 25'C

MAX. ALLOWABLE
POWER DISS.
(mW) AT 70'C

THERMAL RESISTANCE
«(JJA'C/WATT)
Average

Maximum

SO-14

PCB
Ceramic
Ceramic w/H.S.

656
962
1471

421
615
941

190
130
85

225
165
110

SO-16

PCB
Ceramic
Ceramic w/H.S.

662
1250
1923

551
600
1231

145
100
65

170
125
65

SO-16L

PCB
Ceramic
Ceramic w/H.S.

1250
1743
2500

600
1143
1600

100
70
50

140
100
65

SO-20

PCB
Ceramic
Ceramic w/H.S.

1471
2273
3572

941
1454
2266

65
55
35

115
65
55

SO-24

PCB
Ceramic
Ceramic w/H.S.

1563
2000
4167

1000
1600
2667

60
50
30

110
60
50

PCB = Printed circuit board
Ceramic = Ceramic substrate
Ceramic w/H.S. = Ceramic substrate with heat sink and/or Thermal compound
* Air gap is 0.006 inches unless thermal compound is used

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8-PIN PLASTIC SO (0 PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS·012·AA for standard small outline (SO), package, 8
leads. 3.7Smm (.150") body width (issue A, June 1985),
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in

D® .10 (.004)

parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-19B2.

I
4.00 (.157)

4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .tSmm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #8 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix Dafter
the product number.

-+----+-1.27 (.050)

sse

.50 (.020) x45 0
r . 2 5 (.010)

knrLmt

m
§

.10

(.061

(.~.J 'L~~-

---I

.49 (.019)
.35 (.014)

I

±

·H.\ T \ E \D®\

80

~~----'

.008)

1.55 :t,20

.25 (.010) @ \

I

.25 (.010)

(.OOh .003)

.19 (.007)

,180:t.07

(.025 ± .006)
.635:t,15

853'()174 88070

14-PIN PLASTIC SO (0 PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1, Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-012-AB for standard small outline (SO) package, 14
leads, 3.75mm {,150"} body width (issue A, June 1985).
2, Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1982.
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5, Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin # 14 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix Dafter
the product number.

D® .10 (.004)

I

(.236

4.00 (.157)

±

.006)

----s;]5

r
(.061

[iJ

±

.50 (.020) x45°
.25 (.010)
80

.008)

~

iCI.10 (.004)

~

.35 (.014)

-++IT\E\O®\.25(.010)@ \
. . . .
.

.25 (.010)
.19 (.007)

(.007 ± .003)
.180 ± .07

853-0175 88068

February 1987

15-37

(.025

±

.006)

.635 :t.15

II

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16-PIN PLASTIC SO (0 PACKAGE)
r O @ I " 0 (.004)

~

NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-012~AC for standard small outline (SO) package, 16
leads, 3.75mm (.150") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in

~i,--------,-

i

parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1982.
4. "T". "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #16 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

(.236 •.006)
~

I?IE®I .25 (.010) ® I

ITl
§.10(.00~1

'L-

lr

~

l . - f 1 I '(.010)
25

&ft:;;H~M~~H~H~~M~:;;M~n~~ia \~~ ::~)

--J

--~ ~-~

~
.35 (.014)

.50 (.020) '45'

I
.25 (.010)
.19 (.007)

++ITIElo@I.25(.0i§1U

~

--=j:
(~)

(.025 •.006)
.635<.15

.lBO •.07

853-0005 BB069

16-PIN PLASTIC SOL (0 PACKAGE)

rO@1

.10 (.004)

f-j

NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-01S-AA for standard small outline (SO) package, 16
leads, 7.50mm (.SOO") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
S. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1982.
4. "r', "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrUSions. Mold
flash or protruSions shall not exceed .'15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #16 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

I

7.BO (.299)
7.40 (.291)

I

EEl
j

U,.27

(.050)

r

esc

-O-~----1------ ;~:~~;~~

.75 (.030) X4S'
.SO (.020)

I

2.65 (.104)
2.35 (.093)
t

.49 ((.019» -i?ITIElo@I.25(.010)@
.35 .014

.23 (.009)

85S-0171 81218

February 1987

.30 (.012)
.10 (.004)
POQ0241S

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20-PIN PLASTIC SOL (0 PACKAGE)
1.lo®I.10 (.004) I

NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-013-AC for standard small outline (SO) package, 20
leads. 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.

3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM- 1982.

4. "T", "D" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #20 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

7.40 (.291)

I

m
I

13.00 (.512)
12.60 (.496)

.75 (.030) X45 0
.50 (.020)

I

2.65 (.104)
2.35 (.093)

.23 (.009)
853-0172 81219

24-PIN PLASTIC SOL (0 PACKAGE)
NOTES:

11

I

10.65 (.419)

7.60 (.299)

10.26 (.404)

7.40 (.291)

I
j

!fIE ®1·25 (.010) ® I

m

1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-013-AD for standard small outline (SO) package, 24
leads, 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, JUne 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M- 1982.
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #24 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

r·

15.60 (.614)
15.20 (.598)

75 (.030) X45 0
.50 (.020)

I

191

.10 (.004)

I
---l

I

2.65 (.104)

L

:: ~:~:::

2.35 (.093)
\

-H·ITlelo®I.25 (.010)@ I

853-0173 81220

February 1987

15-39

.32 (.013)

.30 (.012)

1.07 (.042)

.23 (.005)

.10 (.004)

.86 (.034)

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28·PIN PLASTIC SOL (D PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-013-AE for standard small outline {SO} package, 28
leads, 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm, Inch dimensions in

1.lo@I.10 (.004) I

parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1982.

4. ~:~y '~~~ ;~dn~::;~c~~~~e~~7;~~~a~m:r~~:n:O=
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .1Smm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #28 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

U,.27 (.050) BSC

-o-r-----r-------------

I

18.10 (.713)
17.70 (.697)

~

trFT~
""_J~
CD

t

2.65 (.104)
2.35 (.093)

I

~)JI\

I

.32 (.013)
.23 (.009)

4·PIN HERMETIC TO·72 HEADER (E PACKAGE)

t

::~; ~~~~ DIA.

f---1

5'33(f210~
+
!

14.22,.5601 1

~

l21OT.SOOi
•

5.84 (.230)

00

+-___..j

""'5.3i"T2i59i D1A.-

February 1987

15-40

0.761.030) MAX.

4 LEADS
0.48 (.019)
0.41 (0.16)

75 (.030) X.5·
.50 (.020)

V

853-0006 81217

4:32Ti7of

r·

L..:30 (.012)
.10 (.004)

,------

1

8'

/
1.07 (.042~_
.86 (.034)

0;

[

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a·PIN CERDIP (FE PACKAGE)

I l

NOTES:

.055 (1.40)
.030 (.76)

1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in
parentheses.
2. Dimensions and tolsrancing per ANSI Y14.5M - 1982.
3. "T", "0", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seat line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.

5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #8 when viewed from the top.

1----1--.100 (2.54) esc

J L . 0 2 3 (.56)-ltITIElo@I.010(.254)
.015 (.38)
853-0580 81594

14·PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)
NOTES:

1

.110 (2.79)

1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in

parentheses.

.050 (1.27)

2. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM - 1982.
3. "T", "0", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin # 14 when viewed from the top.

JL

.023 (.58) -i$I rl E I D ®1.Ol0 (.254)
.015 (.38)

853-0581 81594

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16-PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in

parentheses.
2. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M -

1962.

3. "T", "0", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass ,overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue

counterclockwise to pin #16 when viewed from the top.

JL:~~: :::::-#1*

Io®l.olO (.254)

853-0582 81594

18-PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)

1

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in

.098 (2A9)

parentheses.

.0121·301

2. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M - 1982.
3. "T", "0", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #18 when viewed from the top.

JL.023 1.58I-@1TIEIO@J.Ol0 1.2541
.0151.361

853-0583 81594

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20-PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)

I--

I

.078 (1.98)
.012 (.30)

1

r

.Q78 (1.98)
.012 (.30)

Package Outlines

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in

parentheses.
2. Dimensions Bnd tolsrancing per ANSI Y14.SM -

1982.

3. "T", "0", and "E" are reference datums on the body

~-~~~~~~~~~

.308 (7.77)

and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #20 when viewed from the top.

(.58)-AAITlelo®l.Q1o (.254)

JL.023
.015 (.38)
853-0584 81594

22-PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)

1

r

.060 (1.52)
.028 (.71)

-'---~~~~~I
.399 (10.14)

:=J_ :r

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters afe shown in
parentheses.
2. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM - 1982.
3. "T", "D", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #22 when viewed from the top.

.070 (1.78)
.050 (1.27)

853-0585 81594

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24-PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in
parentheses.
2. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M - 1982.

3. "T", "0", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.

5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #24 when viewed from the lOp .

.620 (15.75)
.175 (4.45)
.145 (3.68)

.590 (14.99)
(NOTE 4)

H

1

.600BSC
(15.24)
(NOTE 4)

-l
~

~
.600 (15.25)

853-0588 84221

28-PIN CERDIP (F PACKAGE)

r:::::

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Millimeters are shown in
parentheses.
2. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M - 1982.
3. "T", "D", and "E" are reference datums on the body
and include allowance for glass overrun and meniscus on
the seal line, and lid to base mismatch.
4. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #28 when viewed from the top.
6. Denotes window location for EPROM Products.

'~~~n

=-:]-=rre

.598 (15.19)

l

I

',,----

PIN #1

JL

.100(2.54)BSC

.0-]--+-----

1.485{37.72)

l~~-,

ffi-

~

JL

.175 (4.46)
.145 (3.68)

,'

~

:::

91

853-0589 84000

February 1987

.590 (14.99)
(NOTE 4)

.225 (5.72)

:::--leITleID@I.Ol0(.254)

. . .(I. 75)J

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20-PIN PGA (G PACKAGE)

lII,~r; 1=45: :r·;':

::::::=)r ~ ~I::

x.:::;:::':
OO6 ::::;=::
(.15) TYP.

I

.055 (1.40)

PIN #,

NOTES,
1. Package dimensions conform to MiI-M-38510, outline NO.
e - 2, 20 leads, square ceramic leadless chip carrier.
2. Controlling dimension: inches, millimeters are shown in
parenthesis.
3. Dimension and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM - 1982.
4. This dimension represents the minimum spacing between
the corner contact pads. These corner pads may have a
.020 inch by 45 degree maximum chamfer to accomplish
the .015 minimum spacing .
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
countercfockwise to pjn #20 when viewed from the top.
6. Signetics order code for product packaged in a CCCL is
the suffix "G" after the product number.

.045 (1.14)

r-~
.054 (1.37)

1

.360 (9.14)
.345 (8.76)

I ~ ".. ~

' - - - - - T Y P.
.003 (.08)

IL

.028(.71)
.022 (.56) TYP.

.3<0(•.1 4 ) _

~

.345 (S.7S)

.0&3 (1.60)

J

---IIIt---.085 (2.16) TYP.
.065 (1.65)

.015 (.38) MIN.
(4 CORNERS)

853-0063 82276

8-PIN HERMETIC TO-S HEADER (H PACKAGE)

1-L~DIAJl
800(315)

r-~076r0301

~

~

4~

I

I

1428 (562)

~ 00 0 no

~INSULATOR
0.38 (.015)

~DIA

::~~ ::i~~: OIA.

0.41 (.016)

8 LEA.DS

,

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Package Outlines

10-PIN HERMETIC TO-S/100 HEADER SHORT CAN (H PACKAGE)

10-PIN HERMETIC TO-S/100 HEADER TALL CAN (H PACKAGE)

T~'76/'030)

+

6.48 (.255)

0.51 (.020)

I

5.97'T.235i

1.14 (.045) INSULATOR

~38/.0'5)

14.28 (.562)

~

1.02 (.040)

0.74 ('029)

POOO930S

February 1987

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MC, NE, SA, SE, SG, pA, ULN

Package Outlines

16-PIN HERMETIC SDIP (I PACKAGE)

I~[~~]~l~
I

I

20.70 (.815)

19.93 (.785)

140 (055)

8.13

T

~.320)

}~UI~~~"~·95~(.5~'~OI~?nI~~o~:.{31:0~25~1~!]J~~~~

0.51 ('02~
1.65 (.06S)

7.37 (.290)

--'-.

T

13.(.005) MIN.

(Note

2.79 (.llO)

'2.2'9'T.09Oi

8-PIN PLASTIC PDIP (N PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses.
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-001-AB for standard dual in-line (DIP) package .300
inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 8 leads (issue B. 7/85)
3, Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14. 5M-1982.
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .010 inch (.25mm)
on any side.
5. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
6. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #8 when viewed from the top.

PIN#1

CORNER
LEAD
OPTION
(' PLACES)

r-

.322 (8.18)
.300 (7.62) (NOTE 5)

.125 (3.18)

:ill(2.92)

.1,

ii

.035 (.6:);9)
'I
.020 (.51)

esc

.300 (7.62)
.022 (.56)

.017 (.'3)

.010 (.25)

i9i I

(.38)

.395 (10.03)

.Q10 (.25)

.300 ( 7.62)

.015

853-0404 81230

February 1987

(NOTE 5)

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14-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses.
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-001-AC for standard dual in-line (DIP) package .300

inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 14 leads (issue B. 7/85)
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14. 5M-1982.

4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold

flash or pmtruslons shall not exceed .010 inch (.25mm)
on any side.
5. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
6. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #14 when viewed from the top.

.255 (6.46)
.245 (6.22)

!'-!-T-l~~~~-----.l

ro._~D~L---~lIr ~:;:: ~
..

.746 (16.95)
.064 (1.63)
.045 (1.14)

.125 (3.18)

:i15(2.92j
PlANE
~

.136 (3.51)
.120 (3.05)

-t+iTIElO®Imo (.25) @I

('8~9)
ii

.035
.020 (.51)

ssc
.300 (7.62)
(NOTE 5)

.015 (.38)

.395 (10.03)
.300 ( 7.62)

.010 (.25)

853·0405 81231

16-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
o

,004 .10

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses,
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-001-AA for standard dual In-line (DIP) package .300
Inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 16 leads (issue B, 7/85)
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14, 5M-1982,
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .010 inch (.25mm)
on any side.
5, These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T,
6, Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin # 16 when viewed from the top,

o

.125 (3.18)

T15(2.92j
PLANE
~

.036 (.89)

.138 (3.51)
.120 (3.05)
-!+ITlel@ .010 (.25)

II

.015 (.38)
.010 (.25)

653-0406 81232

February 1987

If

51 ) 0 ( 4
,02

15·48

sse
.300 (7.62)
(NOTE 5)

.395 (10.03)

~

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18-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
OS

.004 .10

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses.
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS·D01-AD for standard dual in-line (DIP) package .300
inch row spaclng (PLASTIC) 18 leads (Issue B. 7/85)
3. Dimensions and toleranclng per ANSI Y14. 5M·1982.

4. "T", "0" and tiE" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .010 inch (.2Smm)
on any side .
5. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
6. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin # 18 when viewed from the top.

.255 (6.48)
.245 (6.22)

J

~""'r""!'""!""'r""!'""!"""""""""""~~
"""'o""l--.L...:llr

'":::-::'

.915 (23.24)
.064 (1.63)
.045 (1.14)

.322 (8.18)
.300 (7.62)
(NOTE 5)

.125 (3.16)

~

ED----

PLANE
~

JL

.035 (.89)

&!!

.020(.5~)

.138 (3.51)

.120 (3.05)
.022 (.56) ..J+\TIEiD@ .010 (.25) @I
.017 (.43)

esc

.015 (.38)

.300 (7.62)
(NOTE 5)
.395 (10.03)

.010 (.25)

.300 ( 1.62)

853·0407 81233

20-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
DS.OO4

.10

E

·~~~~~~~~6.4~

E

.245 (6.22)

PIN#1

.100 (2.54)

'---t-----

EQ] -

esc

1.057 (26.85)
1.045 (26.54)
.064 (1.63)

:r~

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses.
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
M5-001-AE for standard dual in-line (DIP) package .300
inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 20 leads (issue B. 7/85)
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14. 5M-1982.
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .010 inch (.25mm)
on any side .
5. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
6. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #20 when viewed from the top.

~
~----------------\~

.160 (4.06)

PLANE
~

.138 (3.51)
.120 (3.05)

41TIEID®!..010

(.25)

@I

esc
.300 (7.62)
(NOTE 5)
.395 (10.03)
.300 ( 7.62)

II
1

853-0408 81234

February 1987

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MC, NE, SA, SE, SG, pA, ULN

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22-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
OS .004 (0.10)

NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in

parentheses.

I
-'-_ _

2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-010·AA for standard dual in-line (DIP) package .400
inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 22 leads (Issue A. 7/85)
3. Dimensions and tolsrancing per ANSi Y14. 5M·1982.
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .010 inoh (.2Smm)
on any side.
5, These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendioular to plane T,

.355 (9.02)

-+'T':'I~:'T""1""I'..,..'I'""I"'T'.,..,""T""T""1""I'..,...,...,...,..T:"l_'!~(8.76)

U-

.100 (2.54) BSC

.064 (1.83)
.045 (1.14)

1.110 (28.19)
1.095 (27.81)

6. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue

:J

counterclockwise to pin #22 when viewed from the top.

I-.190 (4.83)

(NOTE 5)

.155 (3.94)

.165 (4.19)

"45(r-t-'-)--+-(r--...,,_-~r----'\

.1

.035 (.89)

.020

.138 (3.51)

ii

!l

(.=-t')

BSC

.400 (10.18)
(NOTE 5)

.120 (3.05)
-MHTIEIDOO.010

(.25)

.422 (10.72) _
.400 (10.1~)

.015 (.38)
.010 (.25)

(9)1

_

--IJ~

.495 (12.57)
.400 (10.16)

853-0409 81235

24-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses.
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-011-AA for standard dual In-line (DIP) package .600
Inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 24 leads (issue B. 7/85)
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14. SM-1982.
4. "T", "0" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .01 0 inch (.25mm)
on any _side .
5. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
6. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #24 when viewed from the top.

.004 .10

=

I

.555 (14.10)
.545 (13.84)

~~~~
[fiPIil'iNLjJ---t--1lf
1-+-.,00 (2.54)

(:Q}--+-----

sse

~:~: ~:~::~
.155 (3.94)
.145 (3.68)

.045 (1.14)
.138 (3.51)

.020 (.51)

;ilTI EIDCs)! .010 (.25)

4&

I

.015 (.38)

.010 (.25)

.600 (15.24)

853-0412 81238

February 1987

~.600 (15.24) sse-----1
(NOTE 5)
.695 (17.65)

.120 (3.05)

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28-PIN PLASTIC DIP (N PACKAGE)
I.!O@I .004 (.10) I
NOTES:
1. Controlling dimension: inches. Metric are shown in
parentheses.
2. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-011-AB for standard dual in-line (DIP) package .600
inch row spacing (PLASTIC) 28 leads (issue B. 7/85)
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14. 5M-1982.

.560 (14.22)
.545 (13.84)

4. "T", "D" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shaH not exceed .010 inch (.25mm)
on any side.
5. These dimensions measured with the leads constrained
to be perpendicular to plane T.
6. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #28 when viewed from the top.

r=J
PLANE

:: !::

--f+IrlelD@! .010 (.2$) M I

853-0413 84099

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PCO, PCF, PNA, SAA, SAB, SAF,
TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Linear Products

INTRODUCTION
Soldering
1. By hand
Apply the soldering iron below the seating
plane (or not more than 2mm above it). If its
temperature is below 300·C it must not be in
contact for more than 10 seconds; if between
300·C and 400·C, for not more than 5 seconds.
2. By dip or wave
The maximum permissible temperature of the
solder is 260·C; this temperature must not be
in contact with the joint for more than 5
seconds. The total contact time of successive
solder waves must not exceed 5 seconds.
The device may be mounted up to the seating
plane, but the temperature of the plastic body
must not exceed the specified storage maximum. If the printed-circuit board has been
pre-heated, forced cooling may be necessary

February 1987

immediately after soldering to keep the temperature within the permissible limit.
3. Repairing soldered lolnts
The same precautions and limits apply as in
(1) above.

SMALL OUTLINE (SO)
PACKAGES

The Reflow Solder Technique
The preferred technique for mounting miniature components on hybrid thick or thin-film
circuits is reflow soldering. Solder is applied
to the required areas on the substrate by
dipping in a solder bath or, more usually, by
screen printing a solder paste. Components
are put in place and the solder is reflowed by
heating.
Solder pastes consist of very finely powdered
solder and flux suspended in an organic liquid
binder. They are available in various forms
depending on the specification of the solder

15-52

and the type of binder used. For hybrid circuit
use, a tin-lead solder with 2 to 4% silver is
recommended. The working temperature of
this paste is about 220 to 230·C when a mild
flux is used.
For printing the paste onto the substrate a
stainless steel screen with a mesh of 80 to
105!lm is used for which the emulsion thickness should be about 50/.Lm. To ensure that
sufficient solder paste is applied to the substrate, the screen aperture should be slightly
larger than the corresponding contact area.
The contact pins are positioned on the substrate, the slight adhesive force of the solder
paste being sufficient to keep them in place.
The substrate is heated to the solder working
temperature preferably by means of a controlled hot plate. The soldering process
should be kept as short as possible: 10 to 15
seconds is sufficient to ensure good solder
jOints and evaporation of the binder fluid.
After soldering, the substrate must be
cleaned of any remaining flux.

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a-PIN PLASTIC SO (SOT-97A)

I
I

... !l.O.32
I

-

,

II max

6x

I

'~'

~

,

'i_l1@---i

1_1-'-1----1
1,15

.--~:~~

max

112max 13 )

·11+

top view

a-PIN CERDIP (SOT-151A)

1_

10,4 max

-1
-t
5,08

___ 10,0_
7,6

top view

P001470S

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8-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-153B)

9-PIN PLASTIC SIP (SOT-110B)

')5

3~LC5-f.;__~_-~'.~_ _-'I_ _ _ _--'~i
< . - 1-

February 1987

_

_

_

22mQIt -

.. I

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9-PIN PLASTIC POWER SIP (SOT-131A, B)

I

m~~~og I
I

. !

12,1.

t

I:

_I i__1,1 mQX

11,2

T6,S

I

~

U

~ ~ ~ '/ uU ug:i2u~'''~

-im~xi-;-'_,_':~;_I __,_--I..

_,

~

0.1.0_:1.

I

.....' 2,0 I...

9-PIN PLASTIC SIP (SOT-142)

,

"

6,35

mo,
I

, ,

mm

top

~,ew

..
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9-PIN PLASTIC POWER SIP-BENT-TO-DIP (SOT-157B)
- - - - 2 4 . 4 m c x -_ _- - ,
----19.8 - - - _ ,

_

-=~"''"'-l
bcu

- 3tS

j

!'1 .
V .
-, 1

12,4

T
I
13

. ·;;,Y"-i-I---i-.~-_I_~

..i..

'"l~.t

.'.

"

-1-- ~:

. .1

!

I

_1,1. 0._
,J , I_
I. [l;Q!]_:. _.J _ .J

12-PIN PLASTIC DIP WITH METAL COOLING FIN (SOT-150)

La.25

7.50-

I

I

_____ 11.5 _ _ _ 1
16,9

top view

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Package Outlines

13-PIN PLASTIC POWER SIP-BENT-TO-DIP (SOT-141B)
-

24,4 mox --,-~

- 19,8 - - . -

----I

-_:'

~.
,

DO,.e

•.

,.-;,."",,",l

~
4

3

'2

';'

1

:';;;

'

,

.

0,76'1 1

""

17,5

15,0

L

. . . O,l.

14-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-27K, M, T)

. 1----

ii
c

8.2Smo)l -

l 9.S mOX , -

,

~i 1 --'='--'=r-F=r-1~-.==r--.=.-.==l
.....

~i
,
~.

--!O,Sl

.

~J

_~O,76121

_

I
~O.32

II

3'LI

max

"

U

Iffi]
'0
',3

top

February 1987

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SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

14-PIN CERDIP (SOT-73A, 8, C)
- - - - - - 19,94

max -----_

,-s,2smax_, . .

--I
t±:~:;::::::;::;L::::=::r=\=r;:=:;r=\:;:::;~-:::r~:::1

side 'flew

~~~

_ _ _ 10,0 _ __
7,6

top view

14-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-838)

.....
:

"i__ [LIT)--\

IY

.....i

7 0 max

14

13

12

11

10

top view

February 1987

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0,20

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Package Outlines

16-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-38)
1 - 8.2SmQx ----;
,

1

:.

IillJ
''&
8,3

top

View

16-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-38A)
22 max

-----_.!

_

II 0,32

I

max

II

\1

Y

,

11--IillJ--1_ _ , _

9,5 _____ -...-..,

.,3

top view

•
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SM, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

16-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-38D, DE)
I~----

19,5mQlC

----~.I

I
I

_

I 0,32

~

r

max

1.1

1-00-1.
'0

'--8.3--

lead 1 Indication leithiH index or signl

top view

16-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-38Z)
_----19,5mox----_

I

L---1.;-'---'

I

I 0,32
:4 max

11

.!_oo_1.
:
1 -

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Package Outlines

16-PIN PLASTIC DIP WITH INTERNAL HEAT SPREADER (SOT-38WE-2)
-----22mox-----1

I
..... '.0,32
; mox

"~
~
1_-gS_
.,3
'I_~~

16-PIN PLASTIC QIP (SOT-58)
_----_22tnOlC

------,'1

I

i_[§;Q!J_
____ I

---~

7

III
I

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Package Outlines

16-PIN CERDIP (SOT-74A, B, C)

.

- - - - - - 19.94max------

rl,

crr~~==~~~=r~~~~~~

c

l-

--1
~~~

~

~I

~0.32
:.1

a'25 ,max-1

.

;

:

0.23

~
I:

:.1

, 1_ [ill] _J ,
_ _ _ 10.0 _ __
7.6

top view

16-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-S4B)
-----19,25mcx----_1

---,
I

,~o

-t ~r~m;x
"-10.76121

I

_ I 0.30
0.20

top vIew

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.

side view

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SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TDA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

18-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-8SS)
23,4mox

-----~

side view

I
_ ,J....O.30
11 0,20

"t

~!~-:-[lli]_1

top view

18-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-102A)
, - - - - - - - 23,S max - - - - - - _

top view

(4 )

•
February 1987

15-63

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

18-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-102C)

f1

r=8,2S,"'' -1

_

0.32

sideview

'

"ax

,
1_ _

,
8,25_1
7,50

top view

18-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-102CS)
22mQIC

----~

side view

i.,l
I
3,_
3,4

;---~--;!

_,,5 __1
',J

top

February 1987

15-64

vi~w

Signetlcs Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCD, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TDA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

18-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-102G)
, - - - - - - 2S.4max

------_'1
side .... iew

11
•t

3P'

~:~~

1

, I

'
, I
'
-r-.
. . ,~,
' , .
....12.54 I _ I _ : _ I _ I _ !__I _ I _ I

,I

:

,'--!mJ-i

ma,

,

1_9.5_
8,3

top view

18-PIN CERDIP (SOT-133A, B)
23,6max

------_1 ___
!

side view

5,08
max

'O.~8

I

---r mIn •

'21
_::.Jt 076
.

,
, L..--'-t'-.--'
I,
... ~ U,32

, :1 0,23
, W

- [7.62 1
1__

tr----------

____

10,0 __
7,6

1

1234567891

vOOOOOOLJ

II
February 1987

15-65

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

20-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-146)
27mQ)C

-------1
side view

1
__ .l..O,38
II

,
II

mox

,

U

i_[lli]_i,

_1~:g3_

top view

20-PIN CERDIP (SOT-1S2B, C)

1 * 1 ' - - - - - - - 2s,4max--------1

--I
I±;:=>=-::r_=:ri;::::n=~_::::::;=;;:::_=r=_=~'>=~_=t=i:j

_s.2smax-1

l

S,os

max

~

,

If-O,32
:'1 0,23

_ _ _ '0,0 _ __

max

7,6

February 1987

~
':
:,1

, l_ [?;"@_L

',27_

15-66

.

.

sIde '/lew

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SM, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

20-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-1S4B)

.

--:;+

~I

~I
~

1_ 7,57 moll. ---1
I
I

25.8 moll.

c

%

side .... iew

051 max 3,9
,min
, max
.----;- ,

,

T

.°.76 12 )

3,9
3,4

_

!-O.30

,,
II

0,20

-~-,

7""mox

top view

20-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-116)

1-.--------

29max - - - - - - - - -

side view

top view

February 1987

15-67

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SM, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

22-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-118B)
. . . - - - - - - - - - 28.0mox - - - - - - - _

t

11-

10,9 max
10.05 mox

-I

-I

side view

3,90

0,30

0,20

top view

111l-~~-~~--·---

---

22-PIN CERDIP (SOT-134A)
...--------27.94max - - - - - - - _
side view

top view

February 1987

15-68

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCD, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TDA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

24-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-86A)
-----31,OOma.--------!

24-PIN CERDIP (SOT-94)
~--------,,~-----------~

February 1987

15-69

_ - 1l.90mc..-___

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

24-PIN PLASTIC DIP WITH INTERNAL HEAT SPREADER (SOT-101A, B)
~--------------12~x--------------_

-I

. ".ema'_1
I,_""ma,-

'.1

I

------~

,-------

-----

~~:!~ -------

(4)

28-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-87A)
, . . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 36.00mcx - - - - - - - - - - - - - _

r-12.90mo,x--1

---.-----~

February 1987

15-70

.-

sid_ yi,w

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

28-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-87B)

-~
~-~lg
ij
I~~--_I

I"'ii'"~,,i'"-'j,r-,~,Fs5~r=L"U"L:::J'lt'~,1fo~'I'---'ii"M'f-7~,Fs,-To"1
I,

PI'
I·

I

~
5

'OP ,...

6

7

8

9

TO

11

12

13

14

28-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-117)
I~--------

Ir==:::~,:: -I'

36mcx - - - - - - - - _

I

---~----

I~--- !J:~~

---_,

top vi ......

(4 )

February 1987

15-71

•

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA
28-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-117D)

,-------------------- 37_.--------------------

28-PIN CERDIP (SOT-135A)
38,1 ITIClX - - - - - - - - -________~

top'li~

February 19B7

15-72

Package Outlines

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

40-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-SS)

r-

, - - - - - - - - - - - - - Sl,30m(u -_.

'2, 9 0 m o . · - 4

1

40-PIN METAL CERDIP (SOT-SSB)

-~
i-::
ij
1:

-

I_ _~~_-_I

~

•

•

n

_

•

•

H

n

"

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nun

"

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-p---~--~--~--t--------~- r-----------,

-

ro

II

12

13

14

15

•

'7

18

19

top "iew

r-

20

II
February 1987

15-73

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SM, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

40-PIN PLASTIC DIP (SOT-129)
1_ _

'!i·8mQ~

~
17.1<;

15.90

(4)

PQOI430S

40-PIN CERDIP (SOT-14S)
lS,9max ..

,-------,...,,---

lOP VI~W

February 1987

15-74

-,
\

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

S-PIN PLASTIC SO (0 PACKAGE) (SO-S, SOT-96A)

o®

NOTES,

.10 (.004)

1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-012-AA for standard small outline (SO) package, 8
leads, 3.75mm (.150") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M· 1982.

I

4. "T", "0" and "E" ara reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #8 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix Dafter
the product number.

4.00 (.157)

-+----+-1.27 (.050) SSC

.50 (.020) x45 0
r . 2 5 (.010)

I

© .10 (.004)

~

I

1

l . 4 9 (.019)
.35 (.014)

-1...1TIE lo®1

80

~~---'

(.061 •.008)

[1J

.25 (.010)

®

1

.25 (.010)
.19 (..007)

(.025 •.006)
.635 ~ .15

(.007 •.003)
.180 •.07

853·0174 88070

S-PIN PLASTIC SO (VSO-S, SOT-176)

,smax-1

7
1,.0 _
1 1

_

min

I

l'05~
t
2,35 2,7

0,35

-I

,

_J

.

I
--.0,49:

max max

I

-I

1'1

O,3~i '1~~lo'l @I

t

:;-

'

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'1

0,22

0,15

----12,4max - - - -

top view

40 2,0 .
I

,__1_'

February 1987

I

maX-I

7,6 max - - I

'-- 1,71_
min
-lt~O"5
,1,5

1--'-,

_ _ 8,0 max

1.1

.;~

l1E

i max

1 - 9,0

~a~ 1--

-_I

15-75

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCD, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TDA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

14-PIN PLASTIC SO (D PACKAGE) (SO-14, SOT-108A)
NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
M5-012-AB for standard small outline (SO) package, 14
leads, 3.75mm (,150") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in

parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M- 1982.

4. "Til, "D" and liE" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold

(.2360.006)

-e;::;s

flash or protrusions shall not exceed .1Smm (.OOB") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue

counterclockwise to pin #14 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged In a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix D atter
the product number.

r

.50 (.020) x45°
.25 (.010)

(.0610.008)

[iJ

1:557.20

101.10 (.004)

.49 (.019)
.35 (.014)

_++1 T 1e lo®1 .25 (.010) @ 1

.25 (.010)
.19 (.007)

(.007 0.003)
.180 •.07

(.0250.006)
.635:1:.15

853-0175 88068

16-PIN PLASTIC SO (D PACKAGE) (SO-16, SOT-109A)
~O®I.10
,

(.004)

~

NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-012-AC for standard small outline (SO) package, 16
leads, 3.75mm (.150") body width (issue A. June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM- 1982.
4. "T", "D" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #16 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix D atter
the product number.

I

I

(.2360.006)
-,-;::j5

ItI E®I·25 (.010) ® 1

r
.

.50 (.020) x45'
.25 (.010)

~~~

I

.26 (.010)
.19 (.007)

(.0070.003)
.180 0.07

853-0005 88069

February 1987

15-76

8'

(.025 0 .006)
.635:1::.15

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

16-PIN PLASTIC SOL (0 PACKAGE) (SOL-16, SOT-162A)
rID@I.'0

(.004)~

NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-013-M for standard small outline (SO) package, 16
leads, 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in

~

10.65 (.419)
10.26 (.404)

,..1 E@I .25 (.010) @ 1

parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M· 1982.
4. tiT", "D" and "E" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shalt not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin # 16 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

U

l

1.27 (.050) BSC

~-~o~-~----+------ ~~~~;~~

m

A .10 (.004) 1

I

----l

L

r

.75 (.030) X4S·
.50 (.020)

~

2.35 (.093)
I

.32 (.013)

.49((.019) -+.ITIElo@I.2S(.010)@1
.35 .014)

.23 (.009)

.30 (.012)
.10 (.004)

1.07 (.042)
0.88 (.034)

853-0171 81218

20-PIN PLASTIC SOL (0 PACKAGE) (SOL-20, SOT-163A)
NOTES:

7.40 (.291)

I

J.jE@! .25 (.010) @ 1

m
I

1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-013-AC for standard small outline (SO) package, 20
leads, 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. ContrOlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM-1982.
4. "T", "0" and tiE" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
S. Pin numbers start with pin #1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #20 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix 0 after
the product number.

r·

13.00 (.512)
12.60 (.496)

7S (.030) X4S.
.50 (.020)

t

I
---l

19 .10 (.004) 1

L::

2.35 (.093)

f

::~~::

,.:

I

.32 (.013)

TIE D@i .25 (.010) @ 1

.23 (.009)

853-0172 82948

February 19B7

8·

2.65 (.104)

15-77

.30 (.012)

1.07 (.042)

:1oTo04i

.88 (.034)

II

Signetics Unear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCO, PCF, PNA,
SAA, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TOA, TOO, TEA

Package Outlines

24-PIN PLASTIC SOL (D PACKAGE) (SOL-24, SOT-137A)
NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
MS-013-AD for standard small outline (SO) package, 24
leads, 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses.
3. Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.SM- 1982.

11

I

4. ~~~~ '~~~ ~~dn~~'i~C~~~~e~~7;:s~a~:n~r~~u!~oen:O~~~
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #24 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix D atter
the product number.

10.65 (.419)

7.60 (.299)

10.26 (.404)

7.40 (.291)

EhI

I+le ®1.25 (.010) ® 1

r

15.60 (.614)

.75 (.030) X45"
.50 (.020)

-o-~----~--------- 15.20 (.598)

I

IPI

I
----l

.10 (.004) 1

L::

2.65 (.104)
2.35 (.093)

!

~:~::: -+..1TIE 10 ®I .25 (.010) ® I

.30 (.012)
.10 (.004)

.32 (.013)
.23 (.009)

1.07 (.042)
.86 (.034)

853-0173 82949

28-PIN PLASTIC SOL (D PACKAGE) (SOL-28, SOT-136A)
1+lo®l·l0 (.004)

I

NOTES:
1. Package dimensions conform to JEDEC specification
M5-013-AE for standard small outline (50) package, 28
leads. 7.50mm (.300") body width (issue A, June 1985).
2. Controlling dimensions are in mm. Inch dimensions in
parentheses,
3, Dimensions and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1982.
4. "T", "0" and "e" are reference datums on the molded
body and do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold
flash or protrusions shall not exceed .15mm (.006") on
any side.
5. Pin numbers start with pin # 1 and continue
counterclockwise to pin #28 when viewed from top.
6. Signetics ordering code for a product packaged in a
plastic small outline (SO) package is the suffix Dafter
the product number.

7.60 (.299)
7.40 (.291)

r·

18.10 (.713)
17.70 (.697)

75 (.030) X45"
.50 (.020)

!

2.65 (.104)
2.35 (.093)
!

.25 (.010)

®

.32 (.013)
.23 (.009)

I

853-0006 81217

February 1987

I

15-78

~L....

_ _- - - - '

.30 (.012)
.10 (.004)

1.07 (.042)
.86 (.034)

'i"=l-=!:

Signetics Linear Products

For Prefixes HEF, OM, MEA, PCD, PCF, PNA,
SM, SAB, SAF, TBA, TCA, TDA, TDD, TEA

Package Outlines

40-PIN PLASTIC SO (VSO-40, SOT-158A)
!---1S,Smcx
105'

--_I

-'~'i~l--

--I

i

I

'

,

0)5~,-','~,
I ' - - - I _. ~-=

,

2,35 2,7

1

m:x
~ IftID,'(B2J

_I ,-

0,46mcx

m~x

1'1

0'32

--1

1 - - 9,oma x
~c~ 1--7.6mO)(--~

;~:W ~
~_at~-

1'7i
-1<5'-

t O,~5

+

022 1

min

o;.sl

' - - - 12,3

@i@

mQ)(

-----_1

top view

1-'-:
t...

I

2,0

I

max I

'-'1':------ -

1_ _-

'6,0 max _ _ _

I

40-PIN PLASTIC SO (OPPOSITE BENT LEADS) (VSO-40, SOT-158B)

-I ~o4, 1, max! *O.~5

1--9a

'5,sma'_1

1

, 05
0:35

-~i~rL...~'
-I "

t

-

.

m7aox 1,1

- -1 !"-;:::::r---'
2,35 2,7

.

1,1

0,42

max max

0,22

-~::;::-r--o---mln

10,15
,

\ ,'7I n ,-------

I

\

-',5---12,3max---

~

~ ~-1:1:~~
40

I-,n,

I

)

I
201~
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)

4

211

mo"'x:1

1

)

I

-,-,

~ ,:1+lo,.@!

0:-46;a,

max--I

7,6 ma'_1

:

'

top view

I

20

:I,

1- -:: - - - : - - -I
1_ _-

16,0 max - - _

I
February 1987

15-79

Signetics

Section 16
Sales Offices

Linear Products

INDEX
Sales Office Listing..................................................................................

16-3

Signetics linear Products

Sales Offices

SIGNETICS
HEADQUARTERS
811 East Arques Avenue
P.O. Box 3409
Sunnyvale,
California 94088-3409
Phone: (408) 991-2000

ALABAMA
Huntsville
Phone: (205) 830-4001
ARIZONA
Phoenix
Phone: (602) 265-4444
CALIFORNIA
Canoga Park
Phone: (818) 340-1431
Irvine
Phone: (714) 833-8980
(213) 588-3281
Los Angeles
Phone: (213) 670-1101
San Diego
Phone: (619) 560-0242
Sunnyvale
Phone: (408) 991-3737
COLORADO
Aurora
Phone: (303) 751-5011
FLORIDA
Clearwater
Phone: (813) 796-7086
Ft. Lauderdale
Phone: (305) 486-6300
GEORGIA
Atlanta
Phone: (404) 953-0067
ILLINOIS
Itasca
Phone: (312) 250-0050
INDIANA
Kokomo
Phone: (317) 453-6462
KANSAS
Overland Park
Phone: (913) 469-4005
MASSACHUSETTS
Littleton
Phone: (617) 486-8411
MICHIGAN
Farmington Hills
Phone: (313) 476-1610
MINNESOTA
Edina
Phone: (612) 835-7455

February 1987

NEW JERSEY
Parsippany
Phone: (201) 334-4405
NEW YORK
Hauppauge
Phone: (516) 348-7877
Wappingers Falls
Phone: (914) 297-4074
NORTH CAROLINA
Cary
Phone: (919) 481-0400
OHIO
Worthington
Phone: (614) 888-7143
OREGON
Portland
Phone: (503) 297-5592
PENNSYLVANIA
Plymouth Meeting
Phone: (215) 825-4404
TENNESSEE
Greeneville
Phone: (615) 639-0251
TEXAS
Austin
Phone: (512) 339-9944
Richardson
Phone: (214) 644-3500
CANADA
SIGNETICS CANADA, LTD.
Etobicoke, Ontario
Phone: (416) 626-6676
Nepean, Ontario
Signetics, Canada, Ltd.
Phone: (613) 726-9576

REPRESENTATIVES
ARIZONA
Scottsdale
Thom Luke Sales, Inc.
Phone: (602) 941-1901
CALIFORNIA
Santa Clara
Magna Sales
Phone: (408) 727-8753
CONNECTICUT
Brookfield
M & M Associates
Phone: (203) 775-6888
FLORIDA
Clearwater
Sigma Technical Associates
Phone: (813) 791-0271
Ft. Lauderdale
Sigma Technical Associates
Phone: (305) 731-5995

ILLINOIS
Hoffman Estates
Micro-T ex, Inc.
Phone: (312) 382-3001
INDIANA
Indianapolis
Mohrfield Marketing Inc.
Phone: (317) 546-6969
IOWA
Cedar Rapids
J.R. Sales
Phone: (319) 393-2232
MARYLAND
Glen Burnie
Third Wave Solutions, Inc.
Phone: (301) 787-0220
MASSACHUSETTS
Needham Heights
Com-Sales, Inc.
Phone: (617) 444-8071
Kanan Associates
Phone: (617) 449-7400
MICHIGAN
Bloomfield Hills
Enco Marketing
Phone: (313) 642-0203
MINNESOTA
Eden Prairie
High Technology Sales
Phone: (612) 944-7274
MISSOURI
Bridgeton
Centech, Inc.
Phone: (314) 291-4230
Raytown
Centech, Inc.
Phone: (816) 358-8100
NEW JERSEY
East Hanover
Emtec Sales, Inc.
Phone: (201) 428-0600
NEW MEXICO
Albuquerque
F.P. Sales
Phone: (505) 345-5553
NEW YORK
Ithaca
Bob Dean, Inc.
Phone: (607) 257-1111
OHIO
Cleveland
Covert & Newman
Phone: (216) 663-3331
Dayton
Covert & Newman
Phone: (513) 439-5788
Worthington
Covert & Newman
Phone: (614) 888-2442

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OKLAHOMA
Tulsa
Jerry Robinson and
Associates
Phone: (918) 665-3562
OREGON
Hillsboro
Western Technical Sales
Phone: (503) 640-4621
PENNSYLVANIA
Pittsburgh
Covert &. Newman
Phone: (412) 531-2002
Willow Grove
Delta Technical Sales Inc.
Phone: (215) 657-7250
UTAH
Salt Lake City
Electrodyne
Phone: (801) 486-3801
WASHINGTON
Bellevue
Western Technical Sales
Phone: (206) 641-3900
Spokane
Western Technical Sales
Phone: (509) 922-7600
WISCONSIN
Waukesha
Micro-Tex, Inc.
Phone: (414) 542-5352
CANADA
Burnaby, British Columbia
Tech-Trek, Ltd.
Phone: (604) 439-1367
Mississauga, Ontario
Tech-Trek, Ltd.
Phone: (416) 238-0366
Nepean, Ontario
Tech-Trek, Ltd.
Phone: (613) 726-9562
Richmond, British Columbia
Tech-Trek, Ltd.
Phone: (604) 271-3149
Ville St. Laurent, Quebec
Tech-Trek, Ltd.
Phone: (514) 337-7540

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Signetics Linear Products

Sales Offices

DISTRIBUTORS
Contact one of our
local distributors:
Anthem Electronics
Arrow Electronics
Avnet Electronics
Hamiltonl Avnet Electronics
Lionex Corporation
Schweb"r Electronics
Summit Distributors
Quality Components
Wyle LEMG
Zentronics, Ltd.

FOR SIGNETICS
PRODUCTS
WORLDWIDE:
ARGENTINA
Philips Argentina S.A.
Buenos Aires
Phone: 54·1·541·7141
AUSTRALIA
Philips Electronic
Components and Materials,
Ltd.
Artarmon, N.S.W.
Phone: 61·2·439·3322
AUSTRIA
Osterrichische Philips
Bauelemente
Wien
Phone: 43·222·62·91·11
BELGIUM
N.V. Philips & MBLE
Bruxelles
Phone: 32·2·5·23·00·00
BRAZIL
Philips Do Brasil, Ltda.
Sao Paulo
Phone: 55·11·211·2600
CHILE
Philips Chilena S.A.
Santiago
Phone: 56·02·077·3816
COLOMBIA
Iprelenso, Ltda.
Bogota
Phone: 57·1·2497624

DENMARK
Miniwatt A/S
Copenhagen S
Phone: 45·1·54·11·33
FINLAND
Oy Philips Ab
Helsinki
Phone: 358·0·172·71
FRANCE
R.T .C. La RadiotechniqueCompelec
Paris
Phone: 33·1·43·38·80·00
GERMANY
Valvo
Hamburg
Phone: 49·40·3·296·1
GREECE
Philips Helienique S.A.
Athens
Phone: 30·1·9·21·5111
HONG KONG
Philips Hong Kong, Ltd.
Kwai Chung
Phone: 852·0·245·121
INDIA
Peico Electronics & Elect.
Ltd.
Bombay
Phone: 91·22·493·8721
INDONESIA
P.T. Philips-Ralln Electronics
Jakarta Selatan
Phone: 62·21·512·572
IRELAND
Philips Electrical Ltd.
Dublin
Phone: 353·1·69·33·55
ISRAEL
Rapac Electronics, Ltd.
Tel Aviv
Phone: 972·3·477115
ITALY
Philips S.p.A.
Milano
Phone: 39·2·67·52·1

JAPAN
Nikon Philips Corp.
Tokyo
Phone: 81·3·448·5617
Signetics Japan Ltd.
Phone: 81·3·230·1521/2
KOREA
Philips Industries, Ltd.
Seoul
Phone: 82·2·794·5011/2/3
14/5
MEXICO
Electronlca S.A. de C.V.
Toluca
Phone: (721) 613·00
NETHERLANDS
Philips Nederland B.V.
Eindhoven
Phone: 31·40·793·333
NEW ZEALAND
Philips New Zealand Ltd.
Auckland
Phone: 64·9·605914
NORWAY
Norsk A/S Philips
Oslo
Phone: 47·2·68·02·00
PERU
Cadesa
Lima
Phone: 51·14·319253
PHILIPPINES
Philips Industrial Dev., Inc.
Maka!i
Phone: 63·2·868951·9

SWEDEN
Philips Komponenter A.B.
Stockholm
Phone: 46·8·782·10·00
SWITZERLAND
Philips A.G.
Zurich
Phone: 41 -1-488·2211
TAIWAN
Philips Taiwan, Ltd.
Taipei
Phone: 886·2·712·0500
THAILAND
Philips Electrical Co.
of Thailand Ltd.
Bangkok
Phone: 66·2·233·6330·9
TURKEY
Turk Philips
Ticaret A.S.
Istanbul
Phone: 90·11·43·59·10
UNITED KINGDOM
Muliard, Ltd.
London
Phone: 44·1·580·6633
UNITED STATES
Signetics International Corp.
Sunnyvale, California
Phone: (408) 991·2000

PORTUGAL
Philips Portuguesa SARL
Lisbon
Phone: 351·1·65·71·85

URUGUAY
Luzilectron, S.A.
Montevideo
Phone: 598·91·56·41/42
143/44

SINGAPORE
Philips Project Dev. Pte., Ltd.
Singapore
Phone: 65·350·2000

VENEZUELA
Magnetica, S.A.
Caracas
Phone: 58·2·241·7509

SOUTH AFRICA
E.D.A.C. (PTY), Ltd.
Joubert Park
Phone: 27·11·402·4600

Effective 4·14·87

February 1987

SPAIN
Miniwatt S.A.
Barcelona
Phone: 34·3·301·63·12

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Signe1ics
a subsidiary of U.S. Philips Corporation
Signelics Corporation
811 E. Arques Avenue
P.O. Box 3409
Sunnyvale. California 94088-3409
Telephone 408 1991-2000

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Copyright 1987 Signetics Corporation
Printed in USA6132/ RRD / 40MFP0487
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