Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated

The MAX3798 is a highly integrated limiting amplifier and VCSEL driver designed for 1x/2x/4x/8x Fibre Channel transmission systems at data rates up to 8.5Gbps as well as for 10GBASE-SR transmission systems at a data rate of 10.3125Gbps. Operating from a single +3.3V supply, this low-power integrated limiting amplifier and VCSEL driver IC enables a platform design for SFP MSA as well as for SFP+ MSA-based optical transceivers. The high-sensitivity limiting amplifier limits the differential input signal generated by a transimpedance amplifier into a CML-level differential output signal. The compact VCSEL driver provides a modulation and a bias current for a VCSEL diode. The optical average power is controlled by an average power control (APC) loop implemented by a controller that interfaces to the VCSEL driver through a 3-wire digital interface. All differential I/Os are optimally back-terminated for a 50Ω transmission line PCB design.The use of a 3-wire digital interface reduces the pin count while enabling advanced Rx (mode selection, LOS threshold, LOS squelch, LOS polarity, CML output level, signal path polarity, slew-rate control, deemphasis, and fast mode-select change time) and Tx settings (modulation current, bias current, polarity, programmable deemphasis, eye-crossing adjustment, and eye safety control) without the need for external components. The MAX3798 provides multiple current and voltage DACs to allow the use of low-cost controller ICs.The MAX3798 is packaged in a lead-free, 5mm x 5mm, 32-pin TQFN package.Applications10GBASE-LR SFP+ Optical Transceiver (1310nm VCSEL)10GBASE-LRM SFP+ Optical Transceiver (1310nm VCSEL)10GBASE-SR SFP+ Optical Transceiver1x/2x/4x/8x SFF/SFP/SFP+ MSA Fibre Channel (FC) Optical Transceiver

The MAX3799 is a highly integrated limiting amplifier and VCSEL driver that operates up to 14Gbps, making it suitable for Ethernet and Fibre Channel applications. By providing a selectable data path with a noise-shaping filter, the MAX3799 enables a module with 10G optics to be fully compliant with both 1000BASE-SR and 10GBASE-SR specifications. Operating from a single +3.3V supply, this low-power integrated limiting amplifier and VCSEL driver IC enables a platform design for SFP MSA as well as for SFP+ MSA-based optical transceivers. The high-sensitivity limiting amplifier limits the differential input signal generated by a transimpedance amplifier into a CML-level differential output signal. The compact VCSEL driver provides a modulation and a bias current for a VCSEL diode. The optical average power is controlled by an average power control (APC) loop implemented by a controller that interfaces to the VCSEL driver through a 3-wire digital interface. All differential I/Os are optimally back-terminated for a 50Ω transmission line PCB design.The use of a 3-wire digital interface reduces the pin count while enabling advanced Rx (rate selection, LOS threshold, LOS squelch, LOS polarity, CML output level, signal path polarity, deemphasis, and fast mode-select change time) and Tx settings (modulation current, bias current, polarity, and eye safety control) without the need for external components. The MAX3799 provides multiple current and voltage DACs to allow the use of low-cost controller ICs.The MAX3799 is packaged in a lead-free, 5mm x 5mm, 32-pin TQFN package.Applications1000BASE-SR/10GBASE-SR Multirate SFP+ Optical Transceiver1x/2x/4x/8x/16x SFF/SFP/SFP+ MSA Fibre Channel (FC) Optical Transceiver

The MAX3800 is a +3.3V adaptive cable equalizer and cable driver implemented together on a single chip. It is designed for coaxial and twin-axial cable point-to-point communications applications. The driver features differential current-mode logic (CML) inputs and outputs as well as adjustable output amplitude. The equalizer includes differential CML data inputs and outputs, a loss-of-signal (active-low LOS) output, and a cable integrity monitor (CIM) output.The adaptive cable equalizer is capable of equalizing differential or single-ended signals at data rates up to 3.2Gbps. It automatically adjusts to attenuation caused by skin-effect losses of up to 30dB at 1.6GHz. The equalizer effectively extends the usable length of copper cable in high-frequency interconnect applications.The MAX3800 is available in a 32-pin TQFP package with exposed pad and consumes only 200mW at +3.3V. The driver can be disconnected from the power supply when it is not needed, resulting in a 40% reduction in supply current.ApplicationsBackplane and Interconnect ApplicationsHigh-Speed Links in Communications and Data SystemsSDH/SONET Transmission Equipment

The MAX3802 has four independent adaptive cable equalizers and cable drivers on a single chip. It is designed for coaxial and twin-axial cable point-to-point scrambled-data communication applications. The driver features differential current-mode logic (CML) inputs and outputs. The equalizer includes differential CML data inputs and outputs and a TTL loss-of-signal (active-low LOS) output.The adaptive cable equalizer can equalize differential or single-ended signals at data rates up to 3.2Gbps. It automatically adjusts to attenuation caused by skin-effect losses of 30dB at 1.6GHz. The equalizer effectively extends the usable length of copper cable in high-frequency interconnect applications.ApplicationsBackplane and Twin-Axial Cable InterconnectsCategory 5 UTP-Based SystemsHigh-Speed Links in Communications and Data Systems

The MAX3804 driver with integrated analog equalizer compensates up to 20dB of loss at 5GHz. It is designed to ensure PC board signal integrity up to 12.5Gbps, where frequency-dependent skin effect and dielectric losses typically produce unacceptable amounts of intersymbol interference. The MAX3804 can extend the practical chip-to-chip transmission distance for 10Gbps NRZ serial data up to 30in (0.75m) on FR-4, and it significantly decreases deterministic jitter. Residual jitter after equalization for 10.7Gbps signals is typically 24psP-Pon the maximum path length.The MAX3804 is ideal for 10Gbps chip-to-chip serial interconnections on inexpensive FR-4 material. Its 3mm x 3mm package affords optimal placement and routing flexibility. It has separate VCCconnections for internal logic and current-mode logic (CML) I/O. This allows the CML input and output to be referenced to isolated supplies, providing independent DC-coupled interfacing to 1.8V, 2.5V, or 3.3V ICs. Eight discrete levels of input equalization can be selected through a digital control input, enabling the equalizer to be matched to a range of transmission line path loss. When correctly set to match the path loss, the MAX3804 provides optimal performance over a wide range of data rates and formats.ApplicationsHigh-Speed Signal DistributionOC-192 and 10Gb Ethernet Serial ModulesOC-192 and 10Gb Ethernet Switches and Routers