MAX9275/MAX9279
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3.12Gbps GMSL Serializers for Coax or
STP Output Drive and Parallel Input
General Description
The MAX9275/MAX9279 are 3.12Gbps Gigabit Multimedia
Serial Link (GMSL) serializers with parallel LVCMOS
inputs and a CML serial output programmable for 50Ω
coax or 100Ω shielded twisted pair (STP) cable drive.
The MAX9279 has HDCP content protection but other-
wise is the same as the MAX9275. The serializers pair
with any GMSL deserializer capable of coax input. When
programmed for STP output they are backward compat-
ible with any GMSL deserializer. The output amplitude is
programmable 100mV to 500mV, single-ended (coax) or
100mV to 400mV differential (STP).
The audio channel supports L-PCM I2S stereo and up to
eight channels of L-PCM in TDM mode. Sample rates of
32kHz to 192kHz are supported with sample depth up to
32 bits.
The embedded control channel operates at 9.6kbps to
1Mbps in UART-UART and UART-I2C modes, and up
to 1Mbps in I2C-I2C mode. Using the control channel, a
µC can program serializer, deserializer, and peripheral
device registers at any time, independent of video timing,
and manage HDCP operation (MAX9279). A GPO output
supports touch-screen controller interrupt requests from
the remote end of the link.
For use with longer cables, the serializers have program-
mable pre/deemphasis. Programmable spread spectrum
is available on the serial output. The serial output meets
ISO 10605 and IEC 61000-4-2 ESD standards. The core
supply is 1.7V to 1.9V and the I/O supply is 1.7V to 3.6V.
The MAX9275/MAX9279 are available in a lead-free,
56-pin, 8mm x 8mm, TQFN package with exposed pad
and 0.5mm lead pitch.
Applications
● High-Resolution Automotive Navigation
● Rear-Seat Infotainment
● Megapixel Camera Systems
Benefits and Features
● Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
• Drives Low-Cost 50Ω Coax Cable and FAKRA
Connectors or 100Ω STP
• 104MHz High-Bandwidth Mode Supports
1920x720p/60Hz Display With 24-Bit Color
• Serializer Pre/Deemphasis Allows 15m Cable at
Full Speed
• Up to 192kHz Sample Rate And 32-Bit Sample
Depth For 7.1 Channel HD Audio
● Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
• Up to 3.12Gbps Serial-Bit Rate
• 6.25MHz to 104MHz Pixel Clock
• 9.6kbps to 1Mbps Control Channel in UART, Mixed
UART/I2C, or I2C Mode with Clock Stretch
Capability
● Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements
• Serial Output Programmable for 100mV to 500mv
Single-Ended or 100mV to 400mV Differential
• Programmable Spread Spectrum Reduces EMI
• Bypassable Input PLL for Parallel Clock Jitter
Attenuation
• Tracks Spread Spectrum on Input
• High-Immunity Mode for Maximum Control-
Channel Noise Rejection
● Peripheral Features for System Power-Up and
Verification
• Built-In PRBS Generator for BER Testing of the
Serial Link
• Dedicated “Up/Down” GPO for Touch-Screen
Interrupt and Other Uses
• Remote/Local Wake-Up from Sleep Mode
● Meets Rigorous Automotive and Industrial
Requirements
• -40°C to +105°C Operating Temperature
• ±8kV Contact and ±15kV Air ISO 10605 and IEC
61000-4-2 ESD Protection
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
19-6751; Rev 3; 12/17