GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The TDA8565Q is an integrated class-B output amplifier in a 17-lead DIL-bent-to-SIL power package. It contains 4 × 12 W single-ended amplifiers.

FEATURES
• Requires very few external components
• High output power
• Fixed gain
• Diagnostic facility (distortion, short-circuit and temperature detection)
• Good ripple rejection
• Mode select switch (operating, mute and standby)
• Load dump protection
• AC and DC short-circuit safe to ground and to VP
• Low power dissipation in any short-circuit condition
• Thermally protected
• Reverse polarity safe
• Electrostatic discharge protection
• No switch-on/switch-off plop
• Flexible leads
• Low thermal resistance
• Identical inputs.

APPLICATIONS
• The device is primarily developed for car radio applications.