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SPT5240
Figure 2 – Typical Interface Circuit
TYPICAL INTERFACE CIRCUIT
The SPT5240 requires few external components to
achieve the stated performance. Figure 2 shows the typi-
cal interface requirements when used in normal circuit
operation. The following sections provide descriptions of
the major functions and outline performance criteria to
consider for achieving optimal performance.
DIGITAL INPUTS
The SPT5240 has a 10-bit-wide parallel data input de-
signed to work at +3.3 V CMOS levels. Fast edges and low
transients provide for improved performance.
CLOCK INPUT
The SPT5240 is driven by a single-ended clock circuit. In
order to achieve best performance at the highest through-
put, a clock generation circuit should provide fast edges
and low jitter.
INPUT PROTECTION
All I/O pads are protected with an on-chip protection cir-
cuit. This circuit provides robust ESD protection in excess
of 3,000 volts, in human body model, without sacrificing
speed.
POWER SUPPLIES AND GROUNDING
The SPT5240 may be operated in the range of 2.8 to 3.6
volts. Normal operation is recommended to be separate
analog and digital supplies operating at +3.3 volts. All
power supply pins should be bypassed as close to the
package as possible with the smallest capacitor closest to
the device. Analog and digital ground planes should be
connected together with a ferrite bead as shown in figure 2
and as close to the DAC as possible.
SLEEP MODE
To conserve power, the SPT5240 incorporates a power-
down function. This function is controlled by the signal on
pin PWD. When PWD is set high, the SPT5240 enters the
sleep mode. The analog outputs are both set to zero cur-
rent output, resulting in less than 500 nA current draw from
the analog supply. For minimum power dissipation, data
and clock inputs should be removed.
FB
50
.01 F
.1 F
10 F
.01 F
.1 F
10 F
+D3.3 V
+A3.3 V
RSET
Clock In
Reference
Voltage
Out
Sleep
Mode
Select
IOUT
Adjust
CLK ISET VRNL
PWD
DV
DD
DGND
AGND
AV
DD
IOP
ION
D0D9
In
10-Bit
Data Bus
SPT5240
Notes:
1. FB = Ferrite bead across analog and digital
ground planes. Place as close to DAC as feasible.
2. VRNL is a no-load output. Use for monitoring
purposes only.
3. Minimum resistance (RSET) from ISET to ground
results in maximum current output.
4. PWD pin has an internal pull-down resistor. Set
pin high to initiate sleep mode.
5. Outputs (IOP and ION) require minimum 5 W
load.
VOP
VON
+