Overview
The PTN3460BS/F4, produced by NXP USA Inc., is an embedded DisplayPort (eDP) to LVDS bridge IC. This device enables connectivity between an eDP source, such as a CPU or GPU, and an LVDS display panel. It processes the incoming DisplayPort stream, converts it to LVDS format, and transmits the processed stream to the LVDS receiver. The PTN3460BS/F4 is designed to support various display configurations and offers high flexibility and programmability to fit different platform environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Type | HVQFN56 (7 mm x 7 mm, 0.4 mm pitch) |
| Power Supply | 3.3 V ± 10% (integrated regulator switched on), 3.3 V ± 10%, 1.8 V ± 5% (integrated regulator switched off) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 70°C |
| ESD Protection | 8 kV HBM, 1 kV CDM |
| DisplayPort Link Rate | 1.62 Gbit/s or 2.7 Gbit/s |
| DisplayPort Lanes | 1-lane or 2-lane operation |
| LVDS Signaling | Single bus or dual bus, up to 112 MHz pixel clock frequency |
| LVDS Data Packing | VESA or JEIDA format |
| Color Depth | 18 bits per pixel or 24 bits per pixel |
Key Features
- Embedded microcontroller and on-chip Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) for firmware updates
- LVDS panel power-up/down sequencing control and firmware-controlled timing parameters
- No external timing reference needed
- EDID ROM emulation to support panels without EDID ROM, supporting EDID structure v1.3
- Programmable LVDS signal swing for channel attenuation or power saving
- Supports PCB routing flexibility with LVDS bus swapping, channel swapping, and differential signal pair swapping
- Data Enable polarity programming and DDC control for EDID ROM access via I2C-bus interface up to 400 kbit/s
- Low-power state and deep power-saving state via dedicated pin
Applications
- All-in-One (AIO) platforms
- Notebook platforms
- Netbooks/net tops
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the PTN3460BS/F4? The PTN3460BS/F4 is an embedded DisplayPort to LVDS bridge IC, converting DisplayPort signals to LVDS format for display panels.
- What are the supported DisplayPort link rates? The device supports link rates of 1.62 Gbit/s or 2.7 Gbit/s.
- What is the package type of the PTN3460BS/F4? The device is packaged in a HVQFN56 (7 mm x 7 mm, 0.4 mm pitch).
- What are the power supply options for the PTN3460BS/F4? It can be powered by either 3.3 V supply only or dual supplies (3.3 V/1.8 V).
- What is the operating temperature range of the PTN3460BS/F4? The operating temperature range is 0°C to 70°C.
- Does the PTN3460BS/F4 support EDID ROM emulation? Yes, it supports EDID ROM emulation to support panels without EDID ROM.
- What are the LVDS signaling options supported by the PTN3460BS/F4? It supports single bus or dual bus LVDS signaling with color depths of 18 bits or 24 bits per pixel.
- Can the PTN3460BS/F4 be programmed for different configurations? Yes, it offers multi-level configuration pins, DP AUX interface, and I2C-bus interface for programmability.
- What are some of the key applications of the PTN3460BS/F4? It is used in AIO platforms, notebook platforms, and netbooks/net tops.
- Does the PTN3460BS/F4 have built-in power management features? Yes, it includes low-power state and deep power-saving state via a dedicated pin.
