Overview
The TLK2501IRCPG4, produced by Texas Instruments, is a member of the transceiver family of multigigabit transceivers. It is designed for ultrahigh-speed bidirectional point-to-point data transmission systems, supporting serial interface speeds from 1.5 Gbps to 2.5 Gbps. This device is pin-for-pin compatible with the TLK2500, TLK1501, and TLK3101, offering a wide range of performance solutions without requiring board layout changes. The TLK2501IRCPG4 is ideal for high-speed I/O data channels over controlled impedance media such as printed-circuit boards, copper cables, or fiber-optic cables.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 64-Pin VQFP PowerPAD |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Serial Interface Speed | 1.5 Gbps to 2.5 Gbps |
| Power Supply | 2.5 V |
| Typical Power Consumption | Less than 360 mW |
| Encoding/Decoding | On-Chip 8-Bit/10-Bit (8B/10B) Encoding/Decoding |
| Receiver Differential Input Thresholds | 200 mV Minimum |
| Loss of Signal Detection | Yes |
Key Features
- Hot-Plug Protection
- High-Performance 64-Pin VQFP Thermally Enhanced Package (PowerPAD)
- Programmable Voltage Output Swing on Serial Output
- Interfaces to Backplane, Copper Cables, or Optical Converters
- Rated for Industrial Temperature Range
- On-Chip PLL Provides Clock Synthesis From Low-Speed Reference
- Internal Loopback Capability for Self-Test Purposes
- Loss of Signal (LOS) Detection
- Redundant Ports Capability
Applications
The TLK2501IRCPG4 is primarily used for high-speed I/O data channels in point-to-point baseband data transmission over controlled impedance media. It can be used in various applications such as:
- High-Speed Backplane Interconnect
- Point-to-Point Data Links
- Replacement of Parallel Data Transmission Architectures
- Copper Cables, Fiber-Optic Cables, and Controlled Impedance Backplanes
Q & A
- What is the serial interface speed of the TLK2501IRCPG4?
The TLK2501IRCPG4 supports serial interface speeds from 1.5 Gbps to 2.5 Gbps.
- What type of package does the TLK2501IRCPG4 use?
The TLK2501IRCPG4 is housed in a 64-Pin VQFP PowerPAD package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TLK2501IRCPG4?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- Does the TLK2501IRCPG4 support hot-plug capability?
Yes, the TLK2501IRCPG4 is designed to be hot-plug capable.
- What is the typical power consumption of the TLK2501IRCPG4?
The typical power consumption is less than 360 mW.
- Does the TLK2501IRCPG4 have loss of signal detection?
Yes, it has a loss of signal detection circuit.
- Can the TLK2501IRCPG4 be used for redundant ports?
Yes, it allows users to implement redundant ports by connecting receive data bus terminals from two TLK2501 devices together.
- What encoding/decoding does the TLK2501IRCPG4 use?
The TLK2501IRCPG4 uses on-chip 8-Bit/10-Bit (8B/10B) encoding/decoding.
- What is the receiver differential input threshold of the TLK2501IRCPG4?
The receiver differential input threshold is 200 mV minimum.
- Does the TLK2501IRCPG4 have an internal loopback capability?
Yes, it provides an internal loopback capability for self-test purposes.
