Overview
The TUSB1046AI-DCIRNQR, produced by Texas Instruments, is a USB Type-C™ DisplayPort™ Alt Mode 10-Gbps linear redriver and crosspoint switch. This device supports USB 3.1 data rates up to 10 Gbps and DisplayPort 1.4 up to 8.1 Gbps, making it suitable for various high-speed data transmission applications. It is designed to operate in configurations C, D, E, and F as specified by the VESA DisplayPort Alt Mode on USB Type-C Standard Version 1.1. The TUSB1046AI-DCIRNQR features ultra-low-power architecture, linear redriver capabilities, and is transparent to DisplayPort link training. It also supports Intel proprietary DCI capability for closed chassis debugging and is hot-plug capable.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Max | Unit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range (VCC) | -0.3 | 4 | V | |
| Average Active Power (USB Only) | 335 | mW | ||
| Average Active Power (USB + 2 Lane DP) | 634 | mW | ||
| Average Active Power (4 Lane DP Only) | 660 | mW | ||
| Device Shutdown Power | 0.85 | mW | ||
| Operating Temperature Range (Industrial) | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Package Size | 4 mm x 6 mm | |||
| Package Type | WQFN (40) |
Key Features
- USB Type-C™ crosspoint switch supporting USB 3.1 SSP + 2 DisplayPort lanes and up to 4 DisplayPort lanes.
- Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2 up to 10 Gbps and DisplayPort 1.4 up to 8.1 Gbps (HBR3).
- VESA® DisplayPort alt mode DFP redriving crosspoint switch supporting configurations C, D, E, and F.
- Ultra-low-power architecture.
- Linear redriver with up to 14 dB equalization.
- Transparent to DisplayPort link training.
- Automatic LFPS de-emphasis control to meet USB 3.1 certification requirements.
- Configuration through GPIO or I2C.
- Intel proprietary DCI capability on USB Type-C for closed chassis debugging.
- Hot-plug capable.
- Industrial temperature range: –40°C to 85°C.
Applications
- Tablets
- Notebooks
- Desktops
- Docking stations
Q & A
- What is the TUSB1046AI-DCIRNQR used for? The TUSB1046AI-DCIRNQR is used as a USB Type-C™ DisplayPort™ Alt Mode 10-Gbps linear redriver and crosspoint switch, supporting high-speed data transmission.
- What are the supported data rates? It supports USB 3.1 data rates up to 10 Gbps and DisplayPort 1.4 up to 8.1 Gbps.
- What configurations does it support? It supports configurations C, D, E, and F as specified by the VESA DisplayPort Alt Mode on USB Type-C Standard Version 1.1.
- What is the operating temperature range for the industrial version? The industrial version operates in a temperature range of –40°C to 85°C.
- How is the device configured? The device can be configured through GPIO or I2C.
- Is the device hot-plug capable? Yes, the device is hot-plug capable.
- What is the power consumption in active mode? The average active power consumption varies depending on the mode, e.g., 335 mW for USB only, 634 mW for USB + 2 Lane DP, and 660 mW for 4 Lane DP only.
- What is the package type and size? The device comes in a WQFN (40) package with a size of 4 mm x 6 mm.
- Does it support Intel DCI capability? Yes, it supports Intel proprietary DCI capability on USB Type-C for closed chassis debugging.
- What are some of the key applications for this device? Key applications include tablets, notebooks, desktops, and docking stations.
