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Inside Circuit Issue 9 - December 2010

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POWER MANAGEMENT

EcoSpeed™ Adaptive On-Time DC-DC Converters Combine Speed and Efficiency
SC173 and SC174 point-of-load regulators satisfy today’s “green” power requirements by efficiently managing both standby and full current demands using patented adaptive on-time (AOT) architecture.

DC-DC Converters Deliver Fast Response and High Efficiency
With the introduction of three new EcoSpeed dc-dc converters, Semtech extends the benefits of its adaptive on-time (AOT) control architecture to point-of-load (POL) applications and products with complex power management needs requiring digital control.

Automatic Dropout Prevention Enables Current Sink Backlighting for High-End Handheld Devices
Semtech’s patent-pending, smart Automatic Dropout Prevention (ADP) technology enables a new-generation of current sink LED drivers that can replace boost converters and charge pumps in high-end handhelds, while providing high-quality display backlighting and longer battery life.

Semtech’s New Switching Regulator Platform is as Easy to Use as LDOs
SC202 buck converter integrates inductor in tiny, 2.5 x 3 x 1mm package, offers 94% efficiency.

Semtech Expands Buck Regulator Platform with World’s Smallest 1.8A Dual Point-of-Load Regulator
SC283 combines two buck regulators in a tiny 2 x 3 x 0.8mm package with integrated VID pins for independent control of each output and ultra-small design footprint.

Semtech Takes LED Driver Platform Offering to New Level with Its First 10-Channel Device in Ultra Small, Low-Profile 4x4x0.6mm Package
SC442 boost device drives up to 120 white LEDs for Large Panels and Ultra-Bright Displays.

Automotive LED Lighting Solutions (Brochure)
This brochure provides an overview of the features and benefits of interior and exterior LED lighting solutions from Semtech.

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CIRCUIT PROTECTION

New Design Guide – Circuit Protection for Computer, Set Top Box, & HDTV/Monitor Interfaces
High-speed data transmission interfaces such as HDMI, DisplayPort and USB are widely adopted on computer and consumer electronics systems. Semtech’s industry leading low-clamping voltage, low capacitance, and innovative packaging provide advanced performance solutions to safeguard your systems from transient voltage threats.

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TOUCH INTERFACE

Semtech Adds World’s Most Sensitive Proximity Function to Leading Capacitive Touchbutton Platform (video clip included)
SX863x ICs offer 10cm proximity sensing, plug-and-play solution with field-programmable parameters for faster time-to-market.


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ANALOG CONTROLLERS & SENSORS

Semtech Single-Cell LED and Motor Timer-Controllers Simplify Design of AA/AAA Battery-Operated Electronic Appliances
SX8120 and SX8121 offer 15 sec, 30 sec or 10 min timeout options; 0.6V I/O control capability; operate out-of- the-box, no programming needed

Semtech Introduces Single-Cell AA/AAA, 555-Like Analog Timer with Battery-Safe Operation
SX8122 controls a DC motor; drives high-brightness LED; controls I/Os down to 0.6V

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WIRELESS & RF

Semtech Expands Transceiver Platform with World’s Highest Bit Rate and World-Class Link Budget ISM-Band Device
SX1233 combines 600 kbps bit rate, 137 dB link budget and excellent interference immunity to extend transmission range and increase data rate for smart grid and home/building automation applications

Semtech and Microchip Join Forces to Deliver Turnkey Reference Design Platform for Highly Secure, Multi-Band Wireless Remote Keyless Entry Systems
Reference design integrates Semtech ISM-band transmitter and transceivers with Microchip KEELOQ® encryption software and PIC® Microcontrollers to provide a high-performance, RKE platform
 

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HIGH RELIABILITY SEMICONDUCTORS

New Databook Released for High Reliability Semiconductors (Military apps)

 

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