Maxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX4998 two-lane and MAX14998* four-lane ultra-high-speed, DisplayPort passive switches with separate AUX and HPD controls. By employing two independent digital-control inputs, the devices utilize n-channel switches to route high-frequency (beyond 8GHz) and low-frequency signals between a peripheral controller hub (PCH) and either a docking station or DisplayPort connector. These devices meet the new eDP V...

Maxim introduced the MAX8934, the industry's first dual-input linear charger with Smart Power Selector(TM) circuitry to implement the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) recommendations for safe charging over temperature. The MAX8934 monitors battery temperature and automatically adjusts the charge current and termination voltage to a safe level according to temperature. When external power is connected, t...

Maxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX6948B, a high-efficiency WLED driver with an integrated boost converter and five GPIO ports that can be used to drive LEDs (powered from an alternate power supply) in parallel. Capable of driving up to six LEDs in series, the boost converter allows PWM control of the boost voltage to maximize power efficiency. The I2C-programmable, 10-bit PWM signal enables 1024 levels of WLED intensity, thus providing ...

Maxim introduces the DS1842A 76V APD (avalanche photo diode), bias-output-stage and current-monitoring IC. By employing Maxim's state-of-the art CMOS process technology, the device integrates a high-voltage current source; several current mirrors for monitoring APD current; and a FET switch configured to work in conjunction with an external DC-DC controller to implement a boost DC-DC converter.

Maxim introduces the MAX9634, the latest addition to its industry-leading portfolio of high-side current-sense amplifiers (CSAs). Designed for space-constrained portable applications, the 1mm2 MAX9634 sets benchmarks for size, performance, and power consumption. Combined with its wide (1.6V to 28V) input-voltage range, these superior features make the MAX9634 well suited for a broad selection of battery-powered devices, including smartphones, dig...

Maxim introduces the MAX9634, the latest addition to its industry-leading portfolio of high-side current-sense amplifiers (CSAs). Designed for space-constrained portable applications, the 1mm2 MAX9634 sets benchmarks for size, performance, and power consumption. Combined with its wide (1.6V to 28V) input-voltage range, these superior features make the MAX9634 well suited for a broad selection of battery-powered devices, including smartphones, dig...

Maxim introduced the MAX4885AE, a complete 2:1 VGA multiplexer. This device can be used to switch two VGA signals from a graphics controller to one connector while maintaining a low 5.5pf (typ) on-capacitance for higher bandwidth applications operating up to 900MHz. The MAX4885AE is ideal for use in notebook PCs, servers, and consumer video applications.

Maxim introduced the MAX19998, a fully integrated, 2300MHz to 4000MHz, downconverting mixer with an on-chip LO buffer. Designed using Maxim's proprietary monolithic SiGe BiCMOS process, this device delivers an unparalleled combination of linearity, noise performance, and component integration over an exceptionally wide band of operation. A single IC provides a fully integrated downconversion channel, with 24.3dBm (typ) of IIP3, 8.7dB (typ) of con...

Maxim introduces the DS1873 SFP+ controller with analog LDD interface. Combined with the MAX3736 laser driver, the DS1873 controls and monitors all functions for SFF, SFP, and SFP+ optical modules, while fully supporting the SFF-8472 standard. Utilizing 0.35micrometer technology, the DS1873 implements a high level of integration key to APC loop, modulation current control, and eye safety functionality.

Maxim introduces the DS1873 SFP+ controller with analog LDD interface. Combined with the MAX3736 laser driver, the DS1873 controls and monitors all functions for SFF, SFP, and SFP+ optical modules, while fully supporting the SFF-8472 standard. Utilizing 0.35micrometer technology, the DS1873 implements a high level of integration key to APC loop, modulation current control, and eye safety functionality.

Maxim introduces the MAX4951BE, a dual-channel buffer designed to redrive eSATA/SATA signals while supporting data rates up to 6.0Gbps and extending battery life with two power-saving modes. This device preserves signal integrity at the receiver by reestablishing full output levels, and it can reduce total system jitter (TJ) by squaring the signal. Selectable preemphasis and programmable equalization allow the signal to be redriven across long tr...

Maxim introduces the MAX8922L, a 30V, single-input lithium-ion (Li+) charger with a 2.3A GSM test mode. The inclusion of a GSM test mode facilitates production-line calibration and testing of devices with a Micro-USB connector. Using this charger, designers can quickly calibrate their GSM phones without having to install a battery. The MAX8922L is well suited for GSM, EDGE, UMTS, and CDMA cell phones.

Maxim introduces the MAX16070/MAX16071, flash-configurable system monitors that supervise 12/8 voltages plus one current. Designed to simplify power-management schemes in multivoltage systems, these devices feature an integrated current monitor, nonvolatile fault registers, and an easy-to-use graphical configuration tool. The MAX16070/MAX16071 provide ±1% accurate voltage monitoring for networking, telecom, server/storage, and other complex sys...

Maxim introduces the MAX9621, a dual, 2-wire, Hall-effect sensor interface with analog and digital outputs. This device enables the microprocessor to monitor the status of Hall-effect sensors either through the analog output by mirroring the sensor current for linear information or through the filtered digital output. The input current threshold can be programmed for the digital output. A high-side current-sense architecture eliminates the need f...

Maxim introduces the MAX2044, the industry's highest performance, fully integrated, 2300MHz to 4000MHz SiGe passive mixer. Designed specifically for LTE, WiMAX(TM), and MMDS wireless-infrastructure applications, the MAX2044 delivers an unparalleled combination of linearity, noise performance, and component integration over an exceptionally wide band of operation. When configured as a downconverter, this single IC provides 32.5dBm of IIP3, 21dBm o...

Maxim introduces the MAX16913/MAX16913A, high-voltage current-sense switches that prevent system damage due to fault conditions. These devices monitor load current and provide an analog output voltage proportional to the sensed load current. They include accurate internal current-limiting circuitry to protect the input supply against both overload and short-circuit conditions. Two open-drain fault-indicator outputs notify the microprocessor when...

Maxim introduced the MAX16067/MAX16068, flash-configurable sequencers/monitors that simplify power management and fault diagnostics. These devices integrate a ±1%-accurate ADC for voltage monitoring/sequencing in complex systems where high reliability is critical. Additionally, they feature nonvolatile fault registers to store and read back fault data. An easy-to-use graphical configuration tool eliminates the need for tedious, time-consuming pr...

Maxim Integrated Products announces the MAX17122, a multiple-output power-supply IC that integrates three regulators whose high-efficiency and fixed-frequency operation allow the use of small inductors and capacitors. This results in a compact and cost-competitive solution for the power requirements of thin-film transistor (TFT) LCD HDTV panels. The MAX17122 operates from 8V to 16.5V input voltages and is optimized for applications running direct...

Maxim introduced the MAX97000/MAX97001/MAX97002 family of mono audio subsystems. These devices combine a high-efficiency, Class D mono speaker amplifier with distortion limiter; a DirectDrive II(TM) Class H stereo headphone amplifier; and an ultra-low-noise, analog bypass switch. Maxim's DirectDrive II technology utilizes a dual-mode internal charge pump that operates at ±0.9V for low signal levels, only switching to ±1.8V for signals that req...

Maxim introduced the MAX5969A/MAX5969B, IEEE 802.3af/at-compliant interface controllers for PoE+ PDs (powered devices). These devices meet all IEEE 802.3at specifications and are backwards compatible with the IEEE 802.3af standard. These controllers can withstand transient voltage spikes up to 100V (abs max) without the aid of external components.