8533-01 Data Sheet
©2016 Integrated Device Technology, Inc Revision F January 19, 20168
APPLICATION INFORMATION
FIGURE 2. SINGLE ENDED SIGNAL DRIVING DIFFERENTIAL INPUT
Figure 2 shows how the differential input can be wired to accept
single ended levels. The reference voltage V_REF = V
CC
/2 is
generated by the bias resistors R1, R2 and C1. This bias circuit
should be located as close as possible to the input pin. The ratio
The clock layout topology shown below is a typical termination
for LVPECL outputs. The two different layouts mentioned are
recommended only as guidelines.
FOUT and nFOUT are low impedance follower outputs that
generate ECL/LVPECL compatible outputs. Therefore, termi-
nating resistors (DC current path to ground) or current sources
must be used for functionality. These outputs are designed to
drive 50Ω transmission lines. Matched impedance techniques
should be used to maximize operating frequency and minimize
signal distortion. Figures 3A and 3B show two different layouts
which are recommended only as guidelines. Other suitable clock
layouts may exist and it would be recommended that the board
designers simulate to guarantee compatibility across all printed
circuit and clock component process variations.
FIGURE 3B. LVPECL OUTPUT TERMINATIONFIGURE 3A. LVPECL OUTPUT TERMINATION
WIRING THE DIFFERENTIAL INPUT TO ACCEPT SINGLE ENDED LEVELS
of R1 and R2 might need to be adjusted to position the V_REF
in the center of the input voltage swing. For example, if the input
clock swing is only 2.5V and V
CC
= 3.3V, V_REF should be 1.25V
and R2/R1 = 0.609.
TERMINATION FOR LVPECL OUTPUTS
