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SY88773V
Micrel, Inc.
M9999-110905
hbwhelp@micrel.com or (408) 955-1690
The SY88773V low-power, limiting post amplifier is
designed for use in fiber optic receivers. The device connects
to typical transimpedance amplifiers (TIAs). The linear signal
output from TIAs can contain significant amounts of noise
and may vary in amplitude over time. The SY88773V
quantizes these signals and outputs typically 800mVPP
voltage-limited waveforms.
The SY88773V operates from a single +3.3V ±10% or
+5V ±10% power supply, over an industrial temperature
range of –40°C to +85°C. With its wide bandwidth and high
gain, signals with data rates up to 3.2Gbps and as small as
10mVpp can be amplified to drive devices with CML inputs
or AC-coupled PECL inputs.
The SY88773V incorporates a loss-of-signal (LOS), open-
collector TTL output with internal 4.75k pull-up resistor. A
programmable, loss-of-signal level set pin (LOSLVL) sets
the sensitivity of the input amplitude detection. LOS asserts
high if the input amplitude falls below the threshold set by
LOSLVL and de-asserts low otherwise. LOS can be fed
back to the enable (/EN) input to maintain output stability
under a loss-of-signal condition. /EN de-asserts the true
output signal without removing the input signal. Typically
4.6dB LOS hysteresis is provided to prevent chattering.
Please see Micrel’s website at www.micrel.com for a
complete selection of optical module ICs. The following table
summarizes the differences between devices in Micrel’s
latest family of Limiting Amplifiers.
All support documentation can be found on Micrel’s web
site at www.micrel.com.
Integrated 50LOS Active LOW
Part Number Input Termination or SD or HIGH Enable
SY88773V No LOS LOW
SY88823V No SD HIGH
SY88843V Yes SD HIGH
SY88973V Yes LOS LOW
Table 1. Limiting Amplifiers Selection Guide
DESCRIPTION
Multi-rate up to 3.2Gbps operation
Wide gain-bandwidth product
38dB differential gain
2GHz 3dB bandwidth
Low noise 50 CML data outputs
800mVPP output swing
60ps edge rates
5ps(RMS) typ. random jitter
15ps(PP) typ. deterministic jitter
Chatter-free, Loss-of-Signal (LOS) output
4.6dB electrical hysteresis
OC-TTL output with internal 4.75k pull-up
resistor
Programmable LOS sensitivity using single external
resistor
Integrated input bias reference
TTL /EN input allows feedback from LOS
Wide operating range
Single 3.3V ±10% or 5V ±10% power supply
–40°C to +85°C industrial temperature range
Available in tiny 10-pin EPAD-MSOP and
16-pin MLF™ packages
FEATURES
3.3V/5V 3.2Gbps CML
LOW-POWER LIMITING POST
AMPLIFIER WITH TTL LOS SY88773V
APPLICATIONS
1.25Gbps and 2.5Gbps Gigabit Ethernet
1.062Gbps and 2.125Gbps Fibre Channel
155Mbps, 622Gbps, 1.25Gbps, and 2.5Gbps SONET/
SDH
Gigabit interface converter (GBIC)
Small form factor (SFF) and small form factor
pluggable (SFP) transceivers
Parallel 10G Ethernet
High-gain line driver and line receiver
Rev.: C Amendment: /0
Issue Date: November 2005
Micro
LeadFrame and MLF are trademarks of Amkor Technology
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE
3.3V, 25°C, 10mV
pp
Input
@3.2Gbps 2
31
1 PRBS, R
LOAD
= 50 to V
CC
TIME (50ps/div.)
Output Swing
(75mV/div.)
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Micrel, Inc.
M9999-110905
hbwhelp@micrel.com or (408) 955-1690
FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM
Limiting
Amplifer CML
Buffer
GND
Level
Detect
/EN
LOS
DIN
/DIN
REF
LOSLVL
DOUT
/DOUT
OC-TTL
Buffer
2.8k4.75k
VCC
VCC
REF
Generator
TTL
Buffer
25k
VCC
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Pin Number Pin Number
(MSOP) (MLF) Pin Name Type Pin Function
1 15 /EN TTL Input: Enable: De-asserts true data output when high.
Default is high. Incorporates 25k pull-up to VCC.
2, 3 1, 4 DIN, /DIN Differential Differential Data Input. Inputs must be biased to meet
Data Input common-mode range.
4 6 REF Reference Voltage: Bypass with 0.01µF low ESR
capacitor from REF to VCC to stabilize LOSLVL and REF.
5 14 LOSLVL Input: Loss-of-Signal Level Set: A resistor from this pin to VCC
Default is sets the threshold for the data input amplitude at which the
maximum sensitivity. LOS output will be asserted.
6 2, 3, 10, 11 GND Ground Device Ground. Exposed pad must be soldered
Exposed Pad Exposed Pad (or equivalent) to the same potential as the ground pins.
7 7 LOS Open Collector Loss-of-Signal: Asserts high when the data input
TTL Output with amplitude falls below the threshold set by LOSLVL.
internal 4.75k
pull-up resistor
8, 9 9, 12 DOUT, /DOUT Differential Differential Data Output.
CML Output
10 5, 8, 13, 16 VCC Power Supply Positive Power Supply. Bypass with 0.1µF0.01µF low
ESR capacitors. 0.01µF capacitors should be as close as
possible to VCC pins.
PIN DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
12
11
10
9
16 15 14 13
5678
DIN
GND
GND
/DIN
DOUT
GND
GND
/DOUT
VCC
LOSLVL
/EN
VCC
VCC
LOS
REF
VCC
16-Pin MLF (MLF-16)
1/EN
DIN
/DIN
REF
LOSLVL
10 VCC
DOUT
/DOUT
LOS
GND
9
8
7
6
2
3
4
5
10-Pin EPAD-MSOP (K10-2)
PACKAGE/ORDERING INFORMATION
Ordering Information(1)
Package Operating Package Lead
Part Number Type Range Marking Finish
SY88773VKI K10-2 Industrial 773V Sn-Pb
SY88773VKITR(2) K10-2 Industrial 773V Sn-Pb
SY88773VMI MLF-16 Industrial 773V Sn-Pb
SY88773VMITR(2) MLF-16 Industrial 773V Sn-Pb
SY88773VEY(3) K10-2 Industrial 773V with Pb-Free
Pb-Free bar-line indicator Matte-Sn
SY88773VEYTR(2, 3) K10-2 Industrial 773V with Pb-Free
Pb-Free bar-line indicator Matte-Sn
SY88773VMG(3) MLF-16 Industrial 773V with Pb-Free
Pb-Free bar-line indicator NiPdAu
SY88773VMGTR(2, 3) MLF-16 Industrial 773V with Pb-Free
Pb-Free bar-line indicator NiPdAu
Notes:
1. Contact factory for die availability. Dice are guaranteed at TA = 25°C, DC Electricals only.
2. Tape and Reel.
3. Pb-Free package is recommended for new designs.
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Absolute Maximum Ratings(1)
Supply Voltage (VCC) ....................................... 0V to +7.0V
/EN, LOSLVL Voltage ............................................0 to VCC
REF Current ...............................................................±1mA
LOS Current ...............................................................±5mA
DOUT, /DOUT Current.............................................±25mA
DIN, /DIN Current.....................................................±10mA
Storage Temperature (TS) .......................65°C to +150°C
Lead Temperature (soldering, 20 sec.) ................... +260°C
Operating Ratings(2)
Supply Voltage (VCC) ..............................+3.0V to +3.6V or
............................................................ +4.5V to +5.5V
Ambient Temperature (TA).........................40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature (TJ) .......................40°C to +120°C
Package Thermal Resistance(3)
MLF
θJA (Still-Air).....................................................61°C/W
ψJB ................................................................................... 38°C/W
EPAD-MSOP
θJA (Still-Air).....................................................38°C/W
ψJB ................................................................................... 22°C/W
VCC = 3.0V to 3.6V or 4.5V to 5.5V, TA = 40°C to +85°C; typical values at VCC = 3.3V, TA = 25°C.
Symbol Parameter Condition Min Typ Max Units
ICC Power Supply Current 3.3V, Note 4 28 42 mA
5V, Note 4 30 45 mA
Power Supply Current 3.3V, Note 5 45 62 mA
5V, Note 5 47 65 mA
VREF REF Voltage VCC1.3 V
VLOSLVL LOSLVL Voltage Range VREF VCC V
VOH DOUT, /DOUT HIGH Voltage Note 6 VCC0.020 VCC0.005 VCC V
VOL DOUT, /DOUT LOW Voltage 3.3V, Note 6 VCC0.475 VCC0.400 VCC0.350 V
5V, Note 6 VCC0.510 VCC0.400 VCC0.350 V
VOFFSET Differential Output Offset Note 6 ±80 mV
ZOSingle-Ended Output Impedance 40 50 60
VIHCMR Input Common Mode Range Note 7 GND+2.15 VCC V
DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
VCC = 3.0V to 3.6V or 4.5V to 5.5V, TA = 40°C to +85°C.
Symbol Parameter Condition Min Typ Max Units
VOH LOS Output HIGH Level Sourcing 100µA 2.4 VCC V
VOL LOS Output LOW Level Sinking 2mA 0.5 V
VIH /EN Input HIGH Voltage 2.0 V
VIL /EN Input LOW Voltage 0.8 V
IIH /EN Input HIGH Current VIN = 2.7V 20 µA
VIN = VCC 100 µA
IIL /EN Input LOW Current VIN = 0.5V 0.3 mA
Notes:
1. Permanent device damage may occur if Absolute Maximum Ratings are exceeded. This is a stress rating only and functional operation is not implied
at conditions other than those detailed in the operational sections of this data sheet. Exposure to Absolute Maximum Ratlng conditions for extended
periods may affect device reliability.
2. The data sheet limits are not guaranteed if the device is operated beyond the operating ratings.
3. Thermal performance assumes the use of 4-layer PCB. Exposed pad must be soldered (or equivalent) to the device's most negative potential on the
PCB.
4. Excludes current of CML output stage. See Detailed Description.
5. Total device current with no output load.
6. Output levels are based on a 50 to VCC load impedance. If the load impedance is different, the output level will be changed. Amplifier is in limiting
mode.
7. The VIHCMR range is referenced to the most positive side of the differential input signal.
TTL DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
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VCC = 3.0V to 3.6V or 4.5V to 5.5V, TA = 40°C to +85°C, RLOAD = 50 to VCC; typical values at VCC = 3.3V, TA = 25°C.
Symbol Parameter Condition Min Typ Max Units
PSRR Power Supply Rejection Ratio 35 dB
tr,tfOutput Rise/Fall Time Note 8 60 120 ps
(20% to 80%)
tJITTER Deterministic Note 9 15 psPP
Random 5ps
RMS
VID Differential Input Voltage Swing 10 1800 mVPP
VOD Differential Output Voltage Swing 3.3V, Note 8 700 800 950 mVPP
5V, Note 8 700 800 1020 mVPP
HYS LOS Hysteresis Note 10 2 4.6 8 dB
tOFF LOS Release Time 0.1 0.5 µs
tON LOS Assert Time 0.2 0.5 µs
VSR LOS Sensitivity Range Note 11 10 35 mVPP
B3dB 3dB Bandwidth 2.0 GHz
AV(Diff) Differential Voltage Gain 32 38 dB
S21 Single-Ended Small-Signal Gain 26 32 dB
Notes:
8. Amplifier in limiting mode. Input is a 200MHz square wave, tr < 300ps.
9. Deterministic jitter measured using 2.488Gbps K28.5 pattern, VID = 10mVPP. Random jitter measured using 2.488Gbps K28.7 pattern, VID = 10mVPP.
10. Electrical signal.
11. This is the detectable range of input amplitudes that can assert LOS. The input amplitude to de-assert LOS is 28dB higher than the assert
amplitude. See Typical Operating Characteristics for graphs showing how to choose a particular VLOSLVL or RLOSLVL for a particular LOS assert,
and its associated de-assert, amplitude. If increased LOS sensitivity and hysteresis are required, an application note entitled Notes on Sensitivity
and Hysteresis in Micrel Post Amplifiers is available at http://www.micrel.com/product-info/app_hints+notes.shtml.
AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
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SY88773V
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TYPICAL OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS
1
10
100
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2
VID (mVpp)
VCC VLOSLVL (V)
VID to Assert/De-assert LOS
vs. VLOSLVL
1
10
100
0.1 1 10 100
VID (mVpp)
RLOSLVL(k)
VID to Assert/De-assert LOS
vs. RLOSLVL
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5
S21 (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Single-Ended Small-Signal
Gain vs. Frequency
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
-40 -15 10 35 60 85
CURRENT (mA)
TEMPERATURE (°C)
Power Supply Current
vs. Temperature
700
720
740
760
780
800
820
840
860
880
900
-40 -15 10 35 60 85
VOD (mVpp)
TEMPERATURE (°C)
Differential Output Voltage
Swing vs. Temperature
(Amplifier in Limiting Mode)
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
VOD (mVpp)
VID (mVpp)
Differential Output Voltage Swing
vs. Differential Input Voltage Swing
VCC = 3.3V, TA = 25°C, RLOAD = 50 to VCC, unless otherwise stated.
10mVpp Input @3.2Gbps 2311 PRBS
TIME (50ps/div.)
Output Swing
(75mV/div.)
1.8Vpp Input @3.2Gbps 2311 PRBS
TIME (50ps/div.)
Output Swing
(75mV/div.)
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SY88773V
Micrel, Inc.
M9999-110905
hbwhelp@micrel.com or (408) 955-1690
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
The SY88773V low-power, limiting post amplifier operates
from a single +3.3V or +5V power supply, over temperatures
from 40°C to +85°C. Signals with data rates up to 3.2Gbps
and as small as 10mVpp can be amplified. Figure 1 shows
the allowed input voltage swing. The SY88773V generates
an LOS output, providing feedback to /EN for output stability.
LOSLVL sets the sensitivity of the input amplitude detection.
Input Amplifier/Buffer
The SY88773V input is designed for VREF as its nominal
DC bias point. If AC-coupling to the SY88773V, REF can
be used as the DC bias point by externally connecting the
inputs through appropriate termination resistors to REF. If
DC-coupling to the SY88773V, ensure the upstream devices
output swing meets the SY88773Vs common mode range.
Figure 2 shows a simplified schematic of the input structure.
The high-sensitivity of the input amplifier detects and
amplifies signals as small as 10mVpp. The input amplifier
allows input signals as large as 1800mVpp. Input signals
are linearly amplified with a typically 38dB differential voltage
gain. Since it is a limiting amplifier, the SY88773V outputs
typically 800mVpp voltage-limited waveforms for input signals
that are greater than 10mVpp. Applications requiring the
SY88773V to operate with high-gain should have the
upstream TIA placed as close as possible to the SY88773Vs
input pins to ensure the devices best performance.
Output Buffer
The SY88773Vs CML output buffer is designed to drive
50 lines. The output buffer requires appropriate termination
for proper operation. An external 50 resistor to VCC or
equivalent for each output pin provides appropriate output
buffer termination. Figure 3 shows a simplified schematic of
the output structure and includes an appropriate termination
method. Of course, driving a downstream device with a
CML input that is internally terminated with 50 to VCC
eliminates the need for external termination. As noted in
the previous section, the amplifier outputs, typically 800mVpp,
waveforms across 25 total loads. The output buffer, thus,
switches typically 16mA tail-current. Figure 4 shows the
power supply current measurement which excludes the
16mA tail-current.
Loss-of-Signal
The SY88773V incorporates a chatter-free, LOS open-
collector TTL output with internal 4.75k pull-up resistor as
shown in Figure 5. LOS is used to determine that the input
amplitude is too small to be considered a valid input. LOS
asserts high if the input amplitude falls below the threshold
set by LOSLVL and de-asserts low otherwise. LOS can be
fed back to the enable (/EN) input to maintain output stability
under a loss-of-signal condition. /EN de-asserts low the
true output signal without removing the input signals.
Typically, 4.6dB LOS hysteresis is provided to prevent
chattering.
Loss-of-Signal Level Set
A programmable, loss-of-signal level set pin sets the
threshold of the input amplitude detection. Connecting an
external resistor between VCC and LOSLVL sets the voltage
at LOSLVL. This voltage ranges from VCC to VREF. The
external resistor creates a voltage divider between VCC
and REF as shown in Figure 6. If desired, an appropriate
external voltage may be applied rather than using a resistor.
The relationship between VLOSLVL and RLOSLVL is given by:
VVR
R+
LOSLVL CC LOSLVL
LOSLVL
=13 28
..
where voltages are in volts and resistances are in k.
The smaller the external resistor, which implies a smaller
voltage difference from LOSLVL to VCC, the lower the LOS
sensitivity. Hence, larger input amplitude is required to de-
assert LOS. The Typical Operating Characteristics section
contains graphs showing the relationship between the input
amplitude detection sensitivity and VLOSLVL or RLOSLVL.
Hysteresis
The SY88773V provides typically 4.6dB LOS electrical
hysteresis. By definition, a power ratio measured in dB is
10log(power ratio). Power is calculated as V2IN/R for an
electrical signal. Hence, the same ratio can be stated as
20log(voltage ratio). While in linear mode, the electrical
voltage input changes linearly with the optical power and,
hence, the ratios change linearly. Therefore, the optical
hysteresis in dB is half the electrical hysteresis in dB given
in the datasheet. The SY88773V provides typically 2.3dB
LOS optical hysteresis. As the SY88773V is an electrical
device, this datasheet refers to hysteresis in electrical terms.
With 4.6dB LOS hysteresis, a voltage factor of 1.7 is required
to de-assert LOS.
Hysteresis and Sensitivity Improvement
If increased LOS sensitivity and hysteresis are required,
an application note entitled Notes on Sensitivity and
Hysteresis in Micrel Post Amplifiers is available at http://
www.micrel.com/product-info/app_hints+notes.shtml.
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DATA+ 5mV (Min.)
900mV (Max.)
10mV
pp
(Min.)
1800mV
pp
(Max.)
DATA
(DATA+) (DATA)
V
IS
(mV)
V
ID
(mV
pp
)
Figure 1. VIS and VID Definition
GND
VCC
ESD
STRUCTURE
/
DIN
DIN
Figure 2. Input Structure
50
GND
VCC
16mA
/DOUT
AC-Coupling
Capacitors
Z
0
= 50
Z
0
= 50
VCC
5050
50
ESD
STRUCTURE
DOUT 0.1µF
Figure 3. Output Structure
50
GND
16mA
50
VCC
16mA
ICC
ESD
STRUCTURE
Figure 4. Power Supply Current Measurement
LOS
4.75k
V
CC
Figure 5. LOS Output Structure
R
LOSLVL
LOSLVL
VCC
REF
2.8k
Figure 6. LOSLVL Setting Circuit
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SY88773V
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TYPICAL APPLICATIONS CIRCUIT
V
CC
/EN
GND
To
CDR
SY88773V
100k0.1µF
From
Transimpedance
Amp.
DOUT
/DOUT
V
CC
LOSLVL
DIN
/DIN
0.1µF
0.1µF
0.1µF
0.1µF
LOS
5050REF
Part Number Function Data Sheet Link
SY88773V 3.3V/5V 3.2Gbps CML Low-Power, http://www.micrel.com/_PDF/HBW/sy88773v.pdf
Limiting Post Amplifier w/ TTL LOS
SY88823V 3.3V/5V 3.2Gbps CML Low-Power, http://www.micrel.com/_PDF/HBW/sy88823v.pdf
Limiting Post Amplifier w/ TTL SD
SY88843V 3.3V/5V 3.2Gbps CML Low-Power, http://www.micrel.com/_PDF/HBW/sy88843v.pdf
Limiting Post Amplifier w/ TTL SD
SY88973V 3.3V/5V 3.2Gbps CML Low-Power, http://www.micrel.com/_PDF/HBW/sy88973v.pdf
Limiting Post Amplifier w/ TTL LOS
Application Notes Notes on Sensitivity and Hysteresis http://www.micrel.com/product-info/app_hints+notes.shtml
in Micrel Post Amplifiers
RELATED PRODUCT AND SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION
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10 LEAD EPAD-MSOP (K10-2)
Rev.01
+0.05
-0.05
+0.002
-0.002
+0.08
-0.08
+0.003
-0.003
+0.15
-0.15
+0.004
-0.004
+0.008
-0.008
+0.003
-0.003
+0.07
-0.08
+0.003
-0.003
+0.10
-0.10
+0.004
-0.004
+0.15
-0.15
+0.006
-0.006
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16-PIN
Micro
LEADFRAME (MLF-16)
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Package
EP- Exposed Pad
Die
CompSide Island
Heat Dissipation
Heavy Copper Plane
Heavy Copper Plane
V
EE
V
EE
Heat Dissipation
PCB Thermal Consideration for 16-Pin MLF Package
(Always solder, or equivalent, the exposed pad to the PCB)
Package Notes:
1. Package meets Level 2 qualification.
2. All parts are dry-packaged before shipment.
3. Exposed pads must be soldered to a ground for proper thermal management.