SNLS199B September   2005  – January 2019 DS90LT012AH

PRODUCTION DATA.  

  1. 1 Features
  2. 2 Applications
  3. 3 Description
    1.     Device Images
      1.      Connection Diagram
      2.      Functional Diagram
  4. 4 Revision History
  5. 5 Pin Configuration and Functions
    1.     Pin Functions
  6. 6 Specifications
    1. 6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
    2. 6.2 ESD Ratings
    3. 6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions
    4. 6.4 Thermal Information
    5. 6.5 Electrical Characteristics
    6. 6.6 Switching Characteristics
    7. 6.7 Typical Characteristics
  7. 7 Parameter Measurement Information
  8. 8 Detailed Description
    1. 8.1 Overview
    2. 8.2 Functional Block Diagram
    3. 8.3 Feature Description
      1. 8.3.1 Termination
      2. 8.3.2 Threshold
      3. 8.3.3 Fail-Safe Feature
      4. 8.3.4 Probing LVDS Transmission Lines
      5. 8.3.5 Cables and Connectors, General Comments
    4. 8.4 Device Functional Modes
  9. 9 Application and Implementation
    1. 9.1 Application Information
    2. 9.2 Typical Application
      1. 9.2.1 Point-to-Point Communications
        1. 9.2.1.1 Design Requirements
        2. 9.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure
          1. 9.2.1.2.1 Receiver Bypass Capacitance
          2. 9.2.1.2.2 Interconnecting Media
          3. 9.2.1.2.3 PCB Transmission Lines
        3. 9.2.1.3 Application Curve
  10. 10Power Supply Recommendations
    1. 10.1 Power Supply Considerations
  11. 11Layout
    1. 11.1 Layout Guidelines
      1. 11.1.1 Microstrip vs. Stripline Topologies
      2. 11.1.2 Dielectric Type and Board Construction
      3. 11.1.3 Recommended Stack Layout
      4. 11.1.4 Separation Between Traces
      5. 11.1.5 Crosstalk and Ground Bounce Minimization
      6. 11.1.6 Decoupling
    2. 11.2 Layout Example
  12. 12Device and Documentation Support
    1. 12.1 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates
    2. 12.2 Community Resources
    3. 12.3 Trademarks
    4. 12.4 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
    5. 12.5 Glossary
  13. 13Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information

Package Options

Mechanical Data (Package|Pins)
Thermal pad, mechanical data (Package|Pins)
Orderable Information

11.1.4 Separation Between Traces

The separation between traces depends on several factors, but the amount of coupling that can be tolerated usually dictates the actual separation. Low-noise coupling requires close coupling between the differential pair of an LVDS link to benefit from the electromagnetic field cancellation. The traces should be 100-Ω differential and thus coupled in the manner that best fits this requirement. In addition, differential pairs should have the same electrical length to ensure that they are balanced, thus minimizing problems with skew and signal reflection.

In the case of two adjacent single-ended traces, one should use the 3-W rule: the distance between two traces must be greater than two times the width of a single trace, or three times its width measured from trace center to trace center. This increased separation effectively reduces the potential for crosstalk. The same rule should be applied to the separation between adjacent LVDS differential pairs, whether the traces are edge-coupled or broad-side-coupled.

DS90LT012AH lo_3wrsedt_slls373.gifFigure 20. 3-W Rule for Single-Ended and Differential Traces (Top View)

Exercise caution when using autorouters, because they do not always account for all factors affecting crosstalk and signal reflection. For instance, it is best to avoid sharp 90° turns to prevent discontinuities in the signal path. Using successive 45° turns tends to minimize reflections.