SLAAEI4 August   2024 TAC5111-Q1 , TAC5212-Q1 , TAC5311-Q1 , TAC5312-Q1 , TAC5411-Q1 , TAC5412-Q1 , TAD5212-Q1

 

  1.   1
  2.   Abstract
  3.   Trademarks
  4. 1Introduction
  5. 2Signal Processing Chain
  6. 3Distortion Limiter
    1. 3.1 Distortion Limiter Parameters
      1. 3.1.1 Threshold Maximum
      2. 3.1.2 Threshold Minimum
      3. 3.1.3 Inflection Point
      4. 3.1.4 Slope
      5. 3.1.5 Attack Rate
      6. 3.1.6 Release Rate
      7. 3.1.7 Hold Counter
    2. 3.2 Limiter Response
  7. 4Brown-Out Protection
    1. 4.1 Brown-Out Protection Parameters
      1. 4.1.1 Critical Level
      2. 4.1.2 Gain Level
      3. 4.1.3 Attack Rate
      4. 4.1.4 Release Rate
      5. 4.1.5 Hold Counter
    2. 4.2 Brown-Out Protection Response
  8. 5Thermal Foldback
    1. 5.1 Thermal Foldback Parameters
      1. 5.1.1 Temperature Threshold
      2. 5.1.2 Maximum Attenuation Threshold
      3. 5.1.3 Slope
      4. 5.1.4 Attack Coefficient
      5. 5.1.5 Release Coefficient
      6. 5.1.6 Hold Counter
        1. 5.1.6.1 Thermal Foldback Response
  9. 6Example
  10. 7Summary
  11. 8References

7 Summary

Texas Instruments has integrated three features into the TAx5xxx family of devices for audio processing in battery powered applications—Distortion Limiter, Brown-out protection, and Thermal Foldback. The Distortion Limiter dynamically adjusts audio levels based on battery voltage, providing distortion-free sound under fluctuating power conditions.Brown-out protection complements the Distortion Limiter by offering programmable, constant gain attenuation, which allows for customization of the audio quality preservation during low battery states. Finally, Thermal Foldback offers additional protection by adjusting the audio performance based on temperature, preventing overheating and potential damage to the system. Together, these features exemplify a comprehensive approach to balancing audio excellence and power efficiency in battery powered applications.