The FIN24C µSerDes™ is a low-power Serializer/Deserializer (SerDes) that can help minimize the cost and power of transferring wide signal paths. Through the use of serialization, the number of signals transferred from one point to another can be significantly reduced. Typical reduction is 4:1 to 6:1 for unidirectional paths. For bi-directional operation, using half duplex for multiple sources, it is possible to increase the signal reduction to close to 10:1. Through the use of differential signaling, shielding and EMI filters can also be minimized, further reducing the cost of serialization. The differential signaling is also important for providing a noise-insensitive signal that can withstand radio and electrical noise sources. Major reduction in power consumption allows minimal impact on battery life in ultra-portable applications. A unique word boundary technique assures that the actual word boundary is identified when the data is deserialized. This guarantees that each word is correctly aligned at the deserializer on a word-by-word basis through a unique sequence of clock and data that is not repeated except at the word boundary. A single PLL is adequate for most applications including bi-directional operation.

• Low power for minimum impact on battery life • Multiple power-down modes • AC coupling with DC balance
• 100nA in standby mode 5mA typical operating conditions
• Cable reduction: 25:4 or greater
• Bi-directional operation 50:7 reduction or greater
• Up to 24 bits in either direction
• Up to 20MHz parallel interface operation
• Voltage translation from 1.65V to 3.6V
• Ultra-small and cost-effective packaging
• High ESD protection: >7.5kV HBM
• Parallel I/O power supply (V_DDP) range between 1.65V to 3.6V

• Micro-controller or pixel interfaces
• Image sensors
• Small displays LCD, cell phone, digital camera, portable gaming, printer, PDA, video camera, automotive