GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The AD8600 contains 16 independent voltage output digital-to-analog converters that share a common external reference input voltage.

FEATURES

16 Independently Addressable Voltage Outputs

Full-Scale Set by External Reference

2 µs Settling Time

Double Buffered 8-Bit Parallel Input

High Speed Data Load Rate

Data Readback

Operates from Single +5 V

Optional ±6 V Supply Extends Output Range

APPLICATIONS

Phased Array Ultrasound & Sonar

Power Level Setting

Receiver Gain Setting

Automatic Test Equipment

LCD Clock Level Setting