[VIA Technologies Incorporated]

Description

VIA Technologies’ VT1616TM 20-bit ∑∆ audio codec conforms to the AC’97 2.2 and S/PDIF Output specifications. The VT1616 integrates Sample Rate Converters on all channels andcan be adjusted in 1Hz increments. There is a provision in hardware for down-mixing the 6 channels into stereo when only two endpoints are available. The analog mixer circuitry integrates a stereo enhancement to provide a pleasing 3D surround sound effect for stereo media. This codec is designed with aggressive power management to achieve low power consumption. When usedwith a 3.3V analog supply, power consumption is further reduced. The primary applications for this part are desktop and portable personal computers multimedia subsystems. However, it is suitable for any system requiring 6-channel audio output for home theater systems at competitive prices.

Features

• AC’97 2.2 compliant codec

• 20-bit, stereo ADC and6-channel stereo DACs

• 1 Hz resolution VSR on all channels

• IntegratedIEC958 line driver for S/PDIF output

• S/PDIF compressed digital or LPCM audio out

• Hardware downmix option to 2 channels

• ADC DC removal for removing recording white noise

• 4-bit 3D stereo expansion for simulatedsurround

• 4 stereo, 2 mono analog line-level inputs

• Secondline-level output with volume control

• External Audio Amplifier Control

• Low Power consumption mode

• Exceeds Microsoft® WHQL logo requirements

• 3.3V digital, 3.3 or 5V analog power supply

• 48-pin LQFP small footprint package