General Description

The MAX3784/MAX3784A 5Gbps equalizers provide compensation for transmission-medium losses in up to 40in of FR-4. They are optimized for short-run length and balanced codes such as 8b10b, as found in multiplexed 1.25Gbps Ethernet systems and 4.25Gbps Fibre Channel.

The equalizers use differential CML data inputs and outputs. A standby mode reduces power consumption when the parts are not in use. The MAX3784/MAX3784A are available in a 4mm × 4mm, 16-pin QFN package that consumes only 185mW at +3.3V.

Features

♦ Spans 40in (1m) of FR-4 PCB

♦ 0.18UI Deterministic Jitter Up to 40in

♦ Low Power Consumption: 185mW (MAX3784)

♦ Equalization Reduces Intersymbol Interference

♦ Single +3.3V Supply

♦ Standby Mode

♦ Small 4mm × 4mm, 16-Pin QFN Package

Applications

Chassis Life Extension

4.25Gbps Fibre Channel

4x Multiplexed 1.25Gbps Ethernet (5Gbps)