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SLES236A – NOVEMBER 2008 – REVISED DECEMBER 2010
TRIPLE 10-BIT 180-MSPS GRAPHICS AND VIDEO DAC
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FEATURES
APPLICATIONS
Graphics and Video Generation
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Triple 10-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converters
(DACs)
High-Resolution Image Processing
Generic Triple D/A Converter
180-MSPS Operation
Direct Drive of Double-Terminated 75-
Load
Into Standard Video Levels
Bi-Level Sync and Blank Level Generation
Internal Voltage Reference
Low-Power Operation From 3.3-V Analog and
1.8-V Digital Supply Levels
1.8-V Compatible Inputs
Qualified for Automotive Applications
(AEC-Q100 Rev G – THS8136IPHPQ1,
THS8136IPHPRQ1)
DESCRIPTION
The THS8136 is a general-purpose triple high-speed digital-to-analog (D/A) converter optimized for use in
video/graphics applications. The device operates from 3.3-V analog and 1.8-V digital supplies with D/A converter
performance assured at sampling rates up to 180 MHz. The THS8136 consists of three 10-bit D/A converters
and additional circuitry for bi-level sync and blanking level generation. The current-steering DACs have been
specifically designed to produce standard video output levels when directly connected to a single-ended
double-terminated 75-
coaxial cable.
By providing a dc offset in sync insertion mode, the THS8136 can generate a bi-level sync on the AG DAC
output without sacrificing DAC resolution. Support is also provided for insertion of RGB or YPbPr reference or
blanking levels, irrespective of the the DAC input codes. A generic DAC mode is provided for applications not
requiring sync generation. All digital inputs are 1.8-V compatible.
ORDERING INFORMATION(1)
PACKAGED DEVICES(2)
TA
PACKAGE OPTION
PowerPAD TQFP-48 – PHP
THS8136PHP
Tray
0°C to 70°C
THS8136PHPR
Tape and reel
THS8136IPHP
Tray
THS8136IPHPR
Tape and reel
–40°C to 85°C
THS8136IPHPQ1(3)
Tray
THS8136IPHPRQ1(3)
Tape and reel
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For the most current package and ordering information, see the Package Option Addendum at the end of this document, or see the TI
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(3)
AEC-Q100 Rev G certified
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Please be aware that an important notice concerning availability, standard warranty, and use in critical applications of Texas
Instruments semiconductor products and disclaimers thereto appears at the end of this data sheet.
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PowerPAD is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Copyright 2008–2010, Texas Instruments Incorporated
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the Texas
Instruments standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.