ELM304
Example Application
The ELM304 is typically used in a circuit such
as the one shown in Figure 1 below. The type of
application determines the supply used – if an AC
type supply is available, 5V is likely to be the best
choice, but battery operation is also a good
alternative. Typical current drain for this circuit is
only about 10mA at 3V for the bar pattern, and
13mA for the white. At this rate AAA type alkaline
batteries are likely to last about 30hrs while AA
alkalines should provide closer to 100hrs of service.
When testing, keep in mind that the output
voltage varies directly with loading. Resistor
values shown assume a load resistance of 75W
connected to the output, and if this is not present,
levels will be considerably higher than the 1V p-p
that is expected.
As always, good wiring practices should be
followed when wiring this circuit. In this case
ringing on the supply lines, stray capacitance, etc.
are likely to result in visible problems however, so
take a little extra care.
Once the power supply voltage is determined,
the values of the summing resistors are chosen
using Table 1 as a guideline. Depending on the
accuracy desired, some trimming of the values
may be required, but these values are likely to
provide satisfactory levels for most applications.
Finally, the required type of output pattern
should be determined. If it is desirable to be able to
change patterns ‘on the fly’, a switch connected as
shown is likely required, but if only one pattern is
required, the Mode input can be connected directly
to VDD (white) or VSS (bars).
3V
5V
R1
R2
330W
330W
680W
680W
R3
R4
220W
470W
430W
150W
Table 1 Typical Resistor Values
VDD
0.1µF
1
2
3
4
8
7
6
5
R1
R2
R3
3.58MHz
27pF
27pF
75W(unbalanced)
video signal
R4
Mode – switch
closed for bars,
open for white
Figure 1. Typical Circuit Configuration
ELM304DSB
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