January 5, 2012
LM48901
Quad Class D Spatial Array
General Description
Features
The LM48901 is a quad Class D amplifier that utilizes Texas
Instruments’ proprietary spatial sound processor to create an
enhanced sound stage for portable multimedia devices. The
Class D output stages feature Texas Instruments’ edge rate
control (ERC) PWM architecture that significantly reduces RF
emissions while preserving audio quality and efficiency.
The LM48901’s flexible I2S interface is compatible with stan-
dard serial audio interfaces. A stereo differential-input ADC
gives the device the ability to process analog stereo audio
signals.
The LM48901 is configured through an I2C compatible inter-
face and is capable of delivering 2.8W/channel of continuous
output power into an 4Ω load with less than 10% THD+N. A
2.1 mode pairs two output drivers in parallel, increasing cur-
rent drive for 4Ω loads.
Output short circuit and thermal overload protection prevent
the device from being damaged during fault conditions. Su-
perior click and pop suppression eliminates audible transients
on power-up/down and during shutdown. The LM48901 is
available in space saving microSMD and LLP packages.
Spatial Sound Processing
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I2S Compatible Input
Differential-Input Stereo ADC
Edge Rate Control Reduces EMI while Preserving Audio
Quality and Efficiency
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Paralleled Output Mode
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Short Circuit and Thermal Overload Protection
Minimum external components
Click and Pop suppression
Micro-power shutdown
Available in space-saving micro SMD and LLP packages
Applications
Laptops
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Tablets
Desktop Computers
Sound Bars
Multimedia Devices
MP3 Player Accessories
Key Specifications
Docking Stations
■ꢀSNR (A-Weighted)
■ꢀOutput Power/channel, PVDD = 5V
RL = 8Ω, THD+N ≤10%
RL = 4Ω, THD+N ≤10%
■ꢀTHD+N
■ꢀEfficiency/Channel
■ꢀPSRR at 217Hz
■ꢀShutdown current
87dBA (typ)
1.7W (typ)
2.8W (typ)
0.06% (typ)
89% (typ)
71dB (typ)
1μA (typ)
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