Data Sheet
MAX21610
16-Channel Automotive Local-Dimming Backlight Driver with SPI Interface
General Description
Benefits and Features
● High Integration
The MAX21610 is a 16-channel modular backlight driver for
use with automotive displays. The integrated current outputs
can sink up to 100mA LED current, each depending on the
ambient temperature. Device power comes from an external
3.3V or 5V supply, while the LED current-sink outputs can
operate at up to 17V.
• Complete 16-Channel Solution with Independent
Dimming and Daisy-Chain Option
• SPI Control for Minimum Parts Count
● Robust and Low EMI
• Programmable Spread Spectrum On Outputs
• Slew-Rate Controlled Switching On LED Outputs
• Programmable Phase Shift Between Outputs
A feedback output pin (FB) is provided to control an external
DC-DC converter so that voltage headroom can be optimized
and the overall system power dissipation reduced.
● Relative Dimming Ratio Between Strings Up to32768:1
● Latch Input (RST_LAT) for Synchronization to Video
Frame
● FB Output to Control External Power Supply for
Minimum System Power Dissipation
● 1% Accurate Output Current
The global LED current for all strings is set through a serial
peripheral interface (SPI), with individual PWM settings for
each of the channels. The PWM frequency can be determined
using the internal oscillator or by synchronizing to the external
CLKIO input.
● Complete Diagnostics
The device features a high-speed SPI interface for control.
Up to 10 devices can be daisy-chained to reduce connection
complexity.
• LED Open/Short Detection and Protection
• Power Supply Overvoltage Protection
• Thermal Warning
The MAX21610 is available in a TQFN package and operates
in the -40 to 125°C temperature range.
• Thermal Shutdown
● Compact 32-Pin TQFN 5mm x 5mm Package
Applications
● Infotainment Displays
● Central Information Displays
● Instrument Clusters
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