DS3691
April 24, 2012
(RS-422/RS-423) Line Drivers with TRI-STATE® Outputs
General Description
The DS3691 is a low power Schottky TTL line driver designed
to meet the requirements of EIA standards RS-422 and
RS-423. It features 4 buffered outputs with high source and
sink current capability with internal short circuit protection. A
mode control input provides a choice of operation either as 4
single-ended line drivers or 2 differential line drivers. A rise
time control pin allows the use of an external capacitor to slow
the rise time for suppression of near end crosstalk to other
receivers in the cable. Rise time capacitors are primarily in-
tended for waveshaping output signals in the single-ended
driver mode. Multipoint applications in differential mode with
waveshaping capacitors is not allowed.
With the mode select pin low, the DS3691 are dual-differential
line drivers with TRI-STATE outputs. They feature ±10V out-
put common-mode range in TRI-STATE mode and 0V output
unbalance when operated with ±5V supply.
Features
Dual RS-422 line driver with mode pin low, or quad RS-423
line driver with mode pin high
TRI-STATE outputs in RS-422 mode
Short circuit protection for both source and sink outputs
Outputs will not clamp line with power off or in TRI-STATE
100Ω transmission line drive capability
Low ICC and IEE power consumption
RS-422: ICC = 9 mA/driver typ
RS-423: ICC = 4.5 mA/driver typ:
I EE = 2.5 mA/driver typ
Low current PNP inputs compatible with TTL, MOS and
CMOS
Pin compatible with AM26LS30
Connection Diagrams
With Mode Select LOW
(RS-422 Connection)
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With Mode Select HIGH
(RS-423 Connection)
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Top View
Ordering Information
Order Number, Flow Package Type Package Number Delivery Method, Quantity
DS3691M/NOPB SO Package M16A Rail, 48
DS3691MX/NOPB SO Package M16A Reel, 2500
All DS1691A, DS3691N versions are OBSOLETE and are no longer offered. See Website for current
Ordering Information.
TRI-STATE® is a registered trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation.
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DS3691 (RS-422/RS-423) Line Drivers with TRI-STATE Outputs
Absolute Maximum Ratings (Note 2)
If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required,
please contact the Texas Instruments Sales Office/
Distributors for availability and specifications.
Supply Voltage
VCC 7V
VEE −7V
Maximum Power Dissipation (Note 1) at 25°C
SO Package 1051 mW
Input Voltage 15V
Output Voltage (Power OFF) ±15V
Storage Temperature −65°C to + 150°C
Lead Temperature
(Soldering, 4 seconds) 260°C
Operating Conditions
Min Max Units
Supply Voltage
VCC 4.75 5.25 V
VEE −4.75 −5.25 V
Temperature (TA) 0 +70 °C
Note 1: Derate SO package 8.41 mW/°C above 25°C.
DC Electrical Characteristics (Note 3, Note 4, Note 5, Note 6)
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
RS-422 CONNECTION, VEE CONNECTION TO GROUND, MODE SELECT 0.8V
VIH High Level Input Voltage 2 V
VIL Low Level Input Voltage 0.8 V
IIH High Level Input Current VIN = 2.4V 1 40 μA
VIN 15V 10 100 μA
IIL Low Level Input Current VIN = 0.4V −30 −200 μA
VIInput Clamp Voltage I IN = −12 mA −1.5 V
VODifferential Output Voltage RL = VIN = 2V 3.6 6.0 V
VOVA,B VIN = 0.8V −3.6 −6.0 V
VTDifferential Output Voltage RL = 100Ω VIN = 2V 2 2.4 V
VTVA,B VCC 4.75V VIN = 0.8V −2 −2.4 V
VOS, VOS Common-Mode Offset RL = 100Ω 2.5 3 V
Voltage
|VT| − | VT | Difference in Differential RL = 100Ω 0.05 0.4 V
Output Voltage
|VOS| − | VOS | Difference in Common- RL = 100Ω 0.05 0.4 V
Mode Offset Voltage
VSS |VT − VT | R L = 100Ω, VCC 4.75V 4.0 4.8 V
VCMR Output Voltage Common- VDISABLE = 2.4V ±10 V
Mode Range
IXA Output Leakage Current VCC = 0V VCMR = 10V 100 μA
IXB Power OFF VCMR = −10V −100 μA
IOX TRI-STATE Output Current VCC = Max VCMR 10V 100 μA
VEE = 0V and −5V VCMR −10V −100 μA
ISA Output Short Circuit Current VIN = 0.4V VOA = 6V 80 150 mA
VOB = 0V −80 −150 mA
ISB Output Short Circuit Current VIN = 2.4V VOA = 0V −80 −150 mA
VOB = 6V 80 150 mA
ICC Supply Current 18 30 mA
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AC Electrical Characteristics (Note 6)
TA = 25°C
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
RS-422 CONNECTION, VCC = 5V, MODE SELECT = 0.8V
trOutput Rise Time RL = 100Ω, CL = 500 pF (Figure 1 ) 120 200 ns
tfOutput Fall Time RL = 100Ω, CL = 500 pF (Figure 1 ) 120 200 ns
tPDH Output Propagation Delay RL = 100Ω, CL = 500 pF (Figure 1 ) 120 200 ns
tPDL Output Propagation Delay RL = 100Ω, CL = 500 pF (Figure 1 ) 120 200 ns
tPZL TRI-STATE Delay RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 pF (Figure 4 ) 250 350 ns
tPZH TRI-STATE Delay RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 pF (Figure 4 ) 180 300 ns
tPLZ TRI-STATE Delay RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 pF (Figure 4 ) 180 300 ns
tPHZ TRI-STATE Delay RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 pF (Figure 4 ) 250 350 ns
DC Electrical Characteristics (Note 3, Note 4, Note 5, Note 6)
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
RS-423 CONNECTION, |VCC| = |V EE|, MODE SELECT 2V
VIH High Level Input Voltage 2 V
VIL Low Level Input Voltage 0.8 V
IIH High Level Input Current VIN = 2.4V 1 40 μA
VIN 15V 10 100 μA
IIL Low Level Input Current VIN = 0.4V −30 −200 μA
VIInput Clamp Voltage IIN = −12 mA −1.5 V
VOOutput Voltage RL = , (Note 7)VIN = 2V 4.0 4.4 6.0 V
VO VCC 4.75V VIN = 0.4V −4.0 −4.4 −6.0 V
VTOutput Voltage RL = 450Ω VIN = 2.4V 3.6 4.1 V
VT VCC 4.75V VIN = 0.4V −3.6 −4.1 V
|VT| − | VT | Output Unbalance |V CC| = |VEE| = 4.75V, R L = 450Ω 0.02 0.4 V
IX+Output Leakage Power OFF VCC = V EE = 0V VO = 6V 2 100 μA
IXOutput Leakage Power OFF VCC = V EE = 0V VO = −6V −2 −100 μA
IS+Output Short Circuit Current VO = 0V VIN = 2.4V −80 −150 mA
ISOutput Short Circuit Current VO = 0V VIN = 0.4V 80 150 mA
ISLEW Slew Control Current ±140 μA
ICC Positive Supply Current V IN = 0.4V, RL = 18 30 mA
IEE Negative Supply Current V IN = 0.4V, RL = −10 −22 mA
Note 2: Absolute Maximum Ratings” are those values beyond which the safety of the device cannot be guaranteed. They are not meant to imply that the devices
should be operated at these limits. The tables of “Electrical Characteristics” provide conditions for actual device operation.
Note 3: Unless otherwise specified, min/max limits apply across the −55°C to +125°C temperature range for the DS1691A and across the 0°C to +70°C range
for the DS3691. All typicals are given for V CC = 5V and TA = 25°C. VCC and VEE as listed in operating conditions.
Note 4: All currents into device pins are positive; all currents out of device pins are negative. All voltages are referenced to ground unless otherwise specified.
Note 5: Only one output at a time should be shorted.
Note 6: Symbols and definitions correspond to EIA RS-422 and/or RS-423 where applicable.
Note 7: At −55°C, the output voltage is +3.9V minimum and −3.9V minimum.
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AC Electrical Characteristics (Note 6)
TA = 25°C
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
RS-423 CONNECTION, VCC = 5V, VEE −5V, MODE SELECT = 2.4V
trRise Time RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 (Figure 2 ) 120 300 ns
tfFall Time RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 (Figure 2 ) 120 300 ns
trRise Time RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF CC = 50 pF (Figure 3 ) 3.0 μs
tfFall Time RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF CC = 50 pF (Figure 3 ) 3.0 μs
trc Rise Time Coefficient RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 50 pF (Figure 3 ) 0.06 μs/pF
tPDH Output Propagation Delay RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 (Figure 2 ) 180 300 ns
tPDL Output Propagation Delay RL = 450Ω, CL = 500 pF, CC = 0 (Figure 2 ) 180 300 ns
AC Test Circuits and Switching Time Waveforms
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FIGURE 1. Differential Connection
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FIGURE 2. RS-423 Connection
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FIGURE 3. Rise Time Control for RS-423
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FIGURE 4. TRI-STATE Delays
Switching Waveforms
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FIGURE 5. Typical Output Voltage
Truth Table
Operation Inputs Outputs
Mode A (D) B (C) A (D) B (C)
RS-422 0 0 0 0 1
0 0 1 TRI-STATE TRI-STATE
0 1 0 1 0
0 1 1 TRI-STATE TRI-STATE
RS-423 1 0 0 0 0
1 0 1 0 1
1 1 0 1 0
1 1 1 1 1
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Typical Application Information
Fully Loaded RS-422 Interface
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RS-422 Point to Point Application
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Fully Loaded RS-423 Interface
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Differential Application with Rise Time Control
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*Note: Controlled edge allows longer stub lengths. Multiple Drivers are NOT allowed.
Dual RS-423 Inverting Driver
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Typical Rise Time Control Characteristics
(RS-423 Mode)
Rise Time vs External Capacitor
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Physical Dimensions inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted
SO Package (M)
Order Number DS3691M
NS Package Number M16A
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Notes
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