Diodes Incorporated has introduced two new multiplexer/demultiplexer (Mux/DeMux) linear ReDrivers, supporting the 20Gbps DisplayPort ultra-high bit rate (UHBR20) transmission mode. The two devices are the industry’s first ReDrivers to address DisplayPort up to such high data rates. The DIODES PI3DPX20021 is a 2-to-1, 4-lane Mux device, while the DIODES PI3DPX20012 is a 1-to-2, 4-lane DeMux device. Used […]
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Quad port expander simplifies PCB layout for high-speed interfaces
Diodes Incorporated announced the introduction of the PI7C1401 quad port expander. The PI7C1401 is a cost-effective solution to low-speed signal management and I2C aggregation in advanced embedded systems using multiple high-speed interfaces. The PI7C1401 is suitable for any application that features multiple high-speed transceivers, including standard SFP (small form-factor pluggable), dual SFP (DSFP) and quad […]
Bidirectional buffer facilitates hot-swapping of serial busses
Diodes announced the PI6ULS5V9511A I2C/SMBus buffer, which enables hot-swappable line-cards in ‘always-on’ networks, and is available in an assortment of packages. Rack-based systems enable web servers, networks, and telecommunication applications using standards such PCI/cPCI, VME, and AdvancedTCA. These critical systems need to deliver upwards of 99.999% availability, which makes prolonged maintenance and unplanned downtime unacceptable. […]
Teardown: Inside the
Anki Overdrive racecar set
Robotic race cars make clever use of software and infrared optics to follow lines slyly hidden on the track. Leland Teschler, Executive Editor The Overdrive starter kit we analyzed contains sections of track that can go together in various ways and can even include jumps. An interesting feature of the track is that its sections […]
Packet switches automotive-qualified to AEC-Q100 grade
Diodes, Inc. today introduced the PI7C9X2G304SLQ and PI7C9X2G404SLQ at Embedded World 2017, representing the first-ever packet switches to be automotive-qualified to AEC-Q100 grade 3. These PCI Express® (PCIe®) 3‑Port/4‑Lane and 4‑Port/4‑Lane Packet Switches are specifically designed to meet automotive industry requirements, targeting applications in infotainment, telematics and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). These parts feature […]
