EL6290C

The EL6290C is a highly integrated laser diode driver designed to sup-port multi-standard writable optical drives. It accomplishes this by incorporating a waveform generator wherein the diode currents and timing details can be programmed before operation. The data input cir-cuitry inspects the NRZ serial data waveform and generates programmed waveforms in recognition of 3, 4, 5, or 6 or more clock periods of space changing to 3, 4, 5, or 6 or more clock periods of mark, and vice versa.

This programmable architecture EL6290C allows reprogramming of the timers to support different media, DVD or CD standards, and different speeds. The programming is accomplished through a serial interface port. Two outputs are provided to support dual-laser multi-standard optical heads.

The EL6290C operates on a 5V supply, but has a separate logical interface supply for 3.3V interface operation.

The EL6290C is availiable in a 24-lead QSOP, or in a 32-lead QFN package for improved thermal performance and reduced board area usage.