PS8219 – Low Power HDMI™ 2.1 Level Shifter/Redriver

The PS8219 is a low power HDMI™ level shifter and redriver.  It supports both AC and DC coupled TMDS™ input signals up to 6.0Gbps and FRL input signals up to 12Gbps. Device operation and configuration, including redriver equalization settings, can be controlled through pin settings or I2C bus. Automatic power down and squelch provide flexible power management.

Key Features

  • Compliant with HDMI 2.1 specification FRL up to 12Gbps
  • Compliant with HDMI 2.0 specification TMDS up to 6Gbps
  • Pin compatible with HDMI 2.1 retimer (PS8419) and HDMI 2.0 redriver (PS8210)
  • Low power consumption
  • AC coupling capable for level shifting
  • DC coupling capable for repeating
  • SCDC interception technology for HDMI repeating
  • Built-in DDC active buffering side-band signals
  • Crystal-free operation – no external reference clock is required
  • Automatic Link Training support – no system level support needed
  • Programmable receiver equalization to compensate for PCB, cable and/or connector losses
  • Automatic power down management
  • Pin control or optional local I2C control
  • 3.3V and 1.1V power supplies
  • 4.5×6.5mm 46-pin QFN RoHS compliant and halogen-free package

Applications

  • Notebook/PC Motherboards
  • Docking Stations
  • TV/Monitor/Projectors
  • Set-top Boxes