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LM4917 Boomer™ Audio Power Amplifier Series Ground-Referenced, 95mW Stereo
Headphone Amplifier
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FEATURES
DESCRIPTION
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The LM4917 is a stereo, output capacitor-less
headphone amplifier capable of delivering 95mW of
continuous average power into a 16Ω load with less
than 1% THD+N from a single 3V power supply.
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Ground Referenced Outputs
High PSRR
Available in Space-Saving TSSOP Package
Ultra Low Current Shutdown Mode
Improved Pop and Click Circuitry eliminates
Noises During Turn-On and Turn-Off
Transitions
1.4 – 3.6V Operation
No Output Coupling Capacitors, Snubber
Networks, Bootstrap Capacitors
Shutdown Either Channel Independently
APPLICATIONS
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Notebook PCs
Desktop PCs
Mobile Phone
PDAs
Portable Electronic Devices
The LM4917 provides high quality audio reproduction
with minimal external components. A ground
referenced output eliminates the output coupling
capacitors typically required by single-ended loads,
reducing component count, cost and board space
consumption. This makes the LM4917 ideal for
mobile phones and other portable equipment where
board space is at a premium. Eliminating the output
coupling capacitors also improves low frequency
response.
The LM4917 operates from a single 1.4V to 3.6V
power supply, features low 0.02% THD+N and 70dB
PSRR. Independent right/left channel low-power
shutdown controls provide power saving flexibility for
mono/stereo applications. Superior click and pop
suppression eliminates audible transients during start
up and shutdown. Short circuit and thermal overload
protection protects the device during fault conditions.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
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Improved PSRR at 1kHz: 70dB (Typ)
Power Output at VDD = 3V, RL = 16Ω, THD ≦
1%: 95mW (Typ)
Shutdown Current: 0.01µA (Typ)
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Texas Instruments semiconductor products and disclaimers thereto appears at the end of this data sheet.
Boomer is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the Texas
Instruments standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.
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Block Diagram
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9
10
-
8
+
1
Shutdown
Control
12
Click/Pop
Suppression
3
Charge
Pump
+
5
11
13
6
7
4
14
Figure 1. Circuit Block Diagram
Typical Application
20 k:
CPVDD
Rf
+
C3
Ci
20 k:
C4
0.1 PF
2
9
0.39 PF
+
4.7 PF
10
-
8
Ri
+
SD_LC
1
VIN1
Shutdown
Control
Headphone
Jack
SD_RC
12
Click/Pop
Suppression
C1
2.2 PF
0.39 PF
+
Ci
20 k:
3
Charge
Pump
+
5
11
Ri
13
6
VIN2
2.2 PF
7
4
14
C2
20 k:
Rf
Figure 2. Typical Audio Amplifier Application Circuit
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SD_LC
CPVDD
CCP+
PGND
CCPVCP_OUT
-AVDD
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2
13
3
12
4
11
5
10
6
9
7
8
SGND
R_IN
SD_RC
R_OUT
L_IN
AVDD
L_OUT
TSSOP Package
Top View
See Package Number PW
SD_LC
SGND
CPVDD
R_IN
CCP+
PGND
SD_RC
R_OUT
CCP-
L_IN
VCP_OUT
AVDD
-AVDD
L_OUT
WSON Package
Top View
See Package Number NHK0014A
PIN DESCRIPTIONS
Pin
Name
Function
1
SD_LC
Active_Low Shutdown, Left Channel
2
CPVDD
Charge Pump Power Supply
3
CCP+
Positive Terminal-Charge Pump Flying Capacitor
4
PGND
Power Ground
5
CCP-
Negative Terminal- Charge Pump Flying Capacitor
6
VCP_OUT
Charge Pump Output
7
-AVDD
Negative Power Supply-Amplifier
8
L_OUT
Left Channel Output
9
AVDD
Positive Power Supply-Amplifier
10
L_IN
Left Channel Input
11
R_OUT
Right Channel Output
12
SD_RC
Active_Low Shutdown, Right Channel
13
R_IN
Right Channel Input
14
SGND
Signal Ground
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This integrated circuit can be damaged by ESD. Texas Instruments recommends that all integrated circuits be handled with
appropriate precautions. Failure to observe proper handling and installation procedures can cause damage.
ESD damage can range from subtle performance degradation to complete device failure. Precision integrated circuits may be more
susceptible to damage because very small parametric changes could cause the device not to meet its published specifications.
Absolute Maximum Ratings (1)
Supply Voltage
4.0V
−65°C to +150°C
Storage Temperature
Input Voltage
-0.3V to VDD + 0.3V
Power Dissipation (2)
Internally Limited
ESD Susceptibility (3)
2000V
ESD Susceptibility
(4)
200V
Junction Temperature
Thermal Resistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
150°C
θJC (TSSOP)
40°C/W
θJA (TSSOP)
109°C/W
Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage to the device may occur. Operating Ratings indicate conditions for
which the device is functional but do not specify performance limits. Electrical Characteristics state DC and AC electrical specifications
under particular test conditions that ensure specific performance limits. This assumes that the device is within the Operating Ratings.
Specifications are not ensured for parameters where no limit is given; however, the typical value is a good indication of device
performance.
The maximum power dissipation must be derated at elevated temperatures and is dictated by TJMAX, θJA, and the ambient temperature,
TA. The maximum allowable power dissipation is PDMAX = (TJMAX - TA) / θJA or the number given in Absolute Maximum Ratings,
whichever is lower. For the LM4917, see power de-rating currents for more information.
Human body model, 100pF discharged through a 1.5kΩ resistor.
Machine Model, 220pF-240pF discharged through all pins.
Operating Ratings
Temperature Range
(1)
4
TMIN ≤ TA ≤ TMAX
Supply Voltage (VDD) (1)
−40°C ≤ TA ≤ 85°C
1.4V ≤ VCC ≤ 3.6V
If the product is in shutdown mode and VDD exceeds 3.6V (to a max of 4V VDD) then most of the excess current will flow through the
ESD protection circuits. If the source impedance limits the current to a max of 10mA, then the part will be protected. If the part is
enabled when VDD is above 4V circuit performance will be curtailed or the part may be permanently damaged.
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Electrical Characteristics VDD = 3V (1)
The following specifications apply for VDD = 3V, AV = 1, and 16Ω load unless otherwise specified. Limits apply to TA = 25°C.
Symbol
Parameter
IDD
LM4917
Conditions
Quiescent Power Supply Current
Limit (3) (4)
Units
(Limits)
20
mA (max)
0.01
1
µA (max)
Typ
(2)
VIN = 0V, IO = 0A, both channels enabled
11
VIN = 0V, IO = 0A, one channel enabled
9
mA
ISD
Shutdown Current
VSD_LC = VSD_RC = GND
VOS
Output Offset Voltage
RL = 32Ω
1
10
mV (max)
PO
Output Power
THD+N = 1% (max); f = 1kHz, RL = 16Ω
95
50
mW (min)
THD+N = 1% (max); f = 1kHz, RL = 32Ω
82
mW
0.02
%
70
55
dB
THD+N
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
PO = 50mW, f = 1kHz, RL = 32Ω
(A-weighted) single channel
PSRR
Power Supply Rejection Ratio
VRIPPLE = 200mV sine p-p,
f = 1kHz
f = 20kHz
SNR
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
RL = 32Ω, POUT = 20mW, f = 1kHz
100
dB
V (min)
VIH
Shutdown Input Voltage High
VIH =
0.7*CPVDD
VIL
Shutdown Input Voltage Low
VIL =
0.3*CPVDD
V (max)
TWU
Wake Up Time From Shutdown
339
µs (max)
XTALK
Crosstalk
70
dB
IL
Input Leakage Current
±0.1
nA
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
RL = 16Ω, PO = 1.6mW, f = 1kHz
All voltages are measured with respect to the GND pin unless otherwise specified.
Typicals are measured at 25°C and represent the parametric norm.
Limits are specifed to Texas Instruments' AOQL (Average Outgoing Quality Level).
Datasheet min/max specification limits are specified by design, test, or statistical analysis.
External Components Description
(See Figure 1)
Components
Functional Description
1.
Ri
Inverting input resistance which sets the closed-loop gain in conjunction with Rf. This resistor also forms a high-pass
filter with Ci at fc = 1 / (2πRiCi).
2.
Ci
Input coupling capacitor which blocks the DC voltage at the amplifier's input terminals. Also creates a high-pass filter
with Ri at fc = 1 / (2πRiCi). Refer to the section Proper Selection of External Components, for an explanation of
how to determine the value of Ci.
3.
Rf
Feedback resistance which sets the closed-loop gain in conjunction with Ri.
4.
C1
Flying capacitor. Low ESR ceramic capacitor (≤100mΩ)
5.
C2
Output capacitor. Low ESR ceramic capacitor (≤100mΩ)
6.
C3
Tantalum capacitor. Supply bypass capacitor which provides power supply filtering. Refer to the POWER SUPPLY
BYPASSING section for information concerning proper placement and selection of the supply bypass capacitor.
7.
C4
Ceramic capacitor. Supply bypass capacitor which provides power supply filtering. Refer to the POWER SUPPLY
BYPASSING section for information concerning proper placement and selection of the supply bypass capacitor.
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Typical Performance Characteristics
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THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 1.4V, RL = 32Ω, PO = 1mW
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 16Ω, PO = 5mW
Figure 3.
Figure 4.
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 32Ω, PO = 5mW
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 32Ω, PO = 10mW
Figure 5.
Figure 6.
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 16Ω, PO = 10mW
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 16Ω, PO = 25mW
Figure 7.
Figure 8.
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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 16Ω, PO = 50mW
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 32Ω, PO = 5mW
Figure 9.
Figure 10.
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 32Ω, PO = 10mW
THD+N vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 32Ω, PO = 25mW
Figure 11.
Figure 12.
Gain Flatness vs Frequency
RIN = 20kΩ, CIN = 0.39µF
Output Power vs Supply Voltage
RL = 16Ω
Figure 13.
Figure 14.
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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)
Output Power vs Supply Voltage
RL = 32Ω
PSRR vs Frequency
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 16Ω
180
OUTPUT POWER (mW)
160
140
10% THD+N
120
1% THD+N
100
80
60
40
20
0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
SUPPLY VOLTAGE (V)
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Figure 15.
Figure 16.
PSRR vs Frequency
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 32Ω
PSRR vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 16Ω
Figure 17.
Figure 18.
PSRR vs Frequency
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 32Ω
THD+N vs Output Power
VDD = 1.4V, RL = 32Ω, f = 1kHz
Figure 19.
Figure 20.
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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)
THD+N vs Output Power
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 16Ω, f = 1kHz
THD+N vs Output Power
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 32Ω, f = 1kHz
Figure 21.
Figure 22.
THD+N vs Output Power
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 16Ω, f = 1kHz
THD+N vs Output Power
VDD = 3.0V, RL = 32Ω, f = 1kHz
Figure 23.
Figure 24.
Power Dissipation vs Output Power
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 16Ω
Power Dissipation vs Output Power
VDD = 1.8V, RL = 32Ω
Figure 25.
Figure 26.
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Typical Performance Characteristics (continued)
Power Dissipation vs Output Power
VDD = 3V, RL = 16Ω
Power Dissipation vs Output Power
VDD = 3V, RL = 32Ω
Figure 27.
Figure 28.
Supply Current vs Supply Voltage
Figure 29.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
ELIMINATING THE OUTPUT COUPLING CAPACITOR
The LM4917 features a low noise inverting charge pump that generates an internal negative supply voltage. This
allows the outputs of the LM4917 to be biased about GND instead of a nominal DC voltage, like traditional
headphone amplifiers. Because there is no DC component, the large DC blocking capacitors (typically 220µF)
are not necessary. The coupling capacitors are replaced by two, small ceramic charge pump capacitors, saving
board space and cost.
Eliminating the output coupling capacitors also improves low frequency response. The headphone impedance
and the output capacitor form a high pass filter that not only blocks the DC component of the output, but also
attenuates low frequencies, impacting the bass response. Because the LM4917 does not require the output
coupling capacitors, the low frequency response of the device is not degraded by external components.
In addition to eliminating the output coupling capacitors, the ground referenced output nearly doubles the
available dynamic range of the LM4917 when compared to a traditional headphone amplifier operating from the
same supply voltage.
OUTPUT TRANSIENT ('CLICK AND POPS') ELIMINATED
The LM4917 contains advanced circuitry that virtually eliminates output transients ('clicks and pops'). This
circuitry prevents all traces of transients when the supply voltage is first applied or when the part resumes
operation after coming out of shutdown mode.
To ensure optimal click and pop performance under low gain configurations (less than 0dB), it is critical to
minimize the RC combination of the feedback resistor RF and stray input capacitance at the amplifier inputs. A
more reliable way to lower gain or reduce power delivered to the load is to place a current limiting resistor in
series with the load as explained in the Minimizing Output Noise / Reducing Output Power section.
AMPLIFIER CONFIGURATION EXPLANATION
As shown in Figure 2, the LM4917 has two operational amplifiers internally. The two amplifiers have externally
configurable gain, and the closed loop gain is set by selecting the ratio of Rf to Ri. Consequently, the gain for
each channel of the IC is
AV = -(Rf / Ri)
(1)
Since this an output ground-referenced amplifier, by driving the headphone through ROUT (Pin 11) and LOUT (Pin
8), the LM4917 does not require output coupling capacitors. The typical single-ended amplifier configuration
where one side of the load is connected to ground requires large, expensive output capacitors.
POWER DISSIPATION
Power dissipation is a major concern when using any power amplifier and must be thoroughly understood to
ensure a successful design. Equation 2 states the maximum power dissipation point for a single-ended amplifier
operating at a given supply voltage and driving a specified output load.
PDMAX = (VDD) 2 / (2π2RL)
(2)
Since the LM4917 has two operational amplifiers in one package, the maximum internal power dissipation point
is twice that of the number which results from Equation 2. Even with the large internal power dissipation, the
LM4917 does not require heat sinking over a large range of ambient temperature. From Equation 2, assuming a
3V power supply and a 16Ω load, the maximum power dissipation point is 28mW per amplifier. Thus the
maximum package dissipation point is 56mW. The maximum power dissipation point obtained must not be
greater than the power dissipation that results from Equation 3:
PDMAX = (TJMAX - TA) / (θJA)
(3)
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For package TSSOP, θJA = 109°C/W. TJMAX = 150°C for the LM4917. Depending on the ambient temperature,
TA, of the system surroundings, Equation 3 can be used to find the maximum internal power dissipation
supported by the IC packaging. If the result of Equation 2 is greater than that of Equation 3, then either the
supply voltage must be decreased, the load impedance increased or TA reduced. For the typical application of a
3V power supply, with a 16Ω load, the maximum ambient temperature possible without violating the maximum
junction temperature is approximately 119.9°C provided that device operation is around the maximum power
dissipation point. Power dissipation is a function of output power and thus, if typical operation is not around the
maximum power dissipation point, the ambient temperature may be increased accordingly. Refer to the Typical
Performance Characteristics curves for power dissipation information for lower output powers.
POWER SUPPLY BYPASSING
As with any power amplifier, proper supply bypassing is critical for low noise performance and high power supply
rejection. Applications that employ a 3V power supply typically use a 4.7µF in parallel with a 0.1µF ceramic filter
capacitors to stabilize the power supply's output, reduce noise on the supply line, and improve the supply's
transient response. However, their presence does not eliminate the need for a local 0.1µF supply bypass
capacitor, CS, connected between the LM4917's supply pins and ground. Keep the length of leads and traces
that connect capacitors between the LM4917's power supply pin and ground as short as possible.
MICRO POWER SHUTDOWN
The voltage applied to the SD_LC (shutdown left channel) pin and the SD_RC (shutdown right channel) pin
controls the LM4917’s shutdown function. When active, the LM4917’s micropower shutdown feature turns off the
amplifiers’ bias circuitry, reducing the supply current. The trigger point is 0.3*CPVDD for a logic-low level, and 0.7
x CPVDD for logic-high level. The low 0.01µA(typ) shutdown current is achieved by appling a voltage that is as
near as ground a possible to the SD_LC/SD_RC pins. A voltage that is higher than ground may increase the
shutdown current.
There are a few ways to control the micro-power shutdown. These include using a single-pole, single-throw
switch, a microprocessor, or a microcontroller. When using a switch, connect an external 100kΩ pull-up resistor
between the SD_LC/SD_RC pins and VDD. Connect the switch between the SD_LC/SD_RC pins and ground.
Select normal amplifier operation by opening the switch. Closing the switch connects the SD_LC/SD_RC pins to
ground, activating micro-power shutdown. The switch and resistor ensure that the SD_LC/SD_RC pins will not
float. This prevents unwanted state changes. In a system with a microprocessor or microcontroller, use a digital
output to apply the control voltage to the SD_LC/SD_RC pins. Driving the SD_LC/SD_RC pins with active
circuitry eliminates the pull-up resistor.
SELECTING PROPER EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
Optimizing the LM4917's performance requires properly selecting external components. Though the LM4917
operates well when using external components with wide tolerances, best performance is achieved by optimizing
component values.
The LM4917 is unity-gain stable, giving a designer maximum design flexibility. The gain should be set to no more
than a given application requires. This allows the amplifier to achieve minimum THD+N and maximum signal-tonoise ratio. These parameters are compromised as the closed-loop gain increases. However, low gain demands
input signals with greater voltage swings to achieve maximum output power. Fortunately, many signal sources
such as audio CODECs have outputs of 1VRMS (2.83VP-P). Please refer to the AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIER
DESIGN section for more information on selecting the proper gain.
Charge Pump Capacitor Selection
Choose low ESR (