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DESCRIPTION KEY FEATURES
RangeMAX Wide Range Dimming, Dual
Output Inverter. The LXM1621 Direct
DriveTM CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent
Lamp) Inverter Modules are specifically designed for driving LCD backlight lamps.
Similar to the LXM1620, the LXM1621 excels in applications where critical parameters
include very wide range dimmability, high efficiency and reliable fail-safe design in a small
form factor. These 12 volt input modules are
specifically designed with desktop and industrial applications in mind.
Unlike the LXM1620 or any traditional
dimming CCFL inverters, the LXM1621 provides the designer a vastly superior display
brightness range. 1000:1+ brightness range
is achievable with a standard LCD display (see
Product Highlight). Our wide range dimming
provides exceptional display readability at less
than 1% of full brightness, allowing both
power savings and low ambient light operating capability (i.e. "night readable").
RangeMAX Digital Dimming Technique. Digital dimming provides flicker-free
brightness control in any wide-range dimming
application. Dimming ratios as great as
1000:1 can be achieved. Incorporation of a
video synchronization feature allows wide
ratio dimming without the display disturbances and interference seen with competitive products.
The modules are equipped with a dimming
input that permits brightness control from an
external potentiometer or DC voltage source.
The resultant "burst drive" that energizes the
lamp was designed specifically to ensure that
no premature lamp degradation occurs (see
"How RangeMAX Works" Section).
Fail-safe Feature For Multiple Lamp
Applications. Our multi-output inverters are
designed to keep your application operating
at near normal brightness in the event that a
lamp fails. This allows the display to remain
"on-line" until lamp replacement is convenient.
Direct Drive Technology. The module
design is based on a new Direct Drive topology, which provides a number of cost and
performance advantages. The LXM1621-xx
Direct Drive inverters eliminate the classic
resonant inductor and capacitors, thus reducing cost and allowing a substantial reduction
in module size.
Universal Connector Configuration.
Linfinity's multiple lamp inverters include a
built in connector array for the most common LCD lamp configurations.
Additional Features. Other benefits of
this new topology are fixed-frequency operation and secondary-side strike-voltage regulation.
Strike-voltage regulation minimizes corona
discharge in the output transformer and related circuitry, providing longer life and higher
reliability. All LXM1621 modules feature
both open and shorted lamp protection.
The LXM1621 is fully customizable (electronically and mechanically) to specific customer requirements.
TM
RangeMAX
LXM1621-xx
DIGITAL DIMMING DUAL LAMP CCFL INVERTER MODULE
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■ RangeMAX Wide Range Dimming
■ 8V To 18V Input Voltage Range
■ Small Form Factor
■ Easy To Use Brightness Control
■ MicroAmp SLEEP Mode
■ Output Short-Circuit Protection And
Automatic Strike-Voltage Regulation
■ Fixed Frequency Operation
■ Universal Connector Configuration
APPLICATIONS
■ Hi-Brite Displays
■ Desktop Displays
■ Low Ambient Light Conditions (i.e. Aircraft
Cabins, Automobile)
■ Industrial Applications
BENEFITS
■ High Efficiency Reduces Heating Problems
■ Smooth, Flicker Free 0-100% Full-Range
Brightness Control Gives Your Product A
High Quality Image
■ Output Open Circuit Voltage Regulation
Minimizes Corona Discharge For Long Life
And High Reliability
■ Power Efficient, "Low Brightness" Capability
Allows For Advanced Power Management
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NOTE: For current data & package dimensions, visit our web site: http://www.linfinity.com.
MODULE ORDER INFORMATION
Part Number Lamp Run Voltage Lamp Current
LXM1621-01 500 - 750V
LXM1621-02 350 - 500V
LXM1621-03 350 - 500V
RMS
RMS
RMS
7mA
6mA
6.5mA
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LXM1621-xx
RangeMAX
DIGITAL DIMMING DUAL LAMP CCFL INVERTER MODULE
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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS (Note 1)
Input Supply Voltage (VIN)........................................................................................................................................................ -0.3V to 18V
Output Voltage, no load .............................................................................................................................. Internally Limited to 1800V
Output Current ............................................................................................................................................. 10.0mA
Output Power (per Lamp) .................................................................................................................................................................... 6.0W
Input Signal Voltage (BRITE Input) ....................................................................................................................................... -0.3V to 6.5V
Input Signal Voltage (SLEEP, V
Ambient Operating Temperature .................................................................................................................................................... 0°C to 70°C
Inputs) ................................................................................................................................... -0.3V to V
SYNC
Storage Temperature Range .........................................................................................................................................................-40°C to 85°C
Note 1. Exceeding these ratings could cause damage to the device. All voltages are with respect to Ground.
Currents are positive into, negative out of the specified terminal.
RECOMMENDED OPERATING CONDITIONS (R.C.)
This module has been designed to operate over a wide range of input and output conditions. However, best efficiency and performance
will be obtained if the module is operated under the condition listed in the 'R.C.' column. Min. and Max. columns indicate values beyond
which the inverter, although operational, will not function optimally.
Parameter
Symbol
Input Supply Voltage Range (Functional) V
Input Supply Voltage (Fully Regulated Lamp Current)
Output Power (per Lamp) LXM1621-01 P
LXM1621-02/-03
Brightness Control Input Voltage Range V
Lamp Operating Voltage LXM1621-01 V
LXM1621-02/-03
Lamp Current (Full Brightness - per Lamp) LXM1621-01 I
LXM1621-02
LXM1621-03
Operating Ambient Temperature Range T
IN
O
BRT ADJ
LAMP
OLAMP
A
Recommended Operating Conditions
Min. R.C. Max.
81218V
10.2 12 13.8 V
45W
2.5 3 W
0.0 2.5 V
500 625 750 V
350 425 500 V
7.0 mA
6.0 mA
6.5 mA
070°C
(Internally Limited)
RMS
TM
RMS
IN
Units
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Unless otherwise specified, these specifications apply over the recommended operating conditions and 25°C ambient temperature for the LXM1621-xx.
Parameter
Symbol
Test Conditions Units
LXM1621-xx
Min. Typ. Max.
Output Pin Characteristics
Full Bright Lamp Current 1621-01 I
(per Lamp)
1621-02 V
L (MAX)VBRT ADJ
1621-03 V
Minimum Lamp Current (per Lamp) I
L (MIN)VBRT ADJ
(Notes 2 & 3) V
Lamp Start Voltage V
Operating Frequency f
LS
O
= 2.5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH,
= 2. 5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH,
BRT ADJ
= 2. 5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH,
BRT ADJ
Burst Duty = 100%, VIN = 12V
Burst Duty = 100%, VIN = 12V
Burst Duty = 100%, VIN = 12V
= 0VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, Burst Duty = 2%, VIN = 9V
= -50mVDC, SLEEP = HIGH,
BRT ADJ
0°C < TA < 40°C, VIN ≥ 10.8V
V
= 2.5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, VIN = 12V
BRT ADJ
Burst Duty = 0.5%, VIN = 9V
DC
DC
6.3 7.0 7.7 mA
DC
5.5 6.0 6.5 mA
DC
5.7 6.5 7.1 mA
DC
DC
DC
0.14 mA
0.035 mA
1500 1800 V
52 57 62 KHz
BRITE Input
Input Current I
Input Voltage for Max. Lamp Current V
Input Voltage for Min. Lamp Current V
(Note 3) I
V
BRT
C
C
= 0V
BRT ADJ
I
O (LAMP)
I
O (LAMP)
O (LAMP)
DC
= 100% Duty Cycle
= 2% Duty Cycle
= 0.5% Duty Cycle
-6 -8 -10 µA
2.5 2.6 V
00V
-50 mV
SLEEP Input
RUN Mode V
SLEEP Mode V
Input Current I
SLEEP (HI)
SLEEP (LO)
SLEEP
SLEEP = 5.0V
Note 2. Minimum lamp current required to maintain even light output may vary with display panel.
3. See 1000:1 Dimming Application section for details.
2.2 V
-0.3 0.8 V
70 75 100 µA
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
DC
DC
DC
DC
V
IN
DC
DC
DC
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ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (Continued)
Parameter
V
Characteristics
SYNC
Logic High Level V
Logic Low Level V
Input Impedance Z
Pulse Width (Note 4) t
Input Frequency f
Power Characteristics
Sleep Current I
Note 4. The module will be functional with pulse widths much larger than 250µs.
Conn. Pin Description
CN1
CN1-1
CN1-2
CN1-3
CN1-4
CN1-5 SLEEP
CN1-6 BRITE
CN1-7, 8
V
IN
GND
V
SYNC
Input Power Supply. (8V ≤ VIN ≤ 18V)
Power Supply Return.
ON/OFF Control. (2.2V < SLEEP < VIN = ON, -0.3V < SLEEP < 0.8V = OFF)
Brightness Control (-0.3V to 2.5V
Vertical syncronization input. 49Hz < f
CN2 thru CN5: Refer to Figure 2
Symbol
SYNC (HI)
SYNC (LO)
IN
PW
SYNC
IN (MIN)VIN
= 12VDC , SLEEP ≤ 0.8V
FUNCTIONAL PIN DESCRIPTION
). 2.5VDC gives maximum lamp current.
DC
SYNC
LXM1621-xx
Test Conditions Units
< 150Hz
LXM1621-xx
Min. Typ. Max.
4.0 6.5 V
-0.3 1.0 V
60 66 75 kΩ
25 250 µs
49 150 Hz
550µA
DC
DC
DC
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CN2
(Bottom Side)
0.24 (6)
0.338 (8.6) Max.
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
All dimensions are in inches (mm)
CN4
1.50 (38) 1.89 (48)
0.060 (1.52) max.
LXM1621-xx
4.88 (124)
CN1
CN3
(Bottom Side)
1.26
(32)
CN5
Ø 0.12 (3.0)
Grounded Mounting Hole - 2 plcs
Warning!!
High Voltage Present
At All Output
Connectors
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