TM
RangeMAX
LXM1641-01/-02/-03
DIGITAL DIMMING QUAD LAMP CCFL INVERTER MODULE
T HE I NFINITE P OWER OF I NNOVATION
DESCRIPTION KEY FEATURES
RangeMAX Wide Range Dimming, Quad
Output Inverter. The LXM1641 Direct
DriveTM CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent
Lamp) Inverter Modules are specifically designed for driving LCD backlight lamps.
Similar to the LXM1640, the LXM1641 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 LXM1640 or any traditional
dimming CCFL inverters, the LXM1641 provides the designer a vastly superior display
brightness range. 1000:1+ brightness range
is achievable with a standard LCD display (see
Application Section). 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 greater than
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).
Failsafe Feature For Multiple Lamp Ap-
plications. 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 patented1 Direct
Drive topology, which provides a number of
cost and performance advantages. The
LXM1641-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 LXM1641 modules feature
both open and shorted lamp protection.
The LXM1641 is fully customizable (electronically and mechanically) to specific customer requirements.
1
US Patent Numbers: 5923129 & 5930121
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■ RangeMAX Wide Range Dimming
■ 8V to 16V 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
Copyright © 1999
Rev. 0.7 12/99
NOTE: For current data & package dimensions, visit our web site: http://www.linfinity.com.
MODULE ORDER INFORMATION
Part Number Application
LXM1641-01
LXM1641-02
LXM1641-03
Quad Lamp Panels
Sharp 18.1" Panel JST XHP-9 (9-pin)
LG Electronics 18.1" Panel JST BHSR-02VS-1 (2-pin)
Inverter Mates Directly
to Panel Connectors
JST BHR-03VS-1 (3-pin) &
JST BHR-04VS-1 (4-pin)
L INF INITY MICROELECTRONICS INC.
11861 WESTERN AVENUE, GARDEN GROVE, CA. 92841, 714-898-8121, FAX: 714-893-2570
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PRODUCT DATABOOK 1996/1997
LXM1641-01/-02/-03
RangeMAX
DIGITAL DIMMING QUAD LAMP CCFL INVERTER MODULE
P RELIMINARY DATA SHEET
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS (Note 1)
Input Supply Voltage (VIN)....................................................................................................................................................... -0.3V to 16V
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) LXM1641-01, -02
LXM1641-03
Input Supply Voltage LXM1641-01, -02
(Fully Regulated Lamp Current) LXM1641-03
Output Power (per Lamp) P
Brightness Control Input Voltage Range V
Lamp Operating Voltage V
Lamp Current (Full Brightness - per Lamp) I
Operating Ambient Temperature Range T
O
BRT ADJ
LAMP
OLAMP
A
Recommended Operating Conditions
Min. R.C. Max.
81216V
10 12 14 V
91216V
10.8 12 13.2 V
45W
0.0 2.5 V
300 675 800 V
7.0 mA
070°C
(Internally Limited)
RMS
TM
RMS
IN
Units
RMS
RMS
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Unless otherwise specified, these specifications apply over the recommended operating conditions and 25°C ambient temperature for the LXM1641.
Parameter
Symbol
Test Conditions Units
LXM1641-xx
Min. Typ. Max.
Output Pin Characteristics
Full Bright Lamp Current 1641-01,-02
(per Lamp) 1641-03
Minimum Lamp Current (per Lamp) I
(Notes 2 & 3)
Lamp Start Voltage V
Operating Frequency f
I
L (MAX)VBRT ADJ
V
BRT ADJ
L (MIN)VBRT ADJ
V
BRT ADJ
0°C < TA < 40°C, V
LS
V
O
BRT ADJ
= 2.5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, Burst Duty = 100%, VIN = 9V
= 2.5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, Burst Duty = 100%, VIN = 12V
= 0VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, Burst Duty = 2%, VIN = 9V
= -50mVDC, SLEEP = HIGH,
≥ 10.8V
IN
= 2.5VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, VIN = 12V
Burst Duty = 0.5%, VIN = 9V
DC
DC
DC
6.3 7.0 7.7 mA
DC
7.2 8.0 8.8 mA
DC
0.14 mA
DC
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
IN
-0.3 0.8 V
70 75 100 µA
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
RMS
DC
DC
DC
DC
V
DC
DC
DC
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Rev. 0.7 12/99
PRODUCT DATABOOK 1996/1997
TM
RangeMAX
LXM1641-01/-02/-03
DIGITAL DIMMING QUAD LAMP CCFL INVERTER MODULE
P RELIMINARY DATA SHEET
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, but will have limited dimming.
Symbol
SYNC (HI)
SYNC (LO)
IN
PW
SYNC
IN (MIN)VIN
= 12V
, SLEEP ≤ 0.8V
DC
Test Conditions Units
LXM1641-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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DIGITAL DIMMING QUAD LAMP CCFL INVERTER MODULE
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0.65 (16.5)
CN4
0.30 (7.5)
CN5
1.03
(26.2)
1.05
(26.6)
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
LXM1641-01
All dimensions are in inches (mm)
6.39 (161)
5.04 (128)
CN1
Top Side
4.25 (107.925)
1.05
(26.6)
RangeMAX
CN6
0.96
CN7
(24.5)
Ø 0.138 (3.5)
Grounded Mounting Hole - 2 plcs
TM
CN2
0.338 (8.6) Max.
0.13
3.3
0.060 (1.52) max.
Functional Pin Description
Conn. Pin Description
CN1
CN1-1, 2 V
CN1-3, 4 GND
CN1-5 SLEEP
CN1-6 BRITE
CN1-7, 8 V
IN
SYNC
CN2 thru CN7: Refer to Figure 2
Input Power Supply. (8V ≤ VIN ≤ 16V)
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
Bottom Side
FIGURE 1 — LXM1641-01 Physical Dimensions
). 2.5VDC gives maximum lamp current.
DC
< 150Hz
SYNC
CN3
1.26
(32)
High Voltage Presen
Warning!!
At All Output
Connectors
4
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