AD7621
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Specifications..................................................................................... 3
Timing Specifications....................................................................... 5
Serial Clock Timing Specifications ............................................ 6
Absolute Maximum Ratings............................................................ 7
ESD Caution.................................................................................. 7
Pin Configuration and Function Descriptions............................. 8
Terminology .................................................................................... 11
Typical Performance Characteristics ........................................... 12
Theory of Operation ...................................................................... 15
Circuit Information.................................................................... 15
Converter Operation.................................................................. 15
Modes of Operation ................................................................... 15
Transfer Functions...................................................................... 16
Typical Connection Diagram ................................................... 17
Analog Inputs.............................................................................. 17
Driver Amplifier Choice............................................................ 17
REVISION HISTORY
5/05 — Revision 0: Initial Version
Voltage Reference Input ............................................................ 18
Power Supply............................................................................... 19
Power Dissipation vs. Throughput .......................................... 20
Conversion Control ................................................................... 20
Interfaces.......................................................................................... 21
Digital Interface.......................................................................... 21
Parallel Interface......................................................................... 21
Serial Interface ............................................................................ 22
Master Serial Interface............................................................... 22
Slave Serial Interface .................................................................. 24
Microprocessor Interfacing....................................................... 26
Application ...................................................................................... 27
Layout .......................................................................................... 27
Evaluating the AD7621 Performance ...................................... 27
Outline Dimensions ....................................................................... 28
Ordering Guide .......................................................................... 29
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