LXM1620-01 D I R E C T D R I V E D U A L L A M P CCFL I N V E RT E R M O D U L E T H E I N F I N I T E P O W E R O F I P N N O VA T I O N R E L I M I N A R Y DESCRIPTION The Dual Output Module Ideal for Desktop and Industrial Applications. The LXM1620 Direct DriveTM Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CCFL) Inverter is a single module designed to drive two lamps and is targeted for use with desktop Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and industrial LCD panels typically ranging in size from 10.4-inches to 17-inches. This two output inverter is the ideal solution to power virtually any two lamp application. 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 LXM1620-01 Direct Drive inverters eliminate the classic resonant inductor and capacitors, thus reducing cost and allowing a substantial reduction in module size. Fixed-Frequency Operation. 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. 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. A T A S H E E T K E Y F E AT U R E S This allows the display to remain "on-line" until lamp replacement is convenient. Dual Module Uses Standard Power Supply. The LXM1620 module uses a standard 12V ±10% input supply. It also ensures nominal power consumption with 2 lamps requiring only 8 watts. Lamp current is fully regulated with respect to input voltage and output impedance variations. Dimming Features. The LXM1620 modules are equipped with a dimming input that permits brightness control from an external potentiometer or DC voltage. In addition, the sleep input reduces module power to a few microwatts in shut down mode. All LXM1620 modules feature both output open and short-circuit protection. The Most Efficient and Cost-effective Backlight Inverter for Desktop/Industrial Applications. Linfinity's proprietary Direct Drive architecture is the highest efficiency, small form factor solution for all multiple lamp applications. The LXM1620 is fully customizable (electronically and mechanically) to specific customer requirements. 1 D US Patent Numbers: 5923129 & 5930121 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Drive Two Lamps With One Module Small, Compact Size High Efficiency Multiple Outputs Provide Easy LCD Connections Low EMI And Noise Low Power Sleep Mode Output Short And Open Circuit Protection 3:1 Dimming Control Adjustable Lamp Current Up To 6.0mA Per Lamp Long Lamp Life With Soft-Start And Accurate Lamp Current Regulation A P P L I C AT I O N S ■ Desktop LCD Monitors And Panels ■ Industrial LCD Panels ■ Hi-Brite Displays BENEFITS ■ Cool Operation ■ Smooth, Easy-To-Use Brightness Control ■ Single 12 Volt Supply NOTE: For current data & package dimensions, visit our web site: http://www.linfinity.com. PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT LXM1620 "U N I V E R S A L " M O D U L E C O N N E C T I O N O P T I O N S Dual Connector Configuration CCFL Lamp CN3 CCFL Lamp CN1 CN2 LXM1620-01 CN1 LXM1620-01 CN2 Single Connector Configuration CCFL Lamps CN3 Desktop Display Desktop Display M O D U L E O R D E R I N F O R M AT I O N Part Number Lamp Run Voltage Lamp Current LXM1620-01 Copyright © 2000 Rev. 0.9 10/00 LINFINITY 500 - 750VRMS MICROELECTRONICS 6mA INC. 11861 WESTERN AVENUE, GARDEN GROVE, CA. 92841, 714-898-8121, FAX: 714-893-2570 1 PRODUCT DATABOOK 1996/1997 LXM1620-01 D I R E C T D R I V E D U A L L A M P CCFL I N V E RT E R M O D U L E P D R E L I M I N A R Y A T A S H E E T A B S O L U T E M A X I M U M R AT I N G S (Note 1) Input Supply Voltage (VIN) ............................................................................................................................................................ -0.3V to 18V Output Voltage, no load ..................................................................................................................................... Internally Limited to 1800VRMS Output Current .................................................................................................................................................. 10.0mARMS (Internally Limited) Output Power (per Lamp) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6.0W Input Signal Voltage, (SLEEP and BRITE Inputs) .......................................................................................................................... -0.3V to VIN Ambient Operating Temperature .................................................................................................................................................... 0°C to 70°C 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. R E C O M M E N D E D O P E R A T I N G C O N D I T I O N S (R.C.) Thismodulehasbeendesignedtooperateoverawiderangeofinputandoutputconditions. However,bestefficiencyandperformancewillbeobtainedifthemoduleisoperated undertheconditionlistedinthe'R.C.'column. Min.andMax.columnsindicatevaluesbeyondwhichtheinverter,althoughoperational,willnotfunctionoptimally. Parameter Symbol Input Supply Voltage Range (Functional) Input Supply Voltage (Fully Regulated Lamp Current) Output Power (per Lamp) LXM1620-01 Brightness Control Input Voltage Range Lamp Operating Voltage LXM1620-01 Lamp Current (Full Brightness - per Lamp) Operating Ambient Temperature Range Recommended Operating Conditions Min. R.C. Max. VIN 10.2 10.2 PO VBRT ADJ VLAMP 0.0 500 IOLAMP TA 0 Units 12 12 4 16 13.8 5 V V W 625 5.0 750 V VRMS 70 mARMS °C 6.0 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Unless otherwise specified, these specifications apply over the recommended operating conditions and 25°C ambient temperature for the LXM1620. Parameter Symbol Test Conditions LXM1620-xx Min. Typ. Max. Units 5.4 mA RMS Output Pin Characteristics Full Bright Lamp Current 1620-01 I L (MAX) VBRT ADJ = 5.0VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, VIN = 12VDC IL (MIN) VBRT ADJ = 0VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, VIN = 12VDC 6.0 6.6 (per Lamp) Minimum Lamp Current (per Lamp) (Note 2) Lamp Start Voltage Operating Frequency VLS fO 0°C < TA < 40°C, VIN ≥ 10.8VDC VBRT ADJ = 5.0VDC, SLEEP = HIGH, VIN = 12VDC IBRT VC VC VBRT ADJ = 0VDC IO (LAMP) = 100% IO (LAMP) = Minimum 0.5 1500 52 57 mARMS 1800 62 VRMS KHz -10 µADC VDC VDC VDC VDC µADC µADC BRITE Input Input Current Input Voltage for Max. Lamp Current Input Voltage for Min. Lamp Current -6 -8 5.0 0 SLEEP Input RUN Mode SLEEP Mode Input Current VSLEEP (HI) VSLEEP (LO) ISLEEP SLEEP = 5.0V 2.2 -0.3 60 120 VIN 0.8 180 0 1 50 Power Characteristics Sleep Current IIN (MIN) VIN = 12VDC , SLEEP = 0VDC Note 2. Minimum lamp current required to maintain even light output may vary with display panel. 2 Copyright © 2000 Rev. 0.9 10/00 PRODUCT DATABOOK 1996/1997 LXM1620-01 D I R E C T D R I V E D U A L L A M P CCFL I N V E RT E R M O D U L E P R E L I M I N A R Y D A T A S H E E T FUNCTIONAL PIN DESCRIPTION Conn. CN1 Pin Description CN1-1, 2 VIN Input Power Supply. (10.2V≤ VIN ≤ 16V) CN1-3, 4 GND Power Supply Return. CN1-5 SLEEP ON/OFF Control. (2.2V < SLEEP < VIN = ON, -0.3V < SLEEP < 0.8V = OFF) CN1-6 BRITE Brightness Control (-0.3V to 5.0VDC). 5.0VDC gives maximum lamp current. CN1-7, 8 N.C. Leave unconnected. CN2 and CN3: Refer to Figure 1 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS LXM1620-01 All dimensions are in inches (mm) 5.51 (140) CN1 CN3 2.47 (62.75) 0.060 (1.52) max. 0.94 (24) CN2 0.053 (13.45) Ø 0.12 (3.0) Grounded Mounting Hole 0.370 (9.4) max. Warning!! High Voltage Present At All Output Connectors 0.449 (11.4) max. 0.307 (7.8) Copyright © 2000 Rev. 0.9 10/00 3 PRODUCT DATABOOK 1996/1997 LXM1620-01 D I R E C T D R I V E D U A L L A M P CCFL I N V E RT E R M O D U L E P R E L I M I N A R Y D A T A S H E E T C O N N E C T O R S C H E M AT I C 8 CN1 1 1 3 2 2 3 1 VHI1 CN3 VHI2 Inverter Output 1 CN2 Inverter Output 2 FIGURE 1 — LXM1620-01 Connector Schematic Connectors: CN1 = MOLEX 53261-0890 Mates With: Pins: 50079-8100*, Housing: 51021-0800 CN2, CN3 = JST SM03(4.0)B-BHS-1-TB JST BHR-03VS-1 * Loose (-8000, Chain) Recommended #26 AWG wiring Connection Rules 1. Always install two (2) lamps. Operating with only one lamp may overdrive lamp current at maximum brightness settings. 2. Verify lamp wiring before connecting lamps to the inverter module. Connecting both lamps to one of the two inverter output circuits will result in reduced brightness. The LXM1620-01 module connectors are wired per industry standard. The lamphot wires (high voltage wires) are always on pin 1 or 2, and thecold wire (low voltage wire) is always on pin 3. F A I L S A F E F E AT U R E F O R M U L T I P L E L A M P O P E R AT I O N S 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. Linfinity "pairs" the lamps so that if one lamp in the pair breaks, most of its current is added to the good lamp. CCFLs will respond with more brightness for a period of time. Operating time in this mode will be a function of the lamps age but should be typically in the order of hundreds of hours. This operating characteristic can provide adequate display performance for a limited, but useful period of time. Shortening of the lamp life in this mode is typically not a concern as it is recommended thatall lamps in a display be replaced at the same time. Lamps IS FIGURE 2 — Dual Output Stage 4 Copyright © 2000 Rev. 0.9 10/00 PRODUCT DATABOOK 1996/1997 LXM1620-01 D I R E C T D R I V E D U A L L A M P CCFL I N V E RT E R M O D U L E P R E L I M I N A R Y D A T A S H E E T DIRECT DRIVE OUTPUT ARCHITECTURE Direct Drive architecture includes two load feedback control loops to provide uncompromised CCFL ignition and operation characteristics. Lamp current is regulated in the CCFL return lead (ISNS loop) to insure constant light output with changing lamp parameters and power supply voltage. This also allows accurate and repeatable brightness control. Dimming ratio with the LX1620 analog dimming inverters is typically 6:1 when driving dual LCD lamp panels. If no current flows in the CCFL return path because of an unstruck or failed lamp, the inverter applies full strike voltage potential. The output voltage feedback loop (VSNS) takes control and regulates output voltage to 1650VRMS. This insures the lamp will ignite under worst case temperature and aging conditions. Because output voltage is actively regulated, it will never exceed component and panel insulation ratings. This prevents destructive corona discharge to insure long term reliability of the system. High Voltage Transformer VHI1 SLEEP Controller GND LAMP 1 BRITE Transformer Driver VSENSE ISENSE VLO FIGURE 3 — LXM1620 Block Diagram (Only one lamp shown) T Y P I C A L A P P L I C AT I O N S 5.0VDC BRITE VIN VHI2 VHI1 0V 5V Lamp 1 LXM1620-xx SLEEP GND Lamp 2 £ 10k 10.8VDC- 16VDC VLO FIGURE 4 — Potentiometer Brightness Control PRELIMINARY DATA - Information contained in this document is pre-production data, and is proprietary to LinFinity. It may not modified in any way without the express written consent of LinFinity. Product referred to herein is offered in sample form only, and Linfinity reserves the right to change or discontinue this proposed product at any time. Copyright © 2000 Rev. 0.9 10/00 5