Description

The VL181 is a single chip, with 4 channels linear re-driver supporting data rates up to 10Gbs and support AUX channel switch which apply to extend cable and board trace loss.  All the 4 channels re-driver are bi-directional and can be controlled by dedicated registers via the I2C or GPIO control interface.

Block Diagram

Key Features

• 4 Channels bi-directional linear re-driver
• Supports data rates up to 10Gbps
• Supports Processors with USB 3.1 and DisplayPort Mux Integrated for Type-C Applications
• GPIO and I2C Control for Channel Direction and Equalization
• Adjustable receiver equalization
• Adjustable transmitter and receiver output swing
• Automatic receiver detection
• Integrated termination networks
• Advanced Power Management by Monitoring USB Power States and Snooping DP Link Training

• Hot-Plug Capable
• Single power 3.3 V supply
• Typical Active power: 495mW for USB3.1 only, 940mW for USB3.1+2 lane DP, 925mW for 4 lane DP
  - Suspend Power: 6.6mW
• ESD
  - ± 2KV, HBM (for all high-speed pins)
  - ± 8KV, HBM (for all non-high-speed pins)
• Package: QFN40, 4mm x 6mm
  - with RoHS compliance and HF compliance
• Operating ambient temperature range: -40℃ to 85℃