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MAXIM MAX9709 25W 50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class-D Amplifier User Manual

Summary

The MAX9709 is a highly efficient Class D audio power amplifier designed for both stereo and mono applications, providing up to 2x25W or 1x50W output power while maintaining high efficiency (up to 87%). This manual details the operation of this advanced chip, covering technical specifications, implementation guidelines, unique features like spread-spectrum modulation mode, and various protection circuits. It is ideal for audio professionals developing sophisticated home theater, car audio, or hi-fi equipment requiring reliable, space-saving amplification solutions.

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19-3769; Rev 0; 9/05

EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE

25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum,

Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier General Description Features

The MAX9709 stereo/mono, Class D audio power amplifi- 2 x 25W Output Power in Stereo Mode er delivers up to 2 x 25W into an 8Ω stereo mode and (8Ω, THD = 10%) 1 x 50W into a 4Ω load in mono mode while offering up to

1 x 50W Output Power in Mono Mode

87% efficiency. The MAX9709 provides Class AB amplifi-

(4Ω, THD = 10%)

er performance with the benefits of Class D efficiency,

High Efficiency: Up to 87%

eliminating the need for a bulky heatsink and conserving

power. The MAX9709 operates from a single +10V to Filterless Class D Amplifier

+22V supply, driving the load in a BTL configuration. Unique Patented Spread-Spectrum Mode

The MAX9709 offers two modulation schemes: a fixed-fre- Programmable Gain (+22d B, +25d B, +29.5d B, quency modulation (FFM) mode, and a spread-spectrum +36d B)

modulation (SSM) mode that reduces EMI-radiated emis-

High PSRR (90d B at 1k Hz)

sions. The MAX9709 can be synchronized to an external

Differential Inputs Suppress Common-Mode

clock from 600k Hz to 1.2MHz. A synchronized output

Noise

allows multiple units to be cascaded in the system.

Shutdown and Mute Control

Features include fully differential inputs, comprehensive

Integrated Click-and-Pop Suppression

click-and-pop suppression, and four selectable-gain set-

tings (22d B, 25d B, 29.5d B, and 36d B). A pin-program- Low 0.1% THD+N

mable thermal flag provides seven different thermal Current Limit and Thermal Protection warning thresholds. Short-circuit and thermal-overload

Programmable Thermal Flag

protection prevent the device from being damaged

Clock Synchronization Input and Output

during a fault condition.

Available in Thermally Efficient, Space-Saving

The MAX9709 is available in 56-pin TQFN (8mm x 8mm

Packages: 56-Pin TQFN and 64-Pin TQFP

x 0.8mm) and 64-pin TQFP (10mm x 10mm x 1.4mm) packages, and is specif ied over the extended

Ordering Information

-40°C to +85°C temperature range.

Applications PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE

LCD TVs PDP TVs

MAX9709ETN+ -40°C to +85°C 56 TQFN-EP** T5688-3

Automotive PC/Hi Fi Audio Solutions MAX9709ECB+* -40°C to +85°C 64 TQFP-EP** C64E-6

+Denotes lead-free package. *Future product—Contact factory for availability. **EP = Exposed paddle.Pin Configurations appear at end of data sheet.

Simplified Block Diagram

MAX9709 SYNCOUT MAX9709 SYNCOUT

FS1, FS2 FS1, FS2 SYNC SYNC

CHANNEL

AUDIO

CLASS D CLASS D

INPUT

MODULATOR MODULATOR

CHANNEL

GAIN VDIGITAL

OUTPUT OUTPUT

CONTROL

MONO CONTROL

PROTECTION PROTECTION

G1, G2 G1, G2 TH0, TH1, TH0, TH1,

TH2 TEMP

TH2 TEMP

STEREO MODE MONO MODE

Maxim Integrated Products

For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.

Page Summary Contents For MAXIM MAX9709 25W 50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class-D Amplifier User Manual

Page 1 19-3769; Rev 0; 9/05 EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier General Description Features The MAX9709 stereo/mono, Class D audio power amplifi- 2 ...
Page 2 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS PVDD, VDD to PGND, GND .......................................-0.3 to +30V Continuous Power Dissipation (T...
Page 3 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (PVDD = VDD = +20V, PGND = GND = 0V, CSS = 0.47µF, CREG = 0.01µF, C1 = 0.1µF, C2 = 1µF, RLOA...
Page 4 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (PVDD = VDD = +20V, PGND = GND = 0V, CSS = 0.47µF, CREG = 0.01µF, C1 = 0.1µF, C2 = 1µF, RLOA...
Page 5 EF FI CI EN CY TH D+ 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, SU PP LY UR RE NT (n A) Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Typical Operating Characteristics (PVDD = VDD = +20V, PGND = GND = 0V, CSS = 0.47µF, C...
Page 6 OU TP UT PL IT UD (d BV TH D+ 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (PVDD = VDD = +20V, PGND = GND = 0V, CSS = 0.47µF, CREG...
Page 7 OU TP UT OW ER ER HA NN EL (W EF FI CI EN CY 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (PVDD = VDD = +20V, PGND = GND = 0V, CSS...
Page 8 CM RR (d B) 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, OU TP UT OW ER ER HA NN EL (W Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (PVDD = VDD = +20V, PGND = GND = 0V, CSS = ...
Page 9 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Pin Description (continued) NAME FUNCTION TQFP TQFN C1N Charge-Pump Flying Capacitor C1, Negative Terminal C1P Charge-Pump Flying C...
Page 10 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Typical Application Circuits/Functional Diagrams VDD PVDD 0.1µF 47µF* VDIGITAL VDIGITAL GND VDD PVDD PGND 15 (18) FS1 SYNCOUT 11 (1...
Page 11 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Typical Application Circuits/Functional Diagrams (continued) VDD PVDD VDIGITAL 22, 23 5–7, 36–38 2–4, 39–41, 49–50 VDIGITAL (25, 26...
Page 12 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Detailed Description powers. Under normal operating levels (typical music reproduction levels), efficiency falls below 30%, where- ...
Page 13 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier TEMP returns high once the junction temperature cools Operating Modes below the set threshold minus the thermal hysteresis. If Fixe...
Page 14 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Linear Regulator (REG) The supply voltage range for the MAX9709 is from 10V to 22V to achieve high-output power. An internal linear...
Page 15 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Sharing Input Sources Continuous Sine Wave vs. Music In certain systems, a single audio source can be When a Class D amplifier is e...
Page 16 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Auxiliary Heatsinking Another consideration is the load impedance across If operating in higher ambient temperatures, it is possibl...
Page 17 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier The circuit in Figure 6 uses inverting amplifiers for their The circuit in Figure 6 drives a pair of MAX9709 devices ease in biasin...
Page 18 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier R4 MAX4478 BIAS R5 AUDIO INPUT R6, 56.2kΩ AUDIO C3 C4 OUTPUT MAX4478 R8 BIAS RIGHT AND LEFT OUTPUTS 56.2kΩ ARE AC-COUPLED TO A MAX9...
Page 19 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Pin Configurations TOP VIEW C. N. C. PG NDN. PG ND PG ND PG ND PG ND G1N.C. PG ND N.C. PV DD INR+ PV DD OUTR- PV DD INR- PV DD OUTR...
Page 20 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Pin Configurations (continued) TOP VIEW N. C. N. C. FS N. C. IN L- OU TL IN L+ OU TL PGND PGND ON OU TL PGND PGND RE OU TL PGND PGN...
Page 21 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Package Information (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the latest pack...
Page 22 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Package Information (continued) (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the...
Page 23 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Package Information (continued) (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the...
Page 24 25W/50W, Filterless, Spread-Spectrum, Stereo/Mono, Class D Amplifier Package Information (continued) (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum output power in stereo mode?

It delivers up to 2 x 25W into an 8Ω stereo load.

What voltage range does the MAX9709 utilize?

The amplifier operates using a single +10V to +22V supply.

How does the device reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI)?

It features a unique patented Spread-Spectrum Mode that reduces EMI radiated emissions.

What protection measures are built into the MAX9709?

Protection includes pin-programmable thermal flags, short-circuit protection, and current limit settings.