The PCM56U/1K is an integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by Texas Instruments. This IC falls under the category of digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and is specifically designed for audio applications. Below is an overview of the PCM56U/1K and its key features:
1. Overview:
- The PCM56U/1K is a 16-bit monolithic DAC with a single-ended current output.
- It offers lower cost and power consumption compared to previous 16-bit DACs.
- The IC is designed to operate with a minimal external component count.
- It provides excellent linearity and low distortion characteristics.
2. Key Features:
- Digital Inputs: The PCM56U/1K supports digital input data through a serial interface.
- Sampling Rate: It accepts data at a maximum sampling rate of 56kHz.
- Linearity: The IC provides excellent linearity with a total unadjusted error of typically ±1/4 LSB.
- Low Distortion: It offers low harmonic distortion and noise, which makes it suitable for high-fidelity audio applications.
- Voltage Reference: The IC includes an integrated voltage reference for accurate conversion.
- Output Stage: PCM56U/1K has a single-ended current output stage, requiring an external operational amplifier for voltage conversion.
- Power Supply: It operates with a single +5V power supply
