Adjustable differential input and output drivers

Details Adjustable differential input and output drivers Adjustable differential input and output drivers

2005-03-08

2005-03-08

Le, Don (Department: 2819)

Electronic digital logic circuitry

Signal sensitivity or transmission integrity

Output switching noise reduction

C326S082000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06864704

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods are provided using common-mode-voltage bias circuitry to make common-mode-voltage adjustments to differential driver circuitry in integrated circuit differential communications links. Adjustable bias circuitry may be controlled using static and dynamic control signals. Dynamic control signals can be produced by core logic on a programmable logic device or other integrated circuit. Static control signals can be produced by programmable elements. Bias circuit adjustments made at one end of a differential link can be used to improve performance at either end of the link or can be used to improve power consumption or to balance power and performance considerations. The same integrated circuit design can be used in both AC-coupled and DC-coupled environments. The bias circuitry can be formed from an adjustable current source and adjustable resistor. The current source and adjustable resistors can be controlled by the same control signals.

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