GS3241

3G-SDI Re-timing
Adaptive Cable Equalizer

Key Features Applications

• 75Ω cable input interface with on-chip termination SMPTE ST 424, SMPTE ST 292, SMPTE ST 259 interfaces requiring
• SMPTE ST 424, ST 292-1 and ST 259 compliant input/output cable equalizing functionality. Typical applications: Cameras,
• Multi-standard operation from 1Mb/s to 2.97Gb/s Switchers, Distribution Amplifiers and Routers.
• In addition to standard SMPTE rates, the device also supports
re-timing of DVB-ASI at 270Mb/s, and MADI at 125Mb/s Description
• 3D Input Signal Eye Monitor The GS3241 is a low-power, multi-rate re-timing Cable Equalizer
• PRBS generator and checker supporting rates up to 3G -SDI. It is designed to equalize and
• Automatic cable equalization—typical equalized cable restore signals received over 190m coaxial cable at 3G,
lengths of Belden 1694A cable: compensate for DC content of SMPTE pathological signals, and
 190m at 2.97Gb/s re-time the incoming data.
 260m at 1.485Gb/s The integrated eye monitor provides non-disruptive mission
mode analysis of the post equalized input signal. The 256x128
 450m at 270Mb/s and 125Mb/s
resolution scan matrix allows accurate signal analysis to speed up
• Cable equalizer features: prototyping and enable field analysis.
 Automatic power down on loss of signal Built in macros enable customizable cross section analysis and
 Programmable carrier detect with squelch threshold quick horizontal and vertical eye opening measurements.
adjustment With high phase consistency between scans and configurable
 Programmable launch swing compensation for space and time thresholds, algorithms can be deployed in the
non-compliant source field to analyse long term signal quality variation (Bathtub Plot) to
 Manual and automatic cable equalizer bypass reduce costly system installation debug time for intermittent
• Trace driver features: errors.
 Integrated 100Ω, differential output termination The two independently controlled trace drivers feature highly
 Extends output DC-coupling support with 1.2V to 2.5V configurable pre-emphasis and swing controls to compensate for
output supply range long trace and connector losses. The pre-emphasis pulse width
can be optimized to compensate for perturbations to frequency
 Trace driver data output pre-emphasis to compensate for
response of transmission lines due to vias connectors and stubs.
up to 60” FR4 at 2.97Gb/s
The GS3241 is pin compatible with the GS12141 and GS12241
 Manual or automatic re-timer bypass
single input, as well as the GS12142 dual input 12G UHD-SDI
 Manual or automatic mute or disable on LOS Multi-rate Re-timing Cable Equalizers.
• CDR features: Note: For the GS3241 to be pin compatible with the GS12142,
 Manual or automatic rate modes careful design considerations are required. Contact for your local
 Wide Loop bandwidth control Semtech FAE for details.
 Re-timing at the following data rates: 125Mb/s, 270Mb/s,
1.485Gb/s, and 2.97Gb/s—this includes the f/1.001 rates

Additional Features
• Single 1.8V power supply for analog and digital core
• GSPI serial control and monitoring interface
• Four configurable GPIO pins for control or status monitoring
• Wide operating temperature range: -40ºC to +85ºC
• Small 6mm x 4mm 40-pin QFN
• Pb-free/Halogen-free/RoHS and WEEE compliant package
• Pin compatible with the GS12141, GS12142, and GS12241

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 CS SCLK SDIN SDOUT GPIO1 GPIO2 GPIO3 GPIO4

Control & Status

DDO0
PRBS Signal Selector Trace Driver
Generator Data:
(Retime/Bypass)
DDO0
PRBS Generator
Swing and Pre-emphasis
Control

Slicer
SDI Cable Equalizer CDR

DDO1
Signal Selector Trace Driver
Data:
(Retime/Bypass)
PRBS DDO1
Checker PRBS Generator
Swing and Pre-emphasis
Control

EYE
Monitor

GS3241 Functional Block Diagram

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Revision History

Version ECO PCN Date Changes and/or Modifications

2 038575 — September 2017 Updated Table 2-3.

Updated Host Initiated Device Reset. Added Device Power-up

1 037745 — August 2017
Sequence and Output Driver Data Rate Selection sections.

0 034153 — November 2016 New Document.

Contents

1. Pin Out.................................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 GS3241 Pin Assignment ...................................................................................................................5
1.2 GS3241 Pin Descriptions ..................................................................................................................6
2. Electrical Characteristics................................................................................................................................9
2.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ...........................................................................................................9
2.2 DC Electrical Characteristics ........................................................................................................ 10
2.3 AC Electrical Characteristics ......................................................................................................... 12
3. Input/Output Circuits.................................................................................................................................. 14
4. Detailed Description.................................................................................................................................... 15
4.1 Device Description .......................................................................................................................... 15
4.1.1 Sleep Mode............................................................................................................................ 15
4.2 Cable Equalizer ................................................................................................................................. 16
4.2.1 Cable Equalizer Bypass...................................................................................................... 16
4.2.2 Upstream Launch Swing Compensation.................................................................... 16
4.2.3 Carrier Detect, Squelch Control, and Loss of Signal ............................................... 16
4.3 Serial Digital Re-timer (CDR) ........................................................................................................ 19
4.3.1 PLL Loop Bandwidth Control .......................................................................................... 20
4.3.2 Automatic and Manual Rate Detection....................................................................... 20
4.3.3 Lock Time ............................................................................................................................... 21
4.4 PRBS Checker .................................................................................................................................... 23
4.4.1 Timed PRBS Check Measurement Procedure............................................................ 23
4.4.2 Continuous PRBS Check Measurement Procedure................................................. 24
4.5 EYE Monitor ....................................................................................................................................... 27
4.5.1 Shape Scan and Measurement Time............................................................................ 28
4.5.2 Matrix-Scan and Shape-Scan Operation ..................................................................... 30
4.6 PRBS Generator ................................................................................................................................ 36
4.7 Output Drivers .................................................................................................................................. 39
4.7.1 Bypassed Re-timer Signal Output Control ................................................................. 39
4.7.2 Output Driver Polarity Inversion.................................................................................... 39
4.7.3 Output Driver Data Rate Selection................................................................................ 39
4.7.4 Amplitude and Pre-Emphasis Control ......................................................................... 40

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 4.7.5 Trace Driver DC coupling requirements ..................................................................... 48
4.7.6 Output State Control Modes........................................................................................... 49
4.7.7 Output Waveform Specifications .................................................................................. 50
4.8 GPIO Controls .................................................................................................................................... 51
4.9 GSPI Host Interface ......................................................................................................................... 51
4.9.1 CS Pin ....................................................................................................................................... 51
4.9.2 SDIN Pin .................................................................................................................................. 52
4.9.3 SDOUT Pin.............................................................................................................................. 52
4.9.4 SCLK Pin .................................................................................................................................. 53
4.9.5 Command Word 1 Description....................................................................................... 54
4.9.6 GSPI Transaction Timing................................................................................................... 56
4.9.7 Single Read/Write Access ................................................................................................. 57
4.9.8 Auto-increment Read/Write Access ............................................................................. 59
4.9.9 Setting a Device Unit Address ........................................................................................ 60
4.9.10 Default GSPI Operation................................................................................................... 61
4.9.11 Clear Sticky Counts Through Four Way Handshake............................................. 62
4.9.12 Device Power-up Sequence.......................................................................................... 62
4.9.13 Host Initiated Device Reset ........................................................................................... 63
5. Register Map................................................................................................................................................... 65
5.1 Control Registers ............................................................................................................................. 65
5.2 Status Registers ................................................................................................................................ 68
5.3 Register Descriptions ..................................................................................................................... 69
6. Application Information...........................................................................................................................104
6.1 Typical Application Circuit .........................................................................................................104
7. Package & Ordering Information ..........................................................................................................105
7.1 Package Dimensions ....................................................................................................................105
7.2 Recommended PCB Footprint ..................................................................................................106
7.3 Packaging Data ..............................................................................................................................106
7.4 Marking Diagram ...........................................................................................................................107
7.5 Solder Reflow Profiles ..................................................................................................................107
7.6 Ordering Information ...................................................................................................................107

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1. Pin Out

1.1 GS3241 Pin Assignment

VCO_FILT10

VCCO1P8_0
VCC_CORE
VEE_CORE

VEE_CORE

VEE_CORE
VCO_FILT
GPIO3

GPIO2

RSVD
LF+
LF–

40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29
VEE_SDI 1 28 VEEO

SDI 2 27 DDO0

SDI_TERM 3 26 DDO0

VCC_SDI 4
GS3241 25 VCCO_0
40-pin QFN
RSVD 5 24 VCCO_1
6mm x 4mm
RSVD 6 23 DDO1/RCO

RSVD 7 22 DDO1/RCO

VEE_SDI 8 21 VEEO
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
VCCO1P8_1
VDD

GPIO0

GPIO1

VEE_CORE
CS

SDIN
RSVD

SDOUT

VSS

VSS
SCLK

Figure 1-1: GS3241 Pin Assignment

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1.2 GS3241 Pin Descriptions
Table 1-1: GS3241 Pin Descriptions

Pin Number Name Type Description

Most negative power supply connection for the Cable Equalizer.

1, 8 VEE_SDI Power
Connect to ground.

2 SDI Input Single-ended CML input with internal 75Ω termination.

Input Common Mode termination. Decouple to ground through

3 SDI_TERM —
resistor and capacitor. See Section 6.1 for recommended values.

Most positive power supply connection for the Cable Equalizer.

4 VCC_SDI Power Connect to 1.8V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

These pins may be left floating. Please contact your Semtech FAE for
5, 6, 7, 9, 32 RSVD —
additional information on circuit compatibility with the GS3281.

Chip Select input for the Gennum Serial Peripheral Interface (GSPI)
host control/status port.
10 CS Digital Input 1.8V CMOS input with 100kΩ pull-up.
Active-LOW input.
Refer to Section 4.9.1 for more details.

Serial digital data input for the Gennum Serial Peripheral Interface
(GSPI) host control/status port.
11 SDIN Digital Input
1.8V CMOS input with 100kΩ pull-down.
Refer to Section 4.9.2 for more details.

Serial digital data output for the Gennum Serial Peripheral Interface
(GSPI) host control/status port.
12 SDOUT Digital Output
1.8V CMOS output.
Refer to Section 4.9.3 for more details.

Burst-mode clock input for the Gennum Serial Peripheral Interface

(GSPI) host control/status port.
13 SCLK Digital Input
1.8V CMOS input with 100kΩ pull-down.
Refer to Section 4.9.4 for more details.

Most negative power supply for digital core logic.

14, 15 VSS Power
Connect to ground.

Most positive power supply connection for digital core logic.

16 VDD Power Connect to 1.8V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

Multi-function Control/Status Input/Output 0.

Default function:
Digital Direction = Output
17 GPIO0
Input/Output Signal = HIGH indicates LOS (Loss of Signal, inverse of Carrier Detect)
Pin is 1.8V CMOS I/O, please refer to GPIO0_CFG for more information
on how to configure GPIO0.

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Table 1-1: GS3241 Pin Descriptions (Continued)

Pin Number Name Type Description

Multi-function Control/Status Input/Output 1.

Default function:
Digital Direction = Output
18 GPIO1
Input/Output Signal = HIGH indicates PLL is locked
Pin is 1.8V CMOS I/O, please refer to GPIO1_CFG for more information
on how to configure GPIO1.

Most negative power supply connection for the analog core.

19, 31, 37, 38 VEE_CORE Power
Connect to ground.

Most positive power supply connection for trace driver pre driver.
20 VCCO1P8_1 Power Connect to 1.8V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

Most negative power supply connection for the output drivers.

21, 28 VEEO Power
Connect to ground.

Differential CML output with two internal 50Ω pull-ups. The data
DDO1/RCO,
22, 23 Output signal or PRBS generator can be selected for this output. The PRBS
DDO1/RCO
generator can be configured to generate a PRBS7 or a clock pattern.

Most positive power supply connection for the DDO1/ DDO1 output
driver.
24 VCCO_1 Power
Connect to 1.2V – 2.5V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

Most positive power supply connection for the DDO0/DDO0 output

driver.
25 VCCO_0 Power
Connect to 1.2V – 2.5V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

Differential CML output with two internal 50Ω pull-ups. The data
26, 27 DDO0/DDO0 Output signal or PRBS generator can be selected for this output. The PRBS
generator can be configured to generate a PRBS7 or a clock pattern.

Most positive power supply connection for trace driver pre driver.
29 VCCO1P8_0 Power Connect to 1.8V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

VCO filter capacitor connection. Decouple to ground. See Section 6.1

30 VCO_FILT10 Passive
for recommended values.

Multi-function Control/Status Input/Output 2.

Default function:
Digital Direction = Input
33 GPIO2
Input/Output Signal = Set HIGH to put device in sleep
Pin is 1.8V CMOS I/O, please refer to GPIO2_CFG for more information
on how to configure GPIO2.

VCO filter capacitor connection. Decouple to ground. See Section 6.1

34 VCO_FILT Passive
for recommended values.

Most positive power supply connection for the analog core.

35 VCC_CORE Power Connect to 1.8V and decouple to ground. See Section 6.1 for
recommended values.

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Table 1-1: GS3241 Pin Descriptions (Continued)

Pin Number Name Type Description

Multi-function Control/Status Input/Output 3.

Default function:
Digital Direction = Input
36 GPIO3
Input/Output Signal = Set HIGH to disable DDO1
Pin is 1.8V CMOS I/O, please refer to GPIO3_CFG for more information
on how to configure GPIO3.

Loop filter capacitor connection. Connect to pin 40 through capacitor.

39 LF+ Passive
See Section 6.1 for recommended values.

Loop filter capacitor connection. Connect to pin 39 through capacitor.

40 LF- Passive
See Section 6.1 for recommended values.

Central paddle can be connected to ground or left unconnected. Its

purpose is to provide increased mechanical stability. It is not required
Tab — —
for thermal dissipation. It is not recommended to connect device
ground pins to the central paddle.

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2. Electrical Characteristics

2.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings

Table 2-1: Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Value

Supply Voltage—Core
-0.5V to +2.2V
(VCC_SDI, VCC_CORE, VDD)

Supply Voltage—Output Driver

-0.5V to +2.8V
(VCCO_0, VCCO_1)

Input ESD Voltage (any pin) 2kV HBM

Storage Temperature Range (TS) -50°C to +125°C

Input Voltage Range (SDI, SDI) -0.3 to (VCC_SDI +0.3)V

Input Voltage Range (GPIO2, GPIO3) -0.3 to (VCC_CORE +0.3)V

Input Voltage Range (CS, SDIN, SCLK, VSS,

-0.3 to (VDD +0.3)V
VDD, GPIO0, GPIO1)

Solder Reflow Temperature 260°C

Note: Absolute Maximum Ratings are those values beyond which damage may occur.
Functional operation outside of the ranges shown in the AC/DC electrical characteristics
tables is not guaranteed.

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2.2 DC Electrical Characteristics

Table 2-2: DC Electrical Characteristics

TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise shown.

Parameter Symbol Conditions Min Typ Max Units Notes

VCC_SDI,
Supply Voltage VCC_CORE, 1.71 1.8 1.89 V —
VDD

1.14 1.2 1.26 V —

Supply Voltage - Output VCCO_0,
1.71 1.8 1.89 V —
Driver VCCO_1
2.38 2.5 2.63 V —

VCCO_0 = 1.2V,
— 405 — mW 1
Output Swing = 400mVppd

VCCO_0 = 1.8V,
— 410 — mW 1
Output Swing = 400mVppd
Power—Mission Mode
(DDO0/DDO0 enabled, VCCO_0 = 1.8V,
PD — 430 — mW 1
DDO1/DDO1 disabled) Output Swing = 800mVppd

VCCO_0 = 2.5V,
— 420 — mW 1
Output Swing = 400mVppd

VCCO_0 = 2.5V,
— 440 — mW 1
Output Swing = 800mVppd

Power—Sleep Mode PD Sleep — 35 50 mW —

VCCO = 1.2V,
— 9 16 mA 1, 3
Output Swing = 400mVppd

VCCO = 1.8V,
— 9 16 mA 1, 3
Output Swing = 400mVppd

VCCO = 1.8V,
Supply Current—Trace Driver ICCO_0, ICCO_1 — 18 27 mA 1, 3
Output Swing = 800mVppd

VCCO = 2.5V,
— 9 16 mA 1, 3
Output Swing = 400mVppd

VCCO = 2.5V,
— 18 27 mA 1, 3
Output Swing = 800mVppd

VCCO1P8_0
— 25 32 mA 1, 3
ICCO1P8_0, Output Swing = 800mVppd
Supply Current—Trace Driver
Pre-driver ICCO1P8_1 VCCO1P8_1
— 25 32 mA 1, 3
Output Swing = 800mVppd

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Table 2-2: DC Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise shown.

Parameter Symbol Conditions Min Typ Max Units Notes

CDR Locked to Rate — 124 142 mA —

CDR Unlocked During 

— 182 — mA —
Rate Search
Supply Current—Analog
ICC_CORE
Core PRBS Generator Enabled — 119 — mA 4,5

PRBS Checker Enabled — 60 — mA 4

Eye Monitor Enabled — 54 — mA 4

Supply Current—Cable
ICC_SDI — — 55 75 mA —
Equalizer

Supply Current—Digital
IDD — — 15 18 mA —
Logic
VCMOUT =
DDO Output Common 
VCMOUT — — VCCO - — 2
Mode Voltage ΔVDDO/2

DDO
Differential — 100 — Ω 2
Output Termination

SDI Input Termination Between SDI and GND — 75 — Ω —

0.65*
VIH — VDD V —
Input Voltage—Digital Pins VDD
(CS, SDIN, SCLK, GPIO[0:3]) 0.35*
VIL 0 — V —
VDD

VDD -
VOH IOH = -5mA — — V —
Output Voltage—Digital Pins 0.45
(SDOUT, GPIO[0:3])
VOL IOL = +5mA — — 0.45 V —

Notes:
1. Pre-emphasis is disabled.
2. This applies for DDO0 and DDO1.
3. The specifications provided are per symbol, not a combined value.
4. Current listed is an increase to ICC_CORE when stated condition is true.
5. Selected clock source = VCO free running.

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2.3 AC Electrical Characteristics

Table 2-3: AC Electrical Characteristics

VCC_SDI, VCC_CORE, VDD = 1.8V ±5% and VCCO_0, VCCO_1 = +1.2/1.8/2.5V ±5%, TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise shown.
The rise/fall time of signals at source should not be more than 62ns.

Parameter Symbol Conditions Min Typ Max Units Notes

Serial Input Data Rate DRSDI — 0.001 — 2.97 Gb/s —
Upstream Launch Swing VSDI — 720 800 880 mVpp 3

Differential Output  200mV 150 200 250 mVppd 9

VDDO
Voltage Swing 800mV 600 800 1000 mVppd 10
Intrinsic Input Jitter Tolerance IIJT MADI/SD/HD/3G 0.8 0.95 — UI —
PLL Lock Time—
tALOCK — — 75 — ms 6
Asynchronous
SD — — 10 μs 6
PLL Lock Time—Synchronous tSLOCK
HD/3G — — 2 μs 6
triseDDO1,
DDO, DDO, Rise/Fall Time All rates — — 40 ps 5,7
tfallDDO1
DDO Mismatch in 
— — — — 8 ps 5,7
Rise/Fall Time
DDO Duty Cycle Distortion — — — — 10 ps 7
5MHz to 1.485GHz — — -17 dB 1
Input Return Loss —
1.485GHz to 2.97GHz — — -12 dB 1
tOJ(125Mb/s) 450m — 0.01 0.05 UIpp 2,11
tOJ(270Mb/s) 450m — 0.05 0.20 UIpp 2,11
Serial Data Output Jitter
DDO0, DDO0 tOJ(270Mb/s) 400m — 0.05 0.10 UIpp 2,11
DDO1, DDO1
tOJ(1.485Gb/s) 260m — 0.03 0.10 UIpp 2,11
tOJ(2.97Gb/s) 190m — 0.05 0.10 UIpp 2,11

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Table 2-3: AC Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
VCC_SDI, VCC_CORE, VDD = 1.8V ±5% and VCCO_0, VCCO_1 = +1.2/1.8/2.5V ±5%, TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise shown.
The rise/fall time of signals at source should not be more than 62ns.

Parameter Symbol Conditions Min Typ Max Units Notes

Setting 0.0625x — 10 — kHz 8
Setting 0.125x — 20 — kHz 8
BWLOOP(125Mb/s) Setting 0.25x — 38 — kHz 8
Setting 0.5x (Default) — 76 — kHz 8
Setting 1.0x — 150 — kHz 8
Setting 0.0625x — 20 — kHz 8
Setting 0.125x — 40 — kHz 8
BWLOOP(270Mb/s) Setting 0.25x — 80 — kHz 8
Setting 0.5x — 160 — kHz 8
Setting 1.0x (Default) — 316 — kHz 8
PLL Loop Bandwidth
Setting 0.0625x — 110 — kHz 8
Setting 0.125x — 220 — kHz 8
BWLOOP(1.485Gb/s) Setting 0.25x — 440 — kHz 8
Setting 0.5x (Default) — 876 — kHz 8
Setting 1.0x — 1750 — kHz 8
Setting 0.0625x — 220 — kHz 8
Setting 0.125x — 440 — kHz 8
BWLOOP(2.97Gb/s) Setting 0.25x — 880 — kHz 8
Setting 0.5x (Default) — 1.76 — MHz 8
Setting 1.0x — 3.5 — MHz 8
Table Notes:
1. Values achieved with Semtech evaluation board and connector.
2. Measured using a clean input source.
3. Default value for CFG_EQ_INPUT_LAUNCH_SWING_COMP parameter in control register 0x18. The default parameter value is 80d (50h).
4. Default trace driver swing Setting.
5. Rise/Fall time was measured between 80% and 20%.
6. Please see [Link] for the further definition on Synchronous and Asynchronous Lock Time.
7. This specification applies to and DDO1/DDO1 and DDO0/DDO0.
8. Please see PLL_LOOP_ BANDWIDTH_ 1 for the full range of loop bandwidth settings.
9. Output Driver Setting of 8.
10. Output Driver Setting of 36.
11. Max jitter occurs at the maximum cable length.
Note: For GSPI Timing see Table 4-11: GSPI Timing Parameters.

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3. Input/Output Circuits

VCCO_1 VCCO_1 VCCO_1

VCC_SDI VCC_SDI VCC_SDI

1kΩ
75Ω
SDI SDI_TERM 50Ω 50Ω

RC RC
DDO DDO

3.5kΩ

Figure 3-1: SDI, SDI_TERM

Figure 3-2: DDO1/DDO1, DDO0/DDO0

VDD VDD VDD VDD VDD

100kΩ

SDIN,
SCLK CS

100kΩ

Figure 3-3: SDIN, SCLK Figure 3-4: CS .

VCC_CORE

VDD VCC_CORE

1kΩ
GPIO[0:3]
VDD VDD
100kΩ

VDD

SDOUT

Figure 3-5: SDOUT Figure 3-6: GPIO[0:3]

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4. Detailed Description

4.1 Device Description

The GS3241 features a 75Ω internally terminated Cable Equalizer, which can equalize up
to 190m of Belden1694A cable at 3G. The device includes a CDR which will lock to and
retime valid SMPTE, MADI, and DVB-ASI signals to produce extremely low output jitter,
even at extended cable lengths. The CDR has extensive LBW control to enable jitter
transfer optimization. To facilitate system testing, the device also includes 3D eye
monitor, PRBS7 checker and generator. The two trace drivers have independent
amplitude and pre-emphasis control which can compensate for 14dB of insertion loss at
1.485GHz. The pre-emphasis control is two dimensional in both drivers, where both
pre-emphasis pulse amplitude and width adjustments can be made to help optimize for
interconnect mismatches such as vias and connectors.

4.1.1 Sleep Mode

To enable low power operation, the GS3241 has manual and automatic sleep mode
control.
The default mode is automatic sleep mode on LOS (Loss Of Signal). The device can also
be manually put into sleep mode. When the device is in sleep mode, all the core blocks
are powered down, except the host interface and carrier detect circuits. The trace driver
can be configured to be disabled or muted during sleep.
The CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP and CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP parameters in register 0x3,
control the sleep mode of the device. The default value of the CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP
parameter is 1b (auto sleep). While in auto sleep mode, the CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP
parameter has no effect. To enable host control of the sleep mode, set the
CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP parameter to 0b manual sleep control. To prevent the device from
entering sleep, set the CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP parameter to 0b (not sleep). To manually
configure the device to sleep, set the CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP parameter to 1b (sleep).
The device can also be manually made to sleep through the GPIO pins. The default GPIO
pin to control sleep is GPIO2 (pin 33). Drive this pin HIGH to make the device sleep.
Section 4.6 describes the PRBS generator function. If the device's PRBS generator is
intended to be used without a valid input signal, the device should be manually set to
not sleep as described above. Without a valid input signal, an LOS status will be
generated and the device will enter sleep mode and the PRBS block will be disabled. For
a description of LOS thresholds and settings, see Section 4.2.3.

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4.2 Cable Equalizer
The GS3241 can automatically adjust its gain to equalize and restore SMPTE compliant
signals received over different lengths of coaxial cable having loss characteristics similar
to Belden 8281 or 1694A. With the default settings, the device will automatically
equalize MADI at 125Mb/s and most common SMPTE compliant signal between SD at
270Mb/s and 3G-SDI at 2.97Gb/s and bypass signals below 125Mb/s.
The GS3241 features programmable Launch Swing Compensation, squelch threshold
adjust, and bypass, all of which can be set through the device's host interface. The
equalized or bypassed signal is then routed to the eye monitor and serial digital re-timer
(CDR) block.

4.2.1 Cable Equalizer Bypass

With the default settings, the device will automatically bypass signals below 125Mb/s.
During cable equalizer-bypass mode, the device supports LOW data rate and slow edge
signals such as SMPTE310 and AES3id. The rise/fall times must not exceed 62ns. These
signals will not be re-timed by the CDR block. The following two methods allow the user
to force the signal to bypass the equalization and DC restoration stages:
1. Via the host interface, by setting CTRL_CEQ_AUTO_BYPASS to 0b, and
CTRL_CEQ_MANUAL_BYPASS to 1b in register 0x17.
2. Via the GPIO[0:3] pin (see Section 4.8).

4.2.2 Upstream Launch Swing Compensation

The GS3241 cable equalizer has an automatic gain control circuit, that is optimized on
the assumption that the trace driver in the upstream device is SMPTE compliant and has
a launch swing of 800mVpp ±10%. When the source amplitude is known to be
non-SMPTE compliant, a compensation adjustment can be made in the GS3241. The
GS3241 can adjust for launch swings in the range of 250mV to 1V in approximately
50mVppd increments. Upstream launch swing compensation can be adjusted through
the CFG_EQ_INPUT_LAUNCH_SWING_COMP parameter in control register 0x18. The
default parameter value is 80d (50h), which corresponds to a nominal launch swing of
800mVppd.

4.2.3 Carrier Detect, Squelch Control, and Loss of Signal

The GS3241 cable equalizer has highly configurable carrier detection and squelching
capability. The carrier detection can be made more robust against spurious signals and
noise at the inputs and the squelch control can be configured and enabled to reduce
false outputs to low level signals such as crosstalk.
The GS3241 reports two separate carrier detect parameters—STAT_PRI_CD and
STAT_SEC_CD. They are described in Section [Link] and Section [Link] respectively.
Note: The parameters referred to within Section 4.2.3 to Section [Link] are linked to
their respective registers in Table 4-1.

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[Link] Primary Carrier Detection (STAT_PRI_CD) Configuration
Primary carrier detection (STAT_PRI_CD) can be configured for higher stability by
filtering out longer transients or glitches. This can be achieved by increasing the
sampling window over which the signal is sampled and the number of samples required
to assert or de-assert it.
There are three configuration parameters that control assertion or de-assertion of
STAT_PRI_CD:
 CFG_CD_FILTER_SAMPLE_WIN
 CFG_FILTER_DEASSERT_CNT
 CFG_CD_FILTER_ASSERT_CNT

See Figure 4-1 for a visual representation of the STAT_PRI_CD configuration

parameters.
With the default values in place:
 An assertion (setting HIGH) of STAT_PRI_CD will take place after a valid signal is
present for ~6.5ms
 A de-assertion (setting LOW) of STAT_PRI_CD will take place after loss of a valid
signal for ~96ms
If the application requires any adjustment of the sampling window, assertion count, or
de-assertion count, please consult the following equations to calculate the associated
time to assert or de-assert STAT_PRI_CD.
STAT_PRI_CD de-assert time:
 (1.6μs) * (CFG_CD_FILTER_SAMPLE_WIN + 1) * CFG_CD_FILTER_ DEASSERT_CNT 

STAT_PRI_CD assert time:

 (1.6μs) * (CFG_CD_FILTER_SAMPLE_WIN + 1) * CFG_CD_FILTER_ASSERT_CNT

= ASSERT Threshold
CFG_CD_FILTER_ASSERT_CNT =n
n=1 n=2 n=3 …

Time in clock cycles

CFG_CD_FILTER_SAMPLE_WIN

= DEASSERT Threshold
CFG_CD_FILTER_DEASSERT_CNT =n
n=1 n=2 n=3 …

Time in clock cycles

CFG_CD_FILTER_SAMPLE_WIN

Figure 4-1: STAT_PRI_CD Configuration Parameters

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[Link] Secondary Carrier Detection (STAT_SEC_CD) Configuration
The secondary carrier detection signal acts as an additional carrier detection which can
be further filtered through squelch controls. It also serves as the control signal for Mute
on LOS (Loss Of Signal) and Disable on LOS. Please refer to Section 4.7.6 to
Section [Link] for further information on this.
If the application requires the use of squelch settings, start by setting the following:
 CFG_SEC_CD_INCL_CLI_SQUELCH = 1
Once this parameter is set, the device will apply squelch based off of the settings found
within the following parameters:
 CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_THRESHOLD
 CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_HYSTERESIS
The device will use these parameters to determine squelch status and set that within
STAT_CLI_SQUELCH. Based off of this, secondary carrier detection can be described as:
 STAT_SEC_CD = inverse of (STAT_CLI_SQUELCH & STAT_PRI_CD).
To help detail how the device determines the state of Squelch, we define the following
variables:
 CLI = STAT_CABLE_LEN_INDICATION
 THR = CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_THRESHOLD
 HYS = CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_HYSTERESIS
 SQL = STAT_CLI_SQUELCH
The following rules define the state of SQL. Note: If the cable equalizer is in bypass
(STAT_CEQ_BYPASS = 1), the device will set SQL to 0.
 If CLI > (THR + HYS), the device will set SQL to 1, otherwise:
 If CLI < (THR - HYS), the device will set SQL to 0, otherwise:
 If CLI ≥ (THR - HYS) and CLI ≤ (THR + HYS), SQL remains unchanged
 If SQL = 1, the device will not indicate lock and the trace driver state will be
defined by output state control parameters settings, see Section 4.7.6 for more
details

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Table 4-1: Cable Equalizer Status and Configuration Parameters

Register Addressh and Name Parameter Name Parameter Description

15, CARR_ DET_CFG CFG_SEC_CD_INCL_CLI_SQUELCH Enables or disables squelch control.

Used to tune the squelch threshold based on the

CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_THRESHOLD
tolerance requirements of the application.
16, SQUELCH_ PARAMETERS
Used to tune the squelch hysteresis based on the
CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_HYSTERESIS
tolerance requirements of the application.

20, CD_FILTER_ DELAYS_0 CFG_CD_FILTER_SAMPLE_WIN Primary carrier detect sampling window size.

21, CD_FILTER_ DELAYS_1 CFG_CD_FILTER_DEASSERT_CNT Primary carrier detect de-assertion count.

22, CD_FILTER_ DELAYS_2 CFG_CD_FILTER_ASSERT_CNT Primary carrier detect assertion count.

A counter showing the number of times the primary

STAT_CNT_PRI_CD_CHANGES
Carrier Detect signal changed.
84, STICKY_ COUNTS_0
A counter showing the number of times the secondary
STAT_CNT_SEC_CD_CHANGES
Carrier Detect signal changed.

86, CURRENT_ STATUS_0 STAT_CLI_SQUELCH Cable equalizer Squelch status.

Primary filtered carrier detect of the analog carrier detect

STAT_PRI_CD
signal.
87, CURRENT_ STATUS_1
Secondary filtered carrier detect of the analog carrier
STAT_SEC_CD
detect signal.

88, EQ_GAIN_IND STAT_CABLE_LEN_INDICATION SDI cable length indicator.

4.3 Serial Digital Re-timer (CDR)

The GS3241 includes an integrated CDR, whose purpose is to lock to a valid incoming
signal from the cable equalizer stage and produce a lower jitter signal at the cable or
trace driver outputs. The CDR has the ability to lock to any of the following data rates:
MADI (125Mb/s), SD-SDI (270Mb/s), HD-SDI (1.485Gb/s), and 3G-SDI (2.97Gb/s). This
includes the f/1.001 [Link] default settings of the re-timer block are optimal for most
applications. However, the following controls allow the user to customize the behaviour
of the re-timer: LBW control, Automatic and Manual Rate Detection. Please see
Section 4.3.1 to Section 4.3.2 for a description of these functionalities.
Note: The parameters referred to within Section 4.3.1 to Section 4.3.2 are linked to their
respective registers in Table 4-3. For a complete list of registers and functions, please see
Section 5.

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4.3.1 PLL Loop Bandwidth Control
The ratio of output peak-to-peak jitter to input peak-to-peak jitter of the CDR can be
represented by a low-pass jitter transfer function, with a bandwidth equal to the PLL
LBW. Although the default LBW settings for the GS3241 CDR are ideal for most SDI
signals, the GS3241 allows the user to adjust the LBW for each supported rate.
Registers 0x0B through 0x0C contain the following parameters which allow the user to
configure rate dependent LBW: CFG_PLL_LBW_3G, CFG_PLL_LBW_HD,
CFG_PLL_LBW_SD, and CFG_PLL_LBW_MADI. The LBW settings are defined in terms
of ratios of the nominal LBW. For each rate, where '1.0x' is the nominal LBW, the following
ratios are available: 0.0625x, 0.125x, 0.25x, 0.5x, and 1.0x. Table 2-3 provides the specific
loop bandwidths for each data rate and LBW setting. Lowering the LBW will lower the
jitter amplitude above the LBW frequency. Although lower output jitter is desirable, the
lower LBW may reduce the device’s IJT to very high jitter that may be present outside the
LBW.

4.3.2 Automatic and Manual Rate Detection

With the default rate detect setting, the CDR will automatically attempt to lock to any of
following data rates: MADI (125Mb/s), SD-SDI (270Mb/s), HD-SDI (1.485Gb/s), and
3G-SDI (2.97Gb/s). This includes the f/1.001 rates. However, the CDR can be configured
to only lock to a single rate, by setting the CFG_AUTO_RATE_DETECT_ENA and
CFG_MANUAL_RATE parameters in register 0x06.
The STAT_LOCK parameter in register 0x86 will indicate that the CDR is locked when its
value is 1b and unlocked when its value is 0b. The lock status can also be monitored
externally on any GPIO pin, however it is the default mode for GPIO1, pin 18. The
STAT_DETECTED_RATE parameter in register 0x87 will indicate the data rate at which
the CDR is locked to. A value of 0d in the STAT_DETECTED_RATE parameter indicates
that the device is not locked, while values between 1d and 4d will indicate that the
device is locked to one of the four available rates between MADI at 125Mb/s and 3G-SDI
at 2.97Gb/s.

Table 4-2: Detected Data Rates

STAT_DETECTED_
Detected Data Rate
RATE [2:0]

0 Unlocked

1 MADI (125Mb/s)

2 SD (270Mb/s)

3 HD (1.485Gb/s)

4 3G (2.97Gb/s)

5 Reserved

6 Reserved

7 Reserved

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If the CDR cannot lock to any of the valid rates in automatic mode or the selected rate in
manual mode, the signal can automatically be bypassed to the output. If the CDR does
lock to the incoming signal, the re-timed and bypassed (if manual bypass control
enabled) signals are available at the appropriate output. See the Section 4.7 for more
details.

4.3.3 Lock Time

[Link] Synchronous and Asynchronous Lock Time

Synchronous lock time is defined as the time it takes the device to re-lock to an existing
signal that has been momentarily interrupted or to a new signal of the same data rate
as the previous signal which has been quickly switched in.
Asynchronous lock time is defined as the time it takes the device to lock when a signal
is first applied to the serial digital inputs, or when the signal rate changes. The
asynchronous and synchronous lock times are defined in Table 2-3.
Note: To ensure synchronous lock times are met, the maximum interruption time of the
signal is 10μs for an SD-SDI signal. HD, and 3G signals must have a maximum
interruption time of 6μs. The new signal, after interruption, must have the same
frequency as the original signal but may have an arbitrary phase.

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Table 4-3: CDR Control and Status Parameters

Register Addressh
Parameter Name Description
and Name

Enables or disables the automatic rate detection mode of the

CFG_AUTO_RATE_DETECT_ENA
CDR.
06,
RATE_ DETECT_ MODE Select a single rate for CDR rate detection when
CFG_MANUAL_RATE
CFG_AUTO_RATE_DETECT_ENA is 0b.

0B, CFG_PLL_LBW_3G Configures the Loop Bandwidth for 3G signals.

PLL_LOOP_
BANDWIDTH_ 1 CFG_PLL_LBW_HD Configures the Loop Bandwidth for HD signals.

0C, CFG_PLL_LBW_SD Configures the Loop Bandwidth for SD signals.

PLL_LOOP_
BANDWIDTH_ 2 CFG_PLL_LBW_MADI Configures the LBW for MADI signals.

11, CFG_GPIO1_FUNCTION Sets the function of GPIO1.

GPIO1_CFG CFG_GPIO1_OUTPUT_ ENA Sets the GPIO pin as either an output or an input.

Counter showing the number of times the PLL lock status

STAT_CNT_PLL_LOCK_CHANGES
85, changed.
STICKY_ COUNTS_1 Counter showing the number of times the PLL lock rate
STAT_CNT_RATE_CHANGES
changed.

86,
STAT_LOCK The status of the PLL. Locked, or unlocked.
CURRENT_ STATUS_0

87,
STAT_DETECTED_RATE The rate at which the PLL is locked to.
CURRENT_ STATUS_1

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4.4 PRBS Checker
The GS3241 includes an integrated PRBS checker, which can error check a PRBS7 signal
out of the cable equalizer input block.
There are two modes of operation for the PRBS checker:
• Timed Mode: Used for precise measurements of up to ~3.334s.
 In timed mode, the host sets the measurement time and executes the checker
operation. The device ends the PRBS error check measurement when the timer
expires, and the host reads back the measurement status and error count.
• Continuous Mode: Can be used for longer measurements but with less precision in
the time interval.
 In continuous mode, the host controls the starts and stops of the PRBS error
checking operation then reads back the measurement status and error count.

Note: When working with the PRBS Checker, please note the following:
• The parameters referred to in this Section 4.4.1 to Section 4.4.2 are briefly described
and linked to their respective registers in Table 4-4. For a complete list of registers
and functions, please see Section 5.
• The PRBS generator and checker can be active at the same time, however, the
generator can not be looped back on itself for error checking.

4.4.1 Timed PRBS Check Measurement Procedure

For applications where measurement times are ~3.34s or less, the timed PRBS check
mode is the most suitable. Alternatively, to achieve precise timing for lower BER signals,
the timed PRBS check measurement can be repeated by the host and the total
measurement time and error count is determined by summing the individual
measurements.
In timed mode, the host sets the total measurement time by setting the
CFG_PRBS_CHECK_PREDIVIDER and the CFG_PRBS_CHECK_MEAS_TIME
parameters to the required values to achieve the total measurement time required by
the application.
To perform a timed PRBS measurement, please complete the following steps:

1. Set the appropriate settings within CFG_PRBS_CHECK_PREDIVIDER and

CFG_PRBS_CHECK_MEAS_TIME to achieve the total measurement time required
by the application. The TMT (Total Measurement Time) is determined by the
following equation:
TMT = CFG_PRBS_CHECK_PREDIVIDER * (CFG_PRBS_CHECK_MEAS_TIME
*256+1) * (1/40MHz)

Note: Using the default CFG_PRBS_CHECK_PREDIVIDER setting of 0 (pre-divider
= 4) and CFG_PRBS_CHECK_MEAS_TIME setting of 3 (MEAS_TIME = 3), the TMT
(total measurement time) is ~77μs per measurement.
2. Follow the steps outlined in Figure 4-2: Timed PRBS Check Flow.

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4.4.2 Continuous PRBS Check Measurement Procedure
As previously mentioned, the maximum measurement time for a timed PRBS error
measurement is ~3.35 seconds. For links with very low error rates, this time is insufficient
to capture an adequate number of errors. For these situations, the continuous PRBS
check measurement is more appropriate.
In continuous PRBS measurement mode, the measurement can run as long as required
(assuming the device remains locked) to ensure the BER test level is met.
To perform a continuous PRBS measurement, please follow the steps outlined in the
flowchart found within Figure 4-3: Continuous PRBS Check Flow.

Table 4-4: PRBS Checker Parameter Description

Addressh Parameter Name Description

50, CFG_PRBS_CHECK_PREDIVIDER Selects pre-divider for PRBS check measurement timer.

PRBS_ Selects PRBS check measurement interval for timed
CHK_CFG CFG_PRBS_CHECK_MEAS_TIME
measurements.

51, Selects between timed and continuous type PRBS

CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_TIMED_CONT_B
PRBS_CHK_ measurement.
CTRL TRL_PRBS_CHECK_START Used to start and stop PRBS measurements.

89,
PRBS_ STAT_PRBS_CHK_ERR_CNT PRBS error count storage location.
CHK_ERR_CNT

8A, STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS Status indication of PRBS checker.

PRBS_
CHK_STATUS STAT_PRBS_CHECK_LAST_ABORT Indication bit for PRBS successful completion or abort.

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 Note:
The host must not change ctrl_prbs_check_start Start Timed PRBS Check Measurement
during a PRBS timed check except as described in
this diagram. There is no capability for the host to
abort a timed PRBS check once requested.
In particular, after setting ctrl_prbs_check_start to
1 for a timed check, the host is not permitted to
write ctrl_prbs_check_start back to 0 until the Host sets
device sets stat_prbs_check_status to 2 or 3 CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_TIMED_CONT_B = 1
indicating completion or abort. Behaviour is Device clears error count
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START = 1 And attempts to start PRBS
undefined if it does so; it would lead to race
conditions in the host <-> device handshake. checker based on lock
condition of device

Device Sets
STAT_PRBS_CHK_ERR_CNT = 0
Loss of lock occurred during measurement
or at the beginning of measurement
initiation. Error count is invalid

Resets PRBS
checker.

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS Host sets

YES
=3 CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START = 0
YES

Prepares device
NO for next
NO operation

Device Sets
STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS =
0

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS
=1
YES

PRBS Checker is ready for new

operation
NO Status indicates that
NO timer Expired, PRBS
Timed Measurement
Complete

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS
STAT
A _PRBS_CHECK_STAT
A US
=2

Resets PRBS
YES checker.

Host sets
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START = 0

NO

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS
=0

YES

PRBS Error Check Completed

Successfully
User reads Error count from
STAT_PRBS_CHK_ERR_CNT

Figure 4-2: Timed PRBS Check Flow

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 Start Continuous PRBS Check
Measurement

Host sets Device clears error count

CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_TIMED_CONT_B = 0 And attempts to start PRBS
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START = 1 checker based on lock
condition of device

Device Sets
STAT_PRBS_CHK_ERR_CNT = 0

Loss of lock occurred during

measurement or at the
beginning of measurement
initiation. Error count is invalid

Resets PRBS
checker.

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS Host sets

YES
=3 CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START = 0

Prepares device
for next
operation
NO
Device Sets
STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS =
NO
=1 0

NO YES
Host may terminate PRBS
measurement at anytime
by completing this action. PRBS Checker is ready for new
operation
Host sets
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START
=0

YES YES

NO

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS
=0

YES

STAT_PRBS_CHECK_LAST_ABORT
=1

This step is to ensure that an error did

not occur between ending the PRBS
measurement and the last polling of
STAT_PRBS_CHECK_STATUS.
NO

PRBS Error Check Completed

Successfully
User reads Error count from
STAT_PRBS_CHK_ERR_CNT

Figure 4-3: Continuous PRBS Check Flow

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4.5 EYE Monitor
The GS3241 includes an integrated eye monitor, which can scan the equalized signal
from the cable equalizer input block. The eye monitor is capable of performing a full
128h x 256v matrix-scan or simply a 4 coordinate shape-scan of the equalized signal
(See Figure 4-4).
Note: If the eye monitor will be used during normal operation of the device (cable
equalizer mission mode), the user must ensure that the Device Power-up Sequence in
Section 4.9.12 is completed to prevent temporary signal disturbance when enabling the
eye monitor.

Figure 4-4: Full Matrix Scan (left) and 4-Point Shape Scan (right)

The eye monitor is highly configurable, and the host can configure the offset, resolution,
sample time, and error threshold parameters to control the depth and execution time of
the scan. The EYE Monitor scans the signal from the cable equalizer block. Similar to the
PRBS Checker, the eye monitor is controlled through a 4-way handshake mechanism.
The following sections outline the scan parameters and procedure to configure the eye
scan area, error threshold, and run a shape or full scan.

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4.5.1 Shape Scan and Measurement Time

0
Default Max Horizontal Scan Resolution
Vertical 128
Offset
Start

Vertical Offset Step = 1

Phase Step = 1
Max Vertical Scan Resolution

Vertical
Offset Start
256

Vertical
Offset Stop

Phase Start Phase Stop Vertical Offset Step = 2

Phase Step = 1

Default
Vertical
Offset
Stop
255
0 127

Default Default
Phase Phase
Start Stop Vertical Offset Step = 4
Phase Step = 4

Figure 4-5: Eye Scan Matrix Parameters

Figure 4-5 shows a visual representation of the scan matrix and indicates the spatial
parameters that determine the scan area and resolution. Running a scan using the
default offset and step parameters, results in 32768 (128x255) samples. The number of
samples and thus, the total scan time can be reduced to meet the needs of the
application. The scan area can be reduced by reducing the span determined by the
vertical and phase start and stop offsets, or the resolution can be reduced by increasing
the step size between adjacent samples. On the right in Figure 4-5, there are three step
settings used as examples, however there are a total of nine combinations possible. See
Table 4-6 for the register addresses and parameter names of the spatial eye scan
parameters.
For example, by increasing the vertical and phase step size to 4, the resolution is
reduced to (1/4)2, thus reducing the number of samples down to 2048 (32768x1/16).

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The vertical and horizontal scan information is useful when adjusting pre-emphasis and
equalization of a link. However, once this is accomplished, it may be sufficient to use the
eye scanner to only monitor jitter by setting the offsets to simply slice the eye at the
centre offset position, thus obtaining a simple 128 sample horizontal scan. A horizontal
eye can be configured to run in just over a millisecond.
In addition to the spatial parameters, the sample time, and thus the bit error rate
resolution for the eye scan can be adjusted; longer scans can detect finer bit error rates.
However, this proportionally increases the total scan time. The sample time in
microseconds is determined by a 32-bit time-out value split across two 16 bit registers.
See Table 4-6 for the register addresses and parameter names of the time-out eye scan
parameters.
For example, using the default spatial and temporal measurement scan parameters, the
scan time is approximately 6.6 seconds (32768 x 2 x 100μs). However, by changing the
vertical and horizontal step size to 4, the scan time can be reduced to 400ms
(2048x2x100μs).
The error count information can be used as is to determine the minimum inner contour
based on the measurement time. However, the basic data can be post processed to
determine things like error rate, and error threshold.
The following equations provide guidance for user post-processing:

Equation 4-1
sample1error1count
error1rate = --------------------------------------------------------------
sample1time

Contour maps can be created by defining error rate thresholds, and grouping sampled
points that fall between thresholds.
For example:

Equation 4-2
sample1time sample1time
------------------------------------------------------------------------  sample1error1threshold  ------------------------------------------------------------------------
error1rate1threshold11 error1rate1threshold12

Some sampling scopes provide eye maps with BER contours; similar limited BER contour
approximations can be obtained from the eye scan by using BER threshold groups.
For example:

Equation 4-3
sample1time1x1data1rate sample1time1x1data1rate
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------  sample1error1threshold  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
error1rate1threshold11 error1rate1threshold12

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Table 4-5: Spatial Scan Configuration Parameters

Register Addressh and Name Parameter Name Description

CTRL_EYE_PHASE_START Horizontal phase start index

5A, EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_0
CTRL_EYE_PHASE_STOP Horizontal phase stop index

CTRL_EYE_PHASE_STEP Horizontal phase step size

5B, EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_1
CTRL_EYE_VERT_OFFSET_START Vertical offset start index

CTRL_EYE_VERT_OFFSET_STOP Vertical offset stop index

5C, EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_2
CTRL_EYE_VERT_OFFSET_STEP Vertical offset step size

The next section describes the implementation of the matrix-scan and shape-scan.

4.5.2 Matrix-Scan and Shape-Scan Operation

The previous section described the parameters used to adjust the spatial and temporal
eye scan settings. Each sample of the eye scan can record up to 65536 errors. A full eye
scan would require 64KB (256 x 128 x 2 Bytes) of memory to store the data of a full scan.
The eye monitor was implemented to use device resources more efficiently by
segmenting a full scan into several partial scan segments. Each partial scans segment
can contain up to 512B of scan data.
In the case of a full matrix-scan, there are 128 partial scan segments and each partial
scan segment contains two complete scan lines (2 x 128 x 2B = 512B). In the case of a
partial matrix-scan, each scan segment contains multiple partial scan lines including
partial lines (see Figure 4-6).

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 1st Partial Scan Error Count = Max
0 <Error Count < Max
2nd Partial Scan
Error Count = 0
... Partial Scan

... Partial Scan

1st Partial Scan
... Partial Scan Vertical Offset Start
1st
... Partial Scan 1 st 2nd
... Partial Scan 2nd
2nd
2nd ...
...
...

... ... Last

Last Vertical Offset Stop
... Partial Scan

... Partial Scan

... Partial Scan

... Partial Scan Phase Start Phase Stop

128th Partial Scan

Figure 4-6: Full Matrix Scan (left) and Partial Matrix Scan (right)

Figure 4-6 illustrates an example of an eye scan, where the sampled eye data is not
centred within the scan matrix. The eye scan data has an arbitrary centre phase relative
to the centre of the matrix which is determined when the eye monitor is powered up.
While the eye monitor remains powered, subsequent scans will maintain the same
relative phase allowing for consecutive scans to be compared for changes.
Although the scan data is not centred, a simple algorithm can be applied to the data to
shift the eye data and extract the relevant information.
In addition to the matrix-scan, the eye monitor includes a built-in function called a
shape-scan. The shape-scan returns four coordinates corresponding to the horizontal
and vertical extremes of the inner eye (Figure 4-7).

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 Error Count = Max
> error count threshold
Error Count = 0

Positive Edge
(PE)

Right Edge Left Edge

(RE) (LE)

Negative Edge
(NE)

Figure 4-7: 4-Point Scan Coordinates Relative to the Eye

The four points obtained from the shape-scan can be used to quickly and easily
calculate the eye height and width of the signal eye. The shape-scan alone will most
likely meet the signal analysis requirements of most applications. Alternatively, the
coordinates obtained from the shape-scan can be used to optimize the bounds of a
partial matrix-scan. The four points returned from the shape-scan are determined by the
error rate threshold set by the error threshold parameter and the time-out parameters
previously discussed.

Table 4-6: Time-out Eye Scan Parameters

Register Addressh and Name Parameter Name Description

56, EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_2 CFG_EYE_BER_THRESHOLD Number of sample errors to determine fail

54, EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_0 CFG_EYE_MON_TIMEOUT_MS MSB of measurement time in microseconds

55, EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_1 CFG_EYE_MON_TIMEOUT_LS LSB of measurement time in microseconds

This section provides a step-by-step procedure to run a matrix and shape-scan. The
shape-scan procedure is described first.

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Shape-Scan Procedure:
1. Ensure the offset and step parameters described in Table 4-5 are set to their default
values.
2. Configure the 4-point error rate threshold by setting each of the parameters listed
in Table 4-6.
3. Configure the eye monitor to run a shape-scan by setting
CTRL_EYE_SHAPE_SCAN_B to 1.
Start the scan and poll the scanner status register until the scan is complete. Please refer
to the flow diagram in Figure 4-8.

Please Note the Following: Run Shape Scan

- While the eye is monitor

powered-up, the cable equalizer Host powers up eye monitor and starts
input only has partial adaptation Shape Scan by setting:
Note: the host can write
enabled. CTRL_EYE_MON_POWER_CTRL = 1 ctrl_eye_mon_power_ctrl = 1 and
CTRL_EYE_MON_START = 1 ctrl_eye_mon_start = 1 in the
same GSPI write, i.e. at the same
- Status = STAT_EYE_MON_STATUS time. It is not necessary to set the
power up first.

Host reads scan status from

STAT_EYE_MON_STATUS

3 1 or 0
Status

Host determines Eye Width and Eye Height by reading from

the following 4 registers:

le = STAT_EYE_SHAPE_LEFT_EDGE_PHASE
Scan Failed re = STAT_EYE_SHAPE_RIGHT_EDGE_PHASE
Reset Eye Scanner pe =STAT_EYE_SHAPE_POS_EDGE_OFFSET
ne =STAT_EYE_SHAPE_NEG_EDGE_OFFSET
if pe > ne:
EyeHeight = (256 + ne - pe)
else:
EyeHeight = (ne - pe)
if le > re:
EyeWidtht = (128 + re - le)
else:
EyeWidtht = (re - le)

Host Resets Eye Scanner for new scan by

setting CTRL_EYE_MON_START = 0
Or power down by setting
CTRL_EYE_MON_POWER_CTRL = 0

NO

Status = 0?

Shape Scan
Complete

Figure 4-8: Shape-Scan Flow Diagram

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Matrix-Scan Procedure:
1. Set the bounds of the matrix-scan with the offset and step parameters described in
Table 4-5. The default value results in a full matrix-scan. Alternatively, the
shape-scan can be executed and the coordinates returned can be used to minimize
the scan time and data size of the scan.
2. Configure the 4-point error rate threshold by setting each of the parameters listed
in Table 4-6.
3. Configure the eye monitor to run a matrix-scan by setting
CTRL_EYE_SHAPE_SCAN_B to 0.
4. Start the scan and poll the scanner status register until the scan is complete. Please
refer to the flow diagram in Figure 4-9.

Read Eye Scan Buffer Procedure:

1. Host reads image size from STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE. 
Note: The matrix-scan is composed of multiple partial scan segments. The size (in
Bytes) of the last partial scan segment is stored in STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE.
2. Host reads scan buffer data from register 0x6CC1 to (0x6CC1 + (size read from
STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE)/2).
 Address 0x6CC1 is the first header word corresponding to the last vertical offset
position in the matrix that was read
 Address 0x6CC2 is the second header word corresponding to the image size.
This value is a copy of the image size that was read from
STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE.
 Address 0x6CC3 to (0x6CC1 + (size read from STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE)/2) is the
eye scan data.
 The image data is 2 bytes per sample point
 Making reference to the Matrix shown in Figure 4-5, the eye scan data
starting at 0x6CC3 is stored in order from left to right, top to bottom, from
the last stored vertical/horizontal position in the matrix
The number of samples contained in the scan buffer is equal to (size read from
STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE - 4)/2.

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Please Note the Following: Run Scan

- While the eye is monitor powered-up, YES

the cable equalizer input only has partial
adaptation enabled.

Host powers up eye monitor and starts Status = 0?

- Status = STAT_EYE_MON_STATUS
Matrix Scan by setting:
CTRL_EYE_MON_POWER_CTRL = 1 Note: the host can write
- Partial = STAT_EYE_SCAN_PARTIAL_OR_FULL ctrl_eye_mon_power_ctrl = 1 and
CTRL_EYE_MON_START = 1 ctrl_eye_mon_start = 1 in the
same GSPI write, i.e. at the same
NO
time. It is not necessary to set the
power up first.

Host reads scan status from

STAT_EYE_MON_STATUS

3 1 or 0
status

Host preforms Host Resets Eye Scanner for

Scan Failed Read Buffer Eye Scan new scan by setting
Reset Eye Scanner Scan Data CTRL_EYE_MON_START = 0
Procedure

NO

Partial = 1? YES

Host Resets Eye Scanner for new scan by

setting CTRL_EYE_MON_START = 0
Or power down by setting
CTRL_EYE_MON_POWER_CTRL = 0

NO

Status = 0?

Full Eye Scan

Complete

Figure 4-9: Matrix-Scan Flow Diagram

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4.6 PRBS Generator
The GS3241 includes an integrated PRBS generator which can produce a differential
PRBS7 or a divided clock signal on either output for system testing.
Note: When working with the PRBS Generator, please note the following.
• The PRBS generator and checker can be active at the same time, however, the
generator can not be looped back on itself for error checking.
• If the application requires adjustments to the default output swing, please see
Section 4.7.4.
• The parameters referred to within this section are linked to their respective
registers in Table 4-7. For a complete list of registers and functions, please see
Section 5.
1. Select the PRBS generator as the source on the appropriate output:
 To switch DDO0/DDO0 from data mode to PRBS generator mode, set
CTRL_OUTPUT0_SIGNAL_SEL = 1
 To switch DDO1/DDO1 from data mode to PRBS generator mode, set
CTRL_OUTPUT1_SIGNAL_SEL = 1
2. The default device settings are configured to power down the device on loss of
input signal. If the PRBS generator is to be used without a valid input signal, then
the following automatic setting parameters must be disabled. This must be done to
ensure device is powered up and the outputs are active for the PRBS generator.
The following settings are required for PRBS generator on either output:
 CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP = 0
 CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP = 0
The following settings are required when DDO1/DDO1 is selected as PRBS
output:
 CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_MUTE = 0
 CTRL_OUTPUT1_MANUAL_MUTE = 0
 CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_DISABLE = 0
 CTRL_OUTPUT1_MANUAL_DISABLE = 0
The following settings are required when DDO0/DDO0 is selected as PRBS
output:
 CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_MUTE = 0
 CTRL_OUTPUT0_MANUAL_MUTE = 0
 CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_DISABLE = 0
 CTRL_OUTPUT0_MANUAL_DISABLE = 0
3. Set the values within the following parameters which meet the needs of the
application:
 CTRL_PRBS_GEN_SIGNAL_SELECT
 CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_SRC
 CTRL_PRBS_GEN_DATA_RATE

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  Note: If CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_SRC was set to CDR recovered clock a valid
signal that the CDR has locked to must be present for proper operation, and
the PRBS generator will match this data rate regardless of what rate
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_DATA_RATE is set to.
 CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_DIVIDER
 CTRL_PRBS_GEN_INVERT
4. Start the generator by setting CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ENABLE = 1.
To stop the generator at any time, set CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ENABLE = 0. If the use of the
PRBS generator is complete, revert any settings made in steps 1, 2 and/or 4 to return to
normal operation.

Table 4-7: PRBS Generator Parameter Descriptions

Register Addressh
Parameter Name Description
and Name

CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP Set the device to auto or manual sleep.

3, CONTROL_ SLEEP Manually set the sleep setting of the device when auto
CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP
sleep mode is turned off.

Selects between data or PRBS generator as the driver

CTRL_OUTPUT1_SIGNAL_SEL
source for DDO1/DDO1.
48, OUTPUT_ SIG_SELECT
Selects between data or PRBS generator as the driver
CTRL_OUTPUT0_SIGNAL_SEL
source for DDO0/DDO0.

Select automatic or manual mute control for

CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_MUTE
DDO1/DDO1.

Manually set the mute control for DDO1/DDO1 when

CTRL_OUTPUT1_MANUAL_MUTE
49, CONTROL_ OUTPUT_ auto mute mode is turned off.
MUTE Select automatic or manual mute control for
CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_MUTE
DDO0/DDO0.

Manually set the mute control of the DDO0/DDO0 when

CTRL_OUTPUT0_MANUAL_MUTE
auto mute mode is turned off.

Selects automatic or manual disable control for

CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_DISABLE
DDO1/DDO1.

Manually set the disable control of the DDO1/DDO1

CTRL_OUTPUT1_MANUAL_DISABLE
4A, CONTROL_ OUTPUT_ when auto disable mode is turned off.
DISABLE Selects automatic or manual disable control for
CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_DISABLE
DDO0/DDO0.

Manually set the disable control of the DDO0/DDO0

CTRL_OUTPUT0_MANUAL_DISABLE
when auto disable mode is turned off.

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Table 4-7: PRBS Generator Parameter Descriptions (Continued)

Register Addressh
Parameter Name Description
and Name

Selects between setting the output of the PRBS

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_SIGNAL_SELECT
generator to being a clock or a PRBS test signal.

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_SRC Selects the clock source used by the PRBS generator.

If a clock is selected as the PRBS output signal, this

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_DIVIDER
52, PRBS_GEN_ CTRL parameter sets the divide ratio of the clock.

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_INVERT Allows the polarity of the PRBS signal to be inverted.

If a PRBS test signal is selected as the output signal, this

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_DATA_RATE
parameter sets the data rate of the PRBS7 signal.

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ENABLE Used to enable or disable the PRBS generator.

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4.7 Output Drivers
The GS3241 features two independently-configurable output drivers (see Figure 3-3),
with data (re-timed or bypassed) available on both outputs. The two drivers provide
highly-configurable amplitude and pre-emphasis control. The signal on the outputs can
be inverted to help with signal polarity when layout requires trace inversion. The PRBS
generator is available on both outputs. The LOS (Loss Of Signal) status from the
equalizer stage can be used to automatically mute or disable the outputs on their
assertion. The Loss of Lock status from the CDR block can be used to mute the outputs.
The trace drivers can be configured to mute or disable during sleep. The sleep control
modes takes precedence over the manual or automatic LOS and Loss of Lock output
control modes.
Note: The <n> in the control parameter names refers to the output number. Output 0 is
the trace driver output DDO0 and output 1 is the trace driver output DDO1.

4.7.1 Bypassed Re-timer Signal Output Control

With the default power-up settings, the GS3241 outputs will automatically switch to the
bypassed signal (non-re-timed) whenever the PLL is unlocked. Alternatively, manual
re-timer bypass may be configured by setting the CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_RETIMER_
AUTO_BYPASS and CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_RETIMER_MANUAL_BYPASS parameters in
register 0x4C to 0b and 1b respectively via the host interface, in which case the PLL will
remain bypassed for all rates.
The re-timer bypass function, manual or automatic, does not affect the input
equalization function of the device.
If both outputs are manually disabled, then the device will power down the CDR block
and features of the re-timer such as rate detect and lock detect will no longer be
accessible in this mode.

4.7.2 Output Driver Polarity Inversion

While in data mode, the signal polarity may be inverted at the outputs through the
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_ DATA_ INVERT parameters in register 0x48. This may be useful to
compensate for an inverted upstream signal or to facilitate board signal routing. To
invert the polarity of either of the two output drivers, write 1b to control parameter
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_DATA_ INVERT.

4.7.3 Output Driver Data Rate Selection

By default, the GS3241 uses the SD trace driver output group settings for all data rates,
regardless of CDR lock condition or data rate being applied. The following parameters
are used to control the output for all data rates in the default condition:
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_DRIVER_SWING
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_PREEMPH_WIDTH
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_PREEMPH_AMPL
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_PREEMPH_PWRDWN

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If required, per-rate selection of the trace driver output group setting is possible by
setting CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_TRDR_PER_RATE = 1. Once set, the trace driver output
group will be determined by the rate to which the CDR is locked. For example, if the CDR
is locked to 3G, the following parameters will be used to control the output drivers.
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_DRIVER_SWING
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_PREEMPH_WIDTH
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_PREEMPH_AMPL
 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_PREEMPH_PWRDWN
Note: If per-rate settings are being used, when the CDR is not locked, the trace driver will
use the Bypass trace driver output group settings.

4.7.4 Amplitude and Pre-Emphasis Control

The two output drivers offer very granular amplitude and pre-emphasis control. For
optimal loss compensation, both the pre-emphasis pulse amplitude and the
pre-emphasis pulse width can be independently configured on both output drivers.
This extra flexibility provides a mechanism to better shape the pre-emphasis gain to
match the frequency loss response of interconnect composed of trace, connector and
via losses. The swing and pre-emphasis can be independently configured for specific
data rates.
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_DRIVER_SWING (SD)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_HD_DRIVER_SWING (HD)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_DRIVER_SWING (3G)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_DRIVER_SWING (Bypass)
The output pre-emphasis on the trace driver can be configured for the following four
rates:
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_PREEMPH_WIDTH (SD)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_PREEMPH_AMPL (SD)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_HD_PREEMPH_WIDTH (HD)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_HD_PREEMPH_AMPL (HD)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_PREEMPH_WIDTH (3G)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_3G_PREEMPH_AMPL (3G)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_PREEMPH_WIDTH (Bypass)
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_PREEMPH_AMPL (Bypass)
The trace driver swing can be adjusted in ≈25mVpp increments. The default swing value
is 400Vppd into an external 100Ω differential load. Although an adequate swing and
pre-emphasis can be achieved with a 1.8V output supply, for long traces where
maximum output swing and pre-emphasis range is desired, it is recommended that the
device VCC_DDO output supply pin be connected to a 2.5V supply. The default
pre-emphasis settings provide minimal insertion loss compensation.

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[Link] Pre-emphasis Optimization
The goal of pre-emphasis is to open the eye at the downstream receiver as much as
possible. This means minimizing ISI jitter while meeting sufficient inner eye amplitude
to meet a receiver's input sensitivity.
The only requirement of the trace driver pre-emphasis settings is to minimize ISI
introduced by a lossy link and maximize the eye opening at the receiver. The
Pre-emphasis compensation of the GS3241 output channel is a two-step process. The
first step is to use the settings from Figure 4-10 to Figure 4-17 that best match the
insertion loss of the link in the application, while the second step is a fine optimization
procedure.
In most cases, where the downstream device has a CDR, first step alone may meet the
design target. However, if the downstream device is a non-re-timed buffer or crosspoint,
it may be required to further optimize the settings to minimize the jitter thereby
maximizing the system jitter budget. To do this, please see the Fine Optimization
Procedure.
In the remainder of this section the following abbreviations are used for clarity:
DS = Driver Swing
PPA = Pre-emphasis Pulse Amplitude
PPW = Pre-emphasis Pulse Width
Note: The <n> in the VCCO refers to the output power supply number. Where VCCO_1
is the power supply connection for DDO1/DDO1, and VCCO_0 is the power supply
connection for DDO0/DDO0.
Pre-Emphasis (dB)

7
6
5
5 10 15 5 10 15 10 15 20 10 15 20 15 20 25 15 20 25 20 25 30 PPA

3 4 7 8 11 12 15 PPW

Figure 4-10: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 1.2V and DS = 7 (swing =

200mVpp)
Pre-Emphasis (dB)

10 20 30 PPA
15 PPW

Figure 4-11: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 1.2V and DS = 16 (swing =

400mVpp)

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Pre-Emphasis (dB)

10

5 10 15 5 10 15 10 15 20 10 15 20 15 20 25 15 20 25 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 PPA

3 4 7 8 11 12 15 PPW

Figure 4-12: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 1.8V and DS = 7 (swing =

200mVpp)

8
Pre-Emphasis (dB)

5
4

2
5 15 25 5 15 25 10 20 30 10 20 30 15 25 35 15 25 35 20 30 40 45 50 PPA
3 4 7 8 11 12 15 PPW

Figure 4-13: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 1.8V and DS = 16 (swing =

400mVpp)
Pre-Emphasis (dB)

3.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
10 20 30 40 50 PPA

15 PPW

Figure 4-14: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 1.8V and DS = 35 (swing =

800mVpp)

13
12
Pre-Emphasis (dB)

11
10
9
8
7
6
5 10 15 5 10 15 10 15 20 10 15 20 15 20 25 15 20 25 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 PPA

3 4 7 8 11 12 15 PPW

Figure 4-15: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 2.5V and DS = 7 (swing =

200mVpp)

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Pre-Emphasis (dB) 8

3
5 15 25 5 15 25 10 20 30 10 20 30 15 25 35 15 25 35 20 30 40 45 50 PPA
3 4 7 8 11 12 15 PPW

Figure 4-16: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 2.5V and DS = 16 (swing =

400mVpp)

3.5
Pre-Emphasis (dB)

2.5

1.5

10 20 30 40 50 PPA
15 PPW

Figure 4-17: Pre-emphasis settings for VCCO_<n> = 2.5V and DS = 35 (swing =

800mVpp)

Fine Optimization Procedure:

The procedure requires access to the signal at the downstream device input, or
non-re-timed device output. If there are multiple stages between the initial downstream
device input and final measurement point, it is still possible to perform optimization;
however link settings within the other stages must be fairly optimized. The
pre-emphasis amplitude (PPA) and pre-emphasis width (PPW) settings can be
optimized by sweeping the PPA and PPW settings in increments of 'a' and 'w' and
selecting the setting which results in the lowest jitter. For the trace driver optimization,
'a' and 'w' increments of 5 should be sufficient.
The procedure has three steps.
1. Pre-emphasis Amplitude (PPA) Optimization: Set the PPA and PPW to the values
obtained from the graph selected out of Figure 4-10 to Figure 4-17, and then
measure the downstream jitter. While keeping PPW constant, increment the PPA by
'a'. If the jitter is lower after the first increment, continue to increment by 'a' until the
jitter begins increasing or a setting of 50 is reached. If there was a setting which
resulted in a lower jitter measurement than the initial setting, that is the Optimized
Pre-emphasis Amplitude setting: PPAOptimal, and the PPA optimization procedure
is complete.

However, if the jitter increased after the first increment, decrement the setting by 'a'
below the initial value. If the jitter is lower after the first decrement, continue to
decrement by 'a' until the jitter begins increasing or a setting of 0 is reached. If there
was a setting which resulted in a lower jitter measurement than the initial setting,
that is the Optimized Pre-emphasis Amplitude: PPAOptimal.
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 If incrementing the PPA or decrementing the PPA did not result in a setting with
lower jitter, then the initial setting obtained from the graph selected out of
Figure 4-10 to Figure 4-17 is the PPA optimized Pre-emphasis Amplitude setting:
PPAOptimal.
2. The second step is to set the PPA to the optimized setting PPAOptimal determined in
step 1 and PPW to the values obtained from the graph selected out of Figure 4-10
to Figure 4-17, then measure the downstream jitter. While keeping PPA constant,
increment the PPW by 'w'. If the jitter is lower after the first increment, continue to
increment by 'w' until the jitter begins increasing or a setting of 15 is reached. If
there was a setting which resulted in a lower jitter measurement than the initial
setting, that is the Optimized Pre-emphasis Width setting: PPWOptimal, and the
optimization procedure is complete.

However, if the jitter increased after the first increment, decrement the setting by
'w' below the initial value. If the jitter is lower after the first decrement, continue to
decrement by 1 until the jitter begins increasing or a value of 0 is reached. If there
was a setting which resulted in a lower jitter measurement than the initial setting,
that is the Optimized Pre-emphasis Width setting: PPWOptimal, and the optimization
procedure is complete.

If incrementing the PPW or decrementing the PPW did not result in a setting with
lower jitter, then the initial setting value obtained from the graph selected out of
Figure 4-10 to Figure 4-17 is the optimized Pre-emphasis Width setting: PPWOptimal.
3. Pre-emphasis pulse amplitude has a direct impact on swing amplitude. The third
and final step is to readjust the driver swing until the swing amplitude design
target is met. The fine optimization procedure maybe repeated to ensure that the
PPAOptimal and PPWOptimal settings previously determined still hold with the new
DS setting.

Steps 1 and 2 are illustrated in Figure 4-18 and Figure 4-19 below.

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 Parameter and Variable Definition
PPAinit: Initial PPA value from equation result.
PPWinit: Initial PPW value from equation result.
DSinit: Measurement sweep Initial Driver Swing Setting = 9.
Start Optimization PPAoptimal: Post measurement sweep Optimal Pre-emphasis Pulse Amplitude setting.
PPWoptimal: Post measurement sweep Optimal Pre-emphasis Pulse Width setting.
a: Measurement sweep PPA increment value.
Set n: Measurement sweep test number value.
PPA = PPAinit PPA: Current Measurement Pre-emphasis Pulse Amplitude setting.
PPW = PPWinit PPW: Current Measurement Pre-emphasis Pulse Width setting.
DS = DSinit DS: Current Measurement Driver Swing Amplitude setting.

Recorded
Measure initial Jitter Record Data Read Data
Jitter
record results for
Measurement
measurement# n=0
1, 2, 3, …, n

no PPA Optimization
no
If (PPA + a) < 50 If (PPA – a) > 0 Complete
PPAoptimal = PPA(n-1)

yes yes

PPA = PPA + a PPA = PPA - a

n=n+1 n=n+1

Measure Jitter Measure Jitter

record results for If n > 1 PPA Optimization record results for
yes
measurement# n Or Complete measurement# n
PPA – (2*a) < 0 PPAoptimal = PPA(n-1)

no
no no PPA Optimization
If Jitter(n) < Is Jitter(n) <
Complete
jitter(n-1) PPA = PPAinit jitter(n-1)
PPAoptimal = PPA(n-1)
PPW = PPWinit

yes yes

Figure 4-18: PPA Optimization Flow Chart

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 Parameter and Variable Definition
PPWinit: Initial PPW value from equation result.
DSinit: Measurement sweep Initial Driver Swing Setting = 9.
Start Optimization PPAoptimal: Post measurement sweep Optimal Pre-emphasis Pulse Amplitude setting.
PPWoptimal: Post measurement sweep Optimal Pre-emphasis Pulse Width setting.
w: Measurement sweep PPW increment value.
n: Measurement sweep test number value.
Set PPA: Current Measurement Pre-emphasis Pulse Amplitude setting.
PPA = PPAoptimal PPW: Current Measurement Pre-emphasis Pulse Width setting.
PPW = PPWinit DS: Current Measurement Driver Swing Amplitude setting.
DS = DSinit

Recorded
Measure initial Jitter Record Data Read Data
Jitter
record results for
Measurement
measurement# n = 0
1, 2, 3, …, n

no PPW Optimization
If (PPW + w) < no
If (PPW – w) > 0 Complete
16 PPWoptimal = PPW(n-1)

yes yes

PPW = PPW + w PPW = PPW - w

n=n+1 n=n+1

Measure Jitter Measure Jitter

If n > 1
record results for yes PPW Optimization record results for
Or
measurement# n Complete measurement# n
PPW – (2*w) < 0
PPWoptimal = PPW(n-1)

no
no no PPW Optimization
If Jitter(n) < Is Jitter(n) <
Complete
jitter(n-1) jitter(n-1)
PPW = PPWinit PPWoptimal = PPW(n-1)

yes yes

Figure 4-19: PPW Optimization Flow Chart

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Addressh Parameter Name Description

0x2B/0x29 Output amplitude configuration parameter for SD or all rates* on

OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_SD_ DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
SD_3/ DRIVER_SWING
OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ Note: If CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_TRDR_PER_RATE = 0, this setting will
SD_1 be used for all data rates.

Output pre-emphasis pulse width configuration parameter for

CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ SD or all rates* on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output
SD_PREEMPH_WIDTH number.
Note: If CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_TRDR_PER_RATE = 0, this setting will
be used for all data rates.
0x2A/0x28 Output pre-emphasis power down configuration parameter for
OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ SD or all rates* on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output
SD_2/ CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ SD_PREEMPH_PWRDWN
SD_0 Note: If CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_TRDR_PER_RATE = 0, this setting will
be used for all data rates.

Output amplitude configuration parameter for SD or all rates* on

CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
SD_PREEMPH_AMPL Note: If CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_TRDR_PER_RATE = 0, this setting will
be used for all data rates.

0x2D/0x2F
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output amplitude configuration parameter for HD on DDO0 and
TD_HD_1/
HD_DRIVER_SWING DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_
HD_3

CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output pre-emphasis pulse width configuration parameter for

0x2C/0x2E HD_PREEMPH_WIDTH HD on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output pre-emphasis power down configuration parameter for
HD_0/
HD_PREEMPH_PWRDWN HD on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_
HD_2 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output pre-emphasis pulse amplitude configuration parameter
HD_PREEMPH_AMPL for HD on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.

0x31/0x33
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output amplitude configuration parameter for 3G on DDO0 and
TD_3G_1/
3G_DRIVER_SWING DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
TD_3G_3

CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output pre-emphasis pulse width configuration parameter for

0x30/0x32 3G_PREEMPH_WIDTH 3G on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output pre-emphasis power down configuration parameter for
TD_3G_0/
3G_PREEMPH_PWRDWN 3G on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
TD_3G_2 CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_ Output pre-emphasis pulse amplitude configuration parameter
3G_PREEMPH_AMPL for 3G on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.

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Addressh Parameter Name Description

0x39/0x3B
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_ Output amplitude configuration parameter for Bypass on DDO0
TD_BYPASS_1/
DRIVER_SWING and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
TD_BYPASS_3

CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_ Output pre-emphasis pulse width configuration parameter for

PREEMPH_WIDTH Bypass on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
0x38/0x3A
OUTPUT_ PARAM_ CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_ Output pre-emphasis power down configuration parameter for
TD_BYPASS_0/ PREEMPH_PWRDWN Bypass on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output number.
OUTPUT_ PARAM_
TD_BYPASS_2 Output pre-emphasis pulse amplitude configuration parameter
CFG_OUTPUT<n>_TD_BYPASS_
for Bypass on DDO0 and DDO1, where <n> is the output
PREEMPH_AMPL
number.

4.7.5 Trace Driver DC coupling requirements

Table 4-9 lists the required Vcco (Driver Supply voltage) and DS (Driver Swing) required
to achieve three common nominal VDDOppd (peak-to-peak differential output voltages)
and their associated nominal Vcmout (output common mode voltage).
In the DC-coupled case, where Vcco is connected to the same supply as the input buffer
supply voltage of the downstream device, Vcmount in Table 4-9 is the common mode
voltage at the output of the GS3241 driver. For short low loss transmission lines, this will
also be the common mode voltage created at the input termination of the downstream
input buffer. However, for long and lossy transmission lines, the amplitude will be
attenuated at the downstream receiver and therefore the common mode voltage
created at the input termination will be higher and must be measured or simulated for
accuracy. For proper link operation, the common mode voltage created at the input
termination of the downstream input buffer must be within the Vcmin range specified
by that device.
In the AC-coupled case, Vcmout is the common mode voltage at the driver side of the
AC-coupling capacitor placed near the driver. In the AC-coupled case, Vcmout does not
need to be within the Vcmin range specified by the downstream device. However, the
capacitor should have a voltage rating that exceeds |Vcmout-Vcmin|. In addition to the
voltage rating, the recommended value of the AC-coupling capacitor should be at least
4.7μF to meet the low cut-off frequency requirement of low transition density signals
such as the check-field pattern defined in SMPTE RP-198. The capacitor should have a
temperature rating that maintains the capacitance over the required operating range.

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Table 4-9: ΔVDDO (mVppd) and VCMOUT(V) vs. DS Setting and VCCO

DC-Coupled AC-Coupled
ΔVDDO (mVppd) vs. DS Setting
VCMOUT (V) vs. DS Setting VCMOUT (V) vs. DS Setting

Vcco (V) 8 17 37 8 17 37 8 17 37

1.2 200 400 — 1.15 1.1 — 1.1 1 —

1.8 200 400 800 1.75 1.7 1.6 1.7 1.6 1.4

2.5 200 400 800 2.45 2.4 2.3 2.4 2.3 2.1

4.7.6 Output State Control Modes

The GS3241 provides several output state control modes to meet specific application
requirements. The trace driver has the following three output modes: operational,
muted, or disabled. During non-sleep, if the control modes are configured such that
multiple output modes are enabled, the priorities of the control modes from highest to
lowest are the following: disabled, and then muted. Section [Link] through
Section 4.7.7 describe how to configure the output control modes that are enabled
during non-sleep.
If the device enters sleep, either manually or automatically, the sleep output control
modes take precedence over the non-sleep control modes. The default trace driver
configuration is for it to be disabled during sleep; however the trace driver can be
configured to mute during sleep by setting the CFG_SLEEP_OUTPUT<n>_MUTE
parameter in register 0x5 to 1b.

[Link] Output Mute Control Mode

Each of the outputs on the GS3241 have independent mute control modes, which can
be configured through the host interface.
The following are the four output mute control modes:
1. The outputs automatically mute on LOS (default).
2. The outputs automatically mute on LOS and during rate search.
3. The outputs never mute.
4. The outputs are always muted.
The first mute control mode is the default power-up configuration for both output
drivers (the CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_MUTE control parameter in register 0x49 is set
to 1b). In this mode, the outputs will automatically mute on the assertion of LOS. This
includes LOS as a result of setting up Squelch Adjust (see Section 4.2.1 for more details).
In addition to mute on LOS, with auto mute control mode configured, setting the
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_MUTE_DURING_RATE_SEARCH control parameter in
register 0x49 to 1b, will configure the outputs to also mute when the device loses lock
and begins to rate search.

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The outputs can be manually configured to never mute by setting both the
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_MUTE and CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_MANUAL_MUTE control
parameters in register 0x49 to 0b. Alternatively, the outputs can be manually configured
to always be muted by setting the CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_MUTE and
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_ MANUAL_MUTE control parameters to 0b and 1b respectively.

[Link] Output Disable Control Mode

Each of the outputs on the GS3241 also have independent disable control modes, which
can be configured through the host interface.
The following are the three output disable control modes:
1. The outputs are never disabled (default).
2. The outputs are automatically disabled on LOS.
3. The outputs are always disabled.
The first disable control mode is the default power-up configuration for both output
drivers (the CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_DISABLE and
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_MANUAL_DISABLE control parameters in register 0x49 are both
set to 0b). In this mode, the outputs will never disable. By setting the
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_DISABLE control parameter in register 0x49 to 1b, the
outputs will automatically disable on the assertion of LOS. This includes LOS as a result
of setting up Squelch Adjust (see Section 4.2.1 for more details).
The output can be manually disabled by leaving the
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_AUTO_DISABLE control parameter set to 0b and setting the
CTRL_OUTPUT<n>_MANUAL_DISABLE control parameter to 1b.
The disable control mode takes precedence over the output mute control mode.

4.7.7 Output Waveform Specifications

The Duty Cycle Distortion (DCD) of the serial digital differential outputs is less than 12ps.
DCD is defined as the difference in the width of an output logic “1” versus that of output
logic “0” as measured at the 50% point of the output waveform.
The DCD of the serial digital single ended outputs is less than 30ps.

50% point

thigh tlow

DCDwaveform = thigh - tlow

Figure 4-20: Traditional Waveform Definition of DCD

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4.8 GPIO Controls
There are four configurable GPIO pins which can independently be configured as inputs
or outputs. Each GPIO has a default function which can be re-configured through the
host interface.
If there is a conflict between the internal register configuration of a given device
function and the logic-level applied to a GPIO pin that is configured to control that same
device function, the GPIO logic-level takes precedence over the internal register
configuration. The logic HIGH and LOW levels of the GPIO[3:0] pin to which LOS is
connected are specified by the EIA/JESD8-5A standard for 1.8V operation.
For a list of available functions and configuration details of GPIO[3:0], please refer to the
GPIO Configuration registers in Section 5.

4.9 GSPI Host Interface

The GS3241 is configured via the Gennum Serial Peripheral Interface (GSPI).
The GSPI host interface is comprised of a serial data input signal (SDIN pin), serial data
output signal (SDOUT pin), an active-low chip select (CS pin) and a burst clock (SCLK pin).
The GS3241 is a slave device, so the SCLK, SDIN and CS signals must be sourced by the
application host processor.
All read and write access to the device is initiated and terminated by the application
host processor.

4.9.1 CS Pin
The Chip Select pin (CS) is an active-LOW signal provided by the host processor to the
GS3241.
The HIGH-to-LOW transition of this pin marks the start of serial communication to the
GS3241.
The LOW-to-HIGH transition of this pin marks the end of serial communication to the
GS3241.
Each device may use its own separate Chip Select signal from the host processor or up
to 32 devices may be connected to a single Chip Select when making use of the Unit
Address feature.
Only those devices whose Unit Address matches the UNIT ADDRESS in GSPI Command
Word 1 will respond to communication from the host processor (unless the B’CAST ALL
bit in GSPI Command Word 1 is set to 1).

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4.9.2 SDIN Pin
The SDIN pin is the GSPI serial data input pin of the GS3241.
The 32-bit Command and 16-bit Data Words from the host processor or from the SDOUT
pin of other devices are shifted into the device on the rising edge of SCLK when the CS
pin is LOW.

4.9.3 SDOUT Pin

The SDOUT pin is the GSPI serial data output of the GS3241.
All data transfers out of the GS3241 to the host processor or to the SDIN pin of other
connected devices occur from this pin.
By default at power up or after system reset, the SDOUT pin provides a non-clocked path
directly from the SDIN pin, regardless of the CS pin state, except during the GSPI Data
Word portion for read operations from the device. This allows multiple devices to be
connected in Loop-Through configuration.
For read operations, the SDOUT pin is used to output data read from an internal
Configuration and Status Register (CSR) when CS is LOW. Data is shifted out of the
device on the falling edge of SCLK, so that it can be read by the host processor or other
downstream connected device on the subsequent SCLK rising edge.

[Link] GSPI Link Disable Operation

It is possible to disable the direct SDIN to SDOUT (Loop-Through) connection by writing
a value of 1 to the GSPI_LINK_DISABLE bit in CONTROL_REG. When disabled, any data
appearing at the SDIN pin will not appear at the SDOUT pin and the SDOUT pin is HIGH.
Note: Disabling the Loop-Through operation is temporarily required when initializing
the Unit Address for up to 32 connected devices.
The time required to enable/disable the Loop-Through operation from assertion of the
register bit is less than the GSPI configuration command delay as defined by the
parameter tcmd_GSPI_config (4 SCLK cycles).

Table 4-10: GSPI_LINK_DISABLE Bit Operation

Bit State Description

0 SDIN pin is looped through to the SDOUT pin

1 Data appearing at SDIN does not appear at SDOUT, and SDOUT pin is HIGH.

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 SDIN pin

Configuration and
Status Register SDOUT pin

GSPI_LINK
_DISABLE
High-Z
BUS_THROUGH_
ENABLE

CS pin

Figure 4-21: GSPI_LINK_DISABLE Operation

[Link] GSPI Bus-Through Operation

Using GSPI Bus-Through operation, the GS3241 can share a common PCB trace with
other GSPI devices for SDOUT output.
When configured for Bus-Through operation, by setting GSPI_BUS_THROUGH_ENABLE
bit to 1, the SDOUT pin will be high-impedance when the CS pin is HIGH.
When the CS pin is LOW, the SDOUT pin will be driven and will follow regular read and
write operation as described in Section 4.9.3.
Multiple chains of GS3241 devices can share a single SDOUT bus connection to host by
configuring the devices for Bus-Through operation. In such configuration, each chain
requires a separate Chip Select (CS).

SDIN pin

Configuration and
Status Register SDOUT pin

GSPI_LINK
_DISABLE
High-Z
BUS_THROUGH_
ENABLE

CS pin

Figure 4-22: GSPI_BUS_THROUGH_ENABLE Operation

4.9.4 SCLK Pin

The SCLK pin is the GSPI serial data shift clock input to the device, and must be provided
by the host processor.
Serial data is clocked into the GS3241 SDIN pin on the rising edge of SCLK. Serial data is
clocked out of the device from the SDOUT pin on the falling edge of SCLK (read
operation). SCLK is ignored when CS is HIGH.
The maximum interface clock rate is 27MHz.

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4.9.5 Command Word 1 Description
All GSPI accesses are a minimum of 48 bits in length (two 16-bit Command Words
followed by a 16-bit Data Word) and the start of each access is indicated by the
HIGH-to-LOW transition of the chip select (CS) pin of the GS3241.
The format of the Command Words and Data Word are shown in Figure 4-23.
Data received immediately following this HIGH-to-LOW transition will be interpreted as
a new Command Word.

[Link] R/W bit—B15 Command Word 1

This bit indicates a read or write operation.
When R/W is set to 1, a read operation is indicated, and data is read from the register
specified by the ADDRESS field of the Command Word.
When R/W is set to 0, a write operation is indicated, and data is written to the register
specified by the ADDRESS field of the Command Word.

[Link] B'CAST ALL—B14 Command Word 1

This bit is used in write operations to configure all devices connected in Loop-Through
and Bus-Through configuration with a single command.
When B’CAST ALL is set to 1, the following Data Word (AUTOINC = 0) or Data Words
(AUTOINC = 1) are written to the register specified by the ADDRESS field of the
Command Words (and subsequent addresses when AUTOINC = 1), regardless of the
setting of the UNIT ADDRESS(es).
When B’CAST ALL is set to 0, a normal write operation is indicated. Only those devices
that have a Unit Address matching the UNIT ADDRESS field of Command Word 1 write
the Data Word to the register specified by the ADDRESS field of the Command Words.

[Link] EMEM—B13 Command Word 1

The EMEM bit must be set to 1 in Command Word 1. When EMEM is set to 1, a 23-bit
address split between Command Word 1 and Command Word 2 is used to access the
registers in this device.

[Link] AUTOINC—B12 Command Word 1

When AUTOINC is set to 1, Auto-Increment read or write access is enabled.
In Auto-Increment Mode, the device automatically increments the register address for
each contiguous read or write access, starting from the address defined in the ADDRESS
field of the Command Word.
The internal address is incremented for each 16-bit read or write access until a
LOW-to-HIGH transition on the CS pin is detected.
When AUTOINC is set to 0, single read or write access is required.
Auto-Increment write must not be used to update values in CONTROL_REG.

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[Link] UNIT ADDRESS—B11:B7 Command Word 1
The 5 bits of the UNIT ADDRESS field of the Command Word are used to select one of 32
devices connected on a single chip select in Loop-Through or Bus-Through
configurations.
Read and write accesses are only accepted if the UNIT ADDRESS field matches the
programmed DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS in CONTROL_REG.
By default at power-up or after a device reset, the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS is set to 00h.

[Link] ADDRESS—B6:B0 Command Word 1 and B15:B0 Command Word 2

The Command and Data Word formats are shown in Figure 4-23 and Figure 4-24.

Command Words
MSB LSB
UNIT ADDRESS ADDRESS[22:16]
B’CAST
R/W ALL EMEM AUTOINC UA4 UA3 UA2 UA1 UA0 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16

ADDRESS[15:0]

A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10 A9 A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 A0

Data Word

D15 D14 D13 D12 D11 D10 D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0

Figure 4-23: Command and Data Word Format

Command Word 1
MSB LSB
UNIT ADDRESS ADDRESS[22:16]
B’CAST
R/W ALL EMEM AUTOINC UA4 UA3 UA2 UA1 UA0 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16

23-bit CSR address field.

5-bit UNIT ADDRESS field providing up to

32 devices to be connected on a single CS.

Auto increment read/write access when set.

Single read write access when reset.

Extended memory mode. When set, the extended memory mode is

enabled. When reset, normal GSPI addressing is enabled.

When set, the UNIT ADDRESS field is ignored and

all data accesses are actioned by the device.
When reset, the Unit Address is used to
manage data accesses in the device.

Read access when this bit is set.

Write access when this bit is reset.
Command Word 2
ADDRESS[15:0]

A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10 A9 A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 A0

Figure 4-24: Command Word 1 and Command Word 2 Details

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4.9.6 GSPI Transaction Timing
tcmd_GSPI_config
tcmd
t9

SCLK
CS
SDIN X

SDOUT X
t0 t1 t2 t4 t7

SCLK
t3 t8
CSb
SDIN R/W BCST EMEM Auto_Inc UA4 UA3 UA2 UA1 UA0 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16 A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10 A9 A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 A0 D15 D14 D13 D12 D11 D10 D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0

SDOUT R/W BCST EMEM Auto_Inc UA4 UA3 UA2 UA1 UA0 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16 A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10 A9 A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 A0 D15 D14 D13 D 12 D11 D10 D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0

SDI signal is looped out on SDO

Write Mode

t5
t9

SCLK
t6
CSb
SDIN R/W RSV EMEM Auto_Inc UA4 UA3 UA2 UA1 UA0 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16 A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10 A9 A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 A0

SDOUT R/W RSV EMEM Auto_Inc UA4 UA3 UA2 UA1 UA0 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16 A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10 A9 A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 A0 D15 D14 D13 D12 D11 D10 D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0

SDI signal is looped out on SDO Read Data is output on SDO

Read Mode

Figure 4-25: GSPI External Interface Timing

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Table 4-11: GSPI Timing Parameters

Equivalent
Parameter Symbol SCLK Min Typ Max Units
Cycles

SCLK Frequency — — — — 27 MHz

CS LOW Before SCLK Rising Edge t0 — 1.7 — — ns

SCLK Period t1 — 37 — — ns

SCLK Duty Cycle t2 — 40 50 60 %

Input Data Setup Time t3 — 2.3 — — ns

SCLK Idle Time – Write t4 1 1/SCLK — — ns

SCLK Idle Time – Read t5 — 138 — — ns

Inter–Command Delay Time tcmd 3 115 — — ns

Inter–Command Delay Time (after

tcmd_GSPI_conf1 4 139 — — ns
GSPI configuration write)

SDOUT After SCLK Falling Edge t6 — 1.3 — 6.4 ns

CS HIGH After Final SCLK Falling

t7 — 0 — — ns
Edge

Input Data Hold Time t8 — 1.2 — — ns

CS HIGH Time t9 — 58 — — ns

SDIN to SDOUT Combinatorial

— — — — 3.4 ns
Delay

# of
Max chips daisy-chained at max When host clocks in SDOUT compatible
— — 8
SCLK frequency (26 MHz) data on falling edge of SCLK Semtech
devices

Max frequency for 32  When host clocks in SDOUT

— — 7.5 MHz
daisy-chained devices data on falling edge of SCLK

Note:
1. tcmd_GSPI_conf inter-command delay must be used whenever modifying CONTROL_REG register at address 0x00.

4.9.7 Single Read/Write Access

Single read/write access timing for the GSPI interface is shown in Figure 4-26 to
Figure 4-30.
When performing a single read or write access, one Data Word is read from/written to
the device per access. Each access is a minimum of 48-bits long, consisting of two
Command Words and a single Data Word. The read or write cycle begins with a
HIGH-to-LOW transition of the CS pin. The read or write access is terminated by a
LOW-to-HIGH transition of the CS pin.

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The maximum interface clock rate is 27MHz and the inter-command delay time
indicated in the figures as tcmd, is a minimum of 3 SCLK clock cycles. After modifying
values in CONTROL_REG, the inter-command delay time, tcmd_GSPI_config, is a minimum
of 4 SCLK clock cycles.
For read access, the time from the last bit of Command Word 2 to the start of the data
output, as defined by t5, corresponds to no less than 4 SCLK clock cycles at 27MHz.

t cmd

SCLK

CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA WORD X COMMAND WORD 1

SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA WORD X COMMAND WORD 1

Figure 4-26: GSPI Write Timing—Single Write Access with Loop-Through Operation (default)

t cmd

SCLK

CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA WORD X COMMAND WORD 1

SDOUT

Figure 4-27: GSPI Write Timing—Single Write Access with GSPI Link-Disable Operation

t cmd

SCLK

CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA WORD X COMMAND WORD 1

High-Z High-z
SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA WORD COMMAND WORD 1

Figure 4-28: GSPI Write Timing—Single Write Access with Bus-Through Operation

SCLK
t5
CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2

SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA WORD

Figure 4-29: GSPI Read Timing—Single Read Access with Loop-Through Operation (default)

SCLK
t5
CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2

High-z
SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 X DATA WORD

Figure 4-30: GSPI Read Timing—Single Read Access with Bus-Through Operation

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4.9.8 Auto-increment Read/Write Access
Auto-increment read/write access timing for the GSPI interface is shown in Figure 4-31
to Figure 4-35.
Auto-increment mode is enabled by the setting the AUTOINC bit of Command Word 1.
In this mode, multiple Data Words can be read from/written to the device using only one
starting address. Each access is initiated by a HIGH-to-LOW transition of the CS pin, and
consists of two Command Words and one or more Data Words. The internal address is
automatically incremented after the first read or write Data Word, and continues to
increment until the read or write access is terminated by a LOW-to-HIGH transition of
the CS pin.
Note: Writing to CONTROL_REG using Auto-increment access is not allowed.
The maximum interface clock rate is 27MHz and the inter-command delay time
indicated in the diagram as tcmd, is a minimum of 3 SCLK clock cycles.
For read access, the time from the last bit of the second Command Word to the start of
the data output of the first Data Word as defined by t5 will be no less than 4 SCLK cycles
at 27MHz. All subsequent read data accesses will not be subject to this delay during an
Auto-Increment read.

SCLK

CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA 1 DATA 2

SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA 1 DATA 2

Figure 4-31: GSPI Write Timing—Auto-Increment with Loop-Through Operation (default)

SCLK

CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA 1 DATA 2

SDOUT

Figure 4-32: GSPI Write Timing—Auto-Increment with GSPI Link Disable

Operation

SCLK

CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA 1 DATA 2

High-Z
SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA 1 DATA 2

Figure 4-33: GSPI Write Timing—Auto-Increment with Bus-Through Operation

SCLK
t5
CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2

SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 DATA 1 DATA 2

Figure 4-34: GSPI Read Timing—Auto-Increment Read with Loop-Through Operation (default)

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 SCLK
t5
CS

SDIN COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2

High-z
SDOUT COMMAND WORD 1 COMMAND WORD 2 X DATA 1 DATA 2

Figure 4-35: GSPI Read Timing—Auto-Increment Read with Bus-through Operation

4.9.9 Setting a Device Unit Address

Multiple (up to 32) GS3241 devices can be connected to a common Chip Select (CS) in
Loop-Through or Bus-Through operation.
To ensure that each device selected by a common CS can be separately addressed, a
unique Unit Address must be programmed by the host processor at start-up as part of
system initialization or following a device reset.
Note: By default at power up or after a device reset, the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS of each
device is set to 0h and the SDINSDOUT non-clocked loop-through for each device is
enabled.
These are the steps required to set the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS of devices in a chain to
values other than 0:
1. Write to Unit Address 0 selecting CONTROL_REG (ADDRESS = 0), with the
GSPI_LINK_DISABLE bit set to 1 and the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS field set to 0. This
disables the direct SDINSDOUT non-clocked path for all devices on chip select.
2. Write to Unit Address 0 selecting CONTROL_REG (ADDRESS = 0), with the
GSPI_LINK_DISABLE bit set to 0 and the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS field set to a
unique Unit Address. This configures DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS for the first device in
the chain. Each subsequent such write to Unit Address 0 will configure the next
device in the chain. If there are 32 devices in a chain, the last (32nd) device in the
chain must use DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS value 0.
3. Repeat step 2 using new, unique values for the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS field in
CONTROL_REG until all devices in the chain have been configured with their own
unique Unit Address value.
Note: tcmd_GSPI_conf delay must be observed after every write that modifies
CONTROL_REG.
All connected devices receive this command (by default the Unit Address of all devices
is 0), and the Loop-Through operation will be re-established for all connected devices.
Once configured, each device will only respond to Command Words with a 
UNIT ADDRESS field matching the DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS in CONTROL_REG.
Note: Although the Loop-Through and Bus-Through configurations are compatible
with previous generation GSPI enabled devices (backward compatibility), only devices
supporting Unit Addressing can share a chip select. All devices on any single chip select
must be connected in a contiguous chain with only the last device's SDOUT connected
to the application host processor. Multiple chains configured in Bus-Through mode can
have their final SDOUT outputs connected to a single application host processor input.

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4.9.10 Default GSPI Operation
By default at power up or after a device reset, the GS3241 is set for Loop-Through
Operation and the internal DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS field of the device is set to 0.
Figure 4-36 shows a functional block diagram of the Configuration and Status Register
(CSR) map in the GS3241.

At power-up or after a device reset, DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS = 00h

bits [15] [14] [13] [12] [11:7] [6:0]

BCAST Auto Unit Address Register Address

R/W EMEM
COMMAND 1 ALL Inc 32 devices Upper 7 bits

bits [15:0]

COMMAND 2 Lower 16 bits of Register Address

bits [15:0]

DATA Data to be written / Read Data Compare

bits [15] [14] [13] [12:5] [4:0]

Read/Write
GSPI_BUS_
Reg 0 GSPI_LINK
RESERVED THROUGH RESERVED DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS
_DISABLE
_ENABLE

Configuration and Status Registers

Figure 4-36: Internal Register Map Functional Block Diagram

The steps required for the application host processor to write to the Configuration and
Status Registers via the GSPI, are as follows:
1. Set Command Word 1 for write access (R/W = 0); set Auto Increment; set the Unit
Address field in the Command Word 1 to match the configured
DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS which will be zero after power-up. Set the Register Address
bits in Command Word 1 to match the upper 7 bits of the register address to be
accessed. Set the bits in Command Word 2 to match the lower 16 bits of the register
address to be accessed. Write Command Word 1 and Command Word 2.
2. Write the Data Word to be written to the first register.
3. Write the Data Word to be written to the next register in Auto Increment mode, etc.
Read access is the same as the above with the exception of step 1, where the Command
Word 1 is set for read access (R/W = 1).
Note: The UNIT ADDRESS field of Command Word 1 must always match
DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS for an access to be accepted by the device. Changing
DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS to a value other than 0 is only required if multiple devices are
connected to a single chip select (in Loop-Through or Bus-Through configuration).

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4.9.11 Clear Sticky Counts Through Four Way Handshake
There are four sticky counters that keep count of changes in status of primary and
secondary carrier detect, rate changes, and lock changes. The counters can be read from
the following four parameters in register 0x84 and 0x85:
STAT_CNT_PRI_CD_CHANGES, STAT_CNT_SEC_CD_CHANGES,
STAT_CNT_RATE_CHANGES, and STAT_CNT_PLL_LOCK_CHANGES. The counters
saturate at 255 (0xFF) and must be cleared before additional status changes can be
counted. The following four way handshake procedures clears the counters.
1. Poll STAT_CLEAR_COUNTS_STATUS parameter until equal to 0 (idle), then set
CTRL_CLEAR_COUNTS = 1 (clear sticky counts).
2. Poll STAT_CLEAR_COUNTS_STATUS parameter until equal to 2 (cleared), then
reset CTRL_CLEAR_COUNTS to 0.
The device will now reset STAT_CLEAR_COUNTS_STATUS to 0 (idle) and the clearing
process can be repeated at any time.

4.9.12 Device Power-up Sequence

The device does not require a specific power supply initialization sequence, and all chip
supplies can be powered up simultaneously.
If all power supplies cannot be guaranteed to power up simultaneously, ensure that
VCC_SDI powers up first. Please note that there is no minimum time requirement
between power supply initializations after VCC_SDI is energized.
Note: Please check with your local FAE (field applications engineer), as some devices
may need updated configuration settings. If a configuration file has been provided by
the FAE, see the timing information in the Serial Routing and Distribution Product
Configuration Loading Procedure Application Note (PDS-061176).

[Link] Power-Up Timing Sequence

The following timing sequence must be observed after power-up when no external
configuration loading is required. See Figure 4-37 for the timing requirements of Steps
1 and 2 below.
Step 1 – No GSPI Access Allowed
a) Device supply reaches 90% of target. POR (Power On Reset) is activated.
b) Internal blocks reset, default device configuration boot-up begins.
c) Default device configuration boot-up process.
Step 2 – GSPI Access Allowed
a) Host sets EYE_MON_INT_CFG_3 (register address 0x57) to 0x8006.
b) If there are multiple devices on the GSPI chain, the host should configure the unit
address of each device. See Section 4.9.9 for further information on unit addressing.
c) Host sets custom application specific settings.
d) Normal operation begins.

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 5.11 ms – no GSPI Access Allowed GSPI Access Allowed

All blocks reset. After Completion of Reset, device Eye Monitor Normal Operation Begins.
All devices that automatically initiates default Reset: Host must reconfigure the unit addresses of
received reset configuration boot-up. Host devices that were reset to 0.
command will writes 0x8006 After which, host may read/write any
have their unit to register 0x57 register of a specific device on the chain, or
address reset to at unit address use broadcast write to concurrently write a
0. 0. command to all devices on the GSPI chain.
Command will
be broadcast to
all devices that
were reset.
Device Blocks
Resetting.

Device
Configuration
Booting.

Application Defined GSPI Read/Write

Access.
GSPI Access..

110 μs 5 ms
Host writes Internal Reset Default Eye
0xAD00 to Sequence Configuration Monitor
Register 0x007F Complete. Boot-Up Reset.
to reset device. Complete.
Host may reset
all devices by
using broadcast
mode.

Figure 4-37: Power-Up Sequence.

4.9.13 Host Initiated Device Reset

The GS3241 includes a reset function accessible via the device's host interface, which
reverts all internal logic and register values to their default values.
The device can be reset with a single write of AD00h to the RESET_CONTROL bits of the
CONTROL_RESET register, which will assert and de-assert the device reset within the
duration of the GSPI write access Data Word.
The device can be placed and held in reset by writing AA00h to the RESET_CONTROL
bits of the CONTROL_RESET register. Subsequent writes of DD00h to the
RESET_CONTROL bits will de-assert device reset.
The current state of user-initiated device reset can be read from the RESET_CONTROL
bits of CONTROL_RESET register.
While in reset, host interface access to any other register will not be functional and all
logic and configuration registers will be in reset state. While in reset, serial digital
differential output behaviour is undefined. The digital logic and registers within the
device will exit the reset state 5ms after device reset is de-asserted.
The following timing sequence must be observed to initiate a device reset.
Note: Please check with your local FAE (field applications engineer), as some devices
may need updated configuration settings. If a configuration file has been provided by
the FAE, see the timing information in the Serial Routing and Distribution Product
Configuration Loading Procedure Application Note (PDS-061176).

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[Link] Host Initiated Device Reset Timing Sequence
The following timing sequence must be observed after a Host Initiated Device Reset
when no external configuration loading is required. See Figure 4-38 for the timing
requirements of the Steps 1 to 3 below.
Step 1 – GSPI Access Allowed
a) Host writes 0xAD00 to register 0x007F to reset selected devices, or all devices using
broadcast.
Step 2– No GSPI Access Allowed
a) Internal blocks reset, default device configuration boot-up begins.
b) Default device configuration boot-up completes.
Step 3 – GSPI Access Allowed
a) Host sets EYE_MON_INT_CFG_3 (register address 0x57) to 0x8006.
b) If there are multiple devices on the GSPI chain, host must reconfigure unit address
of each device that was reset. See Section 4.9.9 for further information on unit
addressing.
c) Host sets custom application specific settings.
d) Normal operation begins.

5.11 ms – No GSPI Access Allowed GSPI Access Allowed

All blocks reset. After Completion of Reset, device Eye Monitor Normal Operation Begins.
All devices that automatically initiates default Reset: Host must reconfigure the unit addresses of
received reset configuration boot-up. Host devices that were reset to 0.
command will writes 0x8006 After which, the host may read/write any
have their unit to register 0x57 register of specific device on the chain, or
address reset to at unit address use broadcast write to concurrently write a
0. 0. command to all devices on the GSPI chain.
Command will
be broadcast to
all devices that
were reset.

Device Blocks
Resetting.

Device
Configuration
Booting.

Application Defined GSPI Read/Write

Access.
GSPI Access.

110 μs 5 ms
Host writes Internal Reset Default Eye
0xAD00 to Sequence Configuration Monitor
Register 0x007F Complete. Boot-Up Reset.
to reset device. Complete.
Host may reset
all devices by
using broadcast
mode.

Figure 4-38: Host Initiated Device Reset Timing Sequence.

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5. Register Map
The host interface on the GS3241 provides users complete control of key features such
as GPIO configuration, PLL loop bandwidth settings, re-time parameters, carrier
detection, cable equalization, bypass modes, output swing controls, mute functions,
pre-emphasis control and many others.
It also includes a wide selection of Status registers which allow the user to read back
several key metrics of information from the GS3241 to add more flexibility to their
designs. Section 5.1 to Section 5.3 cover each Control and Status register in detail.

5.1 Control Registers

Table 5-1: Control Registers

GSPI
Register Name R/W
Addressh

0 CONTROL_ REG RW

1 DEVICE_ID RO

2 RSVD RW

7F CONTROL_ RESET RW

3 CONTROL_ SLEEP RW

4 MISC_CNTRL RW

5 MISC_CFG RW

6 RATE_ DETECT_ MODE RW

7 RATE_ DETECT_ CFG RW

CDR Configuration

8 RSVD RW

9 FACTORY_ CDR_ PARAMETERS RW

0A RSVD RW

0B PLL_LOOP_ BANDWIDTH_ 1 RW

0C PLL_LOOP_ BANDWIDTH_ 2 RW

0D to 0F RSVD RW

GPIO Configuration

10 GPIO0_CFG RW

11 GPIO1_CFG RW

12 GPIO2_CFG RW

13 GPIO3_CFG RW

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GSPI
Register Name R/W
Addressh

Equalizer Configuration

14 RSVD RW

15 CARR_ DET_CFG RW

16 SQUELCH_ PARAMETERS RW

17 CABLE_ EQ_BYPASS_ MODE RW

18 INPUT_ LAUNCH_ SWING_CFG RW

19 RSVD RW

1A to 1F RSVD RW

20 CD_FILTER_ DELAYS_0 RW

21 CD_FILTER_ DELAYS_1 RW

22 CD_FILTER_ DELAYS_2 RW

23 to 25 RSVD RW

Output Configuration

26 MISC_ OUTPUT_CFG RW

27 RSVD RW

28 OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ SD_0 RW

29 OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ SD_1 RW

2A OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ SD_2 RW

2B OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ SD_3 RW

2C OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ HD_0 RW

2D OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_HD_1 RW

2E OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ HD_2 RW

2F OUTPUT_ PARAM_TD_ HD_3 RW

30 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_3G_0 RW

31 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_3G_1 RW

32 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_3G_2 RW

33 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_3G_3 RW

34 to 37 RSVD RW

38 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_BYPASS_0 RW

39 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_BYPASS_1 RW

3A OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_BYPASS_2 RW

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GSPI
Register Name R/W
Addressh

3B OUTPUT_ PARAM_ TD_BYPASS_3 RW

3C to 40 RSVD RW

41 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ MUTE_1 RW

42 RSVD RW

43 OUTPUT_ PARAM_ MUTE_3 RW

44 to 47 RSVD RW

Output Control

48 OUTPUT_ SIG_SELECT RW

49 CONTROL_ OUTPUT_ MUTE RW

4A CONTROL_ OUTPUT_ DISABLE RW

4B CONTROL_ OUTPUT_ SLEW RW

4C CONTROL_ RETIMER_ BYPASS RW

4D to 4F RSVD RW

Test Functions

50 PRBS_ CHK_CFG RW

51 PRBS_CHK_ CTRL RW

52 PRBS_GEN_ CTRL RW

53 RSVD RW

54 EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_0 RW

55 EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_1 RW

56 EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_2 RW

57 EYE_MON_ INT_CFG_3 RW

58 to 59 RSVD RW

5A EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_0 RW

5B EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_1 RW

5C EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_2 RW

5D EYE_MON_ SCAN_CTRL_3 RW

5E to 5F RSVD RW

Factory Settings

60 to 7E RSVD RW

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Table 5-2: Status Registers

GSPI
Register Name R/W
Addressh

80 RSVD RW

81 VERSION_0 RW

82 VERSION_1 RW

83 VERSION_2 RW

84 STICKY_ COUNTS_0 RW

85 STICKY_ COUNTS_1 RW

86 CURRENT_ STATUS_0 RW

87 CURRENT_ STATUS_1 RW

88 EQ_GAIN_IND RW

89 PRBS_ CHK_ERR_CNT RW

8A PRBS_ CHK_STATUS RW

8B EYE_MON_ SCAN_ SIZE_OUTPUT RW

8C EYE_MON_ SHAPE_ OUTPUT_0 RW

8D EYE_MON_ SHAPE_ OUTPUT_1 RW

8E EYE_MON_ SHAPE_ OUTPUT_2 RW

8F EYE_MON_ SHAPE_ OUTPUT_3 RW

90 EYE_MON_ STATUS RW

91 to BF RSVD RW

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5.3 Register Descriptions

Table 5-3: Control Register Descriptions

Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

Device Configuration And Control

RSVD 15 RW 0 Reserved do not modify.

0 = Enable loop-through. SDIN pin is

looped through to the SDOUT pin.
GSPI_LINK_DISABLE 14 RW 0 1 = Disable loop-through. Data
appearing at SDIN does not appear at
CONTROL_ SDOUT, and SDOUT pin is HIGH.
0 REG
GSPI_BUS_THROUGH_ 0 = Disable bus-through mode
13 RW 0
ENABLE 1 = Enable bus-through mode

Device address programmed by

DEV_UNIT_ADDRESS 4:0 RW 0 application. See Section 4.9.10 for
further information

This register contains the device’s

identification, including revision.
1 DEVICE_ID DEVICE_VERSION 15:0 RO —
Contact the local technical sales
representative for more details.

2 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Device Reset, Reverts all internal logic

and register values to defaults.
Write Values:
AA00h = Asserts device reset
DD00h = De-assert device reset
AD00h = Assert/de-assert device reset in
CONTROL_ a single write
7F RESET_CONTROL 15:0 R/W DD00
RESET
Read Values:
AA00h = User-initiated reset is asserted
DD00h = User-initiated reset is
de-asserted
See Section 4.9.13 for further
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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:2 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Sleep manual mode control:

0 = Never Sleep
CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP 1 R/W 0 1 = Always Sleep
Controls sleep mode when auto sleep
(CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP) is disabled.
CONTROL_ Sleep auto mode control:
3 SLEEP 0 = Disable auto sleep mode
1 = Enable auto sleep mode
If CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP = 0 (manual sleep
CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP 0 R/W 1 mode), then CTRL_MANUAL_SLEEP
controls sleep.
If CTRL_AUTO_SLEEP = 1 (auto sleep
mode), sleep is automatically entered
on loss of signal.

RSVD 15:1 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Clear sticky counts control register.

0 = no action
1 = clear sticky counts.
4 MISC_CNTRL Part of a four way handshake with
CTRL_CLEAR_COUNTS 0 R/W 0
STAT_CLEAR_COUNTS_STATUS. See
Section 4.9.11 for more details on
implementing the four way handshake
for this operation.

RSVD 15:4 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls whether trace driver (DDO1) is

muted or disabled (powered down)
CFG_SLEEP_OUTPUT1_ during sleep:
3 R/W 0
MUTE 0 = disable (power down) output during
sleep.
1 = mute output during sleep.

5 MISC_CFG Controls whether trace driver (DDO0) is

muted or disabled (powered down)
CFG_SLEEP_OUTPUT1_ during sleep:
2 R/W 0
MUTE 0 = disable (power down) output during
sleep.
1 = mute output during sleep.

RSVD 1 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 0 R/W 1 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

CDR Configuration

RSVD 15:8 R/W 3E Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 7:5 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Manual rate selection. The CDR will only

lock to the selected rate if
CFG_AUTO_RATE_DETECT_ENA = 0:
0 =< MADI
1 = MADI
CFG_MANUAL_RATE 4:1 R/W 0 2 = SD
3 = HD
RATE_ 4 = 3G
6 DETECT_ 5 = Reserved – do not modify.
MODE
6 = Reserved – do not modify.
7 = Reserved – do not modify.

Set or disable auto rate detection mode

for the CDR.
0 = Disable auto rate detection
CFG_AUTO_RATE_ 1 = Enable auto rate detection
0 R/W 1
DETECT_ENA When automatic rate detection is
disabled
(CFG_AUTO_RATE_DETECT_ENA = 0),
the rate is set by CFG_MANUAL_RATE.

RSVD 15:5 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Select data rate threshold between SD

CFG_RD_SD_MADI_ and MADI:
4 R/W 0
THRESHOLD 0 = 181Mb/s
1 = 198Mb/s

CFG_RD_SD_MADI_THRESHOLD and
CFG_RD_MADI_LTMADI_DATADIV (bit
slice [3:0]) determines the rate detection
threshold between MADI and <MADI
RATE_ rates. The following threshold settings
7 DETECT_ are available:
CFG 0x0 = 53Mb/s
CFG_RD_MADI_
3:2 R/W 0 0x2 = 32Mb/s
LTMADI_DATADIV
0x3 = 79Mb/s (default)
0x6 = 63Mb/s
0x9 = 48Mb/s
0xA = 95Mb/s
0xC = 111Mb/s
0x1, 0x4, 0x5, 0x7, 0x8, 0xB, 0xD, and 0xE
= Reserved - do not use.

CFG_RD_MADI_
1:0 R/W 3 See CFG_RD_MADI_ LTMADI_DATADIV.
LTMADI_CLKDIV

8 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 3 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:2 R/W 1C Reserved - do not modify.

FACTORY_ To maximize LBW of PLL and

9 CDR_ CFG_MIN_LBW 1 R/W 0 consequently IJT of CDR, set this
PARAMETERS parameter to 0.

RSVD 0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

0A RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 808 Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure PLL loop bandwidth in terms

of ratio to nominal loop bandwidth 'x'
(see Table 2-3).
2.97Gb/s (3G) loop bandwidth setting:

0x00 = Reserved - do not use
0x01 = 0.0625x
0x02 = 0.125x
0x03 = 0.1875x
0x04 = 0.25x
0x05 = 0.3125x
0x06 = 0.375x
CFG_PLL_LBW_3G 12:8 R/W 8 0x07 = 0.4375x
0x08 = 0.5x
PLL_LOOP_ 0x09 = 0.5625x
0B BANDWIDTH_ 0x0A = 0.625x
1 0x0B = 0.6875x
0x0C = 0.75x
0x0D = 0.8125x
0x0E = 0.875x
0x0F = 0.9375x
0x10 to 0x1B = Reserved - do not use
0x1C = 1.0x (nominal)
0x1D = 1.0625x
0x1E = 1.125x
0x1F = 1.1875x

RSVD 7:5 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure 1.485Gb/s (HD) PLL loop

bandwidth in terms of ratio to nominal
CFG_PLL_LBW_HD 4:0 R/W 8 loop bandwidth 'x' (see Table 2-3). 
See CFG_PLL_LBW_3G parameter for
available settings.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure 270Mb/s (SD) PLL loop

bandwidth in terms of ratio to nominal
CFG_PLL_LBW_SD 12:8 R/W 1C loop bandwidth 'x' (see Table 2-3). 
See CFG_PLL_LBW_3G parameter for
PLL_LOOP_ available settings.
0C BANDWIDTH_
2 RSVD 7:5 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure 125Mb/s (MADI) PLL loop

bandwidth in terms of ratio to nominal
CFG_PLL_LBW_MADI 4:0 R/W 8 loop bandwidth 'x' (see Table 2-3). 
See CFG_PLL_LBW_3G parameter for
available settings.

0D RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 8 Reserved - do not modify.

0E to 0F RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W — Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

GPIO Configuration

RSVD 15:9 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

GPIO0 buffer mode control.

CFG_GPIO0_ 0 = GPIO pin is configured as an input
8 R/W 1
OUTPUT_ENA (tri-stated / high impedance).
1 = GPIO pin is configured as an output.

Function select for GPIO0 pin.

GPIO0 output functions:
0x00 = Output driven LOW
0x01 = Output driven HIGH
0x02 = PLL lock status (HIGH — PLL
locked)
0x03 to 0x7E= Reserved - do not use.
0x80 = LOS equivalent to inverse of
STAT_SEC_CD (Default mode for GPIO0)
0x81 = carrier detect status
(STAT_SEC_CD)
0x82 = Sleep mode status (HIGH —
Device in sleep mode)
0x83 = HIGH for SD, LOW for all other
rates.
0x84 = Rate detected [0]
10 GPIO0_CFG 0x85 = Rate detected [1]
0x86 = Rate detected [2]
Note: To have full rate range using the
GPIO rate detect function, one GPIO pin
CFG_GPIO0_FUNCTION 7:0 R/W 80 must be used for each Rate Detect bit
[2:0]. Please see Table 4-2: Detected
Data Rates for the indication values.

0x87 to 0xFF = Reserved - do not use.

GPIO0 input functions:
0x00 to 0x7E = Reserved - do not use. 
0x80 = Unused 
0x81 = DDO0 disable control (HIGH —
disable)
0x82 = DDO1 disable control (HIGH —
disable)
0x83 = Reserved - do not modify.
0x84 = Cable equalizer bypass enable
(HIGH — Bypass enabled)
0x85 = Retimer bypass enable (HIGH —
Bypass enabled)
0x86 = Sleep control (HIGH — Sleep)
0x87 to 0xFF = Reserved - do not use.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:9 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

GPIO1 buffer mode control.

See GPIO0_CFG:
CFG_GPIO1_
8 R/W 1 CFG_GPIO0_OUTPUT_ENA parameter
OUTPUT_ENA
for description and available settings.
11 GPIO1_CFG Default mode: Output

Function select for GPIO1 pin.

See GPIO0_CFG:
CFG_GPIO1_FUNCTION 7:0 R/W 2 CFG_GPIO0_FUNCTION parameter for
description and available settings.
Default Function: 0x02 = PLL lock status

RSVD 15:9 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

GPIO2 buffer mode control.

See GPIO0_CFG:
CFG_GPIO2_
8 R/W 0 CFG_GPIO0_OUTPUT_ENA parameter
OUTPUT_ENA
for description and available settings.
12 GPIO2_CFG Default mode: Input

Function select for GPIO2 pin.

See GPIO0_CFG:
CFG_GPIO2_FUNCTION 7:0 R/W 86 CFG_GPIO0_FUNCTION parameter for
description and available settings.
Default Function: 0x86 = Sleep control

RSVD 15:9 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

GPIO3 buffer mode control.

See GPIO0_CFG:
CFG_GPIO3_
8 R/W 0 CFG_GPIO0_OUTPUT_ENA parameter
OUTPUT_ENA
for description and available settings.
Default mode: Input
13 GPIO3_CFG
Function select for GPIO3 pin.
See GPIO0_CFG:
CFG_GPIO0_FUNCTION parameter for
CFG_GPIO3_FUNCTION 7:0 R/W 82
description and available settings.
Default Function: 0x82 = DDO1 disable
control (HIGH disable)

Cable Equalizer Configuration

14 RSVD RSVD 15:11 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 15:1 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Enable or disable squelch control

CARR_ conditions for deriving secondary
15 CFG_SEC_CD_ carrier detection (LOS) status for cable
DET_CFG
0 R/W 0
INCL_CLI_SQUELCH equalizer (SDI) input.
0 = Ignore CLI squelch.
1 = Take into account CLI squelch.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Set the input signal squelch threshold.

CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_ Range = 0 to 40d (40d is max cable reach
14:8 R/W 40
THRESHOLD determined for specific rate, cable type,
SQUELCH_
16 etc...)
PARAMETERS
RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

CFG_CLI_SQUELCH_ Set the input signal squelch hysteresis

6:0 R/W 2
HYSTERESIS Range: 1 to 30d

RSVD 15:2 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls cable equalizer (CEQ) bypass

when auto CEQ bypass is disabled
CTRL_CEQ_MANUAL_
1 R/W 0 (CTRL_CEQ_AUTO_BYPASS= 0).
BYPASS
0 = Cable equalizer never bypassed
CABLE_ 1 = Cable equalizer always bypassed
17 EQ_BYPASS_
MODE Auto cable equalizer bypass mode
control:
0 = Disable auto mode
CTRL_CEQ_AUTO_
0 R/W 1 1 = Enable auto mode
BYPASS
When CFG_CEQ_AUTO_BYPASS = 0,
CEQ bypass is controlled by
CFG_CEQ_BYPASS_MANUAL.

RSVD 15:7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Input launch swing compensation

INPUT_ setting in units of 10 mVppd
18 LAUNCH_ CFG_CEQ_INPUT_
Default setting of 80d (0x50)
SWING_CFG LAUNCH_SWING_ 6:0 R/W 50
COMP corresponds to 800mV. Default for
upstream SMPTE compliant cable
drivers operating at 800mv 10%.

19 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1 Reserved - do not modify.

1A RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 12 Reserved - do not modify.

1B RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1 Reserved - do not modify.

1C RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 4 Reserved - do not modify.

1D RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

1E RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 4 Reserved - do not modify.

1F RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 43 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:8 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

CEQ (Cable Equalizer) carrier detect filter

CD_FILTER_ sample window period in clock cycles.
20 CFG_CD_FILTER_ Sample window size is this value plus 1
DELAYS_0
7:0 R/W 3
SAMPLE_WIN clock cycle.
Valid Range: 0x03 to 0xFF
See Section 4.2.3 for details.

RSVD 15:10 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Number of samples required for

CD_FILTER_ detecting CEQ (cable equalizer) carrier
21 CFG_CD_FILTER_
DELAYS_1
9:0 R/W F detect de-assertion:
DEASSERT_CNT
Valid Range: 0x00 to 0x3FF
See Section 4.2.3 for details.

RSVD 15:10 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Number of samples required for

CD_FILTER_ detecting CEQ (cable equalizer) carrier
22 CFG_CD_FILTER_
DELAYS_2
9:0 R/W 3FF detect assertion:
ASSERT_CNT
Valid Range: 0x00 to 0x3FF
See Section 4.2.3 for details.

23 to 25 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W — Reserved - do not modify.

Output Configuration

RSVD 15:4 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure DDO1 (VCCO_1) supply

voltage
0 = 1.8V or 2.5V supply
CFG_OUTPUT1_
3 R/W 0 1 = 1.2 V supply
SUPPLY_VOLTAGE
Host must configure this setting based
on the power supply connected to the
trace driver for DDO1.
MISC_
26 RSVD 2 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.
OUTPUT_CFG
Configure DDO0 (VCCO_0) supply
voltage
0 = 1.8V or 2.5V supply
CFG_OUTPUT0_
1 R/W 0 1 = 1.2 V supply
SUPPLY_VOLTAGE
Host must configure this setting based
on the power supply connected to the
trace driver for DDO0.

RSVD 0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

27 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the SD rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
Range: 0 to 15d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
12:8 R/W 2 better match the channel loss response
SD_PREEMPH_WIDTH
shape.
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Power down the SD rate pre-emphasis

on trace driver output1 (DDO1). 
OUTPUT_ 0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
28 PARAM_TD_ (pre-emphasis enabled).
SD_0 CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
SD_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0
(pre-emphasis disabled).
PWRDWN
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

Configure the SD rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
Range: 0 to 50d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
5:0 R/W 1 amplitude to better match the channel
SD_PREEMPH_AMPL
loss at Nyquist.
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the SD rate amplitude on

trace driver output1 (DDO1). amplitude.
Range: 0 to 40d.
Adjust the differential trace driver
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_ amplitude. The default value produces
29 PARAM_TD_ 13:8 R/W 11
SD_1 SD_DRIVER_SWING an amplitude of 400mVppd.
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the SD rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
Range: 0 to 15d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
12:8 R/W 2 better match the channel loss response
SD_PREEMPH_WIDTH
shape.
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Power down the SD rate pre-emphasis

on trace driver output0 (DDO0). 
OUTPUT_ 0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
2A PARAM_TD_ (pre-emphasis enabled).
SD_2 CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
SD_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0
(pre-emphasis disabled).
PWRDWN
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

Configure the SD rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
Range: 0 to 50d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
5:0 R/W 1 amplitude to better match the channel
SD_PREEMPH_AMPL
loss at Nyquist.
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the SD rate amplitude on

trace driver output0 (DDO0). amplitude.
Range: 0 to 40d.
Adjust the differential trace driver
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ amplitude. The default value produces
2B PARAM_TD_ 13:8 R/W 11
SD_3 SD_DRIVER_SWING an amplitude of 400mVppd.
Note: By default, the trace driver SD
settings are applied for all rates (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the HD rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
12:8 R/W 2 Range: 0 to 15d.
HD_PREEMPH_WIDTH
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
better match the channel loss response
shape.

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

OUTPUT_ Power down the HD rate pre-emphasis

2C PARAM_TD_ on trace driver output1 (DDO1) 
HD_0 CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
HD_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0
(pre-emphasis enabled).
PWRDWN
1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
(pre-emphasis disabled).

Configure the HD rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
5:0 R/W 1 Range: 0 to 50d.
HD_PREEMPH_AMPL
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
amplitude to better match the channel
loss at Nyquist.

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the HD rate amplitude on

trace driver output1 (DDO1). amplitude.
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_ Range: 0 to 40d.
2D PARAM_ 13:8 R/W 11
TD_HD_1 HD_DRIVER_SWING Adjust the differential trace driver
amplitude. The default value produces
an amplitude of 400mVppd.

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the HD rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
12:8 R/W 2 Range: 0 to 15d.
HD_PREEMPH_WIDTH
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
better match the channel loss response
shape.

RSVD 7:7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

OUTPUT_ Power down the HD rate pre-emphasis

2E PARAM_TD_ on trace driver output0 (DDO0) 
HD_2 CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
HD_PREEMPH_ 6:6 R/W 0
(pre-emphasis enabled).
PWRDWN
1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
(pre-emphasis disabled).

Configure the HD rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
5:0 R/W 1 Range: 0 to 50d.
HD_PREEMPH_AMPL
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
amplitude to better match the channel
loss at Nyquist.

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the HD rate amplitude on

trace driver output0 (DDO0). amplitude.
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ Range: 0 to 40d.
2F PARAM_TD_ 13:8 R/W 11
HD_3 HD_DRIVER_SWING Adjust the differential trace driver
amplitude. The default value produces
an amplitude of 400mVppd.

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the 3G rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
12:8 R/W 2 Range: 0 to 15d.
3G_PREEMPH_WIDTH
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
better match the channel loss response
shape.

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

OUTPUT_ Power down the 3G rate pre-emphasis

30 PARAM_ on trace driver output1 (DDO1) 
TD_3G_0 CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
3G_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0
(pre-emphasis enabled).
PWRDWN
1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
(pre-emphasis disabled).

Configure the 3G rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
5:0 R/W 1 Range: 0 to 50d.
3G_PREEMPH_AMPL
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
amplitude to better match the channel
loss at Nyquist.

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the 3G rate amplitude on

trace driver output1 (DDO1). amplitude.
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_ Range: 0 to 40d.
31 PARAM_ 13:8 R/W 11
TD_3G_1 3G_DRIVER_SWING Adjust the differential trace driver
amplitude. The default value produces
an amplitude of 400mVppd.

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the 3G rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
12:8 R/W 2 Range: 0 to 15d.
3G_PREEMPH_WIDTH
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
better match the channel loss response
shape.

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

OUTPUT_ Power down the 3G rate pre-emphasis

32 PARAM_ on trace driver output0 (DDO0) 
TD_3G_2 CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
3G_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0
(pre-emphasis enabled).
PWRDWN
1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
(pre-emphasis disabled).

Configure the 3G rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_
5:0 R/W 1 Range: 0 to 50d.
3G_PREEMPH_AMPL
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
amplitude to better match the channel
loss at Nyquist.

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the 3G rate amplitude on

trace driver output0 (DDO0). amplitude.
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ Range: 0 to 40d.
33 PARAM_ 13:8 R/W 11
TD_3G_3 3G_DRIVER_SWING Adjust the differential trace driver
amplitude. The default value produces
an amplitude of 400mVppd.

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

34 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 201 Reserved - do not modify.

35 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1170 Reserved - do not modify.

36 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 201 Reserved - do not modify.

37 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1170 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the Bypass rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
Range: 0 to 15d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_ better match the channel loss response
BYPASS_PREEMPH_ 12:8 R/W 2 shape.
WIDTH Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Power down the Bypass rate

pre-emphasis on trace driver output1
(DDO1) 
0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
OUTPUT_ (pre-emphasis enabled).
38 PARAM_
TD_BYPASS_0 CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_ 1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
BYPASS_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0 (pre-emphasis disabled).
PWRDWN Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

Configure the Bypass rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output1
(DDO1).
Range: 0 to 50d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_ amplitude to better match the channel
BYPASS_PREEMPH_ 5:0 R/W 1 loss at Nyquist.
AMPL Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the Bypass rate amplitude on

trace driver output1 (DDO1). amplitude.
Range: 0 to 40d.
Adjust the differential trace driver
amplitude. The default value produces
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_
an amplitude of 400mVppd
39 PARAM_ BYPASS_DRIVER_ 13:8 R/W 11
TD_BYPASS_1 SWING Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the Bypass rate pre-emphasis

pulse width on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
Range: 0 to 15d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse width to
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ better match the channel loss response
BYPASS_PREEMPH_ 12:8 R/W 2 shape.
WIDTH Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting)

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Power down the Bypass rate

pre-emphasis on trace driver output0
(DDO0) 
0 = Pre-emphasis driver powered up
OUTPUT_ (pre-emphasis enabled).
3A PARAM_
TD_BYPASS_2 CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ 1 = Pre-emphasis driver powered down
BYPASS_PREEMPH_ 6 R/W 0 (pre-emphasis disabled).
PWRDWN Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

Configure the Bypass rate pre-emphasis

amplitude on trace driver output0
(DDO0).
Range: 0 to 50d.
Adjust the pre-emphasis pulse
CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ amplitude to better match the channel
BYPASS_PREEMPH_ 5:0 R/W 1 loss at Nyquist.
AMPL Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Configure the Bypass rate amplitude on

trace driver output0 (DDO0). amplitude.
Range: 0 to 40d.
Adjust the differential trace driver
amplitude. The default value produces
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT0_TD_ an amplitude of 400mVppd.
3B PARAM_ BYPASS_DRIVER_ 13:8 R/W 11
TD_BYPASS_3 SWING Note: When per rate settings are
chosen, the trace driver Bypass settings
are applied for all rates when CDR is
unlocked (see
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_PER_RATE for
per rate setting).

RSVD 7:0 R/W 70 Reserved - do not modify.

3C RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 342 Reserved - do not modify.

3D RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1C90 Reserved - do not modify.

3E RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 342 Reserved - do not modify.

3F RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1C90 Reserved - do not modify.

40 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 340 Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls the output mute differential

latch voltage on output1 (DDO1) trace
driver. Default is 8 = ~200mVdiff.
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT1_MUTE_ Increasing the setting may be required
41 PARAM_ 13:8 R/W 8
MUTE_1 DRIVER_SWING for noisy environment, but mute power
increases proportionally to mute
differential latch voltage. 
Range: 0 to 63d

RSVD 7:0 R/W 50 Reserved - do not modify.

42 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 340 Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 15:14 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls the output mute differential

latch voltage on output0 (DDO0) trace
driver. Default is 8=~200mVdiff.
OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT0_MUTE_ Increasing the setting may be required
43 PARAM_ 13:8 R/W 8
MUTE_3 DRIVER_SWING for noisy environment, but mute power
increases proportionally to mute
differential latch voltage. 
Range: 0 to 63d

RSVD 7:0 R/W 50 Reserved - do not modify.

44 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 342 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

45 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1C90 Reserved - do not modify.

46 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 342 Reserved - do not modify.

47 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 1C90 Reserved - do not modify.

Output Control

RSVD 15:4 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls optional signal polarity

CTRL_OUTPUT0_ inversion on trace driver output 0
3 R/W 0
DATA_INVERT (DDO0) when data is selected
(CTRL_OUTPUT0_SIGNAL_SEL = 0).

Controls optional signal polarity

CTRL_OUTPUT1_ inversion on trace driver output 0
2 R/W 0
DATA_INVERT (DDO1) when data is selected
(CTRL_OUTPUT1_SIGNAL_SEL = 0).
OUTPUT_
48 SIG_SELECT Select between data or PRBS generator
on output 0 (DDO0).
CTRL_OUTPUT0_
1 R/W 0 0 = Data
SIGNAL_SEL
1 = PRBS generator output (PRBS7 or
divided version of PRBS generator clock)

Select between data or PRBS generator

on output 1 (DDO1).
CTRL_OUTPUT1_
0 R/W 0 0 = Data
SIGNAL_SEL
1 = PRBS generator output (PRBS7 or
divided version of PRBS generator clock)

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:6 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Selects whether auto-mute mutes trace

driver output1 (DDO1) during rate
CTRL_OUTPUT1_ search or not (i.e. based on loss of lock)
AUTO_MUTE_DURING_ 5 R/W 0 in addition to loss of the selected carrier.
RATE_SEARCH This is undesirable if the application
passes non-standard rates through the
part using CDR bypass.

Selects whether auto-mute mutes trace

driver output0 (DDO0) during rate
search or not (i.e. based on loss of lock)
in addition to loss of the selected carrier.
CTRL_OUTPUT0_ This is undesirable if the application
AUTO_MUTE_DURING_ 4 R/W 0 passes non-standard rates through the
RATE_SEARCH part using CDR bypass.
When 1 this mutes the output when not
locked. Host should set this to 0 if using
PRBS generator with
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_SRC = 0 or 1.

Controls mute for trace driver output1

(DDO1) when auto mute
CONTROL_ CTRL_OUTPUT1_ (CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_MUTE = 0) is
3 R/W 0
49 OUTPUT_ MANUAL_MUTE disabled.
MUTE 0 = Unmute output driver
1 = Mute output driver

Select automatic or manual mute

control for trace driver output1 (DDO1).
0 = Disable auto mute mode
CTRL_OUTPUT1_
2 R/W 1 1 = Enable auto mute mode
AUTO_MUTE
If CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_MUTE = 0,
then CTRL_OUTPUT1_MANUAL_MUTE
controls mute for DDO1.

Controls mute for trace driver output0

(DDO0) when auto mute
CTRL_OUTPUT0_ (CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_MUTE = 0) is
1 R/W 0
MANUAL_MUTE disabled.
0 = Unmute output driver
1 = Mute output driver

Select automatic or manual mute

control for trace driver output0 (DDO0).
0 = Disable auto mute mode
CTRL_OUTPUT0_
0 R/W 1 1 = Enable auto mute mode
AUTO_MUTE
If CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_MUTE = 0,
then CTRL_OUTPUT0_MANUAL_MUTE
controls mute for DDO0.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:4 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls disable for trace driver output1

(DDO1) when auto disable
CTRL_OUTPUT1_ (CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_DISABLE = 0) is
3 R/W 0
MANUAL_DISABLE disabled.
0 = Enable output driver
1 = Disable (power down) output driver.

Select automatic or manual disable

control for trace driver output1 (DDO1).
0 = Disable auto disable mode
CTRL_OUTPUT1_ 1 = Enable auto disable mode
2 R/W 0
AUTO_DISABLE If CTRL_OUTPUT1_AUTO_DISABLE = 0,
then
CONTROL_ CTRL_OUTPUT1_MANUAL_DISABLE
4A OUTPUT_ controls mute for DDO1.
DISABLE
Controls disable for trace driver output0
(DDO0) when auto disable
CTRL_OUTPUT0_ (CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_DISABLE = 0) is
1 R/W 0
MANUAL_DISABLE disabled.
0 = Enable output driver
1 = Disable (power down) output driver.

Select automatic or manual disable

control for trace driver output0 (DDO0).
0 = Disable auto disable mode
CTRL_OUTPUT0_ 1 = Enable auto disable mode
0 R/W 0
AUTO_DISABLE If CTRL_OUTPUT0_AUTO_DISABLE = 0,
then
CTRL_OUTPUT0_MANUAL_DISABLE
controls mute for DDO0.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:13 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls whether common or per rate

trace driver settings are used for
output1 (DDO1): 
0 = Common trace driver settings:
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_SD_* settings are
CTRL_OUTPUT1_
12 R/W 0 used for all rates.
TRDR_PER_RATE
1 = Per rate trace driver settings:
CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_<rate>_* are used
CONTROL_ when CDR is locked to <rate>.
4B OUTPUT_ CFG_OUTPUT1_TD_BYPASS_* are
SLEW
used when CDR is not locked.

RSVD 11:5 R/W 20 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls whether common or per rate

trace driver settings are used for
CTRL_OUTPUT0_TRDR_
4 R/W 0 output1 (DDO0).
PER_RATE
Same description as
CTRL_OUTPUT1_TRDR_PER_RATE.

RSVD 3:0 R/W 4 Reserved - do not modify.

RSVD 15:4 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Controls retimer bypass for trace driver

output1 (DDO1), when auto mode is
CTRL_OUTPUT1_ disabled
RETIMER_MANUAL_ 3 R/W 0 (CTRL_OUTPUT1_RETIMER_AUTO_BYPA
BYPASS SS = 0).
0 = Disable retimer bypass
1 = Enable retimer bypass

Selects between auto and manual

CTRL_OUTPUT1_ control of retimer bypass for trace driver
RETIMER_AUTO_ 2 R/W 1 output1 (DDO1).
CONTROL_ BYPASS 0 = Disable auto mode
4C RETIMER_ 1 = Enable auto mode
BYPASS
Controls retimer bypass for trace driver
output0 (DDO0), when auto mode is
CTRL_OUTPUT0_ disabled
RETIMER_MANUAL_ 1 R/W 0 (CTRL_OUTPUT0_RETIMER_AUTO_BYPA
BYPASS SS = 0).
0 = Disable retimer bypass
1 = Enable retimer bypass

Selects between auto and manual

CTRL_OUTPUT0_ control of retimer bypass for trace driver
RETIMER_AUTO_ 0 R/W 1 output0 (DDO0).
BYPASS 0 = Disable auto mode
1 = Enable auto mode

4D to 4F RSVD RSVD 15:0 — — Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

Diagnostic Control Features

RSVD 15 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Adjusts the phase of the clock to the

PRBS checker. Values are:
0=0
1 = 90 
CFG_PRBS_CHECK_
14:13 R/W 0 2 = 180 
PHASEADJUST
3 = 270 
Note: A setting of 0 is ideal for most
applications. Adjustment is not
expected.

Optionally inverts the re-timed data at

CFG_PRBS_CHECK_ the input to the PRBS checker:
12 R/W 0
INVERT 0 = no inversion
1 = data inverted
PRBS_
50 Selects pre-divider for PRBS check
CHK_CFG
measurement timer:
setting: pre-divider value
0 = 4
1 = 8
2 = 16
CFG_PRBS_CHECK_
11:8 R/W 0 3 = 32
PREDIVIDER
4 = 64
5 = 128
6 = 256
7 = 512
8 = 1024
9 = 2048

Selects PRBS check measurement

CFG_PRBS_CHECK_
7:0 R/W 3 interval for timed measurements.
MEAS_TIME
See Section 4.4.1 for more details.

RSVD 15:9 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Selects between timed and continuous

PRBS check mode.
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_
8 R/W 0 0 = Selects continuous PRBS check
TIMED_CONT_B
mode.
1 = Selects timed PRBS check mode.

PRBS_CHK_ RSVD 7:1 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

51 CTRL
Set to 1 by host to start a timed
operation.
Set to 0 by host after completion or
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_ abort of the operation (by the device
0 R/W 0
START due to loss of lock) to tell the device that
PRBS result has been read by the host.
See Section 4.4 for more details on PRBS
checker function.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:10 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Selects whether the PRBS generator is

enabled or not
0 = PRBS Generator disabled
1 = PRBS Generator enabled
Note: enabling the PRBS generator does
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ not automatically override other device
9 R/W 0
ENABLE modes such as auto sleep, auto output
mute, auto output disable, etc. These
continue to function normally. The
user/host may need to adjust those
settings to ensure the part will output
the PRBS signal.

Select output signal from PRBS

generator as either PRBS7 or divided
clock (divided version of the PRBS
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_
8 R/W 1 generator clock source):
SIGNAL_SELECT
0 = clock divider (using ratio set by
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_DIVIDER)
PRBS_GEN_
52 1 = PRBS7
CTRL
Selects clock source for PRBS generator:
0 = VCO (free running)
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ 1 = Reserved
7:6 R/W 0
CLK_SRC 2 = Reserved
3 = Data reference PLL (CDR recovered
clock)

Selects clock divider ratio for when host

selects divided clock to output on PRBS
generator
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ (CTRL_PRBS_GEN_SIGNAL_SELECT = 0):
5:4 R/W 0
CLK_DIVIDER 0 = divide by 2
1 = divide by 4
2 = divide by 8
3 = divide by 16

Controls optional inversion of the

CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ generated PRBS pattern:
3 R/W 0
INVERT 0 = true sense
1 = inverted

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

Select PRBS7 data rate when PRBS clock

source not recovered clock
(CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_SRC ≠ 3)
0 = Reserved - do not use.
1 = MADI
2 = SD
3 = HD
4 = 3G
52 PRBS_GEN_ CTRL_PRBS_GEN_ 5 = Reserved – do not use.
CTRL 2:0 R/W 6 6 = Reserved – do not use.
(Continued) (Continued) DATA_RATE
7 = Reserved – do not use.
If CTRL_PRBS_GEN_CLK_SRC = 3, then
CTRL_PRBS_GEN_DATA_RATE setting
has no effect and the CDR rate is used
(based on automatic rate detection or
manual rate selection).
Additionally, if the device is locked to an
input signal, only the same rate can be
selected for the PRBS generator.

53 RSVD RSVD 15:0 — — Reserved - do not modify.

CFG_EYE_MON_TIMEOUT[31:16] Most
significant 16 bits of the measurement
time. This is the time spent measuring
bit errors at each point in the eye scan,
EYE_MON_ CFG_EYE_MON_ i.e. the time to measure one point in the
54 15:0 R/W 0
INT_CFG_0 TIMEOUT_MS eye. Units are in microseconds. The Eye
Scanner scans each point twice and
there is some overhead, so the actual
measurement time is twice the number
entered.

CFG_EYE_MONT_TIMEOUT[15:0] Least
EYE_MON_ CFG_EYE_MON_ significant 16 bits of the measurement
55 15:0 R/W 64
INT_CFG_1 TIMEOUT_LS time.
See CFG_EYE_MON_ TIMEOUT_MS

Threshold of bit error counts to define

EYE_MON_ CFG_EYE_BER_ good vs bad points in eye for shape
56 15:0 R/W 64
INT_CFG_2 THRESHOLD scan. 
See Section 4.5 for further details.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

The vertical offset slice that will be used

for eye shape queries. Offset values: 0 to
CFG_EYE_DEFAULT_ 255d. 0 represents the most negative
15:8 R/W 80 slice since 128d is the 0V slice level and
VERT_OFFSET
255d is the most positive slice level.
Default is 128d
EYE_MON_
57 INT_CFG_3
RSVD 7:3 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Eye monitor initialization bit. Set HIGH

CFG_EYE_INIT_RESET 2 R/W 0 during Device Power-up Sequence. See
Section 4.9.12 for details.

RSVD 1:0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

58 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W D280 Reserved - do not modify

59 RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify

RSVD 15 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Starting phase offset. 

CTRL_EYE_PHASE_ Valid range is 0 to 127d.
14:8 R/W 0
START Reset value must be used for shape
scan.
EYE_MON_
5A RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.
SCAN_CTRL_0

Phase offset limit. Valid range is 0 to

127d. CTRL_EYE_PHASE_STOP must be
CTRL_EYE_PHASE_
6:0 R/W 7F greater or equal to
STOP
CTRL_EYE_PHASE_START. Reset value
must be used for shape scan.

RSVD 15 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Unsigned value for phase step size. Valid

values are 1,2, and 4.
Reset value must be used for shape
scan.
CTRL_EYE_PHASE_
14:8 R/W 1 Behaviour is undefined for other values.
STEP
EYE_MON_ In order to use a step size of 2 or 4,
5B SCAN_CTRL_1 CTRL_EYE_PHASE_START and
CTRL_EYE_PHASE_STOP must be set to
their default values.

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

CTRL_EYE_VERT_ Starting voltage offset.

6:0 R/W 0
OFFSET_START Valid range is 0 to 255d.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

Voltage offset limit.

Valid range is 0 to 255d.
CTRL_EYE_VERT_ CTRL_EYE_VERT_OFFSET_STOP must be
15:8 R/W FF
OFFSET_STOP greater or equal to
CTRL_EYE_VERT_OFFSET_START. Reset
value must be used for shape scan.

RSVD 7 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

EYE_MON_
5C SCAN_CTRL_2 Unsigned value for voltage offset step
size.
Valid values are 1,2, and 4.
CTRL_EYE_VERT_ Behaviour is undefined for other values.
6:0 R/W 1
OFFSET_STEP In order to use a step size of 2 or 4,
CTRL_EYE_VERT_ OFFSET_START and
CTRL_EYE_VERT_ OFFSET_STOP must
be set to their default values.

RSVD 15:9 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Selects whether the eye monitor should

perform an eye scan or eye shape
CTRL_EYE_SHAPE_
8 R/W 0 capture:
SCAN_B
0 = Selects eye scan (new or continued).
1 = Selects eye shape capture.

RSVD 7:2 R/W 0 Reserved - do not modify.

Power control for the eye monitor:

0 = Power down the eye monitor
1 = Power up the eye monitor
Host is permitted to change this any
CTRL_EYE_MON_ time between eye scans (but not
EYE_MON_ 1 R/W 0
5D POWER_CTRL between partial eye scans).
SCAN_CTRL_3 This must be set to 1 to run an eye scan.
Behaviour is undefined if host sets
CTRL_EYE_MON_START = 1 without
setting this bit to 1.

Part of a four way handshake with

STAT_EYE_MON_STATUS:
0 = Set by host to tell the device to clear
the status bit.
1 = Set by host only in order to
CTRL_EYE_MON_START 0 R/W 0
begin/continue an eye scan or start an
eye shape capture.
See Section 4.5 for more details on
implementing the four way hand shake
for this operation.

5E to 5F RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W — Reserved - do not modify.

Factory Settings

60 to 7E RSVD RSVD 15:0 R/W — Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

80 RSVD RSVD 15:0 RO 0 Reserved.

This register contains the first part of the

device configuration version. Please
81 VERSION_0 STAT_CONFIG_VER0 15:0 RO —
contact your local technical sales
representative for more details.

This register contains the second part of

the device configuration version. Please
82 VERSION_1 STAT_CONFIG_VER1 15:0 RO —
contact your local technical sales
representative for more details.

This register contains the devices

identification, including revision. Please
83 VERSION_2 STAT_HW_VERSION 15:0 RO —
contact your local technical sales
representative for more details.

Count of primary carrier detection

status changes (i.e. ignoring CLI
STAT_CNT_PRI_CD_ squelch).
15:8 RO 0
CHANGES The count saturates at 255d (0xFF).
See Section 4.9.11 for procedure to clear
the counts.
STICKY_
84 COUNTS_0
Count of secondary carrier detection
status changes (i.e. optionally taking
STAT_CNT_SEC_CD_ into account CLI squelch.
7:0 RO 0
CHANGES The count saturates at 255d (0xFF).
See Section 4.9.11 for procedure to clear
the counts.

Count of rate changes.

STAT_CNT_RATE_ The count saturates at 255d (0xFF).
15:8 RO 0
CHANGES See Section 4.9.11 for procedure to clear
the counts.
STICKY_
85 COUNTS_1
Count of PLL lock status changes.
STAT_CNT_PLL_ The count saturates at 255d (0xFF).
7:0 RO 0
LOCK_CHANGES See Section 4.9.11 for procedure to clear
the counts.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15 RO 0 Reserved

Clear counts status:

0 = Idle
1 = Reserved
2 = indicates device has cleared the
STAT_CLEAR_COUNTS_ sticky counts
14:13 RO 0 3 = Reserved. Part of a four way
STATUS
handshake with CTRL_CLEAR_COUNTS.
See Section 4.9.11 for more details on
implementing the four way handshake
for this operation.

PLL lock status:

STAT_LOCK 12 RO 0 0 = PLL is unlocked
1 = PLL is locked

Sleep status:
STAT_SLEEP 11 RO 0 0 = Device is not in sleep
1 = Device is currently in sleep

RSVD 10 RO 0 Reserved

RSVD 9 RO 0 Reserved
CURRENT_
86 Cable Equalizer Squelch status.
STATUS_0
STAT_CLI_SQUELCH 8 RO 1 0 = CLI squelch is de-asserted
1 = CLI squelch is asserted

Trace driver output1 (DDO1) output

status:
0 = Mission Trace Driver <= SD rate
1 = Mission Trace Driver HD rate
2 = Mission Trace Driver 3G rate
STAT_OUTPUT1_MODE 7:4 RO 6
3 = Reserved
4 = Mission Trace Driver Bypass
5 = Reserved
6 = Muted
7 = Disabled

Trace driver output0 (DDO0) output

status:
0 = Mission Trace Driver <= SD rate
1 = Mission Trace Driver HD rate
2 = Mission Trace Driver 3G rate
STAT_OUTPUT0_MODE 3:0 RO 6
3 = Reserved
4 = Mission Trace Driver Bypass
5 = Reserved
6 = Muted
7 = Disabled

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

Trace driver output1 (DDO1) disable

STAT_OUTPUT1_ status:
15 RO 0
DISABLE 0 = DDO1 is not disabled
1 = DDO1 is disabled

Trace driver output0 (DDO0) disable

STAT_OUTPUT0_ status:
14 RO 0
DISABLE 0 = DDO0 is not disabled
1 = DDO0 is disabled

Trace driver output1 (DDO1) mute

STAT_OUTPUT1_ status:
13 RO 1
MUTE 0 = DDO1 is not disabled
1 = DDO1 is disabled

Trace driver output0 (DDO0) mute

status:
STAT_OUTPUT0_MUTE 12 RO 1
0 = DDO0 is not disabled
1 = DDO0 is disabled

Trace driver output1 (DDO1) re-timer

status:
STAT_OUTPUT1_
11 RO 1 0 = Retimer path to DDO1 is not
RETIMER_BYPASS
CURRENT_ bypassed 
87 1 = Retimer path to DDO1 is bypassed
STATUS_1
Trace driver output1 (DDO0) re-timer
status:
STAT_OUTPUT0_
10 RO 1 0 = Retimer path to DDO0 is not
RETIMER_BYPASS
bypassed 
1 = Retimer path to DDO0 is bypassed

Secondary carrier detection status (i.e.

optionally taking into account CLI
STAT_SEC_CD 9 RO 0 squelch.
0 = Secondary carrier is not detected
1 = Secondary carrier is detected

Primary carrier detection status (i.e.

ignoring CLI squelch for cable equalizer
STAT_PRI_CD 8 RO 0 inputs).
0 = Primary carrier is not detected
1 = Primary carrier is detected

CEQ (Cable Equalizer) bypass status.

STAT_CEQ_BYPASS 7 RO 0 0 = CEQ is not bypassed
1 = CEQ is bypassed

RSVD 6:5 RO 2 Reserved - do not modify.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 4:3 RO 2 Reserved

Rate at which the CDR is locked.

0 = Unlocked
CURRENT_ 1 = MADI (125Mb/s)
87 2 = SD (270Mb/s)
STATUS_1
(Continued) (Continued) STAT_DETECTED_RATE 2:0 RO 0 3 = HD (1.485Gb/s)
4 = 3G (2.97Gb/s)
5 = Reserved
6 = Reserved
7 = Reserved

RSVD 15:8 RO 0 Reserved

SDI cable length indication when in

cable equalizer mode.
88 EQ_GAIN_IND 0x00 to 0x40 = Cable length indication
STAT_CABLE_LEN_
7:0 RO 0 range, where 40 is max cable reach
INDICATION
determined for specific rate, cable type,
etc...)
0xFF = Unknown cable length

PRBS checker error count. Cleared to 0

at the start of a measurement. Updated
PRBS_ STAT_PRBS_CHK_ by the device on completion of a
89 15:0 RO 0
CHK_ERR_CNT ERR_CNT measurement. Value is undefined in
case of abort due to loss of CDR lock
(STAT_PRBS_CHECK_LAST_ABORT = 1).

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Table 5-4: Status Register Descriptions (Continued)

Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:10 RO 0 Reserved

PRBS no data status:

0 = Normal
1 = No data transitions were seen during
the previous PRBS check. This bit is set
to 1 to indicate that the input data was
all 0's during a PRBS check. When that
happens, the error count will be zero
STAT_PRBS_CHECK_ when in fact there was no valid PRBS
9 RO 0
NODATA [Link] bit is updated by the device
on completion of a measurement. It
retains its value until the next PRBS
check operation is requested. Value is
undefined in case of abort
(STAT_PRBS_CHECK_LAST_ABORT = 1).
Value does not increment during a
measurement until it completes.

PRBS abort status.

0 = Normal.
PRBS_ STAT_PRBS_CHECK_ 1 = PRBS check was aborted due to loss
8A 8 RO 0
CHK_STATUS LAST_ABORT of lock or sleep.
This bit retains its value until the next
PRBS operation is requested.

RSVD 7:2 RO 0 Reserved

Status for PRBS checker:

0 = PRBS check idle; ready for new
operation.
1 = PRBS check timed or continuous
operation in progress.
2 = PRBS check timed operation
completed (success)
STAT_PRBS_CHECK_ 3 = PRBS check timed or continuous
1:0 RO 0
STATUS operation aborted (error). Part of a four
way handshake with
CTRL_PRBS_CHECK_START
(Section 4.4).Abort will be reported if
loss of lock or sleep occurred during a
PRBS check operation or those
conditions existed when the operation
was requested by the host.

EYE_MON_ The size in bytes of the last partial scan

8B SCAN_ STAT_EYE_IMAGE_SIZE 15:0 RO 0
SIZE_OUTPUT segment.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

Left Edge Voltage Offset returned from

shape scan.
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_
15:8 RO 0 Offset values 0 to 255d, 0 represents
LEFT_EDGE_OFFSET
EYE_MON_ most negative voltage, 127d is 0V 255d
8C SHAPE_ is most positive voltage.
OUTPUT_0
Left Edge Phase returned from shape
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_ scan.
7:0 RO 0
LEFT_EDGE_PHASE
Phase values 0 to 127d.

Positive (top) Edge Voltage Offset

returned from shape scan.
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_
15:8 RO 0 Offset values 0 to 255d, 0 represents
POS_EDGE_OFFSET
EYE_MON_ most negative voltage, 127d is 0V 255d
8D SHAPE_ is most positive voltage.
OUTPUT_1
Positive (top) Edge Phase returned from
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_ shape scan.
7:0 RO 0
POS_EDGE_PHASE
Phase values 0 to 127d.

Right Edge Voltage Offset returned from

shape scan.
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_
15:8 RO 0 Offset values 0 to 255d, 0 represents
RIGHT_EDGE_OFFSET
EYE_MON_ most negative voltage, 127d is 0V 255d
8E SHAPE_ is most positive voltage.
OUTPUT_2
Right Edge Phase returned from shape
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_ scan.
7:0 RO 0
RIGHT_EDGE_PHASE
Phase values 0 to 127d.

Negative (bottom) Edge Voltage Offset

returned from shape scan.
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_
15:8 RO 0 Offset values 0 to 255d, 0 represents
NEG_EDGE_OFFSET
EYE_MON_ most negative voltage, 127d is 0V 255d
8F SHAPE_ is most positive voltage.
OUTPUT_3
Negative (bottom) Edge Phase returned
STAT_EYE_SHAPE_ from shape scan.
7:0 RO 0
NEG_EDGE_PHASE
Phase values 0 to 127d.

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Register Bit Reset

Addressh Parameter Name R/W Description
Name Slice Valueh

RSVD 15:9 RO 0 Reserved

Full scan status:

0 = Full scan complete.
1 = Partial scan complete.
STAT_EYE_SCAN_ On completion of an eye monitor eye
8 RO 0 scan (CRTL_EYE_SHAPE_SCAN_B = 0),
PARTIAL_OR_FULL
indicates whether the eye monitor
completed the full scan or a partial scan.
Undefined for eye shape scan
(CTRL_EYE_SHAPE_SCAN_B = 1).

RSVD 7:2 RO 0 Reserved

EYE_MON_ Eye monitor status:
90 STATUS 0 = Eye monitor idle; ready for new
operation
1 = Eye monitor operation in progress
2 = Eye monitor operation completed
(success)
3 = Eye monitor operation aborted
STAT_EYE_MON_
1:0 RO 0 (error). Part of a four way handshake
STATUS
with CTRL_EYE_MON_START, see
Section 4.5 for [Link] will be
reported by device if loss of lock or sleep
occurred during an eye monitor
operation or those conditions existed
when the operation was requested by
the host.

91 - BF RSVD RSVD 15:0 — — Reserved

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6. Application Information

6.1 Typical Application Circuit

VCC1V8

IO

IO
VCC1V8
470nF

10μF 100nF
10μF 10μF

40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29
LF-

LF+

VEE_CORE

VEE_CORE

GPIO3

VCC_CORE

VCO_FILT

GPIO2

RSVD

VEE_CORE

VCO_FILT10

VCCO1P8_0
1 VEE_SDI

4.7μF
2 SDI VEEO 28

DDO0 27 OUT
2Ω 4.7μF 3 SDI_TERM 26
DDO0 OUT

VCC1V8 Note: Pins 24/25 both

25 require a 100nF capacitor
4 VCC_SDI VCCO_0
VCC1V8
1μF
GS3241 24
VCCO_1
100nF x2
Note: The device central paddle is not an electrical
5 RSVD
connection. Refrain from connecting device pins to
the central paddle. 23 OUT
DDO1/RCO

6 RSVD 22
DDO1/RCO OUT

7 RSVD 21
VEEO

VCCO1P8_1
VEE_CORE

8 VEE_SDI
SDOUT

GPIO0

GPIO1
RSVD

SCLK
SDIN

VDD
VSS

VSS
CS

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

VCC1V8 VCC1V8

100nF 100nF
IO

IO
OUT
IN

IN
IN

Figure 6-1: Typical Application Circuit

Note 1: 4.7μF AC-coupling capacitors are required on DDO0/DDO0 and DDO1/RCO,

DDO1/RCO when the downstream IC has an input common mode range that is
incompatible with the output common mode range of the GS3241.
Note 2: Although 1μF AC-coupling capacitors may be adequate at the input of SDI for
most applications, it is recommended to use 4.7μF capacitors for increased margin to
pathological signals.
Note 3: It is recommended that separate filtered supplies are used for the following two
groups: (VCC_SDI, VCC_CORE), (VCCO1P8_0, VCCO1P8_1, VDD, VCCO_0*, VCCO_1*).
*Assuming VCCO_0 and VCCO_1 supplies are chosen as 1.8V.
Multiple devices can share the same filtered supply plane.

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7. Package & Ordering Information

7.1 Package Dimensions

DIMENSIONS
A D
B MILLIMETERS
DIM
MIN NOM MAX
A 0.80 0.90 1.00
A1 0.00 0.02 0.05
A2 (0.02)
E b 0.15 0.20 0.25
PIN 1
INDICATOR D 5.95 6.00 6.05
(LASER MARK)
D1 3.45 3.60 3.70
E 3.95 4.00 4.05
E1 1.43 1.58 1.68
e 0.40 BSC
L 0.30 0.40 0.50
N 40
aaa 0.08
A SEATING bbb 0.10
aaa C PLANE
A1 A2 C

D1 LxN

E/1

E1
2
1

N
bxN
0.30 x 45° e/2
bbb C A B
e

D/2

NOTES:
1. CONTROLLING DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS (ANGLES IN DEGREES).
2. COPLANARITY APPLIES TO THE EXPOSED PAD AS WELL AS THE TERMINALS.
3. DIMENSION OF LEAD WIDTH APPLIES TO TERMINAL AND IS MEASURED BETWEEN
0.15 to 0.30mm FROM THE TERMINAL TIP.

Figure 7-1: Package Dimensions

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7.2 Recommended PCB Footprint
0.60 0.20

Pin #1

1.58

3.20
3.60

0.40

5.20

Figure 7-2: Recommended PCB Footprint

7.3 Packaging Data

Table 7-1: Packaging Data

Parameter Value

Package Type 6mm x 4mm 40-pin QFN

Moisture Sensitivity Level 3

Junction to Air Thermal Resistance, j-a (at zero airflow) 40.0°C/W

Junction to Board Thermal Resistance, j-b 32.0°C/W

Junction to Case Thermal Resistance, j-c 36.0°C/W

Junction-to-Top Characterization Parameter, Psi,  <1.0°C/W

Pb-free and RoHS compliant Yes

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7.4 Marking Diagram
Pin 1
Indicator

XXXX - Last 4 digits of Assembly lot

E3 - Pb-free & Green indicator
GS3241 YYWW - Date Code
XXXXE3
YYWW
Figure 7-3: Marking Diagram

7.5 Solder Reflow Profiles

Temperature

60-150 sec.

20-40 sec.

260°C
250°C

3°C/sec max
217°C
6°C/sec max

200°C

150°C

25°C

Time
60-180 sec. max

8 min. max

Figure 7-4: Maximum Pb-free Solder Reflow Profile

7.6 Ordering Information

Table 7-2: Ordering Information

Minimum Order
Part Number Format
Quantity

GS3241-INE3 490 Tray

GS3241-INTE3 250 Tape and Reel

GS3241-INTE3Z 2500 Tape and Reel

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