The PCI1520PDVG4 is a highly integrated CardBus controller fabricated by Texas Instruments, designed to provide a robust interface solution for mobile computing and other applications that require high-speed data transfer and processing. This advanced controller is engineered to bridge between the PCI bus and PC Card and CardBus devices, enabling seamless integration of new functionalities into systems with PCI interfaces.
Key Features
- Dual-Slot Capability: The PCI1520PDVG4 can support two independent card sockets, suitable for simultaneous operation of multiple PC Cards or CardBus cards.
- PCI Bus Interface: It is compliant with the PCI Local Bus Specification, Revision 2.2, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems.
- High Performance: This controller supports a high-performance bus mastering and a burst mode data transfer mechanism, which enhances data throughput.
- Low Power Consumption: The device is optimized for low power consumption, an essential feature for battery-powered mobile devices.
- Advanced Power Management: It includes sophisticated power management capabilities that conform to the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification.
- ZV Port Support: The controller offers Zoomed Video (ZV) port support, allowing for the direct transfer of video data to the graphics controller, bypassing system memory and CPU to save resources.
Applications
The PCI1520PDVG4 is ideal for a variety of applications, particularly in the mobile computing sector. It is commonly used in:
- Notebook computers
- Embedded systems
- Mobile communication devices
- Portable medical equipment
Technical Specifications
The device is packaged in a 208-Pin Plastic Ball Grid Array (PBGA) and operates within the industrial temperature range. It features an integrated 3.3V regulator for the card VCC and supports a 3.3V or 5V PCI signaling environment, making it versatile for different system designs.
For developers and system integrators, the PCI1520PDVG4 offers a reliable and high-performance solution for expanding system capabilities through PC Card and CardBus technology. Its robust feature set ensures that it can meet the demands of a wide range of applications, where data integrity, speed, and power efficiency are critical.