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Sound Processors for BOOM BOX / Mini-component Stereo
Sound Processors
with Built-in 2-band Equalizers
BD3870FS,BD3871FS,BD3872FS,BD3873FS
Description
The Sound Processor with built-in 2 Band Equalizer, incorporates functions required for BOOM BOX and mini-component
systems, such as input selector, input gain amp, volume, surround, tone (bass, treble), and loud speaker equalizer
(BD3872FS only). These functions can be controlled thro ugh the two-wire serial control.
Features
1) Using external components, center frequencies and Q factors of the bass characteristics are flexible.
2) Providing a mute switch onto one of the input pins allows cross-talk suppression.
3) A surround function can be constructed without exter nal components.
4) Energy-saving design resultin g in low current consumption, by utilizing the BiCMOS proce ss
Applications
BOOM BOX, mini-audio systems, and micro-audio system s.
Line up matrix
Parameter BD3870FS BD3871FS BD3873FS BD3872FS
Input Gain 0, 6, 12, 18dB 24, 26, 28dB 18, 21, 24, 27dB 0, 5, 10, 19, 21,
23, 26, 28dB
Loud Speaker Equalizer (SEQ) No No No Yes
Input Selector Three inputs Three inputs Three inputs Five inputs
Volume 0 to -87dB/
1dB step, -dB 0 to -87dB/
1dB step, -dB 0 to –87dB/
1dB step, -dB 0 to -87dB/
1dB step, -dB
Equalizer 2 band
(Bass, T reble) 2 band
(Bass, T reble) 2 band
(Bass, T reble) 2 band
(Bass, T reble)
Surround Yes Yes Yes Yes
Serial Control Two-wire serial Two-wire serial Two-wire serial Two-wire serial
Package SSOP-A24 SSOP-A24 SSOP-A24 SSOP-A32
Absolute maximum ratings (Ta=25)
Prameter Symbol Ratings Unit
BD3870FS BD3871FS BD3873FS BD3872FS
Power Supply Voltage Vcc 10 10 10 10 V
Power Dissipation Pd 800 *1 800 *1 800 *1 950 *2 mW
Operating Temperature Range Topr -25 to +75 -25 to +75 -25 to +75 -25 to +75
Storage Temperature Range Tstg -55 to +125 -55 to +125 -55 to +125 -55 to +125
*1 Reduce d by 8.0 mW/ at 25 or higher, when installed on the standard board (Size: 70×70×1.6mm).
*2 Reduce d by 9.5 mW/ at 25 or higher, when installed on the standard board (Size: 70×70×1.6mm).
Operating voltage range
Prameter Symbol Ratings Unit
BD3870FS BD3871FS BD3873FS BD3872FS
Operating Voltage Range Vcc 4.5 to 9.5 4.5 to 9.5 4.5 to 9.5 4.5 to 9.5 V
*It must function normally at Ta=25.
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Electrical characteristics
(Ta=25 , VCC=8V, f=1kHz, Vi=200mVrms, RL=10k, Rg=600, Input Gain=0dB (BD3870FS, BD3872FS only),
Input Gain=24dB (BD3871FS only), Input Gain=18dB (BD3873FS only),Volume=0dB, Bass=0dB, Treble=0dB,
Surround=OFF, Loud Speaker Equalizer=OFF (BD3872FS only), unless other wise noted)
Block
Parameter Symbol Limits Unit Condition
Min. Typ. Max.
Total
Circuit Current IQ - 8 21 mA At no signal
Total Output Voltage Gain Gv
-2 0 2
dB
BD3870FS, BD3872FS
Gv=20log(VOUT/VIN)
22 24 26 BD3871FS
Gv=20log(VOUT/VIN)
16 18 20 BD3873FS
Gv=20log(VOUT/VIN)
Total Harmonic Distortion ratio THD - 0.01 0.1 % BW=400 to 30kHz
Maximum Output Voltage Vom 1.6 2.1 - Vrms THD=1%
BW=400 to 30kHz
Total Output Noise Voltage Vno - 4.5 15
µVrms
BD3870FS, BD3872FS
Rg=0, BW=IHF-A
- 40 80 BD3871FS, BD3873FS
Rg=0, BW=IHF-A
Total Residual Noise Voltage Vmno - 4.5 15 µVrms Rg=0, BW=IHF-A
Volume=-dB
Cross-talk between Channels CTC - -80 -70 dB Rg=0, BW=IHF-A
VOUT=1Vrms
Cross-talk between Selectors CTS - -80 -70 dB Rg=0, BW=IHF-A
Input Impedance Rin 35 50 65 k BD3870FS, BD3871FS, BD3 873FS
70 100 130 BD3872FS
Output Impedance Rout - - 50
Volume
Volume Control Range VRI -90 -87 -84 dB VR=20log(VOUT/VIN)
Maximum Volume Attenuation Vmin - - -90 dB BW=IHF-A
Volume Input Impedance Rvin 39 56 73 k
Bass
Bass Boost Gain GBB 12 14 16 dB GB=20log(VOUT/VIN)
Bass Cut Gain GBC -16 -14 -12 dB GB=20log(VOUT/VIN)
Bass Step Resolution BR - 2 - dB
Treble
Treble Boost Gain GTB 10 12 14 dB BD3870FS, BD3871FS, BD3873FS
12 14 16 BD3872FS
Treble Cut Gain GTC -14 -12 -10 dB BD3870FS, BD38 71FS, BD3873FS
-16 -14 -12 BD3872FS
Treble Step Resolution TR - 2 - dB
Surround
Surround In-phase Gain Vsur1 -2 0 2 dB 2ch in-phase inputs
Surround Single-phase Gai n Vsur2 4.3 6.3 8.3 dB 1ch input, 1ch grounded
Surround Opposite-phase Gain Vsur3 8 10 12 dB 2ch opposite-phase inputs
SEQ
Loud Speaker Equa lizer Gain
(BD3872FS only) Seq 3 5 7 dB f=10kHz
* For measurement, VP-9690A (Average value wave detection, Effective value display) IHF-A filter by Matsushita Communication Industrial is used.
* Phase relation between Input/Output signal terminals is the same.
* Note: This IC is not designed to be radiation-resistant.
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SC
(CLOCK)
thd thdth ts ts1 th1 tsd
twc
twh
twd tw1
tsu
DATA DATA
LATCH
90% 90% 90% 90%
10% 10% 10%
90% 90% 90% 90% 90%
10% 10% 10%
twc
End with Low
SI
DATA
LATCH
Timing chart
1) Signal Timing Conditions
Data is read on the rising edge of the clock.
Latch is read out on the falling edge of the clock.
Latch signal must end with the LOW state.
To avoid malfunctions, clock and data signals must terminate with the LOW state.
1byte=10bit
Fig.1
Parameter Symbol Limits Unit
Min. Typ. Max.
Minimum Clock Width Twc 2.0 - - µs
Minimum Data Width twd 2.0 - - µs
Minimum Latch Width Tw1 2.0 - - µs
Data Set-up Time (DATACLK) Tsd 1.0 - - µs
Data Hold Time (CLKDATA) Thd 1.0 - - µs
Latch Set-up Time (CLKLATCH) Ts1 1.0 - - µs
Latch Hold Time (DATALATCH) Th1 1.0 - - µs
Latch Low Set-up Time Ts 1.0 - - µs
Latch Low Hold Width Twh 2.0 - - µs
2) Voltage Conditions for Control Signals
Parameter Limits Unit Condition
Min. Typ. Max.
(Vcc)
“H” Input Voltage 2.2 - 5.5 V Vcc=4.5 to 9.5V
“L” Input Voltage 0 - 1.0 V Vcc=4.5 to 9.5V
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3) Control Data Format List
Basic Configuration of Control Data Format
Data input direction
MSB LSB
D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
Data Select
Address
Control Data Format (BD3870FS, BD3871FS, BD3873FS)
Data input direction
D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
(1) Input Selector Input Gain Surround * * * 0 0
(2) Volume A Volume B * 0 1
(3) Bass Gain Treble Gain 1 0
(4) * * * * * * * * 1 1
Control Data Format (BD3872FS)
Data input direction
D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
(1) Input Gain Input Selector * * 0 0
(2) Volume A Volume B * 0 1
(3) Bass Gain Treble Gain 1 0
(4) * * * * * * Surround SEQ 1 1
”*” indicates 0 or 1.
By changing the setting of Select Address, three or four different control formats (BD3871FS, BD3872FS,
BD3873FS, plus BD3872FS) are selectable.
In every power-on sequence, all of the address data must be initialized.
Example:
Input direction
MSB LSB MSB LSB MSB LSB MSB LSB
Data(1) L Data(2) L Data(3) L Data(4) L
“L” indicates a latch.
After power-on, for the second and subsequent times, only the necessary data can be selected for setting.
Example: When changing the volume,
Input direction
MSB LSB
Data(2) L
“L” indicates a latch.
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Block diagram, application circuit, pin assig nme nt (BD3870FS, BD3871FS, BD3873FS )
Unit: Resistance =, Capacitor = F
Fig.2
Pin descriptio n (BD3870FS, BD3871FS, BD3873FS)
Pin No. Pin Name Description Pin No. Pin Name Description
1 VIN1 1ch volume input pin 13 SC Serial clock input pin
2 VIN2 2ch volume input pin 14 SI Serial data input pin
3 SEL2 2ch input selector output pi n 15 VCC Power supply pin
4 SEL1 1ch input selector output pin 16 OUT 2 2ch output pin
5 A1 1ch in put pin A 17 OUT1 1ch outp ut pin
6 A2 2ch in put pin A 18 BOUT1 1ch bass filter setting pin
7 B1 1ch in put pin B 19 BNF1 1ch bass filter setting pi n
8 B2 2ch in put pin B 20 BOUT2 2ch bass filter setting pin
9 C1 1ch input pi n C 21 BNF2 2ch bass filter setting pi n
10 C2 2ch input pin C 22 TNF2 2ch treble filter setting pin
11 FILTER 1/2 VCC pin 23 TNF1 1ch treble filter setting pin
12 GND Ground pin 24 CAP
T ime constant setting pin for absorbing
surround switching shock sou nd
5.6k
5.6k
Surround
13 1415161718192021 22 23 24
12 1110
9 8 7 6 5 4 3
2 1
Treble1
fc=8kHz Treble
fc=8kHz Bass2
f0=80Hz Bass1
f0=80Hz
Logic
Vcc/2
Vcc/2 Vcc/2
Vcc/2
Vcc/2
0dB
-87dB
-
50k 50k 50k 50k 50k 50k
10μ
10μ
47μ
10μ
10μ 10μ 10μ
10μ 10μ
4.7k 4.7k
A1 A
2
B1 B
2
C1 C2
CLOCK
DATA
LAT CH
VCC
OUT2
OUT1
10μ 10μ
390k 390
k
0.1μ
0.1μ0.1μ 0.1μ
0.0022μ 0.0022μ 0.33μ
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Block diagram, application circuit, pin assig nme nt (BD3872FS)
Unit: Resistance =, Capacitor = F
Fig.3 Application to Cinema Surround
E2
+
10μ
E1 D2D1C2C1
CLOCKDATA
LATC H
Vcc
OUT2 OUT1
0.0022μ
390K
+
4.7μ
+
4.7μ
0.1μ 0.1μ
5.6K 0.1μ0.1μ
5.6K
390K
1718 19 20 21222324252627 28
1615 14 13 12
0.0022μ
3 2 1
2930 31 32
1110
9 8
7
6 5 4
0.22μ 0.1μ
B2B1
A
2
A
1
0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ
0.1μ0.1μ
4.7k 4.7k
0.33μ
0.022μ 0.001μ 0.001μ
0.22μ
Treble1
fc=10kHz Tr eble2
fc=10kHz Bass1
f0=80Hz Bass2
f0=80Hz
Logic
Vcc/2 Vcc/2
100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k
Vcc/2
Vcc/2
Surround
Loud
speaker Loud speaker
equalizer2
0dB
-87dB
-
Vcc/2
0dB
-87dB
-
62K
Vcc/2 Vcc/2
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Unit: Resistance =, Capacitor = F
Fig.4 Application to Loud Speaker Equalizer
E2
+
10μ
E1D2D1C2C1
CLOCKDATA
LAT CH
Vcc OUT2 OUT1
0.0022μ
390K +
4.7μ
+
4.7μ
0.1μ0.1μ
5.6K 0.1μ0.1μ
5.6K
390K 1718 19 2021222324252627 28
1615 14 1312
0.0022μ
3 2 1
2930 31 32
1110
9 8
7
6 5 4
0.22μ 0.1μ
B2B1
A
2
A
1
0.1μ 0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ0.1μ
0.1μ0.1μ
4.7k 4.7k
0.33μ
0.01μ 0.33μ 0.01μ 0.33μ
0.22μ
Treble1
fc=10kHz Treble
fc=10kHz Bass1
f0=80Hz Bass2
f0=80Hz Logic
Vcc/2 Vcc/2
100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k 100k
Vcc/2
Vcc/2
Surround
Loud speaker
equalizer1 Loud speaker
equalizer2
0dB
-87dB
-
Vcc/2
0dB
-87dB
-
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Pin descriptio n (BD3872FS)
Pin No. Pin Name Description Pin No. Pin Name Description
1 VIN1 1ch volume input pin 17 SC Serial clock input pin
2 SEL1 1ch input selector output pi n 18 SI Serial data input pin
3 VIN2 2ch volume input pin 19 VCC Power supply pin
4 SEL2 2ch input selector output pin 20 CAP T ime constant setting pin for absorbing
switching shock sound
5 A1 1ch in put pin A 21 OUT2 2ch outp ut pin
6 A2 2ch in put pin A 22 OUT1 1ch outp ut pin
7 B1 1ch in put pin B 23 BOUT2 2ch bass filter setting pin
8 B2 2ch in put pin B 24 BNF2 2ch bass filter setting pi n
9 C1 1ch input pi n C 25 BOUT1 1ch bass filter setting pin
10 C2 2ch input pin C 26 BNF1 1ch bass filter setting pin
11 D1 1ch input pin D 27 TNF2 2ch treble filter setting pin
12 D2 2ch input pin D 28 TNF1 1ch treble filter setting pin
13 E1 1ch input pin E 29 SOUT2 2ch cin ema su rround or SEQ setting pin
14 E2 2ch input pin E 30 SQI2 2ch cinema surround or SEQ se tting pin
15 FILTER 1/2 VCC pin 31 SOUT1 1ch cinema surround or SEQ se t ting pi n
16 GND Ground pin 32 SQI1 1ch cinema surroun d or SEQ setting pin
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C1 C2
R3 R4
IN
R1
+
-
R2

(Hz)
R4 R3R2
C1C2R4R3R1R2
2π
1
f0

C2C1R1
R4R3R2
R1R2R4C1C2
Q



(dB)
1
C1
C2
R4R3R2R1
R2R3
1
C1
C2
R4R3R2R1
R4R3R2
20logG(boost)
Description of operations
1) Bass filter
Using external components, center frequencies and Q factors of the bass characteristics are flexible
Fig.5
Standard values of R3, R4 (reference)
(R1=5.6k, R2=390k, C1=C2= 0.1µF)
Bass Boost Cut Amount Resistance (k) * Typ.
R3 R4
0dB 77.64 0
2dB 58.90 18.73
4dB 44.02 33.60
6dB 32.20 45.42
8dB 22.82 54.80
10dB 15.36 62.26
12dB 9.44 68.18
14dB 4.78 72.84
* The actual boost cut amount may deviate from the standard values in some degree.


ٛ(
ٛ
ٛٛ dB)
1
C1
C2
R4R3R2R1 R4R2(R3
1
C1
C2
R4R3R2R1 R2R3
20logcutG
Fig.6
G
f
F0
G
G
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2) Treble filter
Fig.7
Standard values of R1, R2 (reference)
Treble Boost Cut Amount Resistance (k) * Typ.
R1 R2
0dB 0 36.28
2dB 7.46 28.82
4dB 13.39 22.89
6dB 18.10 18.18
8dB 21.84 14.44
10dB 24.81 11.47
12dB 27.20 9.08
14dB (BD3872FS only) 29.04 7.24
* The actual boost cut amount may deviate from the standard values in some degree.
3) Matrix surround
Fig.9
Matrix surround is constructed as shown above. Gains are defined as follows:
In-phase Gain: Gains obtained on OUT1 and OUT2 against IN1 when inputting a signal of the equivalent level and
in-phase (L=R) to IN1 and IN2.
1LL
2
2.14
L
2
4.14
IN2
OUT2
IN1
OUT1
(dB) 020log1
Single-phase Gain: Gains ob tained on OUT1 and OUT2 against IN1 when inputting a signal to IN1 and AC-grounding IN2
(R=0).
2,07LL
2
4.14
IN1
OUT1
1.07LL
2
2.14
IN1
OUT2
(dB)6.320log2.07
(dB)
0.591.0720log
Opposite-phase Gain: Gains obtained on OUT 1 and OUT2 against IN1 when inputting signals of the equiv alent level and
opposite-phase (L-R) to IN1 and IN2.
fc = (Hz)
G (boost) = 20log (dB)
G (cut) = 20log (dB)
Zc = ()
2πR2C
1
R2+Zc
R1+R2+Zc
R1+R2+Zc
R2+Zc
j
ωc
1
R2
IN
OUT
C
+
-
R1
+
+
-
×1/2
×1/2
+
L
R
IN1
IN2
+
-
×2.14
(4.14L/2- 2.14R/2)
OUT1
OUT2
(4.14R/2- 2.14L/2)
+
+
+
3.14LL
2
2.14
L
2
4.14
IN2
OUT2
IN1
OUT1
(dB)1020log3.14
Fig.8
G
f
fc
G
3dB
G
3dB
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1) Sound generati on using Loud Speaker Equa lizer (BD3872FS)
Using external components, one of the following two functions can be established; one having an effect to localize the
vocal forward and enhance it (Loud Speaker Equalizer) and the other having an effect to clarify the vocal quality and
improve the Articulation Index (Cinema Surround). Those characteristic values can be adjusted by choosing the external
components with desirable constants. Details of above two functions are described below:
Cinema Surround
Constructing the external components as shown below allows the vocals to be moved forward and enhanced.
Surround effect with enhanced vocal is achiev ed by turning on the built-in surround simultaneously.
Merging this effect, while playing movies on a DVD player, will make vocal listening clearer and surround effect
more impactful.
Fig.10
Loud Speaker Equalizer (SEQ)
BOOM BOX and Micro-sound systems are often restricted to using small-diameter speakers because of location space.
These speakers, where the vocal range are attenuated, may give an impression of having a muffled vocal sound
with respect to its audibility. Using the Loud Speaker Equalizer, the vocal quality which degrades in small-diameter
speakers, can be improved and the Articulation Index is also increased.
Fig.11
C1 can be selected to determine the frequency where the phase should be inverted.
C1 Frequency where the phase is inverted
Larger value Set to the lower frequency side
Smaller value Set to the higher frequency side
C2 can be selected to determine the HPF cut-off frequency The SEQ gain remains constant.
1
fc = (Hz)
2RC
(Where R is a built-in resistance of 10k)
Fig.12
32
Loud speaker
equalizer1 Loud speaker
equalizer2
31 30 29
HPF
C2 SOUT (29. 31pin)
Phase Shifter
C1 SEQ (30, 32pin)
IN OUT
GAIN
FREQUENCY
Fc
G=5dB
(Constant)
3dB
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0
2
4
6
8
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0246810
VCC (V)
ICC (mA)
0.001
0.01
0.1
1
10
0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10
INPUT VOLTAGE (Vrms)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE (Vrms)
0.001
0.01
0.1
1
10
0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10
INPUT VOLTAGE (Vrms)
THD+N (%)
10
12
14
16
18
20
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
-15
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
-15
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
0
5
10
15
20
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
-14+14dB
2dB step
Reference data
Fig.13 Circuit Current - Power Supply
Voltage Fig.14 Output Voltage - Input Voltage
(BD3870FS) Fig.15 Total Harmonic Distortion
ratio - Input Voltage (BD3870FS)
Fig.16 Current Gain - Frequen cy
(BD3870FS, BD3873FS)
Fig.17 Voltage Gain - Frequency
(BD3871FS) Fig.18 Bass Gain - Frequency
At 18dB setting At 24dB setting +14dB
-14+14dB
2dB step
Fig.19 Treble Gain - Frequency
(BD3870FS,BD3871FS,BD3873FS) Fig.20 Treble Gain - Frequency
(BD3872FS) Fig.21 Surround Gain - Frequency
-15
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
10 100 1000 10000 100000
FREQUENCY (Hz)
GAIN (dB)
At oppoite-phase input
Fig. 22 Treble Gain - Frequen cy
(BD3872FS)
-14dB
+14dB
-14dB
+12dB
-12dB
-12+12dB
2dB step
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Notes for use
1) Numbers and data in entries are representative design values and are not guaranteed values of the items.
2) Although ROHM is confident that the example application circuit reflects the best possible recommendations, be sure to
verify circuit characteristics for your particular application. Modification of constants for other externally connected circ uits
may cause variations in both static and transient characteristics for external components as well as this Rohm IC. Allow for
sufficient margins when determining circuit constants.
3) Absolute maximum ratings
Use of the IC in excess of absolute maximum ratings, such as the applied voltage or ope rating temperat ure range (Topr),
may result in IC damage. Assumptions should not be made regarding the state of the IC (short mode or open mode) when
such damage is suffered. A physical safety measure, such as a fuse, should be implem ented when using the IC at times
where the absolute maximum ratings may be exceeded.
4) GND potential
Ensure a minimum GND pin potential in all operating conditions. Make sure that no pins are at a voltage below the GND at
any time, regardless of whether it is a transient signal or not.
5) Thermal design
Perform thermal design, in which there are adequate margins, by taking into account the permissible dissipation (Pd) in
actual states of use.
6) Short circuit between terminals and errone ous mounting
Pay attention to the assembly direction of the ICs. Wrong mounting direct ion or shorts between terminals, GND, or other
components on the circuits, can damage the IC.
7) Operation in strong electromagnetic field
Using the ICs in a strong electromagnetic field can cause operation malfunction.
8) Power-ON RESET
A built-in circuit for performing initialization inside the IC at p ower-ON is provide d. In unstable systems it is recommende d
that the data shall be sent to all the addresses during power-ON, until this operation c ycle is completed . Mute should be
applied during this cycle.
Function Initial Condition
Input Selector Input A
Input Gain 0dB
Loud Speaker Equalizer (BD3872FS only) OFF
Volume -dB
Surround OFF
Treble Gain 0dB
Bass Gain 0dB
9) 2-wire serial control
For the CL and DA terminals, the patterned and other wirings should be routed as not to cause interference with the
analog-signal-related lines.
10) Switching between functions
Shock sound is absorbed when switching between the volume, bass, and treble functions.
11) Input coupling capacitor
As described in the figure bel ow, low frequency characteris t ics are determined depe nding on the e xternal capacitor value
for input coupling, and the input imped ance value inside the IC.
Fig.23 Fig.24
f
G
0
A (f)
C
R
A(f) = 1+(2πfCR)2
(2πfCR)2
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12) Switching noise
For Surround and Loud Speaker Equalizer (BD3872FS only), external capacitor C is attached to the CAP pin as a measures
to control the switching noise. In the application circuit, a constant value as an example, is indicated by the CAP pin.
The time constant, which is used to charge/discharge the external capacitor C (var ying bet ween Vbe to 5Vbe (2.65V)) on
the CAP pin, controls the soft switching operation. The switching time constant T is stated as T=2.55×105×C.
Vbe has a temperature chara c teristic and may affect the time constant T.
13) Input Selector and Input Gain
When setting/changing Input Selector or Inp ut Gain, the soft switching operation does not function and therefore no ise is
not controlled. For this reason, it is recommended to provide a mute circuit constructed of the external components for the
set design.
MUTE setting example
Fig.25
Thermal Derat in g Curve
Fig.26
When installed ROHM standard board
(70×70×1.6mm Glass epoxy board)
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
0 25 50 75 100 125
Ambient Temperature: Ta( )
Power Dissipation : Pd (mW)
SSOP-A32
SSOP-A24
MUTE
(L=ON, H=OFF)
SERIAL DATA
INPUT SOURCE
SERIAL DATA
4060ms 500600ms
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Ordering part number
B D 3 8 7 0 F S - E 2
Part No. Part No.
3870,3871,3873
3872
Package
FS: SSOP-A24
SSOP-A32
Packaging and forming specification
E2: Embossed tape and reel
Order quantity needs to be multiple of the minimum quantity.
<Tape and Reel information>
Embossed carrier tapeTape
Quantity
Direction
of feed
The direction is the 1pin of product is at the upper left when you hold
reel on the left hand and you pull out the tape on the right hand
2000pcs
E2
()
Direction of feed
Reel 1pin
(Unit : mm)
SSOP-A32
1
17
16
32
0.11
0.3MIN
0.36±0.1
0.8
13.6±0.2
0.15±0.1
5.4±0.2
7.8±0.3
1.8±0.1
(MAX 13.95 include BURR)
0.1
Order quantity needs to be multiple of the minimum quantity.
<Tape and Reel information>
Embossed carrier tapeTape
Quantity
Direction
of feed
The direction is the 1pin of product is at the upper left when you hold
reel on the left hand and you pull out the tape on the right hand
2000pcs
E2
()
Direction of feed
Reel 1pin
(Unit : mm)
SSOP-A24
24
0.1±0.1
12
0.8
4°
+6°
0.170.05
+0.1
13
1.8±0.1
4°
0.38±0.1
1
10±0.2
0.5±0.2
1.2±0.15
7.8±0.3
5.4±0.2
(MAX 10.35 include BURR)
0.1
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