Description
The MAX9286 Gigabit multimedia serial link (GMSL) deserializer receives data from up to four GMSL serializers over 50Ω coax or 100Ω shielded twisted-pair (STP) cables and output data on four CSI-2 lanes. Each serial link has an embedded control channel operating from 9.6kbps to 1Mbps in UART-to-UART, UART-to-I²C, and I²C-to-I²C mode. Using the control channel, a μC can program the serializers, deserializer, and peripheral device registers at any time, independent of video timing. A maskable broadcast write speeds programming of image sensor registers.
For use with longer cables, the deserializer has a programmable cable equalizer and programmable error detection and correction. The serial input meets ISO 10605 and IEC 61000-4-2 ESD standards. The core supply is 1.7V to 1.9V and the I/O supply is 1.7V to 3.6V.
The device is available in lead(Pb)-free, 56-pin, 8mm x 8mm QFND and TQFN packages with exposed pad and 0.5mm lead pitch.

Key Features
• Ideal for Multicamera Stream Applications
◦ Works with Low-Cost 50Ω Coax Cable and FAKRA Connectors or 100Ω STP
◦ Data from Image Sensors Are Synchronized to the Same Pixel
◦ Automatic Internal/External Generation of Camera Sync
◦ Equalization Allows 15m Length Cable Operation at Full Speed
• Multiple Input/Output Features for System Flexibility
◦ 1 to 4 Lane CSI-2 Output with 80Mbps to 1200Mbps Per Lane
◦ Swappable/Selectable Serial Input/Output with Swappable Polarity
◦ 9.6kbps to 1Mbps Control Channel in UART, Mixed UART/I²C, or I²C Mode with Clock Stretch Capability
• Peripheral Features for System Power-Up and Verification
◦ Built-In PRBS Tester for BER Testing of the Serial Link
◦ Programmable Choice of Nine Default Device Addresses
◦ Two Dedicated GPIO Ports
◦ High-Immunity Mode for Maximum Control-Channel Noise Rejection
• Meets Rigorous Automotive and Industrial Requirements
◦ -40°C to +105°C Operating Temperature
◦ ±8kV Contact, ±20kV Air ISO 10605 and ±8kV Contact, ±12kV IEC 61000-4-2 ESD Protection

Applications/Uses
• 3D Camera Systems
• Machine Vision Systems
• Surround View Camera Systems