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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DC Specifications ............................................................................. 3

AC Specifications.............................................................................. 4

Digital Specifications........................................................................ 5

Switching Specifications .................................................................. 6

Explanation of Test Levels........................................................... 7

Absolute Maximum Ratings............................................................ 8

ESD Caution.................................................................................. 8

Definitions of Specifications ........................................................... 9

Pin Configurations and Function Descriptions ......................... 10

Equivalent Circuits ......................................................................... 14

Typical Performance Characteristics ........................................... 15

Theory of Operation ...................................................................... 20

Analog Input and Reference Overview ................................... 20

Clock Input Considerations...................................................... 22

Power Considerations................................................................ 23

Digital Outputs ........................................................................... 23

Timing ......................................................................................... 23

Operational Mode Selection ..................................................... 23

Evaluation Board ........................................................................ 24

LVDS Evaluation Board Schematics ........................................ 25

LVDS Mode Evaluation Board Bill of Materials (BOM) ...... 30

CMOS Evaluation Board Schematics ...................................... 32

CMOS Mode Evaluation Board Bill of Materials (BOM)..... 37

Outline Dimensions ....................................................................... 39

Ordering Guide .......................................................................... 39

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