AMBE-2000™ Vocoder Chip

User’s Manual Version 3.0

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3 Hardware Information

3.1 Special Handling Instructions

The AMBE-2000 uses the TM320-LC541-66 core. For more details on handeling, electrical characteristics, packaging, or

(Adobe Acrobat). Although the AMBE-2000™ Vocoder Chip incorporates input protection circuitry, to avoid damage from

the accumulation of a static charge, industry standard electrostatic discharge precautions and procedures must be employed

during handling and mounting.

The 100 pin TQFP package design of the AMBE-2000™ Vocoder Chip allows it to be mounted by infrared reflow, vapor-

phase reflow or equivalent processes. The peak package body temperature must not exceed 220

The AMBE-2000™ Vocoder Chip requires baking before mounting, if any of the following conditions exist:

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Humidity indicator card (included in packaging) shows exposure to > 20 %

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Devices were not shipped in a package designated as “moisture

controlled.”

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and <60% RH

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If the device has not been stored at < 20% RH

DVSI’s recommended bake out procedures:

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and < 5% Relative Humidity

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3.1.1 Storage

To insure maximum shelf life in long term storage, AMBE-2000™ Vocoder Chips should be kept in a moisture controlled

package at <40