Texas Instruments PCM3070 Audio Codec Application Reference Guide

This is an audio codec that supports stereo audio DAC and ADC, with 100dB SNR and 93dB SNR, and is used in applications such as Soundbar, Flat Panel Television, MP3 Docking stations, Cell Phone Docking Stations, Other Stereo or 2.1 Home Audio systems.


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Brand
PCM3070
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
130
File format
PDF
File size
1.1 MB
Published
15 February, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
930A8C11DD35AD2B078183C120F2E9D0

About this manual

This guide introduces the PCM3070 stereo audio codec, highlighting its DAC with 100 dB SNR, ADC with 93 dB SNR, extensive signal‑processing options, and flexible programmable I/O. It outlines typical applications such as soundbars, TV audio, MP3 docking stations, and cell‑phone docks.

The document details multifunction pin assignments, analog audio I/O routing, headphone driver capabilities, and the full register map, including DAC/ADC miniDSP instruction tables. It also provides configuration examples, register settings for pin multiplexing, and guidelines for supply voltages and PLL clock ranges.

What's inside

  • Device Overview
  • PCM3070 Application
  • Device Initialization
  • Example Setups
  • Register Map and Descriptions
  • Terminal Descriptions
  • Analog Audio I/O
  • DAC miniDSP Instructions
  • Register Map

Specifications

Stereo Audio DAC SNR100 dB
Stereo Audio ADC SNR93 dB
Package5 mm × 5 mm 32‑pin QFN
Analog supply voltage range1.5 V–1.95 V
Digital supply voltage range1.26 V–1.95 V
Programmable gain range0 dB to +47.5 dB
Number of analog inputs6
Maximum headphone load (single‑ended)16 Ω

Frequently asked questions

What is the package type of the PCM3070?

The PCM3070 is offered in a 5 mm × 5 mm 32‑pin QFN package.

What analog supply voltage range does the PCM3070 require?

The analog supply voltage range is 1.5 V to 1.95 V.

How many analog inputs are available on the PCM3070?

The device provides six analog inputs that can be configured in single‑ended or differential modes.

What is the maximum headphone load impedance in single‑ended mode?

In single‑ended mode the headphone drivers can drive loads down to 16 Ω.

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