ANALOG DEVICES 4 ADC/8 DAC with PLL 192 kHz 24-Bit Codec AD1938 English products handbook Rev D

AD1938 is a high performance single-chip codec that provides four analog-to-digital audio channels and eight digital-to-analog audio channels, supports 192kHz sampling rate, supports 3.3V single-supply power supply, and an internal PLL clock generator. It supports a variety of interface modes and can be applied to automotive audio systems, home theater systems, set-top boxes and other scenarios.


ANALOG DEVICES 4 ADC/8 DAC with PLL 192 kHz 24-Bit Codec AD1938 English products handbook Rev D - cover page
Brand
Analog Devices
Category
Audio Codec
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
32
File format
PDF
File size
550 KB
Published
09 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
AD1938
MD5 checksum
1EEE7783CCFD7C11B9D4835ECA68EE62

About this manual

The AD1938 is a high‑performance single‑chip audio codec that provides four analog‑to‑digital converters and eight digital‑to‑analog converters in a 48‑lead LOFP package. It operates from a 3.3 V supply and includes an on‑board PLL for master‑clock generation, supporting sample rates from 8 kHz to 192 kHz.

Key features include low EMI design, 108 dB DAC and 107 dB ADC dynamic range, software‑controllable volume with click‑less mute, SPI‑based control, and qualification for automotive applications. Typical applications are automotive audio systems, home theater, set‑top boxes, and digital audio effects processors.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Applications
  • General Description
  • Functional Block Diagram
  • Specifications
  • Analog Performance Specifications
  • Digital Input/Output Specifications
  • Power Supply Specifications
  • Digital Filters
  • Timing Specifications

Specifications

Supply voltages (AVDD, DVDD)3.3 V
ADC Resolution24 Bits
ADC Dynamic Range98‑102 dB
Volume Control Range95 dB
Power‑Down Current (48 kHz‑192 kHz)2.0 mA

Frequently asked questions

What supply voltage does the AD1938 require?

The AD1938 operates from 3.3 V analog and digital supplies (AVDD and DVDD).

What is the ADC resolution of the AD1938?

All ADCs in the AD1938 have a 24‑bit resolution.

What is the volume control range of the AD1938?

The codec provides a volume control range of 95 dB.

Is the AD1938 qualified for automotive use?

Yes, the AD1938 is qualified for automotive applications.

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