STMicroelectronics AN2809 LED7706 Application Note

The LED7706 is a high-efficiency LED driver chip from STMicroelectronics. It can provide up to 36V of power for LCD panel backlights and can be dimmed using a PWM signal.


STMicroelectronics AN2809 LED7706 Application Note - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
LED Driver Controller
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
22
File format
PDF
File size
720 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
LED7706
MD5 checksum
292E4056056BE756057DAD89614E4B55

About this manual

This document describes the LED7706, a monolithic boost converter and six controlled current generators designed for the backlights of LCD panels. The device manages up to 36 V output voltage and can sink up to 30 mA per row, with features for open and shorted LED fault detection and PWM dimming.

What's inside

  • LED7706 main features
  • Boost section
  • Backlight driver section
  • LED7706 demonstration board
  • Component list
  • Components assembly and layout
  • VO interface
  • Recommended equipment
  • Configuration
  • Test setup

Specifications

Input voltage range4.5 to 36 V
Output voltageUp to 36 V
Switching frequency200-kHz to 1-MHz adjustable
RowsSix rows
Max current per row30 mA
LEDs per rowUp to 10
Dimming frequency20 kHz
Current matching accuracy+2.0%
Efficiency91%

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum output voltage of the LED7706?

The device can manage an output voltage of up to 36 V.

How many rows does the LED7706 support?

The device supports six rows with a maximum current capability of 30 mA per row.

What is the minimum dimming time for the LED7706?

The minimum dimming time is less than 500 ns.

Does the LED7706 detect LED faults?

Yes, the device detects and manages open and shorted LED faults.

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