CSI-2 to GMSL2 Serializer

The MAX96717 GMSL™ serializer receives video on an MIPI CSI-2 interface and outputs it on a GMSL2 serial link transceiver. Simultaneously, it sends and receives bidirectional control channel data across the same GMSL2 link. GMSL2 data can be transported over Coaxial or Shielded-Twisted Pair (STP) cables. It operates at a fixed rate of 3Gbps or 6Gbps in the forward direction, and 187.5Mbps in the reverse direction. The device is programmed through a local I2C/UART interface or across the link from a matching deserializer. The MAX96717 includes two I2C/UART pass-through channels, flexible GPIO, SPI tunnel, a built-in ADC, temperature sensor, and an extensive set of diagnostics for functional safety. Operation is specified over the automotive temperature range of -40°C to +105°C and the device is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualified.

Data can be transmitted over low-cost 50Ω Coax or 100Ω STP cables that meet the GMSL2 channel specification. Table 1 in the data sheet provides guidance to typical maximum lengths of commonly used automotive cables. Contact the factory for the GMSL2 channel specification.

Applications

* Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)

* 8Mp 40fps Forward-Vision Camera (FVC) Systems

* Surround View Systems (SVS)

* Driver Monitor Systems (DMS)

* Rear-View Camera (RVC)

* Systems with Multiple Synchronized Cameras

* Automotive Grade High Speed Link

* 21.0dB at 3GHz (6Gbps) Max Insertion Loss

* 19.5dB at 1.5GHz (3Gbps) Max Insertion Loss

* Auto Adapt for Changes in Channel Conditions

* Operates at -40°C to +105°C Ambient

* Four-Lane MIPI CSI-2 v1.3 Input Port

* MIPI D-PHY v1.2 Receivers rated at 2.5Gbps per Lane

* Supports any CSI-2 Data Type in Tunneling Mode

* Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC), and Error Correction Code (ECC)

* 16 Virtual Channels

* Polarity Flip and Data Lane Reassignment

* Full-Duplex Communication Over a Single Wire

* 3Gbps or 6Gbps Forward-Link Rates, and 187.5Mbps Reverse-Link Rate