CSI-2 to GMSL3/2 Serializer

The MAX96793 GMSL™ serializer receives video on a MIPI CSI-2 interface and outputs it to a GMSL2 or GMSL3 serial link transceiver. Simultaneously, it sends and receives bidirectional control channel data across the same GMSL link. GMSL2 or GMSL3 data can be transported over coaxial or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables. GMSL2 links operate at a fixed rate of 3Gbps or 6Gbps in the forward direction and 187.5Mbps in the reverse direction. GMSL3 links operate at a fixed rate of 12Gbps 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 MAX96793 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 GMSL3 or GMSL2 channel specification. Contact the factory for the GMSL3 or GMSL2 Channel Specification.

APPLICATIONS

* Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)

* 8Mp 60fps Forward Vision Camera Systems (FVC)

* Forwarding of Aggregated Camera Data

* Systems with Multiple Synchronized Cameras

* Automotive Grade High Speed Link

* -18db at 3GHz (12Gbps) Max Insertion Loss

* -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

* MIPI CSI-2 v1.3 Input Port

* MIPI D-PHY v1.2 rated at 2.5Gbps/Lane (up to 4Lanes)

* MIPI C-PHY v1.0 rated at 3.42Gbps/Lane (up to 2Lanes)

* Polarity Flip and Data Lane Reassignment

* Supports 16 Virtual Channels

* Single GMSL3 Output

* 12Gbps GMSL3 Forward Link Rate

* GMSL2 Backward Compatible 6Gbps / 3Gbps Link-Rates

* 187.5Mbps Reverse Link Rate