High-Performance Level-Shifter Solution for LCD TVs with Gate-in-Panel (GIP) Technology

• The MAX17108 is a 10-channel, level-shifting scan driver with an integrated operational amplifier for gate-in-panel (GIP) LCD TVs and monitors.
• Developed using Maxim's proprietary, high-voltage BiCMOS process, this device provides a high-performance level-shifter solution that enables the use of GIP technology in LCD panels.
• The MAX17108 is optimized for GIP-based LCD TVs and monitors.

10-Channel, Level-Shifting Scan Driver Optimized for GIP-Based LCD TVs

SUNNYVALE, CA—January 29, 2009—Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX17108, a high-performance level-shifter solution that enables the implementation of GIP technology in LCD panels. Developed using Maxim's proprietary, high-voltage BiCMOS process, this device integrates a 10-channel, level-shifting scan driver that can swing from -12V to +38V and swiftly drive capacitive loads; a high-speed operational amplifier to drive the LCD backplane (VCOM); and a linear regulator to provide the internal bias for the step-up controller. Optimized for GIP-based LCD TVs and monitors, the operational amplifier features rail-to-rail outputs, a ±200mA output short-circuit current, a 100V/μs slew rate, and a 20MHz bandwidth.

The MAX17108 is available in a 5mm x 5mm, 28-pin TQFN package and is fully specified over the -40°C to +85°C extended temperature range. Prices start at $2.00 (1000-up, FOB USA).

Maxim Integrated Products is a publicly traded company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance semiconductor products. The Company reported revenue in excess of $2 billion for fiscal 2008. Maxim was founded over 25 years ago with the mission to deliver innovative analog and mixed-signal engineering solutions that add value to its customers' products. To date, it has developed over 5900 products serving the industrial, communications, consumer, and computing markets.