DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 - 1080p FPD-Link III Deserializer | Texas Instruments
MPN: DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.2 | $8.20 |
| 10 | $7.38 | $73.80 |
| 100 | $6.55 | $655.00 |
| 500 | $5.9 | $2,950.00 |
| 1,000 | $5.25 | $5,250.00 |
DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 Overview
An FPD-Link III deserializer is a serializer-deserializer (SerDes) receiver IC that converts high-speed serialized LVDS-style differential streams into a parallel RGB/LVDS display interface, enabling long-reach video transmission over a minimal wire count while embedding a bidirectional control channel and DC-balanced data scrambling for EMI reduction. In the broader system taxonomy, this device sits inside interface ICs -> serializer/deserializer (SerDes) -> automotive video interface, sitting above physical-layer transceivers and below the display timing controller.
Key features include dual-port LVDS/OOpenLDI output, integrated adaptive receiver equalization supporting up to 10 m of coax or 15 m of STP cable at full speed, I2C-compatible control channel with up to 400 kHz pass-through, 9+ bidirectional GPIOs, hardware BIST (Built-In Self-Test), and an INT/AT power protection profile. The 64-pin WQFN package with exposed thermal pad provides low thermal resistance for automotive-grade operating temperature ranges. The device is suitable for ADAS surround-view, rear-view, and e-mirror camera systems that demand high-bandwidth uncompressed video over robust automotive cabling.
Typical applications include automotive 1080p camera deserialization for ADAS platforms, surround-view and rear-view camera hubs, digital instrument cluster displays, in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) head units, and LVDS-to-OOpenLDI bridge designs replacing legacy parallel RGB links. When designing, place 0.1 uF and 1 uF decoupling capacitors adjacent to each supply pin and route the FPD-Link III differential traces as a 100 ohm differential pair with controlled 50 ohm single-ended impedance for coax variants.
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DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 Specifications
| Function | FPD-Link III to OpenLDI Dual Deserializer |
| Number of Inputs | 2 (FPD-Link III lanes) |
| Number of Outputs | 8 (LVDS/OpenLDI differential pairs across 2 ports) |
| Data Rate (max) | 3.36 Gbps per lane |
| Input Signal | FPD-Link III (differential LVDS-style) |
| Output Signal | OpenLDI / FPD-Link (LVDS) |
| Maximum Resolution | 1080p (1920x1080) at 60 Hz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V |
| Cable Support | 50 ohm coax or 100 ohm differential STP |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +105C (automotive Grade 2) |
| AEC-Q100 Qualification | Qualified (Automotive) |
| Package | 64-pin WQFN EP, 9 mm x 9 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (Tape & Reel) |
| GPIO Count | 9+ bidirectional |
| Control Channel | I2C pass-through, up to 400 kHz |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 64-pin wqfn ep, 9 mm x 9 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 (64-pin wqfn ep, 9 mm x 9 mm package). Pin numbering, functions, and connection diagrams are defined in the manufacturer datasheet. Refer to it for the exact footprint and soldering guidelines.
No detailed pinout data available for DS90UB948TNKDRQ1.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive ADAS Front-View Camera Deserialization, Surround-View and Rear-View Camera Hub, Digital Instrument Cluster Display Receiver, In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) Head Unit, LVDS-to-OpenLDI Bridge for Legacy Display Replacement, Industrial HMI Panel Link Over Coax.
Automotive ADAS Front-View Camera Deserialization
The DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 deserializes one or two FPD-Link III streams from a paired DS90UB949A-Q1 or DS90UB949-Q1 serializer mounted on the camera PCB, delivering the recovered RGB or OpenLDI/LVDS video to an ADAS SoC or surround-view ECU. Its 3.36 Gbps per-lane data rate supports 1080p60 over a single coax or STP cable, while the AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +105C operating range ensure reliable operation in windshield-mounted front-view camera modules exposed to direct sunlight and thermal cycling. Designers typically run the upstream serializer at 1.8 V and route a single 50 ohm coax through the camera harness to the head unit.
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Surround-View and Rear-View Camera Hub
In a surround-view ECU, the DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 aggregates video from four to six automotive cameras by demultiplexing dual FPD-Link III inputs across two OpenLDI/LVDS output ports, enabling stitching of four 1080p camera streams into a top-down bird's-eye view. The 3.36 Gbps per-lane bandwidth and adaptive equalization handle cable lengths up to 10 m of coax or 15 m of STP, which is essential for routing camera links through mirror mounts, tailgates, and bumpers in mass-market vehicles. The AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualification matches automotive infotainment and ADAS safety integrity requirements.
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Digital Instrument Cluster Display Receiver
The DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 functions as the deserializer endpoint in a digital instrument cluster, recovering LVDS/OpenLDI video and the bidirectional I2C back-channel from a DS90UB949A-Q1 serializer co-located with the head unit SoC. Its dual OpenLDI ports allow simultaneous driving of the cluster TFT and a secondary display from a single coax run, simplifying the wiring harness between the head unit and the steering-column-mounted cluster. The integrated GPIO and I2C pass-through also support touch, backlight, and panel enable/disable signalling without a dedicated microcontroller.
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In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) Head Unit
The DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 is used in IVI head units that route HDMI or MIPI CSI-2 input through a DS90UB949A-Q1 serializer, then deserialize via this device back into an OpenLDI/LVDS stream for the central display. Its 3.36 Gbps per-lane throughput sustains 1080p60 graphics with low latency, while the bidirectional I2C control channel carries touch and backlight commands back to the SoC. AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +105C support ensure reliable dashboard operation under direct sun load.
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LVDS-to-OpenLDI Bridge for Legacy Display Replacement
When replacing an aging parallel RGB/LVDS display panel with a modern OpenLDI TFT, the DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 acts as a bridge that converts FPD-Link III serial input from a DS90UB949A-Q1 serializer into a compliant OpenLDI output, allowing an automotive Tier-1 supplier to refresh the display without redesigning the head unit electronics. The same 64-pin WQFN package and pinout across production revisions supports second-source qualification, while the 3.36 Gbps per-lane bandwidth matches modern 1920x720 widescreen cluster resolutions.
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Industrial HMI Panel Link Over Coax
Beyond automotive, the DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 is deployed in factory-floor HMI panels where long-reach video, EMI immunity, and galvanic isolation through a single coax cable are required. With its adaptive equalizer supporting up to 10 m of coax at 3.36 Gbps, a panel mounted on a moving robotic arm can be driven by a remote industrial PC without EMI susceptibility on parallel LVDS cables. Although AEC-Q100 is automotive-grade, the same robustness is valued in industrial control cabinets with high motor/relay noise.
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Engineering reference data for DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DS90UB948TNKDTQ1 | DS90UB940NTNKDTQ1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | WQFN-64 (NKD) 9x9 mm | WQFN-64 (NKD) 9x9 mm - same | WQFN-64 (NKD) 9x9 mm - same |
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Function | FPD-Link III to OpenLDI Deserializer | FPD-Link III to OpenLDI Deserializer - same | FPD-Link III to CSI-2 Deserializer |
| Max Data Rate | 3.36 Gbps per lane | 3.36 Gbps per lane | 3.36 Gbps per lane |
| Number of Input Lanes | 2 (FPD-Link III) | 2 (FPD-Link III) | 2 (FPD-Link III) |
| Output Interface | Dual OpenLDI/LVDS ports | Dual OpenLDI/LVDS ports | Dual CSI-2 ports |
| Maximum Resolution | 1080p60 | 1080p60 | 1080p60 |
| AEC-Q100 | Qualified (automotive Q1) | Qualified (Q1) | Qualified (Q1) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V |
Key Differentiators
- Dual FPD-Link III inputs with dual OpenLDI outputs (vs DS90UB940NTNKDTQ1)
- Tape-and-reel orientation suffix variant (vs DS90UB948TNKDTQ1)
- 1080p60 over a single cable (vs DS90UB928QSQ)
Design Notes
Place a 0.1 uF and a 1 uF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to each 1.8 V supply pin (VDD18) of the DS90UB948TNKDRQ1, and a 10 uF bulk capacitor near the exposed thermal pad ground. The exposed pad (EP) must be soldered to a continuous ground plane to provide both the primary heat dissipation path and a low-inductance ground return for the high-speed FPD-Link III and LVDS signals.
Route FPD-Link III input pairs (RIN0+/-, RIN1+/-) and LVDS output pairs as 100 ohm differential microstrips or striplines with controlled 50 ohm single-ended impedance. Keep total skew within 5 ps between P and N traces and avoid right-angle bends; use gentle curves or 45-degree mitered bends. For coax variants, terminate the 50 ohm single-ended cable at the connector with a footprint that supports the FAKRA or HSD automotive coax standard.
Do not mix the DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 with non-automotive FPD-Link III deserializers (e.g., DS90UB928) on the same PCB unless you re-route the OpenLDI/LVDS pin mapping; the DS90UB948TNKDRQ1's dual-port OpenLDI output pinout differs from the DS90UB928's single LVDS output. Verify the serializer pairing (DS90UB949A-Q1, DS90UB949-Q1, or DS90UB947-Q1) per the TI compatibility matrix before committing to a layout.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified per the Q1 designation in the part number (automotive Grade 2). RoHS and REACH compliance per the TI product page. Halogen-free status is not explicitly stated in the verified web data and is marked unknown.
