Silicon Laboratories SI47XX Single PCB for All Broadcast Audio Designs, RDS and Rbds Support

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B r o a d c a s t A u d i o S o l u t i o n s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HIGHLY INTEGRATED

 

Single PCB for All Broadcast Audio Designs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EASIEST TO IMPLEMENT

 

 

 

 

Footprint Compatible

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Highest Level of Integration

 

 

 

The Si47xx family requires only two external components and offers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Si47xx products are the first fully integrated

 

 

 

many footprint compatible multi-band receivers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

broadcast audio ICs. These solutions require

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4720/21

 

 

 

 

only two external components and 15 mm2 or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4702/03

 

 

 

 

 

 

• FM transceiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

less of board space in contrast to dozens of

 

• FM receiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Receive Power Scan (RPS)

external components and as much as five times

 

• RDS (Si4703)

 

 

 

 

 

• RDS (Si4721)

 

 

 

 

the amount of board space for competing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Requires no external antenna

products. The high level of integration, small

 

Si4704/05/06

 

 

 

 

 

Si4730/31

 

 

 

 

footprint and low power consumption enable

 

• FM receiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• AM/FM receiver

 

 

 

 

the integration of multi-band receivers, FM

 

• RDS (Si4705/06)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• RDS (Si4731)

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Enhanced RDS (Si4706)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

receivers, FM transmitters, FM transceivers,

 

 

Actual size

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Requires no external antenna

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or data receivers into any consumer device

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4734/35

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

such as mobile phones, MP3 accessories,

 

Si4710/11/12/13

 

 

 

 

 

• AM/FM/shortwave/longwave

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

receiver

 

 

 

 

media players, and navigation devices.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• FM transmitter

 

 

 

 

 

• RDS (Si4735)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Best-in-Class Performance

 

• RDS (Si4711/13)

 

 

 

 

 

Si4707/36/37/38/39

 

• Receive Power Scan (RPS)

 

 

 

 

 

• AM/FM/weather band

The Si47xx family’s excellent selectivity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Si4712/13)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

receiver

 

 

 

 

and sensitivity improve user experience

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• RDS (Si4737/39)

and result in reduced interference and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• SAME (Si4707- WB only)

increased reception. Its advanced digital

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

audio processing delivers optimum sound

 

RDS and RBDS Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

quality superior to other solutions even in the

 

The Si47xx family includes a series of solutions that incorporates a digital processor for the European

 

presence of variable signal conditions, and

 

Radio Data System (RDS) and the US Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) including all required

 

its digital architecture enables performance

 

symbol decoding, block synchronization, error detection, and correction functions. Using this feature,

 

that is unmatched compared to standard

 

these products enable data such as station identification, artist name, and song title to be transmitted

 

analog solutions. With advanced AM and FM

 

to and displayed on any RDS/RBDS receiver. The Si4749/06 incorporate a high-performance

 

 

 

 

seek algorithms and software programmable

 

RDS/RBDS decoder based on patented methodologies, and deliver excellent RDS/RBDS sensitivity

 

audio flexibility, the Si47xx family provides an

 

 

 

performance, synchronization to RDS/RBDS at high BLER levels and RDS/RBDS data decoding with

 

unmatched level of performance.

 

 

 

superior decoder reliability, making them ideal for performance-intensive Traffic Message Channel

 

 

 

 

Easiest to Design and Manufacture

 

(TMC) applications in navigation devices.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Si47xx family is delivered as a fully tested

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Broadcast Audio Product Family

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

system requiring no factory alignment. Its

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Part Number

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RDS Support

Dig I/O

 

 

simple hardware design reduces development

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4702/03

FM radio receivers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4703

 

 

 

time, unlike other solutions that require

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si47041/051

FM radio receiver, no external antenna required

 

 

 

Si4705

 

Si4705

 

dozens of components limiting production

 

Si4706

Enhanced FM RDS/TMC radio receiver, no external antenna required

 

 

Si4706

 

Si4706

 

flow and adding performance variability

 

Si4707

Weather band radio receiver with SAME decoder

 

 

 

 

 

across products. Evaluation and design is

 

Si4708/09

World’s smallest FM tuner with RDS

 

 

 

Si4709

 

 

easy with a full reference board including

 

Si4710/11

FM radio transmitter with RDS and digital audio compression

 

 

 

Si4711

 

Si4711

 

 

Si4712/13

FM radio transmitter with RDS, digital audio compression and RPS

 

 

 

Si4713

 

Si4713

 

 

schematics and layout files and a robust

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4720/21

FM radio transceivers with digital audio compression

 

 

 

Si4721

 

Si4721

 

 

development graphical user interface (GUI).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4730/31

AM/FM radio receivers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si4731

 

Si4731

 

 

These solutions also accept a wide range

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Si47341/351

AM/FM/shortwave/longwave radio receivers

 

 

 

Si4735

 

Si4735

 

of antenna inputs from headphone cables

 

Si4736/37

AM/FM/weather band radio receivers

 

 

 

Si4737

 

Si47372

 

to ultra-small ferrites and integrated tuned

 

Si4738/39

FM/weather band radio receivers

 

 

 

Si4739

 

Si47392

 

loops.

 

Si4749

Enhanced FM RDS/TMC radio receiver, automotive qualified

 

 

 

Si4749

 

 

 

 

1Extended FM tuning range 64-108 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2AM/FM only

 

 

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Contents A T U R E S O D U C T D E S C R I P T I O NS T I N N O V a T I V E B R O a D C a S T S O L U T I O N S P L I C a T I O N SBroadcast Audio Product Family Single PCB for All Broadcast Audio DesignsRDS and Rbds Support

SI47XX specifications

Silicon Laboratories SI47XX series is a highly versatile family of single-chip FM radio receivers designed for various consumer and industrial applications. These devices showcase a range of advanced features and technologies, making them suitable for use in portable audio devices, automotive infotainment systems, and smart home devices.

One of the standout features of the SI47XX is its exceptional reception sensitivity, allowing for optimal performance even in challenging environments. This is achieved through a sophisticated digital signal processing architecture that effectively reduces noise and enhances signal clarity. The SI47XX also incorporates a built-in phase-locked loop (PLL) for precise frequency tuning and stability, ensuring users can enjoy uninterrupted radio reception.

The series supports a wide frequency band, covering FM, AM, and various other modulation schemes, depending on the specific model. This flexibility in tuning enables designers to cater to diverse global radio standards, making the SI47XX ideal for international products. Additionally, the integrated capabilities of these chips allow for easy interfacing with microcontrollers or digital signal processors, streamlining development and reducing overall system complexity.

Another significant advantage of the SI47XX is its low power consumption. This characteristic is crucial for portable applications where battery life is a top concern. The device can operate in various power modes that allow the system to conserve energy without sacrificing performance. As a result, manufacturers can design more efficient devices that prolong operation time between charges.

The SI47XX series also boasts a rich feature set, including RDS/RBDS support, which enables the delivery of additional information such as song titles, artist names, and traffic updates directly through the audio stream. This capability enhances the user experience by providing valuable context about the programming being listened to.

Furthermore, the devices are equipped with advanced tuning algorithms and filters that provide superior selectivity, enabling users to receive weaker signals without interference from adjacent channels. As a result, the SI47XX series stands out as an innovative solution for developers aiming to create high-quality radio functionality within their products.

In summary, Silicon Laboratories SI47XX offers an impressive blend of performance, flexibility, and energy efficiency. Its advanced features, including exceptional sensitivity, low power operation, and support for various radio standards, make it an attractive choice for a wide array of applications in the ever-evolving world of wireless communication and entertainment.