DS3988 Datasheet (Maxim Integrated Products) - 8-Channel Cold-Cathode Fluorescent Lamp Controller

DS3988, 8-Channel Cold-Cathode Fluorescent Lamp Controller

The DS3988 is an 8-channel controller for cold-cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFLs) used to backlight liquid crystal displays (LCDs) in TV and PC monitor applications.

The DS3988 supports configurations of 1 to 8 lamps, and multiple DS3988 controllers can be cascaded to support applications requiring m

DS3988 Features

* High-Density CCFL Controller for LCD TV and PC Monitor Backlights

* Can Be Easily Cascaded to Support More Than 8 Lamps

* Minimal External Components

* Analog Brightness Control

* Per-Channel Lamp Control Ensures Equal Brightness Among Lamps and Maximizes La