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19-1854; Rev 1; 11/01
+3.3V, 2.7Gbps Dual 2
General Description
The MAX3840 is a dual 2 ✕ 2 asynchronous crosspoint switch for SDH/SONET DWDM and other high-speed data switching applications where serial data stream loop-through and protection channel switching are required. It is ideal for OC-48 systems with forward error correction. A high-bandwidth, fully differential signal path minimizes jitter accumulation, crosstalk, and signal skew. Each 2 ✕ 2 crosspoint switch can fan out and/or multiplex up to 2.7Gbps data and 2.7GHz clock signals. All inputs and outputs are current mode logic (CML) compatible and easily adaptable to interface with an AC-coupled LVPECL signal. When not used, each CML output stage can be powered down with an enable control to conserve power.