Wolfson Microelectronics WM8918
The WM8918 is a high performance ultra-low power stereo DAC optimised for portable audio applications. The device features stereo ground-referenced headphone amplifiers using the Wolfson ‘Class-W’ amplifier techniques incorporating an innovative dual-mode charge pump architecture - to optimise efficiency and power consumption during playback. The ground-referenced headphone and line outputs eliminate AC coupling capacitors, and both outputs include common mode feedback paths to reject ground noise.APPLICATIONS
DESCRIPTION
Control sequences for audio path setup can be pre-loaded and executed by an integrated control write sequencer to reduce software driver development and minimise pops and clicks via Wolfson’s SilentSwitch™ technology. The analogue input stage can be configured for single ended or differential inputs. Up to 3 stereo microphone or line inputs may be connected. The input impedance is constant with PGA gain setting. A stereo digital microphone interface is provided, with a choice of two inputs. The analogue or digital microphone inputs can be mixed into the headphone or line output paths. A dynamic range controller provides compression and level control to support a wide range of portable recording applications in conjunction with the digital microphone interface. Anti-clip and quick release features offer good performance in the presence of loud impulsive noises. ReTuneTM Mobile 5-band parametric equaliser with fully programmable coefficients is integrated for optimization of speaker characteristics.