Analog Devices Inc. AD9927BBCZRL
- Part No.:
- AD9927BBCZRL
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- Sensor and Detector Interfaces
- Package:
- 128-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
AD9927BBCZRL.pdf
- Description:
- IC CCD SGNL PROC 14BIT 128CSPBGA
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Product details
Overview
AD9927BBCZRL from Analog Devices is a 14-bit CCD signal processor integrating a 18-channel vertical driver, precision timing generator, correlated double sampler (CDS), 10-bit VGA (6–42 dB), and 14-bit 40 MHz ADC - designed for digital still camera CCD readout systems requiring high-resolution analog signal conditioning and sub-400 ps clock edge placement.
For engineers reviewing the AD9927BBCZRL datasheet, AD9927BBCZRL pinout, AD9927BBCZRL application, or AD9927BBCZRL equivalent, this device serves as a complete front-end solution for advanced CCD sensors with programmable V-clock sequencing, on-chip 3 V horizontal/RGB drivers, black level clamping, and synchronized exposure control via GPOs and SYNC interface.
Technical Context
The AD9927BBCZRL implements a unified Precision Timing core operating at 40 MHz CLI input, dividing each clock period into 64 discrete edge positions (~390 ps resolution) to program RG, H1–H8, SHP/SHD, and XV outputs with deterministic phase alignment. Its analog front end combines CDS with selectable gain (−3 dB to +6 dB), a 10-bit VGA, and a 14-bit ADC with ±0.5 LSB DNL and 0.3% peak nonlinearity.
It supports dual-mode operation: master mode (generating HD/VD from CLI) or slave mode (synchronizing to external HD/VD), with full register control over vertical sequences (up to 24 XV signals), substrate clock (SUBCK), field counters, and shutter timing using eight general-purpose outputs (GPO1–GPO8).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| ADC Resolution | 14-bit with guaranteed no missing codes and ±0.5 LSB DNL - ensures full dynamic range capture without code dropout in high-fidelity imaging. |
| VGA Gain Range | 6.3 dB to 42.4 dB in 1024 monotonic steps - enables precise analog gain matching across varying CCD output levels and lighting conditions. |
| Precision Timing Resolution | ~390 ps at 40 MHz CLI - allows sub-pixel-level adjustment of RG, H-clock, and sample edges to suppress fixed-pattern noise and optimize CDS sampling. |
| CDS Gain Options | −3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB - provides configurable reset transient suppression and signal headroom management for optical black pixel calibration. |
| V-Driver Channels | 18 total: V1A–V6 (3-level), V7–V15 (2-level), plus SUBCK - supports 5-field CCD architectures with independent mid-supply biasing and programmable waveform timing. |
| Operating Temperature | −25°C to +85°C - qualified for consumer and prosumer digital still camera environments with thermal cycling reliability. |
| Package | 128-lead CSP_BGA, 9 mm × 9 mm, 0.65 mm pitch - enables compact, low-inductance layout for high-speed CCD clock routing and analog signal integrity. |
Pinout & Package
AD9927BBCZRL uses a 128-lead CSP_BGA package (9 mm × 9 mm, 0.65 mm pitch) with dedicated power domains for analog, timing core, digital logic, drivers, and I/O. Pin functions include 13 parallel data outputs (D0–D13), DCLK, CLI, SL/SCK/SDATA serial interface, HD/VD sync I/O, 8 GPOs, 15 vertical clocks (V1A–V15), SUBCK, RG, H1–H8, HL, CCDIN, REFT/REFB, and multiple supply rails (AVDD, TCVDD, DRVDD, IOVDD, XVVDD, VH/VL/VM, etc.).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CCDIN | Analog Input | Single-ended CCD signal input with internal 50 Ω termination path - accepts AC-coupled sensor output directly into CDS stage. |
| CLI | Digital Input | 40 MHz master clock reference input driving Precision Timing core - determines all internal clock edge positions and AFE sampling rate. |
| D0–D13, DCLK | Digital Outputs | 14-bit parallel LVCMOS data bus with source-synchronous DCLK - delivers digitized pixel data with 16-cycle pipeline latency from SHP/SHD sampling. |
| V1A–V15, SUBCK | V-Driver Outputs | Programmable 2- or 3-level vertical clocks - V1A–V6 support three-voltage swing (VH/VM/VL), V7–V15 and SUBCK support two-level (VH/VL) for CCD vertical transfer and substrate control. |
| GPO1–GPO8 | Digital I/O | Configurable general-purpose outputs - used for mechanical shutter trigger, flash strobe enable, or system-level synchronization with programmable pulse width and timing. |
| HD, VD | Digital I/O | Horizontal/vertical sync signals - operate as outputs in master mode (driven by internal counters) or inputs in slave mode (synchronize timing to external image processor). |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated 18-channel V-driver | Eliminates external level shifters and discrete driver ICs - reduces BOM count and PCB area while enabling precise multi-level CCD vertical clock waveforms. |
| On-chip 3 V horizontal and RG drivers | Drives H1–H8, HL, and RG directly at up to 3.3 V - avoids external buffers and maintains tight skew control between horizontal clocks and reset gate. |
| Black level clamp with 1024-step control | Adjusts ADC output baseline digitally per frame - compensates for sensor dark current drift and temperature-induced offset without analog trimming. |
| Complete on-chip timing generator | Replaces external CPLD/FPGA-based timing logic - integrates all CCD clocks (RG, H, V, SUBCK), shutter control, and sync generation in one die with register-based configuration. |
| 128-lead CSP_BGA package | Enables short, matched-length routing for high-speed clocks and analog signals - minimizes crosstalk and ground bounce in mixed-signal CCD readout systems. |
Applications
| Digital Still Camera Sensor Interface | High-Resolution CCD Imaging System |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Interfacing 12–16 MP interline-transfer CCDs in DSLR or mirrorless camera bodies with real-time analog signal processing and programmable exposure control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Full AFE + timing generator - performs CDS, VGA, clamping, 14-bit digitization, and generates all CCD clocks (RG/H/V/SUBCK) with sub-400 ps edge placement. Use Value: Enables single-chip CCD readout with calibrated black level, variable gain, and synchronized shutter/GPO control - reducing system latency and component count vs. multi-IC solutions. |
Use Scenario: Supporting advanced 5-field CCD architectures requiring 24 programmable vertical clocks and substrate bias control in professional scanning backs or scientific imagers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Vertical driver + precision timing hub - delivers 18-channel V-clock outputs (including 3-level V1A–V6 and 2-level V7–V15) with independent VM/VH/VL supplies and SUBCK generation. Use Value: Eliminates need for external V-driver arrays and timing FPGAs - simplifies layout and guarantees deterministic inter-clock skew for artifact-free vertical charge transfer. |
| Embedded Machine Vision Camera | Industrial CCD-Based Inspection System |
Use Scenario: Compact OEM vision modules requiring low-power, high-integration CCD processing with programmable GPO-triggered strobes and external sync input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Sync-controlled AFE - operates in slave mode using external HD/VD, accepts SYNC pulses to reset internal counters, and drives GPOs for flash timing. Use Value: Provides deterministic exposure synchronization and real-time gain/clamp adjustment - critical for repeatable image quality in automated inspection under varying lighting. |
Use Scenario: High-reliability industrial cameras deployed in factory automation where extended temperature operation (−25°C to +85°C) and robust ESD protection (4 kV HBM) are mandatory. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Ruggedized CCD signal processor - features LDO regulator, charge pump, and ESD-hardened I/Os to maintain performance in electrically noisy manufacturing environments. Use Value: Ensures stable analog performance and timing accuracy despite supply ripple and EMI - minimizing image artifacts and calibration drift over long production runs. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar CCD signal processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD9945KCPZ-REEL | 12-bit ADC, no integrated V-driver, requires external timing logic - lacks Precision Timing core and XV outputs. | Suitable only for simpler 3-field CCDs without substrate clock or multi-level V-clock requirements. | Select when lower cost and reduced feature set are acceptable, and external timing generation is already implemented. |
| TDC1304IPHP | 14-bit ADC + CDS + VGA but no timing generator or V-driver - purely analog front-end with SPI interface only. | Requires separate FPGA/CPLD for all CCD clocks and GPO control - increases design complexity and board space. | Choose if existing system uses custom timing logic and only analog signal chain upgrade is needed. |
Compared with AD9945KCPZ-REEL and TDC1304IPHP, the AD9927BBCZRL uniquely integrates full CCD timing generation, 18-channel V-driving, and precision sub-400 ps clock placement - making it the only single-chip solution for advanced 5-field CCDs requiring coordinated vertical transfer, substrate control, and exposure synchronization.
Availability
AD9927BBCZRL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for digital still camera sensor interfaces, high-resolution CCD imaging systems, embedded machine vision cameras, and industrial CCD-based inspection systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for AD9927BBCZRL includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Analog Devices is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing semiconductors, serving industrial, automotive, communications, and consumer markets with precision data conversion and power management solutions.
The AD9927BBCZRL belongs to Analog Devices' CCD signal processor product line, engineered specifically for digital still camera and professional imaging applications demanding high-fidelity analog signal conditioning, deterministic timing control, and integrated vertical clock generation.
FAQ
What is the maximum clock frequency supported by the AD9927BBCZRL CLI input?
The AD9927BBCZRL supports a maximum CLI input frequency of 40 MHz, which serves as the master reference for its Precision Timing core. At this rate, the internal timing engine achieves ~390 ps edge resolution across 64 programmable positions per clock cycle. This frequency directly sets the pixel rate and determines the maximum achievable frame rate and horizontal resolution in master mode operation of the AD9927BBCZRL.
Does the AD9927BBCZRL include an integrated voltage regulator for its analog supply?
Yes, the AD9927BBCZRL includes an internal LDO regulator with dedicated LDOIN, LDOOUT, LDO3P2EN, and LDO1P8EN pins. It can generate regulated 3.2 V and 1.8 V outputs from a 3.0 V to 3.6 V input, supporting AVDD and DVDD domains. This eliminates the need for external regulators in many digital still camera designs and improves power supply rejection - a key capability confirmed in the AD9927BBCZRL datasheet's power section.
How many vertical clock outputs does the AD9927BBCZRL provide, and what are their voltage level configurations?
The AD9927BBCZRL provides 15 dedicated vertical clock outputs (V1A–V15) plus SUBCK, totaling 16 V-clock signals. V1A–V6 are 3-level outputs (supporting VH/VM/VL), while V7–V15 and SUBCK are 2-level outputs (VH/VL). Each group uses independent supply rails (VH1/VH2, VL1/VL2, VM1/VM2, VLL, VMM), enabling precise waveform shaping for advanced 5-field CCD architectures - a defining specification of the AD9927BBCZRL.
Can the AD9927BBCZRL operate without an external crystal oscillator?
Yes, the AD9927BBCZRL can operate without an external crystal by accepting a 40 MHz clock directly on the CLI pin. It also includes an on-chip crystal driver (CLO output) that, when paired with an external crystal between CLI and CLO, forms a self-contained oscillator. This dual-mode clocking flexibility - external clock or crystal-based - is explicitly supported and documented for the AD9927BBCZRL in its functional description and pin configuration tables.
What is the purpose of the GPO pins on the AD9927BBCZRL, and how are they configured?
The AD9927BBCZRL includes eight general-purpose outputs (GPO1–GPO8) that are fully programmable via internal registers to generate timed pulses for mechanical shutter actuation, flash strobe triggering, or system-level synchronization. Each GPO supports adjustable pulse width, delay, and polarity, and can be linked to internal counters or SYNC events - making them essential for exposure control in digital still camera applications using the AD9927BBCZRL.
AD9927BBCZRL Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Package/Case:
- 128-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- CCD Signal Processor, 14-Bit
- Input Type:
- Logic
- Output Type:
- Logic
- Current - Supply:
- 27 mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -25°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 128-CSPBGA (9x9)
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