Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated DS1085Z-10+
- Part No.:
- DS1085Z-10+
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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DS1085Z-10+.pdf
- Description:
- IC FREQ SYNTH 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
DS1085Z-10+ from Maxim Integrated (now Analog Devices) is a user-programmable dual-output frequency synthesizer IC with nonvolatile EEPROM storage, operating from a single 5V supply and requiring no external timing components. It delivers a main oscillator output (OUT1) from 8.1kHz to 133MHz and a reference oscillator output (OUT0) from 8.2MHz to 133MHz, both synchronous to an internal master oscillator programmable in 10kHz steps across a 66–133MHz range - used in FPGA clocking, processor peripheral timing, and programmable logic system synchronization.
For engineers reviewing the DS1085Z-10+ datasheet, DS1085Z-10+ pinout, DS1085Z-10+ application, or DS1085Z-10+ equivalent, key selection considerations include its 10kHz step resolution, 0.75% absolute frequency accuracy, dual independent prescalers (P0/P1), 10-bit programmable divider (N = 2–1025), and 2-wire serial interface for in-circuit reprogramming of DAC, OFFSET, DIV, and MUX registers.
Technical Context
The DS1085Z-10+ integrates a digitally controlled master oscillator (66–133MHz) with two independent signal paths: one routes through prescaler P0 (÷1/2/4/8) directly to OUT0; the other routes through prescaler P1 (÷1/2/4/8) followed by a 10-bit programmable divider (N = 2–1025) to generate OUT1 down to 8.1kHz. Its 10-bit DAC controls oscillator frequency in 10kHz increments, while a 5-bit OFFSET register selects among 13 overlapping frequency ranges to extend effective tuning coverage beyond DAC linearity limits.
Control logic includes dual multifunction pins (CTRL0, CTRL1) supporting output enable, mux select, and power-down functions - with OR-connected shutdown capability - plus nonvolatile storage of all register settings (DAC, OFFSET, DIV, MUX, ADDR) in on-chip EEPROM. The 2-wire interface supports both standard (100kHz) and fast-mode (400kHz) operation, with automatic EEPROM write enabled by default (WC = 0) unless disabled for high-frequency register updates.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Output Range (OUT1) | 8.1kHz to 133MHz - enables low-frequency system clocks (e.g., RTC, UART) and high-speed logic clocks (e.g., FPGA I/O, memory interfaces) from a single device. |
| Output Range (OUT0) | 8.2MHz to 133MHz - provides stable reference clock for PLLs, ADCs, or microcontroller peripherals without external crystal. |
| Step Size | 10kHz - matches DS1085Z-10+ variant; allows precise frequency selection within ±0.75% absolute accuracy at 25°C. |
| Master Oscillator Range | 66MHz to 133MHz - sets upper bound for all derived outputs; internally generated with no external resonator required. |
| Interface | 2-wire serial (I²C-compatible) - supports in-system programming of DAC, OFFSET, DIV, MUX, and ADDR registers with ACK/NACK protocol. |
| Power Supply | Single 5V ±5% - eliminates need for auxiliary voltage rails; draws 50mA typical active current, 5mA in power-down mode. |
| Nonvolatile Storage | On-chip EEPROM - retains factory- or user-programmed frequency and control settings across power cycles; no boot-up configuration needed. |
Pinout & Package
DS1085Z-10+ is housed in a 150mil SOIC-8 package (8-pin surface-mount), with pin 1 designated as OUT1 and pin numbering following standard SOIC convention (counterclockwise from notch).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| OUT1 (Pin 1) | Main oscillator output | Delivers final divided frequency (8.1kHz–133MHz); output duty cycle 40–60%; VOH ≥2.4V @ -4mA, VOL ≤0.4V @ 4mA. |
| OUT0 (Pin 2) | Reference oscillator output | Provides prescaled master clock (8.2MHz–133MHz); synchronous to OUT1 but independently programmable. |
| VCC (Pin 3) | Power supply input | Accepts 4.75V–5.25V; powers internal oscillator, logic, and output drivers; decoupling capacitor recommended. |
| GND (Pin 4) | Ground reference | Common return path for VCC, outputs, and interface; must be low-impedance connection to minimize noise coupling. |
| CTRL0 (Pin 5) | Multi-function control input | Configurable via MUX register as OUT0 enable, prescaler select (MCLK/M), or global power-down (with PDN0=1). |
| CTRL1 (Pin 6) | Multi-function control input | Configurable via MUX register as OUT1 enable or global power-down (with PDN1=1); OR-connected with CTRL0 for shutdown. |
| SDA (Pin 7) | 2-wire serial data I/O | Open-drain bidirectional line; requires external pull-up; supports 100kHz/400kHz clock rates; acknowledges register reads/writes. |
| SCL (Pin 8) | 2-wire serial clock input | Input-only clock line; synchronizes data transfer; master-generated; defines timing for START/STOP/data validity windows. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual synchronous outputs | OUT0 and OUT1 share same master oscillator source but are independently programmed - enabling simultaneous generation of system clock and reference clock with guaranteed phase alignment. |
| 10kHz step resolution | Matches DS1085Z-10+ variant; enables fine-grained frequency selection across full 8.1kHz–133MHz range without external dividers or crystals. |
| Nonvolatile frequency storage | All register values (DAC, OFFSET, DIV, MUX, ADDR) persist in EEPROM after power loss - allowing standalone operation without host controller initialization. |
| Smart output enable | CTRL0/CTRL1 trigger glitch-free transitions: outputs go High-Z only when low, then resume at known phase edge - critical for hot-swap and dynamic reconfiguration. |
| Power-down with OR logic | Either CTRL0 or CTRL1 can independently shut down entire device (oscillator + outputs) - simplifies system-level power management with redundant control paths. |
Applications
| FPGA Clock Management | Microcontroller Peripheral Timing |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Providing configurable clock sources for multiple FPGA banks (I/O, logic, transceivers) with independent frequency requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-output programmable oscillator generating synchronized but distinct clocks (e.g., 100MHz for fabric, 25MHz for PCIe PHY, 1MHz for configuration logic). Use Value: Eliminates need for multiple discrete oscillators or complex clock trees; reduces BOM count and PCB area while enabling runtime frequency adaptation. |
Use Scenario: Supplying precise, reprogrammable clocks to MCU peripherals including UART, SPI, I²C, and ADC modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System clock generator delivering variable-frequency reference signals to match different peripheral speed grades and communication protocols. Use Value: Enables dynamic baud rate adjustment, adaptive sampling rates, and low-power modes via software-controlled frequency scaling - without hardware changes. |
| Digital Signal Processor (DSP) Synchronization | Industrial PLC Timing Module |
|
Use Scenario: Generating matched clock and frame sync signals for multi-channel audio or motor control DSPs requiring deterministic latency. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reference oscillator (OUT0) feeding DSP PLL and main oscillator (OUT1) driving sample-rate conversion logic or PWM generators. Use Value: Ensures sub-cycle phase coherence between processing and I/O domains; supports jitter-sensitive applications like Class-D amplification or servo loop control. |
Use Scenario: Providing stable, field-programmable timing for programmable logic controllers handling sensor polling, actuator sequencing, and communication bus arbitration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone timing engine delivering 1ms system tick, 100kHz watchdog clock, and 10MHz backplane sync - all from one IC. Use Value: Reduces dependency on external crystal networks and firmware-based timing; improves long-term stability and EMI resilience in electrically noisy environments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar programmable frequency synthesizer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| DS1085Z-25+ | 25kHz step size instead of 10kHz; wider DAC span (25.6MHz vs. 10.24MHz); identical pinout, interface, and architecture. | Better suited for applications where coarse frequency granularity is acceptable (e.g., legacy bus clocks, fixed-ratio dividers) and higher step tolerance eases calibration. | Select DS1085Z-25+ when 25kHz resolution meets system timing margin requirements and faster frequency sweeps are prioritized over fine tuning. |
| Si5351A-B-GM | 3-output, I²C-programmable clock generator with fractional-N synthesis; 1MHz–200MHz range; 3.3V supply; integrated LDO; no power-down mode. | Supports more outputs and finer resolution (≈0.026ppb) but lacks nonvolatile storage - requires host initialization at every power-on. | Choose Si5351A-B-GM for multi-clock systems needing ultra-low jitter and flexible output counts, accepting trade-off of mandatory firmware boot sequence. |
Compared with DS1085Z-10+, DS1085Z-25+ offers coarser but faster frequency stepping and broader DAC coverage per OFFSET setting, while Si5351A-B-GM provides superior resolution and output count at the cost of EEPROM persistence and 5V compatibility - making DS1085Z-10+ optimal for 5V industrial systems requiring zero-config startup and deterministic low-jitter dual-clock generation.
Availability
DS1085Z-10+ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for FPGA clock management, microcontroller peripheral timing, digital signal processor synchronization, and industrial PLC timing modules requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and guaranteed 5V operation.
Supply support for DS1085Z-10+ 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
Maxim Integrated (acquired by Analog Devices in 2021) designs precision analog and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for industrial, communications, computing, and consumer applications.
The DS1085Z-10+ belongs to the EconOscillator™ family of programmable frequency synthesizers engineered for systems requiring flexible, self-contained clock generation without external crystals or trim capacitors - targeting cost-sensitive, space-constrained embedded timing applications.
FAQ
What is the absolute frequency accuracy of the DS1085Z-10+?
The DS1085Z-10+ guarantees ±0.75% absolute frequency accuracy over temperature (0°C to +70°C) and supply voltage (4.75V–5.25V) at its default frequency setting. This specification includes contributions from DAC linearity, OFFSET register quantization, and oscillator drift - verified under standard test conditions per the official datasheet. DS1085Z-10+ achieves this without external calibration components.
Can the DS1085Z-10+ operate without a microcontroller after initial programming?
Yes. The DS1085Z-10+ stores all frequency and control register settings (DAC, OFFSET, DIV, MUX, ADDR) in nonvolatile EEPROM. Once programmed - either at factory or in-circuit - it powers up with those values automatically applied, enabling fully autonomous operation as a standalone oscillator. No host controller is required for basic functionality, though the 2-wire interface remains available for dynamic reprogramming if needed.
How does the power-down mode work on the DS1085Z-10+?
DS1085Z-10+ enters power-down mode when either CTRL0 or CTRL1 is driven low while their respective PDN0 or PDN1 bits are set to 1 in the MUX register. In this state, the internal master oscillator stops, both outputs go High-Z, and supply current drops to 5mA typical. The device retains all register values in EEPROM and resumes operation with identical settings upon exit - triggered by returning the active control pin high after stabilization (~8000 oscillator cycles).
What are the valid prescaler settings for OUT0 and OUT1 on the DS1085Z-10+?
DS1085Z-10+ supports four prescaler ratios for both outputs: ÷1, ÷2, ÷4, and ÷8. These are selected independently via 2-bit fields in the MUX register - bits 0M1/0M0 for OUT0 (P0) and 1M1/1M0 for OUT1 (P1). Factory default is ÷1 for both. Prescaling occurs before the programmable divider (N) on the OUT1 path, enabling fine resolution down to 8.1kHz even with high master frequencies.
Is the DS1085Z-10+ compatible with 3.3V I²C buses?
No. The DS1085Z-10+ operates exclusively from a 5V supply and specifies VIH = 2V (min) and VIL = 0.8V (max) for SDA/SCL inputs - compatible with 5V-tolerant I²C masters but not direct connection to 3.3V-only buses. Level-shifting circuitry is required for interoperability with 3.3V microcontrollers; the device itself does not support mixed-voltage signaling or internal level translation.
DS1085Z-10+ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- EconOscillator™
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- Frequency Synthesizer
- PLL:
- No
- Input:
- Clock
- Output:
- Clock
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Ratio - Input:Output:
- 1:2
- Differential - Input:Output:
- No/No
- Frequency - Max:
- 133MHz
- Divider/Multiplier:
- Yes/No
- Voltage - Supply:
- 4.75V ~ 5.25V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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