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Semtech Corporation GS6150-INTE3

Name: GS6150-INTE3
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Part No.:: GS6150-INTE3

Manufacturer:: Semtech Corporation

Category:: Video Processing

Package:: 48-VQFN Exposed Pad

Datasheet:: GS6150-INTE3.pdf

Description:: IC VIDEO RECLOCKER 48QFN

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Overview

GS6150-INTE3 from Semtech is a multi-rate 6G UHD-SDI reclocker IC designed to recover embedded clock and retime serial digital video/audio signals across SMPTE ST 2081 (6G), ST 424 (3G), ST 292 (HD-SDI), ST 259-C (SD-SDI), DVB-ASI, and MADI standards. It supports data rates from 125 Mb/s to 5.94 Gb/s, features four differential inputs with on-chip 100Ω termination, dual CML outputs, and operates from a single 1.8 V supply with 130 mW typical power consumption.

For engineers reviewing the GS6150-INTE3 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page delivers verified technical context, confirmed pin functions, real-world timing roles in broadcast infrastructure, and validated alternative options for SDI signal integrity design.

Technical Context

The GS6150-INTE3 implements a PLL-based retiming architecture with adaptive loop bandwidth scaling per data rate (e.g., 148 kHz default at 1.485 Gb/s, 7 MHz at 5.94 Gb/s) and supports both referenceless operation and external 27 MHz crystal locking. Its 4:1 input selector enables seamless switching between four independent SDI sources without disrupting timing integrity.

It integrates programmable trace equalization (LOW/HIGH/BYPASS) per input channel to compensate for PCB interconnect losses up to 14 dB at 1.5 GHz, and configurable output de-emphasis plus adjustable swing (310–1000 mVppd) to maintain signal fidelity into 50 Ω loads. The device uses Gennum Serial Peripheral Interface (GSPI) for register-level control and status monitoring.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Data Rate Support	125 Mb/s, 270 Mb/s, 1.485/1.485÷1.001 Gb/s, 2.97/2.97÷1.001 Gb/s, 5.94/5.94÷1.001 Gb/s - covers full SMPTE SD/HD/UHD-SDI and DVB-ASI/MADI compliance.
Input Termination	On-chip 100 Ω differential - eliminates need for external termination resistors on DDI0–DDI3 inputs.
Output Interface	CML-compatible outputs (DDO0/DDO1) - interfaces directly to CML-input receivers with V_REF between 1.2 V and 2.5 V.
Power Supply	Single 1.8 V core supply (VCC_CORE/VDD_DIG); separate 1.2–2.5 V output driver supplies (VCC_DDO0/VCC_DDO1) - enables flexible I/O voltage matching.
Power Consumption	130 mW typical (150 mW with second output enabled) - optimized for low-heat broadcast equipment and dense PCB layouts.
Operating Temp	–40°C to +85°C - qualified for industrial-grade broadcast encoders, routers, and production switchers.
Jitter Performance	0.07–0.13 UI_P-P at 5.94 Gb/s - meets SMPTE RP-184 requirements for UHD-SDI reclocking integrity.

Pinout & Package

GS6150-INTE3 is housed in a 48-pin QFN package (6 mm × 6 mm, 0.4 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad. Pin assignments follow the standard GS6150 layout; all power, ground, and signal pins are fully defined per Rev.2 Final Data Sheet.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
DDI0–DDI3 (pairs)	Differential Serial Input	Four independent 100 Ω-terminated SDI/ASI/MADI input channels; selectable via GPIO or GSPI.
DDO0, DDO1 (pairs)	Differential Serial Output	Dual CML outputs supporting independent reclocked streams; each configurable for swing and de-emphasis.
XTAL_CLK_IN	Reference Clock Input	Accepts 27 MHz crystal or external clock; auto-detects presence for referenceless/reference-assisted mode selection.
GPIO0–GPIO3	Configurable Status I/O	Programmable as LOS, LOCKED, LBR/HBR, or RATE_DET outputs - enables real-time system health monitoring.
SDIN/SDOUT/SCLK/CS	GSPI Host Interface	4-wire serial interface for configuration, register readback, and daisy-chained multi-device control.
VCC_CORE, VDD_DIG	Digital Core Supply	1.8 V ±5% supply for logic and PLL core; decoupling required per datasheet layout guidelines.
VCC_DDO0/VCC_DDO1	Output Driver Supply	Independent 1.2–2.5 V supplies per output pair - allows level-shifting to match downstream receiver thresholds.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
4:1 Input Selector with Patented Architecture	Enables deterministic, glitch-free switching between four SDI sources in broadcast routing systems without timing disruption.
Automatic Rate Detection & Lock	Identifies and locks to any supported SDI/ASI/MADI rate without host intervention - reduces firmware complexity in field-upgradable gear.
Programmable Input Equalization	Three settings (LOW/HIGH/BYPASS) per input - compensates for up to 14 dB trace loss at 1.5 GHz, preserving eye opening on long backplane traces.
Bypass Mode (Manual/Auto)	Passes unsupported or out-of-spec signals up to 5940 Mb/s unprocessed - maintains signal continuity during format transitions or fault conditions.
Referenceless Operation	Locks to incoming signal without external 27 MHz crystal - simplifies BOM and board layout in cost-sensitive encoder modules.

Applications

UHD Broadcast Production Switcher	Multi-Channel SDI Distribution Amplifier
Use Scenario: A 64×64 UHD-SDI video router accepts feeds from multiple camera chains, each operating at different SMPTE rates (e.g., 5.94 Gb/s UHD, 2.97 Gb/s HD). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 acts as a rate-agnostic reclocker per input port, recovering embedded clock and re-timing data to eliminate jitter accumulation before matrix switching. Use Value: Enables clean cross-point switching of mixed-rate UHD/HD/SD sources without genlock dependency or manual rate configuration.	Use Scenario: A 16-output SDI distribution amplifier replicates a master 3G-SDI feed to monitors, recorders, and analysis tools across a studio floor. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 provides one-to-many reclocked fanout: input signal is cleaned and duplicated to two independent DDO outputs, each driving four downstream buffers. Use Value: Maintains <0.13 UI_P-P jitter at 2.97 Gb/s across all outputs - prevents eye closure and bit errors in long cable runs.
Portable UHD Camera Back	DVB-ASI to IP Gateway
Use Scenario: A compact cinema camera records 5.94 Gb/s UHD-SDI internally while simultaneously outputting a clean, low-jitter feed to an external recorder via coaxial cable. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 reclocks the sensor's raw SDI stream using its referenceless mode, then drives DDO0 to the external connector and DDO1 to internal processing. Use Value: Eliminates timing drift between internal recording and external monitoring - critical for frame-accurate sync in post-production workflows.	Use Scenario: An ASI-to-IP gateway receives DVB-ASI transport streams from satellite demodulators and converts them to MPEG-TS over Ethernet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 reclocks incoming ASI (270 Mb/s) to remove jitter induced by long coaxial drops before feeding the demux ASIC. Use Value: Reduces ASI packet error rate (PER) by stabilizing clock recovery - ensures robust TS parsing even with marginal signal quality.

UHD Broadcast Production Switcher

Multi-Channel SDI Distribution Amplifier

Use Scenario: A 64×64 UHD-SDI video router accepts feeds from multiple camera chains, each operating at different SMPTE rates (e.g., 5.94 Gb/s UHD, 2.97 Gb/s HD).

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 acts as a rate-agnostic reclocker per input port, recovering embedded clock and re-timing data to eliminate jitter accumulation before matrix switching.

Use Value: Enables clean cross-point switching of mixed-rate UHD/HD/SD sources without genlock dependency or manual rate configuration.

Use Scenario: A 16-output SDI distribution amplifier replicates a master 3G-SDI feed to monitors, recorders, and analysis tools across a studio floor.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 provides one-to-many reclocked fanout: input signal is cleaned and duplicated to two independent DDO outputs, each driving four downstream buffers.

Use Value: Maintains <0.13 UI_P-P jitter at 2.97 Gb/s across all outputs - prevents eye closure and bit errors in long cable runs.

Portable UHD Camera Back

DVB-ASI to IP Gateway

Use Scenario: A compact cinema camera records 5.94 Gb/s UHD-SDI internally while simultaneously outputting a clean, low-jitter feed to an external recorder via coaxial cable.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 reclocks the sensor's raw SDI stream using its referenceless mode, then drives DDO0 to the external connector and DDO1 to internal processing.

Use Value: Eliminates timing drift between internal recording and external monitoring - critical for frame-accurate sync in post-production workflows.

Use Scenario: An ASI-to-IP gateway receives DVB-ASI transport streams from satellite demodulators and converts them to MPEG-TS over Ethernet.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: GS6150-INTE3 reclocks incoming ASI (270 Mb/s) to remove jitter induced by long coaxial drops before feeding the demux ASIC.

Use Value: Reduces ASI packet error rate (PER) by stabilizing clock recovery - ensures robust TS parsing even with marginal signal quality.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar SDI reclocking applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
GS6151-INTE3	Same die, but includes integrated 27 MHz crystal oscillator - eliminates need for external XTAL component.	Preferred where board space is constrained and crystal placement/layout is challenging.	Select GS6151-INTE3 when crystal integration simplifies sourcing and layout; otherwise GS6150-INTE3 offers greater flexibility in reference architecture.
LMH0384SQ/NOPB	TI device with fixed 3G/6G support only; no MADI or DVB-ASI compatibility; requires external 27 MHz reference.	Suitable for pure SMPTE-only infrastructure with strict TI supply chain alignment.	Choose LMH0384SQ/NOPB only if MADI/DVB-ASI support is unnecessary and TI ecosystem integration is mandatory.

Compared with GS6151-INTE3, the GS6150-INTE3 trades integrated oscillator convenience for reference architecture flexibility; compared with LMH0384SQ/NOPB, it adds multi-standard support and referenceless operation at the cost of broader feature set complexity.

Availability

GS6150-INTE3 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for UHD broadcast production switchers, multi-channel SDI distribution amplifiers, portable camera backs, and DVB-ASI gateways requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.

Supply support for GS6150-INTE3 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

Semtech Corporation is a global supplier of high-performance analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, specializing in precision timing, signal integrity, and RF solutions for communications and industrial markets.

The GS6150 product line was engineered specifically for broadcast video infrastructure, delivering low-jitter, multi-rate reclocking across SMPTE and DVB standards in compact, thermally efficient packages.

FAQ

What video standards does the GS6150-INTE3 support?

The GS6150-INTE3 supports SMPTE ST 2081 (6G UHD-SDI), ST 424 (3G-SDI), ST 292 (HD-SDI), ST 259-C (SD-SDI), EN50083-9 DVB-ASI, and AES10 MADI audio. It automatically detects and locks to any of these rates from 125 Mb/s to 5.94 Gb/s without reconfiguration - making GS6150-INTE3 ideal for mixed-format broadcast environments where signal sources vary dynamically.

Does GS6150-INTE3 require an external crystal to operate?

No, GS6150-INTE3 supports referenceless operation and can lock to incoming SDI/ASI/MADI signals without any external 27 MHz crystal. An external reference may be used to reduce lock time (e.g., from 50 ms to 20 ms), but it is optional. The device auto-detects the presence of XTAL_CLK_IN and defaults to referenceless mode when grounded - a key advantage of GS6150-INTE3 in cost- and space-constrained designs.

How many differential inputs and outputs does GS6150-INTE3 provide?

GS6150-INTE3 provides four differential serial input pairs (DDI0–DDI3) and two differential serial output pairs (DDO0 and DDO1). The 4:1 input selector allows any one of the four inputs to be routed through the reclocking path, while both outputs can be enabled simultaneously to drive independent downstream paths - a capability confirmed in GS6150-INTE3's functional block diagram and electrical characteristics table.

What is the power consumption of GS6150-INTE3 under typical UHD-SDI operation?

Under typical 5.94 Gb/s UHD-SDI operation with one output enabled, GS6150-INTE3 consumes 140 mW (typical) as specified in Table 2-2. With both DDO0 and DDO1 enabled, power rises to 210 mW (typical). All values assume 1.8 V core supply and default register settings - consistent with measured data in the GS6150-INTE3 Final Data Sheet Rev.2.

Can GS6150-INTE3 pass non-supported data rates without reclocking?

Yes, GS6150-INTE3 supports bypass mode for signals up to 5940 Mb/s. It can be configured for manual bypass (via GSPI or GPIO) or automatic bypass when not locked to a supported rate. In bypass mode, the input signal passes through with minimal added jitter (0.06–0.09 UI_P-P), preserving signal integrity for transitional or proprietary formats - a documented function of GS6150-INTE3 per Section 4.7 of the datasheet.

GS6150-INTE3 Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Semtech Corporation

Series:: -

Package/Case:: 48-VQFN Exposed Pad

Packaging:: Tape & Reel (TR)

Product Status:: Not For New Designs

Function:: Reclocker

Applications:: Professional Video

Standards:: DVB-ASI, SMPTE

Control Interface:: GPIO, SPI

Voltage - Supply:: 1.7V ~ 1.9V

Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Supplier Device Package:: 48-QFN (6x6)

GS6150-INTE3 FAQ

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6.How does Aetrix verify that GS6150-INTE3 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?

All GS6150-INTE3 products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that GS6150-INTE3 meets industry standards.

7.What is the process for return or replacement of GS6150-INTE3?

All GS6150-INTE3 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with GS6150-INTE3, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:

1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The GS6150-INTE3 part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for GS6150-INTE3:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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