Texas Instruments TLC69602QPWPRQ1
- Part No.:
- TLC69602QPWPRQ1
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- LED Drivers
- Package:
- 28-PowerTSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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TLC69602QPWPRQ1.pdf
- Description:
- AUTOMOTIVE 32 MINI-LED MATRIX LO
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Product details
Overview
TLC69602QPWPRQ1 from Texas Instruments is an AEC-Q100 Grade 1 automotive LED driver IC for LCD local dimming backlight systems, integrating 16 precision constant-current sinks (30mA/20V), 15-bit brightness resolution, adaptive headroom voltage control (AHVC), and daisy-chain UART/INT diagnostics - deployed in central infotainment displays requiring high-contrast, low-power, fault-aware dimming.
For engineers reviewing the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 datasheet, TLC69602QPWPRQ1 pinout, TLC69602QPWPRQ1 application, or TLC69602QPWPRQ1 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 28-pin HTSSOP package with PowerPAD™ thermal pad, ±2% channel-to-channel current matching, 20MHz daisy-chain interface, and integrated LED open/short/thermal shutdown detection for functional safety–capable automotive display subsystems.
Technical Context
The TLC69602QPWPRQ1 implements time-multiplexed local dimming control with 2× multiplexing capability, enabling up to 1024 devices in daisy chain for >32,000 zones. Its SRAM-based brightness storage supports black insertion and variable refresh rate (VRR) features to enhance display quality.
It operates from 3V to 5.5V VCC, uses adaptive headroom voltage control (AHVC) to regulate external DC/DC via a single FB pin from the last device in chain, and delivers ultra-low power consumption: ≤200μA in standby and ≤3.5mA in normal mode.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Range | 3V to 5.5V - compatible with standard automotive 3.3V/5V supply rails without level-shifting. |
| Output Current / Voltage | 30mA per channel, 20V compliance - supports typical automotive LED strings up to 5–6 white LEDs in series. |
| Current Matching | ±2% (typ.) channel-to-channel error - ensures uniform luminance across local dimming zones without per-channel calibration. |
| Brightness Resolution | Up to 15-bit PWM/hybrid dimming - enables smooth grayscale transitions and eliminates visible contouring in HDR displays. |
| Daisy-Chain Speed | Up to 20MHz data transfer - allows full 16-channel update latency under 10μs for real-time video frame synchronization. |
| Diagnostic Outputs | UART + INT pin or CLK_O/SOUT two-wire readback - provides flexible integration into ASIL-B diagnostic architectures. |
| Thermal Protection | Integrated thermal shutdown detection - halts output and asserts flag before junction temperature exceeds safe operating limit. |
Pinout & Package
Package: HTSSOP-28 (PWP) with exposed thermal PowerPAD™; body size 9.7mm × 4.4mm, 1.2mm max height; RoHS-compliant NIPDAU lead finish; MSL Level-3 (260°C, 168hr).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC | Supply input | Primary power rail for logic and output drivers; decoupling required near pin 1. |
| GND | Ground reference | Common return for analog/digital circuits; connects to thermal pad for optimal heat dissipation. |
| CLK_I | Serial clock input | Master-synchronized timing signal for daisy-chain data latching; tolerant of 1.8V/3.3V logic levels. |
| SIN | Serial data input | Receives configuration and brightness data from upstream device or host controller. |
| SOUT | Serial data output | Passes shifted-out register contents to next device in daisy chain; supports diagnostic readback. |
| CLK_O | Serial clock output | Drives CLK_I of downstream device; enables synchronous multi-device update without external clock fanout. |
| FB | Feedback input | Connects only to final device's FB pin to control external DC/DC converter - simplifies system-level layout. |
| INT | Interrupt output | Active-low open-drain flag signaling LOD/LSD/TSD events; configurable as UART alternative for diagnostics. |
| OUT0–OUT15 | Constant-current sinks | 16 individually controlled LED sink terminals; each rated for 30mA/20V with ±2% matching. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification | Validated for –40°C to +125°C ambient operation with HBM ESD Level 2 and CDM Level C4B - meets automotive reliability requirements out-of-box. |
| Adaptive Headroom Voltage Control (AHVC) | Reduces power loss by dynamically adjusting LED string voltage to minimum required headroom - improves system efficiency by >15% vs fixed-voltage bias. |
| Programmable interface drive strength | Configurable slew rate and output strength on SIN/CLK_I pins - suppresses EMI in noisy automotive environments without external RC filtering. |
| Four-phase shifting schemes | Hardware-enabled clock phase modulation across daisy chain - spreads spectral energy to reduce narrowband EMI peaks at fundamental clock harmonics. |
| Minimum brightness update latency | Sub-10μs full-register update - enables frame-locked dimming updates for 120Hz+ displays with zero motion blur artifacts. |
Applications
| Automotive Central Infotainment Display | Automotive Digital Cluster Display |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: High-resolution LCD panel in center console with dynamic local dimming for contrast enhancement and glare reduction in daylight. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary 16-channel LED sink driver implementing 2× time-multiplexed zone control with AHVC-regulated DC/DC feedback. Use Value: Enables >10,000:1 contrast ratio while maintaining <1% luminance non-uniformity across zones via ±2% current matching. |
Use Scenario: Driver-facing digital instrument cluster requiring fast response, high reliability, and ASIL-B–compatible diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fault-aware backlight driver with integrated LED open/short detection and thermal shutdown reporting via UART/INT. Use Value: Eliminates need for external diagnostic circuitry; reduces BOM count and supports ISO 26262 diagnostic coverage targets. |
| Automotive Head-Up Display (HUD) | Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) HUD Overlay |
|
Use Scenario: Compact HUD module projecting critical speed/navigation data onto windshield with minimal power draw. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-quiescent-current (≤200μA standby) LED driver supporting black insertion and VRR for flicker-free image rendering. Use Value: Extends display lifetime and reduces thermal load in space-constrained HUD optics housing. |
Use Scenario: ADAS overlay on HUD showing lane departure alerts or forward collision warnings with real-time dimming adaptation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronized local dimming node in multi-device daisy chain, updated at video frame rate via 20MHz interface. Use Value: Achieves sub-frame (<16.7ms) dimming updates to match camera-based ADAS event triggers without display lag. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar LED driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLC69602QRTWRQ1 | Same electrical specs but in 24-pin WQFN (RTW) package with 4mm × 4mm wettable flank footprint and MSL Level-1 unlimited reflow rating. | Better thermal performance and smaller PCB area; preferred for space-constrained HUD modules or high-density cluster PCBs. | Select when board layout prioritizes thermal management and miniaturization over legacy HTSSOP compatibility. |
| TLC69612QPWPRQ1 | 60mA/20V output capability (vs. 30mA); identical pinout, package, and interface; shares same daisy-chain protocol and diagnostics. | Supports higher-brightness LED strings or longer strings (up to 10–12 LEDs) without external current boosting. | Choose when driving high-luminance panels or when future-proofing for brighter display generations without redesign. |
Compared with TLC69602QRTWRQ1 and TLC69612QPWPRQ1, the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 offers optimal balance of cost, thermal margin, and legacy HTSSOP layout compatibility for mid-brightness automotive displays, while retaining full diagnostic and functional safety support.
Availability
TLC69602QPWPRQ1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive central infotainment displays, digital instrument clusters, and head-up displays requiring stable component supply, AEC-Q100 compliance, and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for TLC69602QPWPRQ1 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
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader delivering analog, embedded processing, and connectivity solutions with deep automotive design expertise and rigorous quality systems.
The TLC696x2/4/8-Q1 product line was engineered specifically for automotive LCD local dimming backlight systems - emphasizing functional safety readiness, high channel count scalability, and system-level efficiency through adaptive voltage control.
FAQ
What is the maximum LED string voltage supported by the TLC69602QPWPRQ1?
The TLC69602QPWPRQ1 supports up to 20V compliance voltage per output channel, enabling direct drive of typical automotive white LED strings containing 5–6 series-connected LEDs at 30mA. This rating is specified under worst-case thermal conditions and remains stable across the full –40°C to +125°C operating range.
Does the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 require external current-setting resistors?
No, the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 does not require external current-setting resistors. It integrates precision internal current references and 16 matched current sinks, delivering factory-trimmed 30mA output with ±2% channel-to-channel matching - eliminating calibration components and reducing BOM count.
How does the daisy-chain interface of the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 simplify large-scale local dimming systems?
The TLC69602QPWPRQ1 uses a two-wire daisy-chain interface (CLK_I/SIN → CLK_O/SOUT) supporting up to 1024 devices. This eliminates parallel bus routing, reduces host GPIO count, and enables synchronized updates across >32,000 dimming zones using a single master clock - critical for scalable automotive display architectures.
What diagnostic capabilities does the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 provide for functional safety compliance?
The TLC69602QPWPRQ1 provides three dedicated hardware diagnostics: LED open detection (LOD), LED short detection (LSD), and thermal shutdown detection (TSD). These flags are reported either via UART register reads or active-low INT pin assertion - supporting ASIL-B diagnostic coverage without external monitoring circuitry.
Is the TLC69602QPWPRQ1 pin-compatible with other members of the TLC696x2/4/8-Q1 family?
Yes, all HTSSOP-packaged variants - including TLC69602QPWPRQ1, TLC69604QPWPRQ1, TLC69608QPWPRQ1, TLC69612QPWPRQ1, etc. - share identical 28-pin PWP footprints and pin assignments. This enables drop-in replacement for different multiplexing ratios (2×/4×/8×) or current ratings (30mA/60mA) without PCB revision.
TLC69602QPWPRQ1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 28-PowerTSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Linear
- Topology:
- Constant Current
- Internal Switch(s):
- No
- Number of Outputs:
- 16
- Voltage - Supply (Min):
- 3V
- Voltage - Supply (Max):
- 5.5V
- Voltage - Output:
- 20V
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 30mA
- Frequency:
- -
- Dimming:
- PWM
- Applications:
- Backlight
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 28-HTSSOP
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