FEATURES
24-Bit Resolution
Analog Performance:
− Dynamic Range: 123 dB
− THD+N: 0.0005%
Differential Current Output: 4 mA p-p
8× Oversampling Digital Filter:
− Stop-Band Attenuation: –98 dB
− Pass-Band Ripple: ±0.0002 dB
Sampling Frequency: 10 kHz to 200 kHz
System Clock: 128, 192, 256, 384, 512, or
768 fS With Autodetect
Accepts 16-, 20-, and 24-Bit Audio Data
PCM Data Formats: Standard, I2S, and
Left-Justified
DSD Format Interface Available
Interface Available for Optional External
Digital Filter or DSP
TDMCA or Serial Port (SPI/I2C)
User-Programmable Mode Controls:
− Digital Attenuation: 0 dB to –120 dB,
0.5 dB/Step
− Digital De-Emphasis
− Digital Filter Rolloff: Sharp or Slow
− Soft Mute
− Zero Flag for Each Output
Compatible With PCM1792 (Pins and Mode
Controls)
Dual Supply Operation:
− 5-V Analog, 3.3-V Digital
5-V Tolerant Digital Inputs
Small 28-Lead SSOP Package

APPLICATIONS
A/V Receivers
SACD Players
DVD Players
HDTV Receivers
Car Audio Systems
Digital Multitrack Recorders
Other Applications Requiring 24-Bit Audio

DESCRIPTION
The PCM1796 is a monolithic CMOS integrated circuit that
includes stereo digital-to-analog converters and support
circuitry in a small 28-lead SSOP package. The data
converters use TI’s advanced segment DAC architecture
to achieve excellent dynamic performance and improved
tolerance to clock jitter. The PCM1796 provides balanced
current outputs, allowing the user to optimize analog
performance externally. The PCM1796 accepts PCM and
DSD audio data formats, providing easy interfacing to
audio DSP and decoder chips. The PCM1796 also
interfaces with external digital filter devices (DF1704,
DF1706, PMD200). Sampling rates up to 200 kHz are
supported. A full set of user-programmable functions is
accessible through an SPI or I2C serial control port, which
supports register write and readback functions. The
PCM1796 also supports the time division multiplexed
command and audio (TDMCA) data format.