It handles DVB-ASI and SMPTE standards — the physical-layer transport for SDI video up to 3 Gbps. The part is a driver, not a cable equalizer or reclocker: it takes a clean serial digital signal and outputs a differential pair with the amplitude and rise-time shaped to meet the SMPTE eye template. The supply rail is tight at 3.13 V to 3.46 V, so a 3.3 V rail with ±5% tolerance is the right design target; a 2.5 V or 5 V rail will not work. Control is via a serial interface, meaning the output amplitude and slew rate are programmable rather than fixed by a resistor — that matters when you need to tune the signal for different cable lengths or PCB traces.
16-WQFN with exposed pad — thermal and rework notes
The package is a 16-lead WQFN measuring 4x4 mm with an exposed thermal pad. On the rework side, this is a QFN with a center pad; hot-air removal needs a preheat soak around 150°C to avoid lifting the pad. The package is MSL 3 per the TI standard for this family, so a bake before reflow is required if the moisture-barrier bag has been open longer than the floor-life window.
Active lifecycle — no near-term EOL concern
The ROHS3 compliance is confirmed.