ZL60015

Data Sheet

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Zarlink Semiconductor Inc.

Application Guidelines

ESD Handling

The receiver is sensitive to electrostatic discharges. When handling the device, precaution for ESD sensitive

devices should be taken. These precautions include use of ESD protected work area with wrist straps, controlled

work benches, floors etc.

Photodiode Monitor

The Monitor pin is a current sink output signal directly proportional to the optical input power. To convert the current

when in use, be maintained at a bias > 1V.

Host Board Layout Example

Included in the example of a Host Board Layout (Figure 4) are power supply decoupling capacitors. These are

recommended for optimal performance of the receiver. A filter is also included to minimise power supply noise.

A suggested post-amplifier is shown, namely MAX3748. Alternative post-amplifiers may also be used by the

customer.

Figure 4 - Host Board Layout Example

100nF

100nF

Post-Amp

ZL60015

50 Ohm

50 Ohm

1k

10uH

Vcc

Fiber

100nF

100nF

Post-Amp

ZL60015

50 Ohm

50 Ohm

1k

10uH

Vcc

100nF

100nF

Post-Amp

ZL60015

50 Ohm

50 Ohm

1k

100nF

100nF

Post-Amp

ZL60015

50 Ohm

50 Ohm

1k

10uH

Vcc

Fiber