LAN8700IC-AEZG

Product Overview

Category

The LAN8700IC-AEZG belongs to the category of Ethernet Physical Layer Transceiver (PHY) integrated circuits.

Use

It is primarily used for providing physical layer connectivity in Ethernet applications, enabling the transmission and reception of data over a network.

Characteristics

• Supports 10/100 Mbps Ethernet communication
• Compliant with IEEE 802.3 standards
• Low power consumption
• Small form factor
• Robust performance in noisy environments

Package

The LAN8700IC-AEZG is available in a compact package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs. It is commonly found in a small-outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package.

Essence

The essence of the LAN8700IC-AEZG lies in its ability to establish reliable Ethernet connections by converting digital signals into analog signals and vice versa.

Packaging/Quantity

Typically, the LAN8700IC-AEZG is supplied in reels or tubes, with quantities varying depending on the manufacturer's packaging specifications.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 3.3V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Data Rate: 10/100 Mbps
• Interface: MII (Media Independent Interface)
• Supported Protocols: IEEE 802.3, Auto-Negotiation, Auto-MDIX

Detailed Pin Configuration

The LAN8700IC-AEZG features a specific pin configuration that facilitates its integration into various electronic systems. The following table provides a detailed overview of the pin assignments:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description | |------------|----------|-------------| | 1 | VDDA | Analog Power Supply | | 2 | VSSA | Analog Ground | | 3 | VDD | Digital Power Supply | | 4 | VSS | Digital Ground | | 5 | CRSDV | Carrier Sense/Data Valid | | 6 | RXD0 | Receive Data 0 | | 7 | RXD1 | Receive Data 1 | | 8 | RXER | Receive Error | | 9 | REFCLK | Reference Clock | | 10 | COL | Collision | | 11 | TXEN | Transmit Enable | | 12 | TXD0 | Transmit Data 0 | | 13 | TXD1 | Transmit Data 1 | | 14 | TXER | Transmit Error | | 15 | MDC | Management Data Clock | | 16 | MDIO | Management Data I/O | | 17 | XTALIN | Crystal Input | | 18 | XTALOUT | Crystal Output |

Functional Features

The LAN8700IC-AEZG offers several functional features that enhance its performance and usability:

• Auto-Negotiation: The PHY automatically negotiates the best possible connection speed and duplex mode with the connected device.
• Auto-MDIX: It supports automatic detection and correction of crossover or straight-through Ethernet cable connections, eliminating the need for manual cable swapping.
• Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE): The LAN8700IC-AEZG incorporates EEE technology, reducing power consumption during periods of low network activity.
• Link Quality Indicator (LQI): It provides a measure of the link quality, enabling efficient troubleshooting and diagnostics.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact size allows for easy integration into space-constrained designs.
• Compliant with industry standards, ensuring compatibility with various Ethernet devices.
• Low power consumption contributes to energy efficiency.
• Robust performance in noisy environments ensures reliable data transmission.

Disadvantages

• Limited to 10/100 Mbps Ethernet speeds, not suitable for higher-speed applications.
• Lack of advanced features found in more specialized PHYs.

Working Principles

The LAN8700IC-AEZG operates based on the principles of Ethernet communication. It receives digital data from the MAC (Media Access Control) layer and converts it into analog signals suitable for transmission over the physical medium. Similarly, it receives analog signals from the network and converts them back into digital data for processing by the MAC layer.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The LAN8700IC-AEZG finds application in various fields, including:

1. Industrial Automation: It enables reliable communication between industrial devices, facilitating process control and monitoring.
2. Automotive: The LAN8700IC-AEZG is used in automotive Ethernet networks for in-vehicle communication systems, such as infotainment and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
3. Internet of Things (IoT): It provides connectivity solutions for IoT devices, allowing them to communicate with each other and with cloud services.
4. Networking Equipment: The PHY is utilized in switches, routers