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Third Generation Programmable Architecture:

The new architecture integrates the standard DVD and CD Write-strategy waveforms into the laser driver, which eliminates the need to drive high-speed timing signals over flex cables from the controller IC to the optical pickup unit (OPU). The Write waveforms are programmable through internal resisters that support all of the DVD and CD formats, media and speeds. Internal command and data registers are programmed through a serial bus interface. This integrated architecture increases the 'X' Write speed performance dramatically compared to current generations of laser diode drivers.

EL6295C Advanced Technical Features:

Advanced features of the EL6295C include an integrated two-channel sample-and-hold (S/H) amplifier that is programmable under register control for four separate gains to provide real-time power control of the Read, Erase or Write level. Running optical power control (ROPC) is also expected to reduce the readback error caused by disc dust and fingerprints. The channel clock speed of 210 MHz enables up to an 8X DVD Write and up to 48X CD Write performance. Other features include programmable amplitude and frequency modulation, a low noise read amplifier, a programmable laser slope compensation digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and a programmable laser threshold current DAC.