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System and method for providing an impedance match of an output buffer to a transmission line

US6542008B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 28, 2000
Grant dateApr 1, 2003
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Expiry dateNov 28, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L25/0278
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method are provided for providing an impedance match of an output buffer to a transmission line without significantly increasing the power consumption of the output buffer. A system and method are also provided for providing an impedance match of an output buffer to a transmission line, while still allowing for an adjustable output swing as is required for loads such as laser transmitters and optical modulators.

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