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Low-latency equalization in multi-level, multi-line communication systems

US7269212B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 5, 2000
Grant dateSep 11, 2007
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Expiry dateNov 8, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L2025/03477
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Low-latency equalization mechanisms for multi-PAM communication systems are disclosed that reduce delay and complexity in signal correction mechanisms. The equalization mechanisms tap into input signals for a multi-PAM signal driver, and compensate for attenuation along a signal transmission line, crosstalk between adjacent lines, and signal reflections due to impedance discontinuities along the line.

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