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Apparatus and method for providing multi-mode clock signals

US7961014B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 2009
Grant dateJun 14, 2011
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03K19/018514
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for providing multi-mode clock signals are disclosed. In some embodiments, a multi-mode driver configured to receive a first clock signal, and to selectively output a different clock signal in response to one or more signals from a controller is provided. The driver can include an H-bridge circuit without substantial increases in the size of the design area. Advantageously, lower jitter and improved impedance matching can be accomplished.

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