Low-power, high-precision mixed-signal processing solutions provider Cirrus Logic (Nasdaq: CRUS) launches a new range of timing products to deliver superior audio experiences in automotive and professional audio applications. The new product range will provide existing customers with a smooth transition from their previous high-performance timing devices, enhancing functionality and elevating the overall user experience.
The new timing devices, CS2500, CS2501, and CS2600, offer a seamless upgrade path for all existing timing customers while introducing advanced features to the market that generate stable low-jitter clocks and provide an ideal clocking solution for the most prevalent audio networks, enabling downstream audio-data converters and digital-audio systems to maximize their performance while keeping the systems completely synchronized.
The new solutions feature clean clock generation with baseband jitter below 50ps, ensuring exceptional sound clarity. They also offer drop-in replacement compatibility with previous product lines, including the CS2000, CS2100, CS2200, and CS2300, allowing for seamless upgrades. To further enhance usability, the advanced hardware mode simplifies integration, while automatic rate detection streamlines operation.
A standout feature is glitchless clock transitioning, which guarantees uninterrupted clock signals even during reference changes, eliminating potential glitches. Additionally, the phase sync loop ensures precise alignment of multiple audio signals or devices, enhancing synchronization and overall system performance. With these advancements, Cirrus Logic solidifies its position as a leading choice for designers seeking to optimize audio performance in high-demand environments.
“We are thrilled to introduce this product line to both the pro-audio and automotive markets,” said Eddie Sinnott, Director of Codecs & Standard Products at Cirrus Logic. “These new timing devices not only seamlessly replace our existing devices but also introduce new features that simplify integration and provide robust low-jitter clocks for digital audio applications. With advancements like phase sync loop, glitchless clock transitioning, and hardware-only mode, we’re setting a new benchmark for clocking solutions.”
The series is designed for a wide range of systems. It has synchronization capabilities for complex audio networks, improved reliability in automotive environments, and enhanced scalability for professional audio setups.
This comprehensive feature set makes it an ideal choice for designers looking for a well-rounded clocking solution for high-fidelity audio subsystems within automotive and pro audio applications.
