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1. Overview

️· Device: PAM8615 Class-D Audio Power Amplifier
️· Purpose: Delivers 16W/32W stereo audio.
️· Type: CMOS audio amplifier.
️· Efficiency: High efficiency, often requiring no heatsink.
️· Rev: Document is Revision 1.1.

2. Key Features & Functionality

️· DC Volume Control: Controlled via DCV and DGND terminals, affecting internal amplifier gain.
️· Mute Function: Muting output via MUTE pin (high disables, low enables).
️· Shutdown Mode: Reduces power consumption (SD pin – high enables, low shuts down). Crucial to put in shutdown before power off for best pop-free operation.
️· Internal Bias Generator (VCM): Requires external capacitor (at least 0.47µF) for startup stability and noise filtering.
️· Power Supply Decoupling (CS): Requires multiple capacitors for optimal performance:
- 0.1µF ceramic capacitor (close to device) for high-frequency noise.
- 470µF or greater aluminum electrolytic capacitor for lower-frequency noise.
- 10µF capacitor for transient current during output.

️· Switching Frequency: Determined by ROSC resistor value: f_osc = 0.068 / (R_OSC * 21pF). Recommended ROSC = 100kΩ for a switching frequency of 323 kHz.
️· Bootstrap Capacitors (BST_A/BST_B): Required for high-side output transistor turn-on. At least 220nF, 25V rated. 1uF recommended for <100Hz applications.
️· VCLAMP Capacitors: 1µF, 25V rated, connected to ground to prevent NMOS transistor voltage limits.
️· Internal 5V Supply (AVDD): Needs a 0.1µF to 1µF capacitor close to pin and ground for stability; cannot power external circuitry.

3. Design Considerations & Recommendations

️· Heat Dissipation: PCB design (dual-side copper, thick copper, vias) is essential for heat dissipation, especially for high-power operation.
️· Speaker Selection: Choose speakers capable of handling the amplifier’s output power.
️· Pop Reduction: Prioritize shutdown mode before power removal to minimize "pops" during startup and shutdown.
️· Component Placement: Keep decoupling capacitors and bias generator capacitors as close as possible to the device pins.
️· Test Setup: Requires AP AUX-0025 low pass filter and two 22µH inductors for accurate measurements.



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