CONFIDENTIAL SABRE9018Q2C 32-bit Stereo Low Power DAC with Headphone Amplifier and Output Switch Analog Reinvented 32 The SABRE9018Q2C SABRE Reference DAC is a high-performance 32-bit, 2-channel audio D/A converter with headphone amplifier and output switch. The SOC is designed for audiophile-grade portable applications such as digital music players, consumer applications such as Blu-ray players, audio pre-amplifiers and A/V receivers, as well as professional applications such as recording systems, mixer consoles and digital audio workstations. Using the critically acclaimed ESS patented 32-bit HyperStream DAC architecture and Time Domain Jitter 32 Eliminator, the SABRE9018Q2C SABRE Reference DAC delivers a DNR of up to 121dB and THD+N of 115dB, a performance level that will satisfy the most demanding audio enthusiasts. 32 The SABRE9018Q2C SABRE Reference DACs 32-bit HyperStream architecture can handle up to 32- 2 bit 384kHz PCM data via I S, DSD-11.2MHz data as well as mono mode for highest performance applications. Both synchronous and ASRC (asynchronous sample rate conversion) modes are supported. 32 The SABRE9018Q2C SABRE Reference DAC sets the standard for HD audio performance, SABRE TM SOUND , in an easy-to-use 40-pin QFN for todays most demanding digital-audio applications. FEATURE DESCRIPTION Patented 32-bit HyperStream DAC o Industrys highest performance 32-bit mobile audio DAC o +121dB DNR with unprecedented dynamic range & ultra-low distortion o 115dB THD+N, 2Vrms into 600 o Supports both synchronous & ASRC (asynchronous sample rate converter) modes o 100dB THD+N, 49mW into 32 Patented Time Domain Jitter Eliminator o Unmatched audio clarity free from input clock jitter 64-bit accumulator & 32-bit processing o Distortion free signal processing o Click-free soft mute and volume control Integrated DSP Functions o Programmable Zero detect o De-emphasis for 32kHz, 44.1kHz, and 48kHz sampling Customizable output configuration o Mono or stereo output 2 2 I C, I S, or 2-Wire control o Allows software control of DAC features 40-pin QFN Package o Minimizes PCB footprint < 100mW quiescent power (25MHz MCLK) o Maximizes battery life < 1mW standby power 2 Versatile digital input o Supports SLIMbus, SPDIF, PCM (I S, LJ 16-32-bit) or DSD o User-programmable filter allowing custom roll-off response Customizable filter characteristics o By-passable oversampling filter APPLICATIONS Mobile phones / Tablets / Digital music players / Portable multimedia players Blu-ray / SACD / DVD-Audio player USB DAC Headphone Amplifier and A/V receiver Professional audio systems / Mixing consoles / Digital audio workstation ESS TECHNOLOGY, INC. 237 South Hillview Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA Tel (408) 643-8800 Fax (408) 643-8801 CONFIDENTIAL Rev. 1.5 November 15, 2018 SABRE9018Q2C Datasheet FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM TYPICAL APPLICATION DIAGRAM ESS TECHNOLOGY, INC. 237 South Hillview Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA. Tel (408) 643-8800 Fax (408) 643-8801 2