This section describes the layout recommendations for all the TUSB4041I-Q1 device differential pairs: USB_DP_XX, USB_DM_XX.
- The differential pairs must be designed with a differential impedance of 90 Ω ± 10%.
- To minimize crosstalk, TI recommends to keep
high-speed signals away from each other. Separate
each pair by at least 5 times the signal trace
width. Separating with ground as depicted in the
layout example also helps minimize crosstalk.
- Route all differential pairs on the same layer adjacent to a solid ground plane.
- Do not route differential pairs over any plane split.
- Adding test points causes impedance discontinuity and therefore negatively impacts signal performance. If test points are used, place them in series and symmetrically. Do not place them in a manner that causes stub on the differential pair.
- Avoid 90° turns in trace. Keep the use of bends
in differential traces to a minimum. When bends
are used, make sure the number of left and right
bends are as equal as possible and that the angle
of the bend is ≥135°. This guideline minimizes any
length mismatch caused by the bends and therefore
minimize the impact bends have on EMI.
- Minimize the trace lengths of the differential
pair traces. Eight inches is the maximum recommended trace length for USB 2.0 differential
pair signals. Longer trace lengths require very careful routing to ensure proper signal
integrity.
- Match the etch lengths of the differential pair
traces (that is DP and DM). Make sure the USB 2.0
differential pairs do not exceed 50 mils relative
trace length difference.
- Minimize the use of vias in the differential pair paths as much as possible. If this is not practical, make sure that the same via type and placement are used for both signals in a pair. Place any vias used as close as possible to the TUSB4041I-Q1 device.
- To ease routing of the USB 2.0 DP and DM pair, the polarity of these pins can be swapped. If this is done, set the appropriate Px_usb2pol register, where x = 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4.
- Do not place power fuses across the differential pair traces.