ZHCS404F September 2011 – October 2015 TPD12S016
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Routing with TPD12S016RKT requires three layers. Vias are an integral part of layout for such a design. Proper placement of vias can eliminate exposing the system unnecessarily to an ESD event. The example shown above routes the TMDS lines directly from the connector to the protection pins before using vias to an internal layer. This helps promote ESD energy dissipation at the TPD12S016 protection pins. Note that while there is a via between the connector and the DDC/CEC/HPD lines, the traces terminate at the protection pins, leaving no other path for ESD energy to dissipate except at the TPD12S016 protection pins. All ground pins should have a large via near them connecting to as many internal and external ground planes as possible to reduce any impedance between TPD12S016 and ground. Tenting of VIAs near to SMD pads should be done to eliminate any solder-wicking during PCB assembly.
The TPD12S016PW can be routed on a single layer. HDMI connector pin matching has been arranged to allow for a flow through routing style. All ground pins should have a large via near them connecting to as many internal and external ground planes as possible to reduce any impedance between TPD12S016 and ground. Tenting of vias near to SMD pads should be done to eliminate any solder-wicking during PCB assembly.