TAS5142DDV vs LM4931ITL/NOPB
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| Category | Linear - Amplifiers - Audio | Linear - Amplifiers - Audio |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | National Semiconductor |
| Description | IC AMP CLSS D STER 100W 44HTSSOP | LM4931 AUDIO SUBSYSTEM WITH MONO |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) | Bulk |
| Series | PurePath Jinftrytal™ | Boomer® |
| Type | Class D | Class D |
| Features | Jinftrytal Inputs, Short-Circuit and Thermal Protection, Shutdown | ADC, DAC, Depop, I²C, I²S, Microphone, Mute, PCM, Shutdown, SPI, Standby, Volume Control |
| Voltage - Supply | 10.8V ~ 13.2V | 2.7V ~ 5V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 70°C (TA) | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 44-TSSOP (0.244\", 6.20mm Width) Exposed Pad | 42-WFBGA, DSBGA |
| Supplier Device Package | 44-HTSSOP | 42-DSBGA |
| Output Type | 2-Channel (Stereo) | 1-Channel (Mono) with Stereo Headphones |
| Max Output Power x Channels @ Load | 100W x 2 @ 4Ohm | 1.1W x 1 @ 8Ohm; 26mW x 2 @ 32Ohm |
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1. What is a power amplifier and how is it different from an audio amplifier?
A power amplifier is a type of audio amplifier designed to drive high-power loads such as speakers. It is capable of amplifying audio signals to a sufficient power output to drive speakers to produce greater volume.
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2. What is the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of an audio amplifier?
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is a measure of the ratio of the audio signal to the background noise, with higher values indicating less noise in the audio signal. A high SNR usually means clearer sound output.
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3. Does the audio amplifier need to match the impedance of the speakers?
Yes, the output impedance of the audio amplifier should match the impedance of the speaker. Typically speakers have an impedance of 4Ω, 8Ω or 16Ω. Matching the impedance ensures that the amplifier delivers maximum power and the best sound quality from the speaker.
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4. How can I improve the thermal performance of my audio amplifier?
Audio amplifiers generate heat when they operate, especially Class A and Class AB amplifiers. Ways to improve heat dissipation include using a larger heat sink, adding a fan, or using a more efficient Class D amplifier. A good thermal design will improve the performance and life of the amplifier.
