Data Sheet MTCS - TIAM2 with True Color Sensor IC

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The MTCS-TIAM2 is a True Color Sensor IC with an integrated amplifier, designed for color measurements using the XYZ tri-stimulus function. It features a hexagonal matrix of photo diodes, each with a True Color Filter for primary color standards in the CIE color space.

Applications
This sensor is suitable for general color detection, consumer appliances, portable color detectors, RGB-LCD backlight monitors, RGB-power LED regulation, and various light source detection.

Features
The sensor includes dielectric filters for high transmission, minimal aging, high temperature stability, and reduced cross talk. It is packaged in an LCC package and is RoHS compliant.

Block Diagram
The block diagram shows the integration of the MTCSi detector and MTI04C amplifier, highlighting the XYZ detector and amplifier functions.

Spectral Response
Graphs are provided showing the typical relative sensitivity of the color sensor under different light conditions, indicating performance across various wavelengths.

Description of Interface
The interface includes inputs for power supply, reference voltage, and transimpedance adjustment, as well as outputs for analog voltage. The transimpedance can be adjusted across eight stages, and a power-down mode is available to reduce bias current.

Specifications

Electrical and Optical Characteristics: Includes light sensitivity area, photo diode sensitivity, reverse voltage, dark current, and cross-talk.
Electrical Characteristics: Specifications for power supply, bias current, and reference voltage.
AC/DC Characteristics: Information on feedback resistor stages, photo sensitivity, and signal frequency.
Maximum Conditions: Lists absolute maximum conditions for power supply, input/output voltages, and temperature ranges.

Package and Outline Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances for the packaged sensor are provided, along with pad dimensions and notes on potential metallic labels on the package.

Additional Sections
Includes sections on pin configuration, soldering profile, application notes, and ordering information, essential for proper implementation and usage of the sensor.

Overview
The document is a data sheet for the MTCS-TIAM2, a true color sensor with an integrated amplifier, produced by MAZeT. It includes technical specifications, pin configurations, soldering profiles, application notes, and ordering information.

1. Pin Configuration
The MTCS-TIAM2 features a 10-pin configuration with specific input and output functions. Key pins include power down mode (PD), analogue voltage outputs (VOUT X, Y, Z), and inputs for transimpedance adjustment (SW1, SW2, SW3).

2. Soldering Profile
The document provides a soldering profile diagram, essential for proper installation and integration of the sensor into systems.

3. Application Note
An example is provided for connecting the TIAM2 to a microcontroller-based measurement system. It highlights the importance of connecting Vref and Vdd correctly, with flexibility in settings as per chapter 7.

4. Amplifier Functionality
The MTCS-TIAM2 includes a multichannel amplifier that can be adjusted via microcontroller programming. This allows for automatic switching of amplification stages based on input variables, with a proposed algorithm for this process.

5. Ordering Information
Contact details for MAZeT GmbH are provided for purchasing the MTCS-TIAM2 sensor.

Warnings
The document includes critical warnings against using the product in safety or emergency stop applications, and advises against using the document as an installation guide due to the product's developmental status.