Multi-modal active cable for performing a mode identification operation

作者: Sean P. O'Neal , Thomas E. Voor

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关键词: ThunderboltDisplayPortElectrical engineeringActive cableRadio frequencyAdapter (computing)MicrowaveElectrical impedanceCapacitanceComputer science

摘要: A system and method for providing a multi-modal active cable. In certain embodiments, the cable enables transmission of alternative display information from source system. More specifically, in comprises switching component to allow host integrated I/O signals be provided as either adapter or dedicated via single comprise Thunderbolt signals. DisplayPort embodiments at least one radio frequency (RF) microwave high performance analog switches switch speed digital (e.g., signal speeds up 40 Gbps on each plurality lane). By using such switches, load capacitance paths is minimized impedance carefully controlled.