Laser diode driver having automatic power control with smooth enable function

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PATENT NO 5802089
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08731889

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A laser diode driver with automatic power control in which start-up characteristics are controlled to avoid unsafe power levels at a driven laser is disclosed. The laser diode driver according to the invention produces a bias control signal that controls a bias current source such that the bias current supplied to the laser is maintained below a predetermined level during a start-up period.

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  • MAXIM INTEGRATED PRODUCTS, INC.

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Link, Garry N Aloha, OR 23 368

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