When do I use the PLT-22 Power Line Transceiver Vs the new PL 31×0 (PL 3120 / PL 3150 / PL 3170) Smart Transceivers?
The PLT-22 Power Line Transceiver requires (1) a Neuron® Chip, (2) coupling circuitry, and (3) power supply to implement a complete power line device whereas the PL 31×0 Power Line Smart Transceivers do not require a Neuron Chip (since it is already integrated). The Power Line Smart Transceivers require (1) an external discrete interface circuitry in addition to (2) the coupling circuitry and (3) power supply. The discrete interface circuitry is a layout-sensitive circuitry that needs to be implemented per the guidelines provided in the Development Support Kit (DSK) that may be purchased from Echelon. As a result, the initial design and layout of a Power Line Smart Transceiver device will require closer attention than when designing with the PLT-22 Power Line Transceiver. On the other hand, the Power Line Smart Transceivers enable a much more cost-effective solution. A complete power line device can be implemented for roughly one-third the cost of implementing the same device with the
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- In addition to the Power Line Smart Transceiver IC, what other components are required to implement a complete power line communication device?
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