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PCB Interfaces and Communication Protocols Handbook

PCB Interfaces and Communication Protocols Handbook summarizes 28 interfaces based on their topology

5 CHAPTERS

156 PAGES

45 MINUTE READ

The PCB Interfaces and Communication Protocols Handbook summarizes 28 interfaces such as USB, HDMI, I2C, and Bluetooth. It also clarifies the distinction between interfaces and connectors.

This eBook offers an overview of how protocols control data transfer over physical links.
The PCB Interfaces Handbook categorizes printed board interfaces into wired and wireless types. It explains their roles, topologies, and data exchange modes.

From low-speed serial protocols like UART to high-speed interfaces like PCIe and 5G, the handbook covers a wide range of board interfaces. Each technology is analyzed based on signal type, data rate, operating range, benefits, limitations, and typical use cases.

This guide helps you choose the right interface based on your design requirements, like distance, speed, and power consumption.

What’s inside:

Overview of PCB interfaces and how they differ from physical connectors
Key characteristics of 19 essential wired communication protocols
Important features of 9 wireless interfaces, along with their limitations and use cases

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