FL5000

USB 3.0 4-Port Hub

FL5000 is a CPU-free and hardware-based 4-port, configurable and efficient SuperSpeed USB Hub Controller that supports 1 upstream (US) and up to 4 downstream (DS) ports.  FL5000 features innovative battery charging features for fast charging. It is compliant with the Super Speed, Hi-Speed, and Full-Speed specifications and is backward compatible to all USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 applications.

Features

• Split Port Link?: Can be programmed independent (per port) for direct wire of USB2.0 and USB3.0 devices in embedded applications.

• Cascading Mode: Use a single crystal and easily cascade to create a 7-port/10-port hub.

• Self-Charging?: Emulate a dedicated charging port (DCP) to provide charging even when the US Port is disconnected.

• Smart BC: Automatically engage/disengage DCP/Emulation mode and dynamically support fast-charge of Apple, Samsung Galaxy, and any device complaint with BC 1.2/1.1.

• Easy design in: Without firmware (No need SPI flash) and can provide user customization by external EEPROM.

• Small Footprint: Package size of only QFN 68 pin 8x8mm.

• Reduced BOM: Integrated LDO Regulator, no ROM or SPI memory required.