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3. BB Circuit Technical brief
3.13 Audio
3.13.1 Audio amplifier
GW520 use external audio AMP(MAX9877) for headphone.
The MAX9877 combines a high-efficiency Class D audio power amplifier with a stereo Class AB
capacitorless DirectDrive™ headphone amplifier. Maxim’s 3
rd
generation, filterless Class D amplifier
with active emissions limiting technology provides Class AB performance with Class D efficiency.
The MAX9877 delivers up to 725mW from a 3.7V supply into an 8Ω load with 87% efficiency to
extend battery life.
[Figure 3.13.1-1] Audio CODEC circuit diagram