LM567 Tone Decoder IC Features, and Parameters Explained

The post discuses the main specifications and working principle of the IC LM567, which is a precise phase-locked loop with synchronous AM lock detection and power output device.


In simpler words the IC LM567 IC is a tone decoder chip which is designed basically for recognizing a specified frequency band, and activating the output in response to the detection. Needless to say this chip can be used for a number of different applications, the most common being in the field of remote controls, and security systems.

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The important features of LM567 are explained as under:

Extensive settable frequency range (0.01 Hz to 500 kHz), meaning the sensing passband may be set right from 0.1 to 500 kHz, giving an option of a huge range so that unlimited unique configuration can be achieved from this chip.

Highly stable of center frequency, which assures precise passband limits making the unit very reliable with the detection functions.

Independently controllable bandwidth (up to 14%), as the feature suggests, the bandwidth is also adjustable to a reasonable degree.

High out-band signal, and noise rejection, which again assures high reliability during the detection and implementation of the said functions.

Logic-compatible output with 100 mA current sinking capability, which allows the output to handle relatively higher loads without employing an additional buffer stage such as a transistor driver stage.

Inherent immunity to false signals, which ensures that the chip never produces false results due to incorrect frequency detection or in the presence of stray or spurious instantaneous signals.

Frequency adjustment over a 20-to-1 range with an external resistor, this feature again makes the chip highly flexible and dynamic.

The three important Parameters Associated with the IC LM567 may be understood with the following points:


Phase locked loop center frequency 

 It’s the free running frequency of the in-built current controlled oscillator circuitry in the absence of an input signal.

Detection Bandwidth

This is the frequency range which may be provided to the above center frequency, within which the presence of an input signal having a threshold voltage of above 20mV  causes the output of the IC to become low. This feature refers to the loop capture range.

Lock Range

It is the maximum range of frequency which would enable the output to switch to logic zero in the presence of a relevant input signal having a threshold voltage above 20mV.

Detection Band

It is the magitude which indicates the level of optimal detection, focused around the center frequency. It’s given by the formula:
(fmax + fmin – 2fo)/2fo, where fmax and fmin are the frequencies thresholds of the detection band.  

Application Hints

The IC567 may be considered as a versatile chip because it provides an unlimited range of applications in the field of electronics, some of them are discussed below:

Touch-Tone decoding: The human touch response may produce different frequencies when employed with this chip, it can be suitably decoded by using many IC LM567 configurations.

Carrier current remote controls: Our existing mains wiring can be very effectively used as a medium of transfer for communicating between the rooms or for controlling appliances remotely from one room to the other. The actions can be implemented by using a LM567 IC.

Ultrasonic controls (remote TV, etc.): Since the center frequency of LM567 is tightly locked, it may be used for detecting IR waves precisely from the given handset. Unlike ordinary IR remote controls, this circuit is better immune to stary RF or IR disturbances created from switching AC mains appliances.


Frequency monitoring and control: Again since the LM567 IC has an inbuilt precise frequency detection range, which can be used for monitoring a given range of frequency accurately.

Wireless intercom: Just like Carrier current remote controls, the IC LM567 may also be suitably  implemented in wireless intercom systems.

Precision oscillator: The phase locked loop feature in the proposed IC also facilitates its application as a precision oscillator for achieving precisely adjusted oscillations or frequencies.



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