The MXL1344A terminator is designed to form a complete +5V cable- or software-selectable multiprotocol DCE/DTE interface port when used with the MXL1543 and MXL1544/MAX3175 transceiver ICs. The MXL1344A terminator can use the VEE power generated by the MXL1543 charge pump, simplifying system design. The MXL1344A, MXL1543, and MXL1544/MAX3175 are pinfor-pin compatible with the LTC1344A, LTC1543, and LTC1544, but for proper operation the entire Maxim chipset must be used without substituting other manufacturer's parts on a chip-by-chip basis.