The MC10EL/100EL16 is a differential receiver. The device is functionally equivalent to the E116 device with higher performance capabilities. With output transition times significantly faster than the E116 the EL16 is ideally suited for interfacing with high frequency sources. The EL16 provides a VBB output for either single-ended use or as a DC bias for AC coupling to the device. The VBB pin should be used only as a bias for the EL16 as its current sink/source capability is limited. Whenever used, the V BB pin should be bypassed to ground via a 0.01f capacitor. Under open input conditions (pulled to VEE) internal input clamps will force the Q output LOW.