Datasheet AM55-0024TR, AM55-0024RTR, AM55-0024 Datasheet (MACOM)

Hi Dyn Range 2 Channel IF Amp with

V 2.00

Power Control, 100 - 400 MHz

AM55-0024

Features

n Attenuation: 0.5 dB steps to 31.5 dB
n 6 Bit Digital Gain Control
n CMOS Logic
n Serial Logic Interface
n Single Positive Voltage Supply
n 8 mm PBGA Package
n JEDEC MO-151 Footprint
n Single Package Solution for GSM,CDMA,PCS

Description

The M/A-COM AM55-0024 is a dual channel IF amplifier
and digital attenuator packaged in a multi-layer multi-chip
module (MCM). Gain control is via two separate serial
logic interfaces. The part utilizes Plastic Ball Grid Array
(PBGA) interconnect technology to achieve high circuit
density and superior performance. This device is ideal for
GSM/DCS/PCS digital base station applications where high
dynamic range gain control functionality is required.

Functional Block Diagram

IF in A

Logic

Interface

IF in B

IF out A

IF out B

Absolute Maximum Ratings 1

Parameter Absolute Maximum

Input Power2 +20 dBm
Operating Voltage2 VDD = +6 V

Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature -65°C to +150°C

1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may
cause permanent damage.

2. Ambient Temperature (TA) = +25°C.

Electrical Specifications: TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50Ω 1

Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max.

Gain 100 - 400 MHz
Gain Control Range 100 - 400 MHz dB 31.5
Minimum Gain Control Step Size 100 - 400 MHz dB 0.5
Return Loss 100 - 400 MHz dB 10 12
Output IP3 100 - 400 MHz @ 5V dBm 30
Supply Voltage V 3/5
Supply Current @ 3V / @ 5V mA 300/400
Switching Speed (50% TTL to 90% RF) nS 50
Isolation dBc 50 60
P1 dB dBm 15 17.5

Noise Figure 100 - 400 MHz dB 4

1. All measurements in a 50 Ohm system.

dB 19.5 21 22.5

Hi Dyn Range 2 Channel IF Amp w/Pwr Cntrl, 100 - 400 MHz

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External Components

1, 2, 3

Clock Diagram

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

AM55-0024

V 2.00

B2

IF In A

AM55-0024

IF In B

Data B

Latch A

Digital VDD

Data A

Clk A

1. All inductors are 470 nH

2. All Capacitors are 10000 pF

3. IF outputs must be supplied +3 Volts.

Clk B

Latch B

Component Value

L 470 nH

C 10000 pF

3V A3

IF Out A

IF Out B

3V B3

Data

Clock

Latch

1. Max Clock Speed = 40 MHz

2. Ton = Toff

3. Tsu = >3ns

4. Thold = >7ns

5. Data clocked in on rising clock edge

Serial Interface

Each channel in the AM55-0024 is independently
controllable with a 3 wire serial interface: Clock, Data,
and Latch Enable. These lines can be shared based on
application requirements. The attenuator within the
device is controlled with a 6 bit word, enabling the
selection of 64 possible states. The highest gain state is
'000000', and the lowest is '111111'. The sequence for
shifting the data is as follows: Present data (MSB first),
strobe clock, repeat until 6 bits have been presented and
clocked, then strobe the latch enable line, which
implements the state change.

Typical Performance Curves

Input V

3.5

3.0

2.5

2.0

VSWR (dB)

1.5

1.0

0.045 0.105 0.165 0.225 0.285 0.345 0.405

Specifications subject to change without notice.

n North America: Tel. [phone]
n Asia/Pacific: Tel.[phone], Fax [phone]
n Europe: Tel. [phone], Fax[phone]

Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.

SWR

Frequency (GHz)

Output V

3.5

3.0

2.5

2.0

VSWR (dB)

1.5

1.0

0.045 0.105 0.165 0.225 0.285 0.345 0.405

SWR

Frequency (GHz)

2

Hi Dyn Range 2 Channel IF Amp w/Pwr Cntrl, 100 - 400 MHz

Attenuation (dB)

Typical Performance Curves (Cont’d)

Gain Attenuation (6 individual bits)

25

23

AM55-0024

V 2.00

+85°C +25°C -40°C

20

15

10

5

0

0.05 0.11 0.17 0.23 0.29 0.35 0.41

Frequency (GHz)

Noise Figure

18
16
14
12
10

8
6
4

Noise Figure (dB)

2
0

0.05 0.1175 0.185 0.2525 0.32 0.3875 0.455

Frequency (GHz)

22

21

20

Gain (dB)

19

18

0.045 0.105 0.165 0.225 0.285 0.345 0.405

Frequency (GHz)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

n North America: Tel. [phone]
n Asia/Pacific: Tel.[phone], Fax [phone]
n Europe: Tel. [phone], Fax[phone]

Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.

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Hi Dyn Range 2 Channel IF Amp w/Pwr Cntrl, 100 - 400 MHz

8 mm PBGA

Pin Out

AM55-0024

V 2.00

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

+5V_A1 DAT_A CLK_A +5V_A2 RF_OUT_A A

B

RF_IN_A C

LE_A D

RF_IN_B E

LE_B F
CLK_B G
DAT_B +5V_B1 +5V_B2 RF_OUT_B H

Ordering Information

Part Number Package

AM55-0024 8-mm PBGA Package
AM55-0024TR Forward Tape and Reel1
AM55-0024RTR Reverse Tape and Reel

1. If specific reel size is required, consult factory for part
number assignment.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

n North America: Tel. [phone]
n Asia/Pacific: Tel.[phone], Fax [phone]
n Europe: Tel. [phone], Fax[phone]

Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.

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