General Description
The MAX1207 is a 3.3V, 12-bit analog-to-digital converter
(ADC) featuring a fully differential wideband track-andhold (T/H) input, driving the internal quantizer. The
MAX1207 is optimized for low power, small size, and
high dynamic performance. This ADC operates from a
single 3.0V to 3.6V supply, consuming only 316mW,
while delivering a typical signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) performance of 68.5dB at a 32.5MHz input frequency. The
T/H-driven input stage accepts single-ended or differential inputs. In addition to low operating power, the
MAX1207 features a 0.15mW power-down mode to conserve power during idle periods.
A flexible reference structure allows the MAX1207 to
use its internal precision bandgap reference or accept
an externally applied reference. A common-mode reference is provided to simplify design and reduce external
component count in differential analog input circuits.
The MAX1207 supports both a single-ended and differential input clock drive. Wide variations in the clock
duty cycle are compensated with the ADC’s internal
duty-cycle equalizer.
The MAX1207 features parallel, CMOS-compatible outputs. The digital output format is pin selectable to be
either two’s complement or Gray code. A data-valid indicator eliminates external components that are normally
required for reliable digital interfacing. A separate power
input for the digital outputs accepts a voltage from 1.7V
to 3.6V for flexible interfacing with various logic levels.
The MAX1207 is available in a 6mm x 6mm x 0.8mm, 40pin thin QFN package with exposed paddle (EP), and is
specified for the extended industrial (-40°C to +85°C)
temperature range.
Refer to the MAX1209 and MAX1211 (see Pin Compatible
Higher/Lower Speed Versions table) for applications
that require high dynamic performance for IF input frequencies.
Applications
Communication Receivers
Cellular, LMDS, Point-to-Point Microwave,
MMDS, HFC, WLAN
Ultrasound and Medical Imaging
Portable Instrumentation
Low-Power Data Acquisition
Features
♦ Excellent Dynamic Performance
68.5dB SNR at fIN= 32.5MHz
88.7dBc SFDR at fIN= 32.5MHz
♦ 3.3V Low-Power Operation
316mW (Single-Ended Clock Mode)
342mW (Differential Clock Mode)
♦ Differential or Single-Ended Clock
♦ Accepts 20% to 80% Clock Duty Cycle
♦ Fully Differential or Single-Ended Analog Input
♦ Adjustable Full-Scale Analog Input Range
♦ Common-Mode Reference
♦ Power-Down Mode
♦ CMOS-Compatible Outputs in Two’s Complement
or Gray Code
♦ Data-Valid Indicator Simplifies Digital Design
♦ Out-of-Range and Data-Valid Indicators
♦ Miniature, 40-Pin Thin QFN Package with Exposed
Paddle
♦ Pin-Compatible, IF Sampling ADC Available
(MAX1211ETL)
♦ Evaluation Kit Available (Order MAX1211EVKIT)
MAX1207
65Msps, 12-Bit ADC
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Ordering Information
19-3260; Rev 0; 5/04
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
EVALUATION KIT
AVAILABLE