Overview
The AD9364BBCZ from Analog Devices Inc. is a high-performance, highly integrated radio frequency (RF) Agile Transceiver designed for a wide range of wireless communication applications. This device combines an RF front end with a flexible mixed-signal baseband section and integrated frequency synthesizers, simplifying the design process by providing a configurable digital interface to a processor. The AD9364 operates in the frequency range of 70 MHz to 6.0 GHz, covering most licensed and unlicensed bands, making it ideal for 3G and 4G base station applications as well as general-purpose radio systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 70 MHz to 6.0 GHz | Covers most licensed and unlicensed bands | |
| Channel Bandwidth | Less than 200 kHz to 56 MHz | ||
| Number of Receivers | 1 | ||
| Number of Transmitters | 1 | ||
| Operating Supply Voltage | 1.267 V to 1.33 V | V | |
| Current - Receiving | 175 mA to 275 mA | mA | Dependent on bandwidth |
| Current - Transmitting | 240 mA to 490 mA | mA | Dependent on bandwidth and power output |
| Interface | SPI | 4-wire serial port | |
| Max Junction Temperature | 110 °C | °C | |
| Max Operating Temperature | 85 °C | °C | |
| Package | 144-ball CSP_BGA | 10 mm x 10 mm |
Key Features
- Programmability and Wideband Capability: Ideal for a broad range of transceiver applications due to its programmability and wideband capability.
- Integrated Frequency Synthesizers: Fully integrated phase-locked loops (PLLs) provide low power fractional-N frequency synthesis for all Rx and Tx channels.
- Direct Conversion Architecture: Both the receiver and transmitter use direct conversion architectures, ensuring high modulation accuracy and ultralow noise.
- Automatic Gain Control (AGC): Independent AGC, dc offset correction, quadrature correction, and digital filtering in the receive subsystem.
- High Dynamic Range ADCs: Two high dynamic range ADCs digitize the received I and Q signals, passing them through configurable decimation filters and 128-tap FIR filters.
- Comprehensive Power-Down Modes: Minimizes power consumption during normal use.
- On-Board Transmit Power Monitor: Enables highly accurate Tx power measurements.
Applications
- 3G and 4G Base Station Applications: Ideal for femtocell, picocell, and microcell base stations.
- General-Purpose Radio Systems: Suitable for various wireless communication systems due to its wideband capability and programmability.
- Wireless Communication Infrastructure: Can be used in the development of wireless communication infrastructure such as cellular networks and other radio systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the AD9364BBCZ?
The AD9364BBCZ operates in the frequency range of 70 MHz to 6.0 GHz.
- How many receivers and transmitters does the AD9364BBCZ have?
The AD9364BBCZ has one receiver and one transmitter.
- What is the operating supply voltage of the AD9364BBCZ?
The operating supply voltage is between 1.267 V and 1.33 V.
- What type of interface does the AD9364BBCZ use?
The AD9364BBCZ uses a 4-wire SPI interface.
- What is the maximum junction temperature of the AD9364BBCZ?
The maximum junction temperature is 110 °C.[
- What is the package type of the AD9364BBCZ?
The AD9364BBCZ is packaged in a 144-ball CSP_BGA, measuring 10 mm x 10 mm.[
- What are the key features of the AD9364BBCZ's receiver?
The receiver includes independent AGC, dc offset correction, quadrature correction, and digital filtering. It also features high dynamic range ADCs and configurable decimation filters.[
- What are the typical current consumption values for the AD9364BBCZ during receiving and transmitting?
The current consumption during receiving is typically between 175 mA and 275 mA, and during transmitting, it is typically between 240 mA and 490 mA, depending on the bandwidth and power output.[
- What are some common applications of the AD9364BBCZ?
The AD9364BBCZ is commonly used in 3G and 4G base station applications, general-purpose radio systems, and other wireless communication infrastructure.[
- Does the AD9364BBCZ support power-down modes to minimize power consumption?
