Overview
The AD9874ABSTRL, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a general-purpose Intermediate Frequency (IF) subsystem designed for digitizing low-level IF inputs. This component is integral in various radio and wireless communication systems, offering a comprehensive signal chain that includes a low noise amplifier, a mixer, a band-pass sigma-delta analog-to-digital converter, and a decimation filter with programmable decimation factors. The AD9874ABSTRL also features an automatic gain control (AGC) circuit, providing 12 dB of continuous gain adjustment, and includes auxiliary blocks such as clock and LO synthesizers. This device is particularly noted for its high dynamic range and inherent antialiasing capabilities, making it suitable for handling strong blocking signals and supporting multimode radios with varying channel bandwidths.
Key Specifications
Parameter | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
---|---|---|---|---|
IF Input Frequency | 10 | - | 300 | MHz |
Signal Bandwidth | 6.8 | - | 270 | kHz |
Decimation Factor | 48 | - | 960 | - |
Pass-Band Width | - | 50% fCLKOUT | - | - |
Pass-Band Gain Variation | - | - | 1.2 | dB |
Alias Attenuation | - | - | 88 | dB |
Input Third Order Intercept (IIP3) | - | - | - | dBm |
IF Input Clip Point | - | - | 2 dB below PIN | dBm |
VDDI, VDDF, VDDA, VDDC, VDDL, VDDD, VDDH | 2.7 | - | 3.6 | V |
VDDQ, VDDP | 2.7 | - | 5.5 | V |
Key Features
- Comprehensive Signal Chain: Includes a low noise amplifier, a mixer, a band-pass sigma-delta analog-to-digital converter, and a decimation filter with programmable decimation factors.
- Automatic Gain Control (AGC): Provides 12 dB of continuous gain adjustment, enhancing signal processing flexibility.
- High Dynamic Range: Capable of handling blocking signals up to 95 dB stronger than the desired signal, reducing the need for extensive IF filtering.
- Inherent Antialiasing: The band-pass sigma-delta converter ensures effective antialiasing, improving signal integrity.
- Auxiliary Blocks: Includes clock and LO synthesizers for comprehensive system integration).
- Programmable Parameters: The SPI port allows for the programming of numerous parameters, enhancing customization and control).
Applications
- Radio and Wireless Communication Systems: Ideal for use in various radio and wireless communication systems due to its ability to handle a wide range of IF frequencies and signal bandwidths).
- Multimode Radios: Supports radios with varying channel bandwidths by allowing the IF filter to be specified for the largest channel bandwidth).
- Signal Processing Systems: Suitable for systems requiring high dynamic range and antialiasing capabilities, such as in telecommunications and radar systems).
Q & A
- What is the IF input frequency range of the AD9874ABSTRL?
The IF input frequency range is from 10 MHz to 300 MHz).
- What is the signal bandwidth range supported by the AD9874ABSTRL?
The signal bandwidth ranges from 6.8 kHz to 270 kHz).
- What is the decimation factor range of the AD9874ABSTRL?
The decimation factor ranges from 48 to 960).
- Does the AD9874ABSTRL have automatic gain control?
Yes, it includes an automatic gain control (AGC) circuit with 12 dB of continuous gain adjustment).
- How does the AD9874ABSTRL handle blocking signals?
The device can handle blocking signals up to 95 dB stronger than the desired signal, reducing the need for extensive IF filtering).
- What type of converter does the AD9874ABSTRL use?
The AD9874ABSTRL uses a band-pass sigma-delta analog-to-digital converter).
- Does the AD9874ABSTRL support SPI programming?
Yes, the SPI port allows for the programming of numerous parameters).
- What are the typical operating voltage ranges for the AD9874ABSTRL?
The typical operating voltage ranges are from 2.7 V to 3.6 V for VDDI, VDDF, VDDA, VDDC, VDDL, VDDD, and VDDH, and from 2.7 V to 5.5 V for VDDQ and VDDP).
- What are some common applications of the AD9874ABSTRL?
Common applications include radio and wireless communication systems, multimode radios, and signal processing systems).
- How does the AD9874ABSTRL reduce the cost of radio systems?
The device reduces the cost by minimizing the need for extensive IF filtering due to its high dynamic range and antialiasing capabilities).