Overview
The ADF4106BCP-REEL7 is a high-performance frequency synthesizer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed to implement local oscillators in the up-conversion and down-conversion sections of wireless receivers and transmitters. It features a low noise digital phase frequency detector, a precision charge pump, programmable reference dividers, and dual-modulus prescalers, making it suitable for a wide range of wireless communication systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min/Max | Unit | Test Conditions/Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| RF Input Frequency (RFIN) | 1.0 / 6.0 | GHz | See Figure 2 for input circuit |
| RF Input Sensitivity | -5 / +5 | dBm | Referred to 50 Ω |
| REFIN Input Frequency | 20 / 250 | MHz | For f < 20 MHz, ensure slew rate >50 V/µs |
| REFIN Input Sensitivity | 0.8/VDD | V p-p | Biased at AVDD/2 |
| Analog Power Supply (AVDD) | 2.7 / 3.3 | V | Decoupling capacitors required |
| Digital Power Supply (DVDD) | 2.7 / 3.3 | V | Must be the same value as AVDD |
| Charge Pump Power Supply (VP) | ≥ VDD | V | Can be set to 5 V in 3 V systems |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 / +85 | °C | Industrial (B Version) |
| Maximum Junction Temperature | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- 6.0 GHz bandwidth
- 2.7 V to 3.3 V power supply
- Separate charge pump supply (VP) allows extended tuning voltage in 3 V systems
- Programmable dual-modulus prescaler (8/9, 16/17, 32/33, 64/65)
- Programmable charge pump currents
- Programmable antibacklash pulse width
- 3-wire serial interface
- Analog and digital lock detect
- Hardware and software power-down mode
Applications
- Broadband wireless access
- Satellite systems
- Instrumentation
- Wireless LANs
- Base stations for wireless radios
Q & A
- What is the RF input frequency range of the ADF4106BCP-REEL7?
The RF input frequency range is from 1.0 GHz to 6.0 GHz.
- What are the power supply voltage ranges for AVDD and DVDD?
Both AVDD and DVDD can range from 2.7 V to 3.3 V.
- What is the purpose of the separate charge pump power supply (VP)?
The separate charge pump power supply allows extended tuning voltage in 3 V systems, and it can be set to 5 V to drive a VCO with a tuning range of up to 5 V.
- What types of prescalers are available on the ADF4106BCP-REEL7?
The device features programmable dual-modulus prescalers with ratios of 8/9, 16/17, 32/33, and 64/65.
- Does the ADF4106BCP-REEL7 support power-down modes?
- What are the primary applications of the ADF4106BCP-REEL7?
The primary applications include broadband wireless access, satellite systems, instrumentation, wireless LANs, and base stations for wireless radios.
- How is the charge pump current controlled on the ADF4106BCP-REEL7?
The charge pump current is controlled by connecting a resistor between the RSET pin and CPGND. The relationship between ICP and RSET is given by ICP MAX = 25 / RSET.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the ADF4106BCP-REEL7?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- Does the ADF4106BCP-REEL7 support analog and digital lock detect?
- What is the operating temperature range for the ADF4106BCP-REEL7?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C for the industrial (B Version).
