19-2888; Rev 0; 5/03 MAX2055 Evaluation Kit Features ♦ Fully Assembled and Tested ♦ 30MHz to 300MHz Frequency Range ♦ -3dB to +20dB Variable Gain ♦ Output IP3: 40dBm (All Gain Settings at 70MHz) ♦ -76dBc 2nd Harmonic ♦ -69dBc 3rd Harmonic ♦ Noise Figure: 5.8dB at Maximum Gain ♦ Digitally Controlled Gain with 1dB Resolution and ±0.2dB Accuracy ♦ Adjustable Bias Currents Component Suppliers SUPPLIER PHONE WEBSITE Coilcraft 847-639-6400 www.coilcraft.com Johnson 507-833-8822 www.johnsoncomponents.com Murata 770-436-1300 www.murata.com TOKO 800-745-8656 www.tokoam.com Ordering Information PART MAX2055EVKIT TEMP RANGE IC PACKAGE -40°C to +85°C 20 TSSOP-EP* *EP = Exposed paddle. Note: When contacting these component suppliers, please specify you are using the MAX2055. Component List DESIGNATION QTY DESCRIPTION C1, C3–C6, C8, C9, C10, C12 9 1000pF ±5%, 50V C0G ceramic capacitors (0603) Murata GRM1885C1H102J C2, C11 2 100pF ±5%, 50V C0G ceramic capacitors (0603) Murata GRM1885C1H101J C7 1 Not used R1 1 1.13kΩ ±1% resistor (0603) R2–R6 5 47kΩ ±5% resistors (0603) R7 1 10Ω ±5% resistor (0603) L1, L3 2 330nH ±5%, wire-wound inductors (0603) Coilcraft 0603LS-331XJBC L2 1 100nH ±5%, wire-wound inductor (0603) Coilcraft 0603LS-101XJBC DESIGNATION QTY DESCRIPTION 2 680nH ±5%, wire-wound inductors (1008) Coilcraft 1008CS-681XJBC or TOKO FSLM2520-R68J J1, J2 2 PC board edge-mount SMA RF connectors (flat-tab launch) Johnson 142-0741-856 J3 1 Header 5 x 2 (0.100 spacing for 0.062in thick board) Molex 10-88-1101 or equivalent J4, J5, J6 0 Not installed L4, L5 T1, T2 2 MiniCircuit TC1-50-4 transformers U1 1 MAX2055EUP-T ________________________________________________________________ Maxim Integrated Products 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. 1 Evaluates: MAX2055 General Description The MAX2055 evaluation kit (EV kit) simplifies the evaluation of the MAX2055 high-linearity, digitally controlled, variable-gain analog-to-digital converter (ADC) driver/amplifier (DVGA). The EV kit is fully assembled and tested at the factory. Standard 50Ω SMA connectors are included on the EV kit for the input and output to allow quick and easy evaluation on the test bench. This data sheet provides a list of equipment required to evaluate the device, a straightforward test procedure to verify functionality, a circuit schematic for the kit, a bill of materials (BOM) for the kit, and artwork for each layer of the PC board. Evaluates: MAX2055 MAX2055 Evaluation Kit Quick Start The MAX2055 EV kit is fully assembled and factory tested. Follow the instructions in the Connections and Setup section for proper device evaluation. Table 1 lists the attenuation setting vs. gain-control bit. Test Equipment Required • DC supply capable of delivering 5.25V and 400mA of continuous current • HP 8648 (or equivalent) signal source • HP 8561E (or equivalent) spectrum analyzer capable of covering the MAX2055’s frequency range, as well as a few harmonics • Two digital multimeters (DMMs) to monitor VCC and ICC, if desired • HP 8753D (or equivalent) network analyzer to measure return loss and gain • Filters to attenuate harmonic output of signal sources, if harmonic measurements are desired Table 1. Attenuation Setting vs. GainControl Bits ATTENUATION (dB) B4 (16dB) B3* (8dB) B2 (4dB) B1 (2dB) B0 (1dB) 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 1 1 4 0 0 1 0 0 5 0 0 1 0 1 6 0 0 1 1 0 7 0 0 1 1 1 8 0 1 0 0 0 9 0 1 0 0 1 10 0 1 0 1 0 11 0 1 0 1 1 12 0 1 1 0 0 Connections and Setup 13 0 1 1 0 1 This section provides a step-by-step guide to testing the basic functionality of the EV kit. As a general precaution to prevent damaging the outputs by driving high-VSWR loads, do not turn on DC power or RF signal generators until all connections are made. 14 0 1 1 1 0 Gain Setting Connect the header pins for B4–B0 to GND for maximum gain (20dB typ). See Table 1 for other gainsetting configurations. To set a logic high on B4–B0, leave the respective header pin unconnected as onboard resistors pull up the logic to +5V. To control B4–B0 using external logic (voltage limits per the data sheet), ensure that +5V is applied to the chip. Failure to do so can cause the on-chip ESD diodes to draw significant current and can damage the part. Testing the Supply Current 1) Connect 50Ω terminations to RF_IN and RF_OUT. 2) With the DC supply disabled, set it to +5.0V (through a low internal resistance ammeter, if desired) and connect to the +5V and GND terminals on the EV kit. If available, set the current limit to 400mA. 3) Enable the DC supply; the supply current should read approximately 250mA. Testing the Power Gain 1) Connect the RF signal generator to the RF_IN SMA connector. Do not turn on the generator’s output. Set 2 15 0 1 1 1 1 16 1 X 0 0 0 17 1 X 0 0 1 18 1 X 0 1 0 19 1 X 0 1 1 20 1 X 1 0 0 21 1 X 1 0 1 22 1 X 1 1 0 23 1 X 1 1 1 *Enabling B4 disables B3 and the minimum attenuation is 16dB. the generator to an output frequency of 70MHz, and set the generator power level to -15dBm. 2) Connect the spectrum analyzer to the RF_OUT SMA connector. Set the spectrum analyzer to a center frequency of 70MHz and a total span of 1MHz. 3) With the DC supply disabled, set it to +5.0V (through a low internal-resistance ammeter, if desired) and connect to the +5V and GND terminals on the EV kit. If available, set the current limit to 400mA. 4) Connect B4–B0 to GND for 0dB attenuation. 5) Enable the DC supply, and then activate the RF generator’s output. A 70MHz signal shown on the spec- _______________________________________________________________________________________ MAX2055 Evaluation Kit 6) (Optional) Gain can be determined with a network analyzer. This has the advantage of displaying gain over a swept frequency band, in addition to displaying input and output return loss. Refer to the network analyzer manufacturer’s user manual for setup details. Detailed Description Figure 1 shows the schematic for the MAX2055 EV kit. The EV kit is matched for operation up to 300MHz. Capacitors C1, C4, C5, C8, and C9 are DC-blocking capacitors for the RF_IN, ATTNOUT, and RF_OUT ports. To reduce the possibility of noise pickup, capacitors C2, C3, C10, C11, and C12 form the VCC decoupling network. Inductors L1–L5 provide a method of biasing. Inductor L2 needs to handle the total IC current and have a DC resistance that is less than 0.2Ω. If the DC resistance is higher than 0.2Ω, the value of R1 may need to be adjusted down to maintain the nominal operating current. Inductors L4 and L5 are nonmagnetic coils that provide the output supply bias for the amplifier. Transformer T1 is used to convert the singleended attenuator output to a differential signal. This technique results in an improved 2nd harmonic performance for the device. The amplifier can be driven single ended if the improved 2nd harmonic is not required (see Modifying the EV Kit section). Output transformer T2 enables single-ended measurements, in addition to providing common-mode rejection for the 2nd harmonic. Resistor R7 helps reduce video leakage during switching. Replace R7 with a 0Ω resistor if video leakage is not a concern. Modifying the EV Kit The EV kit is easily configured for other topologies. For a single-ended amplifier input: 1) Remove T1 and place a low-inductance short circuit between the T1 surface-mount pads that connect capacitors C4 to C5. 2) Add a 1000pF 0603 case style capacitor for C7. 3) Change L2 to the same style and value inductor as L1 (330nH) noted in the Component List. 4) Change R1 to 909Ω (to adjust the DC current to compensate for the higher L2 resistance). Note: In this configuration, C6 is not required. The EV kit also provides the ability for additional methods of testing by adding in the option for an interstage RF connection along with differential RF output connections. Layout Considerations The MAX2055 evaluation boards can be used as a guide for your board layout. Give close attention to thermal design and close placement of parts to the IC. The MAX2055 package exposed paddle (EP) conducts heat out of the part and provides a low-impedance electrical connection. The EP must be attached to the PC board ground plane with a low thermal and electrical-impedance contact. Ideally, this is provided by soldering the backside package contact directly to a top metal ground plane on the PC board. Alternatively, the EP can be connected to a ground plane using an array of plated vias directly below the EP. The MAX2055 EV kit uses eight evenly spaced, 0.016in-diameter, plated through holes to connect the EP to the lower ground planes. Depending on the RF ground plane spacing, large surface-mount pads in the RF path may need to have the ground plane relieved under them to reduce shunt capacitance. _______________________________________________________________________________________ 3 Evaluates: MAX2055 trum analyzer display should indicate a magnitude of approximately 5dBm. Be sure to account for external cable losses. Evaluates: MAX2055 MAX2055 Evaluation Kit 5V 1 C3 C2 RF_IN J1 C1 5V J4 20 U1 MAX2055 2 ATTNOUT 19 C4 3 R2 R3 R4 R5 C6 18 R6 B4 B3 B2 4 B4 5 B3 6 B2 7 B1 8 B1 ISET 16 ATTENUATION LOGIC CONTROL AMPIN B0 T1 C5 1 15 14 CBP R1 17 L2 L1 13 EXPOSED PADDLE B0 C7 L3 R7 9 5V C12 C11 10 RF_OUT- IBIAS 12 RF_OUT+ 11 5V J5 J6 L4 L5 C10 C8 C9 1 +5V GND B0 B2 B4 T2 J3-2 J3-4 J3-6 J3-8 J3-10 J3-1 J3-3 J3-5 J3-7 J3-9 GND B1 RF_OUT J2 B3 Figure 1. MAX2055 EV Kit Schematic 4 _______________________________________________________________________________________ MAX2055 Evaluation Kit Evaluates: MAX2055 POWER SUPPLY 3-OUT, HPIB (AG E3631A) BENCH MULTIMETER HPIB (HP 34401A) +5V GND B4 B3 RF SIGNAL GENERATOR (HP 8648D) MAX2055 EVKIT B2 CONTROL INPUTS B1 RF_IN B0 RF_OUT RF SPECTRUM ANALYZER (HP 856xE) Figure 2. Test Setup Diagram 1.0" 1.0" Figure 3. MAX2055 EV Kit Component Placement Guide— Component Side Figure 4. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Top Silkscreen _______________________________________________________________________________________ 5 Evaluates: MAX2055 MAX2055 Evaluation Kit 1.0" Figure 5. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Bottom Silkscreen 1.0" Figure 7. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—GND Layer (Layer 2) 6 1.0" Figure 6. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Primary Component Side 1.0" Figure 8. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Route Layer (Layer 3) _______________________________________________________________________________________ MAX2055 Evaluation Kit Evaluates: MAX2055 1.0" 1.0" Figure 9. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Secondary Side Figure 10. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Top Solder Mask 1.0" Figure 11. MAX2055 EV Kit PC Board Layout—Bottom Solder Mask Maxim cannot assume responsibility for use of any circuitry other than circuitry entirely embodied in a Maxim product. No circuit patent licenses are implied. 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