FAIRCHILD RMPA2271

PRELIMINARY
RMPA2271
WCDMA/UMTS Power Edge™ Power Amplifier
Module with Integrated Power Detector
Features
General Description
■ Temperature compensated, integrated power detector with
>20dB dynamic range
■ 41% WCDMA efficiency at +28dBm average output power
1920–1980MHz
■ Meets UMTS/WCDMA and HSDPA performance
requirements
■ Compact Lead-free compliant LCC package–
(3.0 x 3.0 x 1.0 mm nominal)
■ Single positive-supply operation and low power and
shutdown modes
■ Low Vref (2.85V) compatible with advanced handset
chipsets
■ Internally matched to 50Ω and DC blocked RF
input/output
The RMPA2271 Power Amplifier Module (PAM) is Fairchild’s
latest innovation in 50Ω matched, surface mount modules
targeting WCDMA/UMTS applications. Answering the call for
integrated Power Detection, the RMPA2271 offers the ability to
measure power output over a 20dB range. This feature
eliminates the need of an external power detector and lossy
directional coupler, improving system perfomance and reducing
overall cost. Simple two-state Vmode control is all that is
needed to change the PA optimization from high power to low
power mode to minimize current usage. The 3 x 3 x 1.0mm LCC
package fits into the tightest spaces available on handset
boards and is footprint compatible with existing 3 x 3mm LCC
power amplifiers. The multi-stage GaAs Microwave Monolithic
Integrated Circuit (MMIC) is manufactured using Fairchild’s
InGaP Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) process.
Device
Functional Block Diagram
11
RF IN
22
Input
Match
Vmode
33
DC Bias Control
Vref
44
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MMIC
Vcc1
Output
Match
Power Detector
1
88
Vcc2
77
RF OUT
66
GND
55
Pdet
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PRELIMINARY
Symbol
Parameter
VCC1, VCC2
Supply Voltages
Vref
Reference Voltage
Vmode
Power Control Voltage
PIN
RF Input Power
TSTG
Storage Temperature
Ratings
Units
5.0
V
2.6 to 3.5
V
3.5
V
+10
dBm
-55 to +150
°C
Note:
1. No permanent damage with only one parameter set at extreme limit. Other parameters set to typical values.
Electrical Characteristics (1920 to 1980 MHz)1
Symbol
f
Parameter
Operating Frequency
Min
Typ
1920
Max
Units
1980
MHz
Comments
WCDMA Operation
Gp
Po
PAEd
Itot
Pdet
Power Gain
Linear Output Power
27
dB
26
dB
Po = +28dBm, Vmode = 0V
Po = +16dBm, Vmode ≥ 2.0V
28
dBm
Vmode = 0V
16
dBm
Vmode ≥ 2.0V
PAEd (digital) @ +28dBm
41
%
PAEd (digital) @ +16dBm
9
%
Vmode ≥ 2.0V
PAEd (digital) @ +16dBm
25
%
Vmode ≥ 2.0V, Vcc = 1.4V
High Power Total Current
450
mA
Po = +28dBm, Vmode = 0V
Low Power Total Current
130
mA
Po = +16dBm, Vmode ≥ 2.0V
Detector Output
1.4
V
Po = +28dBm, Vmode = 0V
0.3
V
Po = +16dBm, Vmode ≥ 2.0V
Adjacent Channel Leakage
Ratio
Vmode = 0V
WCDMA Modulation 3GPP
3.2 03-00 DPCCH+1 DCDCH
ACLR1
±5.00MHz Offset
1920–1980MHz
-40
dBc
Po = +28dBm, Vmode = 0V
-42
dBc
Po = +16dBm, Vmode ≥ 2.0V
ACLR2
±10.00MHz Offset
1920–1980MHz
-54
dBc
Po = +28dBm, Vmode = 0V
-66
dBc
Po = +16dBm, Vmode ≥ 2.0V
General Characteristics
VSWR
Input Impedance
NF
Noise Figure
2.0:1
4
dB
dBm/Hz Po ≤ +28dBm, 2110 to 2170MHz
Rx No
Receive Band Noise Power
2fo – 5fo
Harmonic Suppression3
-50
dBc
Po ≤ +28dBm
S
Spurious Outputs2, 3
-60
dBc
Load VSWR ≤ 5.0:1
Ruggedness with Load
Mismatch3
10:1
Tc
Case Operating Temperature
-142
-30
85
No permanent damage
°C
DC Characteristics
Iccq
Quiescent Current
50
mA
Vmode ≥ 2.0V
Iref
Reference Current
7
mA
Po ≤ +28dBm
Icc(off)
Shutdown Leakage Current
1
µA
No applied RF signal
5
Notes:
1. All parameters met at TC = +25°C, VCC = +3.4V, Vref = 2.85V and load VSWR ≤ 1.2:1, unless otherwise noted.
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Absolute Ratings 1
PRELIMINARY
Frequency and Temperature dependency
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vref=2.85V, Vmode=0V, Pout=28dBm
32
45
31
44
30
43
29
42
PAE (%)
Gain (dB)
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vref=2.85V, Vmode=0V, Pout=28dBm
28
27
26
41
40
39
T=25°C
T=85°C
T=-30 °C
38
25
T=25°C
24
37
T=85°C
23
36
T=- 30°C
35
1920
22
1920
1950
1980
1950
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vref=2.85V, Vmode=0V, Pout=28dBm
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vref=2.85V, Vmode=0V, Pout=28dBm
-30
-40
-32
-42
-34
-44
T=25°C
-46
T=85°C
-48
T= -30°C
ACLR2 (dBc)
ACLR1 (dBc)
1980
-36
-38
-40
-42
-50
-52
-54
-44
T=25°C
-46
T=85°C
-56
-48
T= -30 °C
-58
-60
-50
1920
1950
1920
1980
1950
Frequency (MHz)
1980
Frequency (MHz)
Power Detector dependency
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vmode=0V, Freq=1950MHz, Temp=25°C
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vmode=0V, Freq=1950MHz, Vref=2.85V
1.8
1.8
1.6
1.6
1.4
1.4
T=25°C
Pdet (Vdc)
Pdet (Vdc)
Vref=2.75V
1.2
Vref=2.85V
1
Vref=2.95V
0.8
0.6
1.2
T= 85°C
1
T=-30°C
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.4
0.2
0.2
0
0
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
25
-10
30
Pout (dBm)
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
Pout (dBm )
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Typical Characteristics
PRELIMINARY
Due to the varying amplitude envelope of WCDMA signal, a filter is required at the Pdet pin in order to minimize the ripple noise of the
detector output voltage (Pdet). RMPA2271 has no integrated filter for the Pdet pin. Therefore, an external low-pass filter, comprising a
shunt resistor (R) and a shunt capacitor (C), is required to detect the WCDMA signal properly. The filter bandwidth is determined by
the RC time constant of the filter, and can be reduced by increasing the values of the resistor and/or capacitor. A narrower filter bandwidth has the advantage of lower voltage ripple noise, but it comes at the expense of increased response time. A tradeoff needs to be
made between the ripple noise and response time for the optimal system performance.
3.3 µF
1
Vcc1
SMA1
RF IN
8
2271
XYTT
Z
2
50 ohm
TRL
3.3 µF
1000 pF
1000 pF
3
7
Vcc2
50 ohm
TRL
SMA2
RF OUT
6
Vmode
4
Vref
1000 pF
Pdet
5
0.1 µF
9
(package
base)
R
C
The detector output voltage (Pdet) range can be adjusted by the value of the external shunt resistor (R). The following figure shows
the dependence of Pdet voltage as a function of R. The maximum Pdet voltage can be increased by raising the value of R. This provides the added flexibility to handset designers to change the detector range to meet the system requirements.
Pdet (Vdc)
RMPA2271 3x3 WCDMA PAM with Power Detector
Vcc=3.4V, Vref=2.85V, Vmode=0V, Freq=1950MHz, Temp=25°C
2.0
1.8
1.6
1.4
1.2
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0.0
-10
R=9.1k Ohm
R=5.1k Ohm
R=2.4k Ohm
-5
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
Pout (dBm)
It is recommended that the value of the resistor R is first determined depending on the desired detector output voltage range. Then
the value of the shunt capacitor C is selected for the required detector output voltage ripple level, and response time.
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Application Note
PRELIMINARY
In addition to high-power/low-power bias modes, the efficiency of the PA module can be significantly increased at backed-off RF
power levels by dynamically varying the supply voltage (Vcc) applied to the amplifier. Since mobile handsets and power amplifiers frequently operate at 10-20 dB back-off, or more, from maximum rated linear power, battery life is highly dependent on the DC power
consumed at antenna power levels in the range of 0 to +16dBm. The reduced demand on transmitted RF power allows the PA supply
voltage to be reduced for improved efficiency, while still meeting linearity requirements for WCDMA modulation with excellent margin.
High-efficiency DC-DC converters are now available to implement switched-voltage operation.
With the PA module in low-power mode (Vmode = +2.0V) at+16dBm output power and supply voltages reduced from 3.4V nominal
down to 1.2V, power-added efficiency is more than doubled from 9.5 percent to nearly 25 percent (Vcc = 1.2V) while maintaining a
typical ACLR1 of –40dBc and ACLR2 of less than –54dBc. Operation at even lower levels of Vcc supply voltage are possible with a
further restriction on the maximum RF output power.
Recommended Operating Conditions
Symbol
Parameter
Min
Typ
Units
f
Operating Frequency
1980
MHz
Vcc1, Vcc2
Supply Voltage
3.0
3.4
4.2
V
Vref
Reference Voltage
(Operating)
(Shutdown)
2.7
0
2.85
3.1
0.5
V
V
Bias Control Voltage
(Low-Power)
(High-Power)
1.8
0
2.0
3.0
0.5
V
V
+28
+16
dBm
dBm
+85
°C
Vmode
Pout
Tc
1920
Max
Linear Output Power
(High-Power)
(Low-Power)
Case Operating Temperature
-30
DC Turn On Sequence:
1. Vcc1 = Vcc2 = 3.4V (typical)
2. Vref = 2.85V (typical)
3. High-Power: Vmode = 0V (Pout > 16dBm)
Low-Power: Vmode = 2.0V (Pout < 16dBm)
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Efficiency Improvement Applications
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3
6
1
6
5
5
2
9
8
4
5
7
Material List
Qty
Item No.
1
1
F100088
Part Number
Description
Vendor
2
2
#142-0701-841
SMA Connector
Johnson
6
3
#S1322-XX-ND
RT Angle SGL M Header
Digikey
REF
4
Assembly, RMPA2271
Fairchild
3
5
GRM39X7R102K50V
1000 pF Capacitor (0603)
Murata
3
5 (ALT)
ECJ-1VB1H102K
1000 pF Capacitor (0603)
Panasonic
2
6
C3215X5R1A335M
3.3 µF Capacitor (1206)
TDK
1
7
GRM39Y5V104Z16V
0.1 µF Capacitor (0603)
Murata
1
7 (ALT)
1
8
PC, Board
Fairchild
ECJ-1VB1C104K
0.1 µF Capacitor (0603)
Panasonic
GRM1885C1H101JA01D
100 pF Capacitor (0603)
Murata
1
9
RCI-0603-5101J
5.1 KΩ Resistor (0603)
IMS
A/R
10
SN63
Solder Paste
Indium Corp.
A/R
11
SN96
Solder Paste
Indium Corp.
Evaluation Board Schematic
3.3 µF
1
Vcc1
2
50 ohm
TRL
3
8
2271
XYTT
Z
SMA1
RF IN
3.3 µF
1000 pF
1000 pF
7
Vcc2
50 ohm
TRL
Vmode
1000 pF
Vref
4
0.1 µF
6
RMPA2271 Rev. B
Pdet
5
9
(package
base)
SMA2
RF OUT
6
5.1K Ω
100 pF
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Evaluation Board Layout
PRELIMINARY
I/O 1 INDICATOR
TOP VIEW
8
1
3
Z
+.100
3.00 –.050 mm SQ.
2271
XYTT
2
2
XY 271
T
Z T
7
6
5
4
FRONT VIEW
1.10mm MAX.
4X R.25mm
4
5
3
6
2
7
1
8
2
BACK SIDE SODER MASK
0.40mm
1
2.60mm
SEE DETAIL A
0.40mm
0.10mm
0.20mm
0.85mm
0.40mm
0.10mm
DETAIL A
TYP.
1.30mm
BOTTOM VIEW
Signal Description
Pin #
Signal Name
1
Vcc1
Description
Supply Voltage to Input Stage
2
RF In
3
Vmode
RF Input Signal
4
Vref
5
PDET
Power detector output voltage
6
GND
Ground
7
RF Out
8
Vcc2
Supply Voltage to Output Stage
9
GND
Ground
High Power/Low Power Switch
Reference Voltage
RF Output Signal
7
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Package Outline
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CAUTION: THIS IS AN ESD SENSITIVE DEVICE.
Precautions to Avoid Permanent Device Damage:
• Cleanliness: Observe proper handling procedures to ensure clean devices and PCBs. Devices should remain in their original packaging
until component placement to ensure no contamination or damage to RF, DC and ground contact areas.
• Device Cleaning: Standard board cleaning techniques should not present device problems provided that the boards are properly dried
to remove solvents or water residues.
• Static Sensitivity: Follow ESD precautions to protect against ESD damage:
– A properly grounded static-dissipative surface on which to place devices.
– Static-dissipative floor or mat.
– A properly grounded conductive wrist strap for each person to wear while handling devices.
• General Handling: Handle the package on the top with a vacuum collet or along the edges with a sharp pair of bent tweezers. Avoiding
damaging the RF, DC, and ground contacts on the package bottom. Do not apply excessive pressure to the top of the lid.
• Device Storage: Devices are supplied in heat-sealed, moisture-barrier bags. In this condition, devices are protected and require no
special storage conditions. Once the sealed bag has been opened, devices should be stored in a dry nitrogen environment.
Device Usage:
Fairchild recommends the following procedures prior to assembly.
• Dry-bake devices at 125°C for 24 hours minimum. Note: The shipping trays cannot withstand 125°C baking temperature.
• Assemble the dry-baked devices within 7 days of removal from the oven.
• During the 7-day period, the devices must be stored in an environment of less than 60% relative humidity and a maximum temperature
of 30°C
• If the 7-day period or the environmental conditions have been exceeded, then the dry-bake procedure must be repeated.
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