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2

Low Noise CATV Amplifier

50 - 870 MHz

Rev. V2

MAAMSS0001

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions

is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,

and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology

Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are

typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.

Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.

Parameter

Test Conditions

Units

Min.

Typ.

Max.

Gain

—

dB

11.5

12.0

13.0

Gain Flatness

—

dB

—

0.35

—

Noise Figure

50-150 MHz

150-870 MHz

dB

dB

—

—

3.8

2.8

4.0

—

Input Return Loss

—

dB

—

15

—

Output Return Loss

—

dB

—

11

—

IP3

Two tones at 397 & 403 MHz, +4 dBm output per tone

dBm

—

33

—

Composite Triple Beat, CTB

135 Channels, +25 dBmV/Channel at the output

dBc

—

-72.5

-70

Composite Second Order, CSO

135 Channels, +25 dBmV/Channel at the output

dBc

—

-75

-70

Cross modulation

135 Channels, +25 dBmV/Channel at the output

dBc

—

-64

—

P1dB

400 MHz

dBm

—

23

—

+ 5 Volts

mA

—

190

225

Test Circuit with M/A-COM Balun ETN1-1-13TR

Handling Procedures

Please observe the following precautions to avoid

damage:

Static Sensitivity

Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive

to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be

damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control

techniques should be used when handling these

devices.

SOICN-16