MAX2041EVKIT Maxim Integrated Products, MAX2041EVKIT Datasheet - Page 2

• Manufacturer Part Number: MAX2041EVKIT
• Description: EVAL KIT FOR MAX2041
• Manufacturer: Maxim Integrated Products
• Type: Mixerr

Specifications of MAX2041EVKIT

• Frequency: 1.7GHz ~ 3GHz
• For Use With/related Products: MAX2041
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant

The MAX2041 EV kit is fully assembled and factory test-
ed. Follow the instructions in the Connections and
Setup section for proper device evaluation.
This section lists the recommended test equipment to
verify the operation of the MAX2041. It is intended as a
guide only, and substitutions may be possible:
• DC supply capable of delivering +5.0V and 175mA
• Three RF signal generators capable of delivering
• RF spectrum analyzer with a minimum 100kHz to
• RF power meter (HP 437B)
• Power sensor (HP 8482A)
This section provides a step-by-step guide to testing
the basic functionality of the EV kit. As a general pre-
caution 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.
This procedure is specific to operation in the US PCS
band (reverse channel: 1850MHz to 1910MHz), high-
side injected LO for a 200MHz IF. Choose the test fre-
quency based on the particular system’s frequency
plan, and adjust the following procedure accordingly.
See Figure 1 for the mixer test setup diagram:
1) Calibrate the power meter for 2100MHz. For safety
2) Connect 3dB pads to DUT ends of each of the two
MAX2041 Evaluation Kit
+Denotes lead-free package.
2
DESIGNATION QTY
10dBm of output power in the 1GHz to 3GHz frequency
range (i.e., HP 8648)
3GHz frequency range (HP 8561E)
margin, use a power sensor rated to at least
+20dBm, or use padding to protect the power head
as necessary.
RF signal generators’ SMA cables. This padding
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U1
Component List (continued)
1
Mixer IC (5mm x 5mm 20-pin QFN
EP)
Maxim MAX2041ETP+
NOTE: U1 HAS AN EXPOSED
PADDLE CONDUCTOR THAT
REQUIRES IT TO BE SOLDER
ATTACHED TO A GROUNDED PAD
ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD TO
ENSURE A PROPER
ELECTRICAL/THERMAL DESIGN.
Test Equipment Required
Connections and Setup
DESCRIPTION
Quick Start
3) Use the power meter to set the RF signal generators
4) Disable the signal generator outputs.
5) Connect the RF source (with pad) to the RF port.
6) Connect the LO1 and LO2 signal sources to the EV
7) Measure the loss in the 3dB pad and cable that will
8) Connect this 3dB pad to the EV kit’s IF port connec-
9) Set the DC supply to +5.0V, and set a current limit
10) Select LO1 by connecting LOSEL (TP3) to GND.
11) Enable the LO and the RF sources.
Adjust the center and span of the spectrum analyzer to
observe the IF output tone at 200MHz. The level should
be about -10.2dBm (7.2dB conversion loss, 3dB pad
loss). The spectrum analyzer’s absolute magnitude
accuracy is typically no better than ±1dB. Use the power
meter to get an accurate output power measurement.
Disconnect the GND connection to LOSEL. It will be
pulled high by a pullup resistor on the board to select
LO2. Observe that the 201MHz signal increases while
the 200MHz decreases.
Reconfigure the test setup using a combiner or hybrid
to sum the two LO inputs to do a two-tone IP3 measure-
ment if desired. Terminate the unused LO input in 50Ω.
improves VSWR and reduces the errors due to mis-
match.
according to the following:
• RF signal source: 0dBm into DUT at 1900MHz
• LO1 signal source: 0dBm into DUT at 2100MHz
• LO2 signal source: 0dBm into DUT at 2101MHz
kit’s LO1 and LO2 inputs, respectively.
be connected to the IF port. Losses are frequency
dependent, so test this at 200MHz (the IF frequency).
Use this loss as an offset in all output power/
gain calculations.
tor and connect a cable from the pad to the spec-
trum analyzer.
of around 175mA if possible. Disable the output
voltage and connect the supply to the EV kit
(through an ammeter, if desired). Enable the sup-
ply. Readjust the supply to get +5.0V at the EV kit.
There will be a voltage drop across the ammeter
when the mixer is drawing current.
(this will be about +3dBm before the 3dB pad).
(this will be about +3dBm before the 3dB pad).
(this will be about +3dBm before the 3dB pad).
Testing the Mixer