19-5902 Rev 0 6/11 EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE MAX2042A SiGe High-Linearity, 1600MHz to 3900MHz Upconversion/Downconversion Mixer with LO Buffer General Description Benefits and Features The MAX2042A single, high-linearity upconversion/ S Wide-Band Coverage downconversion mixer provides up to +33dBm input 1600MHz to 3900MHz RF Frequency Range IP3, 7.25dB noise figure, and 7.2dB conversion loss for 1300MHz to 4000MHz LO Frequency Range 1600MHz to 3900MHz GSM/EDGE, CDMA, TD-SCDMA, 50MHz to 500MHz IF Frequency Range WCDMA, LTE, TD-LTE, WiMAXK, and MMDS wireless S 7.2dB Conversion Loss infrastructure applications. With an ultra-wide 1300MHz S 7.25dB Noise Figure to 4000MHz LO frequency range, the IC can be used in either low-side or high-side LO injection architectures for S High Linearity +33dBm Input IP3 virtually all 1.7GHz to 3.5GHz applications (for a 2.5GHz variant tuned specifically for low-side LO injection, refer +21.7dBm Input 1dB Compression Point 72dBc Typical 2LO - 2RF Spurious Rejection at to the MAX2042). P = -10dBm RF In addition to offering excellent linearity and noise performance, the IC also yields a high level of component S Simple PCB Layout Integrated LO Buffer integration. This device includes a double-balanced passive mixer core, an LO buffer, and on-chip baluns Integrated LO and RF Baluns for Single-Ended Inputs that allow for single-ended RF and LO inputs. The IC requires a nominal LO drive of 0dBm, and supply S Low -6dBm to +3dBm LO Drive current is typically 140mA at V = 5.0V or 122mA at CC S Pin Compatible with the MAX2042 2000MHz to V = 3.3V. CC 3000MHz Mixer The MAX2042A is pin compatible with the MAX2042 S Pin-Similar with the MAX2029/MAX2031/MAX2033 2000MHz to 3000MHz mixer. The MAX2042A is also pin 650MHz to 1550MHz Mixers, MAX2039/MAX2041 similar with the MAX2029/MAX2031/MAX2033 650MHz 1700MHz to 3000MHz Mixers, and MAX2044 to 1550MHz mixers, the MAX2039/MAX2041 1700MHz 2300MHz to 4000MHz Mixer to 3000MHz mixers, and the MAX2044 2300MHz to S Single +5.0V or +3.3V Supply 4000MHz mixer, making the entire family of upconverters/ downconverters ideal for applications where a common S External Current-Setting Resistor Provides Option PCB layout is used for multiple frequency bands. for Operating Device in Reduced-Power/Reduced- Performance Mode The MAX2042A is available in a compact, 20-pin TQFN package (5mm x 5mm) with an exposed pad. Electrical performance is guaranteed over the extended T = -40NC C to +85NC temperature range. Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet. Applications 1.8GHz/1.9GHz GSM/EDGE/CDMA Base Stations For related parts and recommended products to use with this part, refer to www.maxim-ic.com/MAX2042A.related. 2.1GHz WCDMA/LTE Base Stations 2.3GHz TD-SCDMA/TD-LTE Base Stations 2.5GHz WiMAX and LTE Base Stations 2.7GHz MMDS Base Stations 3.5GHz WiMAX and LTE Base Stations Fixed Broadband Wireless Access Wireless Local Loop Private Mobile Radios Military Systems WiMAX is a trademark of WiMAX Forum. Maxim Integrated Products 1 For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim Direct at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxims website at www.maxim-ic.com.MAX2042A SiGe High-Linearity, 1600MHz to 3900MHz Upconversion/Downconversion Mixer with LO Buffer TABLE OF CONTENTS Absolute Maximum Ratings ................ 4 Package Thermal Characteristics................ 4 5.0V Supply DC Electrical Characteristics ............... 4 3.3V Supply DC Electrical Characteristics ............... 4 Recommended AC operating conditions................ 5 5.0V Supply, RF = 2000MHz to 2900MHz, HIGH-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (DOWNCONVERTER OPERATION)................ 5 3.3V Supply, RF = 2000MHz to 2900MHz, HIGH-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (DOWNCONVERTER OPERATION)................ 7 5.0V Supply, RF = 3100MHz to 3900MHz, LOW-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (DOWNCONVERTER OPERATION)................ 8 5.0V Supply, RF = 3100MHz to 3900MHz, HIGH-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (DOWNCONVERTER OPERATION)................ 9 5.0V Supply, RF = 1650MHz to 2250MHz, HIGH-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (DOWNCONVERTER OPERATION)............... 10 5.0V Supply, RF = 1650MHz to 2250MHz, LOW-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (DOWNCONVERTER OPERATION)............... 11 5.0V Supply, RF = 2000MHz to 2900MHz, HIGH-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (UPCONVERTER OPERATION) ................ 12 3.3V Supply, RF = 2000MHz to 2900MHz, HIGH-SIDE LO INJECTION AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (UPCONVERTER OPERATION) ................ 13 Typical Operating Characteristics ................ 14 Pin Configuration ................... 46 Pin Description ................... 46 Functional Diagram ................. 47 Detailed Description................... 47 RF Input and Balun .......................................................................... 47 LO Inputs, Buffer, and Balun................................................................... 47 High-Linearity Mixer ......................................................................... 47 Differential IF Ports .......................................................................... 47 Applications Information.................. 48 Input and Output Matching ....................................................................48 Reduced-Power Mode .......................................................................48 Layout Considerations........................................................................48 Power-Supply Bypassing .....................................................................48 Exposed Pad RF/Thermal Considerations ........................................................48 Maxim Integrated Products 2