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MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 Evaluation Kits
General Description
Features
ꢀ Easy Evaluation of MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
ꢀ +2.7V to +5.5V Single-Supply Operation
ꢀ RF Output Matched to 50
The MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 evaluation kits
(EV kits) simplify evaluation of the MAX2750/MAX2751/
MAX2752 VCOs. These kits enable testing of the
devices’ RF performance and require no additional
support circuitry. The signal output uses an SMA con-
nector to facilitate the connection to RF test equipment.
ꢀ All Critical Peripheral Components Included
Component List
Ordering Information
DESIGNATION QTY
DESCRIPTION
PART
TEMP. RANGE
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
IC-PACKAGE
MAX2750EVKIT
MAX2751EVKIT
MAX2752EVKIT
8 µMAX
220pF 5ꢀ ceramic capacitors (0603)
Murata GRM39COH0G221J50
C2, C3, C4, C5
4
8 µMAX
8 µMAX
0.1µF 5ꢀ ceramic capacitors (0603)
Taiyo Yuden EMK107BJ104KA
C1, C6
R1, R2
2
2
1k
5ꢀ resistors (0603)
Test Equipment Required
This section lists the recommended test equipment to
verify operation of the MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752. It
is intended as a guide only, and some substitutions are
possible.
SMA connector (PC edge mount)
EFJohnson 142-0701-801
OUT
1
JU1
U1
4
1
3-pin headers
•
•
•
A two-channel power supply at +2.7V to +5.5V
An ammeter (optional)
MAX2750EUA, MAX2751EUA, or
MAX2752EUA
An RF spectrum analyzer (HP 8561E, for example)
that covers the operating frequency range of the
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752, as well as a few har-
monics
Component Suppliers
•
A 50 SMA cable
SUPPLIER
PHONE
FAX
Murata Electronics
Taiyo Yuden
800-831-9172
408-573-4150
814-238-0490
408-573-4159
Connections and Setup
This section provides a step-by-step guide to the func-
tions and operation of these EV kits.
NOTE: Please indicate that you are using the MAX2750,
MAX2751, or MAX2752 when contacting these component
suppliers.
1) Connect a DC supply set to +3V (through an amme-
ter, if desired) to the V
EV kit.
and GND terminals on the
CC
2) Apply +3V to the SHDN control input.
Quick Start
3) Turn on the DC supply. The supply current should
read about 10mA.
The MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 EV kits are fully
assembled and factory tested. Follow the instructions in
the Connections and Setup section for proper device
evaluation.
4) Connect the VCO output to a spectrum analyzer
with a 50 coaxial cable (minimize length).
5) Apply a variable DC voltage to the TUNE input
(+0.4V to +2.4V).
6) Check f
and f
on the spectrum analyzer by
MAX
MIN
varying the tuning voltage.
7) Check the output power level (-3dBm typ).
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