19-3706; Rev 2; 6/09
Low-Cost, 315MHz, 345MHz, and 433.92MHz
ASK Transceiver with Fractional-N PLL
MAX730
General Description
Features
The MAX7030 crystal-based, fractional-N transceiver is
designed to transmit and receive ASK/OOK data at fac-
tory-preset carrier frequencies of 315MHz, 345MHz†, or
433.92MHz with data rates up to 33kbps (Manchester
encoded) or 66kbps (NRZ encoded). This device gen-
erates a typical output power of +10dBm into a 50Ω
load, and exhibits typical sensitivity of -114dBm. The
MAX7030 features separate transmit and receive pins
(PAOUT and LNAIN) and provides an internal RF switch
that can be used to connect the transmit and receive
pins to a common antenna.
o +2.1V to +3.6V or +4.5V to +5.5V Single-Supply
Operation
o Single-Crystal Transceiver
o Factory-Preset Frequency (No Serial Interface
Required)
o ASK/OOK Modulation
o +10dBm Output Power into 50Ω Load
o Integrated TX/RX Switch
o Integrated Transmit and Receive PLL, VCO, and
The MAX7030 transmit frequency is generated by a 16-
bit, fractional-N, phase-locked loop (PLL), while the
receiver’s local oscillator (LO) is generated by an inte-
ger-N PLL. This hybrid architecture eliminates the need
for separate transmit and receive crystal reference
oscillators because the fractional-N PLL is preset to be
10.7MHz above the receive LO. Retaining the fixed-N
PLL for the receiver avoids the higher current-drain
requirements of a fractional-N PLL and keeps the
receiver current drain as low as possible. All frequency-
generation components are integrated on-chip, and
only a crystal, a 10.7MHz IF filter, and a few discrete
components are required to implement a complete
antenna/digital data solution.
Loop Filter
o > 45dB Image Rejection
o Typical RF Sensitivity*: -114dBm
o Selectable IF Bandwidth with External Filter
o < 12.5mA Transmit-Mode Current
o < 6.7mA Receive-Mode Current
o < 800nA Shutdown Current
o Fast-On Startup Feature, < 250µs
o Small, 32-Pin, Thin QFN Package
*0.2% BER, 4kbps Manchester-encoded data, 280kHz IF BW
The MAX7030 is available in a small, 5mm x 5mm, 32-
pin thin QFN package, and is specified to operate over
the automotive -40°C to +125°C temperature range.
†
Consult factory for availability.
Ordering Information
Applications
2-Way Remote Keyless Entry
PART
TEMP RANGE
PIN-PACKAGE
MAX7030_ATJ+
-40°C to +125°C
32 Thin QFN-EP**
Security Systems
+Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
**EP = Exposed pad.
Note: The MAX7030 is available with factory-preset operating
frequencies. See the Product Selector Guide for complete part
numbers.
Home Automation
Remote Controls
Remote Sensing
Smoke Alarms
Garage Door Openers
Local Telemetry Systems
Product Selector Guide
PART
CARRIER FREQUENCY (MHz)
MAX7030LATJ+
MAX7030MATJ+
MAX7030HATJ+
315
345
†
433.92
†
Contact factory for availability.
Pin Configuration, Typical Application Circuit, and
Functional Diagram appear at end of data sheet.
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