This document introduces the MAX9986 evaluation kit, which is an evaluation kit for the MAX9986 815MHz to 995MHz base station downconversion mixer. The kit includes a fully assembled and tested device, a list of test equipment required for evaluation, a test procedure, a description of the EV kit circuit, the circuit schematic, a bill of materials (BOM) for the kit, and artwork for each layer of the PC board.
The MAX9986 Evaluation Kit is a fully assembled, factory‑tested board that simplifies evaluation of the MAX9986 815 MHz‑to‑995 MHz base‑station down‑conversion mixer. It includes standard 50 Ω SMA connectors on the input and output ports for quick bench testing.
The handbook details the kit’s features, required test equipment, step‑by‑step connection and setup procedures, component list, layout considerations, and options for modifying the kit. It also provides schematics, PCB layout drawings, and supplier information.
| RF Frequency Range | 815 MHz to 995 MHz |
|---|---|
| LO Frequency Range | 960 MHz to 1180 MHz |
| IF Frequency Range | 50 MHz to 250 MHz |
| Conversion Gain | 10 dB |
| IIP3 | 23.6 dBm |
| Noise Figure | 9.3 dB |
| LO Drive Range | -3 dBm to +3 dBm |
| LO Isolation | 49 dB |
| SMA Connectors | 502 on input and output ports |
| IF Output Balun | 4:1 balun for single‑ended output |
Set the DC supply to +5.0 V with a current limit of about 300 mA.
The device operates from 815 MHz to 995 MHz on the RF input.