Maxim MAX2825/MAX2826/MAX2827 Evaluation Kits User Guide

This document is a summary of the MAX2825/MAX2826/MAX2827 evaluation kits, which introduces the features and characteristics of the kits, including the 50Ω SMA connectors, On-Board Line Drivers and Voltage Reference, PC Control Software, etc.


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Brand
Maxim
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
1011 KB
Published
06 June, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

The document describes the Maxim MAX2825/MAX2826/MAX2827 Evaluation Kits (EV kits), which simplify the testing of these RF transceivers by providing on-board line drivers and voltage references with 50Ω SMA connectors for all RF and baseband ports. The kits support evaluation in both receive and transmit modes across 802.11g and 802.11a bands.

What's inside

  • General Description
  • Features
  • Ordering Information
  • Component List
  • Test Equipment Required
  • Connections and Setup
  • Receive Mode
  • Transmit Mode
  • Layout Considerations

Specifications

Temperature Range-40°C to +85°C
Package Type56 Thin QFN
Interface3-Wire Serial Interface

Frequently asked questions

What power supplies are required to operate the kit?

You need three DC supplies: one for +5.0V at 200mA, one for -5.0V at 200mA, and one for +3.6V at 400mA.

What signal frequency should be set on the low-noise source?

Set the low-noise signal source to 20MHz and 2dBm before enabling it.

What is the minimum frequency range for the recommended spectrum analyzer?

The HP8561E or equivalent RF spectrum analyzer must have a minimum frequency range of 100kHz to 6GHz.

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