National Semiconductor LMV242 Power Amplifier Controller Datasheet

The LMV242 is a power amplifier (PA) controller intended for use within an RF transmit power control loop in GSM/GPRS mobile phones.


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Brand
National Semiconductor
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
16
File format
PDF
File size
542 KB
Published
06 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

The LMV242 is a power amplifier (PA) controller designed for use within an RF transmit power control loop in GSM/GPRS mobile phones. It supports all single-supply PAs including InGaP, HBT, and bipolar technologies. The device operates with a single supply ranging from 2.6V to 5.5V.

What's inside

  • General Description
  • Features
  • Applications
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Operating Ratings
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Connection Diagrams
  • Pin Descriptions

Specifications

Supply Voltage Range2.6V to 5.5V
RF Frequency Range450 MHz to 2 GHz
Shutdown Current (Typical)30 µA @ 2.6V
Gain-Bandwidth Product5.1 MHz @ 2.6V

Frequently asked questions

What is the supply voltage range for the LMV242?

The device operates with a single supply from 2.6V to 5.5V.

Which mobile phone standards does the LMV242 support?

It is intended for use within an RF transmit power control loop in GSM/GPRS mobile phones.

What happens when the TX_EN pin is low?

The device enters a low power consumption shutdown mode where both outputs are pulled low.

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