This document is the user guide for ADF4360-4 evaluation board.The evaluation board contains ADF4360-4BCPZ chip, USB connector, SMA connector and SMA connector, which can be used for RF output. The evaluation board also contains a loop filter to complete the PLL.
The document describes the EVAL-ADF4360-4EBZ1 evaluation board, which is designed to allow users to evaluate the performance of the ADF4360-4 integrated PLL and VCO frequency synthesizer. The board includes the ADF4360-4BCPZ chip, a USB connector, and SMA connectors for RF outputs, along with a passive loop filter and a 10 MHz TCXO reference source.
| Reference Input | 10 MHz TCXO from Fox Electronics |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 9 V supplies |
| Loop Filter Center Frequency | 1600 MHz |
| PFD Frequency | 200 kHz |
| Low-pass Filter Bandwidth | 10 kHz |
| Output Stage Optimization | 1600 MHz |
The board is powered from a single 9 V battery or from the USB supply by changing the position of Switch SW1.
The software requires Microsoft's .NET Framework Version 3.5 or later to be installed on your machine.