This is a user guide that introduces the features and use of the ADI EVAL-ADF4350EB2Z evaluation board. The evaluation board includes the ADF4350 frequency synthesizer, USB interface, 10MHz TCXO reference source, SMA connectors, reference signal and various signal and voltage headers.
The document is a user guide for the EV-ADF4350EB2Z evaluation board designed to evaluate the ADF4350 fractional-N/integer-N PLL frequency synthesizer. The self-contained board includes the synthesizer, a 10 MHz TCXO reference source, USB interface, and voltage regulators.
| Phase Noise Performance | -99 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz offset from carrier (1 GHz output frequency) |
|---|---|
| Loop Filter Bandwidth | 20 kHz |
| Reference Frequency | 10 MHz TCXO |
| Power Supply Range (External) | 3.75 V to 11 V |
| RF Outputs | Four SMA output connectors (dual differential output) |
It can be powered from a USB port or via external DC power connectors using 4 mm banana connectors.
The kit includes an evaluation board software CD, a USB cable, and the EV-ADF4350EB2Z evaluation board.
Disable the on-board TCXO by removing resistors R1 and R2.