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- Analog Devices
- Model
- AD9853
- Industry
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Analog Devices AD9853 Programmable Digital QPSK/16-QAM Modulator Manual
This document describes the AD9853 programmable digital modulator, covering its features, applications, and general description. It explains the integrated DDS, DAC, digital filters and Reed‑Solomon FEC functions that form a complete modulator solution for HFC, WLAN and MMDS networks.
The manual includes detailed specifications, pin‑function tables, control‑register assignments, typical performance plots, ordering information and ESD handling guidelines, enabling designers to configure and operate the device correctly.
Analog Devices AD9853 specifications
| Resolution | 10 Bits |
|---|---|
| Full‑Scale Output Current | 5‑20 mA |
| Gain Error | ±10 % FS |
| Output Offset Temperature Coefficient | 50 nA/°C |
| SFDR at 42 MHz | 48‑50 dBc |
Source: Analog Devices AD9853 Programmable Digital QPSK/16-QAM Modulator Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the operating temperature range of the AD9853?
The device is specified to operate over the extended industrial temperature range of –40 °C to +85 °C.
From: Analog Devices AD9853 Programmable Digital QPSK/16-QAM Modulator Manual
What reference‑clock frequency range is supported with a +3.3 V supply?
With a +3.3 V supply the reference clock can be 7 MHz to 21 MHz when 6× REFCLK is enabled, and 42 MHz to 126 MHz when disabled.
From: Analog Devices AD9853 Programmable Digital QPSK/16-QAM Modulator Manual
What supply voltages does the AD9853 support?
It operates from a single +3.3 V to +5 V supply.
From: Analog Devices AD9853 Programmable Digital QPSK/16-QAM Modulator Manual
Which modulation formats are available?
FSK, QPSK, DQPSK, 16‑QAM and D16‑QAM can be selected via the control bus.
From: Analog Devices AD9853 Programmable Digital QPSK/16-QAM Modulator Manual
