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Analog Devices AD9856 Datasheet Handbook Rev C
The AD9856 integrates a high‑speed direct digital synthesizer, a 12‑bit digital‑to‑analog converter, clock‑multiplier circuitry and digital filters to form a complete quadrature upconverter. It is offered in a low‑profile 48‑lead LQFP package and operates from a single +3 V supply over an industrial temperature range.
The document provides detailed specifications, pin configurations, functional block descriptions, typical performance plots, and mechanical dimensions, along with an ordering guide and evaluation‑board information.
Analog Devices AD9856 specifications
| Frequency Range | 200 MHz |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | +3 V single‑supply |
| Narrow‑Band SFDR @ 70 MHz | 80 dB |
| Maximum Serial Control Bus Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Typical Power Consumption (Full Operation) | 530 mA |
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Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum frequency of the serial control bus?
The serial control bus can operate up to 10 MHz.
What supply voltage does the AD9856 require?
The device runs from a single +3 V supply.
What is the DAC resolution of the AD9856?
The AD9856 uses a 12‑bit digital‑to‑analog converter.
From: Analog Devices AD9856 CMOS 200 MHz Quadrature Digital Upconverter Datasheet
What is the maximum operating temperature of the AD9856?
The device is rated for a maximum junction temperature of +165 °C.
From: Analog Devices AD9856 CMOS 200 MHz Quadrature Digital Upconverter Datasheet
What temperature range can the AD9856 operate in?
It is specified to operate from –40 °C to +85 °C.
From: Analog Devices AD9856 CMOS 200 MHz Quadrature Digital Upconverter Datasheet
What is the reference‑clock multiplier range?
The reference‑clock multiplier is programmable from 4× to 20× and can be disabled (effective 1×).
From: Analog Devices AD9856 CMOS 200 MHz Quadrature Digital Upconverter Datasheet
