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- Brand
- Maxim
- Model
- MAX2645
- Industry
- Industrial
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- 2012-06-05
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Maxim MAX2645 Evaluation Kit User Manual
The MAX2645 evaluation kit simplifies testing of the 3.4 GHz‑3.8 GHz low‑noise amplifier/PA pre‑driver. The kit is fully assembled, includes all critical peripheral components, and uses SMA connectors for easy RF test equipment interfacing.
The manual details the component list, required test equipment, step‑by‑step connections, jumper settings for different operating modes, and layout/bypassing recommendations to achieve optimal performance.
Maxim MAX2645 specifications
| Noise Figure (low‑noise mode) | 2.3 dB |
|---|---|
| IIP3 (low‑noise mode) | +4 dBm |
| Noise Figure (high‑linearity mode) | 2.6 dB |
| IIP3 (high‑linearity mode) | +10 dBm |
| Output P1dB (PA pre‑driver mode) | +12 dBm |
| RF Port Impedance | 50 Ω at 3.55 GHz |
| Supply Voltage | +3.3 V |
| Supply Current (high‑gain mode) | ≈9.2 mA |
| Supply Current (low‑gain mode) | ≈3 mA |
| Shutdown Current | ≈0.1 µA |
All Maxim MAX2645 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do you enable the MAX2645 on the evaluation kit?
Connect the SHDN jumper (JU2) to the “1” position, which ties SHDN to VCC.
How is high‑gain mode selected on the kit?
Set the GAIN jumper (JU1) to the “1” position, which ties GAIN to VCC.
What supply voltage range does the MAX2645 support?
The device operates from +3 V to +5.5 V.
From: Maxim MAX2645 Low-Noise Amplifier/PA Predriver Datasheet