1:3 and 1:4 Single-Ended, Low Cost, Active RF Splitters ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 FEATURES Ideal for CATV and terrestrial applications 2.4 GHz, -3 dB bandwidth 1 dB flatness: 54 MHz to 865 MHz Low noise figure: 4.6 dB Low distortion Composite second-order (CSO): -62 dBc Composite triple beat (CTB): -72 dBc Nominal 3 dB gain per output channel 25 dB output-to-output isolation, 50 MHz to 1000 MHz 75 input and outputs Small package size: 16-lead, 3 mm x 3 mm LFCSP FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAMS 0.1F 0.1F 1H IL VCC VOUT1 0.01F VIN VOUT2 ADA4304-3 0.01F 0.01F VOUT3 0.01F GND 07082-001 APPLICATIONS Set-top boxes Residential gateways CATV distribution systems Splitter modules Digital cable ready (DCR) TVs 5V 5V Figure 1. 5V 5V 0.1F 0.1F 1H IL VCC VOUT1 VOUT2 VIN ADA4304-4 0.01F VOUT3 VOUT4 0.01F 0.01F 0.01F 0.01F 07082-002 GND Figure 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 are 75 active splitters for use in applications where a lossless signal split is required. Typical applications include multituner digital set-top boxes, cable splitter modules, multituners/digital cable ready (DCR) televisions, and home gateways where traditional solutions require discrete passive splitter modules with separate fixed gain amplifiers. The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 are fabricated using the Analog Devices, Inc., proprietary silicon germanium (SiGe), complementary bipolar process, enabling them to achieve very low levels of distortion with a noise figure of 4.6 dB. The parts provide low cost alternatives that simplify designs and improve system performance by integrating a signal splitter element and a gain block into a single IC. The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 are available in a 16-lead LFCSP and operate in the extended industrial temperature range of -40C to +85C. Rev. 0 Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. 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ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Features .............................................................................................. 1 Typical Performance Characteristics ..............................................6 Applications....................................................................................... 1 Test Circuits........................................................................................9 Functional Block Diagrams............................................................. 1 Applications..................................................................................... 10 General Description ......................................................................... 1 Circuit Description .................................................................... 10 Revision History ............................................................................... 2 Evaluation Boards ...................................................................... 10 Specifications..................................................................................... 3 RF Layout Considerations......................................................... 10 Absolute Maximum Ratings............................................................ 4 Power Supply............................................................................... 10 Thermal Resistance ...................................................................... 4 Outline Dimensions ....................................................................... 12 ESD Caution.................................................................................. 4 Ordering Guide .......................................................................... 12 Pin Configurations and Function Descriptions ........................... 5 REVISION HISTORY 11/07--Revision 0: Initial Version Rev. 0 | Page 2 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 SPECIFICATIONS VCC = 5 V, 75 system, TA = 25C, unless otherwise noted. Table 1. Parameter DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE Bandwidth (-3 dB) Frequency Range Gain Gain Flatness NOISE/DISTORTION PERFORMANCE Noise Figure 1 Output IP3 Output IP2 Composite Triple Beat (CTB) Composite Second Order (CSO) Cross Modulation (CXM) INPUT CHARACTERISTICS Input Return Loss Output-to-Input Isolation OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS Output Return Loss Output-to-Output Isolation 1 dB Compression (P1dB) POWER SUPPLY Nominal Supply Voltage Quiescent Supply Current 1 Conditions See Figure 19 for test circuit ADA4304-3 Min Typ Max ADA4304-4 Min Typ Max 2400 f = 100 MHz 54 MHz to 865 MHz 3.3 1.0 2.9 1.0 MHz MHz dB dB @ 54 MHz @ 550 MHz @ 865 MHz f1 = 97.25 MHz, f2 = 103.25 MHz f1 = 97.25 MHz, f2 = 103.25 MHz 135 channels, 15 dBmV/channel, f = 865 MHz 135 channels, 15 dBmV/channel, f = 865 MHz 135 channels, 15 dBmV/channel, 100% modulation @ 15.75 kHz, f = 865 MHz See Figure 19 for test circuit @ 54 MHz @ 550 MHz @ 865 MHz Any output, 54 MHz to 865 MHz @ 54 MHz @ 550 MHz @ 865 MHz See Figure 19 and Figure 20 for test circuits Any output, 54 MHz to 865 MHz @ 54 MHz @ 550 MHz @ 865 MHz Any output, 54 MHz to 865 MHz @ 54 MHz @ 550 MHz @ 865 MHz Output referred, f = 100 MHz 4.0 4.6 4.8 26 43 -72 -62 -68 4.0 4.6 4.8 26 43 -72 -62 -68 dB dB dB dBm dBm dBc dBc dBc 54 Rev. 0 | Page 3 of 12 865 54 865 -17 -22 -12 -13 -16 -8 -18 -21 -12 -14 -15 -8 dB dB dB -33 -33 -34 -30 -30 -31 -33 -33 -35 -31 -31 -32 dB dB dB -21 -16 -14 -17 -11 -9 -21 -17 -14 -17 -12 -9 dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dBm 5.25 105 V mA -26 -25 -25 9.0 4.75 Characterized with 50 noise figure analyzer. 2400 Unit 5.0 92 -26 -25 -25 8.7 5.25 105 4.75 5.0 92 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS Parameter Supply Voltage Power Dissipation Storage Temperature Range Operating Temperature Range Lead Temperature (Soldering, 10 sec) Junction Temperature Rating 5.5 V See Figure 3 -65C to +125C -40C to +85C 300C 150C Stresses above those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only; functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions above those indicated in the operational section of this specification is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability. THERMAL RESISTANCE JA is specified for the device (including exposed pad) soldered to a high thermal conductivity 4-layer (2s2p) circuit board, as described in EIA/JESD 51-7. Table 3. Thermal Resistance Package Type 16-Lead LFCSP (Exposed Pad) JA 98 Unit C/W The power dissipated in the package (PD) is essentially equal to the quiescent power dissipation, that is, the supply voltage (VS) times the quiescent current (IS). In Table 1, the maximum power dissipation of the ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 can be calculated as PD (MAX) = 5.25 V x 105 mA = 551 mW Airflow increases heat dissipation, effectively reducing JA. In addition, more metal directly in contact with the package leads/exposed pad from metal traces, through-holes, ground, and power planes reduces the JA. Figure 3 shows the maximum safe power dissipation in the package vs. the ambient temperature for the 16-lead LFCSP (98C/W) on a JEDEC standard 4-layer board. 2.0 1.8 MAXIMUM POWER DISSIPATION (W) Table 2. 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.0 0.8 0.6 0.4 The maximum safe power dissipation in the ADA4304-3/ ADA4304-4 package is limited by the associated rise in junction temperature (TJ) on the die. At approximately 150C, which is the glass transition temperature, the plastic changes its properties. Even temporarily exceeding this temperature limit can change the stresses that the package exerts on the die, permanently shifting the parametric performance. Exceeding a junction temperature of 150C for an extended period can result in changes in the silicon devices, potentially causing failure. 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (C) 80 90 100 07082-003 0.2 Maximum Power Dissipation Figure 3. Maximum Power Dissipation vs. Temperature for a 4-Layer Board ESD CAUTION Rev. 0 | Page 4 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 10 VOUT3 GND 3 TOP VIEW (Not to Scale) VIN 4 9 GND 12 VOUT2 11 GND 10 VOUT3 9 GND 07082-005 14 IL 13 VOUT1 15 VCC ADA4304-4 GND 7 VCC 2 VOUT4 8 NC = NO CONNECT 11 GND GND 5 GND 5 VIN 4 VCC 1 GND 6 TOP VIEW (Not to Scale) NC 8 GND 3 GND 7 ADA4304-3 GND 6 VCC 2 PIN 1 INDICATOR 12 VOUT2 07082-004 PIN 1 INDICATOR VCC 1 16 VCC 13 VOUT1 14 IL 16 VCC 15 VCC PIN CONFIGURATIONS AND FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS Figure 5. ADA4304-4 Pin Configuration Figure 4. ADA4304-3 Pin Configuration Table 4. ADA4304-3 Pin Function Descriptions Table 5. ADA4304-4 Pin Function Descriptions Pin No. 1, 2, 15, 16 3, 5 to 7, 9, 11 4 8 10 12 13 14 Pin No. 1, 2, 15, 16 3, 5 to 7, 9, 11 4 8 10 12 13 14 Mnemonic VCC GND VIN NC VOUT3 VOUT2 VOUT1 IL Description Supply Pin. Ground. Input. No Connection. Output 3. Output 2. Output 1. Bias Pin. Rev. 0 | Page 5 of 12 Mnemonic VCC GND VIN VOUT4 VOUT3 VOUT2 VOUT1 IL Description Supply Pin. Ground. Input. Output 4. Output 3. Output 2. Output 1. Bias Pin. ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 TYPICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS VCC = 5 V, 75 system, TA = 25C, unless otherwise noted. 10 -54 50 SYSTEM -56 8 CSO (dBc) -60 TA = +85C TA = +25C -62 NOISE FIGURE (dB) -58 -64 -66 TA = -40C -68 6 TA = +85C TA = +25C 4 TA = -40C 2 -70 100 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) 0 50 07082-020 -74 50 100 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) Figure 6. Composite Second Order (CSO) vs. Frequency 07082-023 -72 Figure 9. Noise Figure vs. Frequency 60 -60 -63 55 -66 50 TA = +85C OUTPUT IP2 (dBm) CTB (dBc) -69 -72 -75 TA = +25C -78 TA = -40C -81 ADA4304-3 45 40 ADA4304-4 35 30 -84 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) 20 50 100 1000 07082-010 100 07082-021 -90 50 1000 07082-011 25 -87 FREQUENCY (MHz) Figure 7. Composite Triple Beat (CTB) vs. Frequency Figure 10. Output IP2 vs. Frequency -60 40 -63 35 -66 OUTPUT IP3 (dBm) TA = +25C -75 -78 TA = -40C -81 20 ADA4304-4 15 5 -87 -90 50 ADA4304-3 25 10 -84 100 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) 0 50 07082-022 CXM (dBc) -72 30 TA = +85C -69 100 FREQUENCY (MHz) Figure 8. Cross Modulation (CXM) vs. Frequency Figure 11. Output IP3 vs. Frequency Rev. 0 | Page 6 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 0 4 OUTPUT-TO-OUTPUT ISOLATION (dB) TA = +25C TA = -40C 3 2 GAIN (dB) 1 TA = +85C 0 -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 100 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) -10 -15 -20 -30 ADA4304-3 -35 -40 100 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) Figure 12. ADA4304-3 Gain vs. Frequency Figure 15. Output-to-Output Isolation vs. Frequency 5 0 TA = +25C 4 3 -5 INPUT RETURN LOSS (dB) TA = -40C 2 1 GAIN (dB) ADA4304-4 -25 -45 50 07082-024 -6 40 -5 07082-014 5 TA = +85C 0 -1 -2 -3 -4 -10 -15 ADA4304-3 -20 -25 ADA4304-4 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) -30 50 100 1000 07082-015 100 07082-025 -6 40 1000 07082-016 -5 FREQUENCY (MHz) Figure 13. ADA4304-4 Gain vs. Frequency Figure 16. Input Return Loss vs. Frequency -25 0 -5 -31 OUTPUT RETURN LOSS (dB) -29 ADA4304-3 -33 ADA4304-4 -35 -37 -39 -41 -10 ADA4304-3 -15 -20 ADA4304-4 -25 -43 -45 50 100 1000 FREQUENCY (MHz) -30 50 07082-013 OUTPUT-TO-INPUT ISOLATION (dB) -27 100 FREQUENCY (MHz) Figure 14. Output-to-Input Isolation vs. Frequency Figure 17. Output Return Loss vs. Frequency Rev. 0 | Page 7 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 95 90 85 80 75 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 -10 10 30 50 70 90 TEMPERATURE (C) 07082-026 QUIESCENT SUPPLY CURRENT (mA) 100 Figure 18. Quiescent Supply Current vs. Temperature Rev. 0 | Page 8 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 TEST CIRCUITS RF NETWORK ANALYZER RF NETWORK ANALYZER 75 S-PARAMETER TEST SET 75 S-PARAMETER TEST SET VOUTm VOUTm VIN DUT 4 VIN DUT 75 NOTES 1. TESTED FOR ALL COMBINATIONS OF VOUTm AND VOUTn. VOUTn NOTES 1. TESTED FOR ALL COMBINATIONS OF VOUTm AND VOUTn. 75 07082-018 VOUTn 07082-019 4 Figure 20. Test Circuit for Output-to-Output Isolation Measurements Figure 19. Test Circuit for Transmission, Isolation, and Reflection Measurements Rev. 0 | Page 9 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 APPLICATIONS The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 active splitters are primarily intended for use in the downstream path of television set-top boxes (STBs) that contain multiple tuners. They are typically located directly after the diplexer in a bidirectional CATV customer premise unit. The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 provide a single-ended input and three or four single-ended outputs that allow the delivery of the RF signal to multiple signal paths. These paths can include, but are not limited to, a main picture tuner, the picture-in-picture (PIP) tuner, an out-of-band (OOB) tuner, a digital video recorder (DVR), and a cable modem (CM). EVALUATION BOARDS The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 exhibit composite second-order (CSO) and composite triple beat (CTB) products that are -62 dBc and -72 dBc, respectively. The use of the SiGe bipolar process also allows the ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 to achieve a noise figure (NF) of 4.6 dB at 550 MHz. RF LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 evaluation board allows designers to assess the performance of the parts in their particular application. The board includes 75 coaxial connectors and 75 controlled-impedance signal traces that carry the input and output signals. Power (5 V) is applied to the red VCC loop connector, and ground is connected to the black GND loop connector. Figure 21 is a schematic of the evaluation board. On the ADA4304-3 evaluation board, connector VO4 and C7 are not populated. Appropriate impedance matching techniques are mandatory when designing circuit boards for the ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4. Improper characteristic impedances on traces can cause reflections that can lead to poor linearity. The characteristic impedance of the signal trace to the input and from each output should be 75 . Any ground metal on the top surface near signal lines should be stitched with vias to the internal ground plane, as shown in Figure 22. The device package exposed paddle must be reflow soldered to a low inductance ground to achieve data sheet performance specifications. This is achieved by connecting the footprint ground pad with vias to a ground plane below (see Figure 22). CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION The ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 consist of a low noise buffer amplifier followed by a resistive power divider. This arrangement provides 3.3 dB (ADA4304-3) or 2.9 dB (ADA4304-4) of gain relative to the RF signal present at the input of the device. The input and each output must be properly matched to a 75 environment for distortion and noise performance to match the data sheet specifications. AC coupling capacitors of 0.01 F are recommended for the input and outputs. POWER SUPPLY A 1 H RF choke (Coilcraft chip inductor 0805LS-102X) is required to correctly bias the internal nodes of the ADA4304-3/ ADA4304-4. It should be connected between the 5 V supply and the IL pin (Pin 14). The choke should be placed as close as possible to the ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 to minimize parasitic capacitance on the IL pin, which is critical for achieving the specified bandwidth and flatness. GND The 5 V supply should be applied to each VCC pin and RF choke via a low impedance power bus. The power bus should be decoupled to ground using a 10 F tantalum capacitor and a 0.1 F ceramic chip capacitor located close to the ADA4304-3/ ADA4304-4. In addition, the VCC pins should be decoupled to ground with a 0.1 F ceramic chip capacitor located as close to each pin as possible. VCC C5 10F C1 0.1F L1 1.0H + C6 0.01F VCC C2 0.01F VOUT1 IL ADA4304-3/ ADA4304-4 GND GND GND VIN GND VO2 GND C4 0.01F VO3 VOUT3 GND C7 0.01F VO4 ADA4304-4 ONLY EXPOSED PAD Figure 21. Evaluation Board Schematic Rev. 0 | Page 10 of 12 07082-006 VIN C3 0.01F VOUT2 VCC VOUT4 C8 0.1F VCC VCC VO1 Figure 22. Evaluation Board 07082-008 07082-007 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 Figure 23. Evaluation Board Component Layout Rev. 0 | Page 11 of 12 ADA4304-3/ADA4304-4 OUTLINE DIMENSIONS 3.00 BSC SQ 0.60 MAX 0.45 PIN 1 INDICATOR 13 12 2.75 BSC SQ TOP VIEW 0.80 MAX 0.65 TYP 12 MAX 1.00 0.85 0.80 16 PIN 1 INDICATOR *1.45 1.30 SQ 1.15 1 EXPOSED PAD 0.50 BSC SEATING PLANE 0.50 0.40 0.30 9 (BOTTOM VIEW) 4 8 5 0.25 MIN 1.50 REF 0.05 MAX 0.02 NOM 0.30 0.23 0.18 0.20 REF *COMPLIANT TO JEDEC STANDARDS MO-220-VEED-2 EXCEPT FOR EXPOSED PAD DIMENSION. Figure 24. 16-Lead Lead Frame Chip Scale Package [LFCSP_VQ] 3 mm x 3 mm Body, Very Thin Quad (CP-16-2) Dimensions shown in millimeters ORDERING GUIDE Model ADA4304-3ACPZ-RL 1 ADA4304-3ACPZ-R71 ADA4304-3ACPZ-R21 ADA4304-4ACPZ-RL1 ADA4304-4ACPZ-R71 ADA4304-4ACPZ-R21 1 Temperature Range -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +85C Package Description 16-Lead LFCSP_VQ 16-Lead LFCSP_VQ 16-Lead LFCSP_VQ 16-Lead LFCSP_VQ 16-Lead LFCSP_VQ 16-Lead LFCSP_VQ Z = RoHS Compliant Part. (c)2007 Analog Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. D07082-0-11/07(0) Rev. 0 | Page 12 of 12 Package Option CP-16-2 CP-16-2 CP-16-2 CP-16-2 CP-16-2 CP-16-2 Ordering Quantity 5,000 1,500 250 5,000 1,500 250 Branding H16 H16 H16 H10 H10 H10