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DR-AN-20-MO
20 GHz Analog Driver
Photline Driver
The Photline DR-AN-20-MO is a wideband RF amplifier module designed for
analog applications at frequencies up to 20 GHz.
The Photline DR-AN-20-MO is characterized by a low Noise Figure and a
linear transfer function whose 1 dB compression point is above 20 dBm. It
exhibits flat Group Delay and Gain curves with reduced ripple over the entire
bandwidth.
FEATURES
• Output voltage up to 9 Vpp
• Linear amplifier
• Flat gain up to 20 GHz
• Single voltage power supply
The Photline DR-AN-20-MO operates from a single power supply for safety and
ease of use, and offers gain control over 3 dB. The amplifier comes in a compact
52 mm x 25.6 mm housing with K type RF connectors (compatible SMA) and with
an optional heat sink.
This amplifier module is ideally suited to drive optical modulators for analog
applications.
• Low group delay variation
APPLICATIONS
• LiNbO3 modulators
• OFDM, RF over fiber
• Linear amplification
• Research & Development
OPTIONS
• Heat-sink
Performance Highlights
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Cut-off frequencies
50 k
20 G
-
Hz
Output voltage
0
-
9
Vpp
Gain
28
30
-
dB
Saturated output power
23
-
-
dBm
Output power 1dB comp
20
21
-
dB
Harmonics
-
-
-15
dBc
Noise Figure
5
-
7
dB
Measurements for Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 305 mA
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DC Electrical Characteristics
Parameter
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Supply voltage (fixed)
Vbias
-
12
-
V
Current consumption
Ibias
-
310
-
mA
Gain control voltage
Vamp
-
1.2
-
V
Electrical Characteristics
Parameter
Symbol
Condition
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Lower frequency
f3dB, lower
-3 dB point
-
-
50
kHz
Upper frequency
f3dB, upper
-3 dB point
18
20
-
GHz
S21
Small signal, f < 15 GHz
28
30
-
dB
-
f < 15 GHz
-
-
±1.5
dB
Input return loss
S11
f < 10 GHz
-
-10
-
dB
Output return loss
S22
f < 20 GHz
-
-10
-
dB
Isolation
S12
f < 20 GHz
-
-60
-
dB
Output power 1dB
P1dB
2 GHz < f < 16 GHz
20
21
-
dBm
Saturated output power
Psat
2 GHz < f < 12 GHz
23
-
-
dBm
Output voltage
Vout
Linear
0
-
7
Maximum swing
0
-
9
Noise Figure
NF
f < 7 GHz & f > 18 GHz
5
-
7
7 GHz < f < 18 GHz
3
-
5
Harm
@P1dB, f < 5 GHz
-
-
-15
dBc
P
Small signal
-
3.6
5.2
W
Gain
Gain ripple
Harmonics
Power dissipation
Vpp
dB
Conditions: S paramters -30 dBm, Tamb = 25 °C, 50 W system
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are absolute stress ratings only. Functional
operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in excess of those given in the operational sections of the data sheet. Exposure
to absolute maximum ratings for extended periods can adversely affect device reliability.
Parameter
Symbol
Min
Max
Unit
RF input voltage
Vin
-
0.6
Vpp
Supply voltage
Vbias
0
13
V
DC current
Ibias
0
400
mA
Gain control voltage
Vamp
0
1.3
V
Power dissipation
Pdiss
-
5.2
W
Temperature of operation
Top
0
+40
W
Storage temperature
Tst
-10
+70
°C
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S21 and Group Delay Parameter Curves
S12 Parameter Curve
Conditions: Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 300 mA
Conditions: Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 300 mA
S21
S21 (dB)
30
25
20
15
Group delay
10
5
0
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
Frequency (GHz)
16
18
20
-10
-20
-30
S12 (dB)
35
1,2
1,1
1,0
0,9
0,8
0,7
0,6
0,5
0,4
0,3
0,2
0,1
0,0
Group Delay (ns)
40
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
-90
S22 Parameter Curve
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Frequency (GHz)
14
16
18
20
16
18
20
16
18
20
S11 Parameter Curve
Conditions: Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 300 mA
Conditions: Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 300 mA
0
-10
-2
-4
-15
-20
S11 (dB)
S22 (dB)
-6
-25
-8
-10
-12
-14
-16
-30
-18
-35
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Frequency (GHz)
14
16
18
-20
20
Saturated Output Power Curve
4
6
8
10
12
Frequency (GHz)
14
Conditions: Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 300 mA
24
9
8
23
7
22
Noise figure (dB)
P1dB (dBm)
2
Noise Figure Curve
Conditions: Vbias = 12 V, Vamp = 1.2 V, Ibias = 300 mA
21
20
19
18
0
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
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Electrical Schematic Diagram
Mechanical Diagram and Pinout
All measurements in mm
11
6.45
25.6
n2.3(x4)
17
9.9
26.5
54
50.4
3x5.08
4.5
6
48.3
4.75
The heatsinking of the module is necessary. It’s user responsability to use an adequate heatsink. Refer to page 5 for iXBlue recommended
heatsink.
PIN
Function
Operational Notes
IN
RF In
K-connector female
OUT
RF Out
Vbias
Power supply voltage
Vamp
Output voltage amplitude adjustment
01
K-connector male
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Photline Driver
Mechanical Diagram and Pinout with HS-MO2 Heatsink
All measurements in mm
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