Phase-Locked Oscillator
Deliver within 2 weeks! Fast Prototyping and Evaluating.
Wide Bandwidth, low Phase Noise
Why TMYTEK's Phase-locked Oscillator?
High Performance
Low phase noise and short settling time are are considered in our design to provide you the best performance and trustable oscillator source.
Fast Delivery
NO NRE. NO MOQ. 2 Weeks delivery for SMT Module and evaluation board!
Reusable
Multiple Frequencies (MF) Phase-Locked Oscillator (PLL Synthesizer) can provide up to 32 predefined selectable frequencies, which can help RF engineers to adapt the module into any design.
5G mmWave is here!
- 28 GHz LO sources are available now!
- Single Frequency (SF) outputs single and precise frequency as per your request.
- Multiple Frequency (MF) offers up to 32 preconfigured frequencies to be selected digitally.
Specifications
TMYTEK’s phase-locked oscillator (PLL Synthesizer) is a pre-configured source suitable for any RF front-end system. It features excellent phase noise performance, wideband coverage, and superior flexibility. Available in three packages: SMT Module, evaluation board, and connectorized module with reference clock from 10 to 250 MHz.
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| TV version | Port A | 1.925 GHz to 8 GHz / +2 to +8 dBm | 1.925 GHz to 8 GHz / +2 to +8 dBm | 16 GHz to 32 GHz / +8 to +10 dBm |
| Port B | 7.7 to 16 GHz / -1 to +5 dBm | 7.7 to 16 GHz / -1 to +5 dBm | ||
| JF Version | Port A | 180 MHz to 18 GHz / -4 to +8 dBm | 180 MHz to 18 GHz / -4 to +8 dBm | --- |
| Port B | 180 MHz to 18 GHz / -4 to +8 dBm | 180 MHz to 18 GHz / -4 to +8 dBm | ||
| Dimension (mm) | 25.4 x 25.4 x 5.5 | 43.9 x 65 | 103.5 x 85.1 x 26 | |
Performance
Applications
Use Case:Plasma Density Measurement by Phase Difference Calculation
Plasma density can be calculated by the phase difference of its microwave reflection characteristics. Microwave signal source plays a crucial role to an accurate measurement.
This experiment, called microwave interferometer, can be accomplished using TMYTEK's components, including a 28 GHz Signal Source (PLO), power splitter, amplifier, horn antenna, and BBoard.
The technology works by separating the 28 GHz signal from the PLO into two pathways. In the first path, the signal passes through a power splitter and an amplifier into the LO port of the IQ mixer. In the second path, the signal is routed to an RF port of the IQ mixer via the power splitter and amplifier after interacting with plasma. A horn antenna receives the reflected signal from the plasma and adjusts its phase using the BBoard. The corrected signals are then delivered into the IQ mixer, which calculates the phase difference between two 28 GHz signals.
This phase information enables the calculation of plasma density and characteristics, providing useful insights into plasma behavior for a variety of applications.
Use Case: Communication Link Budget Evaluation
The 5G mmWave Developer Kit stands as a versatile tool facilitating a wide range of research and development on 5G mmWave beamforming.
Adding to its capabilities, this kit proves invaluable for link budget evaluation—an essential process in understanding received power dynamics at the receiver. The link budget accounts for gains and losses across the communication chain, aiding engineers in system design based on target distances and receiver sensitivity.
Utilizing a stable and low phase noise 28 GHz signal source, the PLO plays a crucial role in supplying signals to the 5G FR2 beamformer. The CoCo antenna, receiving the 5G mmWave, allows for the monitoring of the transmitted power from the beamformer. This approach is designed to foster a robust understanding of beamforming theory and its practical application in 5G NR. TMYTEK offers a comprehensive developer kit, featuring all the essential RF front-end components for seamless integration.
Information & Documentation
FAQ
Band 1 at 6 GHz is -92.5 dBc/Hz@100 kHz offset.
Band 2 at 24 GHz is -89.2 dBc/Hz@100 kHz offset.
Band 3 at 32 GHz is -77.5 dBc/Hz@100 kHz offset.
Band 1 covers 1.925 to 16 GHz
Band 2 covers 16 to 32 GHz
Band 3 covers 32 to 45 GHz
Band 1 low band (1.925 GHz to 8 GHz): +2 to +8 dBm
Band 1 high band (7.7 to 16 GHz): -1 to +5 dBm
Band 2 (16 to 32 GHz): +10 to +15 dBm
Band 3 (32 to 45 GHz): +12 to +18 dBm