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General Description The MAX4003 low-cost, low-power logarithmic amplifier is designed to detect the power levels of RF power amplifiers (PAs) operating from 100MHz to 2500MHz. A typical dynamic range of 45dB makes this logarithmic amplifier useful in a variety of wireless applications including cellular handset PA control, TSSI for wireless terminal devices, and other transmitter power measure- ments. This logarithmic amplifier provides much wider measurement range and superior accuracy than typical diode-based detectors. Excellent temperature stability is achieved over the full operating range of -40°C to +85°C. The MAX4003 logarithmic amplifier is a voltage-mea- suring device with a typical signal range of -58dBV to -13dBV. The input signal is internally AC-coupled by an on-chip 5pF capacitor in series with a 2kresistance. This highpass coupling, with a corner at 16MHz, sets the lowest operating frequency and allows the input signal source to be DC grounded. The MAX4003 also features a power-on delay, which holds the detector output (OUT) low for approximately 5μs to ensure glitchless controller output. The MAX4003 is available in an 8-bump chip-scale pack- age (UCSP™), an 8-pin μMAX package, and an 8-pin thin QFN package. The device consumes 5.9mA with a 3.0V supply and only 13μA when the device is in shutdown. Applications Cellular Handsets (TDMA, CDMA, GPRS, GSM) TSSI for Wireless Terminal Devices Transmitter Power Measurement and Control RSSI for Fiber Modules Features Complete RF Detector Frequency Range from 100MHz to 2500MHz Input Range of -58dBV to -13dBV (-45dBm to 0dBm into 50) Fast Response: 70ns in 10dB Steps Low-Current Consumption: 5.9mA at V CC = 3.0V 13μA (typ) Shutdown Current Available in 8-Bump UCSP or 8-Pin μMAX and Thin QFN Packages MAX4003 100MHz to 2500MHz, 45dB RF Detector in a UCSP ________________________________________________________________ Maxim Integrated Products 1 Ordering Information 10dB DET 10dB 10dB 10dB DET DET DET DET OFFSET COMP LOW- NOISE BANDGAP OUTPUT ENABLE DELAY GND g m + - 1X V-I RFIN V CC SHDN OUT CLPF MAX4003 Functional Diagram 19-2620; Rev 1; 3/03 For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com. PART TEMP RANGE PIN/BUMP- PACKAGE TOP MARK MAX4003EBL-T -40°C to +85°C 8 UCSP-8 ABV MAX4003EUA -40°C to +85°C 8 μMAX MAX4003ETA-T -40°C to +85°C 8 Thi n QFN-EP ADG Pin Configurations MAX4003 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 5 VCC OUT N.C. GND CLPF A 1 2 3 B C GND RFIN µMAX SHDN RFIN GND VCC CLPF VCC OUT GND SHDN MAX4003 UCSP TOP VIEW (BUMPS ON BOTTOM) TOP VIEW UCSP is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. Pin Configurations continued at end of data sheet. EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE

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Page 1: EVALUATION KIT 100MHz to 2500MHz, 45dB RF … Operating Characteristics (continued) (VCC = VSHDN = 3.0V, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = +25 C, unless otherwise noted.) MAX4003 100MHz to 2500MHz,

General DescriptionThe MAX4003 low-cost, low-power logarithmic amplifieris designed to detect the power levels of RF poweramplifiers (PAs) operating from 100MHz to 2500MHz. Atypical dynamic range of 45dB makes this logarithmicamplifier useful in a variety of wireless applicationsincluding cellular handset PA control, TSSI for wirelessterminal devices, and other transmitter power measure-ments. This logarithmic amplifier provides much widermeasurement range and superior accuracy than typicaldiode-based detectors. Excellent temperature stability isachieved over the full operating range of -40°C to +85°C.

The MAX4003 logarithmic amplifier is a voltage-mea-suring device with a typical signal range of -58dBV to -13dBV. The input signal is internally AC-coupled by anon-chip 5pF capacitor in series with a 2kΩ resistance.This highpass coupling, with a corner at 16MHz, setsthe lowest operating frequency and allows the inputsignal source to be DC grounded. The MAX4003 alsofeatures a power-on delay, which holds the detectoroutput (OUT) low for approximately 5µs to ensureglitchless controller output.

The MAX4003 is available in an 8-bump chip-scale pack-age (UCSP™), an 8-pin µMAX package, and an 8-pin thinQFN package. The device consumes 5.9mA with a 3.0Vsupply and only 13µA when the device is in shutdown.

ApplicationsCellular Handsets (TDMA, CDMA, GPRS, GSM)

TSSI for Wireless Terminal Devices

Transmitter Power Measurement and Control

RSSI for Fiber Modules

Features♦ Complete RF Detector

♦ Frequency Range from 100MHz to 2500MHz

♦ Input Range of -58dBV to -13dBV (-45dBm to 0dBm into 50Ω)

♦ Fast Response: 70ns in 10dB Steps

♦ Low-Current Consumption: 5.9mA at VCC = 3.0V

♦ 13µA (typ) Shutdown Current

♦ Available in 8-Bump UCSP or 8-Pin µMAX andThin QFN Packages

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Ordering Information

10dB

DET

10dB 10dB10dB

DET DET DETDET

OFFSETCOMP

LOW-NOISE

BANDGAP

OUTPUTENABLEDELAY

GND

gm

+

-1X

V-I

RFIN

VCC

SHDN

OUT

CLPF

MAX4003

Functional Diagram

19-2620; Rev 1; 3/03

For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.

PART TEMP RANGEPIN/BUMP-PACKAGE

TOPMARK

MAX4003EBL-T -40°C to +85°C 8 UCSP-8 ABV

MAX4003EUA -40°C to +85°C 8 µMAX —

MAX4003ETA-T -40°C to +85°C 8 Thi n QFN - E P ADG

Pin Configurations

MAX4003

1

2

3

4

8

7

6

5

VCC

OUT

N.C.

GNDCLPF

A

1 2 3

B

C

GND

RFIN

µMAX

SHDN

RFIN GND

VCC CLPF

VCC OUT GND

SHDN

MAX4003

UCSP

TOP VIEW(BUMPS ON BOTTOM)

TOP VIEW

UCSP is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. Pin Configurations continued at end of data sheet.

EVALUATION KIT

AVAILABLE

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ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

Stresses beyond those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functionaloperation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure toabsolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.

VCC to GND.........................................................-0.3V to +5.25VSHDN, CLPF to GND..................................-0.3V to (VCC + 0.3V)RFIN..................................................................................+6dBmOUT Short Circuit to GND.......................................................10sContinuous Power Dissipation (TA = +70°C)

8-Bump UCSP (derate 4.7mW/°C above +70°C).........379mW

8-Pin µMAX (derate 4.5mW/°C above +70°C) .............362mW8-Pin Thin QFN (derate 24.4mW/°C above +70°C) ...1951mW

Operating Temperature Range ...........................-40°C to +85°CJunction Temperature ......................................................+150°CStorage Temperature Range .............................-65°C to +150°CLead Temperature (soldering, 10s) .................................+300°C

DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS(VCC = 3.0V, VSHDN = VCC, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = -40°C to +85°C. Typical values are at TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.) (Note 1)

PARAMETER SYMBOL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

Supply Voltage VCC 2.7 5.0 V

V SHDN = 1.8V 5.9 10 mASupply Current ICC VCC = 5.0V

V SHDN = 0.8V 13 30 µA

V SHDN = 3.0V 5 20Shutdown Input Current I SHDN

V SHDN = 0V -0.01 ±5µA

Logic High Threshold Voltage VIH 1.8 V

Logic Low Threshold Voltage VIL 0.8 V

DETECTOR OUTPUT

RFIN = 0dBm 1.45Voltage Range VOUT

RFIN = -45dBm 0.36V

Output Voltage in Shutdown VOUT V SHDN = 0V 1 mV

Output-Referred Noise fo =150kHz 8 nV/√Hz

Small-Signal Bandwidth BW CCLPF = 150pF 8 MHz

Slew Rate VOUT = 0.36V to 1.45V, CCLPF = 150pF 5 V/µs

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Note 1: All devices are 100% production tested at TA = +25°C and are guaranteed by design for TA = -40°C to +85°C as specified.All production AC tests are done at 100MHz.

Note 2: Typical minimum and maximum range of the detector.

AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS(VCC = 3.0V, VSHDN = VCC, CCLPF = 0.1µF, fRF = 100MHz to 2500MHz, TA = -40°C to +85°C. Typical values are at TA = +25°C,unless otherwise noted.) (Note 1)

PARAMETER SYMBOL CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS

RF Input Frequency Range fRF 100 2500 MHz

RF Input Voltage Range VRF (Note 2) -58 -13 dBV

Equivalent RF Input Power Range PRF With 50Ω termination (Note 2) -45 0 dBm

fRF = 100MHz, TA = +25°C 22.8 25.5 28.2

fRF = 100MHz 22.5 28.5

fRF = 900MHz 25.0Logarithmic Slope

fRF = 1900MHz 29.0

mV/dB

fRF = 100MHz, TA = +25°C -62.3 -57 -51.7

fRF = 100MHz -64 -50

fRF = 900MHz -57Logarithmic Intercept PX

fRF = 1900MHz -56

dBm

RIN 2 kΩRFIN Input Impedance

CIN 0.5 pF

OUTPUT VOLTAGEvs. INPUT POWER (µMAX)

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INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

0-10-50 -40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2-60 10

2.5GHz

1.9GHz

0.9GHz

0.1GHz

OUTPUT VOLTAGEvs. INPUT POWER (UCSP)

MAX

4003

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2

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

0-10-30 -20-40-500.2

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

-60 10

2.5GHz

1.9GHz

0.9GHz

0.1GHz

LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER (µMAX)

MAX

4003

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3

INPUT POWER (dBm)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

2.5GHz

1.9GHz

0.9GHz 0.1GHz

Typical Operating Characteristics(VCC = VSHDN = 3.0V, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)

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Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)(VCC = VSHDN = 3.0V, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)

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LOG CONFORMANCE vs. INPUT POWER (UCSP)

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INPUT POWER (dBm)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

2.5GHz

0.9GHz

0.1GHz1.9GHz

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 0.1GHz (µMAX)

MAX4003 toc05

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

ERRO

R (d

B)

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 0.1GHz (UCSP)

MAX4003 toc06

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

ERRO

R (d

B)

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 0.9GHz (µMAX)

MAX4003 toc07

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 0.9GHz (UCSP)

MAX4003 toc08

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

ERRO

R (d

B)

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 1.9GHz (µMAX)

MAX4003 toc09

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 1.9GHz (UCSP)

MAX4003 toc10

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 2.5GHz (µMAX)

MAX4003 toc11

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

VOUT AND LOG CONFORMANCEvs. INPUT POWER AT 2.5GHz (UCSP)

MAX4003 toc12

INPUT POWER (dBm)

V OUT

(V)

ERRO

R (d

B)

0-10-40 -30 -20

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

0.2

-3

-2

-1

0

1

2

3

4

-4-50 10

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

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Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)(VCC = VSHDN = 3.0V, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)

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LOG SLOPE vs. FREQUENCY (µMAX)

MAX

4003

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FREQUENCY (GHz)

LOG

SLOP

E (m

V/dB

)

2.01.51.00.5

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

240 2.5

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

TA = +85°C

LOG SLOPE vs. FREQUENCY (UCSP)

MAX

4003

toc1

4

FREQUENCY (GHz)

LOG

SLOP

E (m

V/dB

)

2.01.51.00.5

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

240 2.5

TA = +25°C

TA = +85°C

TA = -40°C

LOG SLOPE vs. SUPPLY VOLTAGE (µMAX)

MAX

4003

toc1

5

VCC (V)

LOG

SLOP

E (m

V/dB

)

5.04.53.0 3.5 4.0

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

242.5 5.5

2.5GHz

1.9GHz

0.9GHz

0.1GHz

LOG

SLOP

E (m

V/dB

)

LOG SLOPE vs. SUPPLY VOLTAGE (UCSP)

5.04.54.03.53.02.5 5.5

MAX

4003

toc1

6

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

24

VCC (V)

0.9GHz

2.5GHz

1.9GHz

0.1GHz

LOG INTERCEPT vs. FREQUENCY (µMAX)M

AX40

03 to

c17

FREQUENCY (GHz)

LOG

INTE

RCEP

T (d

Bm)

2.01.51.00.5

-58

-57

-56

-55

-54

-53

-52

-51

-50

-590 2.5

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

TA = +85°C

LOG

INTE

RCEP

T (d

Bm)

-60

-59

-58

-57

-56

-55

-61

LOG INTERCEPT vs. FREQUENCY (UCSP)

2.01.51.00.50 2.5

MAX

4003

toc1

8

FREQUENCY (GHz)

TA = +85°C

TA = +25°C

TA = -40°C

LOG INTERCEPTvs. SUPPLY VOLTAGE (µMAX)

MAX

4003

toc1

9

VCC (V)

LOG

INTE

RCEP

T (d

Bm)

5.04.54.03.53.0

-59

-58

-57

-56

-55

-54

-53

-52

-51

-50

-49

-602.5 5.5

2.5GHz

1.9GHz

0.9GHz

0.1GHz

5.04.54.03.53.02.5 5.5

MAX

4003

toc2

0

-60

-59

-58

-57

-56

-55

-61

VCC (V)

LOG

INTE

RCEP

T (d

Bm)

LOG INTERCEPTvs. SUPPLY VOLTAGE (UCSP)

1.9GHz

2.5GHz

0.1GHz

0.9GHz

RFIN INPUT IMPEDANCEvs. FREQUENCY (µMAX)

MAX4003 toc21

FREQUENCY (GHz)

RESI

STAN

CE (Ω

)

REAC

TANC

E (Ω

)

2.01.51.00.5

500

1000

1500

R

X2000

2500

0

-400

-300

-200

-100

0

-500

-600

-700

-8000 2.5

FREQUENCY (GHz) R JXΩ0.1 2100 -7940.9 500 -911.9 52 -352.5 27 -366

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OUTPUT NOISE SPECTRAL DENSITY

MAX

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FREQUENCY (Hz)

NOIS

E SP

ECTR

AL D

ENSI

TY (n

V/√H

z)

1k 10k 100k 1M

10

1100 10M

98765

4

3

2

MAXIMUM OUTPUT VOLTAGE vs. SUPPLY VOLTAGE

MAX

4000

3 to

c27

VCC (V)

V OUT

(V)

5.04.53.0 3.5 4.0

1.54

1.56

1.58

1.60

1.62

1.64

1.66

1.68

1.522.5 5.5

fRF = 900MHz, PRFIN = +5dBmILOAD = 0mA, 5mA, 10mA

RFIN INPUT IMPEDANCEvs. FREQUENCY (UCSP)

MAX4003 toc22

FREQUENCY (GHz)

RESI

STAN

CE (Ω

)

REAC

TANC

E (Ω

)

2.01.51.00.5

500

1000

1500

R

X2000

2500

0

-400

-300

-200

-100

0

-500

-600

-700

-8000 2.5

FREQUENCY (GHz) R JXΩ0.1 1916 -8390.9 909 -1251.9 228 -482.5 102 -29

SUPPLY CURRENT vs. SHUTDOWN VOLTAGE

MAX

4003

toc2

3

VSHDN (V)

SUPP

LY C

URRE

NT (m

A)1.81.61.41.21.00.80.60.40.2

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

-10 2.0

POWER-ON RESPONSE TIME

MAX

4003

toc2

4

2µs/div

VOUT 500mV/div

1.5V/divVSHDN

5µs

POWER-DOWN RESPONSE TIME

MAX

4003

toc2

5

2µs/div

VOUT 500mV/div

1.5V/divVSHDN

Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)(VCC = VSHDN = 3.0V, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)

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8

VCC (V)

V OUT

(V)

5.04.54.03.53.0

0.33

0.34

0.35

0.36

0.37

0.38

0.39

0.40

0.41

0.322.5 5.5

fRF = 900MHz, PRFIN = -50dBmILOAD = 0mA, 5mA, 10mA

SMALL-SIGNAL STEP RESPONSE(CCLPF = 150pF)

MAX

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toc2

9

1µs/div

550

500

450

400

V OUT

(mV)

350

300

250

fRF = 900MHz100mVP-P

SMALL-SIGNAL STEP RESPONSE(CCLPF = 1000pF)

MAX

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toc3

0

1µs/div

550

500

450

400

V OUT

(mV)

350

300

250

fRF = 900MHz100mVP-P

LARGE-SIGNAL STEP RESPONSE(CCLPF = 150pF)

MAX

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toc3

1

1µs/div

1600

1400

1200

1000

V OUT

(mV)

800

600

400

fRF = 900MHz1VP-P

LARGE-SIGNAL STEP RESPONSE(CCLPF = 1000pF)

MAX

4003

toc3

2

1µs/div

1600

1400

1200

1000

V OUT

(mV)

800

600

400

fRF = 900MHz1VP-P

10

0.1100 10,000 100,000

1

CCLPF (pF)

FREQ

UENC

Y (M

Hz)

1000

SMALL-SIGNAL BANDWIDTHvs. CCLPF

MAX

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toc3

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Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)(VCC = VSHDN = 3.0V, CCLPF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)

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Detailed DescriptionThe MAX4003 logarithmic amplifier comprises fourmain amplifier/limiter stages, each with a small-signalgain of 10dB. The output stage of each amplifier/limiterstage is applied to a full-wave rectifier (detector). Adetector stage also precedes the first stage. In total,five detectors, each separated by 10dB, comprise thelogarithmic amplifier strip (see Functional Diagram).

A portion of the PA output power is coupled into RFINof the logarithmic amplifier detector through a direction-al coupler, and is applied to the logarithmic amplifierstrip. Each detector stage generates a rectified current,and these currents are summed to form a logarithmicfunction. The detected output is applied to a high-gaintransconductance (gm) stage, which is buffered andthen applied to OUT. OUT is applied to an ADC typical-ly found in the baseband IC which, in turn, controls the

PA biasing with its DAC output (Figure 1).

In a control loop, the detector output voltage range isapproximately 0.36V for the minimum input signal, -45dBm, to 1.45V at the maximum input range, 0dBm.The logarithmic intercept of the detector output withrespect to the RF input can be obtained by drawing abest fit line of the Output Voltage vs. RF Input Powergraph. The logarithmic slope is defined as the changein the detector output vs. the change in RF input. TheMAX4003 slope at low frequencies is approximately25.5mV/dB. Variation in temperature and supply volt-age does not alter the slope significantly, as shown inthe Typical Operating Characteristics.

Applications InformationFilter Capacitor and Transient Response

In general, the choice of filter only partially determinesthe time-domain response of a PA detector loop.However, some simple conventions may be applied todiscuss transient response. A large filter capacitor,CCLPF, dominates time-domain response, but the loopbandwidth remains a factor of the PA gain-control range(see Typical Operating Characteristics). The bandwidthis maximized at power outputs near the center of thePA’s range and minimized at the low and high power lev-els, when the slope of the gain control curve is lowest.

A smaller valued CCLPF results in an increased-loopbandwidth inversely proportional to the capacitor value.Inherent phase lag in the PA’s control path, usuallycaused by parasitics at the OUT pin, ultimately resultsin the addition of complex poles in the AC loop equa-tion. To avoid this secondary effect, experimentallydetermine the lowest usable CCLPF for the power ampli-

VCC

OUT

N.C.

GNDCLPF

GND

RFINMAX4003

SHDN

VCC

XXPA

50Ω

50Ω

CCLPF

0.01µF

TRANSMITTER

DAC

ADC

BASEBANDIC

Figure 1. MAX4003 Typical Application Circuit

Pin DescriptionPIN

µMAX/Thin QFN

UCSPNAME DESCRIPTION

1 A1 RFIN RF Input. Requires off-chip 50Ω impedance match.

2 A2 SHDN Shutdown Input. A logic LOW on SHDN shuts down the entire IC.

3, 5 A3, C3 GND Ground. Connect to PC board ground plane.

4 B3 CLPFLowpass Filter Connection. Connect external capacitor between CLPF and GND to set thecontrol-loop bandwidth.

6 — N.C. No Connection. Leave this pin unconnected or connect to GND.

7 C2 OUT Detector Output. Connect this buffer output to baseband ADC.

8 B1, C1 VCCSupply Voltage. Bypass with capacitor as close to the pin as possible. The bypass capacitormust not share its ground vias with any other branches.

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fier of interest. This requires full consideration of theintricacies of the PA detector control function. Theworst-case condition, where the PA output is smallest(gain function is steepest), should be used because thePA control function is nonlinear. An additional zero canbe added to improve loop dynamics by placing a resis-tor in series with CCLPF.

Waveform ConsiderationsAlthough the input level of the MAX4003 is specified indBm, the logarithmic amplifier actually responds to rec-tified voltage signals rather than a true RMS power. It isimportant to realize that input signals with identical root-mean-square power but with unique waveforms resultin different logarithmic outputs.

Differing signal waveforms result in either an upward ordownward shift in the logarithmic intercept. However,the logarithmic slope remains the same.

Layout ConsiderationsAs with any RF circuit, the MAX4003 circuit layoutaffects performance. To ensure maximum power trans-fer between 50Ω sources and the MAX4003 input, suit-able matching networks should be implemented. TheVCC input should be bypassed as close as possible tothe device with multiple vias connecting the capacitorto the ground plane.

UCSP ReliabilityThe UCSP represents a unique package that greatlyreduces board space compared to other packages.UCSP reliability is integrally linked to the user’s assem-bly methods, circuit board material, and usage environ-ment. The user should closely review these areas whenconsidering use of a UCSP. This form factor may notperform equally to a packaged product through tradi-tional mechanical reliability tests. Performance throughoperating life test and moisture resistance remainsuncompromised as it is primarily determined by thewafer fabrication process. Mechanical stress perfor-mance is a greater consideration for a UCSP. UCSPsolder joint contact integrity must be considered sincethe package is attached through direct solder contactto the user’s PC board. Testing done to characterizethe UCSP reliability performance shows that it can per-form reliably through environmental stresses. Results ofenvironmental stress tests and additional usage dataand recommendations are detailed in the UCSP application note found on Maxim’s website,www.maxim-ic.com.

Chip InformationTRANSISTOR COUNT: 358

Pin Configurations (continued)

THIN QFN

TOP VIEW

MAX4003 N.C.

GND

8

7

VCC

OUT

6

5CLPF

1

2SHDN

GND

RFIN

3

4

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Package Information(The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the latest package outline information,go to www.maxim-ic.com/packages.)

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PROPRIETARY INFORMATION

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Package Information (continued)(The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the latest package outline information,go to www.maxim-ic.com/packages.)

6, 8

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SYMBOL MIN. MAX.

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2.40 REF0.20±0.05- - - - 0.40 BSC1.70±0.10 2.30±0.1014T1433-1

1.50±0.10 MO229 / WEED-3

0.40 BSC - - - - 0.20±0.05 2.40 REFT1433-2 14 2.30±0.101.70±0.10

T633-2 6 1.50±0.10 2.30±0.10 0.95 BSC MO229 / WEEA 0.40±0.05 1.90 REF

T833-2 8 1.50±0.10 2.30±0.10 0.65 BSC MO229 / WEEC 0.30±0.05 1.95 REF

T833-3 8 1.50±0.10 2.30±0.10 0.65 BSC MO229 / WEEC 0.30±0.05 1.95 REF

2.30±0.10 MO229 / WEED-3 2.00 REF0.25±0.050.50 BSC1.50±0.1010T1033-2

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Package Information (continued)(The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the latest package outline information,go to www.maxim-ic.com/packages.)

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