Product category:
Communications ICs (Wireless)
News Release from: Anadigics | Subject: ARA2017
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 26 June 2008
Amplifier supports faster Docsis
datarates
Device supports high linear power levels, which enable channel bonding and thus higher datarates in the cable system upstream (return) path.
Anadigics has released the first programmable gain amplifier optimised for Docsis 3.0 cable modem and E-MTA applications This new device supports high linear power levels, which enable channel bonding and thus higher datarates in the cable system upstream (return) path
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 14 May 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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"Anadigics is always proud to announce an industry first", reports Ron Michels, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Anadigics' Broadband Business.
"The ARA2017 is an example of our firm commitment to developing products ahead of the technology curve, and its performance allows cable system operators to provide higher two-way datarates and enhanced service offerings to their customers".
The ARA2017 is integral to the performance of Docsis 3.0 terminal products, and is used by multiple vendors in cable modems that were certified for Docsis 3.0 usage, based on recent testing at CableLabs.
Operating in the 5-85MHz frequency range, the ARA2017 supports Docsis 3.0-specified signal levels of +64dBmV while minimising harmonic distortion and output noise levels.
At minimum attenuation, the ARA2017 has 33dB of RF gain.
An integrated, digitally controlled, multistage precision step attenuator provides up to 58dB of attenuation in 2dB increments.
Requiring a single 5V supply, the device is offered in a 28-pin 5 x 5 x 1mm QFN package.
The ARA2017 is available now at a price of US $3.60 in quantities of 5000 units.
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