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Communications ICs (Wireless)
News Release from: Freescale Semiconductor | Subject: MMM6015
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 25 January 2005
Power amplifier takes filters and
switches onboard
Handset manufacturers can now offer cost-effective, feature-rich phones to consumers in a short amount of time thanks to an advanced, front-end power amplifier module from Freescale Semiconductor.
Handset manufacturers can now offer cost-effective, feature-rich phones to consumers in a short amount of time thanks to an advanced, front-end power amplifier module from Freescale Semiconductor The MMM6015 power amplifier module reduces the amount of board space needed by more than 40% compared with the current generation
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 20 Mar 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The MMM6015 design innovation integrates the power amplification, power control, lowpass filtering and antenna switching functions while enhancing the battery life of the handset.
Targeted for a wide variety of next generation GSM/GPRS phones, the MMM6015 is a front-end power amplifier module for quad-, tri- and dual-band GSM handset applications across the 850, 900, 1800 and 1900MHz bands.
This module is designed to meet reduction requirements of hazardous materials in consumer electronics.
The MMM6015 eases factory constraints and reduces manufacturers' time to market due to the integration of the lowpass harmonic filters and transmit and receive switches in this small module (6 x 8mm footprint with a nominal height of 1.15mm).
The module's anti-saturation technology is engineered to prevent switching transients when the battery voltage sags from a low battery.
The module also incorporates low band current limiting to prevent battery collapse under extreme conditions.
Both features enhance available handset battery life.
"This module provides high reliability, quality and flexibility during the handset manufacturing process", stated Kent Heath, Director of Cellular Operations, Radio Products Division.
"Simultaneously, it shrinks board space for our customers and ultimately provides a very cost effective solution".
The MMM6015 can be incorporated into a cellular platform or designed in as a stand-alone component.
Samples are available now with production targeted for second quarter 2005.
The MMM6015 suggested resale price is $4.50 in 10,000-off quantities.
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