HMC399MS8 / 399MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
Typical Applications
Features
High Dynamic Range Infrastructure:
+35 dBm Input IP3
• GSM, GPRS & EDGE
Conversion Loss: 8.5 dB
• CDMA & W-CDMA
Low External Part Count
• Cable Modem Termination Systems
Ultra Small MSOP8 Package: 14.8 mm2
Included in the HMC-DK003 Designer’s Kit
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General Description
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The HMC399MS8(E) is a high dynamic range
passive MMIC mixer in plastic surface mount 8 lead
Mini Small Outline Package (MSOP) covering 700
to 1000 MHz. Excellent input IP3 performance of
+35 dBm for down conversion and +32 dBm for
up conversion is provided for 2.5G & 3G GSM/
CDMA based cellular applications at an LO drive
of +17 dBm. With a 1 dB compression of +23 dBm,
the RF port will accept a wide range of input signal
levels. Conversion loss is 8.5 dB typical and LO
isolations are maintained at 23 to 35 dB. This
miniature single-ended monolithic GaAs FET mixer
requires only one external inductor to optimize the
LO frequency response. The 50 to 250 MHz IF
frequency response will satisfy many cellular
transmit or receive frequency plans. The
HMC399MS8(E) input IP3 performance coupled
with its high P1dB rivals traditional active FET mixers
while offering a much smaller 14.8mm2 standard IC
footprint and no DC bias.
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Functional Diagram
Electrical Specifi cations, TA = +25°C, LO = +17 dBm, IF = 200 MHz [1]
Parameter
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
Frequency Range, RF
740 - 800
800 - 900
880 - 960
MHz
Frequency Range, LO [2]
540 - 740
550 - 840
630 - 900
MHz
Frequency Range, IF
DC - 200
DC - 250
DC - 250
MHz
Conversion Loss
9
10
8.5
9.5
8
10
dB
Noise Figure (SSB)
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10
8.5
9.5
8
10
dB
LO to RF Isolation
19
23
20
24
21
25
dB
LO to IF Isolation
22
27
26
31
29
35
dB
IP3 (Input)
30
34
31
35
30
34
dBm
1 dB Gain Compression (Input)
20
24
19
23
18
22
dBm
+16 to +18
dBm
LO Input Drive Level (Typical)
+16 to +18
+16 to +18
[1] Unless otherwise noted, all measurements performed as a downconverter with low side LO & IF = 200 MHz
[2] LO Frequency optimized. See application circuit herein.
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license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
Conversion Gain vs.
Temperature @ LO = +17 dBm
Isolation @ LO = +17 dBm
0
-10
+ 25C
+ 85C
- 40C
-15
RF TO IF
LO TO RF
LO TO IF
-50
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
0.7
1
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
1
0.9
1
0.95
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0.7
Return Loss @ LO = +17 dBm*
Conversion Gain vs. LO Drive
0
0
-5
-10
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CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
9
-30
-40
-20
LO =+15dBm
LO = +16dBm
LO = +17dBm
LO = +19dBm
-15
-20
0.7
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
-5
-10
LO
RF
-15
1
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
Upconverter Conversion Gain
@ LO = +17 dBm
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If Bandwidth @ LO = +17 dBm
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0
40
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
-5
RESPONSE (dB)
-20
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ISOLATION (dB)
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
0
-10
-15
35
30
+ 15dBm
+ 16dBm
+ 17dBm
+ 19 dBm
25
CONVERSION GAIN
RETURN LOSS
-20
20
50
100
150
200 250 300 350
IF FREQUENCY (MHz)
400
450
500
0.7
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
Input IP3 vs.
IF Frequency, RF = 850 MHz
Input IP3 vs.
Temperature @ LO = +17 dBm
45
45
LO = +15dBm
LO = +16dBm
LO = +17dBm
LO = +19dBm
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
40
35
+ 25C
+ 85C
- 40C
20
75
100
125 150 175 200 225
IF FREQUENCY (MHz)
250
275
300
0.7
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
1
0.95
1
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50
Input IP3 vs.
IF Frequency, RF = 950 MHz
Input IP3 vs. LO Drive
45
45
LO = +15dBm
LO = +16dBm
LO = +17dBm
LO = +19dBm
35
30
25
20
50
40
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40
75
100
125 150 175 200 225
IF FREQUENCY (MHz)
250
275
LO = +15dBm
LO = +16dBm
LO = +17dBm
LO = +19dBm
0.7
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
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Upconverter Input IP3 vs. LO Drive
45
40
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
25
20
+25C
+85C
-40C
35
30
+ 15dBm
+ 16dBm
+ 17dBm
+ 19 dBm
25
10
0.7
30
20
30
15
35
25
300
Input P1dB vs.
Temperature @ LO = +17 dBm
INPUT P1dB (dBm)
30
25
20
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
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25
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INPUT IP3 (dBm)
9
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
40
20
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
1
0.7
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
1
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and to placeCorporation:
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: Phone:
978-250-3343
978-250-3373
781-329-4700Fax:
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
Input IP2 vs. LO Drive
45
45
40
40
35
+ 25C
+ 85C
- 40C
25
20
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
MxN Spurious Outputs
nLO
0
1
2
3
0
xx
-9
17
2
3
4
3
0
17
0.75
0.8
0.85
0.9
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0.95
1
28
62
nLO Spur @ RF Port
4
LO Freq (GHz)
1
2
3
4
23
0.4
34
54
38
45
26
0.5
30
39
35
47
0.6
26
35
33
54
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2
0.7
Harmonics of LO
mRF
1
1
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0.7
LO = +15dBm
LO = +16dBm
LO = +17dBm
LO = +19dBm
25
20
9
30
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30
35
69
75
57
65
80
71
82
69
80
0.7
24
37
36
47
81
81
81
80
80
0.8
23
33
42
50
0.9
25
31
46
43
LO = +17 dBm
All values are in dBc below input LO level @ RF port.
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RF Freq = 0.801 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO Freq = 0.601 GHz @ +17 dBm
All values in dBc relative to the IF power level.
MIXERS - HIGH IP3 - SMT
INPUT IP2 (dBm)
INPUT IP2 (dBm)
Input IP2 vs.
Temperature @ LO = +17 dBm
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: Phone:
978-250-3343
978-250-3373
781-329-4700Fax:
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
+25 dBm
LO Drive
+27 dBm
Storage Temperature
-65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature
-40 to +85 °C
IF DC Current
±40 mA
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
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NOTES:
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1. LEADFRAME MATERIAL: COPPER ALLOY
2. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
3. DIMENSION DOES NOT INCLUDE MOLDFLASH OF 0.15mm PER SIDE.
4. DIMENSION DOES NOT INCLUDE MOLDFLASH OF 0.25mm PER SIDE.
5. ALL GROUND LEADS MUST BE SOLDERED TO PCB RF GROUND.
Package Information
Part Number
Package Body Material
Lead Finish
MSL Rating
HMC399MS8
Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic
Sn/Pb Solder
MSL1
HMC399MS8E
RoHS-compliant Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic
100% matte Sn
MSL1
Package Marking [3]
[1]
H399
XXXX
[2]
H399
XXXX
[1] Max peak reflow temperature of 235 °C
[2] Max peak reflow temperature of 260 °C
[3] 4-Digit lot number XXXX
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978-250-3343
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• Order
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Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
Pin Descriptions
Description
Interface Schematic
1
LO
This pin is AC coupled & matched to 50 Ohms
when an external inductor (L1) is connected in series with
the LO. Choose value of L1 to optimize LO frequency
response.
2, 4
N/C
Not connected.
3, 6, 7
GND
This pin must be connected to RF ground.
5
IF
This pin is DC coupled. For applications not requiring
operation to DC this port should be DC blocked externally
using a series capacitor. Choose value of C1 to pass IF
frequency desired. For operation to DC, this pin must not
sink/source more than 40 mA of current or failure may
result.
8
RF
This pin is DC coupled & matched to 50 Ohms
from 700 - 1000 MHz
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HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
Evaluation PCB
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List of Materials for Evaluation PCB 106334 [1]
Item
Description
J1 - J3
PCB Mount SMA RF Connector
C1
4 pF Capacitor, 0603 Pkg.
L1
24 nH Chip Inductor, 0805 Pkg
U1
HMC399MS8 / HMC399MS8E Mixer
PCB [2]
106307 Eval Board
[1] Reference this number when ordering complete evaluation PCB
[2] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350
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The circuit board used in the final application should
use RF circuit design techniques. Signal lines should
have 50 ohm impedance while the package ground
leads should be connected directly to the ground
plane similar to that shown. A sufficient number of
via holes should be used to connect the top and
bottom ground planes. The evaluation circuit board
shown is available from Hittite upon request.
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20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: Phone:
978-250-3343
978-250-3373
781-329-4700Fax:
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
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license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC399MS8 / 339MS8E
v04.1208
HIGH IP3 GaAs MMIC
MIXER, 700 - 1000 MHz
LO Frequency (MHz)
250
600
170
700
100
800
70
850
L1 (nH)
C1 pF
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Choose value of L1 to optimize LO Frequency response. For best results use an 0805 size RF inductor or smaller.
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Selection of L1 for Optimal LO Frequency ±10%
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Application Circuit
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Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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