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MAX2870 Wideband PLL Frequency Synthesizer

Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated

The purpose of this presentation is to deliver a preliminary tutorial on PLL frequency synthesizers and introduce the MAX2870.  It is designed to help viewers understand where PLL frequency synthesizers are used in wireless communications systems, learn why the PLL synthesizer is important, review the MAX2870 features and benefits, explore some typical applications, and highlight the MAX2870 support tools for evaluation and design-in.

Eval Kit

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionFrequencyContentsAntenna TypeAvailable QuantityPriceView Details
EVAL KIT MAX2870MAX2870EVKIT#EVAL KIT MAX287023.5MHz ~ 6GHzBoard(s)-10 - Immediate
17 - Factory Stock		$1,308.92View Details
PTM Published on: 2014-02-13

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