CML Micro DE9941A Evaluation Kit

CML Micro DE9941A Evaluation Kit is designed as a small demonstration platform for the CMX994E Direct Conversion Receiver, the CMX998 Cartesian Loop Transmitter, and the CMX7364 Multi-mode High Performance Wireless Data Modem. The compact nature of the CML IC solutions allows the DE9941A Evaluation Kit to have a small form factor.

The DE9941A can be used to demonstrate Tx and Rx performance with multi-level QAM, FSK, and GMSK type modulation. A full transceiver can be demonstrated using a Function Image™ and control scripts, combined with the on-board ARM host controller. This combination also allows the user the ability to program the RF synthesizer to the correct operating frequencies.

CML Microcircuits DE9941A Evaluation Kit offers a Fractional-N PLL and VCO to provide local oscillator signals for the CMX994E and CMX998. Additional features on the DE9941A Evaluation Kit include a 1W power amplifier, harmonic filter, and Tx/Rx switch. The RF performance is designed to be compliant with EN 302 561/EN 300 113 and all the circuits are enabled with power-down capability to allow standby functionality.

The DE9941A Evaluation Kit design is aimed to be cost-effective, with a minimum number of component types/values.

Features

  • Demonstration of SDR wireless data modem supporting multiple bit rates and modulation schemes
  • Direct conversion receiver (CMX994E) and cartesian feedback loop transmitter (CMX998)
  • 1W Transmitter operation
  • Designed to meet EN 302 561/EN 300 113
  • Provides a demonstration platform for the CMX7364 multi-mode high performance wireless data modem
  • On-board PLL and VCO for 350 to 400MHz operation
  • On-board STM32 ARM microcontroller and script handler + USB interface
  • Small size – 87mm x 55mm

Required Equipment

  • Power supply
  • Spectrum analyser
  • RF Signal generator
  • Oscilloscope
  • Personal computer + USB interface

Overview

CML Micro DE9941A Evaluation Kit

Block Diagram

Block Diagram - CML Micro DE9941A Evaluation Kit

Typical Evaluation Connections

Application Circuit Diagram - CML Micro DE9941A Evaluation Kit

CML Micro DE9941A Evaluation Kit