GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The AD8340 vector modulator performs arbitrary amplitude and phase modulation of an RF signal. Because the RF signal path is linear, the original modulation is preserved. This part can be used as a general-purpose RF modulator, a variable attenuator/phase shifter, or a remodulator. The amplitude can be controlled from a maximum of −2 dB to less than −32 dB, and the phase can be shifted continuously over the entire 360° range. For maximum gain, the AD8340 delivers an OP1dB of 11 dBm, an OIP3 of 24 dBm, and an output noise floor of −149 dBm/Hz, independent of phase. It operates over a frequency range of 700 MHz to 1.0 GHz.

FEATURES
Cartesian amplitude and phase modulation
700 MHz to 1.0 GHz frequency range
Continuous magnitude control of −2 dB to −32 dB
Continuous phase control of 0° to 360°
Output third-order intercept 24 dBm
Output 1 dB compression point 11 dBm
Output noise floor −149 dBm/Hz at full gain
Adjustable modulation bandwidth up to 230 MHz
Fast output power disable
4.75 V to 5.25 V single-supply voltage

APPLICATIONS
RF PA linearization/RF predistortion
Amplitude and phase modulation
Variable attenuators and phase shifters
CDMA2000, GSM/EDGE linear power amplifiers
Smart antennas