MAX2121 Datasheet (Maxim Integrated) - Complete Direct-Conversion L-Band Tuner

MAX2121, Complete Direct-Conversion L-Band Tuner

The MAX2121 low-cost, direct-conversion tuner IC is designed for satellite set-top and VSAT applications.

The device directly converts the satellite signals from the LNB to baseband using a broadband I/Q downconverter.

The operating frequency range extends from 925MHz to 2175MHz.

The device includes

MAX2121 Features

* a VCO autoselect (VAS) function that automatically selects the proper VCO. For multituner applications, the device can be configured to have one of two 2-wire interface addresses. A low-power standby mode is available whereupon the signal path is shut down while leaving the reference oscillator, dig