AD8260
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features .............................................................................................. 1
Applications....................................................................................... 1
Functional Block Diagram .............................................................. 1
General Description ......................................................................... 1
Revision History ............................................................................... 2
Specifications..................................................................................... 3
Absolute Maximum Ratings............................................................ 6
ESD Caution.................................................................................. 6
Pin Configuration and Function Descriptions............................. 7
Typical Performance Characteristics ............................................. 8
Test Circuits..................................................................................... 16
Theory of Operation ...................................................................... 20
Overview...................................................................................... 20
High Current Driver Amplifier ................................................ 21
Precautions to Be Observed During Half-Duplex
Operation..................................................................................... 22
REVISION HISTORY
5/08—Revision 0: Initial Version
VMID Buffer............................................................................... 22
Preamplifier................................................................................. 22
Preamplifier Noise...................................................................... 22
DGA ............................................................................................. 23
Gain Control ............................................................................... 23
Output Stage................................................................................ 23
Attenuator.................................................................................... 23
Single-Supply Operation and AC Coupling ........................... 24
Power-Up/Power-Down Sequence .......................................... 24
Logic Interfaces........................................................................... 24
Applications Information .............................................................. 25
Evaluation Board ............................................................................ 26
Connecting the Evaluation Board............................................ 27
Outline Dimensions ....................................................................... 32
Ordering Guide .......................................................................... 32
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