Converter suits communications and amplifier linearization.

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Suited for test and measurement instrumentation, software-defined radio, and radar/imaging systems, Model ADS5463 offers 64.5 dBFS SNR up to 500 MHz input frequency at 500 MSa/sec. Monolithic, 12-bit, 14 x 14 mm ADC includes reference generator and LVDS outputs with half-clock rate, data-ready signal to simplify designs. Based on BiCom3 process technology, unit offers 84 dBc SFDR, 10.5 ENOB, and 2 GHz input bandwidth and is available in 80-pin TQFP PowerPAD(TM) package.



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TI Introduces Highest-Performance, Smallest 12-bit, 500 MSPS ADC



DALLAS (Nov. 28, 2006) - Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced a monolithic 12-bit, 500 MSPS (mega samples per second) analog-to-digital converter (ADC) providing unmatched size and performance. The new pipeline ADC offers 64.5 dBFS signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) up to 500 MHz input frequency at 500 MSPS, bringing a new class of performance to customers previously confined to 8- and 10-bits of resolution. In a space-saving 14 mm x 14 mm package, the new ADC meets the resolution and speed requirements of applications such as communications, amplifier linearization, test and measurement instrumentation, software-defined radio and radar and imaging systems. (www.ti.com/sc06210)

Manufactured in TI's proprietary BiCom3 process technology optimized for high speed and low noise, the ADS5463 provides 84 dBc SFDR, 10.5 ENOB and an input bandwidth of 2 GHz while only consuming 2.25 watts of power. The ADC includes an internal reference generator and LVDS outputs with a half-clock rate, data-ready signal to simplify designs. In addition, the ADS5463 is a pin-compatible family member to TI's 13-bit, 250/210 MSPS ADS5444/ADS5440 and provides increased benefits to the system such as the following:

o Improved power amplifier linearization for digital pre-distortion (DPD) solutions

o Enhanced resolution for radar and advanced imaging

o Implementation of more standards in software-defined radios

o Direct IF sampling or elimination of an IF stage in multi-carrier receivers

o Advanced system performance for test and measurement

TI provides customers a state-of-the-art signal chain to complement the ADS5463 including high-speed amplifiers (THS4304, THS4509, THS4511, THS9000/9001), high-speed digital-to-analog converters (DAC5687) and a clock synchronizer and jitter cleaner (CDCM7005). The ADS5463 is also optimized to work with TI's TMS320(TM) high-performance DSP platforms.

Availability and Packaging

The ADS5463 is now available in an 80-pin TQFP PowerPAD(TM) package (14 mm x 14mm) and is priced at $125.00 in 1,000-piece quantities for industrial temperature. Military temperature range, enhanced plastic and space-qualified versions are also available from TI. Samples and evaluation modules (EVMs) are available from www.ti.com.

TI offers analog engineers a wide-ranging support infrastructure that includes training and seminars, design tools and utilities, technical documentation, evaluation modules, an online KnowledgeBase, a product information hotline and a comprehensive offering of samples that ship within 24 hours of request. For more information on TI's complete analog design support, and to download the latest Amplifier and Data Converter Selection Guide, visit ti.com/dataconverter.

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated provides innovative DSP and analog technologies to meet our customers' real world signal processing requirements. In addition to Semiconductor, the company includes the Educational & Productivity Solutions business. TI is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and has manufacturing, design or sales operations in more than 25 countries.

Texas Instruments is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TXN. More information is located on the World Wide Web at www.ti.com.

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