Digital TV Tuner suits terrestrial applications.
Press Release Summary:
Model MAX2136 supports reception of signals as large as 10 dBm while maintaining sensitivity of -99 dBm, and acheives low noise figure of 3.8 dB while consuming 210 mW. Unit operates from 3 V supply and draws 70 mA when receiving either ISDB-T 13-segment or DVB-T signals. Featuring lead-free 5 x 5 mm, 32-pin TQFN package, it includes on-chip tracking filters, low pass filters, and low-noise amplifiers. Product is specified over -40 to +85°C temperature range.
Original Press Release:
Low-Power Silicon Tuner Improves ISDB-T and DVB-T Signal Reception in Terrestrial TV Applications
Maxim extends its silicon tuner family with the MAX2136, a digital TV tuner that offers best-in-class noise figure (3.8dB) and power consumption (210mW).
SUNNYVALE, CA - Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX2136, a digital terrestrial television tuner for ISDB-T and DVB-T applications. Combining low power consumption with excellent performance, the device achieves a low noise figure of 3.8dB while only consuming 210mW. Additionally, the tuner supports the reception of signals as large as 10dBm while maintaining an excellent sensitivity of -99dBm. On-chip tracking filters, lowpass filters, and LNAs eliminate the need for expensive external components. Offering such an optimum balance between power and performance, the MAX2136 is ideal for automotive TV systems, consumer LCD TVs, and portable navigation devices.
The MAX2136 operates from a single 3V supply and draws 70mA (typ) when receiving ISDB-T 13-segment signals. Power consumption for DVB-T is the same as ISDB-T.
The MAX2136 is packaged in a lead-free, 5mm x 5mm, 32-pin TQFN, and is fully specified over the -40°C to +85°C extended temperature range. Pricing starts at $4.00 (1000-up, FOB USA). An evaluation kit is available to speed designs.
Maxim Integrated Products is a publicly traded company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance semiconductor products. The Company was founded over 25 years ago with the mission to deliver innovative analog and mixed-signal engineering solutions that add value to its customers' products. To date, it has developed over 6300 products serving the industrial, communications, consumer, and computing markets.
Maxim reported revenue in excess of $1.6 billion for fiscal 2009. A Fortune 1000 company, Maxim is included in the Nasdaq 100, the Russell 1000, and the MSCI USA indices. For more information, go to www.maxim-ic.com.
