LMX2486 [TI]

用于射频个人通信的 1GHz 至 4.5GHz Δ-Σ 低功耗双路 PLL;
LMX2486
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用于射频个人通信的 1GHz 至 4.5GHz Δ-Σ 低功耗双路 PLL

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LMX2486  
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LMX2486 1-GHz to 4.5-GHz High-Performance Delta-Sigma Low-Power Dual PLLatinum™  
Frequency Synthesizers With 3-GHz Integer PLL  
1
1 Features  
Quadruple Modulus Prescaler for Lower Divids  
3 Description  
The LMX2486 device is  
a
low-power, high  
RF PLL: 16/17/20/21 or 32/33/36/37  
IF PLL: 8/9 or 16/17  
performance delta-sigma fractional-N PLL with an  
auxiliary integer-N PLL. The device is fabricated  
using TI’s advanced process.  
Advanced Delta Sigma Fractional Compensation  
12-Bit or 22-Bit Selectable Fractional Modulus  
With delta-sigma architecture, fractional spurs at  
lower offset frequencies are pushed to higher  
frequencies outside the loop bandwidth. The ability to  
push close in spur and phase noise energy to higher  
frequencies is a direct function of the modulator  
order. Unlike analog compensation, the digital  
feedback technique used in the LMX2486 is highly  
resistant to changes in temperature and variations in  
wafer processing. The LMX2486 delta-sigma  
modulator is programmable up to fourth order, which  
allows the designer to select the optimum modulator  
order to fit the phase noise, spur, and lock time  
requirements of the system.  
Up to 4th Order Programmable Delta-Sigma  
Modulator  
Improved Lock Times and Programming  
Fastlock / Cycle Slip Reduction Which  
Requires Only a Single-Word Write  
Integrated Time-Out Counter  
Wide Operating Range  
LMX2486 RF PLL: 1.0 GHz to 4.5 GHz  
Useful Features  
Digital Lock Detect Output  
Hardware and Software Power-Down Control  
On-Chip Crystal Reference Frequency Doubler  
RF Phase Detector Frequency Up to 50 MHz  
2.5-V to 3.6-V Operation With ICC = 8.5 mA  
Serial data for programming the LMX2486 is  
transferred through a three-line, high-speed (20-MHz)  
MICROWIRE interface. The LMX2486 offers fine  
frequency resolution, low spurs, fast programming  
speed, and a single-word write to change the  
frequency. This makes it ideal for direct digital  
modulation applications, where the N-counter is  
directly modulated with information. The LMX2486 is  
available in a 24-lead 4.0 × 4.0 × 0.8 mm WQFN  
package.  
2 Applications  
Cellular Phones and Base Stations  
Direct Digital Modulation Applications  
Satellite and Cable TV Tuners  
WLAN Standards  
Device Information(1)  
PART NUMBER  
PACKAGE  
BODY SIZE (NOM)  
LMX2486  
WQFN (24)  
4.00 mm × 4.00 mm  
(1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at  
the end of the data sheet.  
Functional Block Diagram  
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An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications,  
intellectual property matters and other important disclaimers. PRODUCTION DATA.  
 
 
 
 
 
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Table of Contents  
8.3 Feature Description................................................. 19  
8.4 Device Functional Modes........................................ 24  
8.5 Programming........................................................... 25  
8.6 Register Maps......................................................... 27  
Application and Implementation ........................ 38  
9.1 Application Information............................................ 38  
9.2 Typical Application .................................................. 38  
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2
3
4
5
6
Features.................................................................. 1  
Applications ........................................................... 1  
Description ............................................................. 1  
Revision History..................................................... 2  
Pin Configuration and Functions......................... 3  
Specifications......................................................... 4  
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ...................................... 4  
6.2 ESD Ratings.............................................................. 4  
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions....................... 4  
6.4 Thermal Information.................................................. 4  
6.5 Electrical Characteristics........................................... 5  
6.6 Timing Requirements................................................ 7  
6.7 Typical Characteristics.............................................. 8  
Parameter Measurements Information .............. 14  
7.1 Bench Test Set-Ups................................................ 14  
Detailed Description ............................................ 19  
8.1 Overview ................................................................. 19  
8.2 Functional Block Diagram ....................................... 19  
9
10 Power Supply Recommendations ..................... 40  
11 Layout................................................................... 40  
11.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 40  
11.2 Layout Example .................................................... 40  
12 Device and Documentation Support ................. 41  
12.1 Community Resources.......................................... 41  
12.2 Trademarks........................................................... 41  
12.3 Electrostatic Discharge Caution............................ 41  
12.4 Glossary................................................................ 41  
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8
13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable  
Information ........................................................... 41  
4 Revision History  
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.  
Changes from Revision A (March 2013) to Revision B  
Page  
Added Pin Configuration and Functions section, ESD Ratings table, Feature Description section, Device Functional  
Modes, Application and Implementation section, Power Supply Recommendations section, Layout section, Device  
and Documentation Support section, and Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information section ............................... 1  
Changes from Original (March 2013) to Revision A  
Page  
Changed layout of National Data Sheet to TI format ........................................................................................................... 37  
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5 Pin Configuration and Functions  
RTW Package  
24-Pin WQFN  
Top View  
24 23 22 21 20 19  
CPoutRF  
1
18 OSCout  
17 VddIF2  
GND  
2
VddRF1  
3
CPoutIF  
GND  
16  
15  
Pin 0  
(Ground Substrate)  
FinRF  
FinRF*  
LE  
4
5
6
14 VddIF1  
FinIF  
13  
7
8
9
10 11 12  
Pin Functions  
PIN  
I/O  
DESCRIPTION  
NO.  
0
NAME  
GND  
O
I
Ground substrate; this is on the bottom of the package and must be grounded.  
RF PLL charge pump output  
1
CPoutRF  
GND  
2
RF PLL analog ground  
3
VddRF1  
FinRF  
RF PLL analog power supply  
4
RF PLL high-frequency input pin  
5
FinRF*  
I
RF PLL complementary high-frequency input pin; shunt to ground with a 100-pF capacitor.  
MICROWIRE Load Enable; high-impedance CMOS input. Data stored in the shift registers is loaded  
into the internal latches when LE goes HIGH.  
6
7
8
LE  
I
I
I
DATA  
CLK  
MICROWIRE Data; high-impedance binary serial data input.  
MICROWIRE Clock; high-impedance CMOS Clock input. Data for the various counters is clocked into  
the 24-bit shift register on the rising edge.  
9
VddRF2  
CE  
I
Power supply for RF PLL digital circuitry  
Chip Enable control pin; must be pulled high for normal operation.  
Power supply for RF PLL digital circuitry  
Test frequency output / Lock Detect  
IF PLL high-frequency input pin  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
VddRF5  
Ftest/LD  
FinIF  
I
O
I
VddIF1  
GND  
O
O
IF PLL analog power supply  
IF PLL digital ground  
CPoutIF  
VddIF2  
OSCout  
IF PLL charge pump output  
IF PLL power supply  
Buffered output of the OSCin signal  
Oscillator enable; when this is set to high, the OSCout pin is enabled regardless of the state of other  
pins or register bits.  
19  
ENOSC  
I
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
OSCin  
NC  
I
Reference input  
I
This pin must be left open.  
VddRF3  
FLoutRF  
VddRF4  
O
Power supply for RF PLL digital circuitry  
RF PLL fastlock output; also functions as programmable TRI-STATE CMOS output.  
RF PLL analog power supply  
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6 Specifications  
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings  
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)  
(1)  
MIN  
–0.3  
–0.3  
MAX  
4.25  
UNIT  
V
VCC  
VI  
Power supply voltage  
Voltage on any pin with GND = 0 V  
Lead temperature (solder 4 sec.)  
Storage temperature  
VCC + 0.3  
260  
V
TL  
°C  
°C  
Tstg  
–65  
150  
(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings  
only, which do not imply functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended  
Operating Conditions. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.  
6.2 ESD Ratings  
VALUE  
±2000  
±750  
UNIT  
Human-body model (HBM)  
Charged-device model (CDM)  
Machine model (MM)  
V(ESD)  
Electrostatic discharge(1)  
V
±200  
(1) This is a high performance RF device is ESD-sensitive. Handling and assembly of this device should be done at an ESD free  
workstation.  
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions  
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)  
MIN  
2.5  
NOM  
3
MAX  
3.6  
UNIT  
V
(1)  
VCC  
TA  
Power supply voltage  
Operating temperature  
–40  
25  
85  
°C  
(1) Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage to the device may occur. Recommended Operating Conditions indicate  
conditions for which the device is intended to be functional, but do not ensure specific performance limits. For ensured specifications  
and test conditions, see the Electrical Characteristics. The ensured specifications apply only for the test conditions listed. The voltage at  
all the power supply pins of VddRF1, VddRF2, VddRF3, VddRF4, VddRF5, VddIF1 and VddIF2 must be the same. VCC will be used to  
refer to the voltage at these pins and ICC will be used to refer to the sum of all currents through all these power pins.  
6.4 Thermal Information  
LMX2486  
THERMAL METRIC(1)  
RTW (WQFN)  
UNIT  
24 PINS  
47.2  
43  
RθJA  
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance  
Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance  
Junction-to-board thermal resistance  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
°C/W  
RθJC(top)  
RθJB  
24  
ψJT  
Junction-to-top characterization parameter  
Junction-to-board characterization parameter  
Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance  
0.8  
ψJB  
24  
RθJC(bot)  
7
(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application  
report, SPRA953.  
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6.5 Electrical Characteristics  
(VCC = 3.0V; -40°C TA +85°C unless otherwise specified)  
PARAMETER  
Icc PARAMETERS  
TEST CONDITIONS  
MIN  
TYP  
MAX  
UNIT  
IF PLL OFF  
RF PLL ON  
Charge pump TRI-STATE  
Power supply current, RF  
synthesizer  
ICCRF  
ICCIF  
5.7  
2.5  
mA  
mA  
IF PLL ON  
RF PLL OFF  
Charge pump TRI-STATE  
Power supply current, IF  
synthesizer  
IF PLL ON  
RF PLL ON  
Charge pump TRI-STATE  
Power supply current, entire  
synthesizer  
ICCTOTAL  
ICCPD  
8.5  
< 1  
mA  
µA  
CE = ENOSC = 0 V  
CLK, DATA, LE = 0 V  
Power-down current  
RF SYNTHESIZER PARAMETERS  
RF_P = 16  
RF_P = 32  
1000  
1000  
-15  
4000  
4500  
0
fFinRF  
Operating frequency  
MHz  
pFinRF  
fCOMP  
Input sensitivity  
Phase detector frequency(1)  
dBm  
MHz  
50  
RF_CPG = 0  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
95  
190  
µA  
µA  
µA  
µA  
µA  
µA  
nA  
RF charge pump source  
current(2)  
RF_CPG = 1  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
ICPoutRFSRCE  
RF_CPG = 15  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
1520  
–95  
RF_CPG = 0  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
RF charge pump sink  
current(2)  
RF_CPG = 1  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
ICPoutRFSINK  
–190  
–1520  
2
RF_CPG = 15  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
RF charge pump TRI-STATE  
current magnitude  
ICPoutRFTRI  
0.5 VCPoutRF VCC – 0.5  
10  
RF_CPG > 2  
3%  
3%  
10%  
13%  
Magnitude of RF CP sink vs  
CP source mismatch  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
TA = 25°C  
| ICPoutRF%MIS |  
RF_CPG 2  
Magnitude of RF CP current vs 0.5 VCPoutRF VCC – 0.5  
| ICPoutRF%V |  
| ICPoutRF%T |  
2%  
4%  
8%  
CP voltage  
TA = 25°C  
Magnitude of RF CP current vs  
temperature  
VCPoutRF = VCC/2  
(1) For Phase Detector Frequencies greater than 20 MHz, Cycle Slip Reduction (CSR) may be required. Legal divide ratios are also  
required.  
(2) Refer to table in section RF_CPG -- RF PLL Charge Pump Gain for complete listing of charge pump currents.  
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Electrical Characteristics (continued)  
(VCC = 3.0V; -40°C TA +85°C unless otherwise specified)  
PARAMETER  
TEST CONDITIONS  
MIN  
TYP  
MAX  
UNIT  
IF SYNTHESIZER PARAMETERS  
IF_P = 8  
250  
250  
–10  
2000  
3000  
5
fFinIF  
Operating frequency  
MHz  
IF_P = 16  
pFinIF  
IF input sensitivity  
dBm  
MHz  
mA  
fCOMP  
Phase detector frequency  
10  
ICPoutIFSRCE  
ICPoutIFSINK  
IF charge pump source current VCPoutIF = VCC/2  
3.5  
IF charge pump sink current  
VCPoutIF = VCC/2  
–3.5  
mA  
IF charge pump TRI-STATE  
current magnitude  
ICPoutIFTRI  
0.5 VCPoutIF VCC RF – 0.5  
2
1%  
4%  
4%  
10  
8%  
nA  
Magnitude of IF CP sink vs CP VCPoutIF = VCC/2  
source mismatch TA = 25°C  
| ICPoutIF%MIS |  
| ICPoutIF%V |  
| ICPoutIF%TEMP|  
Magnitude of IF CP current vs 0.5 VCPoutIF VCC – 0.5  
CP voltage  
10%  
TA = 25°C  
Magnitude of IF CP current vs  
temperature  
VCPoutIF = VCC/2  
OSCILLATOR PARAMETERS  
OSC2X = 0  
OSC2X = 1  
5
5
110  
20  
MHz  
MHz  
VP-P  
µA  
fOSCin  
Oscillator operating frequency  
vOSCin  
IOSCin  
Oscillator input sensitivity  
Oscillator input current  
0.5  
VCC  
100  
–100  
SPURS  
(3)  
Spurs in band  
See  
–55  
dBc  
PHASE NOISE  
RF_CPG = 0  
RF_CPG = 1  
RF_CPG = 3  
RF_CPG = 7  
RF_CPG = 15  
–202  
–204  
–206  
–210  
–210  
RF synthesizer normalized  
phase noise contribution(4)  
LF1HzRF  
dBc/Hz  
dBc/Hz  
IF synthesizer normalized  
phase noise contribution  
LF1HzIF  
–209  
DIGITAL INTERFACE (DATA, CLK, LE, ENOSC, CE, Ftest/LD, FLoutRF)  
VIH  
VIL  
IIH  
High-level input voltage  
Low-level input voltage  
High-level input current  
Low-level input current  
High-level output voltage  
Low-level output voltage  
1.6  
VCC  
0.4  
1
V
V
VIH = VCC  
–1  
–1  
µA  
µA  
V
IIL  
VIL = 0 V  
1
VOH  
VOL  
IOH = –500 µA  
IOL = 500 µA  
VCC – 0.4  
0.4  
V
(3) To measure the in-band spur, the fractional word is chosen such that when reduced to lowest terms, the fractional numerator is one.  
The spur offset frequency is chosen to be the comparison frequency divided by the reduced fractional denominator. The loop bandwidth  
must be sufficiently wide to negate the impact of the loop filter. Measurement conditions are: Spur Offset Frequency = 10 kHz, Loop  
Bandwidth = 100 kHz, Fraction = ½000, VCO Frequency = 3 GHz, Comparison Frequency = 20 MHz, RF_CPG = 7, DITH = 0, and a 4th  
Order Modulator (FM = 0). These are relatively consistent over tuning range.  
(4) Normalized Phase Noise Contribution is defined as: LN(f) = L(f) – 20log(N) – 10log(fCOMP) where L(f) is defined as the single side band  
phase noise measured at an offset frequency, f, in a 1 Hz Bandwidth. The offset frequency, f, must be chosen sufficiently smaller than  
the PLL loop bandwidth, yet large enough to avoid substantial phase noise contribution from the reference source. Measurement  
conditions are: Offset Frequency = 11 kHz, Loop Bandwidth = 100 kHz for RF_CPG = 7, Fraction = ½000, VCO Frequency = 3 GHz,  
Comparison Frequency = 20 MHz, FM = 0, and DITH = 0.  
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6.6 Timing Requirements  
MIN  
NOM  
MAX  
UNIT  
MICROWIRE INTERFACE TIMING  
tCS  
Data to clock set-up time  
Data to clock hold time  
Clock pulse width high  
See Figure 1  
See Figure 1  
See Figure 1  
See Figure 1  
See Figure 1  
See Figure 1  
25  
8
ns  
ns  
ns  
ns  
ns  
ns  
tCH  
tCWH  
tCWL  
tES  
25  
25  
25  
25  
Clock pulse width low  
Clock to load enable set-up time  
Load enable pulse width  
tEW  
MSB  
LSB  
C0  
DATA  
CLK  
LE  
D19  
D18  
D17  
D16  
D15  
D0  
C3  
C2  
C1  
t
t
CWH  
CS  
t
ES  
t
CH  
t
CWL  
t
EW  
Figure 1. Microwire Input Timing Diagram  
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6.7 Typical Characteristics  
6.7.1 Sensitivity  
Typical characteristics do not imply any sort of ensured specification. Ensured specifications are in the Electrical  
Characteristics section.  
20  
10  
20  
10  
V
CC  
= 2.5V  
T
A
= -40°C, 25°C, and 85°C  
V
CC  
= 3.0V and 3.6V  
0
0
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
T
= 85°C  
V
CC  
= 2.5V  
A
T
= -40°C  
A
V
= 3.6V  
CC  
T
= 25°C  
3000  
A
V
CC  
= 3.0V  
0
1000  
2000  
4000  
5000  
4000  
150  
0
1000  
2000  
3000  
4000  
5000  
fFinRF (MHz)  
f
(MHz)  
FinRF  
VCC = 3.0 V, RF_P = 32  
Figure 3. RF PLL Fin Sensitivity  
TA = 25°C, RF_P = 32  
Figure 2. RF PLL Fin Sensitivity  
20  
20  
10  
T
= -40oC  
10  
0
A
T
= 25oC, and 85oC  
A
0
V
= 3.0 and 3.6V  
CC  
V
= 2.5V  
CC  
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
-50  
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
V
CC  
= 3.0V  
T
= 25oC  
A
V
= 3.6V  
CC  
T
A
= -40oC  
T
= 85oC  
A
V
CC  
= 2.5V  
2000  
(MHz)  
0
1000  
3000  
3000  
0
1000  
2000  
(MHz)  
4000  
f
FinIF  
f
FinIF  
VCC = 3.0 V, IF_P = 16  
Figure 5. IF PLL Fin Sensitivity  
TA = 25°C, IF_P = 16  
Figure 4. IF PLL Fin Sensitivity  
20  
20  
10  
10  
V
CC  
= 2.5V, 3.0V, and 3.6V  
T
= -40°C, 25°C, and 85°C  
A
0
0
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
-50  
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
-50  
V
CC  
= 3.6V  
V
= 3.0V  
CC  
T
= 25°C  
A
V
CC  
= 2.5V  
T
= 85°C  
A
T
A
= -40°C  
0
30  
60  
120  
150  
ꢀ0  
10  
120  
10  
0
30  
60  
90  
f
(MHz)  
OSCin  
f
(MHz)  
OSCin  
TA = 25°C, OSC_2X = 0  
Figure 6. OSCin Sensitivity  
VCC = 3.0 V, OSC_2X = 0  
Figure 7. OSCin Sensitivity  
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Sensitivity (continued)  
Typical characteristics do not imply any sort of ensured specification. Ensured specifications are in the Electrical  
Characteristics section.  
20  
20  
10  
10  
= -40oC, 25oC, and 85oC  
V
= 2.5V, 3.0V, and 3.6V  
CC  
T
A
0
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
-50  
0
V
CC  
= 3.6V  
-10  
-20  
-30  
-40  
-50  
T
= 85oC  
A
V
CC  
= 3.0V  
V
CC  
=2.5V  
T
A
= -40oC  
T
= 25oC  
A
10  
0
5
15  
20  
25  
10  
0
5
15  
20  
25  
f
(MHz)  
OSCin  
f
(MHz)  
OSCin  
TA = 25°C, OSC_2X =1  
VCC = 3.0 V, OSC_2X = 1  
Figure 9. OSCin Sensitivity  
Figure 8. OSCin Sensitivity  
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6.7.2 FinRF Input Impedance  
Typical characteristics do not imply any sort of ensured specification. Ensured specifications are in the Electrical  
Characteristics section.  
Marker 1:  
1.0 GHz  
Marker 2:  
2.0 GHz  
Marker 3:  
3.0 GHz  
Marker 4:  
4.0 GHz  
1
Marker 4:  
4.5 GHz  
2
4
Start 1.0 GHz  
Stop 5.0 GHz  
3
5
Figure 10. FinRF Input Impedance  
Table 1. RF PLL Input Impedance  
FREQUENCY (MHz)  
1000  
REAL (Ω)  
192  
172  
154  
139  
127  
114  
104  
96  
IMAGINARY (Ω)  
–221  
–218  
–209  
–200  
–192  
–184  
–175  
–168  
–160  
–153  
–147  
–134  
–123  
–113  
–103  
–94  
1100  
1200  
1300  
1400  
1500  
1600  
1700  
1800  
88  
1900  
80  
2000  
74  
2200  
64  
2400  
56  
2600  
50  
2800  
45  
3000  
39  
3200  
37  
–86  
3400  
33  
–78  
3600  
30  
–72  
3800  
28  
–69  
4000  
26  
–66  
4250  
24  
–63  
4500  
23  
–60  
4750  
22  
–57  
5000  
20  
–54  
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6.7.3 FinIF Input Impedance  
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100 ꢀIz  
ꢀarker 2:  
250 ꢀIz  
ꢀarker 3:  
2300 ꢀIz  
2
1
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3000 ꢀIz  
3
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{top 3000 ꢀIz  
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Figure 11. FinIF Input Impedance  
Table 2. IF PLL Input Impedance  
FREQUENCY (MHz)  
REAL (Ω)  
508  
456  
420  
403  
370  
344  
207  
274  
242  
242  
214  
171  
137  
112  
91  
IMAGINARY (Ω)  
–233  
–215  
–206  
–205  
–207  
–215  
–223  
–225  
–225  
–225  
–222  
–208  
–191  
–176  
–158  
–139  
–122  
–105  
–96  
100  
150  
200  
250  
300  
400  
500  
600  
700  
800  
900  
1000  
1200  
1400  
1600  
1800  
2000  
2200  
2300  
2400  
2600  
2800  
3000  
76  
62  
51  
46  
42  
–88  
37  
–74  
29  
–63  
25  
–54  
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6.7.4 OSCin Input Impedance  
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Characteristics section.  
6000  
5000  
4000  
3000  
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2000  
1000  
toꢀered  
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0
100  
0
25  
50  
75  
125  
150  
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Table 3. OSCin Input Impedance  
POWERED-UP  
POWERED-DOWN  
IMAGINARY  
–8137  
–4487  
–2215  
–1495  
–1144  
–912  
FREQUENCY  
(MHz)  
REAL  
1730  
846  
466  
351  
316  
278  
261  
252  
239  
234  
230  
225  
219  
214  
208  
207  
IMAGINARY  
–3779  
–2236  
–1196  
–863  
MAGNITUDE  
4157  
2391  
1284  
932  
REAL  
392  
155  
107  
166  
182  
155  
153  
154  
147  
145  
140  
138  
133  
133  
132  
133  
MAGNITUDE  
5
8146  
4490  
2217  
–1504  
1158  
925  
10  
20  
30  
40  
–672  
742  
50  
–566  
631  
60  
–481  
547  
–758  
774  
70  
–425  
494  
–652  
669  
80  
–388  
456  
–576  
595  
90  
–358  
428  
–518  
538  
100  
110  
120  
130  
140  
150  
–337  
407  
–471  
492  
–321  
392  
–436  
458  
–309  
379  
–402  
123  
–295  
364  
–374  
397  
–285  
353  
–349  
373  
–279  
348  
–329  
355  
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6.7.5 Currents  
Typical characteristics do not imply any sort of ensured specification. Ensured specifications are in the Electrical  
Characteristics section.  
2000  
1500  
1000  
500  
10  
9.0  
8.0  
7.0  
6.0  
5.0  
4.0  
T
A
= 85oC  
RF_CPG = 15  
T
A
= 25oC  
T
= -40oC  
A
RF_CPG = 8  
0
-500  
RF_CPG = 0  
3.0  
-1000  
-1500  
-2000  
RF_CPG = 1  
2.0  
1.0  
0
0
0.5  
1.0  
1.5  
2.0  
2.5  
3.0  
2.5  
3.3  
3.6  
2.75  
3.0  
V
CC  
(V)  
V
(V)  
CPoutRF  
CE = High  
VCC = 3 V  
Figure 13. Power Supply Current  
Figure 14. RF PLL Charge Pump Current  
5.0  
4.0  
3.0  
2.0  
1.0  
0
10  
8
6
4
TA = 85o  
C
2
0
TA = -40o  
C
-1.0  
-2  
-4  
TA = 25o  
C
-2.0  
-3.0  
-4.0  
-6  
-8  
-5.0  
0
-10  
0
0.5  
1.0  
1.5  
2.0  
2.5  
3.0  
0.5  
1.0  
1.5  
2.0  
3.0  
2.5  
V
(V)  
CPoutIF  
V
(V)  
CPoutRF  
VCC = 3 V  
VCC = 3 V  
Figure 15. IF PLL Charge Pump Current  
Figure 16. Charge Pump Leakage RF PLL  
10  
8
6
TA = 85o  
C
4
2
0
-2  
-4  
TA = -40o  
C
TA = 25o  
C
-6  
-8  
-10  
2.5  
0
0.5  
1.0  
1.5  
2.0  
3.0  
VCPoutIF (V)  
VCC = 3 V  
Figure 17. Charge Pump Leakage IF PLL  
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7 Parameter Measurements Information  
7.1 Bench Test Set-Ups  
7.1.1 Charge Pump Current Measurement  
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Figure 18. Setup for Charge Pump Current Measurement  
Figure 18 shows the test procedure for testing the RF and IF charge pumps. These tests include absolute current  
level, mismatch, and leakage measurement. To measure the charge pump currents, a signal is applied to the  
high frequency input pins. The reason for this is to ensure that the phase detector gets enough transitions to be  
able to change states. If no signal is applied, it is possible that the charge pump current reading will be low due  
to the fact that the duty cycle is not 100%. The OSCin Pin is tied to the supply. The charge pump currents can be  
measured by simply programming the phase detector to the necessary polarity. For instance, To measure the RF  
charge pump, a 10-MHz signal is applied to the FinRF pin. The source current can be measured by setting the  
RF PLL phase detector to a positive polarity, and the sink current can be measured by setting the phase detector  
to a negative polarity. The IF PLL currents can be measured in a similar way.  
NOTE  
The magnitude of the RF PLL charge pump current is controlled by the RF_CPG bit. Once  
the charge pump currents are known, the mismatch can be calculated as well.  
To measure leakage, the charge pump is set to a TRI-STATE mode by enabling the RF_CPT and IF_CPT bits.  
The table below shows a summary of the various charge pump tests.  
Table 4. Charge Pump Current Measurement Programmable Settings  
CURRENT TEST  
RF Source  
RF Sink  
RF_CPG  
RF_CPP  
RF_CPT  
IF_CPP  
IF_CPT  
0 to 15  
0
1
0
0
X
X
X
0
X
X
X
0
0
1
0 to 15  
RF TRI-STATE  
IF Source  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
X
X
IF Sink  
1
IF TRI-STATE  
X
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7.1.2 Charge Pump Current Specification Definitions  
Figure 19. Charge Pump Current Definitions  
I1 = Charge Pump Sink Current at VCPout = Vcc - ΔV  
I2 = Charge Pump Sink Current at VCPout = Vcc/2  
I3 = Charge Pump Sink Current at VCPout = ΔV  
I4 = Charge Pump Source Current at VCPout = Vcc - ΔV  
I5 = Charge Pump Source Current at VCPout = Vcc/2  
I6 = Charge Pump Source Current at VCPout = ΔV  
ΔV = Voltage offset from the positive and negative supply rails. Defined to be 0.5 V for this part.  
vCPout refers to either VCPoutRF or VCPoutIF  
ICPout refers to either ICPoutRF or ICPoutIF  
7.1.2.1 Charge Pump Output Current Variation vs Charge Pump Output Voltage  
Use Equation 1 to calculate the charge pump output current variation versus charge pump output voltage.  
(1)  
7.1.2.2 Charge Pump Sink Current vs Charge Pump Output Source Current Mismatch  
Use Equation 2 to calculate the charge pump sink current versus charge pump output source current mismatch.  
(2)  
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7.1.2.3 Charge Pump Output Current Variation vs Temperature  
Use Equation 3 to calculate the charge pump output current variation versus temperature.  
(3)  
7.1.3 Sensitivity Measurement  
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Table 5. Settings for Sensitivity Measurement  
DC-BLOCKING  
CAPACITOR  
CORRESPONDING  
COUNTER  
DEFAULT COUNTER  
VALUE  
FREQUENCY INPUT PIN  
MUX VALUE  
OSCin  
1000 pF  
RF_R / 2  
RF_N / 2  
50  
14  
RF_P = 16/17/20/21  
1023 + 2097150 /  
4194301  
FinRF  
47 pF || 1000 pF  
15  
RF_P = 32/33/36/37  
2039 + 2097150/4194301  
FinIF  
47 pF || 1000 pF  
1000 pF  
IF_N / 2  
IF_R / 2  
1533  
50  
13  
12  
OSCin  
Sensitivity is defined as the power level limits beyond which the output of the counter being tested is off by 1 Hz  
or more of its expected value. It is typically measured over frequency, voltage, and temperature. To test  
sensitivity, the MUX[3:0] word is programmed to the appropriate value. The counter value is then programmed to  
a fixed value and a frequency counter is set to monitor the frequency of this pin. The expected frequency at the  
Ftest/LD pin should be the signal generator frequency divided by twice the corresponding counter value. The  
factor of two comes in because the LMX2486 has a flip-flop which divides this frequency by two to make the duty  
cycle 50% to make it easier to read with the frequency counter. The frequency counter input impedance should  
be set to high impedance. To perform the measurement, the temperature, frequency, and voltage is set to a fixed  
value and the power level of the signal is varied.  
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NOTE  
The power level at the part is assumed to be 4 dB less than the signal generator power  
level. This accounts for 1 dB for cable losses and 3 dB for the pad.  
The power level range where the frequency is correct at the Ftest/LD pin to within 1 Hz accuracy is recorded for  
the sensitivity limits. The temperature, frequency, and voltage can be varied to produce a family of sensitivity  
curves. Because this is an open-loop test, the charge pump is set to TRI-STATE and the unused side of the PLL  
(RF or IF) is powered down when not being tested. For this part, there are actually four frequency input pins,  
although there is only one frequency test pin (Ftest/LD). The conditions specific to each pin are shown in above  
table.  
NOTE  
For the RF N counter, a fourth order fractional modulator is used in 22-bit mode with a  
fraction of 2097150 / 4194301 is used. The reason for this long fraction is to test the RF N  
counter and supporting fractional circuitry as completely as possible.  
7.1.4 Input Impedance Measurement  
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Figure 21. Input Impedance Measurement  
Figure 21 shows the test set-up used for measuring the input impedance for the LMX2486. The DC-blocking  
capacitor used between the input SMA connector and the pin being measured must be changed to a 0-Ω  
resistor. This procedure applies to the FinRF, FinIF, and OSCin pins. The basic test procedure is to calibrate the  
network analyzer, ensure that the part is powered up, and then measure the input impedance. The network  
analyzer can be calibrated by using either calibration standards or by soldering resistors directly to the evaluation  
board. An open can be implemented by putting no resistor, a short can be implemented by soldering a 0-Ω  
resistor as close as possible to the pin being measured, and a short can be implemented by soldering two 100-Ω  
resistors in parallel as close as possible to the pin being measured. Calibration is done with the PLL removed  
from the PCB. This requires the use of a clamp down fixture that may not always be generally available. If no  
clamp down fixture is available, then this procedure can be done by calibrating up to the point where the DC-  
blocking capacitor usually is, and then implementing port extensions with the network analyzer. The 0-Ω resistor  
is added back for the actual measurement. Once the set-up is calibrated, it is necessary to ensure that the PLL is  
powered up. This can be done by toggling the power-down bits (RF_PD and IF_PD) and observing that the  
current consumption indeed increases when the bit is disabled. Sometimes it may be necessary to apply a signal  
to the OSCin pin to program the part. If this is necessary, disconnect the signal once it is established that the  
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part is powered up. It is useful to know the input impedance of the PLL for the purposes of debugging RF  
problems and designing matching networks. Another use of knowing this parameter is make the trace width on  
the PCB such that the input impedance of this trace matches the real part of the input impedance of the PLL  
frequency of operation. In general, it is good practice to keep trace lengths short and make designs that are  
relatively resistant to variations in the input impedance of the PLL.  
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8 Detailed Description  
8.1 Overview  
The LMX2486 consists of integrated N counters, R counters, and charge pumps. The TCXO, VCO and loop filter  
are supplied external to the chip.  
8.2 Functional Block Diagram  
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8.3 Feature Description  
8.3.1 TCXO, Oscillator Buffer, and R Counter  
The oscillator buffer must be driven single-ended by a signal source, such as a TCXO. The OSCout pin is  
included to provide a buffered output of this input signal and is active when the OSC_OUT bit is set to one. The  
ENOSC pin can be also pulled high to ensure that the OSCout pin is active, regardless of the status of the  
registers in the LMX2486.  
The R counter divides this TCXO frequency down to the comparison frequency.  
8.3.2 Phase Detector  
The maximum phase detector operating frequency for the IF PLL is straightforward, but it is a little more involved  
for the RF PLL because it is fractional. The maximum phase detector frequency for the LMX2486 RF PLL is 50  
MHz. However, this is not possible in all circumstances due to illegal divide ratios of the N counter. The crystal  
reference frequency also limits the phase detector frequency, although the doubler helps with this limitation.  
There are trade-offs in choosing the phase detector frequency. If this frequency is run higher, then phase noise  
will be lower, but lock time may be increased due to cycle slipping and the capacitors in the loop filter may  
become rather large.  
8.3.3 Charge Pump  
For the majority of the time, the charge pump output is high impedance, and the only current through this pin is  
the TRI-STATE leakage. However, it does put out fast correction pulses that have a width that is proportional to  
the phase error presented at the phase detector.  
The charge pump converts the phase error presented at the phase detector into a correction current. The  
magnitude of this current is theoretically constant, but the duty cycle is proportional to the phase error. For the IF  
PLL, this current is not programmable, but for the RF PLL it is programmable in 16 steps. Also, the RF PLL  
allows for a higher charge pump current to be used when the PLL is locking to reduce the lock time.  
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Feature Description (continued)  
8.3.4 Loop Filter  
The loop filter design can be rather involved. In addition to the regular constraints and design parameters, delta-  
sigma PLLs have the additional constraint that the order of the loop filter should be one greater than the order of  
the delta sigma modulator. This rule of thumb comes from the requirement that the loop filter must roll off the  
delta sigma noise at 20 dB/decade faster than it rises. However, because the noise can not have infinite power, it  
must eventually roll off. If the loop bandwidth is narrow, this requirement may not be necessary. For the purposes  
of discussion in this data sheet, the pole of the loop filter at 0 Hz is not counted. So a second order filter has 3  
components, a 3rd order loop filter has 5 components, and the 4th order loop filter has 7 components. Although a  
5th order loop filter is theoretically necessary for use with a 4th order modulator, typically a 4th order filter is used  
in this case. The loop filter design, especially for higher orders can be rather involved, but there are many  
simulation tools and references available, such as the one given at the end of the functional description block.  
8.3.5 N Counters and High Frequency Input Pins  
The N counter divides the VCO frequency down to the comparison frequency. Because prescalers are used,  
there are limitations on how small the N value can be. The N counters are discussed in greater depth in the  
programming section. Because the input pins to these counters (FinRF and FinIF) are high frequency, layout  
considerations are important.  
8.3.5.1 High Frequency Input Pins, FinRF and FinIF  
It is generally recommended that the VCO output go through a resistive pad and then through a DC-blocking  
capacitor before it gets to these high frequency input pins. If the trace length is sufficiently short (< 1/10th of a  
wavelength), then the pad may not be necessary, but a series resistor of about 39 Ω is still recommended to  
isolate the PLL from the VCO. The DC-blocking capacitor should be chosen at least to be 27 pF. It may turn out  
that the frequency is above the self-resonant frequency of the capacitor, but because the input impedance of the  
PLL tends to be capacitive, it actually is a benefit to exceed the tune frequency. The pad and the DC-blocking  
capacitor should be placed as close to the PLL as possible  
8.3.5.2 Complementary High Frequency Pin, FinRF*  
These inputs may be used to drive the PLL differentially, but it is very common to drive the PLL in a single ended  
fashion. A shunt capacitor should be placed at the FinRF* pin. The value of this capacitor should be chosen such  
that the impedance, including the ESR of the capacitor, is as close to an AC short as possible at the operating  
frequency of the PLL. 100 pF is a typical value.  
8.3.6 Digital Lock Detect Operation  
The RF PLL digital lock detect circuitry compares the difference between the phase of the inputs of the phase  
detector to a RC generated delay of ε. To indicate a locked state (Lock = HIGH) the phase error must be less  
than the ε RC delay for 5 consecutive reference cycles. Once in lock (Lock = HIGH), the RC delay is changed to  
approximately δ. To indicate an out of lock state (Lock = LOW), the phase error must become greater δ. The  
values of ε and δ are dependent on which PLL is used and are shown in the table below:  
Table 6. Programmable Lock Detect Settings  
PLL  
RF  
IF  
ε
δ
10 ns  
15 ns  
20 ns  
30 ns  
When the PLL is in the power-down mode and the Ftest/LD pin is programmed for the lock detect function, it is  
forced LOW. The accuracy of this circuit degrades at higher comparison frequencies. To compensate for this, the  
DIV4 word should be set to one if the comparison frequency exceeds 20 MHz. The function of this word is to  
divide the comparison frequency presented to the lock detect circuit by 4.  
NOTE  
If the MUX[3:0] word is set such as to view lock detect for both PLLs, an unlocked (LOW)  
condition is shown whenever either one of the PLLs is determined to be out of lock.  
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(bot [ocked)  
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Phase Error < e  
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Phase Error < e  
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Phase Error < e  
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Phase Error < e  
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Phase Error < e  
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([ocked)  
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Phase Error > d  
Figure 22. Digital Lock Detect Flowchart  
8.3.7 Cycle Slip Reduction and Fastlock  
The LMX2486 offers both cycle slip reduction (CSR) and Fastlock with timeout counter support. This means that  
it requires no additional programming overhead to use them. It is generally recommended that the charge pump  
current in the steady-state be 8X or less to use cycle slip reduction, and 4X or less in steady-state to use  
Fastlock. The next step is to decide between using Fastlock or CSR. This determination can be made based on  
the ratio of the comparison frequency (fCOMP) to loop bandwidth (BW).  
Table 7. Fastlock/Cycle Slip Reduction Usage  
COMPARISON FREQUENCY  
(fCOMP  
CYCLE SLIP REDUCTION  
(CSR)  
FASTLOCK  
)
fCOMP 1.25 MHz  
1.25 MHz < fCOMP 2 MHz  
fCOMP > 2 MHz  
Noticeable better than CSR  
Marginally better than CSR  
Same or worse than CSR  
Likely to provide a benefit, provided that  
fCOMP > 100 X BW  
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8.3.7.1 Cycle Slip Reduction (CSR)  
Cycle slip reduction works by reducing the comparison frequency during frequency acquisition while keeping the  
same loop bandwidth, thereby reducing the ratio of the comparison frequency to the loop bandwidth. In cases  
where the ratio of the comparison frequency exceeds about 100 times the loop bandwidth, cycle slipping can  
occur and significantly degrade lock times. The greater this ratio, the greater the benefit of CSR. This is typically  
the case of high comparison frequencies. In circumstances where there is not a problem with cycle slipping, CSR  
provides no benefit. There is a glitch when CSR is disengaged, but because CSR should be disengaged long  
before the PLL is actually in lock, this glitch is not an issue. A good rule of thumb for CSR disengagement is to  
do this at the peak time of the transient response. Because this time is typically much sooner than Fastlock  
should be disengaged, it does not make sense to use CSR and Fastlock in combination.  
8.3.7.2 Fastlock  
Fastlock works by increasing the loop bandwidth only during frequency acquisition. In circumstances where the  
comparison frequency is less than or equal to 2 MHz, Fastlock may provide a benefit beyond what CSR can  
offer. Because Fastlock also reduces the ratio of the comparison frequency to the loop bandwidth, it may provide  
a significant benefit in cases where the comparison frequency is above 2 MHz. However, CSR can usually  
provide an equal or larger benefit in these cases, and can be implemented without using an additional resistor.  
The reason for this restriction on frequency is that Fastlock has a glitch when it is disengaged. As the time of  
engagement for Fastlock decreases and becomes on the order of the fast lock time, this glitch grows and limits  
the benefits of Fastlock. This effect becomes worse at higher comparison frequencies. There is always the option  
of reducing the comparison frequency at the expense of phase noise to satisfy this constraint on comparison  
frequency. Despite this glitch, there is still a net improvement in lock time using Fastlock in these circumstances.  
When using Fastlock, it is also recommended that the steady-state charge pump state be 4X or less. Also,  
Fastlock was originally intended only for second order filters, so when implementing it with higher order filters,  
the third and fourth poles can not be too close in, or it will not be possible to keep the loop filter well optimized  
when the higher charge pump current and Fastlock resistor are engaged.  
8.3.7.3 Using Cycle Slip Reduction (CSR) to Avoid Cycle Slipping  
Once it is decided that CSR is to be used, the cycle slip reduction factor needs to be chosen. The available  
factors are 1/2, 1/4, and 1/16. To preserve the same loop characteristics, TI recommends that Equation 4 be  
satisfied:  
(Fastlock Charge Pump Current) / (Steady-State Charge Pump Current) = CSR  
(4)  
To satisfy this constraint, the maximum charge pump current in steady-state is 8X for a CSR of 1/2, 4X for a  
CSR of 1/4, and 1X for a CSR of 1/16. Because the PLL phase noise is better for higher charge pump currents, it  
makes sense to choose CSR only as large as necessary to prevent cycle slipping. Choosing it larger than this  
will not improve lock time, and will result in worse phase noise.  
Consider an example where the desired loop bandwidth in steady-state is 100 kHz and the comparison  
frequency is 20 MHz. This yields a ratio of 200. Cycle slipping may be present, but would not be too severe if it  
was there. If a CSR factor of 1/2 is used, this would reduce the ratio to 100 during frequency acquisition, which is  
probably sufficient. A charge pump current of 8X could be used in steady-state, and a factor of 16X could be  
used during frequency acquisition. This yields a ratio of 1/2, which is equal to the CSR factor and this satisfies  
the above constraint. In this circumstance, it could also be decided to just use 16X charge pump current all the  
time, because it would probably have better phase noise, and the degradation in lock time would not be too  
severe.  
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8.3.7.4 Using Fastlock to Improve Lock Times  
Figure 23. Loop Filter with Fastlock Resistor  
Once it is decided that Fastlock is to be used, the loop bandwidth multiplier, K, is needed to determine the  
theoretical impact of Fastlock on the loop bandwidth and the resistor value, R2p, that is switched in parallel  
during Fastlock. This ratio is calculated in Equation 5:  
K = (Fastlock Charge Pump Current) / (Steady-State Charge Pump Current)  
(5)  
Table 8. Fastlock Usage  
K
1
LOOP BANDWIDTH  
1.00 X  
R2P VALUE  
Open  
LOCK TIME  
100 %  
71 %  
2
1.41 X  
R2/0.41  
R2/0.73  
R2  
3
1.73 X  
58%  
4
2.00 X  
50%  
8
2.83 X  
R2/1.83  
R2/2  
35%  
9
3.00 X  
33%  
16  
4.00 X  
R2/3  
25%  
The above table shows how to calculate the Fastlock resistor and theoretical lock time improvement, once the  
ratio , K, is known. This all assumes a second order filter (not counting the pole at 0 Hz). However, it is generally  
recommended that the loop filter order be one greater than the order of the delta sigma modulator, which means  
that a second order filter is never recommended. In this case, the value for R2p is typically about 80% of what it  
would be for a second order filter. Because the Fastlock disengagement glitch gets larger and it is harder to keep  
the loop filter optimized as the K value becomes larger, designing for the largest possible value for K usually, but  
not always yields the best improvement in lock time. To get a more accurate estimate requires more simulation  
tools, or trial and error.  
8.3.7.5 Capacitor Dielectric Considerations for Lock Time  
The LMX2486 has a high fractional modulus and high charge pump gain for the lowest possible phase noise.  
One consideration is that the reduced N value and higher charge pump may cause the capacitors in the loop  
filter to become larger in value. For larger capacitor values, it is common to have a trade-off between capacitor  
dielectric quality and physical size. Using film capacitors or NPO/COG capacitors yields the best possible lock  
times, where as using X7R or Z5R capacitors can increase lock time by 0 – 500%. However, it is a general  
tendency that designs that use a higher compare frequency tend to be less sensitive to the effects of capacitor  
dielectrics. Although the use of lesser quality dielectric capacitors may be unavoidable in many circumstances,  
allowing a larger footprint for the loop filter capacitors, using a lower charge pump current, and reducing the  
fractional modulus are all ways to reduce capacitor values. Capacitor dielectrics have very little impact on phase  
noise and spurs.  
8.3.8 Fractional Spur and Phase Noise Controls  
Control of the fractional spurs is more of an art than an exact science. The first differentiation that needs to be  
made is between primary fractional and sub-fractional spurs. The primary fractional spurs are those that occur at  
increments of the channel spacing only. The sub-fractional spurs are those that occur at a smaller resolution than  
the channel spacing, usually one-half or one-fourth. There are trade-offs between fractional spurs, sub-fractional  
spurs, and phase noise. The rules of thumb presented in this section are just that. There will be exceptions. The  
bits that impact the fractional spurs are FM and DITH, and these bits should be set in this order.  
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The first step to do is choose FM, for the delta sigma modulator order. TI recommends to start with FM = 3 for a  
third order modulator and use strong dithering. In general, there is a trade-off between primary and sub-fractional  
spurs. Choosing the highest order modulator (FM = 0 for 4th order) typically provides the best primary fractional  
spurs, but the worst sub-fractional spurs. Choosing the lowest modulator order (FM = 2 for 2nd order), typically  
gives the worst primary fractional spurs, but the best sub-fractional spurs. Choosing FM = 3, for a 3rd order  
modulator is a compromise.  
The second step is to choose DITH, for dithering. Dithering has a very small impact on primary fractional spurs,  
but a much larger impact on sub-fractional spurs. The only problem is that it can add a few dB of phase noise, or  
even more if the loop bandwidth is very wide. Disabling dithering (DITH = 0), provides the best phase noise, but  
the sub-fractional spurs are worst (except when the fractional numerator is 0, and in this case, they are the best).  
Choosing strong dithering (DITH = 2) significantly reduces sub-fractional spurs, if not eliminating them  
completely, but adds the most phase noise. Weak dithering (DITH = 1) is a compromise.  
The third step is to tinker with the fractional word. Although 1/10 and 400/4000 are mathematically the same,  
expressing fractions with much larger fractional numerators often improve the fractional spurs. Increasing the  
fractional denominator only improves spurs to a point. A good practical limit could be to keep the fractional  
denominator as large as possible, but not to exceed 4095, so it is not necessary to use the extended fractional  
numerator or denominator.  
NOTE  
For more information concerning delta-sigma PLLs, loop filter design, cycle slip reduction,  
Fastlock, and many other topics, visit http://www.ti.com. Here there is the EasyPLL  
simulation tool and an online reference called PLL Performance, Simulation, and Design.  
8.4 Device Functional Modes  
8.4.1 Power Pins, Power-Down, and Power-Up Modes  
TI recommends that all of the power pins be filtered with a series 18-Ω resistor and then placing two capacitors  
shunt to ground, thus creating a low pass filter. Although it makes sense to use large capacitor values in theory,  
the ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) is greater for larger capacitors. For optimal filtering minimize the sum of  
the ESR and theoretical impedance of the capacitor. It is therefore recommended to provide two capacitors of  
very different sizes for the best filtering. 1 µF and 100 pF are typical values. The small capacitor should be  
placed as close as possible to the pin.  
The power down state of the LMX2486 is controlled by many factors. The one factor that overrides all other  
factors is the CE pin. If this pin is low, the part will be powered down. Asserting a high logic level on this pin is  
necessary to power up the chip, however, there are other bits in the programming registers that can override this  
and put the PLL back in a power down state. Provided that the voltage on the CE pin is high, programming the  
RF_PD and IF_PD bits to zero ensures that the part will be powered up. Programming either one of these bits to  
one will power down the appropriate section of the synthesizer, provided that the ATPU bit does not override this.  
Table 9. Powerdown Modes  
ATPU  
CE PIN  
RF_PD  
PLL STATE  
BIT ENABLED + N COUNTER WRITE  
Powered Down  
(Asynchronous)  
Low  
X
X
High  
High  
X
0
Yes  
No  
Powered Up  
Powered Up  
Powered Down  
(Asynchronous)  
High  
1
No  
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8.5 Programming  
8.5.1 General Programming Information  
The 24-bit data registers are loaded through a MICROWIRE Interface. These data registers are used to program  
the R counter, the N counter, and the internal mode control latches. The data format of a typical 24-bit data  
register is shown below. The control bits CTL [3:0] decode the register address. On the rising edge of LE, data  
stored in the shift register is loaded into one of the appropriate latches (selected by address bits). Data is shifted  
in MSB first.  
NOTE  
It is best to program the N counter last, because doing so initializes the digital lock  
detector and Fastlock circuitry. Initialize means it resets the counters, but it does NOT  
program values into these registers. The exception is when 22-bit is not being used. In this  
case, it is not necessary to program the R7 register.  
Table 10. Programmable Register Structure  
MSB  
LSB  
DATA [21:0]  
CTL [3:0]  
23  
4
3
2
1
0
8.5.1.1 Register Location Truth Table  
The control bits CTL [3:0] decode the internal register address. The table below shows how the control bits are  
mapped to the target control register.  
Table 11. Programmable Registers  
C3  
x
C2  
x
C1  
x
C0  
0
DATA LOCATION  
R0  
R1  
R2  
R3  
R4  
R5  
R6  
R7  
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
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8.5.1.2 Control Register Content Map  
Because the LMX2486 registers are complicated, they are organized into two groups, basic and advanced. The  
first four registers are basic registers that contain critical information necessary for the PLL to achieve lock. The  
last 5 registers are for features that optimize spur, phase noise, and lock time performance. The next page  
shows these registers.  
Although it is highly recommended that the user eventually take advantage of all the modes of the LMX2486, the  
quick start register map is shown in order for the user to get the part up and running quickly using only those bits  
critical for basic functionality. The following default conditions for this programming state are a third order delta-  
sigma modulator in 12-bit mode with strong dithering and no Fastlock.  
Table 12. Quick Start Register Map  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
DATA[19:0] (Except for the RF_N Register, which is [22:0])  
RF_N[10:0]  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
C0  
0
C3  
C2  
C1  
R0  
R1  
RF_FN[11:0]  
RF_P  
D
RF_P  
RF_R[5:0]  
RF_FD[11:0]  
0
0
1
1
R2  
R3  
IF_PD  
IF_N[18:0]  
0
0
1
1
0
1
1
1
0000  
RF_CPG[3:0]  
IF_R[11:0]  
The complete register map shows all the functionality of all registers, including the last five.  
Table 13. Complete Register Map  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
DATA[19:0] (Except for the RF_N Register, which is [22:0])  
C3 C2 C1 C0  
0
R0  
R1  
R2  
R3  
RF_N[10:0]  
RF_R[5:0]  
RF_FN[11:0]  
RF_PD RF_P  
IF_PD  
RF_FD[11:0]  
IF_R[11:0]  
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
1
IF_N[18:0]  
ACCESS[3:0]  
RF_CPG[3:0]  
OSC  
_OU  
T
DITH  
[1:0]  
FM  
[1:0]  
OSC  
_2X  
IF_  
CPP CPP  
RF_  
MUX  
[3:0]  
R4  
ATPU  
0
1
0
0
0
0
IF_P  
1
0
0
1
R5  
R6  
RF_FD[21:12]  
RF_CPF[3:0]  
RF_FN[21:12]  
RF_TOC[13:0]  
1
1
0
1
1
0
1
1
CSR[1:0]  
IF_R RF_ IF_C RF_  
ST RST PT CPT  
R7  
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
DIV4  
0
1
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
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8.6 Register Maps  
8.6.1 R0 Register  
NOTE  
This register has only one control bit, so the N counter value to be changed with a single  
write statement to the PLL.  
Table 14. R0 Register  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
C0  
0
DATA[22:0]  
R0  
RF_N[10:0]  
RF_FN[11:0]  
8.6.1.1 RF_FN[11:0] -- Fractional Numerator for RF PLL  
Refer to Fractional Numerator Determination { RF_FN[21:12], RF_FN[11:0], Access[1] } for a more detailed  
description of this control word.  
8.6.1.2 RF_N[10:0] -- RF N Counter Value  
The RF N counter contains an 16/17/20/21 and a 32/33/36/37 prescaler. The N counter value can be calculated  
as follows:  
N = RF_P·RF_C + 4·RF_B + RF_A  
RF_C Max{RF_A, RF_B} , for N-2FM-1 ... N+2FM is a necessary condition. This rule is slightly modified in the  
case where the RF_B counter has an unused bit, where this extra bit is used by the delta-sigma modulator for  
the purposes of modulation. Consult the tables below for valid operating ranges for each prescaler.  
Table 15. Operation With the 16/17/20/21 Prescaler (RF_P=0)  
RF_N [10:0]  
RF_N  
RF_C [5:0]  
RF_B [2:0]  
RF_A [1:0]  
<49  
N Values less than 49 are illegal.  
Legal Divide Ratios are:  
2nd Order Modulator: 49-61  
3rd Order Modulator: 51-59  
4th Order Modulator: 55  
49-63  
Legal Divide Ratios are:  
2nd and 3rd Order Modulator: All  
4th Order Modulator: 64-75  
64-79  
80  
...  
0
.
0
.
0
1
.
0
.
1
.
0
0
0
0
.
0
.
0
0
.
.
.
1023  
>1023  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
N values greater than 1023 are prohibited.  
Table 16. Operation With the 32/33/36/37 Prescaler (RF_P=1)  
RF_N [10:0]  
RF_N  
RF_C [5:0]  
RF_B [2:0]  
RF_A [1:0]  
<97  
N Values less than 97 are illegal.  
Legal Divide Ratios are:  
2nd Order Modulator: 97-109, 129-145, 161-181, 193-217, 225-226  
3rd Order Modulator: 99-107, 131-143, 163-179, 195-215  
4th Order Modulator: 103, 135-139, 167-175, 199-211  
97-226  
Legal Divide Ratios are:  
2nd and 3rd Order Modulator: All  
4th Order Modulator: None  
227-230  
231  
0
0
0
1
1
1
0
0
1
1
1
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Table 16. Operation With the 32/33/36/37 Prescaler (RF_P=1) (continued)  
RF_N [10:0]  
RF_N  
RF_C [5:0]  
RF_B [2:0]  
RF_A [1:0]  
...  
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2039  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
2040-  
2043  
Possible with a second or third order delta-sigma engine.  
2044-  
2045  
Possible only with a second order delta-sigma engine.  
N values greater than 2045 are prohibited.  
>2045  
8.6.2 R1 Register  
Table 17. R1 Register  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
DATA[19:0]  
C3 C2 C1 C0  
RF_P RF_  
R1  
RF_R[5:0]  
RF_FD[11:0]  
0
0
1
1
0
D
P
8.6.2.1 RF_FD[11:0] -- RF PLL Fractional Denominator  
The function of these bits are described in Fractional Denominator Determination { RF_FD[21:12], RF_FD[11:0],  
Access[1]}.  
8.6.2.2 RF_R [5:0] -- RF R Divider Value  
The RF R Counter value is determined by this control word.  
NOTE  
This counter does allow values down to one.  
Table 18. RF R Divider  
R VALUE  
RF_R[5:0]  
1
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
1
.
...  
63  
1
1
1
1
1
1
8.6.2.3 RF_P -- RF Prescaler bit  
The prescaler used is determined by this bit.  
Table 19. RF PLL Prescaler Select Bit and Frequencies  
RF_P  
PRESCALER  
16/17/20/21  
32/33/36/37  
MAXIMUM FREQUENCY  
4000 MHz  
0
1
4500 MHz  
8.6.2.4 RF_PD -- RF Power Down Control Bit  
When this bit is set to 0, the RF PLL operates normally. When it is set to one, the RF PLL is powered down and  
the RF Charge pump is set to a TRI-STATE mode. The CE pin and ATPU bit also control power down functions,  
and will override the RF_PD bit. The order of precedence is as follows. First, if the CE pin is LOW, then the PLL  
will be powered down. Provided this is not the case, the PLL will be powered up if the ATPU bit says to do so,  
regardless of the state of the RF_PD bit. After the CE pin and the ATPU bit are considered, then the RF_PD bit  
then takes control of the power down function for the RF PLL.  
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8.6.3 R2 Register  
Table 20. R2 Register  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
DATA[19:0]  
IF_N[18:0]  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
C3 C2 C1 C0  
R2  
IF_PD  
0
1
0
1
8.6.3.1 IF_N[18:0] -- IF N Divider Value  
Table 21. IF_N Counter Programming With the 8/9 Prescaler (IF_P=0)  
IF_N[18:0]  
N VALUE  
IF_B  
IF_A  
23  
N values less than or equal to 23 are prohibited because IF_B 3 is required.  
Legal divide ratios in this range are:  
24-27, 32-36, 40-45, 48-54  
24-55  
56  
57  
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
1
1
.
1
1
.
1
1
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
1
.
...  
262143  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
1
1
Table 22. Operation With the 16/17 Prescaler (IF_P=1)  
N VALUE  
IF_B  
IF_A  
47  
N values less than or equal to 47 are prohibited because IF_B 3 is required.  
Legal divide ratios in this range are:  
48-51, 64-68, 80-85, 96-102, 112-119, 128-136, 144-153, 160-170, 176-187, 192-204, 208-221, 224-238  
48-239  
240  
241  
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
1
1
.
1
1
.
1
1
.
1
1
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
1
.
...  
524287  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8.6.3.2 IF_PD -- IF Power Down Bit  
When this bit is set to 0, the IF PLL operates normally. When it is set to 1, the IF PLL powers down and the  
output of the IF PLL charge pump is set to a TRI-STATE mode. If the ATPU bit is set and register R0 is written  
to, the IF_PD will be reset to 0 and the IF PLL will be powered up. If the CE pin is held low, the IF PLL will be  
powered down, overriding the IF_PD bit.  
8.6.4 R3 Register  
Table 23. R3 Register  
REGISTER 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
DATA[19:0]  
C3 C2 C1 C0  
R3  
ACCESS[3:0]  
RF_CPG[3:0]  
IF_R[11:0]  
0
1
1
1
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8.6.4.1 IF_R[11:0] -- IF R Divider Value  
For the IF R divider, the R value is determined by the IF_R[11:0] bits in the R3 register. The minimum value for  
IF_R is 3.  
Table 24. IF PLL R Divider  
R VALUE  
IF_R[11:0]  
3
...  
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
1
.
1
.
4095  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8.6.4.2 RF_CPG -- RF PLL Charge Pump Gain  
This is used to control the magnitude of the RF PLL charge pump in steady-state operation.  
Table 25. RF PLL Charge Pump Gain  
TYPICAL RF CHARGE PUMP CURRENT  
AT 3 V (µA)  
RF_CPG  
CHARGE PUMP STATE  
0
1
1X  
2X  
95  
190  
2
3X  
285  
3
4X  
380  
4
5X  
475  
5
6X  
570  
6
7X  
665  
7
8X  
760  
8
9X  
855  
9
10X  
11X  
12X  
13X  
14X  
15X  
16X  
950  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
1045  
1140  
1235  
1330  
1425  
1520  
8.6.4.3 Access -- Register Access Word  
It is mandatory that the first 5 registers R0-R4 be programmed. The programming of registers R5-R7 is optional.  
The ACCESS[3:0] bits determine which additional registers must be programmed. Any one of these registers can  
be individually programmed. According to the table below, when the state of a register is in default mode, all the  
bits in that register are forced to a default state and it is not necessary to program this register. When the register  
is programmable, it needs to be programmed through the MICROWIRE. Using this register access technique, the  
programming required is reduced up to 50%.  
Table 26. Access Word  
ACCESS BIT  
ACCESS[0]  
ACCESS[1]  
ACCESS[2]  
ACCESS[3]  
REGISTER LOCATION  
REGISTER CONTROLLED  
R3[20]  
R3[21]  
R3[22]  
R3[23]  
R4  
R5  
R6  
R7  
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The default conditions the registers is shown in Table 27:  
Table 27. Default Register Conditions  
REGISTER  
23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10  
Data[19:0]  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
C3 C2 C1 C0  
R4  
R5  
R6  
R7  
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
1
1
1
1
This corresponds to the bit settings in Table 28.  
Table 28. Default Register Word Descriptions  
REGISTER  
BIT LOCATION  
R4[23]  
BIT NAME  
ATPU  
BIT DESCRIPTION  
Autopowerup  
BIT VALUE  
BIT STATE  
Disabled  
Strong  
0
2
3
0
0
1
1
1
0
R4[17:16]  
R4[15:14]  
R4[12]  
DITH  
Dithering  
FM  
Modulator Order  
3rd Order  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Positive  
Positive  
16/17  
OSC_2X  
OSC_OUT  
IF_CPP  
RF_CPP  
IF_P  
Oscillator Doubler  
OSCout Pin Enable  
IF Charge Pump Polarity  
RF Charge Pump Polarity  
IF PLL Prescaler  
Ftest/LD Output  
R4  
R4[11]  
R4[10]  
R4[9]  
R4[8]  
R4[7:4]  
MUX  
Disabled  
Extended Fractional  
Denominator  
R5[23:14]  
RF_FD[21:12]  
0
Disabled  
R5  
R6  
Extended Fractional  
Numerator  
R5[13:4]  
R6[23:22]  
R6[21:18]  
RF_FN[21:12]  
CSR  
0
0
0
Disabled  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Disabled  
Cycle Slip Reduction  
Fastlock Charge Pump  
Current  
RF_CPF  
R6[17:4]  
R7[13]  
R7[7]  
RF_TOC  
DIV4  
RF Time-Out Counter  
Lock Detect Adjustment  
IF PLL Counter Reset  
RF PLL Counter Reset  
IF PLL TRI-STATE  
0
0
0
0
0
0
Disabled (Fcomp 20 MHz)  
Disabled  
IF_RST  
RF_RST  
IF_CPT  
RF_CPT  
R7  
R7[6]  
Disabled  
R7[5]  
Disabled  
R7[4]  
RF PLL TRI-STATE  
Disabled  
8.6.5 R4 Register  
This register controls the conditions for the RF PLL in Fastlock.  
Table 29. R4 Register  
REGISTER  
23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13  
DATA[19:0]  
OSC_ OSC_  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
C3 C2 C1 C0  
AT  
PU  
DITH  
[1:0]  
FM  
IF_  
CPP  
RF_  
CPP  
IF_  
P
MUX  
[3:0]  
R4  
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
[1:0]  
2X OUT  
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8.6.5.1 MUX[3:0] Frequency Out and Lock Detect MUX  
These bits determine the output state of the Ftest/LD pin.  
Table 30. MUX/Lock Detect Programming Settings  
MUX[3:0]  
OUTPUT TYPE  
High Impedance  
Push-Pull  
OUTPUT DESCRIPTION  
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
1
Disabled  
General-purpose output, Logical “High” State  
General-purpose output, Logical “Low” State  
RF and IF Digital Lock Detect  
RF Digital Lock Detect  
Push-Pull  
Push-Pull  
Push-Pull  
Push-Pull  
IF Digital Lock Detect  
Open-Drain  
Open-Drain  
Open-Drain  
Push-Pull  
RF and IF Analog Lock Detect  
RF Analog Lock Detect  
IF Analog Lock Detect  
RF and IF Analog Lock Detect  
RF Analog Lock Detect  
Push-Pull  
Push-Pull  
IF Analog Lock Detect  
Push-Pull  
IF R Divider divided by 2  
Push-Pull  
IF N Divider divided by 2  
Push-Pull  
RF R Divider divided by 2  
RF N Divider divided by 2  
Push-Pull  
8.6.5.2 IF_P -- IF Prescaler  
When this bit is set to 0, the 8/9 prescaler is used. Otherwise the 16/17 prescaler is used.  
Table 31. IF PLL Programmable Settings and Frequencies  
IF_P  
IF PRESCALER  
MAXIMUM FREQUENCY  
2300 MHz  
0
1
8/9  
16/17  
3000 MHz  
8.6.5.3 RF_CPP -- RF PLL Charge Pump Polarity  
Table 32. RF PLL Charge Pump Polarity  
RF_CPP  
RF CHARGE PUMP POLARITY  
0
1
Negative  
Positive (Default)  
8.6.5.4 IF_CPP -- IF PLL Charge Pump Polarity  
For a positive phase detector polarity, which is normally the case, set this bit to 1. Otherwise set this bit for a  
negative phase detector polarity.  
Table 33. IF PLL Charge Pump Polarity  
IF_CPP  
IF CHARGE PUMP POLARITY  
0
1
Negative  
Positive  
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8.6.5.5 OSC_OUT Oscillator Output Buffer Enable  
Table 34. OSCout Pin Programmable Settings  
OSC_OUT  
OSCout PIN  
0
1
Disabled (High Impedance)  
Buffered output of OSCin pin  
8.6.5.6 OSC2X -- Oscillator Doubler Enable  
When this bit is set to 0, the oscillator doubler is disabled and the TCXO frequency presented to the IF R and RF  
R counters is equal to that of the input frequency of the OSCin pin. When this bit is set to 1, the TCXO frequency  
presented to the RF R counter is doubled. Phase noise added by the doubler is negligible.  
Table 35. Doubler Settings  
FREQUENCY PRESENTED TO RF R  
COUNTER  
FREQUENCY PRESENTED TO IF R  
COUNTER  
OSC2X  
0
1
fOSCin  
fOSCin  
2 x fOSCin  
8.6.5.7 FM[1:0] -- Fractional Mode  
Determines the order of the delta-sigma modulator. Higher order delta-sigma modulators reduce the spur levels  
closer to the carrier by pushing this noise to higher frequency offsets from the carrier. In general, the order of the  
loop filter should be at least one greater than the order of the delta-sigma modulator to allow for sufficient roll-off.  
Table 36. Programmable Modulator Order  
FM  
0
FUNCTION  
Fractional PLL mode with a 4th order delta-sigma modulator  
Disable the delta-sigma modulator. Recommended for test use only.  
Fractional PLL mode with a 2nd order delta-sigma modulator  
Fractional PLL mode with a 3rd order delta-sigma modulator  
1
2
3
8.6.5.8 DITH[1:0] -- Dithering Control  
Dithering is a technique used to spread out the spur energy. Enabling dithering can reduce the main fractional  
spurs, but can also give rise to a family of smaller spurs. Whether dithering helps or hurts is application specific.  
Enabling the dithering may also increase the phase noise. In most cases where the fractional numerator is zero,  
dithering usually degrades performance.  
Dithering tends to be most beneficial in applications where there is insufficient filtering of the spurs. This often  
occurs when the loop bandwidth is very wide or a higher order delta-sigma modulator is used. Dithering tends  
not to impact the main fractional spurs much, but has a much larger impact on the sub-fractional spurs. If it is  
decided that dithering will be used, best results will be obtained when the fractional denominator is at least 1000.  
Table 37. Dithering Settings  
DITH  
DITHERING MODE USED  
Disabled  
0
1
2
3
Weak Dithering  
Strong Dithering  
Reserved  
8.6.5.9 ATPU -- PLL Automatic Power Up  
When this bit is set to 1, both the RF and IF PLL power up when the R0 register is written to. When the R0  
register is written to, the PD_RF and PD_IF bits are changed to 0 in the PLL registers. The exception to this case  
is when the CE pin is low. In this case, the ATPU function is disabled.  
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8.6.6 R5 Register  
Table 38. R5 Register  
23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
REGISTER  
DATA[19:0]  
C3 C2 C1 C0  
R5  
RF_FD[21:12]  
RF_FN[21:12]  
1
0
1
1
8.6.6.1 Fractional Numerator Determination { RF_FN[21:12], RF_FN[11:0], Access[1] }  
In the case that the ACCESS[1] bit is 0, then the part operates in 12-bit fractional mode, and the RF_FN2[21:12]  
bits become do not care bits. When the ACCESS[1] bit is set to 1, the part operates in 22-bit mode and the  
fractional numerator is expanded from 12 to 22-bits.  
Table 39. Fractional Numerator Calculation  
FRACTIONAL  
RF_FN[21:12]  
RF_FN[11:0]  
NUMERATOR  
(These bits only apply in 22-bit mode)  
0
1
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
1
.
In 12-bit mode, these are do not care.  
In 22-bit mode, for N <4096,  
...  
these bits should be all set to 0.  
4095  
4096  
...  
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
1
.
4194303  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8.6.6.2 Fractional Denominator Determination { RF_FD[21:12], RF_FD[11:0], Access[1]}  
In the case that the ACCESS[1] bit is 0, then the part is operates in the 12-bit fractional mode, and the  
RF_FD[21:12] bits become do not care bits. When the ACCESS[1] is set to 1, the part operates in 22-bit mode  
and the fractional denominator is expanded from 12 to 22-bits.  
Table 40. Fractional Denominator Calculation  
FRACTIONAL  
RF_FD[21:12]  
RF_FD[11:0]  
DENOMINATOR  
(These bits only apply in 22-bit mode)  
0
1
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
0
.
0
1
.
In 12-bit mode, these are do not care.  
In 22-bit mode, for N <4096,  
...  
these bits should be all set to 0.  
4095  
4096  
...  
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
1
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
0
.
1
.
4194303  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8.6.7 R6 Register  
Table 41. R6 Register  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
DATA[19:0]  
C3 C2 C1 C0  
R6  
CSR[1:0]  
RF_CPF[3:0]  
RF_TOC[13:0]  
1
1
0
1
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8.6.7.1 RF_TOC -- RF Time-Out Counter and Control for FLoutRF Pin  
The RF_TOC[13:0] word controls the operation of the RF Fastlock circuitry as well as the function of the  
FLoutRF output pin. When this word is set to a value between 0 and 3, the RF Fastlock circuitry is disabled and  
the FLoutRF pin operates as a general-purpose CMOS TRI-STATE I/O. When RF_TOC is set to a value  
between 4 and 16383, the RF Fastlock mode is enabled and the FLoutRF pin is used as the RF Fastlock output  
pin. The value programmed into the RF_TOC[13:0] word represents two times the number of phase detector  
comparison cycles the RF synthesizer will spend in the Fastlock state.  
Table 42. RF PLL Timout Counter  
RF_TOC  
FASTLOCK MODE  
FASTLOCK PERIOD [CP EVENTS]  
FLoutRF PIN FUNCTIONALITY  
0
Disabled  
N/A  
High Impedance  
Logic “0” State.  
Forces all Fastlock conditions  
1
Manual  
N/A  
2
Disabled  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Enabled  
Enabled  
Enabled  
N/A  
N/A  
Logic “0” State  
Logic “1” State  
Fastlock  
3
4
4X2 = 8  
5X2 = 10  
5
Fastlock  
Fastlock  
16383  
16383X2 = 32766  
Fastlock  
8.6.7.2 RF_CPF -- RF PLL Fastlock Charge Pump Current  
Specify the charge pump current for the Fastlock operation mode for the RF PLL.  
NOTE  
The Fastlock charge pump current, steady-state current, and CSR control are all  
interrelated.  
Table 43. RF PLL Fastlock Charge Pump Current  
TYPICAL RF CHARGE PUMP CURRENT  
AT 3 V (µA)  
RF_CPF  
RF CHARGE PUMP STATE  
0
1
1X  
2X  
95  
190  
2
3X  
285  
3
4X  
380  
4
5X  
475  
5
6X  
570  
6
7X  
665  
7
8X  
760  
8
9X  
855  
9
10X  
11X  
12X  
13X  
14X  
15X  
16X  
950  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
1045  
1140  
1235  
1330  
1425  
1520  
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8.6.7.3 CSR[1:0] -- RF Cycle Slip Reduction  
CSR controls the operation of the Cycle Slip Reduction Circuit. This circuit can be used to reduce the occurrence  
of phase detector cycle slips.  
NOTE  
The Fastlock charge pump current, steady-state current, and CSR control are all  
interrelated. Refer to Cycle Slip Reduction and Fastlock for information on how to use this.  
Table 44. RF PLL Cycle Slip Reduction  
CSR  
CSR STATE  
Disabled  
Enabled  
SAMPLE RATE REDUCTION FACTOR  
0
1
2
3
1
1/2  
1/4  
1/16  
Enabled  
Enabled  
8.6.8 R7 Register  
Table 45. R7 Register  
REGISTER  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Data[19:0]  
C3  
C2  
C1  
C0  
DIV  
4
IF_R RF_ IF_C RF_  
ST RST PT CPT  
R7  
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
8.6.8.1 DIV4 -- RF Digital Lock Detect Divide By 4  
Because the digital lock detect function is based on a phase error, it becomes more difficult to detect a locked  
condition for larger comparison frequencies. When this bit is enabled, it subdivides the RF PLL comparison  
frequency (it does not apply to the IF comparison frequency) presented to the digital lock detect circuitry by 4.  
This enables this circuitry to work at higher comparison frequencies. TI recommends that this bit be enabled  
whenever the comparison frequency exceeds 20 MHz and RF digital lock detect is being used.  
8.6.8.2 IF_RST -- IF PLL Counter Reset  
When this bit is enabled, the IF PLL N and R counters are reset, and the charge pump is put in a TRI-STATE  
condition. This feature should be disabled for normal operation.  
NOTE  
a counter reset is applied whenever the chip is powered up through software or CE pin.  
Table 46. IF PLL Counter Reset  
IF_RST  
0 (Default)  
1
IF PLL N AND R COUNTERS  
Normal Operation  
IF PLL CHARGE PUMP  
Normal Operation  
TRI-STATE  
Counter Reset  
8.6.8.3 RF_RST -- RF PLL Counter Reset  
When this bit is enabled, the RF PLL N and R counters are reset and the charge pump is put in a TRI-STATE  
condition. This feature should be disabled for normal operation. This feature should be disabled for normal  
operation.  
NOTE  
A counter reset is applied whenever the chip is powered up through software or CE pin.  
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Table 47. RF PLL Counter Reset  
RF_RST  
0 (Default)  
1
RF PLL N and R Counters  
Normal Operation  
RF PLL Charge Pump  
Normal Operation  
TRI-STATE  
Counter Reset  
8.6.8.4 RF_TRI -- RF Charge Pump TRI-STATE  
When this bit is enabled, the RF PLL charge pump is put in a TRI-STATE condition, but the counters are not  
reset. This feature is typically disabled for normal operation.  
Table 48. RF PLL Charge Pump TRI-STATE  
RF_TRI  
0 (Default)  
1
RF PLL N and R Counters  
Normal Operation  
RF PLL Charge Pump  
Normal Operation  
TRI-STATE  
Normal Operation  
8.6.8.5 IF_TRI -- IF Charge Pump TRI-STATE  
When this bit is enabled, the IF PLL charge pump is put in a TRI-STATE condition, but the counters are not  
reset. This feature is typically disabled for normal operation.  
Table 49. IF PLL Charge Pump TRI-STATE  
IF_TRI  
0 (Default)  
1
IF PLL N and R Counters  
Normal Operation  
IF PLL Charge Pump  
Normal Operation  
TRI-STATE  
Normal Operation  
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9 Application and Implementation  
NOTE  
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component  
specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are  
responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should  
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.  
9.1 Application Information  
This device ideal for use in a broad class of applications, especially those requiring low current consumption and  
low fractional spurs. For applications that only need a single PLL, the unused PLL can be powered down and will  
not draw any extra current or generate any spurs or crosstalk.  
9.2 Typical Application  
3.3 V  
+3.3 V  
R5  
10  
C7 R6  
10 uF10  
R4  
10  
R3  
10  
R2  
10  
R1  
10  
VddRF5  
VddRF4  
VddRF3  
VddRF2  
VddRF1  
C6  
C3p  
C5  
1μF  
C4p C4  
100 pF 1μF  
C3  
1μF  
C2  
1μF  
C2p  
100 pF  
C1  
1μF  
C1p  
100 pF  
C5p  
100 pF  
1μF  
100 pF  
U1  
13  
16  
FINIF  
CPOUTIF  
OSCOUT  
FTEST/LD  
CPOUTRF  
FLOUTRF  
19  
20  
18  
12  
1
C8  
ENOSC  
OSCIN  
C9  
OSCin  
Ftest/LD  
R7  
470  
0.1μF  
4
5
1
12  
11  
10  
9
FINRF  
FINRF  
GND  
GND  
R3_LF  
R4_LF  
2
3
4
C11  
Vtune  
GND  
GND  
GND  
RFout  
GND  
R8  
18  
R9  
18  
0.1μF  
RFout  
C1_LF  
C2_LF  
C4_LF  
C10  
100pF  
10  
8
7
23  
C3_LF  
CE  
CLK  
DATA  
LE  
CE  
100pF  
CLK  
DATA  
LE  
6
R2_LF  
R10  
18  
+3.3 V  
14  
17  
VDDIF1  
VDDIF2  
21  
U2  
NC  
3
9
22  
24  
11  
VddRF1  
VddRF2  
VddRF3  
VddRF4  
VddRF5  
VDDRF1  
VDDRF2  
VDDRF3  
VDDRF4  
VDDRF5  
2
15  
GND  
GND  
25  
GND  
LMX248x  
Figure 24. Typical Application  
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Typical Application (continued)  
9.2.1 Design Requirements  
Table 50 lists the design parameters of the LMX2486.  
Table 50. Design Parameters  
PARAMETER  
Phase Margin  
VALUE  
46.5 degrees  
9.8 KHz  
4.50%  
PM  
BW  
Loop Bandwidth  
T3/T1  
T4/T3  
KPD  
Pole Ratio  
57.70%  
8X (760 µA)  
20 MHz  
3200 – 3250  
3 V  
Charge Pump Gain  
Phase Detector Frequency  
VCO Frequency  
Supply  
fPD  
fVCO  
Vcc  
KVCO  
CVCO  
C1_LF  
C2_LF  
C3_LF  
C4_LF  
R2_LF  
R3_LF  
R4_LF  
VCO Gain  
90 MHz/V  
22 pF  
VCO Input Capacitance  
6.8 nF  
220 nF  
4.7 nF  
Loop Filter Components  
15 nF  
150 Ω  
56 Ω  
33 Ω  
9.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure  
The design of the loop filter involves balancing requirements of lock time, spurs, and phase noise. This design is  
fairly involved, but the TI website has references, design tools, and simulation tools cover the loop filter design  
and simulation in depth.  
9.2.3 Application Curves  
Figure 26. Fractional Spurs at 200-kHz Offset  
Figure 25. Phase Noise  
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10 Power Supply Recommendations  
Low noise regulators are generally recommended for the supply pins. It is OK to have one regulator supply the  
part, although it is best to put individual bypassing as shown in the Layout Guidelines for the best spur  
performance. If only using one PLL and not both DO NOT DISCONNECT OR GROUND power pins! For  
instance, the IF PLL supply pins also supply other blocks than just the IF PLL and they must be connected.  
However, if the IF PLL is disabled, then one can eliminate all bypass capacitors from these pins.  
11 Layout  
11.1 Layout Guidelines  
The critical pin is the high freqeuncy input pin that should have a short trace. In general, try to keep the ground  
and power planes 20 mils or more farther away from vias to supply pins to ensure that no spur energy can  
couple to them.  
11.2 Layout Example  
High  
Frequency  
Input Pin  
Figure 27. Simplified Layout for Only RF PLL Used  
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12 Device and Documentation Support  
12.1 Community Resources  
The following links connect to TI community resources. Linked contents are provided "AS IS" by the respective  
contributors. They do not constitute TI specifications and do not necessarily reflect TI's views; see TI's Terms of  
Use.  
TI E2E™ Online Community TI's Engineer-to-Engineer (E2E) Community. Created to foster collaboration  
among engineers. At e2e.ti.com, you can ask questions, share knowledge, explore ideas and help  
solve problems with fellow engineers.  
Design Support TI's Design Support Quickly find helpful E2E forums along with design support tools and  
contact information for technical support.  
12.2 Trademarks  
PLLatinum, E2E are trademarks of Texas Instruments.  
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.  
12.3 Electrostatic Discharge Caution  
These devices have limited built-in ESD protection. The leads should be shorted together or the device placed in conductive foam  
during storage or handling to prevent electrostatic damage to the MOS gates.  
12.4 Glossary  
SLYZ022 TI Glossary.  
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.  
13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information  
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current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of  
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PACKAGING INFORMATION  
Orderable Device  
Status Package Type Package Pins Package  
Eco Plan  
Lead finish/  
Ball material  
MSL Peak Temp  
Op Temp (°C)  
Device Marking  
Samples  
Drawing  
Qty  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
(4/5)  
(6)  
LMX2486SQ/NOPB  
ACTIVE  
WQFN  
RTW  
24  
1000 RoHS & Green  
SN  
Level-3-260C-168 HR  
-40 to 85  
L2486SQ  
(1) The marketing status values are defined as follows:  
ACTIVE: Product device recommended for new designs.  
LIFEBUY: TI has announced that the device will be discontinued, and a lifetime-buy period is in effect.  
NRND: Not recommended for new designs. Device is in production to support existing customers, but TI does not recommend using this part in a new design.  
PREVIEW: Device has been announced but is not in production. Samples may or may not be available.  
OBSOLETE: TI has discontinued the production of the device.  
(2) RoHS: TI defines "RoHS" to mean semiconductor products that are compliant with the current EU RoHS requirements for all 10 RoHS substances, including the requirement that RoHS substance  
do not exceed 0.1% by weight in homogeneous materials. Where designed to be soldered at high temperatures, "RoHS" products are suitable for use in specified lead-free processes. TI may  
reference these types of products as "Pb-Free".  
RoHS Exempt: TI defines "RoHS Exempt" to mean products that contain lead but are compliant with EU RoHS pursuant to a specific EU RoHS exemption.  
Green: TI defines "Green" to mean the content of Chlorine (Cl) and Bromine (Br) based flame retardants meet JS709B low halogen requirements of <=1000ppm threshold. Antimony trioxide based  
flame retardants must also meet the <=1000ppm threshold requirement.  
(3) MSL, Peak Temp. - The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating according to the JEDEC industry standard classifications, and peak solder temperature.  
(4) There may be additional marking, which relates to the logo, the lot trace code information, or the environmental category on the device.  
(5) Multiple Device Markings will be inside parentheses. Only one Device Marking contained in parentheses and separated by a "~" will appear on a device. If a line is indented then it is a continuation  
of the previous line and the two combined represent the entire Device Marking for that device.  
(6)  
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PACKAGE MATERIALS INFORMATION  
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TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION  
REEL DIMENSIONS  
TAPE DIMENSIONS  
K0  
P1  
W
B0  
Reel  
Diameter  
Cavity  
A0  
A0 Dimension designed to accommodate the component width  
B0 Dimension designed to accommodate the component length  
K0 Dimension designed to accommodate the component thickness  
Overall width of the carrier tape  
W
P1 Pitch between successive cavity centers  
Reel Width (W1)  
QUADRANT ASSIGNMENTS FOR PIN 1 ORIENTATION IN TAPE  
Sprocket Holes  
Q1 Q2  
Q3 Q4  
Q1 Q2  
Q3 Q4  
User Direction of Feed  
Pocket Quadrants  
*All dimensions are nominal  
Device  
Package Package Pins  
Type Drawing  
SPQ  
Reel  
Reel  
A0  
B0  
K0  
P1  
W
Pin1  
Diameter Width (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Quadrant  
(mm) W1 (mm)  
LMX2486SQ/NOPB  
WQFN  
RTW  
24  
1000  
178.0  
12.4  
4.3  
4.3  
1.3  
8.0  
12.0  
Q1  
Pack Materials-Page 1  
PACKAGE MATERIALS INFORMATION  
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TAPE AND REEL BOX DIMENSIONS  
Width (mm)  
H
W
L
*All dimensions are nominal  
Device  
Package Type Package Drawing Pins  
WQFN RTW 24  
SPQ  
Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm)  
208.0 191.0 35.0  
LMX2486SQ/NOPB  
1000  
Pack Materials-Page 2  
PACKAGE OUTLINE  
RTW0024A  
WQFN - 0.8 mm max height  
S
C
A
L
E
3
.
0
0
0
PLASTIC QUAD FLATPACK - NO LEAD  
4.1  
3.9  
B
A
PIN 1 INDEX AREA  
4.1  
3.9  
C
0.8 MAX  
SEATING PLANE  
0.08 C  
0.05  
0.00  
2X 2.5  
(0.1) TYP  
EXPOSED  
THERMAL PAD  
7
12  
20X 0.5  
6
13  
2X  
25  
2.5  
2.6 0.1  
1
18  
0.3  
24X  
0.2  
24  
19  
PIN 1 ID  
(OPTIONAL)  
0.1  
C A B  
C
0.05  
0.5  
0.3  
24X  
4222815/A 03/2016  
NOTES:  
1. All linear dimensions are in millimeters. Any dimensions in parenthesis are for reference only. Dimensioning and tolerancing  
per ASME Y14.5M.  
2. This drawing is subject to change without notice.  
3. The package thermal pad must be soldered to the printed circuit board for thermal and mechanical performance.  
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EXAMPLE BOARD LAYOUT  
RTW0024A  
WQFN - 0.8 mm max height  
PLASTIC QUAD FLATPACK - NO LEAD  
(
2.6)  
SYMM  
24  
19  
24X (0.6)  
1
18  
24X (0.25)  
(1.05)  
SYMM  
25  
(3.8)  
20X (0.5)  
(R0.05)  
TYP  
6
13  
(
0.2) TYP  
VIA  
7
12  
(1.05)  
(3.8)  
LAND PATTERN EXAMPLE  
SCALE:15X  
0.07 MIN  
ALL AROUND  
0.07 MAX  
ALL AROUND  
SOLDER MASK  
OPENING  
METAL  
SOLDER MASK  
OPENING  
METAL UNDER  
SOLDER MASK  
NON SOLDER MASK  
DEFINED  
SOLDER MASK  
DEFINED  
(PREFERRED)  
SOLDER MASK DETAILS  
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NOTES: (continued)  
4. This package is designed to be soldered to a thermal pad on the board. For more information, see Texas Instruments literature  
number SLUA271 (www.ti.com/lit/slua271).  
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EXAMPLE STENCIL DESIGN  
RTW0024A  
WQFN - 0.8 mm max height  
PLASTIC QUAD FLATPACK - NO LEAD  
4X ( 1.15)  
(0.675) TYP  
19  
(R0.05) TYP  
24  
24X (0.6)  
1
18  
24X (0.25)  
(0.675)  
TYP  
SYMM  
20X (0.5)  
25  
(3.8)  
6
13  
METAL  
TYP  
7
12  
SYMM  
(3.8)  
SOLDER PASTE EXAMPLE  
BASED ON 0.125 mm THICK STENCIL  
EXPOSED PAD 25:  
78% PRINTED SOLDER COVERAGE BY AREA UNDER PACKAGE  
SCALE:20X  
4222815/A 03/2016  
NOTES: (continued)  
5. Laser cutting apertures with trapezoidal walls and rounded corners may offer better paste release. IPC-7525 may have alternate  
design recommendations.  
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