Avago Technologies’ ALM-1612/ALM-GP002/ALM-GP003 is a GPS front-end module that combines a low-noise amplifier (LNA) with a GPS FBAR filter. ALM-1612/ALM-GP002/ ALM-GP003 is housed in a MCOB 3.3mmx2.1mmx1mm, 4.5mmx2.2mmx1mm and 2.9mmx2.0mmx1mm respectively, operates at 1.575GHz. The LNA uses Avago Technologies’ proprietary GaAs Enhancement-mode pHEMT process to achieve high gain with very low noise figure and high linearity. Noise figure distribution is very tightly controlled. A CMOS-compatible shutdown pin is included either for turning the LNA on/off, or for current adjustment. The integrated filter utilizes an Avago Technologies’ leading-edge FBAR filter for exceptional rejection at Cell/ PCS-Band frequencies. The low noise figure and high gain, coupled with low current consumption make it suitable for use in critical low-power GPS applications or during low-battery situations.