The MC13136P is a single chip narrow band FM receiver intended for use in various wireless applications. Manufactured by Freescale (now NXP), it's designed for low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices such as remote controls, security systems, and other ISM band applications.

Applications

• Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) systems
• Remote control systems
• Wireless security alarms
• Garage door openers
• Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS)

Features

• Single-chip FM receiver
• Low-IF architecture
• Low voltage operation
• Low power consumption
• Integrated VCO and PLL
• RSSI output
• Data slicer
• Programmable bandwidth

Benefits

• Reduced BOM cost: The highly integrated nature of the device reduces the need for external components, lowering the overall bill of materials cost.
• Extended battery life: The low power consumption allows for prolonged operation in battery-powered applications.
• Improved receiver performance: The low-IF architecture enhances sensitivity and selectivity, leading to better signal reception.
• Simplified design: The integrated VCO and PLL simplify the design process and reduce development time.
• Enhanced system reliability: With fewer external components, the overall system reliability is improved.

Additional Details

The MC13136P receiver employs a low intermediate frequency (IF) architecture to achieve high sensitivity and selectivity while minimizing external components. The integrated Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) and Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) eliminate the need for external frequency generation components, further simplifying the design process. The Receiver Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) output provides information about the received signal strength, which can be used for range detection or signal quality monitoring. The data slicer converts the received analog signal into digital data for further processing. The bandwidth is programmable, allowing the receiver to be optimized for different data rates and channel spacings. The MC13136P operates at a low voltage, making it ideal for battery-powered applications. It is typically available in a through-hole package.