The MAX2140ETH+T from Maxim Integrated is a state-of-the-art silicon tuner specifically designed for Digital Video Broadcasting-Terrestrial/Handheld (DVB-T/H) applications. This highly integrated device is a complete single-chip solution that simplifies the design and manufacturing process for portable and stationary digital TV and radio applications, including USB TV sticks, personal video recorders, and automotive TV receivers.

Key Features

• Highly Integrated Design: Incorporates an RF-to-baseband downconverter, eliminating the need for numerous external components and reducing the overall system cost and complexity.
• Wide Frequency Range: Capable of receiving signals in the VHF-III, UHF-IV/V, and L bands, making it versatile for a broad range of global DVB-T/H standards.
• Low Power Consumption: Engineered for efficiency, this tuner is ideal for battery-powered devices, ensuring longer operation time and improved user experience.
• Automatic Gain Control (AGC): Features AGC with a wide dynamic range, providing consistent performance across various signal conditions.
• Integrated Phase-Locked Loop (PLL): Comes with a built-in PLL synthesizer, further reducing the need for external components and simplifying the design.

Performance and Flexibility

The MAX2140ETH+T offers exceptional performance with its on-chip filtering and amplification stages, ensuring clear signal reception and high-quality output. Its flexibility in interfacing with a variety of baseband processors via its I²C-compatible control interface makes it a versatile choice for designers looking to create DVB-T/H compliant devices.

Compact and Robust

Enclosed in a compact 5mm x 5mm, 32-pin thin QFN package, the MAX2140ETH+T is designed for space-constrained applications. Its robust design ensures reliable operation in harsh environments, which is particularly important for automotive and outdoor applications.

Applications

• Portable and stationary DVB-T/H TVs
• USB TV sticks
• Personal video recorders
• Automotive TV receivers
• Other digital TV and radio applications

With the MAX2140ETH+T, Maxim Integrated continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing innovative and integrated solutions for the digital broadcast industry.