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Programmable low noise amplifier and methods for use therewith

US8400224B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 18, 2011
Grant dateMar 19, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 18, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03F3/45188
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A low noise amplifier includes a programmable input stage, having a first gain that is programmable based on a first control signal. A programmable cascode stage, has a second gain that is programmable based on a second control signal. A programmable resistor stage controls the quality of a resonant tank circuit, based on a third control signal.

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