ACFM-7104
Quintplexer for PCS Blocks A–G/Cellular/S-GPS
Data Sheet
Description
The Avago Technologies’ ACFM-7104 is a miniature quint-
plexer that combines an extended frequency range PCS
duplexer (Blocks A-G) with a Cellular duplexer and GPS
filter. This device simplifies handset applications that
are designed for simultaneous voice service and GPS
positioning.
The ACFM-7104 features two antenna connections, one
for the duplexers and a separate antenna port for the
GPS filter. The ACFM-7104 can be used for single antenna
applications by simply connecting both antenna terminals
together with a single, external SMT component.
The ACFM-7104 is designed with Avago Technologies’
Film Bulk Acoustic Resonator (FBAR) technology. The
ACFM-7104 also utilizes Avago Technologies’ innovative
Microcap bonded-wafer, chip scale packaging tech-
nology. This process allows the filters to be assembled in
a module with a footprint of only 4 x 7 mm and maximum
height of 1.2 mm.
Low Tx Insertion Loss reduces power amplifier current, ex-
tending battery life and talk time. The ACFM-7104 enhances
receiver sensitivity and dynamic range with low Rx Insertion
Loss and high rejection of Tx signals at the Rx ports.
The excellent power handling capability of Avago Tech-
nologies’ FBAR bulk-mode resonators supports the high
Tx output power levels needed in handsets while adding
virtually no distortion.
Features
x
Extended PCS frequency range covers Blocks A through G
x
Dual/Single Antenna Option
– Common Antenna connection for PCS and Cell band
duplexers
– Separate GPS Antenna connection
– Duplexer and GPS antennas can be connected
together with an inductor for single antenna
applications
x
Miniature size
– 4 x 7 mm footprint
– 1.2 mm Max Height
x
High Power Rating
– +33 dBm Max Tx Power
x
Environmental
– RoHS Compliant
– TBBPA Free
– Halogen Free
Specifications
x
Performance guaranteed –10 to +85°C
x
GPS Filter (1574.42–1576.42 MHz)
– Insertion Loss: 1.7 dB Max, 0.6 dB Typ (25°C)
– Isolation in PCS: 45 dB Min, Cell Tx: 50 dB Min
x
Cellular Duplexer Rx (869 – 894 MHz)
– Insertion Loss: 3.6 dB Max, 2.1 dB Typ (25°C)
– Noise Blocking: 40 dB Min
x
Cellular Duplexer Tx (824 – 849 MHz)
– Insertion Loss: 2.9 dB Max, 1.4 dB Typ (25°C)
– Interferer Blocking: 55 dB Min
x
PCS Duplexer Rx (1930.5 – 1994.4 MHz)
– Insertion Loss: 4.0 dB Max, 1.7 dB Typ (25°C)
– Noise Blocking: 40 dB Min
x
PCS Duplexer Tx (1850.5 – 1914.4 MHz)
– Insertion Loss: 4.1 dB Max, 1.6 dB Typ (25°C)
– Interferer Blocking: 53 dB Min
Functional Block Diagram
GPS
Port 4
Ant-2
Port 7
Ant-1
Port 1
Applications
Port 6
Cell Rx
Port 3
PCS Rx
Port 5
Cell Tx
Port 2
PCS Tx
x
Handsets or data terminals operating in the Cellular
and extended PCS frequency bands with simultaneous
GPS positioning capability
ACFM-7104 Electrical Specifications, Z
0
=50
:,
T
C [1] [2]
as indicated, Dual Antenna Connection
[4]
– 10°C
Symbol
Parameter
Antenna–2 Port to GPS Receive Port
S47
S47
S44
S77
Insertion Loss in GPS Band (L1)
(1574.42–1576.42 MHz)
Insertion Loss Ripple (p-p)
in GPS Band
Return Loss (SWR) of GPS Port
in GPS Band
Return Loss (SWR) of Antenna–2
Port in GPS Band
Isolation in Cellular Tx Band
(824–849 MHz)
Isolation in GPS Band
(1574.42–1576.42 MHz)
Isolation in PCS Tx Band
(1850.5 – 1914.4 MHz)
Isolation in GPS Band
(1574.42–1576.42 MHz)
dB
dB
dB
dB
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
9
9
1.6
0.6
–
23
21
1.6
0.5
(2.1)
(2.1)
9
9
1.7
1.0
(2.1)
(2.1)
+25°C
Typ
[3]
Max
Min
Typ
[3]
Max
+85°C
Min
Typ
[3]
Max
Units
Min
GPS Filter Performance
Isolation – Cellular Transmit Port to GPS Port (Single Antenna)
[5]
S45
S45
dB
dB
50
40
50
40
54
53
50
40
Isolation – PCS Transmit Port to GPS Port (Single Antenna)
[5]
S42
S42
dB
dB
45
40
45
40
49
46
45
40
Cellular Duplexer Performance
Antenna–1 Port to Cellular Receive Port
S61
S61
S61
S61
S61
S61
S66
S11
Insertion Loss in Rx band
(869–894 MHz)
Insertion Loss Ripple (p-p)
in Rx Band
Attenuation in Tx band
(824–849 MHz)
Attenuation, 0–804 MHz
Attenuation in Tx 2
nd
harmonic band
(1648–1698 MHz)
Attenuation in Tx 3
rd
harmonic band
(2472–2547 MHz)
Return Loss (SWR) of Rx Port
in Rx Band (869–894 MHz)
Return Loss (SWR) of Antenna–1
Port in Rx Band (869–894 MHz)
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
55
205
30
19
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
3.6
3.4
55
25
30
19
9
9
2.1
–
59
36
59
48
18
10
(2.1)
(2.1)
3.6
2.5
50
25
30
8
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
3.6
Notes:
1. T
C
is the case temperature and is defined as the temperature of the underside of the quintplexer where it makes contact with the circuit board.
2. Min/Max specifications are guaranteed at the indicated temperature with the input power to the Tx ports equal to or less than +29 dBm over all Tx
frequencies unless otherwise noted.
3. Typical data is the arithmetic mean value of the parameter over its indicated frequency range at the specified temperature. Typical values may vary
over time.
4. Unless otherwise noted, specifications are for Dual Antenna connection as shown in Figure 1 and include effect of 5.1 nH inductor and 1.0 pF
capacitor added to Port 1 (Ant-1) via simulation.
5. Specifications is for Single Antenna connection as shown in Figure 2 and include effect of 5.1 nH inductor added between Port 1 (Ant-1) and Port 7
(Ant-2) via simulation.
2
ACFM-7104 Electrical Specifications, Z
0
=50
:,
T
C [1] [2]
as indicated, Dual Antenna Connection
[4]
(continued)
– 10°C
Symbol
S15
S15
S15
S15
S15
S15
S15
S55
S11
+25°C
Typ
[3]
Max
2.9
+85°C
Typ
[3]
Max
1.4
–
2.9
1.5
37
20
37
20
8
(2.1)
(2.1)
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
Parameter
Cellular Transmit Port to Antenna–1 Port
Insertion Loss in Tx band
(824–849 MHz)
Insertion Loss Ripple (p-p)
in Tx Band
Attenuation in Rx band
(869–894 MHz)
Attenuation, 0–804 MHz
Attenuation in GPS band
(1574.42–1576.42 MHz)
Attenuation in Tx 2
nd
harmonic band
(1648–1698 MHz)
Attenuation in Tx 3
rd
harmonic band
(2472–2547 MHz)
Units
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
Min
Min
Min
Typ
[3]
Max
2.9
2.5
39
20
37
20
8
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
40
20
37
20
8
9
9
64
39
47
44
24
13
13
Return Loss (SWR) of Tx Port in Tx band dB
(824–849 MHz))
Return Loss (SWR) of Antenna–1 port
in Tx Band (824–849 MHz)
Isolation, Tx to Rx port in Rx Band
(869–894 MHz)
Isolation, Tx to Rx port in Tx Band
(824–849 MHz)
dB
Isolation, Cellular Transmit Port to Cellular Receive Port
S65
S65
dB
dB
40
55
40
55
58
67
40
55
PCS Duplexer Performance
Antenna–1 Port to PCS Receive Port
S31
S31
S31
S31
S31
S33
S11
Insertion Loss in Rx Band
(1930.5–1994.4 MHz)
Insertion Loss Ripple (p-p)
in Rx Band
Attenuation in Tx Band
(1850.5–1914.4 MHz)
Attenuation 0.03–1770 MHz
Attenuation 2025–3700 MHz
Return Loss (SWR) of Rx Port in Rx
Band (1930.5–1994.4 MHz)
Return Loss (SWR) of Antenna–1
Port in Rx Band
(1930.5–1994.4 MHz)
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
50
20
30
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
4.0
3.0
50
20
30
9
9
1.7
–
60
40
55
17
18
(2.1)
(2.1)
3.6
2.5
50
20
30
9
9
(2.1)
(2.1)
3.7
Notes:
1. T
C
is the case temperature and is defined as the temperature of the underside of the quintplexer where it makes contact with the circuit board.
2. Min/Max specifications are guaranteed at the indicated temperature with the input power to the Tx ports equal to or less than +29 dBm over all Tx
frequencies unless otherwise noted.
3. Typical data is the arithmetic mean value of the parameter over its indicated frequency range at the specified temperature. Typical values may vary
over time.
4. Unless otherwise noted, specifications are for Dual Antenna connection as shown in Figure 1 and include effect of 5.1 nH inductor and 1.0 pF
capacitor added to Port 1 (Ant-1) via simulation.
5. Specifications is for Single Antenna connection as shown in Figure 2 and include effect of 5.1 nH inductor added between Port 1 (Ant-1) and Port 7
(Ant-2) via simulation.
3
ACFM-7104 Electrical Specifications, Z
0
=50
:,
T
C [1] [2]
as indicated, Dual Antenna Connection
[4]
(continued)
– 10°C
Symbol
S12
S12
S12
S12
S12
S12
S12
S12
S22
S11
+25°C
Typ
[3]
Max
3.1
+85°C
Typ
[3]
Max
1.6
–
3.1
1.5
39
15
37
25
10
8
(2.0)
(2.1)
9.5
9
(2.0)
(2.1)
Parameter
PCS Transmit Port to Antenna–1 Port
Insertion Loss in Tx Band
(1850.5–1914.4 MHz)
Insertion Loss Ripple (p-p)
in Tx Band
Attenuation in Rx Band
(1930.5–1994.4 MHz)
Attenuation 0.03–1570 MHz
Attenuation in GPS Band
(1574.42–1576.42 MHz)
Attenuation 1580 – 1700 MHz
Attenuation in Tx 2
nd
harmonic band
(3701–3829 MHz)
Attenuation in Tx 3
rd
harmonic band
(5551.5–5743.5 MHz)
Units
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
Min
Min
Min
Typ
[3]
Max
4.1
2.5
37
15
37
25
10
8
9.5
9
(2.0)
(2.1)
39
15
37
25
10
8
9.5
9
60
42
40
42
19
24
13
13
Return Loss (SWR) of Tx Port in Tx band dB
(1850.5–1914.4 MHz)
Return Loss (SWR) of Antenna–1 port
in Tx Band (1850.5–1914.4 MHz)
Isolation, Tx to Rx port in Rx Band
(1930.5–1994.4 MHz)
Isolation, Tx to Rx port in Tx Band
(1850.5–1914.4 MHz)
dB
Isolation, PCS Transmit Port to PCS Receive Port
S32
S32
dB
dB
40
53
40
53
51
64
40
53
Notes:
1. T
C
is the case temperature and is defined as the temperature of the underside of the quintplexer where it makes contact with the circuit board.
2. Min/Max specifications are guaranteed at the indicated temperature with the input power to the Tx ports equal to or less than +29 dBm over all Tx
frequencies unless otherwise noted.
3. Typical data is the arithmetic mean value of the parameter over its indicated frequency range at the specified temperature. Typical values may vary
over time.
4. Unless otherwise noted, specifications are for Dual Antenna connection as shown in Figure 1 and include effect of 5.1 nH inductor and 1.0 pF
capacitor added to Port 1 (Ant-1) via simulation.
5. Specifications is for Single Antenna connection as shown in Figure 2 and include effect of 5.1 nH inductor added between Port 1 (Ant-1) and Port 7
(Ant-2) via simulation.
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
[1]
Parameter
Storage temperature
Maximum RF Input Power to Tx Ports
Unit
°C
dBm
Value
–65 to +125
+33
Maximum Recommended Operating Conditions
[2]
Parameter
Operating temperature, Tc
[3]
, Tx Power ≤ 29 dBm
Operating temperature, Tc
[3]
, Tx Power ≤ 30 dBm
Unit
°C
°C
Value
–40 to +100
–40 to +85
Notes:
1. Operation in excess of any one of these conditions may result in permanent damage to the device.
2. The device will function over the recommended range without degradation in reliability or permanent
change in performance, but is not guaranteed to meet electrical specifications.
3. T
C
is defined as case temperature, the temperature of the bottom mounting surface of the quadplexer
where it makes contact with the circuit board.
Applications Information
The ACFM-7104 quintplexer has two antenna connections,
one common to the Cellular and PCS Band duplexers, and
a separate antenna for the GPS filter.
A single 5.1 nH inductor connected between Ant-1 and
Ant-2 is all that is required to match both antenna ports to
a common 50-ohm antenna.
Dual Antenna Operation
For applications in which a separate GPS antenna is
preferred, the ACFM-7104 can be connected as shown in
Figure 1.
A series-L, shunt-C network is used to match the impedance
of the Ant-1 port (duplexers) to the phone antenna. A
nominal inductance value of 5.1 nH and capacitance of
1.0 pF matches the Ant-1 port to 50 ohms.
The GPS antenna (Ant-2) is internally matched to 50 ohms
and needs no external components.
Matching Components
The L and C values shown here were selected to match
the ACFM-7104 to 50 ohms. These values should be con-
sidered to be nominal. Since every application is different,
these nominal values should be adjusted to provide the
best impedance match for the user’s particular circuit
board, performance requirements, and interface to related
components.
The L and C matching components should be located in
close proximity to the quintplexer as shown in the recom-
mended PCB layouts.
For both antenna configurations, the maximum variation
for the matching components should be ±5% for the
inductor and ±0.2 pF for the capacitor. The inductor should
be of the high Q type (e.g., Murata LQW15AN5N1D00D).
Ant
1.0 pF
Ant-1
Port 1
GPS
Port 4
5.1 nH
Ant-2
Port 7
Ant-1
Port 1
Single Antenna Operation
Optionally, if single antenna operation is required, the
Ant-1 and Ant-2 ports of the ACFM-7104 can be connected
together as in Figure 2.
GPS
Ant
Phone
Ant
5.1 nH
GPS
Port 4
Ant-2
Port 7
Port 6
Port 3
Port 5
Cell Tx
Port 2
PCS Tx
Port 6
Port 3
Port 5
Cell Tx
Port 2
PCS Tx
PCS Rx
Cell Rx
Figure 1. Dual Antenna Application
Cell Rx
PCS Rx
Figure 2. Single Antenna Application.
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