CVCO55CC-2186-2250 Crystals, Oscillators, Resonators

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Voltage controlled oscillators, often referred to as VCOs, are versatile electronic components used in a range of applications. This article will look at the CVCO55CC-2186-2250 VCO in particular, examining its application field and working principle.

VCOs are electronic components used to generate a train of oscillating electronic signals. These signals can take many different forms and be used in a wide range of applications, such as frequency modulation (FM), phase modulation (PM) and pulse modulation (PM).

The CVCO55CC-2186-2250 is a surface mount, quad-channel, voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO). It is designed for use in multi-gigabit applications and offers wideband frequency synthesis for ultra-fast precision frequency control. Its key features include excellent temperature stability, low phase noise, 2 MHz tuning range and 6 to 550 MHz output frequency.

The VCO is commonly used in wired communications applications, such as Ethernet, fibre optic and data transfer, as well as in a range of wireless communications applications, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee and Low-Power Wireless Sensing Networks (LPWSNs).

At a high level, the CVCO55CC-2186-2250 consists of an oscillator and an active filter, which are housed together in an integrated VCO module. The oscillator is the primary frequency generation device, while the active filter is responsible for shaping the output signal to produce the precise frequency required.

The active filter is driven by an external voltage, allowing the user to control the precise output frequency. The voltage level required for precise frequency control is typically between 0.4V and 4V, depending on the required frequency.

The precise output frequency can be determined using the following equation:

Fo = Fv * (1 + (Vref/Vp))

where Fo is the output frequency, Fv is the frequency of the oscillator and Vref/Vp is the voltage applied to the VCO.

The temperature drift can be minimised by using the temperature compensation feature of the active filter. This feature is used to adjust the gain of the filter to account for any changes in the temperature of the environment. By doing this, the precise output frequency can be maintained over a wide temperature range.

In conclusion, the CVCO55CC-2186-2250 VCO is a versatile electronic component used in a range of applications. It consists of an oscillator and an active filter, which are driven by external voltages to generate precise output frequencies. The temperature compensation feature is used to minimise the effects of temperature drift on the output frequency, ensuring precise frequency control over a wide range of temperatures.

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