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RCV420: Ref Noise Reduction pin utilization

Part Number: RCV420

Dear All,

I need an information about RCV120.

Waht is the function of pin 7 (Ref Noise Reduction).

In some application note it is not reported in schematic diagram and I don't know how to connect it.

Can you help me?

Thanks in advance.

Best Regards

Stefano

  • Stefano

    The function of the REF Noise reduction pin is discussed in the data sheet on page 7 under Voltage Reference:

    The high-frequency noise (to 1MHz) of the voltage reference
    is typically 1mVp-p. When the voltage reference is
    used for level shifting, its noise contribution at the output of
    the receiver is typically 125mVp-p due to the 8:1 attenuation
    from Ref In to Rcv Out. The reference noise can be reduced
    by connecting an external capacitor between the Noise
    Reduction pin and ground. For example, 0.1mF capacitor
    reduces the high-frequency noise to about 200mVp-p at the
    output of the reference and about 25mVp-p at the output of
    the receiver.

    Regards
    Dennis
  • Dear Dennis,
    thank you very much for your reply.
    So...if I don't use this pin I can leave it "not connected"...

    Best regards
    Stefano
  • Stefano

    Yes, it may be left unconnected, you will just have a bit more noise in the output.

    Dennis