Title :
Architecture and technology for multistandard transceivers
Author_Institution :
Ericsson Mobile Commun. AB, Sweden
fDate :
6/23/1905 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The challenges for multi-standard high-end and low-cost cellular handsets are discussed. The homodyne architecture is proven for dual-mode GSM handsets and is a promising candidate for combined GSM and UMTS handsets. The technology choices are limited to CMOS for the baseband and if this is to be used for RF as well important changes in the design-kit and process development has to take place. If these changes cannot be implemented, BiCMOS will be the preferred RF technology. Parametric yield and flexibility are also issues for single-chip transceivers
Keywords :
BiCMOS integrated circuits; CMOS integrated circuits; UHF integrated circuits; cellular radio; integrated circuit technology; telephone sets; transceivers; BiCMOS technology; CMOS technology; RF technology; combined GSM/UMTS handsets; dual-mode GSM handsets; homodyne architecture; low-cost cellular handsets; multi-standard cellular handsets; multistandard transceivers; parametric yield; single-chip transceivers; 3G mobile communication; Baseband; BiCMOS integrated circuits; CMOS process; CMOS technology; GSM; Process design; Radio frequency; Telephone sets; Transceivers;
Conference_Titel :
Bipolar/BiCMOS Circuits and Technology Meeting, Proceedings of the 2001
Conference_Location :
Minneapolis, MN
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-7019-8
DOI :
10.1109/BIPOL.2001.957862
