The HMC713LP3E Logarithmic Detector/Controller is ideal for converting the power of RF signals with frequencies in the 50 MHz to 8000 MHz range, to a DC voltage, proportional to input power, at its output. The HMC713LP3E employs a successive compression technology which delivers 54 dB of dynamic range with high measurement accuracy over a wide input frequency range. As the input signal is increased, successive amplifiers move into saturation one by one creating an accurate approximation of the logarithm function. The outputs of a series of detectors are summed, converted into voltage domain and buffered to drive the OUTP output.For detection mode, the OUTP pin is connected to the VSET input and will provide a nominal logarithmic slope of 17 mV/dB and an intercept of -68 dBm. The HMC713LP3E can also be used in the controller mode where an external voltage is applied to the VSET pin to create an AGC or APC feedback loop.ApplicationsCellular InfrastructureWiMAX, WiBro & LTE/4GPower Monitoring & Control CircuitryReceiver Signal Strength Indication (RSSI)Cellular InfrastructureAutomatic Gain & Power ControlMilitary, ECM & Radar