general Description
   The HMC960LP4E is a digitally programmable dual channel variable gain amplifier. It supports discrete gain steps from 0 to 40 dB in precise 0.5 dB steps. It features a glitch free architecture to provide exceptionally smooth gain transitions. The device has matched gain paths which provide excellent quadrature balance over a wide signal bandwidth.

FEATUREs
   Low Noise: 6 dB NF
   High Linearity: Output IP3 +30 dBm
   Variable Gain: 0 to 40 dB
   High Bandwidth: DC to 100 MHz
   Precise Gain Accuracy: 0.5 dB Gain Step
   Excellent Magnitude and Phase Response
   Externally Controlled Common Mode Output Level
   Parallel or Serial Gain Control
   Read/Write Serial Port Interface (SPI)
   24 Lead 4x4 mm SMT Package 16 mm2
   Programmable Input Impedance
      (400 Ω Differential or 100 Ω Differential)

typical Applications
The HMC960LP4E is suitable for:
• Baseband I/Q Transceivers
• Direct Conversion & Low IF Transceivers
• Diversity Receivers
• ADC Drivers
• Adaptive Gain Control