Walfront ADF4351

Walfront ADF4351 Signal Generator Module User Manual

Model: ADF4351 (WALFRONTdu5g42h8fx)

1. Киришүү

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the Walfront ADF4351 Signal Generator Module. The module is a versatile RF source development board featuring the ADF4351 frequency synthesizer, capable of generating signals from 35MHz to 4.4GHz. It is designed for various electronic development and testing applications.

2. Коопсуздук маалыматы

3. Пакеттин мазмуну

Пакетте бардык буюмдар бар экенин текшериңиз:

Package contents including the ADF4351 module, USB cable, and SMA connector.

Figure 3.1: Contents of the Walfront ADF4351 Signal Generator Module package.

4. Продукт бүтүп калдыview

The Walfront ADF4351 module integrates a frequency synthesizer and voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) to generate a wide range of RF frequencies. Key components and interfaces are detailed below.

Жогорудан төмөн view of the ADF4351 Signal Generator Module, highlighting various components like power input, USB port, SMA outputs, and control pins.

4.1-сүрөт: Жогорку view of the ADF4351 Signal Generator Module.

Бурчтуу view of the ADF4351 Signal Generator Module, showing the ADF435X EVAL Board label and the layout of components.

4.2-сүрөт: Бурчтуу view of the ADF4351 Signal Generator Module.

4.1 Негизги өзгөчөлүктөрү

4.2 Компонентти идентификациялоо

5. Орнотуу

5.1 Кубат туташтыруу

  1. Connect the provided USB cable to the USB1 port on the module.
  2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a computer or a 5V USB power adapter.
  3. Alternatively, connect a DC power supply (4-9V, typical 5V) to the DC002 interface. Ensure correct polarity.
Жакын план view of the DC power input jack on the ADF4351 module with a power cable connected.

Figure 5.1: Connecting the DC power supply.

5.2 Компьютерге кошулуу

The module can be controlled via a computer using the USB interface. Drivers may be required depending on your operating system. The manufacturer provides a PDF circuit diagram and STM32 test program for development.

Жакын план view of the USB port on the ADF4351 module, showing the USB-B type connector.

Figure 5.2: USB port for computer connection.

6. Операция

6.1 Программалык камсыздоону башкаруу

The ADF4351 module is typically controlled using dedicated software on a computer. The manufacturer provides an official software interface for configuration. This software allows for setting various parameters including frequency, output power, and modulation.

Screenshot of the Analog Devices ADF435x Software interface, showing various controls for RF settings, output, VCO, and registers.

Figure 6.1: Analog Devices ADF435x Software interface for module control.

6.2 Frequency Generation

The module can generate frequencies from 35MHz to 4.4GHz. The output type varies with frequency:

The software allows for precise frequency setting, including point frequency, sweep, and frequency hopping. Stepping can be as fine as 1KHz, or 0.1KHz depending on the crystal frequency.

Three oscilloscope screenshots showing different frequency outputs from the ADF4351 module, demonstrating its signal generation capabilities.

6.2-сүрөт: Мисample frequency outputs displayed on an oscilloscope.

6.3 Үнсүз кылуу функциясы

For isolation applications, the RF output level can be muted. This function can be controlled either via a dedicated pin or through the software interface. The auxiliary RF output can also be turned off when not in use.

7. Техникалык шарттар

ӨзгөчөлүкСпецификация
Чыгыштын жыштык диапазонуADF4351: 35MHz - 4.4GHz
Электр камсыздооDC002 Interface DC4-9V (typical 5V)
Output Type (2.2-4.4GHz)Fundamental (Sine Wave)
Output Type (35MHz-2.2GHz)Fundamental Division (Square Wave)
Output ConnectorSMA аял
Control InterfaceThree-wire SPI
Crystal Oscillator+/-50ppm 25M Active Crystal
Элемент Салмагы1.38 унция (болжол менен 39 г)
Пакеттин өлчөмдөрү3.94 x 2.76 x 0.79 дюйм (болжол менен 10 x 7 x 2 см)
Модель номериWALFRONTdu5g42h8fx

8. Техникалык тейлөө

9. Кыйынчылыктарды

КөйгөйМүмкүн себепЧечим
Эч кандай күч көрсөткүчүТуура эмес электр энергиясыtage or connection.Verify power supply is 4-9V DC and connected correctly. Check USB cable connection.
RF чыгышы жокSoftware not configured, mute function active, or incorrect frequency settings.Ensure software is running and configured correctly. Check if the mute function is enabled. Verify frequency settings are within the module's range.
Module not recognized by computerMissing or incorrect USB drivers.Install necessary USB drivers. Try a different USB port or cable.

10. Кепилдик жана колдоо

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation provided with your purchase or contact Walfront customer service. Circuit diagrams in PDF format and STM32 test programs are available for development purposes.