RF power detector

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2005-08-09

2005-08-09

Shingleton, Michael B (Department: 2817)

Amplifiers

With semiconductor amplifying device

Including differential amplifier

C330S133000, C330S134000, C330S285000, C327S306000, C327S323000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06927630

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus is provided for detecting the output power of an RF power amplifier for purposes of controlling the output power. A circuit for generating an output power control signal includes a power detector to detect the output power of an RF power amplifier. A variable gain amplifier is coupled to the power detector for amplifying the output of the power detector. The value of the generated control signal is a function of the gain of the variable gain amplifier.

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