VCO Aids And Abets OC-768

Incorporating the companyÕs proprietary InP process technology, a series of voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs) will soon be availableÑto alpha customersÑthat operate between 43 GHz and 50 Ghz with a 10% tuning range, making them suitable for use with an OC-768 chipset. Operating in the lab, these VCOs drive 50½ loads with a 300 mVp-p swing (-6 dBm) and operate on 128 mW of power typical. The device will be used as a building block for the phase-locked loops used in clock multipliers and clock recovery units that will be integrated into the companyÕs 40 Gb/s and greater mux/demux chipset currently in the design stages. Packaging for the device will be a proprietary design that will come with GPPO connectors. In addition, complimentary clock outputs will also be included. For further information and availability status, call VITESSE SEMICONDUCTOR CORP., Camarillo, CA. (805) 388-3700.