Spectral Signature Analysis – BIST for RF Front-Ends

Abstract

Abstract. In this paper, the Spectral Signature Analysis is presented as a concept for an integrable self-test system (Built-In Self-Test -BIST) for RF front-ends is presented. It is based on modelling the whole RF front-end (transmitter and receiver) on system level, on generating of a Spectral Signature and of evaluating of the Signature Response. Because of using multi-carrier signal as the test signature, the concept is especially useful for tests of linearity and frequency response of front-ends. Due to the presented method of signature response evaluation, this concept can be used for Built-In Self-Correction (BISC) at critical building blocks.

Determination of Harmonic-Transfer-Matrices by Simulation

“…Calculation rules for this purpose are shown in Lupea et al (2003) and Vanassche et al (2003). It applies for block level:…”

“…The conversion is modelled by mixers' HTM (q.v. also Lupea et al, 2003). Additional characteristics are expressible by amplifiers and filters.…”