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Low-power, low-noise dual gain amplifier topology and method

  • US 6,396,347 B1
  • Filed: 05/03/2001
  • Issued: 05/28/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/03/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A low-power, low-noise, dual gain amplifier comprising:

  • first and second amplifier transistors each coupled for receiving a radio frequency input, said first amplifier transistor comprising a high gain amplifier and connected for operating in common emitter mode, and said second amplifier transistor comprising a low gain amplifier and connected for operating in the common collector mode, said first and second amplifier transistors being connected for alternate activation.

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