Domestic substitution method of CATV (Community Antenna Television) optical receiving chip TAT6254C

By replacing the imported TAT6254C chip with the domestically produced GNA4118 chip and adjusting the output matching circuit, the problems of unstable supply and high cost were solved, and the performance of the CATV optical receiving system was improved.

CN120980193APending Publication Date: 2025-11-18CHENGDU TSUHAN SCI & TECH
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Application Number
CN202510976758.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-07-16
Publication Date
2025-11-18

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Technical Problem

The CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C relies on imports, which leads to unstable supply and high costs. Furthermore, a shortage of imported chips could result in production disruptions.

Method used

The TAT6254C chip was replaced with a domestically produced GNA4118 chip, and the frequency response and equalization circuits were optimized by adjusting the output matching circuit to ensure that the circuit performance reached the original level.

Benefits of technology

This reduces chip procurement costs, mitigates the risks associated with supply instability, and improves the overall performance of the CATV optical receiving system.

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Abstract

The invention provides a domestic substitution method of a CATV (Community Antenna Television) light receiving chip TAT6254C, which relates to the technical field of CATV light receiving, and comprises the following steps of: S1, chip substitution: carefully taking down a TAT6254C chip on an original circuit board, and welding a domestic GNA4118 chip on the circuit board according to a correct pin direction and position, S2, peripheral circuit adjustment: analyzing the difference of frequency response and balance characteristics of the two chips, and adjusting the frequency response and balance characteristics of the two chips according to the difference of the frequency response and balance characteristics of the two chips. Redesigning an output matching circuit, adjusting a frequency response and equalization circuit, optimizing the output matching circuit, and adjusting a chip drive and matching circuit. According to the domestic substitution method for the CATV optical receiving chip TAT6254C, a domestic GNA4118 chip is used for substituting an imported TAT6254C chip, so that the purchase cost of the chip is reduced, the risk caused by unstable supply of the imported chip is reduced, the risk of production interruption caused by shortage of the chip is reduced, the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip can be optimized by adjusting an output matching circuit, and the production efficiency of the CATV optical receiving chip TAT6254C is improved. And the performance of the circuit can reach or exceed the original level of using a TAT6254C chip.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of CATV optical receiving technology, specifically to a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiving chip TAT6254C. Background Technology

[0002] CATV optical receiver chips are core devices specifically designed for use in cable television (CATV) systems, converting optical signals into electrical signals. They are widely used in scenarios such as fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) and hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) networks, and are key components for achieving high-quality video and data transmission. In CATV optical receiver systems, the TAT6254C chip is often used to convert optical signals into electrical signals and amplify their power.

[0003] The TAT6254C chip is widely used in RF signal amplification stages. The circuit diagram of the TAT6254C chip is as follows: Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, it plays a key role in system performance. However, the TAT6254C chip is dependent on imports, which can lead to problems such as unstable supply, high cost, and susceptibility to the influence of the international trade environment. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to replace the imported TAT6254C chip with the domestically produced GNA4118 chip, thereby reducing chip procurement costs and mitigating the risks associated with unstable supply of imported chips and production interruptions due to chip shortages. By adjusting the output matching circuit, the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip can be optimized to achieve the same circuit performance as the original TAT6254C chip, thus improving the overall performance of the CATV optical receiving system.

[0005] To achieve the above effects, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C, comprising the following steps:

[0006] Step 1, Chip Replacement: Carefully remove the TAT6254C chip from the original circuit board and solder the domestic GNA4118 chip onto the circuit board according to the correct pin orientation and position.

[0007] Step 2: Adjustment of peripheral circuits: Analyze the differences in frequency response and equalization characteristics between the two chips, redesign the output matching circuit, adjust the frequency response and equalization circuit, optimize the output matching circuit, and adjust the chip driver and matching circuit.

[0008] Step 3: System Debugging and Testing: Conduct comprehensive performance testing on the CATV optical receiving system, perform preliminary power-on testing on the replaced circuit to check if the circuit is working properly, and test key performance indicators such as gain, noise, and frequency response of the circuit. Based on the test results, further adjust and optimize the circuit.

[0009] Furthermore, in step one, before removing the TAT6254C chip, carefully check the pin definitions and package dimensions of the GNA4118 chip and the TAT6254C chip to confirm that the two chips are Pin2Pin compatible designs, that is, the pins are completely compatible, so the replacement operation can be performed directly.

[0010] Furthermore, in step one, before removing the TAT6254C chip, the original CATV optical receiving circuit is fully tested, and its key performance indicators are recorded.

[0011] Furthermore, in step two, based on the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip, the capacitor, inductor, and resistor parameters in the frequency response and equalization circuit are fine-tuned to achieve frequency response characteristics comparable to the TAT6254C.

[0012] Furthermore, in step two, the output matching circuit is adjusted by changing the inductor and capacitor parameters in the matching circuit to ensure maximum power transmission and minimum output reflection loss of the signal.

[0013] Furthermore, in step two, the resistor and capacitor parameters in the driving circuit are adjusted according to the input / output characteristics of the GNA4118 chip, and the PIN attenuator and PIN attenuator dB driving circuit in the GNA4118 chip are appropriately adjusted.

[0014] Furthermore, in step two, during the adjustment of the output matching circuit, after each change of a component parameter, a network analyzer is used to test the frequency response and impedance matching of the circuit, and the test results are recorded.

[0015] Furthermore, in step three, the output signal spectrum of the test circuit is tested using a spectrum analyzer to observe the purity and gain of the signal, including the carrier-to-noise ratio (CNR). The higher the CNR, the more obvious the signal power advantage relative to noise, and the better the video quality. The lower the CNR, the stronger the noise interference, which can lead to blurred images, distortion, or even signal interruption.

[0016] Furthermore, in step three, a network analyzer is used to test the frequency response parameters of the circuit, and fine-tuning is performed based on the test results until the circuit performance meets the requirements of the CATV optical receiving system.

[0017] This invention provides a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C, which has the following advantages: using the domestically produced GNA4118 chip to replace the imported TAT6254C chip reduces chip procurement costs, reduces the risk of unstable supply of imported chips, and reduces the risk of production interruption due to chip shortages. By adjusting the output matching circuit, the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip can be optimized so that the circuit performance reaches the level of the original TAT6254C chip, thereby improving the overall performance of the CATV optical receiver system. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 The circuit diagram of the TAT6254C is a simplified diagram of the TAT6254C used in the present invention as a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C.

[0020] Figure 3 The circuit diagram of the TAT6254C is shown in the present invention as a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C.

[0021] Figure 4 The circuit diagram of GNA4118 is a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 The circuit diagram of GNA4118 is shown for a domestic alternative to the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0023] Please see Figure 1-2 This invention provides a technical solution: a method for domestically replacing the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C, comprising the following steps:

[0024] Step 1, Chip Replacement: Carefully remove the TAT6254C chip from the original circuit board and solder the domestic GNA4118 chip onto the circuit board according to the correct pin orientation and position.

[0025] Step 2: Adjustment of peripheral circuits: Analyze the differences in frequency response and equalization characteristics between the two chips, redesign the output matching circuit, adjust the frequency response and equalization circuit, optimize the output matching circuit, and adjust the chip driver and matching circuit.

[0026] Step 3: System Debugging and Testing: Conduct comprehensive performance testing on the CATV optical receiving system, perform preliminary power-on testing on the replaced circuit to check if the circuit is working properly, and test key performance indicators such as gain, noise figure, and frequency response of the circuit. Based on the test results, further adjust and optimize the circuit.

[0027] Specifically, in step one, before removing the TAT6254C chip, carefully check the pin definitions and package dimensions of the GNA4118 chip and the TAT6254C chip to confirm that the two chips are Pin2Pin compatible designs, meaning that the pins are completely compatible, so the replacement operation can be performed directly.

[0028] Specifically, in step one, before removing the TAT6254C chip, a comprehensive test is conducted on the original CATV optical receiving circuit, and its key performance indicators are recorded.

[0029] Specifically, in step two, based on the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip, the capacitor, inductor, and resistor parameters in the frequency response and equalization circuit are fine-tuned to achieve frequency response characteristics comparable to the TAT6254C.

[0030] Specifically, in step two, the output matching circuit is adjusted by changing the inductor and capacitor parameters in the matching circuit to ensure maximum power transmission and minimum reflection of the signal, thereby improving the system's performance.

[0031] Specifically, in step two, the resistor and capacitor parameters in the drive circuit are adjusted according to the input and output characteristics of the GNA4118 chip, and the PIN attenuator and PIN attenuator dB drive circuit in the GNA4118 chip are appropriately adjusted to match their working state with the GNA4118 chip.

[0032] Specifically, in step two, during the adjustment of the output matching circuit, after each change of a component parameter, the frequency response and impedance matching of the circuit are tested using a network analyzer, and the test results are recorded. Through chip replacement and peripheral circuit adjustment, after replacing the TAT6254C with the domestic GNA4118 chip, the system's performance indicators do not degrade and can meet the various requirements of the CATV optical receiving system, such as RF signal amplification, frequency response, and equalization.

[0033] Specifically, in step three, a spectrum analyzer is used to test the output signal spectrum of the circuit and observe the signal purity and gain, including the carrier-to-noise ratio (CNR). The higher the CNR, the more obvious the signal power advantage relative to noise, and the better the video quality. The lower the CNR, the stronger the noise interference, which can lead to blurred images, distortion, or even signal interruption.

[0034] Specifically, in step three, a network analyzer is used to test the frequency response parameters of the circuit, and fine-tuning is performed based on the test results until the circuit performance meets the requirements of the CATV optical receiving system.

[0035] The method described in this embodiment was used for detection and analysis, and compared with existing technologies to obtain the following data:

[0036]

[0037] Based on the data in the table above, it can be concluded that by adjusting the output matching circuit, the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip can be optimized, so that the circuit performance can reach the level of the original TAT6254C chip, thereby improving the overall performance of the CATV optical receiving system.

[0038] Although embodiments of the invention have been described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for domestically replacing the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Chip replacement: Carefully remove the TAT6254C chip from the original circuit board and solder the domestic GNA4118 chip onto the circuit board according to the correct pin orientation and position. S2. External circuit adjustment: Analyze the differences in frequency response and equalization characteristics between the two chips, redesign the output matching circuit, adjust the frequency response and equalization circuit, optimize the output matching circuit, and adjust the chip driver and matching circuit. S3. System Debugging and Testing: Conduct comprehensive performance testing on the CATV optical receiving system, perform preliminary power-on testing on the replaced circuit to check if the circuit is working properly, test key performance indicators such as gain, noise figure, and frequency response of the circuit, and make further adjustments and optimizations to the circuit based on the test results.

2. The method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S1, before removing the TAT6254C chip, carefully check the pin definitions and package dimensions of the GNA4118 chip and the TAT6254C chip to confirm that the two chips are Pin2Pin compatible designs, that is, the pins are completely compatible, so the replacement operation can be performed directly.

3. The method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S1, before removing the TAT6254C chip, the original CATV optical receiving circuit is fully tested, and its key performance indicators are recorded.

4. The method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 3, characterized in that, In step 2, based on the characteristics of the GNA4118 chip, the capacitor, inductor, and resistor parameters in the frequency response and equalization circuit are fine-tuned to achieve frequency response characteristics comparable to the TAT6254C.

5. A method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 3, characterized in that, In step 2, the output matching circuit is adjusted by changing the inductance and capacitance parameters in the matching circuit to ensure maximum power transmission and minimum output reflection loss of the signal.

6. The method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 3, characterized in that, In step 2, the resistor and capacitor parameters in the drive circuit are adjusted according to the input and output characteristics of the GNA4118 chip, and the PIN attenuator and PIN attenuator dB drive circuit in the GNA4118 chip are appropriately adjusted.

7. A method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S2, during the adjustment of the output matching circuit, after each change of a component parameter, the frequency response and impedance matching of the circuit are tested using a network analyzer, and the test results are recorded.

8. A method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S3, the output signal spectrum of the test circuit is tested using a spectrum analyzer to observe the purity and gain of the signal, including the carrier-to-noise ratio (CNR). The higher the CNR, the more obvious the signal power advantage relative to noise, and the better the video quality. The lower the CNR, the stronger the noise interference, which can lead to blurred images, distortion, or even signal interruption.

9. A method for domestic substitution of the CATV optical receiver chip TAT6254C according to claim 8, characterized in that, In step S3, a network analyzer is used to test the frequency response parameters of the circuit, and fine-tuning is performed based on the test results until the circuit performance meets the requirements of the CATV optical receiving system.

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