Key Features:
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Automatic Gain Control (AGC): Maintains consistent output volume
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Programmable Gain and AGC Timing: Customize response to noise and dynamics
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Low Noise Microphone Bias (2V): Optimized for electret microphones
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Analog Output: Compatible with ADCs on 3.3V systems
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Low Power Shutdown Mode: Ideal for portable or battery-powered designs
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Wide Audio Frequency Response: From 20Hz up to 20kHz
Specifications:
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IC: MAX9814
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Supply Voltage: 2.7V – 5.5V
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Current Draw: ~3mA
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Output Signal: 2Vpp (peak-to-peak) on 1.25V DC bias
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Fixed Front-End Gain: 12dB
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Selectable Output Gain: 8dB / 18dB / 28dB
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Overall Gain Options: 40dB / 50dB / 60dB
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Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
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Noise Density: 30nV/√Hz
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.04% (typical)
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AGC Hold Time: 30ms
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AGC Threshold & Timing: Programmable via external components
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AGC Attack/Release Ratio: 1:4000 (default), 1:2000, 1:500
Applications:
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Speech recognition and voice control systems
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Bluetooth headsets and wearable audio devices
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High-quality portable recorders
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IP phones and teleconferencing equipment
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Smart home assistants and IoT audio input modules