This power meter is built around the AD8317 chip to detect RF signal power. Key benefits - Accurate RF power detection across a wide range of frequencies - Output voltage scales logarithmically with input amplitude, enabling a large dynamic range - Extends detection dynamic range by 55 dB for versatile measurement and control - Suitable for integration into automatic gain control and automatic level control loops - Converts RF signals directly to a DC voltage output for easy monitoring and interfacing Core features and performance - Detection bandwidth: 1 MHz to 10 GHz - Power detection range: -55 dBm to -0 dBm - Output: DC voltage proportional to the logarithm of the input signal amplitude - Dynamic range extension: 55 dB Applications and use scenarios - RF signal detection and signal power measurement in test and calibration setups - Ambient field strength measurements for environmental monitoring or compliance testing - Integral component in automatic gain control (AGC) and automatic level control (ALC) loops in RF front ends and receivers Technical notes - Based on the AD8317 chip for reliable RF power detection - Converts RF signal directly into a DC voltage output suitable for monitoring, metering, or closed-loop control This description preserves the original product’s function, specifications, and intended uses, while presenting the information in a clear, customer-friendly format.