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H Module 1: RF Predistortion of Power Amplifiers Active linearization has become an important technology in modern communications systems. The emphasizes on higher data rates and spectral efficiency has driven the industry towards linear modulation techniques such as QPSK, 64 QAM, or multicarrier configurations. The result is a signal with a fluctuating envelope which generates intermodulation (IM) distortion from the power amplifiers. Since most of the IM power appears as interference in adjacent channels, it is important to use a highly linear power amplifier. Linearization of a power-efficient amplifier is a desirable alternative to backing-off a Class A amplifier which would result in low power efficiency as well as considerable heat dissipation. An RF predistorter has the distinct advantage of being capable of handling moderate bandwidths while continuously adjusting for component drift and power level changes. This predistortion technique can function independently from the modulation scheme. Shawn P. Stapleton in cooperation with: Agilent Technologies EEsof Division 1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa, CA 95403-1799 1 H About the Author Shawn P. Stapleton • Professor: Simon Fraser University • Focus on integrated RF/DSP applications • PhD, 1988, Carleton University, Canada • RF/Microwave communications systems • Expert in Adaptive Linearization techniques Adaptive RF Predistortion Page 2 April 01 Shawn P. Stapleton is a Professor