The MRFIC2002 is a double-balanced, active mixer designed for transmitters operating in the 800 MHz to 1.0 GHz frequency range. The design utilizes Motorola's advanced MOSAIC 3 silicon bipolar RF process to yield superior performance in a cost effective monolithic device. Applications for the MRFIC2002 include CT1 and CT2 cordless telephones, GSM, remote controls, video and audio short range links, low cost cellular radios, and ISM band transmitters. A power down control is provided to minimize current drain with minimum recovery / turn-on time.