The CLC5506 is a low-noise amplifier with programmable gain for use in cellular base stations, WLL, radar and RF/IF subsystems where gain-control is required to increase the dynamic range. The CLC5506 allows designers to compensate for manufacturing component tolerances and temperature variations in receiver front ends. Maximum amplifier gain is set at 26dB . A three-line MICROWIRE serial interface allows 16dB of attenuation from the max gain setting in precise 0.25dB steps.