Harmonic Inc.
Power saving by configurable adjustment of power amplifier

Abstract:

Configurable adjustment of a power amplifier bias for a power amplifier. The power amplifier may be comprised within a variety of different apparatuses, such as without limitation a remote PHY node, a remote MACPHY node, and a wireless communication device. A processing unit, disposed within an apparatus, instructs an electrical circuit, also disposed within said apparatus, to change an RF signal output power carrying capability of the power amplifier based on a configuration. The configuration may, but need not, be maintained within the apparatus. The change in the RF signal output power carrying capability of the power amplifier causes an adjustment in a power consumption of the power amplifier.