HMC960 IQ input definition

Question

Hi, 
 
 In my project, The RF signal will be demodulated by LTC8856 and then transmit IQ signal to HMC960 for signal amplified. Unfortunately, the IQ definition are opposite between LTC5586 and HMC960. 
 That will require to have signal via this issue and that will occupier more PCB area. 
 
 Could we reverse Positive and Negative definition of IQ signal for HMC960? 
 
 Thanks, 
 Jerry

Nao · Accepted Answer

Hi Jerry 
 Technically it is possible to swap the positive and negative signals but it is obvious that the signal polarity becomes opposite so the baseband block should be aware of this hardware connection and correct them by themselves. Does this make sense?)

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HMC960 IQ input definition