[Hackrf-dev] HackRF Rx Design

[Cinaed Simson]

On 07/14/2016 03:20 PM, John Wright wrote:
> 
> I am building a prototype for a project and think I need a more
> sensitive HackRF One that is Rx *only* from 4GHz -5GHz. I tried using
> the HackRF One for sensitive measurements around the 5GHz band and was
> unable to discern any measurable signal with/without the EMI kit and
> conducted the same tests with another HackRF One user and we arrived at
> same conclusion.  The Rx sensitivity rolls off around 3GHz.  I tried a
> low noise amplifier in attempt make any signal stand out to no avail.

I believe the gain between 4-6 GHz is 0 dBm to -10 dBm.

Maybe slap a 4-6 GHz down converter to 2 GHz in front of the HackRF?

I've never done it but I did spend the night at a Holiday Inn.

> 
> I have an organization that wants to help me manufacture my prototype
> but I do not have a PCB design to share nor am I capable.  Is there
> anything anyone could recommend for me to pass on to them that could
> assist with overcoming this roadblock.
> 
> I need a basic design to get the wheels rolling and the rest will be
> handled by developers (so I have been told).
> 
> Thanks,
> John
> 
> 
> 
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