BasicTX/BasicRX Getting Started Guides
From Ettus Knowledge Base
Contents
Kit Contents
- BasicRX or BasicTX Daughterboard
- Screws
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USRP Compatibility
BasicRX
- N or X Series
BasicTX
- N or X Series
Hardware Setup
For complete step by step instructions to installing a daughterboard, please see the USRP N Series Quick Start (Daughterboard Installation) or USRP X Series Quick Start (Daughterboard Installation) guides.
Proper Care and Handling
All Ettus Research products are individually tested before shipment. The BasicTX/BasicRX is guaranteed to be functional at the time it is received by the customer. Improper use or handling of the BasicTX/BasicRX can easily cause the device to become non-functional. Listed below are some examples of actions which can prevent damage to the unit:
- Never allow metal objects to touch the circuit board while powered.
- Always properly terminate the transmit port with an antenna or 50Ω load.
- Always handle the board with proper anti-static methods.
- Never allow the board to directly or indirectly come into contact with any voltage spikes.
- Never allow any water, or condensing moisture, to come into contact with the boards.
- Always use caution with FPGA, firmware, or software modifications.
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Never apply more than +10 dBm of power into any RF input. |
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Always use at least 30dB attenuation if operating in loopback configuration |
