TVRX2

End-of-Life (EOL)

Please note that this product is now End-of-Life (EOL), and is no longer available for sale through Ettus Research, and is not recommended for use in new designs or in new projects.

Overview

The TVRX2 daughterboard includes two independent downverter chains, allowing reception in two different bands, simultaneously. The TVRX2 is ideal for receive-only applications that require access to a number of bands in HF, VHF and UHF frequency ranges. Example applications include dual band receivers for signal collection, whitespace radios, ISM band receivers and broadcast TV reception.

Proper Care and Handling

All Ettus Research products are individually tested before shipment. The TVRX2 is guaranteed to be functional at the time it is received by the customer. Improper use or handling of the TVRX2 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.

	Never apply more than -15 dBm of power into any RF input.
	Always use at least 30dB attenuation if operating in loopback configuration