SeeGull
®
HB
flex
TM
Reference Manual
PCTEL, Inc.
Page 13
Rev F
2.4. System Requirements
This section describes the system
requirements for the SeeGull HBflex
scanning receiver.
Typical System
Depending on a user’s requirements,
various hardware and software components
may be used in the scanning system along
with the SeeGull HB
flex
scanning receiver.
However, in most cases, a typical
configuration will include a host PC
connected to the scanning receiver via a
USB cable, or Android tablet or UE
connected to the scanning receiver via a
USB cable or Bluetooth, running th
e user’s
application software.
Antenna Requirements
The HBflex can support two types of
antennas for different requirements.
For 10MHz to 6GHz measurements: Use a
50 Ohm impedance antenna with an SMA
male connector at the end of the cable.
For mmWave antennas: Omni antennas
designed for 24GHz to 40GHz support have
to be connected with an SMA male
connector at the end of the cable.
Power Source Requirements
Maximum power the SeeGull HB
flex
scanning receiver draws:
•
25 watts (max)
Voltage range for the HB
flex
scanning
receiver:
•
9 to 17 VDC
Use a car battery, a 12-volt battery, or an
AC/DC adapter. It is imperative that the
power source be capable of supplying the
receiver with the voltage and current levels
as described above. It is HIGHLY
recommended that the power supply not
exceed the working DC voltage range of the
scanning receiver. Applying excessive
voltage to the receiver will void the unit’s
warranty.
The scanning receiver should be powered
through the power cord provided by PCTEL.
If another power cord is used, the power
cord must be one that incorporates a fuse
for protection and safety purposes or this
will void any warranties.
Software Requirements
For supported SeeGull HB
flex
supported
data collection software and technical
interfaces, please contact PCTEL support.
Note:
Outdoor antennas, including those
used by other devices, should be placed a
minimum of 6 in. (15 cm) apart, with a
recommended distance of 34 in. (86 cm).
