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The first version of the AMSAT-DL down converter was built in early 2019, enabling many stations to become active on QO-100 for the first time.
Since then, a lot of operating experience and new insights have been gained, which have flowed into the new board V3d.
The AMSAT-DL DownConverter V3d is a completely new development.
It offers important functions for all QO-100 stations, no matter if you work with VHF/UHF, HF transceiver, or an SDR. This new board can be used as a central frequency converter assembly for your QO-100 station providing stable clocks for all components meaning that additional external GPS modules are not required.
The specification for the AMSAT-DL DownConverter V3d includes:
+ Centralized clock generation with GPS or OCXO Reference clock for the
+ PLL in the LNB Reference clock for a transmit mixer Reference clock
+ for an SDR Short-circuit proof LNB phantom power Connection for a dual
+ LNB (for simultaneous NB and WB reception) Downward mixing of the NB
+ transponder into an amateur band
(UHF/VHF or HF)
+ OLED display for displaying the operating status and the station
coordinates
The full specification and list of features is posted at:
https://amsat-dl.org/der-neue-amsat-dl-qo-100-downconverter-v3d
and you can order your unit at: https://shop.amsat-dl.org/
AMSAT-DL, ANS
