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PTRX-7300
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PTRX7300
High-quality RF interface module allowing the Icom IC-7300 to have a pure RF signal output for connection to an external SDR receiver.This...
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High-quality RF interface module allowing the Icom IC-7300 to have a pure RF signal output for connection to an external SDR receiver.
This revolutionary product has been in demand from IC-7300 owners from the very beginning but without an RF output it presents the user with a major drawback. By adding this feature, the IC-7300 can be used with low-cost SDR’s like SDRPlay, HackRF, AirSpy & RTL-SDR.
Easy to install in under 15 minutes with no soldering. If you would like us to fit please select the LAB-FIT option above.
Instant set-up with no fiddling of menus or calibration.
Maintains the original appearance with no drilling of the case.
Easily removed & reversible for later sale if required
PTRX-7300 utilizes an active high impedance current-feedback probing technique to probe the bidirectional TX/RX signal line of IC-7300 (J1431). Due to the high impedance nature of the unit, it doesn’t introduce any insertion loss. Therefore there are no adverse effects on the radio side in terms of signal quality. In this method, there isn’t any 3dB insertion loss as in the power splitting approach to probe the signal.
During the design phase, we first measured the dynamic range of the TX/RX line (J1431) of IC-7300 in terms of both voltage and frequency. We extracted this information, used it to define the design specification of the unit, and finally developed the proof of concept designs with the help of SPICE simulations. In these simulations, we took into account both the signal integrity and amplification characteristics. With the help of a DDS-based signal generator (30kHz to 120MHz, @980mVpp), we analyzed the signal quality both in the time and frequency domain.
Our high-impedance probe has been designed with components from reputable distributors, such as Digi-Key in order to maintain the highest level of component quality. One of the major observations during the testing of the unit was that the input/output MCX connectors have a vital role in generating a signal free from distortion and attenuation.
PTRX-7300 does not compromise external tuner functionality. That is, the schematics and the mechanical model have been designed for IC-7300 external tuner opening, which means that you can still continue using your existing external tuner along with the unit.
The unit bypasses the external tuner cables to the outside, so you keep the functionality of the external tuner signals. It requires 13.8V DC to operate. For this reason, we utilize the power rails from the external tuner cable to supply the unit without adding any external power source. It consumes up to 30mA from external tuner cable so it does not disturb your tuner operations.
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Upon receipt of goods you have 14 days to return goods however the goods must be returned in original packaging and care must have been taken with the goods you wish to return. Under distance selling regulations you are not entitled to any refund on carriage charges or modification charges made at your request. Large items cannot be returned if they have been assembled, unless faulty.
Warranty Terms and Conditions
Outside of the 14 faulty return period, returned items cannot be accepted, unless covered by manufacturer's warranty. We will repair as much as possible on site however in exceptional circumstances products may have to be returned to the manufacturer of distributor.
For repairs/replacements under manufacturer’s warranty for any item please download a ML&S return form from the link above and return to ML&S with the faulty product.
International Warranty information
Warranty service for items we sell is available in the U.K. only, unless otherwise noted. It is your responsibility to pay freight for returned items to the U.K. and back to you for desired warranty coverage. All of our NEW products come with a minimum 12 month warranty, (Yaesu & Icom 24 months), with up to 90 days on second-hand equipment. Items returned for service must state "returned goods for repair" on the return air waybill or U.K. import customs duties apply and will be added to your invoice. For more info about returning items please contact our customer help desk, [email protected]