RF Explorer 3G+ IoT Shield for Raspberry Pi
Available with a lead time
Expect dispatch between May 27 and Jun 03
Quantity Discounts:
- 5-10 $209.41 (exc GST)
- 10+ $202.86 (exc GST)
RF Explorer 3G+ IoT modules are ready to use, advanced Spectrum Analyzer devices you can configure and control any way you want, from an Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or any other programming platform.
These modules are cost-effective platforms to develop your own customized Spectrum Analyzer, Power Detector, RF activity alarm, RF sniffer, RF QA test bench, etc.
Programmability and network capabilities of the hosting platform enables remote control and diagnosis scenarios, fully automated RF alarm systems, advanced assistance for unattended detection requirements such as those of radio operators, cell towers and HAM stations.
RF Explorer 3G+ IoT boards are delivered in two modes configuration modes:
- Raspberry Pi
- Arduino and compatible boards (3.0 – 3.3V only)
We recommend Raspberry Pi mode for advanced usage and more powerful libraries, and Arduino for simpler, non-Linux software libraries related development.
For best flexibility, these two boards can be easily re-converted between modes by soldering a required connector:
- Raspberry Pi Hat can be converted to Arduino Shield by soldering standard 0.1” male headers to the PCB
- Arduino Shield can be converted to Raspberry Pi Hat by soldering a 13x2 0.1” female header to the PCB
Designed in this way, it is easy to reconvert the board to a different hosting platform with no extra cost if you have different needs down the road.
Furthermore, other platforms such as BeagleBone, Chip, Chipkit, Teensy all them can easily control a RF Explorer 3G+ IoT by manually connecting to a standard UART port. Visit here for more details and examples. We also arranged a tutorial about ‘How to fit the RF Explorer 3G+ IoT modules on a Seeeduino board’. please click here to visit.
Features
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Design and customize your own Spectrum Analyzer, RF Detector, RF Sniffer, etc
- Open source design, open source libraries and examples
- Supported by all Raspberry Pi boards.
- Can update IoT firmware directly from Raspberry Pi no other accessories required
- Flexible board: can be connected to a Raspberry Pi by soldering a compatible female header
- Recommend to select SMA antennas for specific application
- IMPORTANT: In Raspberry Pi 3, WiFi should be shutdown to avoid interference with the analyzer.
Specification
- Frequency Band Coverage: 15-2700MHz
- Antenna Connector: Standard SMA 50 ohms
- Advanced Selectable Internal Input Stage: Normal, LNA, 30dB Attenuator
- Amplitude Resolution: 0.5dBm
- Dynamic Range: -130dBm to +10dBm
- Absolute Max Input Power +30dBm
- Average Noise Floor Level (typical with LNA enabled): -120dBm
- Frequency Stability and Accuracy (typical): +-10ppm
- Amplitude Stability and Accuracy (typical): +-3dBm
- Frequency Resolution: 1Khz
- Resolution Bandwidth (RBW): automatic 3Khz to 600Khz
- Power Consumption: 100-500mW
- All modules are factory calibrated
Exact shipping can be calculated on the view cart page (no login required).
Products that weigh more than 0.5 KG may cost more than what's shown (for example, test equipment, machines, >500mL liquids, etc).
We deliver Australia-wide with these options (depends on the final destination - you can get a quote on the view cart page):
- $3+ for Stamped Mail (typically 10+ business days, not tracked, only available on selected small items)
- $6+ for Standard Post (typically 6+ business days, tracked)
- $10+ for Express Post (typically 2+ business days, tracked)
- Pickup - Free! Only available to customers who live in the Newcastle region (must order online and only pickup after we email to notify you the order is ready). Orders placed after 2PM may not be ready until the following business day.
Non-metro addresses in WA, NT, SA & TAS can take 2+ days in addition to the above information.
Some batteries (such as LiPo) can't be shipped by Air. During checkout, Express Post and International Methods will not be an option if you have that type of battery in your shopping cart.
International Orders - the following rates are for New Zealand and will vary for other countries:
- $11+ for Pack and Track (3+ days, tracked)
- $16+ for Express International (2-5 days, tracked)
If you order lots of gear, the postage amount will increase based on the weight of your order.
Our physical address (here's a PDF which includes other key business details):
Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia
Take a look at our customer service page if you have other questions such as "do we do purchase orders" (yes!) or "are prices GST inclusive" (yes they are!). We're here to help - get in touch with us to talk shop.
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