A few thoughts on SDR frequency references. I'm not sure the Gibralter PCB
<br>needs to be as complex as suggested.
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<br>- Most people who are worried about having GPS-accurate frequency are likely
<br> to have an existing reference source.
<br>
<br>- Many of those who don't have an existing reference are likely to be happy
<br> with a simple OCXO tweaked to the right frequency. Locking to GPS is not
<br> necessary for SDR operation.
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<br>- If a locked frequency is required (eg for modern digital modes,
<br> microwave EME, etc)
<br> - locking to 1pps is tricky/complex and existing solutions may not be
<br> open source
<br> - locking to 10kHz as output by some GPS modules (eg. the Jupiter-T,
<br> which is available surplus) is rather easier, just using a simple PLL
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<br>It would seem that a good balance would be to provide 3 options:
<br>- an external reference input,
<br>- an option to use the Gibraltar PCB populated with just an OXCO, no locking
<br>- use Gibraltar with simple PLL locking to 10kHz from a suitable onboard GPS
<br> module
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<br>Does this make sense? Have I missed something?
<br>Are suitable GPS modules available at a reasonable price (new, not surplus)?
<br>
<br>73, Neil G4BRK
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