[MLB-WIRELESS] Antenna Gain Testing?

[Tyson.Clugg at csiro.au]

> > 2.4 GHz sig gen... yep - using a multiplier after a 400 MHz Tx, I
> > can generate around 50mW on 2.4 GHz.  I did that to range test some
> > Galaxy downconverters.  I am looking into a power amp for my 2.4 GHz
> > TV transmitter.  I could certainly use it for antenna testing as
> > well. :)
> > 
> > The system would have to be controlled by a licenced amateur, is the
> > tests are done outside of an RF tight room (and I bet the hiring
> > rates for RF anechoic chambers are pretty steep!).
> 
> Perhaps Tyson can have a dig around within CSIRO, as they are 
> likely to
> have this sort of thing.

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