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Kiwi makes RFI on 2 meters
I noticed while using my kiwisdr, I get RFI on 2 meters, specialty on 144.200, this only happens when using the SDR, I disconnected the antenna from the kiwi and it makes no difference. Anyone having the same issue? I ruled out the kiwis power supply, it is a high end liner model...
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Did you try lowering the SPI clock to 24 MHz? (config tab in admin area)
BTW, does somebody know if there are any disadvantages with the 24 MHz setting?
Are you using the plastic case supplied with the KiWi ?
If so it's likely to be mostly direect RF radiation. Fitting a metal case may help.
See this previous thread for some ideas.
Regards,
Martin
More info: http://forum.kiwisdr.com/discussion/497/update-on-the-2-meter-band-interference-issue
i have a metal case, i'll try lowering the clock
i have a metal case, i'll try lowering the clock
The metal case is anodised and the end plates don't always make good electrical contact with the rest of the case metalwork.
If you can remove the surface layer of anodising from the countersunk holes in the end plates with a drill bit, so that the underside of the screw heads screws can make better electrical contact, you might find that you can further improve the screening.
Regards,
Martin
ok cool thank you