These resources are related to the online RF Technology Certification program. Note: the workbook resources can only be accessed by registered users who are in the program.
This application note provides and in-depth analysis of the performance of connections using mixed connector types among SMA, 3.5-mm, and 2.92-mm varieties. These connectors are all designed to work together mechanically, but have some differences electrically.
This application note discusses the use of SMA connectors in the lab, along with their performance when mated to APC 3.5mm connectors.
This Watkins Johnson app note describes dynamic range measurements on receivers. Part 2 discusses "comprehensive measurements," or figures of merit that combine the primary measurements, such as noise figure or IP3, to provide a picture of the range of power levels that a receiver can handle. The app note is hosted on RF Café.
This Watkins-Johnson app note describes the factors affecting the dynamic range of receivers. Part 1 focuses on "primary measurements," which include noise figure, IP2, IP3, 1dB compression, phase noise, and internal spurs. The app note is hosted on RF Café.com
This article describes the mathematical basis for tradeoffs among noise figure, gain and return loss of an LNA, with implementation in an EDA design tool
The only easy-to-understand guide to the wireless revolution...
The Complete DSP Guide for Businesspeople and Nontechnical Professionals.
This site is full of well-written tutorials on wireless communications and DSP topics.
A Java applet that let's you experiment with the Fourier series for different wave shapes. You can also listen to the waveforms.
In this 5th Edition, the author continues to evaluate various novel techniques and design methods for the modulation and transmission of digital data, allowing the readers to gain a firm understanding of the processes needed to effectively design wireless data link communication systems. Since the author regularly runs industry seminars based on this book, he is continuously updating the book material. This edition includes thorough updates of all chapters including all concepts and revised and new figures.