The HP58516A has no external DC power connector (unless it has the option 05Q). The receiver feeds the HP58516A and then the antenna. Maybe your antenna works downto 3V. The bias tee needs also a DC-block, otherwise you will put the 5V to the receiver's input too.
On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 9:26 PM, Paul <[email protected]> wrote: > Is it reasonable to to use a GPS distribution amplifier (viz. HP > 58516A) to power a five volt antenna feeding three volt receivers or > should I get a "bias tee"? The internal operation of my electronics > is largely a mystery to me. > > Thanks. > > -- > Paul > _______________________________________________ > time-nuts mailing list -- [email protected] > To unsubscribe, go to > https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts > and follow the instructions there. > _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- [email protected] To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.
