HackRF

[N4CA]

Just saw an article on this and it looks pretty cool. Has anyone backed the Kickstarter yet? I think I'm going to wait until he has a single device that is full duplex (instead of using two together) and if he can build it with the upconverter built-in too, it could be pretty amazing.
HackRF, an open source SDR platform by Michael Ossmann — Kickstarter

 

[foxtail]

I really wanted to put some coin into the pot, and I also really thought that they were in production already. Still on the fence!

 

[majoco]

How will it get past the FCC if it will transmit on any frequency, presumably without any form of licence held by the operator?

 

[N4CA]

That's a good question. I didn't see anything addressing that directly, but did see this comment:
"pretty sure that this is classified as components or a development kit. Pebble is a consumer electronics device. Very different rules."

Also, on the page for the Jawbreaker, which is the HackRF beta, it says:
" Overall, the output power is enough to perform over-the-air experiments at close range or to drive an external amplifier. If you connect an external amplifier, you should also use an external bandpass filter for your operating frequency.

Before you transmit, know your laws. Jawbreaker has not been tested for compliance with regulations governing transmission of radio signals. You are responsible for using your Jawbreaker legally."

Basically, it sounds to me like they won't get FCC certification.

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