FAQs

Can I use a battery pack or a portable battery to power the D2030 Down Converter?
The D2030 Down Converter can be powered by battery pack or portable battery. Please contact support@thinkrf.com for more information.
Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 2:46 PM
Is the power input always needed or can the D2030 Down Converter work passively?
Power is always needed to run D2030. D2030 cannot work passively.
Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 2:45 PM
Can I supply 10MHz reference without first powering up the D2030 device?
When D2030 is not powered up, connecting to an external 10 MHz reference will not cause any damage to the unit.
Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 2:44 PM
Do I need to reset D2030 when switching 10MHz reference clock?
Reset is not required when switching 10MHz from external to internal, or internal to external.
Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 2:43 PM
What is the operational voltage range for D2030?
The operational voltage for the D2030 is: 12VDC +/- 5%. ThinkRF recommends using the power supply provided with the device.
Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 2:21 PM
What is the torque setting for 2.92mm Flange Female Connector on ThinkRF D2030 devices?
Use only a proper torque wrench with torque setting intended for a 2.92 mm Male connector (not the same one for a SMA connector).  The recommended torqu...
Wed, Jan 16, 2019 at 4:00 PM
What is the 10MHz IN reference level range for ThinkRF D2030 downconverter?
When the external 10 MHz IN reference is used, its reference level must be between +3 dBm and +15 dBm. The maximum power level to the D2030’s 10 MHz IN ...
Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 5:48 PM
What type of connector is used on D2030?
The 2.92 mm Flange Female connector is used on the RFin of D2030 (27-30GHz downconverter), so users need to use only 2.92mm Flange Male connector as the mati...
Wed, Jan 16, 2019 at 11:38 AM
What kind connection ports does D2030 Downconverter have?
From left to right, Ethernet port +12 VDC 0.5A Max BNC power connector (BNC-male to 2.55mm-female power adaptor is included) RF IN port, 2.92 mm ...
Fri, Mar 15, 2019 at 12:18 PM
Do I need to configure frequency settings every time when D2030 powered on?
When the D2030 is powered off and then powered on, users would need to repeat the tuning process every time.  The D2030 does not store last settings.
Tue, Jun 11, 2019 at 2:47 PM