Adafruit Great Scott Gadgets HackRF One - Software Defined Radio

HackRF One from Great Scott Gadgets is a versatile Software Defined Radio peripheral that spans from 1 MHz to 6 GHz, facilitating both the transmission and reception of radio signals. With its open source hardware design, it offers immense flexibility for experimentation in modern and future radio technologies. Whether used as a USB peripheral or in stand-alone mode, it provides a robust platform for RF enthusiasts.

Specifications include a half-duplex transceiver, sampling rates up to 20 million samples per second, and 8-bit quadrature sampling. It supports a diverse range of software such as GNU Radio and SDR#. HackRF One's RX and TX gains are software-configurable, and it features an SMA female antenna connector, internal pin headers for expansions, and convenient programming buttons. The device is USB-powered and boasts an injection molded plastic enclosure.

Usage scenarios extend from listening to RF emitters to transmitting signals on ISM bands (compliance with local ISM regulations is necessary). For those with a HAM license, the ultra-wide range of frequencies enhances its utility further. While the unit does not come with an antenna, the ANT500 is recommended as a starting point. Note that the HackRF One is intended for test equipment use, and adherence to transmission regulations is essential for legal operation.