This chapter will present the results of the evolution of receiver design with emphasis on the circuits, components, and techniques that are important for SSB reception.

Chapter Contents:

• 4.1 Introduction
• 4.2 HF Receiver Requirements
• 4.3 Topology
• 4.4 Frequency Schemes
• 4.5 Block Diagram Design
• 4.6 Components
• 4.7 Design Example
• 4.8 Direct Conversion Receivers
• 4.9 IF Variable-Passband and Variable-Bandwidth Tuning
• References

Inspec keywords: radio receivers; intermodulation distortion

Other keywords: noise figure; receiver design; single sideband reception; RF selectivity; intermodulation distortion

Subjects: Radio links and equipment; Electromagnetic compatibility and interference