Re: [Discuss-gnuradio] The coming deluge of CPU cycles

[Daniel O'Connor]

On Friday 28 July 2006 01:39, Eric Blossom wrote:
> > method as well.  No need to implement 802.3af (I think that's the
> > spec.).  Even though there are no spare pairs to use for a DC feed on a
> > GigE CAT5 cable there are ethernet transformers which can isolate and
> > insert a common mode DC current onto a pair of CAT5 wires.
>
> I think it would be hard to get enough power for the PA over the CAT5.

From what I can see you can draw up to 13W..
That said running a power cable to your antenna is not terribly onerous IMO.

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