On the Unipos website, Nuand's cutting-edge software-defined radio (SDR) device "bladeRF 2.0 micropage has been added.
bladeRF 2.0 microsupports the development of compact yet powerful wireless communication systems. This product covers a wide frequency range and is equipped with a USB 3.0 interface that achieves high-speed data transfer and low latency.
What is 2×2 MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output)?
It is a wireless communication technology that uses two transmitting antennas and two receiving antennas. It improves data transfer speed and signal stability, improving communication quality. It is particularly used in Wi-Fi and LTE, achieving high-speed and stable connections.
BladeRF 2.0 micro Overview
The bladeRF 2.0 micro offers the following features:
- High compatibility with open source software: Can be integrated with a wide range of applications
- Headless execution: Standalone operation without connecting to a PC or SBC
- High Frequency Band Flexibility: Covers 47 MHz to 6 GHz
- USB 3.0 Superspeed: High speed, low latency and power delivery in a single cable
bladeRF 2.0 microMain uses
- Wireless Communications Research: Ideal for advanced wireless technology research
- Prototyping: Useful for designing and developing new communication systems
- Educational Use: Used for education and training in SDR technology
RF Performance
- Frequency range: 47 MHz to 6 GHz
- 2×2 MIMO, 61.44 MHz sampling rate
- 56 MHz filter bandwidth (IBW)
- Automatic Gain Control (AGC)
- Automatic IQ and DC offset compensation
USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Support
- 200MHz ARM926EJ-S processor
- Bus-powered via USB 3.0
- External power supply (5V DC) with auto-switching
Product type
There are two models of bladeRF 2.0 micro (as of August 2):
- xA4: 49KLE (Kilo Logic Elements) Basic model with Cyclone V FPGA
- xA9: 301KLE (Kilo Logic Elements) High-end model equipped with Cyclone V FPGA
What is KLE (Kilo Logic Elements)?
A KLE is a unit of measurement that indicates the size and processing power of an FPGA. 1 KLE is equivalent to approximately 1000 logic elements. Logic elements are the basic building blocks of FPGAs and are used to implement logic circuits and algorithms.
Block diagram
The complexity of the digital circuits and algorithms implemented in an FPGA and the resources required (logic elements, memory, DSP blocks, etc.) vary greatly depending on the application, so the choice of FPGA depends on the requirements of the application being developed.
- xA4 model (49KLE): It is relatively lightweight and suitable for implementing basic signal processing and wireless communication protocols.
- xA9 model (301KLE): Suitable for more complex digital signal processing algorithms, advanced wireless communication systems, and implementing multiple functions simultaneously.
The xA9 model has six times the processing power of the xA4 model. If you are considering future expansion, it may be a good idea to choose the xA6 model with some margin of error.
bladeRF 2.0 micro xA4 [SKU: BRFM-XA4]
Equipped with 49KLE Altera Cyclone V FPGA, about 32KLE can be programmed by the user. Compact design, high performance and ideal for mobile use.
- Accessories: USB 3.0 SS cable, RF shield cap
- Options: Micro Enclosure, BT-100 Bias-tee Power Amplifier (TX), BT-200 Bias-tee Low Noise Amplifier (RX)
- Application example: Basic SDR applications, simple spectrum analyzer, etc.
bladeRF 2.0 micro xA9 [SKU: BRFM-XA9]
In addition to the same frequency range and sampling rate as the xA4 model, it is equipped with a 301KLE Cyclone V FPGA, with approximately 292KLE user-programmable.
Especially suited for advanced signal processing applications requiring hardware accelerators and HDL signal processing chains.
- Accessories: USB 3.0 SS cable, RF shield cap
- Options: Micro Enclosure, BT-100 Bias-tee Power Amplifier (TX), BT-200 Bias-tee Low Noise Amplifier (RX)
- Application example: FFTs, Turbo Decoders, high speed digital down conversion, real time signal analysis, etc.
The bladeRF 2.0 micro is a flexible and high-performance SDR device that can be used for a wide range of applications. Please try this product, which is ideal for wireless communication system development and education.
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