Analog Devices ADALM-PLUTO PlutoSDR Active Learning Module Software Defined Radio SDR Transceiver 325MHz-3.8GHz AD9363 Zynq Z-7010 for RF Learning Lab

Analog Devices Inc. ADALM-PLUTO Active Learning Module. The Analog Devices ADALM-PLUTO SDR Active Learning Module (PlutoSDR) introduces students majoring in electrical engineering to the fundamental knowledge of software-defined radio (SDR), radio frequency (RF), and wireless communication. This module is designed for students of different levels and backgrounds and can be used simultaneously for teacher guidance and self-study in this independent and self-contained portable radio frequency laboratory. Portable tools

When used in conjunction with a laptop or tablet, PlutoSDR can serve as a personal portable tool for reinforcing classroom learning. PlutoSDR supports the MATLAB? and Simulink? software packages. These software packages offer innovative graphical user interfaces (GUIs) that enable students to learn more quickly, work more effectively, and explore more knowledge.

Exploring RF theory and RF practice through the ADALM-PLUTO SDR active learning module, students can lay a solid foundation in the actual RF and communication fields while pursuing a degree in technology, science, or engineering. The ADALM-PLUTO SDR active learning module has independent receiving and transmitting channels and can operate in full-duplex mode. PlutoSDR can acquire and generate RF analog signals at a maximum speed of 61.44 MSPS within the tuning range of 325 MHz to 3.8 GHz. Since PlutoSDR is started through the libiio driver, it supports OS X?, Windows?, and Linux?, allowing students to learn and explore on various devices.

Characteristics

Portable independent RF learning module high-performance experimental platform. RF coverage range: 325 MHz to 3.8 GHz. Peak instantaneous bandwidth up to 20 MHz.

Based on the highly integrated RF agile transceiver of Analog Devices AD9363 and Xilinx? ZynqZ-7010FPGA

Flexible rate, 12-bit ADC and DAC

MATLAB? ,Simulink? Supports GNU Radio's pull-in current block

One transmitter and one receiver, half-duplex or full-duplex

USB 2.0 interface

Libiio, C, C++, C# and Python APIs

High-quality plastic casing

Power supply

DC input (USB): 4.5V - 5.5V

Conversion performance and clock. ADC and DAC resolution: 12 bits Frequency accuracy: -25 ppm

ADC and DAC sampling rate: 65.2 kSPS to 61.44 MSPS

RF performance tuning range: 325 MHz to 3800 MHz

Tx output power: 7 dBm

Rx noise coefficient: < 3.5 dB

RF shielding: None

Digital specifications

USB: 2.0 On-The-Go

FPGA logic unit: 28k

DSP Slice: 80

DDR3L: 4Gb (512MB)

QSPI flash: 256Mb (32MB)

Rx and Tx modulation accuracy (EVM): -34 dB (2%)

Core: Single ARM Cortex-A9, frequency 667 MHz

Physical specifications

Weight: 114g

Temperature: 10°C to 40°C

Size: 117mm X 79mm x 24mm or 4.62" X 3.11" X 0.95"

PlutoSDR host interface supports USB devices of large capacity storage (for firmware update) Serial (for interaction with Linux kernel/PlutoSDR user space) Network/RNDIS (for loading and controlling custom ARM applications) Libiio (for batch USB data transmission and control of SDR) Device firmware upgrade (for backup firmware upgrade)