Ettus Research USRP N200 Software-Defined Radio System

Description

The Ettus Research USRP N200 is a versatile and high-performance software-defined radio (SDR) system designed for a variety of wireless communication and signal processing applications. It is part of the USRP (Universal Software Radio Peripheral) series and offers significant flexibility for both development and research. Here’s an overview of its key features and applications:

Key Features:

• High-Speed Connectivity: The USRP N200 features Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) connectivity for high-speed data transfer, making it ideal for real-time communications and high-bandwidth signal processing applications.
• Wideband Transceiver: It supports wideband signal transmission and reception, covering a broad frequency range depending on the selected daughterboard.
• Modular Design: The system is modular, allowing users to add different daughterboards for varying frequency ranges, including options for RF (radio frequency) and baseband signal processing.
• High Dynamic Range: The USRP N200 is designed to offer high dynamic range, making it well-suited for both weak signal detection and strong signal transmission.
• Advanced Signal Processing: It can be used with various signal processing tools such as GNU Radio, MATLAB, and LabVIEW, giving users a high degree of flexibility and power for processing signals.
• Integration with Ettus Software: The system integrates seamlessly with Ettus Research’s software suite, providing robust tools for SDR development.

Applications:

• Wireless Communications: Ideal for research and development of wireless communication systems such as 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi, and custom protocols.
• Signal Intelligence (SIGINT): Used in military, aerospace, and intelligence applications for signal detection, analysis, and interception.
• Radar Systems: Supports development and testing of radar and sonar systems for a variety of uses, including research and commercial applications.
• Educational Tools: Useful in academic and research settings to teach concepts of SDR and signal processing.
• RF Test and Measurement: The USRP N200 can be used for RF test equipment purposes, including generating and receiving RF signals for testing communications equipment.

Specifications (General):

• Host Interface: Gigabit Ethernet (GigE)
• Sample Rate: Up to 100 MS/s (Mega-samples per second) in both transmit and receive modes.
• Power Supply: 12V DC input.
• Daughterboard Compatibility: Supports a wide range of Ettus Research daughterboards for different frequency ranges.
• Software Compatibility: Compatible with popular SDR software, including GNU Radio, LabVIEW, and MATLAB.

If you’re looking to develop custom wireless communication systems or need a high-performance platform for signal analysis and testing, the Ettus Research USRP N200 is a reliable, flexible choice.