The PlutoSky P1 version is based on the official ADALM-PLUTO. The core components of PlutoSky P1 are all the same as ADALM-PLUTO, and it is fully compatible with the official analogdevicesinc/plutosdr-fw firmware.
Based on the AD9363, it offers 2 receive channels and 2 transmit channels which can be operated in full duplex, capable of generating or measuring RF analog signals from 70 to 6000 MHz (after hacked), at up to 61.44 Mega Samples per Second (MSPS) with a 20 MHz bandwidth. The PlutoSDR-MIMO is completely self-contained, fits nicely in a shirt pocket or backpack, and is entirely USB powered with the default firmware. With support for Windows, and Linux, it allows exploration and understanding of RF systems no matter where the user is or when.
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Hardware Component |
Specific Model / Specification |
Description |
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RF Transceiver |
Analog Devices AD9363 |
Highly integrated RF agile transceiver, responsible for core RF signal transmission, reception, modulation, and demodulation. |
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Main SoC (FPGA) |
Xilinx Zynq Z-7010 (Specific model: XC7Z010) |
The core processing unit integrating an ARM processor system (PS) with an FPGA programmable logic (PL) array. (Full Part Number is XC7Z010-1CLG225C). |
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CPU Core |
Single-core ARM Cortex-A9 |
Runs at 667 MHz, used to operate the embedded Linux system and handle USB communication. |
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FPGA Logic Cells |
28,000 Logic Cells |
Used for custom Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and high-speed logic acceleration. |
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DSP Slices |
80 |
Provides hardware-level efficient digital signal processing capabilities. |
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RAM |
512 MB (4 Gb) DDR3L |
Provides sufficient system running memory and data buffering. |
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Flash Memory |
32 MB (256 Mb) QSPI Flash |
Used to store the U-Boot bootloader and the default Linux-based firmware. |
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USB Interface |
USB 2.0 PHY (On-the-Go) |
Micro-USB interface, supports data transfer and device cascading (e.g., external network adapters). |
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RF Interfaces |
SMA Female (50 Ω) |
Equipped with 1 independent Receive (Rx) and 1 Transmit (Tx) antenna connector. |
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Clock Oscillator |
40 MHz |
Provides the base reference clock for the AD9363 RF chip. |
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Parameter |
Specification |
Additional Information |
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RF Coverage |
70 MHz to 6000 MHz |
Covers a large number of mainstream wireless communication bands. |
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Number of Channels |
2 Tx + 2 Rx |
Supports independent operation, allowing for half-duplex or full-duplex operation. |
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Instantaneous Bandwidth |
Up to 20 MHz |
Instantaneous processing bandwidth for complex I/Q signals. |
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ADC/DAC Sample Rate |
65.2 kSPS to 61.44 MSPS |
The sampling rate supports flexible configuration and adjustment. |
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Conversion Resolution |
12 bits |
The precision of both the ADC (Analog-to-Digital) and DAC (Digital-to-Analog) converters. |
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Frequency Accuracy |
±25 ppm |
The accuracy of the internal system clock. |
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Power Supply |
4.5 V - 5.5 V DC input |
Fully powered via the USB interface, requiring no additional power adapter. |
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Software Ecosystem |
Cross-platform (Windows / Linux / macOS) |
Supports MATLAB, Simulink, and GNU Radio; provides C/C++/C#/Python APIs based on libiio. |