ICE-D2RF

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Digital to RF Convertor 70 MHz – 4 GHz
D2RF Top
D2RF Bottom

This single site module accepts streaming complex signal data and up-translates to a frequency range from 70 MHz - 4 GHz. The control software interface (included with the module) displays amplitude vs. time (Oscilloscope), amplitude vs. frequency (spectrum), and frequency vs. time (falling raster). Parameters for control of the module are also available for custom library interface directly to the module. The bandwidth is software selectable from 1 to 50 MHz. Two ICE-D2RF modules can be mounted on an ICE-PIC card for dual channel applications.

An internal 10 MHz reference can be used by selecting the onboard 10 MHz reference or 10MHz reference can be provided via SMB connector. An external 1 PPS signal, via SMB connector can be used.


Features

  • Easy, clean transmit spectrum from 70 MHz – 4 GHz at -10 dBm
  • Up to 50 MHz of transmit signal bandwidth
  • Data Inputs:
    Complex data from memory
    Streaming complex data from suitable high-speed storage
  • Digital Output (LVTTL) via Digital I/O port up to 100 Megabits/sec
  • Single-site module for use with ICE-PIC6 or newer DSP cards, also for use with ICEPOD series portable devices

Applications

  • Signal Transmission
  • Input to High Power Amplifier For Transmit
  • RF Spectrum Environment Simulation
  • Communications
  • Instrumentation

Specifications

Functional Block Diagram D2RF Module
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Output Specifications – Signal Level

Parameter Impedance Minimum Typical Maximum Remarks
Analog Output
Up to 50 MHz Bandwidth
70-4000 MHz Frequency Range
50 ohm -60 dBm -10 dBm +10 dBm 0-70 dB attenuation

Typical Sinewave output -10 dBm

Input Specifications – External Reference and PPS

Parameter Impedance Minimum Typical Maximum Remarks
External Ref. - AC-coupled 50 ohm +/- 0.5 Vp-p +/- 1.0 Vp-p +/- 2.0 Vp-p 10 MHz
Note: This input may also be used for an external clock to allow identical clocking of multiple D2RF modules for synchronization.
External 1PPS 50 ohm 0.5 Vp-p 3.3 Vp-p 4.0 Vp-p External LVTTL (3.3V) Level Input
Digital I/O Connection 50 ohm 0.5 Vp-p 3.3 Vp-p 4.0 Vp-p Custom Applications (Call Factory), LVTTL

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Value
Electrical
AVcc
3.3 VDC
DVcc 3.3 VDC
PPS Input 0 to 4 Vpeak into 50ohm
External Reference Input 0 to 4 Vpeak into 50ohm
Analog Output Power +10 dBm (50ohm ref.)
Environmental
Operating Temperature -10 to +65 °C
Storage Temperature -40 to +85 °C

Warning: Operation of this module beyond any of these parameters may cause permanent damage. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for extended periods may affect module reliability. Operation of the module beyond these specified parameters voids the factory warranty.

Connectors

Connector Manufacturer Part Number Description J-Number
Signal Connections
Analog In Emerson 142-0701-871 Edge Launch SMA Connector J2
Reference In Amphenol 903-518J-51P Edge Launch SMB Connector J4
PPS In Amphenol 903-518J-51P Edge Launch SMB Connector J5
Digital In/Out Amphenol 903-518J-51P Edge Launch SMB Connector J6
Board Connection
Data Connection Samtec QTE-020-02-F-D-A Low Profile 40-pin Connector J3
Power Connection Global BG190-10-A-3-N-D Low Profile 2-pin Header J1
Physical Connection
Standoff (2 each)

Physical Connection
Mating Connectors
SMB Amp 414946-1 J4, J5, J6
Huber Suhner 11SMB-50-2-40
SMA Standard SMA J2
Data Samtec QSE-020-01-F-D-A 40-pin Connector J3

ICE Interface Cables

ICE-CAB-SMA (for J2) 5 ft. BNC to SMA cable
ICE-CAB-SB5 (for J4, J5, J6) 5 ft. BNC to SMB cable

Connectors Diagram

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Status

This model is in production. For pricing, please see the Pricing page.