Overview: A Broadband SDR from 10 MHz to 15 GHz
Yttek has introduced the plusDR software-defined radio platform, covering 10 MHz to 15 GHz with up to 400 MHz instantaneous bandwidth. It is designed to accelerate the development, testing, and verification of next-generation wireless communication systems.
The platform targets applications ranging from 6G FR3 and Ku-band satcom to advanced wireless research. It can serve as both a flexible development platform and a standalone SDR capable of executing communication tasks directly.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frequency range | 10 MHz – 15 GHz |
| Instantaneous bandwidth | Up to 400 MHz |
| Sampling rate | Up to 983.04 MHz (configuration-dependent) |
| Receiver gain control | Up to 60 dB |
| Transmitter power control | Up to 60 dB |
| Reference clock | 10 MHz reference input / output |
| Synchronization | Trigger input port |
| Remote interfaces | RJ45 GbE, dual 10 GbE SFP+, USB Type-B JTAG |
| Power supply | 12 V |
| Dimensions | 315.5 × 366.2 × 75.5 mm / 327.9 × 318 × 69.4 mm |
| RF connectors | 3.5 mm SMA |
mmWave OTA Testing
The plusDR integrates seamlessly with Yttek's mmWave front-end modules (FEMs), enabling beamforming, beam steering, and beam management research for millimeter-wave over-the-air (OTA) testing. This makes it well suited for engineers developing and validating high-frequency wireless systems and advanced antenna technologies.
Development & Programming
The platform supports Python, MATLAB, and C++ and ships with a comprehensive library of free example code. Developers can quickly configure it as an arbitrary waveform generator, spectrum analyzer, or even a real-time 5G radio system—reducing development time while remaining flexible across a wide range of wireless communication standards.
With its dual role as a development platform and standalone SDR, plusDR is a noteworthy option for teams working on 6G, satcom, and mmWave research.