Product Introduction
The Ettus USRP E310 is a compact embedded software defined radio (SDR) platform designed for portable wireless communications research, field RF testing, spectrum monitoring, embedded communication systems, and rapid SDR prototyping.
The USRP E310 integrates RF transceiver capability, FPGA-based signal processing, embedded ARM computing, Linux operating system support, and network connectivity into a small standalone SDR platform.
Supporting RF operation from 70 MHz to 6 GHz, 2 transmit channels and 2 receive channels, embedded processing, and UHD software support, the E310 provides a flexible solution for engineers requiring portable and autonomous SDR operation.
Product Overview
The Ettus USRP E310 belongs to the Ettus Embedded Series SDR family and is designed for applications where portability, low power consumption, and standalone operation are critical.
Unlike rack-mounted USRP platforms such as the N Series or modular X Series platforms, the E310 combines RF hardware, FPGA processing, and embedded computing into a compact portable enclosure.
The E310 is suitable for wireless protocol research, field signal analysis, spectrum monitoring, communications prototyping, direction finding experiments, and embedded SDR applications.
Key Features
70 MHz to 6 GHz RF Frequency Coverage
The USRP E310 provides wide RF frequency coverage for a variety of wireless and RF research applications.
- 70 MHz to 6 GHz RF frequency range
- Wideband RF transceiver architecture
- Software-defined frequency tuning
- Support for multiple wireless bands
- Flexible RF experimentation
Advantage: The wide frequency range enables applications including wireless communications, IoT, WLAN, ISM, spectrum monitoring, and RF research.
2 TX / 2 RX RF Channels
The USRP E310 provides two transmit channels and two receive channels for multi-channel SDR applications.
- 2 transmit channels
- 2 receive channels
- 2×2 MIMO capability
- Multi-antenna experiments
- Wireless communication research
- RF signal acquisition
Advantage: Dual RF channels provide MIMO capability in a compact embedded SDR form factor.
Embedded ARM Processor
The E310 includes an integrated ARM processor that enables standalone SDR operation.
- Embedded ARM processor
- Linux-based operating environment
- Local application execution
- Standalone SDR deployment
- Remote network operation
Advantage: The integrated processor allows the E310 to operate without a dedicated external computer.
FPGA-Based Real-Time Processing
The USRP E310 provides programmable FPGA resources for real-time digital signal processing.
- FPGA signal processing
- Digital filtering
- Digital upconversion
- Digital downconversion
- Custom DSP algorithms
- Low-latency processing
Advantage: FPGA acceleration enables real-time RF processing directly on the SDR hardware.
Portable Embedded SDR Architecture
The compact design of the E310 makes it suitable for mobile and field applications.
- Portable SDR platform
- Compact enclosure
- Low-power operation
- Field deployment capability
- Embedded system integration
Advantage: Portable design enables SDR experiments outside traditional laboratory environments.
Battery-Powered Operation
The USRP E310 supports battery-powered operation for mobile SDR applications.
- Battery operation capability
- Portable RF measurements
- Remote monitoring
- Field communication testing
Advantage: Battery support allows deployment in locations without fixed power sources.
Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity
The E310 provides Ethernet connectivity for remote SDR control and data communication.
- Gigabit Ethernet interface
- Remote SDR operation
- Network integration
- Host computer connectivity
USB Connectivity
The E310 provides USB connectivity for system expansion and peripheral integration.
- USB interface
- Peripheral connection
- Flexible embedded deployment
External Clock and Synchronization
The USRP E310 supports external timing and reference synchronization features.
- 10 MHz reference support
- PPS timing support
- Multi-device synchronization
- Coherent RF experiments
UHD Software Support
The E310 is supported by the Ettus UHD software ecosystem.
- UHD driver support
- GNU Radio integration
- C/C++ development
- Python SDR applications
- Custom wireless research
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Embedded Portable Software Defined Radio |
| Model | Ettus USRP E310 |
| RF Frequency Range | 70 MHz to 6 GHz |
| RF Channels | 2 TX / 2 RX |
| MIMO Capability | 2×2 MIMO |
| FPGA | Programmable FPGA Architecture |
| Processor | Embedded ARM Processor |
| Operating System | Embedded Linux |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Synchronization | 10 MHz Reference and PPS Support |
| Software Support | UHD, GNU Radio, C/C++, Python |
| Primary Applications | Portable SDR, Wireless Research, Embedded RF Systems, Spectrum Monitoring |
Software Ecosystem
The Ettus USRP E310 supports a complete SDR software development ecosystem.
- UHD: Provides APIs for device configuration, RF control, streaming, and synchronization.
- GNU Radio: Enables graphical SDR application development.
- C/C++: Supports high-performance custom SDR software.
- Python: Enables scripting, automation, and rapid prototyping.
Industries
- Wireless Communications
- Aerospace and Defense
- RF Engineering
- Telecommunications
- Universities and Research Laboratories
- Embedded System Development
- Spectrum Monitoring
Applications
Portable Wireless Research
The E310 provides a flexible platform for mobile wireless experiments.
- Wireless protocol research
- Portable communication testing
- Field RF experiments
- Wireless prototype development
Spectrum Monitoring
The E310 can be deployed as a portable RF monitoring platform.
- Signal detection
- Interference analysis
- Spectrum surveys
- RF environment monitoring
Embedded SDR Applications
The integrated processor and FPGA resources support standalone embedded SDR solutions.
- Embedded communication systems
- Remote monitoring devices
- Edge signal processing
- Custom RF platforms
Direction Finding Research
The dual-channel architecture supports experimental direction-finding applications.
- RF localization
- Phase-based measurements
- Antenna-array experiments
- Signal tracking research
Wireless Communication Prototyping
The E310 provides a flexible hardware platform for developing custom wireless systems.
- Digital modulation experiments
- Communication algorithm development
- IoT research
- Wireless protocol testing
Comparison with Similar USRP Devices
| Model | Main Difference | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
| USRP E310 | Portable embedded SDR with 70 MHz to 6 GHz coverage, integrated processor, FPGA and 2 TX/2 RX. | Portable and embedded SDR applications |
| USRP E320 | Newer embedded SDR platform with improved performance and updated architecture. | Advanced portable SDR systems |
| USRP N300 | Network SDR designed for remote deployment and distributed RF systems. | Distributed SDR applications |
| USRP X310 | Modular high-performance SDR with flexible RF daughterboards. | Laboratory SDR development |
Recommended Related Products
| Ettus USRP E320 | Portable embedded SDR platform with updated architecture for mobile RF applications. |
| Ettus USRP N300 | Network SDR platform for distributed wireless systems and RF research. |
| Ettus USRP X310 | Modular SDR platform for advanced FPGA and RF development. |
Why Choose USRP E310?
- 70 MHz to 6 GHz RF coverage
- 2 TX / 2 RX channels
- Portable embedded SDR design
- Integrated ARM processor
- FPGA-based real-time processing
- Battery-powered operation
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- UHD and GNU Radio support
- Ideal for field RF applications
- Suitable for embedded communication systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ettus USRP E310?
The USRP E310 is a portable embedded software-defined radio platform designed for wireless research, field RF testing, spectrum monitoring, and embedded SDR applications.
What frequency range does the USRP E310 support?
The USRP E310 supports RF operation from 70 MHz to 6 GHz.
How many channels does the USRP E310 provide?
The E310 provides two transmit channels and two receive channels, supporting 2×2 MIMO applications.
Does the USRP E310 require an external computer?
No. The E310 includes embedded computing resources and can operate as a standalone SDR platform.
What is the difference between USRP E310 and E320?
The E320 is the newer generation embedded USRP platform with improved processing capability and updated hardware architecture. The E310 is an earlier portable embedded SDR solution.
What software supports the USRP E310?
The E310 supports UHD, GNU Radio, C/C++, and Python-based SDR development environments.
Conclusion
The Ettus USRP E310 software defined radio is a compact embedded SDR platform designed for portable wireless research, RF prototyping, spectrum monitoring, and embedded communication systems. With 70 MHz to 6 GHz RF coverage, 2 TX/2 RX channels, FPGA processing, integrated ARM computing, battery operation capability, and UHD software support, the USRP E310 provides a flexible solution for mobile and standalone SDR applications.
