Product Introduction
Земля Ettus USRP X440 is an ultra-high-performance software defined radio (SDR) platform designed for advanced wireless communications research, 5G FR2/mmWave development, 6G research, phased-array systems, radar applications, spectrum intelligence, and high-frequency RF prototyping.
Built on an advanced RFSoC-based architecture, the USRP X440 combines wideband RF capability, multiple RF channels, high-speed data conversion, powerful FPGA processing, and ultra-high-speed Ethernet connectivity in a compact SDR platform.
With support for RF operation extending up to 44 GHz, до 1.6 GHz instantaneous bandwidth, four transmit channels, four receive channels, and 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, the X440 provides one of the highest-performance SDR platforms available for next-generation wireless and mmWave research.
Product Overview
Земля Ettus USRP X440 is designed for researchers and engineers developing advanced RF systems beyond traditional sub-6 GHz SDR platforms.
Compared with previous USRP platforms such as X310, X410, and X420, the X440 introduces significantly wider bandwidth capability and extends operation into millimeter-wave frequencies, making it suitable for emerging 5G FR2 and 6G applications.
The X440 integrates RF conversion technology, FPGA processing resources, embedded computing, and high-speed networking to provide a complete platform for developing sophisticated wireless, radar, and sensing systems.
Key Features
Millimeter-Wave RF Capability up to 44 GHz
The USRP X440 extends SDR capability into millimeter-wave frequency ranges for advanced wireless and sensing applications.
- RF operation up to 44 GHz
- Millimeter-wave research capability
- 5G FR2 frequency experimentation
- 6G frequency-band research
- High-frequency RF prototyping
Advantage: The extended frequency capability enables researchers to develop next-generation wireless systems beyond traditional microwave SDR platforms.
4 TX / 4 RX RF Channels
The X440 provides four transmit channels and four receive channels for advanced multi-antenna systems.
- 4 transmit channels
- 4 receive channels
- 4×4 MIMO capability
- Phased-array research
- Beamforming applications
- Multi-channel RF processing
Advantage: Multiple synchronized RF channels enable advanced antenna-array research and spatial communication techniques.
Up to 1.6 GHz Instantaneous Bandwidth
The X440 provides extremely wide instantaneous bandwidth for demanding broadband RF applications.
- Up to 1.6 GHz bandwidth
- Ultra-wideband I/Q streaming
- Wideband waveform generation
- High-speed RF acquisition
- Advanced wireless testing
Advantage: The extremely large bandwidth supports high-data-rate communications, wideband radar, channel sounding, and advanced spectrum analysis.
Integrated RFSoC Architecture
The USRP X440 uses an advanced RFSoC architecture integrating RF converters, FPGA processing, and embedded processing resources.
- Integrated RF ADCs
- Integrated RF DACs
- AMD/Xilinx RFSoC technology
- Embedded ARM processing
- Programmable FPGA logic
Advantage: RFSoC integration provides high synchronization performance, reduced system complexity, and exceptional bandwidth capability.
High-Performance FPGA Processing
The X440 includes powerful FPGA resources for implementing real-time signal-processing algorithms.
- FPGA-based DSP
- RFNoC acceleration
- Real-time filtering
- FFT processing
- Channelization
- Custom wireless algorithms
- Low-latency processing
Advantage: FPGA processing enables hardware acceleration for complex wireless and RF applications.
100 Gigabit Ethernet Interface
The USRP X440 provides high-speed Ethernet connectivity for handling massive RF data streams.
- 100 Gigabit Ethernet
- High-throughput I/Q streaming
- Distributed SDR systems
- Large-scale wireless testbeds
- Wideband data transfer
Advantage: 100 GigE enables operation with extremely wide bandwidth and multiple RF channels.
5G FR2 and 6G Research Platform
The X440 is designed for advanced wireless communication research requiring millimeter-wave capability.
- 5G FR2 development
- 6G wireless research
- mmWave communication
- Massive MIMO
- Beamforming algorithm development
- Advanced PHY research
Advantage: The X440 provides researchers with a flexible platform for future wireless standards development.
Advanced Synchronization
The X440 supports timing and synchronization features required for coherent multi-channel RF systems.
- 10 MHz reference support
- PPS synchronization
- Multi-device synchronization
- Phase-coherent RF operation
- Распределенные РЧ-системы
Advantage: Accurate synchronization enables phased arrays, beamforming, radar, and distributed sensing applications.
RFNoC FPGA Processing
The X440 supports RF Network-on-Chip (RFNoC) technology for advanced FPGA-based SDR processing.
- Custom FPGA processing blocks
- Hardware acceleration
- Real-time DSP pipelines
- Low-latency processing
- Flexible SDR architecture
Advantage: RFNoC enables developers to create customized high-performance SDR applications with FPGA acceleration.
Technical Specifications
| Параметр | Описание |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Ultra-Wideband RFSoC Software Defined Radio |
| Модель | Ettus USRP X440 |
| RF Frequency Range | Up to 44 GHz (with compatible RF front-end configuration) |
| RF Channels | 4 TX / 4 RX |
| MIMO Capability | Up to 4×4 MIMO |
| Мгновенная пропускная способность | Up to 1.6 GHz |
| RF Architecture | Integrated RFSoC Architecture |
| ФПГА | AMD/Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC |
| Host Interface | 100 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Синхронизация | 10 MHz Reference and PPS Support |
| Поддержка программного обеспечения | UHD, GNU Radio, RFNoC |
| Primary Applications | 5G FR2, 6G, mmWave Communications, Radar, Beamforming and Advanced SDR Research |
Software Ecosystem
The Ettus USRP X440 is supported by the modern UHD software ecosystem and FPGA development environment.
- UHD: Provides APIs for RF configuration, streaming, synchronization, and device management.
- GNU Radio: Enables software-defined radio development for communication and signal-processing applications.
- RFNoC: Provides FPGA-based processing architecture for high-performance SDR applications.
- C/C++ and Python: Support customized SDR application development.
Industries
- 5G and 6G Communications
- Millimeter-Wave Research
- Аэрокосмическая и оборонная промышленность
- Radar Development
- Радиоэлектронная борьба
- RF Engineering
- Telecommunications
- Universities and Research Laboratories
Applications
5G FR2 mmWave Research
The X440 provides the frequency capability and bandwidth required for millimeter-wave wireless research.
- 5G FR2 systems
- mmWave communication links
- Beam management
- Channel measurement
- PHY-layer research
6G Wireless Research
The X440 provides a foundation for exploring future wireless technologies.
- 6G waveform research
- High-frequency communications
- Future spectrum exploration
- Advanced antenna systems
Phased Array and Beamforming
Multiple RF channels and synchronization capabilities support advanced antenna-array research.
- Digital beamforming
- Phased-array systems
- Adaptive antennas
- Spatial signal processing
Wideband Radar
The large bandwidth capability makes the X440 suitable for advanced radar experiments.
- Wideband radar
- High-resolution sensing
- FMCW radar
- Radar signal processing
Spectrum Intelligence
The X440 can support advanced RF monitoring and signal intelligence applications.
- Wideband spectrum monitoring
- Signal detection
- Signal classification
- Interference analysis
Comparison with Similar USRP Devices
| Модель | Основное различие | Best Application |
|---|---|---|
| USRP X440 | Ultra-wideband RFSoC SDR with up to 44 GHz RF capability and 1.6 GHz bandwidth. | mmWave, 5G FR2, 6G and advanced radar |
| USRP X420 | RFSoC SDR covering up to 8 GHz with 400 MHz bandwidth. | Sub-6 GHz advanced wireless research |
| USRP X410 | RFSoC SDR covering up to 7.2 GHz with 400 MHz bandwidth. | 5G/6G wireless research |
| USRP X310 | Modular daughterboard SDR with up to 160 MHz bandwidth. | General SDR research |
Recommended Related Products
| Ettus USRP X420 | High-performance RFSoC SDR for wideband wireless applications up to 8 GHz. |
| Ettus USRP X410 | RFSoC SDR platform for 5G/6G research with 4 TX/4 RX channels. |
| Ettus USRP X310 | Modular SDR platform with flexible RF daughterboard configuration. |
Why Choose USRP X440?
- Up to 44 GHz RF capability
- Up to 1.6 GHz instantaneous bandwidth
- 4 TX / 4 RX channels
- Designed for mmWave applications
- 5G FR2 and 6G research capability
- RFSoC integrated architecture
- Advanced FPGA processing
- 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- RFNoC support
- Suitable for phased arrays and radar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ettus USRP X440?
The USRP X440 is an ultra-wideband RFSoC-based software-defined radio platform designed for mmWave communications, 5G FR2, 6G research, radar, and advanced RF applications.
What frequency range does the USRP X440 support?
The X440 supports RF operation extending up to 44 GHz with compatible RF front-end configurations.
How many channels does the USRP X440 provide?
The X440 provides four transmit channels and four receive channels, supporting up to 4×4 MIMO applications.
What bandwidth does the USRP X440 support?
The USRP X440 supports up to 1.6 GHz instantaneous bandwidth.
What is the difference between USRP X440 and X420?
The main difference is frequency capability and bandwidth. The X420 targets wideband sub-8 GHz applications, while the X440 extends SDR operation into millimeter-wave frequencies with much larger bandwidth capability.
Is USRP X440 suitable for 5G FR2?
Yes. The X440 is designed for millimeter-wave wireless research including 5G FR2 development, beamforming, and phased-array experiments.
What software supports the USRP X440?
The X440 supports UHD, GNU Radio, RFNoC, C/C++, and Python-based SDR development environments.
Заключение
Земля Ettus USRP X440 software defined radio is an advanced RFSoC SDR platform designed for the next generation of wireless and RF research. With millimeter-wave capability up to 44 GHz, 4 TX/4 RX channels, up to 1.6 GHz bandwidth, FPGA acceleration, 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, and RFNoC support, the X440 provides a powerful solution for 5G FR2, 6G, radar, phased-array, and advanced SDR development applications.
