TIDC-01004

Dual-Band RF Spectrum Analyzer Reference Design

TIDC-01004

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Overview

The SA13x0 Spectrum Analyzer is a SimpleLink™ CC13x0-based reference design can be  used to implement an easy and affordable tool to jumpstart RF development in both Sub-1 GHz and 2.4GHz frequency range.

More and more electronic devices include a built-in RF link but the equipment to design and debug such systems can be very expensive. The CC13x0-based spectrum analyzer provides an affordable development tool that reduces the time needed on expensive measurement equipment. The system is recognized as a USB device and is operated from a powerful yet simple graphical user interface that is available for free to download.

Features
  • Based on the SimpleLink™ CC13x0 ultra low power wireless MCUs
  • SA13x0 supported frequency ranges:
    • 431 - 527 MHz
    • 861 - 1054 MHz
    • 2152 - 2635 MHz
  • Open source QT-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
  • Flexible GUI allows developers to set desired frequency range and amplitude to measure
  • Configurable to show continuous sweep readings or single snapshots
  • Up to 4 traces can be visualized on the GUI, which can be configured to show maximum, average, or actual readings
  • Markers are available for easy measurement readings. These markers can be controlled manually using a jog wheel, or dynamic based on auto peak detection.
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A fully assembled board has been developed for testing and performance validation only, and is not available for sale.

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Design files

Download ready-to-use system files to speed your design process.

TIDUDT2.PDF (694 K)

Reference design overview and verified performance test data

TIDRWI1.PDF (53 K)

Detailed schematic diagram for design layout and components

TIDRWI2.PDF (372 K)

Complete listing of design components, reference designators, and manufacturers/part numbers

Products

Includes TI products in the design and potential alternatives.

Low-power 2.4-GHz products

CC2650SimpleLink™ 32-bit Arm Cortex-M3 multiprotocol 2.4 GHz wireless MCU with 128kB Flash

Data sheet: PDF | HTML
Sub-1 GHz wireless MCUs

CC1310SimpleLink™ 32-bit Arm Cortex-M3 Sub-1 GHz wireless MCU with 128kB Flash

Data sheet: PDF | HTML
Sub-1 GHz wireless MCUs

CC1350SimpleLink™ 32-bit Arm Cortex-M3 multiprotocol Sub-1 GHz & 2.4 GHz wireless MCU with 128kB Flash

Data sheet: PDF | HTML

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* Design guide CC13x0 Spectrum Analyzer Reference Design Nov. 07, 2017

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Hardware development

EVALUATION BOARD
LAUNCHXL-CC1310 CC1310 LaunchPad™ development kit for sub-1-GHz SimpleLink™ wireless MCU LAUNCHXL-CC1350-4 CC1350 dual-band Launchpad™ for multiprotocol Sub-1 GHz and 2.4 GHz SimpleLink™ wireless MCU
DEVELOPMENT KIT
LAUNCHXL-CC1350 CC1350 LaunchPad™ development kit for SimpleLink™ dual-band wireless MCU LAUNCHXL-CC2650 SimpleLink™ CC2650 wireless MCU LaunchPad™ Development Kit

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