Signalens
Software Defined Radio
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Funding ends on Jan 30, 2025 at 03:59 PM PST.
SignalSDR Pro combines portability and performance. With roughly the footprint of a credit card or a Raspberry Pi SBC, SignalSDR Pro is the perfect companion for anyone who needs powerful tools without the bulk. From signal processing and spectrum analysis to communication systems and beyond, SignalSDR Pro allows you to tackle complex SDR projects quickly.
With a simple change in jumper settings and a swap of the microSD card, SignalSDR Pro becomes fully compatible with leading SDR hardware like ADALM-PLUTO and USRP B210, among other examples, so it can be integrate seamlessly into existing workflows.
As for software, SignalSDR Pro operates smoothly with GNU Radio, MATLAB, LabView, DragonOS, LTE Sniffer, Open5GS, srsRAN, GPS-Sim-SDR, OpenBTS, GQRX, and other popular platforms, such as:
The table below highlights the diverse range of available SDRs, which have various capabilities and price points. Devices like SignalSDR Pro compete with more established brands by offering wide frequency ranges and high bandwidths. Entry-level options like RTL-SDR provide basic functionality at a low cost, while high-end devices from Ettus offer advanced features for professional use. This comparison highlights trade-offs between frequency coverage, processing power, interface options, and price across different SDR platforms, which can be helpful when trying to accommodate specific requirements and budget constraints.
SignalSDR Pro | RTL-SDR | PlutoSDR | Ettus B200 | Ettus B210 | Ettus B205mini | BladeRF x40/x115 | BladeRF 2.0 xA4/xA9 | LimeSDR mini 2.0 | AntSDR E200 AD9363 | AntSDR E200 AD9361 | |
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Frequency Range | 70 MHz - 6 GHz | 500 KHz - 1766 MHz | 325 MHz - 3.8 GHz | 70 MHz - 6 GHz | 70 MHz - 6 GHz | 70 MHz - 6 GHz | 300 MHz - 3.8 GHz | 70 MHz - 6 GHz | 10 MHz - 3.5 GHz | 325 MHz - 3.8 GHz | 70 MHz - 6 GHz |
Ethernet | Gigabit | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Gigabit | Gigabit |
USB | 1 x Type-C, 2 x Micro Type-B (OTG), 1 x Type-B 3.0 | Type-A 2.0 | Micro Type-B 2.0, OTG | Type-B | Type-B | Micro Type-B | Type-B | Type-B | Type-A | - | - |
Debug | USB-TTL / USB-JTAG | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | USB-TTL | USB-TTL |
I-PEX | REF CLOCK, CLOCK OUT, TRIG | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2(TX2/RX2) | 2(TX2/RX2) |
GPIO | Full 40 pins | - | - | Minimum pins | Minimum pins | Minimum pins | Minimum pins | Minimum pins | Minimum pins | Minimum pins | Minimum pins |
Additional Boot Option | SD Card / Flash / JTAG | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | SD Card | SD Card |
RF Bandwidth | 56 MHz | 3.2 MHz | 20 MHz | 56 MHz | 56 MHz | 56 MHz | 40 MHz | 56 MHz | 40 MHz | 20 MHz | 56 MHz |
Sample Depth | 12 bits | 8 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits | 12 bits |
Sample Rate | 61.44 MSPS | 3.2 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS | 40 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS | 30.72 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS | 61.44 MSPS |
Channels/Duplex | 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex | 0 Tx / 1 Rx / No Duplex | 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex | 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex | 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex | 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex | 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex | 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex | 1 Tx / 1 Rx / Full Duplex | 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex | 2 Tx / 2 Rx / Full Duplex |
Logic Gates | 85k | - | 28k | 75k | 100k | 150k | 40k (115k avail) | 32k (292k avail) | 44k | 85k | 85k |
Chipset | AD9361 | RTL2832U | AD9363 | AD9364 | AD9361 | AD9364 | LMS6002M | AD9361 | LMS7002M | AD9363 | AD9361 |
GPSDO | Yes | No | No | External | External | External | No | No | No | No | No |
Oscillator Precision | ~ 1 ppm | ~ 1 ppm | ~ 20 ppm | ~2 ppm | ~2 ppm | ~2 ppm | ~ 1 ppm | ~ 1 ppm | ~1 ppm initial, ~ 4 ppm stable | ~2 ppm | ~2 ppm |
Transmit Power | Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency) | - | Up to 6 dBm (depending on frequency) | 10 dBm+ | 10 dBm+ | 10 dBm+ | 6 dBm | 8 dBm | Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency) | Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency) | Up to 10 dBm (depending on frequency) |
We have successfully developed and tested working prototypes of SignalSDR Pro to ensure that it meets our design and performance standards. We are now ready to proceed with the initial production run, which will be limited in quantity to maintain quality control and streamline processes.
For the sake of reliability and consistency, manufacturing will take place at the same trusted facility that produced our previous customized product. We are leveraging an established relationship with this partner to ensure that we can efficiently build, test, and deliver the first batch of SignalSDR units. This process will include comprehensive hardware testing, firmware validation, and performance tuning to ensure that every unit meets our quality benchmarks.
The initial batch will serve as a launchpad for larger-scale production. Based on demand and feedback from the first run, subsequent manufacturing runs will follow promptly, allowing us to scale up while maintaining strict quality-assurance measures.
Once production is complete, all units will be sent to Crowd Supply’s fulfillment partner, Mouser Electronics, a globally trusted distributor. Mouser will handle worldwide delivery to ensure a smooth and timely experience for backers, no matter where they are located.
We will take full advantage of Crowd Supply’s logistics network, which specializes in delivering projects like SignalSDR Pro efficiently and transparently. You can learn more about this process in their Ordering, Paying, and Shipping Guide.
While launching any new product comes with inherent risks, we have taken proactive steps to mitigate potential challenges:
We are confident in our ability to deliver a high-quality product and look forward to getting SignalSDR Pro into your hands. Your support is invaluable in helping us make advanced SDR technology more accessible to the community.
SignalSDR Pro is part of AMD FPGA Playground
AMD Zynq™ 7020 SoC · Modulation, demodulation, and system control
"Of note is a feature that allows the device to emulate a PlutoSDR and USRP B210, instantly making it compatible with software written specifically for those devices."
"The comparison to a Raspberry Pi isn't limited to appearance, either. To increase the device's flexibility, Signalens has given the SignalSDR Pro a Raspberry Pi-like 40-pin general-purpose input/output (GPIO) header for connection to external hardware."
Produced by Signalens in Hong Kong.
Sold and shipped by Crowd Supply.
One SignalSDR Pro pre-assembled in a metal enclosure that doubles as a heat sink and includes one blank microSD card, four linearly polarized 5G antennas for the 700-3800 MHz band, one active GPS antenna, three I-PEX-to-SMA cables, one USB Type-C cable, one USB micro Type-B cable, one gigabit RJ-45 cable, and two writable, preloaded SIM cards.
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·Where software meets spectrum, Signalens is your trusted partner in compact, powerful, and innovative software-defined radio (SDR) solutions, crafted to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand. We aim to revolutionize software-defined radio technology and set a new standard for hardware openness and customization.
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