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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
USRP-2930/2932
USRP Software Defined Radio Device
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the following USRP devices:
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USRP-2930 Software Defined Radio Device
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USRP-2932 Software Defined Radio Device
The USRP-2930/2932 can send and receive signals for use in various communications
applications. This device ships with the NI-USRP instrument driver, which you can use to
program the device.
Contents
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3
Environmental Guidelines.........................................................................................................4
Environmental Characteristics.......................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the Software Using NI Package Manager......................................................... 4
Installing the Software Using the Driver Download Page................................................ 5
Installing the Device................................................................................................................. 5
Synchronizing Multiple Devices (Optional)..................................................................... 6
Configuring the Device............................................................................................................. 6
Setting Up the Network (Ethernet Only).......................................................................... 6
Programming the Device.......................................................................................................... 9
NI-USRP Instrument Driver............................................................................................. 9
NI-USRP Examples and Lessons....................................................................................10
Verifying the Device Connection (Optional).................................................................. 11
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 12
Device Troubleshooting.................................................................................................. 12
Network Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 14
Front Panels, Back Panels, and Connectors............................................................................ 15
Direct Connections to the Device................................................................................... 15
USRP-2930 Front Panel, Back Panel, and LEDs............................................................16
USRP-2932 Front Panel, Back Panel, and LEDs............................................................18
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 20
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 20
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
USRP-2930 Software Defined Radio Device • USRP-2932 Software Defined Radio Device The USRP-2930/2932 can send and receive signals for use in various communications applications. This device ships with the NI-USRP instrument driver, which you can use to program the device. -
Page 2: Verifying The System Requirements
Do not install a device if it appears damaged in any way. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit. Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use. 2 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 3: Verifying The Kit Contents
LabVIEW Communications System Design Suite • LabVIEW MathScript RT Module, available for download at ni.com/downloads • USRP MIMO sync and data cable, available at , to synchronize clock sources ni.com USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 3... -
Page 4: Environmental Guidelines
Package Manager. To download another version of NI-USRP, refer to Installing the Software Using the Driver Download Page. To install the latest NI-USRP instrument driver, open NI Package Manager. On the BROWSE PRODUCTS tab, click Drivers to display all available drivers. 4 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Installing The Software Using The Driver Download Page
Ethernet interface on the host computer. Connect the AC/DC power supply to the USRP device. Plug the power supply into a wall outlet. Windows automatically recognizes the USRP device. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5... -
Page 6: Synchronizing Multiple Devices (Optional)
Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). Configure the host Ethernet interface with a static IP address on the same subnet as the connected device to enable communication, as shown in the following table. 6 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... - Page 7 In the list, select the device for which you want to change the IP address. If you have multiple devices, verify that you selected the correct device. The IP address of the selected device displays in the Selected IP Address textbox. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 7...
- Page 8 Table 2. Multiple Host Ethernet Interface Configuration Device Host IP Address Host Subnet Mask Device IP Address USRP Device 0 192.168.10.1 255.255.255.0 192.168.10.2 USRP Device 1 192.168.11.1 255.255.255.0 192.168.11.2 8 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide...
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Page 9: Programming The Device
The NI-USRP instrument driver features a set of functions and properties that exercise the capabilities of the USRP device, including configuration, control, and other device-specific functions. Related Information Refer to the NI-USRP Manual for information about using the instrument driver in your applications. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9... -
Page 10: Ni-Usrp Examples And Lessons
Started»Demodulating demodulating an FM signal FM Signals with the with your device. NI... and choose a task to accomplish. Note The NI Example Finder does not include NI-USRP examples. 10 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 11: Verifying The Device Connection (Optional)
If the device is transmitting signals, the I/Q graph displays I and Q waveforms. Open the niUSRP EX Rx Continuous Async example VI and run it. If the device is transmitting signals, the I/Q graph displays I and Q waveforms. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 11... -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
Click the Refresh Device List button to scan for USRP devices and update the device list. If your device does not appear in the list, verify that the device is on and is correctly connected to the computer. 12 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... - Page 13 Allow up to 15 seconds for the device to completely start up. Why Don't NI-USRP Examples Appear in the NI Example Finder in LabVIEW? NI-USRP does not install examples into the NI Example Finder. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 13...
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Page 14: Network Troubleshooting
Continue to press the safe-mode button until the front panel LEDs blink and remain solid. While in safe-mode, run the NI-USRP Configuration Utility to change the IP address from the default, , to a new value. 192.168.10.2 14 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 15: Front Panels, Back Panels, And Connectors
If you are using an active device, such as a preamplifier or switch routed to the USRP device TX 1 RX 1 or RX 2 connector, ensure that the device cannot generate signal USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 15... -
Page 16: Usrp-2930 Front Panel, Back Panel, And Leds
The power input accepts a 6 V, 3 A external DC power connector. Table 6. LED Indicators Description Color Indication Indicates the transmit status of the The device is not transmitting data. device. Green The device is transmitting data. 16 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... - Page 17 The device is powered on. Back Panel GPS ANT is the input terminal for the GPS antenna signal. GPS ANT is an SMA (f) connector with an impedance of 50 Ω. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 17...
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Page 18: Usrp-2932 Front Panel, Back Panel, And Leds
The power input accepts a 6 V, 3 A external DC power connector. Table 8. LED Indicators Description Color Indication Indicates the transmit status of the The device is not transmitting data. device. Green The device is transmitting data. 18 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... - Page 19 The device is powered on. Back Panel GPS ANT is the input terminal for the GPS antenna signal. GPS ANT is an SMA (f) connector with an impedance of 50 Ω. USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 19...
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Page 20: Where To Go Next
1 866 ASK MYNI (275 6964). For support outside the United States, visit the Worldwide Offices section of ni.com/niglobal access the branch office websites, which provide up-to-date contact information. 20 | ni.com | USRP-2930/2932 Getting Started Guide... - Page 21 NI trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering NI products/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents...
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