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SIDEKIQ™ VPX400

The Sidekiq VPX400 is a 6 GHz modular, multi-channel RF transceiver that enables rapid development while reducing system slot count requirements and power consumption.

For applications requiring >6 GHz, the VPX400 pairs with the VPX410 to allow access to 18 GHz.

Specifications

SOSA/
CMOSS
Digital
1 MHz
6 GHz
2 Ch./ 4 Ch.
Coherent
10 MHz,
PPS
Yes
-
4
4
450 MHz
75 dB
1.1 lb
0.5 kg
40 W
Ethernet/
PCIe
16/ 14

FEATURES

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    RF Coverage: 70 MHz to 6 GHz
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    Channel Bandwidth: Up to 900 MHz Total BW on Receive & Transmit
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    Pre-Select Filtering: Seven bandpass RF filters on each receiver
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    FPGA: Xilinx Kintex® Ultrascale™ XCKU115 FPGA
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    A/D Converter: 16-bit sample width
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    D/A Converter: 14-bit sample width
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    Comprehensive: Phase coherent, multi-channel solution in a single 3U VPX card, Sidekiq™ VPX400 features a wide RF tuning range and a typical power consumption of under 40W.
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    SOSA-Aligned: aligns with the SOSA™ Technical Standard for rapid adaptability, while its core software-defined radio (SDR) technology future-proofs applications by allowing quick adoption of emerging capabilities

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Datasheets

10/01/2024
Datasheets

Epiq - datasheet - Sidekiq™ VPX400

The MORA-compliant/SOSA-aligned Sidekiq VPX400 is a modular, multichannel RF transceiver solution that enables rapid development of converged SIGINT/EW platforms while reducing slot count requirements, power consumption, and engineering-related cost. Its modularity complies with MORA 2.4 standards and aligns with the SOSA™ Technical Standard while its core software-defined radio (SDR) technology future-proofs applications by allowing quick adoption of emerging capabilities. Sidekiq VPX400 is also interoperable with Sidekiq VPX410 for access to RF spectrum up to 18 GHz.

10/01/2024
Datasheets

Epiq Block Diagram Cheat Sheet

10/01/2024
Datasheets

Epiq RF Front Ends Cheat Sheet

10/01/2024
Datasheets

Epiq Product Groups Cheat Sheet

Application notes

10/01/2024
Application notes

Which RF Architecture Should I Choose

Software Defined Radios (SDRs) have become ubiquitous in applications that value their flexibility, reconfigurability, spectrum agility and upgradability. These include defense, public safety, wireless infrastructure, space, SATCOM, test and measurement to name a few. However, there are several common methods of implementing SDR architectures – how do you know which is best to meet a specific need?

10/01/2024
Application notes
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Ethernet vs. PCIe: Exploring Options for High-Throughput, Low-Latency Data Transport in SOSA-Aligned Systems

As RF channel bandwidth increases, along with the number of channels being used, the systems capable of processing these signals also exponentially increase in complexity.

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10/01/2024
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Considerations in the Build vs Buy Decision-Making Process for SDRs

The flexibility and enhanced performance offered by software-defined radios (SDRs) in RF transceiver applications is driving an increased demand for their use across many industries such as defense, telecom, aerospace, and government.

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You will see the white paper in PDF format in your email shortly.

Case studies

Open-source repositories

10/01/2024
Open-source repositories

Epiq GitHub Repository

We support open-source efforts such as GNU Radio, SoapySDR as well as PlutoSDR on some of our products. Visit our GitHub repositories to learn more.

Blog

10/01/2024
Blog

The Sidekiq VPX410 Enables Signals of Interest in X & Ku Bands

Examining signals above 6GHz and SDRs that enable their applications.

10/01/2024
Blog

An Introduction to SOSA

With accelerating momentum around Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) standards and system requirements, Epiq Solutions’ SOSA standards expert breaks down the fundamentals.

10/01/2024
Blog

Welcome Back, Tri-Service Open Architecture Interoperability Demonstration (TSOA-ID)

Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) is ushering in the next generation of electronic systems for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).

10/01/2024
Blog

Epiq Solutions VPX400 Demonstrates MORA 2.4 Compliance

Epiq’s focused RF SDR has met MORA 2.4 and SOSA C4SIR guidelines. Read here for more.

10/01/2024
Blog

2021: The Year of SOSA Conformance

We look at the benefits SOSA-conformance promises and how working toward compliance can help vendors ensure their products are ready for the new standard.

10/01/2024
Blog

Software Defined Radios – Which RF Architecture Should I Choose?

Choosing the right RF architecture is critical for SDR performance. From Superheterodyne to Direct Sampling, each offers unique trade-offs in size, power, and capability. Discover which architecture best fits your mission needs—register now to access the full article.

User Manuals

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