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
CMOSS
Coherent
PPS
0.5 kg
PCIe
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
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.
Application notes
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Considerations in the Build vs Buy Decision-Making Process for SDRs
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Blog
The Sidekiq VPX410 Enables Signals of Interest in X & Ku Bands
Examining signals above 6GHz and SDRs that enable their applications.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
