EVK06002

RF Module EVK

Everything is included for straight forward operation and will enable the user to quickly validate beam steering capabilities together with other system deﬁning RF parameters – critical features when developing a new product with tough requirements on time to market.

Technical Specifications

RF Module EVK ‘Plug and Play’ Platform
- 5G NR Transceiver RFIC
- Patch antenna RF module
Used to evaluate Sivers Semiconductors beam steering RFIC – TRXBF01 – unlicensed 5G (IEEE 802.11ad)
Graphical User Interface (GUI)/software for easy configuration and display of results

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Overview of our Evaluation Kits & Evaluation Boards

Name	RF Modules	RFIC	Frequency
EVK02004	BFM02801	TRB02801	24.25 – 29.50 GHz
128 Element Antenna Array			26.5 – 29.5 GHz
SUMMIT2629eEVB	N/A	SUMMIT2629e	26.5 – 29.5 GHz
EVK02001	BFM02003 (The RF module is not a commercial product, only part of the EVK.)	TRXBF02	24.0-29.5 GHz
EVK03001	N/A Contact [email protected] for information	TRB03901	37.0 – 43.5 GHz
EVK06005	BFM06005 + BFM06010 + BFM06009	TRXBF01	57-66 GHz / 57-71 GHz
EVK06003	BFM06009	TRXBF01	57-71 GHz
EVK06002	BFM06010	TRXBF01	57-71 GHz

FAQ

What is the signal interface to the EVK06002?

It is differential analog base band, zero-IF, I/Q interface.

What kind of connectors are available on the EVK06002 for the analog base band signal?

There are 4 TX and 4 RX mcx female type of connectors.

Can we modify the EVK06002 to be used with an external x-tal?

Yes, instructions for modification can be found in the EVK user manual.

What control interfaces are available and excess thru the EVK06002?

There is a USB, SPI and 2xGPIO connectors interfaces available for direct access to registers. All connector pinning are described in the EVK user manual.

Does the EVK06002 come with a graphical user interface?

Yes, where you can set all the registers.

Is there a beam book available for EVK06002 and what is the size?

Yes, there is a beam book available and the size is 64 different beams.

What is included in the EVK06002 kit?

Python code for controlling the EVK. Power adaptor, USB cable, BFM6010 (radio module) and MB1 (mother board). User manual and 2 hour free support.

EVK06002: Can I get the schematic for MB1 and RF module to be used as a reference design?

Yes, but you need to sign a support agreement for that.

Do I need to sign an NDA to get the EVK06002?

Yes.

EVK06002: What is the bandwidth of the RF signal?

It is 2GHz ie 1GHz I/Q.

EVK06002: Can we measure chip temperature?

Yes.

What is the max power consumption of the EVK06002?

13W.

How many full channels can we measure with this EVK06002?

6 full 2GHz wigig channels, 57-71GHz.

EVK06002: Do we have access to some hi level c-code?

No, for that you need to sign a supply agreement.

Can the EVK06002 use an external LO input?

No. This is not possible in the standard configuration.

Can the EVK06002 provide LO output?

No. This is not possible in the standard configuration.