National Instruments USRP-2920

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI USRP-2920/2921/2922
Universal Software Radio Peripheral
This document explains how to install, configure, and test the National Instruments universal
software radio peripheral (USRP) 2920, 2921, or 2922 (NI 292x) device. The NI 292x 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.
To access NI 292x documentation, navigate to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»
NI-USRP»Documentation.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 4
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing NI 292x Devices....................................................................................................... 5
Synchronizing NI 292x Devices (Optional)......................................................................5
Configuring NI 292x Devices................................................................................................... 6
Setting Up the Network (Ethernet Only).......................................................................... 6
Programming the NI 292x.........................................................................................................8
NI-USRP Instrument Driver............................................................................................. 8
NI-USRP Examples.......................................................................................................... 8
Testing the Device (Optional)........................................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 9
Device Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... 9
Network Troubleshooting................................................................................................11
Front Panels and Connectors...................................................................................................13
Direct Connections to the NI 292x................................................................................. 13
NI USRP-2920................................................................................................................ 13
NI USRP-2921................................................................................................................ 15
NI USRP-2922................................................................................................................ 17
Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 20
Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 20

National Instruments USRP-2920 Specifications

General

Frequency Range	50 MHz to 2.2 GHz
Bandwidth	20 MHz
RF Connectors	SMA
ADC Resolution	14-bit
Sample Rate (Max)	25 MS/s
Host Interface	Gigabit Ethernet
Interface	USB
DAC Resolution	14 bits
FPGA	Xilinx Spartan-6 LX150

Summary

Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines

Installing the Software

Installing NI 292 x Devices

Configuring NI 292 x Devices

Setting Up the Network (Ethernet Only)

Configure network settings for device communication.

Configuring the Host Ethernet Interface with a Static IP Address

Set up static IP for host computer's Ethernet.

Changing the IP Address

Configuring Multiple Devices with Ethernet

Programming the NI 292 x

Testing the Device (Optional)

Troubleshooting

Device Troubleshooting

Initial steps for diagnosing device-related issues.

Update Device Firmware and FPGA Images

Network Troubleshooting

Why Doesnt the Device Respond to a Ping (ICMP Echo Request)?

Front Panels and Connectors