GP-Simulator 2 SDR overview

To get started with the GP-Simulator 2 SDR, follow these steps:

  1. Connect the GP-Simulator 2 SDR to host computer.
  2. Install the drivers on the host computer.
  3. Optional: Connect additional equipment to GP-Simulator 2 SDR. 

For an overview of the SDR’s connectors and indicators, see figure 1. 

Figure 1. GP-Simulator SDR connectors and indicators.



Step 1: Connect the GP-Simulator 2 SDR to host computer

1.1 Open the protective case and locate the GP-Simulator SDR and the USB Type‑C cable.  

1.2 Unscrew the retaining screw and lift the cap from the SDR.  

1.3 Loosen the two screws that hold the cable‑fixing clamp.  

1.4 Remove the cable‑fixing clamp and insert the Type‑C end of the cable.  

1.5 Secure the cable with the clamp and re‑tighten the screws.  

1.6 Replace the cap and fasten the retaining screw.  

1.7 Plug the USB end of the cable into the host computer.


Step 2: Install the drivers on the host computer

 2.1 Open Device Manager and locate the USRP B200 device.


 2.2 Right-click to select Update driver. 

 

 2.3 In the Update Drivers – USRP B200 dialog, select Browse my computer for drivers.


 2.4 Select Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer.

 

 2.5 Select NI-USRP USB Devices and click Next.

 

 2.6 Select the device driver NI USRP-2900 and click Next.

 

 2.7 Drivers are updated, click Close.



Step 3 (Optional): Connect additional equipment to GP-Simulator 2 SDR

3.1 If you are using a GPSDO, connect the antenna to the ANT connector.  

3.2 If you are using an external 10 MHz source and a 1 PPS source, connect them with SMA cables.  

3.3 If you need to attenuate the signal, attach an attenuator.

Note: Connect the DC blocker to the receiver to protect the receiver.