Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Z7020 Gen 2 Starter Kit
Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Z7020 Gen 2 Starter Kit is a next-generation, all-in-one measurement and control solution designed for high-performance applications in research, industry, and advanced engineering. Built around the powerful Zynq 7020 System-on-Chip (SoC) with dual-core Arm® Cortex®-A9 and 1GB of RAM, this kit delivers exceptional processing capability and precision. The kit features two 125MS/s 14-bit analog inputs and two 14-bit outputs, ultra-low noise analog front- and back-ends, and improved crosstalk performance for superior signal fidelity.
With USB-C connectivity, internal and external clock switching, and support for multi-device synchronization, this Red Pitaya kit sets a new standard in software-defined instrumentation. The E3 connector provides high-speed differential GPIO access and advanced boot options, while the included software suite offers intuitive, web-based tools such as an oscilloscope, signal generator, and spectrum analyzer.
Compatible with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and Scilab, the STEMlab 125-14 PRO Z7020 Gen 2 integrates seamlessly into complex testing workflows and automation systems. Ideal for applications in RF development, quantum and photonics research, aerospace, and industrial monitoring, this starter kit combines flexibility, accuracy, and open-source accessibility to accelerate innovation across demanding environments.
Features
- High-performance RF signal acquisition and generation
- Ultra-low noise, high-fidelity analog front-end
- Enhanced analog design for reduced noise and jitter
- Zynq 7020 SoC with dual-core Arm Cortex-A9 and 1GB DDR
- 2x 125MSPS 14-bit analog inputs and 2x 14-bit outputs
- Crisp 50Ω output impedance and improved crosstalk (70dB up to 30MHz)
- High 50dB SFDR at 10MHz, 10dBm
- Internal/external clock switching with the CLK_SEL pin
- E3 connector with 8x differential pairs and boot extension options
- USB Type-C® connectivity for power, serial, USB, and synchronization
- Remote access via web interface over Ethernet
- Can be controlled remotely using LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, or Scilab
- Free online apps [oscilloscope and signal generator, spectrum, Bode analyzer, logic analyzer, LCR meter (requires an extension module), streaming, network manager, and calibration tool]
- Supports synchronization of multiple devices for multi-channel setups
- Reliable operation without voltage glitches on startup
- Open-source software stack with Linux shell access
- Works with Linux or Windows® PC
- Can be programmed to meet custom needs
- Ready for prototyping, development, testing, or OEM integration
- OEM variant available for custom integration
Applications
- RF development
- Quantum and photonics research
- Aerospace
- Industrial monitoring
- Automated testing
- Remote measurement
- Acoustic signal processing
- Communications
- Remote scope meters
- Portable test and measurement tools
- Remote system debugging
- OEM DAQ devices
Specifications
- Micro SD up to 32GB
- Connectivity
- 1GB Ethernet
- USB Type-C
- Wi-Fi® with the use of a dongle
- RF inputs
- 2-channel
- 125MS/s sample rate
- 14-bit ADC resolution
- ±1V/±20V full-scale voltage range
- DC input coupling
- DC to 60MHz bandwidth
- 1MΩ input impedance
- RF outputs
- 2-channel
- 125MS/s sample rate
- 14-bit DAC resolution
- ±1V/±2V full-scale voltage range
- 50Ω (±1V) and High-Z (±2V) load impedance options
- Shortcut protection
- 2V/10ns typical rising/falling time
- DC to 60MHz bandwidth
- Extension connector
- 16x digital IOs
- 4x channels of analog input, 0V to 3.5V, 12-bit
- 4x channels of analog output, 0V to 1.8V, 12-bit
- I2C, SPI, and UART communication interfaces
- +3.3V and ±5V available voltages
- Synchronization
- Trigger input through an extension connector
- Daisy chain connection with USB Type-C
- Reference clock input through an extension connector
- QSPI eMMC boot module available
- Physical
- 0.5kg weight
- 22cm x 15cm x 8cm dimensions
Kit Contents
- Red Pitaya STEMlab 125-14 PRO Z7020 Gen 2 digitizer board
- MicroSD card (with OS image pre-installed)
- 5V, 5A USB type-C power supply
- Ethernet cable
- 2x SMA-BNC adapters
- 2x 50Ω termination
- 2x SMA T adapters
- 2 x SMA cables
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