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RP - The Guide v1.0

This quick start guide provides instructions for setting up a Red Pitaya device. It outlines connecting interfaces like Ethernet and USB, inserting an SD card with the operating system, and powering on the device. It also describes how to access apps using the device's IP address on a browser. Wireless setup involves editing configuration files on the SD card to connect to a WiFi network.

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RP - The Guide v1.0

This quick start guide provides instructions for setting up a Red Pitaya device. It outlines connecting interfaces like Ethernet and USB, inserting an SD card with the operating system, and powering on the device. It also describes how to access apps using the device's IP address on a browser. Wireless setup involves editing configuration files on the SD card to connect to a WiFi network.

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Red Pitaya - Quick-start guide

The instructions below will serve as a basic quick start guide for your
new Red Pitaya. For more advanced details, please refer to the
up-to-date wiki: http://wiki.redpitaya.com/index.php?title=Main_Page

A. Setting up:
1. Place your Red Pitaya on a stable, flat surface in a
well-ventilated environment. The picture below shows clearly
each of its interfaces.

Table 1: Interfaces and their description


Name Type Connector Description
RF input (High-Z, 1 MΩ //
IN1 Input SMA-F
10 pF)
RF input (High-Z, 1 MΩ //
IN2 Input SMA-F
10 pF)
OUT1 Output SMA-F RF output (50 Ω)
OUT2 Output SMA-F RF output (50 Ω)
1000Base-T Ethernet
Ethernet Full-duplex RJ45
connection
Used for standard USB
USB Full-duplex A USB
devices
Micro USB
Full-duplex Micro B USB Used for console connection
(Console)
Micro USB
Input Micro B USB 5 V / 2 A power supply
(Power)
Micro SD
Micro SD Full-duplex Micro SD memory card
slot

2. The SD card is to contain the Red Pitaya OS image along with its
app configurations. In case you have purchased the SD card

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separately, you will need to copy the pre-configured file system


onto it with your PC or laptop. The link in this Wiki section will
be updated by the manufacturer upon any updates:
http://wiki.redpitaya.com/index.php?title=User_Manual#Red_
Pitaya_SD_card_preparation
The snapshot below shows the webpage, and the download link
to SD card contents is highlighted.

3. Before loading the SD card back into the Red Pitaya, kindly
decide whether you would like to use a wired (Ethernet – RJ45)
or wireless connection. If you prefer Ethernet, then continue to
step 4.
If not, go to section B for instructions on the wireless mode setup.
Wireless connection is supported on the Red Pitaya via a USB
dongle containing the Realtek chipset ‘RTL8192CU’. Some
popular compatible models are: Edimax - EW7811Un, TP-LINK
TL-WN823N.

4. Insert the SD card back into the Red Pitaya and plug in your
Ethernet RJ45 cable from your router. Any viewing devices for
the Pitaya’s apps MUST be on the same network as the Pitaya
itself, i.e. the same router.

5. Power up your Red Pitaya with the provided adapter. The red

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circle marks the micro-USB port for power supply

6. Once powered up, the LED status should be:

Blue (D) and Green (P) are lit. Yellow LED 0 blinks. Here is a
reference:

7. A little bit on the software now. All your applications


(oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyser, etc.) are
client server based and can be accessed via any web browser
(desktop or mobile). App updates, installations and developer
contributions can be found on the app store known as Bazaar.
To load your apps, you will need to enter your Red Pitaya’s
network IP into the browser address bar.

To help you out, the following IP discovery service is provided by


the manufacturer:

http://discovery.redpitaya.com/

8. You’re good to go. Enjoy!

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B. Wireless (Wi-Fi) mode:

1. If you have a router and the means to find out the IP addresses
of its Wi-Fi clients, the wireless setup is straightforward.

1.1. Plug in your SD card to your laptop or PC. On Windows,


the root directory should resemble:

1.2. Navigate to the ‘etc’ followed by ‘network’ sub-folders.


Open up the ‘wpa_supplicant.conf’ file with the Windows
Notepad application.

1.3. Set the SSID (Wi-Fi connection name) and PSK (its

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password) within the ‘wpa_supplicant.conf’ file. The


following text is extracted from the same file to show
where the changes are required. Highlights mark the
edits.

ctrl_interface=/var/run/wpa_supplicant

# WPA configuration example

network={

ssid="<YOUR_SSID>"

scan_ssid=1

proto=WPA RSN

key_mgmt=WPA-PSK

pairwise=CCMP TKIP

group=CCMP TKIP

psk="<YOUR_PASSPHRASE>"

# WPA2 configuration example

#network={

# ssid="<YOUR_SSID>"

# scan_ssid=1

# proto=WPA2 RSN

# key_mgmt=WPA-PSK

# pairwise=CCMP TKIP

# group=CCMP TKIP

# psk="<YOUR_PASSPHRASE>"

#}

1.4. Save the file and put the SD card back into the Red
Pitaya. Connect the USB Wi-Fi dongle and power up the
Red Pitaya as usual.

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2. If you lack access to a router or are unable to find out the


Wireless IP address of your Red Pitaya, an alternative is
available.

2.1. Turn the wired connection of your laptop/PC into a Wi-Fi


hotspot. For bridging connections in this way, your
computer needs to have at least one Wi-Fi card. You may
connect a USB Wi-Fi dongle if the PC doesn’t have an
in-built card.

2.2. Certain software allows you to create a hotspot, view


client IPs and have local access to devices. Popular
examples are Connectify, mHotspot, etc.

2.3. Connectify is recommended due to its simple, fluid


interface. They offer feature limited trial and paid PRO
versions. Depending on your requirements, you may
decide which version to use. Further information can be
found at: http://www.connectify.me/lite-vs-pro/

2.4. If Connectify is your choice, then the following image


may help you in finding the IP address of your Red
Pitaya:

The information box pops up when you hover the mouse above the client name
2.5. Paste this IP address into the browser address bar and
run your Red Pitaya apps.

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C. Tips and tricks:

1. With Connectify you may enable local network access to any


connected client device. Local access uses a FTP connection to
access the file directories on the client. This provides you a way to
view or edit the SD card contents without having to remove and
inserting it again to your PC.

2. It is recommended that the Red Pitaya be restarted every time you


make any changes to SD card while it is being used by the Pitaya.
A restart is also necessary when you update the ecosystem (SD
card contents) via ‘Bazaar’.

3. Do not operate your Red Pitaya in a hot and humid environment.


Also, avoid direct exposure to sunlight and keep away from places
with high quantities of EM radiation.

4. If you have a table fan or portable cooling system, point it at the


heat sink of the Red Pitaya from a safe distance. This should
prevent heat accumulation at the sink above the processor core.

Some users have come up with innovative ideas of “keeping it


cool”. One such is:

http://rroeng.blogspot.hk/2014/03/keep-your-red-pitaya-cool.
html

Custom-made enclosures for Red Pitaya are also available for


purchase online.

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