5G mmWave PAAM Development Platform

Avnet-Fujikura-AMD 5G mmWave Phased Array Antenna Module Development Platform

Avnet and Fujikura have created a leading edge 5G FR2 phased array antenna development platform for mmWave frequency bands. This platform enables developers to quickly create and prototype advanced 5G mmWave systems using AMD Xilinx’s Zynq® UltraScale+™ RFSoC Gen3 and Fujikura’s FutureAcess™ Phased Array Antenna Module (PAAM). Developers are able to configure and control the digital and RF settings using Avnet’s proven RFSoC Explorer® software. This combination of leading-edge components and software allows developers to quickly prototype with Fujikura’s compact PAAM and AMD Xilinx’s RFSoC. By creating a highly flexible, integrated development platform targeting 5G systems, both Avnet and Fujikura are seeking to simplify prototyping and development by integrating key elements of a 5G system from RF to baseband.

The PAAM platform consists of the Fujikura PAAM daughtercard, the AMD ZCU208 EVK, and the Avnet RFSoC Explorer MATLAB application. 

Fujikura PAAM Daughtercard

• Integrates RF-ICs, filter and array antenna with optimal TCO and reduced development time
• Operates at 24-30 GHz(n257/n258/n261) and supports concurrent dual-pol.
• Independent gain/phase control by True-Time-Delay–Type phase shifters
• Calibration free
• High power-efficiency optimization with >20% peak PAE
• Accurate beam steering for ±60° degrees with fine resolution
• Broad coverage without dead spot with >30,000 beams
• Scalable configuration with 8x8-element PAAM as a unit
• Low unwanted emission by high-Q on-board filter
• For more information on the Fujikura PAAM Daughtercard
• For more information on the Fujikura PAAM

AMD Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC ZCU208 EVK

• Complete OEM kit including CLK104, XM650, and XM655 add-on cards
• Features the Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC ZU48DR with integrated gigasample data converters and programmable gain control
• 8x 14-bit 5 GSPS ADCs
• 8x 14-bit 10 GSPS DACs
• 4GB 64-bit DDR4 programmable logic memory
• 4GB 64-bit DDR4 processor system memory
• RF Mezzanine Card 2.0 interface for RF expansion
• FPGA Mezzanine Card (FMC+) interface for I/O expansion
• For more information on the AMD Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC ZCU208 EVK

Avnet RFSOC Explorer MATLAB Application

• Native MATLAB Application
• Control AMD RFSoC and Fujikura 5G PAAM in MATLAB
• Create waveforms in MATLAB
• Capture and Analyze in MATLAB
• For more information on the Avnet RFSoC Explorer MATLAB Application

Target Applications

• 5G FR2 bands 24-30 GHz
• 5G Fixed Wireless Access
• Mobile Wireless Access
• Backhaul
• 5G Private Networks

How to Order

The Avnet-Fujikura 5G mmWave PAAM Development Platform is available for order now. The platform consists of the following three components which are acquired separately. Developers can then use the platform Quick Start Guide to start prototyping your 5G mmWave system:

1. Fujikura’s FutureAccess™ Phased Array Antenna Module (PAAM) Daughtercard is offered in 4 frequency ranges, and is available for order from your Avnet representative.
   • FA28PMD88B-F1-DTC: Fujikura PAAM  Daughter Card for ZCU208 - 24.25 - 26.10GHz
   • FA28PMD88B-F2-DTC: Fujikura PAAM  Daughter Card for ZCU208 - 25.65 - 27.50GHz
   • FA28PMD88B-F3-DTC: Fujikura PAAM  Daughter Card for ZCU208 - 26.50 - 28.35GHz
   • FA28PMD88B-F4-DTC: Fujikura PAAM  Daughter Card for ZCU208 - 27.65 - 29.50GHz
2. AMD Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC Gen3 ZCU208 EVK
3. Avnet RFSoC Explorer® MATLAB Application

The Avnet-Fujikura 5G mmWave PAAM Platform is based on the Fujikura 5G mmWave PAAM(Medium Power). For customer production systems consideration, Fujikura has a 5G mmWave PAAM(High Power), which has 3db increased output power.

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