The most spot-on mantra for our current era is "do more with less", and such is the accomplishment of Epiq Solutions' Matchstiq Z1, a small form-factor software-defined radio (SDR) solution. Measuring only 2.2" x 4.6" x 0.9", the Matchstiq Z1 combines a Xilinx Zynq Z-7020 SOC running Linux with a flexible RF transceiver capable of tuning between 300MHz and 3.8GHz in a complete SDR solution. Epiq Solutions says that the Matchstiq Z1 provides a more capable signal processing system while maintaining the same footprint as the existing Matchstiq platform. The company further notes that users can combine a library of signal processing applications from Epiq Solutions or other signal processing frameworks, such as GNU Radio or REDHAWK, to enable countless capabilities to the Matchstiq Z1, including using it as an agile point-to-point data modem, LTE survey tool or portable spectrum analyzer. Development kits also are available for end users who want to create their own custom applications.
