Introduction
The Blade RF 2.0 Micro xA4 is the undisputed SDR champion, boasting unmatched frequency range, huge bandwidth, incredible on-board processing capacity backed with full software support.
For penetration testers, the killer-feature is the ability to run 3G/LTE Base-Stations via OpenBTS, allowing testing, manipulation and MITM for cellular IOT devices.
The Standard Pack contains everything needed to build a BTS: RX and TX amplifiers and 4x GSM antennas. The Deluxe Pack contains 4x Wide-Band general purpose antennas to extend your testing surface.
Overview
The BladeRF is a mature, wide-band full duplex 2x2 MIMO RF transceiver, covering 47MHz to 6GHz.
It is compatible with all major SDR suites across multiple platforms: GNU Radio via gr-osmosdr, Pothos via SoapySDR, SDRange, SDR Console, SDR # via sdrsharp-bladeRF, MathWorks MATLAB® & Simulink® via libbladeRF bindings.
BladeRF libraries, utilities, firmware and HDL are open source with public schematics. There are extensive SDKs available free of charge.
The wide-band range, extensive bandwidth and full duplex capabilities make the BladeRF the ideal tool for multiple use-cases:
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Remote Control Analysis: Analyse, replay and emulate car remotes, alarms, garage remotes, etc.
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GPS Manipulation: Block, manipulate or adjust GPS signals for location-aware devices
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MITM GSM devices: Capture and manipulate data from cellular IOT devices.
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Advanced RFID Analysis: Analyse and communicate with all RFID tags, regardless of their frequency.
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Standard SDR functionality: ADB-S Tracking, satellite-communication, packet-sniffing, signal analysis, etc
USB 3.0 Superspeed
Capture & process at 5Gbps full-duplex
Onboard programmable FPGA
Write apps directly on-board.
Built for professionals
Built to exceed standards and expectations.
Community Backed
Plug'n'Play compatible with all major SDR suites.
Ready to go
Comes with everything, including antennas.
BladeRF Packs
Lab401 provides two BladeRF configurations or packs.Use our guide below to understand which pack is best suited to your needs.
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Starter Pack
The Starter Pack provides the minimum configuration required for creating a BTS in laboratory conditions. The BladeRF's powerful architecture has made it the "go-to" BTS solution. If you're looking to get started with GSM/S7/OpenBTS hacking - this is the pack for you.
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Deluxe Pack
Built on the foundations of the Starter Park, the Deluxe Pack provides the complete SDR & BTS configuration - in the laboratory and in the field.
With a full-range of antennas and and two amplifiers, the Deluxe Pack is aimed for real-world SDR exercises and in-the-field BTS pen-test operations - and everything in between.
The full pack breakdown is below:
| Product |
Starter |
Deluxe |
Description |
| BladeRF 2.0 micro xA4 |
✔️ |
✔️ |
BladeRF Mainboard: 47MHz to 6GHz frequency range |
| BladeRF Case |
✔️ |
✔️ |
Clear Polycarbonate case |
| GSM Antenna (x2) |
✔️ |
|
GSM Antennas optimised for BTS usage |
| GSM Antenna (x4) |
|
✔️ |
GSM Antennas optimised for BTS usage |
| BT-100 Bias-Tee Amplifier (x2) |
|
✔️ |
Wideband bias tee TX Power Amplifier |
BT-200 Bias Tee Amplifier (x2)
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|
✔️ |
BT-200 is a wideband bias-tee RX Low Noise Amplifier |
| Tri-Band Antenna (x4) |
|
✔️ |
General purpose tri-band antenna that covers 700MHz to 2600MHz |
RF Specifications
| RF Specifications |
Min |
Max |
Unit |
| ADC/DAC Sample Rate |
0.521 |
61.44 |
MSPS |
| ADC/DAC Resolution |
12 |
bits |
| RF Tuning Range (RX) |
70 |
6000 |
MHz |
| RF Tuning Range (TX) |
47 |
6000 |
MHz |
| RF Bandwidth Filter |
<0.2 |
56 |
MHz |
| CW Output Power |
+8 |
dBm |
FPGA Specifications
| FPGA Specifications |
Min |
Max |
Unit |
| Logic Elements |
49 |
kLE |
| Memory |
3,383 |
kbits |
| Variable-precision DSP blocks |
66 |
342 |
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| Embedded 18x18 Multipliers |
132 |
684 |
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What's included
Starter Pack
- 1x bladeRF 2.0 micro xA4
- 1x bladeRF 2.0 micro case
- 2x GSM Antennas
- 1x USB 3.0 SS Cable
Deluxe Pack
- 1x bladeRF 2.0 micro xA4
- 1x bladeRF 2.0 micro case
- 1x BT-100 Bias-Tee TX Amplifier
- 1x BT-200 Bias-Tee RX Amplifier
- 4x GSM Antennas
- 4x Tri-Band General Purpose Antennas
- 1x USB 3.0 SS Cable
Shipping & Packaging
- Each bladeRF is dispatched from Europe - no need to worry about slow shipping times, import duties or damaged goods.
- Packed in a sturdy compact 85x130x45mm box.
- We provide worldwide shipping with express options.
Compatible Systems
- Windows/macOS/Linux/Android (Specific Builds)
- GNU Radio via gr-osmosdr, Pothos via SoapySDR, SDRange, SDR Console, SDR # via sdrsharp-bladeRF, MathWorks MATLAB® & Simulink® via libbladeRF bindings.
BladeRF Resources
Technical Documents
Firmware Images
Useful Links
