BlueMax G7 uses a common IF architecture so it can be configured to any desired frequency coverage by adding new frequency bands with the appropriate frequency-specific converter/HPA/LNA subsystem. These numerous loop modes at different stages in the IF and RF circuits then channel the transmit signal to the receiver, allowing fast fault isolation and convenient diagnosis of system health. With an optional synthetic target generator, system-level diagnostics can be enhanced to distinguish system problems from external errors.
BlueMax G7
BlueMax G7
The industry standard in high-performance RCS, instrumentation radar, and antenna measurement systems
Whether you need maximum data throughput or a high sample rate, BlueMax G7 is the answer.
The BlueMax G7 instrumentation radar system is a high-performance, wide-band pulsed IF system capable of a pulse repetition frequency (PRF) to 5 MHz (selectable between 1 Hz to 5 MHz) with multiple range gates, multiple receive channels, and great frequency agility. And its redundant dual-independent receive channels allow faster polarimetric measurements and the use of multi-channel antennas, such as tracking antennas.
Dynamic
RCS measurements of moving targets
Heavy Duty
Environmentally versatile, ultra compact, and remote operations ready
Efficient
Real-time processing and imaging with automated calibration
Reliable
10 year support guarantee



BlueMax G7 instrumentation radar system uses multiple, independent RF digital converters to sample radar returns at user-specified range gates, providing continuous, over-sampled I/Q signal acquisitions with sub-pulsewidth range steps. Signal capture with consistent rise/fall times of ≤2 ns has been achieved by coupling the refined BlueMax G7 RF circuitry to the over-sampling data converters. Its wideband RF subsystems and data converters also provide >90 dB dynamic range on single samples as well as ≥120 dB dynamic range within a coherent processing interval.
A direct gigabit Ethernet connection links the user-interface computer and the system hardware, meaning that all system timing and control signals, receive-data processing, and data storage are high-speed digital. Its digital subsystem leverages the latest Xilinx RFSoC RF converter technology, which provides unmatched multichannel RF performance for waveform generation and high-speed signal capture.



BlueMax G7 uses a common IF architecture so it can be configured to any desired frequency coverage by adding new frequency bands with the appropriate frequency-specific converter/HPA/LNA subsystem. These numerous loop modes at different stages in the IF and RF circuits then channel the transmit signal to the receiver, allowing fast fault isolation and convenient diagnosis of system health. And with an optional synthetic target generator, system-level diagnostics can be enhanced to distinguish system problems from external errors.
BlueMax G7 uses multiple, independent RF digital converters to sample radar returns at user-specified range gates, providing continuous, over-sampled I/Q signal acquisitions with sub-pulsewidth range steps. And by coupling the refined BlueMax G7 RF circuitry to the over-sampling data converters, we've managed to enable signal capture with consistent rise/fall times of ≤2 ns. Its wideband RF subsystems and data converters also provide >90 dB dynamic range on single samples as well as ≥120 dB dynamic range within a coherent processing interval.
A direct gigabit Ethernet connection links the user-interface computer and the system hardware, meaning that all system timing and control signals, receive-data processing, and data storage are high-speed digital. Its digital subsystem leverages the latest Xilinx RFSoC RF converter technology, which provides unmatched multichannel RF performance for waveform generation and high-speed signal capture.
BlueMax G7 Specifications
- Measurement Capabilities
- Data Acquisition
- Collection Computer
- RF Performance
Frequency coverage | 0.3–100 GHz 0.1–20 GHz |
Waveforms | 32 simultaneous, independent |
Range gates | Continuous |
Tx/Rx polarizations | HH, VV, HV, VH |
Receive channels | Up to 10 simultaneous |
Detection method | I/Q |
A/D conversion | >16 bits equivalent |
Output data format | All industry formats |
Samples per second | 1 Gsps |
Maximum frequencies | 128 K |
Storage rates | Up to 10 Gbps |
Hardware | High-end high-performance personal computer |
Real-time displays | >2D, 3D, Polar, Pixel, Waterfall, Global plots |
Receiver bandwidth | 1–500 MHz in 8 steps |
Receiver sensitivity | -91 dBm |
Dynamic range | ≥80 dB single pulse |
System noise figure | <5 dB typical |
Resolution | 0.001 dB, 0.01° |
Pulse waveforms | Sequential, custom, hopped, and jittered |
Complex waveforms | Intrapulse modulation, pulse compression |
Phase shifter | 18-bit (0.001°) |
Isolation | Up to 120 dB |
Linearity | 0.2 / 10 dB, 2° / 10 dB |
Transmit power | SSPA, TWTA, array |
Frequency stability | 5x10⁻9 per day |
Variable LO source | Internal subsystem |
Multiple pulses in air | Up to 256 |
Multiple frequencies | Range specific architectures |
Phase code waveform | Lintek, circle, bi-phase, fixed, and custom |