Getting Started

Learn how to get started with the Remote SDR Platform

New User Guide

Welcome to the Remote SDR Platform! This guide will help you get started with our platform and access remote SDR devices for your research and experiments.

Step 1: Create an Account
Register for a new account
  1. Navigate to the Registration page
  2. Fill in your details including name, email, and password
  3. Select your organization or institution
  4. Submit your registration
  5. Wait for approval from administrators
Step 2: Explore Available Devices
Browse the device catalog
  1. Log in to your account
  2. Navigate to the Devices page
  3. Browse available SDR devices
  4. Click on a device to view detailed specifications
  5. Check device availability in the calendar
Step 3: Schedule Device Time
Reserve time on an SDR device
  1. Navigate to the Schedule page
  2. Select your preferred device
  3. Choose available time slots
  4. Provide a brief description of your experiment
  5. Confirm your reservation
Step 4: Connect to Your Device
Access your reserved SDR device
  1. When your reservation time begins, go to the Dashboard
  2. Find your active reservation
  3. Click "Connect" to access the device
  4. Use the remote desktop interface to control the device
  5. Save and export your data when finished

System Requirements

The Remote SDR Platform is a web-based application that works in modern browsers. Here are the recommended system requirements:

Browser Requirements
  • Google Chrome (version 90+)
  • Mozilla Firefox (version 88+)
  • Microsoft Edge (version 90+)
  • Safari (version 14+)

WebRTC support is required for remote desktop functionality.

Hardware Recommendations
  • Processor: Dual-core 2GHz or better
  • Memory: 4GB RAM minimum (8GB recommended)
  • Internet: 5 Mbps download/upload minimum
  • Display: 1366x768 resolution or higher

Higher bandwidth is recommended for real-time signal processing.

Next Steps

Now that you're familiar with the basics, explore these resources to learn more:

Hardware Documentation

Learn about the available SDR devices, their specifications, and capabilities.

View Hardware Docs →
Remote Desktop Guide

Understand how to use the remote desktop interface to control SDR devices.

View Remote Desktop Guide →
GNU Radio Tutorial

Get started with GNU Radio flowgraphs for signal processing on our platform.

View GNU Radio Tutorial →