Collaudo, Misura e Sviluppo con Red Pitaya (Webinar)

You've probably already heard of Red Pitaya. This is a compact, open-source measurement and control platform running Linux with a high-speed, FPGA-based data acquisition system, enabling applications like oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc. In a recent Elektor Webinar, we welcomed Miha Gjura, Technical Support Engineer at Red Pitaya, for a great session about how the multi-tool can replace traditional lab equipment. The webinar offers a practical overview of the features, including web-based control, Python scripting, and customization via FPGA programming.

The presentation begins with a detailed walk-through of the STEMlab board, including its 125 MS/s, 14-bit analog inputs and outputs, Zynq-7010 FPGA, and Ethernet-based interface. A few interesting applications are highlighted, from air quality monitoring to advanced signal filtering such as Finite Impulse Response (FIR) filtering within the FPGA, Bode analysis, etc.

The webinar also includes demonstrations of the oscilloscope and signal generator apps, including how to upload and generate arbitrary waveforms using CSV files or SCPI commands. A complete Python example shows how to connect to the device over sockets, define waveforms with NumPy, and control outputs.

That’s not all. The video also covers FPGA programming, working with custom registers, and more advanced functions. In short, this webinar is packed with detailed information and there’s certainly something to learn for everyone. Watch the webinar below:
 

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