Pin-to-Pin AD936170MHz–6GHz

JXS046 β€” RF Agile Transceiver

Pin-to-pin alternative to AD9361. High-performance 2T2R wideband RF transceiver with 70MHz to 6GHz coverage and drop-in compatibility.

Key Parameters

Product Category
RF Agile Transceiver
Frequency Range (Rx/Tx)
70 MHz – 6 GHz
Receive Channels
2
Transmit Channels
2
MIMO Support
Yes (2Γ—2)
Signal Bandwidth
200 kHz – 56 MHz

Product Overview

The JXS046 is a highly integrated 2Γ—2 wideband RF agile transceiver designed as a pin-to-pin and functionally compatible alternative to the AD9361. It integrates all RF, mixed-signal, and digital processing blocks required for a complete transceiver solution, enabling rapid product development with minimal hardware redesign. Built for SDR, wireless infrastructure, and defense applications, the JXS046 delivers comparable performance to the incumbent while offering dramatically shorter lead times and dedicated local technical support.

Operating across a frequency range of 70 MHz to 6 GHz, the JXS046 supports 2 transmit and 2 receive channels with full MIMO capability. The device features independent automatic gain control (AGC), digitally controlled oscillators, and flexible signal bandwidths. Its low-power architecture is optimized for battery-operated and thermally constrained systems. Critically, the JXS046 is footprint-compatible with the AD9361 package and can reuse existing ADI driver code, significantly reducing software migration effort.

The JXS046 is ideal for software-defined radio (SDR), 5G small cells, phased-array radar, satellite communications, and test & measurement equipment. For procurement and engineering teams, it eliminates the risk of long lead times and supply chain uncertainty associated with legacy semiconductor vendors. With a standard 6-week lead time and direct engineering support from Shenxin Tech, customers can accelerate time-to-market while securing a reliable second-source supply chain.

Key Features

Pin-to-Pin AD9361 Compatibility β€” Footprint-compatible with AD9361 in a 144-pin 10Γ—10 mm CSP_BGA package. Existing PCB layouts can be reused, eliminating costly board spins.
Broad 70 MHz–6 GHz Frequency Coverage β€” Covers VHF, UHF, 2.4 GHz ISM, Sub-6G cellular bands, and all major wireless bands in a single device.
2Γ—2 MIMO Architecture β€” Two fully independent transceiver chains enable true 2Γ—2 MIMO for SDR, 5G small cell, and beamforming applications.
Software Reuse with ADI Drivers β€” Register-compatible with AD9361, allowing existing Linux and bare-metal ADI driver code to be reused. Software migration effort is minimal.
High Integration, Reduced BOM β€” Integrated synthesizers, AGC, DC offset correction, and analog filters reduce external component count and simplify design.
12-bit ADC/DAC, 56 MHz Bandwidth β€” Delivers the dynamic range and bandwidth required for wideband communications, radar, and SDR applications.
Low-Power Design β€” ~2W typical power consumption, optimized for battery-powered SDR platforms, portable test equipment, and thermally constrained systems.
6-Week Standard Lead Time + FAE Support β€” Standard 6-week lead time vs. 6+ months for incumbents, with direct FAE support including reference designs and evaluation boards.

Full Specifications

Product CategoryRF Agile Transceiver
Frequency Range (Rx/Tx)70 MHz – 6 GHz
Receive Channels2
Transmit Channels2
MIMO SupportYes (2Γ—2)
Signal Bandwidth200 kHz – 56 MHz
ADC Resolution12-bit
DAC Resolution12-bit
InterfaceLVDS / CMOS (data) + SPI (control)
Package144-pin CSP_BGA, 10 mm Γ— 10 mm
Pin-to-Pin CompatibilityAD9361 drop-in compatible
Software CompatibilityReusable ADI driver code
Power Consumption~2W typical
IntegrationOn-chip LO, AGC, filters
Lead Time~6 weeks (standard)

Application Areas

Software Defined Radio (SDR) β€” Wideband SDR platforms, cognitive radio, spectrum monitoring
5G Small Cells & Wireless Infrastructure β€” Small cell base stations, distributed antenna systems, private networks
Radar & Electronic Warfare β€” Phased-array radar, EW receivers, signal intelligence (SIGINT)
Satellite Communications β€” Ground terminals, VSAT, LEO/MEO satellite modems
Test & Measurement β€” Signal generators, spectrum analyzers, channel emulators
Aerospace & Defense β€” Secure communications, tactical radio, unmanned systems

Model Comparison

The JXS046 is a pin-to-pin compatible alternative to the AD9361, matching in package, pinout, frequency range, channel count, resolution, bandwidth, and register compatibility. Existing AD9361 PCBs and driver code can be reused with minimal changes, providing a zero-redesign China-based alternative path. We recommend sample evaluation and driver integration testing before mass production; our FAE team provides full reference designs and Linux BSP porting support.

70M–6G
Frequency Range
2T2R
Tx/Rx Channels
Pin-to-Pin
AD9361 Compatible

Available in 6 Weeks β€” Not 6+ Months

Available in 6 Weeks β€” Not 6+ Months. Tired of waiting half a year for chip delivery? The JXS046 ships in as little as 6 weeks with full technical support.

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