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Talon RTR 2749
3.6 GS/sec ultra wideband RF/IFrugged rackmount recorder

Recording system for
ultra-wideband analog
RF/IF signals▪ Sampling up to 3.6 GHz in singlechannel mode; up to 1.8 GHz in dualchannel mode

▪ Real-time aggregate recording rates ofup to 4.8 GB/sec▪ Up to 243 TB of SSD storage

The Talon ® RTR 2749 is a turnkey system, used for recording highbandwidth signals. The RTR 2749 uses 12-bit, 3.6 GHz A/D converters. It
can be configured as a one- or two-channel system and can record
sampled data, packed as 8-bit- or 16-bit-wide consecutive samples (12bit digitized samples residing in the 12 MSBs of the 16-bit word). A highspeed RAID array provides a maximum streaming recording rate to diskof 4.8 GB/sec.
The RTR 2749 uses Mercury’s high-powered Kintex UltraScale-based Jade® boards orVirtex-7-based Onyx® boards, which provide the data streaming engine for the high-speed
A/D converters. Channel and packing modes as well as gate and trigger settings areamong the GUI-selectable system parameters, providing complete control over this ultra
wideband recording system.
Optional GPS time and position stamping allows the user to capture this criticalinformation in the header of each data file.

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FEATURES▪ Designed to operate under conditions of shock and vibration▪ Sample rates up to 3.6 GHz in single-channel mode
▪ Sample rates up to 1.8 GHz in dual-channel mode
▪ Capable of recording RF/IF frequencies to 1.75 GHz insingle-channel mode

▪ Windows® workstation with-high performance Intel®
processor▪ Up to 243 terabytes of SSD storage to NTFS RAID solid state
disk array▪ RAID levels of 0, 5, and 6▪ Capable of recording RF/IF frequencies to 2.8 GHz in dualchannel mode

▪ SystemFlow® GUI with signal viewer analysis tool▪ 12-bit A/D, with 16- and 8-bit packing modes▪ Real-time aggregate recording rates of up to 4.8 GB/sec▪ File headers include time stamping and recording
parameters▪ 4U 19-inch rugged rackmount PC server chassis▪ Optional GPS time and position stamping

mrcy.com▪ C-callable API for integration of recorder into application

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RUGGED AND FLEXIBLE ARCHITECTURE

SYSTEMFLOW SIMULATOR

Because SSDs operate reliably under conditions of vibration andshock, the RTR 2749 performs well in ground, shipborne andairborne environments. The hot-swappable SSDs provide storage
capacity of up to 243 TB. The drives can be easily removed or
exchanged during or after a mission to retrieve recorded data.

To learn more about SystemFlow software, contact Mercury attechsales@mrcy.com. The SystemFlow Simulator allows you tolearn how to use a Talon recorder's SystemFlow software interface
before you acquire a recorder or while you are waiting for deliveryof a recorder.

The RTR 2749 is configured in a 4U 19-inch rugged rackmountchassis, with hot-swappable data drives, front panel USB ports,and I/O connectors on the rear panel. Systems are scalable toaccommodate multiple chassis to increase channel counts andaggregate data rates. All recorder chassis are connected via
Ethernet and can be controlled from a single GUI either locallyor from a remote PC.

The Simulator can simulate the operating environment of all thedifferent Talon recorder models. The Simulator also
demonstrates the SystemFlow Signal Viewer by playing
recorded signals to simulate the appearance of live signals
being digitized and recorded by a Talon analog signal recorder.

RAID levels 0, 5, and 6 provide a choice for the required level ofredundancy.

SYSTEMFLOW SOFTWAREAll Talon recorders include the Mercury SystemFlow® recording
software. SystemFlow software enables users to configure andcontrol a Talon recorder:▪ The SystemFlow GUI provides a point-and-click user interface. It
includes Configure, Record, Playback, and Status screens, eachwith intuitive controls and indicators. The user can easily move
between screens to configure parameters, control and monitor arecording, and play back a recorded stream.

Features▪ Provides real-time recording system simulation▪ Allows engineers to write and test their application (builtusing the SystemFlow API) before receiving the recorder
hardware▪ Demonstrates SystemFlow signal and file viewer tool
▪ Capable of simulating all Talon analog and digital recordingsystems▪ Full Talon SystemFlow GUI▪ Simulator can be used to develop Talon system profiles foruse in the final system▪ SystemFlow API provides a set of C-callable libraries that allow
engineers to develop their own user interface to configure andcontrol their Talon recorder. Additional high-level libraries, likePython, are available upon request.
The SystemFlow GUI and API can be run from a remote connection
over Gigabit Ethernet. Recorders can be set up to run
autonomously by implementing scripts using the API interface.
Talon systems record all data to the native NTFS file system,
allowing for quick and easy access to the data from anycomputer. A simple header that holds the recording parametersis added to the beginning of each file. An optional GPS receiver
allows the user to precisely timestamp files and optionally track
the recorder’s position throughout a mission.

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SYSTEMFLOW RECORDER INTERFACEThe RTR 2749 GUI provides the user with a control interface for therecording system. It includes Configuration, Record, Playback andStatus screens, each with intuitive controls and indicators. The user
can easily move between screens to set configuration parameters,

mrcy.comcontrol and monitor a recording, play back a recorded signal andmonitor board temperature and voltage levels. The signal viewer,integrated into the recording GUI, allows the user to monitor realtime signals or signals recorded on disk.

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SETTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS
The RTR 2749 configuration GUI provides a simple and intuitivemeans for setting up the system parameters such as channel
mode, clock frequency, downconversion, and gate/trigger mode.

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All parameters contain limit-checking and integrated help.
Details about each field on the configuration screens areprovided in the RTR 2749 user manual.

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SIGNAL VIEWER
The SystemFlow Signal Viewer includes a spectrogram, virtual
oscilloscope, and spectrum analyzer for signal monitoring in both thetime and frequency domains. It is extremely useful for previewing live
inputs prior to recording, and for monitoring signals as they are being
recorded to help ensure successful recording sessions. The viewer
can also be used to inspect and analyze the recorded files after therecording is complete.

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Advanced signal analysis capabilities include automatic
calculators for signal amplitude and frequency, second andthird harmonic components, THD (total harmonic distortion),and SINAD (signal to noise and distortion). With time andfrequency zoom, panning modes, and dual, annotated cursors
to mark and measure points of interest, the SystemFlow Signal
Viewer can often eliminate the need for a separate
oscilloscope or spectrum analyzer in the field.

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SYSTEMFLOW API
SystemFlow includes a complete API (Application ProgrammingInterface) supporting control and status queries of all operationsof the Talon recorder from a custom application.
High-level C-language function calls and the supporting device
drivers allow users to incorporate the RTR 2749 as a highperformance server front end to a larger system. This is

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supported using a socket interface through the Ethernet port,
either to a local host or through an internet link for remote,standalone acquisition. Recorded NTFS files can be easily
retrieved through the same connection. In addition to C,
support is also provided for high level languages such as
Python and C#. Below is an example of controlling recording via
the SystemFlow API.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Digital Downconverters

Operating System: Windows®

Decimation: 8, 16 to 512 in SingleChannel Mode, 4, 8 to 256 in DualChannel Mode

Processor: Intel Core i7 processor orbetter

IF Center Frequency Tuning: DC to ƒs,
32 bits

SDRAM: (standard) 8 GB

LO SFDR: >120 db▪ Option -309: 16 GB

DDC Usable Bandwidth: 0.8*ƒs/D

PC Workstation▪ Option -310: 32 GB▪ Option -311: 64 GBRAID▪ Storage: 7.6, 15.3, 30.7, 61, 122.8, or
243.3 TB
▪ Supported RAID Levels: (standard) 0▪ Option -285: RAID 5▪ Option -286: RAID 6▪ Drive Type: SATA III or NVME SSDS

Analog Signal Inputs

Sampling Clock Source
Internal fixed-frequency orprogrammable oscillator (selectable byoption); in single-channel mode, thesample rate is 2x the clock frequency;
in dual- channel mode, the sample
rate equals the clock frequency

Frequency Reference
Accepts external 10 MHz reference at
0 to +4 dBm to phase-lock the clockoscillator
4U Long Chassis: 19" W x 21" D x 7" HInput Type: Single-ended, noninverting

Operating Temp: 0° to +50° C

Weight: 50 lb, approx.

Full Scale Input: +4 dBm into 50 ohms

Storage Temp: –40° to +85° C

Coupling: Transformer-coupled

Relative Humidity: 5 to 95%, noncondensing

Bandwidth: 4.5 kHz to 3.0 GHz

A/D Converters
Type: Texas Instruments ADC12D1800
Sampling Rate:▪ Single-channel mode: 500 MHz to3.6 GHz

Operating Shock: 15 g max. (11 msec,half sine wave)
Operating Vibration: 10 to 20 Hz: 0.02
inch peak, 20 to 500 Hz: 1.4 g peakacceleration
Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC,50 to 60 Hz, 500 W max.

▪ Dual-channel mode: 150 MHz to1.8 GHz

ORDERING INFORMATION▪ Resolution: 12 bits

Channel Configurations

Maximum Usable Input Frequency▪ Single-channel mode: 1.75 GHz▪ Dual-channel mode: 2.8 GHz
Anti-Aliasing Filters: External, usersupplied

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Standard

RAID 0 configuration

Option 285

RAID 5 configuration

Option 286

RAID 6 configuration

Memory Options
Standard

8 GB system memory

Option 309

16 GB system memory

Option 310

32 GB system memory

Option 311

64 GB system memory

Storage Options

Physical and Environmental

Connectors: Two rear panel SSMC
connectors, In 1 & In 2Analog Input Transformers

RAID Configurations

Option 201

1-Channel record

Option 202

2-Channel record (2 Model 78741
or 78841 boards)

Option 405

1.9 TB SSD storage capacity

Option 415

7.6 TB SSD storage capacity

Option 420

15.3 TB SSD storage capacity

Option 430

30.7 TB SSD storage capacity

Option 460

61.4 TB SSD storage capacity

Option 485

122.8 TB SSD storage capacity

Option 490

243.3 TB SSD storage capacity

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Sample Clock OptionsGeneral Options (append to all options)

Option -910

User-Programmable Sample Clock

Option -261

GPS time and position stamping

Dual-channel mode sample clock range

Option -264

IRIG-B time stamping

150 MHz – 945 MHz

Option -267

Dual 10 GbE offload

970 MHz – 1134 MHz

Option -268

40 GbE offload

1213 MHz – 1417.5 MHz

Option -625

Removable OS drive enclosure

Option -680

28V DC power supply

Single-channel mode sample clock range
500 MHz – 1890 MHz

Contact Mercury for compatible option combinations. Storage and general
options may change, so contact Mercury for the latest information.

1940 MHz – 2268 MHz
2426 MHz – 2835 MHz
Option -911

Fixed-Frequency Clock: 1.5 / 3.0 GHz sample
clock

Option -912

Fixed-Frequency Clock: 1.6 / 3.2 GHz sample
clock

Option -913

Fixed-Frequency Clock: 1.2 / 2.4 GHz sample
clock

Option -914

Fixed-Frequency Clock: 1.36 / 2.72 GHz sample
clock

Option -915

Fixed-Frequency Clock: 1.8 / 3.6 GHz sample
clock

LIFETIME SUPPORT FOR TALON PRODUCTS
Mercury offers worldwide customers shorter development time,
reliable, rugged solutions for a variety of environments, reduced
costs, and mature software development tools. We offer freelifetime support from our engineering staff, which customers
can depend on through phone and email, as well as software
updates. Take advantage of our 40 years of experience indelivering high-performance radar, communications, SIGINT,
EW, and data acquisition MIL-Aero solutions worldwide.

Custom fixed-frequency sample clocks available upon request.

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