PMC IO Module
Falcon series Cornet PMC I/O Module is a rugged I/O expansion board in PMC form
factor that adds versatile interface capabilities to embedded systems.
factor that adds versatile interface capabilities to embedded systems.
Rugged SOSA aligned SBC for Defense and aerospace systems
Key Features
PMC (PCI Mezzanine Card) format module for expanded I/O on VPX/VME boards
Provides multi-protocol serial interfaces (RS-232/422/485)
General-purpose digital I/O lines (TTL/LVDS) for custom signals
High-density front-panel connector or rear I/O via P4 for routing signals
Onboard PLD/FPGA for I/O configuration and signal conditioning
Rugged build with stiffener; available in air-cooled and conduction-cooled formats
Compatible with 32/64-bit PCI interfaces at up to 66 MHz
Supports driver software for VxWorks, Linux (for easy integration)
Overview
- It provides a variety of configurable I/O signals (serial, digital, etc.) through the PMC connector and is intended to offload and expand I/O from the host CPU.
- This module serves as a flexible solution to integrate custom or additional interfaces into defense and aerospace systems using VPX/VME carriers.
Specifications
| Features | Specifications |
| Processor & Chipset | N/A (utilizes FPGA/PLD for I/O control) |
| Memory | N/A (FPGA configuration memory and buffers only) |
| I/O Interfaces | Configurable mix of serial ports (up to 8); discrete digital I/O lines (up to 32); protocol support for UART, SPI, etc. via FPGA |
| Expansion slots | PMC standard (IEEE 1386) for installation on host SBC or carrier |
| Power & Thermal | Draws power from PCI 3.3 V/5 V rails; conduction-cooled frame for thermal dissipation |
| Environmental | -40 °C to +85 °C operating (conduction-cooled); designed for MIL-STD-810 shock and vibration when mounted |
| Compliance | IEEE 1386 PMC standard, PCI 2.2 compliant |
Application Areas
Custom I/O integration in VPX/VME-based mission systems
Interface expansion for vehicle and naval electronic subsystems
Prototyping and system integration of specialized sensor/control I/O in defense platforms
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