Digital guide
You are here:
GE VMIVME-7697-36-0
1. Core Architecture
- Processor: Intel Pentium/Celeron-class CPU (32-bit architecture), operating at ≥1.26 GHz with 512 KB–1 MB L2 cache for deterministic task execution .
- Memory:
- SDRAM: 64 MB–2 GB (expandable via SODIMM slots; 2 GB confirmed for industrial configurations) .
- Non-Volatile Storage: 64 MB–1 GB bootable flash for OS/firmware retention .
- Bus Standard: VME64/VME320-compliant (ANSI/IEEE STD 1014-1987), supporting A16/A24/A32 addressing and BLT64 block transfers for >40 MB/s throughput .
Detailed content
2. I/O & Connectivity
- Network: Dual 10/100/1000BaseTX Ethernet (RJ45) with IEEE 1588v2 time synchronization for precision timing .
- Serial Ports: Two 16550-compatible RS-232 ports (115 Kbaud) for legacy device integration .
- USB: Four USB 2.0 ports for peripherals (e.g., HMI devices) .
- Expansion:
- Dual PMC sites (PCI Mezzanine Card) for custom I/O modules (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, fiber optics) .
- VMEbus P2 connector for hard disk/floppy drive control .
3. Functional Features
- Real-Time Determinism:
- Hardware Watchdog Timer: Auto-resets system during faults for fail-safe operation in critical applications .
- Direct Memory Access (DMA): Sustains 40 MB/s data throughput with zero CPU overhead for high-speed data acquisition .
- Robustness & Diagnostics:
- Optical Isolation: ≥1,500V channel-to-bus isolation eliminates ground loops in high-EMI environments (e.g., power substations) .
- Built-in Self-Test (BIT): Validates memory, bus integrity, and I/O health; faults reported via front-panel LEDs .
- Industrial-Grade Resilience:
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C (standard); -40°C to +85°C storage .
- Passive Cooling: Fanless design with conformal coating for humidity resistance (5–95% non-condensing) .
- Vibration/Shock Resistance: Validated for MIL-STD-461F compliance in aerospace/defense deployments .
4. Software & Ecosystem
- OS Support: VxWorks, QNX, Linux RT, Windows NT/2000 for real-time control logic .
- Development Tools:
- GE Proficy® Cimplicity APIs for LabVIEW/C++ integration .
- Yotta Utility for hardware configuration .
- Compatible Hardware: Interoperates with GE VMIC CPUs (e.g., VMIVME-7750) and VME64x backplanes .
Application Scenarios
| Domain | Use Cases | Key Capabilities Utilized |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Automation | Robotic assembly control, aluminum rolling mill PLCs | Dual PMC for custom I/O; 40 MB/s VMEbus throughput . |
| Aerospace & Defense | Radar signal processing, flight simulators, missile test stands | MIL-STD-461F compliance; extended temperature resilience . |
| Energy Systems | Nuclear power plant DCS, wind turbine monitoring | Optical isolation (≥1,500V); watchdog timer for fault recovery . |
| Test & Measurement | High-speed data acquisition in particle accelerators | 2 GB SDRAM for buffering; Ethernet time synchronization . |
Technical Differentiation from VMIVME-7698
| Feature | VMIVME-7697-36-0 | VMIVME-7698 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Model Suffix | -36-0 (implies specialized I/O or firmware) |
-345 (standard configuration) |
| Processor Clock | ≥1.26 GHz (Pentium-class) | Celeron 400–650 MHz . |
| I/O Focus | PMC-centric expansion | Emphasis on Ethernet/USB connectivity |
| Deployment | Mission-critical control loops | General-purpose industrial automation |
Integration Notes
- Warranty & Support: 12-month warranty with global technical support; extended temperature variants available .
- Legacy Compatibility: Backward-compatible with VME64/VME320 backplanes and VMIC ecosystem .
- Ordering Code: Suffix
-36-0may denote factory-configured options (e.g., preloaded RTOS, MIL-spec components) – confirm with GE datasheets.
Discover our other products
GENUT730-112E59
Girar45 VSX 1/45 wV V850B-442E83 DC
H101-12SP Pickup RST-5XB-IIB DC
H101B-12SP Z844423 RST-5-XC-IIP G08I1-937-2
H201-12SP 7644139 RST-5-XC-IIP G08I1-937-2
H25-80 P50B07030 RoBot Rotary as photo sn:002B
Hd81-12sp Pickup Rst-5xc-iip Dc
Hitach27BA030FXTHS 20A D
HITACHI SEIKI HT20SI62BM080BXE72
hless _ 1027-106107 REV 0 _ R2AA04010FXKHT M
