NI PXIe-7903
The NI PXIe-7903 is a high-performance FPGA-based module designed for the PXIe (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation Express) platform by National Instruments. This module leverages FPGA technology to provide customizable digital signal processing and control functionalities, making it a versatile choice for various applications in test and measurement systems.
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Technical Specifications
- FPGA Device:
- FPGA Model: Xilinx Virtex-5 LX110T
- FPGA Logic Cells: Approximately 110,000 logic cells
- Memory: 4 MB of DDR2 SRAM
- I/O Connectivity:
- I/O Ports: Up to 64 user-configurable I/O lines
- Connectivity: Includes high-speed serial transceivers and general-purpose I/O
- Connector Type: Various connectors for I/O expansion, including custom connectors for specific applications
- Timing and Synchronization:
- Clock Sources: Onboard clock sources with support for external clock inputs
- Synchronization: Advanced timing and synchronization capabilities, including external trigger inputs and outputs
- Bus Interface:
- PXIe Interface: PXIe interface for seamless integration with other PXIe modules and systems
- Software Support:
- Development Environment: NI LabVIEW FPGA Module, Xilinx ISE Design Suite
- Programming Languages: LabVIEW FPGA, VHDL, Verilog
- Power Requirements:
- Voltage: 3.3 V and 5 V provided through the PXIe backplane
Functional Features
- High-Performance FPGA:
- Utilizes a Xilinx Virtex-5 LX110T FPGA, providing high logic cell count and memory for complex digital signal processing and custom logic applications.
- Flexible I/O Configuration:
- Features up to 64 I/O lines that can be configured for various functions, allowing for flexible and adaptable solutions tailored to specific needs.
- High-Speed Serial Communication:
- Equipped with high-speed serial transceivers to support fast data transfer and communication between modules.
- Advanced Timing and Synchronization:
- Offers sophisticated timing and synchronization capabilities, including support for external clock inputs and precise synchronization of multiple channels.
- Customizable Logic:
- Users can implement custom digital logic, algorithms, and signal processing tasks directly within the FPGA using NI LabVIEW FPGA or Xilinx design tools.
- Scalable and Modular:
- Designed for integration into scalable PXIe systems, enabling expansion and customization based on application requirements.
- Software Integration:
- Supported by NI LabVIEW FPGA Module and Xilinx ISE Design Suite, facilitating development and deployment of FPGA-based solutions.
Application Scenarios
- Custom Signal Processing:
- Ideal for applications requiring custom signal processing, such as filtering, modulation, and data manipulation.
- High-Speed Data Acquisition:
- Useful in real-time data acquisition systems where high-speed processing and low-latency response are essential.
- Communication Systems:
- Employed in communication systems for custom protocol implementation, data modulation, and demodulation.
- Embedded Control Systems:
- Suitable for embedded control applications where FPGA-based logic provides flexibility and high performance.
- Automated Test Systems:
- Enhances automated testing by offering custom test logic, timing, and control functionalities.
- Research and Development:
- Supports R&D projects that require rapid prototyping and implementation of custom digital algorithms and signal processing techniques.