MOTOROLA MVME162-403 Embedded Controller

MOTOROLA MVME162-403 embedded controller

Hardware configuration

Microprocessor: A 32 MHz MC68040 enhanced 32-bit microprocessor can be selected, featuring an 8KB cache, MMU (Memory Management Unit), and FPU (Floating-point Operation Unit). It is also possible to choose the 25 MHz MC68040 32-bit microprocessor, which also has an 8KB cache, MMU and FPU. It is also possible to choose the 25 MHz MC68LC040 enhanced 32-bit microprocessor with 8KB cache and MMU.

Memory

DRAM: 4MB of on-board DRAM is provided, which can be expanded to 16MB through customer-installable memory modules. There are 1MB, 4MB, and 8MB parity protection DRAM options available. The DRAM architecture is non-interleaved for 1MB and interleaved for 4MB and 8MB.

SRAM: Equipped with 512KB SRAM and a spare battery, it is used to store critical data and configuration information in cases such as system power failure.

Flash memory: It has 1MB of flash memory for the on-board monitor/debugger or user-installed firmware. In addition, there is a 32-pin PLCC EPROM socket.

Interface

VME bus interface: It has A32/D64 VME bus master/slave interfaces, has the function of a system controller, supports the VME D64 specification, and can achieve high-speed data transmission and system expansion.

Serial communication port: There are two serial communication ports. The console port is used as EIA-232-D DTE, and the second port can be configured by the user for EIA-232-D/EIA-422 (V.36) DTE/DCE, facilitating serial data communication with other devices.

IndustryPack ports: Four 16 or 32-bit IndustryPack® ports, each with a DMA channel, can be connected to various IndustryPack modules to achieve different I/O, control, interface, analog and digital functions.

Other optional interfaces: Optional SCSI bus interface with 32-bit local bus burst DMA, capable of connecting SCSI devices; Optional Ethernet transceiver interface with 32-bit local bus DMA for implementing network communication functions.

Timers: Six 32-bit timers (four without VMEbus) and watchdog timers, which can be used for scheduled operations, task scheduling, and system monitoring, etc.

Functional characteristics

Scalability: By allowing for multiple types of microprocessor options and scalable memory configurations, users can flexibly choose and configure according to their actual application needs to meet different performance requirements.

High-performance data transmission: VMEbus interface and DMA support enable high-speed data transmission, meeting the requirements of application scenarios with high demands for data processing and transmission speed, such as industrial automation control systems and data acquisition systems.

Rich interface types: Multiple interface types enable the MVME162-403 to conveniently connect and communicate with other devices, achieving system integration and expansion. It can be connected to various external devices such as sensors, actuators, and displays.

Stability and reliability: Equipped with SRAM with spare batteries, clocks, and watchdog timers, etc., it helps to enhance the stability and reliability of the system, ensuring stable operation in various complex industrial environments.

Application field

Industrial automation control: It is used for the control, monitoring and management of factory automated production lines, achieving precise control and optimization of the production process, and improving production efficiency and product quality.

Data acquisition and processing: In the data acquisition system, it can be used to collect data from various sensors, conduct real-time processing and analysis, and provide a basis for subsequent decision-making and control.

Communication equipment: In the field of communication, it can be used to build control systems for communication base stations, network switches and other devices, achieving management and control of communication equipment and ensuring the stable operation of communication networks.

Medical equipment: In medical equipment, such as medical imaging equipment and medical monitoring equipment, etc., they can be used to control the operation of the equipment, collect and process data, and provide support for medical diagnosis and treatment.