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Wireless Functionality

The F223 is a rugged single Eurocard CompactPCI carrier board supporting the PCI Express Mini Card standard. The standard version of the F223 offers two PCI Express Mini Card slots with USB and PCI Express connection. It allows to use all types of cards for wireless applications making it possible to extend the functionality of a CompactPCI system in the same fast and easy way as a common notebook.

It is possible to reset and power on and off the two PCI Express Mini Cards separately without having to reset the whole system.

Flexible Antenna Configuration at the Front

Different front panels are available as an accessory so that each PCI Express Mini Card can be connected to a flexible number of robust redundant external antenna connectors at the front.

Large Number of SIM Cards

Using a plug-on adapter board as many as eight additional SIM cards per PCI Express card can be implemented. Even with the adapter assembled the board still only needs a width of 4 HP. Another option is to equip the board with a USB-SIM emulator for controlling SIM cards on a central server.

For Harsh and Mobile Environments

The F223 is designed for -20 °C to +85 °C operating temperature and is conformally coated in order to be used also in harsh and mobile environments. The final environmental qualification depends on the respective cards used on the carrier.

Low-Power Intel Atom CPU

The F26L low-power CPU board is a member of the scalable family of Intel CPU boards which ensures future-safety and long-term availability. It is equipped with an Intel Atom Processor E3900 Series dual-core or quad-core System-on-a-Chip (SoC). Due to the low power architecture on the Intel Atom processor, the CPU card has a total power consumption of max. 6.5 Watts to 12 Watts, while having a clock frequency of up to 1.6 GHz. An excellent graphics performance, thermal supervision of the processor and a watchdog for the operating system top off the functionality of the F26L. Furthermore, a Trusted Platform Module is assembled for security purposes.

Designed for Extreme Temperatures

The CompactPCI PlusIO board has been designed for applications with extreme temperatures, where high reliability and long-term availability are essential requirements. This kind of application is common in the rail market, in industrial automation and in the power and energy sector, for example. To fulfill these extreme temperature requirements, the F26L has been equipped with a specially outlined heat sink, which efficiently takes away the heat from the board.

CompactPCI PlusIO (PICMG 2.30)

The F26L supports the CompactPCI PlusIO (PICMG 2.30) specification, meaning it can be used in a hybrid system for control of both CompactPCI and CompactPCI Serial peripheral boards. Compliant to the standard, four USB 2.0, four PCI Express x1 as well as two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces are accessible on the J2 rear I/O connector.

Versatile Front I/O

The standard I/O available at the front panel of the F26L includes VGA, two Gigabit Ethernet and two USB 3.2 Gen 1×1 ports. The F26L can be extended by different side cards. Additional functions include a variety of different UARTs or another four USBs, SATA for hard disk connection and HD audio.

Linux and Windows Support

The F26L operates in Windows 10 and Linux environments as well as under real-time operating systems that support Intel’s multi-core architecture. The AMI UEFI BIOS was specially designed for embedded system applications.

Long-Term Availability

Long-term availability until 2031 minimizes life-cycle management by making the F26L available at least for this period of time.

Multiple I/O Functions and Status Indication

The F405 provides multiple I/O functions especially for Automatic Train Operation (ATO).

All digital inputs can be operated with common GND or common positive voltage in the range of -110 V to +110 V. The pulse counter inputs can be used to connect a speed sensor and provide frequency and distance measurement as well as direction, standstill and rolling detection as built-in functions which are all integrated in the FPGA.

The board’s high-side switching digital outputs support voltages in the range from 24 V to 110 V. The analog outputs provide the output value as voltage or as current. With their programmable cycle and pulse length, the PWM outputs are suitable for, e.g., engine power control.

The status of all inputs and outputs as well as the indication of OK and reset is shown via LEDs on the front panel.

Compact and Cost Saving

All I/O functions are located on one board and provided via one rugged I/O connector. This lowers the number of boards in the system, reducing system costs and minimizing the costs for maintenance and downtime.

Proven Components, Long-Term Availability

Due to its FPGA based design and the use of proven in use IP cores and hardware building blocks, the board provides reduced risk and effort as well as long-term availability.

Robustness and Safety Measures

The F405 provides safe and reliable operation. In case of software failures or host connection problems, the watchdog function sets the outputs to a default state. Reverse polarity protection, overcurrent protection and readback function make the digital outputs safe and robust in use.

Designed for Harsh Environments

The F405 is designed for operation in a -40°C to +85°C temperature range according to EN 50155 class TX. The coated board withstands shock and vibration for reliable operation and a longer product life-time.

Designed for Rail Applications

The F405 is especially designed for in-vehicle railway applications, can be used in all train types and is compliant with EN 50155. With a guaranteed standard life-time of 10 years from product start, F405 facilitates the client’s life-cycle management by making the overall system available at least for this period of time.