MOTOROLA MVME162-262

• VMEbus Interface: A32/D32 master/slave interface with full support for VMEbus protocols, including multi-level interrupts (IRQ1–IRQ7)
• Serial Communication: Two EIA-232/EIA-530 serial ports with hardware handshaking
• Network Interface: Onboard Ethernet transceiver with DMA support for high-speed data transfer
• Storage Interface: Onboard SCSI-1 controller for connection to hard drives, tape drives, or other peripheral storage devices
• Timing and Clocks:
  • Real-time clock (RTC) with battery backup
  • Six programmable interval timers with watchdog timer functionality
• Expansion: Four IndustryPack (IP) module sites for analog I/O, digital I/O, communication, or specialized functions
• Form Factor: 6U (233 mm × 160 mm), VME standard single-board format
• Power Supply: +5 VDC nominal input, typical power consumption between 18 W and 22 W depending on load and configuration
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C (industrial grade)
• Environmental Compliance: Meets MIL-STD-810 for shock and vibration resistance; conformal coating available for harsh environments

Features:

• High-performance 32-bit processing with low-latency interrupt response
• Full VMEbus system controller capability, enabling use as a central processing unit in VME chassis
• Non-volatile SRAM and battery-backed real-time clock ensure data integrity during power loss
• Robust I/O expansion via IndustryPack architecture for application-specific customization
• Support for real-time operating systems including VxWorks, OS-9, and LynxOS
• Onboard boot firmware with flexible boot options from SCSI, Flash, or network
• DMA engines for Ethernet and SCSI to offload CPU and improve system throughput

Applications:

• Industrial Control Systems: Used in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), process automation, and machine control
• Telecommunications: Deployed in switching systems, network management units, and base station controllers
• Military and Defense: Applied in radar systems, avionics, command and control units, and secure communications
• Transportation: Integrated into train signaling, onboard diagnostics, and traffic management systems
• Medical Equipment: Found in imaging systems and diagnostic instruments requiring stable embedded computing
• Energy and Power: Utilized in substation automation, SCADA systems, and grid monitoring devices
• Test and Measurement: Serves as a controller in data acquisition systems and automated test equipment