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PCIBPMCx2 - PCI to PMC Adapter / Carrier

PCIBPMCx2 (PCI/PCI-X Bus Compatible) Bridge based PCI and PMC Compatible Adapter Carrier Front View
Shown With VME Connectors
(Also Available With SCSI Connector, Ethernet, and Serial port connectors)


Embedded applications frequently require real time processing coupled with special purpose IO. With the PCIBPMCx2´s two slots; a PrPMC can be matched with another PMC to make a high bandwidth processing node. The PrPMC can communicate with the host for set-up, and then use the local bus to control and transfer data with the special purpose IO card. For example the PMC-BiSerial-III-HW1 provides 32 channels of Manchester encoded IO, and when matched with a PrPMC can control or monitor a large system in real time.

The PCIBPMCx2 ( PCI Bridge PMC 2 slots) adapter / carrier converter card provides the ability to install two PMC cards into a standard PCI/PCI-X slot. The PCIBPMCx2 has two PMC card slots mounted to a universal voltage PCI card. Suitable for PCI or PCI-X operation with 32 bit or 64 bit data and 33, 66, 100 or 133 MHz. clock. The PCIBPMCx2 is a Non Transparent Bridge

The PMC user IO connector Pn4 from slot 0 is brought out to one of two connectors for access (DIN IDC or SCSI II). The signals corresponding to the PrPMC standard Ethernet and Serial lines can optionally be connected to the Ethernet and Serial port connectors at the top edge of the board. The signals are isolated with resistor packs to keep the routing short. The PMC front panel connector is mounted though the PCI mounting bracket.

For superior performance the PCIBPMCx2 has two cooling cutouts for increased airflow to the PMCs. A cut-out is preferred over a fan mounted to the PMC adapter for several reasons including: many components are not shielded against close proximity electro-magnetic fields, and the reduction in MTBF that an additional mechanical device represents. If your application requires a fan you can order the PCIBPMCx2-FAN to have fans mounted to your PCIBPMCx2. The FAN positions are numbered 1-4 with 1 closest to the PCI Bezel [left edge in the picture above]. One fan can be mounted per pair of positions [Pick 1 or 2 and 3 or 4]

The PCI bus is interconnected to the PMC via a 64 bit 133 MHz capable bridge. The bridge allows the PCI bus to operate with different parameters than the PMC card - for example the PCI bus can operate at 66 MHz with 64 bit data and the PMC with 33 mhz and 32 bit data. The buffering within the bridge will take care of the rate and data matching. The local side can also operate at 133, 100. 66 or 33 MHz depending on the PMCs installed. The PCIBPMCx2 can control the M66EN signal via a dipswitch setting or the PMC can control the M66EN setting directly. The PCI-X controls are also selectable via dipswitch.

The voltage definitions are also buffered between the PCI and PMC buses. The PCI VIO automatically defines the reference levels for the primary side of the bridge. A shunt is used to control a MOSFET to select which voltage reference is used on the secondary side. A 5V PMC card can be used with a 3.3V PCI bus and vice-versa. The voltages can also be the same.

The bridge insures that multiple PCIBPMCx2 cards can be installed onto the same PCI bus stub.

Local Regulation of the 3.3V power insures clean power on the 3.3V rail and that the rail is energized. The 5V supply is routed to the 5V rail and to the local regulator. The regulator design utilizes a switching regulator controlling a MOSFET to convert 5V to 3.3V. An LC filter insures clean power at the PMC. A shunt allows the user to select between the PCI supply and the local regulator. The bridge uses approximately 700 mA maximum leaving 8+ amps on the 3.3V rail for the PMCs. The bridge is properly bipassed with additional capacitors near the PMC connectors.

The 5V, +12 and -12V voltages are supplied to the PMC slot via the PCI connector. The voltages are bipassed at the PCI connector and at the PMC connector. The 5V power has additional decoupling to support the regulator requirements.

The individual pins on the JN4 (PN4) connectors for each slot are accessible by either a 68 pin SCSI connector or a 64 position DIN connector. We recommend using our SCSI cable and the HDEterm68 breakout block with the SCSI connector. The industry standard VME IDC connector is easy to connect to your system using DINterm64 which is a 64 position terminal strip and the DIN Ribbon Cable 64, a 64 position ribbon cable.

The PMC JTAG connections are routed to headers. One header is configured to match the Altera standard and the other is set for discrete connections - Xilinx and other manufacturers. Please let us know if you want these headers installed.

  • 1 year warranty
  • Quantity discounts available

    • PCIBPMCx2 Features

  • Size
    		•  Full size PCI card.

  • PMC compatible slots
    		•  2 PMC Slots provided.

  • Clocks
    		•  PCI primary bus can operate at 133, 100, 66 or 33 MHz. Secondary side can operate at the same or lower frequency than primary side. User switch provided for clock selection.

  • Access Width
    		•  Standard PCI byte lanes supported for byte, word and long access dependent on installed PMC. 64 or 32 bit operation from either bus supported by Bridge.

  • Access Frequency
    		•  Bridge supports 133,100, 66 or 33 MHz operation.

  • Software Interface
    		•  Industry Standard 31154 Bridge register definitions. The bridge does not require any user set-up. PMC register definitions as defined by installed hardware.

  • Interrupts
    		•  INTA, INTB, INTC, INTD routed to PCI connector from both PMC slots. Most PMCs use one Interrupt level [INTA]. User switches allow independent mapping of the PMC interrupt request to the PCI connector. Slot 0 is usually mapped to INTA and slot 1 to INTB.

  • Power
    		•  +5, +12, -12V, regulated or PCI +3V supplied to PMCs.

  • VIO
    		•  Primary side set by PCI bus. Secondary side set by user selection [shunt]. Regulated 3.3V or 5V via MOSFET to VIO mini-plane.

  • Thermal
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 has a cut-outs to support increased airflow over the PMC component side. Optional fan(s) with two mounting positions are available.

  • IO Interface
    		•  Front Bezel IO supported at PCI bracket. Jn4 "user IO" supported with either SCSI or DIN connectors. See Panduit for mate [120-964-455] or standard SCSI II connector. Optional support for Ethernet and Serial ports from PrPMC devices.

  • Specification
    		•  PCI, PCI-X, PICMG 2.15 specification compliant


  • LEDs
    		•  +3V, +5V, +12V, -12V and Busmode 1 [present] for each slot plus VIO.

  • DIP switch
    		•  4 - 8 position switchs are provided to allow for configuration control and to select the primary and secondary clocking options.

  • JTAG
    		•  Primary PCI JTAG connections are made to the Bridge. The PMC JTAG connections are tied to labeled headers. One header following the Altera standard and one compatible with Xilinx and other manufacturers.



    PCIBPMCx2 Benefits

  • Speed
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 offers PCI-X and PCI speeds plus a second PMC slot for designs with more than one PMC. For local processing the rear slot can be used for a PrPMC with the IO or signal processing in the front slot. The Host computer can set-up operation, and then the PrPMC can use the local bus for high speed data transfer with second PMC.

  • Price
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 has the low price point. Make use of existing PMC designs in PCI applications without paying for the expense of a new design and layout. Save PCI slots with two PMCs in one location. Quantity discounts are available.

  • Ease of Use
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 is easy to use. A plug and play interface to the PMC site. The Bridge can be configured with the user switches on board; eliminating any requirement for special software for the bridge itself. The PCIBPMCx2 is a Non Transparent Bridge. The board comes configured for a 66 MHz capable primary bus and 33 MHz secondary bus. In most cases the switches can be left with the factory settings. The manual contains clear directions for switch options. The engineering kit provides a good starting point for a new user.

  • Availability
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 is a popular board. We keep the PCIBPMCx2 in stock. Send in your order and in most cases have your hardware the next day - delivered to you via FedEx.

  • Size
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 is a full size PCI board which conforms to the PCI mechanical and electrical specifications. Eliminate mechanical interference issues. The PCIBPMCx2 can be used in all full length PCI compliant slots. Please check that your computer has a full length slot with the proper PCI offset card guid support.

  • PMC Compatibility
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 is PMC compliant per the IEEE 1386 specification. All Dynamic Engineering PMC Modules are compatible with the PCIBPMCx2. All other PMC Modules which are compliant with the PMC specification are compatible with the PCIBPMCx2.

  • PCI Compatibility
    		•  The PCIBPMCx2 is PCI compliant. The PCIBPMCx2 can be expected to work in any PCI compliant backplane. The PCIBPMCx2 has been tested in multiple backplanes.


    Engineering Kit

    PCIBPMCx2-ENG..........Engineering Kit for PCIBPMCx2 includes:
    Board level Schematics [PDF], and 3' HDEcabl68 and HDEterm68-MP or DINribn64 and DINterm64-P


    PCIBPMCx2 Ordering Information
  • PCIBPMCx2 Order the PCIBPMCx2 for a base version (PCIBPMCx2-VME)

  • PCIBPMCx2-FAN() Need additional cooling? order the PCIBPMCx2-FAN() for a pre-installed 12V 8CFM fan(s) to maximize cooling and funtionality of your card. The fan has been tested with high wattage prPMC devices. Fan position 1 is closest to the PCI bezel, 2,3, and 4 are numbered from left to right.
    Valid Fan options include: (1), (2), (3), (4), (13), (14), (23), (24)

  • PCIBPMCx2-ENET Order the PCIBPMCx2-ENET to receive a PCIBPMCx2 with 2 ethernet ports installed .
    The connectors are added to work with Ethernet equipped PMC's

  • PCIBPMCx2-SER Order the PCIBPMCx2-SER to receive a PCIBPMCx2 with a serial connectors installed .
    The Serial Port connectors are added to work with serial port equipped PMC's


  • PCIBPMCx2-SCSI Order the PCIBPMCx2-SCSI to receive a PCIBPMCx2 with the SCSI connectors mounted for Pn4 IO.[no VME]

  • PCIBPMCx2-NC Order the PCIBPMCx2-NC This model has neither VME nor SCSI style connector installed.

  • -VIO3 The VIO3 option removes the FET for the secondary VIO to force it to be 3.3V only ­ for no mistakes about voltage selection


    Ordering Options: Please select the board version and engineering kit you wish to order.

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    Download the PCIBPMCx2 Manual 10/15/07 in PDF format.

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