Motorola MVME1600-024

Motorola MVME1600-024

Product Introduction
The Motorola MVME1600-024 is a high-performance, 6U VMEbus single-board computer (SBC) designed for demanding embedded applications. As a core component of the MVME1600 series, it serves as a robust base platform that supports high-speed data processing and reliable system control. This module is specifically engineered to operate seamlessly with processor/memory mezzanine modules, such as the PM603 or PM604, providing the essential infrastructure for complex industrial and computing environments.

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Motorola MVME1600-024

Technical Specifications

  • Architecture: VMEbus (IEEE 1014-1987) compliant 6U form factor.
  • Processor Support: Designed to host PM603 (PowerPC 603) or PM604 (PowerPC 604) processor/memory mezzanine modules.
  • Memory Expansion: Supports optional RAM104 DRAM mezzanine modules to significantly expand system memory capacity.
  • System Controller: Factory-configured as a VMEbus system controller via jumper settings on header J9.
  • Serial Interfaces: Supports asynchronous serial ports via transition modules like MVME760 or MVME712M.

Functional Features

  • Modular Mezzanine Design: Utilizes a highly flexible architecture where the base board interfaces with separate processor, memory, and PCI mezzanine cards.
  • VMEbus System Control: Functions as the system controller to manage bus arbitration, interrupt daisy-chaining, and global control status registers.
  • Signal Multiplexing: Features advanced hardware-level signal multiplexing on the P2 backplane connector to transparently manage synchronous I/O control signals between the base board and transition modules.
  • Remote Status and Control: Equipped with dedicated connectors for remote reset functionality and system status monitoring.
  • Audio Feedback: Includes a speaker control output (SPEAKER_OUT) that can be routed to an external speaker for system beep tones and diagnostic alerts.

Application Scenarios
This controller is extensively deployed in mission-critical environments, including industrial automation, distributed control systems (DCS), telecommunications infrastructure, aerospace ground support equipment, and advanced laboratory test instrumentation.

Performance Parameters

  • Bus Bandwidth: Supports high-speed VMEbus data transfers, leveraging the PowerPC 603/604 local bus architecture for optimal throughput.
  • Serial Communication Defaults: Firmware console defaults to 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, with hardware handshaking (XON/XOFF or CTS).
  • Power Requirements: Draws necessary operating voltages (+5V, +12V, -12V) directly from the VME backplane via the P1 and P2 connectors.

Material Composition
The module is constructed using high-reliability, multi-layer industrial-grade printed circuit boards (PCBs). It features robust VME P1 and P2 backplane connectors, precision mezzanine standoffs, and high-quality integrated circuits designed to withstand rigorous industrial environments.

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