Description
Motorola MVME162-003
Technical Specifications
- Microprocessor: MC68030/MC68040.
- Serial Ports: Enhanced RS-232/RS-422 configurable ports.
- VME Interface: Master/Slave/System Controller capable.
- Firmware: 162Bug monitor.
Functional Features
- Flexible Serial I/O: Software-selectable electrical standards for serial ports.
- IndustryPack Support: Dedicated IP slot for adding custom I/O.
- Watchdog Timer: Hardware watchdog to recover from software lockups.
Application Scenarios
Remote data acquisition, serial device servers, and legacy system maintenance.
Performance Parameters
- Baud Rates: Supports standard asynchronous rates up to 38.4Kb/s or higher.
- Power Consumption: Standard VME +5V, +12V, -12V rails.
Material Composition
Industrial PCB with serial transceivers and MC680x0 CPU.
Structural Characteristics
6U VME board with RJ45 or DB9 serial connectors on the front panel.
Working Principle
Serial controllers interface directly with the local bus, using DMA to move data to main memory without CPU intervention.
Installation Requirements
- Match serial cable pinouts to the specific -003 configuration.
- Set termination jumpers if using RS-422.
- Secure board mechanically.
Usage Precautions
- Verify serial port configuration in firmware.
- Protect serial lines from voltage spikes.
- Maintain clean cooling airflow.




