MicroMax's Solutions
MicroMax's Solutions
MicroMax's Solutions
Mercator II
PC/104-Plus Expansion Module with Quad Ethernet and Digital I/O
The Mercator II PC/104-Plus module integrates 4 PCI-based 10/100 Ethernet ports with 24 user-configurable digital I/O lines in the compact and rugged PC/104 format. This 2-in-1 combination of Ethernet and digital I/O can help lower the size and cost of your embedded system by eliminating one additional board from your PC/104 stack.
The Ethernet ports are driven by two dual Micrel KSZ8842 Mac + Phy PCI controller chips, two ports per chip, and are NE2000 compatible. Each chip has a unique MAC address; therefore, only two Ethernet ports are visible to the end user for active communication. The other two ports work in switch fashion to enable daisy chaining of networks with one port on the chip as an uplink to a network while the other port provides active communication on the network.
The 24 digital I/O lines are based on an 82C55 chip and feature programmable direction in 4- and 8-bit groups. All I/O lines contain user-configurable 10K ohm pull-up resistors for convenience.
Extended temperature capability (-40ºC to +85ºC) enables the board to operate in environments with extreme temperature swings, such as vehicles or outdoor installations. In addition, the board may be custom-configured with 0-ohm resistors in place of jumper blocks for increased ruggedness in high-vibration environments.
Diamond Systems offers appropriate mating cables for your convenience. Cable number C-PRZ-02 provides a panel-mountable RJ-45 connector for the Ethernet, and cable number C-26-18 is a 26-conductor ribbon cable for the digital I/O.
Epsilon-8100
Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with wide voltage input and serial management port
Epsilon-8100 is a managed Layer 2+ Ethernet switch module offering eight 10/100/1000Mbps copper twisted pair ports in the compact PC/104 form factor. Epsilon ‑8100 is designed for rugged applications including industrial, on-vehicle and military.
Epsilon-8100 is a standalone switch that does not require any host computer interface. All switch functions are managed by a 416MHz MIPS processor embedded directly into the switch. The processor is accessed via an in-band web interface over one of the Ethernet ports or via an out-of-band command-line interface over an RS-232 serial port. The integrated web interface provides an intuitive GUI for use in configuring and managing all switch functionality. On-board memory holds dual application images, boot code, MAC addresses, and other parameters, and can also be used for program execution.
Epsilon-8100’s advanced Ethernet switch board includes two innovative features that enable automatic power savings. The switch can detect unused Ethernet ports on network devices and power them down or place them in stand-by mode. Additionally, the switch actively adjusts the power level needed based on cable length, saving energy on links shorter than the 100m maximum specified length.
Input power is provided through the built-in, wide-range +5 to +36VDC power supply, enabling operation using industrial power sources. Epsilon-8100 was designed for use in vehicle and harsh environment applications. All I/O connectors are latching, providing enhanced reliability over the RJ-45 connectors used in commercial Ethernet switches. A 50% thicker PCB provides better protection against vibration in vehicle environments. The wide range 5-36V input power supply is compatible with all common vehicle and industrial power sources. The −40ºC to +85ºC operating range makes Epsilon-8100 suitable for use in outdoor and vehicle applications.
Epsilon-8100 comes loaded with all required firmware, enabling its immediate operation without any development effort. The included web interface provides an intuitive GUI for use in configuring and managing switch functionality.
P104-DAQ1616
PC/104-Plus Analog I/O Data Acquisition Module with 2MHz A/D, D/A, autocalibration, and digital I/O
P104-DAQ1616 is a PC/104-Plus data acquisition I/O card integrating Diamond’s newest and fastest analog I/O technology and a PCI Express interface.
This module offers 16-bit or 12-bit A/D sampling at a maximum of 2MHz, supported with an expanded 16K-sample FIFO for reliable data collection in any operating system. Analog output capability has been expanded to 16 16-bit channels with programmable output ranges. All analog I/O features are enhanced with our industry-leading autocalibration technology, featuring independent calibration factors for each input and output range to guarantee maximum accuracy across all operating modes and the entire operating temperature range.
Digital I/O features include seven 8-bit ports with both bit-wide and byte-wide direction control, two 32-bit up/down counter/timers with programmable input source and gate, and four 24-bit pulse-width modulation circuits with 0-100% duty cycle.
FP-DAQ1616
FeaturePak Analog I/O Data Acquisition Module with 2MHz A/D, D/A, autocalibration, and digital I/O
FP-DAQ1616 is a data acquisition I/O card integrating Diamond’s newest and fastest analog I/O technology and a PCI Express host interface.
This tiny board offers 16-bit or 12-bit A/D sampling at up to 2MHz, supported with an expanded 16K-sample FIFO for reliable data collection in any operating system. Analog output capability has been expanded to 16 16-bit channels with programmable output ranges. All analog I/O features are enhanced with our industry-leading autocalibration technology, featuring independent calibration factors for each input and output range to guarantee maximum accuracy across all operating modes and the entire operating temperature range.
Digital I/O features include seven 8-bit ports with both bit-wide and byte-wide direction control, two 32-bit up/down counter/timers with programmable input source and gate, and four 24-bit pulse-width modulation circuits with 0-100% duty cycle.
Pluto SBC
ETX Form-Factor Embedded-Ready Subsystem with PC/104-Plus Expansion and Configurable CPU
Pluto is a high performance, highly integrated board-level embedded-ready subsystem that matches the footprint of the popular ETX computer-on-module (COM) standard.
Pluto’s CPU core consists of an ETX CPU module mounted on its bottom side, and is available with your choice of different power/performance CPUs. Pluto utilizes conduction cooling for improved ruggedness and reliability through the use of a heatspreader, improving thermal management and increasing the space for I/O functions and connectors. This innovative design has enabled Pluto to integrate additional serial and Ethernet controllers, a complete set of peripheral interface header connectors, and a PC/104-Plus expansion stack location — all within the compact ETX footprint. Four mounting holes on the bottom of the conduction cooled heatspreader are provided to mount Pluto in an enclosure or to a bulkhead. These mounting holes are #6-32 threaded holes on 2.8″ centers.
Choice of CPUs:
1.91GHz Intel Bay Trail E3845
1.65GHz AMD Fusion G-T56N
1.0GHz AMD Fustion G-T40N
Pluto is offered in a range of models that vary according to the choice of ETX CPU module and on-board SO-DIMM SDRAM capacity. A choice of ETX COMs offers scalable performance for your application as well as protection from obsolescence through plug compatible CPU modules. It can be used either as a highly integrated embedded component, or as a platform for application development and reference designs.
Pluto’s baseboard includes connectors and interfaces for keyboard, mouse, USB, serial, parallel, Ethernet, sound, various mass storage devices. It supports the connection of a wide variety of displays, including CRTs, 18-bit or 24-bit LVDS-interfaced flat panels, and televisions. Power is supplied by means of a robust six-pin terminal block.
System Block Diagram
Pluto Cable Kit
The Pluto cable kit includes cables for Pluto input and output.
Number
Qty
Cable
Description
1
2
6989007
Dual USB cable
2
1
6989004
Audio in/out cable
3
2
6989012
SATA data cable
4
1
6989011
PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse cable
5
2
6989015
Ethernet RJ-45 cable
6
2
6989008
Dual Serial Port cable
7
1
6989006
Parallel cable
8
1
6989010
VGA cable
9
1
6989001
Parallel to floppy cable
10
1
6989005
IDE data cable
11
1
6989002
DC Power cable, +5V & +12V, 4-wire
12
1
6989003
DC Power cable, +5V, 2-wire
EMM-DIO4M-XT
PC/104 4-Port RS-232/422/485 Serial I/O Module with DIO
High Performance Serial I/O Functionality
The Emerald‑MM‑DIO4M‑XT is a PC/104 form factor serial module offering 4 programmable serial ports. The module is based on a ST16C554 quad UART with 16-byte TX/RX FIFOs. Programmable features include serial port protocols, line termination, slew rates, enable / shutdown, base addresses, and interrupt status register address. The EMM-DIO4M-XT fits a wide variety of rugged and on-vehicle embedded serial I/O application needs.
Digital I/O Lines
EMM-DIO4M-XT also offers 48 programmable digital I/O lines. Configurable features include the digital I/O base address, interrupt level, output mode, and voltage level selection. The lines can be set for pull-up / pull-down resistors in two banks of 24 digital I/O lines each.
Rugged Design
The Emerald-MM-DIO4M-XT was designed with harsh applications in mind including latching connectors to further improve reliability. Extended temperature operation of −40°C to +85°C is tested and guaranteed. The module is compatible with MIL-STD-202G shock and vibration specifications.
Key Features
Emerald-MM-DIO4M-XT is a programmable PC/104 serial I/O module offering 4 multiprotocol serial ports and 48 digital I/O lines. The serial ports are based on a ST16C554 quad UART with 16-byte TX/RX FIFOs. Each serial port can be independently configured for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 protocols, along with programmable 120-ohm line termination. Other programmable serial port features include slew rate, enable / shutdown and base address. All serial ports also feature +/-15KV ESD protection. The serial ports are brought out in pairs to two pin headers with latching connectors for increased isolation and ruggedness. With its wide operating temperature range and high resistance to shock and vibration, the EMMDIO4M-XT fits a wide variety of rugged and on-vehicle embedded serial I/O application needs. EMM-DIO4M-XT also offers 48 programmable digital I/O lines configured as six 8-bit ports. All ports have individual direction control. Ports 0, 1 and 2 offer programmable edge detection with interrupt capability on change of state. Other programmable DIO features include pull-up / pull-down resistors, base address, interrupt level, output mode, and voltage level.
Software Support
The EMM-DIO4M-XT is compatible with Windows 7/Vista/2000/XP and Linux 2.6. All drivers are shipped with the product.
Janus-MM
Dual CAN Ports, Carrier for Wireless and GPS Modules
JANUS-MM combines dual CAN interfaces with sockets for wireless communications and GPS to create a complete I/O subsystem for automotive and vehicle tracking applications. The dual CAN ports use the Philips SJA1000T CAN controller and 82C251 transceiver, for full CAN2.0B functionality. Each port is independently isolated from the system to eliminate sensitivity to noise and ground shifts in the network. Jumper options include slew rate control, transceiver power source (on-board or loop power), address, and interrupt settings. Both memory and I/O addressing are supported. For ruggedized applications, 0Ω jumper-bypass resistors can be installed in any configuration.
JANUS-MM includes sockets and support circuitry for GSM/GPRS and CDMA wireless communication modules from MultiTech, as well as 8-channel and 12-channel GPS receivers from Trimble Navigation. A connector is provided to supply backup power for the GPS almanac. A built-in dual UART circuit provides the necessary interface to the modules. The add-on modules are available separately based on your desired configuration. See below for information on available modules.
Diamond-MM-XT
12-bit Analog I/O PC/104 Module
Diamond-MM has all the primary features you expect in a high-performance analog I/O board at a reduced price. The analog input circuit uses a 12-bit A/D converte and can be configured for single-ended or differential input wiring, as well as unipolar or bipolar input ranges. It also offers 10 different input ranges, so it can work with a wide variety of input signals. The maximum A/D conversion rate is approximately 2,000-20,000 per second using interrupts (depending on the operating system) or 100,000 per second using DMA.
Two optional analog outputs provide 12-bit resolution over a 0-5V or user-adjustable output range with 8mA drive current and 4uS settling time. The D/A can also be used as a digital attenuator for an analog signal fed into one of the reference inputs.
The board contains 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs. It has an on-board 82C54 counter/timer chip to control the A/D sampling rate and provide general purpose counting functions.
Diamond-MM is available in four models: with or without analog outputs, and in commercial (0ºC-70ºC) or industrial (-40ºC to +85ºC) operating temperature range.
Diamond-MM-16-AT
16-channel, 16-bit Analog I/O with Autocalibration
The Diamond-MM-16-AT features top performance and flexibility for a mid-range price. It has 16 single-ended / 8 differential analog inputs with both unipolar and bipolar input ranges and programmable gain. It has a maximum sampling rate of 100KHz, supported by a 512-sample FIFO with a 256-sample threshold for gap-free A/D sampling. Both single-channel and multi-channel scan sampling modes are supported. The A/D can be triggered with a software command, the on-board programmable timer, or an external signal. These feature give you maximum flexibility to configure the board to your application.
COM Express Modules
Low-power, high-performance, wide temperature COM Express computer on modules
These compact, low-power, and powerful COM Express modules are suitable for powering a wide range of embedded applications. Additionally, to support real‑world applications subject to temperature extremes these modules are rated for operation over enhanced (-20 to +71 °C) and extended (-40 to +85 °C) temperature ranges.
Each Diamond COM Express module integrates a complete set of PC-compatible functions, including a low-power, high-performance Intel processor and from 1GB to 4GB of soldered-on or SO-DIMM system memory. In addition, the modules provides interface controllers for high-resolution displays, gigabit Ethernet, and SATA storage devices, as well as multiple USB 2.0, parallel, digital I/O, and audio ports.
By plugging these powerful, plug-and-play COMs into standard or custom application baseboards, OEMs can reduce development costs, minimize design risks, and shorten time-to-revenue while benefiting from the latest embedded technologies.
