1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The EM405D Ethernet M-Module carrier provides complete Ethernet connectivity to up to two industry standard single-wide or one double-wide M or MA modules. The carrier provides full access to the M/MA module I/O space via the standard TCP/IP networking protocol. M-module triggers are also fully supported allowing them to be connected externally to a 9-pin DSUB connector or to an adjacent M-module. A simple command structure eases software integration and allows reset, identification, control, and configuration of the carrier and M-modules. For a complete list of M-modules compatible with the EM405D carrier, visit the mezzanine section of www.mezzanines.org, or www.vita.com.
Figure 1. EM405D Ethernet M-Module Carrier
1.1 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT
The EM405 easily interfaces a VITA 12-199x standard M/MA Module to a typical Ethernet network. The carrier allows the numerous functions available in the M-Module mezzanine format to be remotely located near the unit-under-test, easing many system integration issues. Over 100 M/MA modules are available from numerous manufacturers.
1.2 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 Key Features
Supports two ANSI/VITA 12-1996 compliant single-wide M or MA-modules or one double-wide module
Ethernet 10Base-T, 100Base-TX (Auto-Sensing) or Wi-Fi 802.11b
Rugged steel/aluminum enclosure (5.6"W × 8.5"D × 1.5"H)
+12V power input through standard 2.5mm jack or 9-pin DSUB
Variable speed forced air cooling with software temperature status
D16 M-module accesses supported
Flexible block access command provides rapid sequential and FIFO data accesses
External trigger input/output and inter-module triggers supported
Isolated and filtered +5V, +12V, and -12V supplies for each M-module
Interactive Mezzanine Control (IMC) software available