FMC253

An ADC/DAC FMC module is an FPGA Mezzanine Card that adds high-speed analog input and/or analog output channels to an FPGA carrier board.

• ADC means analog-to-digital converter. It converts real-world analog signals into digital samples the FPGA can process.
• DAC means digital-to-analog converter. It converts digital data from the FPGA into an analog waveform.

The module usually includes:

• One or more ADC or DAC channels
• Analog front-end circuitry
• Clock and synchronization inputs
• Trigger connections
• FMC or FMC+ connector
• Sometimes JESD204B or JESD204C high-speed serial interfaces
• Front-panel RF connectors such as SMA

Typical applications include:

• Software-defined radio
• Radar
• Oscilloscopes and waveform generators
• Communications testing
• Scientific data acquisition
• Feedback and control systems

Description:

FMC253 is an FMC per VITA 57 specification. The unit utilizes the following components to provide dual channel high-speed ADC, single channel high-speed DAC and single channel low-speed ADC:

• AD9689 for dual channel ADC providing 14-bit conversion rates of up to 2.6 GSPS
• AD9164 (option for AD9162) for DAC 16-bit conversion rates of up to 12 GSPS
• AD9467 to offer an additional ADC channel providing 16-bit conversion at up to 250 MSPS

The unit provides a Trigger Input/Output, clock and all analog Input/Output via SSMC connectors.

Key Features:

• FPGA Mezzanine Card (FMC) per VITA 57
• ADC dual channel 14-bit @ 2.6 GSPS (AD9689)
• DAC 16-bit @ 12 GSPS (AD9164/AD9162)
• ADC 16-bit @ 250 MSPS (AD9467)
• Front panel interface includes Trig In/Out
• Clock input for synchronization via front or rear

FMC253 Datasheet