Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering CEI520-88 ARINC Interface for PCI

The Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering CEI520-88 is a robust ARINC interface card designed for PCI bus systems, providing comprehensive databus functionality for ARINC 429 and related avionics protocols. This intelligent interface is engineered to support maximum data throughput across all channels simultaneously, facilitating advanced avionics system integration and testing. It offers features such as on-board message scheduling, label filtering, multiple buffering options, and time-tagging, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of data handling. The CEI520-88 also includes error injection and detection capabilities, along with avionics-level I/O discretes, making it suitable for demanding aerospace and defense applications. Optional configurations may include programmable receive level thresholds, adjustable transmit output voltages, and ruggedized designs for extended operating temperatures, further tailoring the unit to specific environmental and performance requirements.

### Technical Specifications

* **Manufacturer:** Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering
* **Model:** CEI520-88
* **Product Family:** CEI520 / CEI520A
* **Interface Type:** PCI Bus
* **Protocols Supported:**
* ARINC 429
* ARINC 717
* ARINC 419
* ARINC 561
* ARINC 571
* ARINC 573
* ARINC 575
* ARINC 582
* CSDB
* **Channel Configuration:**
* Up to 16 Receive (Rx) ARINC 429 Channels
* Up to 16 Transmit (Tx) ARINC 429 Channels
* Support for ARINC 717/573 Dual-Mode functionality (HBP or BPRZ) is available in some configurations
* **Data Throughput:** Supports maximum data throughput on all channels simultaneously
* **Buffering:** Intelligent interface with large onboard buffers. Each ARINC 429 receive channel provides simultaneous Dedicated and Buffered Mode storage, with separate circular buffers for each channel in Buffered Mode.
* **Message Management:** On-board message scheduling and label filtering.
* **Time Stamping:** On-board time-tagging capabilities. IRIG-B Receiver/Generator optional, with DC level signal usable for synchronizing time stamps across multiple boards.
* **Error Handling:** Error injection and detection capabilities.
* **Discretes:** Avionics-level I/O discretes supporting up to 16 inputs and 16 outputs. Discretes support TTL to avionics voltage levels, with open-collector outputs enhancing flexibility. Output discretes can switch up to 0.5 ampere.
* **Bit Rates:** Independent, software-programmable bit rates for all channels.
* **Receive Thresholds:** Programmable receive level thresholds (optional).
* **Transmit Voltage:** Adjustable transmit output voltages (optional).
* **Temperature Monitoring:** On-board temperature and voltage monitoring.
* **Ruggedization:** Ruggedized configurations with extended operating temperatures are optional.

### Electrical Specifications

* **Input Discrete Voltage:** TTL to avionics voltage levels
* **Output Discrete Voltage:** Capable of switching up to 0.5 ampere
* **Signaling:** CEI-520A supports PCI universal voltage signaling (3.3V or 5V); CEI-520 supports 5V only

### Interfaces

* **Bus Interface:** PCI
* **ARINC Channels:** Configurable from 2 to 16 channels, with up to 16 Rx and 16 Tx ARINC 429 channels
* **I/O Discretes:** 16 input and 16 output discretes

### Physical Specifications

* **Form Factor:** PCI

### Compatibility

* **Operating Systems:** Supports Windows, Linux, VxWorks. Contact Abaco Systems for specific O/S versions supported.
* **Software API:** Advanced, high-level software API included for various operating systems. Sample programs are available for C/C++, C#.NET, Visual Basic (VB6 and VB.NET), VxWorks, and LabWindows/CVI. Optional software includes LabVIEW support and BusTools/ARINC, a Windows-based GUI Bus Analyzer. The API is compatible with Abaco Systems API support on multiple platforms including PCI Express, Mini-PCIe, ExpressCard, PCI, PC/104-Plus, CompactPCI, PMC, and XMC.

### Why Choose Aumictech for Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering CEI520-88?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end avionics databus interface equipment. Whether you need to ensure seamless ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 protocol connectivity, perform complex system testing and simulation, or integrate legacy avionics systems into modern platforms, our team ensures the Abaco Systems / Condor Engineering CEI520-88 delivers maximum performance for your application.