Abaco Systems / GE RAR-PCIE-1616 ARINC High Density PCI Express Interface

The Abaco Systems / GE RAR-PCIE-1616 is a high-density PCI Express interface card designed for ARINC databus functionality, primarily for simulation and testing applications in the aerospace industry. It offers comprehensive databus capabilities for ARINC 429, ARINC 575, and selected 2-wire, 32-bit protocols. The interface is built for high performance and density, supporting maximum data throughput across all channels simultaneously, with significant onboard message scheduling, label filtering, multiple buffering options, time-tagging, and error detection features.

### Technical Specifications

**General Interface:**
* **Interface Type:** Native 4-lane PCI Express (PCIe)
* **Form Factor:** Standard height, half length (4.376 x 5.0 inches)

**ARINC Channels:**
* **ARINC 429 Channels:** Configurable, with support for up to 16 Receive (Rx) and 16 Transmit (Tx) channels, totaling up to 32 ARINC 429 channels
* **Dual-Mode Functionality:** Supports ARINC 717/573 Dual-Mode functionality, which can be programmatically set to support either Harvard Bi-Phase (HBP) or Bi-Polar Return to Zero (BPRZ) across a wide range of bit rates and sub-frame combinations
* **Other Protocols:** Supports selected 2-wire, 32-bit protocols, including ARINC 575

**Data Rates and Buffering:**
* **Bit Rates:** Independent, software-programmable bit rates for all channels
* **On-board RAM:** 2 MBytes for large transmit and receive data buffers
* **Buffering Options:** Multiple buffering options, including:
* **Buffered Mode:** Utilizes a separate circular buffer for each channel
* **Merged Mode:** Combines all received data into a single, time-sequenced circular buffer
* **Dedicated Mode:** Provides a snapshot of the latest received data
* **Data Throughput:** Supports maximum data throughput on all channels simultaneously

**Discrete I/O:**
* **Discrete Channels:** 16 input and 16 output discretes
* **Voltage Levels:** Handles avionics-level voltages, with TTL support and open-collector/open-drain outputs for enhanced flexibility

**Optional Features:**
* **IRIG-B:** Optional IRIG-B Receiver (AM or DC/TTL) and Generator (DC/TTL) support
* The IRIG-B DC level signal can be utilized to synchronize time stamps across multiple boards
* **Conformal Coating:** Optional conformal coating available

**Performance and Functionality:**
* **Error Handling:** Error detection and optional error injection
* **Message Scheduling:** Onboard message scheduling
* **Label Filtering:** Support for label filtering, including Sub-address Data Index (SDI) or all labels (promiscuous mode)
* **Time-Tagging:** Integrated time-tagging capabilities
* **Channel Independence:** All channels operate independently
* **Slew Rate Control:** Automatic transmit channel slew rate adjustment
* **Monitoring:** On-board temperature and voltage monitoring

**Software and Compatibility:**
* **API:** Advanced, high-level Application Programming Interface (API) included for Windows and Linux operating systems (specific versions to be confirmed with manufacturer) The API is compatible with Abaco Systems’ API support across various platforms including PCI Express, Mini-PCIe, PCI, PC/104-Plus, Express Card, Compact PCI, PMC, and XMC.
* **GUI Analyzer:** Optional BusTools/ARINC Windows-based GUI Bus Analyzer available for ARINC 429 analysis, simulation, and data logging
* **LabVIEW Support:** Optional support for LabVIEW and LabVIEW Real-Time
* **Operating Systems:** Support for Windows (versions including 7, Vista, XP, 2000) and Linux

### Electrical

* **Power Consumption (Typical):**
* +3.3 VDC: 600 mA
* +12 VDC: 140 mA (no loads)

### Interfaces

* **Primary Interface:** PCI Express (PCIe)
* **Databus Protocols:** ARINC 429, ARINC 575, ARINC 573, ARINC 717
* **Discrete I/O:** 16x Input, 16x Output
* **Optional:** IRIG-B Receiver/Generator

### Physical

* **Dimensions:** Standard height, half length (4.376 x 5.0 inches)
* **Environmental:** Relative humidity: 5% up to 95% (non-condensing)

### Compatibility

* **Chassis:** Compatible with standard PCI Express chassis.
* **Software:** Supported by Abaco Systems’ API for Windows and Linux. Optional LabVIEW and BusTools/ARINC software are available.

Why Choose Aumictech for the Abaco Systems / GE RAR-PCIE-1616?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end avionics databus interface equipment. Whether you need robust ARINC 429 communication, high-density channel configurations, or seamless integration with simulation and testing platforms, our team ensures the Abaco Systems / GE RAR-PCIE-1616 delivers maximum performance for your application.