MVME162-511A Motorola Embedded Controller

Emerson / Motorola MVME162-511A Embedded Controller Overview

Features:

• Double-High VME Module
• MC68LC040 or MC68040 Microprocessor
• 1MB, 4MB, or 8MB of Parity-Protected DRAM
• 512KB SRAM

The Motorola MVME162-511A Embedded Controller may still be available for purchase and support from Artisan Technology Group beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).

Embedded Controller Price & Specs

Emerson / Motorola MVME162-511A Embedded Controller Description

Functions

Single-board computer based on Motorola MC68040 processor providing real-time control capabilities for industrial automation and embedded systems. Features VMEbus interface for modular system integration, onboard memory management, serial communication ports, and parallel I/O channels. Supports real-time operating systems for deterministic control applications, data acquisition, and process monitoring. Includes Ethernet connectivity and SCSI interface for network communication and storage device integration in distributed control architectures.

Platforms

VMEbus single-board computer operating in 6U form factor with Motorola 68040 processor running at 25MHz, featuring onboard DRAM and SRAM memory subsystems, dual serial communication ports supporting RS-232/422/485 protocols, parallel printer interface, SCSI-2 host adapter for mass storage connectivity, Ethernet controller for network communications, battery-backed real-time clock, watchdog timer functionality, and VMEbus interface supporting A16/A24/A32 address spaces with D8/D16/D32 data transfers for integration into distributed control systems, military command and control applications, industrial automation platforms, telecommunications switching equipment, and embedded computing environments requiring deterministic real-time performance with extended temperature operation capabilities.

Applications

Designed for embedded control in VMEbus systems, this single-board computer executes real-time processing using a Motorola 68040 CPU at 32 MHz, with 4 MB parity-protected DRAM and 1 MB Flash memory. It supports network connectivity via an Ethernet transceiver interface and storage/peripheral interfacing through a SCSI bus with DMA. The board integrates multiple I/O options including two serial ports configurable for EIA-232-D, EIA-530, or EIA-485/EIA-422 standards via serial interface modules. It includes timers, watchdog, battery-backed SRAM and clock, four IndustryPack module interfaces for expandability, and acts as a VMEbus system controller for managing bus arbitration and data transfers, suitable for industrial automation, telecommunications, and aerospace embedded applications.

Interfaces

Single-board computer with MC68040 32-bit microprocessor, four RS-232C serial ports through DB25 female connectors, one parallel port via DB25, Ethernet 10BASE-T through RJ45, SCSI-2 via 50-pin header, 2 IndustryPack (IP) interfaces supporting 8/16-bit modules, VMEbus interface through P1/P2 DIN 41612 connectors supporting A32/D32 transactions. Includes 4MB DRAM, 512KB SRAM with battery backup, 1MB Flash memory. Provides 4 programmable tick timers, real-time clock with battery, and watchdog timer.

Specifications

High-performance VMEbus single-board computer featuring MC68040 microprocessor at 25/33MHz with integrated FPU and MMU. Provides 4/8/16MB onboard DRAM, dual serial ports (RS-232/RS-422), Ethernet interface, SCSI controller, and optional IndustryPack carrier sites. Interfaces through VMEbus P1/P2 connectors supporting A32/D32 master/slave operations, plus front panel serial console and Ethernet connections. Includes timers, watchdog, battery-backed SRAM, and EPROM sockets. Executes VxWorks, OS-9, or custom real-time operating systems. Commonly deployed in industrial automation, telecommunications infrastructure, data acquisition systems, and embedded control applications requiring deterministic response and VMEbus expansion capability.

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Emerson / Motorola MVME162-511A Embedded Controller Manuals, Datasheets, Drivers, Links

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