Available in a range of configurations to match your needs, the RAR-MPCIE provides complete, integrated databus functionality for ARINC 429, ARINC 575 and selected 2-wire, 32-bit protocols. The RAR-MPCIE supports maximum data throughput on all channels while providing onboard message
scheduling, label filtering, multiple buffering options, time-tagging, error detection and avionics-level I/O discretes.
Two RAR-MPCIE configurations offer combinations of ARINC 429 channels along with ARINC 717/573 Dual-Mode functionality. Dual-Mode functionality
programmatically supports either HBP (Harvard Bi-Phase) or BPRZ (Bi-Polar Return to Zero) across a very wide range of bit rate/subframe combinations.
The RAR-MPCIE comes as standard with IRIG-B DC level signal and can be utilized to synchronize time stamps across multiple boards.
The RAR-MPCIE is very small in size (30mm x 50.95mm x 4.7mm) and is lightweight for applications deployed in highly-constrained environments where platforms require minimum SWaP solutions.
Architecture
The RAR-MPCIE features include independent, software programmable data rates and parity, error detection. 2 MBytes of on-board RAM provide large transmit and receive data buffers. All channels operate independently. Discretes support TTL to four avionics-level inputs and four outputs while open-drain outputs enhance (bi-directional) application flexibility.
Software
Abaco Systems’ software tools and solutions significantly reduce the time required to integrate ARINC 429 and other avionics protocols into your application. Included with the RAR-MPCIE is our flexible, high- level, API (Application Programming Interface) support for Microsoft Windows 7 , 8, 8.1, 10, Server 2012 R1/R2, Vista, XP (32-bit/64-bit), VxWorks and Linux.Our powerful API supports multiple cards, and is compatible with Abaco Systems API support on PCI, PCIe, PMC, PC/104-Plus, Express Card, AMC and Compact PCI platforms. Optional software includes LabVIEW.
Data Handling
On-board firmware, and a high-level API are integrated to provide total flexibility in monitoring and generating ARINC bus traffic. Simultaneous scheduled and burst mode (FIFO) messaging is sup- ported on all ARINC 429 transmit channels. Each ARINC 429 receive channel provides simultaneous
dedicated and buffered mode storage, along with label/SDI filtering. Three different methods are provided to buffer received data:
• 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 data.
Features
- Up to eight Rx and four Tx ARINC 429 channels
- High performance, high density interface with large buffers
- Advanced, high-level software API included for Microsoft® Windows® 7 , 8, 8.1, 10, Server 2012 R1/R2, Vista, XP (32-bit/64-bit), VxWorks and
Linux®
- Supports maximum data throughput on all channels simultaneously
- 4-input/output bi-directional discretes supporting avionics-level voltages
- Independent, softwareprogrammable bit rates for all channels
- Error injection/detection
- Support for 2-wire ARINC 573, 575, and 717
- IRIG-B Receiver/Generator standard
Ordering Options
| Manuf. Part No | | Part Description |
| RAR-MPCIE-22 | | ARINC 429 intelligent 1 lane Mini PCI Express Card with 2 Rx, 2 Tx channels, 4 discretes, IRIG-B, ROHS compliant, no cable |
| RAR-MPCIE-42 | | ARINC 429 intelligent 1 lane Mini PCI Express Card with 4 Rx, 2 Tx channels, 4 discretes, IRIG-B, ROHS compliant, no cable |
| RAR-MPCIE-44 | | ARINC 429 intelligent 1 lane Mini PCI Express Card with 4 Rx, 4 Tx channels, 4 discretes, IRIG-B, ROHS compliant, no cable |
| RAR-MPCIE-84 | | ARINC 429 intelligent 1 lane Mini PCI Express Card with 8 Rx, 4 Tx channels, 4 discretes, IRIG-B, ROHS compliant, no cable |
| RAR-MPCIE-73J | | ARINC 429 intelligent 1 lane Mini PCI Express Card with 7 Rx, 3 Tx channels, 1 Rx, 1 Tx ARINC 717 channels, 4 discretes, IRIG-B, ROHS compliant |
| RCONRARMPCIER | | 10” cable with rugged 37 position connector to a 37-pin D-SUB female PC panel mount connector, with D-SUB mating connector, ROHS compliant |
| RCONRARMPCIE | | 110” cable with 50 position slim stack connector to a 37-pin D-SUB female PC panel mount connector, with D-SUB mating connector, ROHS compliant |
| RCONMPCIER | | rugged 37 position connector with 18” flying leads |
Additional Hardware Options
| Manuf. Part No | | Part Description |
| -K suffix | | Acrylic conformal coated |
| -M suffix | | Acrylic coated with rugged high retention I/O connector |
| -R suffix | | Rugged high retention I/O connector |
| -L suffix | | Standard transition cable included |
| -V suffix | | Rugged high retention transition cable included |
| -S suffix | | Acrylic conformal coated and standard transition cable included |
| -X suffix | | Acrylic conformal coated and rugged high retention transition cable included |
| 1155-035-8 | | PCI Express 1 Lane carrier card with 4 Mini PCI Express slots |
Optional Software
| Manuf. Part No | | Part Description |
| CEI-LV | | LabVIEW support for ARINC 429 |
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