The WOLF XMC-DEV-IO (WOLF-30D0) provides a bench-top development environment for compatible WOLF XMC VPU and XMC FGX modules. Installed XMC modules communicate with a host computer through a standard PCIe slot using a PCIe x8 interface, allowing developers to evaluate hardware and software using a conventional workstation.
The carrier board exposes multiple video interfaces that support capture, processing and display workflows while providing access to the connectors required during system integration and validation.
Multi-Format Video Connectivity
The XMC Development Carrier Board provides comprehensive video connectivity to support a wide range of development and testing scenarios.
Available interfaces include:
- Up to four SDI inputs
- Up to four SDI outputs
- Four CVBS inputs
- Two analogue video inputs
- Two analogue video outputs
- DisplayPort input
- DisplayPort outputs*
- DVI-I output*
*DisplayPort outputs and DVI-I connectivity are provided for compatible VPU module configurations.
This combination of digital and analogue interfaces enables engineers to validate multiple video sources and outputs while developing applications for supported XMC modules.
PCIe Development Platform
The WOLF-30D0 connects directly to a host PC through a PCIe x8 interface using a standard x16 PCIe edge connector. This allows the installed XMC module to operate as part of a conventional development workstation without requiring a dedicated embedded platform.
The PCIe interface provides a straightforward development environment for software bring-up, application debugging and end-to-end signal verification.
Development Features Designed for Faster Integration
The board is designed to simplify laboratory evaluation by providing direct access to commonly used interfaces and development conveniences.
These include:
- Auxiliary power connection
- Selectable 5 V / 12 V VPWR switch
- External connector access for video interfaces
- Standard PCIe host connectivity
Together, these features reduce integration complexity and allow developers to focus on application development rather than custom carrier hardware.
Key Features
- Compatible with WOLF XMC VPU modules
- Compatible with WOLF XMC FGX modules
- Bench-top XMC development carrier
- PCIe x8 host interface
- Standard PCIe x16 edge connector
- Up to four SDI inputs
- Up to four SDI outputs
- Four CVBS inputs
- Two analogue inputs
- Two analogue outputs
- DisplayPort input
- DisplayPort outputs for supported VPU configurations
- DVI-I output for supported VPU configurations
- Auxiliary power connector
- Selectable 5 V / 12 V VPWR
- Designed for software development, signal validation and hardware integration
Typical Applications
The WOLF-30D0 is suitable for engineers developing or evaluating systems based on compatible WOLF XMC modules, including:
- Video processing software development
- Frame grabber evaluation
- Signal validation
- Hardware integration
- Prototype development
- Laboratory testing
- PCIe-based XMC module evaluation
- Multi-format video interface verification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WOLF-30D0 used for?
The WOLF-30D0 is an XMC Development Carrier Board that allows WOLF XMC VPU and XMC FGX modules to be evaluated and integrated using a standard PCIe host computer.
Which video interfaces are available?
The carrier board provides SDI, CVBS, analogue video and DisplayPort connectivity, with DisplayPort outputs and DVI-I available when using compatible VPU module configurations.
How does the board connect to a development workstation?
The mounted XMC module is accessed through a PCIe x8 interface via a standard PCIe x16 edge connector, allowing the board to operate within a conventional desktop workstation.
Local Support from Metromatics
Metromatics supplies advanced video processing and XMC computing solutions throughout Australia and New Zealand. Our engineers can assist with selecting compatible WOLF XMC modules, development hardware and integration solutions to support your application.
Contact Metromatics
Looking for an XMC development platform or want to test WOLF video processing hardware?
Contact the Metromatics team to discuss WOLF XMC modules, development carriers and video processing solutions for your project.
