Astronics / EADS / Talon Instruments 10240 BE-64 Interconnect Module

The Astronics/EADS/Talon Instruments 10240 BE-64 Interconnect Module is a VXI card component that provides signal routing and interconnect capabilities within the BE-64 Bus Emulator/Word Generator system. Operating as either a logic recorder or word generator, the module supports dual I/O configurations: 64 channels × 32 Kbits/channel at 25 MHz, or 32 channels × 64 Kbits/channel at 50 MHz. The interconnect module enables reliable digital signal routing for complex test and troubleshooting applications. ## Technical Specifications Architecture & Form Factor • C-size VXI card • Part of BE-64 Bus Emulator/Word Generator system • SCPI command set support I/O Configuration Options • 64 I/O channels × 32 Kbits/channel at 25 MHz data rates • 32 I/O channels × 64 Kbits/channel at 50 MHz data rates • Tristate output control • Maximum 64 channels × 32 Kbits/channel recording capacity (logic recorder mode) Memory & Sequencing • Software-allocated memory tables • Up to 32K tables definable • Table length programmable from 1 word to 32K words • Loop capability from 1 to 64K iterations per table, or continuous mode • Each table selectable for input or output operation ## Key Features • Transmit/receive capability: 64 channels × 32 Kbits per channel up to 25 MHz • Programmable sense signals • Dual-mode operation: word generator and logic recorder • Supports simulation of over 1000 different digital interfaces • Microprocessor bus structured interface emulation • Digital interface range: serial T2 communication through high-speed VME bus protocols ## Typical Applications • Digital bus emulation and troubleshooting • Logic recording and waveform capture • Microprocessor bus interface simulation • Multi-protocol digital interface testing (serial to VME-class speeds) ## Compatibility & Integration The BE-64 interconnect module integrates with VXIbus systems and operates within the broader BE-64 ecosystem for comprehensive digital test solutions.