Kratos / Integral Systems / Avtec Systems FSI02 High Speed Telemetry Interface VME Module

The FSI02 is a high-speed telemetry interface VME module engineered for real-time data acquisition and processing in aerospace, defense, and satellite communication systems. Built on Motorola MC68340 architecture with integrated DMA, it delivers solid telemetry signal conditioning and front-end processing for demanding applications.

Technical Specifications

Processor: Motorola MC68340 with integrated DMA, 16.6 MHz

Data Buffer: 4 MBytes Dual Access DRAM

VMEbus Interface: 32-bit Master/Slave VIC/VAC interface with block mode transfer capability

Serial I/O: 10 Mbps bidirectional port

Data Format Control: Programmable 64-bit sync pattern and mask, word size, and frame length

Key Features

Real-time telemetry data processing with minimal latency

4 MBytes onboard buffering for sustained high-rate acquisitions

Block mode VMEbus transfers optimize host system bandwidth utilization

Programmable sync pattern recognition handles multiple telemetry formats

10 Mbps serial link accommodates TDM and packetized telemetry streams

Typical Applications

TDM telemetry decommutation

NASCOM satellite ground station interfaces

Telemetry gateway bridging to local and wide area networks

Operations control center front-end processing

Satellite test and simulation systems

Compatibility & Integration The FSI02 integrates directly into VME-based systems via standard 32-bit Master/Slave VMEbus architecture. Block transfer capability enables efficient data movement between the module and host memory, reducing CPU overhead in high-throughput telemetry environments.