Press
Release
Press
Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
|
| SCANFLEX® platform now includes worlds first JTAG/Boundary Scan controller for LXI |
| Munich/Germany
- At Productronica 2007, GOEPEL electronic, world-class vendor of
JTAG/Boundary Scan solutions compliant with IEEE Std.1149.x, introduces
a new series of specific JTAG/Boundary Scan controllers with LXI
Interface (LAN eXtensions for Instrumentation) as part of the
innovative Boundary Scan hardware platform SCANFLEX®. The new series of SCANFLEX® Boundary Scan Controllers (SFX-Controller) is named SFX/LXI1149-(x) and includes three models for different performance classes. “From our point of view, LXI is one of the most innovative T&M standards for future device integrations due to the rack and stack principle, and has a very high growth potential as LAN successor of the successful GPIB concept”, says Thomas Wenzel, co-founder of GOEPEL electronic managing director of the Boundary Scan Division. “The new series of SCANFLEX Controllers transfers the LXI standard’s performance for JTAG/Boundary Scan applications for the very first time. On this basis, the new solution provides an unrivalled combination of flexibility and throughput for complex tests as well as high-speed in-system programming of Flash and PLD. Again, GOEPEL electronic acts as precursor in converting latest standards and, therefore, ensure our customer’s competitiveness.” After SFX Controllers for PCI, PCIe, PXI, PXIe, USB/LAN and Fire Wire, the new SFX/LXI1149-(x) controller series is the seventh family of SCANFLEX® Controllers – available in three performance classes A, B and C. The models differ in the maximum TCK frequency (20, 50, and 80 MHz, respectively) and in the degree of implementation of the enhanced SPACE™ chip set for high performance scan operations. In contrast to conventional solutions, the integrated FASTSCALE™ technology allows an upgrade of the controller’s performance class “on the fly”, without intricate mounting of additional hardware. Standard features on all SCANFLEX® controllers include ADYCS™ II for signal path delay compensation, and HYSCAN™ for dynamic splitting of serial TAP vectors and parallel I/O vectors. SFX/LXI1149-(x) is a LXI Class-C device and provides a Triple Speed Ethernet-Interface (10/100/1000 Mbit/s). It is compliant with LXI hardware specification 1.1 and can be remote configured via the integrated web browser. In combination with the modular range of additional SCANFLEX® components, LXI based high-performance Boundary Scan systems with up to eight independent TAP can be configured and synchronised with other functional modules. All TAPs provide programmable input and output voltage as well as programmable input and output impedance. Furthermore, resources such as 32 dynamic I/O, two analogue I/O channels, three static I/O, and trigger lines are standard features. The SFX/LXI1149-(x) controller series is fully supported in the industry leading Boundary Scan Software SYSTEM CASCON™ from version 4.4.1 on, and can be integrated into all important software environments by means of preconverted plug-ins. LXI™ (LAN eXtensions for Instrumentation) has been a standard for the open integration of test and measurement devices since September 2005. Continuous development of this standardisation is promoted within the frame of the LXI Consortium. At the time, more than 45 companies are members in this board. GOEPEL electronic joined the LXI Consortium is February 2005. Additional information can be found at www.lxistandard.org. About GOEPEL electronic: GOEPEL electronic, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Jena/Germany, is a worldwide leading vendor of innovative JTAG / Boundary Scan / IEEE 1149.x solutions, offering mature software tools in an integrated development environment, high-performance Boundary Scan controllers and accessories, as well as comprehensive product support and value added services. The company of 130 employees generated a revenue of more than 16 million EURO (about 20 million US Dollars) in 2006, maintaining support and sales offices in Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States. An extended distribution and service network of more than 300 specialists ensures excellent local and on-site customer support for more than 5,000 worldwide system installations. GOEPEL electronic has continuously been ISO9001 certified since 1996 and has been honoured with TOP-JOB and TOP-100 awards for being one of the best medium-sized companies in Germany. GOEPEL electronic’s products won several awards in recent years and are used by the leading companies in telecommunication, automotive, space and avionics, industrial controls, medical technology, and other industries. Further information about the 2004, 2006 and 2007 “Best-in-Test Award” winner can be found on the Internet at www.goepel.com. |
|
Göschwitzer Str. 58/60 07745 Jena/ GERMANY Contact: Stefan Meissner Tel: +49-36 41 68 96-39 Fax: +49-36 41 68 96-44 Email: s.meissner@goepel.com Internet: http://www.goepel.com |