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2 ARINC 818 Development Suite

ARINC 818 Avionics Digital Video Bus is the protocol for

uncompressed digital video used in commercial and military

aerospace applications. Learn more about ARINC 818 by visiting:

www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-made-easy-tools.html

You’ll fi nd free educational resources:

• Implementer’s Guide

• Articles

• Timing calculator

• White papers

• ICD templates

• Sample ICDs and more

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Matrix frame grabber / graphics generator (p. 3) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 to 5 500

Matrix DVI to ARINC 818 converter (p. 3) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 to 5 500

HS SAM stand alone module (p. 5) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 to 4 -

Flyable VCM video converter module (p. 5) 3 3 3

Embedded Board (p. 5) 3 3

Titan 5- to 16-channel system (p. 6) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Callisto 1- to 4-channel system (p. 7) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Europa 1- to 2-channel system (p. 7) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Xf Tuner universal ARINC 818 generator (p. 8) 3 3 3 3

Matrix MultiCard 9-channel GUI (p. 9) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

VPA video and protocol analyzer (p. 9) 3 3 3 3 1 to 5 -

IP Core (p. 10) 3 1 to 12 -

IP Core Evaluation Package (p. 10) 3 1 to 4 -

Pantera 4x4 switch (p. 11) 3 3 3 3 3 1 to 4 -

Techway 10x10 switch (p. 11) 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 to 3 -

GRT Labs virtual engineering team (p. 11) 3 3 3 3 3 3

Products & Services

*Functionality depends on confi guration. Not every product includes all functions.

The ARINC 818 Development Suite from Great River TechnologyWith more experience and more products, GRT is the world leader in ARINC 818 implementations.

New to ARINC 818?

GRT’s Matrix Plus (PCIe8) and Matrix (PCIe4,

XMC) cards can both transmit and receive

ARINC 818 video. Matrix cards are pre-

confi gured for link speeds between 1 Gb/s and

5 Gb/s and specifi c video resolutions, based

Matrix DVI to ARINC 818 converter

The Matrix Plus or Matrix board can be factory confi gured as

a converter for both DVI to ARINC 818 and ARINC 818 to VGA.

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-frame-grabber.html

3ARINC 818 Development Suite

on your ICD. Matrix Plus cards are pre-confi gured for 1 to 14 ICDs.

The cards have a dedicated video (DVI ) output port for viewing full-motion video (received

from fi ber) without loading the PCIe bus. GRT Matrix and Matrix Plus cards also serve as

fl exible graphics generators:

• Load and transmit test patterns and images

• Confi gure container and FC frame headers

• Load real-time video fi les from

StreamPix 6 using GRT player software

Frame grabbers and graphics generators are now available in High-Speed Coax (HSC)

versions (see p. 4).

Fall 2016: A new generation of frame grabber will boost link speeds to 12.75 Gb/s.

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Data-only return path

Matrix card (dual-

fiber configuration)

Channel-bonded path

Matrix Large Area Display (LAD)

A Matrix LAD card can drive left / right links, while a

separate data-only ARINC 818 link feeds back touchscreen

coordinates or other command-and-control data. These and

other innovations by GRT over the years became part of the

ARINC 818-2 specifi cation.

PCIe4

XMC options

Matrix frame grabber / graphics generator

Optical transceiver

DVI

PCIe

Image

memory

Stored

images

Video stream in

Line spy echo out

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VGA

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ARINC 818 over High-Speed Coax (HSC)ARINC 818 HSC leverages changes made in the ARINC 818-2 specifi cation, which

allows a low-speed return path for data. This change was made to accommodate

bi-directional signaling where a high-speed video path and a low-speed data path

are advantageous. ARINC 818 HSC implementations include a high-speed video

path (for example, 3.1875 Gb/s) and a low-speed data path (20 Mb/s) in the opposite

direction over a single coaxial cable. Using common coaxial cable, distances of 50

meters are possible, depending on the link rate and cable quality. ARINC 818 HSC is

ideal for applications where a bi-directional copper interface is required, such as high-

resolution optical or infrared sensors and where the cable must pass through a slip ring.

Matrix Plus PCIe8

with HSC mezzanine

Matrix Plus PCIe8

HSC Pantera 4x1

as a concentrator

Arriving in 2016: ARINC 818 concentrator

High-Speed Coax (HSC) versions

of our Matrix Plus, HS SAM, and

Pantera switch are now available.

Bi-directional, high-speed links over a

coax cable support ARINC 818 speeds

up to 3.1875 Gb/s. That’s expected to

reach 6.375 Gb/s later in 2016 with the

introduction of our Velocity platform.

GRT can also confi gure VPAs with the

HSC option.

Multiple videos

on single channel

to/from splitter

ARINC 818

HSC Pantera

concentrator

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Camera

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Command Status

20 Mb/s

return path

High-speed

video

Common

coaxial cable

A variant of the HSC Pantera combines two to three

ARINC 818 video systems on a single multiplexed link.

Example of bi-directional ARINC 818 over HSC

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HS SAM stand-alone module

The high-speed (HS) SAM Gen II is factory

confi gured for either ARINC 818 to DVI

or DVI to ARINC 818. Both generate

test patterns. In the ARINC 818 to DVI

confi guration, the HS SAM can be used as

a video monitor or line spy.

HS SAM is an essential tool for ARINC

818 testing. A USB interface allows

changing headers and uploading test

patterns. An SDK provides capabilities to

interface the HS SAM in your ATE.

GRT is introducing our High-Speed Coax unit, HSC

SAM, which is capable of connections up to 4.25 Gb/s

(see page 4).

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-stand-alone-module.html

Datasheets and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-vcm.html

The VCM (video converter module) is a fl yable,

rugged version of GRT’s SAM, proven for

years in labs and simulators. Extend the life of

airborne video components by quickly linking

them to ARINC 818 equipment. Conversions

include DVI to ARINC 818, ARINC 818 to DVI,

and custom (such as RS-170 and VGA). The

VCM is matched to your ICD and can be

certifi ed to DO-254, DO-160, MIL-STD 810, and

MIL-STD 461.

VCM with

4-tab brackets

2-channel

Embedded Converter

Flyable VCM and Embedded Boards

This conversion technology is also available in 1-, 2-,

and 3-channel embedded boards designed for aerospace

applications up to DO-254 DAL A.


ARINC 818

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Systems and RecordersGreat River’s proven line of high-performance systems

brings advanced capabilities to simulation labs, engineering

development, factory production—even pilot training and

fl ight testing. Callisto, Titan, and Europa each have several

base confi gurations with extensive options to cover your

program needs. GRT confi gures systems with Matrix Plus

or Matrix cards to match your program ICD. They can also

include an Xf Tuner (p. 8) and/or a VPA (p. 9). Your system

will arrive fully tested and confi gured with Matrix Plus or

Matrix cards, Matrix MultiCard software, and any GPS,

RAID, video, Xf Tuner, VPA, or other cards required by your

application.

Compare

Europa Callisto Titan

Capacity

Cards* 1–2 1–4 1–16

ARINC 818 channels 1–2 1–4 1–16

ARINC 818 recording channels 1–4 1–6

Terabyte storage 1 1–10 10–12

Venues

Cockpit simulation labs a a

Engineering development a a a

Qualifi cation testing a a a

Flight tests a a

Factory production a a

Maintenance and repair a a

Flight simulators/pilot training a

Options (availability depends

on confi guration)

Video capture a a a

Video conversion a a a

Video record/playback a a a

Video playout a a

Video generation a a a

Protocol analysis a a a

Robustness testing a a a

Remote control a a a

Compression a a

Data removal a a

*Total number of Matrix, GPS, RAID, video, and Xf Tuner cards.

Titan 5- to 16-channel system

Titans employ 19-inch rack mounts.

This Titan-01 is confi gured as a multi-

channel recorder with hot-swap drives.

Sample application: cockpit display development

This rack-mounted system works for

factory automated testing (ATE), fl ight

testing, and simulation systems. Three

confi gurations are available:

• Titan 01: Multi-channel recorder

• Titan 02: Test/simulation system

• Titan 03: High-capacity converter

Titan-01 can be ordered to record and

play out one to six ARINC 818 channels

for later analysis.

For factory ATE, Titan-02 can

accommodate multiple ARINC 818 RX

and TX channels to test video sources

and cockpit displays in production.

Titan-03 can be factory confi gured to

start automatically from power-up

without the need for software

interaction. It can also be factory

confi gured to operate remotely.


Titan, Callisto, and Europa datasheets and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-video-recorder.html

Callisto 1- to 4-channel system

Europa 1- to 2-channel system

Compact Europa

Europa’s compact chassis provides convenience and ease

of use for engineering development, fl ight testing, and fi eld

testing of ARINC 818.

The unit is small enough to support lab testing, where it can

easily be moved from one bench top to another. At the same

time it will be rugged enough for fl ight testing.

Users can operate the unit remotely without a keyboard and

mouse using Windows Remote, making the total footprint small

enough to locate it near any ARINC 818 equipment being tested.

Callisto is a medium-sized platform for

engineering development and simulation of

ARINC 818 systems. Each unit provides up to

four channels factory confi gured to specifi c

tasks. Four base models are tailored for your

specifi c engineering needs. Callisto-01,

-03, and -04 are record / playback

systems, distinguished by tower, rack,

and rugged EATX chassis, respectively.

Each includes four 1-terabyte removable

drives and StreamPix 6 recording

software.

Callisto-02 is a test/simulation system

in a tower chassis.

Callisto chassis options (from

left): tower, rack, and rugged.


Xf Tuner universal ARINC 818 generator

The XF Tuner is a universal ARINC 818 video generator that can

create a transmitter to support any interface control document (ICD).

Implement a new ICD in minutes, facilitating ARINC 818 development

and robustness testing.

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-tuner.html

The Xf Tuner’s Error Injection tab provides a way to verify

the robustness of your design when errors are present.

Applications:

• Implementation of ICD

• Display/receiver

development

• Robustness testing

• Qualifi cation testing

• Creation of a library of

ICDs that can be loaded

to the Tuner card

Xf Tuner is available as an

option or upgrade to GRT’s

Titan, Callisto, and Europa

systems.

The Xf Tuner GUI displays a graphic representation

of an ARINC 818 video frame detailing protocol

components, including timing, number of FC frames,

and resolution. Input new parameters and refresh

the graphic at the touch of a button.

Europa confi gured

with Xf Tuner card.


Matrix MultiCard 9-channel GUI

VPA video and protocol analyzer

The VPA is a complete system and an essential tool

for the ARINC 818 designer. It is a PC, card, and

software that captures ARINC 818 video and provides

a complete analysis at multiple levels: byte, FC frame,

video line, and video frame. It also evaluates line and

frame timing. Unlike FC analyzers, the VPA is video-

and ARINC 818–centric.

• Captures 32 megabytes of data

• Customer confi gurable to four

link speeds: 1.0625, 2.125, 3.1874,

and 4.25 Gb/s

• Compatible with ARINC 818

video formats with profi les

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-protocol-analyzer.html

Datasheet at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-video-recorder.html

Matrix MultiCard software for Titan, Callisto, and

Europa systems provides easy control of up to

nine ARINC 818 channels through an intuitive

GUI. It detects all cards on a system, creating

an individual viewport for each. Designate each

card as a transmitter or receiver. MultiCard

simultaneously handles different frame rates and

resolutions. Save and reload confi gurations for

simplifi ed testing.

New for VPA in spring 2016

• HSC interface support (see page 4 for detailed

information about High-Speed Coax)

• Language-confi gurable GUI

New for VPA in fall 2016

• Updated hardware enabling capture and

display of nearly 2 gigabytes raw data.

• Link speeds up to 8.5 Gb/s

• Multi-level complex triggering

• Auto detect for incoming data rate

• Replay of previously captured data

A VPA can stand

alone or be a

component of a

Titan, Callisto, or

Europa system.

ARINC 818 Development Suite10

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-ipcore.html

ARINC 818

serial

loopback

reset_n

Status outputs

Status [15:0]

rx_crc_err

sync_loss_err

rx_8b10b_err

opti_det_out

comma_det_out

sofi_det_out

sofn_det_out

idle_os_det_out

eofn_det_out

eoft_det_out

Reference clocks

clk_p

clk_n

ADVB Frame 0

registers

obj0_addr [15.0]

obj0_we

obj0_data_in [31.0]

A818 transmit

tx_enable

tx_pixel_clk

tx_we

tx_delta_in [31.0]

tx_vsync

tx_hsync(Vframe_done)

tx_rdy

serial_txn

serial_txp

A818 receive

rx_enable

rx_pixel_clk

serial_rxn

serial_rxp

rx_obj0_val

rx_data_val

rx_data out [31.0]ARINC 818

serial

Receiver

status and

detection

interface

Transmit flow

control

PLD receive

interface

Ref clocks

ADVB 0

register

interface

PLD transmit

PLD receive

and clock

a818_xcvr

Accelerate your development time

and quickly implement reliable ARINC

818–compliant interfaces in Xilinx

and Altera PLDs. GRT’s core uses

FPGA serial transceivers to achieve

interfaces up to 12.75 Gb/s. The

core has many fl exible compile-time

settings, allowing for various link

speeds, line segmentations, and line-

synchronization methods. It can be

confi gured for various resolutions and

pixel packing methods. Ancillary data

can use default values set at compile

time, or data can be updated in real

time via a register interface.

IP Core Evaluation Package

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-ipcore-evaluation-packages.html

Evaluation packages are convenient educational tools for familiarization and basic

experimentation with the ARINC 818 protocol. (They are not intended for production

development.) Each package is available with ARINC 818 links at 2.125 or 3.1875 Gb/s.

GRT offers packages—including the development board and FPGA listed—for these

FPGA families:

Xilinx Spartan 6 (SP605)

Xilinx Virtex 6 (ML605)

All packages come with a compatible Matrix PCIe card or HS SAM and a working ISE

reference design for setting up the development confi guration.

IP Core


Pantera and Techway switches

GRT offers ARINC 818 switches: the Pantera 4x4 and

Techway’s 10x10 rugged and rack mounts. Video frames

are never broken or corrupted during switching.

• Link rates of 4.25 Gb/s (Pantera) or 3.1875 Gb/s

(Techway)

• Multicast or broadcast transmission

• Monitoring and control through a common web

browser

Newly available:

• Pantera 4x1 High-Speed Coax (HSC) version (see p. 4)

• SDK software development kit

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-switch.html

GRT Labs virtual engineering team

Save money and development time by utilizing

experts who have applied ARINC 818 to projects for the

largest defense and aerospace companies worldwide:

• Protocol validation testing

• Robustmess testing

• Development and integration services

• IP customization and integration

• Intellectual property development

• Compatibility / interoperability certifi cation

GRT has more experience implementing ARINC 818

than any other company in the world.

Datasheet and more at www.GreatRiverTech.com/arinc-818-switch.html

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Service and Support

Great River Technology prides itself on prompt customer support provided by the same engineers who

design our products. Customers can quickly get help by opening a Customer Support ticket through the

Service and Support menu at www.GreatRiverTech.com.

. . . specializes in high-performance digital video

and data system development for aerospace

and military customers. GRT tools and services

simplify the design and implementation of

system-critical video and data transmission for

cockpit displays, avionics graphics generators,

infrared cameras and sensing, and fl ight

simulators.

GRT customers include design teams,

research labs, production facilities, fl ight-test

aircraft, production aircraft, and maintenance

facilities. GRT offers custom and off-the-shelf

board, box, and system-level products for real-

time, high-speed, and low-latency video links

and data transmission using fi ber and High-

Speed Coax.

Some of GRT’s ARINC 818 customers

North America

Boeing

CAE Canada

CMC

Flight Safety

General Dynamics

Honeywell

L-3 Display Systems

Lockheed Martin

Northrup Grumman

Rockwell Collins

United Technologies

Europe

Airbus GE Aviation

BAE Systems SAAB Avionics

Cassidian Selex Galileo

Curtis-Wright Thales

EADS Zodiac

Asia

CARERI

COMAC

Elbit

Elop

HAL

Kanematsu Aerospace

LIEOE

Realtimewave

Samtel

Savic

South America

Embraer

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