Rugged XMC Video Frame Grabber Can Be Customized

The XMC-270, a rugged, high-resolution frame grabber and video capture XMC (VITA 42.3) card, delivers high-resolution analog and digital video capture functionality and advanced serial connectivity. A built-in PCI Express core provides high-performance video and image storage. Extra functionality and customizability comes in the form of a Xilinx Virtex-5 FPGA. The XMC-270 simplifies and speeds the integration of high-end image and video-capture functionality into embedded COTS systems designed for use in harsh environments. Available in both air- and conduction-cooled versions, the XMC-270 supports high-resolution digital and analog video formats. It provides a comprehensive range of video-capture features including full frame rate, reduced frame rate (user programmable), and snap shot. The XMC-270 is well suited for use in reconnaissance, surveillance, and video storage and retrieval applications. Software support includes a comprehensive capture driver which enables a system designer to control and fully utilize the card’s hardware capabilities. Pricing for the XMC-270 begins at $5683. CURTISS-WRIGHT EMBEDDED COMPUTING, Charlotte, NC. (613) 254-5112.