GaGe provides several eXpert FPGA processing firmware options for use with CompuScope Digitizers. All standard default CompuScope Digitizer model configurations can store raw acquired waveform data to onboard sample memory and then transfer them quickly to the user for analysis, display and/or storage. The addition of optional eXpert FPGA processing firmware features allow for some signal processing analysis, or other specific functionality, to be performed on the digitizer hardware itself within its onboard Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA). |
There are three primary advantages to the processing of waveform data using an eXpert firmware option.
- Data can be processed at full sampling rate speeds, where data rates may exceed what can be sustained for streaming over the PCIe bus to other targeted processing devices.
- Onboard processing may provide data reduction that reduces the data transfer traffic on the host bus and allow for a greater raw data acquisition sampling rate.
- Processing data onboard the digitizer hardware reduces the data processing load on the host computer, allowing the host PC to handle other tasks in parallel.
eXpert FPGA feature packages are loaded from an onboard flash memory module on the CompuScope Digitizer and are designed to be transparent to the standard digitizer drivers for Windows/Linux. Only one eXpert FPGA feature can be utilized at a time. eXpert FPGA feature packages can be purchased at any time and can be implemented on CompuScope Digitizers already in use in the field by existing customers without requiring the digitizer to be returned to GaGe for reprogramming. GaGe can also develop customized firmware (e.g. DDC, FIR Filtering, Peak Detect, etc.) to meet specific customer application requirements. Please contact us with a summarized listing of application requirements to evaluate for design feasibility. Pricing for customized FPGA development is highly dependent on the scope of the project work and on expected product volume.
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PCIe Data Streaming Allows for data streaming mode of acquired data directly through the PCIe interface to the host PC RAM and on to targeted host based CPU or dedicated processing cards for analysis and/or to high-speed storage systems for real-time signal recordings. | • | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
Signal Averaging Allows for detection of very small repetitive signals in a noisy environment. Using rapid signal averaging, small signals can be extracted from a background of high amplitude noise, which may even be larger than the actual signal itself. | • | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
Optical Coherence Tomography Supports variable rate k-clocking or inactive external clock by simultaneously digitizing the interferometer signal with the returned optical signal for use with OCT applications. | • | |||||||
Fast Fourier Transform Allows 8192 point FFT calculation analysis directly on the digitizer and transfer of multiple Fourier Spectra to the host PC in a single PCIe transfer. | • | • |
PCI Express (PCIe) CompuScope Digitizers
Discover the power and efficiency of our PCI Express (PCIe) CompuScope Digitizers, designed to meet your high-speed data acquisition needs. These digitizers are powered by the eXpert PCIe Data Streaming Firmware, a revolutionary feature that redefines the way you acquire and process waveform data. Unlike traditional Memory Mode operations, our Streaming Mode overcomes the limitations of onboard digitizer memory size, thereby eliminating acquisition time constraints. This means you can gather significantly larger volumes of data without worrying about memory capacity.
The Streaming Mode also allows for real-time access to the acquired waveform data, even before the completion of the acquisition process. This simultaneous acquisition and streaming capability dramatically increases your workflow efficiency by enabling immediate signal processing analysis or direct transfer of data to high-speed storage systems. Learn more about our PCI Express (PCIe) CompuScope Digitizers here.
eXpert Signal Averaging Firmware
Uncover the superior capabilities of our eXpert Signal Averaging Firmware, a solution engineered to enhance the accuracy of noisy, repetitive signals. This advanced firmware is designed to discern small repetitive signals within a noisy environment, a feature that is particularly beneficial in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics. With the ability to conduct signal averaging at a rate exceeding 100,000 waveforms per second and manage maximum waveform lengths up to 131,072 samples, our firmware delivers unparalleled performance.
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eXpert FFT Firmware
The beauty of our eXpert FFT Firmware lies in its benefits. It significantly reduces the load on your host system CPU by taking over FFT calculations, which leads to improved system performance. This allows you to conduct complex FFT analysis without the fear of slowing down your PC. Further enhancing its functionality, our firmware supports standard and customized time domain windowing, giving you the flexibility to fine-tune your FFT analysis for specific applications. It also increases data acquisition efficiency by downloading multiple FFT spectra in a single PCIe transfer. Our eXpert FFT Firmware amplifies the capabilities of your GaGe CompuScope Digitizers, enabling you to perform high-speed FFT analysis directly on the digitizer’s FPGA.
eXpert OCT Firmware
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that provides high-resolution, three-dimensional images of biological tissues by analyzing the light reflected off them. Our eXpert OCT Firmware takes OCT to the next level by improving the capabilities of GaGe high-speed digitizers, thereby providing more accurate and detailed imaging.
The eXpert OCT Firmware enables simultaneous digitization of the interferometer signal and the returned optical signal, which is critical for OCT applications. It also supports variable-rate k-clocking or inactive external clock, which opens up new possibilities for flexible and efficient data acquisition.
With applications in fields such as ophthalmology, cardiology, and dermatology, OCT has revolutionized medical imaging. By leveraging the power of our eXpert OCT Firmware and GaGe high-speed digitizers, you can harness the full potential of OCT for precise and detailed imaging.
Look to GaGe for Expert FPGA DSP Processing Firmware Options
The need for efficient and accurate data acquisition and processing is ever-growing. At GaGe, we combat this by providing top-tier FPGA DSP firmware and digitizers. Our solutions are designed to meet your current needs and anticipate and adapt to the future of our industry. If you want to work with a leading innovator, you can’t do much better than GaGe. Speak with us today to learn more about our fantastic slate of products.