Processing Boards for Integrated RF, ADC, DAC, and Signal Processing Systems
High-performance RF, ADC, DAC, and processing boards for real-time signal processing, high-precision direction finding, high-speed data acquisition, wideband signal generation, and custom VPX / FMC / FMC+ integration workflows.
Board-level modules for integrated systems
Hardware board modules for custom signal-processing platforms.
High-performance RF, ADC, DAC, and processing boards for integrated test systems and custom platforms. This family supports real-time signal processing, high-precision direction finding, high-speed data acquisition, and wideband signal generation.
Processing Boards cover VPX, FMC+, FMC, RF/IF processing, ADC acquisition, DAC generation, and direction-finding board roles.
The boards are built for engineering teams that need customizable hardware modules for VPX chassis, FMC/FMC+ mezzanine platforms, FPGA carriers, and system-level integration workflows.
Typical target environments include radar, EW, communications, GNSS, ATE, and integrated test systems where board-level modules need to be matched to the required timing, data transport, RF/IF, ADC, DAC, and algorithm requirements.
FA-series processing board family.
The confirmed public models are FA-B301, FA-B401, FA-B501, and FA-B601. Each board serves a distinct integration role rather than a single-product page identity.
| Model | Board Type | Primary Use | Key Interface / Architecture | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA-B301 | 6U VPX signal processing board | Real-time RF/IF signal processing | 6U VPX, 10G optical fiber, PCIe, LAN, RS422 | Rugged integrated signal-processing platforms |
| FA-B401 | High-precision direction finding board | RTK / differential positioning and direction finding | Multi-constellation GNSS, dual-antenna direction finding | High-accuracy navigation, heading, monitoring, and source direction finding |
| FA-B501 | FMC+ high-speed ADC acquisition card | Wideband RF/IF data acquisition | VITA 57.4 FMC+, 4 ch / 14-bit ADC, JESD204B | Radar, EW, broadband communications, ATE, and capture workflows |
| FA-B601 | FMC high-speed DAC card | Wideband waveform generation and signal synthesis | VITA 57.1 FMC, 2 ch / 16-bit DAC, JESD204B | Radar waveform generation, EW chains, communications, ATE, and playback |
FA-B301
Fully domestic 6U VPX real-time signal processing board for rugged platforms and high-throughput optical connectivity. FA-B301 combines multi-channel RF/IF processing, deterministic control, 10G fiber backhaul, PCIe connectivity, and timing reference inputs for customized algorithms and integrated signal-processing subsystems.
- 6U VPX architecture for rugged embedded signal processing platforms.
- 8-channel RF input covering 1.1-2.5 GHz, divided into L-band and S-band, with bandwidth ≥ 70 MHz.
- 12 channels of 10G optical fiber for high-throughput data transfer.
- Supports PCIe, LAN, RS422, and optical backhaul for system integration.
- Provides forwarding delay, output power, and frequency adjustment for deterministic control.
| Architecture | 6U VPX |
| RF Input | 8 ch / 1.1-2.5 GHz / L-band and S-band |
| Optical Backhaul | 12 × 10G fiber |
| Power / Timing | DC 12 V / 1PPS / 10 MHz / B-code |
FA-B401
Compact, low-power GNSS processing board for high-accuracy RTK positioning and multi-antenna direction finding. FA-B401 supports precision navigation, heading assistance, deformation monitoring, UAV/USV positioning, and authorized navigation security assessment with spoofing signal monitoring and interference source direction finding.
- RTK / differential positioning for centimeter-level high-accuracy applications.
- Dual-antenna direction finding with expansion path to four antennas.
- Supports spoofing signal monitoring and interference source direction finding.
- Up to 10 Hz data update rate with stable PVT and measurement outputs.
- Compact low-power design with customization and integration options.
| RTK Accuracy | H 1.0 cm + 1 ppm |
| Direction Finding | 0.2 deg/m RMS |
| Update Rate | Up to 10 Hz |
| Constellations | BDS / GPS / GLONASS / Galileo |
FA-B501
VITA 57.4 FMC+ high-speed ADC acquisition mezzanine for wideband digitization. FA-B501 provides 4-channel 14-bit sampling with JESD204B data output, flexible sampling configurations, high-performance clock generation, trigger I/O, and external synchronization for radar, EW, broadband communications, ATE, and general-purpose capture workflows.
- 4-channel 14-bit high-speed ADC acquisition for wideband RF/IF capture.
- Selectable sampling rates: 3 GSPS / 2.6 GSPS / 2 GSPS.
- 8 GHz analog input bandwidth with AC coupling and controlled input power.
- JESD204B data interface for high-throughput transport to FPGA carrier platforms.
- Onboard HMC7044 clock generator with trigger I/O and external synchronization input.
| Channels / Resolution | 4 ch / 14-bit |
| Sampling | 3 / 2.6 / 2 GSPS |
| Input Bandwidth | 8 GHz |
| Environment | -40 deg C to +85 deg C |
FA-B601
VITA 57.1 FMC high-speed dual-channel DAC mezzanine for wideband waveform generation and signal synthesis. FA-B601 uses JESD204B high-speed digital transport and ADI DAC devices to support radar waveform generation, EW signal chains, broadband communications signal generation, ATE instrumentation, and repeatable playback workflows.
- Dual-channel 16-bit DAC output for high-speed wideband signal generation.
- DAC sampling rate up to 12.6 GSPS for demanding waveform workflows.
- Complex input data rate up to 3.08 GSPS / 1.54 GSPS.
- JESD204B interface with onboard HMC7044 clock generator.
- Supports external reference clock, trigger I/O, and synchronization for test automation.
| Channels / Resolution | 2 ch / 16-bit |
| DAC Sampling | Up to 12.6 GSPS |
| Input Data Rate | 3.08 / 1.54 GSPS |
| Environment | -40 deg C to +85 deg C |
Select by form factor, conversion role, and system interface.
Processing Boards should be selected by board architecture, RF/IF role, conversion direction, timing requirement, and FPGA carrier or VPX chassis integration path.
FA-B301
6U VPX real-time RF/IF signal processing board for rugged embedded platforms and 10G optical backhaul.
FA-B401
GNSS direction finding and processing board for RTK, heading, multi-antenna navigation, and monitoring workflows.
FA-B501
FMC+ high-speed ADC acquisition card for wideband digitization and JESD204B FPGA carrier transport.
FA-B601
FMC high-speed DAC card for wideband waveform generation, signal synthesis, and repeatable playback workflows.
Board-level building blocks for integrated engineering platforms.
Use these boards when a custom system requires RF/IF processing, data conversion, direction finding, ADC acquisition, DAC generation, or FPGA carrier board integration.
Integrated RF/IF signal processing
Use FA-B301 for real-time signal-processing subsystems and deterministic control.
Custom VPX test systems
Build rugged VPX-based integrated platforms with optical, PCIe, LAN, and timing interfaces.
High-throughput optical data transfer
Use 10G optical backhaul for high-throughput data transfer requirements.
High-precision direction finding
Support heading, multi-antenna navigation, monitoring, and source direction finding workflows.
RTK / heading / multi-antenna navigation
Use FA-B401 where compact high-accuracy positioning and heading are required.
Wideband ADC data capture
Use FA-B501 for wideband RF/IF capture with high-speed JESD204B transport.
Radar and EW signal acquisition
Use ADC and DAC boards in radar, EW, and broadband signal-chain workflows.
DAC waveform generation
Use FA-B601 for high-speed wideband signal generation and synthesis.
ATE instrumentation
Integrate conversion boards into automated test equipment and repeatable lab workflows.
Repeatable waveform playback
Generate repeatable waveform output for verification, demonstration, and regression-style workflows.
FPGA carrier board integration
Integrate FMC/FMC+ boards with FPGA carriers using JESD204B and synchronization interfaces.
Broadband communications workflows
Use ADC/DAC boards for broadband communications acquisition and signal generation chains.
A configuration-first workflow for board-level integration.
Define the system architecture, select the board form factor, confirm signal and data transport requirements, integrate with the platform, configure timing, and validate the signal-processing workflow.
Define Role
Define system architecture and the board role in the integrated platform.
Select Type
Select VPX, FMC+, or FMC board type based on architecture and conversion role.
Confirm I/O
Confirm RF/IF, ADC, DAC, timing, and data transport requirements.
Integrate Platform
Integrate with FPGA carrier, VPX chassis, or custom platform.
Set Timing
Configure synchronization, trigger, and reference timing.
Validate Workflow
Validate signal-processing, acquisition, or waveform-generation workflow.
Confirm the board against the system architecture before selection.
Final board selection should be confirmed against form factor, frequency range, conversion requirements, sample rate, data transport, timing reference, carrier or chassis, operating environment, and algorithm integration needs.
Board Form Factor
Confirm VPX, FMC+, or FMC requirements and compatibility with the target FPGA carrier or VPX chassis.
Signal And Conversion
Confirm RF/IF frequency range, ADC or DAC resolution, sample rate, and input/output signal workflow.
Transport And Timing
Confirm optical, PCIe, JESD204B, timing reference, synchronization, trigger, and algorithm integration requirements.
Need help selecting a processing board for your integrated system?
Send your board form factor, RF/IF frequency range, ADC or DAC requirement, sample rate, timing reference, data transport interface, FPGA carrier or VPX chassis, and system integration objective. Our engineering team can help confirm the appropriate FA-series processing board configuration.