Power Distribution
Main power distribution network
The main power distribution network delivers power to all the on-board electronic devices including FPGA, memory chips, I/O drivers and receivers.
The network is fed by the Host PC motherboard through the +3.3 V and the +12 V power rails of the PCI Express slot connector. Protection fuses inserted at the input side of each power rail prevent potential fire hazards.
The board status LED reflects the global status of all the power converters of the main distribution network.
See also: Main Power Input Requirements
Auxiliary power distribution network
The auxiliary power distribution network delivers power to the external devices including:
| ● | Camera Link cameras using the PoCL capability available on all Camera Link Host connectors |
| ● | System devices using the +12 V power output available on all I/O connectors |
See also: Auxiliary Power Input, I/O Power Output and
| ● | The fuses are not serviceable! When blown, the card must be returned to the factory. |
| ● | PTCs and electronic fuses are self-resettable fuses. |
The card can be operated without applying power to the auxiliary power distribution network.
The card can be operated without applying power to the auxiliary power distribution network.