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MM8206A
LIST MODE MEMORY
- High Capacity: 64K Words
- High Density: Single-Width CAMAC Module
- High Speed: Better than 2.5 MHz Read/Write Speed on External Port
- Random/Sequential Access on CAMAC Port
- Sequential Access on External Port
- Simple Memory Cascading on External Port: Up to 1 Mword of Memory
LIST MODE MEMORY FOR SPECTROSCOPY ADCs AND TDCs
The Model MM8206A Dual Port Memory Module provides 64K word memory density
in an economical CAMAC package. This packaging density allows a single CAMAC
crate to hold almost 1.5 megawords of 16-bit memory.
The CAMAC read and write port allows both random and sequential operation
(for block transfers) with the address auto-increment feature. The external
port has sequential access in both read and write modes. The straightforward
structure of the external bus simplifies interfacing of custom data sources
to the convenient CAMAC standard. By simple interconnection, multiple memory
modules can be cascaded to a total of sixteen modules of up to 1 megaword
of memory. In addition, a two-module circular buffer can be configured to
provide a simple CAMAC interface for continuous data sources, since the
LAM generated when one memory module is filled can initiate a readout of
that module, while the second module continues to store data. Other application
include local memory in a crate for the host processor, communications and
data transfer points for multiproces sor CAMAC systems, and convenient source
of data words to interface a control scheme to CAMAC.
Several specific data acquisition and control functions are implemented
by part and preset LeCroy modules in conjunction with the MM8206A.
SPECIFICATIONS
MEMORY
General: Organized as a dual port memory with access by one port at
a time. CAMAC commands determine which port is currently enabled. 64K x
16 bit Dynamic RAM ICs are used. Both the CAMAC and external ports operate
in the auto-refresh mode. However, the external port may be operated in
an access-refresh mode which permits higher access rates.
Speed: The CAMAC port will operate up to the maximum 1 MHz rate.
The external port will operate in auto -refresh mode from DC to > 1.0
MHz and in access-refresh mode from 75 kHz to > 2.5 MHz.
CAMAC PORT
Memory Read Operation: The CAMAC Memory read operation F(2) is buffered
through an output register. This register is loaded at the time of an address
write operation F(18), so the subsequent read operation F(2) reads out data
from that location. In addition, the read operation causes the register
to be updated. Consequently, the address auto-increment mode F(25) allows
sequential access to the memory for block transfers of data. (Note: Such
block transfers require one additional read operation F(2), following an
address write operation F(18). Refer to manual.)
Memory Write Operation: The CAMAC memory write operation F(16) writes
directly into the current memory address. Address auto-increment mode F(25)
provides for sequential access for block transfers.
EXTERNAL PORT
General: The external data bus is on a rear-panel connector, which mates
with Model DC8800 Data Cable. External port is a read or write sequential
port (memory address auto-increment must be enabled). Memory strobe is assumed
to be an external device on the data bus. The external port can be daisy-chained
with other modules to achieve cascading of multiple memory modules. Memory
control is then accomplished by connecting the Cascade Control output of
a module to the External Port Enable input of the next module.
Data Bus Signals:
p; Memory Strobe p; 50 nsec minimum width, TTL level. Strobed a
positive-going edge.
p; R/W-TTL high to read, low to write.
p; Refresh Control TTL low disables internal auto-refresh and enables
access-refresh mode. Refresh control line is ignored when Refresh Enable
side-panel switch is in ON position.
p; Data 16 bidirectional read/write lines. Data is to be established
no later than 50 nsec after the memory strobe for the write mode. Data is
available 550 nsec after memory strobe for reading in the auto-refresh mode
and 220 nsec after memory strobe for reading in the access-refresh mode.
Refresh Mode: The External port may be operated in either auto-refresh
or access refresh modes when Refresh Enable side-panel switch is the OFF
position. The auto-refresh mode allows operation at rates from DC to >
1 MHz. The access-refresh mode accomplishes refresh during read and write
cycles resulting in allowable memory strobe rates of 75 kHz to > 2.5
MHz. Switching between the two modes is controlled by the refresh-control
line. The access refresh mode is only operative if the external port is
in no way disabled. If the port is disabled for any reason, the auto-refresh
mode becomes operative. No memory strobe may occur within 330 nsec of the
begin ning or end of an access-refresh period.
LMW Disable: Module may be configured (Cascade side-panel switch)
to disable the external port when memory is full. The external port is then
subsequently re-enabled by a positive-going TTL edge at the External Port
Enable input or by enabling the external port from CAMAC F(11).
PORT ENABLE LEDs
CAMAC: Lights when CAMAC port is enabled.
External: Lights when external port is enabled. Note that either
front-panel disable of LMW Disable will extin guish the LED.
COAXIAL CONNECTORS
External Port Enable (Input): TTL low level disables external port.
Open input or TTL high level enables exter nal port if external port has
been enabled from CAMAC F(11) and if LMW Disable is not active. Transition
from low to high at this input resets LMW Disable status; > 8 mA source
current.
LMW (Output): TTL pulse, 500 nsec width, generated when memory is
full. Drives 50 ohm.
Cascade Control (Output): TTL level, drives 50 ohm. Transition from
low to high occurs when last memory word is addressed or under CAMAC Command
F(27). High-to-low transition occurs when External Port Enable re ceives
positive-going TTL edge, or when External port is enabled, F(11) Output
is intended to permit cascading of memory
modules at the external port by connecting this output to the External Port
Enable input or the next module.
GENERAL
Cascade Switch: Side-panel switch set to ON causes external port to
be disabled after last memory word has been accessed. Otherwise, subsequent
external port memory operations access sequential memory addresses within
the module beginning at zero. LNW Disable status is reset (port enabled)
by a memory configuration of multiple modules. See manual.
Refresh Enable Switch: In the ON position, this switch allows only
auto-refresh mode. The OFF position causes the refresh-control line of external
port to determine refresh mode when external port is active.
External Port Clock Termination Switch: ON position terminates external
port clock line in 100 ohm for im proved performance for longer bus lines.
For cascaded memory modules, only the last module should be termi nated.
Packaging: IEEE Std. 583-1975. RF-shielded, single-width CAMAC module.
Power Requirements: 500 mA at +6 V plus 50 (60) mA per bit word size
for 16K word (64K word) version.
CAMAC COMMANDS
CAMAC COMMANDS
L: A LAM is generated when last memory word is accessed, if previously
enabled by F(26)·A(0).
X: An X = 1 response is generated for any valid code.
Q: A Q = 1 response is generated in response to F(2). F(2), F(16),
and F(18) operations if CAMAC port is enabled and to F(8) if LAM is set.
Otherwise, Q = 0.
Z: INITIALIZE clears and disables LAM, and enables CAMAC port and
address auto increment.
CAMAC FUNCTION CODES
F(0)·A(0): Read memory address register on lines R1-R16.
F(2)·A(0): Read data from memory at the address register. If
auto increment is enabled the address register will be subsequently incremented.
Data buffered through Data Output Register.
F(8)·A(0): Test LAM. Q = 1 if LAM is set.
F(9)·A(0): Clear module. Sets memory address to zero, clears
and disables LAM, and enables CAMAC port and address auto increment.
F(10)·A(0): Clear LAM.
F(11)·A(0): Enable external port.
F(16)·A(0): Write data to memory at the address in the address
register. If auto increment is enabled, the address register will be subsequently
incremented.
F(17)·A(0): Disable address auto increment.
F(18)·A(0): Load memory address register from CAMAC lines W1-W16.
F(19)·A(0): Disable external port.
F(24)·A(0): Disable LAM.
F(25)·A(0): Enable address auto increment.
F(26)·A(0): Enable LAM.
F(27)·A(0): Set Cascade Control output to high state.
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