Kasli is an FPGA-based ARTIQ controller designed to interface with up to 12 Eurocard Extension Modules (EEMs). Built on the AMD Artix-7 FPGA, it offers an optimal balance between cost and computational power. Equipped with specialized clocking circuitry, Kasli can function as both an ARTIQ master or satellite, providing 3 downstream connections in either mode. The reference clock can be sourced from either the on-board oscillator or an external clock source. For external connectivity, Kasli features 4 SFP sockets, supporting a range of options such as an RJ45 adapter for Ethernet connections or a PCIe x4 link for data-intensive applications (note: PCIe support is not available in ARTIQ).
Main features
- 12 EEM peripheral slots
- AMD Artix-7 FPGA
- 512 MB DDR3 SDRAM
- SPI Flash for FPGA configuration
- Clocking circuitry for DRTIO / WR with external reference input
- 4 MMCX clock outputs for internal connectivity to EEM peripherals
- 4 SFP connectors for Ethernet, DRTIO and other data links
- MicroUSB for flashing and debugging
Software support
- ARTIQ – full support for all onboard features.
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