TELEMETRIX 500 IP TDC MUX/DEMUX EXPANSION CHASSIS (T500MX-XC)
OVERVIEW
 The RT Logic Telemetrix® 500 Internet Protocol (IP) Time-Data Correlation (TDC) Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Expansion Chassis (T500MX-XC) captures, packetizes, and transports multiple channels of real-time data and associated Inter-Range Instrumentation Group (IRIG) time between locations linked by commercial IP-based networks, while maintaining very low latency, rigid TDC, and signal integrity. Each channel is independently routable via the Wide Area Network (WAN) to one or many destinations.

The T500MX-XC’s built-in expansion includes capabilities for recording, Command and Telemetry (C&T) processing, protocol gateway, digital signal rates from 0 to 520 Mbps, analog signals up to 20 MHz in bandwidth, 10 Gig Ethernet, and Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM).
IMPLEMENTATION
 The T500MX-XC has two major components: an industry-standard Dell PowerEdge R200 server platform and the high-density Input/Output (I/O) Chassis. This simple but powerful combination of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) servers and ultra-reliable I/O hardware is unmatched in the industry.

T500MX-XC products use standard, open COTS servers to host the RT Logic application software and interface cards. Obsolescence issues are eliminated due to the wide variety of available industry-standard servers. By default, enterpriseclass Dell servers are used due to wide selection, outstanding performance, extensive service and repair network, and high reliability. RT Logic customers have the option to select other server platforms to better fit existing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) strategies. Benefits realized by using an industry standard server platform include the following:
  • Leverages Rapid Advancement In The Server/Storage Industry, High Performance At Low Cost
  • Non-Proprietary Platform Utilizes Standard Linux Operating System (OS) And Open File System, Providing Ideal Network-Centric Platform For Data Accessibility Using Native Industry-Standards
  • Wide Availability Of Commodity Components To Extend Features And Performance
FEATURES
Up To 6 Chassis Per Server

Settable, Deterministic Latency

Very Low Latency Contribution

One-To-Many Reliable Data Distribution

Transports IRIG Along With Telemetry

Very Low Stream-To-Stream Skew

Rate Buffering, Network Latency Resolution

Supports Configuration And Control On-The-Fly For Each Stream

Factors Out Source Jitter

 Hot-Swappable LRUs

IP Over Ethernet And ATM

Provides Ultra-Reliable Network Delivery Using A Hot Backup Server

Control And Status Via Standard Web Browsers

Many Signal Processing Options
- Clock Recovery, BER, Reed-Solomon, CRC

Automatic WAN Fault Detection And Recovery

Optional Data Recording And Playback

Dell Supports Security Hardened OS
SYSTEM
ARCHITECTURE


MODULAR, DIGITAL DESIGN
 The Dell PowerEdge R200 server is a high-density, high-performance, enterprise-class server. Servers are connected in a dual redundant configuration. For sparing purposes, each server is treated as a Line Replaceable Unit (LRU). Minimal I/O connections and tool-less mounting hardware reduce the demonstrated Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) to less than 30 minutes.

The T500MX-XC I/O Chassis is a 2U rack-mountable unit with integrated dualredundant, hot-swappable power supplies, status display, and I/O panel. Its design maximizes I/O ports in a low-profile package. An integrated passive I/O panel (no active components) converts internal high-density connections into DB-25/BNC connections, eliminating the need for port adapters. All port interface circuitry is contained on a single card within the chassis.

The hot-swappable, high-density, high-reliability T500MX-XC-HOST card installed in the I/O chassis provides 16 serial I/O ports, 8 IRIG-B ports, and 2 master timing ports. Card features include:

  • 16 Full-Duplex Software Selectable Multiprotocol Serial Ports
  • 8 IRIG B Ports Individually Configurable As Input Or Output
  • Hot-Swappable With Health Monitoring Circuitry
  • High-Reliability Design With Dual Redundant Interfaces To Support Ultra-Reliable Network Delivery
  • Embedded Processor For Real-Time Data Flow (No OS)
  • Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Based Design
  • Flexibility To Add New Features Or Implement Fixes Via Field Software Updates
  • Removable Non-Volatile Memory For Ease Of Maintenance Logistics
  • Port I/O Protected Against Overvoltage And Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
SPECS
Performance
  • <15 ms End-To-End Latency Contribution
  • <5 µs Time-Data Correlation
Inputs/Outputs
  • Up To 12.5 Mbps Per Telemetry Stream
  • TTL, RS-422, LVDS, ECL, LEPECL, RS-232, EIA-530, Ternary
  • IRIG A, B, G
  • >1 Gbps System Aggregate
 12 Channels Per Rack Unit

Control And Monitoring
  • Web-Browsable GUI
  • GEMS/TCP/SNMP Device Control API
Power (Typical)
  • 110/220 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 700 W
Dell Server Specifications
  • Environmental: 10 °C To 35 °C
  • Regulatory: FCC, CE