SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Altera
Corporation (Nasdaq: ALTR) today announced the availability of
non-volatile MAX® 10 FPGAs, Altera's latest addition to its
Generation 10 portfolio. Using TSMC's 55 nm embedded flash process
technology, MAX 10 FPGAs revolutionize non-volatile FPGAs by
delivering dual-configuration flash, analog and embedded processing
capabilities in a small-form-factor, low-cost, instant-on
programmable logic device. MAX 10 FPGAs are shipping today and are
supported by a broad collection of design solutions that accelerate
system development, including Quartus® II software, evaluation
kits, design examples, design services through the Altera Design
Services Network (DSN), documentation and training. More
information can be found at www.altera.com/max10_pr.
"We are very excited about the introduction of Altera's new MAX
10 FPGAs," said Katsuhiko
Yanagisawa, manager, controller development group, Fuji
Xerox Co., Ltd . "These devices offer us a higher level of
integration, including ADCs and flash memory with
dual-configuration capabilities, required for system management and
companion chip functions. These features enable Fuji Xerox to
reduce board component count and system cost for our multi-function
printers."
MAX 10 FPGAs provide greater system value to users by reducing
overall bill-of-material costs while increasing board reliability.
The highly integrated, non-volatile FPGAs provide up to 50 percent
board area savings compared to other low-cost FPGAs by integrating
into a single chip the following key features:
- Up to 50K logic elements
- Flash memory blocks (user flash and dual-configuration
flash)
- Analog-to-digital converters
- Embedded memory and DSP blocks
- DDR3 external memory interfaces
- Embedded processing with soft-core Nios® II processors
- Up to 500 user I/O
- Integrated power regulator
These key features provide higher system-level value to
customers by enabling MAX 10 FPGAs to perform several important
system functions, such as an instant-on configuration, fail-safe
upgrades, system monitoring and system control.
Instant-on Architecture for System Bring-up
MAX 10 FPGAs configure in less than 10 ms (milliseconds) using
on-die flash memory. For system management applications, instant-on
allows MAX 10 FPGAs to be the first usable device on a system board
and control the bring-up of other board components. In data path
applications, instant-on allows MAX 10 FPGAs to provide responsive
user interaction when powered on.
Dual Configuration for Fail-safe Upgrades
The on-die flash storage integrated in MAX 10 FPGAs supports
dual configuration, allowing two FPGA designs in a single chip. The
dual-configuration capability enables the device to perform
fail-safe upgrades, whereby one flash block is designated for
upgrade images while the other block is reserved for a "safe"
factory image. This capability enables deployment of systems more
quickly, reduces maintenance cost and provides longer operating
life.
Analog Blocks for System Monitoring
The analog blocks integrated with MAX 10 FPGAs include ADCs and
temperature sensing diodes. The integrated analog functionality
allows MAX 10 FPGAs to be used in applications that require system
monitoring, such as temperature control and touch-panel
human-machine interface control. Integrated analog blocks reduce
board complexity, lower latency and deliver more flexible
sample-sequencing, including 2-channel simultaneous sampling.
Embedded Processing For System Control
MAX 10 FPGAs support the integration of Altera's soft core Nios
II embedded processors, providing embedded developers a
single-chip, fully configurable, instant-on processor subsystem.
Nios II embedded processors integrated in a MAX 10 FPGA allow the
device to be used to efficiently manage complex control
systems.
Targeting a Broad Range of Applications
MAX 10 FPGAs provide system-level value to many end markets. The
device's integrated functions combined with small package options
(as small as 3 mm x 3 mm) make MAX 10 FPGAs an effective solution
for space-constrained systems, such as automotive and industrial
applications. In advanced communications, compute and storage
applications, MAX 10 FPGAs can efficiently manage complex control
functions, while performing system configuration, interface
bridging, power sequencing and I/O expansion.
"MAX 10 FPGAs address a broad market need to save space, cost
and power by integrating more capabilities into a single device,"
said Patrick Dorsey, senior director
of product marketing at Altera. "Hundreds of customers in the early
access program have already realized the benefits of combining
embedded flash technology with programmable logic, analog, DSP and
microprocessor capabilities and now all customers have access to
MAX 10 devices, boards, IP and software."
Altera's Enpirion® Power Solutions Enhance the System Value
of MAX 10 FPGAs
The total system value MAX 10 FPGAs offer in the areas of
integration and package size are greatly enhanced when used
alongside Altera's Enpirion power devices. Enpirion power products
are highly integrated solutions that simplify board design and
reduce BOM (bill-of-material) costs. Altera provides fully
validated Enpirion power reference designs optimized for use with
MAX 10 FPGAs, lowering design risk and simplifying board
design.
Availability
MAX 10 FPGAs are available today. MAX 10 FPGAs are offered in
commercial, industrial and automotive (AEC-Q100) temperature
grades. Customers can kick start their MAX 10 project by purchasing
evaluation kits, downloading design examples, reading product
documentation and downloading free MAX 10 FPGA development
software, all available on Altera's website. MAX 10 FPGA evaluation
kits are available today for as low as $30. For additional information, visit
www.altera.com/max10_pr.
About Altera
Altera® programmable solutions enable designers of electronic
systems to rapidly and cost effectively innovate, differentiate and
win in their markets. Altera offers FPGAs, SoCs, CPLDs and
complementary technologies, such as power management, to
provide high-value solutions to customers worldwide.
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