Texas Instruments PCI1410APGE

Overview

The PCI1410APGE from Texas Instruments is a PCI-to-PC Card bridge controller supporting both 16-bit PC Card and 32-bit CardBus sockets, compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev 2.2 and PC Card Standard Release 5.0. It operates at 33 MHz PCI clock, supports 3.3 V/5 V card power, integrates ExCA-compatible register set, and enables distributed DMA for high-throughput peripheral expansion in notebook/desktop systems.

For engineers reviewing the PCI1410APGE datasheet, PCI1410APGE pinout, PCI1410APGE application, or PCI1410APGE equivalent, this device serves as a full-featured, single-socket host controller for legacy and CardBus peripherals-requiring precise timing alignment, ExCA register mapping, and dual-voltage power-switch interface design.

Technical Context

The PCI1410APGE implements a PCI-to-CardBus bridge with integrated ExCA (PCMCIA Executive) compatibility layer, enabling direct software control of socket power, card detection, and interrupt routing without external glue logic. Its architecture includes dedicated registers for CardBus bus number assignment, memory/I/O window configuration, and distributed DMA channel management.

It supports PCI master/slave operation, programmable interrupt subsystem (IRQSER, parallel IRQ, SMI), PCI Power Management (D0–D3hot), ACPI 1.0 compliance, and internal ring oscillator for card insertion timing. The device uses a 208-pin PGE package with defined signal mapping for PCI address/data, CardBus interface, and PC Card control lines.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

PCI1410APGE is housed in a 208-pin PQFP (PGE) package with 0.65 mm lead pitch, optimized for surface-mount assembly and thermal dissipation in space-constrained host systems. Pin assignments are fully documented per TI SCPS057 Data Manual Figures 2–2 and 2–4, and Tables 2–2 (PGE-specific signal mapping) and 2–6 through 2–16 (power, PCI, PC Card, and multifunction terminals).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PCI-to-PC Card bridge applications.

Compared with PCI9050, PCI1410APGE delivers full ExCA integration and dual-voltage power control out-of-box, reducing design cycle time by ~12 weeks. Versus PCI1420APGE, it offers proven qualification for cost-sensitive notebook platforms but lacks PCI-X and dual-socket capability.

Availability

PCI1410APGE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for mobile computing, industrial embedded, and medical imaging applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and full documentation traceability.

Supply support for PCI1410APGE includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader focused on analog, embedded processing, and connectivity technologies, serving automotive, industrial, and communications markets since 1930.

The PCI1410APGE belongs to TI's PC Card Solutions product line, designed specifically to simplify PCI-based host integration of PCMCIA/PC Card peripherals while maintaining full standards compliance and driver interoperability.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the PCI1410APGE?

PCI1410APGE is a PCI-to-PC Card bridge controller that enables a host system to interface with both 16-bit PC Cards and 32-bit CardBus peripherals. It implements the full ExCA register set, supports distributed DMA, dual-voltage power switching via TPS2211, and complies with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev 2.2 and PC Card Standard Release 5.0. The PCI1410APGE handles card detection, voltage sensing, interrupt routing, and timing-critical operations like zoomed-video support without external logic.

Does PCI1410APGE support both 3.3 V and 5 V PC Cards?

Yes, PCI1410APGE supports both 3.3 V and 5 V CardBus cards through its integrated power-switch interface, which drives the TPS2211 external power switch IC. It monitors VS1#/VS2# inputs to auto-detect card voltage and sequences power enable/disable per PC Card Standard timing requirements. For 16-bit PC Cards, only 5 V operation is supported, as defined in the specification. The PCI1410APGE enforces strict voltage verification before asserting PWR_EN# to prevent damage.

How does PCI1410APGE handle interrupt generation for PC Card events?

PCI1410APGE provides three interrupt outputs: parallel IRQ (INTA#), serialized IRQSER, and SMI#. It supports functional interrupts (e.g., card insertion, ready, write-protect change) and status-change interrupts via ExCA-compatible registers. Masks and flags are programmable per event in the Interrupt Mask/Flag Registers (Section 3.7.2). The PCI1410APGE routes these to the host CPU or southbridge while maintaining compatibility with Windows PCMCIA and Linux pcmcia-cs drivers. All interrupt sources are latched and readable via General-Purpose Event Status Register.

Is PCI1410APGE pin-compatible with other TI PCI-to-PC Card controllers?

No, PCI1410APGE is not pin-compatible with earlier TI devices such as PCI1225 or later PCI1420. While all use 208-pin PGE packages, signal assignments differ significantly-especially for CardBus interface lines, ExCA register access paths, and distributed DMA control. Table 2–2 in the SCPS057 manual confirms unique PGE pin mapping for PCI1410APGE. Migration to PCI1420APGE requires PCB redesign due to added pins for second socket and PCI-X enhancements. The PCI1410APGE footprint is specific to its signal set and timing constraints.

What documentation is required to implement PCI1410APGE in a new design?

To implement PCI1410APGE, engineers must reference the official TI Data Manual SCPS057 (2000), which contains complete electrical characteristics (Section 8), mechanical drawings (Section 9), terminal descriptions (Section 2), register-level programming model (Sections 4–7), and timing diagrams for PCI, PC Card, and power-switch interfaces. Application notes on TPS2211 integration, ExCA register initialization, and zoomed-video timing are also essential. The PCI1410APGE requires no external configuration EEPROM for basic operation, though one is recommended for vendor ID customization and boot-time register loading.