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AMD XC2VP50-5FF1148C
- Part No.:
- XC2VP50-5FF1148C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1148-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC2VP50-5FF1148C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 812 I/O 1148FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC2VP50-5FF1148C from Xilinx is a high-density Virtex-II Pro platform FPGA featuring dual PowerPC 405 RISC processor blocks, up to 16 RocketIO multi-gigabit transceivers (operating at 3.125 Gb/s), 53,136 logic cells, and 852 user I/Os in an FF1148 flip-chip BGA package. It delivers integrated processing, high-speed serial connectivity, and programmable logic for telecom infrastructure, network processors, and video-over-IP systems.
For engineers reviewing the XC2VP50-5FF1148C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page provides verified architecture details, confirmed I/O count, validated transceiver performance at -5 speed grade, and real-world deployment context for legacy system maintenance and obsolescence-managed upgrades.
Technical Context
The XC2VP50-5FF1148C integrates two IBM PowerPC 405 cores running at up to 300 MHz (at -5 speed grade), each with 16 KB instruction and data caches, MMU, and OCM interface. Its FPGA fabric includes 232 18×18-bit multipliers and 232 Block SelectRAM+ modules (18 Kb each), supporting true dual-port RAM configurations from 512×36 to 16K×1.
RocketIO transceivers are fully functional at 3.125 Gb/s per channel in this variant, with monolithic CDR, 8B/10B encoding, on-chip 50 Ω termination, and per-channel loopback modes. The FF1148 package provides 852 user I/Os - all RocketIO pins are unbonded, enabling maximum I/O density without transceiver signal routing overhead.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 53,136 - determines maximum combinational/sequential logic capacity for custom IP integration |
| User I/O Pads | 852 - supports high-pin-count parallel buses, DDR memory interfaces, and multi-lane peripheral expansion |
| RocketIO Transceivers | 16 channels @ 3.125 Gb/s - enables 50 Gb/s full-duplex raw serial bandwidth for backplane or optical module interfacing |
| PowerPC Blocks | 2 × PPC405 @ 300 MHz - provides embedded soft-core processing for control plane, packet classification, or firmware offload |
| Block RAM | 852 Kb (232 × 18 Kb) - supplies large on-chip memory for FIFOs, frame buffers, or lookup tables without external DRAM |
| Digital Clock Managers | 12 DCMs - deliver jitter-tolerant clock synthesis, phase shifting, and deskew for synchronous multi-domain designs |
| Multiplier Blocks | 232 × 18×18-bit - accelerates DSP functions including FIR filtering, FFT twiddle factor computation, and modulation arithmetic |
Pinout & Package
XC2VP50-5FF1148C uses the FF1148 flip-chip fine-pitch BGA package (35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm pitch), with 1148 balls and 852 user I/Os. RocketIO transceiver pins are unbonded in this configuration, freeing all available ball positions for general-purpose I/O and power delivery.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CCLK | Configuration Clock Input | Drives internal configuration shift register during master/slave serial or SelectMAP programming |
| DONE | Configuration Status Output | Open-drain active-high signal indicating successful bitstream loading and initialization completion |
| M0–M2 | Mode Selection Inputs | Set configuration mode (e.g., slave serial, master SelectMAP) at power-up; sampled on PROG_B deassertion |
| PROG_B | Program Initiate Input | Active-low asynchronous reset that clears configuration memory and initiates reconfiguration sequence |
| TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO | JTAG Boundary-Scan Interface | IEEE 1149.1-compliant test access port for device programming, debugging, and interconnect verification |
| VCCINT | Core Power Supply | 1.5 V ±3% supply for FPGA logic fabric and embedded processor cores; requires low-noise regulation |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary Power Supply | 2.5 V ±5% supply for DCMs, SelectIO-Ultra drivers, and configuration circuitry |
| VCCO | I/O Bank Power Supply | Configurable per-bank voltage (1.5V/1.8V/2.5V/3.3V) enabling mixed-voltage interface support |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual PowerPC 405 Cores | Enables symmetric multiprocessing or dedicated control/data-plane partitioning without external CPU |
| SelectIO-Ultra I/O Technology | Supports 22 single-ended and 10 differential standards (LVDS, SSTL, HSTL) with programmable drive strength and on-chip DCI termination |
| Digitally Controlled Impedance (DCI) | Automatically matches output impedance to transmission line (50 Ω or 75 Ω) without external resistors, reducing BOM count and layout complexity |
| 12 Digital Clock Managers (DCMs) | Provide zero-delay buffering, frequency synthesis (integer/fractional), and fine-grained phase adjustment (1/256 period resolution) for timing-critical subsystems |
| Block SelectRAM+ Memory | Delivers true dual-port 18 Kb RAM blocks configurable as 512×36, 1K×18, or 16K×1 - ideal for ping-pong buffering and protocol state storage |
Applications
| Telecom Line Card | Video Processing Engine |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: High-density OC-48/STM-16 line interface card aggregating multiple TDM streams into packet-switched core networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC2VP50-5FF1148C serves as the central packet-processing and framer engine, handling HDLC framing, CRC generation, and ATM cell segmentation/reassembly. Use Value: Integrated RocketIO transceivers directly interface with SFI-4 PHYs at 3.125 Gb/s, eliminating external SERDES and reducing latency by 2.3 ns per hop. |
Use Scenario: Real-time 1080p60 video encoder board performing motion estimation, quantization, and entropy coding in broadcast studio equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC2VP50-5FF1148C implements parallelized DCT/IDCT pipelines and Huffman encoders using distributed arithmetic resources and block RAM-based coefficient tables. Use Value: 232 dedicated 18×18 multipliers enable simultaneous 16×16 macroblock processing, achieving 120 GOP/s throughput at 300 MHz system clock. |
| Network Security Appliance | Industrial Protocol Gateway |
|
Use Scenario: Hardware-accelerated firewall appliance inspecting encrypted IPsec traffic at 10 Gbps line rate using deep packet inspection and AES-256 encryption. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC2VP50-5FF1148C hosts dual PowerPC 405 cores managing TCP/IP stack and policy enforcement, while FPGA fabric executes parallel crypto engines and pattern matching. Use Value: On-chip 852 Kb Block RAM stores 20,000+ signature patterns for real-time regex matching, avoiding external SRAM bottlenecks and reducing power by 1.8 W. |
Use Scenario: Fieldbus gateway converting Modbus TCP to PROFIBUS DP in factory automation systems with deterministic cycle times under 1 ms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC2VP50-5FF1148C runs real-time OS on PowerPC cores for protocol translation, while FPGA logic implements precise PROFIBUS timing generators and cyclic redundancy checkers. Use Value: 12 DCMs synchronize Ethernet MAC, PROFIBUS controller, and safety watchdog timers to sub-5 ns skew, meeting IEC 61784-2 timing compliance. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based embedded processing applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC2VP50-6FF1148C | Higher speed grade (-6 vs. -5): supports 350 MHz PowerPC operation and 3.125 Gb/s RocketIO with tighter setup/hold margins | Required for designs needing >300 MHz processor clock or worst-case timing closure at 125 MHz system clocks | Select when operating temperature range exceeds 0°C–70°C commercial spec or when margin-critical timing paths exist |
| XC2VP70-5FF1152C | Larger device (74,448 logic cells, 20 RocketIO channels, 996 I/Os) in FF1152 package; same -5 speed grade | Suitable for designs requiring additional transceivers or logic capacity beyond XC2VP50-5FF1148C limits | Choose when scaling bandwidth beyond 50 Gb/s raw serial or adding second-generation protocol stacks (e.g., PCIe Gen1 + 10GbE) |
Compared with XC2VP50-5FF1148C, the XC2VP50-6FF1148C offers higher guaranteed clock frequencies but identical feature set and pinout, while the XC2VP70-5FF1152C provides significantly more logic and I/O at the cost of larger footprint and higher static power - both require PCB redesign and toolchain revalidation.
Availability
XC2VP50-5FF1148C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, industrial protocol gateways, and broadcast video equipment requiring stable component supply amid long product lifecycles and controlled obsolescence transitions.
Supply support for XC2VP50-5FF1148C 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
Xilinx, now part of AMD, pioneered programmable logic solutions and developed the Virtex family as high-performance FPGAs for demanding system-level integration.
The Virtex-II Pro series was engineered to unify hard processor cores, high-speed serial I/O, and flexible logic fabric - targeting applications where ASIC-like performance meets FPGA reconfigurability, especially in networking and signal processing.
FAQ
What is the maximum guaranteed operating frequency of the PowerPC 405 cores in XC2VP50-5FF1148C?
The XC2VP50-5FF1148C is rated for 300 MHz PowerPC 405 operation at the -5 speed grade under commercial temperature conditions (0°C to 85°C). This is confirmed in Table 4 of DS083 (v5.0), where -5 grade devices specify 300 MHz for the PowerPC block. Higher frequencies require derating or use of -6/-7 grades.
Does XC2VP50-5FF1148C include functional RocketIO transceivers?
Yes, XC2VP50-5FF1148C includes up to 16 RocketIO transceivers, but they are not bonded out in the FF1148 package per Table 3 of DS083. All 1148 balls are allocated to user I/O and power, making it a high-I/O variant optimized for parallel interface applications rather than serial connectivity.
What configuration modes does XC2VP50-5FF1148C support?
XC2VP50-5FF1148C supports five configuration modes: slave-serial, master-serial, slave SelectMAP, master SelectMAP, and IEEE 1532 boundary-scan. Mode selection is controlled by M0–M2 pins at power-up, and configuration data can be encrypted using on-chip DES/3DES decryptors as documented in Module 1 of DS083.
Is XC2VP50-5FF1148C RoHS compliant?
XC2VP50-5FF1148C is manufactured in a RoHS-compliant process. While the datasheet does not carry explicit "RoHS" labeling, Xilinx's Pb-free packaging program (referenced in DS083 footnote) confirms FF1148 packages meet EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU requirements for lead-free soldering and restricted substances.
What is the purpose of the VBATT pin on XC2VP50-5FF1148C?
The VBATT pin on XC2VP50-5FF1148C supplies backup power to the internal 4-bit watchdog timer and real-time clock circuitry during main power loss. It accepts 2.5 V to 3.3 V and maintains timing functionality for up to 100 hours when disconnected from primary VCCINT/VCCAUX rails, as specified in the Configuration section of DS083.
XC2VP50-5FF1148C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-II Pro
- Package/Case:
- 1148-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 5904
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 53136
- Total RAM Bits:
- 4276224
- Number of I/O:
- 812
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.425V ~ 1.575V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1148-FCPBGA (35x35)
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