AMD XCV1000-4BG560C

Overview

XCV1000-4BG560C from Xilinx is a 2.5 V SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) with 1,124,022 system gates, 27,648 logic cells in a 64×96 CLB array, and 404 user I/O pins in a 560-ball BGA package. It features four delay-locked loops (DLLs), hierarchical memory (including 131,072 bits of block SelectRAM), and supports 66-MHz PCI compliance and hot-swappable Compact PCI operation.

For engineers reviewing the XCV1000-4BG560C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection considerations include its -4 speed grade (200 MHz system performance), 2.5 V core voltage, BG560 package thermal and routing constraints, and compatibility with SelectIO™ standards including LVTTL, SSTL3, HSTL Class IV, and PCI 3.3 V.

Technical Context

The XCV1000-4BG560C implements a hierarchical routing architecture with a General Routing Matrix (GRM), 24 local clock nets, and four primary low-skew global clock distribution networks. Its CLBs contain dual-slice logic cells with 4-input LUTs configurable as 16-bit RAM, 32-bit RAM, dual-ported RAM, or shift registers.

I/O functionality is organized into eight independent banks supporting mixed-voltage signaling; each bank requires shared VCCO and a single VREF. The device integrates 32 block SelectRAMs (4,096-bit synchronous dual-ported RAM per block), dedicated carry chains for arithmetic, and IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan logic.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The XCV1000-4BG560C is housed in a 560-ball fine-pitch BGA (BG560) package with eight I/O banks, four dedicated DLL clock inputs, four global clock pins (GCLK0–GCLK3), and power/ground distribution optimized for 2.5 V core and multiple VCCO domains.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based system integration applications.

Compared with XCV1000-4BG560C, the -6 variant delivers tighter timing margins for high-frequency control loops, while the XCV800-4BG560C reduces static power by ~22% and silicon cost by ~18% at the expense of 21% fewer logic cells and 13% less block RAM - both retain full pin compatibility and toolchain support within the Virtex family.

Availability

XCV1000-4BG560C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-reliability communications infrastructure, industrial automation controllers, medical imaging subsystems, and defense electronics requiring stable component supply throughout extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for XCV1000-4BG560C 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, Inc. is a pioneering semiconductor company specializing in programmable logic devices, acquired by AMD in 2022. It developed foundational FPGA architectures and EDA tools for high-performance digital system design.

The Virtex family - including XCV1000-4BG560C - was engineered for demanding applications requiring high logic density, multi-standard I/O flexibility, and deterministic timing, targeting communications infrastructure, test equipment, and aerospace systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency supported by the XCV1000-4BG560C?

The XCV1000-4BG560C has a -4 speed grade specifying guaranteed synchronous system clock performance up to 200 MHz, including I/O paths. This rating is validated under worst-case commercial temperature (0°C to +85°C) and voltage conditions. Actual achievable frequency depends on design complexity, placement, and routing; benchmarked register-to-register paths achieve 5.0 ns propagation delay. The XCV1000-4BG560C datasheet (DS003-3) provides detailed DC and switching characteristics for timing analysis.

Does the XCV1000-4BG560C support hot-swap operation in Compact PCI systems?

Yes, the XCV1000-4BG560C explicitly supports hot-swappable operation in Compact PCI systems as stated in its official product specification (DS003-1 v4.0). This capability relies on robust I/O protection circuitry, controlled power-up sequencing, and IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan testability to ensure safe insertion/removal without disrupting bus arbitration or corrupting configuration state. The XCV1000-4BG560C's I/O structure includes dedicated weak-keeper circuits and programmable pull-ups to maintain valid logic levels during transition states.

How many block SelectRAM modules does the XCV1000-4BG560C contain, and what is their configuration flexibility?

The XCV1000-4BG560C contains 32 block SelectRAM modules, totaling 131,072 bits of dedicated memory. Each block is a fully synchronous dual-ported 4,096-bit RAM with independent address, data, and control buses per port. Width/depth configurations include 1×4096, 2×2048, 4×1024, 8×512, and 16×256 - enabling flexible bus-width conversion (e.g., 32-bit input to 16-bit output) without external glue logic. This capability is documented in DS003-2 Table 4 and Figure 6 for the XCV1000-4BG560C.

What I/O standards are supported by the XCV1000-4BG560C, and how are they managed across I/O banks?

The XCV1000-4BG560C supports 16 SelectIO™ standards including LVTTL, LVCMOS2, PCI 3.3 V, SSTL3 Class I/II, HSTL Class I/III/IV, GTL/GTL+, and CTT. These are managed across eight independent I/O banks - four per side - where each bank requires a common VCCO voltage and (if needed) a shared VREF. Compatible standards per VCCO are defined in DS003-2 Table 2; for example, 3.3 V banks support LVTTL and PCI, while 1.5 V banks support HSTL and SSTL3. This banking constraint directly affects PCB layout for the XCV1000-4BG560C.

Is the XCV1000-4BG560C still in active production, and what lifecycle support does Aetrix Electronics provide?

No - the XCV1000-4BG560C is officially obsolete, as confirmed in DS003-1 v4.0 (March 2013) and Xilinx Notice XCN10016. Aetrix Electronics provides legacy supply chain support including verified surplus inventory, traceable lot history, extended warranty, and obsolescence mitigation planning. For new designs, Aetrix recommends migration paths to Spartan-7 or Artix-7 families; however, the XCV1000-4BG560C remains available for repair, maintenance, and long-lifecycle program fulfillment under controlled allocation.