Configured for high-speed data transmission in Mark VIe control architectures, the GE IS200CSLAH1A (IS200CSLAH1A I/O Expansion Board) provides direct electrical execution of High-Speed Serial Link (HSSL) communication between the UCSB controller and peripheral I/O hardware.

Module Configuration Matrix

• Model: IS200CSLAH1A

• Series: Mark VIe / EX2100e Excitation Control

• Function: I/O Expansion and HSSL Communication

• Interface Ports: 10 High-Speed Serial Link (HSSL) Ports

• Form Factor: Compact PCI (cPCI)

Hardware Specifications

PLC/DCS Communication & I/O Scaling

The IS200CSLAH1A module utilizes a high-speed backplane bus communication velocity to meet sub-millisecond control loop requirements. It facilitates scalable I/O density by expanding the UCSB controller’s reach to multiple I/O racks. In deterministic networks, this module ensures synchronized data packet delivery, which is mandatory for maintaining the timing consistency of Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) control architectures. The module is fully firmware flash compatible, allowing for remote system updates through the primary control network.

Ordering Info

• One (1) IS200CSLAH1A I/O Expansion Board unit

• Compact PCI (cPCI) backplane mounting fasteners

• Documentation reference: GEI-100788 (digital format)

Field Installation Guidelines

• Backplane Integration: Ensure the cPCI rack slot is free of particulates. Align the board with the guide rails and seat the backplane connector firmly.

• Locking Mechanism: Engage the front-panel injector/ejector levers to secure the board and confirm electrical contact with the backplane.

• Cabling: Use only shielded cables for HSSL port connections to maintain electromagnetic immunity. Avoid cable routing adjacent to high-current power conductors.

• System Configuration: Perform a hardware scan via the Mark VIe engineering workstation to verify link communication status for all 10 HSSL ports after seating the module.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Is this board hot-swappable?

  A: No, the IS200CSLAH1A does not support live insertion/removal; the associated control rack must be powered down or put into a maintenance state before replacement.

• Q: What is the maximum distance for HSSL cables?

  A: Maximum cable length is governed by the HSSL protocol specifications; ensure cable lengths do not exceed the limits defined in GEI-100788.

• Q: Can this board be used in non-TMR systems?

  A: Yes, it is compatible with simplex, dual, and TMR configurations, though TMR requires specific synchronization settings.

• Q: Are all 10 HSSL ports functional simultaneously?

  A: Yes, the board is architected to handle full-bandwidth data streams across all 10 serial ports simultaneously for high-density I/O applications.

• Q: How do I verify module health?

  A: Use the Mark VIe ToolboxST diagnostic interface to check communication error counts and link status for each individual HSSL port.

• Q: Does this board store system firmware?

  A: The board contains onboard logic for HSSL processing; firmware is managed and updated via the main controller through the backplane.

• Q: Is there an onboard battery?

  A: No, there are no field-replaceable batteries on this module.

• Q: How does this board interface with the UCSB controller?

  A: It serves as an expansion module within the cPCI backplane, receiving commands from the UCSB controller via the PCI bus.