WOLF-3081
Overview
Versatile Capture, Conversion, and Transmit with WOLF FGX
This versatile capture, convert and transmit board includes WOLF’s Frame Grabber eXtreme (FGX), built on Xilinx FPGA hardware. This board accepts multiple simultaneous inputs and can output multiple formats, including 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and analog CVBS, STANAG 3350 or other optional formats. The module can also accept video sources from a PCIe DMA stream for real-time conversion to SDI or analog output.
The raw data from each channel can be streamed with sub-frame latency to the host system or to a GPU for storage, analysis, enhancement, encode or display.
The WOLF FGX high-performance engine provides the flexibility required for fast, cost-effective MCOTS customization, allowing the module to be modified to interface with many video standards or system hosts.
Block Diagram
The block diagram shows an FGX XMC with multiple simultaneous SDI and analog I/O paths routed through FPGA-based capture and conversion logic. It highlights the PCIe host interface used to stream raw or converted data with low latency and the conversion routes used to translate between SDI, CVBS, and RGB/STANAG-class formats.
Features
WOLF-3081 is a rugged XMC capture, convert, and transmit module built on WOLF’s Frame Grabber eXtreme (FGX) engine to support low-latency video ingest, conversion, and output in harsh environments. It supports up to 2 SDI inputs and 2 SDI outputs, up to 3 CVBS inputs with 1 CVBS output, and up to 2 RGB/STANAG inputs and outputs for mixed digital and analog workflows.
FGX Features
- WOLF Frame Grabber eXtreme (FGX) capture, convert and transmit engine
- SDI support: 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI
- Up to 2 SDI inputs and outputs
- Up to 3 CVBS inputs and 1 CVBS output
- Up to 2 RGB/STANAG inputs and outputs
- Analog input format support: CVBS, RGB, STANAG 3350
- Additional video standard support optional
- 4GB DDR3L memory
- Six General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)
Connectivity / System Management
- PCIe Gen2 x4 with up to 2.0 GB/s
- Windows and Linux drivers
- VxWorks RTOS drivers optional
- Extended product lifespan
Mechanical / Open Systems Architecture
- High level of ruggedization:
- Rugged conduction cooled
- Operating temperature: - 40°C to +85°C
- Vibration (sine wave): 10G peak, 5 - * Shock: 40G peak for conduction cooled
- VITA 46.9 I/O compliant mapping for 3U and 6U VPX configurations
- Available with XMC 1.0 or XMC 2.0 connectors
- Dimensions: 143.75mm x 74mm
Specifications
Key configuration and performance parameters for WOLF-3081 are summarized below for quick comparison. Values shown reflect the standard module configuration; contact WOLF if you need a tailored build or a specific payload profile.
Configuration Guide
The following table defines series of common order codes for the XMC-FGX-SDI-IO module. The asterisks denote characters of the part number that are defined based on common configuration options.
Some common configuration options for this module are:
- Video formats supported
- Conformal Coating Type
- RTOS Support
- COTS, MCOTS or Locked
Representative ordering numbers
| Ordering Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 308131-F***-***vA0 | XMC 1.0, Conduction Cooled, WOLF FGX |
| 308132-F***-***vA0 | XMC 2.0, Conduction Cooled, WOLF FGX |
Contact Sales for the latest Ordering Numbers and available options
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FAQ
Choose WOLF-3081 when your requirements are well served by FGX-class SDI and analog I/O and you want a proven, lower-complexity capture/conversion card.
It is typically selected for:
- Mixed SDI + analog workflows where 3G/HD/SD-SDI and CVBS/RGB/STANAG are sufficient
- Programs prioritizing cost-effective customization via FPGA-based FGX
- Use cases where PCIe Gen2 x4 throughput is adequate
If you need higher 4K-class channel density, more 12G-SDI capability, or a stronger upgrade path, FGX2-based modules are usually preferred.
FGX is built around FPGA-based capture/conversion, which is valuable when:
- You need to translate between SDI and analog standards with low latency
- You want the flexibility to adapt to program-specific standards (MCOTS customization)
- You may need to accept a PCIe DMA video stream and convert it to SDI/analog outputs
This is less about raw throughput and more about interoperability and deterministic conversion behavior.
Confirm early:
- PCIe interface: PCIe Gen2 x4 (bandwidth is finite—validate it against your channel count/bitrate).
- I/O requirements: up to 2 SDI in/out, up to 3 CVBS in + 1 CVBS out, up to 2 RGB/STANAG in/out.
- XMC connector: available with XMC 1.0 or XMC 2.0—ensure carrier compatibility.
Most integration risk is PCIe bandwidth sufficiency and ensuring the carrier can route the chosen I/O configuration.
Key ordering-time decisions typically include:
- Video formats supported: SDI variant mix and analog standards
- Conformal coating type
- RTOS support
- COTS/MCOTS/locked build choices
Contact Sales for the latest Ordering Numbers and available options.