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NumatoLab Mimas S7 Lite Spartan-7 FPGA Dev Board

₹12,849.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The NumatoLab Mimas S7 Lite is a versatile FPGA development board featuring the Xilinx Spartan-7 XC7S50 FPGA, designed for rapid prototyping and embedded applications. It offers efficient data storage with 128Mb QSPI flash and extensive connectivity via nine PMOD connectors.

Features

  • Xilinx Spartan-7 XC7S50 FPGA for robust logic design.
  • High-speed 128Mb Quad SPI Flash for configuration and data storage.
  • Nine PMOD connectors for versatile peripheral expansion.
  • Integrated 100MHz CMOS oscillator for stable clocking.
  • Flexible programming via JTAG and USB interfaces.

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Description

The NumatoLab Mimas S7 Lite serves as an accessible and powerful FPGA development platform, integrating the Xilinx Spartan-7 XC7S50 FPGA (CSGA324 package) with a -1 speed grade. This board is engineered to support a wide array of digital design projects, from complex embedded systems to high-speed digital signal processing. Its core capabilities are complemented by a 128Mb Quadbit SPI flash (MT25QL128ABA1ESE-0SIT) for reliable configuration and user data storage, ensuring rapid boot-up and persistent memory for your designs.

Peripheral expansion is a key strength of the Mimas S7 Lite, featuring nine PMOD connectors that facilitate easy integration with a vast ecosystem of modules and sensors. User interaction is supported by two push buttons and eight LEDs, providing immediate feedback and control for debugging and application development. Configuration is streamlined through both JTAG and a USB interface (FTDI FT2232H, USB 2.0, Windows compatible), making programming and debugging efficient for developers across various skill levels.

Key Features

  • Xilinx Spartan-7 XC7S50 FPGA in CSGA324 package, Speed Grade: -1.
  • 128Mb Quadbit SPI flash (MT25QL128ABA1ESE-0SIT) for system configuration and user data.
  • Onboard 100MHz CMOS oscillator ensures stable and precise clocking.
  • Dual configuration options: JTAG and USB (FTDI FT2232H) for flexible programming.
  • User feedback and control via 2 push buttons and 8 user-programmable LEDs.
  • Nine standard PMOD connectors for extensive peripheral and module expansion.
  • Provides 70 user I/Os (35 length-matched differential pairs) with two 2x6 expansion headers.
  • Includes Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI IN/OUT, and a Micro SD card slot for enhanced connectivity and storage.

Applications

  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
  • Rapid Prototyping and Proof-of-Concept
  • Educational and Academic Projects
  • Embedded System Development
  • Custom Logic Design and ASIC Emulation

Technical Specifications

FPGAXilinx Spartan-7 XC7S50-1CSG324C
Flash Memory128Mb Quadbit SPI Flash (MT25QL128ABA1ESE-0SIT)
Oscillator Frequency100MHz CMOS
Host InterfaceFTDI FT2232H, USB 2.0
ConfigurationJTAG, USB
PMOD Connectors9
User Interface8x LEDs, 2x Push Buttons
I/O Pins70 (35 length-matched differential pairs)
Expansion Headers2x 2x6 headers
EthernetGigabit Ethernet
Video InterfaceHDMI IN/OUT
External StorageMicro SD card slot

Frequently Asked Questions

What FPGA is featured on the Mimas S7 Lite?

The Mimas S7 Lite utilizes the Xilinx Spartan-7 XC7S50 FPGA in a CSGA324 package with a -1 speed grade. This mid-range device offers a robust balance of logic cells, DSP slices, and block RAM for diverse digital design applications, making it suitable for both learning and practical projects.

How is the Mimas S7 Lite programmed and configured?

The board supports configuration via both JTAG and a dedicated USB interface, powered by an FTDI FT2232H chip. This allows for straightforward programming and debugging using Xilinx Vivado Design Suite or other compatible JTAG tools, facilitating quick design iteration and deployment.

What expansion options does the Mimas S7 Lite offer?

The Mimas S7 Lite provides nine standard PMOD connectors, enabling extensive peripheral expansion with a wide range of compatible modules. This modularity allows developers to easily integrate various sensors, communication interfaces, and custom hardware, significantly extending the board's functionality for specific project needs.

Does the board have onboard memory for user data?

Yes, the Mimas S7 Lite features a 128Mb Quadbit SPI flash memory. This non-volatile memory is primarily used for storing the FPGA configuration bitstream, but a portion of it can also be utilized for user data or custom application code, ensuring persistence even after power cycles.

Package Includes

  • 1x NumatoLab Mimas S7 Lite FPGA Development Board

Additional Information

Weight 0.11 kg
Dimensions 16 × 11 × 5 cm