Scalable FPGA Platform for Lab, Test, and Embedded Systems

At a Glance

The AMD Zynq™-7030 FPGA Platform delivers a compact, high-performance solution tailored to the needs of advanced signal processing applications.

Featuring a powerful system-on-chip architecture and versatile connectivity options, it is available in two space-efficient variants – making it ideal for high-speed data transmission and complex laboratory environments.

Technical Background

The AMD Zynq™-7030 FPGA Platform from Fraunhofer HHI is engineered for demanding signal processing applications that require high data throughput and flexible I/O configurations.

By integrating the Zynq™-7030 system-on-chip, which combines programmable logic with embedded ARM® processors, the platform delivers a powerful and versatile solution. This architecture enables efficient handling of both real-time data streams and complex offline signal processing tasks within a single device.

Its compact form factor, combined with high-speed transceivers, makes it ideally suited for environments that demand fast and reliable data acquisition and transmission—such as research laboratories, prototyping setups, and industrial test systems.

Key Features

  • AMD Zynq™-7030 XC7Z030-1FBG484 FPGA
  • 1 GByte DDR-3 Memory
  • QSPI Flash for configuration storage
  • USB 2.0 and UART interfaces
  • SI5338 Clock Synthesizer – available with 0.5 ppm or 0.1 ppm precision
  • 4× 6.25 Gbit/s GTP Transceivers for high-speed serial communication
  • Compact form factor: 78 mm x 80 mm

Variants

Feature Zynq™ - 7030 COMPACT PRO Zynq™- 7030 HIGH I/O
MicroSD Socket -
USB 2.0 OTG
1000 Base-T Ethernet
GPIO 8× general-purpose I/Os 64× single-ended or 32× differential
AMD Zynq™- 7030 COMPACT PRO

Applications

  • High-Speed Data Transmission: Ideal for optical networks and 5G systems requiring fast, reliable data transfer.
  • FPGA-Based Signal Processing: Suitable for real-time and offline signal processing in high-speed environments.
  • Communications Research: Supports experimental setups for testing new transmission protocols and techniques.
  • Real-Time DSP: Perfect for low-latency, continuous signal processing in applications like spectrum analysis and measurement systems.
  • Custom Solutions: Adaptable for specialized uses in embedded systems, sensor networks, or AI-driven signal processing.

Benefits

  • High Performance: Powerful signal processing with Xilinx Zynq7030 FPGA.
  • Compact Size: Small form factor (78 mm x 80 mm) for tight spaces.
  • Flexible Connectivity: Supports multiple high-speed transceivers and I/O options.
  • Customizable: Tailor the platform to specific needs, such as real-time DSP.
  • Versatile Applications: Suitable for data transmission, research, and real-time DSP.

Fraunhofer HHI Expertise

Fraunhofer HHI provides custom modifications, including real-time DSP integration, expanded I/O, or specialized clocking solutions.

Contact us to discuss your project. We look forward to your request!