The CMX7032 and CMX7042 are highly integrated baseband signalling processor ICs that fulfill the requirement of an SOTDMA and CSTDMA AIS transceiver, dual AIS Receive only device and exactTrax™ and exactSeNS long range AIS Class-B tracking.
These devices provide a quick route to developing an AIS based system and getting to market fast. Embedding much of the AIS, DSC and exactTrax™ protocol ensures minimal host involvement, therefore the designer can concentrate on the overall end application. Built on FirmASIC® technology, the CMX7032/CMX7042 provide the ultimate flexibility when designing Marine AIS based systems. The latest function image (7032FI-3.1.0.3) adds support for exactEarth’s new exactSeNS service. This provides a data payload capability within dedicated ASM-based messages transmitted using sophisticated encoding to support reliable reception via satellite and provides a core building block to enable the expansion of Marine IoT solutions.
Three function Images are available, these can be downloaded from the CML Technical Portal (contact for access):
Please note: The SCT7033 is a complete, proven, protocol solution that seamlessly integrates with the CMX7032. The DE70322TC is a complete AIS Class B CSTDMA (IEC 62287-1) technology demonstrator/reference design package for use with the SCT7033.
Devices are now available through our distributors below:
Function Image™ Loading Options
Q. I am about to start a design using one of your FirmASIC® based products, what is the most suitable method of storing the associated Function Image™ in my project?
A. Our FirmASIC® based devices require a Function Image to configure their On-chip sub-systems.
This data file is uploaded during device initialisation and defines the device’s function and feature set.
The Function Image can be loaded automatically from external serial memory or from a host µController over the C-BUS/SPI port. The serial memory can be programmed using a dedicated programmer.The serial memory can also be programmed using the target CMX7xxx device and the host processor. This facility makes programming the serial memory possible during factory test or through field upgrade.
-The method for loading an FI over C-Bus/SPI is detailed in the device’s data sheet.
-The method for programming the serial memory is described in this application note.
For FI-2.x only. Directions for loading an FI over the RS-232 port can be found here.
For CMX7032 FI-2.x
Q. The CMX7032 FI-2.x includes a NRESET pin, I understand that this allows the device to be fully reset following a temporary loss of power (e.g. Brown Out Condition).
Is there a particular way to use this pin if I am using an external Serial memory to store the Function Image?
A. The hyperlinked pdf document CMX7032 Power up and reset provides an illustration of how the NRESET can be used during a Brown Out Condition.
It can be used at any time following an initial [power up sequence and Function Image load).
CML recommends the use of an external voltage supervisor IC if it is exposed to variable supplies such as those found in automobile applications.
For CMX7032FI-1.x/2.x/3.x and CMX7042FI-1.x/2.x/3.x
Q. I am about to evaluate the AIS Baseband Processor what Evaluation Kit is recommended?
A. For RF evaluation, the DE70322T provides a complete solution and is offered as a demonstration module / reference design.
For evaluation at baseband, either the PE0201 or PE0401 kits are the best option. These kits can be used with RF test sets or vector generators and signal analysers. The tx and rx channels require a relatively flat frequency response that extends near to dc.
For 7032FI-1.x or 7032FI-3.x use the PE0201 kit with the following changes:
For 7042FI-1.x use a PE0402 kit where solder pads are provided to allow a solder bridge to be made in series with each input decoupling capacitor. The outputs are already dc coupled so no further changes are required. See the PE0402 User Manual and schematic.
DSC decode in dual DSC/AIS receiving mode
For Rx1 DSC and Rx2 AIS channel reception:
$C1 = $0001 ; select DSC on Rx1 and AIS on Rx2
$C8 = $0001 ; reset Rx1
Wait for com reg free flag to be set
$C8 = $0005 ; reset Rx2
Wait for com reg free flag to be set
$C8 = $0006 ; enable Rx2, AIS Formatted mode started before DSC formatted mode
Wait for com reg free flag to be set
$C8 = $0042 ; enable Rx1, DSC Formatted mode
For Rx1 AIS and Rx2 DSC reception:
$C1 = $0002 ; select DSC on Rx2 and AIS on Rx1
$C8 = $0001 ; reset Rx1
Wait for com reg free flag to be set
$C8 = $0005 ; reset Rx2
Wait for com reg free flag to be set
$C8 = $0002 ; enable Rx1, AIS Formatted mode started before DSC formatted mode
Wait for com reg free flag to be set
$C8 = $0046 ; enable Rx2, DSC Formatted mode
Receive DSC data bursts on RX1 using the PE0201/PE0402 and PE0003 Ev Kits. The data length and RX State errors are saved to a file "RX1 DSC Burst". The download includes a wav file that generates 3 DSC bursts for testing DSC receivers.
Receives AIS data bursts on RX1 and RX2 using the PE0201/PE0402 and PE0003 board. Saves data length, dc offset, Time of Arrival, AIS data and RX State errors to file.
Receive AIS data bursts on RX1 using the PE0201/PE0402 and PE0003 boards. Saves data length, dc offset, Time of Arrival, AIS data and Rx State errors to file.
Receive AIS data bursts on RX2 using the PE0201/PE0402 and PE0003 boards. Saves data length, dc offset, Time of Arrival, AIS data and Rx State errors to file.
PE0003 |
The PE0003 Evaluation Kit Interface Card is a global interface system for use with evaluation kits for CML’s new generation ICs, including FirmASIC™ based products. This greatly simplifies the approach to the evaluation and design-in process. | PE0003_Product_Page |
PE0402 |
The PE0402 Platform Evaluation Kit is designed to assist in the evaluation and application development of the CMX704x/CMX714x range of FirmASIC products. | PE0402_User_Manual |
| DE70322T
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The DE70322T is a complete AIS Class B (IEC 62287-1) technology demonstrator/reference design package that will enable manufacturers to quickly deploy an AIS Class B transceiver to the market. | DE70322T_Product_Page |
White Paper: Marine AIS
A wav recording of the Eddystone message described in the CMX7032 User Manual. This file can be used to test the baseband receiver of the CMX7032 or modulated to RF and used as test signal.
Guides to operation and interfacing
Introduction to exactTrax™ technology
