Opal-RT OP5650 User manual

OP5600 SERIES V3
Real-Time Digital Simulator
OP5650 User Manual
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SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
The following table lists the symbols used in this document to denote certain conditions:
Symbol Definition
ATTENTION: Identifies information that requires special consideration
TIP: Identifies advice or hints for the user, often in terms of performing a task
REFERENCE _ INTERNAL: Identifies an additional source of information within the bookset.
CAUTION Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in equipment or work (data) on the system being
damaged or lost, or may result in the inability to properly operate the process.
Indicates a situation where users must observe precautions for handling electrostatic sensitive devices.
!
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
!
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death.

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CONTENTS
RECEIVING AND VERIFICATION ........................................................................................................ 7
standard hardware ..............................................................................................................................................7
OP5600 SERIES/OP5650 SIMULATOR .................................................................................................. 8
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 8
SIMULATOR ARCHITECTURE ............................................................................................................ 9
configuration options ..........................................................................................................................................9
Simulator Architecture Example...................................................................................................................................... 9
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................ 10
HARDWARE CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................... 11
back connectors ............................................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting the Ground Screw...................................................................................................................................... 14
DB37F CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 15
OP5650 DB37 PIN ASSIGNMENTS .................................................................................................. 17
RJ45 CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................................................ 18
RJ45 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS ..................................................................................................... 19
connecting monitoring devices...........................................................................................................................20
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 21
FLAT CARRIER SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................... 21
LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................................................ 23
Limited warranty .............................................................................................................................................. 23
return poLicy ...................................................................................................................................................23
excLusions ........................................................................................................................................................23
warranty Limitation and excLusion ....................................................................................................................24
discLaimer of unstated warranties ..................................................................................................................24
Limitation of LiabiLity ........................................................................................................................................24

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Receiving and Verification
RECEIVING AND VERIFICATION
After opening the package, remove the equipment and components. Make sure that all the items
described in “standard hardware” are actually in the box and are undamaged.
standard hardware
The OP5650 real-time simulator includes the following basic hardware:
Item Description Part Number
OP5650 Simulator with Linux -based real-time O/S with PC
or OP5650-IO without CPU
System Integration binder CD (documentation, models, licenses)software CD
Integration documents
N/A
Mini-BNC cables (4) 2 m (6 ft 6”) adapter cables for mini-BNC to BNC. 75 Ohms
simplex
T00-0719
RJ45 cables (5) 61cm (24”) RJ45 cables BLACK
61cm (24”) RJ45 cables WHITE
61cm (24”) RJ45 cables RED
61cm (24”) RJ45 cables GREEN
305cm (120”) RJ45 cable BLUE
T00-0723
T00-0724
T00-0725
T00-0726
T00-0817
Synchronization cable Plastic optical fiber patch cord 3M T00-0811
DB37M breakout board Provides extended space for connections T00-4069
Loopback Kit DB37 TestBoard
Loopback Flat cable
Power cable
For Quick testing and Troubleshooting
126-0361
113-0737
113-0799
Power cable 1.83 m (6’) power cord, black (10A 125V)
Power Cord 6ft European (Schuko CEE7/7 to C13) - For Type E
and Type F
Power Cord 6ft Australia (AS3112 to C13) - Type I
Power Cord 6ft Brazil (NBR14136 to C13) - Type N
Power Cord 6ft China (GB2099 to C13) - Type I
Power Cord 6ft India (IS16A3 to C13) - Type D
Power Cord 6ft Switzerland (SEV1011 to C13) - Type J
Power Cord 6ft UK (BS1363 to C13) - Type G
T00-0833
T00-0783
T00-0784
T00-0795
T00-0775
T00-0794
T00-1836
T00-0848
Screws and rubber feet kit Extra if needed N/A
optional hardware
Item Description Part Number
MUSE transceiver Avago AFBR-57R5APZ T00-0315
MUSE cable LC-LC multimode 850nm optical fiber T00-0782
OPAL-RT strongly recommends the use of anti-static wrist straps whenever handling any electronic
device provided by OPAL-RT. Damage resulting from electrostatic charges will not be covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty.
Disconnect power before servicing
!
The OP5650 may be subjected to EMI when installed in proximity to other devices. Make sure to connect
the OP5650 ground to the rack to prevent any EMI related damage to the simulator.

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Introduction
OP5600 SERIES/OP5650 SIMULATOR
INTRODUCTION
The OP5650 is a complete simulation system, that contains a powerful target computer, a
reconfigurable FPGA and signal conditioning for up to 256 I/Os. The design makes it easy to use with
standard connectors (DB37, RJ45, SFP and mini-BNC) without the need for input/output adaptors and
allows quick connections for monitoring I/O signals. It is designed to be used either as a desktop, shelf
top, or mounted in a standard 19’’ rack.
The front of the chassis provides access to the target computer’s standard connectors, and monitoring
interfaces and connectors, while the back of the chassis provides access to the I/O connectors, power
cable and main power switch.
Inside, the main housing is divided into two sections, each with a specific purpose:
In its standard configuration, the lower part of the chassis contains a powerful target computer that
can be added to a network of simulators or can act as a standalone. The target computer used to run
simulations built with OPAL-RT’s RT-LAB or HYPERSIM software simulation platform includes the
following features:
• ATX motherboard
• Linux-based real-time operating system
• Xeon E5 Intel CPU with 4, 8, 16 and 32 processor cores, up to 3.2GHz
• 10MB Cache Memory per 4 cores
• up to 32GB of DRAM,
• 512GB SSD disk,
• Space to install 2 PCI with risers, or 3 PCIe boards.
• Power consumption: 600W Max.
The upper section contains the high-speed FPGA and the conditioning modules for up to 256 I/Os. The
main features include:
• Xilinx Artix 7 FPGA 200T, programmable from the target computer via PCIe or MUlti-System
Expansion (MUSE). The FPGA is used to execute models designed with the OPAL-RT RT-XSG
tool, and manage the I/O lines. It exchanges data with the real-time simulations running on the
target computer CPUs via the PCIe link.
• Flat carrier capable of connecting any combination of up to 8 type B mezzanine boards.

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Simulator Architecture
SIMULATOR ARCHITECTURE
configuration options
The OP5650 is available in a number of different configurations that make it easier to integrate into your
environment:
Product Configuration Description
OP5650-4 OP5650 RCP/HIL Artix 7 FPGA-based Real-Time Simulator - 4 cores (4U, Xeon E5, 4 Cores, 3.0 GHz,
10M, 16GB, 512GB SSD)
OP5650-8 OP5650 RCP/HIL Artix 7 FPGA-based Real-Time Simulator - 8 cores (4U, Xeon E5, 8 Cores, 3.2 GHz,
20M, 16GB, 512GB SSD)
OP5650-16 OP5650 RCP/HIL Artix 7 FPGA-based Real-Time Simulator - 16 cores (4U, Xeon E5, 2x8 Cores, 3.2 GHz,
2x20M, 2x16GB, 512GB SSD)
OP5650-32 OP5650 RCP/HIL Artix 7 FPGA-based Real-Time Simulator - 32 cores (4U, Xeon E5, 2x16 Cores, 2.3
GHz, 2x40M, 2x16GB, 512GB SSD)
Simulator Architecture Example
The example shown is only to illustrate how the OP5650 is assembled. OPAL-RT strictly prohibits users
from opening the OP5650. Opening the unit will render the warranty null and void.
Signal conditioning
modules
Carrier board
OPAL-RT
Artix 7
FPGA board
Lower section
Target Computer
Upper section
optional rackmount rail
Figure 1: OP5650 with target computer

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Installation and Configuration
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION
Follow this simple installation procedure. Make sure to respect proper grounding, as described in
“Connecting the Ground Screw”.
1. Place the OP5650 on a shelf or a desktop, or install in a traditional rack
2. Connect the power cable to the nearest power outlet
3. Connect the OP5650 to the same network used by the host PC, using the cables provided.
Figure 2: Top view of mezzanines installed on carrier
The top of the chassis can be removed to access the signal conditioning mezzanine boards installed on
the carrier board. The layout and configuration of the boards depends on the selected platform (which
must be factory installed):
At power-up, the carrier will autodetect installed mezzanines and transfer information to the FPGA and
the simulator.
CAUTION The system must be powered down before changing mezzanines. Failure to do so may
damage the equipment.
!
Disconnect power before servicing

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Hardware Configuration
HARDWARE CONFIGURATION
The interfaces on the front of the OP5650 Artix 7 (OP5143) include 4 RJ45 monitoring panels.
A
E D C B
Figure 3: OP5650 front connector panels
A. 4 panels of RJ45 connectors provide connections to monitor output from mezzanine I/O
boards. Each connector is linked to front and b0ack mezzanines on the carrier board. Analog
mezzanines (channels 0-16) will use only the first column of connectors. Digital mezzanines will
use both columns (channels 0-15 in the first column and channels 16-31 on the second column
of connectors). See the mezzanines connector image and the RJ45 pinouts for more detailed
information.
B. Monitoring RJ45 connectors with mini-BNC terminals: RJ45 cables connect from a channel on an
RJ45 panel (B) to one of four RJ45 monitoring connectors (C). Mini-BNC connectors allow for quick
cable connections to monitoring devices (such as an oscilloscope). See “connecting monitoring
devices” for details.

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C. Target computer monitoring interface. Two push buttons include POWER in top position to start the
Target computer and RESET in the bottom position to reset the Target computer. There are 6 LED
indicators:
LED NAME Description
Green Power On indicates that the unit is powered up.
Green HDD On indicates that the hard disk drive is operating.
Green NIC1 On indicates that network port 1 is in use.
Green NIC2 On indicates that network port 2 is in use.
Red Power Fail On indicates a power fault.
Red Overheat/Fan Fail On indicates either that unit has overheated or a fan fault.
D. Fiber optic synchronization board (top slot) and optional PCIe connector slot (by default, the lower
space will be covered by a blank plate if there are no optional PCIe boards).
E. Standard computer connectors (left to right): mouse and keyboard, USB ports, monitor, network
ports. Although use of these connectors is optional but not required to use the OP5650, one
network port is required for network connection.

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back connectors
The back connectors may vary, depending on the configuration option selected.
F
B
A
EE
D
C
Figure 4: OP5650 rear connector panels (ML605 conguration)
A. DB37F I/O connectors (see “Table 1: Pin Assignments” for more details). The images (see “DB37F
Connections”) illustrates the links between the mezzanines and the DB37 I/O connectors
B. Ground screw. The OP5650 may be subjected to EMI when installed in proximity to other devices.
Make sure to connect the OP5650 ground to the rack to prevent any EMI related damage to the
simulator (see Figure 7)
C. Power connector and power On/Off switch
D. Power reset and 5/12V power source connector for test purposes:
- Pushbutton reset after 4A overcurrent shutdown
- Red LED indicates fault, green LED indicates nominal function
- Microfit connector for 5V or 12V power allows users to test whether I/Os are functioning. Each
voltage has its own ground reference. Caution: these power sources are not isolated.
E. Optional slots for 2 PCI or 3 PCIe connectors (PCIe only in lower right slot).
F. 4 SFP ports (for MUSE or device interconnection) and status LEDs for each channel (LED 0 =
channel 0, etc.):
- Blinking green: an SFP module is plugged into the port and the bitstream is using Aurora for this
channel
- Continuous green: an SFP module is plugged into the port and the bitstream is not using Aurora
for this channel
- Blinking red: rx_loss is 1
- Continuous red: tx_fault is 1 (these are SFP status signals)
- OFF: no module plugged into the port and no Aurora present in the bitstream for this channel

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Connecting the Ground Screw
You must connect a grounding cable from the OP5650 ground screw to the rack (or any other strong
ground) to ensure that the OP5650 terminates securely in a ground. Proper grounding will help prevent
electric shocks, protect the OP5650 from voltage spikes (from a variety of causes, including lightening
strikes), and provide increased immunity from EMI by lowering noise levels and emissions.
1. Select a flat braided grounding strap of adequate length (as short as possible provides best
protection), with ring terminals on each end.
2. Attach one ring terminal to the ground screw on the OP5650 (shown in Figure 7)
3. Attach the other ring terminal to the rack using a nut and lockwasher.
Figure 5: Connecting the OP5650 to the ground

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DB37F Connections
DB37F CONNECTIONS
Each pair of mezzanines (A & B) is linked to four female DB37 connectors (I/Os) on the back of the
chassis:
The first two connectors (left to right) represent channels from Group B, which are linked to the
conditioned channels from the back mezzanine. The last two connectors (left to right) represent
channels from Group A, which are linked to the conditioned channels from the front mezzanine.
DB37 connector panel
GROUP 1A GROUP 1B
GROUP 1A GROUP 1B
OP5600 Front (RJ45)
OP5600 Rear (DB37)
GROUP 1B GROUP 1A
ANALOG MEZZANINES
(top view)
Connector rear view
NOT USED NOT USED
channels 0-15 channels 0-15
GROUP1B GROUP1A
Group 4
Figure 6: DB37 connection to mezzanines
If the front mezzanine is an analog module (DAC or ADC), the 16 channels are on connector A and
connector B does not carry any signals.
If the back mezzanine is an analog module (DAC or ADC), the 16 channels are on connector C.
Connector D does not carry any signals.

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DB37F Connections
.
channels 16-31 channels 16-31
channels 0-15 channels 0-15
GROUP1B
GROUP 1A GROUP 1B
GROUP 1A GROUP 1B
OP5600 Front (RJ45)
OP5600 Rear (DB37)
GROUP 1B GROUP 1A
DIGITAL MEZZANINES
(top view)
Connector rear view
GROUP1A
Figure 7: DB37 connection to mezzanines
If the front mezzanine is a digital module (Din or Dout), the first 16 channels (00 to 15) are on the first
connector and the next 16 channels (16 to 31) are on the second connector.
If the back mezzanine is a digital module (Din or Dout), the first 16 channels (00 to 15) are on the first
connector and the next 16 channels (16 to 31) are on the second connector.
All signals are represented by a positive-negative pair that are always available on the connector pins,
for example: for channel 08 : (08+, -08)
INTERFACE:
• For a single-ended output, the negative conductor is connected to Ground.
• For a differential output, the positive and negative signals are on the connector.
• For a differential input, the connection must be between the positive/negative pair.
• If the input is singled-ended, user’s ground must be connected to the negative side of the pair.

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OP5650 DB37 Pin Assignments
OP5650 DB37 PIN ASSIGNMENTS
Connector A Ch. 0-15 Connector A Ch. 16-31
DB37 Module pin
assignment DB37 Module pin
assignment DB37 Module pin
assignment DB37 Module pin
assignment
1 +CH00 20 -CH00 1 +CH16 20 -CH16
2 +CH01 21 -CH01 2 +CH17 21 -CH17
3 +CH02 22 -CH02 3 +CH08 22 -CH18
4 +CH03 23 -CH03 4 +CH19 23 -CH19
5 +CH04 24 -CH04 5 +CH20 24 -CH20
6 +CH05 25 -CH05 6 +CH21 25 -CH21
7 +CH06 26 -CH06 7 +CH22 26 -CH22
7 +CH07 27 -CH07 7 +CH23 27 -CH23
1
20
00+
01+
02+
03+
04+
05+
06+
07+
08+
09+
10+
11+
12+
13+
14+
15+
-00
-01
-02
-06
-05
-04
-03
-11
-10
-09
-08
-07
-14
-13
-12
-15
19
37
Vuser Vrtn
9 +CH08 28 -CH08 9 +CH24 28 -CH24
10 +CH09 29 -CH09 10 +CH25 29 -CH25
11 +CH10 30 -CH10 11 +CH26 30 -CH26
12 +CH11 31 -CH11 12 +CH27 31 -CH27
13 +CH12 32 -CH12 13 +CH28 32 -CH28
14 +CH13 33 -CH13 14 +CH29 33 -CH29
15 +CH14 34 -CH14 15 +CH30 34 -CH30
16 +CH15 35 -CH15 16 +CH31 35 -CH31
17 36 17 36
18 Vuser 1 A 37 Vrtn 1 A 18 Vuser 2 A 37 Vrtn 2 A
19 19
Connector B Ch. 0-15 Connector B Ch. 16-31
DB37 Module pin
assignment DB37 Module pin
assignment DB37 Module pin
assignment DB37 Module pin
assignment
1 +CH00 20 -CH00 1 +CH16 20 -CH16
2 +CH01 21 -CH01 2 +CH17 21 -CH17
3 +CH02 22 -CH02 3 +CH08 22 -CH18
4 +CH03 23 -CH03 4 +CH19 23 -CH19
5 +CH04 24 -CH04 5 +CH20 24 -CH20
6 +CH05 25 -CH05 6 +CH21 25 -CH21
7 +CH06 26 -CH06 7 +CH22 26 -CH22
7 +CH07 27 -CH07 7 +CH23 27 -CH23
9 +CH08 28 -CH08 9 +CH24 28 -CH24
10 +CH09 29 -CH09 10 +CH25 29 -CH25
11 +CH10 30 -CH10 11 +CH26 30 -CH26
12 +CH11 31 -CH11 12 +CH27 31 -CH27
13 +CH12 32 -CH12 13 +CH28 32 -CH28
14 +CH13 33 -CH13 14 +CH29 33 -CH29
15 +CH14 34 -CH14 15 +CH30 34 -CH30
16 +CH15 35 -CH15 16 +CH31 35 -CH31
17 36 17 36
18 Vuser 1 B 37 Vrtn 1 B 18 Vuser 2 B 37 Vrtn 2 B
19 19
Table 1: Pin Assignments
DB37 connector panel silkscreen

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RJ45 connections
RJ45 CONNECTIONS
Each RJ45 monitoring panel on the front of the OP5650 simulator connects to front and back
mezzanines. The following images illustrate how the mezzanines are linked to the connectors.
GROUP1A GROUP1B
GROUP1A GROUP1B
channels 0-15
ANALOG: NOT USED
Digital Channels 16-31
channels 0-15
GROUP1A GROUP1B
ANALOG: NOT USED
Digital Channels 16-31
GROUP1A GROUP1B
OP5600 Front (RJ45)
OP5600 Rear (DB37)
Top View
GROUP1B GROUP1A
Figure 8: RJ45 connection to mezzanines

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RJ45 channel Assignments
RJ45 CHANNEL ASSIGNMENTS
Each mezzanine is assigned two columns of RJ45 connectors. Each column represents a series of
channels, divided into 4 channels per jack, as shown in Figure 11.
SLOT xA SLOT xB
Column 1:
Channels 0-3
Channels 4-7
Channels 8-11
Channels 12-15
Column 2:
Channels 16-19
Channels 20-23
Channels 24-27
Channels 28-31
Analog boards use only channels 0-15
0-3
4-7
8-11
12-15
16-19
20-23
24-27
28-31
Digital boards use channels 0-31
Figure 9: RJ45 channel assignments

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RJ45 channel Assignments
connecting monitoring devices
The OP5650 simulator offers quick, single-ended connections, through RJ45 and mini BNC connectors,
to any monitoring device (i.e. oscilloscope, etc.). These mini-BNC jacks let you monitor 4 channels
individually. Simply follow these instructions (as illustrated in Figure 12):
CAUTION Only connect RJ45 cables from upper section (A) monitoring jacks to lower section
monitoring panel (B, as shown). Connecting any other cable or device may result in
damage to the equipment.
The network cable must only be connected to the standard computer connector network
jack (see page 15). DO NOT connect the network cable in any jack other than the jack
intended for that purpose.
A
BC
Figure 10: How to connect cables for monitoring
1. Connect one end of the RJ45 cable to the desired channels (A). See Figure 11 for RJ45 connector
pinouts
2. Connect the other end of the RJ45 cable to the monitoring connector (B)
3. Connect a mini-BNC cable to each BNC jack (C) and connect the other end of the cable to the
desired monitoring device. The mini-BNC jacks each connect to one of the 4 channels of the RJ45
Connector (A). In the example shown in Figure 8, the RJ45 cable is connected to channels 28-31.
The mini-BNC cable jacks, identified as A, B, C, D, represent each channel in the following order;
A = channel 28,
B = channel 29,
C = channel 30
D = channel 31.