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128 channels, 14-bit @125 MS/s Digitizer
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Based on powerful Xilinx Zynq-7000 SoC with open FPGA
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2U, 19” Rackmount unit with automatic fan control
Programmable DAQ Platforms
Read Out Systems
The Programmable DAQ Platforms family has been developed to provide maximum flexibility in the design of custom data acquisition systems for nuclear and particle physics applications. These platforms allow users to build tailored readout and processing chains that match the specific requirements of their detectors, experimental setups, and measurement goals.
Each board in the family is optimized for particular use cases, including gamma and beta spectroscopy, high-energy physics calorimetry, position-sensitive neutron detection, and custom ASIC readout. By combining high-performance hardware with open FPGA architecture, the platforms enable full control over signal processing, triggering and data handling, allowing users to implement fully customized acquisition logic.
All modules feature user-accessible FPGAs and are supported by Sci-Compiler, CAEN’s graphical development environment for scientific instrumentation. SCI-Compiler accelerates firmware development by automatically generating VHDL code from a graphical block diagram, with high-level functional blocks such as trigger logic, MCA, oscilloscope, TDC and peak detection. The tool can also generate C libraries and drivers for Windows, Linux and macOS, simplifying integration into custom DAQ software and enabling rapid prototyping and deployment of application-specific solutions.
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Open-FPGA programmable platforms for fully customizable DAQ and real-time signal processing
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Designed for a wide range of applications: spectroscopy, calorimetry, neutron detection and ASIC readout
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Supported by SCI-Compiler graphical environment for fast firmware development and automatic VHDL generation
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Cross-platform libraries and drivers (Windows, Linux, macOS) for easy integration into custom acquisition systems
Programmable DAQ Platforms Models
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R5560
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R5560SE
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128 channels, 14-bit @125 MS/s Digitizer
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Single-ended inputs with advanced programmable Front-End
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Based on powerful Xilinx Zynq-7000 SoC with open FPGA
DT5550
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32-channel Sequencer and Readout System (fully differential inputs)
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Integrated system for managing digital and analog ASIC outputs
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Ideally suited for R&D projects involving ASICs with multi-channel detectors
DT5550W
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Comprehensive Programmable Board based on Weeroc ASICs
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Available with Petiroc and Citiroc ASICs for SiPM Readout
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Single Desktop Unit available in 32, 64, and 128-channel configurations
DT5550W
The DT5550W is a programmable DAQ platform based on Weeroc ASICs CITIROC or PETIROC for SiPM readout. The DT5550W can be used either as evaluation system for supported WeeROC ASICs, either as full featured Acquisition System supporting a wide range of SiPM detectors. Up to 128 channels can be read out. The full system is composed by two boards: a motherboard with an open FPGA, USB 3.0 connectivity and ADCs, and a replaceable piggyback board that hosts 1,2 or 4 Weeroc ASICs, detector connectors and high voltage power supply.
Depending on the chosen ASIC, the following applications can be addressed by this board:
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Gamma Spectroscopy
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ToF measurements
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Cosmic Rays detection
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Single photoelectrons detection
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Imaging using SiPM
DT5550
The DT5550 is a Programmable 32-channel Digital Acquisition System for physics application. It is a general-purpose board which can be used in several applications where implementing a custom signal processing algorithm is needed. Moreover, thanks to the high number of digital lines, it is particularly suitable to readout custom ASICs.
Used in combination with the DT5550AFE accessory, single-ended signals can be directly connected to the board and read out like in a classical Digitizer, but with the flexibility of the open FPGA.
R5560
The R5560 is a 128-channel DAQ system with programmable data processing capabilities. It is an optimal solution for large experiments requiring fast digitization of analog signals, usage of several digital lines and implementation of custom firmware/software. The board is designed to easily support multi-board synchronization and interconnection, with the possibility to acquire 128 channels and scale up to hundreds thousands channels. Several readout modes (USB, Ethernet, Optical Link) are implemented to increase even more the flexibility and ease system integration in the experimental setup.
The board provides excellent results with the readout of position-sensitive 3He tubes in neutron detection experiments.
DT5560SE
The DT5560SE is a Desktop 32 Channels 14-bit 125MS/s Open FPGA Digitizer with Single-Ended inputs, designed to attain programmable data processing capabilities. The DT5560SE is designed as a solution for lab development, prototyping and system testing.
It is suitable for a wide variety of experimenst in prototyping phase, especially for the readout of Physics detectors (like PMTs, Segmented HPGe, Gas Tubes, ….) in small setups, where it is important to have a compact system and the possibility to easily change the pulse processing algorithm. The advanced Front-End allows to easily connect and manage most of the detectors commonly used in Physics Experiments.
R5560SE
The R5560SE is a 3U, 19″ rack-mount 128 Channels 14-bit 125MS/s Open FPGA Digitizer with Single-Ended inputs, designed to attain programmable data processing capabilities. The R5560SE is designed for the readout of large arrays of detectors (PMTs, segmented HPGe, 3He tubes, …) using a customizable platform and an advanced programmable front-end.
In fact, it is possible to take advantage of the powerful SoC mounted onboard to write a custom pulse processing algorithm on the open FPGA as well as build a middleware/software that fits the needs of the application of interest. Moreover, the advanced Front-End allows to easily connect and manage most of the detectors commonly used in Physics Experiments.
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