RG500 MSR (NEW)
RG500 Multi-Link SpaceWire Recorder (MSR)
The 4Links RG500 Multi-Link SpaceWire Recorder (MSR) is a next-generation SpaceWire link analyser that delivers end-to-end, time-synchronised visibility across complex SpaceWire systems. Built for control, speed, reliability, adaptability and scalability.
It supports simultaneous recording and analysis of up to 6 SpaceWire links, with packet time-tagging via PTP (Precision Time Protocol).
Recordings can be triggered externally using SMA connectors. The system is managed either via a dedicated rear-panel Ethernet connection or through the integrated front-panel touchscreen. Four Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ interfaces enable the transfer of SpaceWire data across a local area network.
Key Features
- Allows SpaceWire links to be passively recorded without affecting traffic flow
- Capable of monitoring up to 6 SpaceWire links simultaneously
- Throughput up to 400 Mbit/s on each link
- SpaceWire traffic streamed to PC via Ethernet and 4Links API
- Capable of triggering on SpaceWire Event
- SMA ports for external triggering
- Packet timestamping via PTP or internal timer
Key Applications
- SpaceWire node integration testing
- System integration testing
- SpaceWire router test and debug
Typical Application Diagram
Technical Specification - RG500 Multi-Link SpaceWire Recorder (MSR)
| RG500 Multi-Link SpaceWire Recorder (MSR) | |
| Form Factor | 19 inch rack mount |
| Height | 1U |
| Management Ethernet Interface | 100 Mbit/s |
| Supported Management Protocols | SNMP, TFTP, UDP |
| Application Data Interface | 2x SFP+ Ports (Gigabit Ethernet) (2 reserved for upcoming features) |
| Application Data Protocols | 1x TCP (4Links Application Protocol) 1x PTP (Optional) |
| User Interface | Touch screen (480 x 118), USB 2.0 |
| Number of SpaceWire Links | Up to 6 (2 ports required for each link) |
| Maximum SpaceWire Link Speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Power Supply | 12v 5A DC (Included) |
| Export Classification | EAR-99 TAA Compliant |
Software and Accessories included
- 1x RJ45 SFP module (2x if PTP option selected)
- 1x SpaceWire loopback connector
- Power supply
- Mains power lead