EPXA10F1020C3

Overview

The Altera EPXA10F1020C3 is a System-on-a-Programmable-Chip (SoPC) device integrating an ARM9 processor core with programmable logic fabric. This architecture enables hardware/software co-design for complex signal processing and control applications. The device supports real-time operation within a single chip, eliminating the need for external processors in many embedded scenarios. It utilizes the Streams-C language extension for efficient development of custom-hardware-accelerated computing platforms.

Feature Summary

• Integrates ARM9 processor core with FPGA fabric on a single die
• Supports Streams-C language for hardware/software co-design
• Enables standalone custom-hardware-accelerated computing platforms
• Suitable for complex control and signal processing systems

Applications

• Spoken language translation systems
• Complex control system development
• Real-time signal processing applications

Part Context

The EPXA10 series represents Altera's early implementation of SoPC technology, combining ARM-based processing with programmable logic. This specific model is part of the Excalibur family, designed to bridge the gap between general-purpose processors and dedicated ASICs by offering reconfigurable hardware acceleration alongside software flexibility.

Replacement Considerations

As a legacy Excalibur device, direct pin-compatible replacements are not standard. Modern alternatives include Arria or Cyclone V/VI/FPGA families with Nios II soft cores, though architectural differences require significant design adaptation.