Spartan-3 FPGA Microcontroller Trainer

The Spartan-3 FPGA Microcontroller Trainer is a comprehensive digital system design platform built around the Xilinx Spartan-3 XC3S500E FPGA. Manufactured by Micro Technologies, the trainer provides an ideal environment for learning FPGA architecture, digital logic implementation, embedded system development, and hardware interfacing.

Designed for engineering colleges, universities, research laboratories, and technical training institutes, the trainer enables students and professionals to develop, test, and verify digital hardware designs using industry-standard FPGA technology.

The trainer operates from regulated +12V and +5V DC power supplies and supports programming through the Spartan-3 XC3S500E FPGA with onboard XCF04 configuration PROM and a 50 MHz crystal oscillator for stable operation.

A wide variety of onboard peripherals eliminates the need for external hardware during experimentation. The trainer includes four seven-segment displays, 16 × 2 LCD, 4 × 4 matrix keyboard, LED outputs, user data switches, relay interface, DAC, 8-channel ADC, serial EEPROM, real-time clock, traffic light interface, stepper motor interface, IR interface, LDR interface, and opto-isolated interface.

Communication with a computer is supported through the onboard RS232 serial interface, while programming and downloading can also be performed using the parallel port programming interface.

The trainer is manufactured using a high-quality insulated printed circuit board with clearly printed symbols and circuit layouts. All experiment points are available through 10-pin FRC male connectors, allowing convenient expansion and external interfacing. The unit is enclosed in a rugged ABS plastic cabinet for dependable laboratory performance and long service life.

Scope of Learning

• Study of FPGA Microcontroller Development System
• Spartan-3 FPGA Architecture
• Digital Logic Design
• FPGA Programming
• Embedded Hardware Development
• LCD Interfacing
• Seven-Segment Display Interfacing
• ADC & DAC Applications
• RTC Interfacing
• Relay and Motor Control
• Serial Communication
• Digital System Development

Onboard Applications

• Xilinx Spartan-3 XC3S500E FPGA
• XCF04 Configuration PROM
• 50 MHz Crystal Oscillator
• Four Seven-Segment Display Interface
• 16 × 2 LCD Interface
• 4 × 4 Matrix Keyboard
• 8 User LEDs
• User Data Switches
• 8-Channel ADC Interface
• DAC Interface
• Relay Interface
• Opto-Isolated Interface
• IR Interface
• Traffic Light Interface
• Stepper Motor Interface
• LED Matrix Interface (Optional)
• 24C16 Serial EEPROM
• Real-Time Clock
• RS232 Communication Interface
• Parallel Port Programming Interface

Features

• Xilinx Spartan-3 XC3S500E FPGA
• Onboard XCF04 Configuration PROM
• 50 MHz System Clock
• Multiple display interfaces
• LCD and seven-segment display support
• ADC and DAC interfaces
• RTC and EEPROM
• Relay and motor control
• IR and LDR interfaces
• RS232 communication
• Parallel programming support
• High-quality insulated PCB
• Clearly printed circuit layout
• Software and sample programs included
• Durable ABS plastic cabinet
• Long operational life

Benefits

• Simplifies FPGA learning
• Supports practical digital system design
• Ideal for embedded hardware development
• Reduces external interfacing requirements
• Enables real-time FPGA experimentation
• Suitable for engineering education
• Easy hardware expansion
• Reliable laboratory performance
• Excellent teaching aid
• Low maintenance
• Long service life
• Cost-effective FPGA development platform

Technical Specifications

Items Supplied

• Spartan-3 FPGA Microcontroller Trainer
• Instruction Manual
• Software & Program CD
• RS232 Cable
• 10-Pin FRC Male Connectors
• 10-Pin FRC Cable

Optional Accessories

• LED Matrix Interface

Applications

• FPGA Development Laboratories
• Digital Electronics Laboratories
• Embedded System Training
• Engineering Colleges
• Universities
• Polytechnic Institutes
• Technical Training Centres
• Industrial Automation Training
• Research & Development Laboratories
• Robotics Projects
• Digital System Design
• Student Projects

SKU System

MT-FPGA-001

FAQs

What is the Spartan-3 FPGA Microcontroller Trainer used for?

It is designed for learning FPGA programming, digital system design, embedded hardware development, and peripheral interfacing using the Xilinx Spartan-3 FPGA.

Which FPGA device is used?

The trainer is based on the Xilinx Spartan-3 XC3S500E FPGA with an onboard XCF04 Configuration PROM.

Which onboard peripherals are included?

The trainer includes:

• 16 × 2 LCD
• Four Seven-Segment Displays
• 4 × 4 Matrix Keyboard
• 8 User LEDs
• User Switches
• ADC
• DAC
• RTC
• EEPROM
• Relay Interface
• Stepper Motor Interface
• IR Interface
• Traffic Light Interface
• RS232 Communication

Does the trainer support serial communication?

Yes. It includes an onboard RS232 interface for communication and downloading applications.

Is software included?

Yes. The trainer is supplied with software, sample programs, instruction manual, RS232 cable, and FRC connectors.

Is the trainer suitable for engineering laboratories?

Yes. It is ideal for engineering colleges, universities, technical institutes, embedded laboratories, FPGA development centres, and research organisations.

Can the Spartan-3 FPGA Microcontroller Trainer be supplied in bulk?

Yes. Micro Technologies supplies Spartan-3 FPGA Microcontroller Trainers to educational institutions, government organisations, research laboratories, OEM projects, distributors, and bulk procurement.

Why Choose Our Products

• Advanced Xilinx FPGA platform
• Complete digital system development solution
• Multiple onboard peripherals
• High-quality PCB construction
• Reliable laboratory performance
• OEM and institutional supply available
• Competitive B2B pricing
• Strict quality inspection
• Technical support
• Excellent after-sales service
• Long operational life
• Trusted laboratory equipment manufacturer

Call to Action

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