The Altera Cyclone4 FPGA Core Board is a high-performance development and system board designed for engineers, students, and hobbyists working in digital logic design, embedded systems, and hardware prototyping. Equipped with the EP4CE6E22C8 FPGA chip and an EPCS4 configuration device, this board enables rapid development, testing, and deployment of complex digital circuits, programmable logic applications, and embedded systems projects.

Ideal for FPGA development, prototyping, and academic projects, the Cyclone4 core board provides a flexible platform for designing custom logic circuits, implementing DSP modules, and exploring advanced digital design concepts. Its compact and robust design ensures reliable performance and long-term usability in labs, classrooms, and professional development environments.

Key Features

• Altera Cyclone4 FPGA Chip EP4CE6E22C8: High-performance FPGA with 6,624 logic elements for versatile digital design applications.

• EPCS4 Configuration Device: Non-volatile memory for storing FPGA configuration files, enabling quick boot and stable operation.

• Comprehensive Development Platform: Includes GPIOs, clock sources, and I/O interfaces for full-featured hardware prototyping.

• Flexible Connectivity: Compatible with standard headers for expansion modules, peripheral devices, and custom circuits.

• Rapid Prototyping Support: Enables designers to implement, test, and debug complex digital logic and embedded applications efficiently.

• Educational & Professional Use: Ideal for university labs, training programs, and professional FPGA development.

• Compact & Durable Design: Lightweight, portable, and built for repeated use in lab and field environments.

• Wide Compatibility: Works with Altera Quartus development software and programming tools for FPGA design and configuration.

• Power Supply Options: Flexible input voltage support with efficient onboard power management.

• Scalable Design: Suitable for both simple learning projects and advanced system-on-chip implementations.

Applications

• FPGA Development Projects: Implement and test custom logic designs, digital circuits, and programmable logic applications.

• Embedded System Prototyping: Develop embedded solutions and interface designs using the Cyclone4 FPGA platform.

• Digital Signal Processing (DSP): Design and simulate DSP algorithms for audio, video, and communication systems.

• Academic & Research Labs: Hands-on training for students and researchers learning FPGA programming and digital design.

• IoT & Robotics Development: Integrate sensors, actuators, and communication modules for embedded IoT and robotics projects.

• Hardware Acceleration Projects: Implement acceleration modules for high-performance computing or specialized processing tasks.

• Industrial Control & Automation: Prototype control systems and programmable logic controllers using FPGA flexibility.

• FPGA-Based Learning Tools: Perfect for self-learning, workshops, and technical demonstrations of digital logic concepts.

Technical Specifications

• FPGA Chip: Altera Cyclone4 EP4CE6E22C8

• Logic Elements: 6,624 LEs

• Embedded Memory: 189,696 bits of M4K memory

• Configuration Device: EPCS4 non-volatile memory

• I/O Pins: Multiple GPIO headers for peripheral connection and expansion

• Clock Sources: Onboard oscillator with configurable frequency

• Power Supply: 3.3V and 5V input support with onboard regulation

• Programming & Development Tools: Compatible with Altera Quartus II software, USB-Blaster, and standard FPGA programming hardware

• Connectivity: Standard expansion headers for modular integration

• Physical Dimensions: Compact, portable form factor suitable for desktop or lab use

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C

• Applications: FPGA development, embedded system prototyping, DSP design, IoT/robotics integration, industrial automation, academic training

The Altera Cyclone4 FPGA Core Board with EP4CE6E22C8 and EPCS4 is a versatile and professional development platform for both beginners and advanced engineers. It combines high-performance FPGA processing, flexible I/O connectivity, and reliable configuration memory to support a wide range of applications. Whether you are learning digital design, prototyping embedded systems, or implementing complex DSP and control projects, this board provides the performance, flexibility, and reliability required for efficient development.

With support for Altera Quartus software and standard FPGA programming tools, the board ensures seamless integration into professional workflows, academic labs, or personal learning environments. Its durable construction and compact design make it ideal for repeated testing, classroom use, and field deployment.