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AEROFLEX CT2553/2554/2555/2556 Advanced Integrated MUX (AIM) Hybrid FOR MIL-STD-1553
This manual provides a complete description of the Aeroflex CT2553 family of Advanced Integrated MUX (AIM) hybrids, which combine a Bus Controller, Remote Terminal and Bus Monitor in a single 78‑pin DIP or flat‑pack module. It explains the functional blocks, memory architecture, and the required external components for MIL‑STD‑1553 interfacing.
Detailed sections cover pin‑out diagrams, electrical specifications, memory management, register definitions, configuration and interrupt handling, as well as ordering information for the CT2553, CT2554, CT2555 and CT2556 variants.
Aeroflex MIL-STD-1553 specifications
| Receiver Differential Input Voltage | 40 max Vp-p |
|---|---|
| Differential Input Impedance | 7 min KΩ |
| CMRR | 40 min dB |
| Transmitter Differential Output Voltage | 6.0 min – 9.0 max Vp-p |
| Output Rise and Fall Times | 100 min – 300 max nsec |
| Logic High Input Voltage (VIH) | 2.2 min V |
| Logic Low Input Voltage (VIL) | 0.8 max V |
| Clock Frequency | 16 MHz |
| Operating Temperature Range | -55 to +125 °C |
| Package Pin Count (DIP) | 78 pins |
Source: AEROFLEX CT2553/2554/2555/2556 Advanced Integrated MUX (AIM) Hybrid FOR MIL-STD-1553
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What temperature range can the CT2553 operate in?
The CT2553 operates from –55 °C to +125 °C (case temperature).
From: AEROFLEX CT2553/2554/2555/2556 Advanced Integrated MUX (AIM) Hybrid FOR MIL-STD-1553
How many pins does the DIP package of the CT2553 have?
The DIP version of the CT2553 uses a 78‑pin package.
From: AEROFLEX CT2553/2554/2555/2556 Advanced Integrated MUX (AIM) Hybrid FOR MIL-STD-1553
What power‑supply voltages does the ARX 4418/4417 require?
The transceiver operates from +15 V to +18 V for the transmitter supply and +5 V to +7 V for the receiver supply.
What is the maximum driver peak output current?
The driver can source up to 300 mA of peak output current.