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vkc
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5 years ago

Word alignment pattern

Hii ,I am designing sfpdp reciever.I am using stratix 4 fpga for the same with data width 32. what is the word alignment pattern to be used.I dont have any details regarding word alignment pattern use...
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SengKok_L_Intel
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5 years ago

I would suggest you start with a simple design with the loopback test (TX -> RX) to ensure the word aligner is working first, this is to rule out any receiver related problem. You might need to contact the third party who design the transmitter for the detail as well.