Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| FPGA Chip | Xilinx Spartan-6 XC6SLX16-2CSG324 |
| Logic Cells | 14,579 |
| Memory | 256MB DDR2 SDRAM |
| Storage | 128MB Spansion NOR Flash |
| Video Output | HDMI Type A Connector |
| Network Interface | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) |
| USB Interface | USB-to-UART and USB Blaster Compatible |
| Expansion Headers | 2x PMOD connectors, GPIO headers |
| Power Supply | 5V DC via Micro-USB or Barrel Jack |
| Included Software | Complete Verilog/VHDL Demo Projects & Schematics |
Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent documentation saves time
As a beginner, I was worried about the learning curve. The 'Complete Documentation' claim is accurate; the wiki and source code examples are very detailed. I got the LED blinker and UART hello world running within an hour of unboxing.
Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid board, wish it had more RAM
For general development, this board is fantastic. The only limitation I found was the 256MB DDR when trying to buffer large video frames, but that is expected for this class of device. The Ethernet throughput is impressive though.
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best Spartan-6 board in this price range
I compared several boards before purchasing, and the Wildfire Talang offers the best peripheral set. Having both HDMI and GigE on board eliminates the need for messy breakout cables. Shipping was fast and packaging was secure.
Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning FPGA architecture
This board is exactly what I needed to transition from simulation to real hardware. The HDMI output works flawlessly with the provided demo code, and the Gigabit Ethernet example helped me understand packet processing. Documentation is clear and well-organized.
Anonymous
Mar 05, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Robust industrial prototyping platform
We used this for a rapid prototype of a custom communication protocol. The Spartan-6 chip handles our logic requirements easily, and the expansion headers made connecting sensors straightforward. The build quality feels solid and durable.
Anonymous
Mar 04, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value, minor USB driver hiccup
The hardware quality is excellent for the price point. I had a small issue installing the USB drivers on Windows 11 initially, but the support team provided a quick fix. Once running, the DDR memory tests passed without errors. Highly recommended for students.
Q: Can the Gigabit Ethernet port achieve full 1Gbps throughput?
A: Yes, the hardware supports 1Gbps. However, actual throughput depends on your implemented logic design and the host system processing the data. Our demo projects demonstrate stable high-speed data transfer suitable for most industrial applications.
Q: What is the input voltage tolerance for the barrel jack?
A: The board accepts a DC input between 5V and 6V via the barrel jack. We strongly recommend using a regulated 5V supply to prevent damage to the onboard regulators and the FPGA core voltage domains.
Q: Does the package include the USB cable required for programming?
A: Yes, the box includes a high-quality Mini-USB cable for power and JTAG programming, as well as a standard USB-A to Micro-USB cable for the UART interface. You can start developing immediately upon receipt.
Q: Is this board compatible with Xilinx Vivado or only ISE?
A: The XC6SLX16 chip is primarily supported by Xilinx ISE Design Suite. While some users have experimented with Vivado via third-party patches, we officially recommend and provide examples for ISE 14.7 to ensure full stability and feature support.
Q: Are the schematic diagrams available for download?
A: Absolutely. All schematics, PCB layout files (in PDF), and constraint files (.ucf) are available in the 'Resources' section of our product wiki. We believe in open hardware principles to aid your learning and customization.
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