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Category	Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards
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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

6 reviews

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.

5 FAQ

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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