The Stratix IV has several Clock input pins, are they all the same function?
Each pin supports different functions.
Please check the differences in specifications below.
Stratix IV clock input pin
| pin name | clock input | other than clock | when not in use | Single-ended input | Supports differential input | Differential OCT |
| CLK[1,3,8,10]p | OK | input only | GND | OK | Connect P channel | External |
| CLK[1,3,8,10]n | Connect N channel | |||||
| CLK[0,2,9,11]p | User I/O | Quartus II unused of pin setting dependent upon | Connect P channel | OCT Rd | ||
| CLK[0,2,9,11]n | Connect N channel | |||||
| CLK[4:7,12:15]p | Connect P channel | External | ||||
| CLK[4:7,12:15]n | Connect N channel | |||||
| PLL_[L1,L4,R1,R4]_CLKp | input only | GND | Connect P channel | |||
| PLL_[L1,L4,R1,R4]_CLKn | Connect N channel |
Also, during actual design, be sure to check the Pin Connection Guideline at the URL link below.
https://www.altera.com/en_US/pdfs/literature/dp/stratix4/pcg-01005.pdf
Experienced FAE
Free consultation is available.
From specific product specifications to parts selection, the Company FAE will answer your technical concerns free of charge. Please feel free to contact us.