Modelsim

Efficient and reliable mixed-signal simulator for circuit design.

Efficient circuit board simulation

Support for mixed-signal simulation

Extensive support offerings

ModelSim - An efficient simulator for circuit design

ModelSim has earned a reputation as a reference tool among circuit designers due to its reliability and efficiency. Compared to the OEM versions from semiconductor vendors, the original ModelSim offers vendor independence and performance even with large codebases.

The ModelSim Plus version supports mixed-signal simulation of VHDL and Verilog, enabling more versatile design.

Important features:

The technology of a single simulator core enables the simulation of blocks in different languages on the same core.
Support for VHDL, Verilog, PSL, and SystemVerilog in design and assertions for testing.
An easy-to-use interface with a Tcl interface for program customization.
Integrated project management, source code templates, and wizards enhance the design work.
The Code Coverage feature enables comprehensive coverage testing.
Support for Xilinx SecureIP is included by default, enhancing security and reliability.
In addition, a SystemC option is available.

ModelSim offers additional power and flexibility when traditional solutions provided by semiconductor manufacturers are no longer sufficient. The Plus version enables mixed-signal simulation between VHDL and Verilog, making it an essential tool for circuit designers.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ModelSim, and what are its uses in circuit design?

ModelSim is a circuit design simulator that allows the simulation of circuit behavior before their physical construction. It is used for examining and testing power circuits, logic design, and system-level design.

Why choose the original ModelSim instead of OEM versions?

The original ModelSim provides vendor independence and better performance with large codebases compared to OEM versions. It enables more flexible and versatile design.

What advantages does the ModelSim Plus version offer?

The ModelSim Plus version supports mixed-signal simulation of VHDL and Verilog, allowing simulation of a combination of different languages. This is particularly useful in complex design projects.

What other features does ModelSim offer to designers?

ModelSim supports multiple design languages such as VHDL, Verilog, PSL, and SystemVerilog. It provides an easy-to-use interface with a Tcl interface, integrated project management, Code Coverage feature, and support for Xilinx SecureIP.

When is ModelSim particularly useful in design projects?

ModelSim is particularly useful when the design project is complex and requires precise simulation before physical construction. It helps detect errors early on and saves time and resources in the design process. The Plus version supports mixed-signal simulation, which is useful in multilingual design projects.

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