ModelSim
ModelSim is a multi-language HDL simulation environment by Mentor Graphics,[1] for simulation of hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog and SystemC, and includes a built-in C debugger.[2][1] ModelSim is often used with Altera Quartus or Xilinx ISE.
Editions
ModelSim is offered in multiple editions, such as ModelSim PE, ModelSim SE, and ModelSim XE. ModelSim SE offers high-performance and advanced debugging capabilities, while ModelSim PE is the entry-level simulator for hobbyists and students.[1] ModelSim SE is used in large multi-million gate designs, and is supported on Microsoft Windows and Linux, in 32-bit and 64-bit architectures.[1]
ModelSim XE stands for Xilinx Edition, and is specially designed for integration with Xilinx ISE.[3] ModelSim XE enables testing of HDL programs written for Xilinx Virtex/Spartan series FPGA's without needed physical hardware.[3]
ModelSim can also be used with MATLAB/Simulink, using Link for ModelSim to connect Simulink to Xilinx ISE/ModelSim.[4] For such designs, MATLAB provides a numerical simulation toolset, while ModelSim provides tools to verify the hardware implementation & timing characteristics of the design.[4]
Language support
ModelSim uses a unified kernel for simulation of all supported languages, and the method of debugging embedded C code is the same as VHDL or Verilog.[1]
ModelSim enables simulation, verification and debugging for the following languages:[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e f Handbook of Digital Techniques for High-Speed Design, Pearson Education India, 01-Sep-2007
- ^ Reconfigurable Embedded Control Systems, Idea Group Inc (IGI), 30-Nov-2010
- ^ a b Modern Automation Systems, Laxmi Publications, Ltd., 01-May-2009
- ^ a b Recent Advances in Modeling and Simulation Tools for Communication Networks and Services, Springer Science & Business Media, 20-Sep-2007