Software development cycles for embedded systems can be delayed waiting for expensive development hardware. Remaining competitive in today’s market requires fast turn-around of fully-featured software that has been developed on a fully validated system.
Solution: Early access to a Virtual Platform (VP) for accelerated software development
With Fast Models from ARM, software development can begin prior to silicon availability. These extensively validated programmer’s view models provide access to ARM-based systems suitable for early software development. Used in conjunction with ARM Profiler and RealView Debugger, the Fast Models can help developers debug, analyze, and optimize their applications throughout the development cycle.
Features of Fast Models from ARM
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Run at speeds comparable to actual hardware for fast software execution and debug
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Operating system-agnostic: Boot any OS such as Linux, Windows Embedded CE, and Symbian OS in seconds
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Functionally accurate ARM Instruction Set Simulator, fully validated against ARM CPU designs
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Simulation of advanced ARM technologies such as TrustZone and VFP
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Modelling of system peripherals such as USB, Ethernet, LCD, keyboard and mouse
Model Availability
Fast Models are available for the following ARM Processors:
| ARM926EJ-S |
ARM1136JF-S |
ARM1176JZF-S |
| Cortex-M3 |
Cortex-R4 |
Cortex-A8 |
| Cortex-A9UP |
Cortex-A9MP |
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Design of System Models
The System Canvas for Fast Models is a block diagram editor being used to create or customize single as well as multi-core systems. The System Generator for Fast Models is used to generate a virtual platform or export a subsystem to SystemC using TLM-2.0 compliant interfaces for inter-component communication. With a wide range of parameters for each component and the ability to extend the model portfolio with customer components, systems can be modelled such that they directly match the targeted System on Chip. These virtual platforms can then be conveniently distributed to software developers for early software development without the need for expensive development boards.
For more information contact: Logic Technology
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About ARM
ARM designs the technology that lies at the heart of advanced digital products, from wireless, networking and consumer entertainment solutions to imaging, automotive, security and storage devices. ARM’s comprehensive product offering includes 32-bit RISC microprocessors, graphics processors, enabling software, cell libraries, embedded memories , high-speed connectivity products, peripherals and development tools. Combined with comprehensive design services, training, support and maintenance, and the company’s broad Partner community, they provide a total system solution that offers a fast, reliable path to market for leading electronics companies.
About Logic Technology
Founded in 1993, headquartered in Panningen The Netherlands, Logic Technology has become a leader in Europe's embedded market. The unique combination of high-quality products, support and consultancy services is most appreciated by embedded developers. It's this All-Inclusive concept that enables developers to focus on their own key tasks and provides them with a sparring partner in every phase of their project!
Logic Technology’s product offering includes
Code Quality Measurement solutions, such as static code analysis, test automation and MISRA®-C Checkers. Logic’s
Boards & Solutions specialists offer solutions such as boundary scan, computer modules and board supplies. In the field of
Development Tools Logic offers a variety of ARM® & Intel® Tools, debuggers and Eclipse IDE solutions. When it concerns
Software Components Logic Technology has specialist in flash device managers, file systems and UEFI BIOS & bootloaders in house. These time saving products are complemented by a strong focus on technical support, (in depth) Technology Courses, Training and Consultancy Services.