SynaptiCAD Upgrades WaveFormer Lite

By DE Editors

SynaptiCAD has just released an upgrade to WaveFormer Lite, it's entry-level tool for generating VHDL and Verilog test benches graphically from timing diagrams drawn by the user. Previously only available as part of the Actel Libero package, WaveFormer Lite can now be purchased directly from SynaptiCAD.

WaveFormer Lite generates native VHDL and Verilog testbench code, so it's compatible with all FPGA/ASIC vendors and tool flows without requiring any special runtime engines, according to the company.

The new version of WaveFormer Lite adds support for displaying analog waveforms, automatically generating analog and digital waveforms from editable waveform block equations, a syntax-coloring editor for VHDL and Verilog, and a new hierarchical project window that enables navigation thru the user’s design.

WaveFormer Lite licenses can be upgraded to WaveFormer Pro, which includes waveforms generated from Boolean and Registered logic equations, min-max timing analysis, and support for more input and export formats including Tektronix and Agilent test equipment.

For more information, visit SynaptiCAD.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.