Using the drop downs to compile requires the use to set the compile to library field on each file by changing the compile settings for each file. Use the simulation library compiler to compile simulation models. File and directory pathnames several modelsim commands have arguments that point to files or directories. For example, they argument to vlog specifies the verilog source library directory to search for undefined modules. For a list of all simulation model files, refer to altera simulation models in quartus ii help. Do not edit the folder contents from your operating system. First verify that any cables andor batteries are disconnected. This usually occurs when a i file generatedby compxlib is copied into themodelsim installation directory to replace the original one. Transcript pane shows the messages between the simulator e. Hi, officially, the minimum version of modelsim that is supported with 14.
Modelsim set compile to library for file without gui. Modelsims compiler for vhdl design units is vcom cr311. After compiling a project with quartus with a toplevel file vhdl and an altera specific pll, i tried to simulate it with modelsim. Model sim ee licenses must be located at a single site, i. This comprehensive chapter from the quartus prime development software handbook provides stepbystep instructions for performing functional register transfer level rtl, functional postsynthesis, or postfitting timing simulations with the modelsimaltera and modelsim simulators. The graphical user interface is powerful, consistent, and intuitive. The software supports intel gatelevel libraries and includes behavioral simulation, hdl test benches, and tcl scripting. Create the work library and map required resource libraries to the work library.
The modelsim library format is compatible across all supported platforms. Compiling your design after creating the working library, you compile your design units into it. Its architecture allows platformindependent compile with the outstanding performance of native compiled code. Unauthorized copying, duplication, or other reproduction is prohibited without the written consent of model. This document is for information and instruction purposes. For example, the y argument to vlog specifies the verilog source library directory to search for undefined modules. Inside the modelsim gui, go to the library tab inside modelsim, right mouse click on the technology library, e. Modelsim also adds the library to the list in the workspace figure 3 and records the library mapping for future reference in the modelsim initialization file i. Mentor graphics reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this publication without prior notice, and the. When i start the rtl simulation, i see my toplevel file in the folder work in the library window, but not the altera instance for the pll verilog file question. Use vcom to compile vhdl source code into a specified working library or to the. Hi eilert, i have read the modelsim manual, but still did not find a proper way to do it. Modelsim vhdl, modelsim vlog, modelsim lnl, and modelsim plus are produced by model technology incorporated. Mentor graphics reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this publication without prior notice, and the reader should, in all cases, consult mentor graphics to determine whether any changes have been made.
Comprehensive support of verilog, systemverilog for design, vhdl, and systemc provide a solid foundation for single and multilanguage design verification. Then you simply compile all the modules into a library, including the altera quartus generated wrapper for the pll, the wrapper should then have references to the available altera libraries with the simulation model of the pll. Verify the sys gen design is correct within simulinksys gen using gateway in as input from simulink and gateway out to the scope. Modelsim combines simulation performance and capacity with the code coverage and debugging capabilities required to simulate multiple blocks and systems and attain asic gatelevel signoff. See command reference for complete command list and syntax. Mentor graphics reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this. Modelsim users manual modelsim is produced by model technology incorporated. The questa advanced simulator is the core simulation and debug engine of the questa verification. Design libraries, verilog and systemverilog simulation, and vhdl simulation. These errors occur because the std library is not mapped correctly in the i file.
Modelsim modelsim reference manual vsim vcom sh, m, v vhdl compiler see below vdel sh, m, v deletes a design unit from a specific library vdir sh, m, v lists the contents of a library vlib sh, m, v creates a design library vlog sh, m, v verilog compiler see below vmap sh, m, v defines or displays library mappings. Conventions for command syntax syntax notation description. Creating locked libraries for multipleuser simulation environments. Mentor graphics reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contai ned in this publication without prior notice, and the. Vcom virginia 2265 kraft drive, blacksburg, va 24060 phone. I could write another tcl script to call vlog and vcom with the work flag set, but i would like to avoid that. Regenerate library image version returns vcom version work specify work library vhdl files to be compiled. Modelsim also adds the library to the list in the workspace figure 3 and records the library mapping for future reference in the modelsim initialization file modelsim. Then interactively work with the gui, as it already has dropdowns to compile. User account vcom edward via college of osteopathic medicine. Recommended for simulating all intel fpga designs intel arria fpga, intel cyclone fpga, and. Modelsim users manual this document is for information and instruction purposes.
This command may be invoked from within modelsim or from the operating. Read optimizing designs with vopt in the users manual for additional information. The only way to compile designs other libraries than work is to rename the work. The modelsim intel fpga edition software is a version of the modelsim software targeted for intel fpgas devices. Unauthorized copying, duplication, or other reproduction is prohibited without the written consent of model technology. Documentation conventions the following conventions are used to define modelsim command syntax table 11. This restriction does not apply to single model sim pe licenses locked by a hardware security key, and such model sim pe products may. This can be done with work switch in vcom like we did in the packages case or remapping the work into another library with vmap. Compile intel quartus prime simulation models manually with your simulator. User account edward via college of osteopathic medicine.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not. Modelsim command reference modelsim is produced by model technology incorporated. Modelsims awardwinning single kernel simulator sks technology enables transparent mixing of vhdl and verilog in one design. Slide the holder away from the power led look for the open indication on the card holder, the holder will pop open. Model technology model sim ee start here manual pdf. The questa advanced simulator combines high performance and capacity simulation with unified advanced debug and functional coverage capabilities for the most complete native support of verilog, systemverilog, vhdl, systemc, sva, upf and uvm. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of model technology. How can i setup quartus or modelsim in order to see my toplevel file and the altera. Vcom carolinas 350 howard street, spartanburg, sc 29303. Work is the library name used by the compiler as the default destination for compiled design units. Note that vcom always compiles sources to the library work. This ini file must be used when creating the modelsim project in order for the libraries to be mapped into modelsim correctly. Regenerate library image version returns vcom version work specify worklibrary vhdl files to be compiled.