FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
| Boundary Scan Software Platform
SYSTEM CASCON™ revolutionizes interactive graphical Hardware Verification |
| During NEPCON UK in Birmingham,
GÖPEL electronic, world-class vendor of JTAG/Boundary Scan
solutions
compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.x, introduced
a new generation
of intelligent tools for interactive hardware verification named
ScanAssist™ as part of the Boundary Scan software platform
SYSTEM
CASCON™. The new tools enable the real-time activation and analysis of individually defined logic states directly in the target hardware (Pin/Net Toggler) without prior test program generation. They feature an unrivalled intelligence and automatically identify potentially unsafe or for the hardware harmful vectors as well as logic states of non-Boundary Scan nets and pins (cluster logic). The new tool suite is complemented by the next generation interactive graphical visualizer SCAN VISION™ III, which has been developed in partnership with ASTER Technologies within the frame of an OEM agreement. In addition to the native schematic and layout cross probing, SCAN VISION™ III offers the innovation to apply a data flow oriented, virtual schematic for interactive logic probing in a completely integrated development environment. “With these new tools we’re the first vendor to close the gap between the requirements to graphically analyze logic states of the target hardware quickly and with a high degree of flexibility while considering non-Boundary Scan circuit parts during the verification and most importantly preventing damage to the target hardware by faulty or unsafe vectors“, Thomas Wenzel, Managing Director Boundary Scan Division at GOEPEL electronic, gladly announces. “Based on the tight cooperation with ASTER Technologies, we’re now able to enormously enhance our second generation Boundary Scan visualization capability. The entire solution sets a new standard for fast, flexible, and safe prototype hardware verification (Rapid Prototype Test)”. Christophe Lotz, Managing Director of ASTER Technologies said: “We are pleased to be associated with Goepel Electronics and have the opportunity to demonstrate the seamless integration of our advanced board viewing technology within SCAN VISION™ III. It is a clear indication of ASTER’s continued commitment to work closely with the industry’s leading test equipment suppliers.” The new ScanAssist™ Interactive Pin Toggler complements the existing ScanAssist™ Multi Mode Debugger, creating a complete debug tool suite. The new tool uses the central data base of SYSTEM CASCON, and in active state initialises all Boundary Scan structures and assembles the test vectors. That means the user doesn’t need any knowledge about specific TAP control sequences and operation modi, and can rather concentrate on verification tasks. Logic levels can be provided in object browsers and ASCII files as well as in Schematic and Layout Visualizer. The ScanAssist™ Interactive Pin Toggler can reach especially high performance in combination with the innovative SCAN VISION™ III Visualizers, which can be completely integrated in SYSTEM CASCON. In addition to standard browsing functions, SCAN VISION III Visualizers allow net and pin oriented color presentation of logic states and detected faults. The Virtual Schematic principle enables the synthetic combination of native schematic sectors, improving the debug process efficiency. A tracing of the entire debug session is possible since all user interactions are recorded. Individual pin toggles can be combined in groups and applied with one vector. Additionally, there’s the option to export individual or all recorded vectors as CASLAN test program. In this context, the ScanAssist™ Inteactive Pin-Toggler can be utilized as tool for interactive test program generation. ScanAssist™ and SCAN VISION™ III will be integral part in SYSTEM CASCON™ version 4.4 and higher, activated per license manager. All tools are compatible with all SCANFLEX® and ScanBooster™ Boundary Scan controllers based on PCI, USB2.0, LAN, PCIe, PXI, PXIe, VXI, and FireWire. GÖPEL electronic, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Jena/Germany, is a worldwide leading vendor of innovative JTAG/Boundary Scan / IEEE 1149.x components and systems, providing mature software tools, high-performance controllers and accessories, as well as comprehensive product support and value added services. The company, with an annual turnover of more than 16 million Euro in 2006, employs 125 people and maintains offices in Germany, France, Great Britain, and the United States of America. An extended distribution and service network ensures excellent on-site and local customer support throughout the world. Additional information can be found at www.goepel.com ASTER Technologies is the leading supplier in Board-Level Testability analysis tools which capitalizes on proven expertise in board testability, developed through strong customer relations. Founded in 1993, ASTER has developed a wide range of products dealing with electronic PCB Testability, Visualization and Quality Management. Our skilled employees constantly develop and enhance a suite of complementary products, while our global network of specialists support our worldwide installed base, including independent support centers, distributors and value added resellers. For more information about the company and its solutions, please visit www.aster-technologies.com. |
| GÖPEL
electronic
GmbH Göschwitzer Str. 58/60 07745 Jena/ GERMANY Contact: Stefan Meissner Tel: +49-36 41 68 96-39 Fax: +49-36 41 68 96-44 Email: s.meissner@goepel.com Internet: http://www.goepel.com |