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SYSTEM CASCON software

GOEPEL Electronics' SYSTEM CASCON software suite provides the industry's most comprehensive feature set, including intelligent Automated Test Pattern Generation and Diagnostic tools.

The performance of a Boundary Scan / JTAG system is defined primarily by the capabilities and architecture of the software used. As the first vendor worldwide, GÖPEL electronic developed an Integrated Boundary Scan Development Environment in 1991, known as SYSTEM CASCON™. This unique Boundary Scan Workbench has been continuously improved with new intelligent tools and innovative new software features. Today, in its fourth generation, SYSTEM CASCON™ has acclaimed the status of an open graphical Boundary Scan Operation System with special features allowing extending the test coverage to the complete Unit Under Test (UUT).
Designed to meet customer demands, the integrated architecture of SYSTEM CASCON™ allows for a flexible custom configuration in four aspects. GÖPEL electronic offers predefined Packages, Stations, and Editions for specific applications. These default configurations can be customized by upgrading and extending them with individual features. While CASCON POLARIS has been developed for FLASH and (C)PLD programming only, CASCON GALAXY is a universal software for test, verification, and programming. An integrated System Configuration and Licensing Manager provides the centralized functionality to handle this high degree of modularity and customization, controlled by Software Enable Codes. Existing installations can thus be upgraded at any time, even temporarily.
Logistics to automatically handle software updates and upgrades is available worldwide and 24/7 through our customer support website GENESIS.

SYSTEM CASCON™ Version 4.x

The SYSTEM CASCON™ software is a fully integrated software package for testing, verifying and programming via Boundary Scan which has been proven in the industry for more than 15 years. Application-specific versions are available for individual requirements in laboratory, production and service applications. Combining them with respective controllers and test accessories from GÖPEL electronic, powerful Boundary Scan testers are configured for various performance classes. Strictly focused on customer demands this integrated development environment represents the collective experience of thousands of hours of Boundary Scan in practice.

A test system's efficiency is determined by the software quality, especially in case of Boundary Scan. Even the best hardware cannot replace missing software features. Using SYSTEM CASCON™ application success is guaranteed from the beginning.
The software does the complete handling of the serial testbus protocol so that you can focus on the test problem. Maximum automation, from reading CAD and CAE data to test program generation and documentation, is provided with the integrated tools.
Verification debugging is also completely supported. Especially the laboratory phase benefits from the ability to test even highly complex designs up to system level at minimum effort. In addition, SYSTEM CASCON™ was the world's first program package to support flying probe testers (FPT).

The system provides all features for highest productivity in laboratory, production and service.

Main Features:

  • Integrated Boundary Scan development environment for test, verification, and programming
  • Special Boundary Scan programming language CASLAN with more than 150 commands
  • Push button ATPG toolsuite with Anti-Ground-Bounce features
  • Automatic fault diagnosics at cell, pin, and net level
  • Multi-Mode Debugger for interactive and interpretative test program execution
  • Two-step Boundary Scan testability analyzer for board and system level
  • Full network capability / floating license
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Six intelligent reasons to choose SYSTEM CASCON™


Intelligent Data Base

An intelligent, hierarchical data base built into SYSTEM CASCON™ references all structural and functional information available about the whole UUT. This allows the automated handling of non-Boundary Scan components such as R, L, C, buffer, memories, etc. in test generation, execution an diagnosis.
Intelligent Programming Language
Based on its intelligent data base, SYSTEM CASCON provides a powerful Boundary Scanprogramming language (CASLAN) that allows for advanced debugging of test applications. CASLAN can even include user DLLs to control external test instruments, allowing for extended Boundary Scan applications.
Intelligent Tools
Every tool in SYSTEM CASCON™ utilizes the information avaiable in the comprehensive UUT data base and provides intelligent algorithms for test generation, fault diagnostics, or data analysis. The Automated Test Pattern Generation (ATPG) tools, for example, generate CASLAN source code with 100% Boundary Scan fault coverage and active Anti Ground Bounce control.
Intelligent Protection
The intelligent protection concept automatically manages compliance patters and constraints as wekk as non-Boundary Scan structures for test/ISP generation and application without any conflicts. The validity and safety of manually created test vectors as well as the best bus integrity are constantly verified at run-time.
Intelligent Test Coverage
The data base concept and intelligent tools together allow for high fault coverage with a limited set of test vectors and pin level diagnosis by combining both Boundary Scan test and other test techniques. In addition, the innovative principle of a Virtual Scan Pin extends the Boundary Scan coverage.
Intelligent User Interface
The intelligent software structure of SYSTEM CASCON™ allows the definition of user accounts and a project oriented work flow (myCASCON). A consistent GUI supports all test and ISP applications and satisfies rewuirements in lab, production and field service environments. A Floating License provides flexibility for worldwide utilization of the tools.

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Four aspects to consider in order to optimize your SYSTEM CASCON™ configuration


Test and / or In-System Programming (ISP)
With CASCON GALAXY® and CASCON POLARIS™ two predefined Packages are available. POLARIS™ is configured exclusively for programming FLASH and PLD/FPGA devices, whereas CASCON GALAXY® is designed for both test applications and ISP applications.
Stand-alone in Laboratory or Production, or integrated in other ATE
For all SYSTEM CASCON™ Editions three Stations exist. The Development Station (DS) provides tools for generation and execution of test and ISP procedures. A Test Station (TS) and Execution Station (ES), are used to execute previously developed test and ISP procedures. A Test/Execution Station as DLL (TS/DLL, ES/DLL) can be used to integrate SYSTEM CASCON™ into other ATE.
Complete Tool Suite or Individual Tool
Based on predefined Editions and optional tools, the user can customize the tool box available in SYSTEM CASCON™ to match the specific requirements of his/her application, test strategy and corporate environment. Upgrades are possible by purchasing individual tools or directly from one Edition to the next higher Edition or Package.
Node Locked License or Floating License
A single user license allows one user to work with the tools, even if several user accounts are set up in SYSTEM CASCON™. Application data can be stored locally or on the network, the location can be defined individually for each user. A Floating License enables the distributed use of the tools throughout the network, as long as the user’s PC is connected to the license server. Multiple licenses can be purchased for complete Editions as well as for individual tools to allow concurrent use by multiple users.

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SYSTEM CASCON screenshots:

Design InspectorSYSTEM CASCON Component Explorer SYSTEM CASCON Application Inspector SYSTEM CASCON Multi-Mode Debugger SYSTEM CASCON Production Inspector

Available Packages:

SYSTEM CASCON™ is available in various packages to meet your specific application requirements. 

Please contact us for help with selecting the right tools for your JTAG / Boundary Scan needs, for a 30 day evaluation of the SYSTEM CASCON software suite, or for a free Design For Testability analysis.

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SCAN VISION

SYSTEM CASCON™ offers a variety of add-on options, such as special ATPG and Diagnostic tools for advanced integrations in Flying Probe testers, or tools for the visualization of schematic and layout data. 

The SCAN VISION tool provides the following features: SYSTEM CASCON Scan Vision

Please contact us for further details about SCAN VISION and for any other questions.

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