Simulation Module

Simulation allows you to test a design thoroughly to ensure that it responds correctly in every possible situation before you program or configure a device.

You must supply input vectors as the stimuli for the Quartus II Simulator. The Simulator uses these input vectors to simulate the output signals that a programmed device would produce under the same conditions. In a typical simulation session, you create multiple sets of input vectors and check the resulting outputs.

Depending on the type of information you need, you can perform functional or timing simulation with the Simulator. Functional simulation tests only the logical operation of a design, while timing simulation tests both the logical operation and the worst-case timing for the design in the target device. The Simulation tutorial module guides you through the steps necessary to create a Vector Waveform File (.vwf), specify Simulator settings, run a timing simulation, and analyze the simulation results.

If you did not sequentially complete the Design Entry, Compilation, and Timing Analysis tutorial modules before starting this module, open & compile the simulation project. If you already sequentially completed the Design Entry, Compilation, and Timing Analysis tutorial modules, proceed to Section 1: Create a Waveform File for Simulation.