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KDuma
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7 years ago

Hi All, Just wanted to know... Is there a way to convert *.POF file to Schematics file?

We are using MAX 7000S series CPLD in our product lines which were developed long long ago. Since MAX7000 series is now obsolete, we plan move to other CPLD series. we do not have source files. we ...
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ak6dn
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7 years ago

Actually the .pof file IS used to program the EPL7000S series device. However, as stated there is no known way to convert the compiled binary .pof file back to some kind of source. You are SOL on that, I am afraid. Theoretically, given enough info (Altera proprietary) and time one could write a disassembler that reads a .pof file and produces a netlist of wire connections and cell configurations. However it requires Altera proprietary info that is not generally available. If you are a big enough/ important enough customer you could always ask. However the fact you are asking here means you are neither,