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14 years ago

Newbie - Where to put my Time/Energy

Hi All, I am new to FPGAs with a strong background in embedded micros. I have a new project where an FPGA would be a good fit. I have started into the FPGA world having: Installed Quartu...
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14 years ago

Dave,

Thank you again for the valuable advice. I think you are right, however I end up using (or not using) the tools, this is the easiest way in.

I am still not sold on the need for the FPGA and time/money is of the essence. I think an ARM micro running at 120MHz may be just fine. I will have to do some number crunching to find out.

I will be a bit disappointed if the micro is ok as I am interested in learning technology that is new to me....

Rich