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15 years ago

Backtrace while converting sof file to pof file for flash programming

I am using the NIOS II IDE to program a flash EPCS4 device with time-limited configuration data for my Cyclone II design. I get the following error: Info: Command: quartus_cpf --convert...
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Altera_Forum
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15 years ago

Why is there a "flash programmer" menu item in the NIOS ide then?

Also, I was under the impression that "time-limited" means that when programmed via JTAG the device works for unlimited time, but when programmed by config flash chip it is time limited to 1 hour - am I incorrect?

My use case is for a portable device, so I'm looking to be able to turn it on and use it without a super long jtag cable...