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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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15 years ago

When you purchase the IP core, you will get rid of time-limited "feature" and then you will be able to generate the POF. Until then, I am afraid you will have to download using JTAG. After downloading you can disconnect the cable and the core will function for one hour, but there is no way how to load it to the flash.

Well, it is quite obvious, because then you could just add some watchdog to your board that will reload the fpga after one hour and you would get the function of the ip-core for free.