A first pass ASIC development methodology using logic emulation

This paper describes a printer controller design utilizing a logic emulator to verify the functionality of the ASIC prior to fabrication. The utilization of logic emulation for ASIC prototyping enables both hardware and software development as well as system verification to proceed in parallel. This methodology allowed Apple to develop a new printer controller ASIC with first pass success, significantly shorten development time of the whole printer system, and reduce the project cost and potential risks.<
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