How To Measure Clock Frequency in FPGA
Use the FPGA logic to detect and measure the clock used in you VHDL design
When you use an FPGA you always need a clock unless you are implementing a huge asynchronous logic....
in this case your design need to be deeply revised.
After the VHDL simulation you are ready to start test the design on a board.
Program the FPGA and when you start the debug of your VHDL often your design doesn't work as it should!
Did it happen to you?
It is normal, you should be aware when your design works at the first run :)
Generally the main issue when you test your FPGA and it doesn't work are:
- the reset signal is hot correctly handled;
- the clock is missing or has a wrong value
It could be strange but it is true!
In this course you will learn how to use the FPGA itself to check the clock inside your VHDL design.
Happy learning!
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