MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.,
Sept. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --
Highlights:
- DesignWare ARC IoT Development Kit includes the necessary
hardware and software to speed software development and debugging
of ARC EM processor-based designs
- Silicon-proven hardware consists of DesignWare ARC Data Fusion
IP Subsystem and interfaces such as USB, UART, SPI, I2C,
I3C, PWM, SDIO and ADCs
- Synopsys' embARC Open Software Platform provides pre-verified
software for the Development Kit, including drivers, FreeRTOS
operating system, middleware and application examples
- Synopsys MetaWare Development Toolkit offers a
high-productivity programming environment including optimized
compiler, debugger and libraries
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced the new
DesignWare® ARC® IoT Development Kit to accelerate software
development and debug of ARC processor-based system-on-chip (SoC)
designs. The ARC IoT Development Kit includes a silicon
implementation of the ARC Data Fusion IP Subsystem as well as a
rich set of peripherals commonly used in IoT designs such as USB,
I3C and PWM. The Development Kit is supported by Synopsys' MetaWare
Development ToolKit, which includes a compiler, debugger and
libraries optimized for maximum performance with minimal code size.
In addition, the embARC Open Software Platform gives developers
online access to device drivers, application examples and a suite
of free and open-source software that enables them to speed
software development for their ARC-based embedded systems.
"The ability to start software development early in the design
process is critical for companies to achieve their time to market,"
said Larry Lee, Vice President of
Marketing and Sales at Brite Semiconductor. "By providing a
complete hardware and software IoT Development Kit that is anchored
by the ARC Data Fusion IP Subsystem, Synopsys enables developers to
rapidly prototype software and speed development of future
ARC-based SoC designs."
The ARC IoT Development Kit includes an ASIC implementation of
the DesignWare ARC Data Fusion IP Subsystem running at 150MHz on
SMIC's 55-nm, ultra-low power process. The ASIC also integrates a
wide range of common peripheral interfaces including USB, UART,
SPI, I2C, I3C, RTC, PWM and SDIO to enable designers to
use the same hardware and drivers in the final SoC implementation,
reducing the development effort. The Development Kit has an
on-board Bluetooth low-energy module for connecting to wireless
networks and a 9-Axis (gyro, accelerometer and compass) sensor for
developing wearable and other IoT applications. The ARC IoT
Development Kit is extensible through the available Arduino,
mikroBus and Pmod connectors.
The ARC IoT Development Kit is supported by a robust ecosystem
of development tools and software including the MetaWare
Development Toolkit, which enables the development and debugging of
highly optimized, high-density code. In addition, Synopsys' embARC
Open Software Platform gives software developers online access to a
comprehensive suite of free and open-source software such as device
drivers, FreeRTOS IoT middleware and application examples that ease
the development of code for IoT applications. The software in the
embARC Open Software Platform includes popular protocols used in
IoT devices and networking stacks such as lwip and commonly used
security protocols including MatrixSSL, WolfSSL and TinyDTLS. The
latest version of embARC Open Software Platform also supports the
OpenThread protocol, an open-source implementation of the Thread
networking protocol released by Nest Labs, Inc.
"With embedded software development consuming a significant
portion of the design process, having an integrated hardware and
software solution is key to helping teams speed the SoC development
process and meet crucial project schedules," said John Koeter, Vice President of Marketing for IP
at Synopsys. "Synopsys' ARC IoT Development Kit provides software
engineers with a silicon-proven platform that integrates all the
necessary hardware and software to help them accelerate the
development of their ARC processor-based SoCs for the Internet of
Things."
Availability
The ARC IoT Development Kit and
associated software is scheduled to be available in Q4
2017.
About DesignWare IP
Synopsys is a leading provider of
high-quality, silicon-proven IP solutions for SoC designs. The
broad DesignWare IP portfolio includes logic libraries, embedded
memories, embedded test, analog IP, wired and wireless interface
IP, security IP, embedded processors and subsystems. To accelerate
prototyping, software development and integration of IP into SoCs,
Synopsys' IP Accelerated initiative offers IP prototyping kits, IP
software development kits and IP subsystems. Synopsys' extensive
investment in IP quality, comprehensive technical support and
robust IP development methodology enables designers to reduce
integration risk and accelerate time-to-market. For more
information on DesignWare IP, visit
www.synopsys.com/designware.
About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) is the
Silicon to Software™ partner for innovative companies developing
the electronic products and software applications we rely on every
day. As the world's 15th largest software company, Synopsys has a
long history of being a global leader in electronic design
automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP and is also growing its
leadership in software security and quality solutions. Whether
you're a system-on-chip (SoC) designer creating advanced
semiconductors, or a software developer writing applications that
require the highest security and quality, Synopsys has the
solutions needed to deliver innovative, high-quality, secure
products. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains
forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including statements regarding the
expected release and benefits of the DesignWare ARC IoT Development
Kit. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact may
be deemed to be forward-looking statements. These statements
involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors
that could cause actual results, time frames or achievements to
differ materially from those expressed or implied in the
forward-looking statements. Other risks and uncertainties that may
apply are set forth in the "Risk Factors" section of Synopsys' most
recently filed Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Synopsys undertakes
no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, or
to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from
those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new
information becomes available in the future.
Editorial Contact:
Monica Marmie
Synopsys, Inc.
650-584-2890
monical@synopsys.com
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