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ispLEVER Design Software Family

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ispLEVER 5.0 ispLEVER is the design software for all Lattice programmable logic products. All variations of ispLEVER include a comprehensive set of powerful tools for all design tasks, including project management, IP integration, design planning, place and route, in-system logic analysis, and more.

There are 4 variations of ispLEVER, tailored to meet your specific design requirements. Descriptions of each variation are below. Click the links to learn more.

ispLEVER

ispLEVER is the flagship design environment for the latest Lattice FPGA products.  It is provided on CD-ROM and DVD for Windows, UNIX, or Linux platforms, and can be ordered from your local sales representative or purchased online.

ispLEVER is supported by numerous industry leading 3rd party tools, giving you access to the most powerful simulation and synthesis environments available.

Every copy of ispLEVER includes Synplify Pro for Lattice from Synplicity.  ispLEVER for Windows also includes Active-HDL Lattice Edition from Aldec.

ispLEVER for Windows and Linux also include a USB Download Cable.

ispLEVER PRO

ispLEVER PRO includes all the features and functionality of the ispLEVER software, and adds the Lattice Lattice IP Value Suite, which includes DDR, DDR2, FIR Filter, FFT and Tri-Speed MAC IP cores. ispLEVER PRO is available via a 1-year subscription license on the Windows platform.

ispLEVER Starter

ispLEVER Starter is a downloadable version of ispLEVER for Windows. It is a complete design environment for selected Lattice digital devices.

ispLEVER Classic

ispLEVER Classic is a complete design environment for Lattice CPLDs and mature programmable products. It is downloadable from the Lattice web site.

NEW - ispLEVER Classic 1.1 supports the new ispMACH 4000ZE Ultra Low Power CPLD.

Choosing The Right Software Tool

The following matrix summarizes some of the more important features of the ispLEVER family.


ispLEVER
Win/UNIX/Linux		 ispLEVER PRO
Windows Only		 ispLEVER Starter
Windows Only		 ispLEVER Classic
Win/UNIX/Linux
Lattice FPGA/CPLD Support  

LatticeXP2 checkmark
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LatticeECP2M/S checkmark checkmark    
LatticeECP2 checkmark checkmark checkmark
LatticeECP2S checkmark checkmark    
LatticeSC/M checkmark checkmark  
FreedomChip checkmark checkmark

MachXO checkmark checkmark checkmark
LatticeECP & EC checkmark checkmark checkmark  
LatticeXP checkmark checkmark checkmark  
ispXPGA       checkmark
ORCA FPGA       checkmark
ORCA FPSC       checkmark
ispXPLD 5000MX       checkmark
ispMACH 4000B/C/V/Z/ZE       checkmark
ispMACH 5000VG
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MACH 4A3 / 4A5
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ispLSI2000/5000       checkmark
ispGDX/2       checkmark
ispGAL / GAL       checkmark
Software Features - Design Entry 
Project Navigator (Design management)
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Revision Control System checkmark checkmark checkmark checkmark
Schematic Design Entry Windows Only
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Text Editor checkmark checkmark checkmark checkmark
Tcl/Tk Recorder/Editor checkmark checkmark checkmark checkmark
sysDSP Library for MATLAB/Simulink / ispLeverDSP
 Windows: checkmark
UNIX/Linux: Requires Stand-alone simulator		 checkmark checkmark  
Block Modular Design for FPGA checkmark checkmark checkmark  
ABEL       checkmark
IPexpress (IP and Module configuration) Windows :checkmark
UNIX/Linux: Module only		 checkmark checkmark  
Module/IP Manager (Module configuration)       checkmark
Software Features - Simulation   
Power Calculator checkmark checkmark checkmark  
Static Timing Analyzer / Performance Analyst
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Lattice Logic Simulator
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HDL/SDF export checkmark checkmark checkmark checkmark
Software Features - Design Assistants
HDL Explorer
 Windows Only checkmark    
Constraint/Preference Editor
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Design Planner checkmark checkmark checkmark
 
IO Assistant
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Floorplanner       checkmark
ispExplorer       checkmark
EPIC Device Editor checkmark checkmark checkmark ORCA FPGA only
Software Features - On-chip Debug
Reveal Logic Analyzer Windows Only
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ispTRACY Core Generator checkmark checkmark checkmark ispXPGA only
ispTRACY Logic Analyzer checkmark checkmark checkmark ispXPGA only
3rd Party Software Included
Synplify PRO for Lattice - Synthesis from Synplicity checkmark checkmark
Synplify for Lattice - Synthesis from Synplicity     checkmark checkmark
Active-HDL Lattice Edition - Simulation from Aldec Windows Only
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Active-HDL Lattice Web Edition - Simulation from Aldec     checkmark Windows Only
         
Operating Systems 
Windows (Vista)
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Windows (XP, 2000) checkmark checkmark checkmark checkmark
Linux (Redhat Enterprise v3, v4)
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(Includes Classic Linux) 		    Included with ispLEVER
purchase only
Linux (Novell SUSE Enterprise v10 SP1) checkmark
(Does not include 3rd party tools, Includes Classic Linux)		     Included with ispLEVER
purchase only
UNIX (Solaris 2.8, 10)
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(Includes Classic UNIX) 		     Included with ispLEVER
purchase only
Licensing & Updates 
License Terms Perpetual 1 Year
Annual Subscription
Extensions available		 6 Months - Renewable 1 Year - Renewable
Node-Locked License Windows Only
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Floating License Windows:
Upgrade Available, see Note 1

UNIX/Linux:
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Software Service Packs
  Downloadable
 Downloadable N/A N/A
Software "New Version" Upgrades Included with Valid Software Maintenance Included with Active Software Subscription License
 Downloadable Downloadable
Note 1: If you wish to use ispLEVER for Windows in a floating node license environment, you must purchase an upgrade separately. There are two floating license upgrade products available. If you are installing your first/initial floating node using a Windows or Linux-based server, you should select the ispLEVER for Windows Floating Node License Upgrade with USB Keylock (LS-FLOAT-PC-KEY). This includes a USB keylock which must be installed in the server that is controlling the floating license. If you are adding additional nodes to any floating license environment, or using a UNIX-based server, you should select the ispLEVER for Windows Floating Node License Upgrade without USB Keylock (LS-FLOAT-PC-NOKEY). Both of these products are available via the Lattice on-line store.