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Proteus VSM Concept |
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| Proteus Virtual System
Modelling (VSM) combines mixed mode SPICE circuit simulation, animated
components and microprocessor models to facilitate co-simulation of complete
microcontroller based designs. For the first time ever, it is possible to
develop and test such designs before a physical prototype is constructed. A full
exposition of the Proteus VSM technology and features can be found here. |
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screenshot shows Proteus VSM simulating a floating point calculator. Hover the
mouse over the various components and windows to see more information. |
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How Is This Useful Educationally ? |
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| In addition to providing high
quality Schematic Capture and PCB
Layout for traditional computer aided design Proteus VSM is uniquely suited
to teaching students about the design and operation of embedded systems
solutions. For the first time a full virtual debugging interface is available in
software, obviating the need for expensive hardware and allowing your students
the freedom and flexibility to design and develop microcontroller solutions
without the need for a physical prototype. |
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| The following is a comparison of
Proteus VSM against a typical microprocessor hardware lab equipped with
evaluation boards and In Circuit Emulators.. |
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Hardware Lab |
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Proteus VSM Lab |
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Installation of hardware equipment
typically requires a dedicated lab. |
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Proteus
VSM can be installed in general purpose computer rooms anywhere on
campus.
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Equipping a hardware lab with In
Circuit Emulators is expensive. |
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Site Licences of Proteus VSM are
significantly discounted for educational use. |
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Test instruments such as
oscilloscopes, logic analysers and pattern generators add further expense. |
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Proteus VSM includes 11 virtual
instruments as standard. |
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The number of users is limited to
the amount of physical hardware purchased. |
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Unlimited site licences of Proteus
VSM have no upper limit on the number of users. |
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Reworking or modifying hardware
circuitry can be tedious and prone to errors. |
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Circuit design in Proteus VSM is
both simple and flexible, allowing students to experiment easily and quickly.
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Student error can result in blown
hardware components and additional expense. |
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Proteus VSM is totally safe and
virtual components are indestructible! |
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Students are limited to working on
the equipment within the lab. |
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All site licences include a
version for distribution to students. |
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Students must wire up hardware in
the lab before attempting software tasks. |
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Circuits for lab exercises can be
prepared in advance. |
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| Evaluation and
Pricing |
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| If you have any queries about the
features mentioned above or wish to discuss the suitability of Proteus VSM for
your course please feel free to contact us. |
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"The whole Proteus suite has been invaluable to us in delivering
our advanced BTEC Electronic Courses. The processor simulation is excellent and
very easy to implement." |
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Alan Duffy - Sutton Coldfield College. |
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for your support and a great product. This years new advanced students have just
finished their first project design using Proteus. They enjoyed it and I
appreciated the easy interface which allowed my students to learn the techniques
and processes far faster with reliable results." |
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Customer Testimonial |
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