The Proteus VSM Advanced Simulation Option can be added to all Proteus PCB Design and Proteus VSM products including the Starter Kit. It extends the functionality of the basic simulator to provide a full range of graph-based analyses. Graph based simulation is akin to conventional SPICE simulation where you first draw the circuit, set-up source generators, select points to be monitored and then run the simulator. When the simulation is complete the results are displayed and you analyse these at your leisure. The Proteus Design Suite with the Advanced Simulation Features module makes this as effortless as possible.

Advanced Simulation Features Module Enables:

• Analogue Transient Analysis
• Distortion Analysis
• Digital Transient Analysis
• Transfer Curve Analysis
• Mixed Mode Transient Analysis
• DC Parameter Sweep Analysis
• Frequency Analysis
• AC Parameter Sweep and Operating Point
• Fourier Analysis
• Digital Conformance Analysis
• Noise Analysis
• Interactive Analysis

Advanced Simulation Features Module Functionality:

• The full functionality of the simulation core and the features in the Basic Simulation Package.
• Graph based simulation of all the aforementioned analyses types.
• Graphs displaying analogue, digital and bus data. Frequency plots show gain and phase in dB or linear measurements.
• Audio Analysis computes a waveform and plays it to your sound-card. Results can be exported as a *.wav file (and later imported via the audio generator if required).
• Interactive Analysis runs an interactive simulation and captures the results onto a graph.
• Digital Conformance analysis.
• Probe expressions allow plotting of mathematical functions derived from measured voltage and currents.
• Take accurate measurements using graph cursors.
• Export simulation results to other software (e.g. Excel) in CSV format.

Conformance Analysis - Unique Quality Assurance Tool

A conformance analysis compares one set of digital simulation results against another. The idea is that a design that has been previously accepted as working can be quickly re-tested after modification in order to prove that there have been no unwanted side effects arising from the change. This is particularly relevant in micro-controller based applications where the entire firmware program may need to be re-tested after changes have been made to the source code.

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	VSM Software does not Include ARES PCB Layout Software

What are the Proteus VSM advantages?

The Proteus Design Suite is wholly unique in offering the ability to co-simulate both high and low-level micro-controller code in the context of a mixed-mode SPICE circuit simulation. With this Virtual System Modelling facility, you can transform your product design cycle, reaping huge rewards in terms of reduced time to market and lower costs of development. * Please read the whole article here.

• Schematic entry
• Circuit Simulation
• Co- Simulation of Microcontroller Software
• Source Level Debugging
• Diagnostic Messaging
• Peripheral Model Libraries

Why use Proteus VSM?

Proteus VSM was the first product to bridge the gap between schematic and PCB for embedded design, offering system level simulation of microcontroller based designs inside the schematic package itself.

Over ten years later, Proteus VSM is still leading the field with more microcontroller variants and peripherals than any competing product, better debugging tools and instruments and a consistent focus on innovation. * Please read the whole article here.

The main benefits are:

• Flexibility
  • An Experimental Canvas for Design
  • Write Firmware for Virtual Hardware
  • Change Either Quickly and Easily
  • Freedom to Create, Test and Perfect
• Productivity
  • Faster Bug Fixes
  • Fewer Design Iterations
  • Enables Parallel Development
  • Shorter Time to Market
• Cost
  • Reduced Development Time
  • Reduced Debugging/Testing Time
  • Reduced Manufacturing Delays
  • Reduced Equipment Costs
  • Reasonable Cost of Ownership

The Proteus VSM Concept

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.

Whilst we believe Proteus VSM is functionally so far ahead of any other product that it really has no competition, you may also want to look at our competitive analysis to compare features against other offerings on the market or read some existing customer comments.

How is this Useful Educationally?

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.

The following is a comparison of Proteus VSM against a typical microprocessor hardware lab equipped with evaluation boards and In Circuit Emulators..

Tutorials and Resources

The following resources will help you get started quickly with the Proteus Design Suite:

• Detailed written tutorials and walkthroughs via the Help Menu in both ISIS and ARES.
• Short videos covering some basic features of the software here : Demo Movies
• Dedicated e-mail support to quickly answer any questions you have here at Tigal and at Labcenter

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Limitations of the Demonstration Version

The Proteus Professional demonstration is intended for prospective customers who wish to evaluate our professional level products. It does not allow you to save, print or design your own microcontroller based designs (you can however write your own software programs to run on the existing sample design suite for evaluation), but does include all features offered by the professional system including netlist based PCB design with auto-placement, auto-routing and graph based simulation.