Using the LabVIEW FPGA Module

The LabVIEW FPGA Module enables you to use LabVIEW to create VIs that run on the VST.

The LabVIEW FPGA Module includes a Functions palette with VIs that can control the I/O, timing, and logic of the device. The LabVIEW FPGA Module synthesizes your custom VI into a form that can be downloaded to the FPGA on the device.

When programming LabVIEW host code in Windows or LabVIEW RT, the FPGA module allows you to communicate with the FPGA VI that runs on the device FPGA. Use the following methods to communicate with the FPGA VI:
  • Read/Write Control methods—Use Read/Write Control methods on the host to write to and read from controls and indicators on the FPGA VI
  • DMA methods—Use DMA methods on the host to transfer data to and from the FPGA VI