Streamlining Semiconductor Test Workflows
Semiconductor validation engineers face a challenging job with digital communication validation, which includes analyzing the digital protocols and struggling with spec coverage, particularly in timing validation. Additionally, maintaining a DIY solution becomes increasingly difficult over time, and engineers must possess comprehensive expertise in both protocol interfaces and hardware. As a result, engineers need:
- A turnkey solution for interactive and automated validation of common device control protocols, such as I2C, MIPI I3C, SPI, MIPI SPMI, and MIPI RFFE
- Easy-to-use interfaces for interactive tasks and automation
- Solutions that allow modular hardware for design flexibility and system configuration
Protocol Test Suite
- Perform interactive register read/write operations using standard digital protocols, such as MIPI I3C, I²C, SPI, or RFFE—or custom protocols using the Semiconductor Device Control Add-On.
- Test digital interface for MIPI I3C, I2C, MIPI SPMI, SPI, and MIPI RFFE target devices using the Soliton Protocol Validation Solution.
- Verify semiconductor device communication in a system with NI Protocol Analyzer Software for MIPI I3C and Protocol Analyzer Software for I2C, run with InstrumentStudio™ software.
- Leverage NI’s high-performance modular PXI hardware and Digital Pattern Instruments.
- Monitor and debug test systems interactively using InstrumentStudio software.
- Automate easier with NI LabVIEW, C#, Python APIs, and NI TestStand sequencing software.
Solution Advantages
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Access all details about Semiconductor Device Control (SDC), Protocol Validation Solution (PVS), and Analyzer in one convenient location, facilitating easy reference and comparison.
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Validate signal integrity and reliability within a few clicks.
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Explore features, use cases, and differences between products effortlessly, streamlining decision making and enhancing clarity.
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Utilize the same NI Digital Pattern module for SDC and PVS, with example configurations readily available, simplifying hardware selection and configuration.
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Achieve simple automation from external programming environments through APIs.
BUILD YOUR SOLUTION WITH THE NI ECOSYSTEM
NI offers a variety of solution integration options customized to your application-specific requirements. You can use your own internal integration teams for full system control or leverage the expertise of NI and our worldwide NI Partner Network to obtain a turnkey solution.
Soliton Technologies provides highly differentiated engineering services to global semiconductor customers of NI. As the creators of the LDO Measurement Suite Add-On for NI InstrumentStudio™ software, Soliton is capable of customizing or expanding the measurement capabilities to meet your application requirements.
NI works with customers throughout the life of an application, delivering training, technical support, consultation and integration services, and maintenance programs. Teams can discover new skills by participating in NI-specific and geographic user groups and build proficiency with online and in-person training.
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