I build my own fpga spartan 3 test board based on spartan 3E starter kit design.
When i power on my board, ISE impact can't detect my xilinx ic. How i can make sure my xilinx ic is in good condition.
First of all make sure you are using a new programming device coz Spartan 3E is not supported by Parallel cable 3 as I know.
I am assuming you are trying to program using JTAG. If so, then check your JTAG connections first (from your schematics and then continuity on board).
Check the power supply and after that check if there is any transaction on the TDI and TDO lines. If there is something on TDO line then it tells that FPGA is responding.
Hi i am new to fpgas .. i also want to build my own fpga board .. i ordered spartan 3 (xc3s50-tq144) & got that chip .. Please provide me schematics & if possible pcb board file .. my email id is joy_shukla@yahoo.in ..
Please reply me asap ..