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"Selecting Software Development
available software development tools for Blackfin processors. Most devel-
opment tools available for Blackfin processors provide a cycle accurate
simulator which can develop initial algorithms and applications without
the actual hardware.
Selecting Software Development Tools
Because Blackfin processors are programmable, software development
tools are required to author software applications. Typical software
development tools include a C/C++ compiler, run-time libraries, assem-
bler, and a linker. Emulation, simulation, debugging, and project
management capabilities vary, based on the tools vendor. The process of
selecting tools is shown in
Currently, three sets of software development tools are available for the
Blackfin processor architecture:
• VisualDSP++ 4.0 from Analog Devices
• MULTI® from Green Hills Software
• Open Source GCC tool chain and µClinux
Each offers advantages for different types of applications. This document
focuses on the Analog Devices VisualDSP++ tool chain, which is the most
popular set of tools and provides the best starting point for new users.
Other software development tools are available in languages such as Japa-
nese and Chinese. Contact your local Analog Devices sales office or
distributor for more information.
VisualDSP++ From Analog Devices, Inc.
VisualDSP++ is an easy to install and easy to use integrated software devel-
opment and debugging environment (IDDE) that enables efficient
management of projects from start to finish from within a single interface.
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Tools", provides a summary of the
Figure 2-2 on page
Getting Started With Blackfin Processors
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