ICAP/4 Rx

Your Prescription for Reduced Complexity

ICAP/4Rx is a fully integrated, mixed-signal design simulation system that includes everything you need to reliably complete all types of board, engineering system and IC-level design. Whether you are looking to upgrade your evaluation version of ICAP/4, or getting started with a robust SPICE offering, ICAP/4Rx strikes a perfect balance between ease-of-use, full power and very low price. It has the capacity to handle tough designs, yet removes the learning curve associated with using extensive SPICE analyses. With today’s demanding analog and mixed-signal design, simulation power, ease of use and affordability lie at the apex of tool requirements, as provided by ICAP/4Rx.

ICAP/4Rx includes “SpiceNet,” Intusoft’s 5th-generation design entry tool. SpiceNet provides a patented layering and configuration system that enables the creation of different schematic layers (example: power supply, signal processing section, amplification circuitry and final output stage), quick wiring between layers, and “highlighted” visibility of all layers from the composite design. Schematic layers can be saved to create different design configurations for debugging initial design functionality, regression testing, production, military standard, PCB layout, etc. Design changes invoked in one configuration are automatically propagated to all other versions, saving time and optimizing design management. SpiceNet even displays operating point data, waveforms, and user-created artwork and text directly on the schematic at the click of the mouse.

Of course, ICAP/4Rx includes Intusoft’s time-tested “IsSpice4” analog and mixed-signal simulation kernel, featuring more enhancement than any SPICE kernel on the market for convergence, accuracy, speed and interactive capability. It also includes component and temperature sweeping for quickly generating curve families for powerful what-if analysis. It even has pole/zero analysis for improving design stability.

The “IntuScope” waveform viewer and post processor features 150 waveform calculator and signal processing operations, all scripted for optional modification by the user. It also features unique features such as three modes of updating previously viewed signals during repetitive debug runs, plotting of any variable verses another (e.g., gain vs. temperature), and view of multiple simulation run types at the click of the mouse.

ICAP/4Rx contains a surprising amount of ready-to-use simulation models, totaling 15,000+ parts of a wide variety. Analog, digital and a variety of special devices are included in the collection. These work with the industry’s legendary IsSpice4 simulation engine, which contains enhanced algorithms for superior design convergence, simulation accuracy and speed simply not found in competitive offerings.

But this is only the start of a long list of benefits found in ICAP/4Rx. See if the features listed below clearly make this offering the best choice for your design needs.

Highlights

IsSpice4: Intusoft’s significantly enhanced SPICE 3.F5 and XSPICE based simulation kernel
Unlimited circuit size for simulation of large-scale mixed-signal ICs, circuits and systems
Mixed mode simulation, including digital components with timing parameters, behavioral blocks for special components and mixed-engineering system design
Fully integrated design entry and simulation system, interactive for fast design changes and debug
Unprecedented technical support program, full documentation and on-line help within all applications

Simulation Environment

All SPICE analyses: AC, DC, operating point, transient, for./rev. fourier, temperature, noise, AC & transient sensitivity, distortion, parametric sweep and interactive sweep
Several types of analyses run sequentially with multiple real time wave views
Analysis and convergence wizards to eliminate learning curve and need for spice syntax
Fast single or nested component sweeps for stepping values, part parameters or temperature through a range, generating curve family

Models

SPICE 2G through SPICE 3F elements and IBIS v3.2 support
Comprehensive SPICE Model Library (15,500+ components), including digital model libraries of more than 500 parts
Advanced behavioral modeling such as math expressions, if-then-else, and AHDL
Enter expressions for R, L and C models such as frequency, temperature, and conditional statements to alter simulation
MESFET models including, HMET and Anadigics model
MOSFET models including very latest EKV, BSIM3 and BSIM4
Lossy Transmission line model
Vendor supplied IC models

Other Key Features

Waveform, operating point information and custom artwork displayed directly on the schematic
Real time waveform display of ALL voltages, currents, and power dissipations
Industry’s most advanced wave viewer “IntuScope” for viewing multiple simulation runs, extracting numerical data and performing numerous waveform operations. Includes all voltages, currents, power dissipations, multiple graphs, full set of cursor measurements and wave markers, plus extensive wave calculator of 150 operations
Cross probe any node or component on schematic after simulation and view instant waveforms on schematic, or in IntuScope
Storage of simulation setups and post-simulation waveforms for regression testing
Compatible with SPICE netlists
Affordable price point with truly useful features not found in competitive offerings

ICAP/4 Rx

Your Prescription for Reduced Complexity

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