FLEX Internal Tri-State Emulation
- Tri-State Buffers exist in the IO Element for Output Enable
- Tri-State Buffers don’t exist inside the LEs to perform internal tri-state. Instead, internal tri-state emulation is used
- Benefits:
- Eliminates Possible Bus Contention
- Location in Device a Non-Issue
- Cost Savings to Customer Compared
- Don’t Pay for Unused Tri-State Buffers
- Less Testing Required of Devices