Datasheet

SCEA019 - January 2001
7–120 Texas Instruments GTLP Frequently Asked Questions
39 How do I get HSPICE Models?
TI has pioneered new modeling technology and will offer encrypted Level-37 HSPICE models
that can be downloaded directly from the internet without a confidentiality agreement.
Encrypted HSPICE models for all GTLP devices will be available directly from the IBIS home
page.
HSPICE models provide better device modeling capability than IBIS models. Generally,
HSPICE is used for device simulation and IBIS is used for integrated board-level simulation.
Unencrypted Level-37 HSPICE models require confidentiality agreements to protect TI device
technology. Multiple files (device, package, process, other, readme, up to 12 total for each
device) are sent for HSPICE models.
40 Why does the unencrypted Level-37 HSPICE model require a
confidentiality agreement?
Confidentiality agreements are required because proprietary information that TI does not want
disclosed to competitors is contained in the HSPICE model. The confidentiality agreement
must be approved by both parties prior to sending a nonencrypted HSPICE model. Most GTL
HSPICE models require a confidentiality agreement, whereas no GTLP HSPICE models do.
41 How should I request a confidentiality agreement?
Contact your TI Sales Representative or the GTLP technical team at [e-mail] for
assistance.
42 What does the encrypted HSPICE model zipped file contain?
The encrypted HSPICE model zipped file (for example, GTLPH16612) contains the following
files:
GTLPH16612INC.INC
ASL2BSN37INC.INC
ASL2BSS37INC.INC
ASL2BSW37INC.INC
TSSOP56MOD
README.TXT
RUN.SP
Both encrypted and unencrypted Level-37 process models require a one-time patch from
Avant!. for the HSPICE simulation software. Provide the following information to Jeff Brunson
([e-mail]) (972-480-2481) and the patch will be provided at no charge:
Company Name:
Full Address:
Contact Name:
Contact E-mail:
Node ID: