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Typographic Conventions
Visual Cue
Meaning
Courier type
Signal and port names are shown in lowercase Courier type. Examples: data1, tdi,
input. Active-low signals are denoted by suffix n, e.g., resetn.
Anything that must be typed exactly as it appears is shown in Courier type. For
example: c:\qdesigns\tutorial\chiptrip.gdf. Also, sections of an actual
file, such as a Report File, references to parts of files (e.g., the AHDL keyword
SUBDESIGN), as well as logic function names (e.g., TRI) are shown in Courier.
1., 2., 3., and
a., b., c., etc.
Numbered steps are used in a list of items when the sequence of the items is
important, such as the steps listed in a procedure.
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■
Bullets are used in a list of items when the sequence of the items is not important.
The checkmark indicates a procedure that consists of one step only.
The hand points to information that requires special attention.
v
1
c
A caution calls attention to a condition or possible situation that can damage or
destroy the product or the user’s work.
A warning calls attention to a condition or possible situation that can cause injury to
the user.
w
r
The angled arrow indicates you should press the Enter key.
The feet direct you to more information on a particular topic.
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