Real Time Clock IP Core

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A completely synthesizeable IP core of a Real Time Clock (RTC) is presented here.

Specifications
1. Alarm Set capability
2. AM/PM notification
3. Last Alarm time memory

Info
HDL used  : VHDL

Tested on an Altera DE2 FPGA deveopment board.see the screenshots.


Download link to source VHDL files
http://www.mediafire.com/?ud1bt4zl05y5v6s

Bugs are always tricky.. so download, try , and report back if any exists.. But i am sure u will love to explore the code because.. it will teach u abt reading hardware pins, using it in digital logic.. driving 'LED 7 segments' and interacting with the design using push buttons and slide switches etc....


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