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​ Debug Bus Interface for External Device Testing and Simulation

A project log for XiAleste

XiAleste Next is an 8-bit home computer, which is compatible with software for the Amstrad CPC6128 released on 13 June 1985

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The Debug Bus interface serves as a specialized channel designed specifically for validation and simulation of external hardware components. This dedicated interface provides direct access to control registers and status monitoring points, enabling comprehensive testing of peripheral devices without interfering with main system operations. Through structured command protocols, engineers can manipulate device configurations, inject test patterns, and verify responses in real-time across various operational scenarios. The interface supports both single-register access for precise control and block transfers for efficient bulk operations, making it particularly valuable for characterizing new hardware, reproducing field issues in lab environments, and automating validation test suites. Its architecture ensures deterministic timing and reliable data integrity, crucial for validating timing-sensitive interfaces and debugging complex interaction patterns between system components.

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