Arithmetic Operations using Xilinx FPGA

We often use basic arithmetic operations for synthesis - adders, multipliers & sometimes the division operation.

Some useful tips while using arithmetic operators:

• It is always recommended to use advanced options for synthesis in XST like “Use Mult”, “Use DSP” while using arithmetic operations.
• Check for customizable IP Cores. Most arithmetic operations are covered in FPGA vendor specific IP’s.
• However if you wish to use +,*,/ operators you will need to include libraries which define these operators. 

Table shows VHDL Libraries needed to be added for specific arithmetic operations