Since we’ve borrowed ZYNQ-7000 from the provided parts list, we plan to modify our existing plan to utilize the available ARM core on the board. I’ve researched the capabilities of the ARM core and how it can be used for the planned SoC integration.
Specifically, I’ve looked into how to load game ROM files. This will involve using a C library called xilffs on the ARM core to read the .nes file from the SD card. The data will then be pushed from the ARM’s memory into the FPGA’s BRAM using an AXI BRAM Controller.
I am on schedule (though the specific tasks need to be modified due to the new hardware). Next week, I plan to experiment with ROM file reading, nes file parsing, and data movement with the physical board.