FAQ+on+1D+Checkoff

**Can I use Arduino for my game prototype?**
toc No. The reason is that we want you to apply what you have learnt in Computation Structure from Logic Gates, Digital Logic Design, Finite State Machine, and Designing Data Path. Using Arduino will shortcut all this learning processes.

**Can I use multiple of ALU in my game design?**
You should use only one ALU and design data path around it. Think of what you have learnt in Beta design and apply it to your game design.

**How do I implement a ROM in Mojo?**
Check Lucid tutorial on Creating ROM and FSM.

**How do you count the number of ALU function used?**
It will be counted based on how many different ALUFN combinations you used during the game operation.

**Can I just leave the Mojo FPGA board open without using any cardboxes to cover it?**
Yes. But you will risk your circuit to be damaged by people when they play your game during the exhibition.

**Can I use PCB prototyping board or strip board to connect all my discrete components instead of the card boxes and breadboard?**
Yes. In fact that would be a better approach. The reason why we only give card boxes is 1) it is a cheaper alternative, 2) we do not know the design of your circuit and interfaces.

But if you want to use those PCB prototyping board or Strip board, please go ahead and make order through the Lab Technologist.

**What are we going to do for Checkoff 3?**

 * Come early before your time slot (Demo Schedule)
 * Find a desktop, and open your lucid file in Mojo IDE before your time slot. It may take sometime.
 * Run your program on the FPGA. You may want to run your FPGA as a stand alone.
 * Open your project logbook at the same time for the interview.
 * During your demo, please explain your game, your design, and demonstrate to us, show us your schematics and answer the questions.

**What are we going to do for Checkoff 4?**

 * Burn your FPGA so that it runs as a stand alone.
 * You should already have the power AC-DC from your FPGA board, please collect the plug adaptor from Lab Technologists so that you can connect to the power point.
 * Check whether your game works with the given power plug.
 * Come early at 10am on the day of the Exhibition to setup your game station.
 * Invite people to vote. Stickers or voting app for visitors to vote will be placed around the exhibit.