Many users confuse the "Trial" with "Student" or "Academic" licenses. Here is the distinction:
| Feature | Trial License Limitation | | :--- | :--- | | | You can save your models, but they are watermarked. More importantly, models created during a trial cannot be opened after the trial expires unless you purchase a full license or renew the trial. | | Copy/Paste | Some older versions restrict copying large blocks of circuitry to discourage building massive libraries during the trial. (Check release notes for current version). | | Printing/Exporting | Exported figures (scopes, plots) often include a faint "Trial License" watermark. | | Commercial Use | Strictly forbidden. You cannot use the trial to generate data for a patent, production BOM, or client deliverable. Plexim tracks IP usage. |
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the PLECS trial license, from installation to advanced utilization.
While the full real-time interface requires a dSPACE or Speedgoat hardware purchase, the trial allows you to simulate how your model would perform in real-time.
: Use the link provided by the software to open a pre-populated Request a PLECS Trial License form on the Plexim website. Support and Learning Resources
Obtaining the license is straightforward, but it requires attention to detail. Follow these steps: