I have a DE2 (35k LUTS, IIRC) and it is a great platform. Tons of peripherals to learn how to write either HDL or software drivers! VGA, RCA Video (NTSC/PAL), S

I have a DE2 (35k LUTS, IIRC) and it is a great platform. Tons of peripherals to learn how to write either HDL or software drivers! VGA, RCA Video (NTSC/PAL), SRAM, DRAM, Ethernet, USB, IR, PS/2, RS232, SD card, and more! http://www.altera.com/education/univ/materials/boards/de2/unv-de2-board.html http://www.altera.com/education/univ/materials/boards/de2/un...