Quick Start

Overview

This guide helps you quickly get started with the EHANDBOOK Container-Build Toolbox for Simulink. After completing these steps, you’ll be able to generate your first EHANDBOOK container from a Simulink model.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

  • Installed the Toolbox for Simulink

  • Valid license configured

  • MATLAB/Simulink opened

  • A Simulink model ready to document

Generate Your First Container

Step 1: Open Your Simulink Model

  1. Open MATLAB

  2. Load or create a Simulink model:

    open_system('your_model_name')

Step 2: Access the Toolbox

The EHANDBOOK Container-Build Toolbox adds a dedicated menu or app to your Simulink environment.

  1. In Simulink, look for the EHANDBOOK or Apps tab

  2. Click on EHANDBOOK Container-Build Toolbox

Step 3: Configure Container Generation

  1. Set the output location for your container file

  2. Configure documentation options:

    • Model hierarchy depth

    • Include/exclude specific subsystems

    • Mask image generation

    • Signal documentation

  3. Choose container format options

Step 4: Generate Container

  1. Click Generate Container or Build

  2. Wait for the generation process to complete

  3. Check the MATLAB console for progress messages

Step 5: View the Result

Once generation is complete:

  1. Locate the generated .ehb file in your output folder

  2. Open it with EHANDBOOK Navigator

  3. Explore your interactive model documentation

Next Steps

Now that you’ve generated your first container, explore these topics:

Common Issues

Toolbox not visible in MATLAB:

License errors:

  • Verify license with ETAS License Manager

  • See Support for assistance

Generation fails:

  • Check MATLAB console for error messages

  • Ensure model is saved and has no errors

  • Verify system meets System Requirements

Additional Resources