Partitions in Library Manager in PADS VX
Hi,why the library Manager in PADS VX create the same partitions under PARTS, DECAL AND SYMBOL category?For example in my access database i have more than one table for IC (e.g.: OPAMPS, ADC, ecc..)...
View ArticleCharging Circuits and Ring Terminals
Good afternoon everyone. I need to advice/direction with regards to ring terminals. In one of the harness designs that I am working in we have multiple alternators. Some of these alternators have an...
View ArticleDecals that include a Placement Outline and a Component Outline
Has anyone had luck running Create PDF with a Component Outline (on any layer other than Top) that shows up OVER other Copper features such as SMT pads, thru hole pads, traces, copper shapes, copper...
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After turning on the DRP, has been stuck at 10% software not responding!
In pads layout ，I open the DRP ，After 10 minutes is still the same！ What should I do？
View ArticlexPCB (DisplayMessage) - Different!">(AppendOutput) "xDX Designer" ==> xPCB (DisplayMessage) - Different!
In xDX Designer exists the comfortable command AppendOutput which can create a User-Tab with Usermessages. I need the same Functionality in xPCB. But I only found DisplayMessage. This command has 2 bad...
View ArticlePADS VX.0 Central library and dxdatabook connection
Hi, I am using PADSVX.0 flow with ELDO central library in integrated flow. Without configuring dxdatabook, I can only use CL view.If I add ELDO databook to the settings, then I can use also...
View ArticlePDF Configuration (Annotations)
File > Create PDF > PDF ConfigurationIs there a list of the default annotations that are displayed when the "Create annotations that will display part attributes" is enabled?Is there any way to...
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Calibre - PEX pre-trigger issue
Hi everyone, I have recently started using Calibre PEX and have faced this issue and I just cannot figure out how to fix this issue. Everything from Calibre DRC and LVS is working perfectly. However,...
View ArticleHow to convert Allegro BRD file to ExpeditionPCB?
Hi All, Does anybody have an experience in converting Allegro BRD file to ExpeditionPCB? My platform is Windows7.I've got Allegro BRD file and now need to translate it into ExpeditionPCB. For this, I...
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About Pads VX.0 xDM Library Tools Problem!
I on http://www.pads.com/downloads/pads-download-evaluation to download the trial version of 14 days PADSVX, install the software, I use xDX Designer open software included with the example...
View ArticlePlease link your Digi-Key account to search for parts.
Gary, To use PartQuest now you must link to a Digi-Key account. I have tried two different browsers and can't get this accomplished. John W.
View ArticlePADS VX.1 now available on SupportNet
PADS VX.1 releases are now available on SupportNet. Be sure to check the "Important Release Information" section on each page to see if the important release information applies to you.PADS VX.1 on...
View ArticleOld communities
Hi, This might have been asked before but are you planning to add back the old communities like FPGA/ASIC, DO-254 etc? Would also be nice to add a Modelsim/Questa one, Thanks,Hans.
View ArticledefaultStyle.xml - What does "name" value mean to users?
Hi, In defaultStyle.xml, there is a section for "harness_node" with the object type and name. The default value is set to integer like "10" "20" and so on.What does "name" value signify? <default...
View ArticleDxDesigner to pads pinswapping
First what is the .db file generated when I use the pcb interface for pads ? Second I have PINWAP attributes set in symbols in the schematic. It seems the PINSWAP goes in the the .db file but not into...
View ArticleAllegro 16.6 to Expedition 9.4 translation.
Hello I have designs to translate from Allegro 16.6 to Expedition 9.4. Does Anyone here have both and can help me with the translation? I Can send the files. Yu? The option to extract Allegro ascii...
View ArticleQuestion about turning ON and OFF layer visibility in PADS Layout
In OrCad Layout I remember I could turn off all layers by hitting Backspace, then pressing "1" would bring ONLY the top layer. I loved the fact that after hitting Backspace, I could bring ONLY the...
View ArticleHow to run simple RLC analog Spice circuit simulation
I found a discussion on this topic but the links were broken. Hyperlynx (Newbie question) The response to the question looked interesting: "the R-L-C Circuit is a good starting with HyperLynx Analog...
View ArticleCan we use SVRF commands(AND,NOT,OR) in xRC deck?
Hi,I am writing blocking statements in XRC deck.Can i use AND,OR,NOT ...etc commands in the XRC deck?Actually i used it,but it doesn't showed any ERROR.But i couldn't find that derived layer in Calibre...
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