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The default gnd net topology is get extracted??
Hi...just i had start to work on the prelayout analysis on the capture 16.6 using signal explorer. In this analysis,when i try to export the specific net using signal explorer, default of ground is...
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Reuse the same circuit in multiple PCB designs
I have created the memory circuit as a module from 8 Layer Stack-up and i want to reuse the module in the 2 Layer Stack-up as well as i need to follow the Refdes sequences as per my current design....
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logomaker is unable to start at allegro command window?
Hi..I had entered the logomaker command in the allegro editor, then error occurs as Command > logomakerE- Unable to start program; makebitmapE- Unable to start program; potraceCommand >In install...
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Nets are not enabled during, component placement?
Hi..When i try to place the SMD & Through hole components inside my board, the components pin nets are not get enabled, also yellow colour mark outline is also get marked on corresponding pin.The...
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Netlist Aborting in allegro PCB editor 16.5
Hi guys, I got the following error while netlisting a design. i dont know what is the problem, if anybody knows or experienced on this error, pls help me to solve.#1 ERROR(ORCAP-36052):...
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stock footprints?
Is there a listing anywhere of the stock footprints and the names Orcad uses for them?For example, I have a 0464001.DR Littlefuse UMF, and don't know if there's a footprint already.
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why can't I remove the fixed property of a symbol?
Hi friends, I cant able to remove the "FIXED" property of a component. I tried many options like property edit ,update symbol & constraints also, but nothing happened....
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Foot print conversion from .LLB to .BRD?
Hi..I need to convert some footprints from .llb to .brd directly.I had tried option in layout tool-----> Catalog---->Create----> .... that conversion i is only possible in the OrCAD Layout...
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IC trace length calculation
Hello,how I can calculate the IC trace length (or better package delay) of any IC using only IBIS model? I need this data to match relative delay of nets in target PCB design.I think I need to make any...
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Generating the drill file for the PCB fabrication?
Hi.I had created the all manufacturing files for PCB fabrication. I had provided Enhanced excellon output, then generated the drill.I had tried several number of times and user preference options too...
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Orcad capture create date
(Is this the right place for an Orcad Capture post?)I have a schematic from a previous project that has enough elements in common to a new one, that I am editing the previous schematic. How can I make...
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How to compare two Schematic Capture Projects
Hi all,I am using OrCAD 16.6. I have two designs that I can't track the changes between them. I am wondering if there is a way to compare and find differences between these two designs? Afterwards, I...
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inserting a section to a heterogeneous part
Hi all, a question about inserting a section.I would like to insert a section between two sections of an existing heterogenous part.e.g, insert a section U?B between two existing sections U?A and...
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Differences between OrCAD Layout Plus, Layout, and Layout EE?
I am trying to support some old software here at my company while transitioning to Cadence 16.6.My license file supports older long term lease OrCad Layout Plus and Layout EE licenses.I need to know...
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Does drill chart visibility is shown in Gerber viewer
Hi..I had finished my board and finally drill chart is also been get generated. Then my doubt is in OrCAD layout, drill file will been get enabled drill chart table below, but in the OrCAD PCB editor...
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Allegro Design Publisher
I'm looking for some feedback in regards to Allegro Design Publisher.All I am really looking for is a way to print intelligent pdfs from Allegro. I want to print all layers at once and have the ability...
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Dimension fixed can not be deleted
I have a BRD file that was converted from 16.2 to 16.5. It has a leader line that was fixed in 16.2. I am unable to delete it in 16.5. Is there some way to change the property on this dimension?
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Licensing Question
We have a flex license for two Allegro PCB Design seats. While we renew and pay an annual maintenance fee on both licenses, if it happens that one is under utilized and we only use it sporadically, I...
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How to place an Off page on a schematic through command?
I am trying to place the Offpage on a schematic page through Placeoffpage commandi.e PlaceOffPage(x, y, libName, symbolName, OffPageName)Command i am writing is PlaceOffPage 3.0 4.0...
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diff pair : change a routed pair space due to constraint change
Hello,Due to change in my PCB stackup, I'd like to change quickly a lot of differential pairs since the space between the pairs has been modified.Is there a way to do it very quickly rather than...
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