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cis database configuration error
hi I m configured cis database ,after the place the schematic symbol from cis configured database getting the error message for "PLACE COMPONENT OPERATION FAILED" why this error message will...
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How to set NC Route in parameter file?
I need to set NC Route to "Separate files for plated/non-plated routing" to be selected by default.There isn't a line in the parameter file to make that a default.
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Plane layer clearance
It is possible to give enough clearance for unconnected pins for copper pour. Is there any way to increase the clearance for the unconnected pins in Plane Layer? Currently use Orcad Layout.
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Altium Designer 16 to Allegro Design Entry CIS
I'm trying to convert an Altium Designer 16 schematic to Allegro Design Entry CIS so I can do the PCB layout in Allegro.I spent most of the day yesterday on the phone with tech support at EMA with no...
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Trying to use activeparts in Orcad.
When I to go to activeparts in orcad, Place parts - select ICA, the software goes to Cadence.com and not the ACTIVEPARTS screen. Am I doing something wrong ?
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Batch processing DXF and PDF outputs
Is there an easy way to batch process the generation of DXF and PDF? I have a customer who wants a dxf and pdf of each layer. Doing them one by one is time consuming. Need something like the Gerber...
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.bxl file importing
There are a number of manufacturers who are using the .bxl file format to specify the footprint.Is there any reliable methods apart from using the UltraLibrarian software to import .bxl into .dra format.
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How to automatically launch simulations replacing parts from different...
Example : i made a design with four diodes but each one can come from NXP or ON SEMI or other.I want to verify that whatever the mounted diode will be, the design will work => launching a PSPICE...
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why Do not Generate slot drill in NC file.
Hi , My name is Balaji. I designed one PCB providing oval slots. But while converting into NC Drill file, the oven slots are not visible.Thanks, Balaji.j
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PCB Foot-Printing of APDS-9960
Hi All,I am designing a PCB footprinting of APDS-9960(package is DFP) by Package Symbol in allegro . I designed the PAD as per the information in the datasheet, but the problem is that while design the...
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Viper27 ST ic Import to PSPICE
I am trying to import the following model into PSPICE but I am getting an...
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Cannot create pad shape with void in the middle
Hi!We're trying to create a padstack with voids like the following part (the outer large pad) We get this error: "shape symbol cannot have a void in a shape". Unfortunately we can't do like in some of...
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Multilayer .cpm file for Cadence 16.6
Hi,I'm trying to learn Cadence PCB Editor Allegro GXL and Design Entry HDL 16.6. I searced for sample multilayer schematic and board files which are in same .cpm project, but i couldn't find. If you...
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Create Netlist Dialog Box
When I click the button to create a netlist from Design Entry CIS, the buttons to select the netlist directory or specify the input and output board files just aren't there. Even if I expand the...
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Design Reuse and Annotation of heterogenous parts in complex hierarchical...
Hi all,I'd like some help regarding Orcad 16.6 and complex hierarcical designs.I have been tasked to convert a complex design with reuse modules from DE-HDL to Orcad 16.6. The reuse module has a 2...
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can't find java to run javaw error message
When i start up circuit space 4.2 running on allegro 16.5 i get this java error.E can't find java to run javaw . where does this java reside? in the ema folder?Thanks,Tom
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PCB design of APDS-9960
Hi All,I am making the PCB of APDS-9960 in ORCAD 16.6 . I can netlist (with the usual renaming warnings) and open the netlist in Orcad PCB. I get a (correct) list of parts when I go to Place/Manually -...
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Adding drills to SMT ground Pad
I have a SMT IC that has a center ground pad. The recommended footprint (enclosed) is showing five vias in the pad, one in the center and one in each corner. Does anyone know how to add these vias in...
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how to design a pcb for manufacturing
hello guys, in fact this is the first time that i design a pcb for manufacturing and i wonder if there is a specific rules or restriction to follow ?? thank you
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