Step mapping
Hello,I am trying to map a step model of an SMA from grabcad.I clicked Setup, Step Mapping and get the Device/Package step mapping window.I can see the name of and can visualize the step model, but not...
View ArticlePastemask Keepout in Package
Does anyone know if it's possible to add pastemask keepout areas when editing a package? I can explain why I want to do this, but I figured I'd check if it's possible first.
View ArticleVias and Soldermask
Here is a basic question that I've never considered before: does Allegro treat the soldermask for vias differently than for the plated holes they're based on? I've always just used my standard plated...
View ArticleHaving the CIS-List sorted?
I wonder how to sort the entry list for Database Items in the CIS place canvas.I have created and used a Microsoft .MDB for a long time, and all data base categorys can be sorted while in the Access...
View ArticleDoube symbol
Hi guys,i have a new question. Is possible in capure cis to have a doube symbol?For example about connector. For a one project schematic (core desine) i can to have more different versions and more...
View Articlemark Option in Orcad library builder
I recently try to design unusual IC footprint based on "https://youtu.be/ixCfKwB2NzU" and my orcad version is 16.6.62I get confused about mark option and 3 point cut , How is this option works? thanks
View ArticleAllegro zoom graphics
When I'm zoomed out on a design the graphics are blurry. It feels like it may be the line width (not cline) is displayed at a particular width regardless of the zoom level. It may be a setting that I...
View ArticlePlacement of Gerber files
Using version 17.2 S039 and trying to generate my Gerber files. Just updated to version S039 and before was on S035, can't select where my Gerber are going to. Before it would ask you where you wanted...
View ArticleDims of soldermask and anti-pad
Hello,I am a newbie to PCB Editor.I have SPB17.2 w/ latest hotfix.I am creating some padstacks.When I inspect that padstacks in ../share/pcb/pcb_lib, I notice that the dims for soldermask and anti-pad...
View ArticleExport physical error
Hello Cadence community!I am performing an export physical (from CPM to MCM) and the operation is aborted because of the following error:"Error: Schematic supports automatically creating XNets using...
View ArticleHow to customize device type in Allegro
Hi Team,I want to add some customize info in the device type of components in Allegro. By default, device type follows format "source package_pcb footprint_value" from Orcad. I want to add part # and...
View ArticleCopper plane with complex shapes
Hello all,I need to create a copper plane in a relatively complex shape for my actual design. I have tried without any success importing a .dxf File with the shape description, as the tool only seems...
View ArticleDifferential Pair BGA Routing
I am having a hard time routing differential pairs out from a BGA. OrCAD seems to keep snapping the route in awkward paths that don't make sense to me. See image for example with lines in red being...
View ArticleDifferential Routing and Via Placement
I am trying to route differential signals to vias placed closely to fine pitch connector. For some reason I am not able to place the vias very close to the connector when I first place them. Its not...
View ArticleHow to Hide Hierarchical Ports for Isolated Power Rails
Hi folks,OrCAD Capture 16.6I am creating a design with multiple identical circuits so I have elected to use hierarchical blocks. Each h-block instance contains common power and ground inputs. In...
View Articlepath name wildcard syntax
Hello,I am a newbie w/ SPB17.2 and latest hotpatch.I created a separate directory for my symbols.Under that directory I have sub-directories by category.I can place those symbols if I list each...
View ArticleOrCAD CIS/CIP -- TMP parts & Formal Parts
Hi, looking for some help with this:When using OrCAD CIS/CIP database, is it possible to change a part (if you're the Admin) from a Formal Part back to a TMP part so that it can be edited by other users?
View ArticleError while generating a netlist
I have cleared DRC in schematic and while going to generate netlist, the options under pcb editor is blank and i have a error message that "Error intializing COM property pages:Invalid Pointer"after...
View Articlehow to output a gerber file of drill?
Hi All,I am looking for a single drill file. I can find it in AD, but I can't find it in allegro.We can get a NC drill file (I call it file1) by "Manufacture"->"NC"->"NC Drill".Select as the...
View Articlepart developer- HDL
What is the diff between key,injected and global property in the ptf ?
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