Clik here to view.
Default Drawing Properties
We have noticed recently that there are a few default drawing properties that are being attached to the .dra when created from scratch. Can anyone tell me where these properties can be configured and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
3D Canvas Export
Hello,I am a newbie w/ SPB17.2 and latest hotfix.When looking at 3D canvas, I see the symbols with the step file shapes that were mapped to them.When I export (step and 3D pdf so far) all I get is the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to create Homogeneous packages in Allegro Concept HDL
Hi,I am using allegro concept HDL 16.6. In part developer, i want to create homogeneous package having 4 function slots S1-S4 with pin names from A1- A4. When i give pin numbering from 1 to 16 and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Thermal Pad Spoke Angle
Hello,I am a newbie to SPB17.2 w/ latest hotfix.I have created the padstacks that I need for my 1st PCB.I used a circle for the thermal pad and not a flash symbol.When I pour copper, the spokes are...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to Select Only Wires or Nets in Area in Schematic
Specifically in Design Entry CIS (17.2 S037), I can't find a setting that allows me to only select net wires in an area. I'm trying to quickly select all nets in an area to apply a net_physical_type...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Create Netlist renames nets instead of changing reference designators.
I have a design that has schematic changes . Unfortunately they also changed a number of reference designators for identical circuits . It looks like the ECO process does not have an option to change...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Easy way to manage footprints and padstack libraries
Each of my projects is different from others in terms of pcb foortprints despite the components names could be equal. Is there any way to assign footprints to parts in terms of projects and not adding...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Crefer data is not visible on schematic page
HI,I am using Allegro Concept HDL 16.6 version. I have created design having two pages and connected the pages using OFFPAGE connector( IN and OUT). I have given the same signal names as well. i am...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Unable to complete the loop of ECAD-MCAD collaboration using IDX format in 17.2
Is anybody using the IDX format? We have used IDF for years, but are starting to transition to IDX. We did testing using 16.6, and after a few bumps were smoothed out, we thought we had the process...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Can i create a capture schematic by pspice netlist
Hi everyoneI wish to find a way to import a text format into capture other than design xml. There is an option to create pspice netlist. but what does it do? i can only read it? PCB editor takes a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Free Gerber AND Drill-data viewer?
I have a habit of always wanting to make a check of the generated Gerber filesto see that what I wanted to be included really is there. For many years I have been using Pentalogix ViewMateknowing that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Do the new Rigid-Flex features of 17.2 version of PCB Editor require a...
Hello all,I'm currently evaluating the new 17.2 version of PCB Editor, and I'm using the same Allegro licenses that I was using for the 16.6 version: Allegro PCB Designer, High Speed option and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Eagle -> Allegro 17.2 Translation, Redefine trace signal
I have translated a large board from Eagle to Cadence PCB 17.2. The board used Blind/Buried Vias which were not translated into Cadence. The traces which connected to these Vias were all renamed to GND...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Can I shrink an imported schematic?
I took advantage of TI's online WEBENCH tool to generate a schematic for a voltage regulator circuit. The tool provides an EDIF and a configuration file. These are imported into OrCAD (17.2).The...
View ArticleClik here to view.
3d convas board shape not coming
hi every one In 3d convas 3d viewer board shape not coming exactly. like arcs board cuttings slots. what is problem please help me Thanks,Balaji.j
View ArticleClik here to view.
Remove footprint properties
When creating BGA footprints, we used the package symbol wizard with the default template. These symbols now have several properties that are not in the symbols that we created...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Flex PCB - Zones Definition in Gerbers
I"m having difficulty finding any documentation on the best way to communicate flex pcb zones in my gerber files to the manufacturer. I'm thinking I might create another film and just add the zone...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Only include PDF export properties
Hey Everyone,There is a nifty feature in Capture CIS 17.2 that exports PDF (File > Export > PDF) with properties of the component like part numbers, manufacturer, voltage, etc. But there is only...
View ArticleClik here to view.
adding vias to a part (symbol)
HiI'm new to OrCAD and have only done one design so far but I'm trying to figure out how to stick vias into a thermal pad. I have a QFN design from a friend and I can't tell if he did it as well but...
View ArticleClik here to view.
3D Viewer - Rotate
I'm starting to play with the new 3D Viewer. How do I view the other side of my PCB in isometric view? It looks to only show an isometric Top side and I want to see the an isometric Bottom side. Or...
View Article