Re: How Can I use an Existing PCB design with a New Schematic
You could have your Librarian create a template of the existing design and then use Job Management Wizard to Create a New PCB directory and import in the template of the existing PCB design. You will...
View ArticleIs there any way to update the PDB without replacing each part?
Packager fails with the error "The required symbol is not in the Parts Database" when trying to package a recent translated (DC2DX) schematic. The project packaged with just 4 warnings in DC before it...
View ArticleRe: HKP File will not import into Library at mirror site
We experienced the same problem. As a work around what we do is created a new library called TransferLibrary. Using library Services, copy the part from the Master library into the TransferLibrary....
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Re: HKP File will not import into Library at mirror site
In VX, have you tried using the File > EDX Export/Import. This would be the proper way to do this. ThanksVern
View ArticleRe: How to iterate through component via .NET(such as C#, in DxD or XDx)
The following is for XDx: 1. Add a COM reference to viewdraw in your project.2. Add a module to your project. Declare the following global variables in it: Public app as ViewDraw.Application...
View ArticleRe: Read composite symbols directly from Dx-Designer (EE795) using VB .NET
Check out this thread: How to iterate through component via .NET(such as C#, in DxD or XDx) It does not specifically pick out composite symbols, but the easy way to do that is make a separate list of...
View ArticleRe: How to set form position when called?
Are you using a .net environment or EFM? If .net, in your form loading subroutine, use me.location.X and me.location.Y.
View ArticleRe: Where can I download ModelSim SE 10.2c and/or 10.3 with expired maintenance?
Alright, will do.Thank you very much for your help.
View ArticleRe: License Expires in 30 after installing new license on server
Ken,You can edit the MGLS_LICENSE_FILE environment variable and remove the two local paths. Control Panel > System > Advanced system settings > Environment Variables (button) . You can also...
View ArticleRe: Last idea for Hyperlynx
It's interested that Mentor just annouces "Mentor Graphics New HyperLynx Release Integrates Signal and Power Integrity, 3D-Electromagnetic Solving, and Fast Rule Checking into One Unified Environment"...
View ArticleRF subgroup creation
I am at EE7.9.4 now. In Expedition PCB RF application, there is a Group/Ungroup function allows us to add group and add subgroup manually in interface. I would like to automate the add group and add...
View ArticleRe: Creating parts with symbols and no pins.3
Hi Matija,We get exact the same question from our customer and are puzzeling how to achieve this.So far without success.I wondered if in the meantime you have found a solution to solve the issue and...
View ArticleRe: Creating parts with symbols and no pins.3
Hi Greg,The working method you describe is also familiar with us and works great for placement in the layout only, but now the designer wants to place the mechanical part already in the design phase in...
View ArticleIntegration DxDesigner & Expedition in Teamcenter ?
Hi there, has anyone done this before? Are there any hints to avoid tripping hazards? Documentation seems to ne sparsely... my environment: EE7.9.5TC 11.2 BR, Thomas
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Distribute parts equidistantly
Hello all, Do you have any technique to distribute parts with their centers equidistantly spaced (horizontaly/vertical)? I'd rather not count grid spaces. X-ENTP VX.1 Many thanks
View ArticleDatum lines
After setting datum line for Y on corner of board I can't select corner of board for X datum. VX.1.2Drawing on drill drawing layer.
View ArticleRe: Calculation of pour area
Hello bakyaraj, I have done this successfully periodically.I export the copper perimeter to cam350, export as dxf then import to AutoCAD were since it is a closed polygon you can list the object and it...
View ArticleCould not check out a Hyperlynx license.
I have Hyperlynx 7.5 installed on my Windows 7 Pro x32 machine and receive the "Could not check out a Hyperlynx license." popup. My license is a node-locked perpetual license using a FLEXID-9 USB key.I...
View ArticleGetting Started with 3D
I'm beginning my adventure into PADS 3D design, and I was wondering where would be the best place to start. Are there any tutorials, videos, step-by-step instructions, etc... I've been browsing...
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