ADEXL: Change config file and re-run simulation automatically
Hi,I want to do the following 5 times with a new schematic view every time:1. Run a simulation2. Switching schematic view on one cell in the config file and re-runAny one have a good advice on how to...
View ArticleRemove duplicates from a list
Just wanted to share my solution to this common problem. (defun nub (l "l") (let ((table (makeTable "" nil))) (foreach e l table[e] = t) table->?))Output: (nub (parseString "Banana Rama" "")) =>...
View ArticleSearch and Replace
Hi Experts,Does ic5141 have any S&R utlility? If yes where can I find it?I also need a SKILL script that would place all the symbols in a library into one schematic. Here is the description of what...
View ArticleAdd tcl script to tcl/tk Application Dashboard
Hi, I have created a small tcl script to modify the some properties on the Title Block. I wish to add the Script to the TCL/Tk Applications Dashboard.I followed the instructions in the...
View ArticleSkill Code to modify pin names
I've written a skill code that is supposed to change one of the pin names of a given cell from an old value to a new one in the schematic and symbol views. It works well on the surface but gives a...
View Articlepadstack definition help
Hi all ! I'm trying access to padstack definition & get height and width values of regular pad, but I don't know how to do it. I only found some attributes likes drillDiameter, objType........
View ArticlePCB Editor - Replicate / Create
We used this command in training class so I know it works...........I'm trying to use it on a new design. I have four "rooms" and the associated components "quick placed" into those rooms. In one of...
View ArticleThermal relief flash symbol not able display in PCB Editor.
I have added a flash symbol for the thermal relief while creating the pad but it is not getting displayed in the PCB Editor. Any help is great. Thank You.
View Articlehow to export to GDS in batch mode IN IC06.13
I am trying to export a layout to a GDS file in batch mode. I used to run PIPO STRMOUT command for IC5.14 but it seems this command no longer exists for IC6. I am wondering what is the proper command...
View ArticleWin XP 64 bit and OrCAD 16.6
Hi,I've just been given a computer at work for use with OrCAD 16.6 (PSpice in particular). The OS is Win XP 64 bit (XP Pro x64 V2003 SP2).Is this a complete non-starter?! I've read that OrCAD does not...
View ArticleOrCAD 16.6 PSpice 64 bit probe data
Hi,I've had OrCAD 16.6 up and running for a few days. I'm interested in the PSpice 64 bit probe data. (I believe this does not require a 64 bit operating system).Are the internal calculations done 64...
View ArticleFunction that returns a string value for the current cell view
Is there a function similar to geGetEditCellView() that will return the string value of the current cell view, as opposed to its database ID number?For example, I have a layout view open called...
View ArticleautosilkUtils.il
Hi All:Hopefully Dave Elder reads this ?I am running Allegro 16.5 S018 and tried to run the autosilkUtils.il SKILL script.Everything seems to work except it does not put the DRCs into the walker...
View ArticleNetlisting in 16.5
As I'm approaching finishing my first pcb design using 16.5, I have a few questions concerning netlist generation and loading into the board file.Throughout the board design process, there are...
View ArticleUsing .PWL for Input waveform for doing PSS (shooting method) & Pnoise
Dear All,I was trying to simulate my circuit (using PSS/PNOISE) which has mixer for downconversion.The clock for the mixers are coming from another circuit block.When I simulate with my clock source...
View ArticleInserting an image
Hello. I would like to add an image to my post. When I choose "Insert/Edit" image I need a URL for the image. I was hoping to select the image locally and upload it.
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Footprint shapes not showing solid copper
I made this connector footprint which requires solder pads around the perimeter to hold the connector to the board. They are on shapes on the etch layer with solid fill, but they always show as...
View ArticleTranslating a Layout PCB, character length
Good morning all, I tried to translate an old board, but some footprints get the "_" removed from the name. I believe this is because the names are more than 31 characters. I know how to change...
View ArticleEnable DRC By-Layer on Same net spacing constraints
Hello all,Can anyone tell me how to turn on the "Enable DRC By-Layer" in the same net spacing constraints tab under all layers-->all?Thank you in advance!
View Articlevirtuoso clipboard - exists?
Is there a way to do this?I'm looking at a schematic deep down in the hierarchy. I select some components. Is there a way to copy this to a "clipboard" - cadence-specific?What I'd like to be able to do...
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