Instructions to Opt-in and Opt-out of the Sourcery CodeBench Customer...
These instructions are applicable to the 2013.05 and newer releases of Sourcery CodeBench.Note: This feature is currently available only on Linux hosts. Opt-In Instructions - Sourcery CodeBenchDuring...
View ArticleExpedition: Testpoint Report
This script will generate a tp_report.txt in the pcb/LogFiles directory of the Expedition pcb design allowing access through Expedition's FileViewer. It reports the total number of testpoints used,...
View ArticleTestpoint Report in Expedition
Author (required): Al Layson Platform/Format: VBScript Use case description (required)This script will generate a tp_report.txt in the pcb/LogFiles directory of the Expedition pcb design allowing...
View ArticleQuick Start Guide: Logging Into or Registering for Mentor Communities
To log in or join the Mentor Communities, just select the appropriate choice in the upper right corner of the home page: Returning members: You can use your same log in credentials you have always...
View ArticleRVE trying to open lower level cell to highlight result
If RVE is asking you to open a lower level cell to highlight a result when you were expecting it to just highlight at the top level, this TechNote contains descriptions of possible causes and solutions.
View ArticleNothing in Layout message when using LVS BOX with no DEVICEs
If you're trying to run LVS with only box cells (and with no layout devices expected anywhere in the design) and your run fails with a message like this: "ERROR Nothing in Layout" This TechNote...
View ArticleOutput both ASCII and GDS results in a DRC run
DRC errors are usually output in ASCII format for easy highlighting with RVE but sometimes people want to have output that can be opened in a layout editor. It's possible to create ASCII and GDS at the...
View ArticleFind area of input layer to DENSITY check
Wondering how to see the actual area of a layer that was used in a DENSITY check? It might not be there by default in your RDB output file from the DRC run but there are a few things you can add to the...
View ArticleCadence Virtuoso locks up intermittently when running Calibre RealTime
If you're experiencing intermittent issues with Cadence Virtuoso hanging while using Calibre RealTime, this TechNote may be of interest to you. It describes certain conditions it may happen under and...
View Article2014/10/22 Technology Leadership Workshop 발표 자료
한국멘토그래픽스에서 2014년 10월 22일 개최한 Technology Leadership Workship의 발표 자료입니다. 첫 시간에 발표되었던 Xpedition Package Integrator에 대한 내용은 아직 공개가 제한되어 있어 포함되지 않습니다. 자료 문의나 도움이 필요하시면 덧글 또는...
View ArticleGenerate and postprocess DxD Parts Lister output files
Warning! Scripts obtained through TechNotes, the Mentor Communities Site, or any resource not the Mentor Graphics Installer, are not supported software. Use with caution. Backup your data before...
View ArticleHow do I delete multiple items from partitions within Library Manager?
The Navigator pane in Library Manager only allows you to select individual items from a partition - you cannot <Shift> or <CTRL> select to build up a group selection. Also, individual...
View ArticleCell Editor: Pattern Place from Excel
This program is a standalone program, based off of ALE's BGA creator. The intent of this program is to place pads based off of cordinates found in an excel spreadsheet. To run the program: Create a...
View ArticleHow to route trace with angle plow by a specific angle
There are different ways to add in routes with different angles in the layout design session. Specific angles can be tough to do. This document will help accomplish the task.To view Document click here
View ArticleUnable to get nets combined into an Electrical Net - Enet
This document explains how electrical net generation works in CES, and factors and settings by which the User can control the automatic algorithm in CES for grouping multiple physical nets into...
View ArticleTrace Length and Pin Package Length in Expedition PCB
This document explains how trace lengths and pin package lengths work in Expedition PCB. It examines various reporting methods in detail and how they are or are not affected by pin package lengths....
View ArticleDXF to Board Outline
This document discusses how to use an imported DXF shape to create a new board outline. DXF imported graphic data are written to a drawing cell in Expedition and Board Station XE and cannot be changed...
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