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The program consists of three main modules
Layout Editor
Schematic Editor
Autorouter
which are embedded in a single user interface. Therefore there is no need for converting netlists between schematics and layouts.
General
online Forward- and Back-Annotation
context sensitive help function
no hardware copy protection!
multiple windows for board, schematic and library
powerful User Language
integrated text editor
available for Windows und Linux
Layout Editor
maximum drawing area 1.6 x 1.6m (64 x 64 inch)
resolution 1/10,000mm (0.1 micron)
up to 16 signal layers
conventional and SMT parts
comes with a full set of part libraries
easily create your own parts with the fully integrated library editor
undo/redo function for ANY editing command, to any depth
script files for batch command execution
copper pouring
cut and paste function for copying entire sections of a drawing
design rule check
Schematic Editor
up to 99 sheets in one shematic
electrical rule check
gate- and pinswap
create a board from a schematic with a single command
Autorouter
ripup&retry router
up to 16 signal layers
routing strategy driven by user definable cost factors
CAM Processor
Postscript
pen plotters
Gerber plotters
Excellon and Sieb&Meyer drill files
configurable through ASCII file for easy definition of your own output devices
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