00 - Tutorial Overview
Explore OrCAD X Capture CIS, PSpice, and OrCAD X Presto in this tutorial. Learn the PCB design process from circuit capture to simulation and layout creation.
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OrCAD X Design Flow Tutorial: Schematic, Simulation, and Layout
In this comprehensive tutorial, learn how to create a PCB schematic, simulate your design, and refine the PCB layout for seamless manufacturing.
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01 - Creating a Schematic Design
Learn how to create a schematic design in OrCAD X Capture CIS by starting a new project, placing parts, editing properties, and connecting components.
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02 - Simulating a Design
Understand the steps to simulate the fan module design using PSpice, including the simulation process and analyzing the results.
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03 - Preparing for PCB Layout Creation
Prepare the schematic design for the PCB Layout, learn how to place connectors, assign footprints, and apply constraints with the Constraint Manager.
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04 - Creating a Board Design
Learn how to generate a PCB board from schematic netlist data and set up the layout tool for creating and syncing your board effectively.
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05 - Setting Up Layout Editor Design Environment
Get a quick tutorial on how to set up the OrCAD X Presto environment efficiently, enabling quick and streamlined board design for optimal results.
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06 - Placing Components Interactively
Understand why component placement is critical in the PCB design process and how OrCAD X Presto provides an easy method for routing with optimal electrical performance.
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07 - Routing Nets Interactively
Learn how to set up constraints, assign net colors, and route your design interactively in OrCAD X Presto.
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08 - Validating the Design
Leverage OrCAD X Presto's 3D analysis and report generation features to validate routing, placement and ensure your board design meets manufacturing requirements.
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09 - Exporting Manufacturing Output
Finish your board design by learning how to generate artwork and IPC 2581 data for design handoff.
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