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  • Video Library
June 20, 2023
Defining Keepout Areas

Configure keepout areas in high-level detail so you can make better use of your PCB design space with minimal fuss within eCADSTAR

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When looking at DC, AC, Thermal, and Mechanical requirements, defining keepout areas are important to the performance of a PCB design.
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June 16, 2023
IDX for PCB Design Teamwork

eCADSTAR can automatically detect incremental designs and display the difference the IDX import will introduce giving you complete control to approve or reject the proposed changes.

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IDX is great for team working on a PCB design allowing for designers to individually work and collectively review their changes
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  • Video Library
June 06, 2023
Add PCB Teardrops to Improve Bare-Board PCB Yield

One of teardrops uses are help strengthen the connections between the traces and pads on a PCB by reducing the stress on copper tracks. Click here to learn more about more benefits

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Learn how to apply PCB teardrops to your PCB designs using eCADSTAR, and the benefits of using them such as improved stability and durability
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  • Video Library
February 13, 2023
Why Characteristic Impedance Matters

Jane Berrie explores how to calculate characteristic impedance, and how important it is to your PCB designs

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Characteristic impedance is one of the most vital parameters when looking at transmission lines
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February 13, 2023
Schematic Hierarchical Blocks for Pain-free PCB Design Re-use

Multi-instanced hierarchy in PCB design makes work easier to re-use and review.

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Schematic hierarchical blocks are fantastic at saving you time and solidifying design integrity
Learn how to use eCADSTAR to your best
  • Video Library
September 15, 2022
How to use eCADSTAR to the Maximum

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Quadra Solutions run-down all the things you need to know when using eCADSTAR
Learn how to use eCADSTAR to your best hero image
  • Video Library
September 15, 2022
What’s new in eCADSTAR 2022.0

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Quadra Solutions take a look at the new features of eCADSTAR 2022.0
What is Differential Pair Signal and how to apply a Differential pair in eCADSTAR to become a master of differential pairs
  • Video Library
February 01, 2022
Differential Pairs

Discover how to effectively use differential pairing and why it's more commonly used in high-speed design than traditional single-ended connections

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Differential pairing is a vital technique for high-speed designs
Reinforcing vias eCADSTAR Video
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January 05, 2022
Reinforcing Vias

Reinforcing vias make it easier to edit your design and avoid errors along the way, click here to learn more.

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Reinforcing / Stitching vias connect conductor areas on different PCB layers together in definable patterns. Providing numerous benefits to your PCB.
Electrical Net eCADSTAR Video
  • Video Library
January 04, 2022
Electrical nets (E-nets)

Learn more about E-nets and their impact on high-speed design.

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Electrical Nets (E-nets) are in most modern high-speed designs and describe a complete DC or AC current path, watch to learn more!
SnapEDA Action Snapshot
  • Video Library
December 08, 2021
Design Electronics in a Snap

Using eCADSTAR’s embedded internet access, PCB designers can search and download from SnapMagic’s library of electronic component models.

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The models include symbols, footprints, and 3D models that can be placed directly into your design.
3D Creepage and Clearance checks in PCB design
  • Video Library
September 14, 2021
3D Creepage and Clearance Checks

Check out our webinar for creepage and clearance checks to aid you in PCB design!

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A videocast exploring the amazing new features the SPICE Controller brings to the schematic editor, and how to optimise it to the fullest
eCADSTAR Schematic Editor SPICE Controller analog circuit for PCB design
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September 06, 2021
eCADSTAR SPICE Controller Preview

The eCADSTAR SPICE Controller is finally here, take a look at how your user experience will be further enhanced 'beyond engineering'.

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A videocast exploring the amazing new features the SPICE Controller brings to the schematic editor, and how to optimise it to the fullest
eCADSTAR 2021 Update PCB Design Software Implementing the SPICE Controller and highlighting the Roadmap and Vision Webinar
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September 06, 2021
eCADSTAR 2021 Update – Roadmap and Vision

Be in control of your design with the latest eCADSTAR update that will offer more support options and an integrated engineering solution. See how eCADSTAR achieves this and what's in store for the future.

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Amazing new features will be included in the next 2021 update, but there are big plans in the eCADSTAR roadmap that will certainly interest you.
eCADSTAR Analog SPICE Controller
  • Video Library
August 16, 2021
Analog SPICE Controller

Engineering functionality within eCADSTAR has improved with the introduction of analog simulation. A SPICE simulation capability has been added to the Schematic Editor allowing circuit functional verification, defining simulation definitions, configurations and allowing an efficient and productive link with LTspice®.

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LTspice® simulation from eCADSTAR Schematic Editor
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  • Video Library
May 24, 2021
Finding Unrouted Connections

An unfinished PCB is no PCB at all, so engineers have to make sure no unrouted connections remain before progressing to hardware.

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PCB Editor offers multiple ways to do this. Find out how.