EMA Automates Symbol Generation With New App for OrCAD Capture, 2 in a Series

By DE Editors

EMA Design Automation has announced the release of SymbolGen, an app that automates the extraction of complex PDF tables, including BGA and SOIC maps.

SymbolGen automates the extraction and correlation of complex PDF tables and diagrams, which are often split over multiple PDF pages. Reusable PDF templates can be created, giving intelligent meanings to the extracted content, including pin name, pin number, pin direction, and bank name.

“Symbol creation is a constant challenge for circuit designers,” said Manny Marcano, president and CEO of EMA. “Today’s complex schematic symbols have upwards of 2,000 pins or more and can take a significant amount of time to create. If you consider a design requiring a number of new symbols, this app can turn a week’s worth of effort into a day.”

Automation utilities exist to quickly format multi-processor and multi-function pin definitions. Duplicate pin numbers, invalid pin direction codes, and other common datasheet or data entry inconsistencies can be identified and corrected up front in the design process.

SymbolGen is just one of the apps available inside the Cadence Design Systems OrCAD Capture Marketplace. This marketplace includes a store where OrCAD users can download free and paid apps to add functionality and customize their OrCAD products.

For more information, visit EMA Design Automation.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.