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I've found this book to be very helpful and exactly what I've been looking for. Kraig Mitzner has done a wonderful job of covering the full spectrum of printed circuit board fabrication. The content spans not only the OrCAD Layout software, but the physical process of PCB fabrication and advanced topics such as RF issues. Written by Jeff Will, Valparaiso University, and posted on Amazon.com.
It is an excellent book to introduce new users to OrCAD Capture and the OrCAD Layout SW packages. It does NOT cover OrCAD PCB Editor which is completely different from OrCAD Layout. (Layout has a very similar user interface to Capture while PCB Editor is based on Cadence Allegro PCB layout package) I have purchased several copies to use in assisting with training new CAD operators on PCB layout and Schematic capture in general. Written by David Bing, RF Engineer, and posted on Amazon.com.
This book is the first book I've read that has relevant up-to-date information on the current version of OrCAD. The book is well written and can be read cover-to-cover or used as a reference. I believe that this book will give a novice designer the information needed to create a circuit board using OrCAD and will give a veteran designer the specifics unique to OrCAD that will help to shorten the learning curve. Written by Brent Gingrich, Red Dot Electronics, and posted on Amazon.com.
This book is great if you've got little experience with OrCAD's Layout and Capture software. It's also a really good go-between if you've played with the software, but don't really want to sit down and read the lengthy technical user's guide for the software. Beyond that, it also gives answers questions about the how's and why's of circuit board design that may be difficult to find outside of working in the industry or taking a class directly. Many outside sources and industry standards are referenced for further information if you need it to
I've found this book to be very helpful and exactly what I've been looking for. Kraig Mitzner has done a wonderful job of covering the full spectrum of printed circuit board fabrication. The content spans not only the OrCAD Layout software, but the physical process of PCB fabrication and advanced topics such as RF issues. Written by Jeff Will, Valparaiso University, and posted on Amazon.com.
It is an excellent book to introduce new users to OrCAD Capture and the OrCAD Layout SW packages. It does NOT cover OrCAD PCB Editor which is completely different from OrCAD Layout. (Layout has a very similar user interface to Capture while PCB Editor is based on Cadence Allegro PCB layout package) I have purchased several copies to use in assisting with training new CAD operators on PCB layout and Schematic capture in general. Written by David Bing, RF Engineer, and posted on Amazon.com.
This book is the first book I've read that has relevant up-to-date information on the current version of OrCAD. The book is well written and can be read cover-to-cover or used as a reference. I believe that this book will give a novice designer the information needed to create a circuit board using OrCAD and will give a veteran designer the specifics unique to OrCAD that will help to shorten the learning curve. Written by Brent Gingrich, Red Dot Electronics, and posted on Amazon.com.
This book is great if you've got little experience with OrCAD's Layout and Capture software. It's also a really good go-between if you've played with the software, but don't really want to sit down and read the lengthy technical user's guide for the software. Beyond that, it also gives answers questions about the how's and why's of circuit board design that may be difficult to find outside of working in the industry or taking a class directly. Many outside sources and industry standards are referenced for further information if you need it to
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This book provides instruction on how to use the OrCAD design suite to design and manufacture printed circuit boards. The primary goal is to show the reader how to design a PCB using OrCAD Capture and OrCAD Editor. Capture is used to build the schematic diagram of the circuit, and Editor is used to design the circuit board so that it can be manufactured. The book is written for both students and practicing engineers who need in-depth instruction on how to use the software, and who need background knowledge of the PCB design process.The key features include: Beginning to end coverage of the printed circuit board design process; information is presented in the exact order a circuit and PCB are designed; over 400 full color illustrations, including extensive use of screen shots from the software, allow readers to learn features of the product in the most realistic manner possible; straightforward, realistic examples present the how and why the designs work, providing a comprehensive toolset for understanding the OrCAD software; introduces and follows IEEE, IPC, and JEDEC industry standards for PCB design; unique chapter on Design for Manufacture covers padstack and footprint design, and component placement, for the design of manufacturable PCB's; and free CD containing the OrCAD demo version and design files.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The 2009 Edition of this book does cover OrCAD PCB Editor which (as noted in the review)is completely different from OrCAD Layout.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Very close to perfection
11 Aug 2009
Format:Paperback
Let's be honest here: Mr. Mitzner also wrote a book called: "Complete PCB Design Using OrCad Capture and Layout". For all practical purposes, "Complete PCB Design Using OrCAD Capture and PCB Editor" is revision 2 of the first book. However, there is nothing wrong with that.
I wrote a somewhat critical review of the first book, but I still gave it 4 stars. It seems that Mr. Mitzner has read the reviews (maybe even mine) and has addressed many critical points.
In the interest of disclosure: I did not buy this book from Amazon but I bought the eBook direct from the publisher. Unfortunately, the format is not the usual Adobe eBook but some other weird thing called: VitalSource Bookshelf. I never heard of this before. The viewer has some nice features (like shared highlights) but I don't really want yet another eReader. Sorry, That is a small minus there for me.
Moving on... It is good to see heavy emphasis on the new tools. Specifically PCB Editor. I use PCB editor and let me tell you this is a serious piece of software. The author really tries to show the user how to use this powerful tool.
Also nice is the more detailed autorouter (SPECCTRA) discussion. As far as SPECCTRA is concerned, Mr. Mitzner would probably do well with a book on that alone.
Anyway, SPECCTRA is a serious autorouter and big projects need the features it provides.
Anyone who looks down on autorouters, obviously never had to layout more than 10 chips. Yeah people, this is 2009. We use autorouters now. I'm so tired of so called "hard core" thick skulls who must layout everything by hand. All that means is they are not smart enough to use Constraint Manager and SPECCTRA in standalone mode.
BTW, how's that 400 part BGA motherboard design going? Yeah, I thought so...
Mr. Mitzner, please, please expand your discussion of SPECCTRA in the future. Thanks in advance!
The first book had a very nice discussion and explanation about ground planes, frequency response, trace impedance etc. This has been nicely duplicated (and expanded) here.
We also get a very detailed discussion on padstack/footprint design. Nice Job!
I love the design examples! They really show the soup to nuts procedure. Very nice job!
So, in conclusion, I'd like to say that this is a very good book. Mr. Mitzner is (obviously) listening to his readers and he is doing a great job.
Mr. Mitzner, (if you're still listening) we need more, more, more. We need a complete SPECCTRA. We need examples with the advanced tools, features and techniques. We need examples of PCB Editor scripting (this is a BIG deal).
And can we please have the book in Adobe eBook format?
BTW, can someone check the companion URL for the book? As of today: July 10, 2009, the example projects have not yet been posted.
As I promised, in my first review, I would be willing to pay for this information. I kept my promise by buying this second book. I am eagerly awaiting what's is next.
I wrote a somewhat critical review of the first book, but I still gave it 4 stars. It seems that Mr. Mitzner has read the reviews (maybe even mine) and has addressed many critical points.
In the interest of disclosure: I did not buy this book from Amazon but I bought the eBook direct from the publisher. Unfortunately, the format is not the usual Adobe eBook but some other weird thing called: VitalSource Bookshelf. I never heard of this before. The viewer has some nice features (like shared highlights) but I don't really want yet another eReader. Sorry, That is a small minus there for me.
Moving on... It is good to see heavy emphasis on the new tools. Specifically PCB Editor. I use PCB editor and let me tell you this is a serious piece of software. The author really tries to show the user how to use this powerful tool.
Also nice is the more detailed autorouter (SPECCTRA) discussion. As far as SPECCTRA is concerned, Mr. Mitzner would probably do well with a book on that alone.
Anyway, SPECCTRA is a serious autorouter and big projects need the features it provides.
Anyone who looks down on autorouters, obviously never had to layout more than 10 chips. Yeah people, this is 2009. We use autorouters now. I'm so tired of so called "hard core" thick skulls who must layout everything by hand. All that means is they are not smart enough to use Constraint Manager and SPECCTRA in standalone mode.
BTW, how's that 400 part BGA motherboard design going? Yeah, I thought so...
Mr. Mitzner, please, please expand your discussion of SPECCTRA in the future. Thanks in advance!
The first book had a very nice discussion and explanation about ground planes, frequency response, trace impedance etc. This has been nicely duplicated (and expanded) here.
We also get a very detailed discussion on padstack/footprint design. Nice Job!
I love the design examples! They really show the soup to nuts procedure. Very nice job!
So, in conclusion, I'd like to say that this is a very good book. Mr. Mitzner is (obviously) listening to his readers and he is doing a great job.
Mr. Mitzner, (if you're still listening) we need more, more, more. We need a complete SPECCTRA. We need examples with the advanced tools, features and techniques. We need examples of PCB Editor scripting (this is a BIG deal).
And can we please have the book in Adobe eBook format?
BTW, can someone check the companion URL for the book? As of today: July 10, 2009, the example projects have not yet been posted.
As I promised, in my first review, I would be willing to pay for this information. I kept my promise by buying this second book. I am eagerly awaiting what's is next.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Superb Reference
4 Dec 2009
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
After just completing a 1000-part, 8-layer PCB design, I can tell you that this text will pay for itself in saved hours the first time you crack it open. If you use OrCAD Capture and/or PCB Editor, quit reading this review and add the book to your cart!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Editorial Review Correction
13 July 2009
Format:Paperback
The Editorial Reviews states this book "...does NOT cover OrCAD PCB Editor which is completely different from OrCAD Layout," despite the title saying this covers just that.
Hey, that must have been a leftover the review of Mitzner's last book. It does indeed cover PCB Editor, exactly as the title states.
OK, now I have had a couple of weeks working with this book on a couple of designs. It is an incredibly detailed, thorough and simple to follow tutorial to running two very complex and non-intuitive programs (Capture & Editor). The book has taught me how to do things I did not guess were there (such as using spreadsheets to create part symbols). Several show-stopping problems (such as artwork creation) that Editor handles in it's non-intuitive-and-we-ain't-gonna-tell-you-how way are described completely so they become second nature.
I have recommended to my manager we get additional copies of this book to serve as the standard instruction manual for using our software. (We have to get additional copies cause this one is MINE.)
Hey, that must have been a leftover the review of Mitzner's last book. It does indeed cover PCB Editor, exactly as the title states.
OK, now I have had a couple of weeks working with this book on a couple of designs. It is an incredibly detailed, thorough and simple to follow tutorial to running two very complex and non-intuitive programs (Capture & Editor). The book has taught me how to do things I did not guess were there (such as using spreadsheets to create part symbols). Several show-stopping problems (such as artwork creation) that Editor handles in it's non-intuitive-and-we-ain't-gonna-tell-you-how way are described completely so they become second nature.
I have recommended to my manager we get additional copies of this book to serve as the standard instruction manual for using our software. (We have to get additional copies cause this one is MINE.)
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