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How to link database to Altium Designer component?
The unique Altium Designer component can either be an instance placed on a schematic sheet, or a unique component in a component library. With DbLink-style database linking, you include the Database Link file with the library package, or design project.
What are the different types of projects in Altium Designer?
Altium Designer supports a number of different kinds of projects. PCB Project ( *.PrjPcb) – The set of design documents required to manufacture a printed circuit board. Multi-board Project ( *.PrjMbd) – The set of design documents and sub-project links required to create a product with multiple interconnected PCBs.
When do you add supplier data to Altium?
The linked part and supplier data will also be included, or can be added, at design release time in a Bill of Materials – especially useful from a project costing and procurement perspective. Being able to link to Supplier data does not require you to be signed in to your Altium account.
How to link existing components to your company database?
A common requirement for many organizations is to link from the electronic CAD components, to the company’s central component database. Altium Designer supports this by providing the ability to link existing components to records in the company database, through the creation and use of a Database Link file.
How are simulation models linked in Altium Designer?
Altium Designer comes with a host of components stored within manufacturer-specific integrated libraries. Many of these components have linked simulation models, making creation of a simulation-ready circuit quick and efficient – a case of Place ‘n Simulate if you will.
How are unmatched components listed in Altium Designer 21?
Two lists are used for unmatched components: on the source schematic documents (left) and those unmatched components on the target PCB document (right). Each component is listed in terms of its designator, footprint name, and comment.
What does the edit component links dialog do?
The Edit Component Links dialog provides controls to check and control the status of the links between components in the schematic and PCB domains. When a component is placed on a schematic sheet, it is automatically given a unique ID.