Features

• AutoReference reads in one of the following netlist formats
• • IPC-D-356A (9646601A)
  • IPC-D-356B (9646601C)
  • Mentor Neutral Format (9646601B)
  • DPF (9646601E)
  • ODB++ (9646601D)
  • Bosch (9646601F)
• It sets aside this information as the “golden” netlist for the PCB
• In the absence of an external netlist, AutoReference extracts one itself, based on the PCB image data and again sets it aside as the golden netlist
• At various points during the AutoCAM process, AutoReference builds the netlist of the job in progress and compares it to the golden netlist information
• Any deviation in the electrical connectivity of the board is reported as part of the AutoCAM report
  

Benefits

• Security: golden netlist data is a premium tool in safeguarding against unwanted modifications to the layout.
• Security: using an external golden netlist even adds an extra level: it captures problems introduced during data output on CAD and data input on CAM
• Automation: every job coming out of AutoReference is netlist-certified automatically – No need to do anything extra
• Consistency: AutoReference is integrated in the workflow – the process is always carried out in the same consistent manner – No risk of forgetting
• Clarity: netlist inconsistency warnings can be configured to appear on any report for fast retrieval and easy consultation