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genesis 2000 v9.1软件下载

()title Genesis System

()underline Description

The Genesis 2000/1800 consists of feature-rich, powerful tools 
for preparing Printed Circuit Board (PCB) data for effective manufacturing. 

If you are a planner or a pre-production engineer working in a bareboard 
fabrication plant, the Genesis 2000/1800 is your complete solution for data 
reception and preparation, from your customers' files to the production floor. 

()underline Capabilities

()error Input -

The input stage allows you to convert your files from low level formats
(such as Gerber, Excellon Drill, DXF,HPGL, etc.) to the ODB++ standard,
to allow the operations listed below.

()error Cleanup and Analysis - 

The cleanup process prepares the data for effective analysis. The level of
cleanup needed depends again on the originating system. The analysis processes 
which follow the cleanup verify the correctness and the manufacturability of 
the design. This stage can be automated depending on the specific requirements 
of the manufacturer/designer.

()error Editing and Optimization -

Genesis provides a very large set of tools for automatic and 
manual editing and optimization of design data. These tools start at single 
board editing, continue to panelization and manufacturing tool preparation, 
and finish at 3D design of the board stackup, adhering to thickness and 
impedance constraints.

()error Output -

Once the job is complete and ready for production, Genesis
provides a large set of tools for sophisticated output file generation.
Output tools cover generation of data for bare-board fabrication (artwork files,
drill files, rout files, stackup construction, and netlists). 

()error Additional Capabilities -

In addition to the stages described above, Genesis provides a 
rich set of tools for organizing and monitoring the process. 
Work Forms and Work Flows provide a unique, customizable method for maintaining 
data and following predefined stages. The Framework provides a mechanism for 
dynamic generation of jobs status and report. An innovative Java based tool 
provides the capability to communicate this information across the world using 
the Internet. All aspects of the system lend themselves to automation. 
Effective automation is crucial for achieving and maintaining a competitive 
edge. Using standard programming languages (csh, perl, Tcl/Tk and C), 
combined with the Genesis commands and routines, system users can 
streamline their operation to an automatic and cost effective process.


()underline Requirements

- A UNIX or NT workstation with:
  - 128MB RAM or more
  - 2GB Disk or above

- A hardware key (dongle)obtained from Frontline (see below). 
  
- A license file with a list of options available for use. License files can
  be time limited to accommodate in-house trials (see below).

()error  (Please contact [e-mail] for the last two items)

()underline Procedure

- Obtain your dongle and license file.
  
- Load the product from the CD-ROM or the FTP server into a dedicated directory. 
  The installation script will prompt for the license file and will store it 
  in the proper location.
  
- After the system is operational, retrieve and install the full documentation 
  set from the CD-ROM. Start by reading  Doc.0101 (System Overview) and continue
  to other reading material according to the path recommended in that book.
  
- Start Genesis by typing 'get' (which is set up during the installation).
  
  
()underline Future Path

Learning the Genesis to its full capacity is a continuous process. 
The system is composed of modules, some of which are basic and straight-forward,
while others are more complex and require elaborate knowledge of various 
manufacturing processes. The learning curve may be gradual, occurring in 
parallel to using the system and producing tangible benefits. Frontlines's policy 
of open architecture provides tools that are highly customizable by system 
administrators and knowledgeable users. New modules are introduced on an 
ongoing basis and provide additional opportunities for increased efficiency and 
productivity.