WF AUTOMACAO wrote:

> Does someone know where can i find this translator?
>
>         I have some projects did with PIC, using the PROTEL and i would
> like to reroute for Specctra!
>
>         Miguel.

Miguel,

I use both Protel (2.x and 3.x) and Specctra (7.x), and the translator
utility is available from Cooper & Chyan.

I have only needed Specctra for a couple very dense boards (12 layers, 5mil
trace and spaces, some BGA components, etc.). The translation is not 100%
perfect. I had to do a bit of editing before the Protel->Specctra
translation, and some more editing in Protel after autoroute in Specctra
(and of course the Specctra->Protel translation). Lots of work, but was
necessary on a board with over 1000 nets, surface mount parts on both
sides, and full testpoint coverage. I would much prefer routing even these
dense boards manually, however that would take weeks.

Dave Sorlien
dsorlien@geocities.com
davewave@minn.net
http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Haven/9004/