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Free PCB Viewer Software

If you have only Gerber data files to work with
then ProntoGERBER-CONNECTION
can help you!
ProntoGERBER-CONNECTION
imports raw Gerber data and allows the user to add intelligent information to
the shapes on the display and create process assembly sheets. ProntoGERBER
CONNECTION software translates Gerber and Bill of Materials (BOM) files into
real reference designators, theta rotation, part numbers, X/Y component pin
geometries, values, tolerances, etc. This data is then used by Process Engineers
or Test Engineers to program their SMT, Thru-hole Automatic Assembly Equipment,
AOI and Test Equipment. Receive a report containing
device and package type counts with quotation and cost estimations.
Please note that Unisoft has added a powerful new feature to ProntoGERBER
CONNECTION. You can now automatically create the Netlist from your raw gerber
files in addition to the real reference designators, theta rotation, part
numbers, X/Y component pin geometries, values, tolerances, etc. The netlist is a
mandatory item for most Test Departments and repair technicians. ProntoGERBER
CONNECTION does this by automatically tracking and connecting the copper traces
on the PC Board assembly to correct components, pins and vias for each net.
Learn more call (203) 913-0782
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If you work in the electronics industry as a Manufacturing Engineer, Quality
Inspector, Test Engineer or Test Technician it is worth your while to get
familiar with Unisoft's products. You won’t find a more effective and
affordable software solution. We use Markup and Pronto Place every day at
Loral. The Unisoft Factory solution is a hidden Gem. If you have any
questions let me know. I would be happy to share my experience." |
Customer comment: "I needed
software to quickly program our Mydata and Samsung machines, create
process documentation and do 1st article inspection, etc. We are a contract
manufacturer with high mix and low volume needs. We love this software so
much and that I'm happy to be a reference site and a spotlight customer on
the Unisoft website. Your software is AWESOME! I couldn’t live without it."
Randel Stewart |
PLEASE NOTE: All Unisoft software
modules have the basic features of ProntoVIEW-MARKUP
(
www.unisoft-cim.com/pcbview.htm ).
Some of these features are:
- Create process assembly aid documentation sheets
quickly.
- Create kitting labels.
- Fast 1st article inspection.
- Assembly & parts cost estimation reports to aid job quotations,
etc.
- Report of the total solder joint count for Defect Per Million
Operations (DPMO).
- Export a standardized BOM for Part Sourcing, MRP, ERP, etc.
- Free
production floor PC Board CAD viewer for your assembly
department, general inspection,
test departments, repair & rework areas, design group, etc. Aids
PCB troubleshooting technicians
to find components, pins, finds shorted traces, schematic hot
linked to the assembly, etc. Distribute
the free viewer to vendors & customers for better communications.
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Importing of all virtually all CAD, Gerber and BOM file formats
(
http://www.unisoft-cim.com/importers.htm ).
Why Companies
Choose Unisoft:
The
History
The Clients
The Price

- Literature: Click here for more literature.
Quoting - Assembly Cost Estimate Report
Import
your PC Board into the Unisoft software and you instantly receive a report
containing component counts for top and bottom of the PC Board broken down by
SMT, Fine pitch, BGA’s, Thru-hole, etc. with the cost for each group.
You can create as many Assembly Cost templates has you wish, for
example one each for either a Low, Medium or High volume build.
This is a great
quoting time saver for Contract and OEM manufacturers.

PC Board: SAMPLE
Date: 10-1-09
Estimated base build price total = $219.95
Device assembly total cost = $118.80
Part number total cost = $101.15
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SMT 2 pins greater than 0402 package type: Greater than .040 inch distance
between pin 1 and 2.
Top - 4 = total device count, 8 = total pin count
Bottom - 78 = total device count, 156 = total pin count
Part #'s - 8 = total part numbers
Base price: $73.23 = (0.08 * device count) + (8.33 * part #'s)
SMT 8 pins and greater and 30 mils or less pin spacing (fine pitch):
Top - 3 = total device count, 144 = total pin count
Bottom - 0 = total device count, 0 = total pin count
Part #'s - 3 = total part numbers
BGA's - 0 = included in above count.
Base price: $25.36 = (0.12 * device count) + (8.33 * part #'s) + (0.18 *
BGA count)
Component Part Cost Report
Instantly create a component part cost report. This report is used by Contract and OEM manufacturers to quickly estimate component parts costs. The report contains the total component part cost for the PC Board and breakdown by part number.
Report type: Parts count with quotation and cost estimation.
PC Board: Controller
Date: 1-12-09
Total parts cost = $43.31
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| 381200-40-1 | 1 | $0.23 | $0.23 |
| 381212-44-1 | 4 | $0.07 | $0.28 |
| 385848-05-6 | 32 | $0.45 | $14.40 |
| 386754-99-4 | 1 | $0.16 | $0.16 |
| 389148-06-7 | 1 | $0.06 | $0.06 |
| 390579-03-3 | 1 | $0.80 | $0.80 |
| 390607-01-0 | 1 | $0.65 | $0.65 |
| 391727-10-9 | 16 | $0.04 | $0.56 |
| 391727-12-5 | 16 | $0.04 | $0.64 |
Solder Joint Count - Defect Per Million Operations (DPMO) report
Instantly create a
report of the total solder joint count for
Defect Per Million Operations (DPMO). This report is used by Contract and OEM
manufacturers for quality tracking. The report contains the total solder joints
for the PC Board broken down by SMT and Thru Hole and part number.
Report type: Solder joint count with quotation and DPMO
estimation.
PC Board: Controller
Date: 1-12-09
Total Solder Joints = 1104
Total SMT Solder Joints = 598
Total Thru Hole Solder Joints = 506
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SMT 2 pins greater than 0402 package type: Greater than .040 inch distance
between pin 1 and 2.
Top - 4 = total device count, 8 = total pin count
Bottom - 78 = total device count, 156 = total pin count
Part #'s - 8 = total part numbers
SMT 8 pins and greater and greater than 30 mils pin spacing:
Top - 17 = total device count, 290 = total pin count
Bottom - 0 = total device count, 0 = total pin count
Part #'s - 8 = total part numbers
BGA's - 0 = included in above count.
Thru-hole 2 pins:
Top - 34 = total device count, 68 = total pin count
Bottom - 0 = total device count, 0 = total pin count
Part #'s - 3 = total part numbers
Thru-hole 8 pins and greater:
Top - 24 = total device count, 284 = total pin count
Bottom - 0 = total device count, 0 = total pin count
Part #'s - 6 = total part numbers
Export standardized BOM files to Part Sourcing, MRP and ERP software
All types of Bill of Material (BOM) formats can be imported into the Unisoft
software and then exported to normalized standard BOM formats that can then be
utilized by your other manufacturing software systems such as Part Sourcing, MRP,
ERP, etc.


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In minutes Unisoft ProntoGERBER CONNECTION software translates Gerber and Bill of Material (BOM) files into real reference designators, theta rotation, part numbers, X/Y component pin geometries, values, tolerances, etc. This data is then used by Process Engineers to program SMT and Thru-hole Automatic Assembly Equipment, create manual assembly sheets, process documentation and by Test Engineers to program Automatic Test Equipment and aid repair and rework. ProntoGERBER CONNECTION is reasonably priced and available for rental or purchase. Call (203) 913-0782 for details.
Do you have
special problems - For example: You do not have the native CAD files for your
project. You only have the raw Gerber Files and a BOM (Bill Of Materials).
You need to program
production equipment such as Automatic Assembly Equipment, AOI Inspection
Equipment or ATE Test Equipment (Fly Probe, In-Circuit or MDA) and you do not
know where to turn --
Our software can do it for you!
The software
translates
your raw Gerber files and BOM files into real reference designators, theta
rotation, part numbers, X/Y component pin geometries, values,
tolerances, etc. This data is then used by Process Engineers,
Test Engineers, etc. Process Engineers use the data to program their SMT,
Thru-hole Automatic Assembly,
AOI Inspection
Equipment and create process assembly instruction documents, etc.
Test Engineers use the data to program their ATE (Genrad ".ckt", Teradyne "ipl", Hewlett Packard "board &
board x/y"), MDA, and
flying probe test equipment (Takaya, etc.) and
design the "Bed of Nails" test fixtures.
Of course the software
also imports virtually all standard native CAD file types too!
A possible next step in your evaluation is an informal
online demo. We can do the demo within minutes of you contacting
us! We simply invite you
via email to a webpage where you view our PC live, so
there is no firewall or other security issues for you to deal with. To do the
demo now or schedule one call 203-913-0782 or email
demopgc@unisoft-cim.com.
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Complete system rental. Includes all CAD importers. Order now and this special rental price will be frozen for as long as the software is re-rented without interruption. Rental credit can be applied toward purchase. |
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ProntoGERBER-CONNECTION
Movie: Mouse over picture above to load movie, when
-TUTORIAL MOVIE:
If you have not already
done so we suggest that you watch the tutorial movie which displays most
features of the software and will save you time in your product evaluation.
Click this link
Literature Request
to download the ProntoGERBER CONNECTION tutorial movie
.
-SLIDE SHOW: To download more information on ProntoGERBER CONNECTION in Microsoft PowerPoint slide format click here >> ProntoGERBER CONNECTION . After the download is complete unzip the .zip file. Then to run the PowerPoint slides double click the .PPS file and hit the Page Down (PgDn) key to go to the next screen and Page Up (PgUp) to go backwards.
Sample Assembly machine setup file:
IC4 360-0834
90
1.575
1.475
R24 111-0122
270 2.750
3.200
R26 111-0103
270 2.250
3.200
- GENERIC OUTPUT
has every component pin:
C1.1 X -4.800 Y 0.320 Top Smd
C1.2 X -4.800 Y 0.180 Top Smd
C10.1 X -5.125 Y 0.720 Bottom Smd
C10.2 X -5.125 Y 0.580 Bottom Smd
ProntoGERBER CONNECTION imports Gerber data and adds intelligence to PC Board Assembly. Import multiple Gerber layers then add smart component information to unintelligent Gerber component shapes, etc. Export this smart data to standard flat ASCII file formats or use it directly in the other UniSOFT FACTORY software modules. Automatic assignment of unique colors and patterns to each part number on the assembly. ProntoGERBER CONNECTION is a cost effective solution for making your job easier and saving your company money. All Unisoft software products come with a no risk money back guarantee.
ProntoGERBER CONNECTION output is compatible with Shareware ProntoVIEW-MARKUP . ProntoVIEW-MARKUP is special because it is a single software tool designed for use across the entire production floor. It has a multitude of features that aids every department (design, test, assembly, general inspection, first article inspection, repair/rework, technician troubleshooting, etc). ProntoVIEW-MARKUP increases efficiency, communications and reduces errors.

Smart Color(tm) - One feature of ProntoGERBER CONNECTION is Smart Color(tm). After importing the CAD file (above) Smart Color (below) has instantly sorted components by unique part numbers and assigned a distinctive color and pattern to each. Optionally detailed text instructions can be added to part numbers (for example "HAND INSERT AFTER WAVE" or "REFERENCE INSPECTION PROCEDURE QA-23"). PC display or printout the colors/patterns and text assign to each part number as assembly instructions, inspection aids, etc. Click here to play the SMART COLOR movie Call (203) 913-0782 for details.

Assembly and Process Sheets
The Unisoft software allows you to quickly create matching assembly lists and assembly
drawing sheets
for each step in the assembly process.
Part numbers are automatically assigned to the assembly step you wish (for
example: Step 1 for Hand Inserts, Step 2 Chip Shooter components, etc). The
part numbers are then automatically uniquely colored. If needed, overlay
annotation notes can be added to each step. Next for each step matching
assembly lists and assembly drawings are created. These drawings can
either be printed or save to a file (PDF Adobe, etc.) or displayed on the
screen.
Click here to
download a sample of process and assembly sheet documentation created by this
software.


Kitting Labels
The Unisoft software allows you to quickly create
Kitting Labels for fast and accurate electronic component kitting. Quickly
select the component part numbers for which you wish kitting labels created.
Each label contains the part number, unique part number color, step number, p/n
description, reference designator, etc. Fast and easy electronic kitting
labels for kitting work orders.

First Article Inspection
Generally First Article Inspection is done on the first PC Boards assembled. When the assembly inspection is satisfactory at that point the PC Board can be built reliably in quantity.
The Unisoft
software allows you to BLINK all the components in each part number. The person
doing the first article inspection would check that each of those components are
correctly installed. If all where correct then they would click the DRAW
button to color those components to indicate they are correct. A check mark is
placed next to the part number indicating it has been completed. The inspector
would continue this process for each part number until all part numbers are
colored at which point that would indicate the PC Board was assembled correctly.
At that point the PC Board can be built in quantity.

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Quotation and
cost estimation reports
Import your PC Board into the Unisoft software and receive a report
containing component counts for top and bottom of the PC Board broken down by
SMT, Fine pitch, BGA’s, Thru-hole, etc. This is a great time saver for Contract
and OEM manufacturer.
EXAMPLE:
Free PC Board Viewer Software
The Unisoft software outputs a single file that is compatible with the royalty free VIEWER software. Customers are licensed to distribute the VIEWER software and your single board file to your production floor, vendors, customers, etc. to aid assembly, 1st article inspection, general inspection, repair/rework, technician debug, for better communications, etc. No need to purchase additional licenses. The free VIEWER assists assembly personnel, technician troubleshooting, repair personnel, enhances communications internally and with customers and outside vendors. Our customers typically put the VIEWER and the board files for each of their PCB assemblies on their network so that it can be accessed by everyone to improve productivity.

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ProntoGERBER-CONNECTION FEATURES:
- Import and display virtually any Gerber file.
- Import Bill of Material (BOM) information and associate
with each component. BOM importing is programmable to accommodate multiple BOM
styles formats.
- Instantly search by components, pins, nets, netnames, part
numbers. Find shorts between traces (highlight single or multiple traces).
- Create your process documentation, assembly sheets, process
aids (automatic assignment of unique colors and patterns to each part number on
the assembly). Assign separate colors to components for each assembly step,
add text and graphic annotations.
- Find and Blink all components of a particular part number.
- Zoom, single/split screen, flip, rotate, change screen
settings, change printer settings, change start up display settings.
- Click on component to display name, pins, technology type,
surface, part number and all BOM part description information.
- Active schematic view that is hyper-linked to the assembly.
- Measurement tool and set new 0,0 origins
- Print or plot to any Windows compatible printer. Print the
full assembly or a zoomed in segment or a schematic segment.
- Display your process documentation, assembly sheets,
process aids (view unique colors and patterns for each part number on the
assembly). View the assigned separate colors to components for each assembly
step. View added text and graphic annotations.
- First Article Inspection - Blink components for each part
number then inspect parts and check off as inspected until entire PC Board is
inspected.
- Display virtually any CAD, Gerber and BOM format.
- Save and load single or multiple annotation overlays.
- Import and View imported ATE test probe numbers. These test
probe numbers appear at their exact x/y location and you can search by test
probe numbers.
- Add up to 4 User Text fields automatically to any
component.
- Change the component properties of any part number.
- Any CAD file exported to a flat ASCII file. Contains each
component, pin, via, net-number, x/y, surface, etc. (Useful for other systems -
test, assembly equipment, etc.).
- Renumber nets, kill nets and auto assign net numbers to "no
connect" nets.
- Split Alphanumeric pins on Import/Export, shorten long
netnames on Import/Export.
- Change and view individually colorize single or multiple
components.
- Control ProntoGERBER-CONNECTION remotely from your
application or equipment via external API programming interface.
- More
Click here to play the SMART COLOR movie
HOW DO I USE ProntoGERBER CONNECTION? The usual process for ProntoGERBER CONNECTION takes a few minutes and you may stop at any step depending upon your requirements. A typical process follows:
Step 1) Imported two layers of raw gerber files, usually Top Artwork & Top Silk Screen (2 minutes). Repeat for bottom if needed.
Results to this point: You can view, print or plot the display! You can also add assembly text notes and graphic notes.Step 2) Quickly mark the components and optionally import a BOM (Bill of Materials). Results to this point: The display is now active. Instantly find and colorize component bodies by part number, reference designator, etc. Easily create work and assembly instructions. Clicking on components give BOM description. Use on production floor for assembly, test, repair, etc. Send free viewer software to vendors for faster communications.
Step 3) Optional: Generated assembly machine output files for MYDATA, QUAD, etc.
Results: Assembly machines are accurately setup in minutes and associated process sheet can be made on the same display.
It is better to use the CAD data vs. Gerber data, however there are situations where CAD data is unavailable and this is where ProntoGERBER CONNECTION can help. Raw Gerber data is devoid of most intelligent information used in manufacturing such as referenced designators, body center x/y, rotation and pin numbers. ProntoGERBER CONNECTION adds this information to the shapes on the display then easily create assembly and process instructions, assembly machine programs or export an intelligent ASCII files for use by other systems. Features of ProntoGERBER CONNECTION include D-code settings, make component, kill component, make via, unassigned pins, set pin 1, find similar shape, plus all the features of ProntoVIEW-MARKUP.



-TUTORIAL MOVIE:
If you have not already
done so we suggest that you watch the tutorial movie which displays most
features of the software and will save you time in your product evaluation.
Click this link
Literature Request
to download the ProntoGERBER CONNECTION tutorial movie.
-SLIDE SHOW: To download more information on ProntoGERBER CONNECTION in Microsoft PowerPoint slide format click here >> ProntoGERBER CONNECTION .
For GERBER TRANSLATION services click here
- DEMONSTRATION: Click here if you wish to schedule a private demonstration click here.
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