On 1/13/2025 3:36 PM, Frederick R. Vobbe wrote:
There's a lot there to digest, (page of KiCad documentation). Where
would you suggest I start, with "Schematic Editor"?
Yes, if you are a previous CAD user.
Maybe the section 'Symbols and Symbol Libraries'.
I have made parts from scratch, in Eagle 7. I'm not opposed to doing that.
However, a previous post seemed to indicate that it's better to download
the part's profile from Mouser, (hence the question)
Well that is a matter of preference. I think it is better to not skip
learning the fundamentals of the software tool you are wanting to use.
FV
On 1/13/2025 18:26, CW via groups.io wrote:
Hi,
This is a common hurdle many new users encounter. I'd emphasize that
you'll save yourself a LOT of pain and hassle my taking time to read up
on, understand and master the process of schematic part creation and
footprint creation from scratch. It's not hard, and it will save you a
lot of time, even though at first it seems easier to 'download something
from the supplier' and use that.
It's hard to give step-by-step advice without knowing your level of
experience in detail. I do suggest you review the KiCad documentation
and then come back with specific issues or questions based on what you
find there.
On 1/13/2025 3:13 PM, Frederick R. Vobbe wrote:
I'm still trying to get acclimated to KiCad.? Could someone refer me to
the correct DOC or instructions how to do the following.
I'm using this connector for the I/O.? "Fixed Terminal Blocks 6P 2.54mm
90DEG" (Mouser: 651-1725698)
qs=Ul7CXFMnlWUIR3VpVwwC4A%3D%3D
This part does have an ECAD Model.
My project is on my PC at: E:\Fred's Documents\KiCad\AF-Interface
Is there a step by step FAQ or DOC which will take me from download of
the Symbol/Footprint, and putting it to where it needs to be to be
functional within KiCad on the project.
What I've read so far appears to be for more advanced users, assuming I
know the structure.? I'm in the beginning stages of KiCad.
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Frederick R. Vobbe
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Lima, OH 45805-1835 U.S.A.
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Frederick R. Vobbe
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