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Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
Thanks
Peter
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Brad Velander
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Peter,
Simply selecting traces and deleting them. It can be done quite easily
in a couple of clicks per layer for deleting every trace on a layer. If you
are wanting something more selective then try embellishing on this tip.
For every trace on a layer, double click on one trace segment bring open
the property window for that trace. Click on the Global button near the
bottom. On the first Tab where you will find the trace's layer listed,
select "same" in the middle column match by field beside the layer. Now
click on the select checkbox near the bottom of the window. This will select
all traces on the same layer when you close the property window. After all
the traces are selected press Shift-Delete and all of those traces will be
deleted.
That is the manner that I usually use. However if you are a little
wilder and adventurous you could have set the same layer matching to "Any".
Then you would have deleted all traces on every layer in one quick delete.
Likewise if you selected "Different" then you would delete every trace
except those on the layer you started. After you press the Shift-Delete
after closing the trace property window and allowing the selection to be
performed.
For more selective removal of traces you just have to find some way of
matching their properties to do a different global editing selection and
then the same Shift-Delete. You can also use the selection tools to "S"elect
Connected Co"P"per (C,P) or something like "S"elect "N"et (S, N) which will
select a whole net whether or not it is all routed yet.
You really have to get a grasp on the Global Editing and then the
varying manners of selecting items. Also as you go through the menus, pay
attention to the hot keys for each function (usually the capitalized or
quoted letters in the menu commands. It is sure quicker than clicking
through menus. Also just try some semi-intuitive letter keys, i.e. "S" for
select, "P" for place (traces, vias, pads, lines, component decals, etc.),
"E" for d"E"select, "D" for Design rules, "G" for grid, etc.. You can also
look in the Help and find a listing of the "Hot Keys", I know it is usually
not easily found but I know it is in there somewhere, then you can print it
out for reference. Then look at the other choices presented when these keys
are pressed. Make a practice copy of your file so that you don't mes up the
only copy and then just play and experiment, you should be able to catch on
real quickly.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Peter" <martech@ozemail.com.au> wrote in message
news:bZcGg.15442$rP1.11280@news-server.bigpond.net.au...
Simply selecting traces and deleting them. It can be done quite easily
in a couple of clicks per layer for deleting every trace on a layer. If you
are wanting something more selective then try embellishing on this tip.
For every trace on a layer, double click on one trace segment bring open
the property window for that trace. Click on the Global button near the
bottom. On the first Tab where you will find the trace's layer listed,
select "same" in the middle column match by field beside the layer. Now
click on the select checkbox near the bottom of the window. This will select
all traces on the same layer when you close the property window. After all
the traces are selected press Shift-Delete and all of those traces will be
deleted.
That is the manner that I usually use. However if you are a little
wilder and adventurous you could have set the same layer matching to "Any".
Then you would have deleted all traces on every layer in one quick delete.
Likewise if you selected "Different" then you would delete every trace
except those on the layer you started. After you press the Shift-Delete
after closing the trace property window and allowing the selection to be
performed.
For more selective removal of traces you just have to find some way of
matching their properties to do a different global editing selection and
then the same Shift-Delete. You can also use the selection tools to "S"elect
Connected Co"P"per (C,P) or something like "S"elect "N"et (S, N) which will
select a whole net whether or not it is all routed yet.
You really have to get a grasp on the Global Editing and then the
varying manners of selecting items. Also as you go through the menus, pay
attention to the hot keys for each function (usually the capitalized or
quoted letters in the menu commands. It is sure quicker than clicking
through menus. Also just try some semi-intuitive letter keys, i.e. "S" for
select, "P" for place (traces, vias, pads, lines, component decals, etc.),
"E" for d"E"select, "D" for Design rules, "G" for grid, etc.. You can also
look in the Help and find a listing of the "Hot Keys", I know it is usually
not easily found but I know it is in there somewhere, then you can print it
out for reference. Then look at the other choices presented when these keys
are pressed. Make a practice copy of your file so that you don't mes up the
only copy and then just play and experiment, you should be able to catch on
real quickly.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Peter" <martech@ozemail.com.au> wrote in message
news:bZcGg.15442$rP1.11280@news-server.bigpond.net.au...
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
Thanks
Peter
G
Gunther Mannigel
Guest
Peter schrieb:
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
tools -> unroute -> allCan someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
B
Brad Velander
Guest
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was there or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function is there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was there or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function is there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
S
Simon Peacock
Guest
Just be careful you don't click on GND when you are doing unroute.. it can
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was there
or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function is there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
J
Johnny Boy
Guest
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1156402534.968319@drone2-svc-skyt.qsi.net.nz...
.... Johnny
news:1156402534.968319@drone2-svc-skyt.qsi.net.nz...
this work in Protel ADVPCB?Just be careful you don't click on GND when you are doing unroute.. it can
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was there
or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function is
there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies, but... does
.... Johnny
S
Simon Peacock
Guest
yep still works (in DXP 2004)
Simon
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
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Simon
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
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"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1156402534.968319@drone2-svc-skyt.qsi.net.nz...
Just be careful you don't click on GND when you are doing unroute.. it
can
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was
there
or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function is
there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies, but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
J
Johnny Boy
Guest
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1159777478.153062@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do 1-off boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can handle the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual features. I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
.... Johnny
news:1159777478.153062@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
version 2.5, (Copyright 1991-1994)yep still works (in DXP 2004)
Simon
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
news:45209bdd$0$2914$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1156402534.968319@drone2-svc-skyt.qsi.net.nz...
Just be careful you don't click on GND when you are doing unroute.. it
can
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was
there
or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function is
there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies, but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
Sorry Simon, I should have been more specific - I meant Protel ADVPCB
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do 1-off boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can handle the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual features. I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
.... Johnny
S
Simon Peacock
Guest
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
news:4520d8f3$0$11972$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
If it is, I can't remember. I have that version sitting around here
somewhere but Protel 99SE is far superior. It has exactly the same key
strokes but is considerably more robust. Unroutes weren't very reliable in
the 3.11 version as net names weren't as sticky (especially after updating
schematic to an existing PCB. The whole update process was considerably
upgraded between the win 3.11 stuff and Protel 3.0. Then again in Protel
99SE. Protel 99SE SP 6 is probably one of the best versions they have
released (after the 3.11 stuff). The newer DXP derivatives have more bells
but you need a high performance PC to run it. 99SE fly's with most modern
PC's and runs well under XP.
If you can afford it and can find it, I would defiantly recommend the
upgrade to 99SE. DXP is to unstable and they are adding features rather
than addressing some of the older problems.
Simon
news:4520d8f3$0$11972$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
That's the old windows 3.11 version isn't it? not even win 98/xp"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1159777478.153062@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
yep still works (in DXP 2004)
Simon
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
news:45209bdd$0$2914$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1156402534.968319@drone2-svc-skyt.qsi.net.nz...
Just be careful you don't click on GND when you are doing unroute..
it
can
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that was
there
or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad
the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function
is
there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies, but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
Sorry Simon, I should have been more specific - I meant Protel ADVPCB
version 2.5, (Copyright 1991-1994)
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do 1-off
boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can handle the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual features. I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
If it is, I can't remember. I have that version sitting around here
somewhere but Protel 99SE is far superior. It has exactly the same key
strokes but is considerably more robust. Unroutes weren't very reliable in
the 3.11 version as net names weren't as sticky (especially after updating
schematic to an existing PCB. The whole update process was considerably
upgraded between the win 3.11 stuff and Protel 3.0. Then again in Protel
99SE. Protel 99SE SP 6 is probably one of the best versions they have
released (after the 3.11 stuff). The newer DXP derivatives have more bells
but you need a high performance PC to run it. 99SE fly's with most modern
PC's and runs well under XP.
If you can afford it and can find it, I would defiantly recommend the
upgrade to 99SE. DXP is to unstable and they are adding features rather
than addressing some of the older problems.
Simon
J
Johnny Boy
Guest
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1159864859.513858@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
.... Johnny
news:1159864859.513858@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
it's probably time for an upgrade sometime in the near future."Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
news:4520d8f3$0$11972$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1159777478.153062@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
yep still works (in DXP 2004)
Simon
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
news:45209bdd$0$2914$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1156402534.968319@drone2-svc-skyt.qsi.net.nz...
Just be careful you don't click on GND when you are doing
unroute..
it
can
take a while
Simon
"Brad Velander" <bveland@SpamThis.com> wrote in message
news:qD7Hg.448016$iF6.441221@pd7tw2no...
Damn,
you know how long I have used P99SE and I didn't know that
was
there
or
that it would unroute manually routed traces. Just shows how bad
the
documentation is when you don't even know a significant function
is
there.
--
Sincerely,
Brad Velander.
"Gunther Mannigel" <newsgroups@mannigel.net> wrote in message
news:4l3khjF4a2jU1@individual.net...
Peter schrieb:
Can someone tell me how you unroute a PCB?
tools -> unroute -> all
Sometimes, some tracks are left: x a (deselect all),
doubleclick on a track, global, tick selection, ok.
All remaining tracks should be highlighted.
ctrl del clears all tracks.
cheers
Gunther
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies,
but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
Sorry Simon, I should have been more specific - I meant Protel ADVPCB
version 2.5, (Copyright 1991-1994)
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do 1-off
boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can handle
the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual features.
I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
That's the old windows 3.11 version isn't it? not even win 98/xp
If it is, I can't remember. I have that version sitting around here
somewhere but Protel 99SE is far superior. It has exactly the same key
strokes but is considerably more robust. Unroutes weren't very reliable
in
the 3.11 version as net names weren't as sticky (especially after updating
schematic to an existing PCB. The whole update process was considerably
upgraded between the win 3.11 stuff and Protel 3.0. Then again in Protel
99SE. Protel 99SE SP 6 is probably one of the best versions they have
released (after the 3.11 stuff). The newer DXP derivatives have more
bells
but you need a high performance PC to run it. 99SE fly's with most modern
PC's and runs well under XP.
If you can afford it and can find it, I would defiantly recommend the
upgrade to 99SE. DXP is to unstable and they are adding features rather
than addressing some of the older problems.
Simon
You're right about the vintage Simon, but it does work well under XP. Still,
.... Johnny
S
Simon Peacock
Guest
You wont regret an upgrade to 99SE... I wouldn't recommend going to DXP
unless you really want to replace your PC as well.
the trouble is getting a copy of 99SE these days. Its not supported but
occasionally you can find a copy. Ask on the DXP groups, you might find one
lurking around.
Simon
unless you really want to replace your PC as well.
the trouble is getting a copy of 99SE these days. Its not supported but
occasionally you can find a copy. Ask on the DXP groups, you might find one
lurking around.
Simon
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies,
but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
Sorry Simon, I should have been more specific - I meant Protel ADVPCB
version 2.5, (Copyright 1991-1994)
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do 1-off
boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can handle
the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual features.
I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
That's the old windows 3.11 version isn't it? not even win 98/xp
If it is, I can't remember. I have that version sitting around here
somewhere but Protel 99SE is far superior. It has exactly the same key
strokes but is considerably more robust. Unroutes weren't very reliable
in
the 3.11 version as net names weren't as sticky (especially after
updating
schematic to an existing PCB. The whole update process was considerably
upgraded between the win 3.11 stuff and Protel 3.0. Then again in
Protel
99SE. Protel 99SE SP 6 is probably one of the best versions they have
released (after the 3.11 stuff). The newer DXP derivatives have more
bells
but you need a high performance PC to run it. 99SE fly's with most
modern
PC's and runs well under XP.
If you can afford it and can find it, I would defiantly recommend the
upgrade to 99SE. DXP is to unstable and they are adding features rather
than addressing some of the older problems.
Simon
You're right about the vintage Simon, but it does work well under XP.
Still,
it's probably time for an upgrade sometime in the near future.
... Johnny
J
Johnny Boy
Guest
"Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1159951454.290116@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
direct port access and I'm also using PIC programmer parallel port software
and other stuff, some is my own DIY software written with VC 6.0, that
relies on this.
It's probably about time I upgraded everything, but the cost is
prohibitive.
.... J (Steve)
news:1159951454.290116@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
but I like using the old Win98 PC as my workhorse because it still allowsYou wont regret an upgrade to 99SE... I wouldn't recommend going to DXP
unless you really want to replace your PC as well.
the trouble is getting a copy of 99SE these days. Its not supported but
occasionally you can find a copy. Ask on the DXP groups, you might find
one
lurking around.
Simon
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect replies,
but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
Sorry Simon, I should have been more specific - I meant Protel
ADVPCB
version 2.5, (Copyright 1991-1994)
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do
1-off
boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can
handle
the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual
features.
I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
That's the old windows 3.11 version isn't it? not even win 98/xp
If it is, I can't remember. I have that version sitting around here
somewhere but Protel 99SE is far superior. It has exactly the same
key
strokes but is considerably more robust. Unroutes weren't very
reliable
in
the 3.11 version as net names weren't as sticky (especially after
updating
schematic to an existing PCB. The whole update process was
considerably
upgraded between the win 3.11 stuff and Protel 3.0. Then again in
Protel
99SE. Protel 99SE SP 6 is probably one of the best versions they have
released (after the 3.11 stuff). The newer DXP derivatives have more
bells
but you need a high performance PC to run it. 99SE fly's with most
modern
PC's and runs well under XP.
If you can afford it and can find it, I would defiantly recommend the
upgrade to 99SE. DXP is to unstable and they are adding features
rather
than addressing some of the older problems.
Simon
You're right about the vintage Simon, but it does work well under XP.
Still,
it's probably time for an upgrade sometime in the near future.
... Johnny
Actually, one of my PCs is only a couple of months old, running XP Pro,
direct port access and I'm also using PIC programmer parallel port software
and other stuff, some is my own DIY software written with VC 6.0, that
relies on this.
It's probably about time I upgraded everything, but the cost is
prohibitive.
.... J (Steve)
J
Johnny Boy
Guest
"Johnny Boy" <NoSpam@Please.com> wrote in message
news:4523775b$0$5111$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
.... Steve
news:4523775b$0$5111$afc38c87@news.optusnet.com.au...
Sorry, the above should have been VC++ 5.0, not 6.0."Simon Peacock" <simon-quicksilver_net_nz> wrote in message
news:1159951454.290116@drone2.qsi.net.nz...
You wont regret an upgrade to 99SE... I wouldn't recommend going to DXP
unless you really want to replace your PC as well.
the trouble is getting a copy of 99SE these days. Its not supported but
occasionally you can find a copy. Ask on the DXP groups, you might find
one
lurking around.
Simon
I know this is an old thread, so I don't really expect
replies,
but...
does
this work in Protel ADVPCB?
... Johnny
Sorry Simon, I should have been more specific - I meant Protel
ADVPCB
version 2.5, (Copyright 1991-1994)
Yep, I'm still using this relic. Works well for me. I mostly do
1-off
boards
and when I do need a number, "IMP PC" in S.A., (Australia) can
handle
the
output files and they do a great job, with all of the usual
features.
I'm
too old to start learning again if I can possibly avoid it.
That's the old windows 3.11 version isn't it? not even win 98/xp
If it is, I can't remember. I have that version sitting around here
somewhere but Protel 99SE is far superior. It has exactly the same
key
strokes but is considerably more robust. Unroutes weren't very
reliable
in
the 3.11 version as net names weren't as sticky (especially after
updating
schematic to an existing PCB. The whole update process was
considerably
upgraded between the win 3.11 stuff and Protel 3.0. Then again in
Protel
99SE. Protel 99SE SP 6 is probably one of the best versions they
have
released (after the 3.11 stuff). The newer DXP derivatives have
more
bells
but you need a high performance PC to run it. 99SE fly's with most
modern
PC's and runs well under XP.
If you can afford it and can find it, I would defiantly recommend
the
upgrade to 99SE. DXP is to unstable and they are adding features
rather
than addressing some of the older problems.
Simon
You're right about the vintage Simon, but it does work well under XP.
Still,
it's probably time for an upgrade sometime in the near future.
... Johnny
Actually, one of my PCs is only a couple of months old, running XP
Pro,
but I like using the old Win98 PC as my workhorse because it still allows
direct port access and I'm also using PIC programmer parallel port
software
and other stuff, some is my own DIY software written with VC 6.0, that
relies on this.
.... Steve
It's probably about time I upgraded everything, but the cost is
prohibitive.
... J (Steve)
D
David Brown
Guest
Johnny Boy wrote:
well. The great majority of software that accesses the parallel port
uses the "giveio" driver - it's easy to incorporate it into your own
software too. The program simply needs to open a handle to the giveio
driver, and then it gets direct access to the parallel port just like on
toy windows. If you have old programs that you need to run, you can
also use the "totalio" driver - once that driver is started as a
service, all programs get access to the parallel port (and all other
hardware - it's a bit dangerous, so only activate it when needed!).
It's easy enough to get direct port access with NT-based windows asActually, one of my PCs is only a couple of months old, running XP Pro,
but I like using the old Win98 PC as my workhorse because it still allows
direct port access and I'm also using PIC programmer parallel port software
and other stuff, some is my own DIY software written with VC 6.0, that
relies on this.
It's probably about time I upgraded everything, but the cost is
prohibitive.
... J (Steve)
well. The great majority of software that accesses the parallel port
uses the "giveio" driver - it's easy to incorporate it into your own
software too. The program simply needs to open a handle to the giveio
driver, and then it gets direct access to the parallel port just like on
toy windows. If you have old programs that you need to run, you can
also use the "totalio" driver - once that driver is started as a
service, all programs get access to the parallel port (and all other
hardware - it's a bit dangerous, so only activate it when needed!).