[sdiy] Schematic Capture & Layout Special!

[Theo]

I use this for over 15 years, but I am not familiar with Multisim.
Ulticap is very close to Orcad, originally the deal was: Orcad capture,
Ultiboard pcb design.

 IMHO descent package BUT take a good look at the limitations of the
 "Personal" versions.
I have the "Personal Design Solution" but got it before the price raise (was
$363, now $799!!!!)
In my version (5.72 personal unlimited pins)  the gerber output is disabled,
a real pain in the @ss
Also the spice simulation holds some annoying bugs as does the
"interconnections" between worksheets.

I think about a up grade, but with the resent price raise (they call it
sale) this will may be a competitive upgrade.
I got a nice letter where they offered me a upgrade for $600 to the
professional version (1200 pin),
Shoot 2 months earlier the same package was $600 and the upgrade $200 !!!
I might save myself serious bucks by down grading to Eagle, think it will be
good enough for me and I get the gerber!

Don't forget I am feeling a bit screwed by Ultimate tech/Electronics
workbench.
This is a very decent and complete package, good auto routers, nice complete
set of tools, fast user interface (need 3 button or scroll mouse).
Compare this to Orcad or Protell, not to Eagel or Winroute!

See for your self if you find it worth the money.

Regards,
Theo


> From: Tony Clark <clark at andrews.edu>
>
> >    Hi All,
> >
> >    Was just looking through my mail today and noticed a promotional sale
> > being offered by Electronics Workbench.
> >
> >    www.electronicsworkbench.com
> >
> >    Now I don't endorse or even _use_ or own any of their software, but
> > since I know that there are more than a couple of people interested in
> > getting into a decent PCB package, I thought I would pass this on.
> >    I checked out their website but their order forms show the old
> > pricing, so you might have to call them to get the pricing.  Here's the
> > list:
> >
> >    Multisim Personal  (capture)    $295
> >             Professional           $695
> >    Ultiboard Personal (layout)     $295
> >              Professional          $695
> >              PowerPro             $1395
> >    Ultiroute Personal (autorouter) $295
> >              Professional          $695
> >              PowerPro             $2395
> >    Package deals
> >       Personal Design Solution     $799 <-- Not too bad
> >       Professional                $1899
> >
> >    The package deals include the Personal or Professional versions of
the
> > Multisim/Ultiboard/Ultiroute.  There are restrictions built in, so you
> > might want to consider that.  The Personal version is limited to 700
pins
> > of routing (but probably more than most people will ever need).  My
flier
> > indicates limitation on routable layers, but the website doesn't show
> > that, so better ask some questions if you are seriously considering it!
> >    The sale is good to April 18.  You can call 1-800-263-5552 to order
or
> > possibly bug some salesperson.  :)
> >
> >    Again, I don't use it and am not affiliated with them in any way.
> > Just passing the information along to anyone interested.
> >
> >    Cheers,
> >
> >    Tony
> >
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