* Microsoft [[Windows]] 7 or 8 operating system
==Installation==
Download and run the executable installer program from the download link that is provided to you by EMAG Technologies Inc. and follow the installer instructions step by step.
==License==
The [[RF.Spice A/D]] application comes with a node-locked license that works only on the computer for which it was originally generated. After you install [[RF.Spice A/D]] on your computer and try to start the program for the first time, it pops up an error message saying it could not locate the license file. This message also displays one or more MAC Addresses specific to the computer on which you have installed the [[RF.Spice A/D]] application. A MAC address is a 12-character string that is a combination of letters and numbers. You need to email this MAC address to us so we can generate a license file for you. Once you receive the ".LIC" license file from us, place it in the "Licenses" folder of your [[installation]] directory. You are now set to go!
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[[File:b2MAN_Fig2.png|thumb|50px|Toolbox]]
== Toolbox Overview ==
One of the important visual elements of [[RF.Spice A/D]] is its '''Toolbox ''' located on its left side panel. The Toolbox allows you quick access and navigation to all your project properties, parts in the current project, parts in your custom palette, and all the parts in the database. It also contains the Test Panel and all the graph settings and controls. From the toolbox, you can quickly select parts, set the various [[parameters]] for the analysis of your circuit and customize your output data and graphs.
[[RF.Spice]]'s Toolbox has a number of tabs:
* Edit Axes (Only when a graph window is active)
[[File:b2MAN_Fig3.png|thumb|300px|B2.Spice A/D Parts Bin]]
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=== Parts Bin ===
In Besides [[RF.Spice A/D]], the ability to choose parts has been greatly improved. Now in addition to the 's standard database browser where you can choose your search a part by name or filter by category or keyword, the '''Parts Bin''' of the toolbox allows you can also select to pick and place the exact part you want by function, manufacturer or name from a pop-up menu. Clicking on the "Parts Bin" tab allows you to scroll through a parts list grouped by function, or by manufacturer or by name. But the newest development is a "Parts Palette" that allows you to store your most often frequently used part, or parts, available in your company's inventory for quick and easy access. You can add and remove parts as your requirements change.
The first time you go to select a part, the program will seem to hang, but it is indeed pulling data from the parts database. This might take a few seconds and is completely normal. More importantly, this will only happen the FIRST time you select a part. Once the program fills in the data, subsequent device selections will take an unnoticeable amount of time. The Parts Palette is an area that allows you to populate with your most commonly used parts for quick access. You can add any part from the database and remove them at will. The palette will remain filled even after the program is closedplace without a pause.
For further discussion of how to choose and place parts, please see the section on [[b2_schematic#Choosing_and_Placing_Parts | Choosing and Placing Parts]].
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=== Circuit Parameters ===
The '''[[Parameters]] ''' tab of the toolbox contains a list of all the parts in your circuit whose [[parameters]] can be changed, such as resistors, capacitors, etc. Next to each part is its current value. The purpose of this area is to allow quick value changes to part values while a Live Simulation live simulation is running.
To learn more about [[RF.Spice]]'s live [[parameters]], please refer to the section on [[parameters| Circuit Parameters]].
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=== Circuit Tests ===
In [[RF.Spice A/D]], "Predefined [[Tests]] " and "Live Simulations " are now two distinct simulation modes. (Live) Simulations simulations refer to perpetual time-domain simulations that start at t = 0 seconds and end only when you pause or reset them. [[Tests]] are pre-defined analysis types that you can run on your circuit to see how it behaves under various domains. DC Bias (Operating Point), AC, Transient are some examples of test types you will frequently run in [[testsRF.Spice A/D]] you can run. Each test can be selected, set up, and run from the pull down menu in the "'''[[Tests]]" ''' tab of the Toolboxtoolbox. Unlike live simulations, [[tests]] are NOT interactive, and the results are displayed on a graph or in a table, NOT on the [[Virtual Instruments|virtual instruments]].
For detailed descriptions on each Test, refer to the section on [[Tests]].
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=== Circuit Animation ===
Circuit [[Animation]] allows graphical and text representation of the circuit state on the schematic using wire/part colors as well as symbols and text to represent the voltage, current, and power states of the circuit while a live simulation is running. More details about live data visualization can be found in the section on [[animation| Circuit Animation]].
=== Project Management ===
The '''Workspace ''' tab of the Toolbox toolbox allows you total control over the all the files associated with a circuit. The Workspace workspace is set up in a collapsible tree-based structure. Each project can be expanded to show all the files associated with that project, including the circuit itself, the simulations, simulation results, and associated graphs. You can add new files or close existing files in the Workspace workspace by highlighting the project or file and going to , opening the File menu Menu and choosing the appropriate command.Â
=== Circuit Wizards ===
The idea behind the Circuit Wizard Wizards is easy circuit creation. Just select the type of circuit that you wish to create, fill in a few choices and the rest of the work is done for you. You may select to place the new circuit directly into your existing circuit or place it into a blank circuit to start a new design.
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<td> [[File:b2MAN_Fig8.png|thumb|250px|RF.Spice A/D Circuit Wizard - Main Page]]
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<td> [[File:b2MAN_Fig9.png|thumb|250px|RF.Spice A/D Circuit Wizard - Filter Design]]
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