Data Sheet

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4) Type the name of the STEP file and then the rotation and offset required to align the STEP
file with the pads on the board.
For geometric models, the difference is basically that you describe the part in terms of size and
shape via a simple scripting language. This is covered in the reference manual.
Live Update
Like any other module in Proteus, the 3D Viewer will update live as changes are made to the
PCB layout module. In practice, the usefulness of this will depend very much on the power of
your machine (number of cores, memory, etc.) and the complexity of the board.
On a board of modest complexity and a modern computer the redraw time is not significant and
- particularly on split frames - is very useful for movement and positioning.
More information on 3D Visualization including creation your own 3D models, exporting
3D STEP Files for MCAD import, customizations and applying 3D data to legacy designs
can be found in the 3D Viewer section in the online reference manual.