Pantheon Ink Resistor functionality enhancements include the ability to create rectangular and complex ink resistor shapes parametrically during layout, or from information obtained from a schematic. Components reside in the design database as parametric types, allowing flexible modifications as needed during design. Manipulates individual ink resistor layers, whether internal or external. Defined parametric properties can be saved for use in any design; auto-generates ink resistors based on given inks. Creates ink resistor shapes from ink resistor calculation formulas or flexible dialog options. Generator Dialog includes a preview window that updates as ink resistor attributes are modified. For laser trim parameters, offers full functionality with options for passive and functional trim. Other options include specifying static and/or dynamic trim clearances for placement and routing. Sets resistor tolerances and trim percentages for flexibility in ink resistor creation.

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