Connection Point is a function for setting one point as a reference potential. It is also referred to as a "Single Point Ground" or "Single Point Earth".

By combining two different GNDs into a single [Earth Point], it is possible to minimize the potential difference, which is a countermeasure for noise.
Using this function, schematic and PCB affinity is improved, and the single earth portion is considered by the DRC of the PCB design side, so a visual check is no longer needed, which results in greatly reducing routing work.

Connection Point Usage Example

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Drawing a Connection Point

The following is the operation for a Connection Point.

(1) Select [Draw] >> [Connection Point].

(2) Input a Connected Net Name, and then click "OK".   * To input multiple Net Names for a connection, input by entering a line break.

(3) Click on the coordinate where you want to place it. => Connection lines will be displayed.

(4) Connect the route according to the connection lines.

After placement, connection can be done using Add Net.

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Each Operation for Drawing a Connection Point

The following will explain each operation for drawing a connection point.

Selecting the Connection Point Menu
Exiting Connection Point Mode

 

Selecting the Connection Point Menu

Select [Draw] => [Connection Point]

There are several other ways to perform this. Refer to About Executing Menus.

 

Exiting Connection Point Mode

The following is the operation for exiting Connection Point mode.

When not creating a Connection Point,

Right click, Select => [Cancel].
* Press "Escape" on the keyboard.