Help needed with Github

I have been trying to look at Github for the Duet PCB layout but so far only found a confusing mass of strange files with odd suffixes. Others seem to have used this ok.

Rory

The simplest way for the casual user is to download the zip snapshot of the git repository (you may already have done that).

Then install Kicad from [iut-tice.ujf-grenoble.fr] (windows installer) or other OS as appropriate.

After starting Kicad, open the .pro file. There is a schematic editor (called eeschema) and PCB editor (pcbnew) which can be accessed by the tool buttons in the project window.

HTH

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Hello Rory

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I have been trying to look at Github for the Duet PCB layout but so far only found a confusing mass of strange files with odd suffixes. Others seem to have used this ok.

Rory

Take a look here Github Duet
On the right hand side of the page you will see Download ZIP or click here
Once downloaded unzip into a folder.
Now in the Duet folder you will see loads of files as well as some files with extension .sch .brd etc.

You also need to download Kicad and install it.
You can get this here KiCad Software Suit

Now all downloaded and installed KiCad, launch KiCad and open file Duet0.6.pro and you will see 5 files listed in KiCad, double click on the .sch file for the Schematic Layout (you will need to select from the View menu the hierarchy and select the schematic page you require), or double click on the .brd file.

Just ignore the version warning on the .brd file.

Hope this helps.

Paul

Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 01/11/2014 11:18AM by TMD_RS436.

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RS Ormerod No 436

Thank you.

Now loaded.

Rory