Placing devicesPlacing devicesDevices are groups of sockets with a label and graphics to depict the device and its function.
● Place a generic, simple device with the New Device tool. After placement, customize the device with sockets and real-world data, and then save it as a symbol definition.
● The Device Builder tool can also be used to place devices. Devices can be placed with basic information and customized later, or the device builder can access actual manufacturer data for the make and model, and create the proper number and type of sockets for you. The device builder creates a standard device according to the manufacturer data, or a custom symbol definition that is saved in the user folder, for use in other files.
As devices are placed and customized (see Editing devices and sockets), you can build a library of custom devices that you like to use. With an established library of custom device symbol definitions, you can then use the New Device tool to place a saved device resource, complete with custom graphics and default sockets. Devices can be copied and pasted to create a series of similar devices.
If you are using a ConnectCAD template, place devices on the Schematic design layer. If creating devices that are associated with existing symbols on another design layer (such as a floorplan), set both layers to visible.
Devices rely on the snap grid for their placement and spacing; ensure that Snap to Grid is enabled. If the devices are not spaced as expected, increase the snap grid distance. See Grid snapping for more information.
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