Changelog

NextBV 0.1.43 Release Notes

Parser Enhancements

• BRD Landrex Test Link: Resolved parsing issues affecting some boardview files.
• FZ: Fixed rare parsing issues with pad size on specific boardview files.

NextBV 0.1.42 Release Notes

This release primarily focuses on internal improvements and bug fixes, with no visible changes or new features for users.

NextBV 0.1.41 Release Notes

New Parser Support

• Added support for Asus RMA boardview files.

Parser Enhancements

• BRD TOPTEST: Fixed pad name parsing issues on certain boardviews.
• BDV: Fixed net name parsing issues and added support for single-character component names.
• ASC: Added support for single-character component names; parts.asc file is now optional.
• KiCad: Added support for KiCad version 8 PCB files.

Schematic Viewer

• Upgraded PDF rendering capabilities.

Other

• Discord Link: Updated Discord link.

NextBV 0.1.40 Release Notes

Enhanced Parser Functionality:

• BRD Cadence Allegro: The parser has been upgraded, enabling users to open locked design files without the need for a password. This update enhances the user experience by providing a smoother and more efficient process for accessing protected files.

NextBV 0.1.39 Release Notes

New Features

• Search by Content: Users can now perform searches by content of uploaded boardview and schematic files directly from the Dashboard/Boards and within the Viewer interface.
• Search Navigation: Enhanced the Viewer with the ability to search through selected boardview/schematic files and navigate seamlessly through the search results.

New Parser Support

• XZZ (XinZhiZao) PCB: Introduced support for XZZ PCB file format.

Parser Enhancements

• BVR:
  • Added parsing for component descriptions.
  • Enhanced the parsing of pin radii.
  • Resolved issues encountered with certain boardview files.
• FZ:
  • Refined the parsing of Nails and implemented other minor improvements.
• BDV:
  • Now supports files lacking outline data, ensuring broader file compatibility.
• BRD TopTest:
  • Addressed and corrected parsing issues with specific files to ensure reliability.
• TVW:
  • Improved parsing of the D-code section.
• Altium:
  • Enhanced parsing of reference designators.

NextBV 0.1.38 Release Notes

What’s New

• This update introduces improvements to our parsers, as well as new format support.

Parser Enhancements

• BRD Cadence Allegro: Enhanced compatibility with support for files up to version 23.
• BVR: Implemented small improvements, including support for optional section headers in BVR files.
• TVW: Resolved problems with parsing some files, enhancing reliability and performance.
• BVRE: Newly introduced support for the encoded version of the BVR format.

NextBV v0.1.37 release notes

Here are the details regarding the latest NextBV v0.1.37 update, which introduces various enhancements to both the parser and boardviewer functionalities.

Parser Enhancements:

• BVR 3: Resolved issues with zero-size pads encountered on some game console boards.
• BRD Cadence Allegro: Improved parsing accuracy of board outlines for better representation.
• BRD Landrex: Enhanced support for a wider range of Landrex boards.
• TVW: Support files with test layer(s).

BoardViewer Power-Ups:

• Component Hiding: Easily hide specific components, like heatsinks or poorly rendered elements, for a clearer view of the board. Additionally, a button has been added to search for and hide all components whose pads are either unconnected or connected to the GND net.
• Visibility Toggles: Gain granular control by toggling the visibility of reference designators, component outlines, and nails (test points).
• Error Page update: Redesigned error page with a more informative 404 error description for a smoother user experience.