How to create an extracted view?

After the simulation is successfully complete, the status of the model is changed to done and the path to the S-parameters file saved with .s2p extension is shown in the S-Params File field on the Results tab.

To create an extracted view using the S-parameter file:

1. Click  (Create Extracted View) on the toolbar of the assistant.
   The Create Extracted View form is displayed. This form shows the library, cell, and view name for the extracted view. All available model files for the layout are listed in the Model Files list.
2. To allow the tool to automatically place the models in the schematic view, ensure that the Interactive Mode check box is deselected. 
3. Use the Add and Remove commands to modify the Model Files list so that it contains all the files to be included in the extracted view.
4. Click OK.

While saving an extracted view, Virtuoso creates a copy of the schematic and replaces the modeled devices with an n-port that points to the S-parameters saved in the EM simulation results. It also saves the S-parameter file inside the target cellview. The model file becomes a part of the cellview. If you move or copy the cellview, the model file is moved or copied at the same time.

Related Content: 

• Placing Models in the Schematic View Interactively

• Highlighting S-Parameter Models in Schematic