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https://github.com/clacktronics/AudioJacks
KiCAD footprint library and 3D models for commonly used connectors used in synths and other audio equipment.
There are no symbols for the jacks as it is intended for use with the KiCAD standard symbols. The pads are named with the matching designators that KiCAD uses for jacks they are as below
For information on which jack symbol to use with which connector read DATA.md that contains more detailed information about this library that is not possible to fit into the KiCAD files.
File > Add Library pick the AudioJacks.pretty folder and click openGlobal as the file table to add it toPreferences > Manage footprint librariesGlobal Libraries tap, choose the folder icon Add existing library to tableAudioJacks.pretty and press openThis is a little tricky, the way KiCAD 5.1 manages 3D models is still a little bit basic. Fundamentally the 3D files just need to be dumped into the packages3d directory but they will not be shared as the files are not stored in the project folder unlike symbols and footprints which are backed up into the local project folder. The best way is to copy the 3d shapes part of this library into the official KiCAD directory.
Preferences > Configure paths find the directory of your KISYS3DMOD filesAudioJacks.3dshapes to that directory (you might find it is Read only, use Admin)If you wish to do it another way you have to manually edit each footprint either at PCBnew level or in the footprint editor to point to the new location of the 3d file for that footprint. It will likely end up being the absolute location on your computer.
CONTRIBUTE.md to check a few simple design rules I follow. I can not guaruntee my response speed.I have attached an MIT licence, it is free to use and modify for any use. I don't beleive in licences as they are only useful for the super wealthy who can afford gambling on litigation and in the end the only people that really win are the lawyers. Hopefully it will help if you need the proof that I won't come after you, all work here is original, no files are derivative of other copyrighted work such as manufacturer 3D models for example.
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