This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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It's good to know that DXF-in is on the wish list — please accept my encouragement to do whatever is necessary to put it near enough to the top of the list that it actually ends up in the next version. I understand that fancy AutoCAD information wouldn't make it…
PRINTER DRIVERS
Message #22307
Strange Request ! We are looking for a list of the various printers that may be supported by AutoCAD. We are trying to find a printer that is compatable with both AutoCAD and with the Apollo Domain. An example would be: if there is a driver for the Apple Image…
Peter, DXFIN is on the wish list for future versions of AutoSketch. You guys covered most of the reasons it isn't there now. AutoSketch would have to remove much of the information that an AutoCAD drawing can contain (Layer names, text styles, solids, 3d entities and so on). You could…
Peter; I can see what you'd like to do — certainly makes sense. AutoDesk seems to have big plans for AutoSketch (with the Team1), and I've talked to them recently, and they claim to have BIG enchancements in the works for the next two releases of Sketch. Sounds like something…
I understand that the opposite of what I asked about is available. And for the most part, SKD to DXF conversion (that is AutoSketch to AutoCAD) is what I'm looking for. I'm an occasional user, and AutoSketch is all I really need. If I sketch up the "gist" of an…
Peter; I'm not an AutoCAD user, but I have used AutoSketch for some time now. The problem will be that AutoSketch cannot read .DXF files, it can only generate them. I guess that AutoDesk's thoughts were that ASketch files could be loaded into ACAD through the .DXF format (reverse of…
#.DXF -> .SKD (?)
Message #22261
Is there any way to use AutoSketch to work on files originally generated in AutoCAD? (It sure seems like that "oughta be" possible!)
There is space in DL9 now. You should have no problem uploading your demo. As a person who has seen the working version, I look forward to having the demo version on the forum. Vince "The Flying Dutchman" should be here this week! If there are any messages, I'll pass…
This is Cyco automation, This is Bart Mellink from the home office in the Netherlands. Vincent is running around in the states somewhere. As far as I know he is in Chicago this week. This is also the CIS account you should use to get any messages to Vincent, I…
recover corrupt dwg file
Message #22245
We are developing a package called: AutoSave. The aim of the product is to get as much as possible from corrupt .DWG files (files with EREAD errors etc.) and convert them into .DXF files. Right now, we are Beta testing the product and like to have a lot of example…
#Cyco Automation
Message #22244
Hello all, Has anyone heard any word on Automanager from Cyco Automation? I am unable to track Mr. Vincent Everts through CIS, and I am keenly interested in this product. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks, Jeffrey
The Phantom! (I kind of like that) I have been toying with the idea of getting a GIF scan of CompuServe Central on the Forum. Perhaps we'll get around to it sometime. I think I'll logon to your BBS and use that as a nom de plume! What no 2400?…
Automanager demo
Message #22212
Hello Jamie, This is Bart Mellink from Cyco automation in the netherlands. I would like to upload a new program we developed into DL 9. I tried but got an errormessage saying there are too many files allready in the area. The program is called AUTOMANAGER and has the following…
BBS
Message #22159
Jamie: You mentioned some time ago that you where interested in seeing BBS's for AutoCAD. We run a private BBS for NC-Auto-Code users which of course are also AutoCAD users. The number is 614771-9228. Use the following user names to get on: first name NEW last name USER Password: GUEST…
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Steve, apparently we made some small error in the installation procedure. Our local dealer was able to solve the problem. It seems that the CEMM driver (provided with the Compaq 386) was causing the prob. The driver allows the 386's extended mem. to work as expanded, we assume that created…
AutoCAD In Manufacturing
Message #22023
Jamie: Please forward this message to Joyce Williams in Applications Marketting [2617]. It concerns the topics I will address at the AEC show in the ACAD in Manufacturing seminar. Topic: Four applications of AutoCAD/CAM 1) Replacement of existing Minicomputer NC coding system with AutoCAD and NC-Auto-Code. [Result: Faster NC, fewer…
Chester, does the "Fatal error LTINIT2" message only occur with one drawing or several or all? There is apparently a problem reading a linetype table in the drawing file. The drawing file or ACAD.LIN may be damaged or corrupted, or possibly the prototype drawing has a problem in this area.…
Send me a *SYSOP message with you Dealer number or Developer number and I will give you access. Jamie
dl 15 entrance
Message #21925
How do we get auth. for dl 13 – 17 ? I am a 3rd P.D. No.XX Thank's
Chase Systems
Message #21923
We have recently installed Chase Systems Acad Partner, and we have n noticed an error message FATAL ERROR LTINIT2… what does this mean? if anyone is familiar with Chase Products please call me (PHILIP) collect at (318) 477-2769 after 5:00 p.m. Sunday the 17th or Monday the 18th. Any assistance…
Craig, I used to not like compiled code either, and this stems back to my days using the HP-85……as one usually can tweak the code just enough to get it to more than it does………. But after I had the guys in our Santa Fe office start messing with a…
Corky, This sounds like a good idea to me…….I don't see why a reasonable demo can't be set up, But I watched a Real live working demo of the non-mentioned product that was poorly done by the presenter, and THEN improperly evaluated by the enginering staff who appeared to be…
Jason, I ship no encripted code for several reasons. First, if someone wants in as you did, it is a minor inconvience to unprotect and unKelvinate. Second, if there is a support problem, I can usually fix it over the phone and talk my client through the editing. I once…
HERE, HERE AGAIN, All CIMtechnologies products are shipped with source code and changes to this code are encouraged. Of course we cannot offer free phone support on changed code, we feel that these changes can eventually be used to increase our products capabilities. Unfortunately we write code for some companies…
#software protection
Message #21904
RLH: If a guy screws up a routine, he just copies over it with the original and starts over. That is, of course, if the software is not copy protected. My kid learns things the same way. His imagination depends on it! (I can't resist booing Kelvination). Craig. .
Jamie: Geez, you're such a nice guy. >Roger…I don't think nice guys should have opinions. Everyone wants to punch them out instead of the guy that's causing the problem. >Jamie…Explicative deleted…WHAM!!!!. Speaking of bad code. My viewset lisp routine only works for 12" monitors, I recently discovered. (Or should I…
You Gentlemen are all missing one vital point, somepeople out there really like this package, some others hate but love another one. What I really would love to see is some try-out packages like the $100 Acad demo that give you a real chance to let your customer see if…
Jason, What, you mean someone else bought the same JUNK ! I can empathize with your problem, it's driven me to produce my own work arrounds also… Probably we should all get together and market our routines as GENERIC COGO for the user who wants to get something done with…
The concept of paying for the source is a good one, but the guy who owns the code makes that decision. Perhaps we (with AEC) will take that concept to heart, but that is seems like a wish list item to me. You know there are other reasons to Kelvinate.…
Jason, HERE, HERE!!. ALL Looking Glass Microproducts AutoLisp code (except for demo disks) is shipped Not-Kelvinated, Not-Ecripted, and Not-Copy-Protected. Furthermore, I discourage the purchase of ANY copy-protected programs by my clients. Phil Kreiker Looking Glass Microproducts AutoCAD / Engineer Works Dealer / 3rd Party Developer
#software protection
Message #21858
A few weeks ago, I read with interest the discussion about protecting AutoCAD 3rd Party packages. I'm sorry to say, but I wouldn't pay a nickel for some of the garbage that I've seen. I work for a civil engineering company and we purchased a COGO package that was just…
Wayland, the ADI kit in complete form is no longer on the forum. You can download the Docs,(DL 10) but you need to purchase the kit from your dealer these days. ($100.00) Jamie
#ADI Driver development
Message #21785
Please let us know how to download the ADI interface program wewe are wanting to create some graphics interfaces for the KONTRON graphics board, as well as work with interaction between AutoCAD and a plotter. (Camera scanning.) Thanks, Wayland Davis or Richard Meyer, CadPLUS Products Company, 76310,300
BRO-#.ARC
Message #21313
Thanks much Steve. Angus Robertson
There are a couple different ways, Angus: 1) In each DL there is a file called BRO-#.ARC (#= number of the DL) which is a "browse" (list/description) of all the files in that DL. To read this "binary" file, you must download it and de-compress it with an un-arcing utility…
#Applications Cat.
Message #21274
Hi Jamie, Trying to find subject catalog in various DL's and haven't been What is best method of finding a particular file? Thanks, Angus Robertson