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#21588 SlideManager Message #21609
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · What's New ! April 7, 1988 1:19 PM
Look at what has come from this little adventure into C, imagine if you did this full time??? Have you gone down the ACAD BBS list and planted SLDMGR in other soils? You could even put some slides in with it. Perhaps I will start the ball rolling. Putting slides…
#21588 SlideManager Message #21609
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · What's New ! April 7, 1988 1:19 PM
Look at what has come from this little adventure into C, imagine if you did this full time??? Have you gone down the ACAD BBS list and planted SLDMGR in other soils? You could even put some slides in with it. Perhaps I will start the ball rolling. Putting slides…
#21586 how to Message #21608
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoLISP April 7, 1988 1:18 PM
Sure, what you need to do is dig into entity access a little. The 38 field in a Lisp entity list gives you the Z (or elevation) of the entity. If this field is not present the Z elevation is 0. You can pull that information off the entity list…
#21586 how to Message #21608
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoLISP April 7, 1988 1:18 PM
Sure, what you need to do is dig into entity access a little. The 38 field in a Lisp entity list gives you the Z (or elevation) of the entity. If this field is not present the Z elevation is 0. You can pull that information off the entity list…
#21583 PLOT 10 SUPPORT Message #21607
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 7, 1988 1:18 PM
That's a new one for me. Never heard of a Plot 10, so I asked around in the dept. and got the same answers. Who makes this plotter? Most plotters (specially the off brands) usually emulate HPGL. If that is the case then you should not have too many problems…
#21583 PLOT 10 SUPPORT Message #21607
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 7, 1988 1:18 PM
That's a new one for me. Never heard of a Plot 10, so I asked around in the dept. and got the same answers. Who makes this plotter? Most plotters (specially the off brands) usually emulate HPGL. If that is the case then you should not have too many problems…
#21553 SlideManager Message #21568
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · What's New ! April 5, 1988 9:28 PM
How can anything that can't do DXF and is priced as shareware, compete? I haven't seen the program, but after ON-Line today runs your add, they won't stand a chance! Jamie
#21553 SlideManager Message #21568
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · What's New ! April 5, 1988 9:28 PM
How can anything that can't do DXF and is priced as shareware, compete? I haven't seen the program, but after ON-Line today runs your add, they won't stand a chance! Jamie
#21544 dfx Message #21566
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 9:28 PM
Yes indeed, I even have to ask (even though I drew it) as it is company property. I think we may be able to get a release of it, but we'll see. I have many 3d drawing that are collecting dust, I plan to get the ok for as many…
#21544 dfx Message #21566
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 9:28 PM
Yes indeed, I even have to ask (even though I drew it) as it is company property. I think we may be able to get a release of it, but we'll see. I have many 3d drawing that are collecting dust, I plan to get the ok for as many…
#21526 Streaming Editor Message #21564
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 9:27 PM
Without the handshake code your plotter buffer probably will fill and overflow, causing a loss of drawing data. I would suggest you get look into network PLOTTER spoolers. There are a few on the market now and I am sure there are some folks here that have used them. Any…
#21526 Streaming Editor Message #21564
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 9:27 PM
Without the handshake code your plotter buffer probably will fill and overflow, causing a loss of drawing data. I would suggest you get look into network PLOTTER spoolers. There are a few on the market now and I am sure there are some folks here that have used them. Any…
#21547 PGA Board Message #21563
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 9:27 PM
It may be that you don't have CGA emulation, in which case select Alphanumeric Display. Try that option and see what you get. Jamie
#21547 PGA Board Message #21563
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 9:27 PM
It may be that you don't have CGA emulation, in which case select Alphanumeric Display. Try that option and see what you get. Jamie
#21535 AutoSketch Message #21560
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoSketch April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
I don't think it is using the system memory and even if it was, there shouldn't be a problem as Sketch takes what is available. (512k required) If you are getting the Color screen for AutoSketch, then you mst have 256k memory. Jamie
#21535 AutoSketch Message #21560
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoSketch April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
I don't think it is using the system memory and even if it was, there shouldn't be a problem as Sketch takes what is available. (512k required) If you are getting the Color screen for AutoSketch, then you mst have 256k memory. Jamie
#21534 3-d .dfx files Message #21559
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
Ok, you got it. I have most of all those items. I will get the official OK to send from the Management. I think there should be no real problems. Now fair is fair, I want some 3d drawings from you guys. Ok? Jamie
#21534 3-d .dfx files Message #21559
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
Ok, you got it. I have most of all those items. I will get the official OK to send from the Management. I think there should be no real problems. Now fair is fair, I want some 3d drawings from you guys. Ok? Jamie
#21533- First greeting Message #21558
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
Welcome Tsuneo, Your message came through in good shape. (All three did!) Please feel free to ask your questions and we will do our best to answer them clearly. It is great having international members. I hope you find this forum of great service.
#21533- First greeting Message #21558
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
Welcome Tsuneo, Your message came through in good shape. (All three did!) Please feel free to ask your questions and we will do our best to answer them clearly. It is great having international members. I hope you find this forum of great service.
#21520 LISP Problem(s) Message #21556
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoLISP April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
This is an unusual message. I can't duplicate it and the conditions that would cause a similar message would not normally apply to ACAD.LSP. It sort of sounds like the program has been corrupted so I would start with reloading the software. When AutoCAD starts it looks for ACAD.lsp and…
#21520 LISP Problem(s) Message #21556
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoLISP April 5, 1988 8:35 PM
This is an unusual message. I can't duplicate it and the conditions that would cause a similar message would not normally apply to ACAD.LSP. It sort of sounds like the program has been corrupted so I would start with reloading the software. When AutoCAD starts it looks for ACAD.lsp and…
#21507 AutoShade output Message #21513
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoShade April 4, 1988 1:17 PM
Well, the only way I could get Shade output to the HP was via Zsoft Paint Brush. Using Freeze I captured an EGA screen. Not quite postscript quality. However to get it into Ventura The following is a tested method (with the help of the Training Dept.) to get .PS…
#21507 AutoShade output Message #21513
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoShade April 4, 1988 1:17 PM
Well, the only way I could get Shade output to the HP was via Zsoft Paint Brush. Using Freeze I captured an EGA screen. Not quite postscript quality. However to get it into Ventura The following is a tested method (with the help of the Training Dept.) to get .PS…
#21486 #3-d .dfx files Message #21506
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:39 AM
There is one in DL 1 [AutoCAD] called X-29.arc I am working on more 3d dxf files for the forum. Any requests? Jamie
#21486 #3-d .dfx files Message #21506
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:39 AM
There is one in DL 1 [AutoCAD] called X-29.arc I am working on more 3d dxf files for the forum. Any requests? Jamie
#21481 train drawing Message #21504
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:39 AM
The train, again? We get requests for this from time to time. I wasn't very successful at getting it "freed" last I tried. I will see if things have changed.
#21481 train drawing Message #21504
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:39 AM
The train, again? We get requests for this from time to time. I wasn't very successful at getting it "freed" last I tried. I will see if things have changed.
#21466 Kelvinator Message #21500
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:38 AM
Interesting. I can understand it renaming a (defun) but not a (defun c:). I don't know if there is a "fix", I will experiment with this today. Jamie
#21466 Kelvinator Message #21500
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:38 AM
Interesting. I can understand it renaming a (defun) but not a (defun c:). I don't know if there is a "fix", I will experiment with this today. Jamie
#21459 LATEST VERSION Message #21499
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AEC April 4, 1988 10:38 AM
We'll it depends on the type of information you are looking for. We have brochures that are sent out upon request, or you can simply ask question from the folks here in the forum. We have an 800 number if you like, 800-332-6473. They can refer you to the Authorized…
#21459 LATEST VERSION Message #21499
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AEC April 4, 1988 10:38 AM
We'll it depends on the type of information you are looking for. We have brochures that are sent out upon request, or you can simply ask question from the folks here in the forum. We have an 800 number if you like, 800-332-6473. They can refer you to the Authorized…
#21455 #AutoSketch Message #21497
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoSketch April 4, 1988 10:38 AM
You must have the memory. I know it will not run otherwise. Actually I am surprised the EGA has 32k, I thought the lowest it was sold with was 64k. Regardless – If you have Color and high resolution, you have the memory somewhere, Sketch would not work otherwise (less…
#21455 #AutoSketch Message #21497
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoSketch April 4, 1988 10:38 AM
You must have the memory. I know it will not run otherwise. Actually I am surprised the EGA has 32k, I thought the lowest it was sold with was 64k. Regardless – If you have Color and high resolution, you have the memory somewhere, Sketch would not work otherwise (less…
#21454 Autoflix Message #21496
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoFlix April 4, 1988 10:37 AM
I am very interested in what your systems has. Please outline all the parameters in detail. Include things like CONFIG.SYS and Autoexec.bat. Autoflix is pretty straight forward. When you FIRST type AFEGA it will ask you what type of pointing device you are using. After this point you will see…
#21454 Autoflix Message #21496
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoFlix April 4, 1988 10:37 AM
I am very interested in what your systems has. Please outline all the parameters in detail. Include things like CONFIG.SYS and Autoexec.bat. Autoflix is pretty straight forward. When you FIRST type AFEGA it will ask you what type of pointing device you are using. After this point you will see…
#21451 Dealer Forum Message #21495
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:37 AM
Well Kevin, I hope you figure out how to get back. If you would please, send me a *Sysop message or an Easyplex with your dealer number in it. I will then give you access to the dealer's section. Jamie
#21451 Dealer Forum Message #21495
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 4, 1988 10:37 AM
Well Kevin, I hope you figure out how to get back. If you would please, send me a *Sysop message or an Easyplex with your dealer number in it. I will then give you access to the dealer's section. Jamie
#21435 Sun Roadrunner Message #21447
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoCAD April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
I don't have any information regarding that (how could I it hasn't been announced). Maybe next Wed there will be more information available on what the platform can and can not do, but to speculate on it now would be a waste. I am sure once the machine is out…
#21435 Sun Roadrunner Message #21447
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoCAD April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
I don't have any information regarding that (how could I it hasn't been announced). Maybe next Wed there will be more information available on what the platform can and can not do, but to speculate on it now would be a waste. I am sure once the machine is out…
#21434 Kelvinator Message #21446
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
Was it? Humm, I had better check to see if it still is. I will give you access after I check it. Jamie
#21434 Kelvinator Message #21446
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
Was it? Humm, I had better check to see if it still is. I will give you access after I check it. Jamie
#21433 video 7 vega drivers Message #21445
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoCAD April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
Although we have little control over how they handle their ADI development and support, I will pass this along to the ADI product Manager to see if there is something we can do to help. Jamie
#21433 video 7 vega drivers Message #21445
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoCAD April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
Although we have little control over how they handle their ADI development and support, I will pass this along to the ADI product Manager to see if there is something we can do to help. Jamie
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · 3rd Party Software April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
I would suggest you do MSmouse emulation, at least that is if the device offers such. I am not familiar with that mouse. To obtain more menu functions? You mean for work without a mouse? The menus can be called by the cursor keys. I'm not sure but it looks…
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · 3rd Party Software April 1, 1988 11:54 AM
I would suggest you do MSmouse emulation, at least that is if the device offers such. I am not familiar with that mouse. To obtain more menu functions? You mean for work without a mouse? The menus can be called by the cursor keys. I'm not sure but it looks…
#21428 lsp node space Message #21443
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 1, 1988 11:53 AM
What you probably got was INSUFFICIENT node space. What you need to do is set your system environment variables. At the dos prompt type; SET ACADFREERAM=24 SET LISPHEAP=40 SET LISPSTACK=5 Do you have AEC? From the sound of it your ACAD.LSP might be the AEC protected lisp files. It could…
#21428 lsp node space Message #21443
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · General April 1, 1988 11:53 AM
What you probably got was INSUFFICIENT node space. What you need to do is set your system environment variables. At the dos prompt type; SET ACADFREERAM=24 SET LISPHEAP=40 SET LISPSTACK=5 Do you have AEC? From the sound of it your ACAD.LSP might be the AEC protected lisp files. It could…
#21413 FILE TRANSFER Message #21441
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoLISP April 1, 1988 11:53 AM
Humm, Well it sound like it doesn't like CompuServe's Xmodem. I am reviewing TAPCIS now and will let you know if it makes me switch. You know John with your MAC, you may want to get a copy of Navigator. It is the best thing I have seen yet. Jamie
#21413 FILE TRANSFER Message #21441
From: Jamie Clay [Adesk] Forum unknown · AutoLISP April 1, 1988 11:53 AM
Humm, Well it sound like it doesn't like CompuServe's Xmodem. I am reviewing TAPCIS now and will let you know if it makes me switch. You know John with your MAC, you may want to get a copy of Navigator. It is the best thing I have seen yet. Jamie

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