This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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Randy, HMATH is indicative of a corruption in the drawing, something like a negative radius or abnormaly large number like 1.234E98. If you can create a DXF file from the DWG, look in it to find such numbers and change them. The ATO documentation says that the error # refers…
No, Randy, I haven't received that .DXF file yet. Maybe it will arrive soon. As for the redundant QUIT, sorry for the non-response. This redundancy could be considered another check before dumping out of the dwg, rather than a bug. Nonetheless, I'll see if it was meant to be that…
Robert, Microsoft Word claims to be able to include a "print file" in a document. For AutoCAD, this would mean a PRPLOT to a file, with AutoCAD configured for whichever printer you would be using with Word. I will try this and report on my success or lack thereof. I…
Jim, there are many good textbooks about learning and using AutoCAD, as well as video tape tutorials. I am not aware of any computer-program-type tutorials, but some may exist. A good source for info like this are bookstores and the AutoCAD magazines: CADENCE and CADalyst. =SM=
Michael, the commands to open the birdview can be included in ACAD.LSP, along with the Artist LISP routines. Are you using AEC? (That would change things.) Also, a script file could be constructed to do what you want. Experiment! =SM=
Gary, you need to either upgrade by mail through your previous dealer or better yet, find a dealer in your area that can/will support you (can't upgrade through Autodesk directly). For the names of some local dealers, call 800-445-5415. =SM=
Blair, try calling our dealer referral number (800-445-5415) and ask specifically for a Sun or VAX dealer. They should be able to provide you with a demo version. =SM=
No, this has not changed; the uncompiled new fonts are not supplied, but can be mailed to customers at the request of their dealer. As for uploading the fonts to a DL, the general consensus seems to be: just download the de-compiler in DL10 (SHX2SH.ARC), and uncompile the fonts yerself!…
I don't know of an existing program to do this, but it wouldn't be too hard to do. Basically, you want to remove any Spline curves from the R9 drawings, create a DXF file, and then remove lines 381-396 from this DXF file. Then you can DXFIN with Version 2.62.…
Len, I tried those shape definitions and both worked fine for me. The second one produced a square half the size of the first. Perhaps there is a typo or some other wierd, non visible character in your .SHP file. Your message does show a space after (0,0): "(0,0), 2,"…
Try ICT Technologies' long plot utility, it might better suit you (I've never tried REAS or ICT). They're at 415-361-1155. =SM=
Yes, Kieth, the "Entities" option of the ATTEXT command allows selection of the attributes you want to extract. It would be possible to automate the selection process with a LISP routine, which could grab a selection set of the desired attributes, or turn layers off to allow easier selection by…
Terry, use any text editor or word processor (in non-document mode) to modify the LF shape definition, as described in Appendix B. In the line feed example shown there, you would change -10 to a larger number, say -20, to increase the distance between lines. The LF shape definition is…
Robin, the Eread error indicates that the drawing file contains some corrupted data that AutoCAD isn't expecting. The cause could be one of several things, including disk or memory errors. Do you have a back-up? (heh heh). If not, try the Ctrl-C / DXF recovery attempt described in Appendix F,…
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FILL USING AUTOSKETCH
Message #22040
In AutoSketch, to fill an area you must use multiple lines, arcs, etc. which are drawn or copied. The Standard version of AutoCAD has solid fill capabilities, and the "full" version (AutoCAD with ADE 3) has crosshatching pattern fill. =SM=
Stan, ACAD.LSP doesn't exist unless you create a file with that name. You would use this file to store any commonly-used LISP routines that you want to be loaded automatically every time you enter the drawing editor. =SM=
Warner, maybe it was a typo but your message said that both your LISPHEAP and LISPSTACK were set at 100000. This won't affect your out-of-environment message, but LISPHEAP and LISPSTACK together should not exceed 45000. Try something like SET LISPHEAP=39000 and SET LISPSTACK=5000. Brad has a good suggestion for the…
Robert, for information about becoming an AutoCAD dealer in So. Cal., contact Caty Silveira at 414-332-2344 ext.4215. =SM=
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.…
Kauko, the communication parameters for the PostScript device should be 9600 baud, even parity, 7 bits, 1 stop bit, and XON/XOFF protocol. Use a MODE statement like: MODE COM1:9600,E,7,1 and MODE LPT1=COM1. =SM=
Yes, you can modify tablet items. If you have room, you may want to put a customized version of an existing tablet item in the top menu area (#1) and leave the original one unmodified in case you need it that way too. =SM=
Randy, the CalComp 1051 should work with AutoCAD using the 906/907 driver. When it asks for the model number during configuration, select #5, "User". Number of pens = 4, XON/XOFF = No, and the the remaining settings are non-critical. The CalComp 907 on-board controller requires the following switch settings: S8…
DXFIN Problem
Message #21843
Randy, I'm interested in the problem you described in your message #21683: the DXF file created by Cadvance. Can you post the offending lines and/or send me a copy of the file? Perhaps we can determine the problem and find a solution for your customer (if you havent't already), and…
Frank, type in the desired paper size in the boxes provided in the Plot Area Dialogue Box. The program may give you a warning that the paper size is exceeded, but select "OK" (consider yourself warned) and it should plot the specified size. =SM=
Mike, a method for recovering damaged or corrupted files is described in Appendix F (F.5) of the AutoCAD Reference Manual. If this doesn't work, you might want to try one of the programs such as D2D from Great Softwestern (advertised in CADENCE or CADalyst) which claims to recover such files.…
Shaila, Hans has received the files and is "on the case". Thank you. =SM=
Donald, the Epson drivers supplied with AutoCAD should work with the Panasonic printers. =SM=
#21683-
Various Sob stories
Message #21735
Randy, if there is an error in a DXF file, more than one line may need to be deleted. Or, instead of deleting the line(s), it may be possible to simply modify them with a text editor. The file needs to be examined in that area to ensure that it…
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RE: ARC PROGRAMS
Message #21734
Scott, we recommend PKARC/PKXARC. These can be found in the file PKX34A.COM in DL5 and a new version PKX35A.COM in DL9. =SM=
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MENU SELECTION
Message #21733
Steve, AutoLISP can highlight menu items but you would still use the command function to invoke a command. See Chapter 5 in the AutoLISP Programmer's Reference for the (grtext) function and be sure to read the cautions at the beginning of the graphics access section. =SM=
Ren, a couple of comments: drawings created with version 2.6 will load up into Release 9 (with no conversion necessary) so there is no reason to use 2.6 just because that's what they were created with. Once edited with R9 however, you must use an edited DXF file to go…
Ren, a couple of comments: drawings created with version 2.6 will load up into Release 9 (with no conversion necessary) so there is no reason to use 2.6 just because that's what they were created with. Once edited with R9 however, you must use an edited DXF file to go…
Randy, the USI OptoMouse is no longer supported by AutoCAD (and hasn't been since before ver. 2.18). It's not even in the "Obsolete" directory of the R9 driver disk, or on the DUD. There may be a way to get it to work, but I don't know the secret. Sorry!…
Randy, the USI OptoMouse is no longer supported by AutoCAD (and hasn't been since before ver. 2.18). It's not even in the "Obsolete" directory of the R9 driver disk, or on the DUD. There may be a way to get it to work, but I don't know the secret. Sorry!…
It works as you say. (Using ATO F7-Alter to change message reply subtopic.)
It works as you say. (Using ATO F7-Alter to change message reply subtopic.)
Yes, Steve, you can use AutoLISP to get the X, Y and Z (elevation) of a PLINE's vertices. For example, use entlast or entsel to grab the entity name of the PLINE, then "step" through the vertices with entnext. The xy and elevation have group codes according to DXF rules.…
Yes, Steve, you can use AutoLISP to get the X, Y and Z (elevation) of a PLINE's vertices. For example, use entlast or entsel to grab the entity name of the PLINE, then "step" through the vertices with entnext. The xy and elevation have group codes according to DXF rules.…
Sorry Michael, but I don't know what "Plot 10" is, and it's not listed in the AutoCAD Applications Guide. Can you tell us more about it? Like, what it is and what it does? (P.S. messages read better in lower case.) =SM=
Sorry Michael, but I don't know what "Plot 10" is, and it's not listed in the AutoCAD Applications Guide. Can you tell us more about it? Like, what it is and what it does? (P.S. messages read better in lower case.) =SM=
It's certainly possible to create bold fonts by drawing multiple line segments, but there is no "solid-fill" instruction that would cause the characters to be filled at any scale. Others have used a block insertion method for this type of solid filled text (each character is inserted as a block).…
It's certainly possible to create bold fonts by drawing multiple line segments, but there is no "solid-fill" instruction that would cause the characters to be filled at any scale. Others have used a block insertion method for this type of solid filled text (each character is inserted as a block).…
Dave, I will record your wish for multiple printer or plotter (or pointing device) configuration/selection. Thanks for the input. =SM=
Dave, I will record your wish for multiple printer or plotter (or pointing device) configuration/selection. Thanks for the input. =SM=
.6 Mhz limit
Message #21600
Michael, with this message I am testing what you mentioned, trying to change it to SS0. I guess we'll see what happens! =SM=
.6 Mhz limit
Message #21600
Michael, with this message I am testing what you mentioned, trying to change it to SS0. I guess we'll see what happens! =SM=
Joe, CGA in color is such low resolution that it isn't really useable, so monochrome is the only way to go. If it doesn't work as I suggested, there may be a hardware problem. What brand is this alleged PGC board? We may be finding out why it has been…
Joe, CGA in color is such low resolution that it isn't really useable, so monochrome is the only way to go. If it doesn't work as I suggested, there may be a hardware problem. What brand is this alleged PGC board? We may be finding out why it has been…
Dave, maybe I'm missing something, but it sounds like you simply need the technique described in the Reference Manual Section 9.1.5.2, "Changing an Inserted Drawing". Using the "=" sign with a filename (or without the filename if it is the same as the block) will do what you describe. =SM=
Dave, maybe I'm missing something, but it sounds like you simply need the technique described in the Reference Manual Section 9.1.5.2, "Changing an Inserted Drawing". Using the "=" sign with a filename (or without the filename if it is the same as the block) will do what you describe. =SM=
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