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CAD/3
USER MANUAL
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Table of contents
CHAPTER 1
Main menu "File" ............................................................................................................... 1

1.1 "New" ................................................................................................................ 2
1.2 "Open"............................................................................................................... 5
1.3 "Save"................................................................................................................ 6
1.4 "Save As..." ....................................................................................................... 7
1.5 "Delete..." .......................................................................................................... 8
1.6 "Merge..." .......................................................................................................... 9
1.7 "Print..."............................................................................................................. 11
1.8 "Exit"................................................................................................................. 12
CHAPTER 2
Main menu "Edit" .............................................................................................................. 13

2.1 "Select window"................................................................................................ 14
2.2 "Select PLINE".................................................................................................. 14
2.3 "Select Entity" ................................................................................................... 15
2.4 "Delete" ............................................................................................................. 15
2.5 "Copy"............................................................................................................... 16
2.6 "Move" .............................................................................................................. 18
2.7 "Link" ................................................................................................................ 20
2.8 "Unlink" ............................................................................................................ 21
2.9 "Connect PLINE" .............................................................................................. 21
2.10 "Break PLINE"................................................................................................ 22
2.11 "Connect Entities"........................................................................................... 22
2.12 "Break Entity" ................................................................................................. 23
2.13 "Reverse"......................................................................................................... 23
2.14 "Explode" ........................................................................................................ 24
2.15 "Drag".............................................................................................................. 24
2.16 "Drag Tangent"................................................................................................ 25
2.17 "Fill area" ........................................................................................................ 25
2.18 "Parallel PLINEs"............................................................................................ 26
2.19 "Geometrical Info." ......................................................................................... 27
2.20 "Layer Setup" .................................................................................................. 29
CHAPTER 3
Main menu "Draw" ............................................................................................................ 31

3.1 "Rotation Center" .............................................................................................. 32
3.2 "Reference Point".............................................................................................. 32
3.3 "Start Point" ...................................................................................................... 33
3.4 "End Point"........................................................................................................ 33
3.5 "Open PLINE"................................................................................................... 34
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3.6 "Single Point".................................................................................................... 34
3.7 Submenu "Line". ............................................................................................... 35
3.7.1 "Line To Point".......................................................................................... 36
3.7.2 "Line Tangent to X" .................................................................................. 37
3.7.3 "Line Tangent to Y" .................................................................................. 38
3.7.4 "MultiLine"................................................................................................ 39
3.7.5 "Tangent MultiLine".................................................................................. 39
3.7.6 "Line Angle Length".................................................................................. 40
3.7.7 "Line Link with Center" ............................................................................ 41
3.7.8 "Line Tangent 2 Circles". .......................................................................... 42
3.8 Submenu "Arc" ................................................................................................. 43
3.8.1 "Arc Center, Angle" .................................................................................. 44
3.8.2 "Arc Radius, Point" ................................................................................... 45
3.8.3 "Arc Center, Point, Length" ...................................................................... 46
3.8.4 "Arc 3 Points"............................................................................................ 47
3.8.5 "Arc Tangent"............................................................................................ 48
3.8.6 "Arc Tangent Radius Angle"..................................................................... 49
3.8.7 "Arc Tangent Radius Length" ................................................................... 50
3.8.8 "Arc Tangent Point Radius". ..................................................................... 51
3.8.9 "MultiArc"................................................................................................. 52
3.8.10 "Tangent MultiArc"................................................................................. 52
3.8.11 "Arc Tangent 2 Circles". ......................................................................... 53
3.9 Submenu "Circles" ............................................................................................ 54
3.9.1 "Circle Center Point"................................................................................. 55
3.9.2 "Circle 2 Points" ........................................................................................ 56
3.9.3 "Circle 3 Points" ........................................................................................ 57
3.9.4 "MultiCircle" ............................................................................................. 58
3.10 "Ellipse" .......................................................................................................... 59
3.11 "Spline" ........................................................................................................... 59
3.12 "Text PLINE" .................................................................................................. 60
CHAPTER 4
Main menu "Dim" (Dimensioning) ................................................................................... 61

4.1 "Dim Linear" ..................................................................................................... 62
4.2 "Dim Linear Parallel"........................................................................................ 62
4.3 "Dim Radius" .................................................................................................... 63
4.4 "Dim Angular" .................................................................................................. 63
4.5 "Text" ................................................................................................................ 64
CHAPTER 5
Main menu "Custom" ........................................................................................................ 65

5.1 "Vertical Drills"................................................................................................. 66
5.2 "Horizontal drills" ............................................................................................. 67
5.3 "Edit Custom Drills" ......................................................................................... 68
5.4 "Custom Drill Insert" ........................................................................................ 69
5.5 "X Blades"......................................................................................................... 71
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5.6 "Y Blades"......................................................................................................... 72
5.7 "Conversion of PLINE into Drill"..................................................................... 73
5.8 "Conversion of Drill into PLINE"..................................................................... 74
5.9 "Technological Parameters" .............................................................................. 75
CHAPTER 6
Main menu "Point"............................................................................................................. 77

6.1 "Point Near" ...................................................................................................... 78
6.2 "Point Intersection" ........................................................................................... 78
6.3 "Point End"........................................................................................................ 79
6.4 "Point Middle" .................................................................................................. 79
6.5 "Point Tangent" ................................................................................................. 80
6.6 "Point Perpendicular"........................................................................................ 80
6.7 "Point Direct" .................................................................................................... 81
CHAPTER 7
Main menu "View" ............................................................................................................. 83

7.1 "Redraw" ........................................................................................................... 84
7.2 Submenu "Zoom".............................................................................................. 84
7.2.1 "Zoom window" ........................................................................................ 85
7.2.2 "Zoom Preview" ........................................................................................ 85
7.2.3 "Zoom All" ................................................................................................ 86
7.3 "Pan" ................................................................................................................. 86
CHAPTER 8
Main menu "Utilities" ........................................................................................................ 87

8.1 Submenu "Cursor Motion"................................................................................ 88
8.1.1 "Normal Cursor Motion"........................................................................... 89
8.1.2 "Circular Cursor Motion" .......................................................................... 90
8.1.3 "Cursor Motion On PLINEs" .................................................................... 91
8.2 "Crosshair Cursor" ............................................................................................ 91
8.3 "Grid Setup" ...................................................................................................... 92
8.4 "Show Rulers"................................................................................................... 93
8.5 "Orthogonality" ................................................................................................. 93
8.6 "Direction Arrows" ........................................................................................... 93
8.7 "Auto Scroll"..................................................................................................... 94
8.8 "Mouse Active" ................................................................................................. 94
8.9 "Aided Drawing"............................................................................................... 95
8.10 "Data Watch Window".................................................................................... 95
8.11 "Color Setup" .................................................................................................. 96
8.12 "Configuration Setup" ..................................................................................... 97
8.13 "Technological Parameters Setup".................................................................. 98
8.14 "Language"...................................................................................................... 100
8.15 Submenu "Edit Configuration" ....................................................................... 101
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8.15.1 "Edit Configuration CAD/3". .................................................................. 102
8.15.2 "Edit CAD/3 Installation"........................................................................ 102
8.15.3 "Edit DXF-CID Configuration"............................................................... 103
CHAPTER 9
Main menu "Tools" ............................................................................................................ 105

9.1 "Edit Tools"....................................................................................................... 106
9.2 "Drawing Tools" ............................................................................................... 106
9.3 "Dimensioning Tools"....................................................................................... 107
9.4 "Custom Tools"................................................................................................. 107
9.5 "Point Search Tools" ......................................................................................... 108
9.6 "View Tools"..................................................................................................... 108
9.7 "Utilities Tools" ................................................................................................ 109
9.8 "Activate ToolBoxes" ....................................................................................... 109
9.9 "AutoPlace ToolBoxes" .................................................................................... 110
9.10 "Place ToolBoxes" .......................................................................................... 110
CHAPTER 10
Main menu "Help".............................................................................................................. 111

10.1 "Index" ............................................................................................................ 112
10.2 "Introduction".................................................................................................. 112
10.3 "Contents" ....................................................................................................... 112
10.4 "Glossary" ....................................................................................................... 113
10.5 "Appendix"...................................................................................................... 113
10.6 "Analytic"........................................................................................................ 113
10.7 "About..." ........................................................................................................ 114
Appendix A: "Glossary of technical terms".
Appendix B: "Edit Technological and Custom Data".
Appendix C: "Error list".
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"Introduction"
Conventions adopted in this documentation.
There are several conventions (standard Window application terms and procedures) that the
operator should be aware of before starting to work with this C.A.D. / C.A.M. package.
If you are conversant with Windows and the standards it uses for user interface, you can skip this
introduction, otherwise we strongly recommend that you read it before proceeding.
In any event, we recommend that the operator consults the Glossary of technical terms. This
will ensure easier comprehension of the explanatory notes in this documentation.
This documentation, which is supplied with each installation of the "CAD/3" software package,
is available in various forms; it is therefore possible to consult it in the form of on-line help on
the computer, or in the hard copy manual version.
The manual is divided into "Chapters" and "Headings", while the on-line help is divided
according to "Topics".
Each heading of the manual corresponds to a Help topic, describing in full each individual
command of the "CAD/3" package.
All the commands implemented in this C.A.D. system are sorted according to topic and included
in 10 Pull-down menus.
Each pull-down menu has a title, all 10 of which are displayed in the Menu bar.
Moreover, many of the more frequently used commands in this C.A.D. system are provided in
the form of Icons.
Also the icons are sorted according to the same method used for the commands, so that the
Toolboxes have the same title as the pull-down menus to which they relate.
Almost all the commands of this C.A.D. system, once they have been activated, call up the
relevant Dialog-box to guide the operator and facilitate data input.
A dialog-box is normally composed of a Caption, one or more Edit fields, one or more Selectable
options, and one or more Command button.
All the commands in this "CAD/3" package can be activated either using the Keys on the
keyboard or the Mouse.
However, the most effective solution is to use both the keyboard and the mouse, depending on
the circumstances.
We therefore recommend that the operator should read the information under Using the mouse
and Using the keys.
If you are using the on-line Help you will note that there are several words highlighted in green.
There are two types:
- normal - with broken underlining,
- bold - with continuous underlining,
Furthermore, by positioning the cursor (normally an arrow symbol) on these text items, they will
switch to a pointing hand symbol with the index finger raised. See below.
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This symbol indicates that you are on a "context-sensitive" zone.
The context-sensitive zones, which can be images (pull-down menus, toolboxes, etc.) allow the
operator to make a temporary or permanent "jump".
- The words displayed in green with broken underlining (assuming they are selected and active)
allow the operator to display a temporary box containing additional information regarding the
meaning of the text shown in green. If you then press any key the box will disappear and the
previous situation will be restored.
- The green words in bold with continuous underlining (if selected and active) allow you to skip
from one to another, and abandon the previous one.
There are various other access procedures and methods to consult the Help system, to get more
information simply doubleclick the last underlined word in this paragraph.
C.N.I. Informatica wishes you every success in your work.
Windows is a registered trade mark belonging to the Microsoft Corp.

DXF and Auto CAD are registered trade marks belonging to Auto desk AG.
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Chap. 1: Main Menu "File"
CHAPTER 1
Main menu "File".

The following figure shows the commands listed under the option "File" in the menu bar, in the
form of:
− Pull-down menus.
− This menu is not integrated with a toolbox.
Figure 1.1 Pull-down menu "File".
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1.1 "New".
Activation of the command:

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "N".
− pull-down menu by selecting "File" and "New".
− there is no icon for this command.
Purpose of the command:

The command initializes C.A.D. for the input of a new drawing.
Using the command:

Use the Tab key or the Mouse to move to the Edit fields required.
Edit at least the dimensions of the piece and then confirm with OK.
Figure 1.2 Command dialog-box.
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Figura 1.3 Dialog-box for the selectable option Use Multipanel.
Figura 1.4 Dialog-box for the working tools command button.
NOTE: special interactive illustration.

To view the information concerning the above figure go to Technological Data Edit in the
Appendix, or move the cursor arrow to the various areas of the screen and click the left
mouse button.
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Notes about the command:

The edit fields are:
Comment 40 characters for entering a comment linked to the drawing.
Dimensions Length, Width and Thickness.
Reference point used to relocate the current drawing inside other drawings.
To activate the Edit Technological Data box click the command button with the symbol showing
working tools.
"Create Layers" is always active: one documentation layer and one working layer have to be
created.
Activating "Use Multipanel" and clicking the button with a monitor symbol will provide a view
of the piece showing more than one side (selectable) on the documentation layer.
If this command is activated during editing of another drawing, the operator will be prompted to
save changes.
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1.2 "Open...".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "O" or "Ctrl" + "O".
− pull-down menus: select "File" and "Open...".
− this command has no icon.

Uploads the drawing file corresponding to the filename typed by the operator or selected from the
list.
Drawings can be stored on different disks or under different directories.
Using the command:

Type the name of the drawing or select it from the list using the change directory and change
drive options if necessary.
Confirm by clicking OK.

If the drawing is not in CAD/3 select one of the Formats available.
The command button with the monitor symbol provides a preview of the drawing in the relative
window.
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1.3 "Save".

− Keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "S" or "Ctrl" + "S".
− pull-down menu: select "File" and "Save".

Memorizes the drawing after the operator has assigned a name.
Using the command:

As soon as Save is activated it memorizes the drawing over the previous version on disk.

If the name of the drawing has not been specified, a Dialog-box will be displayed in which the
filename can be entered together with the Format, the destination drive and the directory; see
Save As ....
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1.4 "Save As...".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "File" then "Save As...".

Memorizes the drawing after the operator has entered a name.
Using the command:

Type the name of the drawing and the destination, using also the change directory and change
drive options if required. Confirm by clicking OK.

If the drawing is not in CAD/3 select one of the alternative Formats.
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1.5 "Delete...".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "D".
− pull-down menu: select "File" then "Delete...".

Deletes a drawing from the drawings archive.
Using the command:

Type the drawing name directly or select it from the list, using the change directory and change
drive options if required. Confirm by clicking OK.

The command button with the monitor symbol provides a preview of the drawing in the relative
window.
Once a drawing has been deleted it cannot be restored.
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1.6 "Merge...".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "M".
− pull-down menu: select "File" then "Merge...".

Inserts the drawing selected from the drawings archive into the currently active drawing.
Using the command:

Select the position in which to insert the drawing using the cursor; you can also use the
commands offered by the Point menu.
Type in the drawing name directly or select it from the list, using also the change directory and
change drive options if required.
Comfirm by clicking OK.
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The Merge operation can be total or partial, according to the “Merge all layers"selectable option.
If this option is not activated, only those layers selected in the "Layers" window will be inserted.
Every drawing has an overall reference point and a series of local reference points, one for each
level. Re-location can be obtained from the origin of the drawing origin (item: 'Origin') or from
reference points (item: 'Reference'). In the case of a total merge the overall reference point is
used, otherwise, the reference point of each selected layer is taken.
If the operator activates "Join equal layers" option, the layers having the same name will be
merged; if not, they will be inserted separately with a slight alteration made in the names.
If the drawing is not of the CAD/3 format, select one of the available Formats
The button with the monitor design provides a preview of the drawing in the preview window.
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1.7 "Print...".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "File" then "Print...".

Prints the drawing currently resident in the RAM.
Using the command:

Select the printed from the list of printing devices, select the layers to print and then confirm with
OK.

You can configure the available printers by clicking the Setup button with the printer symbol; the
program utilizes the Windows Control Panel.
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1.8 "Exit".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "F" + "X".
− pull-down menu: select "File" then "Exit".

Exit serves to quit C.A.D. and return to the Windows Program Manager.

If the drawing has been changed and not saved since, the operator will be prompted to save or
abandon the changes.
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Chap. 2: Main Menu "Edit"
CHAPTER 2
Main menu "Edit".

The following are the various commands available under the option "Edit" in the menu bar, in
the form of :
− Pull-down menu.
− Toolbox.
Figure 2.1 Pull-down menu under "Edit" option.
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2.1 "Select window".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "W" or "Ctrl" + "W".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Select window".
− toolbox: select the icon

Selects the PLINEs that are completely contained in a given area.
Using the command:

Confirm the first corner or the rectangle around the window to be enlarged; keep the Mouse
button pressed and drag to define the selection area; confirm the area by releasing the button.
The PLINEs that are completely included in the window will be highlighted with the select
colour.

To deselect the PLINEs simply click the command again.
2.2 "Select PLINE".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and "Select PLINE".

Selects the closest PLINE to the cursor position.
Using the command:

Position the cursor on the coordinates next to the PLINE you want to select and then confirm.
The object will be highlighted with the selection colour.

If you doubleclick the Mouse button other PLINEs will be selected.
To deselect the PLINE simply click the mouse button number 2 or call the Select PLINE
command again.
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2.3 "Select Entity".
Activation of the command :

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "E".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and "Select Entity".

Selects the closest Entity to the cursor position.
Using the command:

Position the cursor next to the entity you want to select and then confirm.
The entity will be highlighted in the selection colour.

You can select a maximum of 2 entities.
To deslect the entity simply call the command again.
2.4 "Delete".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "D" or "Ctrl" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Delete".

Deletes the selected objects: a selected object can be a whole PLINE or a single Entity .
Using the command:

Use the commands Select window, Select PLINE, Select Entity to select the objects you wish
to delete.
The delete operation must be confirmed.
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2.5 "Copy".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Copy".

Copies selected objects.
Using the command:

Use the commands Select window and Select PLINE to select the objects that you wish to
copy.
Enter all the transformation parameters and confirm the copy function.
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The transformation parameters are:
Reference point:
Reference point for displacement of objects.
Destination point:
Destination point for displacement of objects.
Rotation center:
Center about which the objects can be rotated.
Rotation step:
Increase step for rotation of objects, expressed in
mm : millimetres.
DEG: degrees.
/ : 360 degree divisions.
Angle:
Object rotation angle.
Specularity:
Activation of specularity of objects with respect to the X and/or Y axis.
Scale factor:
Factor for multiplication of the scale of the objects.
Layer:
Destination layer of the objects.
You can input values for numerical parameters with the Mouse by selecting the Edit field and
moving to the required position.
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2.6 "Move".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "M".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and "Move".

Moves selected objects.
Using the command:

Use the Select window and Select PLINE commands to select the objects you intend to move.
Enter all the transformation parameters and confirm the operation.
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After you have confirmed a move operation the objects must be reselected.
The transformation parameters are:
Reference point:
Reference point for displacement of objects.
Destination point:
Destination point for displacement of objects.
Rotation center:
Center about which the objects can be rotated.
Rotation step:
Increase step for rotation of objects, expressed in
mm : millimetres.
DEG: degrees.
/ : 360 degree divisions.
Angle:
Object rotation angle.
Specularity:
Activation of specularity of objects with respect to the X and/or Y axis.
Scale factor:
Factor for multiplication of the scale of the objects.
Layer:
Destination layer of the objects.
For all numerical parameters it is possible to input the value using the Mouse by selecting the
Edit field and moving to the required position.
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2.7 "Link".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "K".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and "Link".

Links two Entities of a PLINE.
Using the command:

Use the Select Entity command to select the two Entities that you intend to link.
Enter the connecting radius in the LR Dialog-box activated from the ConFiguration Setup and
confirm the command.
You can also activate the command directly by moving to the corners to be linked.
A doubleclick on a linked corner will open a dialog-box to modify the radius of the connection
already present.
Enter the new radius and confirm you change.

When it proves impossible to enter the connecting radius an error message will be displayed.
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2.8 "Unlink".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "U".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and "Unlink".

Eliminates the link or Entity inside a PLINE.
Using the command:

Using the Select Entity command select the entity that you wish to eliminate and then confirm.
You can also activate this command directly by moving the cursor to the entity you wish to
remove.

When a particular entity cannot be eliminated an appropriate error message will be displayed.
2.9 "Connect PLINE".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "O".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Connect PLINE".

Connects two or more PLINEs.
Using the command:

Using the Select PLINE or Select window commands select the PLINEs that you intend to
connect and then confirm the command.
Alternatively you can activate the command and move the cursor to the connection points of the
PLINEs.

To make a connection the common point of the two PLINEs must be an end point or a start point
and that it must be absolutely identical for the two PLINEs.
If you are making a group connection the number of the connections found will be displayed.
Activate the Direction arrows mode to display the connection of the various entities inside the
PLINE.
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2.10 "Break PLINE".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "B".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Break PLINE".

To divide a PLINE into two.
Using the command:

Activate the command and move to the point in which you intend to make the break.
If no type of search applied to the cursor has been selected in the Point Menu, confirmation of
the division is given in the point defined on the PLINE by the cursor position.

By activated the Direction Arrows mode you can view the connection of the various entities
contained in the PLINE.
2.11 "Connect Entities".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "N".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Connect Entities".

Connects two Entities.
Using the command:

Use the Select Entity command to select the two entities that you intend to connect and then
execute the connect command.
Alternatively you can activate the command and move to the position of the connection of the
entities and then confirm.

You can only connect two entities of the same geometrical Type; it is also necessary that the
common point is perfectly identical and that the exit and entry directions are the same.
In the case of two arcs, the radius, center and direction must coincide.
By activating the Direction Arrows mode it is possible to view the connection of the various
entities inside the PLINE.
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2.12 "Break Entity".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "R".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and ."Break Entity".

To divide an Entity into two separate parts.
Using the command:

Activate the command and move to the point in which you intend to make the break.
If no type of search applied to the cursor has been selected using the Point Menu, confirmation
of the division is executed in the point projected onto the entity from the cursor position.

By activating the Direction Arrow mode you will highlight the start point and the end point of
the entities.
2.13 "Reverse".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "V".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Reverse".

To reverse the direction of one or more PLINE.
Using the command:

Use Select PLINE or Select window to select the PLINEs that you want to reverse and then
activate the command.
Alternatively you can activate the command by moving the cursor to the area of the PLINEs to be
reversed.

By activating the Direction Arrows mode you can view the direction of the PLINEs.
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2.14 "Explode".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "X".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Explode".

To explode one or more PLINE (one PLINE for each entity).
Using the command:

Use Select PLINE or Select window to select the PLINEs that you wish to explode and then
activate the command.
Alternatively you can activate the command by moving the cursor to the area of the PLINEs to be
exploded.

By activating the Direction Arrows mode you can highlight the start point and the end point of
the PLINEs.
2.15 "Drag".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Drag".

The drag command serves to move the Node of a PLINE.
Using the command:

Activate the command and move to the node of the PLINE that you intend to move.
Select, move and then confirm the new position of the node.

Doubleclick the Mouse to call a Dialog-box in which you can enter the final position of the node
directly.
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2.16 "Drag Tangent".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Drag Tangent".

To move a Node of a PLINE tangentially.
Using the command:

Activate the command and move to the PLINE node that you intend to move.
Select, move and confirm the new position of the node.

Tangent movement is executed only in the vicinity of a node formed of two tangent arcs or at the
end or start point of a PLINE.
2.17 "Fill area".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "F".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Fill area".

Fills a closed area of a PLINE.
Using the command:

Use Select PLINE or Select window to select the area you intend to fill and then activate the
command.
Enter the filling distance and the inclination angle.
Confirm the insertion.
The Dialog-box contains the following Edit fields:
FD Distance between the PLINEs for filling.
A Inclination angle of the PLINEs for filling.

The shape must be completely closed and drawn in a counter-clockwise direction.
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2.18 "Parallel PLINEs".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Parallel PLINEs".

Inserts a parallel PLINE.
Using the command:

Use Select PLINE or Select window to select the PLINE you intend to use as a reference to
obtain a parallel shape.
Enter the distance and the position of the parallel shape on the left or right.
Confirm the insertion.
D Parallel distance.
|<-- Profile generated to the left of the selected PLINE.
-->| Profile generated to the right of the selected PLINE.

The reference profile can be closed or open.
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2.19 "Geometrical Info.".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "G".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" then "Geometrical Info.".

Opens a Dialog-boxg containing information regarding geometrical data.
Using the command:

This dialog-box provides all the geometrical information regarding the Entities of the PLINEs in
the current drawing.
Use the scroll-bars to display all the entities in the drawing.
The Dialog-box contains all the following information:
TYPE the types of entities present are:

Hole
Line
Arc
Ellipse
Point
Documentation
PLINE N. Number of the PLINE in question. Use the scroll bar to change to a different
PLINE.
ENTITY.N. Number of the entity in the PLINE. Use the scroll bar to change entity.
Start point X, Y and Z dimension of the starting point of the entity.
End point X, Y and Z dimension of the end point of the entity.
Center X, Y and Z dimension of the center of the entity.
Radius Radius of the arc, the circle or the hole
Direction Direction of the arc:
CW. clockwise
CCW. counter-clockwise.
Entity length Length of the entity.
PLINE length Length of the PLINE.
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If and entity or a PLINE is selected (using Select Entity and Select PLINE) the dialog-box
containing geometrical information will automatically set up for direct display of the data.
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2.20 "Layer Setup".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "E" + "Y".
− pull-down menu: select "Edit" and "Layer Setup".

Opens the layer configuration Dialog-box.
Using the command:

The command opens a dialog-box where the following operations are possible:
− Activate a layer.
− Insert new layers.
− Change the layers already present in terms of name, colour, reference dimension, display
attributes.
To select a layer from the list use the cursor arrows or the Mouse. You can also filter the list
according to the visibility of the layers.
To activate a layer first select it in the list and then click the button with a symbol of a hand
withdrawing a sheet of paper.
To insert a new layer activate the change option by clicking the button with the writing hand
symbol, insert the layer data and confirm by clicking the button with the '+' sign and the arrow
indicating a bright sheet (layer).
To change the data of a layer activate the change option by clicking the button with the writing
hand symbol.
To delete a layer first select it and then click the button with the eraser symbol.
To change the visibility of a layer first select it and then click the button with the eye symbol.
To change the name of a layer input a new name in the "Name" field.
To change the colour of a layer select it in the "Colour" list.
The reference dimensions are entered in the "X Ref" "Y Ref" "Z Ref" fields.
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The use of different layers is recommended to create a logical division between the entities in the
drawing, especially if requested by CAM.
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Chap. 3: Main Menu "Draw"
CHAPTER 3
Main menu "Draw".

The following pages illustrate the commands available under the option "Draw" in the menu bar,
in the form of:
− A pull-down menu.
− Tools (Toolbox).
Figure 3.1 Pull-down menu and tools for the "Draw" option.
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3.1 "Rotation Center".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "R".
− pull-down menu: select "Drawing" then "Rotation".

Determines the rotation center for circular movement using the Circular Cursor Motion
command.
Using the command:

Position the cursor arrow on the required coordinates and confirm the insertion.
Repeat the command if you decide to cancel the rotation center.

A rotation center cannot be selected or handled using the Edit function present in C.A.D..
3.2 "Reference Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "F".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" then "Reference Point".

Establishes the reference point of the currently active Layer.
Using the command:


The reference point can be entered also in the Dialog-box associated with the Layer Setup
command.
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3.3 "Start Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "S" or "Ctrl" + "Home".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" then "Start Point".

Establishes the start point for generation of a PLINE.
Using the command:

X X dimension of the start point.
Y Y dimension of the start point.
Z Z dimension of the start point.

This command must always be used when a new PLINE is opened.
3.4 "End Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "E" or "Ctrl" + "End".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" and "End Point".

Closes the open PLINE.
Using the command:

When End Point is selected the PLINE being developed is closed instantly.

This command must always be used before opening a new PLINE.
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3.5 "Open PLINE".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "O".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" then "Open PLINE".

Re-opens a PLINE already closed in order to connect further Entities.
Using the command:

Select the PLINE you intend to re-open using either Select PLINE or Select window.
Once the command is activated the selected PLINE will open instantly.
3.6 "Single Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "I".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" then "Single Point".

Inserts a single point.
Using the command:

Position the cursor arrow on the point in question and confirm the insertion.

It is helpful to use the Points. menu
In the presence of selected PLINEs, a single point will be inserted for each connection between
the component entities.
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3.7 Submenu "Line".
Activation of the submenu:

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L"
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" then "Line"
− The icons associated with the commands in this submenu are available directly in the main
menu toolbox.
The following pages illustrate the commands found under the "Line" option in the main menu, in
the form of:
Figure 3.3 Pull-down menu "Line".
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3.7.1 "Line To Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Line" and "To Point".

Inserts a line with given end point.
Using the command:

X X dimension of the end point.
Y Y dimension of the end point.
Z Z dimension of the end point.
LR Link radius.

The line is inserted starting from the last point of the current PLINE and, if there is at least one
other Entity a connection will be automatically generated corresponding to the value set in the
LR field.
The Trace function is implemented in this command.
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3.7.2 "Line Tangent to X".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "X".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Line" and "Tangent to X".

Inserts a line that is tangential to the current direction, given the X coordinate of the end point.
Using the command:


The line is inserted starting from the last point of the current PLINE.
This command includes the Trace function.
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3.7.3 "Line Tangent to Y".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "Y".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Line" and "Tangent to Y".

Inserts a line that is tangential to the current direction, given the Y coordinate of the end point.
Using the command:

Y X dimension of the end point.

The line is inserted starting from the last point of the current PLINE.
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3.7.4 "MultiLine".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "M".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Line" and "MultiLine".

Inserts the closest possible line to the points inserted.
Using the command:

Insert the approximation points (MAX 50) and confirm by clicking button 2 on the Mouse.

The line is inserted starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE.
The end point of this PLINE is recalculated in accordance with the intersection with the new
entity.
3.7.5 "Tangent MultiLine ".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Line" and "Tangent MultiLine".

Inserts a line that is tangential to the current direction and that follows the points inserted as
faithfully as possible.
Using the command:

Insert the approximation points (MAX 50) and confirm by clicking button 2 of the Mouse.

The end point will be recalculated in accordance with the data defining the new entity.
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3.7.6 "Line Angle Length".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Line" and "Angle Length".

Inserts a line with given inclination angle and length.
Using the command:

Insert the inclination angle and the length of the line and confirm.
A Inclination angle of the line.
if parallel to X axis and ascending value when turning counter-clockwise. If the inserted
angle is prefixed with the letter "i" it will be added to the angle of the previous entity.
LR Link radius.
L Line length.

If there is at least one more entity a connection will be made automatically in accordance with the
value set in the LR field.
You can enter an increasing angle with respect to the exit direction of the current PLINE by
entering the letter "i" before the value in the A field.
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3.7.7 "Line Link with Center".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw", "Line" and "Link with Center".

Enters a line given the end point and considering the start point as the center of the automatic
connection.
Using the command:

R Connecting radius.

If there it at least one other entity an automatic link will be generated having a radius of the value
input in the R field.
The center of the connecting radius will be entered at the end point of the previous entity
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3.7.8 "Line Tangent 2 Circles".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "L" + "2".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw", "Line" and "Tangent 2 Circles".

Inserts a line tangential to two circles.
Using the command:

Select the two circles using : Select PLINE or Select window.
Select one of the four possible lines by clicking button 2 of the Mouse or the ">>>" command
button in the Dialog-box.

This command can be used with circles and arcs.
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3.8 Submenu "Arc".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A"
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" and "Arc"
− the icons associated with this submenu are available in the main menu toolbox.
The following pages illustrate the commands available under the option "Arc" in the main menu,
in the form of:
Figure 3.10 Pull-down menu "Arc".
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3.8.1 "Arc Center, Angle".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Center, Angle".

Inserts an arc with given center and angle.
Using the command:

Position the cursor arrow on the required coordinates and confirm insertion of the center.
Input the required angle and confirm insertion of the arc.
Use button number 2 of the Mouse to select the direction of the arc.
XC X dimension of the center.
YC Y dimension of the center.
ZC Z dimension of the center.
LR Link radius.
A Inclination angle of the arc.
0° if parallel to the X axis, ascending when turned counter-clockwise. If the angle entry
is prefixed by the letter "i" it will be added to the angle of the previous entity.
CW Clockwise direction.
CCW Counter-clockwise direction.

The arc is inserted starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE or from a preset Start Point.
If the arc is preceded by at least one other entity a link with radius equal to the value set in the
LR field will be generated automatically.
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3.8.2 "Arc Radius, Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Radius, Point".

Inserts an arc with given end point and radius.
Using the command:

Insert the radius you require.
Position the cursor arrow on the required coordinates and confirm insertion of the end point of
the arc.
To select the 4 options given by the combination of direction and position of the center, use
button 2 of the Mouse.
X Y dimension of the end point.
R Arc radius.
-->| Center of arc on right side of straight line connecting start point and end point.
|<-- Center of arc on left side of straight line connecting start point and end point.
LR Link radius.

If the arc is preceded by at least one other entity, a link having its radius equal to the value set in
the LR field will be generated automatically.
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3.8.3 "Arc Center, Point, Length"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Center, Point, Length".

Inserts an arc with given center and length.
Using the command:

Position the cursor arrow on the required coordinates and confirm insertion of the center.
Enter the required length and confirm insertion of the arc.
To select the direction of the arc use button 2 on the Mouse.
XC X dimension of the arc center.
YC Y dimension of the arc center.
ZC Z dimension of the arc center.
LA Length of the arc.
LR Link radius.

If the arc is preceded by at least one other entity a link having its radius equal to the value set in
the LR field will be generated automatically.
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3.8.4 "Arc 3 Points".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "3".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "3 Points".

Inserts an arc that intersects 3 points.
Using the command:

The first point of the arc is taken as the last point of the current PLINE.
If there is no PLINE under construction, then the first point must be inserted using the Start
Point command.
Position the cursor arrow on the coordinates of the second point and confirm insertion. Position
the cursor arrow on the coordinates of the third point and confirm insertion of the arc.
X1 X dimension of the first point.
Y1 Y dimension of the first point.
Z1 Z dimension of the first point.
X2 X dimension of the second point.
Y2 Y dimension of the second point.
Z2 Z dimension of the second point.
X3 X dimension of the third point.
Y3 Y dimension of the third point.
Z3 Z dimension of the third point.
LR Link radius.

The arc will be inserted starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE or from a preset Start
Point.
If the arc is preceded by at least one other entity it is not necessary to enter the first point; if a
value is present in the LR field, a link will be generated automatically.
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3.8.5 "Arc Tangent"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Tangent"

Inserts an arc tangential to the preceding entity.
Using the command:

Move the cursor arrow to the coordinates of the end point and confirm insertion of the tangent
arc.

The arc is inserted starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE.
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3.8.6 "Arc Tangent Radius Angle".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Tangent Radius Angle".

Inserts an arc tangential to the previous entity and with given radius and segment angle.
Using the command:

Enter the required radius.
Enter the required angle.
Select the direction of the arc using button 2 of the Mouse.
Confirm insertion of the arc.
R Arc radius.
A Arc inclination angle.
0° if parallel to the X axis and ascending as it is turned in a counter-clockwise direction.
If the input angle is prefixed with the letter "i" it will be added to the angle of the
previous entity.

The arc is entered starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE.
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3.8.7 "Arc Tangent Radius Length".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "E".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Tangent Radius Length".

Inserts an arc tangential to the previous entity with given radius and length.
Using the command:

Enter the required length.
Select the direction of the arc using button 2 of the Mouse
R Arc radius.
L Arc length.

The arc is entered starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE.
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3.8.8 "Arc Tangent Point Radius".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "R".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Tangent Point Radius".

Inserts an arc tangential to the previous entity and having given radius and end point.
Using the command:

Position the cursor arrow on the required coordinates and enter the end point.
Select the position of the arc center using button 2 of the Mouse
R Arc radius.
-->| Center of the arc to the right of the straight line connecting the start point and the end
point.
|<-- Center of the arc to the left of the straight line connecting the start point and the end
point.

The arc will be inserted starting from the Entity of the current PLINE.
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3.8.9 "MultiArc".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "M".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "MultiArc".

Inserts the arc that follows the points entered as closely as possible.
Using the command:

Enter the approximation points (MAX 50) and confirm the insertion by pressing button 2 of the
Mouse.

The arc will be inserted starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE.
The end point of the previous entity will be recalculated and positioned at the intersection with
the new entity.
3.8.10 "Tangent MultiArc".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "N".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Tangent MultiArc".

Inserts an arc tangential to the preceding entity as closely as possible to the approximation points
entered.
Using the command:

Insert the approximation points (MAX 50) and confirm the insertion by clicking button 2 of the
Mouse.

The arc will be entered starting from the last Entity of the current PLINE.
The end point of the last entity will be recalculated on the basis of the data defining the new
entity.
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3.8.11 "Arc Tangent 2 Circles".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "A" + "2".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Arc" and "Tangent 2 Circles".

Inserts an arc tangential to two circles.
Using the command:

Select the two circles using one of the selection commands:
Select PLINE or Select window.
Select one of the available solutions using the Mouse or the command button of the Dialog-box
that is displayed.
R Arc radius.
>>> Selection of the required arc from the 16 options available.

You can use the command with circles and arcs.
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3.9 Submenu "Circles".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "C"
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" and "Circle"
− the icons associated with the command of this submenu are available in the main menu
toolbox.
The following shows the commands available under the option "Circles" in the main menu, in the
form of:
Figure 3.20 Pull-down menu for "Circles".
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3.9.1 "Circle Center Point".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "C" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Circle" and "Center Point".

Inserts a circle with given center and a point establishing the radius.
Using the command:

Position the cursor arrow on the center desired and confirm insertion using the command Start
Point.
Position the cursor arrow on the coordinates of point on the circumference of the circle and
confirm insertion of the circle.
XC X dimension of the circle center.
YC Y dimension of the circle center.
ZC Z dimension of the circle center.
R Radius of the circle.

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3.9.2 "Circle 2 Points".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "C" + "2".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Circle" and "2 Points".

Inserts a circle from two known points.
Using the command:

Move the cursor arrow to the required coordinates and confirm insertion of the first point using
the Start Point command.
Move the cursor arrow to the coordinates of the second point and confirm insertion of the circle.
X1 X dimension of the first point of the circle.
Y1 Y dimension of the first point of the circle.
Z1 Z dimension of the first point of the circle.
X2 X dimension of the second point of the circle.
Y2 Y dimension of the second point of the circle.
Z2 Z dimension of the second point of the circle.
Figure 3.22 Custom dialog-box.

The distance between the two points corresponds to the diameter of the circle.
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3.9.3 "Circle 3 Points".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "C" + "3".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Circle" and "3 Points".

Inserts a circle intersecting 3 points.
Using the command:

Move the cursor arrow to the required coordinates and confirm insertion of the second point.
Move the cursor to the coordinates of the third point on the circumference and confirm insertion
of the circle.
X1 X dimension of the first point of the circle.
Y1 Y dimension of the first point of the circle.
Z1 Z dimension of the first point of the circle.
X2 X dimension of the second point of the circle.
Y2 Y dimension of the second point of the circle.
Z2 Z dimension of the second point of the circle.
X3 X dimension of the third point of the circle.
Y3 Y dimension of the third point of the circle.
Z3 Z dimension of the third point of the circle.

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3.9.4 "MultiCircle".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "C" + "M".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" , "Circle" and "MultiCircle"

Inserts the circle closest to the approximation points entered.
Using the command:

Insert the rest of the points (MAX 50) and confirm by clicking button 2 of the Mouse.
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3.10 "Ellipse".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" and "Ellipse".

Inserts an ellipse from a given center and two axes.
Using the command:

Move the cursor arrow to the required coordinates and confirm insertion of the center using the
Start Point command
Enter the values of the radii in X and Y.
Confirm insertion of the ellipse.
XC X dimension of the ellipse center.
YC Y dimension of the ellipse center.
ZC Z dimension of the ellipse center.
R.X. X radius (axis) of the ellipse.
R.Y. Y radius (axis) of the ellipse

Enter the X radius first followed by the Y radius.
The ellipse will be generated as a series of tangent arcs so that all types of subsequent
modification can be carried out.
3.11 "Spline".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "N".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" and "Spline".

The command is not implemented on this version of C.A.D..
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3.12 "Text PLINE".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "D" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Draw" and. "Text PLINE".

Enters a text made up of PLINEs.
Using the command:

Move the cursor arrow to the required coordinates and confirm the text you have already input
into relative Dialog-box.

Text in a PLINE can be written only in upper case letters.
If you wish to change and existing text first select it using the commands Select window or
Select PLINE and then proceed to enter the required changes.
The FONT can be defined by the operator by means of a C.A.D.-3 format file.
The font file will hold all the letters and numbers drawn in the PLINEs and inserted in Layers
denominated with the corresponding letter or number.
The reference point of the level indicates the relocate point during insertion of each character.
The name of the FONT file has to be chosen among those given in the list below the text
insertion field.
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Chap. 4: Main Menu "Dim"
CHAPTER 4
Main menu "Dim".

The following pages illustrate the commands found under the option "Dim" of the menu bar in
the form of:
− A Pull-down menu.
− Toolbox.
Figure 4.1 Pull-down menu and toolbox for the "Dim" option.
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4.1 "Dim Linear".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "I" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Dim" and "Linear".

Enters an orthogonal dimensioning defining the distance.
Using the command:

Enter the first point of the orthogonal distance to be specified.
Enter the second point of the orthogonal distance to specify.
Confirm insertion by clicking on the position where you intend to insert the Dimensioning.

It is very useful to open the Point menu to activate a point search thereby obtaining the precise
coordinate of the objects for which you intend to supply dimensions. In accordance with the
position of the third point with respect to the first two Vertical or Horizontal orthogonal
dimensioning will be selected automatically.
The text defining the distance will be entered separately so that it can be selected to move it or
make modifications.
4.2 "Dim Linear Parallel"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "I" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Dim" and "Linear Parallel".

Inserts a parallel distance dimensioning.
Using the command:

Enter the first point of the orthogonal distance to be specified.
Enter the second point of the orthogonal distance to be specified.
Confirm the insertion in the position at which you intend to enter the parallel dimensioning.

coordinate of the objects for which you intend to supply dimensions.
The dimensioning function will measure the distance in a parallel direction to the first two
points. The text of the distance is entered separately so that it can be selected for moving or
modification if required.
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4.3 "Dim Radius"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "I" + "R".
− pull-down menu: select "Dim" and "Radius".

Inserts an arc or circle radius dim, or the diameter of a hole.
Using the command:

Enter the center of the hole or the circle you wish to dimension. In the case of an arc, specify a
point.
Confirm insertion in the position at which you intend to enter the dimensioning.

The text of the distance is entered separately so that it can be selected for moving or modification
if required.
4.4 "Dim Angular"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "I" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "Dim" and "Angular".

Inserts an angular dim expressed in degrees.
Using the command:

Insert the center of the angle to be specified.
Insert the first point of the angle to be specified.
Insert the second point of the angle to be specified.
Confirm the insertion in the position at which you want to enter the dimensions.

The angles are always entered in a clockwise direction so take this into account when deciding
the order in which to enter the two angular points to obtain the correct dimensioning.
The text of the distance is entered separately so that it can be selected for moving or modification
if required.
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4.5 "Text"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "I" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Dim" and "Text".

Inserts text for documentation purposes.
Using the command:

Enter the position in which you want the text to appear.
Enter the documentation text and confirm.
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Chap. 5: Main Menu "Custom"
CHAPTER 5
Main menu "Custom".

The following pages illustrate the commands found under the option "Custom" in the menu bar,
in the form of:
− Toolbox.
Figure 5.1 Pull-down menu and toolbox for "Custom" option.
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5.1 "Vertical Drills".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "S" + "V".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "Vertical drills".

This command is used to make vertical holes on the top face of the Piece to be machined.
This is a dedicated function of this version of C.A.D. and is not usually present in other general
purpose C.A.D. applications.
Using the command:

The following chart comprises several horizontal lines and 10 columns.
1) The first line is the Box caption.
2) The second line contains the codes of the various columns.
3) The central part displays part of the actual data table.
Move around using the cursor direction arrows so that you can view the entire table. The
table does not have a fixed number of lines: each time you exit the table function the
system will ensure that there are 50 blank lines in addition to the lines already compiled.
This means that the number of holes managed is virtually unlimited.
4) The bottom line provides the following information:
the current line number / total number of lines in the table;
the unabridged comment associated with column being edited. Refer to the heading
Custom Drill Insert.
If you move the cursor between columns the indications displayed will alter accordingly.

A series of options are available:
"Alt" + "C" Overwrite the current line with the contents of the line immediately above it.
"Alt" + "D" Delete the current line and compact the table.
"Alt" + "I" Insert a blank line in the current cursor position.
"Alt" + "S" Copy the value from the field immediately above in the same column into the
current field
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5.2 "Horizontal drills".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "H".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "Horizontal drills".

Serves to create horizontal holes on the side faces of the Piece.
Using the command:


current field
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5.3 "Edit Custom Drills".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "E".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "Edit Custom Drills".

This command opens a summary box to display all the compiled lines in the vertical and
horizontal drills table; it also allows the operator to use the cursor to select a hole (or group or
holes) and to activate the command Custom Drill Insert precisely on the hole that has just been
selected.
Using the command:

The window illustrated below is divided into three areas:
1) The first area comprises the Box caption.
2) The second central area shows the compiled lines in the vertical and horizontal drills
tables. Movement of the cursor in this area is indicated by the highlighting of different
lines. Moving the cursor also provides a visual check on the drawing; to make
identification easier: the hole (or set of holes) selected is displayed in a different colour.
The selected line number is displayed between the caption and the blank area.
3) The third area on the right hand side of the screen contains three command buttons:
"OK" activates the Custom Drill Insert command referred to the currently selected line.
"Cancel" revokes the command and closes the box.
"Help" opens the on-line help file.

The colour of the hole (or set of holes) is defined inside the command Colour Setup under the
heading "Selected Objects".
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5.4 "Custom Drill Insert".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "I".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "Custom Drill Insert".

Provides a complete, simple and highly intuitive system for entering all types of holes. This is
achieved using a box (shown below) that exploits the full potential of graphics with drawings and
symbols.
Using the command:

The tables shown in the headings Vertical drills, Horizontal drills, X Blades, Y Blades contain
a series of codes that identify columns of the tables.
Significance of the identification codes:
Diam Tool diameter (i.e. the diameter of the hole).

L Face of the Piece on which the hole is to be drilled (see figure under):
0 = upper face,
1 = lh face,
2 = front face,
3 = rh face,
4 = rear face,
5 = lower face.
Offx Offset (distance between holes) along the X axis in the case of repeated holes.
Offy Offset (distance between holes) along the Y axis in the case of repeated holes.
Offz Offset (distance between holes) along the Z axis in the case of repeated holes.
Dpth Depth of the hole, measured along the direction of the hole in question.
Rip Repeats of the hole with unvarying center distance, i.e. the total number of holes.
With 0 and 1 there is just one hole.
S Reference corner of the piece from which the X, Y and Z dimensions are measured (see
figure below):
1 = rear lh corner,
2 = front lh corner,
3 = front rh corner,
4 = rear rh corner.
The dimensions are always positive, irrespective or the corner in question.
This is because the dimensions are always intended as towards the center of the piece.
Sp Thickness of the blade cut, i.e. saw blade kerf.
T Type of drill.
Ti Type of tool for insert.
X Dimension in X of the work position (drill or blade).
Xini Dimension in X of the work start position for blade cuts (Y blade).
Xfin Dimension in X of the work end position for blade cuts (Y blade).
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Y Dimension in Y of the work position (drill or blade).

Yini Dimension in Y of the work start position for blade cuts (X blade).
Yfin Dimension in Y of the work end position for blade cuts (X blade).
Z Dimension in Z of the work position (drill or blade).
Figure 5.5 Block diagram of a standard work-piece,

with relevant reference codes.
NOTE: special context-sensitive illustration.

To consult the information regarding the above figure select the option Edit Custom Data in
the Appendix, or position the cursor arrow on the various areas of the drawing and click the
left mouse button.
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5.5 "X Blades".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "X".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "X Blades".

Serves to make blade cuts along the X axis on the top face of the Piece.
Using the command:


current field.
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5.6 "Y Blades".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "Y".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "Y Blades".

Serves to make blade cuts along the Y axis on the top face of the Piece.
Using the command:


current field.
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5.7 "Conversion of PLINE into Drill".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "From PLINE to Drill".

For converting the selected PLINE into a drill; that is, it allows the operator to obtain a special
working starting from a geometrical entity. Particularly useful in the case of drawings taken from
other C.A.D. systems.
Using the command:

The type of drill depends on the type of PLINE: a circle becomes a vertical drill, a group of 3 or 4
entities forming a square or rectangle becomes a special drill. If this quadrilateral has a side that
lies on the dimensions of the panel, a horizontal drill is obtained on that side of the panel. The
drill diameter is given by the length of the side whilst the depth is the length of the next side.
The PLINE for the special drill must be selected individually with the Select PLINE command
and the side nearest the cursor is taken as the base of the drill. If however the drills to be obtained
are vertical or horizontal, a group of PLINES can be selected.
When the box appears, conversion has already taken place so its use is identical to that of the
Edit Custom Drills command.

The colour of the drill (or group of drills) selected is defined in the Colour Setup command at
the item "Selected Objects".
Figure 5.9 Quadrilaters with a side that lies on the dimensions of the panel.
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5.8 "Conversion of Drill into PLINE".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "D".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" and "From Drill to PLINE".

For converting the selected drill into a PLINE; that is, it allows the operator to obtain a
geometrical entity starting from a special working.
Using the command:

The PLINE depends on the type of drill: a vertical drill becomes a circle, a horizontal or special
drill becomes a group of 4 entities forming a rectangle. The diameter and depth of the drill
determine the base and height of the rectangle mentioned above.
When the box appears, conversion has already taken place so its use is identical to that of the
Technological Parameters command.

The colour of the PLINE (or group of PLINES) selected is defined in the Colour Setup
command at the item "Selected Objects".
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5.9 "Technological Parameters".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "C" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Custom" e "Technological Parameters".

Activation of the technological parameters Dialog-box.
Using the command:

This dialog-box serves to enter all the technological data relative to each PLINE in the current
drawing.
Figure 5.11 Dialog box for the machining tools command button, at the bottom left of the screen.
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Figure 5.12 Dialog-box for the machining tools command button, at the top left of the screen.
NOTE: special context-sensitive illustration.

To consult information concerning the figure enter Edit Technological Data in the Appendix,
or position the cursor arrow on one of the areas of the illustration and click the left mouse
button.
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Chap. 6: Main Menu "Point"
CHAPTER 6
Main menu "Point".

The following pages illustrate the commands found under the option "Point" in the menu bar, in
the form of:
− Toolbox.
Figura 6.1 Pull-down menu and toolbox for "Point" option.
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6.1 "Point Near".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "N" or "Ctrl" + "N".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "Near".

Finds the point projected on the nearest Entity.
Using the command:

When this function is active it moves the cursor to the nearest entity each time a dimension is
confirmed.

The command remains active until another Point command is selected.
6.2 "Point Intersection".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "I" or "Ctrl" + "X".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "Intersection".

Finds the closest intersection point to the cursor position between two entities.
Using the command:

When this command is active it searches for the intersection point closest to the cursor position
between two Entities each time a dimension is confirmed.

The command will remain avtive until another of the Point commands is selected.
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6.3 "Point End".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "E" or "Ctrl" + "E".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "End".

Finds the nearest Node to the cursor position.
Using the command:

When Point End is activated, it finds the nearest node to the cursor each time a dimension is
confirmed.

This command remains active until another of the Point commands is selected.
6.4 "Point Middle".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "M" or "Ctrl" + "V".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "Middle".

Finds the middle point of the Entity nearest to the current cursor position.
Using the command:

When activated "Point Middle" finds the middle point of the entity nearest to the cursor position
each time a dimension is confirmed.

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6.5 "Point Tangent".
Activation of the command:0

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "T" or "Ctrl" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "Tangent".

Finds the point tangential to the Entity nearest to the cursor position.
Using the command:

This command serves when segment construction is active. It finds the point of tangency with the
nearest entity and inserts a tangent segment.

6.6 "Point Perpendicular".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "P" or "Ctrl" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "Perpendicular".

Finds the point perpendicular to the Entity nearest to the cursor.
Using the command:

To be used when the segment construction function is active. Finds the point that is
perpendicular to the nearest entity and inserts a perpendicular segment.

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6.7 "Point Direct".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "P" + "D" or "Ctrl" + "D".
− pull-down menu: select "Point" and "Direct".

Reactivates direct positioning of the cursor.

This command inhibits point search functions activated by the other commands available under
the Point Menu.
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Chap. 7: Main Menu "View"
CHAPTER 7
Main menu "View".

The following pages illustrate the commands found under the option "View" in the menu bar, in
the form of:
− Toolbox.
Figure 7.1 Pull-down menu and toolbox for "View" option.
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7.1 "Redraw".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "V" + "R" or "Ctrl" + "R".
− pull-down menu: select "View" and "Redraw".

Updates the drawing under construction.
Using the command:

The command redraws all the Entities in the current drawing, thereby clearing any traces that
remain from the construction stage.

The command operates instantly, it does not change the drawing under construction and there is
no need to interrupt drafting of the PLINE.
7.2 Submenu "Zoom".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "V" + "Z"
− pull-down menu: select "View" and "Zoom"
The following text describes the commands found under the option "Zoom" in the main menu, in
the form of:
− A toolbox.
Figure 7.2 Pull-down menu and toolbox for "Zoom" option.
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7.2.1 "Zoom window".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "V" + "Z" + "W" or "Ctrl" + "Z".
− pull-down menu: select "View" , "Zoom" and "Window".
− toolbox: select the icons + .

Displays an enlarged view of a portion of the drawing.
Using the command:

First define the rectangular window you want to enlarge as described below:
− Position the cursor at one of the four corners of the window,
− Press the left mouse button and hold it down,
− Drag the cursor diagonally across the screen until you reach the opposite corner,
− Release the mouse button.

When the command is activated the cursor arrow will switch to a magnifying glass symbol until
the selected area is defined. The Zoom command can be repeated several times.
Zoom is a display function so it does not alter the drawing under construction and there is no
need to interrupt drafting of the PLINE.
7.2.2 "Zoom Preview".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "V" + "Z" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "View" , "Zoom" and "Preview".

Returns to the previous zoom level.
Using the command:

When the command is activated it causes the display to return to the previous zoom level in cases
where the .Zoom Window command has been used more than once.

Only a single previous zoom level can be restored.
If the command is repeated the display switches back to the Zoom All state.
The command operates instantly and does not affect the drawing under construction so there is
no need to interrupt drafting of the PLINE.
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7.2.3 "Zoom All".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "V" + "Z" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "View" , "Zoom" and "All".

Restores the initial display mode of the drawing.
Using the command:

When this command is activated the drawing is shown in its entirety and arranged so that it is in
the center of the screen (standard setup).
The command effectively annuls the effects of zoom and pan functions.

The command operates instantly. It does not affect the drawing under construction so there is no
7.3 "Pan".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "V" + "P" or "Ctrl" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "View" and "Pan".

Moves the drawing horizontally across the screen during a Zoom view.
Using the command:

This command serves to move the drawing on the screen.
Press button 1 of the Mouse (keeping it pressed) on the point that you intend to move and drag it
across to the required destination.
This action draws a segment that represents the extent and the direction of the movement. This
command can be repeated several times if required.

The command is particularly suitable for use with the Zoom Window command because it
allows the operator to draw a PLINE beyond the visible area.
Pan is a display command so it does not affect the drawing under construction and there is no
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Chap. 8: Main Menu "Utilities"
CHAPTER 8
Main menu "Utilities".

The following text illustrates the commands found under the option "Custom" in the menu bar, in
the form of:
− Toolbox.
Figure 8.1 Pull-down menu and toolbox for "Utilities" option.
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8.1 Submenu "Cursor Motion".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "M"
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Cursor Motion"
The following pages illustrate the commands found under the option "Cursor motion" in the
menu bar, in the form of:
− Toolbox.
Figure 8.2 Pull-down menu and toolbox for the "Cursor motion" option.
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8.1.1 "Normal Cursor Motion".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "M" + "N".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities", "Cursor motion" and "Normal".
− toolbox: select the icons +

Activates normal cursor motion.
Using the command:

Activating the command provides normal cursor motion, which means that cursor motion is not
restricted by any particular ties.
Note that cursor motion inside the graphic area of the screen is also influenced by the type of
Point command currently active.

The command operates instantly.
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8.1.2 "Circular Cursor Motion".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "M" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" , "Cursor motion" and "Circular".

Activates circular cursor motion around a rotation center.
Using the command:

The command provides circular cursor motion around a point, inserted using the Rotation
Center command and another point fixing the radius.

XC X dimension of the rotation center.
YC Y dimension of the rotation center.
ZC Z dimension of the rotation center.
R Circle radius.
S Numerical value of the step: degrees, radians, or millimetres.
The step value varies with the option activated in the following Selectable options:
Deg Sexagesimal degrees (from 0 to 360).
Rad Radian degrees.
/ Number of divisions of the circumference.
mm Millimetres around the circumference.

Circular movement is performed using the left and right direction arrow Keys.
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8.1.3 "Cursor Motion On PLINEs".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "M" + "P".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" , "Cursor motion" and "On PLINEs".

Activates cursor motion bound to a PLINE.
Using the command:

Select the PLINE on which you want to move the cursor using the Select window or Select
PLINE commands.
Enter the division number or cursor step in the Dialog-box and then confirm the command.

Insertion of the divisions automatically updates the step field, and vice versa.
Movement on PLINE workings is effected using the right and left cursor direction Keys.
8.2 "Crosshair Cursor".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Crosshair Cursor".

Activates / deactivates the crosshair cursor.

The crosshair cursor is very helpful when it is used in conjunction with the rulers.
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8.3 "Grid Setup".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "G".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Grid Setup".
− toolbox: select the icon .

Activates the Dialog-box for the Grid Setup.
Using the command:

The command activates a dialog box in which the operator can enter:
X step : cursor motion step in X.
Y step : cursor motion step in Y.
Show grid : Activates the grid function.
Use Grid : Activates the grid at the cursor position.

The status of the dialog-box is saved and reloaded if the operator should exit C.A.D..
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8.4 "Show Rulers".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "S".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Show Rulers".

Shows the rulers at the side of the visible screen field.

In the case of Zooms the rulers will change scale to match the new conditions.
8.5 "Orthogonality"

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "O".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Orthogonality".

Activates the orthogonality restriction.

While drawing any Entities inserted will always be located parallel to either the X or Y axis.
8.6 "Direction Arrows".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "D".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Direction Arrows".

Activates the direction arrows on the screen.
Using the command:

The command instantly shows the Entity. dividers and the arrows showing the direction in which
the current PLINE is being drawn.
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8.7 "Auto Scroll".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Auto Scroll".

Activates automatic scrolling of the displayed field.
Using the command:

The command immediately activates scrolling when the cursor is in the vicinity of one of the
four borders of the visible field.

The command is useful during Zooms when you want to work by examining the entire surface of
the drawing area by area.
8.8 "Devices".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "V" or "Ctrl" + "B".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Devices".

Deactivates / activates the Mouse.

The command deactivates Using the mouse. Operation of C.A.D. is therefore based exclusively
on Using the keyboard.
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8.9 "Aided Drawing".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "I".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Aided Drawing".
− this command has no icons.

Activates the Dialog-box for the input of geometrical values associated with the active command.
Using the command:

Aided Drawing opens dialog-boxes that contain edit fields for input of the geometrical
dimensions of the active command.

The dialog-boxes are invaluable during construction when precise geometrical data are required.
8.10 "Data Watch Window".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "W".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Data Watch Window".

Activates a Dialog-box containing measurements and information for the operator.
Using the command:

The command opens a dialog-box containing:
DL Linear distance from the last inserted point.
DC Circular distance from the last inserted point.
A Exit direction angle from last inserted point.
RT Tangent Radius
Operation Active operation.
Active Layer Layer active for insertion.

As the fields listed above are compiled, the relative operations will be performed.
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8.11 "Colour Setup".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "E".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Colour Setup".

Opens the Colour Setup Dialog-box.
Using the command:
The command opens a dialog-box that allows the operator to configure the colours of:
− Selected Objects.
− Grid.
− Background.
− Zoom Select Frame.
− Crosshair cursor.

Avoid selecting the same colour for different objects.
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8.12 "Configuration Setup".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "F".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Configuration Setup".

Opens a Dialog-box for the configuration of a series of global parameters.
Using the command:

The command opens a dialog-box for configuration of the following:
Dimensions of single points.
The size of the crosses representing single points can be configured by the operator.
Working limit zone.
The operator can define the width of the border (in mm) he intends to leave outside the
rectangle that represents the effective dimensions of the piece.
Link radius to use.
The default radius entered here can be changed also in the various Dialog-boxes of the
drawing commands.
Figure 8.8 Command dialog box.
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8.13 "Technological Parameters Setup".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Technological Parameters Setup".

Opens the Dialog-box for modification of dimensions and technological parameters.
Using the command:

The command opens a dialog-box that allows the operator to configure:
− Length of the drawing.
− Width of the drawing.
− Thickness of the drawing.
− Reference dimension of the drawing.
− Use of Multipanel.
− Layer creation (the documentation one).
− Global technological parameters.
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NOTA: special context-sensitive illustration.

To consult the information regarding the above figure, go to Edit Technological Data in the
Appendix, or position the cursor arrow on the various areas of the figure and click the left
mouse button.
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8.14 "Language".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Language".

Selects the required user interface language adopted by C.A.D..
Using the command:

Select the required language using the Mouse and then confirm by clicking OK.

In order to upload the user interface messages in the newly selected language you must first exit
C.A.D. and then reopen the application.
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8.15 Submenu "Edit Configuration".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "R"
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" and "Edit Configuration"
− there are no icons provided for this submenu.
The following notes regard the commands found under the option "Edit Configuration" in the
main menu, in the form of:
− pull-down menus.
Figure 8.12 Pull-down menu for the "Edit Configuration" option.
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8.15.1 "Edit CAD-3 Configuration".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "R" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities", "Edit Configuration" and "CAD-3 Configuration".

Displays and enables modification of the configuration data for CAD/3..
Using the command:

Change the data as required by typing in the new values; save your changes so that they will
become operational.

Some of the data accessible in this function can be changed also from other functions of C.A.D.,
see Colour Setup.
Exit from C.A.D. to implement your changes.
8.15.2 "Edit CAD-3 Installation".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "R" + "I".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" , "Edit Configuration" and "CAD-3 Installation".

Displays, and, if necessary, allows the operator to change the installation data of CAD./3.
Using the command:

Change the data by typing in the new values and save your changes so that they become
operational.
During this procedure you can edit installation data such as drawing path, active language, etc..

Exit from CAD to implement your changes.
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8.15.3 "Edit DXF-CID Configuration".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "U" + "R" + "O".
− pull-down menu: select "Utilities" , "Edit Configuration" and "DXF-CID
Configuration".

Displays and, if necessary, allows for modification of installation data of the C.I.D. and D.X.F
converters.
Using the command:

Change the data by typing in the new values and save your changes so that they become
operational.
During this procedure you can edit installation data such as format conversion modality,
belonging layers, axis, etc..

Exit CAD. to enable modifications.
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Chap. 9: Main Menu "Tools"
CHAPTER 9
Main Menu "Tools".

The following pages illustrate the commands found under the option "Tools" in the menu bar, in
the form of:
− A pull-down menu
− There is no toolbox for this menu.
Figure 9.1 Pull-down menu for the "Tools" option.
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9.1 "Edit Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "E" or "Ctrl" + "F1".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Edit tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools for the Edit option in the Menu bar.
Using the command:

The command operates instantly. When the Pull-down menu is closed automatically the tools in
question appear / disappear.

The symbol " in the menu is displayed when the tools are active.
9.2 "Drawing Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "R" or "Ctrl" + "F2".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Drawing Tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools for the Draw option in the Menu bar.
Using the command:

The command operates instantly. When the Pull-down menu closes automatically, the tools in

The symbol " is displayed in the menu when the Drawing Tools are active.
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9.3 "Dimensioning Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "I" or "Ctrl" + "F3".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Dimensioning Tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools in the Dim option of the Menu bar.
Using the command:

The command operates instantly. When the Pull-down menu is closed automatically, the tools in

The symbol " is displayed in the menu when Dimensioning Tools is active.
9.4 "Custom Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "C" or "Ctrl" + "F4".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Custom Tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools for the Custom option in the Menu bar.
Using the command:

question appear / disappear..

The symbol " is displayed in the menu when Custom Tools is active.
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9.5 "Point Search Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "P" or "Ctrl" + "F5".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Point Search Tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools in the Point option of the Menu bar.
Using the command:


The symbol " is displayed in the menu when Point Search Tools is active.
9.6 "View Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "V" or "Ctrl" + "F6".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "View Tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools in the View option of the Menu bar.
Using the command:


The symbol " is displayed in the menu when View Tools is active.
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9.7 "Utilities Tools".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "U" or "Ctrl" + "F7".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Utilities Tools".

Activates and deactivates the Tools in the Utilities option of the Menu bar.
Using the command:


The symbol " is displayed in the menu when Utilities Tools is active.
9.8 "Activate ToolBoxes".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "A" or "Ctrl" + "F10".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Activate ToolBoxes".

Activation and deactivation of all the Tools relative to all the options in the Menu bar.
Using the command:

The command operates instantly. When the Pull-down menu is automatically closed, all the
ToolBoxes either appear or disappear.

The symbol " is displayed in the menu when all the ToolBoxes are activated.
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9.9 "AutoPlace ToolBoxes".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "T".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "AutoPlace ToolBoxes".

Sets automatic placing of all the Tools in the various options of the Menu bar ready for opening
CAD.
Using the command:

The command has no immediate effect because it simply sets an option for future opening of
CAD.

The symbol " is displayed in the menu when AutoPlace ToolBoxes is active.
9.10 "Place ToolBoxes".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "T" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Tools" and "Place ToolBoxes".

Immediate positioning of all the Tools of the various options in the Menu bar; the command can
be used whenever required.
Using the command:

The command takes immediate effect. When the Pull-down menu is closed automatically, the
tool-boxes are put into place.
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Chap. 10: Main Menu "Help"
CHAPTER 10
Main menu "Help".

The following text illustrates the commands found under the "Help" option of the menu-bar, in
the form of:
− Pull-down menus.
− There is no toolbox for this menu.
Figure 10.1 Pull-down menu for the "Help" option.
Using "Help":
You can open Help from the Menu bar or by pressing
- the F1 Key.
If the key is pressed when an option in the menu bar is highlighted, the help pages for the relative
topic will open, in other instances the help index will be displayed.
- System menu.
The ToolBoxes are furnished with a menu at the top left corner (open by clicking the button on
the Mouse) containing the option "Help", if you select this option a help text dealing with the
relative topic will be displayed.
- Command button "?".
The Dialog-boxes are provided with a help button; when this button is clicked the relevant help
text will be displayed.
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10.1 "Index".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "I" or "F1".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "Index".

Opens a list of the chapters available in the help function.
(Each chapter is associated with one Pull-down menu )
Using the command:

Select the topic you are interested in using the Tab key or the Mouse to move between different
fields. Confirm your selection with "Enter".
10.2 "Introduction".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "N".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "Introduction".

Provides introductory notes about how to use the Help function.
Using the command:

Read the text using the cursor direction keys or the Mouse to scroll the page.
10.3 "Contents".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "C".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "Contents".

Displays the help screens starting from chapter 1.
Using the command:

Use the browse keys to look ahead or look back through the various topics.
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10.4 "Glossary".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "G".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "Glossary".

Displays the list of glossary terms with the relative explanations.
Using the command:

Select the term you are interested in using the Mouse or with the Tab key and then press Enter.
10.5 "Appendix".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "A".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "Appendix".

Provides an explanataion of specific topics involving special procedures:
Edit Technological Data and Edit Custom Data.
Using the command:

Select the topic you are interested in by pressing TAB or using the Mouse, and press Enter. The
Technological Data box and the Custom Data box have been divided into context-sensitive
graphic areas; when an area is selected using the mouse the specific page of explanatory notes
will be displayed.
10.6 "Analytic".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "L".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "Analytic".

Lists all the topics in the help function including the glossary terms, in alphabetical order.
Using the command:

Select the required topic using the Mouse or the Tab key and then press Enter.
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10.7 "About...".

− keyboard: "Alt" + "H" + "B".
− pull-down menu: select "Help" and "About...".

Displays details of the release of C.A.D..
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Appendix A: "Glossary of technical terms"
Contents:
Box caption
C.A.D.
C.A.M.
C.I.D.
Command buttons
D.X.F.
Dialog-box
Digitizer
Edit fields
Entity
Formats
Icon
Keys
Layers
Menu bar
Mouse
Node
Piece
PLINE
Pull-down menu
Selectable options
ToolBox
Trace
Using the keys
Using the mouse
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"Box captions":
The "caption" is a typical characteristic of all Windows applications. Captions are displayed at
the top of all windows or boxes.
The area at the top of windows or boxes is divided into three parts:
The left area is the "system menu" box; if you click this area a pull-down menu containing
various commands will appear, the contents of which concern the window in question, and
change accordingly.
At the center there is the window caption, selecting the caption is the most practical method of
moving the window around on the screen.
The right hand part of the line contains the reduce and/or enlarge buttons, which can be used to
close, i.e. exit from the window..
NOTE: The central part of the caption box is the only one that is always present in all cases, the
other two parts may or may not be present, depending on the particular case.
"C.A.D.":
C.A.D. stands for Computer Aided Design. A C.A.D. application or SW package is a set of
programs that allow the user to make simple or complex drawings using a computer, providing a
series of instructions and commands that simplify the operator's work.
"C.A.M.":
C.A.M. stands for Computer Aided Manufacturing. A C.A.M. application or SW package is a set
of programs that allow the user to compile work programs for electronically controlled machine
tools (the resulting programs can be executed by the numerical control unit connected to the
machine) using the original drawing as a starting point.
Processing of the drawing, optimization of the various machining stages, and conversion of the
program into ISO language (or similar) are all operations performed by the computer with the
purpose of making the operator's job easier.
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"C.I.D.":
C.A.D./C.A.M. Interchange Draw refers to system used to interchange drawings between

different C.A.D. or C.A.M. packages.
All C.A.D./C.A.M. systems are designed to manage drawings using one or more formats for
storage of geometrical and technological data.
In order to permit the interchange of drawings between different software packages, a series of
established standards have been developed, now including the more recent C.I.D. system, which
offers the major advantage of extreme clarity and readability because all information is stored in
ASCII format.
"Command buttons":
The expression "command buttons" refers to the buttons represented on the video screen.
The buttons are used to activate a command once it has been selected.
The buttons are displayed in the dialog-boxes, once they are clicked they operate instantly.
The command buttons can be operated with the mouse or from the keyboard.
"D.X.F.":
The expression Draw eXchange Format, refers to the system for interchanging drawings between
different C.A.D. or C.A.M. packages.
Each C.A.D./C.A.M. is designed to manage drawings using one or more storage formats for
geometrical and technological data.
In order to permit the exchange of drawings between different software packages, a series of
standards have been established, of which D.X.F. (used by "Auto CAD") is among the most
widely adopted.
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"Dialog-box":
The expression "dialog-box" refers to the windows (can either be very small or large enough to
almost fill the screen) that are displayed when a command is activated.
Dialog-boxes can contain:
− selectable options,
− edit fields,
− command buttons,
each identified with explanatory letters or graphics.
NOTE: Dialog-boxes can be activated or deactivated, see "Aided drawing ".
"Digitizer":
A "digitizer" (can be a graphics tablet or an electronic drawing board) is an electronic device that
serves to input an outline drawn on paper.
Acquisition of a drawing or single points using a digitizer is performed by transmitting to the
computer the coordinates defining the position of the pointing device on the digitizer.
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"Edit fields":
The expression "edit fields" refers to all the windows in a dialog-box into which alphanumeric
values can be input, but which do not serve to activate commands, because they are exclusively
for data settings or command setups.
Edit fields are frequently used to enter precise numerical values that cannot be generated in any
other manner.
Edit fields can be selected using the mouse or from the keyboard, although the alphanumeric
contents must be entered from the keyboard.
A check is made of whether arithmetical operators or numerical functions have been inserted
because in this case, any expression is solved and the obtained value is put in the place of the
original expression. This check is active in all fields of displayed windows if the operator draws
in aided mode.
Arithmetical operators :
+ addition
- subtraction, sign reversion
* multiplication
/ division
% division module
^ raising to 'nth' power
Arithmetical functions:
_B absolute value
_R square root
_S sine
_C cosine
_A arc tangent
_I integer portion
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Priority levels and directions of association:

1) monadic functions and operators (+,-,_f)rt->lt
2) raising to 'nth' power (^) rt->lt
3) multiplication, division and module (*,/,%) lt->rt
4) addition, subtraction (+,-) lt->rt
rt->lt = right to left association

lt->rt = left to right association
These priorities and associations can be modified by using parentheses.
( start of a higher-priority block

) end of a higher-priority block
It is possible to keep up to 20 operations suspended.
Three parameters are also recognized:
LPX X dimensions of the panel,

LPY Y dimensions of the panel,
LPZ Z dimensions of the panel,
and the character "I" for 'incremental':
i300 increases the last position value by 300.
Esempi:
10+5^2 equals 35
3*_S30 equals 1.5
_R(3^2+4^2)*2 equals 10
_I(19/4) equals 4
19%4 equals 3
20%4 equals 0
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"Entity":
A geometrical "entity" can be a point, a line, an arc, a circle or an ellipse.

Entities are the building bricks used to construct a more complex figure. When entities are
connected together they form a PLINE.
"Formats":
The expression "formats" refers to the methods of memorization of drawing file data utilized by
the following C.A.D. system:
C.A.D./3: basic format included in the software package.
C.I.D.: this format uses exclusively ASCII code for the exchange of drawings in the form
of geometrical and technological data. There is a first release (Cid) and an updated
release (Cid/3).
D.X.F.: standard memorization format, developed specifically for Auto CAD, and adopted
by almost all the main C.A.D. systems. D.X.F. can be divided as follows:
GENERIC: makes no distinction between PLINEs and therefore does not distinguish between
two or three dimensions.
2D: two dimensional, with the option of using levels to classify PLINEs into
machining with the router, blade cuts, and vertical and horizontal drills.
3D: three dimensional, with the option using levels to classify PLINEs into machining
with the router, blade cuts, vertical and horizontal drills, each associated with
depth values.
"Icon":
An "icon" refers, by definition, to a figure or image.

In various applications under Windows "icon" means a button represented on the screen, marked
with a minute figure.
The purpose of this image is to provide a memo for the operator indicating the function of the
button.
All the command buttons on the screen are contained in the toolbox; the buttons can be used only
with the mouse.
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"Keys":
"Keys" are the "buttons" on the keyboard.

The keys most frequently mentioned in this documentation are:
"Space bar" this is the longest key (in this case called a bar) and is located centrally at the
bottom of the keyboard.
"Alt" The "Alt" is usually on the right and/or on the left of the "Space bar".
"Ctrl" The "Control" key is usually on the right and/or left of the "Alt" key(s).
"Shift" The " × " (Shift) key is usually above the "Ctrl", key on the right and left of the
keyboard.
"Tab" The "Tabulation" key is usually on the left, beneath the number 1 key.
"Enter" "Enter" or "Return" is usually on the right, above the right hand "Shift" key.
"Esc" The "Escape" key is usually the first key at the top left of the keyboard.
"F1" The "F1" key is the first function key and is generally located next to the "Esc"
key.
"Arrow" The four arrow keys: up/down and right/left are normally
on the right hand side of the keyboard. The arrow keys are used to move the
cursor.
For more information regarding the keyboard, refer to the glossary heading Using the keys.
"Layers":
"Layers" are different levels of a drawing.

Imagine, for example, that the drawing is on a series of transparent sheets, each bearing certain
components of the finished image so that overlaying all the sheets gives the final drawing.
Layers are used to associate the various components of the drawing with separate logic.
"Menu bar":
The expression "menu bar" refers to the second bar from the top of the screen containing the
names of the pull-down menus.
The menu bar is used to open the menus, selectable with the mouse or from the keyboard.
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"Mouse":
A "mouse" is a cursor pointing device and is virtually indispensable in all Windows applications.
Your mouse may have either two or three buttons, but in any case only the right and left buttons
are utilized.
For the sake of clarity we will refer to button number 1 and button number 2 from now on, since
button number 1 is not always located on the left side of the mouse.
Whenever a mouse button is mentioned, it will be automatically the left button (number 1) unless
specified otherwise.
Procedures for use of the mouse in this C.A.D. system are in accordance with Windows standard
procedures.
For further information regarding the use of the mouse, please see the glossary heading
Using the mouse.
"Node":
"Node" means the end point of an entity if this coincides with the start point of another entity
forming part of the same PLINE.
A PLINE is formed of two or more entities all connected together continuously.
The connection point between two adjacent entities is a node.
"Piece":
As a rule, "piece" means a wood panel, a sheet of glass, plastic or aluminium, or a slab of marble
or any other work material of parallelepiped form.
Although pieces are usually parallelepipeds, this does not mean that C.A.D: cannot be used to
manage blank parts of the widest possible range of different shapes.
Management of parallelepiped shaped work, is facilitated since, being the most frequently
occurring case, it is a dedicated function of this C.A.D. application.
"PLINE":
The concept of "PLINE" (or poly-line) is paramount to the concept of a continuous working
implemented in series 2 C.A.D. applications.
A PLINE is a continuous collection of single geometrical entities (lines and arcs) all
interconnected, with which a single set of technological data is associated.
Two entities can be connected together only if the end point of the first is identical to the starting
point of the second, and so forth.
The entities must also be drawn without any breaks, or alternatively they can be drawn separately
and then connected.
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"Pull-down menus":
"Pull-down menus" are the menus that are displayed beneath each item of the menu bar.
They are used to activate the various options they contain: pull-down menus can be opened using
the mouse or the keyboard.
There is always one option displayed in negative text mode, i.e. with the text and background
colours inverted..
This highlighted option is the one that will be activated if selection is confirmed.
"Selectable options":
The expression "selectable options" refers to options in a dialog-box that can be either enabled
or disabled, but that do not serve to activate commands; on the contrary, they are used only for
settings or command setups.
A selectable option can be either enabled or disabled.
Each option selected is highlighted by a small border displayed around the name of the box.
There are two types of selectable options - circular (radio buttons) or square (check boxes):
Only one of a set of radio buttons can be activated at any one time, when the next button is
activated the previous one will be automatically deactivated. Moreover, the arrow keys must be
used to scan all the buttons, the "Tab" key serves exclusively to open or exit a group of buttons.
Any option in a set of check boxes can be active, irrespective of the status of the remaining
boxes. In this case, the arrow keys or "Tab" can be used indifferently to scan all the check boxes.
The same procedure is used to switch from one status to the other.
Check boxes and radio buttons can be accessed with the mouse or from the keyboard.
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"Toolbox":
The "Toolbox" is a set of icons in a single block.

The toolbox, like all the boxes in a Windows application, can be displayed, moved or, in this
case also rotated by selecting the caption of the box in question.
Not all pull-down menus are integrated with a tool, only the most frequently used commands are
provided with a dual activation function.
Tools afford the advantage of providing the operator with a system for using commands that is
faster than the pull-down menus, although they have the drawback that they reduce the graphic
area of the screen available for drawing.
NOTE: tools can be activated or deactivated, refer to the "Toolbox" heading.
"Trace":
"Trace" refers to a graphic function that allows the operator to get a preview view of the entities
that are to be drawn during the creation of PLINEs.
In certain cases trace does not indicate the entity currently being drawn, but just one of its
parameters such as the angle, the length, and so forth.
You can access trace by keeping the mouse button pressed when drawing, rather than releasing it
immediately.
If you move around with the mouse the result is dynamic tracing, while releasing the button
confirms the entity or parameter that you were in the process of defining.
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"Using the keys":
Using the keyboard with:
- the menu bar,

Pressing the Alt key causes the cursor to move to the first item on the menu bar.
Move horizontally across the menu bar using the left and right arrow keys.
To open a pull-down menu press Enter or the down arrow key.
To exit from the menu bar press Esc.
- pull-down menus,
When the cursor is inside a pull down menu use the up/down arrow keys to move vertically.
Press Enter to activate the selected command.
To move from one pull-down menu to another use the left and right arrow keys.
Press Esc to exit a pull-down menu.
NOTE: certain menu items are marked with a small arrow next to the right border of the menu,
indicating that a submenu is available.
To open the submenu move to the item with the arrow and then press Enter or the right arrow
key, after which you can move up and down with the relative arrow keys to select the required
option in the submenu.
To exit a submenu follow this procedure in reverse order.
- caption
It is NOT possible to access the caption from the keyboard.
- tools, icons and command buttons,

Tools and icons are not accessible using the keyboard. Only the command buttons inside a
dialog-box can be selected.
Use the Tab key to select the relative button (black frame around the edge of the button) and
confirm with Enter.
- edit fields,
Use the Tab key to select (box with black background and white text) and then enter
alphanumeric characters (normally numerical).
Once you are in an edit field you can use the right and left arrow keys, and the delete keys.
- selectable options,
Select with Tab (broken line border around the text identifying the box) and then
activate/deactivate with the Space bar.
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- while you are drawing,

Inside the graphic area, which means most of the screen, the cursor can be moved either using the
arrow keys or by entering exact dimensions.
Each time an arrow key is pressed the cursor will move one step in the required direction. The
size of the step is set in the function "Grid Setup".
The top right corner of the screen contains three edit fields that are always present and refer to
the three axes X Y and Z. Press the Tab key to move the cursor to the first of the three fields,
where you can enter the cursor position directly. Confirm by pressing Enter so that you can move
from one edit field to another.
If the cursor is inside a dialog-box, the Tab key does not have the function described above. In
this case you must use the mouse to open the X Y and Z edit fields.
You can simulate mouse button 1 with the "Space" bar.
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"Using the mouse":
Using the mouse with:
- the menu bar.

Move the cursor to the required option and click the left button on the mouse. The relative pull-
down menu will be displayed.
To select another menu repeat the procedure or keep the mouse button pressed and move the
cursor to the next item:
- if you move across the menu bar keeping the mouse button pressed, the menus will be
displayed in sequence,
- if you move up and down a pull-down menu you can scroll all the commands one at a time. The
command currently highlighted will be activated only when you release the mouse button.
To close a pull-down menu click button 1 on the graphic area.
- pull-down menus.
Position the cursor key above the required option and click button 1 on the mouse. The command
will be activated and the relative dialog-box will be displayed.
NOTE: certain items in the pull-down menus are marked with a small arrow near the right hand
border of the menu. The arrow indicates that a submenu is available.
In these cases you need to make a first select to open the submenu and a second select to activate
one of the commands.
- caption.
Locate the cursor on the caption:
If you want to use the system menu click when the cursor is on the icon at the left hand side: a
pull-down menu will appear. Select the item you need.
to use the caption press the left button on the central area and keep it pressed. Now move the
cursor and release the button at the new position. During this operation a frame with a broken
line border, of the same size as the window you are moving, will be dragged across the screen
after the cursor.
to use the buttons click button number 1 on the mouse on the right hand command button on the
caption.
- tools, icons and command buttons.

Move the cursor arrow to the command button or the icon in a tool and then click the button
number 1 on the mouse.
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- edit fields.
Move the cursor arrow to the edit field, next to the left hand border.
Press the left mouse button and keep it pressed.
Move the cursor and then release the mouse button when you reach the right hand edge of the
edit field.
The area thus selected will accept inputs of alphanumeric characters (normally numbers).
- selectable options.
Move the cursor arrow to the selectable option in question and click the left hand mouse button.
One click selects the option, two clicks deselect it.
- while drawing.
Keep the left button pressed to activate the trace function of the entity you are constructing -
release the button to confirm the entity.
In the case of circle arcs, button 2 of the mouse changes the position of the center of the circle
and the direction of the arc.
If you are joining two circles, click button 2 to confirm the entity.
Deselecting:
position the cursor and click button 2..
Activating the change function:
click the button 1 twice in quick succession to activate the various dialog-boxes.
NOTE: this function is valid only for certain commands.
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Appendix B: "Edit Technological and Custom Data"
Contents:
Edit Technological Data

Edit Custom Data
B1
"Edit Technological Data": (global view)
Introduction:
Technological data are sets of information describing how a PLINE is to be worked on the
machine. The information includes, for example, the definition of the tool to be used, the speed
of rotation, the type of offset correction etc..
Description:
This part, providing a description by means of a series of partial views, is used to associate
technological data to the PLINEs contained in the current Layer. Normally each datum is
accompanied by a figure to aid recognition. These figures are styled to provide intuitive
comprehension of the significance and purpose of the relative datum.
Notes:
1) Several of the following partial views are complete with a Selectable option for the default
value. When this option box is activated it results in a colour change of the Edit field with
which it is linked, because the value in the field is no longer required. During C.A.M.
procedures the value is automatically established on the basis of the logic for the selection
of default technological data.
2) If you access this technological data editor after having selected a set of PLINEs, the data
you input and confirm (by clicking the relative Command button) are automatically
associated with all the selected PLINEs (see also partial view number 9).
3) If this technological data editor is accessed with a group of selected PLINES, the editing
fields are all reset if the technological data is not the same for all of the PLINES.
Otherwise, the editing fields are filled with this technological data..
Figure 11.1 Global view of the technological data dialog-box.
NOTE: special context-sensitive illustration with interactive context notes.

To view the information concerning the above figure position the cursor arrow on the various
areas and click the left mouse button.
B2
"Edit Technological Data": (partial view number 1)
These two Edit fields serve to define the tool associated with the PLINE, more precisely the
operator must first enter the number of the category followed by the type.
The category represents the dedicated function of a given tool, (e.g. for drilling, for X or Y blade
cuts, for routing, etc.), while the type indicates the form of the tool within the context of the
category.
Using the Command buttons or the Keys Page-Up Page-Down you can increase or decrease the
value being edited by one unit at a time.
To make an instant check of the data, the drawings showing the category and type of tool are
called from one of the installation files and displayed above the edit fields. If a large question
mark (?) appears, this means that the drawing was not found so that the datum is almost certainly
unacceptable.
Figure 11.2 Partial view of the Edit Technological Data dialog-box.
Using these three Command buttons the operator can define, respectively, the direction of tool
rotation, the use of sharp corners, and the working direction of the PLINE.
Each of the command buttons is accompanied by three figures showing three statuses:
− rotation direction clockwise, counter-clockwise or default;
− sharp corners activated, deactivated or default;
− working direction forward, inverted or default.
Note that the drawing of the tool type changes in accordance with the selected direction of
rotation.
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These three Edit fields serve for the input, respectively, of the diameter, the AZIMUTH angle
and the ZENITH angle of the tool.
The azimuth angle refers to a possible inclination with respect to the vertical axis, the zenith
angle indicates inclination along the horizontal axis. Using these two angles you can determine
the position of the tool to use for working of the PLINE.
These three Edit fields allow the operator to enter, respectively, the speed of rotation, the feed
speed and the descent speed of the tool.
The first of these values is a whole number because it expresses tool rotation rpm.
The other two parameters can include decimal places because they express speed in terms of
metres per minute.
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With these three Command buttons the operator can confirm data input (OK), quit the input
mode (CANCEL) or obtain information regarding its use (Help).
The data to enter concern tool radius correction to be executed at the entry to and exit from the
PLINE. The left side refers to tool radius correction at the entry position, the right side refers to
correction at the exit position. Use the Command buttons to select the type of correction,
checking the drawing that is displayed each time the buttons are clicked.
The Selectable option with the percent symbol (%) is used to interpret the value of the Edit field
beneath: if the option is not activated the value represents a distance, in millimetres, from the
PLINE, if the option is activated, the value represents a percentage of the tool diameter.
The central button marked with an equals sign (=) sets the condition that the tool radius
correction at the exit position must be identical to that at the entry position, updating the data at
each input; if the equals sign is marked with a red cross, the correction data are no longer
dependent on each other.
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The first Edit field serves to input the distance between the PLINE in question and the PLINE
parallel to it. In practice this datum means that the original PLINE is no longer to be considered
but rather the one that is parallel to it; if this distance is equal to zero, the two PLINEs coincide
and, in practice, the parallel PLINE does not exist. This information will be utilized only during
the CAM stage for parallel working.
The second Edit field serves to input the distance of the working depth. This datum indicates that
the PLINE must be machined at a parallel depth of the given value. In more simple terms, the
data that is input will be added to the depths of the various Entities contained. Also this
information is utilized only during CAM procedures.
The third Edit field is used to enter tangency tolerance. This datum is used during CAM
procedures to decide whether to break a PLINE up into several separate workings. At each
connect point between entities the tangents of the two ends are calculated, the difference of the
angles of the two tangents is then compared to the value entered in this field, if the difference is
greater than the set value then the two entities will be generated in two separate workings.
The data to be input concern the type of working associated with the PLINE.
If it is activated, the Selectable option allows the operator to enter or select the name of a file
containing working types; all the editor data will consequently become non-significant because
during CAM procedures only the data contained in the specified file will be considered.
Notes:
A working type file is a collection of technological data.
The working types editor allows the operator to create a certain number of steps, each of which
can be modified using this Edit Technological Data function.
In practice, the association of a type of working with a given PLINE makes it possible to cause
the Control Unit to command several passes of the same working, one for each pass contained in
the working type file.
Within a working type it is not possible to associate other types of working: the selectable
options box and the Edit field cannot be modified.
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With these two Buttons the operator can pass on to insertion of the data of the previous or next
PLINE depending on which button is pressed (<< previous, >>next). These buttons appear if the
operator has entered this technological editor without having selected any PLINES.
If one or more PLINES are selected, this special selectable option will appear to allow the
operator to decide whether, on confirmation of the data with the 'OK' button, all data or only
modified data has to be taken into consideration. The default position indicates that all data is
confirmed.
Figura 11.11 Partial view of the Edit Technological Data dialog-box.
The data to enter concern the depth at the entry and exit positions of the PLINE. This function,
enabled by the first Button, allows to recalculate the depth of all Entities in order to get a linear
trend from the input depth to the output depth.
The left side refers to the depth at the entry position and the right side refers to the depth at the
exit position.
The central button, with the equals sign (=) links the exit depth to the same value as the entry
depth, updating the values at each input; if the equals sign is marked with a red cross then the
data link is disabled.
B7
"Edit Custom Data": (global view)
Introduction:
Custom data are a set of information that describes a single point working, which differs from a
PLINE because it is made up of a single point at which to perform the machining task. Single
point data include drillings (horizontal, vertical, inclined, etc.) and inserts.
As in the case of the PLINEs, these data require certain information defining how to perform the
work on the machine. For example which tool to use, the diameter, etc..
Description:
The description, provided by a series of partial views, is used to enter custom data in the current
Layer. Normally each datum is accompanied by a drawing to aid recognition; these figures
provide intuitive comprehension of the significance and purpose of each datum.
Notes:
1) If access to this special data editor is gained after having selected a group of drills, the data
which will then be inserted and confirmed (by means of the 'OK' Button) will be
automatically associated with all the drills selected (see also partial view number 7).
2) If this special data editor is accessed with a selected group of drills, the editing fields are all
reset if the special data is not the same for all drills. Otherwise, the editing fields are filled
with this special data.
Figure 12.1 Global view of the Edit Custom Data dialog-box.
NOTE: special context-sensitive illustration with interactive context notes.

To view the information concerning the above figure position the cursor arrow on the various
areas and click the left mouse button.
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"Edit Custom Data": (partial view number 1)
These three Edit fields allow the operator to enter the X, Y Z coordinates of the point at which
the machining is to be performed.
Figure 12.2 Partial view of the Edit Custom Data dialog-box.
With these two Edit fields it is possible to enter, respectively, the diameter of the tool and the
machining depth.
Figure 12.3 Partial view of the Edit Custom Data dialog box.
With these two Edit fields the operator defines the tool associated with the custom data; more
precisely, first the operator enters the number of the category and then the tool type. The category
is the dedicated function of a tool (e.g. for drilling, for blade cuts in X or Y, for routing, etc.),
while the type indicates the form of the tool within the category.
Using the Command buttons or the Keys Page-Up Page-Down the value being edited can be
increased or decreased by one unit at a time.
For an immediate check of the data the drawings of the category and type of tool are called from
an installation file and displayed above the edit fields. If a large question mark is displayed (?) it
means that the drawing was not found so it is highly probable that the datum is unacceptable.
B9
With these two Edit fields it is possible to enter, respectively, the AZIMUTH angle and the
ZENITH angle of the tool.
The azimuth angle refers to an inclination with respect to the vertical axis, while the zenith angle
refers to a horizontal inclination. Using these two angles it is possible to calculate the position of
the tool to be used for the machining.
The Selectable options allow the operator to enter the values to input in the foregoing fields in
order to work on the six basic faces of the work, i.e. the six sides of a Piece. These boxes provide
a handy shortcut to establish the position of the tool in the case of drillings on the six faces of the
piece.
With these Selectable options it is possible to enter the reference corner for the X, Y and Z
coordinates of the working. This datum allows the operator to obtain the working (described by
the custom data) referred to the selected corner and with the positive dimensions toward the
center of the Piece.
For example, if we leave the coordinates of the working unchanged (X=0, Y=0) and change only
the reference corner, the result will be a working on each corner.
B 10
These parts serve to specify the number of repeats of the working.

With the three Selectable options you can choose the type of repeat:
- orthogonal (specifying the step in X and Y),
- linear (specifying the direction angle and the distance),
- Angular (specifying the rotation center and the angular step).
Enter the number of repeats in the Edit field located next to the letter n with a question mark
(N?).
1) orthogonal repeats are distinguished by offsets (in X, Y, and Z) that must be added to the
coordinates for each repeat. The letters OX (X offset), OY (Y offset) and OZ (Z offset).
The field with the symbol of an angle cannot be modified.
2) linear repeats are distinguished by the distance between two adjacent repeats and an
angle. Therefore all the various workings arranged in a straight line with any angle are
taken into consideration. The first edit field is designated OL (length between repeats).
The other two fields are not utilized, while the field with the symbol of an angle is used to
enter the angle of the straight line.
3) The angular type gives the coordinates of a center and an angle; the distance from the first
working and this center is considered as the radius of the circle. The repeats are effected
over this circumference with a step that can be entered in the field with the angle symbol.
Therefore, the names of the first three Edit fields show the letters CX (X coordinate of the
center), CY (Y coordinate of the center) and CZ (Z coordinate of the center).
B 11
With these two Bottons the operator can pass on to insertion of the previous or next special data,
depending on which button is pressed (<< previous, >> next). These buttons appear if this special
data editor has been accessed without having selected any drills.
If one or more drills are selected, this special selectable option to allow the operator to decide
whether, on confirmation of the data with the 'OK' button, all data or only modified data has to be
considered. The default position indicates confirmation of all data.
Figura 12.9 Partial view of the Edit Custom Data dialog-box.
With these three Command buttons it is possible to confirm data input (OK), exit the data input
mode (CANCEL) and obtain information on how to use it (Help).
B 12
Appendix C: "Error list"
E01 A start dimension of the same value as the end

End point and start point are the same dimension of the previous entity has been entered.
E02 The three points of the arc or circle to be input are on
Points aligned the same straight line.
E03 Error no more generated
Tangent distance less than zero
E04 The Y dimension of the line tangent to the Y axis is
Y value is the same as the start value the same as the initial dimension.
E05 The tangent direction is parallel to the X axis so it is
Tangent parallel to X axis, not allowed not possible to calculate a tangent line that reaches the
Y axis.
E06 The Y dimension of the tangent line cannot be
Y value is too low reached because of the exit direction from the
previous entity.
E07 The Y dimension of the tangent line cannot be
Y value is too high reached because of the exit direction from the
previous entity.
E08 Dimension X of the tangent line is the same as the
X value is the same as the start value end point of the previous entity.
E09 The tangent direction is perpendicular to the X axis so
Tangent perpendicular to X axis, not it is impossible to calculate a tangent line able to
allowed reach the Y axis.
E10 The X dimension of the tangent line cannot be
X value too far to the left reached because of the exit direction from the
previous entity.
E11 The X dimension of the tangent line cannot be
X value too far to the right reached because of the exit direction from the
previous entity.
E12 The Arc you are attempting to input contains
Impossible arc geometrical conditions that make it impossible to
calculate. Change one or more parameters.
E13 The line you are attempting to enter contains
Impossible line geometrical conditions that make it impossible to
calculate. Change one or more parameters.
E14 The connecting radius entered is too big to be inserted
Connecting radius too great in the selected corner. Reduce the value.
E15 The entity you wish to delete gives rise to a missing
Unlink impossible intersection between two adjacent entities, causing a
break in the PLINE that contains the entity.
E16 The connection between the two entities selected is
Link impossible impossible, check the value of the connecting radius
and the coincidence of the two entities.
E17 Connection of the selected objects is impossible;
Connection impossible check the coincidence of the ends of the connection.
C1
E18 You have exceeded the limits for dragging the PLINE
Drag limits exceeded node. An arc has reached the maximum distance (the
radius) of its center with respect to the cursor
position.
E19 You have attempted to link two segments that are
Segment already tangent already tangential.
E20 Deleting the selected entity results in incongruence
Entity delete not permitted because of the current status of CAD, so deletion is
not possible.
E21 The Zoom you have requested is too detailed.
Zoom area too small
E22 All the available memory for entering objects is full.
Memory insufficient to enter
E23 A PLINE processing function has been activated but
No PLINE selected no PLINE has been selected.
E24 The pocket requested cannot be created with the
Profile cannot be made: excess diameter distance entered. Reduce to an acceptable value
according to the corners of the selected profile.
E25 The PLINE in which you intend to machine a pocket
PLINE is not closed is not completely closed.
E26 The PLINE in which you wish to make a pocket
Profile is too complex generates an excessively complex procedure, simplify
the shape or increase the evacuation distance.
E27 Enter a value greater than 0 in the relevant field.
Panel length must be greater than 0
Panel width must be greater than 0
Panel thickness must be greater than 0
C2
Command Guide
New. Open....
Alt + F + N. Alt + F + O or Ctrl + O.
Save. Save As....

Alt + F + S or Ctrl + S. Alt + F + A.
Delete.... Merge....
Alt + F + D. Alt + F + M.
Print.... Exit.
Alt + F + P. Alt + F + X.
Select window. Select PLINE.

Alt + E + W or Ctrl + W. Alt + E + P.
Select Entity. Delete.

Alt + E + E. Alt + E + D or Ctrl + C.
Copy. Move.
Alt + E + C. Alt + E + M.
Link. Unlink.
Alt + E + K. Alt + E + U.
Connect PLINE. Break PLINE.

Alt + E + O. Alt + E + B.
Connect Entities. Break Entity.

Alt + E + N. Alt + E + R.
Reverse. Explode.
Alt + E + V. Alt + E + X.
Drag. Drag Tangent.

Alt + E + A. Alt + E + T.
Fill area. Parallel PLINEs.

Alt + E + F. Alt + E + L.
Geometrical Info.. Layer Setup.

Alt + E + G. Alt + E + Y.
Rotation Center. Reference Point.

Alt + D + R. Alt + D + F.
Start Point. End Point.

Alt + D + S or Ctrl + Home. Alt + D + E or Ctrl + End.
Open PLINE. Single Point.

Alt + D + O. Alt + D + I.
Line To Point. Line Tangent to X.

Alt + D + L + P. Alt + D + L + X.
Line Tangent to Y. MultiLine.

Alt + D + L + Y. Alt + D + L + M.
Tangent MultiLine . Line Angle Length.
Alt + D + L + T. Alt + D + L + A.
Line Link with Center. Line Tangent 2 Circles.

Alt + D + L + L. Alt + D + L + 2.
Arc Center, Angle. Arc Radius, Point.

Alt + D + A + C. Alt + D + A + P.
Arc Center, Point, Length Arc 3 Points.

Alt + D + A + L. Alt + D + A + 3.
Arc Tangent Arc Tangent Radius Angle.

Alt + D + A + T. Alt + D + A + A.
Arc Tangent Radius Length. Arc Tangent Point Radius.

Alt + D + A + E. Alt + D + A + R.
MultiArc. Tangent MultiArc.

Alt + D + A + M. Alt + D + A + N.
Arc Tangent 2 Circles. Circle Center Point.

Alt + D + A + 2. Alt + D + C + C.
Circle 2 Points. Circle 3 Points.

Alt + D + C + 2. Alt + D + C + 3.
MultiCircle. Ellipse.
Alt + D + C + M. Alt + D + P.
Spline. Text PLINE.

Alt + D + N. Alt + D + T.
Dim Linear. Dim Linear Parallel

Alt + I + L. Alt + I + P.
Dim Radius Dim Angular

Alt + I + R. Alt + I + A.
Text Vertical Drills.

Alt + I + T. Alt + S + V.
Horizontal drills. Edit Custom Drills.

Alt + C + H. Alt + C + E.
Custom Drill Insert. X Blades.

Alt + C + I. Alt + C + X.
Y Blades. Conversion of PLINE into Drill.

Alt + C + Y. Alt + C + P.
Conversion of Drill into-PLINE. Technological Parameters.

Alt + C + D. Alt + C + T.
Point Near. Point Intersection.

Alt + P + N or Ctrl + N. Alt + P + I or Ctrl + X.
Point End. Point Middle.

Alt + P + E or Ctrl + E. Alt + P + M or Ctrl + V.
Command Guide
Point Tangent. Point Perpendicular.
Alt + P + T or Ctrl + T. Alt + P + P or Ctrl + P.
Point Direct. Redraw.

Alt + P + D or Ctrl + D. Alt + V + R or Ctrl + R.
Zoom. Zoom window.

Alt + V + Z Alt + V + Z + W or Ctrl + Z.
Zoom Preview. Zoom All.

Alt + V + Z + P. Alt + V + Z + A.
Pan. Cursor Motion.

Alt + V + P or Ctrl + A. Alt + U + M
Normal Cursor Motion. Circular Cursor Motion.

Alt + U + M + N. Alt + U + M + C.
Cursor Motion On PLINEs. Crosshair Cursor.

Alt + U + M + P. Alt + U + C.
Grid Setup. Show Rulers.

Alt + U + G. Alt + U + S.
Orthogonality Direction Arrows.

Alt + U + O. Alt + U + D.
Auto Scroll. Devices.

Alt + U + A. Alt + U + V or Ctrl + B.
Aided Drawing. Data Watch Window.

Alt + U + I. Alt + U + W.
Colour Setup. Configuration Setup.

Alt + U + E. Alt + U + F.
Technological Parameters Setup. Language.

Alt + U + T. Alt + U + L.
Edit CAD-3 Configuration. Edit CAD-3 Installation.

Alt + U + R + C. Alt + U + R + I.
Edit DXF-CID Configuration. Edit Tools.

Alt + U + R + O. Alt + T + E or Ctrl + F1.
Drawing Tools. Dimensioning Tools.

Alt + T + R or Ctrl + F2. Alt + T + I or Ctrl + F3.
Custom Tools. Point Search Tools.

Alt + T + C or Ctrl + F4. Alt + T + P or Ctrl + F5.
View Tools. Utilities Tools.

Alt + T + V or Ctrl + F6. Alt + T + U or Ctrl + F7.
Activate ToolBoxes. AutoPlace ToolBoxes.

Alt + T + A or Ctrl + F10. Alt + T + T.
Place ToolBoxes. Index.

Alt + T + L. Alt + H + I or F1.
Introduction. Contents.
Alt + H + N. Alt + H + C.
Glossary. Appendix.
Alt + H + G. Alt + H + A.
Analytic. About....
Alt + H + L. Alt + H + B.

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Main menu "File" ............................................................................................................... 1

Main menu "Edit" .............................................................................................................. 13

Main menu "Draw" ............................................................................................................ 31

Main menu "Dim" (Dimensioning) ................................................................................... 61

Main menu "Custom" ........................................................................................................ 65

Main menu "Point"............................................................................................................. 77

Main menu "View" ............................................................................................................. 83

Main menu "Utilities" ........................................................................................................ 87

Main menu "Tools" ............................................................................................................ 105

Main menu "Help".............................................................................................................. 111

Appendix A: "Glossary of technical terms".

Appendix B: "Edit Technological and Custom Data".

Appendix C: "Error list".

Conventions adopted in this documentation.

C.N.I. Informatica wishes you every success in your work.

Windows is a registered trade mark belonging to the Microsoft Corp.

Main menu "File".

Figure 1.1 Pull-down menu "File".

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Figure 1.2 Command dialog-box.

Figura 1.3 Dialog-box for the selectable option Use Multipanel.

Figura 1.4 Dialog-box for the working tools command button.

NOTE: special interactive illustration.

Notes about the command:

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Figure 1.5 Command dialog-box.

Notes about the command:

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Notes about the command:

1.4 "Save As...".

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Figure 1.6 Command dialog-box.

Notes about the command:

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Figure 1.7 Command dialog-box.

Notes about the command:

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Figure 1.8 Command dialog-box.

Notes about the command:

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Using the command:

Figure 1.9 Command dialog-box.

Figure 1.10 Command dialog-box.

Notes about the command:

Activation of the command:

Purpose of the command:

Figure 1.11 Command dialog-box.