Working with the Locations Tree and the Devices List
Figure 9. Finding Layout Dimensions
Click one point, then drag the mouse and click another point. The Dimension dialog box appears.
Figure 10. | Dimensions |
•Distance: Specify the distance between the two selected points on this map. The unit of measurement is the one mentioned in the New Location Node dialog box. Planner uses this information to scale the dimensions of the layout, and displays the same in the corresponding fields in the New Location Node dialog box.
Note: Ensure that the distance you specify in the Dimension dialog box is accurate. Otherwise, there will be drastic difference in the actual dimensions and the dimensions calculated by Planner.
If you import an AutoCAD file, Planner extracts the dimensions from the AutoCAD file. It is sometimes observed that the dimensions derived from the AutoCAD file are not correct as it shows the complete canvas size. Hence, ensure that you enter the exact dimensions of the layout.
Copying of Objects:•Copy Objects From: Allows you to copy all objects from the previously created layouts. Select the layout from which you want to copy objects from the drop‐down list.
•Copy Options: Select the items you wish to copy: Layout Objects, Devices, and Calibration Points.
Note: Planner enables Copying of Objects only if there is more than one node under a location folder and that folder has Consider Cross
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