AUTODIM v2.0 Copyright (C) 1996, ATN Engineering All rights reserved March 1996 Contents ======== * Copyright Notice and Trademarks * Installation and Use of AUTODIM v2.0 * Disclaimer and Limit of Liability * Registering AUTODIM v2.0 * Distribution Status * The DDHOLE Program * How to Contact the Author Copyright Notice and Trademarks =============================== The AUTODIM programs and documentation are: Copyright 1996 Andrew Nagy ATN Engineering All rights to the AUTODIM programs and documentation are reserved by Andrew Nagy and ATN Engineering. AutoCAD & AutoLISP are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc. Other brand and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Installation and Use of AUTODIM v2.0 ===================================== AUTODIM v2.0 is an AutoLISP program. It allows the user to add and maintain dimensions to an AutoCAD drawing. The user can (using a dialog box): * add ordinate dimensions on either the X (horizontal) directions, the Y (vertical) directions or both; * change the number of decimal for one or more dimensions; * add the value converted to inches or mm to a dimension; * change the end point (the position) of an ordinate dimension; * change the value of a dimensions; * add, erase or modify dimensional tolerances; * select the method for tolerances (basic, symmetrical, deviation, limits); * change the DIMSCALE and DIMLFAC for one or more dimensions. AUTODIM v2.0 was written for mechanical drawings but can be used for other types of drawings as well. AUTODIM v2.0 will work only with AutoCAD Release 13. To install AutoDIM v2.0 decompress AUTODM20.ZIP and copy/move the files in the AutoCAD support directory, usually: \R13\COM\SUPPORT for Release 13 You may put the files in a different directory but make sure that it is included in the ACAD variable defined in the batch file you use to run AutoCAD. Run AutoCAD and at "Command:" prompt type: (load"autodim") When the "Command:" prompt returns enter: autodim Note: To load AUTODIM.LSP automatically as soon as you type in ---- the command, include the following line in your ACAD.LSP file: (defun c:autodim()(load"autodim")(c:autodim)) By doing so you do not have to type (load"autodim") any more. The dialogue box will pop up. To add a dimension, select first the origin by clicking on the "Origin" button. Select next the "Box" button to determine the limits for the end points of the dimensions. The next step is to select the direction for the dimensions (X, Y or both). You will be asked for an Xdatum and/or Ydatum line separator (to determine in which side the dimensions will be drawn), then for points to dimension. The other options are self explanatory. AUTODIM uses the your default settings for the dimension style. Also AUTODIM uses the current layer, color and line type. See the AUTODIM.SLD file for more details. Tip: You may want to include the AUTODIM command in your AutoCAD menu. ---- To have the AUTODIM command accessible from the POP10 pull down menu add the following line to the POP10 section of the menu: [AutoDIM]^C^C^P(if (not c:autodim)(load"autodim"));autodim If there is not a POP10 section in your menu, add the following lines: ***POP10 [Libraries] [AutoDIM]^C^C^P(if (not c:autodim)(load"autodim"));autodim You may insert as well, between ^P and (if, some commands to change your layer, color and/or linetype: [AutoDIM]^C^C^Player;s;dim;;color;bylayer;linetype;s;bylayer;;+ (if (not c:autodim)(load"autodim"));autodim Disclaimer and Limit of Liability ================================= ATN Engineering provides this program "as is" and with all faults. Andrew Nagy and ATN Engineering specifically disclaims any warranty, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to this software and accompanying documentation. Andrew Nagy and ATN Engineering does not warrant that the operation of the program will be uninterrupted or error free and in no event shall Andrew Nagy or ATN Engineering be liable for any damages (including damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use or inability to use this software. Registering AUTODIM v2.0 ========================= AUTODIM v2.0 is not a Public Domain program and is not free. Benefits of registration ------------------------ * A clear conscience * Access to all the features * Several additional useful AutoLISP programs How to register --------------- To register AUTODIM v2.0 send check or money order in the amount of US$ 10.00/copy (CND$ 13.00/copy) to: ATN Engineering 701-125 Neptune Drive North York, ON M6A 1X3 Canada Canadian residents add 7% for GST. Ontario residents add 15% for GST and PST. Foreign currencies are accepted. No C.O.D. Please specify in your registration request: * your name * your address * your company (if applicable) * your e-mail address (if applicable) * quantity * how to deliver - by mail (3.5" diskette, allow 2-3 weeks for delivery) - by e-mail (MIME encoded form) Foreign orders by mail - add the equivalent of CND$ 5.00 for shipping. Distribution Status =================== You are free to distribute the shareware version of AUTODIM v2.0 to others subject to the following restrictions: * No fee is charged for its use. * AUTODIM v2.0 is copied in unaltered form, complete with files containing license information, documentation and all accompanying files. BBS System Operators may make AUTODIM available for download only if the above conditions are met. Commercial distributors of shareware software may distribute AUTODIM v2.0 subject to the above conditions. The distribution files of AUTODIM v2.0 are: AUTODIM.LSP - Main Program AUTODIM.DCL - Dialogue Box Definition AUTODIM.SLD - AutoCAD slide file AUTODIM.TXT - This file DDHOLE.LSP - Bonus AutoLISP Program DDHOLE.DCL - Dialog Box Definition for DDHOLE.LSP FILE_ID.DIZ - Program description for BBS's. The DDHOLE Program ================== The DDHOLE.LSP file included with the shareware copy of AUTODIM v2.0 is an AutoLISP defined command which helps the user to draw holes (side view) faster through a dialogue box displayed on the screen. Place the DDHOLE.LSP and DDHOLE.DCL in the same directory you placed AUTODIM v2.0. To use DDHOLE make sure it is loaded in memory [(load"ddhole")] and enter: ddhole at the "Command:" prompt. A dialog box will pop up. The use of DDHOLE is quite obvious. The default color for center lines is red and for hidden lines is cyan. If you want to use different colors include the following lines in your ACAD.LSP file: (setq $_sn_col_cnt "color_center") (setq $_sn_col_hdn "color_hidden") where color_center is your color option for center lines and color_hidden is your option for hidden lines. Example: -------- For green center lines and magenta hidden lines: (setq $_sn_col_cnt "green") (setq $_sn_col_hdn "magenta") To use the current layer color for both center and hidden lines: (setq $_sn_col_cnt "bylayer") (setq $_sn_col_hdn "bylayer") The conditions and limitations listed above for AUTODIM v2.0 applies to the DDHOLE files too. How to Contact the Author ========================= Write to: ATN Engineering 701-125 Neptune Drive North York, ON M6A 1X3 Canada or by e-mail: anagy@icacomp.com