Set the Representation

The Export command was designed as a what-the user-see-is-what-the user-get system, where the visibility and representation settings in Design control is what is exported. The user can select certain elements of the DESIGN database for export and choose an appropriate level of detail for their needs.

If operating in a graphical mode, and working with a relatively small volume of data this is ideal.

When exporting large models the close integration with the graphical display can result in slow performance. The export can be speeded up significantly by running a Design module without graphics. It is then very important to make sure that the visual representation is set to what they require, as the Design module’s default settings are different when running without graphics.

In case of difficulty, AVEVA suggests the following:

1. Read Element Representation, which discusses the options available.

2. Using AVEVA E3D™ with graphics enabled, set the representation, using either the menus or commands.

3. On the Home tab, in the Windows group, click Command Window.

4. Type the command: Q REPR

5. Note the results.

6. Leave the Model module, and re-enter, but without graphics (by typing dev tty to MONITOR).

7. Type Q REPR again, and note any differences.

8. Either include all of these representation commands in the macro file, or select those needed using Model Reference as a guide.