Bulk Update Cable Installation Method

The installation methods of cables imported from ETAP can be changed in bulk.

1. Select the cables in the Cable Schedule grid, then select Bulk Update Installation Method in the Actions section of the List Tools - Cable Schedule tab.

2. The Bulk Update Installation Method window is then displayed:

   

   The left-hand panel displays the selected ETAP sourced cables grouped under their current installation methods and sizing standards. Only cables imported from ETAP will be listed. If other cables were selected in the grid, they will not be listed.

   The right-hand panel displays all the available installation methods grouped by sizing standard.

3. To change the installation method of a cable, drag it from the left-hand panel and drop it on the required method in the right-hand panel.

4. The new method must be of the same sizing standard. Otherwise the following message is displayed:

   

5. If a valid installation method is selected, the listing of cables and their method in the left-hand panel is updated to reflect this change. Cables that have had their installation method changed are listed in italics.

6. Multiple cables with the same current installation method can be selected at the same time by Shift-clicking or Ctrl-clicking, and then dragged and dropped onto a different installation method as described above.

7. Repeat the above procedure for each cable that requires a different installation method. Click OK to save the changes and close the window.