POSITION NUMBER

This function is used to place position numbers in the burning sketch. It is possible to create position numbers, to change the reference symbol, to change the position number symbol and to re-create the reference line for an existing position number.

When a position number is to be placed in the sketch, the operator identifies the item (plate part or marking line) which position number is to be placed. It is then possible to create a string line from this position by giving successive cursor positions. By using REJECT at any stage, it is possible to delete the last reference line segment. OPERATION COMPLETE will finish the string line creation. If a position number is defined for the item, it will be displayed at the end of the last reference line segment and automatically be surrounded by the position number symbol. A reference symbol is also automatically added at the beginning of the string line. If no position number is available, the operator is prompted to give it.

In the case above, the position number symbol must be defined with four connection points (see User's Guide Drafting). If the symbol has been defined with less than four connection points the position number symbol will be placed at the last reference line segment but to the left and at a distance above it. This distance is controlled by a default value.

The UNDO facility is supported.