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ISSUE
Some drawings (especially those created in programs like LDD, Civil,
Civil 3D, AutoCAD Architecture, etc) can contain objects that do not
display when opened in other programs. For example, surface models
created in AutoCAD Civil 3D may contain sp...
We have a routine called Right-of-Way that will take a traverse line
and allow you to offset it by any amount on either side of the
traverse line. It asks for opening and closing intersecting directions
and will generate all the linework and label it and ...
Often users will receive a drawing from a third party (ie, perhaps an
architect or another surveying or engineering firm) which is not drawn
in the units required either feet or meters. For example, architecture
drawings are typically in millimeters or in...
QUESTION:
Google Sketchup [http://sketchup.google.com/] is a simple 3D-modeling
application, and all sorts of 3D models in the Google Sketchup (*.skp)
format are available for free download from the Google Sketchup 3D
Warehouse [http://sketchup.google.co...
UPDATE: 2D mode may also be of interest, please review here.
[https://helpdesk.microsurvey.com/index.php?/Knowledgebase/Article/View/using-3d-snaps-to-draw-in-2d]
SCALE THE ELEVATION OF LINES, POLYLINES, CAD POINTS AND OTHER LINEWORK
WITH SCALEZ SCALEZ i...
QUESTION:
Can I use entity snaps with my existing 3D entities, to accurately
draw new 2D linework?
ANSWER:
Yes, absolutely! embeddedCAD, inCAD and MicroSurvey CAD have a 2D/3D
toggle setting that has the following effects when enabled:
* All point ...
While STAR*NET is relatively new to the MicroSurvey product line, our
customers have been using the program for decades so a number of tools
have been developed over the years that make these two products
complement each other. There are a range of im...
Some users report seemingly random instability with MsCAD, inCAD or
EmbeddedCAD. Symptoms can include freezing or mismatched drawings and
databases.
This is _not_ normal behaviour for the program and we have developed a
series of diagnostic steps to hel...
Some MicroSurvey software updates require that you update your USB
License Key in order to run the new version. The rule we use is as
follows:
* You must update your key if the first or second version numbers
have increased (for example, upgrading fro...
GENERAL INFORMATION
MICROSOFT WINDOWS VISTA: All versions of our software prior to 2008
(up to and including MicroSurvey CAD 2005, MicroSurvey inCAD 2006, and
MapScenes 2006) are not compatible with the Windows Vista operating
system. Only MicroSurvey CA...
The MicroSurvey Assistant is a streamlined way to get most of the
repetitive steps done without having to go to the pulldown menus all
the time. Most people start jobs in one of a few different ways and
each of these options is presented to you via the As...
Download Topcon Data from Topcon 210/310 (Coordinate and Measurement
Files)
1) Turn on your instrument.
2) Start MicroSurvey (MS-CAD 2001 or MSX) and select the appropriate
file name to open (new or existing).
3) Use the MicroSurvey Pull-down Menu a...
The linetype routine is based upon the length of each straight line
segment or circular curved segment. A smoothed contour is a polyline
with a continually changing radius and the segments are all very
short. The linetype does not display correctly due to...
We have a very detailed Help file built in that defines all the
MicroSurvey Commands. This help file has several tutorials built in as
well. We have also supplied you with many movies under the Help menu
to show you what the program looks like and how som...
October 20, 2002
Automated line drawing using Z-Coding option
In the example diagram below we have both Z and X codes in use to draw
lines and curves.
The diagram shows a road that transitions from a straight line into a
curve then stops. Then a sec...
AutoMap can use your descriptions to place predefined symbols
automatically. (ie. "TREED" may be a deciduous tree and AutoMap will
insert a predefined tree symbol for you when you use this code and
place it on a predefined layer, color, etc. for you.) Use...
When coding in the field, you may use many codes that are similar.
Rather than setting every code up individually you can in many cases
set up only one code in AutoMAP and have all your similar descriptions
be treated the same.
An example of this might ...
Click Here for an Introduction to Automap
[http://www.microsurvey.com/helpdesk2/index.php?/default_import/Knowledgebase/Article/View/655/0/mapscenes-using-the-automap-library]
The biggest thing that people tend to assume incorrectly is that you
can draw a Cul-de-sac just anywhere you want in a drawing as long as
you have a line to base the center on. This is not the case.
You actually require a street to be defined using the...
The stored format of data on the SDR33 can be configured in 2 ways.
The NUMERIC (4) format is the original SDR20 data format and is the
default SDR33 configuration. With the Numeric (4) format specified,
the user can only enter numeric point numbers in ...
SYMPTOMS
We've had some reports of drawings saved in MSCAD 2015 crashing
AutoCAD while AutoCAD is attempting to load the drawing. These
symptoms also apply to embeddedCAD and Civil 3D. Error messages
reported include:
* FATAL ERROR: Unhandled c0000417...
Your drawings will appear more professional and complete with the
addition of details like trees and hedge lines. Using MapScenes PRO,
go under the MapScenes Menu to -> Custom Line -> Tree/Hedge Border.
Using MapScenes 2006, go under the MsLabeling -> Add...
A HIGH PERCENTAGE OF MY TECHNICAL SUPPORT PHONE CALLS HAVE TO DO WITH
THE TOPIC OF 2 DIMENSIONAL VS. 3 DIMENSIONAL LINEWORK. Many clients do
not realize that they are drawing 3D linework when in fact all they
want is 2D linework. How do we know when we ar...
Question: In MS CAD 2002, when I have my drawing rotated on screen
using the Surveyors View command, how can I then insert a border and
title block that I have as a part on my hard drive, and make it so
that it is horizontal on screen (matching my drawing...
This Tech Note describes options for defining and using custom-made
LINETYPES within MicroSurvey products.
Linetype definitions are stored in an ASCII format file using the .LIN
extension. This is the same format that AutoCAD‚ uses, allowing you
to use ...
Why is the drawing scale so important?
How does the drawing scale affect my text sizes and symbol sizes?
How do I know what value to use for the drawing scale?
How can I get consistency between the different scenes I have to
prepare?
How do I figure out t...
I have had a few customers call with problems relating to Labelling
Contours. The problem is not the labelling command but it has to do
with the contours and whether or not they have been smoothed.
If you decide to smooth your contours to make them look...
While this command still exists in the current version of MicroSurvey
CAD and inCAD, we suggest you use the tools found in the Active
Coordinate Editor. The Active Coordinate editor does everyting the
Graphic Coordinate Editor does plus much more.
One o...
In today's world we use alignments for everything from centerlines of
roads to ditches, and the format that the Station Labels must be in is
varies from State to State, Country to Country and from type of job to
type of job.
To give you as much flexibil...
In the last while, it has come to my attention that some people are
losing their Modelling databases because of a misconception about
whether or not they have been saved correctly.
If you manually pick the command to allow you to save the surfaces
then ...
To finish off a drawing you require a Title Block to be placed around
your job. There are several different ways that you can accomplish
this. Below are some of the different methods to get a Title Block in
your drawing.
1)We supply you with a command c...
1)‚ MAPPING GRID
If all you need to do is draw a grid on top of your drawing as a
visual reference then this command will do just that for you. The Grid
can be drawn to look like little plus signs or full Grid lines across
the entire job. You can label ...
We have had several requests from customers to develop a standardized
method of downloading data from the Husky F/S 2 equipped with TDS
Survey Pro (Version 4.4.08).‚ The following pages give a detailed
set of instructions to accomplish this task.
1) Tur...
We have had several requests from customers to develop a standardized
method of uploading data to the Husky F/S 2 equipped with TDS Survey
Pro (Version 4.4.08).‚ The following pages give a detailed set of
instructions to accomplish this task.
1) Turn on...
If you have drawn your linework in full 3D, meaning you have
elevations assigned to the ends of the lines, then the 2 lines
probably do not intersect so the trim command will not work. The lines
must both be drawn at the same elevations. Please see our te...
The Earthwork Volume Tutorial was designed to show you the major
steps, and give you a few options, to calculate volumes. This tutorial
can be found either in the HELP menu under MicroSurvey Tutorials, or
in our Getting Started manual. You do not have to ...
We called this "Multiple Perpendicular Ties" and it is found under the
MicroSurvey menu -> Ties/Leaders/Symbols.
Files sent via email through the internet and copied from a CD can be
automatically set to Read Only. If so, then we can not save any
changes back to the file. You need to go and turn the Read Only option
off by using Windows Explorer.
Yes we can. The Mapping Grid command can draw either a full grid over
your job or a grid of little ticks over the job. This command is
available under the MicroSurvey menu down to Drawing Utilities. This
grid does get plotted out, with the diagram, to pap...
WHEN I FOLLOW THE STEPS IN THE EARTHWORK VOLUME TUTORIAL TO CALCULATE
VOLUMES WITH MY OWN DATA, I FIND THAT THE ANSWER IS NOT EVEN CLOSE TO
WHAT I KNOW IT SHOULD BE. WHY?
Several things can cause bad results.
First, check your data to ensure nothing h...
Layers are found in the CAD program and are used to assist you in
controlling the various types of information in the drawing. It allows
you to control the colour of the objects, the line type of the
objects, and most importantly the visibility of the obj...
ESEL, is a command that few even know exists. What is ESEL? ESEL is a
command that Erases SELected items from the drawing. You pick on a
specific item, such as a polyline, and the command will automatically
erase ALL polylines on the same layer that the s...
MAY 29, 2003
AUTOCAD R 14 VERSION
This update synchronizes MicroSurvey inCAD with the MicroSurvey CAD
product. It contains a number of corrections and fixes that cover
different areas of the program. It is also a critical update if you
are using FieldG...
JULY 28, 2004
This service pack has significant product improvements and added
stability. A copy of MicroSurvey inCAD for AutoCAD R14 through R2005
must already be installed prior to installing this service pack
update. Choose your version of AutoCAD & i...
JUNE 15, 2006
MicroSurvey inCAD for AutoCAD R2006
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MicroSurvey inCAD for AutoCAD R2005
No Movies (52MB)
[http://downloads.microsurvey.com/incad/...
JUNE 15, 2006
MicroSurvey inCAD for AutoCAD R2006
With Movies (260MB)
[http://downloads.microsurvey.com/incad/inCAD2006/movies/inCAD2006forAutoCAD2006.exe]
MicroSurvey inCAD for AutoCAD R2005
With Movies (260MB)
[http://downloads.microsurvey.com/in...
JULY 28, 2004
This is the full installation files for MicroSurvey inCAD 2004 for
AutoCAD. This will install everything you need except for the training
movies. A copy of AutoCAD R14 through R2005 must already be installed
prior to installing MicroSurvey ...
JULY 28, 2004
This is the full installation files for MicroSurvey inCAD 2004. This
will install everything you need including movies. A copy of AutoCAD
R14 through R2005 must already be installed prior to installing
MicroSurvey inCAD 2004. Choose your ve...
ADDING ATTRIBUTES TO YOUR CUSTOM SYMBOLS OR PARTS
In some cases, it would be nice to have text automatically placed with
your symbols, but have the ability to enter the correct and different
text for each symbol. So how is this done, you ask?
The abil...
1) Turn on your instrument.
2) Start MicroSurvey (MS-CAD 2001 or MSX) and select the appropriate
file name to open (new or existing).
3) Write the data collector file. Use the MicroSurvey Pulldown Menu as
shown below:
4) The Program will now open th...
Q) When I extract points to a surface I sometimes get little red
circles on every point I select. Where are they coming from? How did I
get these?
A) The order of operation that causes the red circle problem is this:
Step 1) Extract a set of points to...
What may have happened is that you have inadvertently moved an object
to a location that is a very long way from your main drawing. The
distance has cause the drawing to appear very small, so small that it
appears as a dot in one corner of the screen. The...
We can now read the Softdesk Point blocks found inside of AutoCAD DWG
and DXF files. Simply open the DWG or DXF file via the MicroSurvey
Project Manager, and then go to the MicroSurvey Menu -> Other Program
Ties -> LDD / Softdesk / DCA Points -> Import Po...
ALBERTA LAND SURVEYOR NEWS MAGAZINE
MARCH 2000, VOL 29-1, PAGE 41.
DIGITAL SUBMISSIONS AND MICROSURVEY It has been a year since my last
article in the Alberta Land Surveyor News and during this time
MicroSurvey has been a very busy company. To k...
If you find that the MsModelling and MsDesign menus are missing after you have opened a drawing in INCAD:MsModeling and MsDesign require a premium license before they are available.‚ If you are expecting to find these two menus, you may have failed to or...
QuestionWhen I run MicroSurvey inCAD 2010 SP1 (v10.1.1) or newer, there is a delay when the Project Manager appears before I can use the Open and New buttons. What's up with that?AnswerWhen MicroSurvey inCAD 2010 was initially released, we turned off the...
Have you ever had an ASCII file that contained header or footer lines, or contains lines of data that you do not want to import or has lines part way through the file that are comments, and it simply can't be brought into the program without removing and ...
This patch fixes a bug where the Alignment Labeling options were not accesible at the command line.‚ Example, typing "E" or "Exising" would not execute anything.This patch is available for all version of AutoCAD from 14.01 to R2006.Au...
In your System Toggles (Toggles button at the top of the working drawing) there is a new toggle, 5th down on the left "List East, North Format". Be sure to pick this and then create the coordinate listing. Turning it off again reverts back to No...
Did you know that there are a few differences between polylines drawn in 2D and polylines drawn in 3D? To start with the command to draw each type of polyline is different.The command POLYLINE will allow you to draw a 2D polyline where the command POLY3D ...
When working in our programs, we recommend that you do not try and save or saveas, directly to a floppy disk or CD. With Floppy disks you have a shortage of space. A floppy disk can only hold 1.44 Mb of data. You might think that most small jobs would fit...
You have 2 ways to accomplish this. The first is our older method using the Graphical Editor command. It allows you to select a group of points based upon many different selection methods. You can grab points based upon their description, elevation range,...
Q. I am running a Least Squares Adjustment (LSA) with MicroSurvey 2002 (CAD or Express). Everything appears to be computing but when I view the results, nothing has changed. All the observations have residuals of 0 and the coordinates of every point are u...
At MicroSurvey we are doing a lot to ensure the integrity of your drawing and database. In doing so we check every drawing by default to see if the points and lines in the drawing match what we know in the database. If a point is shown in the database but...
When learning a new program such as MSCAD, there are always many ways to get a task done. The trick is to find the easiest and fasted way, that works for you. To draw lines between your survey points the easiest way is to type in the command COGO (or pick...
You can type %%D, %%P and %%C in the text command. Not all fonts will permit these characters. If you're using a true type font you can use the following: Press ALT key + 0176 for the degrees symbol. Press ALT key + 0177 for a plus / minus symbol.
Q) I need to create contours for the bottom of a lake. I already know how to do normal contours for most jobs but if the lake elevation is at zero elevation, how do I do the contours below zero? A) By default the MSCAD program does not extract any data be...
What you have found is a feature called CAD Lines and CAD Curves. With no command active, if you pick a line or a curve, we automatically display a dialogue box with all the data on the line or curve. You have options of doing calculations right from here...
I am an Alberta Land Surveyor and we now use digital submissions for our plans. To make this easier, I heard that you now have the ability to map layer names to new layer names and check the job later to make sure that everything is on the correct layer. ...
Did you know that there are a few differences between polylines drawn in 2D and polylines drawn in 3D? To start with the command to draw each type of polyline is different.The command POLYLINE will allow you to draw a 2D polyline where the command POLY3D ...
The 1100 series Total Stations from Leica, record data to a PCMCIA card. You do not have to use the download routine in any of the MicroSurvey programs, as the card (with the adapter) can be plugged into the computer and accessed just like any other drive...
Can not open existing drawings‚ with inCADProblem:I can not open any existing drawings‚ with inCAD.‚ The project manager appears, but when i select the drawing to open only see a message "nil" at the command line.‚ I can, however,‚ create new ...
MicroSurvey provides a selection of toolbars for use in inCAD 2010 or
newer.
If you have closed them and need to find them again, once you have a
drawing open go to:
Tools | Toolbars | inCAD and pick the toolbar you require from the
list that app...