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V.PR13.1.14.1
Model Management .............................................................................................. 1

1.1
User interface ............................................................................................... 2
1.2
Models in primtech ........................................................................................ 7
1.3
Clipboard functional area ...........................................................................10
1.4
Change functional area..............................................................................11
1.5
Server functional area................................................................................14
1.6
Part list functional area ..............................................................................16
1.7
Data functional area ..................................................................................17
1.8
Versions functional area ............................................................................19
1.9
Administration functional area....................................................................22
1.10 Tools functional area .................................................................................23
1.11 Data Transfer functional area ....................................................................24
1.12 Partial check-out of models ..........................................................................26
1.13 Copying models with references ..................................................................27
1.1
Folders in Checked In ..................................................................................31
enTis Symbol management .............................................................................32

2.1
User interface ..............................................................................................33
2.2
Application ...................................................................................................38
2.3
Replace PCL-Symbol / pr_replaceSymbol / .................................................43
2.4
Updating obsolete components / pr_UpdateEntisRevision / ........................43
2.5
User rights ...................................................................................................44
2.6
Configured call of symbol management / PR_SVK / ....................................45
2.7
Symbol Detailing ..........................................................................................45
2.8
View Symbols ..............................................................................................46
2.9
Info points ....................................................................................................46
2.10 Symbols with connection points ...................................................................48
2.11 Symbols with height scaling .........................................................................50
2.12 Symbols with staggered insertion height ......................................................51
Project Models ....................................................................................................53

3.1
Project symbols ...........................................................................................53
3.2
Project assemblies .......................................................................................53
3.3
Project modules ...........................................................................................53
3.4
Project details ..............................................................................................54
3.5
Creating a project model in the Model Manager ...........................................60
3.6
Inserting project models / pr_insertMMElement /.........................................61
3.7
Copying project models................................................................................62
3.8
Modifying a project model ............................................................................62
3.9
Deleting a Project Model ..............................................................................62
Field grid / PR_creategrid / .................................................................................63

4.1
Input parameters ..........................................................................................64
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4.3
4.4
Inserting a field grid......................................................................................65

Creating a shaded field grid .........................................................................65
Editing the field grid / pr_edit / ......................................................................65
Wire- and Tube- Connections ............................................................................66

5.1
Connection points ........................................................................................66
5.2
Connection components ..............................................................................66
5.3
Creating a wire connection / PR_VBDLG / ...................................................67
5.4
Wire parameters ..........................................................................................70
5.5
Creating a tube connection / PR_RM / .........................................................73
5.6
Undefined symbols ......................................................................................74
5.7
Multiple copying of a connection / PR_VBMCOPY / .....................................75
5.8
Editing functions for connections..................................................................76
5.9
Deleting a connection ..................................................................................77
5.10 Connections in the parts list .........................................................................78
5.11 Converting wire / tube to solid / pr_tosolid / ..................................................78
5.12 Chains .........................................................................................................79
Converting wire / tube ........................................................................................80

6.1
Convert PrimTech objects to solid ................................................................80
Temporary auxiliary reference ...........................................................................81

7.1
Insertion a temporary auxiliary references /Pr_TempXref/............................81
7.2
Showing / hiding temporary auxiliary references / Pr_TempXrefShow / .......82
7.3
Deleting temporary auxiliary references .......................................................82
Freeze/Thaw / pr_layer /......................................................................................83
Open a Referenced Model

/ pr_openrefmodel /.......................................84
9.2
Open previous model / pr_openprevmodel /.................................................85
10 Primtech Fences / PR_Fence / ...........................................................................86

10.1 Creating a fence ..........................................................................................86
10.2 Editing fence components ............................................................................86
10.3 Fences in the parts list .................................................................................90
10.4 Trim, Extend, Break .....................................................................................90
11 Road.....................................................................................................................91
11.1 Generating a road ........................................................................................91
11.2 Editing a road...............................................................................................92
11.3 Identification of the access height ................................................................97
11.4 Roads in the parts list ................................................................................100
11.5 Layer assignment.......................................................................................100
12 Cable duct .........................................................................................................101
12.1 Segmented cable duct ...............................................................................101
12.2 Cast cable duct ..........................................................................................103
12.3 Editing a cable duct....................................................................................104
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12.5
12.6
Editing functions for cast ducts...................................................................107

Cable ducts in the parts list ........................................................................110
Layer assignment.......................................................................................112
13 3D steel section library .....................................................................................113

13.1 Inserting the section ...................................................................................114
13.2 Orientation .................................................................................................114
14 High-voltage cables ..........................................................................................115
14.1 Create a high-voltage cable /pr_cable/ .......................................................115
14.2 Determine cable length /pr_cablelength/ ....................................................117
15 Scaling blocks and X-Refs /pr_ScaleBlk/ ........................................................119
15.1 Scaling from - to .........................................................................................120
15.2 Relative scaling ..........................................................................................121
15.3 Absolute scaling .........................................................................................122
15.4 Absolute-compl scaling ..............................................................................123
15.5 Transfer scaling .........................................................................................124
16 Moving, Copying, Stretching in Direction ....................................................125
16.1 The command sequence............................................................................125
16.2 Enter translation .........................................................................................126
16.3 Defining the selection set ...........................................................................127
17 Inserting coordinates as text ...........................................................................128
17.1 Parameters ................................................................................................128
18 primtech layer info ............................................................................................129
19 Symbol Construction Layer .............................................................................131
20 Parametric Equipment Foundation Modeling .................................................133
20.1 Create equipment foundation / pr_createEquipmentFoundation / ..............133
20.2 BOM extension of the foundation ...............................................................135
20.3 Pier Foundation / pr_createPierFoundation / ..............................................139
21 Earth Cable Network .........................................................................................140
21.1 Introduction ................................................................................................140
21.2 Network system .........................................................................................141
21.3 Earthing layers ...........................................................................................142
21.4 Erthing in model management ...................................................................143
21.5 Copying earthing networks from other stations ..........................................154
21.6 Creating an earthing network .....................................................................155
21.7 Creating an earthing plan ...........................................................................161
21.8 Part list evaluation for the earth cable network ...........................................164
22 Lightning protection calculation ......................................................................165
22.1 Parameters ................................................................................................165
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22.3
22.4
Input specific to Rolling Sphere Method .....................................................167

Input specific to VDE 0101 Method ............................................................168
how to fix problems in displaying protection volumes .................................170
23 Clearance Calculation.......................................................................................175
23.1 Procedure for clearance calculation ...........................................................175
23.2 Phase checker ...........................................................................................176
23.3 Clearance calculation .................................................................................180
23.4 Clearances settings ...................................................................................183
24 Integration of AutoCAD Architecture / MEP ....................................................185
24.1 Load styles / pr_styleload / .........................................................................185
25 Single line diagram ...........................................................................................187
25.1 Circuit symbols / branches in enTis ............................................................187
25.2 Circuit symbols ..........................................................................................188
25.3 Branches ...................................................................................................191
25.4 Switching between RCN and RFC, and showing the customer resource code
.................................................................................................................191
26 Creating drawings.............................................................................................192
26.1 Structure of a primtech drawing .................................................................192
26.2 Drawing containers ....................................................................................193
26.3 Title blocks and drawing frames in the model management .......................195
26.4 Creating a drawing derivative / pr_createlayout / .......................................202
26.5 Bay section / pr_gridclip / ...........................................................................215
26.6 Harmonizing layers in viewports / pr_layharm / ..........................................216
26.7 Position number handles in section views ..................................................217
27 Sheet Lists.........................................................................................................218
27.1 Sheet Lists in the Model Manager ..............................................................218
27.2 Tasks for Sheet Lists .................................................................................220
28 Typical configurations for labels /pr_label/ .....................................................223
29 primtech plotting...............................................................................................224
29.1 Output type ................................................................................................224
29.2 Layouts ......................................................................................................225
29.3 Plot scale ...................................................................................................225
29.4 Plot stylus table ..........................................................................................225
29.5 Plotting.......................................................................................................225
29.6 Copies .......................................................................................................226
29.7 Plot options ................................................................................................227
29.8 Options ......................................................................................................228
29.9 Setting primtech plot variables / pr_setplotvars / ........................................230
30 Parts lists / position numbers ..........................................................................231
30.1 Creating a parts list ....................................................................................231
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30.3
30.4
30.5
30.6
30.7
30.8
Quantity parts list .......................................................................................233

Position parts list ........................................................................................233
Parts list manager ......................................................................................235
Position number assignment in AutoCAD ..................................................242
Position number table / pr_inserttable / ......................................................249
Create Usage List / pr_usagelist / ..............................................................251
Transaction behavior of the parts list managers .........................................252
31 Highlighting Objects .........................................................................................253

31.1 Highlight color for undefined objects ..........................................................253
31.2 Display of superimposed objects................................................................253
31.3 Option Ignore positions numbers .............................................................254
32 Line Types .........................................................................................................255
32.1 Pre-defined primtech Line Types ...............................................................255
32.2 System Variables in AutoCAD....................................................................256
33 3D Export into native AutoCAD format / pr_export / ......................................257
34 2D Export ...........................................................................................................258
34.1 Carry out 2D export / pr_2DExport / ...........................................................258
34.2 Restrictions on 2D export ...........................................................................259
34.3 File name creation with 2D-export ..............................................................259
35 Replication ........................................................................................................261
35.1 Replication generally ..................................................................................261
35.2 Replication in primtech ...............................................................................262
35.3 Working with complete stations ..................................................................266
36 Job server..........................................................................................................271
36.1 Job server basics .......................................................................................271
36.2 The Job Manager .......................................................................................272
36.3 Job Plotting..............................................................................................274
36.4 File name creation when plotting and for 2D-export ...................................275
36.5 Job 2D Export ..........................................................................................276
36.6 Job 3D Export ..........................................................................................278
36.7 Deleting local data .....................................................................................278
37 primtech command reference ..........................................................................279
38 Primtech Layer Usage ......................................................................................284
39 Colors, line thicknesses ...................................................................................290
40 Disclaimer..........................................................................................................292
40.1 Calculations ...............................................................................................292
40.2 Symbols .....................................................................................................292
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41 Software License Agreement ...........................................................................293

42 Index ..................................................................................................................303
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Model Management
The primtech Model Management provides the user with an overview of all projects
created with primtech. All functions concerning storing, searching for, and editing
models are performed via the Model Management.
All models created with primtech are stored in a publicly accessible area on the
network (public folder). That way, all users can access the data. To edit a file, a user
copies it from this generally accessible location to a working location of his or her own
(private folder). Only when the processing is completed will this file be copied back into
the public area.
Project management is necessary to prevent two users from working on the same file
simultaneously. These are just some of the tasks performed by the primtech Model
Management.
Model Management
1.1
User interface
In the following the user interface for model management, together with the individual
functional areas, are shown.
Model Management
1.1.1 Tree and folder structure

All project s are stored in a hierarchical tree structure. That is why the tree structure
contains:
Private folders
Public folders
1.1.1.1
Private folders
The Private Folders node denotes the area where the user holds his data necessary
for processing. This folder may be on the local hard disk or on a connected network
drive.
Checked out
The Checked Out folder is a sub-folder in the users private folder.
The Checked Out folder denotes the local area in which projects are edited that are
checked out in processing, have been retrieved for viewing or are newly created.
1.1.1.2
Public folder
The Public Folder denotes the area where all projects are stored for public access.
Model Management
1.1.1.3
Checked in
The Checked In folder provides a view of all models created in the company. All
models in Checked In are stored on the central server. For processing, the model
data must be checked out or, for viewing, be retrieved at least.
The Checked In folder contains sub-folders to facilitate structuring. These are
explained in greater detail in the following.
All folder
The All sub-folder provides a view of all the stations checked in at the location, apart
from Deleted stations.
Normal stations folder

The Normal stations sub-folder provides a view of all the stations checked in at the
location which have the value Normal in the Character complete station attribute.
Templates folder
The Templates sub-folder provides a view of all the stations checked in at the location
which have activated the Template property value.
Research and Development folder

The Research and Development sub-folder provides a view of all the stations
checked in at the location which have the value Research and Development in the
Character complete station attribute.
Released folder
The Released sub-folder provides a view of all the stations checked in at the location
which have the Released status.
Deleted folder
The Deleted sub-folder provides a view of all deleted stations.
Other folders
Other folders with specific views can be created to customer requirements.
Model Management
1.1.1.4
Global DB
The Global DB folder provides a view of all globally published models. All models in
Global DB are stored on the central server and can only be edited after they have
been checked out. For viewing, the station must at least be retrieved.
Globally published models are available at all locations after a replication and can
therefore be edited by users at different locations.
1.1.1.5
Archive database
The Archive folder is a separate database, independent of the Global DB.

Models that do not currently need to be accessed can be moved to this database.
Dealing with Checked In will consequently be faster and more transparent.
Models from the archive can be returned to Checked In at any time.
1.1.2 List view

If a model has been selected in the tree structure, the child models, documents, and
drawings will be listed in the list view. Icons identify the models, drawings, and
documents.
The list positions can be sorted in ascending or descending order by clicking on the
column header.
If one of the list elements is selected, a preview and information such as station name,
user, status, and date of creation are shown on the information bar.
1.1.3 Information bar

The information bar provides compact information about models. The information
always refers to the element selected in the list view.
1.1.4 Properties list

The properties list shows detailed attributes of the selected model.
Values of attributes that can be edited are displayed with a special symbol.
Rows without this symbol inherit their value from the higher-level model or form the
value from different property values (e.g. match code).
Model Management
1.1.5 Details
Status information for the model is displayed in this area.
The displayed attributes include information regarding editing status, the creator, the
current user and also model-related date entries.
1.1.6 Function and menu area

The function and menu area provides all the functions for model management.
The functions can mostly also be called up via context menus.
1.1.7 expand all in context-menu

On folders or models, the function expand all is available through the context menu in
the Model Manager. All folders and models that are below the selected node in the tree
wil be expanded, including their sub-nodes.
This function can be applied to the Checked Out, Checked In, as well as in the Global
and Archive-Containers.
On the Root nodes (i.e. Checked In or Checked Out etc.) the expand all function is
not available.
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1.2
Models in primtech
The files for a project are divided into
Structural models and
Project models
1.2.1 Structural models

Are station models which are arranged hierarchically below the complete station.
There is a 1:1 relationship between the structural models.
Complete station
The complete station is always the uppermost element in a model hierarchy and thus
the uppermost node of a station. The complete station should not contain any
geometric objects; thus no AutoCAD files should be stored here. A complete station
can also be understood as a project, with regard to contents.
Part station
The part station is either a child of a complete station or child of another part station. It
cannot be a child of a GIS station or bay.
GIS station
The GIS station is either a child of a complete station, child of a part station, or child of
another GIS station. It cannot be positioned below bays.
Bay
A bay is a logical unit and represents a switching function within the station. A bay is
either a child of a complete station, of a part station, or of a GIS station. It cannot be
the child of another bay.
Site map
A site map is always the direct child of a complete station.
The complete station can contain a maximum of one site map.
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Cadastre plan
A cadastre plan is always the direct child of a complete station.
The complete station can contain a maximum of one cadastre plan.
Parts list manager

The parts list manager is a child model of the complete station.
There is only one parts list manager in the complete station.
1.2.2 Project models

In a folder structure, project models are stored in parallel with the structural model.
With the exception of the earthing folder, other folders or, directly, project models can
be stored under this folder.
Folders and sub-folders can be renamed.
A project model can have 1-n insertions into other project models or structural models.
Project symbols, Project assemblies and Project modules

This modelltypes are descriped in a separate chapter.
Earthing
All the models for the earth cable network are managed in this folder. A more detailed
description can be found in a separate chapter.
Drawing containers
The drawing container provides a facility for deriving drawings which is independent of
the model.
The drawing derivative in the drawing container can be created or edited in parallel with
the model.
A drawing container is created in the tree below the Drawing containers folder. More
than one drawing container and drawing container folder can be created.
The drawing container can hold a model reference and several drawing derivatives.
The drawing container itself cannot be referenced.
No editing permissions for the referenced model reference are necessary to create
drawing derivatives in drawing containers.
A drawing derivative is shown in the List view for model management as a sheet.
Model Management
1.2.3 Model hierarchies

The first level of a station hierarchy is always the complete station. All other models
can only be defined below the complete station, i.e. the child model of a complete
station. The hierarchy, i.e. the parent-child relation between models, is displayed as a
tree structure in the model view.
Hierarchies are distinguished according to:
Loose model hierarchy
Referenced model hierarchy
1.2.3.1
Loose model hierarchy
In the Model Management the complete structure of a station can be created in

advance by creating models as children of existing models. However, until models
created in this way are inserted into each other as an AutoCAD file, the models will not
have any reference link between them. This is termed a loose hierarchy.
1.2.3.2
Referenced model hierarchy
A referenced model hierarchy results from incorporating models within AutoCAD into
a parent model as an External Reference (XRef), e.g. using the Insert field/part
station or Insert project symbol command, i.e. the geometries within AutoCAD
depend directly on one another.
Models with referenced model hierarchy are identified by an arrow pointing to top left
in the model symbol.
Model Management
1.3
Clipboard functional area
1.3.1 Copy, Paste copying a model

Tab card:
Start > Copy
Context menu:
Copy
Tab card:
Start > Paste
Context menu:
Insert
Models can be copied using the Copy and Paste command combination. The copied
models can be pasted into the same complete station or a different one. When copying
folders, the copying is performed recursively.
Copying can also be carried out with Drag & Drop.
Note: Pasting of copied drawing containers into other complete stations is not possible.
1.3.2 Cut, Paste moving a model

Tab card:
Start > Cut
Context menu:
Cut
Tab card:
Start > Paste
Context menu:
Insert
Models can be moved within a complete station using the Cut and Paste command
combination. When moving folders, the moving is performed recursively.
Moving can also be carried out with Drag & Drop with the shift key held down.
Note: Part stations, GIS stations or fields cannot be moved.
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1.4
Change functional area
1.4.1 Creating a new model

Tab card:
Start > New
Context menu:
New
To create a model, the higher level insertion position must be selected via the tree
structure (complete station, part station, Modules folder, etc.). When the New menu is
called up, all the model types are shown in a sub-menu. The model type to be created
must be selected.
Impermissible model types are greyed out.
New models can only be created locally in the Checked-out area.
Authorization rights are required to create new models.
1.4.2 Opening a model

Tab card:
Start > Open
Context menu:
Open
To open a model, the corresponding model must be selected from the tree and the
Open function called. Models can only be opened if all the models of the station are
locally available.
On opening the selected model, the associated model file is loaded into AutoCAD. The
Model Management remains open in the background.
Note: primtech uses the so-named Single Document Mode, i.e. when a model is
opened, any currently opened file is closed.
1.4.3 Closing a model

Tab card:
Start > Close
Context menu:
Close
The model currently opened in AutoCAD will be closed.

This function is only active if the currently opened model is selected in the tree.
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1.4.4 Deleting
Tab card:
Start > Delete
Context menu:
Delete
Individual models or entire projects can be deleted with the Delete command.
Referenced models cannot be deleted. To delete, the reference link must first be
removed.
1.4.4.1
Deleting in Checked Out
When deleting checked out models, only those models that are defined below the
checked out model can be deleted.
Deleting modules and project symbols

The deletion of modules and project symbols is only possible in the Checked out
status. These can only be deleted if they are not being used in a model.
Deleting folders
Sub-folders may only be deleted if they are empty. The predefined folders below the
complete station may neither be deleted nor moved.
1.4.4.2
Deleting in Checked In
The Delete command can only be applied to fully editable projects here. Deletion of
individual models is not possible.
On deletion, the project is moved to the Deleted sub-folder. Irrevocable deletion is
only possible with Administrator permissions (Delete (Admin)).
1.4.4.3
Deleting in the Global DB and Archive database
Deletion of projects from the Global DB and Archive database public folders is not
possible. The projects must first be retrieved from the database and can then be
deleted in Checked In.
1.4.5 Undelete
Tab card:
Start > Undelete
Models can be retrieved from the Deleted folder with this function.
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1.4.6 Replace with

Tab card:
Start > Replace with
Context menu:
Replace with
Project-specific components can be replaced manually by using the Replace with...

command. On replacement, the model data being replaced will be deleted and the
references redirected. Replace with... thus corresponds to merging.
1.4.7 Convert models to

Tab card:
Start > Convert to
Context menu:
Convert to
With the Convert to command, part stations (convertible to field) or fields (convertible
to part station or module) can be converted into other model types.
On conversion, the matchcode Converted from is placed in front of the converted
model.
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1.5
Server functional area
1.5.1 Retrieve
Tab card:
Start > Retrieve
Context menu:
Retrieve
With the Retrieve command, model data can be retrieved from the public folder for
viewing. Retrieved models can be opened as read-only.
The Retrieve command can be called from any point of the model hierarchy in the
public folder. This moves a copy of the entire project into the private folder. The model
in the public folder is not changed. Other users still have access to the model data in
the public folder.
1.5.2 Check-out
Tab card:
Start > Check Out
Context menu:
Checkout
With the Check Out command, editable model data can be checked out from the
public folder for editing.
Check-out copies the higher-level complete station into the private folder of the user
with all data. Check-out sets the status of the station to in process for the station
sections in question. The checked out project is then reserved for the user currently
editing.
Station parts can also be checked out. In this case a Check Out affects only lower-level
model data. Referenced model data at the same hierarchical level are called up as
read-only with this Check Out.
1.5.3 Uncheckout
Tab card:
Start > Uncheckout
Context menu:
Uncheckout
With the Uncheckout command, Check Out procedures can be undone at a later
time.
The Uncheckout command deletes the model data from the users private folder and
makes the station available again in the public folder for editing. In the public folder, the
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model data are returned to the state before the Check Out, i.e. all changes after the
Check Out are discarded.
Note: If the Uncheckout command is applied to a partially checked-out model, the
local copy of the complete station will be deleted and a valid copy retrieved.
1.5.4 Check-in
Tab card:
Start > Check In
Context menu:
Check in
Model data can be checked in with the Check in command.

During Check-In the current data are moved to the public folder and made available for
further editing.
The dialog box includes the options:
Data remain checked out
Remove local copy
Local data write-protected
Note: Once a station has been checked in, it can be viewed by all primtech users. The
first time a station is checked in, its status changes from "New" to "Editable".
Data remain checked out

The Data remain checked out option performs a Check In followed by a Check Out
(update).
The model data are checked out for further editing (Status In Process).
Remove local copy

The Remove local copy option, which is only offered for the complete station,
performs a Check In followed by a Removal of the local copy.
The model data are made available centrally for further editing (Status Editable).
Local data write-protected

The Local data write-protected option can be selected when checking in a partially
checked-out station part. If this option is selected, the current state of the station part
will be checked in and the node set to read only status.
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The checked-in station part is made available centrally for further editing (Status
Editable).
1.5.5 Remove
Tab card:
Start > Remove
Context menu:
Remove
Retrieved or locally newly created model data can be removed from the users private
folder with the Remove command.
The project in the public folder will not be changed by this.
Note: Checked-out model data cannot be removed.
1.6
Part list functional area
1.6.1 Quantified BOM

Tab card:
Start > Quantified BOM
The creation of a quantified BOM is started.

The functionality of the quantified BOM is described in a separate chapter.
1.6.2 Itemized BOM

Tab card:
Start > Itemized BOM
The creation of an itemized BOM is started.

The functionality of the itemized BOM is described in a separate chapter.
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1.7
Data functional area
1.7.1 Search
Tab card:
Start > Search
The Search" dialog box is called up.
The containers to be searched can be specified, as well as one or more search criteria.
The logic of the search criteria is based on an AND condition. All search criteria must
conform with this.
The search is started with the Search button or the Enter key.
The search results are listed in the right hand half of the window. The last search
results obtained are displayed directly when a new search is called up.
View
The View function or a double click on the search result leads to the selected result
being highlighted in the Model Manager.
Copy
A copy of the element is prepared in order to be inserted into the Model Manager.
Retrieve
The selected element is retrieved
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Copy and paste station

A copy of the complete station is created in Checked Out. The complete substation which the selected element is a part of - is copied.
Archive
The Archive function is only for complete substations in the Checked In area and
active only for users with the respective rights.
1.7.2 Display of the search results

Substations displayed using the search function will remain visible in the search result
folder until primtech is closed.
1.7.3 Update
Tab card:
Start > Update
The complete display of the model management is updated.
1.7.4 Create job

Tab card:
Start > Create job
A job for the job server can be created using this.

The functionality of the job server is described in a separate chapter.
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Versions functional area
1.8
1.8.1 Status
Tab card:
Tools > Status
Context menu:
Status
With the Status functionality, it is possible to create a release for, and revisions of, a
model.
The Status functionality can only be applied to a complete station.
1.8.1.1
Functions for defining a new status
The status of a model can be changed with the following functions. Only those
functions that can be applied from the current status are available.
Preparation for release
Reject
Release
Make invalid
New revision
Make invalid
modifiable
Preparation for release
Make invalid
Reject
to check
New revision
Make invalid
released
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Generate new revision

Tab card:
Status > New
Context menu:
New
Using the New command, a new revision can be generated from a released model. A
copy of the released complete station is generated in Checked-In. The revision number
is increased by one.
1.8.1.2
Values of the Status attribute
The Status attribute can take various values.
New status
New status identifies that the model has never been checked in or opened.
New status applies until the model type is checked in for the first time.
Editable status
"Editable" status means that the selected model is available to the user in the public
folder and is not currently being edited by any user.
In process status
In process status indicates that the selected model has been checked out by a user
for editing.
Models identified with the In process status can be called for viewing.
Read-only status
For viewing (read-only) status indicates that the selected model has been retrieved.
The selected model cannot be edited.
Using the Retrieve command, the project is copied into the private folder of the user.
The user can then print out or view parts of the project. He does not have write
authorization and cannot make any changes to models. Unlike checking out, the model
is not blocked for other users in the public folder. A project can even be called from the
public folder by more than one user at once.
Note: The drawing is only up to date at the time it is called up. If the model is added to
by another user in the meantime, the data called for viewing are no longer necessarily
up to date.
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To check status
If a model is provided for approval, it is given to check (i.e. to be checked) status.
Models that are identified as to check can no longer be checked out for editing.
Models with "to check" status can be discarded or released.
Special case Reject: If a model is rejected as a result of checking, the model is given
Editable status. This way, the reviewer places the model back in the public folder.
Released status
A model is given "released" status if a reviewer has checked and approved the model.
Released status identifies a reviewed planning stage that cannot be edited further.
The models identified as released can therefore no longer be checked out for editing.
Released stations can be called for viewing or copied as a planning basis.
Obsolete status
Obsolete status identifies an obsolete planning stage that cannot be edited further.
Models identified as Obsolete cannot be checked out or retrieved. Obsolete stations
can be copied as a planning basis.
1.8.2 History
Tab card:
Tools > History
For models with revisions, all the models belonging to the version history are shown in
a dialog box.
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1.9
Administration functional area
1.9.1 Check-Out Results

Tab card:
Tools > Check-Out Results
Function is only available to administrators.

All stations that are shown in the results list for a search can be checked out with a
command call.
1.9.2 Check-In all

Tab card:
Tools > Check-In all

All stations that are shown in the results list for a search can be checked in with a
command call.
1.9.3 Uncheck-Out (Admin)

Tab card:
Tools > Uncheck-Out

With this function, a station which is completely or partially checked out can be set
back to Editable on the server. The models checked out for a user are not checked in
by this action; the status of the models on the server is merely set to Editable. All the
changes that a user has made to the checked-out models are lost.
1.9.4 Migrate Complete Plant (Admin)

Tab card:
Tools > Migrate Complete Plant

This function has been implemented for migration purposes. All checked-out complete
stations are opened and saved again.
1.9.5 Delete (Admin)

Tab card:
Tools > Delete (Admin)

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Projects in the public folder can only be deleted with the Delete (Admin) command.
The status of the projects is irrelevant in this case.
The Delete (Admin) command is only available to administrators.
Note: It is not permissible to check in models that have been deleted in the public
folder
1.9.6 Cancel sessions

Tab card:
Tools > Cancel sessions

In a very few cases it may occur that a user logs out from the system but a session
started by him continues to run on the server.
All running sessions are displayed with this function. A session can be selected and
terminated.
1.9.7 User Administration

Tab card:
Tools > User Administration

Starts the dialog box for user management.
1.10
Tools functional area
1.10.1 Create basic plant structure

Tab card:
Tools > Create plant structure
1.10.2 Check
Tab card:
Tools > Check
Function is only available to administrators and can only be executed if a complete

station is selected.
Opens all station models starting from the lowest level and executes the AutoCAD
command _.audit with the option Rectify errors found = Yes for 3 times. After this
the command _.purge with the option _All is executed.
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1.11
Data Transfer functional area
With this functionality, primtech stations can be exchanged between different primtech
installations. The station data from the Model Management and all necessary enTis
symbols are imported or exported.
Only AIS components are considered for Import/Export (enTis part family AIS).
Replacement of stations with import/export is only possible between primtech versions
with the same version number.
1.11.1 Export
Tab card:
Start > Export
The export function is offered as soon as a station model has been selected in the
checked-out folder. It does not matter whether a complete station, a part station or
another child model is selected for this.
When exporting, the entire complete station is exported.
A target directory in which the exported model data will be stored must be specified for
the export. For the exported station, the two subfolders enTis and primtech are
automatically created in the selected directory. The subfolders db and files are
created within these.
Notes: Use a separate Export directory for each station. Avoid storing several stations
in the same directory.
1.11.2 Import
Tab card:
Start > Import
Import is offered via the Model Management as soon as any station model is selected
in the checked-out folder. It does not matter whether a complete station, a part station
or another child model is selected for this.
When importing, the entire complete station is imported and stored as a new complete
station in the Checked Out folder.
A source directory in which the station data to be imported are stored must be specified
for the import.
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Importing the enTis symbols

All enTis symbols which are included in the station to be imported will be loaded into
the enTis database for the importing company/location. The imported enTis symbols
have the ID of the company that created the symbols in enTis (attribute Installation
ID).
These symbols can only be modified by the company that created them.
Repeated import of the same enTis symbols

If station models are exchanged between companies, enTis symbols of the station to
be imported may already be in the enTis database of the importing company. In such a
case, the version that already exists in the company is overwritten by the version from
the import file.
Where are the imported enTis data stored?

The enTis data are stored in the current enTis database of the user who performed the
import.
Notes: The import procedure can be tested as Engineer. An empty, local enTis
database should be set up for this before the import is carried out.
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1.12
Partial check-out of models
All model types can be partially checked out, i.e., independently of their higher-level
complete station.
Referenced project models are retrieved as read only during this Check Out (Status:
Read-only).
Folder structures for Checkin/out

A folder structure enables simultaneous editing by different users. The folders and subfolders created can be checked in and out, copied and moved separately. The
respective operation is applied recursively to lower-level model types and sub-folders.
1.12.1 Situation I:
A part station X1 is checked out by the user. This causes all models and data of the
complete station to be copied into the private folder of the user. The part station X1 and
all bays it contains are checked out (write access). The higher-level complete station Y
and all parallel part stations X2 are called ("read only").
1.12.2 Situation II:

A further user wants to check out part station X2 of the same complete station. This is
possible without any problem. A copy of the complete station is also created in the
users private folder. The part station X2 and all lower-level bays are checked out (write
access). Complete station Y and the parallel part station X1 are called as read only.
1.12.3 Situation III

A further user wants to check out the complete station in which part stations have
already been checked out by other users. Checking out is not possible because all the
lower-level models of the complete station would have to be checked out (write
access). However, the lower-level part stations X1 and X2 have already been checked
out by other users. The Model Management responds to this state with the message:
Check-out of the model not possible because lower-level models are already being
edited!
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1.13
Copying models with references
When station parts which include project-specific models (project symbols, project
assemblies ...) are being copied, the models referenced in the station part being copied
are also copied. The Copy reference object dialog box appears.
Information about the source file

Descriptive characteristics and a preview of the component currently being copied are
displayed in the Source File area.
Define target folder

To be able to store the modules to be copied in a folder structure, it is possible to
define the storage location.
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Mapping assignment for target folders

When an object is copied from a source folder to a target folder, primtech memorizes
the mapping assignment from source folder to target folder.
If an object now has to be copied from a source folder from which an object has
already been copied previously, the target folder will no longer be requested but rather
the target folder from the mapping assignment will be used automatically.
1.13.1 Option Use/create folders with the same name

When this function is activated, all reference objects will be stored in the new complete
station without asking for a target folder, i.e., the Copy dialog box appears only once, at
the start of a copying procedure.
1.13.1.1
Check for identical target folders
A check is made of the target folder as to whether an identical folder structure (main
and sub-folders must be named identically) already exists. This checks the naming of
the folders, which must be identical.
The following constraints are defined for the test for identity:
-
Leading and post-fixed spaces in folder names are
removed
-
Upper/lower case is not taken into account, i.e.,
everything is converted to upper case within the program.

If the folder structure already exists, the source objects are copied into the
corresponding target folder. If the folder or the folder structure does not exist yet, this
will be created automatically and used as the copy destination.
1.13.2 Option Do not copy referenced drawing containers

When this option is activated, drawing containers belonging to the copied models are
not copied with them. Otherwise, referenced drawing containers are copied as well.
This option is also active when no drawing container is present for the source model.
1.13.2.1
Without Use/create folders with the same name
If the copying procedure is being carried out manually, i.e., without the Use/create
folders with the same name option, it is possible to define for each model being copied
whether a referenced drawing container is to be copied or not.
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1.13.2.2
With Use/create folders with the same name
If the Do not copy referenced drawing containers option is used in combination with
Use/create folders with the same name, the setting for copying or not copying the
drawing containers is identical for all source models.
1.13.3 Option Do not show this mask again

If this option is activated, the Copy reference object dialog box will no longer be
shown. The Use/create folders with the same name option will always be used in this
case. The Do not copy drawing containers option will then never be active, that is,
referenced drawing containers will always be copied as well.
The Client-specific settings dialog box can be called up from Tools\Settings. in the
model management. The Permanently suppress reference object copying dialog box
option can be turned off again here. The dialog box for copying will then appear again.
1.13.4 Copying station parts with parts list information

Parts lists always contain unique position numbers that are assigned to components of
the same type. If models, e.g. a part station from complete station A and a part station
from complete station B, are inserted into a new complete station, you will end up with
identical components having different position numbers.
When copying the two part stations, the parts list positions are also copied. After
insertion into the new project, the parts list managers are synchronized with one
another. Using the unique identifiers of the components from enTis it is possible to
synchronize the two parts list managers completely with one another and automatically
merge them.
1.13.5 Copying into stations without parts list managers

If models containing item numbers are inserted into a complete station which as yet
includes no parts list manager, the following message appears:
Warning: The current project does not yet have a parts list manager.
Without parts list managers it is not possible to assign item numbers uniquely. In order
to be able to continue using already existing item number symbols in drawings,
primtech responds as follows:
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position numbers already defined are marked "0". If a parts list manager is created in
the project, these already deposited item number symbols will be used and filled with
the now-assigned item number.
1.13.5.1
Merging identical components
As a result of copying, it may occur that identical project-specific components (project

symbols, project assemblies, modules, earth components ...) appear more than once.
After each copying procedure, therefore, the added project-specific components are
compared with the existing components. If definitions are identical on the binary level,
they are merged.
Merging means that identical definitions are deleted and the existing references are
converted to the one remaining definition. The conversion of the references is called
aligning the references.
Binary identical
Binary comparison of definitions ensures that only really identical definitions are
deleted. If two DWGs are compared, which at first appearance are identical but have,
e.g., set a different zoom factor during saving, then these DWGs will be different by a
binary comparison and will not be merged.
1.13.6 Copying with checked-out/partially checked-out target folders

Automatic copying with partially checked-out folders is not possible. The user receives
a message and can then carry out the copying procedure manually.
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1.1 Folders in Checked In

Primtech plants are shown structured in folders in the CheckedIn.
In which folder a plant will be shown is depending on the value of the attribute
character. This value can be set at the plant properties.
1.1.1 Folder Templates

In the folder templates only plants are shown where the value Template is set. To set
the value you have to change the status by using the context menu. A special user
right is necessary.
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enTis Symbol management
enTis stands for entegra Teile Informations System (entegra Parts Information
System). It is a tool for using common parts in different applications. The basis for
using standard components, especially in CAD design, is the rapid availability of such
components.
The following points are essential for this:
Standard parts and the descriptive data and documents must be entered into the
component management system in an uncomplicated way.
Designers can find and insert standard or common parts quickly and reliably.
The inserted components contain information for further evaluation of the design in
costing and parts lists.
Components contain information about the dependencies on other components.
This permits interchanging of components. Constraints imposed by the adjacent
component are automatically checked and corrected.
Command: pr_sv
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2.1
User interface
2.1.1 Menu area

The menu area contains the menus:
Program
Insert
View
Tools
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2.1.2 Tree structure

The tree structure shows a hierarchical view of the information.
The tree structure has the main folders:
Part families
Smartviews
The two folders contain a different view of the data and can therefore be used for
navigation.
2.1.2.1
Part families
The main folder Part families contains the complete data.

A part family defines a combination of components which form a logical unit and which
can be described by the same characteristics.
The hierarchy in the part family tree structure means that the lower part families inherit
the attributes and structure of higher-level part families but also have additional
attributes and structures of their own.
To avoid chaotic naming of attributes, components, and lower-level part families, the
part family inherits the mandatory attributes of the higher-level part family.
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2.1.2.2
SmartViews folder
SmartViews provide an attribute-oriented view of the data in the database, irrespective

of its actual organizational structure.
2.1.3 Search
The table of the search function contains the columns Attribute and Value.
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2.1.4 Status bar

The status bar shows the current user, the current application profile and number of
records displayed. The status bar also enables the display of program instructions to
the user.
2.1.5 Component list

The component list shows a view of the selection in the tree structure or the result of
the current search. The columns can be individually defined for each folder of the tree.
Example: If "Part family A" is selected in the tree structure, the list contains the
columns A, B, and C, and for "Part family B" X, Y, and Z.
2.1.6 Preview
Shows a preview defined in each component. The file that is displayed is defined in the
configuration either specifically for a part family or for all part families. The preview can
contain a CAD drawing or files of another application.
2.1.7 Properties list

The properties list permits a detailed view of the element selected in the component list
or in the tree structure. The displayed attributes can diverge from those of the
component list.
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2.1.8 View types for component lists

A view type can be set for the component list. The view type can be set using the
button in the top right-hand corner of the component list.
The view types list and thumbnails are available.
enTis remembers the view type set for each part family node.
If the view type for a part family has been changed, the next time the same part family
is retrieved it will be displayed in the last-used view type.
View type - List

The components are shown in a list. A preview is displayed for the selected
component.
View type Thumbnails

The components are shown with thumbnails.
For each component there is a text displayed under the thumbnail.
Preview:
The size of the preview is permanently set and cannot be affected by the user.
Display text:
The symbol long name is displayed under each symbol as the display text. A maximum
of two lines are used for the text display. If these are not sufficient, the text is truncated
at the end of the second line.
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2.2
Application
enTis components can be included in various applications such as CAD and text
processing. For each application, it is necessary to adjust the insert routine.
2.2.1 Search
The search function can be adapted to the users individual requirements. The number
of search attributes is not limited. Empty search fields are ignored. The search
attributes are logically ANDed. The search function can be limited to the selected
elements of the tree structure.
The search attributes are entered in the appropriate data field.
The search can be executed via the Search button.
If no part family has been selected in the tree structure, the search is made through all
components. If a part family has been selected in the tree structure, the search is made
in the part family and its sub-part families. The value can be at any position in the
attribute. Upper and lower case are ignored.
Example: If Part is entered, the string Part will be searched for in the specified
attribute. It is irrelevant whether there are further characters before or after this
attribute. For example, the attribute value Part would find the value Part large and
Wearing part. The search will show the user both components in the component list
as the result.
2.2.2 Navigation in the part family tree structure

If a part family is selected, the component list shows all components of the selected
part family and its sub-part families. The properties list provides information about the
selected component.
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2.2.3 SmartViews
Normally, the data are organized hierarchically in some way, e.g. in folders, categories,
or part families, as in enTis.
Smartviews provide an attribute-oriented view of the data in the database, irrespective
of its actual organizational structure.
The data is also shown hierarchically but ordered by existing attributes and their
values.
When creating part families, parts for which several attribute definitions are identical
are grouped together. In a Smartview, all components whose attributes are identical
are grouped together.
Example:
Smartview M6 contains all M6 screws and washers and nut with the attribute M6.
These 3 components are each parts of different part families (screws, nuts, washers)
but are part of one Smartview. Smartviews are named after their attribute value in the
tree structure. The figure in parentheses after the name states the number of records
found.
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2.2.3.1
Predefined Smartviews
Predefined means that precisely one selected attribute is available at each level of the
tree structure and all values that occur in the data of that level can be selected.
Via the SmartView folder, an attribute search is run with permanently pre-set attribute
values.
The name of the subfolder only consists of the attribute value. Which attribute has
configured for a level should be obvious from the name of the SmartView.
2.2.4 Insert
enTis components can be inserted in different target applications.
This is different depending on whether enTis is controlled from the target application
(remote control) or whether enTis is running in the foreground with its user interface.
When the insert command is executed (via menu, context menu, toolbar, or double
click), the actions are performed. These actions are defined differently depending on
the target application and the component type.
2.2.4.1
Example
Inserting a model into AutoCAD as a block or external reference.

During the insert action, a preview of the component appears at the mouse pointer.
Determining the insertion point in an AutoCAD drawing:
Define the angle of rotation
Define the scaling
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2.2.5 Status
A component can have the following statuses:
new
Component has been newly created locally by the symbol engineer and has not
been checked in yet.
modifiable
Component is checked in on the server and not released; hence can still be
checked out and edited.
in processing
Component has been checked out locally by the symbol engineer and is being
edited.
to check
When the symbol engineer has finished editing a component, he sets it to to
check status. This is the signal to the Administrator that he must check and
release this component.
released
A released component can no longer be changed.
The first release of a component is assigned Revision Index 1.
With each later release of the component, the Revision Index is incremented by
1.
obsolete
When a released component is placed in revision, the formerly released
component is set to obsolete. When there are several obsolete versions of the
same component, the history is apparent from the Revision Index.
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2.2.6 Entis Clipboard

Any enTis components from the list-view (search result) can be added to the entis
clipboard per DragnDrop. The enTis components are displayed with icon and
matchcode.
All enTis commands can be executed on the enTis components in the clipboard e.g.
check-in/-out, edit, insert.
Using the context menu, individual enTis components can be removed from the list, or
the whole list emptied.
The context menu of the dialog title bar has the option "Always on top", which can be
activated. From then on, the clipboard dialog is shown above all other dialogs.
The enTis components in the clipboard are user-dependent. This means: after
restarting enTis, the enTis components pasted by the user in previous sessions will be
available as before.
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2.3
Replace PCL-Symbol / pr_replaceSymbol /
The command pr_replaceSymbol can replace a symbol that has been inserted into a
model with another symbol from entis.
If several identical PCL-symbols are present in a model, the user can opt to replace all
identical symbols.
PCL-symbols are made of the following component types:
PCL-Symbol
HUI-Symbol
PCL z-scaled
2.4
Updating obsolete components

/ pr_UpdateEntisRevision /
If a station has been created with enTis components and the enTis components have
later been updated in a new revision, the originally inserted and interim obsoleted enTis
components will continue to be present in the station.
Command: pr_UpdateEntisRevision
Select objects:
The pr_UpdateEntisRevision command checks whether there is a newer released
version of any of the enTis components inserted in the current file.
If this is the case, the obsolete version of the enTis component will be replaced by the
new, released one.
Comment: The symbol administrator can also replace obsolete components with the
latest version stored in enTis when this version is not released.
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2.5
User rights
enTis users are members of a user group, like the users of an operating system. Each
user group has rights. Each user has rights. The rights of the group and the user are
logically ORed: If the right is activated either for the group or for the user, the user will
have this right. It is not possible to withdraw a right from a user. However, the user can
be assigned to another group. If there is no link to user management, authorization
level User is used for the current user. enTis uses the following user rights.
2.5.1 User group administrators

A user with this right may:
Create components
Edit components
Release symbols
2.5.2 User group symbol engineer

Create components
Edit components
2.5.3 User group user

Search for components (in all folders)
Insert components
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2.6
Configured call of symbol management / PR_SVK /
With this command, you can assign values directly to the symbol management call for
the search for symbols. The dialog box of the symbol management then searches with
the passed values as it starts and displays the search result straight away.
Configured calls of individual groups of the symbol management are provided via
AutoCAD toolboxes.
2.7
Symbol Detailing
Elements from the symbol library can be displayed at various levels of detail.
Detailing of all symbols / pr_changedet /

The pr_changedet command can be used to set the level of detail for symbols that
have been inserted. Every symbol is then displayed at the selected detail level.
Symbols that are inserted thereafter will be displayed at the selected detail level.
Command: pr_changedet
Detailing in the drawing container

If the detail level is set while in a drawing container, then the value will be saved in the
model. This value will be retained the next time a drawing container is opened.
In a normal station model, the detail level will not be saved.
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2.8
View Symbols
The View function is available via the context menu of a selected symbol in enTis. The
AutoCAD file underlying the enTis symbol can be opened using this context menu.
This is independent of the status of the symbol i.e. also works for released symbols
and if the enTis file is located locally or on a server.
The function is only to display and therefore the opened file cannot be saved.
2.9
Info points
Via the info point, components can be included in a primtech model for which no
geometry exists. Info point geometry is positioned geometrically. The info point bears
information for the parts list information.
Info points are inserted from the symbol management using component type info
point. Info points can be inserted from any group in the symbol manager in which info
points are stored.
2.9.1 Edit info point / pr_edit /

Info points can be edited using the PR_EDIT command.
All attribute values stored in enTis are displayed in the info point. It is only possible to
edit the quantity entries.
Command: pr_edit
Select info point:
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All other information (features, values) is displayed but can only be edited via the parts
list manager.
2.9.2 Assigning an item number to the info point

Like other symbols, info points are assigned item number objects (material) by placing
an item number bubble in a drawing derivative.
2.9.3 Info point in the project symbol

Info points can also be inserted into project symbols. As a result of inserting the info
points, the project symbol becomes a project-specific assembly.
An item number can be assigned to the project symbol within the station.
Item numbers can be assigned in a drawing container to the info points within the
project symbol.
Both the info points and the project symbol can then be revised in the parts list
manager. It can, for example, be clearer to exclude the material in the project symbol
from the evaluation and only have the info points evaluated.
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2.10
Symbols with connection points
Connection points are inserted when symbols are included in the symbol management.
Connection points are assigned to a symbol and are evaluated for positioning symbols
in a drawing and for creating connections. The following types of connection points
exist:
Electrical connection point ConnectionType1
Electrical connection point ConnectionType2
Static connection point
Insertion point
2.10.1 Electrical connection points

Each symbol can have any number of electrical connection points.
Electrical connection points are used for simple positioning connections. They are
directly related to the electrical devices of the group "Electrical equipment" in the
symbol management. Electrical connection points are only attached to symbols of this
group.
Electrical equipment is assigned the Connection type1 and Connection type2 attributes
that define how an electrical device can be connected. Two connection types are
assigned to each electrical device but it can have 0-n connection points per connection
type.
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The diagram below shows a circuit-breaker with six electrical connection points for
each attribute ConnectionType1 and ConnectionType2.
Connection Type 1
Connection Type 2
Each electrical connection is saved together with a definition as to whether it is

connection type 1 or connection type 2. The connection type is dimensioned in the
symbol management on the electrical device. If connection type 1 is changed on the
electrical device, this value is automatically changed for all other electrical connection
points of connection type 1.
Connection points of connection type 1 are generated on layer KLAG_1 and
connection points of connection type 2 are generated on layer KLAG_2.
2.10.2 Static connection point

Each symbol can have any number of static connection points. Static connection points
are used for correct positioning of subsequent elements. Static connection points are
generated on the layer STATPUNKT.
2.10.3 Insertion point

Each symbol has precisely one insertion point. The insertion point is created on the
layer POSPOINT.
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2.11
Symbols with height scaling
Insertion of symbols with height scaling is a flexible way of dealing with supporting steel
structures.
Symbols with height scaling are inserted by means of the symbol management.
AIS component type Z-scaled
Insertion of symbols with height scaling differs from standard insertion of symbols.
Insertion point: (0,0,0)
Angle of rotation <0>: Return
Enter new height < 1000 >:
On value entry, the new value is set as the height. If 2 points are specified, the distance
described is used as the height. On confirmation with Return, the initial height (scaling
factor 1) is used.
If a symbol with height scaling is inserted, the Length attribute is appended to the
1000
symbol stored in the model management.
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2.12
Symbols with staggered insertion height
Symbols with staggered insertion heights belong to the electrical device group. They
are a subset of devices which are inserted at different heights depending on the
ambient conditions. The reference point on the device (insertion point) is the bottom
edge of the insulators.
The insertion height is calculated when the symbol is inserted in a model. The height of
lower edge of insulator (HUI) and the snow depth entered in the model properties is
decisive here.
Height of lower edge of insulator (HUI)

The value Height of lower edge of insulator (HUI) is specified in millimeters and is
Snow height
Height bottom
of insulator Height
allowance
Hoehenzuschlag
HUI
Snow height
Schneehoehe
Height bottom
of insulator
HUI
assigned to various model types in the Model Management.
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Minimum insertion height (HU)

For each complete station, a snow depth attribute is stored. A minimum insertion height
HU for snow depth 0cm is assigned to each voltage level in the database. When you
create a part station, a bay model, or other models, the HUI value is calculated from
snow depth + minimum insertion height (HU).
The user can overwrite this value individually in the model management. Changing the
HUI value has no affect on symbols already inserted.
Note: If no voltage level was stated in the Model Management, HUI will be set to 0 cm.
If no snow height was stated in the model management, a snow height 0 cm will be
used in the calculation.
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Project Models
3.1
Project symbols
Project symbols are a special type of component. They are created specifically for an
individual substation and are not available in the enTis. The term one-use symbol is
also frequently used.
In parts lists, project symbols are treated like enTis symbols and therefore receive their
own parts list item number. The project symbols must therefore be assigned to an
enTis group (parts family) so that they can be listed and evaluated under the respective
group in the parts list.
A project symbol can contain the following:
AutoCAD Geometry
enTis components
3.2
Project assemblies
Project assemblies are a set of frequently used combinations of individual parts. A

project assembly could be, for example, the assembly of a device comprising of
baseplate, steelwork and electrical components.
An assembly in itself is not itemized in the parts list since it is only a combination/group
that simplifies and structures the design work.
A project assembly can contain the following:
AutoCAD Geometry
enTis components
Project symbols
3.3
Project modules
Modules are a combination of frequently used sub-assemblies. A sub-assembly might

be, for example, a structure consisting of a center-break disconnector with a circuitbreaker and connected transformer. These three or other components can be saved as
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a module. A module represents a construction unit (assembly group) for the specific
complete substation. Cable connections can also be included here.
A project module in itself is not itemized in the parts list since it is only a
combination/group that simplifies and structures the design work
3.4
Project details
Project details, from now on referred to in short as details, in a substation model are for
the integration of small parts e.g. bolts and nuts in the form of fixation details or
earthing details
Project details illustrate where the small parts are located within a substation and their
quantification for the parts list are then defined:
3.4.1 Evaluation of details in the parts list

The small parts used in a detail are counted for each detail in the parts list. If a fixation
detail which entails a bolt, nut and washer is used 10 times in a substation, then there
will be 10 bolts, 10 nuts and 10 washers contained in the parts list. The actual number
of insertions of the detail itself will not be included in the parts list.
The behavior of a detail is therefore analog to that of an assembly or module.
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3.4.2 Detail objects in the Model Manager
3.4.2.1
Detail
A detail describes a group of small parts that are in their combination - used
repeatedly.
A detail is created in the model manager and managed individually for each project.
Only detail symbols and detail assemblies can be inserted into a detail.
Noteworthy is the detail feature Detail-Identifier. This is used, with the help of a detailbubble, to identify a detail in a substation drawing or assembly drawing. In a detail
drawing, it uniquely identifies the detail.
The user has to cater for the uniqueness of the Detail-Identifier within a project as this
will not be cross-checked by primtech.
3.4.2.2
Detail assembly
A detail assembly describes a subgroup of small parts in a detail which is can be used
repeatedly in a detail e.g. a detail assembly to illustrate a fixation composed of bolt, nut
and washer which is then inserted 4 times into a drawing containing a plate with 4
fixation holes.
3.4.2.3
Detail symbol
A detail symbol describes a small part e.g. a bolt and can only be inserted into a detail
or detail assembly.
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3.4.3 Using a detail in a substation model

A detail is inserted in a substation model through the pr_insertMMelement command.
Details are not displayed geometrically within a substation model but only in text form
through the Detail Identifier. The text is created in the HELP-Layer and will therefore
not be printed even if the layer is not turned off. Turning HELP-Layer on/off can be
done using the Freeze/Thaw function button.
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3.4.4 Drawings
3.4.4.1
Detail drawings
Position numbers can be allocated to detail symbols in the detail drawings. These
position numbers then identify the detail in the parts list.
Through the position number table, the label of the detail symbol can be output directly
on to the detail drawing.
Using the Detail-Identifier title block, the identifier of the detail - which is referenced in
the drawing container - can additionally be output to the drawing. If the Identifier
changes in the detail, then the drawing will be updated automatically when next
opened.
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3.4.4.2
Detail in a substation drawing
There is a detail bubble available for the labeling of details in a substation. The detail
bubble points to the position of the detail text which in turn is showing the location of
the detail. Detail bubbles are mostly used in assembly drawings.
3.4.4.3
Ploting of detail drawings
Since each detail has its own drawing in its own drawing container, the use of the detail
function leads to the presence of a large number of drawings containers. These can
easily and efficiently be printed using sheet lists.
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3.4.5 Copying and re-using details

Details can be very effectively implemented using templates.
Below are two examples thereof.
3.4.5.1
Copying details
Copying a detail from a template into the current project copies the detail along with all
detail assemblies, detail symbols as well as the detail drawings into the current project.
Detail symbols and detail assemblies which were already present in the current project
are then automatically merged.
Position numbers of the current project are adopted and the position number bubbles in
the detail drawing automatically updated.
3.4.5.2
Copying of assemblies
Copying an assembly from a template into the current project copies the assembly
along with all details, and therefore as above, all detail assemblies, detail symbols and
detail drawings. In this case, however, the assembly drawing comes additionally into
the current project.
Details which were already present in the current project are then automatically
merged.
Detail-Identifiers are adopted from the current project and in the detail bubbles of the
referenced assembly drawings automatically updated.
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3.5
Creating a project model in the Model Manager
A new project model can be created in the tree below the Symbol, Assembly or Module
folders using the context menu. Filling in the characteristics of the project model is
optional. The general geometry value of the model definition can be edited in AutoCAD.
3.5.1 Creating a project symbol from an inserted enTis-object

/ pr_converttoprojectsymbol /
An enTis component inserted into a model can be converted to a project symbol using
the / pr_converttoprojectsymbol / command. A project symbol is created out of the
chosen enTis object and immediately inserted into the former position of the enTis
object in the model. The result is a model that looks exactly the same as before the
conversion, only that the enTis object has now become project symbol.
The following enTis components can be converted using this command:
PCL-Symbol
HUI-Symbol
Z-Scale
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3.6
Inserting project models / pr_insertMMElement /
The command pr_insertMMElement inserts project models in AutoCAD. Model types

that cant be inserted into the current model are grayed-out. The insert-button for these
model types is then inactive.
An insertion point has to be specified to position the model.
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3.7
Copying project models
Project Models can be copied in various ways. It is to be distinguished between:
Copying of project model definitions
Copying of project model references
3.7.1 Copying project model definitions

Project model definitions can be copied in the model manager.
This produces new project models that are identical when they are first copied. Each of
the copied models is referenced to its own DWG.
In contrast, project models inserted into models still have a reference to the parent
model. Copying module definitions has no influence on the other model data.
3.7.2 Copying of project model references

Project models inserted into a substation (e.g. bay, part station) can be copied several
times within a model file with the AutoCAD copy function.
The copied project models reference thereby the same parent model. The result is as if
the same project model was inserted several times in the model file.
3.8
Modifying a project model
Project models are referenced throughout the substation as Xrefs.

Changes in definition/geometry of a project model results in these changes occurring to
all insertions of the project model throughout the substation.
3.8.1 Explode enTis symbol / pr_explode /

The pr_explode command can transform an enTis symbol into an AutoCAD block. This
command can only be applied to PCL symbols and thereby only within the project
symbol.
3.9
Deleting a Project Model
A project model can only be deleted in the model manager if it has not been inserted
into model files.
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Field grid / PR_creategrid /
Generating field grids allows you to generate a freely definable grid as a basis for
building a transformer substation. The grid is defined by entering the distances
between the grid lines along the length (X axis) and breadth (Y axis). The grid is
inserted into the model as a block and can be positioned freely in space. Field grids
can be saved or deleted with the Save and Delete buttons. Once they are created, field
grids are saved together with the assigned voltage level, making them available for
future design work.
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4.1
Input parameters
A detailed description of input parameters used for a field grid is given below.
4.1.1 Voltage level

The distances within a bay are defined, among other things, by the voltage level. The
voltage level of a bay can already be defined in the model management. In this case,
the field grid dialog box takes the voltage level from the model management. You can
also select the voltage level required for bay generation from the Voltage level combo
box.
Note: Only field grids of the voltage levels currently set are available for selection in the
Bay name menu.
4.1.2 Bay name, voltage level

Any name can be used as the bay name for a field grid. A voltage level as well as
geometry parameters for grid creation are always assigned to the bay name. All field
grids defined for the set voltage level can be called from this list.
To define a new bay, the new bayname has to be assigned and after this the bay
dimensions must be entered. For subsequent use a baygrid is saved with the Save
button.
4.1.3 Number of columns and lines

The number of segments is entered to arrive at the basic division of the grid into
columns and lines. The dialog box dynamically displays the bay geometry to the user in
a preview.
4.1.4 Width, length

You define the position of the grid lines within a field grid by entering the distances
along the length (X axis) and breadth (Y axis). The distances are entered such that a
grid line intersection point is available in each case for positioning symbols.
The total width and total length of the created field grid is displayed along the lower
edge of the width/length entry field. All grid distances are given in millimeters. Only
positive, integer values can be entered.
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4.1.5 Insertion point

The user can define the insertion point of the field grid by clicking on a corner in the
grid preview in the grid dialog box. In the drawing area, the field grid is attached to the
cursor depending on the selected insertion point. The insertion point can be defined
right now in the dialog box or during insertion with the right mouse button.
4.2
Inserting a field grid
The "OK" button inserts the currently set field grid into the drawing as a block. The field
grid dialog box is closed. In the drawing area, the field grid is previewed on the cursor.
You can switch between different possible insertion points with the right mouse button.
The field grid is positioned in the drawing either with a mouse click or by entering
coordinates.
4.3
Creating a shaded field grid
If the option grid will be shaded is selected, a surface will be inserted in addition to the
field grid. When a station is displayed shaded, all objects located below the generated
field grid will be hidden by the surface. The field grid and the field grid surface are
inserted on two differently named layers.
4.4
Editing the field grid / pr_edit /
Field grids can be edited at a later time. The field grid dialog is started with the pr_edit
command. The values of the field grid already generated are displayed in the preview
and can be edited. The changes made to the selected field grid are executed with the
"OK" button.
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Wire- and Tube- Connections
The electrical power in a transformer substation is transmitted via three-phase

connections.
5.1
Connection points
Connection points between which a connection is made determine the type of

connection since equipment parameters or wire connection parameters will be brought
into the connection through these points. There are three types of connections:
Electrical connection point

Electrical connection points are located on electrical equipment and are cyan or blue in
color.
Wire connection points

A wire connection point is an arbitrary point that has been selected by AutoCAD object
snap and is located on a wire.
Free connection point

A free connection point is an arbitrary point that is neither an electrical connection nor
located on a wire.
5.2
Connection components
The following objects can be used in the connection configurator.
Wires
Tubes
Strings
Springs
Clamps
Spacer
Disc insulators
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5.3
Creating a wire connection / PR_VBDLG /
A wire connection is assembled in two stages:
Select the connection points
Define the connection components and connection fittings
5.3.1 Select the connection points

The user chooses between two electrical connection points in the current drawing.
Because of the PCL technology used in primtech, the user will find the connection
points without complicated zooming.
Command: pr_vbdlg
Select the 1st insert pont!
Select the 2nd insertion point!
After the connection points in the model have been selected, the Wire Connection
Configurator dialog box is displayed.
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5.3.2 Transferring symbols from the symbol management

The symbol management is controlled from the toolbox at the top edge of the dialog
box. These are configured calls, i.e., if the symbol management is called via the Wire
button, only wires appear in the display.
You can use the Insert button to position symbols from the symbol management in the
Conductor dialog box. Symbols are always inserted above the line currently selected in
the Conductor dialog box.
5.3.3 Clamps
Clamps within a wire connection are not displayed geometrically even if there is an
enTis geometry for the respective clamp.
Electrical equipment have two or more connection positions for clamps (connection
type 1 and connection type 2)
In the case of clamps, connection type 1 is always the connection to electrical
equipment and connection type 2 to a wire, tube or bolt.
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5.3.4 Spacer
A spacer can be inserted below a multiple-strand wire connection. The distance can be
set when the spacer is selected (see illustration). The distance given defines the
distance between each spacer along the wire connection.
Since spacers are not displayed geometrically, these values are only relevant in the
evaluation of the parts list.
5.3.5 Disc insulator

Disc insulators can be inserted below a string. Once the disc insulator is selected the
number of discs per string can be set. I.e. in a double string insulator, choosing 12
discs per string means 2x12 = 24 discs in total in the double string.
Since disc insulators are not displayed geometrically, these values are only relevant in
the evaluation of the parts list.
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5.4
Wire parameters
5.4.1 Wire diameter

The wire diameter is transferred from the symbol management to the wire and
automatically used for the AutoCAD commands "Render" and "Cover".
5.4.2 Wire type

Via the wire type, different wire curves are provided.
There are three basic types of outgoing feeder from a connection point:
Horizontal outgoing feeder (Wa)
Vertical outgoing feeder, upward (So)
Vertical outgoing feeder, downward (Su)
All available wire curves are shown below. The behavior of the wire curves depends on
the Z-height of the selected connection points. The wire curves are named in such a
way that the first identifier indicates how the wire curve will behave at the higher of the
two connection points. For example, the wire curve SuSo is vertical downward at the
higher connection point and vertical upward at the lower connection point.
The wire curve free suspension differs from all others in that it has handles. The wire
curve can be freely edited via these handles.
Free suspension
Straight, no sag
SoSo vertical upward, vertical upward
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SoSu vertical upward, vertical downward
SoWa vertical upward, horizontal
SuSo vertical downward, vertical upward
SuWa1 vertical downward, horizontal
SuWa1 vertical downward, horizontal
Wa45o horizontal, 45 upward
WaSo horizontal, vertical upward
WaSu horizontal, vertical downward
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WaWa horizontal, horizontal
WaWa2 horizontal, horizontal, more sag
5.4.3 Sag
The wire sage is specified as a percentage and can be between 0 for no sag and 100
for maximum sag.
5.4.4 Number of wires

The possible values are 1 to 4. The wires are placed in a polar arrangement around the
selected connection point.
5.4.5 Wire distance

The wire distance value defines the distance between the wires. If a wire connection is
made with one wire, the wire distance value is ignored.
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5.5
Creating a tube connection / PR_RM /
The tube is a 3D tube that can be placed any way in space and whose control points
(tube points) do not have to be in one plane. The first and last selected points are
interpreted as connection points.
5.5.1 Select the connection points

Selecting the connection points is selecting the wire connection i.e. the user can select
electrical connection points or define a free connection point.
Command: PR_RA
Select the 1st insertion point!
Select the 2nd tube point!
Select the 3rd tube point!
Select the nth tube point!
After the connection points in the model have been selected, the Conductor dialog
box opens. The first selected point is shown above in the Conductor dialog box.
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5.5.2 Transferring symbols from the symbol management

Via the toolbox on the upper edge of the dialog box, it is possible to control how the
symbol management is called for certain topics, i.e., the symbol management is called
via the Tube button in such a way that only tubes appear in the display.
Symbols are always inserted above the line currently selected in the Conductor dialog
box.
Geometrically stored clamps: Clamps whose geometry is stored are not treated any
differently from non-geometrical clamps, i.e. from this clamps only the dataset is
inserted but not the geometry.
If the user works with geometrical clamps, the user must insert the clamps from the
symbol management and connect a tube to these geometrical clamps.
5.5.3 Tube diameter

The tube diameter is transferred from the symbol management to the wire and
automatically used for the AutoCAD commands "Render" and "Cover".
5.5.4 Radius
The radius is attached to each vertex of a tube. The last value entered is saved and
offered again for the next tube connection.
5.5.5 Damping wire

An additional wire damping wire - can be inserted after selecting a tube. The damping
wire will then be displayed below the tube in the wire configuration manager.
Since the tube superimposes the damping wire, there is no separate geometry
displayed for the damping wire.
5.6
Undefined symbols
For wires, tubes, clamps, spacers and disc insulators it is also easy to use an
undefined symbol. For this purpose, the connection configurator dialog box provides
the red colored icons. The undefined symbols are symbols stored in the symbol
management just like all other symbols. The user can later replace undefined symbols
by editing the connection.
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5.7
Multiple copying of a connection / PR_VBMCOPY /
Here the user can select an existing connection. The connection components are read
out and used for the new connection. The same wire sag + wire curve or same tube is
used.
The command pr_vbmcopy can be applied both to wire and tube connections.
Copying a connection does not mean copying it as a geometrical 1:1 mapping but
copying the sequence of components. The copied connection is positioned by selecting
new connection points.
Multiple copying with selection points having the same orientation
Multiple copying with selection points having opposite orientation
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5.8
Editing functions for connections
5.8.1 Updating a wire connection / PR_UPDATE /

Wire connections that start and end at electrical connection points know their
association with a device. If the device is moved, the wire connection can automatically
be connected to the associated device again via this function. Wires that do not have
any assignment to electrical connection points are marked red.
The command pr_update can be applied both to wire and tube connections.
5.8.2 Autoconnect conductors / pr_reconnectConnections /

Exchanging a piece of electrical equipment - onto which a conductor was connected would result in the new equipment no longer being connected. The
pr_reconnectConnections command induces a search for the electrical connection
point nearest to each free connection point of the conductors and then automatically
connects the conductor to the electrical connection point found.
5.8.3 Editing a connection / PR_EDIT /

When editing a connection, all single components can be changed or replaced, deleted
or added. It is also possible to change the wire parameters or tube parameters. The
dialog box is displayed that was used to create a connection.
The command pr_edit can be applied both to wire and tube connections.
5.8.4 Editing connection points / PR_VBPOINTS /

This function can be used to define new connection points for an existing connection.
The original connection is deleted and generated afresh based on the selected
connection points.
The command pr_vbpoints can be applied both to wire and tube connections.
5.8.5 Deleting connection components

The Delete button is used to delete the selected connection component in the
Conductor dialog box.
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5.8.6 Transferring connection properties / PR_VBCOPYPRP /

Here the user can select an existing connection. The connection components are read
out and transferred to an existing connection. All components are replaced in the target
connection. Only the connection points of the existing connection are retained.
Connections before transfer of the connection properties
Connections after transfer of the connection properties

The command pr_vbcopyprp can be applied both to wire and tube connections.
5.9
Deleting a connection
A connection is deleted with the AutoCAD command erase. The connections deleted
are always complete connection with all components. Deletion of single components of
a connection is performed using the pr_edit edit command.
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5.10
Connections in the parts list
Wires and tubes can be evaluated via both quantity and length.
Parts list evaluation via quantity

In evaluation via quantity, wires/tubes of the same length are summated. The wire or
tube length found is mounted on the symbol long names.
Parts list evaluation via length

In evaluation via length, wires/tubes of the same type are summated.
5.11
Converting wire / tube to solid / pr_tosolid /
This command only works with wires and tubes.
Original diameter
The selected tubes and wires are converted to solids with the original diameter.
Entering diameter / radius (checking minimum distances)

The tube and wire diameter can be entered here. This can be used to check the
minimum spacing. If the radius entered matches the minimum spacing, optical
penetrations and therefore compliance with the clearances can be checked with the
Orbit.
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5.12
Chains
In primtech chains are a special case in that they can be integrated into wire
connections. If there is a chain in a wire connection, the wire is shortened by the length
of the chain.
Inserting strings
Chains are inserted via the primtech wire connection configurator.
When the chain button is clicked, the symbol management enTis is opened and the
AIS chain family is displayed. A chain can be selected and inserted.
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Converting wire / tube
6.1
Convert PrimTech objects to solid

Command: pr_tosolid
Note: This command only works with wires and tubes.
6.1.1 Original diameter

The selected tubes and wires are converted to solids with the original diameter.
6.1.2 Entering diameter / radius (checking minimum distances)

The tube and wire diameter can be entered here. This can be used to check the
minimum spacing. If the radius entered matches the minimum spacing, optical
penetrations and therefore compliance with the clearances can be checked with the
Orbit.
Converting wire / tube
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Temporary auxiliary reference
Temporary auxiliary references are external references that can be inserted into
models.
Unlike inserted model references, temporary auxiliary references are not evaluated in
the parts list. No logical station structure is mapped via temporary auxiliary references.
All station models can be inserted as temporary auxiliary references, irrespective of
their relationship with the parent model.
Temporary auxiliary references of the same model can be inserted any number of
times.
7.1
Insertion a temporary auxiliary references /Pr_TempXref/
Temporary auxiliary references can be inserted with the command Pr_TempXref. A

temporary auxiliary reference must not be a direct or indirect parent from the current
station model.
Command: Pr_TempXref
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Temporary auxiliary references on models from other stations

Part stations, bays, modules (all types that also function within the station), locally
checked-out or retrieved stations on station models of other local stations can also be
used as temporary auxiliary references.
In contrast to the temporary auxiliary references internal to the station, these temporary
auxiliary references are completely deleted after quitting the file.
A temporary auxiliary reference for a station model from the Checked-In list is not
possible.
Copying stations with temporary auxiliary references

When you copy a model containing temporary auxiliary references, the references are
removed from the model
7.2
Showing / hiding temporary auxiliary references

/ Pr_TempXrefShow /
Temporary auxiliary references can be shown and hidden with the command
"Pr_TempXrefShow".
Command: Pr_TempXrefShow
The command toggles between the states shown and hidden. This means that, if the
temporary auxiliary references are shown, the command hides them and vice versa.
If some of the references are shown or some of the references are hidden, the
command shows all references.
Opening stations with temporary auxiliary references

After you have opened a primtech DWG, the temporary auxiliary references are not
displayed and have to be shown manually.
7.3
Deleting temporary auxiliary references
Temporary auxiliary references can be removed with the AutoCAD Delete command.
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Freeze/Thaw / pr_layer /
The function pr_layer can freeze or thaw individual layers within a drawing. Layers
within external references are also considered.
The command buttons work as a toggle-switch: the layers are alternately frozen and
thawed. The function is available in the Freeze/Thaw-Ribbon and offers, per default,
visibility control for e.g. Thaw all, Electrical components or Foundation.
The visibility control can be adjusted or extended individually according to customer
needs.
Command options for / pr_layer /

The command buttons only implement the Freeze toggle option. In addition however,
the command pr_layer can turn on/off, lock/unlock etc.
Freeze/Thaw / pr_layer /
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/ pr_openrefmodel /
The pr_openrefmodel command can open a referenced model directly out of a

substation model. The dialog below will be shown for the selected geometry. This
shows a hierarchical structure of the entire model in which the geometry is referenced.
The order of the shown components is of increasing hierarchy, from the bottom-most
component structure (usually a project symbol) to the top-most (in the child model in
which it is directly inserted). The top-most node in the tree is not the model in which
one is, but in child model that had been inserted in there.
The bottom-most object is selected per default.
/ pr_openrefmodel /
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9.1.1 Component types that are displayed

Only project components will be shown in the tree. These are:
Part station
Bay
Project module
Project assembly
Project symbol
Project detail
enTis components are not shown, since they cannot be opened.
9.2 Open previous model / pr_openprevmodel /

The pr_openprevmodel command returns to the source model where the
pr_openrefmodel command was executed to open a referenced model.
It is therefore possible to jump back to the source model even when no longer in the
referenced model.
/ pr_openrefmodel /
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10 Primtech Fences / PR_Fence /

10.1
Creating a fence
After entering the PR_Fence command, the user can sketch an auxiliary polyline. Or,
the user can convert an existing polyline into a fence or select any point as the starting
point for another fence segment via the command options [pOlyline/<point>]:.
Command: PR_FENCE
Create an auxiliary polyline or convert a polyline to a fence or select a starting
point.
10.2
Editing fence components
The Pr_edit command opens the Primtech Properties dialog box.

Here the user can edit various elements and properties of the fence. The geometrical
form, i.e. the side lengths of a fence, can be edited using AutoCAD handles.
Primtech Fences / PR_Fence /
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A fence consists of the fence posts and fence filling. All fence components (corner
posts, intermediate posts, filling) can be changed via the Properties dialog box and
selected in the symbol management.
10.2.1 Spacing fence posts

It is possible to select the type of fence post spacing between obligatory points
(corners). Posts are always set at the corners.
Two options are available:
Fixed length
Even distribution
10.2.1.1
Fixed length
Panels of the defined length are added in the space between two corner posts until the
remaining distance is less than the defined distance. This operation is effected in the
direction along the polyline for each fence segment.
Post spacing with fixed length
10.2.1.2
Even distribution
The length entered is optimized between two obligatory points / corner posts so that
the spacing between the fence posts is the same throughout this segment. The
program calculates two values (one greater and one smaller length), for which the even
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spacing is achieved and decides on the length with the smallest deviation from the
initial value entered in the Distance field. This operation is effected in the direction
along the polyline for each fence segment.
Post spacing with even distribution
10.2.2 Position of fence posts

Using fence post positioning you can define whether the fence post is in a mid, left, or
right position with respect to the polyline.
Fence post in right, left, mid position

The direction of the fence is determined by the direction of the polyline which is
selected. The first point of the selected polyline is used as the starting point of the
fence.
10.2.3 Setting starting/end posts

With the Set starting/end post button it is possible to control whether a post will be set
at the beginning or end of a polyline. If a fence gate already contains a post to which
the fence can be fixed, this button can be used to suppress generation of superfluous
posts.
10.2.4 Post height, width, depth, diameter

This feelds shows the values of the selected fencepost from entis.
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10.2.5 Fence filling

The appearance of the fence is further defined by the type.
10.2.5.1
Fence wire
The Height value defines the height of the wire mesh to be fitted. Distance on base in
the dialog box allows you to state the clearance between the wire mesh and the
ground.
10.2.5.2
Without filling
No fence filling is drawn, just the fence posts.
10.2.5.3
Fence panel
Fence panel inserts fixed fence elements inserted between the fence posts. The Height
value defines the height of the fence panels to be fitted. The Width value from the
symbol management defines the width of a fence panel. This position is automatically
reduced equally at both ends because a fence panel can only be located between to
fence posts. The only spacing offered is Fixed length because the length of the fence
panels is defined by the symbol management.
Clearance at bottom in the dialog box allows you to state the clearance between the
fence panels and the ground.
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10.2.6 Distance on base

It is possible to enter the difference between the lower edge of the fence panel and
ground. The default is zero, which means that the fence panel reaches the ground. If
you want the fence panels to stop short of the ground, enter the height difference here.
10.3
Fences in the parts list
The fence components are sorted by their component type determined by the symbol
management. The following information is provided for evaluation of the parts list:
Number of corner posts
Number of intermediate posts
Total length of the filling
10.3.1 Parts list evaluation via quantity:

SymbolLongName
Quanti
Unit
ty
Undefined fence filling fence wire (211.53m)
pce
Undefined fence post square
14
pce
Undefined fence post round
58
pce
Note: The length of a certain filling type is summated in the parts list, i.e. only 1 pce of
fence filling occurs for the total length over all fences with the same filling type.
Similarly, all posts of the same type are summated regardless of whether they belong
to one or more fences.
10.4 Trim, Extend, Break

A fence can be modified with the AutoCAD commands Trim, Extend and Break.
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11 Road
11.1
Generating a road
Roads are inserted via the symbol library.

In enTis, various names can be stored under the attribute "Symbol long name" to
distinguish between generated roads in the parts list. A road is selected from the
symbol library.
The parameter of the road profile and the section hatching can be defined in the dialog
box.
Please select a point or [pOlyline/<point>]:

Roads can be created along an existing polyline or by placing points with the cursor.
11.1.1 Point
The route of the road can be constructed with free points. The road axis is indicated by
an auxiliary polyline. The road is generated when you end the cursor function.
This option only allows you to generate straight road elements.
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11.1.2 Polyline
The route of the road can be constructed with an existing polyline.
Select a polyline:
After you have selected the polyline, an internal check establishes whether the
designed arcs are large enough for the selected road section. If no conflict is found, the
road is generated and generation is completed.
In case of a conflict, generation is canceled with the message "At least one arc of the
polyline is too small for the selected profile!". The conflict can be solved by increasing
the size of the polyline arc or selecting a smaller road width.
11.2
Editing a road
11.2.1 Changing geometry /pr_edit/

If you want to change the geometry of a road or its hatching parameters, use the
pr_edit command to open the dialog box for entering the road parameters of the
selected road.
Command: pr_edit
Select an object:
The parameters of the road can be changed in the dialog box. After confirmation with
"OK", the changed values are applied to the road.
The hatching properties can also be changed in the sectional display of the drawing
derivative.
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11.2.2 Transferring properties /pr_strgetprop/

With the pr_strgetprop command you can apply the properties of one road to another
road.
Command: pr_strgetprop
Select a reference road:
Select a road:
The width, height, hatching spacing, and hatching angle are now transferred from the
reference road to the other road. On the edited road only the symbol identification
relevant to the parts list evaluation is kept.
11.2.3 Editing an arc /pr_kkflansch/

The pr_kkflansch command allows you to edit the radius of a road arc.
Command: pr_kkflansch
Select as road arc:
Enter radius <3000.00>:
The current radius of the road arc is shown in parentheses.
11.2.4 Editing via handles

A road can be stratched by using the handles.
Note: Roads that are interconnected do not have handles. If you separate all
connections, the handles can be edited again.
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11.2.5 Creating, disconnecting, and editing junctions

11.2.5.1
Connecting roads / pr_kkconnect /
Roads can be joined at the side. The "side road" and "main road" are extended until
they join and are displayed as connected.
Command: pr_kkconnect
Select main object:
Select a connecting object:
Note: The length of the connecting piece limits the radius of a rounding.
If large radii are to be generated, a large enough distance must exist between the side
road and the main road. If necessary, pull the end of the road back via the last handle
to increase the distance.
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11.2.5.2
Disconnecting roads / pr_kkdconnect /
Side connections can be canceled with the command pr_kkdconnect.

Command: pr_kkdconnect
After you have selected the connected road, the connection to the main road is
separated and the existing connection element with the roundings is removed.
Note: Always select the road near to the joint to be separated because separation is
always performed at the end nearer the selection point.
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11.2.5.3
Rounding off junctions / pr_kkflansch /
The shape of the side joint to a road is set or varied with the pr_kkflansch command.
Command: pr_kkflansch
The type of selection also defines which side of the joint will be changed. If the road is
selected, say, left of the centre axis, the joint properties will be processed at this side of
the joint.
In the dialog box below, you must choose between the connection types arc and
chamfer.
You can change existing flange shapes in the same way. Select the road, taking the
correct side into account, make the required changes in the dialog box, and confirm
them.
Note: When entering the distances for connection type Chamfer, Distance1 is always
the main road and Distance2 the connected road.
This functionality can only be used for connecting to straight road sections.
CAUTION! A flange form cannot be generated on an arc!
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11.3
Identification of the access height
Any number of square frames for identifying the maximum permissible access
dimension can be assigned to a road. The frames are generated and drawn from the
road width and a maximum access height. At the upper corners of the frame, two arcs
mark the minimum clearances from conducting parts. The access height and the
minimum clearance are assigned to each frame, are assigned default values, and can
clearance
be changed in the Create dialog box for the frame.
The arc radius (T) is calculated from the minimum distance (N) as follows:
T = N + 100 or T = 500, if N + 100 < 500
Imperial Version:
T = N + 6 oder T = 24, wenn N + 6 < 24
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11.3.1 Creating an access frame /pr_strhoehe/

The pr_strhoehe command can be used to assign an access frame at any position
along the road axis in the model area.
Command: pr_strhoehe
Select point on the road:
You can overwrite the default values for Access height and Minimum distance
(minimum clearance) in the displayed dialog box. The frame parameterized in this way
is created vertical to the road axis.
11.3.2 Editing an access frame /pr_edit/

The pr_edit command can be used to change the parameters of an access frame.
11.3.3 Moving an access frame

A frame that has been output can be moved along the road axis. This is done by
selecting the frame and moving it using the handles.
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11.3.4 Showing/hiding all access frames /pr_strhein/

The pr_strhein command is used to switch the current view of all access frames on or
off. The current display status is inverted. If all frames are switched off, they are
switched on with this command, and vice versa.
Command: pr_strhein
If the access frames are partially switched off, it is possible that all frames are visible
although they should be invisible, or vice versa. In that case, call the command again.
11.3.5 Hiding access frames singly /pr_strhaus/

If all frames are switched on, you can use the command pr_strhaus to switch off
individual access frames that should not be visible in the current viewport. They remain
invisible until you switch on all frames again with pr_strhein.
Command: pr_strhaus
Select a frame:
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11.4
Roads in the parts list
Roads are sorted in the parts list according to the symbol long names stored in the
symbol management and according to their length.
11.4.1 Parts list evaluation

SymbolShortName SymbolLongName
11.5
Quantity
Unit
Road (15.23 m)
pce
Road (38.99 m)
pce
Road with gravel surface (76.09 m)
pce
Layer assignment
Here is the layer assignment for roads and access frames.

Layer name
Content
FELD_S
Road contours
FELD_S
Hatching of cross-sectional
area
BEM_S
Access frames
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12 Cable duct
12.1
Segmented cable duct
Cable ducts are called via the symbol library. The different duct sections are to be
found in the "Cable ducts" group. There are two basic component types:
Straight segments
Arc segments
12.1.1 Creating a segmented cable duct

Cable ducts are inserted via the symbol library. When you select a duct from the
library, its cross-section is displayed in the preview.
A cable duct always begins with one or more straight segments. The duct section is
selected from the symbol library. On insertion, the user can decide whether to position
a new duct next to an existing duct or to position a new channel.
"Free start point" means that a new channel is started and <connect> means the
selected duct segment is connected to an existing cable duct.
Free start point / <connect>: Free
start point:
Intermediate point:
End point:
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Start point
intermediate point
end point
centerline during creation
After the start point has been defined, the user is prompted for an intermediate point.
Only whole cable duct segments are laid between a start and intermediate point. The
number of segments depends on the distance between these two points. Using the end
point it is possible to add a partial segment whose length is no more than one cable
duct segment. Arc segments or further straight segments can be connected to an
existing cable duct.
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12.2
Cast cable duct
Cable ducts are called via the symbol library. The different duct sections are to be
found in the "Cable ducts" group. The symbols for the cast cable duct are recognized
by the attribute component type cast cable duct.
12.2.1 Creating a cast cable duct

Cable ducts can be created along an existing polyline or by placing points at the cursor.
They are inserted via the symbol library. When you select a duct from the library, its
cross-section is displayed in the preview.
The required duct section is selected from the symbol library. After that, the user is
asked how to generate the duct.
Select a polyline, <from point>:
12.2.1.1 From point:

The cursor is offered and you can design the duct route point by point. The route of the
duct is indicated by an auxiliary polyline. The duct is generated when you end the
cursor function.
Note: This method only lets you generate straight duct elements.
12.2.1.2 Select a polyline:

After you have selected the polyline, an internal check is made to see whether the
designed curves are large enough for the selected duct section. If no conflict is found,
the duct is generated and generation is completed.
Note: In case of a conflict, generation is canceled with the message "At least one arc
of the polyline is too small for the selected profile!". The solution is to enlarge the
polyline curves or choose a narrower section.
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12.3
Editing a cable duct
Editing via handles

The cable duct can be moved or rotated in any way using the handles.
In the case of segmented ducts, the length of the shortened segment is changed at the
last handle of a straight duct.
For cast ducts, the first and last segment can be shortened or lengthened via the
appropriate handle. Arcs are varied on their imaginary full circle, straight segments
along the line connecting the starting point and the end point.
Note: Cast ducts that are interconnected do not have handles. If you separate all
connections, the handles can be edited again.
Note: If a single duct that is connected with others is moved, rotated, or copied, it is
necessary to use /pr_kkdconnect/ to separate all existing connections.
If you want to move, rotate, or copy interconnected ducts as a network, make sure that
all associated ducts are selected.
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12.3.2 Trimming/extending a cable duct /pr_kktrim/

Another way of changing a cable duct, is the pr_kktrim command. This command is
used to trim or extend straight duct segments in a plane defined by three points.
Command: pr_kktrim
1. Select a point:
2. Select a point:
3. Select a point or <RETURN> for a vertical section:
Select a duct or road:
3rd point
section plane
1st point
2nd point
3rd point
section plane
1st point
2nd point
Note: The duct must not be selected by the cover when it is trimmed.
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12.3.3 Changing the hatching of the cable duct in the sectional view
/ pr_kkhatch /
The cable duct is a separate object with typical properties. For example, each duct and
each cover has a "Hatching parameters" property. That can be used to define at which
angle and with which line spacing a cover or ducts will be hatched.
If a cable duct is trimmed, the cross-sectional areas are automatically hatched. This
hatching can be changed individually for each cross-sectional area and each trimmed
component (duct and cover) with the pr_kkhatch command.
Command: Pr_kkhatch
Select a duct
Note: The hatching properties can also be changed in the sectional display of the
drawing derivative.
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12.4
Editing functions for cast ducts
12.4.1 Side connections for cast cable ducts / pr_kkconnect /

Cable ducts can be joined at the side. A cut-out is generated in the side wall of the
main duct for this purpose.
Command: Pr_kkconnect
Select main object:
12.4.2 Separating a side connection / pr_kkdconnect /

To remove the side join, start the "Separate" function with the pr_kkdconnect die
command.
Command: pr_kkdconnect
After you have successfully selected the duct connected to a main duct, the joint is
separated and any remaining flange is removed.
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Note: Always select the duct near to the joint to be separated because separation is
always performed at the end nearer the selection point.
12.4.3 Defining the connection shape / pr_kkflansch /

The shape of the side joint to the main duct is set or varied with the pr_kkflansch
command. This functionality is only available for joining to straight duct elements.
Command: Pr_kkflansch
The type of selection also defines which side of the joint will be changed. If the duct is
selected, say, left of the center axis, the joint properties are processed at this side of
the joint.
In the following dialog box, the flange shape is selected. The side duct, which has so
far only been connected, now forms a continuum with the main duct.
If "Arc" is selected as the shape, the input box for the arc radius will appear.
Note: The joint element can be no longer than the original distance between the end of
the "side duct" and the edge of the "main duct". That limits the radius of the rounding. If
you want to generate large rounding radii, leave sufficient distance from the main
duct. Pull the end of the duct back via the last handle to increase the distance.
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If "chamfer" is chosen as the shape, the input boxes for the two chamfer distances
appear.
You can change existing flange shapes in the same way. Select the existing Arc or
Chamfer, make the required changes in the dialog box, and confirm them.
Note: When entering the distances for connection type Chamfer, Distance1 is always
the main duct and Distance2 the connecting duct.
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12.5
Cable ducts in the parts list
Ducts are sorted in the parts list according to the component type or length defined by
the symbol management.
The following information is provided for evaluation of the parts list:
12.5.1 Segmented duct:
Number of components of one type
Length of the shortened component on straight segments
12.5.2 Cast duct:
Length of the duct
Gross volume of the duct (for earthwork calculation)
Note: "Gross volume" means volume of the solid body that is defined by the outer
dimensions of the duct including the cover. The hollow space inside the trough is not
subtracted. This volume data is only for earthwork calculations. It is not a measure of
the amount of concrete required.
Outline of gross volume
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12.5.3 Parts list evaluation via quantity:

In evaluation via quantity, the number of duct segments of one type is summated for
the segmented duct. The shortened segments are also indicated (recognized by the
length of the part stated in parentheses). The length is only indicated for shortened
parts; for full components it is stored in the symbol management.
All cast ducts of one type are summated; the total length is in parentheses after the
name.
Quantity
Unit
Cable duct 400/400 (20.21 m)
pce
Cable duct b=300 h=275
pce
Cable duct b=300 h=275 (0.17)
pce
Cable ducts
12.5.4 Parts list evaluation via length:

Evaluation via length is only meaningful for cast ducts. The lengths of the ducts are
stored and are summated for each duct type.
In the segmented duct, lengths are only stored for shortened elements. They are
summated and output, but do not provide information about the actual length of the
duct (cf. evaluation via quantity).
Quantity
Unit
Cable duct 400/400
20.21
0.17
Cable ducts
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12.5.5 Parts list evaluation via volume:

Evaluation via volume is only possible for the cast duct. The gross volumes of the ducts
are stored here.
No volume information is stored for the segmented duct.
Quantity
Unit
Cable duct 400/400
0.00
m3
0.00
m3
Cable ducts
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Layer assignment
Cable ducts are stored on two layer pairs depending on the layers on which the section
was generated.
Layer name
Content
F_KANAL
Duct trough
F_KANAL_D
Duct cover for duct trough on F_KANAL
F_FUSS
Duct trough
F_GRU_U
Duct cover for duct trough on F_FUSS
Schra
Section hatching
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13 3D steel section library

Command: pr_steel3D
Enter insertion point:
Enter end point:
The command pr_steel3D allows you to insert and position 3D steel sections of the DIN
series. Calling this command opens a selection dialog box.
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13.1
Inserting the section
The required section series is selected. You can then choose from a number of
dimensions in the list. Click the OK button to accept the settings.
The user must define 2 points in AutoCAD between which the section will be created. A
virtual system axis is defined between the two points. Now the section can be oriented.
13.2
Orientation
After definition of the two insertion points, the section can be oriented along the system
axis. Orientation can be "right", "left", up or down. Rotation of the cross-section of
the steel section about the system axis is also possible. The OK button ends the
command.
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14 High-voltage cables
14.1
Create a high-voltage cable /pr_cable/
The "pr_cable" command is used to construct a high-voltage cable along a chosen

central axis. This involves "extruding" a circle along a selected path.
3D cables and cable centre axis are AutoCAD objects, and do not have any logical
relationship with primtech.
Command: pr_cable
Select object <diameter=50, strand=1>:
Select objects
The chosen objects represent the extrusion path.
A single object, or a number of objects may be selected. Permitted objects include lines
and arcs; polylines, circles, texts or other AutoCAD object types are not permitted.
Selected objects that do not match the permitted object types are automatically
removed from the selected set.
Line tracing for central axis

A line trace is carried out for each selected object, by means of which an attempt is
made to find continuous lines and arc elements. If continuous elements are found, the
selected set is automatically extended.
When creating a cable, circles with the specified diameter are placed perpendicularly to
the two endpoints of the selected object, and are extruded along the central axis.
Interconnecting 3-D cable geometries are automatically merged.
The central axis is retained when the cable is created.
Specify diameter
The diameter (D) option can be used to specify the diameter to be used to create the
cable.
Command: pr_cable
Select object <diameter=50, strand=1>: D
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Enter new diameter: 60

The most recently used diameter is stored within the working session, and is offered as
a default value. At the beginning of the working session, the default value is 0.
Creating a cable whose diameter is 0 or negative is not permitted.
Note: Changing the diameter discards the current object selection.
Strand
The Strand (S) option can be used to control the layer on which the central axis of the
cable is placed. Assignment to different layers makes it easier to visually follow a
strand, in particular when cables are entwined together.
The configuration has three layers for the cable centre axes.
Command: pr_cable
Select object <diameter=50, strand=1>: S
Specify new phase: 1, 2 or 3
The most recently used strand is stored within the working session, and is offered as a
default value. At the beginning of the working session, the default value is 1.
Layer assignment:
Cable centre axes and a 3-D cable geometries are placed on the layers listed below:
Layer name Cable centre axis Strand-1: GIS_HSPM-1
Layer name for 3-D cable: GIS_HSPK-1
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14.2
Determine cable length /pr_cablelength/
The "pr_cablelength" command can be used to determine the length of individual or of

multiple high-voltage cables manually.
Command: pr_cablelength
Select objects:
The cable length is not recorded in the primtech part list.
Select objects
A single object, or a number of objects may be selected. Permitted objects include lines
and arcs that are located on the layer 0 or on a layer for the central axes of cables.
Objects that are not permitted are automatically filtered out.
The selected objects are highlighted.
The line tracing described previously is applied to every object included amongst those
selected.
Note: No check is made for a selected line as to whether a 3-D cable also exists for
this cable centre line.
Individual length
Each individual line and arc segment is evaluated in order to determine the cable
length.
Output for arc:
ARC
length: 5345.0000
radius: 500.0000
Output for line:

LINE
length: 1234.0000
Total length
The sum of the lengths of the individual objects selected is output as the total length.
A total length is output for all the associated selected objects on the same layer.
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Output in the AutoCAD text window

The individual and total lengths of the cable centre axes are output in the AutoCAD text
window.
Each high-voltage cable is output separately.
Example:
------------------------------------------LINE length = 10000.000000
ARC length = 2776.801836
radius = 1767.766953
ARC length = 2776.801836
radius = 1767.766953
LINE length = 5000.000000

Counted length = 20553.603673
on layer = GIS_HSPM-1
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LINE length = 18535.533906
Counted length = 18535.533906
on layer = GIS_HSPM-1
-------------------------------------------
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15 Scaling blocks and X-Refs

/pr_ScaleBlk/
The Pr_ScaleBlk command provides various functions for scaling Xrefs and blocks.
Command: pr_ScaleBlk
It is possible to switch between the different scaling methods using the dialog box. The
scaling methods are listed as follows:
from - to
relative
absolute
absolute compl.
transfer
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15.1
Scaling from - to
With scaling "from - to", it is possible to scale, for example, subassemblies, masts etc.
Scaling is performed in the x, y, or z direction. The function is performed identically in
the different directions.
Several Xrefs / blocks of the same height can be scaled at once.
3. reference point
2. reference point
1. select object
(multiple selection possible)
Command: PR_SCALEBLK
Select objects:
Select the reference (initial) point:
Select the new reference (end) point:
The distance in the coordinate direction from the insertion point to the reference point
(initial value) and from the initial point to the new reference point (reference value) are
calculated. The initial value and reference value are related to each other to work out
the scaling factor in the coordinate direction.
The scaling factors of the selected objects are replaced by the calculated scaling
factor.
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15.2
Relative scaling
With Relative scaling, you can, for example, scale subassemblies, masts, etc. by a
precise amount. Scaling is performed in the x, y, or z direction. The function is
performed identically in the different directions.
Select a reference object:
Select objects:
The scaling factor is calculated relative to the factors of the reference object.
The current scaling factor and the distance in the coordinate direction are calculated
from the insertion point to the reference point (initial value). The initial value and delta
are added and related to the initial value to work out the scaling factor in the coordinate
direction.
factor.
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15.3
Absolute scaling
With Absolute scaling, you can, for example, scale subassemblies, masts, etc. to an
exact dimension. Scaling is performed in the x, y, or z direction. The function is
performed identically in the different directions.
Select a reference object:
Select objects:
The scaling factor is calculated relative to the factors of the reference object.
The distance in the coordinate direction from the insertion point to the reference point
(initial value) and the current scaling factor are calculated. The absolute dimension is
related to the initial value to work out the scaling factor in the coordinate direction.
factor.
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15.4
Absolute-compl scaling
With Absolute-compl scaling, you can scale special primtech foundations and
standard masts to absolute dimensions.
The following can be scaled:
Standard equipment foundation h=150 (800x800x150)
Standard mast foundation h=150 (1000x1000x150)
Gittermast Riegelanschlu
After entering the values, you only have to select the objects to be scaled.
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15.4.1 Special function

With a double-click on only works for foundations and standard masts!, the basic
values are shown. You can edit these.
The new dimensions are related to the basic values to work out the scaling factors for
the coordinate direction.
factors.
15.5
Transfer scaling
With Transfer scaling, the scaling factors of one or more coordinate directions can be
transferred from one object to another Xref or blocks.
Selecting factors determines which factors will be transferred.
Select the source object
Target object:
The scaling factors of the selected source object are applied to the selected target
objects.
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16 Moving, Copying, Stretching

in Direction
With the commands provided here, objects can be very simply moved, copied or
stretched in a defined direction.
The following commands are provided:
SX, SY, SZ = Move in X-direction, Y-direction, Z-direction
KX, KY, KZ = Copy in X-direction, Y-direction, Z-direction
STX, STY, STZ = Stretch in X-direction, Y-direction, Z-direction
16.1
The command sequence
The command sequence is analogous for all three command groups and will therefore
be described once in the following. The term translation stands for moving, copying or
stretching.
Command: SX
Movement? (X) <4000> :
(Entering X,Y or X,Y,Z is also possible) 6000
Select objects:
In the first part of the command sequence, the translation is entered.
In the second part of the command sequence the selection set is defined, i.e. the
objects selected on which the command will be applied.
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16.2
Enter translation
The translation is defined differently in each case for the X-, Y- or Z-commands.
16.2.1.1
Coordinate entry for X-commands
Up to three numerical values can be entered as the movement for the SX, KX and STX
commands.
Movement? (X) <6000> :
(Entering X,Y or X,Y,Z is also possible)
When 1 value is specified -> the movement is in X.
When 2 values are specified -> the movement is in X and Y.
When 3 values are specified -> the movement is in X, Y and Z
16.2.1.2
Coordinate entry for Y-commands
Up to two numerical values can be entered as the movement for the SY, KY and STY
commands.
Movement? (Y) <2000> :
When 1 value is specified -> the movement is in Y.
When 2 values are specified -> the movement is in Y and Z.
16.2.1.3
Coordinate entry for Z-commands
Only one numerical value can be entered as the movement for the SZ, KZ and STZ
commands. The value specifies the movement in the Z direction.
16.2.1.4
Memorize last translation
The commands memorize the last translation and offer it again as a default.
The value is only available during the working session.
At the start of a working session this value is 0.
Only one value is saved for SX, STX and KX. If, e.g., the value 3000 is entered for SX
and KX is called after that, the value 3000 is available there as a default value. The Y
and Z commands are analogous.
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16.2.1.5
Coordinate system
The commands always refer to the currently set coordinate system.

Can thus also be executed in the user coordinate system.
The command functions in the model and in the layout space.
16.3
Defining the selection set
The request Select objects: is used to create the AutoCAD selection set.
Individual objects can be selected, several objects can be selected with crosses or
windows or all objects with the All option.
The cross option is permanently set here and can be used directly.
If one of the commands is executed and RETURN is pressed directly in response to
the Select objects request, the command will be applied to the last AutoCAD selection
set.
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17 Inserting coordinates as text

Command:pr_XYZCoord
This command inserts XYZ coordinates of a selected point as text into the AutoCAD
drawing.
17.1
Parameters
Via the checkbox, you can select which coordinates will be output as text.
The selections and options in the dialog box are explained below.
17.1.1 Display text

Here, you can insert further characters in front of the automatically generated text.
17.1.2 Scale
You can vary the size of the text using the scale list.
17.1.3 Units
In Units you can define whether the original values (mm) in the drawing are to be
output in millimeters or meters.
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18 primtech layer info

Command: pr_layman
The Layer info dialog box shows all layers visible in the selected plan type. For each
layer, a more detailed description of the layer is shown along with the line thickness
that is used for plotting in this layer.
Layer control in the model area:

Using the buttons shown above, layers in the model area are:
a) frozen
b) deactivated
c) frozen and deactivated.
The functions are applied to all layers that are not shown in the current layer info list.
This results in display of all objects or layers that are plotted in the plan for the user in
the model area.
The function only applies to the model layers, not to view window layers.
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Thaw all:
Thaws all layers in the model area and activates all layers in the model area.
This function bears no relation to the current view of the dialog box.
Colors:
Imports the color configured for each layer from the configuration XML file and sets this
color again in the layer dialog box.
This function bears no relation to the current view of the dialog box.
Freeze/deactivate:
The currently selected layer is deactivated and frozen. The function also considers
identical layers in nested Xrefs.
Thaw/activate:
The currently selected layer is activated and thawed. The function also considers
identical layers in nested Xrefs.
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19 Symbol Construction Layer

The command pr_layfig simplifies the construction of Symbol-dwgs for enTis or
Project symbols respectively. The visibility of symbols in the different views and plan
types is controled by the layer, therefore the newly created geometries have to be
allocated to the relevant layers.
Once the command is called up, the following dialog pops up.
Command: pr_layfig
AutoCAD can associate Objects with the buttons which entail layer and colour settings.
After clicking a dialog button, the dialog will close and a geometie can be selected. By
pressing RETURN, the chosen objects are assigned to the layer- and colour settings,
and one returns to the dialog.
Note: The isolator and metal parts buttons only allocate colours to the selected
objects. The other buttons allocate both colours and layers.
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Purge
The current DWG can be purged (deletion of layers, styles and blocks that are not
needed) using this button. It is recomended to always purge the drawing before taking
it up in the enTis DWG.
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20 Parametric Equipment
Foundation Modeling
With parametric equipment foundation modeling, the geometry of the foundation can be
adjusted freely through the properties dialog.
Parametric equipment foundation modeling includes extended data for the parts list
e.g. reinforcement steel, concrete, excavation.
20.1
Create equipment foundation

/ pr_createEquipmentFoundation /
The pr_createEquipmentFoundation command creates an equipment foundation and

automatically inserts it at point 0, 0, 0.
This component can only be created within a project symbol.
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20.1.1 Foundation geometry

A foundation consists of foundation head, body and base.
Each part of the foundation starts in the form of a cube before being further defined
through input of the values length, width and height.
A foundation can be created with one, two or four heads. The distance between each
head in foundations with multiple heads can be set in the properties dialog using the
Heads distance (X/Y) inputs..
The head is created on one layer and the body and base on another. That way, the
body and base may be frozen or turned off in a drawing.
The insertion point of the foundation is in the middle of the bottom plane of the
foundation head. In the middle of the top end of the foundation head, there is a static
connection point created to position the supporting steel.
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Linking input parameters in properties dialog

Certain geometric parameters of the foundation are linked together:
By default foundations are square and the body has the same dimension as the head.
These values can be overwritten and this automatically eliminates the link. The
parameters which are linked by default are as follows:
Head width = Head length
Body width = Head width
Body length = Head length
20.2
BOM extension of the foundation
In the evaluation of the dimension in a foundation, the following values are also output
in the parts list.
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Concrete Volume [Volume in m] [yd]

Concrete Volume = (Volume of Foundation Head + Volume of Foundation Body) *
Number of Heads + Volume of Foundation Base
Reinforcement Steel [Mass in kg] [lb]

The amount of reinforcement steel is calculated from the concrete volume with the help
of the additional attribute reinforcement steel factor [kg/m3] [lb/yd]:
Reinforcement Steel = Concrete Volume * Reinforcement Steel Factor
The amount of reinforcement steel can be input from which a new reinforcement steel
factor will be deduced once only. From then on, the amount will continue to be
calculated automatically.
Excavation [Volume in m] [yd]

Excavation = Ground Area Foundation Base * (Height Foundation Base + Height
Foundation Body) + Volume of Blinding
Backfilling [Volume in m] [yd]

Backfilling = Excavation (Volume of Foundation Body * Number of Heads) Volume
of Foundation Base Volume of Blinding
Blinding/Subbase [Volume in m] [yd]

Blinding = Height of Blinding * Ground Area of Foundation Base
The Height of Blinding value is from the configuration and cannot be changed by the
user.
Formwork [Area in m] [ft]

Formwork = (Horizontal Perimeter of Foundation Head * Height of Foundation Head +
Horizontal Perimeter of Foundation Body * Height of Foundation Body) * Number of
Heads + Horizontal Perimeter of Foundation Base * Height of Foundation Base
Bitumen Coating [Area in m] [ft]

Bitumen Coating = (Horizontal Perimeter of Foundation Body * Height of Foundation
Body) * Number of Heads + Horizontal Perimeter of Foundation Base * Height of
Foundation Base + Ground Area Foundation Base (Ground Area of Foundation Body
* Number of Heads)
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20.2.1 BOM output

Parts list extensions in the Excel parts list are listed under a separate title below the
3,0
m
m
m
kg
m
m
m
22,9
98,6
57,0
5695,6
0,7
74,4
74,9
3,0
3,0
2,0
4,0
4,0
3,0
3,0
12,0
4,0
4,0
12,0
8,0
10,0
2,0
8,0
2,0
6,0
18,2
116,4
38,7
3620,7
0,5
53,4
102,6
87,6
473,5
203,3
19819,9
2,7
271,9
395,5
4,0
4,0
2,0
2,0
1,0
2,0
1,0
4,0
4,0
3,0
2,0
1,0
2,0
1,0
2,0
2,0
3,0
18,2
116,4
38,7
3620,7
0,5
53,4
102,6
5,4
43,5
11,9
1187,2
0,2
16,2
40,6
22,9
98,6
57,0
5695,6
0,7
74,4
74,9
Total
3,0
Bay =E05 area line
Foundations
foundation - circuit breaker
foundation - busbar disconnector
foundation - busbar post insulator
foundation - center break disconnector
foundation - column
foundation - current transformer
foundation - lightning column
foundation - surge arrester
foundation - transformer
foundation - voltage transformer
Foundations Extensions
Backfilling
Bitumen coating
Concrete
Reinforcement steel
Blinding
Excavation
Formw ork
Bay =E04 transformer bay
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Unit
Bay =E03 busbar
Bay =E02 area line
10
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
10
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
Description
Part 123 kV
Item
no.
parts group they are associated with.
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20.2.2 Material data in enTis

In the foundations parts family in enTis there are materials with the symbol type BOM
extension which are evaluated as foundation extensions.
The component type defines the mass unit under which the BOM extension will be
carried out. BOM extension area is evaluated in m2, BOM extension volume is
evaluated in m3 and BOM extension mass is evaluated in kg.
The attribute which defines which enTis foundation data is to be evaluated as BOM
extension is in the configuration setting.
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20.3
Pier Foundation / pr_createPierFoundation /
The pier foundation contains of the two objects head and body. Both objects are
working with the same diameter.
In all other points the pier foundation reacts the same way like the parametric
equipment foundation do.
From the BOM extensions the pier foundation only works with Concrete, Reinforcement
Steel and Excavation.
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21 Earth Cable Network

21.1
Introduction
An earth cable network consists of:
the network system
earth connections
nodes
The network system is a basic network of earth wires that are laid in the ground
throughout the whole installation. Earth connections join the objects that require
earthing (such as steel posts, scaffolding, devices etc.) with the network system.
Network
Network system
system
Earth
Earth connections
connections
Nodes
Nodes
Schematic illustration of an earth cable network

The components that constitute an earth cable network include:
earth wires (earthing cables, earthing strips)
earth components (terminals, connections, fastenings etc.)
These components can be recorded in a part list.
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21.2
Network system
The network system is developed by drawing individual earth wires.

A network system consists of:
earth wires and
node points
Node
Node points
points
Earth
Earth wires
wires
Schematic illustration of a network system
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21.3
Earthing layers
The following layers are available for the earthing module.

Layer designation
Description
Line width
Earthwire
For earth wires
0.25 mm
Colour
(213*)
EarthNode
For earth nodes
0.25 mm
(213*)
EarthDetailReference
For earth references in the
Default
earthing network
EarthingComp
(50*)
For drawing earth components
0.25 mm
(213*)
* Colour index in AutoCAD
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21.4
Erthing in model management
21.4.1 Folder structure
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21.4.2 Earthing material

It is recomended to create a separate sub-folder for earthing material in the Detail
Symbols folder. Detail symbols can then be placed here (e.g. clamps, cable lugs).
21.4.2.1
Creating earthing materials
An earth wire or detail symbol can be created by a right-click on the Model Manager
folder, through new in the context menu.
Earth wires and material in the model management
21.4.2.2
Deleting
Earthing material can only be deleted when it is not used in a model or in an earth
detail.
21.4.2.3
Copying
Copying earthing material is allowed. Copies can only be inserted into the folders
provided for them, it means earth wires to earth wires, earth components to earth
components. It is also possible to insert copies into other installations.
21.4.2.4
Replace by ...
The "Replace earth wires by ..." and "Replace earth components by ..." can be used to
replace one earthing material with another. This process will appropriately adjust all the
references, and will delete the earthing material that is to be replaced.
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21.4.3 Earth wires

Earth wires are the connecting lines of an earth cable network.
Earth wires in the model management are earth wire definitions. The "Earth wire"
module type does not have a DWG. Earth wires are described by the line type.
Properties
The "Earth wire" model type has the following properties:
Properties window for earth wires / line groups for earth wires
Every earth wire definition must be assigned to a line group. A line group can be
assigned to no more than one earth wire definition. Line groups that have been
assigned are no longer listed in the selection menu.
Default association with a line group:
When a new earth wire is created, it is automatically assigned to the next free line
group (in rising alphabetical order).
Updating the line groups:
When a Primtech model is opened, the current line group for earth wires that are
contained is updated, and the earth wires are displayed, corresponding to the number
of wires, using the line type defined in the line group.
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21.4.4 Earth components, Detail Symbols

The earth components represent terminals, connectors, fastenings etc. Multiple earth
components can be created.
Earth components can only be inserted into earth details. A graphic to illustrate must
be stored for this.
Properties
The "Earth components" model type has the following properties:
Properties window for earth components
21.4.4.1
Drawing earth components
Open the DWG for a created earth component.
The associated symbol must be drawn in the model space for the earth
component. It must be noted that an earth component is a 2D illustration which
is used in the earth details.
Earth component
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21.4.5 Earth details

Earth details contain details relevant both to the drawing and to the part list, and can be
attached to earth nodes, earth connections or to freely definable points. Earth wire
details must be assigned if a correct, complete part list is to be obtained.
An earth detail is made up of earthing material (earth wires and earth components) or
AutoCAD objects. Project symbols, modules or components from enTis can not be
used.
21.4.5.1
Folders for Earthing Details
It is recomended to create a separate sub-folder for earthing material. Detail model

types Earth nodes and earth connection can then be placed here.
21.4.5.2
Detail Earth connection
The earth connection detail corresponds to the detailing of a connecting point of an

earth connection to the earth wire (earth connection point). A earth connection detail
can be assigned to multiple earth connection points.
21.4.5.3
Detail Earth node
The earth node detail corresponds to the detailing of a node point between two earth
wires in the network system (earth node). A earth node detail can be assigned to
multiple earth nodes.
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21.4.5.4
Properties of earth details
Properties window for earth details

Code letter:
Mandatory field, contents freely selectable, displayed in
earth detail reference and in the detail illustration in the drawing container. If the code
letter (or identifier) of an earth detail is changed, the code letter or identifier is changed
in all the earth detail bubbles that are assigned to this detail.
Client identification:
Not mandatory field, contents freely selectable, can be
shown on the drawing as an alternative to the code letter.

Bubble symbol:
Mandatory field, defines the appearance of the alternative
symbols for an earth detail bubble.

Standard symbol:
Alternative symbols: (A)
(B)
(C)
The alternative symbols can only be assigned once each

per project.
21.4.5.5
Embedding earth components in an earth detail
In the model management, open the DWG for the earth detail in which the earth
component is to be inserted.
The PR_insertMMelement command must be used to embed an earth

component in the model space of an earth detail. In the dialog box, select and
insert the desired component.
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21.4.5.6
Embedding earth wires in an earth detail
The PR_insertMMelement command can be used to insert an earth wire in

the model space of an earth detail.
A dialog box opens in which the desired earth wire can be selected.
Enter the earth wire in the earth detail.
The lengths of the inserted earth wires can be specified in the detail with the PR
EARTHBOMINFO command.
The earth wires can also be drawn in at first as AutoCAD polylines and later defined as
earth wires with the PR_EARTHIMPORT command.
Earth wires are always displayed as Continuous lines in an earth detail. The different
line types are only shown in the earth network.
21.4.5.7
Part list information for earth details /pr_earthbominfo/
Part list information that will be evaluated by the primtech part list module can be
extended or edited in earth details.
The PR EARTHBOMINFO command calls up the Edit earth detail definition dialog
box. The part list entries can be edited here.
The command can only be called from within the open earth detail.
Command: pr_earthbominfo
The dialog box appears in two ways:
for "Detail free detail" and "Detail earth node"
for "Detail earth detail"
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Part list information Detail free detail and Detail earth node
The "Edit earth detail definition" dialog box
The "Earth wire" area

All the earth wires used in the detail are listed in the "Earth wire" area. A row is
displayed for each wire type used. Any numerical value can be entered into the
quantity field. (Default=0).
The "Other components" area

All the components used in the detail other than the earth wires are listed in the "Other
components" area. The values are only displayed, and cannot be edited. Because the
values for Matchcode and Unit are extracted from the model management, a
change in the model management entries will also automatically change the
compilation in the earth detail.
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Part list information for "Detail earth connection"
The "Edit earth detail definition" dialog box
The "Earth wire" area

All the earth wires used in the detail are listed in the "Earth wire" area. A row is
displayed for each wire type used.
Quantity:
The numerical value for the quantity field is determined automatically, and cannot be
edited. Quantity = L_det + (if used = Yes ((L_depth + L_height) x number))
L_det:
Freely editable numerical value for the laid wire length in the detail. Default value = 0
Used:
Selection field Yes/No. If Yes, the details from the model management will be taken
into account for the quantity calculation. Default = No.
L_depth:
States the depth at which the network system is laid. The value is maintained in the
model management for the complete installation. Characteristic = Laying depth of earth
wire.
L_height:
Freely editable. Describes the connection height above ground on the framework. The
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value is maintained in the model management for the complete installation.

Characteristic = Height of earth connection
Number:
Freely editable numerical value. Specifies the number of height differences in the
detail.
The "Other components" area

All the components used in the detail other than the earth wires are listed in the "Other
components" area. The values are only displayed, and cannot be edited. Because the
values for "Matchcode" and "Unit" are extracted from the model management, a
change in the model management entries will also automatically change the
compilation in the earth detail.
21.4.5.8
Non-visible accessories
A non-visible accessory that must be evaluated in the part list requires an earth
component with a small geometry to be created. The appropriate part list information
can be assigned to this earth component.
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21.4.5.9
Part list item numbers in the earth detail
The item numbers for earthing material are inserted in the earth detail with the
PR_MSPNUM command.
If an illustration of the functionality of an earth detail is required, the illustration

can be augmented with additional graphics or symbols.
The earth wires and components of the DWG for an earth detail can be edited
by means of the PR_EDIT command.
The earth detail now contains all the information for part list evaluation and for
illustrating the functionality of the earth detail.
Completed earth detail
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21.5
Copying earthing networks from other stations
If part of an installation, all fields from other installations, are copied into the current
project, all the dependent components are copied at the same time. Here this affects:
Earth wires
Earth components
Earth details
21.5.1 Copying with earth details

If models containing earth detail bubbles, or positioned earth details, are copied, then
the earth details must also be copied. Earth details copied from other installations are
automatically assigned new code letters if their identifying letters have already been
assigned in the destination installation.
Earthing materials that are referenced in copied earth details are copied across as well.
21.5.2 Detecting identical earth wires

Earth wires are considered to be identical when the "Matchcode", "Description", "Short
name" and "Manufacturer" characteristics are identical.
In this case, two earth wires are merged into a single earth wire.
21.5.2.1
Line groups in course of copying
In the course of copying it can happen that the line group of an earth wire that is being
copied into an installation is already being used there.
The next free line group is automatically assigned to the copied earth wire.
21.5.3 Detecting identical earth components

Earth components are considered to be identical when the files of the earth
components are compatible at a binary level.
In this case, two earth components are merged into a single earth component.
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21.6
Creating an earthing network
The earthing network can be created, e.g. in a part station or bay of a project.
21.6.1 Inserting earth wires in the model
Call up the PR_insertMMelement command
In the dialog box, select the desired earth wire and insert it in the model.
The earthing network can also be created using AutoCAD polylines and the lines
then defined as earth wires with the PR_EARTHIMPORT function.
The lengths of the earth wires are automatically determined by primtech for the
part list.
The geometrical behaviour of an earth wire corresponds to that of a polyline. The

earth wire can be modified using AutoCAD functions such as extend, trim, fillet, 2D
array, copy etc.
Note: Earth wires are always drawn on Z=0. Even when, in order to draw an earth
wire, a snap point with a Z-height is selected, its Z-height is set to 0. The current
user coordinate system is used as Z=0.
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21.6.2 Inserting earth connections in the model

The network system can be connected to devices or switchgear cabinets with the
PR_EARTHLIN command. Earth connections are shown in green in the network
system, with the Continuous line type.
Note: A particular feature of earth connections is that the earth wire must be brought
upwards from the XY plane of the network system at the device. Because this process
of "bringing it up to the device" does not happen geometrically, the earth wire's drawn
length does not correspond to its true length. Consequently the length of the earth
wires is incorporated in the part list by means of the earth detail for the earth
connections.
The earthing network is complete after the insertion of earth wires and connections.
Sample illustration of a created earthing network
21.6.3 Node points

A node point is the intersection of two earth wires in a network system. A node point is
linked to an earth detail, in which the part list information for the node point is stored.
1-Earth wires; 2-Earth node; 3-Earth connection
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21.6.3.1
Automatically determining the node points
A node point is automatically generated at the intersection of two earth wires.

Rules governing node points:
Earth wires may not intersect more than once.
An earth wire may not intersect itself.
If two separate earth wires end at one transverse line, two node points are created; this
may be entirely necessary when, for instance, connecting to existing plant or when
working in different building phases.
If (because of changed geometry) the node point conditions are no longer satisfied, the
node point disappears, and the detail assigned to the node point, including part list, is
deleted.
21.6.3.2
Geometry of a node point
A geometry is stored for node points, and this is used by primtech to display the node
point. The node point geometry disappears as soon as an earth detail is assigned to
the node point. If the earth detail is removed, the node point appears again.
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21.6.4 Inserting earth detail references in the earthing network
An earth detail reference can only be inserted in the model space of a model.
The PR_insertMMelement function is available in the earthing toolbar for this.
A dialog box opens in which the desired earth detail can be selected.
Now all the earth connections or earth nodes to which the earth detail is to be
assigned can be selected according to the selected earth detail. During the
assignment the node points disappear and the green lines for earth connections
turn lilac. With a Free earth detail, the position at which it is to be stored is
selected.
The reference letters in the model space are only for information concerning which
earth node / connections a detail has already been assigned to. However they will not
be printed
Extract from a finished earthing network with earth detail references.
21.6.4.1
Deleting / repositioning earth detail references
An earth detail reference can be removed using the AutoCAD "Delete" command.
An earth detail reference can be moved to a different position by dragging in AutoCAD
or using the AutoCAD "Move" command. The earth detail reference and the node are
moved together here. The node is updated if the network system is changed.
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21.6.5 Editing an earthing network

The PR_EDIT command can be used to open the primtech properties dialog box.
PR_EDIT dialog box
Earth wires
A marked earth wire can be edited using PR_EDIT. Hence an earth wire can also be
changed to another earth wire.
Number of wires
A number of wires (0 4) can be assigned to the earth wire.
Depending on the number of wires that has been set, and the configured line group
(property of the earth wire), a different line type will be used for the display.
Number of wires 1-4

Length
A length is drawn for every earth wire, and this is displayed in the properties dialog box.
The "Length" attribute can be overwritten manually. If the length is overwritten, the
change to the drawn earth wire length does not have any effect on the "Length"
attribute. An overwritten length is displayed in italics. Length values that have been
overwritten can be reset by removing the overwritten length that has been entered. It is
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also possible to reset the length value for multiple earth wires. If one or more wires with
overwritten lengths are found in the selection of earth wires being copied, the software
will ask whether the overwritten lengths should be retained or whether they should be
reset to the drawn lengths.
All manually adapted earth wires in the earthing network can be marked with the
PR_EARTHHLWIRE command.
Part list evaluation
The Part list evaluation attribute will activate or deactivate part list evaluation. This is,
for instance, necessary for existing earth wires that ought not to be included in the part
list evaluation.
Earth detail
Earth details can also be changed retrospectively in the model space of the earthing
network using the PR_EDIT command. At this point only the match code (i.e. the
detail) can be changed.
21.6.6 Export earthing network /pr_earthexport/

An earthing network is saved in a DWG file using the PR_EARTHEXPORT
command.
Only earth wires from the model space of the current DWG are exported. Neither
terminals nor detail bubbles are exported. Externally referenced earth wires are also
not taken into account. All earth wires are assigned Layer 0 and line type
Continuous in the exported DWG.
21.6.7 Import earthing network /pr_earthimport/

The PR_EARTHIMPORT can convert polylines into earth wires.
Command: pr_earthimport
Select polyline:
After selecting the polylines that are to be imported, an earth wire must be assigned. All
the polyline objects that have been marked for import are converted into earth wires of
the selected type.
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21.7
Creating an earthing plan
The foundation plan with the complete earthing network and associated detail
illustrations are shown on the earthing plan.
21.7.1 Creating the earthing plan

Earthing plans are created in a drawing container.
A reference to the part of the station in which the earthing network is contained
is inserted in the model space of the drawing container (command
PR_DRWMOD).
Select the PR_CREATELAYOUT command in the drawing container
In the dialog box which opens, select Earthing and construct the layout for the
earthing plan.
Align the automatically created view window with the earthing network.
The earthing plan has been successfully created.
21.7.2 Embedding earthing bubbles
Execute the PR_EARTHBUB command in the created layout.
Select the view window with the earthing network.
Select the earth detail references and confirm the selection. (Multiple selection
possible, even from different earth detail references)
Position the bubbles in the layout.
Further guide lines are added to the earthing bubble with the
PR_EARTHBEDIT command and hence an earthing bubble is connected to
several earth detail references.
All earth detail references are marked for later print-out.
21.7.2.1
Earth detail bubbles without guide lines
A guide line that has been selected can be hidden using the context menu ("Hide guide
line").
The command PR_SHOWBUBBLELEADER must be used to show a hidden guide
line.
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Command: pr_ShowBubbleLeader
Select bubbles or foot points:
21.7.2.2
Multiple selection when inserting an earth detail bubble
When positioning the earth detail bubble there is an option for multiple selection of
earth detail references.
The foot point of the earth detail bubble is found for each earth detail bubble on the
basis of the selected earth detail reference. The insertion point of the earth detail
bubble is specified for one single bubble; the foot points of the guide lines of all the
other earth detail bubbles are then placed in exactly the same manner as the first earth
detail bubble.
21.7.3 Inserting illustrations of the earth detail

The part list manager should be updated before the earth detail references are inserted
(open the part list manager and execute the Purge and Read in all symbols
commands under the Functions menu tab.
Execute the PR_EARTH function in the layout space of the drawing container.
A dialog box opens in which an earth detail can be selected.
The earth detail illustration and the associated detail captions, which are
automatically inserted, can now be positioned in the layout space.
Using the familiar AutoCAD commands, earth details in the layout can be deleted again
or moved.
21.7.4 Activate alternative symbols /pr_earthsymb/

It is possible to change between standard and alternative symbols for the bubble
symbol in a loaded AutoCAD file of a drawing container. The status that has currently
been selected is stored in the DWG, and recreated the next time the DWG is loaded.
If an alternative symbol has not been assigned to a detail bubble, then the bubble
symbol will continue to be displayed for the bubble even when the display of alternative
symbols has been set.
Command: pr_earthsymb
Bubble symbol geometry: [Standard/Customer identifier/Alternative symbol]
<Standard>:
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21.7.5 Display earth wire in foreground /pr_showInFront/

Using the PR_SHOWINFRONT command, earth wires can be moved to the
foreground of a drawing derivative to make them visible in the event of being hidden.
The command is only valid in the paper space.
Completed sample earthing plan
21.7.6 Line type scaling

The line types are configured so that an LTSCALE of 100 should be set in the drawing
container.
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21.8
Part list evaluation for the earth cable network
21.8.1 Totalling
Earth wires of the same type are added together to a single earth wire with a total
length.
21.8.2 Part list groups and units for earth wires and earth components
Earth wires are always output in the "Earth wires" part list group. Earth components are
always output in the "Earth components" part list group.
21.8.3 Part list evaluation "Earth wire network system"

The "Total length" from the properties dialog box is evaluated as the length of
conductor. The match code is taken from the drawn earth wire.
21.8.4 Part list evaluation "Earth wire earth connection"

An earth connection is simply implemented as a stroke that does not carry any part list
information. The earth connection itself is not taken into account by the part list
evaluation. The detail assigned to the earth connection contains all the part list
information.
21.8.5 Evaluating the earth detail references

Rather than the earth detail bubble, it is the earth detail reference in the model that is
relevant to the evaluation. For every earth detail reference, the part list data is read
from the associated earth detail. All the earth detail references in the model are
evaluated.
21.8.6 Existing earth wires

Earth wires that already exist must also be drawn, but should not be included by the
part list function. The part list evaluation feature is deactivated for these earth wires in
the properties dialog box.
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22 Lightning protection calculation

Command: Pr_LightProt
The lightning protection calculation generates area objects in AutoCAD that are
shielded from lightning strikes by the lightning protection system. The protection can be
examined based on lightning rods as well as wires.
The protected volume can be output in addition to the protected area.
22.1
Parameters
The buttons and input boxes are described below.
22.1.1 Lightning protection height

The lightning protection height is defined as the distance to Z=0. The protection height
defines the distance with which the lightning protection area is calculated. Typically this
is the top of the components to be protected.
The height can either be entered as a value in mm or clicked in the 3D model.
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22.1.2 Layers
The result of the lightning protection calculation is an AutoCAD region. The LAYER
selection list can be used to set the layer on which this region will be generated.
22.1.3 Lightning protection devices

Wire-ends or the tips of lightning protection rods can be selected respectively. The
dialog box is closed and the wire and/or rod points can be picked in the 3D model.
Choose wires
Any number of lightning protection wires can be selected.
The lightning protection wires generated are shown as a red line.
Wire sag
Input the wire sag (in %) that should be taken into consideration for the lighting
protection calculation. This value is valid for all selected wires in the calculation.
Choose rods
Any number of rod points of lightning protection rods can be selected. The selected
rod points are each displayed as a red ball.
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22.2
Input specific to Rolling Sphere Method
22.2.1 Sphere radius / Protection Class

Here you can choose the protections classes as defined in the IEC-62305-1 norm. The
protection class determines the sphere radius.
An arbitrary number can also be given in.
22.2.2 Protection volume

This setting will display the protected volume - instead of the protected area as a 3D
volume model.
22.2.3 Ground level

This determines the Z-height level on which the sphere will roll, if the substation is on a
Z-Height not equal to zero.
Calculations on an inclined plane are not possible.
22.2.4 Tolerance
The calculation with wires is approximated by calculating with rods placed along the
wires. This leads to a geometrical deviation between the chosen wire and the curve
resulting from the rods.
The tolerance sets the maximum deviation of the rods to the wire.
This value does not reflect the actual deviation of the calculation. The calculation is
carried out very close to the exact result most of the time.
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22.3
Input specific to VDE 0101 Method
In the VDE-Method, the calculation for rod and wires must be carried out separately.
22.3.1 Iteration steps

For the protection area calculation, the wires are split into individual reference points.
The distance between two such points along a wire represents an iteration step. The
smaller the distance, the more precise the resulting calculation but also the longer the
calculation time.
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22.3.2 Calculation for height above 25 meters

The calculation on which the lightning protection calculation is based is only valid for a
height of 25 meters. If the user selects objects with a height of more than 25 meters the
following message appears for the lightning protection calculation:
Maximal height of 25m exceeded. Wrong calculation!
Double-clicking on the Protection height display text in the dialog box switches it to
BL_H>25m. The calculation can now be performed for heights above 25 meters.
The results of the calculation for heights above 25 meters must be evaluated by the
user!
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22.4
how to fix problems in displaying protection volumes
22.4.1 Calculating protection volumes

In certain constellations (sphere radius in combination with rod height) the calculation
of protection volumes has the problem of not being able to merge the protection
volume solids. This is especially unaesthetic since solids to be subtracted (spheres)
cannot be subtracted and therefore the spheres remain suspended.
You will get the following information.
Manual union/subtraction
In case of errors, the failed Union/Subtraction (AutoCAD command UNION and
SUBTRACT) can be carried out manually.
In certain cases, we found out that the operation works if minor marginal conditions are
altered, such as viewing direction, order of selection or moving the volume to a different
position and then back again.
Changing the sphere radius

For the lightning protection calculation, it is possible to enter an arbitrary sphere radius.
If the union of the volume solids with a diameter of e.g. 20m doesnt work, the radius
can still be varied slightly to a point where AutoCAD can carry out the
union/subtraction.
Changing the ground level

In addition, the ground level can be altered. Small variations thereof can lead to a
positive result.
Unfortunately, we dont see any possibilities to increase the performance of the
protection volumes. We use an AutoCAD function for union/subtraction which might
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become more performant in the next AutoCAD version and thereby invoke fewer
errors.
22.4.2 Calculating protection areas

Calculating protection areas, in order to be output to drawings, actually works reliably.
That is so, even when the calculation of the protection volume could not be carried out.
22.4.3 Radius of lightning sphere to low

When the sphere radius is smaller than the height of a lightning protection rod or
smaller than the height of a lightning protection wire you will get the following message.
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Lightning protection rods

In this cases for lightning rods we calculate the protected area with the radius of the
sphere. So in your calculation you will see the red dot of the selected rod above the
protected area.
Lightning protection wires

I this cases we take the two endpoints of the wire and calculate it like a rod. So the
area under the wire is not protected-
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22.4.4 Calculation examples

The following are examples that were carried out using the primtech lightning
protection calculation function.
Calculation with a slopping spanned wire
Combined calculation with rods and wires
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Protection volume with 46 rod and protection class II
Protection volume with 46 rod and protection class III
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23 Clearance Calculation
23.1
Procedure for clearance calculation
Step 1 Drawing container with Detail Level 1

The clearance calculation should ideally always be carried out with Detail Level 1.
Create a drawing container and set the detail level to 1. The next time the container is
opened it will remember and retain this setting.
Step 2 - Phase checker

The phase checker creates a copy of the 3D substation model and allocates all
geometries to object types e.g. live phases (phase 1, 2, 3), insulators, grounded parts
etc. The clearance calculation cannot be carried out if the phase checker does not
completely and successfully segment the substation model into the relevant object
types.
Step 3 Clearance calculation

Based on the model output from the phase checker, the clearance calculation will be
carried out to check if the minimum distances have been maintained.
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23.2
Phase checker
The phase checker creates a temporary copy of the 3D model as a precursor to the
clearance calculation. In this copy, the objects are then structured such that it is known
which geometries are to be checked for minimum distance against each other.
23.2.1 Object recognition

In the process of object recognition all solids within a primtech model are analyzed,
even if they are pure AutoCAD solids and not primtech solids. In accordance to the
object recognition logic, all solids will be sorted into one of the following object types
whereby each object type will be set in its own layer:
Insulators
All geometries which have the color 22 will be taken as insulators. This is also valid for
insulators that are within enTis objects.
Streets
primtech streets object type will be set to streets. During object recognition, the value
access height must be available. Given the access height, a 3D object will be created
along the street and then used for the clearance calculation.
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Fences
primtech fence object type will be set to fences.
Ground Level
A horizontal plane at Z=0 will be taken as ground level.
Live parts with the same phase

Given on a chosen wire or tube, all touching wires/tubes/solids or conducting
equipment will be followed through until an insulator is reached. All these connected
parts, apart from the insulator will belong to the same phase.
In order to follow the conduction of electricity through conducting equipment, all

electrical connection points to the equipment are analyzed and pairs formed of those
with the least distance to each other. Each pair is then seen logically as a single livephase-connection. This allows for differentiated following of the paths of several
phases through the equipment.
All solids in the equipment between two such electrical connection pairs that can be
reached without crossing an insulator and are not touched by the other phases will be
considered to belong to the same phase as the connection pair.
In some cases e.g. with circuit breakers, the phase will be continued after the insulator.
Grounded parts
All objects that do not belong to any of the above object types are taken to be
grounded parts.
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23.2.2 Solution to possible problems during object recognition

Insulators are not recognised
This usually has two causes.

a) Detail level has not been set to 1. In several geometries of electrical equipment the
insulator has been set to color 22 only in Detail Level 1.
Solution: Switch model to Detail Level 1 and redo calculation.
b) Some objects look correct i.e. the insulator is colored red, but are nevertheless not
being recognized. With such objects, it is highly probable that the color setting of the
insulator has not been set to color 22.
Solution: check and adjust color settings for the equipment. enTis objects have to be
first converted into project symbols.
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Phase following fails

In some cases the automatic phase following fails. This can be easily recognized in
that all live parts are allocated to Phase 1 or that grounded parts are allocated to Phase
1.
This usually happens when a wire is connected directly to a steel construction (mostly
transmission masts) then the steel conducts to the next phase and as a result all
objects are seen as live parts. Solution: Insert the missing string.
23.2.3 View of Dialog

In the Clearances Report dialog, the object types identified in the model are listed.
Selecting an object type leads to the object type group being highlighted in the model.
Pressing and holding the shift key while selecting another group leads to it being
additionally highlighted next to the already selected group.
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23.3
Clearance calculation
The maintenance of minimum distances in the substation will be based on the model
processed by the phase checker. All object distances that undercut the minimum
distances will be displayed in the 3D model. The following minimum distances can be
calculated:
Phase - Phase
Distance between parts that conduct electricity (i.e. wires, tubes as well as equipment
connection points).
Phase - Earth
Distance between live parts and grounded parts
Phase - Street
The 3D object created along the street using the access height value given to the
phase checker is used for the clearance calculation. The minimum distances between
the live parts and the above 3D object are checked.
Phase - Fence
The horizontal distances between live parts and the fence are checked. The fence is
taken as infinitely high.
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Phase Ground Level

Distances between live parts and ground level are checked.
Insulator Ground Level

The distance between the co-ordinates of the lowest edge of the insulator and the
ground are checked.
23.3.1 The calculation

All areas of one of the groups (Phase1, 2, 3 / grounded ) are compared to all areas
of another group and the minimum distance is ascertained.
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23.3.2 Display of warnings in the dialog

The calculated minimum distances are shown below the respective object groups in the
dialog.
Selecting an entry leads to it being highlighted in the model. Pressing and holding the
shift key while selecting another group leads to it being additionally highlighted next to
the already selected group.
Double clicking an entry leads to the object group being highlighted and zoomed in to
fill the screen.
At the respective node above the context menu, there is the option to select all. If
selected, all clearances in the model are then highlighted.
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23.4
Clearances settings
In this dialog, the default settings for the clearance calculation as well as the display
can be made.
Phases Creation
Setting the maximum distance two conductors are allowed to be - in order to be
considered one continuous phase - during phase following by the phase checker.
Visual Style
The visual style Clearances is used for optimal visual display results.
Warnings
When activated, if there are multiple minimum distance breaches between two objects,
only the shortest distance will be displayed. All other breaches between the two objects
will be suppressed.
Colors
Layer colors to be used by the individual objects.
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Inactive Element Color

Color and transparence settings for objects not selected.
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24 Integration of AutoCAD
Architecture / MEP
24.1
Load styles / pr_styleload /
All the styles and settings required for modelling and drawing creation with AutoCAD
Architecture (ACA) or AutoCAD MEP (MEP) are loaded into the currently opened file
with the pr_styleload command.
The command offers different options with which the required styles can be loaded. As
styles require memory space in the files in which they are loaded, it is recommended to
load only those options that are actually needed.
Command: pr_styleload (Layout / Aca / Mep / ALle): L
24.1.1 Option Layout/ Views

Needed for creating drawings.
Loads General settings; these are basic configurations such as drawing units, layer
key style, annotation scale and display configurations.
24.1.2 Option Architecture

Required for modelling buildings.
Loads General settings + ACA styles
ACA styles loads primtech component styles which are predefined for modelling
building models.
Styles for Architectural objects, Documentation objects and Multi-purpose objects
are also imported. After the import, the styles are visible in the Style Manager
(_AECSTYLEMANAGER).
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24.1.3 Option Building Services Engineering

Required for modelling building services.
Loads General settings + MEP styles
MEP styles loads primtech component styles which are predefined for modelling
building services.
Styles for Documentation objects, Electrical objects, Ventilation objects, Multipurpose objects, Pipe system objects, Sanitary objects and Diagram objects are
also imported. After the import, the styles are visible in the Style Manager
(_AECSTYLEMANAGER).
24.1.4 Option All

Loads General settings + ACA styles + MEP styles
24.1.5 Styles are already present?

If styles with identical names are already present in the current model, they will be
overwritten by pr_styleload.
24.1.6 Greyed out command options

The Layout and ACA options are only available if ACA or MEP is loaded. The MEP and
ALL options are only available if MEP is loaded.
Thus none of the loading options is available if only AutoCAD is loaded.
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25 Single line diagram

25.1
Circuit symbols / branches in enTis
Symbols and branches for creating single line diagrams are provided in enTis in the
Single Line part family. The Single Line part family itself contains no symbols and is
divided into the two part families, Circuit symbols and Branches
25.1.1 Circuit symbol part family

Individual circuit symbols are provided in this part family.
Circuit symbols are primarily classified by the attributes Standard and Symbol type.
Standard
The following choices are available:
IEC 60617
ANSI 315
Symbol type
Switching devices
Earthing, protective devices
Links, connections
Converters, measuring devices
Symbols
Other electrical devices
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25.1.2 Branches part family

Predefined branches are provided in this part family.
Branches are primarily classified by the attributes Standard and Symbol type.
The selection values for Standard are identical to those for circuit symbols.
Symbol type
1.5 circuit breaker
Single busbar
Double busbar
Triple busbar
25.2
Circuit symbols
Circuit symbols are inserted as Xrefs which reference an enTis component. During
insertion, the insertion point and the angle of rotation are requested.
Scaling is not requested. This is always set to 1,1,1.
A circuit symbol consists of a geometry and three attributes.
The geometry can be freely defined and can also include text, as shown in the example
below.
Bay name
-E01
Geometry
Customer identifier
-Q
RCN/RFC
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25.2.1 Geometric editing of circuit symbols

A circuit symbol has several handles. One for the geometry and one for each attribute.
K3
-Q9
K3
-Q9
AutoCAD handles for circuit symbols
Moving
Both geometry and attributes are moved with the geometry handle; only the selected
attribute text is moved with the attribute handles.
Deleting
It is always the complete symbol, i.e. geometry and attributes, that is deleted.
Rotating and reflecting circuit symbols

It is possible to rotate and reflect the geometry independently of the attributes.
Once a circuit symbol has been selected, the Rotate circuit symbol and Reflect
circuit symbol functions are available for this via the context menu.
If the geometry contains text, this will be correctly aligned after the transformation.
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25.2.2 Circuit symbol attributes

When the pr_edit command is applied to a circuit symbol, the Properties dialog box
shown below appears.
The RCN module number, the RFC module number, the customer identification and
the bay name can be entered here.
RCN - Resource code:

The RCN is formed according to the following rule:
RCN = base RCN + RCN module number
The value for Base RCN is defined in enTis and cannot be changed.
RFC - Reference code:

The RCN is formed according to the following rule:
RFC = base RFC + RFC module number
The value for Base RFC is defined in enTis and cannot be changed.
Customer identifier:
A customer-specific identifier which can be shown on the circuit symbol can be entered
here.
Bay name
A bay name which will be shown on the circuit symbol can be entered here. The bay
name is only shown on the circuit symbol if a corresponding attribute is provided on the
symbol.
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25.3
Branches
Branches consist of several circuit symbols and additional geometry, normally lines
with which the circuit symbols are interconnected.
After a branch has been inserted from enTis, it no longer forms a logical unit but rather
it is merely individual circuit symbols with interconnecting lines.
Branches always use the latest revision status of the circuit symbols
When a branch is newly inserted into AutoCAD from enTis, it is always the last
released version of the circuit symbols used in the branch that is imported.
The circuit symbols in a model can be updated to the latest enTis version with the
pr_entisupdaterevision command.
25.4
Switching between RCN and RFC, and showing the

customer resource code
In the properties dialog it is possible to determine for the whole single line diagram
whether the RCN or the RFC is to be shown on the circuit symbols. It is also possible
to define whether the customer identifier should be shown or not. The selection
operates on all circuit symbols that are inserted afterwards.
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26 Creating drawings
26.1
Structure of a primtech drawing
Drawings can consist of one or more sheets (layouts). If a drawing consists of several
sheets, the drawing number will be identical and the sheet number is incremented
(sheet 1 of n).
Within the frame, view windows with defined properties are generated via the derivation
functions, which are explained in more detail below. View windows are assigned to a
sheet so that deleting a sheet also deletes the associated view window. Within a sheet,
it is possible to generate any number of view windows.
Drawing frames are always inserted in the layout space.
Drawing sheets
Sheets are objects used in model management. Special attributes of the models from
which they have been derived are passed on to sheets. The drawing sheet data is
entered in the Model Management and can be found via the Model Management.
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26.2
Drawing containers
Drawing containers are objects used in model management in which drawing

derivatives are created. The model from which a drawing derivative is created is
referenced here as an Xref to the drawing container.
Drawing containers can only be created in the drawing container folder.
Sub-folders can be created for structuring purposes.
Any number of drawing derivatives can be created within a drawing container.
Creating drawing containers

A new, empty drawing container can be created in the model management via the
New / New drawing container context menu.
Copying drawing containers

In the Model Management, a drawing container can be copied via Copy from the
context menu or drag & drop. The copy created still references the same model.
Drawing containers can only be copied within the same station.
Moving drawing containers

In the Model Management, a drawing container can be moved via Cut and Paste
from the context menu or via drag & drop holding the shift key down. The container
moved still references the same model.
Drawing containers can only be moved within the same station.
Check-in / check-out
The individual drawing container folders can be checked in and out separately and
independently of their referenced model.
Special case check-in: If a drawing container is checked in that references a new
model that does not yet exist on the server, this model is transferred to the server. The
referenced model remains checked out.
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26.2.1 Inserting a model reference in drawing containers / pr_DrwMod /

A model of the station can be referenced to the drawing container with the pr_DrwMod
command. The complete station cannot be referenced.
Command: pr_DrwMod
The referenced model is automatically inserted on layer 0 and positioned at the origin
of the coordinate system.
Only one model per drawing container can be referenced.
It is not possible to edit the model reference by copying, moving, rotating, positioning
etc.
Deleting a model reference

Model references can be removed with the AutoCAD Delete command.
Comment: The drawing derivatives created (layouts) are retained. In this case, the
view windows refer to an empty model space.
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26.3
Title blocks and drawing frames in the model

management
All the frames / title blocks used in a project are managed by the model management.
The Title blocks/Frames folder is available for this purpose.
This folder can be freely structured by adding sub-folders.
26.3.1 Frames and title blocks as project components

Title blocks and frames are referenced to the drawing file as Xrefs.
Using these, it is possible to see in the model management which frames/title blocks
are used in which model.
Project title blocks/frames are always automatically updated when a file in which they
are used is opened. Thus if the client title block in the model management has been
changed and a file is opened in which an older version of the title block was already
inserted, the changed, new version will automatically be imported.
26.3.2 Inserting frames and title blocks in the layout

In earlier versions of primtech, the frame and title block were combined into a block.
Since primtech 11 these have been inserted independently of one another as a Xref.
Consequently an inserted frame e.g. can be deleted independently of the title block
within a drawing layout and be replaced by another, e.g. an oversized frame.
Replace with...
Using the Replace with ... function, frames/title blocks can be replaced with other
frames/title blocks. The attributes of a filled-out title block will be transferred to the new
title block in the process.
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26.3.3 Model management characteristics for title blocks/frames

Model management characteristics for title blocks
Matchcode:
The matchcode is generated automatically and cannot be edited.
Matchcode = Title block layout + Language
Model management characteristics for frames
Matchcode:
The matchcode is generated automatically and cannot be edited.
Matchcode = Frame layout + Language + Format
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26.3.4 Copying title blocks/frames

Copying existing project title blocks/frames
Project title blocks/frames can be copied from existing projects into the current project.
Copying drawings with project title blocks/frames

When drawings containing a project title block/frame are to be copied into another
station, the referenced project title block/frame in the model management will also be
copied.
Merging identical title blocks/frames

If project title blocks or frames are identical, they will be merged automatically during
copying.
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26.3.5 Standard title block / frame

Title blocks/frames are subdivided into :
Standard title blocks / frames
Client title blocks / frames
The type in question will be apparent from the display symbol in the model
management.
Standard title blocks / frames are provided and referenced into a project by enTis. A
standard title block has no file of its own within a project; it merely has a reference to a
title block stored in enTis.
A standard title block cannot be altered, it always coincides 1:1 with the title block
stored in enTis.
Creating a new title block / frame

Using the Add from enTis function - located in the context menu of the Title
blocks/Frames folder or in one of the sub-folders it contains - a new standard title
block/frame can be loaded from enTis into the current project.
26.3.6 Client title block / frame

A client title block/frame is a customized, project-specific title block/frame which is
independent of enTis.
26.3.6.1
Creating a new title block / frame
A new client title block/frame can be created using the Create client title block and
Create client frame functions, found via the context menu in the Title
blocks/Frames folder. A new, empty model is created in the model management.
This model must be opened and a frame or a title block inserted from enTis. During
insertion from enTis, the model is automatically exploded with its source. After that
there is no longer any connection with enTis; the model can be customized as desired.
26.3.6.2
Converting the standard title block / frame
A standard text block/frame can be converted to a client text block/frame by means of

the Convert to function in the context menu.
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26.3.6.3
Support during the preparation of client frames / title blocks
The following is a description of what support is provided for creating a client text block.
Comment: No check is carried out to see if the created file for the title block / frame
has the correct contents and is usable. It is user who must check this.
Template geometries in enTis

Files containing all the components (layers, colors, dimensions, attributes .) that are
relevant for creating a title block/frame can be provided via enTis. These can then be
quickly adapted to the layout required for a client title block.
Bitmaps in client title blocks

Logos or other images are frequently required in title blocks. These should not be
inserted with the AutoCAD _image function as the image file will then be inserted as
an Xref and will not be available to another workstation.
Bitmaps should be inserted into a title block as OLE objects with the "_insertobj"
command. The image file should have the *.BMP format for this.
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26.3.6.4
Attributes in client title blocks / pr_createAttributeDefinition /
Attributes can be created for title blocks with pr_createAttributeDefinition.

Command: pr_createAttributeDefinition
After the command starts, a new attribute definition with the text New attribute is
attached to the cursor. The text can be detached. The text is created with the values
currently set in AutoCAD for Layer/Color/Text style.
After that, the newly created attribute definition can be edited with pr_edit.
Name
For the name, a list is displayed with the attribute names known in primtech. Thus the
user can access these quickly and conveniently for the definition. However he can also
supply a name of his own.
Default value
This value is read in and set when an attribute is inserted in a model for the first time.
After that, e.g. when reloading a model in which a title block is inserted, the default
value will no longer be accessed.
Colour, Layer, Style, Alignment, Height, Rotation, Width factor, Oblique

These values correspond in their function to those of an AutoCAD text.
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Position locked
This controls whether the attributes may be moved by the user during insertion.
Position locked should be activated for the title block.
26.3.6.5
Styles for title block and frame
Styles with the same name describe a standardized layout for a title block or frame.
The same style can be created in different languages.
For frames, the same style can additionally be found in different formats.
When creating a drawing, it is only necessary to select a style and a language or
format; primtech then selects the correct title block/frame.
A style is used for a title block as follows

The geometry of the title block and the attributes used within remain the same but the
texts in the block such as, e.g., scale or creator are then implemented in the respective
language.
A style is used for frames as follows

Here, a standardized frame layout is combined in a language with all the available
paper formats. Within a style, each format may be used only once for the same
language.
Equality of the Title block style or Frame style entry

The equality of the textual entry is tested as follows:
- Leading and trailing spaces are removed
- Upper/lower case is not taken into account
Language value Multilingual

When a drawing is being created, the Title block style, the Frame style and the
language are selected. Title blocks and frames which have Multilingual assigned to
them in the model management can be used for all languages.
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26.4
Creating a drawing derivative / pr_createlayout /
Drawing derivatives are created using the Create layout" dialog box. Drawing creation
templates for creating new drawing derivatives are provided there.
The dialog consists of the tree areas TreeView, ListView, and PropertyView.
Command: pr_createlayout
The drawing creation dialog box opens
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26.4.1 Selecting drawing templates

Drawing creation templates, organized thematically, are provided by a folder structure.
For a selected folder, all drawing creation templates under this node are displayed in
the ListView.
26.4.1.1
Displaying drawing templates in the ListView
The ListView shows all drawing creation templates for the folder marked in the
TreeView.
Type of drawing template

The icon in the first column symbolizes the type of drawing creation with which the
drawing creation template creates a drawing. The following types of drawing template
are available:
Plan type Plan view
Plan type Front view
Plan type ISO view
Plan type Sectional view
Template
Template with field function
Plan type
Textual description of the drawing creation template.
Format
Sheet format that is preset for the drawing creation template.
The Format field of the View property is initialized with this value.
Scale
Scale that is preset for the drawing creation template.
The Scale field of the View property is initialized with this value.
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26.4.1.2
PropertyView
The entries that are required for the drawing derivative being created are made in the
Property View. The settings made here are applied to the selected drawing creation
template.
Language
If a language is set, only those styles that are available in the selected language are
offered in the selection for frame style and title block style.
Format
Defines the desired sheet format.
Title block style

All the title block styles defined in the project that are available in the specified
language are offered for selection. Title blocks for which no DWG file is stored are not
offered for selection in the dialog box.
If a required title block style in the selected language is not offered for selection, this
must be reloaded into the current project using Add from enTis
Frame style
The behavior is identical to that for the title block style; however the frame style must
additionally be available in the defined format.
Add from enTis

If the Add from enTis... item has been selected for Title block style or Frame style,
enTis will only be displayed for selection after clicking on OK.
After selecting a standard title block/frame, the user must select yet another project
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folder in which the title block/frame is to be created.

The new title blocks/frames will only be visible in the model management after the
DWG has been saved.
If the frame/title block selected in enTis has already been created in the current project,
it will not be created a second time. The already existing project component will be
used.
Title block style / frame style not unique

In a small number of cases it may happen that for the selected styles, several files
meeting the defined constraints (language, format) are present in the project. In these
cases, multiple identical entries are presented for selection in the particular style.
Renaming the styles in the project should then ensure unique naming.
Scale
The scale applied to all view windows of the newly created layout.
Drawing number
Designates a unique drawing number within a file. The drawing numbers already used
in a file are offered for selection.
Sheet
The sheet number is always assigned to a drawing number.
The drawing number/sheet combination must be unique within a file.
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26.4.2 Creating drawings using plan types

A plan type is composed of the two components derivation function and layer list.
Frequently required plan types are predefined in primtech; the plan types can be freely
expanded to company requirements.
Derivation functions
The derivation function generates the view window and sets the required drawing
derivative. primtech provides the following derivation functions:
Plan type Plan view
Plan type Front view
Plan type ISO view
Plan type Sectional view
Layer list
Which layers are visible within a view window is specified in the Layer list. All other
layers are frozen.
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26.4.3 Creating drawings using templates

With this method of creating drawings, the drawings are created using templates. A
template corresponds in principle to a completely defined layout which is used as a
model for creating drawings.
In contrast to a plan type, this template layout can contain more than one view window
and there may already be additional geometries such as, e.g., labels in the layout.
The layouts of the templates are used as a basis for drawing creation and are adapted
to the additional settings made by the user.
Language
When drawing derivatives are produced using templates, they may already contain
labels. Labels that are located on the layout are set to the selected language.
Scale for templates

In templates, several view windows can be predefined within a layout. These view
windows can have different scales in the template.
If the value Original is selected for the scale, the scales for the view windows will be
adopted 1:1 from the template and will not be changed.
If a scale is selected, the scales of all view windows of the newly created layout are
converted to the selected scale.
Layer settings for templates

The layer settings of the view window stored in the template are applied. The
respective setting is adopted for each view window, including the Layout view window.
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26.4.4 Creating drawings by means of templates with virtual bay grid

In this method of drawing creation, a fully prepared drawing referenced to a virtual bay
grid is stored in the template. As the result of drawing creation you obtain the same
views as the views that were originally set for the bay grid in the template for the new
bay selected via the Bay Selection dialog box.
Multiple selection of bays

Several bays can be selected in the Bay selection dialog box. Drawing derivatives are
created for all selected bays.
Thus sheets from 1 to n are created (each sheet is a separate layout) for the entered
drawing number.
Layer settings with the virtual bay grid option

Here the layer settings for the view windows are applied and additionally a bay-related
layer setting is made, i.e. for the selected bay the layers for the bay are shown; for all
other bays the layers are hidden.
Assigning a new virtual bay grid / pr_assignvirtualbaygrid /

With this function, a new virtual bay can be assigned to an existing layout which
represents a virtual bay. The Bay selection dialog box opens, as for inserting a new
layout. All view windows are retained and only the bay shown in the view windows is
different afterwards.
Comment: References to bubbles are not re-referenced to the new bay.
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26.4.5 Naming a layout

The layouts in AutoCAD are automatically named by primtech.
There is a rule stored in the configuration for this.
In the basic installation the layout name is formed from Drawing number + Sheet
number. Depending on the configuration, however, a company-specific rule can be
stored here.
Layout name updates automatically

The layout name is always automatically adapted when the naming has to change due
to altered values which influence the rule, i.e. if, for example, the drawing number or
the sheet number changes and these are included in the rule, the layout name changes
automatically.
Layout name = Matchcode for the sheet

The matchcode for the sheet in the model management and the name of the
associated layout in AutoCAD are always generated with the same rule, i.e. they are
always identical unless the layout name has been manually overwritten.
26.4.5.1
Manually overwrite layout name
The automatic updating of the layout name remains active until the layout name in
AutoCAD has been manually overwritten. Thereafter the layout name no longer
updates.
Resetting overwritten layout names / pr_clearLayoutName /

A manually overwritten layout name can be reset again with the pr_clearLayoutName
command, i.e., the layout name will once again be generated by the rule.
Editing an attribute that is relevant to the rule

Starting situation: A layout name in AutoCAD has been manually overwritten.
A value for an attribute included in the rule has changed. The change can take place by
editing the title block, or in the model management.
The user will now receive a message asking whether the manually overwritten layout
name is to be updated. If the response is No, the manually overwritten name remains.
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26.4.5.2
Management of non-primtech layouts
Starting with primtech 11, layouts that were not produced with primtech functions for
drawing creation will also be shown as sheets in the model management.
Exception: If a layout has the name Layout1, this will not be shown as a sheet in the
model management.
26.4.5.3
Layouts before primtech 11
When a file with layouts that were created before primtech 11 is opened, the stock
layouts contained therein will not be automatically adapted to the new rule.
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26.4.6 Other functions

26.4.6.1
Creating an additional view window / PR_VPORT /
This function is used to create a view window to which a plan type is assigned for layer
control.
The dialog box shown below is displayed for this purpose. Via the plan type you can
define which derivation function and layer list is used. Additionally specifying the scale
defines the zoom factor.
This function does not define a sheet or drawing.
26.4.6.2
Two title blocks on one layout / pr_insertMmElement /
Using this function, a title block can be inserted in a drawing layout independently of
the drawing creation functions.
If a layout contains several primtech title blocks, the pr_modifyLayout command
responds to those that are inserted directly at position (0,0) in the layout. If more or
fewer than one title block and one frame are found, pr_modifyLayout cannot be
applied.
26.4.6.3
Deleting
The AutoCAD Delete command can be used to delete layouts and view windows.
When a layout is deleted, the associated database entries in the model management
will also be deleted.
26.4.6.4
Storing
The drawings created are not transferred into the Model Management until the
AutoCAD Save command is executed.
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26.4.7 Editing a layout / pr_ modifylayout /

An existing layout, produced with primtech, can be edited with the pr_modifylayout
command. The dialog box is initialized with the parameters with which the drawing
derivative was created.
Command: pr_modifylayout
When a title block is exchanged, the attributes of the old title block will be adopted by
the new one.
Labels when editing

The labels are inserted new from enTis. For multilingual labels the language setting is
reset according to the dialog box.
26.4.8 Updating layers in a view window / PR_VPEDIT /

This command is used to update or create the drawing derivatives within a view
window.
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26.4.9 Editing a title block in AutoCAD / PR_EDIT /

The contents of the title block can be changed both in AutoCAD and in the model
management.
Title block attributes in primtech title blocks can be edited with the pr_edit command.
Here, both attributes of the Model Management and pure AutoCAD attributes are
offered for editing.
Command: pr_edit
Select object:
The user interface only offers attributes for editing that also exist in the title block. If
attributes in this dialog box are not present in the title block, the corresponding input
fields will be greyed out.
Additional attributes that the user put in the title block or that were not envisaged in the
individual input fields are offered for editing in the table on the lower edge of the dialog
box.
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Note: Changing the format or the scale only affects the title block entry and not the
scale actually displayed.
Attributes with coupling to the model management

There are two types of title block attribute that have a coupling to the model
management. These are attributes that come from the station model and attributes that
come from the sheet model in the model management.
Attributes that come from the station model cannot be edited in the title block and are
shown in a light grey text.
Attributes that come from the sheet model can be edited in the title block dialog box
and are then also changed in the model manager.
Transferring values
The following dialog box appears if you click the Transfer button.
It lists all layouts of the current DWG. The required layout can be selected. All entries
of the current title block are transferred to the selected layout.
Editing a title block in the model management

The properties list for the sheet in the model management lists some attributes of the
associated title block. These values can be overwritten or changed here. The changes
in the Model Management are also made when the corresponding DWG is opened.
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26.5
Bay section / pr_gridclip /
To view geometries of one bay only, a field grid has a front and back bay section.
The command described below can be applied to AIS and GIS field grids. The
command can only be called in the layout area within a view window.
The pr_gridclip command clips all geometries outside the clip planes.
Command: pr_gridclip
Display of a bay:
This combo box shows all the virtual bays so they can be selected via their names. A
field grid can be selected in the model via the select bay button. AIS field grids can
only be selected via select bay because these field grids cannot be selected via a
unique name.
Scale:
Defines the zoom factor that is set by pr_gridclip. If no scale is selected here, the
current scale of the view window is used for the clipping.
Deactivating a bay section /pr_gridclipoff/

Command: pr_gridclipoff
The currently set bay section is removed.
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26.6
Harmonizing layers in viewports / pr_layharm /
The command acts on the property Freeze in current view windows. It therefore
controls the visibility of layers within the view window model area.
The command checks all layers that are configured as primtech layers in the
layers.entity file . Layers that were created manually by the user are not taken into
account by this command.
Because primtech works with external references, the layers defined in layers.entity
are substrings of a layer that really exists in primtech. Two or more layers with identical
substrings that originate from different external files for a layer substring family.
The command checks all layer substring families for their Freeze in current view
windows status. If not all layers of a layer substring family have the same status (i.e.
frozen or thawed), all layers of the layer substring family affected are set to frozen.
The command can only be called in the layout area. (i.e. not inside the view window)
Command: pr_layharm
Select view window [All view windows of the file] : Select objects
Select view window [All view windows of the file] : Select objects
Return
Select all view windows:
You can select several view windows of a layout to which the command will be applied.
All view windows of the file:
With this option, all view windows of the current file are checked and processed.
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26.7
Position number handles in section views
In the rarest of cases it is not possible to edit position numbers in section views using
the handles.
In such cases, the following commands enable editing.
26.7.1 Correct view direction / pr_vpdircheck /

Subsequently editing clipping planes within a view port usually leads to the view
direction no longer being exactly planar.
The pr_vpdircheck command resets the view direction to planar.
26.7.2 Switching on/off clipping planes / pr_switchClippingPlanes /

The pr_switchClippingPlanes command switches clipping planes on/off within a view
port. The view port remains locked during the process.
By switching off the clipping plane, the editing of the handles can be activated without
the risk of unintentionally changing the zoom settings. After repositioning the position
number handles, the previously set clipping plane can simply be reactivated.
The command works transparently i.e. can be called when the position numbers have
already been selected.
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27 Sheet Lists
A sheet list is a freely selectable collection of primtech drawing sheets. It can thereby
span several files.
The composed list can then be output to e.g. plot or 2D-export where it will then be
automatically processed.
27.1
Sheet Lists in the Model Manager
In the model manager sheet lists can only be created in the drawing container or one of
its subfolders. Each sheet list will then be shown as a separate node.
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Opening a sheet list displays the sheet list dialog. The dialog shows all the sheets of
the drawing containers that are in the model managers current folder and subfolders.
If the sheet list is in the top-most folder, all sheets in the station will be displayed. If,
however, the sheet list is in the earth details folder, only earth detail sheets will be
displayed.
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27.2
Tasks for Sheet Lists
A task can work through a sheet list. The primtech models corresponding to the sheets
will be opened automatically. Therefore tasks are ideal when the sheet lists span
several files
Important: tasks will be executed on the basis of the currently checked-out data (local
copy) i.e. the task will not check if the station data on the server is more current that
the local copy.
The following tasks are available:
27.2.1 Plot
The settings are essentially identical to the settings of the primtech plot-dialog that are
used within a model. The dialog section sheet list will be initialized with the previously
chosen selection of sheets. The selection can here still be changed freely.
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27.2.2 2D-Export
The settings are essentially identical to the settings of the primtech 2D-dialog that are
used within a model. The dialog section sheet list will be initialized with the previously
chosen selection of sheets. The selection can here still be changed freely.
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27.2.3 3D-Export
The 3D Export will be carried out for the models that are referenced in the drawing
containers.
27.2.4 Excel Sheet List

The Excel sheet list captures all the information of the selected sheets and outputs this
to an Excel file.
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28 Typical configurations for

labels /pr_label/
The command pr_label compares the labels of the current layout with a typical
configuration. The labels that are contained in a typical configuration, but are not
located in the current layout, are displayed in a list and can be inserted from there.
Command: pr_label
The Include labels dialog box opens
After the user has selected a typical configuration, all labels that are inserted in the
current layout are compared with the labels stored in the configuration list for this
typical configuration.
Labels that should be inserted according to the configuration but do not yet have an
insertion in the current layout are shown in the list.
Double-clicking (or selection and insertion) on the list item starts the normal enTis
insertion process for labels. As soon as the new label has been inserted, the display list
is reduced to the newly inserted label.
Typical configurations for labels /pr_label/
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29 primtech plotting
Command: pr_plot
The Pr_Plot command is used for easy printer control from AutoCAD using the already
configured *.pc3 printer.
The dialog box is divided into various areas.
29.1
Output type
The output medium is selected in the Output type area. A distinction is made here
between:
Paper, which represents the standard plotter that is set under Options.
"Transparent", a plotter with transparent paper is controlled.
"PDF", which generates a PDF file. The storage location can be set in the
Options.
"Postscript", which generates a postscript file. The storage location can be set in
the Options.
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DXF, which creates an EPS file in a directory defined by the user, with which a
DXF can then be created using Ghost-Script.
29.2
Layouts
The "Layouts" area contains all paper space layouts that exist in this drawing.
Double-clicking displays the various layouts.
All the layouts selected here are taken into account during plotting and are printed with
the same settings.
29.3
Plot scale
Under Print scale, you can choose between a 1:1 plot and various scales. With the
Scale lineweight option box, you can scale the line thicknesses for reductions by the
plot scale. This option can only be applied to primtech line thicknesses. In the case of
A3 printouts, please note that they are printed on the A3 printer set under Options.
29.4
Plot stylus table
The plot stylus table is set here. All style tables that are stored in the AutoCAD
directory Plot Styles are displayed here.
29.4.1 <Original stylus table>

The stylus table that is set in the layout is used.
29.5
Plotting
29.5.1 Additional A3 printout

An additional A3 printout is created by each layout selected for plotting.
The A3 printouts are output on the A3 printer set under Options.
29.5.2 Additional PDF

A file with identical plot settings is also created in the PDF path by each layout selected
for plotting.
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29.5.3 Freezing the paper space

Before plotting all view window layers are frozen in the layout. The AFEN layer is
thawed and set to printable (normally set to non-printable).
After a plot has been performed, the layers are reset.
This gives the user a plot without a drawing frame and paper space elements.
29.6
Copies
Here you can specify the number of copies you require of the printout.
Up to 10 copies can be set.
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29.7
Plot options
29.7.1 Saving a file

The current drawing is saved before plotting.
29.7.2 Print date & path

A file and date stamp appear at the left edge of the plot
29.7.3 Cover paper space

This option is only required of plotting is to be performed in such a way that the paper
space is covered. This option is not relevant to view windows.
This switch is identical to the Hide paper space objects option from the AutoCAD plot
dialog box.
29.7.4 Plotting with line thicknesses

Defines that plotting will be performed with line thicknesses assigned to the objects and
layers. In this case, the plot stylus tables are not used.
This switch is identical to the Plot with line weights option from the AutoCAD plot
dialog box.
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29.8
Options
Here, you can define the printer and output paths for each individual user. The settings
are stored in the registry.
29.8.1 A3 printer
The A3 workstation printer is set here. If this does not exist, it can be created or
modified via the File > Plot Manager menu, or on the command line by using
_plottermanager.
Important: Only *.pc3 printers may be used here.
29.8.2 A3 paper
ISO A3 paper format must be selected here.
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29.8.3 Margin A3
Based on the selected A3 printer and selected A3 paper, the plotter edge is
calculated automatically. This can be enlarged, if necessary. If this value is reduced,
plot edges may be clipped.
29.8.4 Plotter
The A0 workstation plotter is set here.
29.8.5 EPS path

The path for EPS output is entered here. It is important to enter the path without "\" at
the end.
29.8.6 PDF path

The path for Pdf output is entered here. It is important to enter the path without "\" at
the end.
29.8.7 PDF/2D-Export: Name for one layout

The naming template defined here dictates the file names on creation of the PDF files
and of 2D-exports of individual layouts of each DWG
If required, the PDF name can be configured here. Any of the attributes that are
present in the paper space may be used. These must be separated by the & character
with their complete name and taking upper and lower case into account. If fixed texts
are to be used, they must be enclosed in quotation marks and also have & characters
between them. Please make sure that no spaces are included. The LOGINNAME is a
special code word that outputs the name of the Windows user.
Example:
LOGINNAME&"-"&50#ENR&"-"&51#PRNR&"-"&10_ZEICHNUNGSNUMMER&""&52#INDEX&18INDEX&-&11_Blattnummer
In the basic configuration the pdf-filename will be built by the feelds shown below.
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29.8.8 2D-Export: Name for several layout

If several layouts are exported to a file for the 2D-export, this template will be used to
create the file name. The MODELID describes the AutoCAD file name that is formed by
a unique GUID.
29.9 Setting primtech plot variables / pr_setplotvars /

The command pr_setplotvars reads AutoCAD system variables from a configuration file
and sets them in AutoCAD.
With Set Plotvariables, the system variables relevant to outputting drawings are set to
ideal values.
Using Reset Plotvariables, the system variables are set to ideal values for working in
3D.
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30 Parts lists / position numbers

30.1
Creating a parts list
Parts lists can be created from all stations even if the model is not loaded in AutoCAD.
The parts list comprises all symbols of a selected station and its lower-level models
Parts list output can be customized via the parts list definition. The list box shows all
groups of the symbol management. All symbols of the groups selected in the Output
column will be transferred to the parts list.
30.1.1 Saving a parts list definition

The settings in the Create parts list dialog box can be saved under a name and
retrieved at any time. This function is called using the "Save as..." button. Saved
settings that are no longer required can be deleted.
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30.1.2 Quantity data for evaluation

In the "Evaluation" column it is possible to define the type of evaluation separately with
regard to the quantity data. Clicking a field opens the following dropdown list box:
30.1.3 Inclusion of lower-level models

The parts list is started from the model management.
The currently selected model is evaluated.
Use the Include sub-structure switch to include all lower-level models in the parts list
evaluation. The parts list evaluation includes all child models irrespective of whether
they have already been inserted as a Xref or only created in the model management as
unreferenced child models.
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30.2
Quantity parts list
A quantity parts list can be created using the model manager. Position numbers are
hereby not taken into account. The descriptive text used for symbols is the symbol
short name and symbol long name. The created parts list is displayed in MS Excel.
30.3
Position parts list
A position parts list can be created using the model manager.

A position parts list is created from the ModelManager. The position parts list (Bill Of
Materials) evaluates the used materials. The relevant materials are created by
attaching position numbers individual symbols or through the command Read all
symbols in the parts list manager. If a material is allocated to a symbol (enTis-ID),
then all further insertions of this symbol will be summed up, even if not everyone has a
position number bubble attached to it. The material which has already been used can
be cross-checked in the position list manager.
Note: The position list formatting is taken care of by an Excel macro. The macro is
usually individually adapted to each customer, so the following description of the
position parts list could differ from your system version.
Depending on the system configuration, a further dialog appears where different
formats and languages can be chosen. The position parts list is output directly to Excel
and can then be saved to an arbitrary filename and subsequently be edited.
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Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
2,0
3,0
3,0
24,0
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
24,0
42,0
3,0
3,0
3,0
3,0
3,0
6,0
3,0
3,0
2,0
3,0
18,0
6,0
1,0
0,0
0,0
42,9
107,8
42,9
107,8
2,0
3,0
3,0
4,0
6,0
6,0
4,0
6,0
6,0
24,0
42,0
174,0
174,0
3,0
3,0
3,0
3,0
3,0
6,0
3,0
3,0
2,0
3,0
12,0
24,0
12,0
12,0
4,0
6,0
2,0
12,0
24,0
12,0
12,0
4,0
6,0
2,0
1,0
0,0
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
9,0
1,0
1,0
14,0
4,0
Qty.
8,0
9,0
1,0
1,0
14,0
4,0
6,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
2,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
1,0
2,0
1,0
1,0
2,0
4,0
2,0
4,0
2,0
2,0
1,0
1,0
32,9
74,3
17,5
1,0
1,0
1,0
62,1
144,6
1,0
32,9
17,5
144,6
243,0
243,0
54,0
10,0
2,0
54,0
10,0
2,0
6,0
6,0
0,0
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Qty.
Total
Bay =E05 area line
Bay =E03 busbar
Bay =E02 area line
m
m
Part infrastructure
Cable channels
cable duct 600/600
cable duct 400/400
Chains
suspension string single conductor
tension string single conductorl w ith turnbuckle
tension string single conductor
Clam ps
undefined clamp
Electrical facilities
123 kV Circuit breaker 1-pol
123 kV Center break disconnector w ithout earthing sw itch
123 kV Current transformer
123 kV Surge arrester
123 kV Line trap
123 kV Voltage transformer
123 kV Transformer
Fence
undefined fence pattern w ire netting
Foundations
Standard equipmentfoundation
Standard tow er foundation
transformer foundation
Insulators
123 kV Post insulator
Roads
Street concrete
Steel-girder constructions
steel table - voltage transformer
steel table - surge arrester
steel table - disconnector
steel table - current transformer
steel table - current transformer
steel table - circuit breaker
steel table - busbar post insulator
steel gantry - lattice column
steel gantry - lattice beam 1000 x 1000 x 7000
steel table - busbar center break disconnector
lightning column
lightning rod
Tubes
undefined tube
Wires
undefined w ire
Unit
Total
950
950
951
200
200
201
202
2300
2300
100
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
1050
1050
10
10
11
18
250
250
1000
1000
800
800
801
802
803
804
805
806
807
808
809
810
811
450
450
400
400
Description
Part 123 kV
Item
no.
60,6
60,6
2,0
4,0
6,0
2,0
2,0
4,0
2,0
8,0
4,0
2,0
2,0
4,0
2,0
4,0
6,0
2,0
2,0
4,0
2,0
8,0
4,0
2,0
2,0
4,0
127,9
127,9
398,5
398,5
30.3.1 Horizontal structure

All symbols are structured according to groups of the symbol management. The
structure is based on the sequence defined in the parts list manager. The group texts
listed are the group texts defined in the parts list.
30.3.2 Vertical structure

Vertically, the parts list structure is shown according to DWG models. All displayed
quantity entries refer to a DWG model. For example, structured listing via the parts list
output can show in which model the listed components are located.
In the total column, all the components of a part station and all components of a
complete station are summated. The Total column of the complete station is therefore
the quantity parts list of the complete station.
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30.4
Parts list manager
Via the parts list manager, it is defined whether a replacement text will be used for a
symbol and what position numbers wil be assigned to these symbols. Therefore, with
the parts list manager you can ensure consistent assignment of position numbers
throughout a station.
The parts list manager is a child module of the complete station and is managed via the
check-in/check-out mechanism, just like all primtech models. There is only one parts
list manager for a complete station, making it unique. The parts list manager is
automatically generated when a new complete station is generated.
The parts list manager is called up from the model manager.
30.4.1 Term definition

To be able to explain the following editing operations understandably, it is first
necessary to define two terms.
30.4.1.1
Symbol
Denotes the definition of a symbol in the enTis symbol management.
30.4.1.2
Symbol instance
A symbol has been inserted in AutoCAD. On insertion, a unique number is assigned to

each symbol that identifies each insertion of the symbol. This unique symbol insertion
is termed a symbol instance.
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30.4.2 Functions
The functions listed below are provided in the menu line under the "Functions" menu
item.
30.4.2.1
Read all symbols
All symbols used in the station are read in, irrespective of whether child models have
already been inserted in the complete station or only below the complete station as
models. All symbols are assigned position numbers by primtech. For this purpose, the
function "Set position numbers automatically" is executed automatically after the
symbols have been read.
Note: This is only possible if the entire station has been checked out.
30.4.2.2
Purging/Clean up
Purging removes position numbers that refer to symbols of which there is no longer an
instance, that is, no longer exist in the overall station.
Note: This is only possible if the entire station has been checked out.
30.4.3 Setting position numbers automatically

For all symbols whose position number is not set to "fix" in the symbol list, a position
number is assigned. The position number is assigned from the "Position number value
range" for the group in question. If no value range is defined for a group, a consecutive
counter is assigned within the complete station. This function must be called/executed
after value ranges for position numbers have been re-assigned.
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30.4.4 View
30.4.4.1
Displaying all symbols
The group tree shows all groups of the symbol management, irrespective of whether
symbols of this group have been used in the station or not. If you select a branch of the
group tree, all symbols that were used in the station will be displayed in the symbol list
area.
All symbols are displayed under the "All groups" group branch in the symbol list.
30.4.4.2
Displaying a selection set
This view is available if position number geometries are assigned from AutoCAD and
there is a selection set of symbols.
The group tree only shows those groups for which there are symbols in the selection
set. The symbol list shows only the selected symbols for the selected groups. Even if
you select "All groups" from the tree structure, only the symbols of the selection set will
be shown in the symbol list.
30.4.5 Group tree

The group tree shows all groups of the symbol management or the groups of the
selection set, depending on the selected view. Selecting a node of the group tree
changes the content of the symbol list.
30.4.5.1
Order of groups for parts list output
Groups can be resorted within the tree structures by drag and drop. The sequence
shown in the group tree is used for parts list definition.
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30.4.5.2
Renaming a group
With F2 you can rename groups as required. The text entered here is used as the
group text in the parts list.
To enable assignment to the groups of the symbol management even after renaming a
group, the Group options group box shows the original group name, as depicted below,
if the renamed group is selected.
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30.4.6 Symbol list
30.4.6.1
Display
In the "Display" column you can select whether a symbol will be listed in the parts list or
not. The default is for all symbols to be listed in the parts list.
30.4.6.2
Fix
If this field is selected, no new position number will be assigned on automatic position
number assignment for this symbol, i.e. the position number remains permanently
assigned. All other position numbers are renumbered based on the value range for the
group.
30.4.6.3
Pos
For each symbol it is possible to enter a position number manually here. Position
numbers are purely numeric values. They can have any number of digits. The position
number must be within a value range of the group and must be unique within the
group.
30.4.6.4
Default
Each symbol has a default value. This default value is assigned to each newly created
symbol instance on insertion of a position number.
30.4.6.5
Display texts / alternative texts
Alternative texts can be specified for any symbol that is used for creating a parts list
instead of the symbol descriptions from the symbol management. For this purpose, you
can edit the texts in columns "Description", "Short name", "Manufacturer", and "Type".
The background for use of alternative texts is that when modeling a primtech station
dummy clamps (or other dummy elements such as wires, tubes, or electrical
equipment) can be used that are not converted into clamps of a specific type until the
parts list is created. The advantage of this is that dummy clamps do not have to be
replaced subsequently in the CAD models but are replaced by a specific type for the
parts list via the alternative texts only.
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Note: To be able to work optimally with the alternative texts, type assignment of all
clamp types in the station is recommended. These clamp types should then be
included in the symbol library.
30.4.7 Group options

30.4.7.1
Position number value range
It is possible to specify upper and lower limits for the position numbers of a group here.
The value range of the position numbers of a group must be unique within a complete
station, i.e. there must be no overlaps of the value ranges. This is checked when you
specify a value range. The Set values button activates the changes and the old
values are overwritten.
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30.4.8 Factor
The positions will be multiplied by the relevant factor given in the parts list manager. A
factor not equal to one will lead to the respective reduction/increase in the actual
number of the position in the model.
This is helpful e.g. in evaluating the formwork in the foundation. primtech determines
the needed formwork in m3 for each foundation. Since each formwork can be used, not
just once but up to 3 times, this can be corrected for the evaluation output of the parts
list e.g. with a factor of 0.33
.
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30.5
Position number assignment in AutoCAD
The position number assignment in AutoCAD is based on the position numbers stored
in the parts list manager. The position number stored in the parts list manager is used
for position number assignment. If the symbol is not yet listed in the parts list manager,
the symbol is automatically inserted in the parts list manager and is assigned a position
number on insertion of a position number.
30.5.1 Creating position number bubble

For symbols with multiple selection / PR_MSPNUM /
The function call permits selection of any number of symbols. If you want to create a
position number geometry on several symbols simultaneously, create a selection set of
symbols.
Command: pr_mspnum
Select objects:
The position number geometry is now attached to the cursor. A rubber band appears
between the center of gravity of the selected symbol and the handle of the position
number geometry. Selecting a point outputs the position number. If you have selected
more than one symbol, all position numbers are output on a horizontal line.
The position numbers stored as a default are assigned to all symbols. If a symbol has
not yet been stored in the parts list manager, the symbol in the data structure of the
parts list manager is inserted and is automatically given a position number that is
identified as the default value.
If you want to assign another position number to each symbol, you must subsequently
edit the position number.
30.5.1.2
Special case: clamps
Because clamps do not have geometry, they cannot simply be selected. Clamps are
therefore only evaluated if a wire or tube connection has been selected because the
position of the clamps can be evaluated via the connection.
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30.5.1.3
For symbols of a selected group / PR_SSPGRP /
Because usually only position numbers have to be inserted for certain symbol groups
within a drawing, this command can be used to specify for which groups of the selected
symbols a position number will be created.
Command: pr_sspgrp
Select objects:
The dialog box for group selection does not show all groups of the symbol
management but only groups from which symbols are located in the selection set. In
the first column you can select for which groups position numbers will be inserted.
30.5.1.4
For symbols in a referenced model / PR_NP /
Because within a drawing, lower-level models are inserted in a drawing, this command
can be used to create position numbers on symbols of a referenced model.
Command: pr_np
Select objects:
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30.5.1.5
Position number bubble while parts list manager is locked
If a position bubble number is created for an object that hasnt received a position
number in the parts list manager, then the position number will be created
automatically in the background in the parts list manager.
However, if the parts list manager is locked (read only), then the position number
cannot be created automatically, so the position number bubble will contain the text
XXX instead if the position number.
The position number bubble will be updated and receive a position number, as soon as
it is created - for the referenced object - in the parts list manager.
A position number bubble update occurs when, in the meantime, a position number
was allocated to the object, when opening the file or when edited with the pr_sspedit
command.
.
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30.5.2 Editing a position number / PR_SSPEDIT /

30.5.2.1
Editing a record
A different value can be assigned to a position number with command pr_sspedit. After
you have selected a position number, the parts list manager is started up from
AutoCAD.
Command: pr_sspedit
Select position number:
30.5.2.2
Effects of the change
The data set for the selected symbol appears in the position number list of the parts list
manager. The group tree shows the group to which this symbol belongs. However, the
displayed data set only refers to the symbol selected in AutoCAD, not to the symbols of
the same type or the symbol definition in the symbol management.
If the selection set contains all symbol instances of this position number (PosNo), all
columns of the data set can be changed (Fig. below). If this is not the case, all fields
except for PosNo are disabled (Fig. above).
Changing the PosNo only affects the selection set.
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Changing a position number

In the Pos field, it is possible to enter any position number that is to be used for the
symbol in AutoCAD. The entered position number must however be within the value
range of the group.
Transferring the next free position number from the context menu
Because the position number entered must be within the value range of the group, you
might specify a position number here that has already been assigned within the group.
To simplify this handling, the function "New Position Number" can be selected from the
context menu to insert the next free position number of the current group in the Pos
field.
Transferring the existing position number from the context menu

The context menu also shows all position numbers already assigned for the current
symbol. The Description entry is listed with the position numbers. This can be used to
identify uniquely the symbol instance when working with alternative texts. Selecting the
appropriate position number places the entry in the Pos field.
30.5.2.3
OK, Cancel
If you exit the parts list manager with OK, the changes in AutoCAD are updated. If you
exit the parts list manager with Cancel, the changes are lost.
30.5.2.4
Updating position numbers
Position numbers are updated via the AutoCAD REGEN command.
30.5.2.5
Updating on opening a drawing
The assigned position numbers are always updated on opening a drawing. If, on
opening a drawing, you ascertain that no position number is stored in the parts list
manager for a symbol to which position number geometry is assigned, the position
number geometry is deleted. This can occur, for example, if a bay model has been
copied from another station with position numbers.
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30.5.3 Edit position number bubbles using handles

Position number bubbles can be edited using AutoCAD handles. The base point and
the bubble can be moved.
30.5.3.1
Problems in Section Views
In section view - when a position number is selected in a viewport - sometimes no

handles are shown. In such cases and with the following functions, editing handles will
be possible.
Correct viewport direction in viewport / pr_vpdircheck /

This command corrects the viewing direction, if it is no longer perpendicular.
I.e. viewing directions are corrected to 0,1,0 e.g. if an odd or strange value was set.
This happens when the clipping planes were moved using the command 2dclip.
After correcting the viewing direction, the handles of the position numbers are then
usually displayed correctly. If this command does not help, then editing using the
handles can be carried through using the pr_switchClippingPlanes command.
Switch 3D clipping planes on/off / pr_switchClippingPlanes /

The command pr_switchClippingPlanes switches the clipping planes within a viewport
on/off. The handles of the position number bubbles are always editable when the
clipping planes are switched off.
When the clipping planes are reactivated, the previous settings of the clipping planes
are reset.
The viewport is locked as long as the clipping planes are switched off. This ensures
that geometries within the viewport are not mistakenly changed.
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30.5.4 Opening the parts list manager / PR_STLM /

Via this command, it is possible to open the parts list manager directly in AutoCAD. All
symbols of the station are displayed. All entries can be edited from the model
management on calling the parts list manager.
Unlike calling the parts list manager from the model management (in which case
AutoCAD would have to be closed); all changes to the parts list manager are not
actually saved until the AutoCAD drawing is saved.
On exiting the parts list manager, all position numbers are updated in AutoCAD.
30.5.5 Deleting, moving, copying a symbol with a position number

Deleting
Deleting a symbol also deletes its position number geometry.
Moving
If you move a symbol, the number bubble of the position number geometry remains at
its location and the symbol pointer end moves with the symbol being moved.
Copying
Copying symbols does not also copy the position number geometry. If you want to copy
the position number geometry, it must be contained in the selection set.
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30.6
Position number table / pr_inserttable /
The pr_inserttable command can create a position number table and place it in the
drawing. The position number table evaluates all the position numbers in a viewport
and displays their values in table.
30.6.1 Update position number table / pr_updatetable /

A position number table knows to which AutoCAD viewport it belongs to. If the position
numbers within the viewport change (through deletion, newly created or changes in
position number/text), then the position number table can be updated with the
pr_updatetable command.
The update does not occur automatically when the drawing is opened due to
performance reasons.
30.6.2 Edit table title / pr_edittable /

The title of the position number table can be edited with the pr_edittable command. In
the example below, the title was changes to Devices.
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30.6.3 Layout of the position number table

primtech uses the current settings from AutoCAD to create the table. The style
primtech is set as default.
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30.7 Create Usage List / pr_usagelist /

The command pr_usagelist creates an Excel file, which lists all objects with the therein
referenced models.
The command is called within AutoCAD, in contrast to the call for creating positions
parts list. Independent of in which model the command is called, it is always executed
for all models in the substation.
The Excel table will exhibit three columns: Model, Referenced Model and Number.
Referenced Model is hereby a model, which is inserted into the underlying model.
Number shows the number of insertions of the referenced model.
Model
Module area line
Module area line
Module area line
Module area line
Module area line
Module area line
Module transformer bay
Assembly circuit breaker
Referenced Model
Assembly Gantry
Assembly current transformer - area line
Assembly voltage transformer - area line
Assembly center break disconnector
Assembly surge arrester
Symbol foundation - transformer
Assembly current transformer - transformer bay
Assembly center break disconnector
Assembly surge arrester
Detail D751 4 x Hexagonal Screw M12x35 with Washer
Detail D601 protection Tube Wall Mounting
Detail 4 x anchor bolt M24 x 800 setting template 400 x 400
Detail D750 4 x Hexagonal Screw M12x25 with Washer
Symbol steel table - circuit breaker
Detail D600 Typical fixing of Protection Tube on Support
Detail D752 4 x Hexagonal Screw M16x70 with Washer an Nuts
Detail D603 Protection Tube - Mounting on Steel Structure
Number
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
2
3
5
1
3
3
1
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30.8
Transaction behavior of the parts list managers
30.8.1 Calling from AutoCAD

If the parts list manager is used from AutoCAD, all settings made must be saved when
the DWG is saved. Likewise everything is lost if the DWG is not saved.
Any changes made during a session in the parts list manager are lost, if the DWG is
not saved.
30.8.2 Calling from modell managment

Were the user to use the parts list manager from the model management, the changes
to the parts list made from the model management would be lost if a DWG were open
and not saved. This response is not transparent to the user, which is why the parts list
manager can only be opened from the model management if no DWG has been
opened for the station to be evaluated.
The model management informs the user that the current DWG must be closed.
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31 Highlighting Objects
The pr_showPartlistElement command displays colored spheres on primtech objects.
Each insertion of the same object is highlighted with the same color. Different objects
therefore display different colors.
Objects are considered the same if they have the same position numbers in primtech.
The command is executed on one particular parts list group at a time.
The spheres are displayed for objects with and objects without geometries e.g. clamps
within a wire connection.
31.1
Highlight color for undefined objects
Undefined objects inserted through the connection configurator are always allocated a
red sphere e.g. undefined wires or undefined clamps.
31.2
Display of superimposed objects
If, for example, two clamps are defined at the same position, then they will be displayed
offset and next to each other.
Highlighting Objects
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31.3
Option Ignore positions numbers
Highlighting creates - for every object with a different position number - different
colored spheres.
This is also applied to when an object has different position numbers. Especially in this
case of an object with different position numbers, it might be of interest to be able to
see if the position number references the same or different underlying enTis/project
symbols. The option no to Consider position numbers (i.e. to ignore the position
numbers) sets the display such that the sphere colors are based on the different enTis
or project symbol objects respectively. Objects with different position numbers are then
shown in the same sphere color, if the underlying enTis or project symbol object is the
same. This option could be of special interest when working on clamps.
Highlighting Objects
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32 Line Types
The linetypes are oriented on DIN ISO 128-24 and DIN ISO 128-20
32.1
Pre-defined primtech Line Types
Linetype: pr DASH
Linetype: pr DASH2
Linetype: pr DASH DOT
Linetype: pr DASH DOT2
Linetype: pr DASH DOUBLE DOT
Linetype: pr ZIGZAG
Linetype: pr CENTER
Linetype: pr SLOPE LEFT
Linetype: pr SLOPE RIGHT
Linetype: pr NATURAL GROUND
Line Types
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32.2
System Variables in AutoCAD
The primtech line types are configured such that they work best with the following
configuration.
In station model
LTSCALE = 100
In a detail, detail assembly and detail symbol model

LTSCALE = 1
In drawing container
LTSCALE = 1
PSLTSCALE = 1
Note: In case the lines are still being displayed incorrectly after configuring as above
then calling the REGENALL command usually helps correct the display.
Line Types
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33 3D Export into native AutoCAD

format / pr_export /
The pr_export command allows complete installations or subsidiary models to be
exported in native AutoCAD format.
primtech objects are converted into AutoCAD geometries during the export. Bill of
materials information etc. is lost to the export files.
Command: pr_export
If the file was changed since the last save, the following dialog appears.
With the option Bind Xrefs a single AutoCAD File without Xrefs will be created.
3D Export into native AutoCAD format / pr_export /
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34 2D Export
34.1
Carry out 2D export / pr_2DExport /
The 2D export is used to export 3D primtech drawings in the form of pure AutoCAD 2D
drawings, containing only 2D geometry, and not containing any primtech objects that
could display proxy messages when the application is not present. 3D geometries are
converted here automatically into 2D geometries.
Command: pr_2DExport
The "pr_2DExport" expects two parameters after it has been called, and these are
described below:
34.1.1 Select layouts for export [ACtive/ALl]:

ACtive:
Only the active layout is exported.
ALl:
All layouts are exported.
34.1.2 Selection of the output mode [Model area/Layout]:

MOdel area:
A drawing is generated for every exported layout, and the entire geometry is placed in
the model area of this drawing; the model area is activated, and the view is adjusted so
that everything is visible.
Layout:
All the layouts that are to be exported are placed together in one drawing; the entire
geometry is located in the paper areas of this drawing, one of the paper areas is
activated, and the view is adjusted so that everything is visible.
Layout 1:1:
There will be created a 1:1 2D derivation, for the Geometrie viewed inside a LayoutViewport. This 2D derivation will be viewed in the new created Layout-Viewport of the
Export-File.
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34.1.3 Selection of the Output-File:

At the End the path an the name oft he output file can be selected.
Hidden lines
Hidden lines are not displayed in view windows with the hidden setting.
Selecting the output file:

Finally the path and name of the output file can be selected.
The geometry is generated in such a way that each element is comprised within a
block. In other words all the lines, arcs etc. of an enTis symbol are grouped into one
block that receives the name of the symbol. Since there can be a number of such
symbols in one drawing, or because they may also be visible a number of times in
different view windows, the names are given serial numbers. Standard AutoCAD
elements are given the block name "Element_...".
Attributes are attached to the generated block for enTis objects. The attributes are
given the values of the object from enTis, and are configurable.
34.2
Restrictions on 2D export
Blocks with different scaling:

Blocks with different scaling are projected individually without scaling, and the 2D
blocks obtained in this way are inserted with the original scaling as 2D blocks into the
export result. As a result of this technique, while the blocks are projected correctly in
themselves, they are neither hidden by nor do they themselves hide any other
component. A warning message is output.
Notes: In this case it may be necessary to carry out further manual editing on the
export result.
Nested blocks with different scaling are not exported.
Hidden by text and dimensioning:
Text and dimensioning cannot be included in the hiding calculation, and are also not
cropped at the border of the view window.
34.3
File name creation with 2D-export
Then file naming template for 2D-export can be edited in the options dialog of the
primtech plot command
2D Export
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2D Export
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35 Replication
35.1
Replication generally
Replication is the multiplication of data. The replicated data (replicates) are usually kept
at different locations. This ensures data backup and permits viewing and editing of
large volumes of data at separate locations without placing a burden on the network.
It is therefore important to know how up to date the replicates are.
Depending on the type of replication, a certain time is will elapse between creation and
replication of the primary data. This time period is termed timeliness or latency.
35.1.1 Synchronous replication

If the primary data and replicates have the same data sets, i.e. there is no latency, they
are synchronous. The primary and replicated data sets are therefore always identical.
In practice, a synchronous replication system is not possible because of the network
links. This applies especially if the primary and replicated data are geographically
apart.
35.1.2 Asynchronous replication

If there is latency between editing of the primary data and replication, this is called
asynchronism. The data are only synchronous (identical) at the time of replication.
The data of the replicates therefore only represent a snapshot of the primary data at a
certain moment.
35.1.3 Delta comparison before replication

To avoid placing an additional burden on the network and to be able to perform
replication quickly, the data versions on the two location servers are compared before
the actual data transaction. This determines which model is the more up to date or
which data are not yet on the target server. In this way, only missing or more up-to-date
data are replicated.
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35.2
Replication in primtech
Making complete stations editable locally and across locations (worldwide) requires an
adapted replication mechanism. This mechanism must be capable both of the delta
comparison of the databases (global DB) and of coordination of simultaneous editing
(concurrent engineering).
Published complete stations are stored in the global DB, the global container. The
global DB is part of the public folder.
The global DB is replicated asynchronously with all locations.
Newly published stations are distributed to the different locations by regular replication
during idle times. Regular replication distributes the data traffic among the locations.
Replication includes the databases enTis and global DB.
Targeted replication on check-in/check-out permits concurrent engineering. In target
replication, only individual records of the global DB have to be replicated. The
exchange and checking of the processing statuses are important for target replication.
35.2.1 Synchronism of the model data

The model data in the global containers (global DB) are replicated on other location
servers at time intervals (regular replication). This takes account of the status of the
data (editable or in process). This ensures that no model can be edited simultaneously
in different versions by different users. If the station is editable, the user always
receives the most up-to-date version.
The user receives the up-to-date version of the station if check-out from the global
container is possible in the local area!
35.2.2 Replication of the enTis data

Synchronism of the model data alone does not ensure correct display of the projects.
New and changed symbols must also be available in the enTis library at all locations.
Unlike in Model Management, in enTis there is no global container. In enTis, all
symbols are replicated with the various location servers (cf. Section Regular
replication).
35.2.3 Owner and consumer location

Replication of data is always performed between n location servers. One server is
termed the owner, the other server the consumer.
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35.2.3.1
Owner location
If a user creates a new complete station and publishes it in the global DB, the location
of the user is defined as the owner of this complete station.
Creator location of the complete station = owner location of the complete station
All model data (part stations, bays, etc.) that are added to this complete station inherit
the owner location of the complete station, irrespective of the location at which the
model data are actually created.
The owner location assumes a central role in replication. Here, editing is coordinated
and the currently valid model data are managed.
35.2.3.2
Consumer location
After replication between the locations, the stations of the global DB are available at
different locations. The complete stations that were not created at the location being
considered are consumed during replication. This location is therefore known as the
consumer location.
Complete station not created at this location = consumer location
A link between the owner and the consumer locations is mandatory for replication.
35.2.4 Types of replication

We distinguish between various types of replication.
Regular replication
Check-out replication
Check-in replication
The current data do not have to be available at the location in question until the data
are called for editing, checked out, i. e. editability must be checked before editing and
the up-to-date version provided at the check-out location, if necessary.
Replication is always performed between the consumer and owner location and is
initiated by the consumer.
During replication, properties such as timestamp, key, and lock are compared and after
a check of the timeliness and validity, the relevant records are exchanged between the
consumer and owner locations.
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35.2.4.1
Regular replication
Regular replication is performed in the background at defined times.

In this type of replication, the data of the global DB and enTis databases are replicated.
Regular replication is the basis for the distribution of newly published and modified
stations. These are distributed to other locations (consumer locations) in the case of
regular replication.
35.2.4.2
Check-out replication
Check-out replication is part of the check-out operation. This is initiated by the user.
The check-out function is available in the context menu of an editable, published file.
Before the model data are transferred from the global DB of the location to the local
container (private folder) of the user, editability must be checked and timeliness
established. Editing is not possible until the current data are available at the owner
location and these can be transmitted to the consumer location (cf. Check-in
replication).
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35.2.4.3
Check-in replication
Check-in replication is part of the check-in operation. This is initiated by the user. The
check-in function is available in the context menu of a published file that was selected
for editing.
Before model data are transmitted from the local container of the user to the global DB
of the location, the validity of this operation must be checked. The operation can be
invalid if, for example, publication has been revoked by the owner or administrator.
Caution: After the check-in, a further replication between the consumer and owner
locations is necessary to replicate the edited data from the consumer location to the
owner location. Only when the current data are again available at the owner location,
can the complete station be called and edited by a user of another location.
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35.3
Working with complete stations
The figure shows the primtech Model Management.
The Model Management provides the model data of the various databases.
The structure is divided into the areas:
Private folder
Checked-out
Public folder
Checked-in
Global DB
Archive
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35.3.1 Publishing (into the global DB)

Complete stations that are stored in the checked-in area of the Model Management can
be published with >> Status >> Publish to global space from the context menu (cf.
Figure).
The model data are moved from the public folder, checked-in, into the global DB area.
The station is available globally after completion of publishing, but initially only at the
owner location.
To make the station visible at other locations, too, replication, a delta comparison of the
global DB, is necessary.
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35.3.1.1
Distributors
When publishing a station, it is necessary to specify to which other locations it is to be

replicated.
The home location will be selected automatically and cannot be de-selected. All other
locations must be selected explicitly, i.e., no other locations are selected in advance!
After publication, the station is expanded by the distributor node.
The distributor can be changed again on workstations at the owner location. To make a
change, it is necessary to check out the distributor object. The distributor object can be
checked out independently of the rest of the station.
The distributor can be changed by the user by means of the Distributor dialog box.
If the distributor is being expanded by further locations, a scheduled replication will be
required (usually takes place at night) so that the complete station will be visible to the
additional locations.
A location can only be removed from the distributor if no part of the station at this
location is checked out. The station only disappears from the removed location with the
next scheduled replication.
A complete station or parts of it cannot be checked out while their distributor is checked
out.
When publication for a station is removed, the distributor is deleted. The distributor will
not be copied when a station is being copied from the global container.
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35.3.2 Revoking (from the global DB)

With >> Status >> Revoking (from the global DB) from the context menu it is possible
to undo a global publication of a station. This function is only available at the owner
location and only if the station is not being processed.
After the function has been called, the globally published data are moved from the
global DB to the public folder, checked-in. These changes are initially only visible at the
owner location. The model data are retained at the consumer locations until the next
replication. However, check-in and check-out are no longer possible at the consumer
locations.
Stations called for editing can no longer be written back using the check-in
functionality.
Check-out operations are stopped after a check.
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35.3.3 Other functions

35.3.3.1
Retrieving complete stations
With the >> Retrieve function from the context menu, it is possible to retrieve files as
read-only from the global DB. This operation retrieves the up-to-date data of the global
container. Retrieval does not affect further editability or concurrent engineering.
35.3.3.2
Undoing check-out
The >> Uncheckout function on the context menu enables the user to release stations
checked out for further processing without writing back the modified data. A replication
is initiated in which the validity of this process is tested.
Changes to the retrieved data are discarded and the local model data are replaced
from the global DB
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36 Job server
36.1
Job server basics
Using the job server, jobs such as, e.g., plotting or 2D export can be processed on a
Jobworker computer while the user continues working at his own workstation.
Comment: As a rule, 64-bit computers are used as Jobworkers so that jobs that
encounter storage limits on a 32-bit station can also be processed.
36.1.1 CheckedIn only

Jobs can only be created for models in CheckedIn. Models in CheckedOut, in the
Global DB or in the Archive Database cannot be processed with the job server.
Exception: At the Job Manager location it is also possible to select models from the
Global DB. (A replication will not be initiated by the job!)
36.1.2 Creating a job

The menu item Create job is available from the context menu for a model type. Below
it are the jobs provided for selection.
To create jobs, the user must possess special rights which can be allocated to him by
the Administrator using user administration.
36.1.3 Warning information in the Jobs dialog boxes

All jobs contain warning information in their dialog boxes, in which the user is made
aware that the station to be processed by the Job Manager will be processed in its
current state at the start of the job. This state can possibly deviate from that which the
station had at the time the job was created.
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36.2
The Job Manager
The Job Manager is a dialog box by means of which all current jobs are listed.
36.2.1 Calling the Job Manager

The primtech Job Manger is displayed in the Windows notification area.
The Open option is available from the icon context menu.

The primtech Job Manager dialog box opens.
36.2.2 Notification
A user will be notified when his job is complete. The notification is effected by a bubble
on the Job Manager icon in the Windows notification area.
36.2.3 Faulty Jobs

A faulty job is displayed in the Job Manager with the status Error.
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36.2.4 Columns in the Job Manager Dialog Box

Type: Type of job. e.g. 2D Export or 3D Export.
Creator: Creator of the job.
Matchcode: The matchcode of the model selected for the job is displayed.
Status:
A job can take on the following statuses:
-
Waiting,
In processing,
Ended,
Cancelled and
Error.
Note: Clicking on the status text Ended" will open the folder in which the generated
files are stored.
Clicking on the status text Error will display a Tool Tip with the error message. If an
error file was generated, the folder in which the file is stored will be opened.
36.2.5 Remove Job

Own jobs can be deleted with the Remove job button.
The Administrator can remove the jobs of all users.
36.2.6 Sequence of jobs

The Administrator can change the sequence of the queued jobs by means of the Up
arrow and Down arrow buttons in the dialog box.
The user can change the sequence of his own jobs with these buttons.
36.2.7 Update
The display is updated. The dialog box is updated even without this button after a
defined time, which is set to a few seconds in the basic configuration.
36.2.8 Close
The dialog box is closed.
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36.3
Job Plotting
All the settings for creating plots can be made in the Commission plotting dialog box.
36.3.1 Command options

The command options correspond to those for the pr_plot command and should be
referred to there.
Note: Not all the options for the pr_plot command are available in Job Server
Plotting.
The Colour plotting option produces a coloured printout.
36.3.2 Display of the model matchcode

The matchcode of the selected model is displayed in the upper area of the dialog box.
36.3.3 Plot all layouts

In contrast to the primtech plotting dialog box, it is not the layout name from AutoCAD
that is used for selecting the layouts but rather the matchcode for the sheet from the
model management. Using the Plot all layouts switch it is thus possible also to plot
layouts that are not primtech sheets. However the names of these layouts cannot be
displayed in the dialog box.
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36.3.4 Output type

The following output types are available:
Paper
PDF
Postscript
36.3.5 Output paths

The result is output on a defined path with a job-specific sub-directory. Click on status
End Job Manager
36.3.6 Output devices, printers

With the Plot option, the output is sent directly to a physical printer.
2 output devices are centrally configured for each user. One device each with A0 and
A3.
36.4
File name creation when plotting and for 2D-export
The file naming template for 2D-export can be edited in the options dialog of the
primtech plot command. The JobServer uses the naming template of the workstation,
from which the job was started.
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36.5
Job 2D Export
The functionality provided here corresponds to the primtech plotting command

pr_2DExport.

36.5.2 Export all layouts

The matchcodes for the sheets from the model management are displayed in the
selection list. Using the Export all layouts switch it is also possible to export layouts
that are not managed as sheets by the model management. These layouts cannot be
displayed by name in the list.
36.5.3 Target
It is possible to select between the model space and layout options.
For more detailed information, see the functional description for the pr_2DExport
command.
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36.5.4 Output paths

The result is output on a defined path with a job-specific sub-directory.
36.5.4.1
Name of the job-specific sub-directory
The name of the sub-directory is generated from the current date, user name, station
matchcode and the matchcode of the exported model.
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36.6
Job 3D Export
The functionality provided here corresponds to the pr_Export command.

36.6.2 Command options

The command options correspond to those for the pr_Export command and should be
referred to there.
36.6.3 Output paths

The result is output on a defined path with a job-specific sub-directory.
36.6.3.1
Name of the job-specific sub-directory
The name of the sub-directory is generated from the current date, user name, station
matchcode and the matchcode of the exported model.
36.7
Deleting local data
In order to carry out the allocated job, the JobWorker checks out the model data locally
to the workstation. Both the data and database will be deleted from the workstation
after the job has been completed.
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37 primtech command reference

Below are all the primtech commands. The ribbons in AutoCAD contain more icons
than are listed below. The icons not listed are either standard AutoCAD commands or
repetitions/variations of the shown primtech commands.
Symbol
Command
Description
pr_edit
General primtech EDIT command
pr_sv
Start symbol management
pr_svk
symbol management of configured call
pr_kkconnect
Connect streets/ducts
pr_kkflansch
chamfer streets/ducts
pr_creategrid
Create field grid
pr_fence
Create fence
pr_changedet
Detailing of all parts
pr_kkdconnect
Separate streets/ducts
pr_kkhatch
Hatch parameters of streets/ducts
pr_kktrim
Trim streets/ducts
pr_strgetprop
Transfer properties of street
Pr_InsertFencePost
Insert fence post
pr_strhoehe
Create passage/street
pr_UpdateEntisRevision
Update to latest entis Revision
pr_replaceSymbol
replace PCL-Symbol
pr_createEquipmentFoundation
Create parametric equipment foundation
pr_createPierFoundation
Create Pier Foundation
pr_explode
convert entis PCL to project symbol
pr_converttoprojectsymbol
convert entis-symbol to project symbol
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Model
Command
Description
pr_showMv
Starts MV from within AutoCAD while minimizing enTis
pr_insertMMElement
Insert Element from Modell Manager
pr_tempxref
Insert temporary help clue
pr_tempxrefshow
Switch on/off temporary help clues
pr_drwmod
Insert module reference in to drawing container
pr_openrefmodel
open selected model
pr_openprevmodel
go back to calling model
pr_export
3D Export in native AutoCAD without proxy objects
pr_2DExport
Export 3D as 2D
Connection
Command
Description
pr_vbdlg
Create a wire connection
pr_rm
Create a tubular connection
pr_vbmcopy
Multiple copy of connection
pr_update
Update connection
pr_vbcopyprp
Apply connection properties
pr_reconnectconnections
Connect to the next electrical points
pr_vbpoints
Relocate connection points
pr_showpartslistselements Highlight objects
Drawing
Command
Description
pr_createlayout
Create drawing
pr_vport
Create view port
pr_modifylaout
Edit layout
pr_vpedit
Apply plan method for view port
pr_layharm
Harmonise layer
pr_vpdircheck
Correct view direction in view port
pr_switchClippingPlanes
Switch clipping planes on/off
pr_createAttributeDefinition Insert attribute definition in title block

pr_insertMMelement
Insert titleblock into layout
pr_clearLayoutName
Reset overwritten Layout names to original(according to name creation rules)
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BOM
Command
Description
pr_np
Attach item number to Xref
pr_inserttable
create positionnumbertable
pr_updatetable
update positionnumbertable
pr_edittabletitle
edit header of positionnumbertable
pr_setviewport
select new viewport for positionnumbertable
pr_stlm
Open stock list manager
pr_mspnum
Insert item number
pr_sspgrp
Create item number through group selection
pr_usagelist
Create Usagelist
Earthing network
Command
Description
pr_insertMMelement
Insert earth component (wires, details, components) from MM
pr_earthlin
Insert earthing connection
pr_earthbub
Insert earth detail bubble
pr_earthbedit
Add line to earthing detail bubble
pr_earthsymb
Activate alternative symbols
pr_showInFront
Show earthing wire in foreground
pr_earthhlwire
Highlight earthing wire with overwritten lengths
pr_earthimport
Import grounding grid
pr_earthbominfo
Edit stock list data in earthing detail/part
pr_earthexport
Export grounding grid
Freeze, Thaw
Command
Description
pr_layer
Freeze/thaw primtech layer
pr_strhein
Show/hide all passages/street frames
pr_strhaus
Hide individual passages/streets
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Tools
Command
Description
pr_plot
Plot primtech
pr_setPlotVars
set/unset plot parameters
pr_lightprot
Calculate lightening protection
pr_MeasureMinDist
Determine minimum distance between two strains/ducts
pr_Steel3D
3D steel profile library
pr_layman
Primtech layer information/manual
pr_layfig
Symbol construction layer
pr_ScaleBlk
Scale blocks and Xrefs
pr_toSpline
Convert primtech objects to splines
pr_toSolid
Convert primtech strains/ducts to solids
pr_cable
Create a high voltage cable
pr_cablelength
Analyse/asses/evaluate cable length(needed?)
pr_XYZCoord
Insert co-ordinates in text form
pr_hidim
Insert relative elevation
pr_checkSolids
Check for 3D Symbols
XYZ
Command
Description
SX, SY, SZ
move in X-direction, Y-direction, Z-direction
KX, KY, KZ
copy in X-direction, Y-direction, Z-direction
STX, STY, STZ
stretch in X-direction, Y-direction, Z-direction
MEP
Command
Description
pr_styleload
Load ACA/MEP styles/formats if working with ACA/MEP
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Commands without icons

Command
Description
pr_mvgui
Starts MV from within AutoCAD without minimizing enTis
pr_analyzesystem
Exports system information to a file
pr_rotateCircuitSymbol
Rotate circuit symbol
pr_mirrorCircuitSymbol
Mirror circuit symbol
pr_entisrepeater
Insert enTis command repeater
pr_gridclip
Turn on grid clip
pr_gridclipoff
Turn off grid clip
pr_gsregen
Empties and re-initialises graphic cache --> Corrects mistakes in 3D-rendering
pr_NoShow
Hide objects in model area
pr_Show
Show objects in model area
pr_plregen
Compare between Databank and Dwg
lo
Switch primtech layer on/off
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38 Primtech Layer Usage

Layer
Description
Use
Color
Thick
AutoCAD System layer
system
white
0,5
AFEN
View port
system
30
0,25
BELEUCH
Luminaire
drawing
white
0,5
BEM
Dimensioning in the paper area
dimension
cyan
0,25
BEM_AB
Dimensioning Gantry structure plan in

the model
dimension
161
0,25
BEM_AX
Axis designation/Label
dimension
11
0,35
BEM_H_ANS
Relative elevation in front view
dimension
163
0,25
BEM_H_DR
Relative elevation in top view
dimension
171
0,25
BEM_S
Dimensions of transport profile
dimension
134
0,25
BLITZ
Lightning protection facilities, Lightning

rods, Ground wires
lightning
prot.
73
0,35
BLITZ_FL1
Lightning protection area
lightning
prot.
151
0,7
BLITZ_FL2
lightning
prot.
152
0,7
BLITZ_FL3
lightning
prot.
153
0,7
BubbleHeaderFooter
Grounding module: Bubble
earthing
73
0,35
BubbleLeader
Grounding module: Bubble alignment

lines
earthing
73
0,35
E_ANS
Parts of electrical equipment visible only

in (Sections view)
drawing
131
0,25
E_DRAUF
Parts of electrical equipment visible only

in (Top view)
drawing
132
0,25
E_GRU
Electrical equipment, Basis
drawing
130
0,25
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E_ISO
Insulators
drawing
22
0,25
E_KSEIL
Conductors in span connections
drawing
142
0,25
E_ROHR
Tubular connections
system
103
0,35
E_SEIL
Stranded connections
system
143
0,5
EARTHCOMPONENT
Grounding module: Grounding

components
earthing
211
0,7
EARTHDETAILREFERENCE
Grounding module:reference texts for

the grounding detail/parts
earthing
yellow
0,25
EARTHNODE
Grounding module: Mesh node symbol
earthing
cyan
0,25
EARTHNODEPOS
Grounding module: System layer for

mesh node symbol
earthing
cyan
0,25
EARTHWIRE
Grounding module: Grounding wire,

Grounding connection
earthing
cyan
0,25
ERDUNG
Earthing mesh
earthing
210
0,7
ERDUNG_L
Earthing, Section left
earthing
211
0,7
ERDUNG_R
Earthing, Section reight
earthing
212
0,7
F_BEZ_1
Text in foundation layout
text
60
0,25
F_BEZ_2
Tex in foundation layout
text
61
0,25
F_FUSS
Bottom of pedestals, cable ducts size IIII
foundation
red
0,35
F_GRU
Foundations above ground level
foundation
253
0,25
F_GRU_U
Foundations below ground level, cable

duct covers size I-III
foundation
254
0,25
F_KANAL
Cable ducts 0.5/51, 60/51, 0.5/76, 60/76
cable duct
10
0,35
F_KANAL_D
Cable ducts cover
cable duct
12
0,35
F_KOPF
Top/Head of pedestal above ground

level
foundation
white
0,5
F_KOPF_U
Top/Head of pedestal below ground level foundation
white
0,5
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F_KROHR
Cable conduits, earthing mats, etc.
foundation
31
0,35
F_MIT
Foundation centre line
foundation
62
0,25
F_MST
Foundation for column/mast
foundation
254
0,25
F_RS
Foundation direction orientation symbols
foundation
63
0,25
F_RSG
Cover for rainwater collection grooves

above ground level
foundation
150
0,35
F_RSG_U
Rainwater collection grooves, shafts
foundation magenta
0,35
F_WROHR
Water pipes (Fire fighting, Cooling)
foundation
150
0,35
FELD_F
Insertion layer field grids
system
green
0,18
FELD_GS
Ground area (Section)
drawing
81
0,25
FELD_R
Axis of field grid (Main axes of the

system)
drawing
0,25
FELD_S
Insertion layer for streets
system
0,25
G_ANS
Building, roof
building
14
0,35
G_DECK
Building, ceiling
building
64
0,35
G_EINR
Building, Set-up/facilities (furniture,

sanitary, etc.)
building
74
0,35
G_FUSS
Building, floor
building
84
0,35
G_GRU
Building without roof above ground level

(Ventilation, wall breakthroughs ,
railings, windows, doors
building
94
0,35
G_GRU_U
Cable basement, all below ground level
building
104
0,35
G_SCH_L
Building section - left
building
124
0,35
G_SCH_R
Building section - right
building
123
0,35
HILFE_1
Help layer
help
11
0,35
HILFE_2
Help layer
help
21
0,35
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HILFE_3
Help layer
help
13
0,35
IPUNKT
Insertion layer information point
system
red
0,35
KABEL
Cable
drawing
140
0,5
KLAG_1
Electrical connection point - connection

type 1
system
blue
0,7
KLAG_2
Electrical connection point - connection

type 2
system
cyan
0,25
POSPOINT
Connection point - insertion point
system
yellow
0,25
POSNUM
Position number
system
141
0,25
PRPCL
Insertion point for point clusters
system
white
0,5
S_GRU
Steel construction geometry - basic

geometry above ground level
steel
40
0,25
S_GRU_M
Steel construction geometry for masts
steel
42
0,25
SCHRA
Hatches
hatch
yellow
0,25
SCHRA_L
Layer for hatches in left section
hatch
50
0,25
SCHRA_R
Layer for hatches in right section
hatch
51
0,25
drawing
141
0,25
STUECK
STATPUNKT
Static connection point
system
magenta
0,35
TEMPORARYREFERENCE
Insertion layer for temporary help clues
system
red
0,35
TXT_18
Text height 1.8
text, layout
green
0,18
TXT_25
Text height 2.5
text, layout
yellow
0,25
TXT_35
Text height 3.5
text, layout
red
0,35
TXT_50
Text height 5.0
text, layout
white
0,5
TXTG
Text height > 5.0
text, layout
blue
0,7
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UE_FUT
SLD symbols and Lines for future bays

(dotted)
ov plan
yellow
0,25
UE_SS
SLD symbols Busbar
ov plan
white
0,5
UE_SYM
SLD symbols and lines
ov plan
11
0,35
X_0
Insertion layer for Xref from labels parts

group
system
red
0,35
X_E
Insertion layer for Xref from electrical

components and insulators parts group
system
130
0,25
X_F
Insertion for Xref from the fundament

parts group
system
253
0,25
X_G
Insertion layer for Xref from the building

parts group
system
112
0,25
X_K
Insertion layer for Xref from the chains

and springs parts group
system
133
0,25
X_KL
Insertion layer for Xref from the clamps

parts group
system
133
0,25
X_S
Insertion layer for Xref from the steel

construction parts group
system
40
0,25
ZAUN
Insertion layer for fences and gates
system
53
0,25
ZAUNPFOSTEN
Insertion layer for fence posts
system
yellow
0,25
GIS_HSPM-1
Main axis of cable harness - 1
hv-cable
GIS_HSPM-2
hv-cable
GIS_HSPM-3
hv-cable
eGIS_HSPK-1
Cable sheath
hv-cable
L_OUTLINE_25
Contours thin
layout
yellow
0,25
L_OUTLINE_35
Contours medium
layout
red
0,35
L_OUTLINE_50
Contours thick
layout
white
0,5
L_HIDDEN
Concealed corners
layout
red
0,35
L_CENTER
Centre lines
layout
31
0,35
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L_HATCH
Hatches
L_DIM
layout
red
0,35
layout
cyan
0,25
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39 Colors, line thicknesses

Line thicknesses for plotting are defined for each color. The colors used in primtech are
listed below with their line thicknesses.
These are used in the plotstyle-table primtech_b_w.ctb
Color
1 - red
2 - yellow
3 - green
4 - cyan
5 - blue
6 - magenta
7 - white/black
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
21
22
30
31
40
42
50
51
53
60
61
62
63
64
73
74
81
84
94
103
104
Thickness
0,35
0,25
0,18
0,25
0,7
0,35
0,5
0,25
0,25
0,35
0,35
0,35
0,35
0,34
0,35
0,25
0,25
0,35
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,35
0,35
0,25
0,35
0,35
0,35
0,35
Colors, line thicknesses
290
112
123
124
130
131
132
133
134
140
141
142
143
150
151
152
153
161
163
171
210
211
212
253
254
0,25
0,35
0,35
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,5
0,25
0,25
0,5
0,35
0,7
0,7
0,7
0,25
0,25
0,25
0,7
0,7
0,7
0,25
0,25
Colors, line thicknesses
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40 Disclaimer
This software is engineered with utmost care, however it cannot be completely ruled
out that there are errors in the software, the software components used and in the
libraries. The software is continuously being improved and known errors eliminated.
We - entegra gmbh - assume neither responsibility nor liability for any damages
resulting from errors.
40.1
Calculations
Please note that all calculation results and reports, including parts lists, are without
warranty. The results should always be checked for plausibility and cross-checked with
a second independent calculation method where appropriate.
40.2
Symbols
The product symbols provided for in this software only depict the approximate form and
size of the product. The actual form and size may deviate. Please adapt the symbols to
the actual sizes of the products planned to be used by you. Any use of such symbols is
at the own risk of the user.
Disclaimer
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41 Software License Agreement

Between
entegra eyrich + appel gmbh
Hertzstrasse 28
76275 Ettlingen
Germany
info@entegra.de
Hereinafter: Licensor
and
YOU as CUSTOMER
Hereinafter: Licensee
the Licensor and the Licensee each a Party and collectively the Parties
Preamble
By copying, installing or using all or any part of the Software the Licensee
accepts all terms and conditions of this Software License Agreement. The
Licensee agrees that this Agreement is like any written and/or personally
negotiated agreement signed by the Licensee.
Whereas the Licensor is a company duly organized and existing under the laws of the
Federal Republic of Germany, which developed and maintains i. a. the Software, the
Parties enter into this Software License Agreement.
1. Interpretation
In this Software License Agreement, the following definitions shall apply:
Acts of God:
shall mean strikes and lock-outs at premises of third parties or premises of the
respective Party (in the latter case only if the lock-out is lawful), or governmental acts,
legal prohibition or other circumstances beyond the Parties responsibility.
Administrator:
shall mean an employee of the Licensee or a third party entrusted by the Licensee to
maintain or customize and amend the Software as permitted under this Agreement.
Software License Agreement
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Affiliate:
shall mean an affiliated company of a Party within the meaning of Sections 15 et. seq.
German Stock Corporation Act.
Agreement:
shall mean this Software License Agreement.
Cardinal Duties:
shall mean duties of a Party which enable the performance of the Agreement i. e. are
precondition of the performance of the Agreement and which the other Party may
therefore rely on.
Designated Country:
shall mean the country in which the Licensee has its principle place of business.
Distributor:
shall mean an official distribution partner of the Licensor.
Documentation:
shall mean the user documentation of the Software set forth in Annex 1.
Hardware:
shall mean the hardware used or intended to be used to run the Software.
Infringement Claim:
shall mean a claim by a third party against the Licensee asserting that the Licensees
use of the Software Product in accordance with this Agreement violates the third
partys intellectual property right in the Designated Country.
Legal Defect:
shall mean infringement of third party rights resulting from the use of the Software or
Documentation in the Designated Country.
Quality Defect:
shall mean with regard to the Software a deviation of the Software in functionality and
quality from the functionality and quality agreed in Section 2.2 of this Agreement and
with regard to the Documentation, if an average prudent user with basic knowledge of
the use of the Software is unable to grasp the individual functions of the Software using
the Documentation and reasonable effort.
Software:
shall mean the software including the symbols and each update of primtech. Primtech
is a product of the Licensor.
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Tangible Storage Media:

shall mean CDs, DVDs, hard-drives and all other tangible storage media commonly
used in the software industry to transport software, but not hard-drives installed in
computer systems and not solely used for the purpose of the transportation of the
Software.
2. Subject
2.1 Subject: Subject matter of this Agreement is the acquisition of the Software by the
Licensee and the granting of rights of use therein as set forth in 3 below by the
Licensor.
2.2 Functionality and Quality: The Software shall have the functionality and quality
specified and described in the Documentation. The Licensor shall not be liable to the
Licensee for any other functionality or quality of the Software, in particular the
Softwares suitability for any particular use intended by the Licensee or its suitability for
its ordinary use, its compliance with descriptions and statements of the Licensor or its
employees made in public or in advertisements, unless the Licensor has approved
such description and statements explicitly in writing. The specifications and
descriptions of the Software in the Documentation shall not be deemed or construed a
guarantee of quality (Beschaffenheitsgarantie) given by the Licensor.
2.3 Installation: The Licensor or a Distributor may perform the installation of the
Software on request of the Licensee. The Licensee authorizes the Licensor/Distributor
as well as those employees of the Licensor/Distributor who carry out the installation to
act on behalf of the Licensee during the installation concerning all declarations of
intention which are necessary for the installation and this Agreement.
2.4 Relevant Agreement: The rights and obligations of the Parties under this
Agreement shall be determined by this Agreement and its Annexes; general terms and
conditions of the Licensee shall not apply. In case of a discrepancy between the terms
of this Agreement and the terms of its Annexes, the terms of this Agreement shall
precede.
3. Right of use
3.1 Perpetual Right of Use: The Licensor hereby grants the Licensee a non-exclusive,
perpetual right of use in the Software Product on the condition precedent of full
payment of the purchase price within ninety (90) days after the receipt of an invoice.
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If the Licensee has not paid the full purchase price after 90 days after the receipt of an
invoice, the Software will automatically stops working and the right of use will expire.
The right of use is granted for the Designated Country only. The Licensee may only
use the Software Product for its internal use. The right of use for its parent companies,
Affiliates, branches, subsidiaries, successors or purchasers (merger and acquisition) is
excluded. The Licensee shall not use the Software to render data processing centre
services, outsourcing services or application services to third parties and shall not let
the Software to Third Parties without the prior written consent of the Licensor.
The purchase price shall be due and payable within 20 Business Days upon delivery of
the Software Product to the Licensee as set forth in Section 7.2 below either on a
Tangible Storage Media or by granting the Licensee or a Distributor reasonable
opportunity to download the Software Product from a network-server designated by the
Licensor and the receipt of an auditable invoice by the Licensee.
3.2 If the Licensee has obtained the Software pursuant to Section 7.2 of this
Agreement via download, it shall be entitled to copy the Software to a tangible Storage
media. The Licensors right in the copy downloaded shall exhaust in the meaning of
Section 69c Subsec. 3 sentence 2 German Copyright Act to the same extent it would
exhaust, if the Licensee had received the copy on a Tangible Storage Media.
3.3 Reservation of Rights: Unless explicitly set forth otherwise in this Agreement, all
rights in the Software Product and in all copies made thereof by the Licensee
whether amended or not in particular the copyright and the right to and on inventions
and other intellectual property rights remain exclusively with the Licensor. The
Licensees property in Tangible Storage Media if any and copies made thereof shall
remain unaffected.
3.4 Termination of Right of Use: In case of a termination of the Licensees right of use
in the Software Product, in particular in case of a withdrawal from this Agreement, the
Licensee shall return all Tangible Storage Media with the Software Product received
if any and delete all copies of the Software Product, unless the Licensee is obliged to
retain copies of the Software pursuant to mandatory statutory law and shall confirm
such deletion in writing to the Licensor.
3.5 If the deployment of the Software license is stand-alone, this Agreement allows the
installation and access of one copy of the software on one individual computer at a
time in one location, solely for one single user. If the deployment of the Software
license is network, the license may be installed on any workstation in a local network
accessing the local primtech server. The Licensee is obliged to ensure that the number
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of licenses used at the same time never exceeds the number of licenses accessed on
the local primtech server.
4. Protection of Software and Documentation

4.1 Safekeeping of Software: The Licensee shall keep the Software Product in safe
custody to prevent its misuse and shall except as otherwise provided for in 5
make it available to third parties only subject to the Licensors prior written consent. For
the purpose of this Section 4.1 Administrators and employees of the Licensee shall not
be construed third parties.
4.2 Passing on of Hardware: If the Licensee (i) passes on the Hardware or any
Tangible Storage Media on which the Software was stored (in whole or in part,
unchanged or amended) to a third party on terms other than those set forth in 5 or (ii)
otherwise gives up possession of such Hardware or Tangible Storage Media it shall
ensure that the Software Product is fully and permanently erased.
5. Hard- and Software Environment; Audit

5.1 Hardware and software environment: The Licensee shall be solely responsible for
the installation of a working and taking into account the additional load caused by the
Software Product sufficiently dimensioned hard- and software environment for the
Software Product. The Software has a specific server identifier for use exclusively on
the work stations which derive from the server installation. This server identifier must
not be modified in any way or for any purpose. Any manipulation might lead to partial or
complete data loss, even at your data exchange partners.
5.2 Audit: Upon at least fifteen (15) days prior notice, the Licensor may audit the
Licensees compliance with 3 of this Agreement. Such audits may be conducted only
by an independent expert who is subject to professional secrecy or otherwise bound to
confidentiality. Such expert may provide the Licensor with such information only if
any to the extent required by the Licensor to assert claims for and to prosecute
Licensees breaches of intellectual property rights of the Licensor. The Licensors costs
resulting from such audits shall be borne by the Licensor unless the audit evidenced
that the Licensee infringed intellectual property rights of Licensor. The Licensee shall
ensure that no personal data are made available to the expert during such audit. If the
audit can not be conducted without granting the expert access to personal data, the
Licensee shall procure the means to enable the expert to lawfully conduct the audit.
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The Licensee shall grant the expert access to the Software and reasonable information
regarding the Licensees actual use of the Software as may be required by the expert
to conduct the audit.
6. Delivery
6.1 Version of Software: Unless agreed otherwise between the Parties in writing the
Software shall be delivered in the version current at the time of its delivery.
6.2 Form of Delivery: The Licensor shall deliver the Software Product at its own
discretion by either (i) providing the Licensee with one (1) copy of the Software on a
Tangible Storage Media, or (ii) by storing the Software Product on a network-server,
granting the Licensee access to the Software Product for its download by the Licensee
or a Distributor and shall inform the Licensee thereof.
6.3 Passing Of Risk: Delivery and passing of risk shall have occurred (i) in case of a
delivery on a Tangible Storage Media, if said storage media together with the
Documentation was handed over by Licensor to the Licensee or to a carrier designated
by the Licensee for its delivery (ii) in case of a delivery via download, upon granting the
Licensee access to the Software and notifying the Licensee hereof. In case the
Software is damaged after risk passed, the Licensor shall redeliver the Software
against payment of reasonable copy and transportation costs.
6.4 Obligate to Examine: The Licensee shall promptly examine all deliverables of the
Licensor and notify the Licensor of any defects. Section 377 of the German
Commercial Code applies.
7. Warranty; Limitation of Action

7.1 Warranty of the Licensor: The Licensor warrants that the Software Product is free
of Quality Defects at the time the risk passes and does not infringe any rights of third
parties in the Designated Country.
7.2 Rectification of Quality Defects: The Licensor shall rectify Quality Defects at its own
election by either repairing or replacing the defective Software Product or respective
parts thereof.
7.2.1 New Versions of Software: The Licensor may replace defective Software with
newer versions of the same, provided that (i) the replacement is at least equal in
performance and functionality to the Software to be replaced and (ii) the replacement
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does not require undue adjustments on the Licensees side, (e.g. the use of a different
operating system or hardware with higher performance). For the avoidance of doubt,
additional training of personnel required due to minor changes in the structure of the
Software or the user guidance shall not be construed as undue adjustment in the
meaning of the aforesaid sentence of this Section 7.2.1.
7.2.2 Workarounds: If a Quality Defect cannot be rectified by repairing or replacing the
Software Product, the Licensor may provide the Licensee with workarounds for the
respective defect. To the extent reasonable, such workarounds shall be considered a
rectification of the Quality Defect.
7.3 Statutory Rights: The Licensees rights pursuant to mandatory statutory law to
lower payment, withdraw from the Agreement and to claim damages or futile expenses
in case of a Quality Defect remain unaffected.
7.4 Notification and Indemnification: The Licensee shall notify the Licensor without
undue delay of any Infringement Claim giving reasonable details. The Licensor shall
promptly assume full control over any court- or out-of-court defence activities of the
Licensee against such Infringement Claim.
7.5 Failure To Assume Control: If the Licensor fails to assume full control over the
defence of the Licensee as set forth under Section 7.4 above within thirty (30) days
upon notification by the Licensee, the Licensee may conduct the defence and the
Licensor shall reimburse the Licensee for the costs incurred by it including reasonable
attorneys fees and damages finally awarded against the Licensee.
7.6 Assistance by the Licensee: The Licensee shall provide, upon the Licensors
written request and at the expense of the Licensor, reasonable assistance to the
Licensor to support the Licensor in the settlement of and/or defence against the
Infringement Claim.
7.7 No Liability under this 7 8: The Licensor shall not be liable to the Licensee under
Sections 7.1 to 7.6 above if and to the extent the Infringement Claims or Quality
Defects are based solely on an alteration or modification or use of the Software
Product by the Licensee which is not in compliance with this Agreement.
7.8 Compensation of Debug Activities: The Licensee shall reimburse the Licensor for
costs resulting from activities to rectify (alleged) defects in the Software Product in an
amount set forth in the Licensors then current price list if to the Licensees
knowledge or gross negligent lack of knowledge the Software Product is free of such
alleged defect or the Licensor is not obliged to rectify such defect pursuant to Section
7.1 to 7.7 above.
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7.9 Limitation of Action: Subject to sentence 2 of this Section 7.9, the warranty claims
of the Licensee shall become statute-barred within one (1) year upon delivery of the
Software Product in accordance with Section 6.2 of this Agreement. Claims for
damages of the Licensee based on a wilful or gross negligent breach of duty, an injury
to life, body or health or claims based on a fraudulent concealment of defects, a breach
of a guarantee in the meaning of Section 444 BGB given by the Licensor or claims
based on the German Product Liability Act shall be statute-barred as set forth by
mandatory statutory law.
7.10 Warranty for merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose is excluded.
7.11 The Software interacts with different other software products (such as Microsoft).
Any warranty or liability for errors or defects of those other software products is
excluded.
7.12 Warranty for calculation results and reports, including parts lists, is excluded. The
results should always be checked on plausibility and cross-checked with a second
independent calculation method where appropriate.
7.13 The product symbols provided in the Software only depict the approximate form
and size of the product. The actual form and size may deviate. The Licensee may
adapt the symbols to the actual sizes of the products planned to be used by the
Licensee. Any use of the symbols is at the own risk of the Licensee.
8. Liability
8.1 Liability: The Licensors liability irrespective of its legal ground shall be limited
as follows:
8.1.1 Unlimited Liability: The Licensor shall be liable without limitations:
a. in case of intent and gross negligence,
b. in case of injuries to life, body or health,
c. pursuant to the terms of the German Product Liability Act, or
d. under a guarantee granted by the Licensor.
8.1.2 Liability for breaches of Cardinal Duties: Subject to Section 8.1 above, the
Licensors liability for slightly negligent breaches of Cardinal Duties shall be limited to
such damage which was typical for this kind of business and foreseeable upon the
execution of this Agreement.
8.2 Force Majeure: Neither Party shall be responsible for any failure to perform its
duties under this Agreement due to Acts of God and any time of delivery or
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performance agreed hereunder shall be extended by the time such Acts of God exist
plus reasonable starting time thereafter. The Party affected by an Act of God shall
inform the other Party without undue delay of such Act of God and the
expected duration thereof. If an Act of God lasts for more than 3 subsequent months,
either Party may withdraw from this Agreement.
8.3 No liability: The Licensor shall not be liable irrespective of the legal grounds except
as expressly set forth in Sections 8.1 to 8.2 above.
8.4 Limitation of Action: The Licensors liability pursuant to Section 8.1.1 lit (b) to (d)
above and in case of intent shall be time-barred within the statutory period. In all other
cases the Licensors liability shall be time-barred as set forth in Section 7.9 above.
Section 199 German Civil Code shall apply.
9. Term and Termination

9.1 Term: This Agreement shall become effective upon execution and shall remain in
force for an indefinite period of time.
9.2 Termination for Cause: The Partys rights to terminate this Agreement for cause
shall remain unaffected. A cause for termination shall be given in particular, but without
limitation if:
the other Party files for insolvency, or
an insolvency proceeding has been initiated due to a Third Partys filing.
9.3 Form of Termination Notice: Any termination notice shall be given in writing.
10. Escalation Procedures

The Parties shall endeavour to amicably resolve any dispute before taking legal action.
If such dispute can not be resolved in meetings of the Parties directors, the Parties
shall institute conciliation proceedings. If the dispute can not be resolved in conciliation
proceedings the Parties may initiate legal actions. The Parties right to initiate
preliminary proceedings shall remain unaffected.
11. Miscellaneous
11.1 Applicable Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany without regard to the UN
Convention on the International Sale of Goods (CISG).
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11.2 Venue: The district court (Landgericht) of 76113 Karlsruhe, Germany shall have
exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute - including product liability claims - arising out of
or in connection with this Agreement.
11.3 Written Form: Amendments and additions to this Agreement, including
amendments to or a waiver of this written form requirement shall be made in writing.
11.4 Severability: Should individual terms of this Agreement be or become invalid or
unenforceable or in case this Agreement contains omissions, this shall not affect the
validity of the remaining terms. Instead of the invalid, unenforceable or missing term,
such valid and enforceable term shall be deemed to have been agreed upon between
the Parties which the Parties would reasonably have agreed upon taking into account
the economic purpose of this Agreement had they been aware at the conclusion of this
Agreement that the relevant term was invalid, unenforceable or missing.
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42 Index
2
2D Export ...................................................... 258

2D-Export ...................................................... 221
2D-Export: Name for several layout .............. 230
Cable duct......................................................101
Cable ducts in the parts list ............................110
Cadastre plan ................................................... 8
Calculating protection areas ..........................171
Calculating protection volumes ......................170
Calculation examples .....................................173
Calculation for height above 25 meters .........169
Calculations ...................................................292
Calling from AutoCAD ....................................252
Calling from modell managment ....................252
Calling the Job Manager ................................272
Cancel sessions ..........................................23
Carry out 2D export / pr_2DExport / ..............258
Cast cable duct ..............................................103
Cast duct:.......................................................110
Chains..............................................................79
Changing a position number ..........................246
Changing geometry /pr_edit/............................92
Changing the ground level .............................170
Changing the hatching of the cable duct in the
sectional view / pr_kkhatch / .....................106
Changing the sphere radius ...........................170
Check ..............................................................23
Check for identical target folders .....................28
Checked in ........................................................ 4
Checked out...................................................... 3
CheckedIn only ..............................................271
Check-in...........................................................15
Check-in / check-out ......................................193
Check-In all ......................................................22
Check-in replication .......................................265
Check-out ........................................................14
Check-out replication .....................................264
Check-Out Results ...........................................22
Circuit symbol attributes.................................190
Circuit symbols ..............................................188
Circuit symbols / branches in enTis ...............187
Clamps.............................................................68
Clearance Calculation ............................175, 180
Clearances settings .......................................183
Client title block / frame .................................198
Close .............................................................273
Closing a model ...............................................11
Colors ............................................................183
Colors, line thicknesses .................................290
Colour, Layer, Style, Alignment, Height,
Rotation, Width factor, Oblique ..................200
Columns in the Job Manager Dialog Box .......273
Command options..................................274, 278
Command options for / pr_layer /....................83
Complete station ............................................... 7
Component list .................................................36
Component types that are displayed ...............85
Concrete Volume [Volume in m] [yd] ...........136
3
3D Export into native AutoCAD format /
pr_export / ................................................. 257
3D steel section library .................................. 113
3D-Export ...................................................... 222
A
A style is used for a title block as follows ...... 201
A style is used for frames as follows ............. 201
A3 paper........................................................ 228
A3 printer....................................................... 228
Absolute scaling ............................................ 122
Absolute-compl scaling ................................. 123
Activate alternative symbols /pr_earthsymb/ . 162
Add from enTis ......................................... 204
Additional A3 printout .................................... 225
Additional PDF .............................................. 225
Application ....................................................... 38
Archive ............................................................ 18
Archive database............................................... 5
Assigning a new virtual bay grid /
pr_assignvirtualbaygrid / ........................... 208
Assigning an item number to the info point ..... 47
Asynchronous replication .............................. 261
Attributes in client title blocks /
pr_createAttributeDefinition / ..................... 200
Attributes with coupling to the model
management ............................................. 214
Autoconnect conductors /
pr_reconnectConnections /.......................... 76
Automatically determining the node points .... 157
B
Backfilling [Volume in m] [yd] ...................... 136
Bay .................................................................... 7
Bay name ...................................................... 190
Bay name, voltage level .................................. 64
Bay section / pr_gridclip / .............................. 215
Binary identical ................................................ 30
Bitmaps in client title blocks .......................... 199
Bitumen Coating [Area in m] [ft] .................. 136
Blinding/Subbase [Volume in m] [yd] .......... 136
BOM extension of the foundation .................. 135
BOM output ................................................... 137
Branches ....................................................... 191
Branches always use the latest revision status of
the circuit symbols ..................................... 191
Index
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Configured call of symbol management /

PR_SVK / .................................................... 45
Connecting roads / pr_kkconnect / .................. 94
Connection components .................................. 66
Connection points............................................ 66
Connections in the parts list ............................ 78
Consumer location ........................................ 263
Convert models to ....................................... 13
Convert PrimTech objects to solid ................... 80
Converting the standard title block / frame .... 198
Converting wire / tube ..................................... 80
Converting wire / tube to solid / pr_tosolid / ..... 78
Coordinate entry for X-commands................. 126
Coordinate entry for Y-commands................. 126
Coordinate entry for Z-commands ................. 126
Coordinate system ........................................ 127
Copies ........................................................... 226
Copy ................................................................ 17
Copy and paste station.................................... 18
Copy, Paste copying a model ....................... 10
Copying ................................................. 144, 248
Copying and re-using details ........................... 59
Copying details ................................................ 59
Copying drawing containers .......................... 193
Copying drawings with project title blocks/frames
.................................................................. 197
Copying earthing networks from other stations
.................................................................. 154
Copying existing project title blocks/frames ... 197
Copying into stations without parts list managers
.................................................................... 29
Copying models with references ..................... 27
Copying of assemblies .................................... 59
Copying of project model references ............... 62
Copying project model definitions.................... 62
Copying project models ................................... 62
Copying station parts with parts list information
.................................................................... 29
Copying stations with temporary auxiliary
references ................................................... 82
Copying title blocks/frames ........................... 197
Copying with checked-out/partially checked-out
target folders ............................................... 30
Copying with earth details ............................. 154
Correct view direction / pr_vpdircheck / ......... 217
Correct viewport direction in viewport /
pr_vpdircheck / .......................................... 247
Cover paper space ........................................ 227
Create a high-voltage cable /pr_cable/ .......... 115
Create basic plant structure ............................ 23
Create equipment foundation /
pr_createEquipmentFoundation / .............. 133
Create job ........................................................ 18
Create Usage List / pr_usagelist / ................. 251
Creating a cast cable duct ............................. 103
Creating a drawing derivative / pr_createlayout /
.................................................................. 202
Creating a fence .............................................. 86
Creating a job ................................................ 271
Creating a new model ..................................... 11
Creating a new title block / frame .................. 198
Creating a parts list ....................................... 231
Creating a project model in the Model Manager

.....................................................................60
Creating a project symbol from an inserted
enTis-object / pr_converttoprojectsymbol / .60
Creating a segmented cable duct ..................101
Creating a shaded field grid .............................65
Creating a tube connection / PR_RM / ............73
Creating a wire connection / PR_VBDLG / ......67
Creating an access frame /pr_strhoehe/ ..........98
Creating an additional view window /
PR_VPORT / .............................................211
Creating an earthing network .........................155
Creating an earthing plan...............................161
Creating drawing containers ..........................193
Creating drawings ..........................................192
Creating drawings by means of templates with
virtual bay grid .........................................208
Creating drawings using plan types ...............206
Creating drawings using templates ................207
Creating earthing materials ............................144
Creating new models .......................................64
Creating position number bubble ...................242
Creating the earthing plan..............................161
Creating, disconnecting, and editing junctions .94
Customer identifier: ........................................190
Cut, Paste moving a model ...........................10
D
Damping wire ...................................................74
Data remain checked out .................................15
Deactivating a bay section /pr_gridclipoff/ .....215
Default ...........................................................239
Default value ..................................................200
Define target folder ..........................................27
Defining the connection shape / pr_kkflansch /
...................................................................108
Defining the selection set ...............................127
Delete (Admin) .................................................22
Deleting............................ 12, 144, 189, 211, 248
Deleting / repositioning earth detail references
...................................................................158
Deleting a connection ......................................77
Deleting a model reference ............................194
Deleting a Project Model ..................................62
Deleting connection components .....................76
Deleting folders ................................................12
Deleting in Checked In .....................................12
Deleting in Checked Out ..................................12
Deleting in the Global DB and Archive database
.....................................................................12
Deleting local data .........................................278
Deleting modules and project symbols ............12
Deleting temporary auxiliary references ..........82
Deleting, moving, copying a symbol with a
position number .........................................248
Delta comparison before replication ..............261
Derivation functions .......................................206
Detail ...............................................................55
Detail Earth connection ...............................147
Detail Earth node.........................................147
Detail assembly ...............................................55
Detail drawings ................................................57
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Detail in a substation drawing ......................... 58

Detail objects in the Model Manager ............... 55
Detail symbol ................................................... 55
Detailing in the drawing container ................... 45
Detailing of all symbols / pr_changedet / ......... 45
Details ............................................................... 6
Detecting identical earth components ........... 154
Detecting identical earth wires ...................... 154
Determine cable length /pr_cablelength/ ....... 117
Disc insulator ................................................... 69
Disclaimer ..................................................... 292
Disconnecting roads / pr_kkdconnect /............ 95
Display .......................................................... 239
Display earth wire in foreground
/pr_showInFront/ ....................................... 163
Display of superimposed objects ................... 253
Display of the model matchcode ... 274, 276, 278
Display of the search results ........................... 18
Display of warnings in the dialog ................... 182
Display text .................................................... 128
Display texts / alternative texts ...................... 239
Displaying a selection set .............................. 237
Displaying all symbols ................................... 237
Displaying drawing templates in the ListView 203
Distance on base............................................. 90
Distributors .................................................... 268
Drawing containers.................................... 8, 193
Drawing earth components ........................... 146
Drawing number ............................................ 205
Drawing sheets.............................................. 192
Drawings ......................................................... 57
E
Earth Cable Network ..................................... 140
Earth components, Detail Symbols ............... 146
Earth detail bubbles without guide lines ........ 161
Earth details .................................................. 147
Earth wires .................................................... 145
Earthing ............................................................. 8
Earthing layers .............................................. 142
Earthing material ........................................... 144
Edit info point / pr_edit / ................................... 46
Edit position number bubbles using handles . 247
Edit table title / pr_edittable / ........................ 249
Editable status ................................................. 20
Editing a cable duct ....................................... 104
Editing a connection / PR_EDIT / .................... 76
Editing a layout / pr_ modifylayout /............... 212
Editing a position number / PR_SSPEDIT / ... 245
Editing a record ............................................. 245
Editing a road .................................................. 92
Editing a title block in AutoCAD / PR_EDIT / . 213
Editing a title block in the model management
.................................................................. 214
Editing an access frame /pr_edit/ .................... 98
Editing an arc /pr_kkflansch/ ........................... 93
Editing an attribute that is relevant to the rule 209
Editing an earthing network ........................... 159
Editing connection points / PR_VBPOINTS / .. 76
Editing fence components ............................... 86
Editing functions for cast ducts ...................... 107
Editing functions for connections ..................... 76
Editing the field grid / pr_edit / .........................65

Editing via handles...................................93, 104
Effects of the change .....................................245
Electrical connection point ...............................66
Electrical connection points .............................48
Embedding earth components in an earth detail
...................................................................148
Embedding earth wires in an earth detail .......149
Embedding earthing bubbles .........................161
Enter translation.............................................126
Entering diameter / radius (checking minimum
distances) ..............................................78, 80
enTis Symbol management ..........................32
Entis Clipboard ................................................42
EPS path........................................................229
Equality of the Title block style or Frame style
entry ...........................................................201
Erthing in model management .......................143
Evaluating the earth detail references ...........164
Evaluation of details in the parts list .................54
Even distribution ..............................................87
Excavation [Volume in m] [yd] .....................136
Excel Sheet List .............................................222
Existing earth wires ........................................164
Explode enTis symbol / pr_explode / ...............62
Export ..............................................................24
Export all layouts ...........................................276
Export earthing network /pr_earthexport/ .......160
F
Factor ............................................................241
Faulty Jobs ....................................................272
Fence filling......................................................89
Fence panel .....................................................89
Fence wire .......................................................89
Fences ...........................................................177
Fences in the parts list .....................................90
Field grid / PR_creategrid / ..............................63
File name creation when plotting and for 2Dexport .........................................................275
File name creation with 2D-export .................259
Fix ..................................................................239
Fixed length .....................................................87
Folder structure..............................................143
Folder structures for Checkin/out .....................26
Folder Templates .............................................31
Folders for Earthing Details ...........................147
Folders in Checked In ......................................31
For symbols in a referenced model / PR_NP /
...................................................................243
For symbols of a selected group / PR_SSPGRP
/ ..................................................................243
For symbols with multiple selection /
PR_MSPNUM / ..........................................242
Format ...................................................203, 204
Formwork [Area in m] [ft] .............................136
Foundation geometry .....................................134
Frame style ....................................................204
Frames and title blocks as project components
...................................................................195
Free connection point ......................................66
Freeze/Thaw / pr_layer / ..................................83
Index
305
Freezing the paper space .............................. 226

From point: .................................................... 103
Function and menu area ................................... 6
Functions ....................................................... 236
Functions for defining a new status ................. 19
Generate new revision .................................... 20

Generating a road ........................................... 91
Geometric editing of circuit symbols .............. 189
Geometry of a node point .............................. 157
GIS station ........................................................ 7
Global DB .......................................................... 5
Greyed out command options ....................... 186
Ground level .......................................... 167, 177
Grounded parts ............................................. 177
Group options ................................................ 240
Group tree ..................................................... 237
Inserting earth detail references in the earthing

network ......................................................158
Inserting earth wires in the model ..................155
Inserting frames and title blocks in the layout 195
Inserting illustrations of the earth detail .........162
Inserting project models / pr_insertMMElement /
.....................................................................61
Inserting strings ...............................................79
Inserting the section .......................................114
Insertion a temporary auxiliary references
/Pr_TempXref/ .............................................81
Insertion point ............................................49, 65
Insulator Ground Level................................181
Insulators .......................................................176
Insulators are not recognised.........................178
Integration of AutoCAD Architecture / MEP ...185
Introduction ....................................................140
Itemized BOM ..................................................16
Iteration steps ................................................168
Harmonizing layers in viewports / pr_layharm /

.................................................................. 216
Height of lower edge of insulator (HUI) ........... 51
Hidden lines .................................................. 259
Hiding access frames singly /pr_strhaus/ ........ 99
Highlight color for undefined objects ............. 253
Highlighting Objects ...................................... 253
High-voltage cables ....................................... 115
History ............................................................. 21
Horizontal structure ....................................... 234
how to fix problems in displaying protection
volumes ..................................................... 170
Job 2D Export ..............................................276

Job 3D Export ..............................................278
Job Plotting..................................................274
Job server ......................................................271
Job server basics ...........................................271
I
Identification of the access height ................... 97
Import .............................................................. 24
Import earthing network /pr_earthimport/ ...... 160
Importing the enTis symbols ........................... 25
In a detail, detail assembly and detail symbol
model ........................................................ 256
In drawing container ...................................... 256
In process status ............................................. 20
In station model ............................................. 256
Inactive Element Color .................................. 184
Inclusion of lower-level models...................... 232
Individual length ............................................ 117
Info point in the project symbol ........................ 47
Info points ........................................................ 46
Information about the source file ..................... 27
Information bar .................................................. 5
Input parameters ............................................. 64
Input specific to Rolling Sphere Method ........ 167
Input specific to VDE 0101 Method ............... 168
Insert ............................................................... 40
Inserting a field grid ......................................... 65
Inserting a model reference in drawing
containers / pr_DrwMod / .......................... 194
Inserting coordinates as text ......................... 128
Inserting earth connections in the model ....... 156
L
Labels when editing .......................................212
Language ...............................................204, 207
Language value Multilingual ........................201
Layer assignment ..................................100, 112
Layer assignment: .........................................116
Layer list ........................................................206
Layer settings for templates ...........................207
Layer settings with the virtual bay grid option
...................................................................208
Layers ............................................................166
Layout name = Matchcode for the sheet........209
Layout name updates automatically ..............209
Layout of the position number table ...............250
Layouts ..........................................................225
Layouts before primtech 11 ...........................210
Lightning protection calculation ......................165
Lightning protection devices ..........................166
Lightning protection height .............................165
Lightning protection rods................................172
Lightning protection wires ..............................172
Line groups in course of copying ...................154
Line tracing for central axis ............................115
Line type scaling ............................................163
Line Types .....................................................255
Linking input parameters in properties dialog 135
List view ............................................................ 5
Live parts with the same phase .....................177
Load styles / pr_styleload / ............................185
Local data write-protected................................15
Loose model hierarchy ..................................... 9
Index
306
M
Management of non-primtech layouts ......... 210
Manual union/subtraction .............................. 170
Manually overwrite layout name .................... 209
Mapping assignment for target folders ............ 28
Margin A3 ...................................................... 229
Material data in enTis .................................... 138
Memorize last translation .............................. 126
Menu area ....................................................... 33
Merging identical components ......................... 30
Merging identical title blocks/frames.............. 197
Migrate Complete Plant (Admin) ..................... 22
Minimum insertion height (HU) ........................ 52
Model hierarchies .............................................. 9
Model Management........................................... 1
Model management characteristics for frames
.................................................................. 196
Model management characteristics for title
blocks ........................................................ 196
Model management characteristics for title
blocks/frames ............................................ 196
Models in primtech ............................................ 7
Modifying a project model ............................... 62
Moving ................................................... 189, 248
Moving an access frame ................................. 98
Moving drawing containers ............................ 193
Moving, Copying, Stretching in Direction .... 125
Multiple copying of a connection /
PR_VBMCOPY / ......................................... 75
Multiple selection of bays .............................. 208
Multiple selection when inserting an earth detail
bubble ....................................................... 162
N
Name............................................................. 200
Name of the job-specific sub-directory .. 277, 278
Naming a layout ............................................ 209
Navigation in the part family tree structure ...... 38
Network system ............................................. 141
New status ...................................................... 20
Node points ................................................... 156
Non-visible accessories ................................. 152
Notification .................................................... 272
Number of columns and lines .......................... 64
Number of wires .............................................. 72
O
Object recognition ......................................... 176
Obsolete status ............................................... 21
OK, Cancel .................................................... 246
/
pr_openrefmodel / ....................................... 84
Open previous model / pr_openprevmodel / ... 85
Opening a model ............................................. 11
Opening stations with temporary auxiliary
references ................................................... 82
Opening the parts list manager / PR_STLM / 248
Option Do not copy referenced drawing
containers................................................... 28
Option Do not show this mask again ............. 29
Option Use/create folders with the same name

.....................................................................28
Option Ignore positions numbers .................254
Option All .......................................................186
Option Architecture ........................................185
Option Building Services Engineering ............186
Option Layout/ Views .....................................185
Options ..........................................................228
Order of groups for parts list output ...............237
Orientation .....................................................114
Original diameter .......................................78, 80
Other folders ..................................................... 4
Other functions ......................................211, 270
Output devices, printers .................................275
Output in the AutoCAD text window ...............118
Output paths ..................................275, 277, 278
Output type ............................................224, 275
Owner and consumer location .......................262
Owner location ...............................................263
P
Parameters ............................................128, 165
Parametric Equipment Foundation Modeling .133
Part list evaluation "Earth wire earth connection"
...................................................................164
Part list evaluation "Earth wire network system"
...................................................................164
Part list evaluation for the earth cable network
...................................................................164
Part list groups and units for earth wires and
earth components ......................................164
Part list information Detail free detail and
Detail earth node ..................................150
Part list information for "Detail earth
connection" ................................................151
Part list information for earth details
/pr_earthbominfo/ .......................................149
Part list item numbers in the earth detail ........153
Part station........................................................ 7
Partial check-out of models..............................26
Parts list evaluation ........................................100
Parts list evaluation via length .........................78
Parts list evaluation via length: ......................111
Parts list evaluation via quantity .......................78
Parts list evaluation via quantity: ..............90, 111
Parts list evaluation via volume: .....................112
Parts list manager ......................................8, 235
Parts lists / position numbers .........................231
PDF path........................................................229
PDF/2D-Export: Name for one layout ............229
Phase - Earth .................................................180
Phase - Fence ...............................................180
Phase Ground Level ...................................181
Phase - Phase ...............................................180
Phase - Street ................................................180
Phase checker ...............................................176
Phase following fails ......................................179
Phases Creation ............................................183
Pier Foundation / pr_createPierFoundation / .139
Plan type ........................................................203
Plot ................................................................220
Plot all layouts................................................274
Index
307
Plot options ................................................... 227

Plot scale ....................................................... 225
Plot stylus table ............................................. 225
Ploting of detail drawings ................................ 58
Plotter ............................................................ 229
Plotting .......................................................... 225
Plotting with line thicknesses ......................... 227
Point ................................................................ 91
Polyline............................................................ 92
Pos ................................................................ 239
Position locked .............................................. 201
Position number assignment in AutoCAD ..... 242
Position number bubble while parts list manager
is locked .................................................... 244
Position number handles in section views ..... 217
Position number table / pr_inserttable / ......... 249
Position number value range ......................... 240
Position of fence posts .................................... 88
Position parts list ........................................... 233
Post height, width, depth, diameter ................. 88
Pre-defined primtech Line Types................... 255
Preview ........................................................... 36
primtech command reference ........................ 279
Primtech Fences / PR_Fence /........................ 86
primtech layer info ......................................... 129
Primtech Layer Usage ................................... 284
primtech plotting ............................................ 224
Print date & path............................................ 227
Private folders ................................................... 3
Problems in Section Views ............................ 247
Procedure for clearance calculation .............. 175
Project assemblies .......................................... 53
Project details .................................................. 54
Project models............................................. 8, 53
Project modules............................................... 53
Project symbols ............................................... 53
Project symbols, Project assemblies and Project
modules ......................................................... 8
Properties .............................................. 145, 146
Properties list............................................... 5, 36
Properties of earth details ............................. 148
PropertyView ................................................. 204
Protection volume.......................................... 167
Public folder ...................................................... 3
Publishing (into the global DB) ...................... 267
Purge............................................................. 132
Purging/Clean up........................................... 236
Q
Quantified BOM ............................................... 16
Quantity data for evaluation .......................... 232
Quantity parts list........................................... 233
R
Radius ............................................................. 74
Radius of lightning sphere to low................... 171
RCN - Resource code: .................................. 190
Read all symbols ........................................... 236
Read-only status ............................................. 20
Referenced model hierarchy ............................. 9
Regular replication ........................................ 264
Reinforcement Steel [Mass in kg] [lb] ............136

Relative scaling..............................................121
Released status ...............................................21
Remove ...........................................................16
Remove Job...................................................273
Remove local copy ..........................................15
Renaming a group .........................................238
Repeated import of the same enTis symbols ...25
Replace by ... .................................................144
Replace PCL-Symbol / pr_replaceSymbol / .....43
Replace with ................................................13
Replace with... ...............................................195
Replication .....................................................261
Replication generally .....................................261
Replication in primtech ..................................262
Replication of the enTis data .........................262
Resetting overwritten layout names /
pr_clearLayoutName /................................209
Restrictions on 2D export...............................259
Retrieve .....................................................14, 17
Retrieving complete stations ..........................270
Revoking (from the global DB) .......................269
RFC - Reference code: ..................................190
Road ................................................................91
Roads in the parts list ....................................100
Rotating and reflecting circuit symbols ..........189
Rounding off junctions / pr_kkflansch / ............96
S
Sag ..................................................................72
Saving a file ...................................................227
Saving a parts list definition ...........................231
Scale .............................................. 128, 203, 205
Scale for templates ........................................207
Scaling blocks and X-Refs /pr_ScaleBlk/ .......119
Scaling from - to.............................................120
Search .................................................17, 35, 38
Segmented cable duct ...................................101
Segmented duct:............................................110
Select a polyline:............................................103
Select layouts for export [ACtive/ALl]: ............258
Select objects ........................................115, 117
Select the connection points ......................67, 73
Selecting drawing templates ..........................203
Selecting the output file: ................................259
Selection of the output mode [Model
area/Layout]: ..............................................258
Selection of the Output-File: ..........................259
Separating a side connection / pr_kkdconnect /
...................................................................107
Sequence of jobs ...........................................273
Setting position numbers automatically .........236
Setting primtech plot variables / pr_setplotvars /
...................................................................230
Setting starting/end posts ................................88
Sheet .............................................................205
Sheet Lists .....................................................218
Sheet Lists in the Model Manager .................218
Showing / hiding temporary auxiliary references /
Pr_TempXrefShow /.....................................82
Showing/hiding all access frames /pr_strhein/ .99
Index
308
Side connections for cast cable ducts /

pr_kkconnect / ........................................... 107
Single line diagram ........................................ 187
Site map ............................................................ 7
Situation I: ....................................................... 26
Situation II: ...................................................... 26
Situation III ...................................................... 26
SmartViews ..................................................... 39
Software License Agreement ........................ 293
Solution to possible problems during object
recognition ................................................. 178
Spacer ............................................................. 69
Spacing fence posts ........................................ 87
Special case: clamps.................................... 242
Special function ............................................. 124
Specify diameter............................................ 115
Sphere radius / Protection Class ................... 167
Standard ........................................................ 187
Standard title block / frame ............................ 198
Static connection point .................................... 49
Status ........................................................ 19, 41
Status bar ........................................................ 36
Step 1 Drawing container with Detail Level 1
.................................................................. 175
Step 2 - Phase checker ................................. 175
Step 3 Clearance calculation ...................... 175
Storing ........................................................... 211
Strand............................................................ 116
Streets ........................................................... 176
Structural models .............................................. 7
Structure of a primtech drawing..................... 192
Styles are already present? ........................... 186
Styles for title block and frame ...................... 201
Support during the preparation of client frames /
title blocks.................................................. 199
Switch 3D clipping planes on/off /
pr_switchClippingPlanes / ......................... 247
Switching between RCN and RFC, and showing
the customer resource code ...................... 191
Switching on/off clipping planes /
pr_switchClippingPlanes / ......................... 217
Symbol .......................................................... 235
Symbol Construction Layer ........................... 131
Symbol Detailing ............................................. 45
Symbol instance ............................................ 235
Symbol list ..................................................... 239
Symbol type .......................................... 187, 188
Symbols ........................................................ 292
Symbols with connection points ...................... 48
Symbols with height scaling ............................ 50
Symbols with staggered insertion height ......... 51
Synchronism of the model data ..................... 262
Synchronous replication ................................ 261
System Variables in AutoCAD ....................... 256
T
Target ............................................................ 276
Tasks for Sheet Lists ..................................... 220
Template geometries in enTis ....................... 199
Temporary auxiliary reference ......................... 81
Temporary auxiliary references on models from
other stations ............................................... 82
Term definition ...............................................235

The "Earth wire" area .............................150, 151
The "Other components" area ...............150, 152
The calculation...............................................181
The command sequence ...............................125
The Job Manager...........................................272
Title block style ..............................................204
Title block style / frame style not unique ........205
Title blocks and drawing frames in the model
management ..............................................195
To check status................................................21
Tolerance .......................................................167
Total length ....................................................117
Totalling .........................................................164
Transaction behavior of the parts list managers
...................................................................252
Transfer scaling .............................................124
Transferring connection properties /
PR_VBCOPYPRP /......................................77
Transferring properties /pr_strgetprop/ ............93
Transferring symbols from the symbol
management ..........................................68, 74
Transferring the existing position number from
the context menu .......................................246
Transferring the next free position number from
the context menu .......................................246
Transferring values ........................................214
Tree and folder structure................................... 3
Tree structure ..................................................34
Trim, Extend, Break .........................................90
Trimming/extending a cable duct /pr_kktrim/ .105
Tube diameter..................................................74
Two title blocks on one layout /
pr_insertMmElement / ................................211
Type of drawing template...............................203
Types of replication ........................................263
Typical configurations for labels /pr_label/ .....223
U
Uncheckout ......................................................14
Uncheck-Out (Admin) ......................................22
Undefined symbols ..........................................74
Undelete ..........................................................12
Undoing check-out .........................................270
Units ..............................................................128
Update .....................................................18, 273
Update position number table / pr_updatetable /
...................................................................249
Updating a wire connection / PR_UPDATE / ...76
Updating layers in a view window / PR_VPEDIT
/ ..................................................................212
Updating obsolete components /
pr_UpdateEntisRevision / ............................43
Updating on opening a drawing .....................246
Updating position numbers ............................246
User Administration .........................................23
User group administrators................................44
User group symbol engineer ............................44
User group user ...............................................44
User interface ..............................................2, 33
User rights .......................................................44
Using a detail in a substation model ................56
Index
309
V
Values of the Status attribute .......................... 20
Vertical structure ........................................... 234
View ........................................................ 17, 237
View of Dialog ............................................... 179
View Symbols .................................................. 46
View type - List ................................................ 37
View type Thumbnails .................................. 37
View types for component lists ........................ 37
Visual Style ................................................... 183
Voltage level .................................................... 64
Warnings........................................................183
Where are the imported enTis data stored?.....25
Width, length ....................................................64
Wire- and Tube- Connections ..........................66
Wire connection points ....................................66
Wire diameter ..................................................70
Wire distance ...................................................72
Wire parameters ..............................................70
Wire type..........................................................70
With Use/create folders with the same name 29
Without Use/create folders with the same
name...........................................................28
Without filling ...................................................89
Working with complete stations .....................266
Warning information in the Jobs dialog boxes271
Index
310

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Table of Contents

Model Management .............................................................................................. 1

enTis Symbol management .............................................................................32

Project Models ....................................................................................................53

Field grid / PR_creategrid / .................................................................................63

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Inserting a field grid......................................................................................65

Wire- and Tube- Connections ............................................................................66

Converting wire / tube ........................................................................................80

Temporary auxiliary reference ...........................................................................81

Freeze/Thaw / pr_layer /......................................................................................83

Open a Referenced Model

10 Primtech Fences / PR_Fence / ...........................................................................86

Editing functions for cast ducts...................................................................107

13 3D steel section library .....................................................................................113

Input specific to Rolling Sphere Method .....................................................167

Quantity parts list .......................................................................................233

31 Highlighting Objects .........................................................................................253

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41 Software License Agreement ...........................................................................293

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1.1.1 Tree and folder structure

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Normal stations folder

Research and Development folder

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The Archive folder is a separate database, independent of the Global DB.

1.1.2 List view

1.1.3 Information bar

1.1.4 Properties list

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1.1.6 Function and menu area

1.1.7 expand all in context-menu

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The files for a project are divided into

Structural models and

1.2.1 Structural models

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Parts list manager

1.2.2 Project models

Project symbols, Project assemblies and Project modules

1.2.3 Model hierarchies

Loose model hierarchy

Referenced model hierarchy

Loose model hierarchy

In the Model Management the complete structure of a station can be created in

Referenced model hierarchy

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Clipboard functional area

1.3.1 Copy, Paste copying a model

Start > Copy

Start > Paste

1.3.2 Cut, Paste moving a model