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<div>==Cutout Library Overview==<br />
To get you started quickly in customizing your enclosure design, Protocase Designer includes a built-in cutout library for common items that require precise measurements. You can also use the library to create, edit, delete, organize, and place single or groups of cutouts on your enclosure. All cutouts are in the PDC (Protocase Designer Cutout) format.<br><br><br />
Protocase also offers a separate, online cutout library, which provides cutouts in DXF (Drawing Interchange Format, or Drawing Exchange Format) and SLDPRT (SolidWorks Part File) formats. You can download any cutout for free, and contribute custom cutouts of your own. You can also update the local Designer library from the online one. For more information on using the online library or to search it, see '''[[http://www.protocase.com/design/cutout-library/ Protocase online Cutout Library]]'''.<br><br><br />
The rest of this page contains information on the Designer cutout library, including how to contribute a design (that you have added to your Designer library) to the online library.<br />
<br />
==Opening the Cutout Library==<br />
From the 3D View window, choose '''Cutout Library Manager''' > '''Open Cutout Manager''', or from the Face Editor, choose '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Cutout Library'''.<br><br><br />
[[File:Library_manager-3DView_NEW.png|600px]]<br><br><br />
The Cutout Library Manager lists the cutouts in two sections, '''main library''' and '''personal library'''. The cutouts you create (or modify) and save are automatically added to the personal library. This prevents the main library of stock cutouts from being changed, and also helps you find your own cutouts more easily. You can add, delete, or edit any item or category in the personal library, but not in the main library. <br><br><br />
The main library section lists items by category. Click any category to view its items; click any item to view it along with details such as its name, manufacturer, and part number.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Managing Cutout Library items==<br />
[[File:window-cutoutlibrary-db9a_NEW.png|600px]]<br><br><br />
When opening the Cutout Library from the 3D View, use the following buttons on the bottom:<br />
:*'''New Item''': Draw a new item or group existing items. See '''[[Cutout_Library#Creating_a_cutout_in_the_Library | Creating a cutout in the Library]]''' below for detailed instructions. <br />
:*'''New Category''': Create a new category for items in the '''personal library''' section. After clicking the button, enter the category Name. You can then move items (which also must be in the '''personal library''' section) into the new category by dragging them to the category name. All categories and items you add are also accessible from the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu in the Face Editor.<br />
:*'''Edit Item''': Edit any item in the '''personal library''' section. Click the item you want to edit, then click the '''Edit Item''' button, which opens the cutout in an editor similar to the Face Editor. <br />
:*'''Update with New File''': Replace the selected cutout (in the '''personal library''') with a new file. The file you select must be a previously exported item. <br />
:*'''Delete''': Click the '''personal library''' item you want to delete, then click the '''Delete''' button. <br />
:*'''Load Item from File''': Add a .DXF, .PDC, .PDA, or .PDP file to the '''personal library''' section.<br><br />
:*'''Export to File''': Export the item to a .PDC file. This lets you export an item you want to alter and reload. It is also useful when sharing an item in your library with other people or computers, since the exported file can be opened in a different Designer installation.<br />
:*'''Upload to Online Library''': Contribute a cutout in your personal library to the online library. Items uploaded to the online library will be downloaded and included in the your Designer library when you install a Designer update. See '''[[Cutout_Library#Contributing_a_cutout_design_to_the_online_library | Contributing a cutout design to the online library]]''' below for detailed instructions. <br><br />
When opening the Cutout Library from the Face Editor ('''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Cutout Library'''), you can also use:<br />
:*'''Place Item''': Place the item onto the current face. When you click this button the Face Editor opens, and the cursor changes to an image of the cutout footprint. Click in each location on the face where you wish to place the cutout; when done, press <Esc>.<br><br><br />
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==Creating a cutout in the Library==<br />
#:In the Library Manager window, click the '''New Item''' button. The New Library Item dialog opens. <br />
#:[[File:New_Library_item_NEW.png|300px]]<br />
#In '''Name''', enter a unique identifying name for the cutout.<br />
#If you want to change the default origin (shown as a red dot), in '''Origin Placement''' click the dot that you want to be the origin. (It will turn red.)<br />
#;'''Notes''' <br />
#*The origin is the origin of the canvas, not just of the cutout on it. <br />
#*Using the center as the origin makes it easiest to place objects; you will not need to use the grid because you can center objects on the origin. <br />
#Enter the '''Height''' and '''Width''' of the cutout canvas. This is the area shown in green, on which the cutout is drawn. '''Tip''': Make each cutout canvas as large as the item that goes into the cutout, not just the hole it goes into, so that you can add an '''[[Face_Editor#Using_the_Exclusion_drawing_mode | exclusion zone]]''' that fills the canvas around the cutout to prevent objects from being placed too closely. <br />
#Click '''OK'''.<br />
#Create the cutout in the editor that opens. When done, click '''Accept and Close'''. The cutout is added to the '''personal library''' section of the Cutout Library.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Saving a cutout to the Library from the Face Editor==<br />
When you create a cutout of your own on a face, you can save it to the Cutout Library. <br />
#After creating the cutout in the Face Editor, click the '''Edit''' button and select the cutout. <br />
#If the cutout consists of more than one object, click the '''Group''' button in the Properties panel. '''Note''' When grouped, the origin for the group is the origin of the first object created in the group.<br />
#Click the '''Add to Library''' button. The Edit Properties dialog opens.<br />
#;[[File:edit_properties_dialog_NEW.png|300px]]<br><br />
#Enter a new '''Name''' for the cutout. You can optionally add '''x and y offsets''', '''Width''', '''Height''', '''Manufacturer''', '''Part Number''', and '''Description'''. <br />
#Click '''OK.''' The cutout is added to the personal library section of the Cutout Library.<br><br />
'''See Also:'''<br />
*[[Cutout Library#Import DXF cutout files|Importing DXF cutout files]]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Changing the origin of an existing cutout==<br />
The best use of this procedure is after you group and/or merge items in the Face Editor and save them as a cutout, because Designer does not have control over where the origin ends up, and you might want to change the origin to make it more useful for placement.<br />
#From the 3D View window, choose '''Cutout Library Manager''' > '''Open Cutout Manager''', browse to find the item, and click to select it.<br />
#Click the '''Edit Item''' button. The cutout is displayed in the Cutout Editor, with the origin shown as a blue circle with two axis arrows. In this example, we will move the origin in the Large Rackmount Handle from the center to the lower left.<br />
#;[[File: change_origin_1.png|150px]]<br />
#Click the origin and ''hold down the mouse button'' while you drag the cutout (and canvas) so that the origin is in the desired location. If you need to place the origin at an exact position, use the coordinates in the lower left corner of the screen as your reference while you drag the cutout. (The cutout moves around the origin, so you might need to pan and/or zoom to keep the image squarely in view.)<br />
#;[[File: change_origin_2.png|100px]]<br />
#Click the ‘’’Accept and Close’’’ button.<br><br><br />
'''Note''' In the above example, the origin has been placed in the lower left corner of the canvas, not of the slot cutout itself. Be sure to account for this, if necessary, when placing it on a face. Here is another example of the difference:<br><br><br />
''Cutout moved so that origin is in center of canvas:''<br><br />
[[File: change_origin_3.png|200px]]<br><br />
''Cutout moved so that origin is in center of cutout:''<br><br />
[[File: change_origin_4.png|200px]]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Contributing a cutout design to the online library==<br />
Once you have added a cutout to your Designer library, you can contribute it to the online library as follows:<br />
#Open the Cutout Library. <br />
#From the '''personal library''' section, select the cutout you want to contribute. <br />
#Click the '''Upload to Online Library''' [[File:Upload_to_Online_Library_button.png]] button. The Review Upload dialog opens:<br />
#;[[File:Review_upload_dialog.png|500px]]<br />
#Enter the:<br />
#*'''Category''' (for example, PEMs, Connectors, Decorative, Fans, etc.) <br />
#*'''Sub Category''' (for example, Screws, Nuts, Standoffs, and Studs are all subcategories of PEMs)<br />
#*'''Link to Part on Manufacturer's Website'''<br />
#*If you ''also'' want to contribute a Solidworks file for the same item, click the '''Browse''' button and select the file to contribute. <br />
#Click the '''Submit''' button.<br><br><br />
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==Importing DXF files==<br />
Two-dimensional DXF files for cutouts, graphics, or groups of each can be imported into Protocase Designer directly into your design, or into your Cutout Library. <br />
<br />
To import a dxf it must be an ascii dxf, not a binary dxf. This is usually an option in the dxf export for most software. It has been tested with autodesk version R12 and R14.<br />
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Note that cutouts must be closed loops of continuous lines, and that splines are not supported. (The Protocase laser cuts only lines and circular arcs.) Since our implementation cannot cover every version of every software tool that makes DXF files, if you have trouble importing a DXF file, please send it to designer@protocase.com and state that you cannot import it into Protocase Designer, and if possible let us know what software package it was created in.<br><br><br />
<br />
'''How DXF Line Types are converted to Protocase Designer'''<br />
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Some DXF line types, upon import, are converted to Construct or Exclusion zones. <br />
{|<br />
|''DXF''||| ''Protocase Designer''<br />
|-<br />
| Continuous<br />
|| Construct<br />
|-<br />
| By Layer<br />
|| Construct<br />
|- <br />
| Center<br />
|| Exclusion<br />
|-<br />
| CenterX2<br />
|| Exclusion<br />
|-<br />
| Hidden<br />
|| Construct<br />
|-<br />
| Dotted<br />
|| Profile (a boundary that provides you with a point of reference, like a construct does)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
'''''To import a DXF file into a design'''''<br />
#If the DXF is that of a circuit board, first remove everything from the DXF file except the mounting holes and the board outline, and change the board outline to the Hidden or CenterX2 line type. (As noted above, in Designer the Hidden line type becomes a Construct, and the CENTERX2 line type becomes an Exclusion.) <br />
#Load the assembly and select the face you want to add the cutout to.<br />
#In the Face Editor, choose '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Place Object From File'''.<br />
#Browse to the DXF file, select it and click '''Open'''.<br />
#:If units of measure are not found in the file, you are prompted to select the unit ('''Inches''', '''MM''', or '''CM'''). <br />
#:The New Library Item dialog opens, with the '''Keep Default Origin''' radio button selected and the default origin displayed as a red dot in the graphic. <br />
#To accept the default, click '''OK.''' To change the default, select the '''Assign New Origin''' radio button, click the dot that you want to be the new origin, then click '''OK.'''<br />
#:The Face Editor opens with the cutout displayed at the cursor location. Move it to the desired location on the face, and click to place it on the face with its origin at that point. <br />
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<br />
'''''To import a DXF file into your Cutout Library'''''<br />
#If the DXF is that of a circuit board, first remove everything from the DXF file except the mounting holes and the board outline, and change the board outline to the Hidden or CenterX2 line type. (As noted above, in Designer the Hidden line type becomes a Construct, and the CenterX2 line type becomes an Exclusion.) <br />
#From the 3D View, choose '''Cutout Library Manager''' > '''Open Cutout Manager''', or, from the Face Editor, choose '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Cutout Library Manager'''.<br />
#Click '''Load Item from File'''.<br />
#Browse to the DXF file, select it and click '''Open'''.<br />
#:The New Library Item dialog opens, with the '''Keep Default Origin''' radio button selected and the default origin displayed as a red dot in the graphic. <br />
#To accept the default, click '''OK.''' To change the default, select the '''Assign New Origin''' radio button, click the dot that you want to be the new origin, then click '''OK.'''<br />
#:The cutout is added to your library and is displayed at the bottom of the cutout list.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3245Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-07-26T14:06:09Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is '''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jul26,17''', except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jul26,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jul26,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in July 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jul26,17 fixed the following:<br />
*import graphics template assumed silkscreening<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar07,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*linux install.sh file causes infinite loop when not run in terminal<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in February 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Feb21,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*a dxf import issue<br />
*dialog saying screw finish was bad<br />
*Mac OSX security upgraded to latest version<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3244Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-07-26T14:05:09Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jul26,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jul26,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jul26,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jul26,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in July 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jul26,17 fixed the following:<br />
*import graphics template assumed silkscreening<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar07,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*linux install.sh file causes infinite loop when not run in terminal<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in February 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Feb21,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*a dxf import issue<br />
*dialog saying screw finish was bad<br />
*Mac OSX security upgraded to latest version<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3243Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-03-07T20:03:19Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Mar07,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Mar07,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Mar07,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Mar07,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Mar07,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Mar07,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Mar07,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar07,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*linux install.sh file causes infinite loop when not run in terminal<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in February 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Feb21,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*a dxf import issue<br />
*dialog saying screw finish was bad<br />
*Mac OSX security upgraded to latest version<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Quick_Start&diff=3242Quick Start2017-02-23T18:26:36Z<p>Dronne: /* Installing Protocase Designer */</p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
This Quick Start guide walks you through the installation of Protocase Designer and its tools for creating, customizing, and quoting/ordering a design. Before beginning, you may want to review the [[Introduction|'''overview of Designer features''']] and the '''[[Glossary]]'''.<br><br><br />
<br />
=Installing Protocase Designer=<br />
The installation process is the same for both first-time installations and upgrades. <br />
#Before installing, ensure that your graphics card drivers are compatible with Opengl 1.2+ (such as ATI and NVIDIA) and that they are up to date. <br />
#Close all versions of Protocase Designer before installing a new one. (If you are using Windows, when you try to install Designer while another copy is running, an error occurs and the installer exits.) <br />
#On the [[http://protocasedesigner.com/download.php Download page]], click the button for the appropriate download format. The download will begin.<br />
#Open the Protocase Designer installer file in your Downloads folder. <br />
#If you have previously installed Designer as the Administrator (or if your anti-virus software requires that you confirm that the file is safe), right-click the installer file in Windows Explorer and choose '''Run as administrator.''' (You might have to first choose '''Show in folder''' in Google Chrome, or '''Open containing folder''' in Firefox.)<br />
#Follow the prompts to install. <br />
#For first-time installations, after launching Designer, you are prompted to register. Be sure to do so, so that you can receive estimates, place an order, and access the online Cutout Library.<br><br />
#If your company uses a network configured such that your computer accesses the Internet through a proxy server, configure Designer to use the proxy settings:<br />
##In Designer, choose '''Edit''' > '''Preferences'''. The Preferences dialog opens.<br />
##Under '''Proxy Settings''', select the '''Use Proxy for http''' checkbox, then enter the proxy '''address''' and '''port''' number (supplied by your network administrator).<br />
##;[[File:Proxy_Settings_fields_in_Preferences.png]]<br />
##Click '''OK''' to save the settings and close the Preferences dialog. <br><br><br />
:'''See Also: '''<br />
::*[[Uninstalling_Protocase_Designer | '''Uninstalling Protocase Designer''']]<br />
<br />
===Installation on Mac OSX ===<br />
The [[Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released|current beta]] now only requires you to have your security set to allow identified developers. '''This does not make your mac insecure as it still requires a properly signed application, signed with a key purchased from Apple''' (see https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT202491 ).<br />
<br />
To check your security, go to Apple menu > System Preferences… > Security & Privacy > General tab under the header "Allow applications downloaded from:"<br><br />
[[File:apple_security.png]]<br />
<br />
=Creating your enclosure=<br />
To begin designing your enclosure, select a template such as Consolet, Bracket, Panel, L shape, Rackmount, or U shape. You then customize various parameters including size, thickness, material, and color. A 3D model of your enclosure is then created, which you can customize further.<br />
#Launch Protocase Designer.<br />
#;[[File:Splash-screen-4.png|500px]]<br />
#In the '''Pick an Option to Start''' dialog box, click '''New File'''.<br />
#;[[File:dialogbox-pickoptionstart.png|400px]]<br />
# Select an enclosure category and then select an enclosure type.<br />
#;[[File:window-newassembly-noselection.png|500px]]<br />
# Modify the enclosure parameters including size, thickness, material, and color to meet your design requirements. (For details, see [[3D_View_Window#Changing_assembly_properties|'''Changing assembly properties''']].)<br />
#;[[File:window-newassembly-ushape.png|500px]]<br />
#Click '''OK''' to view the 3D model.<br />
#;[[File:window-main-ushape.png|500px]]<br />
<br />
=Customizing your enclosure=<br />
To customize the faces of your enclosure, you use the Face Editor, which provides many standard editing tools for creating cutouts, graphics, exclusion zones, and construction lines.<br><br />
'''Note''': If you like to use a different unit of measure or have other preferences when using Designer, you can set global options in the [[Preferences_dialog_box | '''Preferences''' dialog box]]. <br />
<br />
==Add basic cutouts==<br />
#In the 3D View, drag the model to rotate it until it shows the face you want to edit. <br />
#;[[File:window-main-ushape-rear.png|500px]]<br />
#Click the '''Edit Face''' button [[File:button-editface.png|25px|bottom]].<br />
#Click the face to edit. The Face Editor opens: <br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-rear.png|500px]]<br />
#Click a tool in the 2D Mode toolbar, and draw shapes on the face to create cutouts.<br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-rear-cutouts.png|500px]]<br />
#Click '''Accept and Close''' [[File:button-acceptclose.png|25px|bottom]] in the [[Face_Editor#2D_Standard_Toolbar | 2D Standard toolbar]]. You can then see these cutouts applied to your 3D model.<br />
#;[[File:window-main-ushape-rear-cutouts.png|500px]]<br />
<br />
==Add built-in cutouts==<br />
Protocase Designer offers a variety of built-in cutouts that you can add to your enclosure.<br />
#Click the '''Edit Face''' button [[File:button-editface.png|25px|bottom]] and then click a face to edit.<br />
#Click the '''Grid''' button [[File:button-togglegrid.png|25px|bottom]] to show and snap to the grid.<br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-cutout-grid.png|500px]]<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, point to a category and then click a cutout item.<br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-DB9menu.png|500px]]<br />
#Click on the face to place the built-in cutout.<br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-db9.png|500px]]<br />
<br />
==Add custom cutouts==<br />
You can create your own custom cutouts using the Path tool.<br />
#Click the '''Path''' button [[file:tool-path.png|25px|bottom]] in the 2D Mode toolbar.<br />
#Click the face to place points of the path. To finish and close the path, click the first point again. <br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-path.png|500px]]<br />
#Click '''Accept and Close''' [[File:button-acceptclose.png|25px|bottom]] to view your enclosure in the 3D View.<br />
#;[[File:window-main-ushape-cutout-path.png|500px]]<br><br />
'''Note:''' You can quickly create complex cutouts by merging and/or trimming objects. See [[Face Editor#Path_editing:_Using_the_Trim_and_Merge_tools_to_create_cutouts |'''Using the Trim and Merge tools to create cutouts''']] for details.<br />
<br />
==Add hardware==<br />
You can easily place hardware on your enclosure to accommodate various components, such as self-clinching fasteners (PEMs) to mount a PCB or handles. <br />
#Click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|25px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#Click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|25px|bottom]] to show and snap to the grid.<br />
#Choose '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Place Self Clinching Fasteners'''.<br />
#Choose the self-clinching fastener and its options. '''Note''': Parts displayed with a strikeout through the name are incompatible with the enclosure's current material type and/or thickness, and cannot be selected.<br />
#;[[File:dialogbox-pem.png|300px]]<br />
#Click '''Place PEM''' and click the face to add the fasteners.<br />
#Continue adding fasteners. Click <Escape> or the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|25px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-pem.png|500px]]<br><br />
#Click '''Accept and Close''' [[File:button-acceptclose.png|25px|bottom]].<br />
#Choose '''View''' > '''Show/Hide Parts'''.<br />
#;[[File:dialogbox-showparts.png|200px]]<br />
#Click the '''Cover''' check box to remove the cover from the display.<br />
#Rotate the model to view the fasteners.<br />
#;[[File:window-main-pem.png|500px]]<br />
'''Note:''' You can also create custom brackets and add them to your enclosure. See [[Face Editor#Creating_and_adding_brackets|'''Creating and adding brackets''']] for details.<br />
<br />
==Add text==<br />
You can add text for labeling items on your enclosure. <br />
#Click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|25px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#Click the '''Text''' tool [[File:tool-text.png|25px|bottom]]. <br />
#Click on the face and start typing to add text.<br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-text.png|500px]]<br />
#Click '''Accept and Close''' [[File:button-acceptclose.png|25px|bottom]].<br />
#;The text is shown in the 3D model.<br />
#;[[File:window-main-text.png|500px]]<br><br />
'''Note:''' You can specify the text to be produced with '''[[About_Graphics_(Silkscreening_and_Digital_Printing) | silkscreening or digital printing]]''', or you can add a note to ask Protocase to use '''[http://www.protocase.com/products/mcf_dotpeening.php dot peening]''', which is a permanent marking process that does not use ink.<br />
<br />
==Adding an image==<br />
You can add graphics such as logos to your enclosure, using silkscreen or digital printing. See [[Face Editor#Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing|Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing]] for details on which printing method to choose.<br />
#Click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|25px|bottom]] and click the face to edit.<br />
#Click the '''Bitmap''' tool [[File:tool-image.png|25px|bottom]] in the 2D Mode toolbar, then click on the face where you want to place the image. <br />
#In the Open dialog that is displayed, select an image file. You can enter an entire path, with or without the filename. <br />
#Press <Enter> or click the '''Open''' button. If you entered just the path ending with a folder, the window will list the folder files and subfolders. If you entered the path and filename, the file will open. <br />
#;[[File:window-faceeditor-logo.png|500px]]<br />
#Click '''Accept and Close''' [[File:button-acceptclose.png|25px|bottom]] to view the 3D image.<br />
#;[[File:window-main-logo.png|500px]]<br><br />
<br />
=Quoting and ordering your enclosure=<br />
Once your design is complete you can instantly receive a quote and order your enclosure online. <br />
#On the '''Instant Quotes and Purchasing''' menu, choose '''Instant Quote''', '''Purchase''', or '''Create Requisition For My Purchasing Department'''. <br />
#A web page page will open, guiding you through the steps.<br />
#;[[File:window-purchasing.png|500px]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Known_Issues&diff=3241Knowledgebase - Known Issues2017-02-23T18:22:47Z<p>Dronne: /* Installation on Mac OSX */</p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
The following issues might be encountered in the latest release. <br />
<br />
===Image Load Error for .JPG files===<br />
Some .JPG files do not import with the Java tools used for Protocase Designer. If you receive an error message ("Unable to load image...") when attempting to place a .JPG file on a face, we recommend that you convert the .JPG to a bitmap format, such as .PNG. If for any reason you cannot save the .JPG as a bitmap, one program that works very well for converting images is [http://www.imagemagick.org/script/binary-releases.php '''ImageMagick'''], which is free and runs with Unix, Mac OS X, iOS, and Windows.<br />
<br />
===Offset Grid===<br />
If you enter an '''Offset Width''' and/or '''Height''' to the '''Grid Size''' and then use '''Snap to Grid''', objects do not snap to the correct coordinates. <br />
<br />
===Warning for grained finishes===<br />
When part dimensions are too small for a grained finish, Designer issues a warning that you cannot use grained finish on galvanneal, even when the part is not galvanneal. Ignore the warning, but ensure the minimum dimension for a grained finish is 3” x 5”.<br />
<br />
===Computer enclosure templates===<br />
The computer enclosure templates allow you to specify dimensions that are below the minimum sizes required to accommodate the cutouts or PEM layouts.<br />
<br />
===Copying/pasting text boxes and grouped cutouts===<br />
Copying/pasting a text box does not retain the rotation of the box, and copying/pasting a group of cutouts mirrors the parts.<br />
<br />
===Computer enclosure welding===<br />
In the ATX and Mini-ITX templates, both the '''Has Seam Welds''' and '''Has Tack Welds''' options can be selected. If both are selected, Protocase will perform only the seam welds. <br />
<br />
===5-sided enclosure welding===<br />
Designs using the 5-sided enclosure template do not include plug welding in the quote.<br />
<br />
===Importing graphics templates===<br />
When using the '''Import graphics template''' command, Designer displays silkscreen-related prompts even when the face (or default) is set to Direct Digital printing. <br />
<br />
===Grid offsets===<br />
As of Version 4.5, the '''Offset Width''' and '''Offset Height''' fields in the Grid Size dialog have no effect. The grid origin will remain at 0,0. <br />
<br />
===Loading times===<br />
On standard machines, complex templates (such as a 3-Piece Rackmount, Recessed Consolet, or Tiered Consolet) could take a little extra time to load, as could complex PDAs when first loaded after installing a Designer upgrade. Each release includes incremental improvements to these loading times.<br />
<br />
===Trimming ellipses and circles===<br />
Ellipses and circles will not intersect in the Trim mode with elliptical arcs or other ellipses. For example, if you draw an ellipse and then place a different shape on top of it, such as a rectangle or circle, there is no problem. But if you add an elliptical arc or another ellipse across the existing one, the objects cannot be trimmed or merged. <br />
<br />
===5-sided enclosure with wall mounts===<br />
When you attempt to quote a 5-sided enclosure with wall mounts, Designer opens the Design Errors dialog which states that the wall mounts require a hole in hanging parts required to add the powdercoat, and if you click the "Fix error" button the Edit Assembly dialog opens (erroneously). The warning can safely be ignored, since the wall mounts are welded on so they are not hung separately from the chassis. The defective warning and response will be fixed in an upcoming release.<br />
<br />
===Mirror Y===<br />
When you click '''Mirror Y''' for an object (including text), the object does not stay in the exact same place, and you can get a Boundary Warning even if it is nowhere near a boundary. Until this is fixed, simply accept the placement, then move it back where you wanted. <br />
<br />
===Vector graphics===<br />
Designer does not support the ''display'' of vector files, but the production of enclosures with graphics at Protocase does require their ''use.'' For details, see [[Face_Editor#Adding_images|'''Adding Images''']].<br />
<br />
===L-shape and rackmount enclosures===<br />
L-shape and rackmount enclosure designs created before January 2013, when loaded into the current Designer version, might have offset cutouts. If you encounter this problem, please email the design file to designer@protocase.com stating the problem, and we will manually convert the file for you at no charge. <br />
<br />
===Loading personal cutouts===<br />
Cutout Library Manager > Create Sub Assembly: When loading an item you have created, it is not yet displayed in the 3D View.<br />
<br />
===Placing a PEM===<br />
When placing a PEM or screw, if you click any tool, the items are placed and shown in the 3D View exactly ''as if'' you had clicked the '''Accept & Close''' button, but those items are not accepted, quoted or saved. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''See Also:'''<br />
* [[Knowledgebase_-_Planned_Enhancements | Planned Enhancements]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released | Software Fixes Released]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3240Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-02-21T21:02:55Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Feb21,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Feb21,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Feb21,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Feb21,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Feb21,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Feb21,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Feb21,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in February 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Feb21,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*a dxf import issue<br />
*dialog saying screw finish was bad<br />
*Mac OSX security upgraded to latest version<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Known_Issues&diff=3239Knowledgebase - Known Issues2017-02-21T19:17:25Z<p>Dronne: /* Installation on Mac OSX */</p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
The following issues might be encountered in the latest release. <br />
<br />
===Image Load Error for .JPG files===<br />
Some .JPG files do not import with the Java tools used for Protocase Designer. If you receive an error message ("Unable to load image...") when attempting to place a .JPG file on a face, we recommend that you convert the .JPG to a bitmap format, such as .PNG. If for any reason you cannot save the .JPG as a bitmap, one program that works very well for converting images is [http://www.imagemagick.org/script/binary-releases.php '''ImageMagick'''], which is free and runs with Unix, Mac OS X, iOS, and Windows.<br />
<br />
===Offset Grid===<br />
If you enter an '''Offset Width''' and/or '''Height''' to the '''Grid Size''' and then use '''Snap to Grid''', objects do not snap to the correct coordinates. <br />
<br />
===Warning for grained finishes===<br />
When part dimensions are too small for a grained finish, Designer issues a warning that you cannot use grained finish on galvanneal, even when the part is not galvanneal. Ignore the warning, but ensure the minimum dimension for a grained finish is 3” x 5”.<br />
<br />
===Computer enclosure templates===<br />
The computer enclosure templates allow you to specify dimensions that are below the minimum sizes required to accommodate the cutouts or PEM layouts.<br />
<br />
===Copying/pasting text boxes and grouped cutouts===<br />
Copying/pasting a text box does not retain the rotation of the box, and copying/pasting a group of cutouts mirrors the parts.<br />
<br />
===Computer enclosure welding===<br />
In the ATX and Mini-ITX templates, both the '''Has Seam Welds''' and '''Has Tack Welds''' options can be selected. If both are selected, Protocase will perform only the seam welds. <br />
<br />
===5-sided enclosure welding===<br />
Designs using the 5-sided enclosure template do not include plug welding in the quote.<br />
<br />
===Importing graphics templates===<br />
When using the '''Import graphics template''' command, Designer displays silkscreen-related prompts even when the face (or default) is set to Direct Digital printing. <br />
<br />
===Grid offsets===<br />
As of Version 4.5, the '''Offset Width''' and '''Offset Height''' fields in the Grid Size dialog have no effect. The grid origin will remain at 0,0. <br />
<br />
===Loading times===<br />
On standard machines, complex templates (such as a 3-Piece Rackmount, Recessed Consolet, or Tiered Consolet) could take a little extra time to load, as could complex PDAs when first loaded after installing a Designer upgrade. Each release includes incremental improvements to these loading times.<br />
<br />
===Trimming ellipses and circles===<br />
Ellipses and circles will not intersect in the Trim mode with elliptical arcs or other ellipses. For example, if you draw an ellipse and then place a different shape on top of it, such as a rectangle or circle, there is no problem. But if you add an elliptical arc or another ellipse across the existing one, the objects cannot be trimmed or merged. <br />
<br />
===5-sided enclosure with wall mounts===<br />
When you attempt to quote a 5-sided enclosure with wall mounts, Designer opens the Design Errors dialog which states that the wall mounts require a hole in hanging parts required to add the powdercoat, and if you click the "Fix error" button the Edit Assembly dialog opens (erroneously). The warning can safely be ignored, since the wall mounts are welded on so they are not hung separately from the chassis. The defective warning and response will be fixed in an upcoming release.<br />
<br />
===Installation on Mac OSX ===<br />
The [[Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released|current beta]] now only requires you to have your security set to allow identified developers (those who have a valid apple certificate who have properly signed their app). To check your security, go to Apple menu > System Preferences… > Security & Privacy > General tab under the header "Allow applications downloaded from:"<br><br />
[[File:apple_security.png]]<br />
<br />
===Mirror Y===<br />
When you click '''Mirror Y''' for an object (including text), the object does not stay in the exact same place, and you can get a Boundary Warning even if it is nowhere near a boundary. Until this is fixed, simply accept the placement, then move it back where you wanted. <br />
<br />
===Vector graphics===<br />
Designer does not support the ''display'' of vector files, but the production of enclosures with graphics at Protocase does require their ''use.'' For details, see [[Face_Editor#Adding_images|'''Adding Images''']].<br />
<br />
===L-shape and rackmount enclosures===<br />
L-shape and rackmount enclosure designs created before January 2013, when loaded into the current Designer version, might have offset cutouts. If you encounter this problem, please email the design file to designer@protocase.com stating the problem, and we will manually convert the file for you at no charge. <br />
<br />
===Loading personal cutouts===<br />
Cutout Library Manager > Create Sub Assembly: When loading an item you have created, it is not yet displayed in the 3D View.<br />
<br />
===Placing a PEM===<br />
When placing a PEM or screw, if you click any tool, the items are placed and shown in the 3D View exactly ''as if'' you had clicked the '''Accept & Close''' button, but those items are not accepted, quoted or saved. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
'''See Also:'''<br />
* [[Knowledgebase_-_Planned_Enhancements | Planned Enhancements]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released | Software Fixes Released]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3238Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-02-21T19:14:50Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Feb17,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Feb21,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Feb17,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Feb17,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in February 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Feb17,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*a dxf import issue<br />
*dialog saying screw finish was bad<br />
*Mac OSX security upgraded to latest version<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=File:Apple_security.png&diff=3237File:Apple security.png2017-02-21T19:11:38Z<p>Dronne: security settings required to install protocase designer</p>
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<div>security settings required to install protocase designer</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3236Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-02-17T15:45:46Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Feb17,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Feb17,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Feb17,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Feb17,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in February 2017==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Feb17,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*a dxf import issue<br />
*dialog saying screw finish was bad<br />
*Mac OSX security upgraded to latest version<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=User:Dronne&diff=3235User:Dronne2017-02-13T21:07:56Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>==== 4.6 Release Notes (from 4.5.2) ====<br />
* Refreshed Look and Feel<br />
* 3D Measurement Tools<br />
* User Added Fonts<br />
* Automated Work Instructions<br />
** Behind the scenes, the Protocase Designer integration with Protocase's back office and shop floor has been further developed and streamlined. While users will not see these enhancements in Protocase Designer, the changes are fundamental to Protocase, Inc.'s continuous improvement in quality, turnaround, and price.<br />
* Wireframe View<br />
* JRE Update<br />
* Mac now has a dmg installer fully signed and included JRE<br />
* Improvements to Templates<br />
* Various Bug Fixes/ Speed Improvements</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=User:Dronne&diff=3234User:Dronne2017-02-13T21:06:11Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>==== 4.6 Release Notes (from 4.5.2) ====<br />
* Refreshed Look and Feel<br />
* 3D Measurement Tools<br />
* User Added Fonts<br />
* Automated Work Instructions<br />
** Behind the scenes, the Protocase Designer integration with Protocase's back office and shop floor has been further developed and streamlined. While users will not see these enhancements in Protocase Designer, the changes are fundamental to Protocase, Inc.'s continuous improvement in quality, turnaround, and price.<br />
* Wireframe View<br />
* JRE Update<br />
* Mac now has a dmg installer fully signed<br />
* Improvements to Templates<br />
* Various Bug Fixes/ Speed Improvements</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=User:Dronne&diff=3233User:Dronne2017-02-13T21:05:19Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>==== 4.6 Release Notes (from 4.5.2) ====<br />
* Refreshed Look and Feel<br />
* 3D Measurement Tools<br />
* User Added Fonts<br />
* Automated Work Instructions<br />
* Behind the scenes, the Protocase Designer integration with Protocase's back office and shop floor has been further developed and streamlined. While users will not see these enhancements in Protocase Designer, the changes are fundamental to Protocase, Inc.'s continuous improvement in quality, turnaround, and price.<br />
* Wireframe View<br />
* JRE Update<br />
* Mac now has a dmg installer fully signed<br />
* Improvements to Templates<br />
* Various Bug Fixes/ Speed Improvements</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=User:Dronne&diff=3232User:Dronne2017-02-13T21:04:54Z<p>Dronne: Created page with "==== 4.6 Release Notes (from 4.5.2) ==== * Refreshed Look and Feel * 3D Measurement Tools * User Added Fonts * Automated Work Instructions * Behind the scenes, the Protocase..."</p>
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<div>==== 4.6 Release Notes (from 4.5.2) ====<br />
* Refreshed Look and Feel<br />
* 3D Measurement Tools<br />
* User Added Fonts<br />
* Automated Work Instructions<br />
* Behind the scenes, the Protocase Designer integration with Protocase's back office and shop floor has been further developed and streamlined. While users will not see these enhancements in Protocase Designer\<br />
, the changes are fundamental to Protocase, Inc.'s continuous improvement in quality, turnaround, and price.<br />
* Wireframe View<br />
* JRE Update<br />
* Mac now has a dmg installer fully signed<br />
* Improvements to Templates<br />
* Various Bug Fixes/ Speed Improvements</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17&diff=3231Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30 172017-02-13T21:00:15Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>===New Features and Enhancements===<br />
====[[Face Editor]]====<br />
* User Added Fonts are now available - you can include any .ttf or .otf font file for your use that you have the rights to.<br />
* Template Improvements<br />
* Bug Fixes</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Feb13_17&diff=3230Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Feb13 172017-02-13T20:53:07Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>=== Changes since Last Beta ===<br />
* Refreshed look<br />
* Status Dialog on Loading Files<br />
* Template Improvements<br />
* Bug Fixes/ Speed Improvements</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Feb13_17&diff=3229Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Feb13 172017-02-13T19:49:38Z<p>Dronne: Created page with "===New Features and Enhancements=== * Refreshed look * ===Software Fixes=== : A list of defects fixed since Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 has been added to Knowledgebase_-_So..."</p>
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<div>===New Features and Enhancements===<br />
* Refreshed look<br />
* <br />
<br />
===Software Fixes===<br />
: A list of defects fixed since Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 has been added to [[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|'''Software Fixes Released''']] page.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3228Release Notes2017-02-13T19:27:28Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div><br />
'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! January 2017</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Feb13_17|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Feb13,17''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3227Release Notes2017-02-13T19:26:07Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div><br />
'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! January 2017</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Feb13,17''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3226Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-02-03T17:56:00Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in January 2016==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*Installing a second version falsely stated a previous version was installed with admin<br />
*Sub-Assemblies made in version 4.5.2 did not always load in properly<br />
*Some template fixes (better rounded corners, etc)<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3225Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-02-03T17:53:25Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in January 2016==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*Installing a second version falsely stated a previous version was installed with admin<br />
*Sub-Assemblies made in version 4.5.2 did not always load in properly<br />
*Some template fixes (better rounded corners, etc)<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3224Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-02-03T17:52:42Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.dmg '''Mac OSX 10.8 in DMG format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-JJan30,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in January 2016==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*Installing a second version falsely stated a previous version was installed with admin<br />
*Sub-Assemblies made in version 4.5.2 did not always load in properly<br />
*Some template fixes (better rounded corners, etc)<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17&diff=3223Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30 172017-01-30T16:57:53Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>===New Features and Enhancements===<br />
====[[Face Editor]]====<br />
* User Added Fonts are now available - you can include any .ttf or .otf font file for your use that you have the rights to.<br />
===Software Fixes===<br />
: A list of defects fixed since Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 has been added to [[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|'''Software Fixes Released''']] page.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17&diff=3222Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30 172017-01-30T16:57:01Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>===New Features and Enhancements===<br />
:[[Face Editor]]<br />
* User Added Fonts are now available - you can include any .ttf or .otf font file for your use that you have the rights to.<br />
===Software Fixes===<br />
: A list of defects fixed since Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 has been added to [[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|'''Software Fixes Released''']] page.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3221Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-01-30T16:54:30Z<p>Dronne: </p>
<hr />
<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.zip '''Mac OSX 10.8 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar '''Mac OSX 10.8 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-JJan30,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in January 2016==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*Installing a second version falsely stated a previous version was installed with admin<br />
*Sub-Assemblies made in version 4.5.2 did not always load in properly<br />
*Some template fixes (better rounded corners, etc)<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_17&diff=3220Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30 172017-01-30T16:53:40Z<p>Dronne: Created page with "===New Features and Enhancements=== ===Software Fixes=== : A list of defects fixed since Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 has been added to Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|''..."</p>
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<div>===New Features and Enhancements===<br />
<br />
===Software Fixes===<br />
: A list of defects fixed since Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 has been added to [[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|'''Software Fixes Released''']] page.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3219Release Notes2017-01-30T16:51:23Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! January 2017</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30_17|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3218Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-01-30T16:49:16Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Jan30_2017|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.zip '''Mac OSX 10.8 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar '''Mac OSX 10.8 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Jan30,17-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-JJan30,17-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Jan30,17.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in January 2016==<br />
Version 4.5.3-Jan30,17 fixed the following issues:<br />
*Installing a second version falsely stated a previous version was installed with admin<br />
*Sub-Assemblies made in version 4.5.2 did not always load in properly<br />
*Some template fixes (better rounded corners, etc)<br />
<br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3217Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2017-01-27T15:19:11Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Oct04|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Dec22,16''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
<br />
To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Dec22,16.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Dec22,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.8 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Dec22,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.8 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Dec22,16-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-JDec22,16-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Dec22,16.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Dec22,16.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
<br />
==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
<br />
==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
<br />
===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
<br />
==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3216Release Notes2017-01-19T00:17:41Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div><br />
'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! October 2016</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3215Release Notes2017-01-19T00:17:17Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div><br />
'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! October 2016</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.2 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3214Release Notes2017-01-19T00:16:47Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div><br />
'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! October 2016</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5.2 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3213Release Notes2017-01-19T00:16:23Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div><br />
'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! October 2016</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3212Release Notes2017-01-19T00:16:01Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! October 2016</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br><br><br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']]<br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Release_Notes&diff=3211Release Notes2017-01-19T00:15:44Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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'''<span style="color:#ff0000">New! October 2016</span>''' <br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5 Release Notes''' (February 2016)]]<br><br />
*[[Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09|'''Release Notes for BETA Version 4.5.3-Jun09,16''']]<br><br><br><br />
=====Archival Release Notes=====<br />
*[[Protocase Designer Version 4.3.3 Release Notes|Protocase Designer Release Notes for Versions 4.4.3 & 4.4.8]]<br />
*[[Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released|Fixes in Beta Versions Released After Version 4.4.8]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=3210Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2016-10-07T14:13:31Z<p>Dronne: /* Links to the latest release */</p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.5. Links to fixes in previous Beta releases are at the bottom of this page.<br><br><br />
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==Links to the latest release==<br />
The latest beta version released is [[Release_Notes_for_BETA_Version_4.5.3-Oct04|'''Protocase Designer Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16''']], except for Mac 10.6 (which still uses the Jun09 version) and Mac 10.7 (for which a link will be published soon).<br><br><br />
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To begin the download, click the appropriate link below. For installation instructions, please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.5.3-Oct04,16.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.6 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Jun09,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.6 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Oct04,16.zip '''Mac OSX 10.8 in ZIP format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.5.3-Oct04,16.tar '''Mac OSX 10.8 in TAR format''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-Oct04,16-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.5.3-JOct04,16-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
:[[http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.5.3-Oct04,16.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
:[[http://http://protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.5.3-Oct04,16.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
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==Fixes released in October 2016==<br />
===Masking===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Oct04,16 fixed the following issues with masking:<br />
*Masking on cold rolled steel automatically removed the masking instead of just displaying a warning.<br />
*Masked objects could not be edited in the Properties panel.<br />
*Masking placed on top of silkscreened graphics covered the graphics instead of the other way around.<br><br><br />
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==Fixes released in May 2016==<br />
===Corners with 0.0" radii===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06 fixes an issue in which a bracket with a 0.0" corner radius caused Designer to crash. With this release, 0.0" radii are supported. <br />
===Tapped holes for connectors===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-May06,16, the USB 3.0 A-A panel connector and USB A-A coupler use tapped holes. <br />
===Cutout Library listing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-May06,16 fixes an issue in which the Cutout Library displayed items that were not useful for customers. (Known Issue: Admin Hardware is still displayed.)<br />
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==Fixes released in April 2016==<br />
===5 Sided Enclosures and Consolets===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 fixed an issue in which cutouts in older 5-sided enclosures and consolets changed position when loaded. <br />
===Text Kerning===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr27,16 implemented text ''kerning,'' in which spacing is adjusted typographically between characters in proportional fonts. Text in previous designs will be retained without kerning, so that the text layout is not changed without the user being aware of it. <br />
===Documentation===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16, the Help menus for the Face Editor and Cutout Editor contain links to the documentation. <br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which the L Shape enclosure template did not allow room for the seam welds when '''Has Seam Welds''' was selected.<br />
===Loading older files with PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Apr11,16 fixed an issue in which opening certain older enclosure designs with PEMs did not load the PEMs. <br />
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==Fixes released in March 2016==<br />
===Digital printing===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which digital printing could be incorrectly applied to a face that had no text or graphics (and included in the quote).<br />
===Text size in older files===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which, when older (4.2.x) files with text were loaded, the text size was incorrect when first loaded. <br />
===PEM nuts for thin enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, a different PEM nut is given to any enclosure (including the U Shape) with thin metal. <br />
===Wall mounts in 5-sided enclosures===<br />
As of Version 4.5.3-Mar03, the 5-Sided enclosure template defaults to being without wall mounts, and the '''Has Wall Mounts''' check box is cleared. <br />
===Cutout Editor===<br />
Version 4.5.3-Mar03 fixes an issue in which selecting an object in the Cutout Editor selected everything rather than just that object.<br />
==Fixes released in February 2016==<br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.5.3 fixes an issue that prevented PEMs from being displayed on some older enclosure files, and an automated test was added to prevent it from recurring. <br />
===U Shape enclosures===<br />
With Version 4.5.3, U Shape enclosures are given thinner nuts when the metal demands them. <br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
*Version 4.5.3 fixes the issue introduced in Version 4.5 in which, after creating a cutout in the Cutout Library, when you clicked '''Accept and Close''', the cutout appeared to have been deleted.<br />
*Version 4.5.2 fixes the issue in which hiding non-stock PEMs in the Cutout Library caused several problems (including previews not displaying, cutouts not storing correctly, and PEM dialog problems). These issues were fixed by returning the visibility of the non-stock items. The items will be hidden again in a future release.<br />
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===Installing on a Mac OSX===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes an issue in which installation on a Mac OSX produced an error message that the download was broken. <br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16 fixes the issue in which galvaneal rackmounts with mounting brackets took many minutes to load.<br />
===Displaying cutout outlines===<br />
In Version 4.5.1-Feb16,16, the option to have the 3D View show or hide outlines for cutouts was added to Preferences. <br />
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==Archival Beta Release Notes==<br />
[[Fixes released in Version 4.4.9|Fixes released for Version 4.4.9]]</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=FAQ&diff=3209FAQ2016-10-07T12:53:30Z<p>Dronne: /* Display questions */</p>
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<div>==The basics==<br />
===How do I get started with Protocase Designer?===<br />
For a description of Protocase Designer, who uses it, how it works, and how you can get started, see [http://protocasedesigner.com/learnmore.php Learn More]<br><br />
For a guide to installing Designer and a walk-through of its main features, see [[Quick_Start| '''Quick Start''']].<br><br />
===My company computer accesses the Internet through a proxy server. Can I configure Designer to use the proxy settings?===<br />
Yes! See [[Quick_Start#Installing_Protocase_Designer|'''installing Designer''']] for details.<br />
===How do I save a Designer file as a PDF or DXF?===<br />
Currently, the only conversion that can be done is manually, by our Engineering & Design Services team. If you order from us, we can provide you with any format you wish, or if you want it converted, we can do so for a small fee. <br />
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==Display questions==<br />
===How do I zoom in the 3D View?===<br />
If your pointing device has a wheel, rotate it to zoom. If your pointing device does not have a wheel, open the Face Editor and use the Zoom In and Zoom Out buttons on the toolbar or the Zoom commands in the View menu. See [[3D_View_Window#Zooming| '''Zooming''']].<br />
===The Software Hangs on the Splash Screen (Nothing displays in designer)===<br />
Upon launching Designer, if the splash screen appears and nothing is displayed in the window, your graphics cards don't support the OpenGL we use (version 2). Upgrade your graphics card drivers (from the vendor's website - amd, nvidia, or intel generally).<br />
===Why are objects disappearing after I merge them?===<br />
If objects being trimmed and/or merged are very close to matching in size but are not perfectly matching, Designer can encounter redrawing issues that result in the cutouts disappearing and reappearing in the display. To avoid this problem, use the grid or specify object positions in the Properties panel to ensure perfect matches, as described in the topic on '''[[Creating_custom_vents | Creating custom vents]]'''. Or, to fix such problems while retaining inexact matches, trim all the segments that are causing the problems as described in '''[[Face_Editor#Solving_problems_with_merging_objects | Solving problems with merging objects]]'''. (Although the instructions in both topics use vent slots as an example, the same general methods apply to any merged cutout.) <br />
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==Origin, measurement, and placement questions==<br />
===Does the origin of an enclosure refer to its outside, inside, or somewhere in between?===<br />
For all our current enclosure designs, the origin is on the bottom front left outside corner of the enclosure base. <br />
===How do I change the origin of a cutout?===<br />
When you create a cutout, by default its origin is the lower left corner of the object (or, if the cutout is a group, the lower left corner of the first object added to the group), and this cannot be changed if you created the cutout directly in the Face Editor. However, if you create the cutut in the Cutout Library, you can specify the origin when you create it, or '''[[Cutout_Library#Changing_the_origin_of_an_existing_cutout|change that origin later]]'''. '''Note:''' Specifying the center as the origin makes it easier to place; you will not need a grid because you can center objects on the origin.<br />
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===How do I reference the inner wall of a face?===<br />
Measure from the origin the amount you wish, plus the thickness of the face material. For example, to have a component stick 1" up on the inside of an enclosure, you would place it 1", plus the thickness of the material, from the origin. When you click on a face of any of our current enclosure designs, it shows you the outside of the enclosure. <br />
===On what side do I place self-clinching fasteners (PEMs)?===<br />
Place them on the side of the panel or enclosure that you want them to stick up out of. For example, when placing PEMs that are to be on the inside of an enclosure, first select the '''Inside''' button in the Face Editor toolbar, then place the PEM. If you accidentally place it on the outside, you can edit the face, select the PEM, then clear the '''On This Side''' checkbox in the Extended Properties panel.<br><br />
'''Notes''':<br><br />
*The Face Editor toolbar is context-sensitive. If you are placing items on a panel, the buttons are labeled '''Front''' and '''Back'''. The buttons are labeled '''Inside''' and '''Outside''' for all enclosures except for the front panel of a rackmount enclosure. <br />
*If the PEM is a nut, usually nuts stick out a bit from the back of where you want to screw them in, so if you are screwing them in from the outside or front of the enclosure, you would place them on the inside or back, respectively. This is not required, but allows a flush connection. For details, see '''[[Selecting height of self-clinching fasteners based on material thickness]]''' in our [[Tutorials]].<br />
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===If a PEM is specified as 0.5” long, is this referenced to the outside or inside of the enclosure in which the PEM is placed?===<br />
All PEMs except concealed head fasteners and nuts are fully inserted into the hole, so if it is placed on the inside or back of the case, its size is referenced to the outside or front of the case. For example, if a PEM is 0.5" long, it will stick out 0.5" minus the thickness of the material.<br />
===If the position of standoff holes (cutouts) must be exactly at the level of the Y axis, do I need to factor the enclosure thickness into the Y axis of the cutouts?===<br />
Yes. If you are using a standard connector, use the cutout dimensions given in the original drawing or product specifications you are referencing, but also take the thickness of the metal into account when considering the standoff distance between board and enclosure. For example, a 0.375" standoff mounted in a 14-gauge (0.075") enclosure wall will provide only 0.300" clearance to the surface of the board, and less if the metal is thicker.<br><br />
'''Note:''' If it is a unique cutout and the enclosure will have powder coating, we also recommend adding 0.010" on every side to accommodate the powder coat. For example, a 1"x2" connector should have cutout dimensions of 1.020"x2.020".<br><br />
'''See Also:''' [http://www.protocase.com/pdf/How_to_design_enclosures_for_motherboard_based_systems_092010.pdf '''Designing Enclosures for Motherboard-Based Systems'''].<br />
===When placing rectangles, are the corners a sharp 90 degrees? This will help me understand how connectors will fit into the rectangular cutouts.===<br />
The inner radius is determined by the radius of the laser beam of the cutter. The diameter is set to 0.008"-0.009" depending on the material, so the inner radius would be 0.004"-0.0045".<br />
===Can I increase the amount of room available on a rackmount chassis?===<br />
In rackmount enclosures, the chassis is not the same height as the front panel; there is a 1/8" (0.125") gap on the top and bottom in order to make room for protruding screw heads. If you need more room to fit a component into the case, choose '''Full Height Chassis''' in the template dialog. This causes the screws to be countersunk and the chassis to be the full height of the front panel. If you already have loaded the rackmount and need to change it to full height, select '''Edit > Edit Enclosure Properties'''. <br />
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==Design questions==<br />
===I need to have bare metal-to-metal contact along the mating seams where two U-sections bolt together. How can I specify that the mating area (which is not visible when the two halves are bolted together) is to be paint-free?===<br />
If you want a bare metal-to-metal contact, first [[Face Editor#Using the Masking drawing mode|create a '''Masking''' rectangle]] on the area where you want the bare metal. Then with the rectangle highlighted, [[Face Editor#Adding notes to objects|add a '''Note''']] that you also want bare metal on the adjoining flange.<br />
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===If I make a custom cutout in the Face Editor, can I save it?===<br />
Yes. See '''[[Cutout_Library#Saving_a_cutout_to_the_Library_from_the_Face_Editor|Saving a cutout from the Face Editor]]'''.<br />
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===Is there an easy way to switch the faces for cutouts? I want to move the cutouts from the front to the back face and vice versa.===<br />
#On the first face, [[Face_Editor#Group_and_ungroup_objects|group]] the objects. <br />
#Record the location of the group:<br />
##Click the '''Measure''' tool.<br />
##Click the lower left corner of the face, then click the middle of the nearest cutout. (Measuring from the lower left corner to any point on any object in the group will work, but this is the easiest.) <br />
##Record the values displayed in '''x difference''' and '''y difference'''. <br />
#[[Cutout_Library#Saving_a_custom_cutout_to_the_Library_from_the_Face_Editor|Add the grouped cutout to the Cutout Library]]. <br />
#Delete the items. <br />
#Repeat the above steps for the other face. <br />
#[[Face_Editor#Adding_cutouts|Add each grouped cutout from the Cutout Library]] to the desired face. Just place it roughly; it does not have to be exact. <br />
#Use the '''Measure''' tool to adjust the placement: Click the lower left corner of the face, then click the middle of the nearest cutout.<br />
#Now edit the values in '''x difference''' and '''y difference''' (shown in the Properties panel) to match those you recorded, except make the positive values negative, and the negative values positive, because switching the faces reverses the orientation. <br />
#The group should now be in the exact same location as it was on the other face. You can now ungroup the items to make them easier to work with.<br><br />
'''See also:'''<br><br />
:*[[#Adding_cutouts|Adding cutouts]]<br />
:*[[#Measuring_distances|Measuring distances]]<br />
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===I'm now using digital printing instead of silkscreening. How do I make digital my default method?===<br />
In Version Oct22,15 digital print is the default printing method and a valid option for all graphics unless it is larger than 46"x46" or is on a bare or grained finish. To check and set your own default printing method:<br />
#In the 3D View or Face Editor, choose '''Edit''' > '''Preferences'''. <br />
#In '''Graphics Type''', click the down-arrow and select '''DIRECT_PRINTING''', '''SILKSCREENING''', or '''ASK''' from the list. (If you choose ASK, Designer will prompt you to choose the method each time you add graphics to a face.) <br />
#Click '''OK''' to save your changes.<br />
Note that you cannot apply both silkscreening and digital printing to the same face. To change silkscreening to digital printing for a face, click the Edit tool, select any silkscreened item on that face, then choose '''Convert to Direct Digital Printing''' from the '''Graphics''' menu. For details, please see [[Face_Editor#Adding_graphics_.28silkscreening_or_digital_printing.29|Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing]]<br><br><br />
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==Hardware questions==<br />
===Can I add or replace a screw manually?===<br />
Screws are included in each template (along with its hole cutout), and do not have to be added manually. If you do place a screw manually, the hole is also placed automatically, but the 3D image does not show the kind of thread or screw (e.g., Phillips or Flathead). You cannot replace a screw with another screw; you can only replace it with a PEM. Note that a Flathead screw will be countersunk by default. Even if you choose an enclosure with a different default screw and change it to Flathead, it will use a countersunk screw.<br><br><br />
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==Printing questions==<br />
===Can I apply graphics to any face?===<br />
Graphics cannot be applied to a face that has any part sticking up from its (exterior) plane, because it would interfere with the printing or silkscreening process. Sometimes faces are joined, such as these four faces of the cover of the Tiered Consolet. You cannot apply graphics on the faces indicated by yellow arrows, because each has an attached face that angles up from its (exterior) plane. The faces at each end of this cover can have graphics, because each attached face angles down, not up, from the face plane.<br><br />
[[File:tiered_consolet_faces_noprint.png|200px]]<br><br />
If you attempt to place graphics on such a face, you will receive a warning with the option to accept or reject the graphic. If you click '''Accept''', you are asked to contact our technicians, who will assess the face to see if they can cut it in two, print it as desired, then rejoin the pieces. You will be notified if it can be done and, if so, at what additional cost.<br><br><br />
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==Help questions==<br />
===How do I view and edit this wiki?===<br />
For help in viewing and editing the Protocase Designer Documentation wiki, see [[Help:Contents| '''Wiki Editing Help''']].<br />
===Where else do I look for the answer to my question?===<br />
For questions about Designer, be sure to use the '''Search''' button and text field at the upper right of the wiki screen. If you cannot find the answer, please email [[mailto:designer@protocase.com Technical Support]].<br><br />
For questions about ordering or about a specific order that you have already placed, please email [[mailto:sales@protocase.com Sales]].<br><br />
For all other questions, please email [[mailto:info@protocase.com Engineering & Design Services]].</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Knowledgebase_-_Software_Fixes_Released&diff=2386Knowledgebase - Software Fixes Released2016-02-01T15:49:07Z<p>Dronne: /* Links to the latest Beta release */</p>
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<div>__NOTOC__<br />
Fixes are documented on this page as they are released in Beta versions after the current General Release, which is Version 4.4.8.<br><br><br />
==Links to the latest Beta release==<br />
The latest Beta version released is '''Version 4.4.9-Jan29,16'''. (The "16" denotes the year.) Click the appropriate link to begin the download. For installation instructions please see [[Quick Start#Installing Designer|Installing Designer]].<br><br />
[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-4.4.9-Jan29,16.exe '''Windows''']]<br><br />
[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-OSX-4.4.9-Jan29,16.zip '''Mac OSX''']]<br><br />
[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.4.9-Jan29,16-x64.deb '''Linux Debian amd64''']]<br><br />
[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/jdesigner-4.4.9-Jan29,16-i586.deb '''Linux Debian i586''']]<br><br />
[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-amd64-4.4.9-Jan29,16.tar.gz '''Linux amd64''']]<br><br />
[[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/RELEASE/protocaseDesigner-linux-i586-4.4.9-Jan29,16.tar.gz '''Linux i586''']]<br><br><br />
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==Fixes released in January 2016==<br />
===Tiered consolets===<br />
*Version 4.4.9-Jan29,16 fixes an issue that prevented changing the metal type for a Tiered Consolet. <br />
*As of this same version, screws for the bottoms of consolets are now always flatheads.<br />
===Masking and digital printing===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16 fixes the issue in which the design check did not prevent masking from being on the same face as digital printing (or vice versa).<br />
===Overlapping cutouts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16 fixes an issue in which, if you drew cutouts that overlapped, the 3D View or exported DXF displayed strips of metal remaining where they overlapped. <br />
===DXF files===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16 fixes an issue that arose in a recent Beta release that caused errors with DXF files of individual cutouts.<br />
===Brackets===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16 fixes a defect in which brackets created in Version 4.4.8 would not load.<br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16 fixes a defect in rackmount height limitations, which can now be up to and including 10U.<br />
===Enclosure metal type constraints===<br />
As of Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16, you cannot create an enclosure with countersinks or PEMs too big for the metal type.<br />
===L Shape enclosures===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16 fixes the depth of the L Shape enclosure. It is now measured from the outside of the front face to the outside of the rear face. If you load an L Shape enclosure that was saved earlier at 5" deep, it will be displayed as more than 5" deep, because it will include the parts gap and thickness of the rear face (panel). This prevents changes to the size of the enclosure.<br />
===Preferences dialog===<br />
In Version 4.4.9-Jan25,16, the Preferences dialog was reorganized and some obsolete options were removed. The Display Preferences are now grouped at the top, followed by the User Preferences below. In the User Preferences, most of the error response options were grouped into one option that lets you tell Designer to automatically accept or reject the error, or to prompt you to choose what to do. (No new options were added.)<br />
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===Extruded Aluminum enclosures===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan11,16 fixes an issue introduced in a recent Beta in which an exception occurred when older extruded aluminum enclosures with the "natural" screw finish were imported into Designer. Note that Protocase does not stock zinc-coated screws for extruded enclosures.<br />
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===Fasteners===<br />
As of Version 4.4.9-Jan11,16, the Cutout Library no longer includes fasteners (nuts, studs, standoffs); they can now be placed only using the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' > '''Place Self-Clinching Fasteners''' command in the Face Editor. <br />
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=== Unit Height for Rackmounts ===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan05,16 fixes an error introduced in an earlier Beta release, in which the Unit Height was displayed in inches even though the input was in "U" units. Note: "U" is a rack unit of measure that describes the height of electronic equipment designed to mount in a 19-inch rack or a 23-inch rack. The 19 inches (482.60 mm) or 23 inches (584.20 mm) dimension reflects the width of the equipment mounting-frame in the rack including the frame; the width of the equipment that can be mounted inside the rack is less. One rack unit is 1.75 inches (44.45 mm) high.<br><br><br />
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==Fixes released in December 2015==<br />
===Grouped cutouts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec21,15 fixed a problem introduced in a recent beta, in which grouping cutouts in the Face Editor and then pressing the '''Edit''' tool could cause cutouts to be flipped on the x or y axis. <br />
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===Editing Enclosure Properties===<br />
In Version 4.4.9-Dec14,15, pressing '''Cancel''' in the Edit Enclosure Properties dialog takes much less time to close the dialog. <br />
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===Installing Designer on a Mac OSX Mountain Lion===<br />
With Version 4.4.9-Dec09,15, the registration issue was resolved. You no longer receive the erroneous warning that the file is damaged and that you should remove it; instead, you are simply informed that the file was downloaded from the Internet.<br />
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===Pasting multiple cutouts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec07,15 fixes an issue in which selecting and pasting several cutouts at once could cause them to stack on top of each other. <br />
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===Overlapping cutouts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec07,15 fixes the issue in which, when the only cutouts in a part were overlapping, an irrelevant warning was displayed. <br />
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===Concentric graphics and cutouts===<br />
In Version 4.4.9-Dec03, if you place a circular graphic around a circular cutout that is fairly close in size and using the same centerpoint, Designer displays a warning:<br><br />
[[File:concentric_graphic_warning.png|500px]]<br />
===Cutout Library===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec03 fixes the problem in which parsers were displayed in the Cutout Library.<br />
===Bracket templates===<br />
With Version 4.4.9-Dec03, images are displayed for the Angled Bracket, Angled Offset Bracket, Angled U Bracket, and Triangular Bracket. <br />
===3D View===<br />
Version 4.4.9 fixes the problem in which PEMs were not displayed in the 3D View. <br />
===Zoom and Reset View===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec03 fixes issues in which the '''Zoom''' and '''Reset View''' tools were not working properly.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in October 2015==<br />
===Countersinks===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Nov23,15 fixes an issue in which a file with countersinks, when loaded into an upgraded version of Designer, caused an irrelevant error message saying that the template would not update. <br />
===Design check warning===<br />
Version Oct27,15 fixes a problem in which the Design Check warning was displayed, but no errors were listed. <br />
===Irrelevant boundary warning===<br />
Version Oct 27,15 fixes the issue in which an irrelevant Boundary Warning message was displayed when you started to replace a PEM but then clicked Cancel in the Self Clinching Fastener Selection window. <br />
===Adding notes to edited cutouts===<br />
Version Oct22,15 fixes the issue with the Cutout Manager in which notes added to edited cutouts were not saved. <br />
===Exporting bitmaps===<br />
In Version Oct22,15 you can '''[[Face_Editor#Exporting_images | export an image]]''' that has been imported to a face.<br />
<br />
===Digital Printing recommendations, errors, and warnings===<br />
*In Version Oct22,15 digital print is now the default printing method and a valid option for all graphics unless the image is over 46"x46" or is on a bare or grained finish. If you choose silkscreening when digital print is a valid option, Designer will recommend using digital print instead. (If you ignore the recommendation, Designer will not recommend it again for that design file.)<br />
*In Version Oct 27,15, Designer prevents you from applying digital print to bare metal or a grained finish, and warns you when you apply silkscreening to bare metal.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in September 2015==<br />
===Add/Remove Programs===<br />
With Version 4.4.9-Sep24,15, Designer is no longer listed in the Windows Add/Remove Programs list as "Protaces."<br />
===Files created in Version 3.0===<br />
Some files designed in Protocase Designer Version 3.0, when imported into the current version, flipped some cutouts horizontally on some faces. As of Version 4.4.9-Sep10,15, these files are imported properly.<br><br><br />
<br />
==Fixes released in August 2015==<br />
===User-placed handles===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug27,15 fixes problems in which user-placed handles did not load properly, and enclosure designs with such handles could not be <br />
updated.<br />
===Ordering===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes an issue in which enclosures could not be ordered correctly. <br />
===Loading files===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes an issue in which a file could not be loaded. <br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes several issues with PEMs:<br />
*When you added a PEM, only the hole was displayed, instead of the PEM itself, and if you moved a PEM, it disappeared entirely. When you saved and reloaded the file, PEMs were displayed properly.<br />
*PEMs were displayed as "assembly: pem" rather than "PEM: partnumber" and were displayed under the Part rather than the Face.<br />
===Trim mode===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug21,15 fixes an issue in which trimming an object and then clicking '''Accept and Close''' could cause the trimmed object to disappear. With this release, if you leave a valid outline for the trim, no issues occur. Known limitation: If you leave an invalid outline (in which at least one line segment is not attached at both ends), then after you click '''Accept and Close''' you receive a warning that Non-closed cutouts exist, and you are given three options: '''Continue trimming''', '''Undo''', and '''Accept as is'''. Currently, these options do not operate correctly. ('''Continue trimming''' and '''Accept as is''' cause the object to disappear; '''Undo''' causes all interior lines in the two objects to appear trimmed in the 3D View, but are still two separate overlaid objects in the Face Editor.)<br />
===Part Tree Viewer===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug17,15 fixes an issue in which, on some computers, the Part Tree did not display in the topmost window, and was obscured by other open windows on the screen. <br />
===PEMs===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug17,15 fixes an issue in which PEMs in rotated groups could have an incorrect rotation, causing the PEM to be drawn in the wrong location in the 3D view.<br />
===Enclosure templates===<br />
In previous releases, the '''OK''' button at the bottom of the template dialog was not visible on laptop and other small monitors. With Version 4.4.9 -Aug17,15, the button is now visible on any monitor. <br />
===Quoting and opening files===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Aug17,15 fixes problems in recent beta versions in which some files would not quote and others would not open.<br><br><br />
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==Fixes released in July 2015==<br />
===Rackmount faceplates===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul30,15 fixes an issue in which rackmount faceplates could not be used to make a subassembly. <br />
===Quotes===<br />
In previous releases, Designer did not produce a quote for a design with 300 cutouts on a face. This was fixed in Version 4.4.9-Jul30,15.<br />
===Accept and Close command===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul28,15 fixes an issue in which, when Designer was run on some versions of Windows, the '''Accept and Close''' command did not close the editor window. <br />
===Brackets===<br />
In a previous beta release, if you placed a bracket, then saved and reloaded the file, the footprint of the bracket was not displayed in the Face Editor. This has been fixed as of Version 4.4.9-Jul23,15.<br />
===Text objects===<br />
Prior to version 4.4.9-Jul23,15 the bounding box on text was slightly off. It is now exact, so you can use the Measure tool to align the center of the text box with another object, and you can use the Alignment tools to align the text with other objects. <br />
===Replacing screws and PEMs===<br />
As of Version 4.4.9-Jul21,15, you can see information on screws, and optionally replace a screw with a PEM (or replace a PEM with another PEM), as follows. (Note that you cannot replace a screw with another screw.)<br />
#In the Face Editor, click '''Edit''', then select the screw. <br />
#:'''Note''': If the screw is grouped, you must first ungroup it. <br />
#In the Properties panel, notice the new '''Replace...''' button, which includes the part name of the screw. (Only part of the part name is visible on the button; to read the entire name, hover over the button.)<br />
#:[[file:SCREW_INFO.jpg]]<br />
#To replace the screw with a PEM (or a PEM with another PEM), click the button.<br><br />
''Alternate method'': Right-click a screw and choose '''Properties''' to review and/or replace the screw with a PEM. The Properties window also lets you edit the '''Origin(X)''', '''Origin(Y)''', '''Rotation''', and the side of the face that the screw sticks up out of.<br />
<br />
===Origin in templates===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul23,15 fixes an issue in which the origin was incorrect in the side panel of the U-Shape enclosure with Cover Mounts template. <br />
===Brackets===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul21,15 fixes an issue in which brackets placed into a different design did not have any thickness until you saved and reloaded the file.<br />
===Measurements not displayed===<br />
In a previous Beta release, the Measure tool did not display the measurements, and sometimes did not move an object that it was snapped to. These are fixed in Version 4.4.9-Jul16. In addition, the Measure tool's snap points now include the center and tangent points of arcs. <br />
===Grouping objects===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul16 fixes an issue in which objects inside of an enclosure flipped 180 degrees horizontally when grouped. <br />
===Linux .DEB Packages===<br />
As of the Version 4.4.9-Jul16 release, the .DEB packages no longer require a permissions change for proper installation.<br />
===Origin in brackets===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul13 fixes an issue in which the origin of a bracket (displayed as red arrows in the 3D View) did not line up properly with the bracket corner if the bracket height was less than 1.5".<br />
===Masking===<br />
In Version 4.4.9-Jul07, masking is properly quoted, and also fixes the issue that arose in an earlier version in which the following warning was not displayed when masking was applied to cold rolled steel.<br><br />
[[file:masking_warning.png]]<br />
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===Notes===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which the Notes Viewer let you edit the Name, Part Number, Manufacturer, and Description fields. These fields, which are for internal use only, are automatically populated with the object specifications. With this release, they can no longer be edited. <br />
===Selecting objects===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which, if you selected one object, additional objects appeared to be included in the selection. <br />
===L-shaped cover mounts=== <br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which if you tried to add graphics to the cover mount, Designer would say it protruded. <br />
===Face Editor display===<br />
With Version Version 4.4.9-Jul07, after you select a face to edit, the Face Editor displays it in the center of the screen. <br />
===Language settings===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jul07 fixes an issue in which users with language settings that use a comma instead of a decimal (Romania, Spain, Germany, etc.) had difficulties entering data in some of the fields in the Properties panel. <br />
===Folders referenced when using Save As command===<br />
When you load a file, Designer remembers the folder that you load it from and uses it as the default folder when you use the Save command. As of Version 4.4.9-Jul07, that folder is also used as the default for the Save As command. <br />
===Tapped holes===<br />
In Version 4.4.9-Jul07, you are no longer given an option to change the hole size for tapped holes. If the hole size is non-standard in an existing design created in a previous version, then when you load the file, the hole will be resized automatically.<br />
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<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in June 2015==<br />
===Tapped hole cutouts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jun19 fixes errors that caused incorrectly sized cutouts for tapped holes.<br />
===Error with the "Ask a Question" feature===<br />
Using the '''Help''' > '''Ask A Question''' command caused the following authentication error, particularly with Symantec Endpoint Protection. This was an error on the server side that was fixed in June 2015.<br><br />
[[File:Authentication_error.jpg]]<br />
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<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in May 2015==<br />
===Digital Printing vs. Silkscreening===<br />
Version 4.4.9-May28 fixes a problem in which, when you updated a file with digital printing specified in it, it changed to silkscreening. With this version, you can fix the file by opening the face that has the graphics, then choose '''Silkscreen''' > '''Convert to Digital Printing''' and click the '''Accept''' button.<br />
<br />
<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in March 2015==<br />
===Error message for "homdir"===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which, upon launching Designer on some computers, a message about "homedir" was displayed <br />
<br />
unnecessarily. <br />
===Grouped objects===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which the Face Editor did not display grouped objects on some versions.<br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
In Version 4.4.9-Mar23, the option for Removable Front Cover was removed from rackmounts that did not have mounting ears.<br />
===Properties context panel===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which font tools were not fully displayed in the Properties panel.<br />
===Performance===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which some enclosures could take a very long time to open. <br />
===Special characters===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which certain special characters such as the degrees symbol were displayed improperly.<br />
===Design check crashes Face Editor===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which the Face Editor became non-responsive after a design check.<br />
===Unable to generate a quote===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar23 fixes an issue in which selecting Instant Quotes and Purchasing > Purchase generated the error message "We are unable to generate a quote for this file. Please send your PDA file to sales@protocase.com for help."<br />
===Double-clicking filename to launch Designer===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar12 fixes an issue introduced in version 4.4.9-Jan06 in which, if an earlier version of Designer also existed on your system, then opening a Designer file by double-clicking the filename would launch the older version.<br />
===Display of 5-sided enclosures===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar12 fixes an issue in which notes and objects for 5-Sided enclosures were not displayed.<br />
===L-shaped enclosures===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Mar06 fixes an issue in which previously designed and saved L-shaped enclosures would drop any cutouts that were on the bottom panel.<br />
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<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in February 2015==<br />
===DXF files===<br />
With Version 4.4.9-Feb04, the DXF cutout import function has been improved, and layers are now supported.<br />
<br />
<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in January 2015==<br />
===Silkscreening===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Jan12 fixes an issue in which some colors in bitmaps were not detected for silkscreening if the red and green components were similar to the background but the blue component was not. Also fixed was a defect in which screws added to a design caused a drawing error on silkscreened items. <br />
<br />
<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in December 2014==<br />
===Rackmounts===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec18 fixes an issue in which a rackmount lost any custom cover color set after upgrading to Version 4.4.6.<br />
===Brackets===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Dec18 fixes a defect in which the Face Editor displayed brackets flipped on the X axis; brackets with PEMs were not displayed in the Face Editor.<br />
<br />
<br><br><br />
==Fixes released in November 2014==<br />
===Erroneous "HomeDir" message===<br />
Version 4.4.9-Nov10 fixes an issue in which you could receive the erroneous message "HomeDir config.ReadConfig(): somedirectory".<br />
===Quotes===<br />
If you are using Version 4.3.1, attempting to generate a quote for a design might not produce any result, with no error message displayed. To fix this, upgrade to the [[#Links to the latest Beta release|'''latest Version 4.4.9 beta release''']].</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Face_Editor&diff=585Face Editor2014-04-03T14:02:15Z<p>Dronne: /* Add self-clinching fasteners */</p>
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<div>=Face Editor Overview=<br />
The Face Editor allows you to customize the faces of your enclosure using standard editing tools for creating cutouts, silkscreens, exclusions zones, and construction lines.<br />
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[[File:window-faceeditor-labels.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window]]<br />
<br />
;A. Standard Toolbar<br />
:Contains common commands such as Cut Copy, Paste, Undo, Redo, as well as zoom and grid related commands.<br />
<br />
;B. Drawing Toolbar<br />
:Contains tools to draw shapes, add text, and add images to the face.<br />
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;C. Viewport<br />
:Working area that shows a 2D view of your enclosure face.<br />
<br />
;D. Status bar<br />
:Displays the currently selected view, X- and Y coordinates of the pointer, side of face showing (outside or inside), and the name of the face.<br />
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;E. Help pane<br />
:Displays contextual help that changes based on the selected drawing tool.<br />
<br />
;F. Properties pane<br />
:Displays properties that can be changed for the selected object.<br />
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=Viewing the face=<br />
<br />
==Pan model==<br />
To Pan the face, do one of the following.<br />
<br />
'''Method 1'''<br />
*In the viewport, click the wheel button and drag to pan the model to the desired location.<br />
<br />
'''Method 2'''<br />
#On the '''Standard Toolbar''', click '''Pan'''.<br />
#In the viewport, left-click and drag to pan the model to the desired location.<br />
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'''Method 3'''<br />
#Press and hold the '''Alt''' key.<br />
#In the viewport, right-click and drag to pan the model to the desired location.<br />
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==Zoom model==<br />
To Zoom in or out, do one of the following:<br />
<br />
'''Method 1'''<br />
*Rotate the '''wheel button''' forward or backward.<br />
<br />
'''Method 2'''<br />
#On the '''Standard Toolbar''' (or on the '''View menu'''), click '''Zoom In''' or '''Zoom Out'''.<br />
#Click within the viewport to incrementally zoom the model in or out.<br />
<br />
'''Method 3'''<br />
#On the '''Standard Toolbar''', click '''Zoom In'''.<br />
#Drag a diagonal selection within the viewport to zoom in to a desired area of the model.<br />
<br />
Note: The model moves toward the mouse pointer when zooming out and away from the mouse pointer when zooming in.<br />
<br />
==Reset view==<br />
The Reset View command displays the face in the centre of the viewport at its original zoom level.<br />
<br />
Do one of the following:<br />
<br />
'''Method 1'''<br />
*On the '''Standard Toolbar''', click '''Reset View'''.<br />
<br />
'''Method 2'''<br />
*On the '''View''' menu, click '''Reset Zoom''' to display the model in its original orientation.<br />
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=Coordinate System=<br />
The origin in the Face Editor is located at the absolute coordinate system of the model. The x- and y-coordinates for each face are referenced from the absolute origin and always increase moving away from the origin. The figure below shows examples of the coordinate system for several faces on a U-Shape enclosure.<br />
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[[File:diagram-coordinates.png|550px|thumb|center|Face Editor Coordinate System]]<br />
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=Drawing shapes=<br />
<br />
==Select the drawing mode==<br />
Selecting the drawing mode determines the type of objects created: '''Cutout''', '''Silkscreen''', '''Exclusion''', and '''Construct'''.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', click the '''Mode''' button [[File:button-mode.png||60px|bottom]]. A popup window opens.<br><br>[[File:button-drawmode.png|bottom]]<br><br />
#Click the button for the drawing type you want to set as the default. The selected button changes color to indicate the current default drawing mode.<br />
}}<br />
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===Cutouts===<br />
The Cutout drawing mode allows you to draw shapes on your enclosure for accommodating connectors, switches, ports, etc. You can also draw custom shapes to create cutout logos and images.<br />
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===Silkscreen===<br />
The Silkscreen drawing mode lets you add images and text to the enclosure, for silkscreening or for direct digital printing. Silkscreening is limited to specific colors; direct digital printing can print any number of colors, including gradients, with precise rendering. Note that you cannot apply both silkscreening and digital printing to the same face. <br />
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'''Important!''' For complete details on silkscreening, please see '''[[About Silkscreening]]'''.<br />
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====Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing====<br />
#In the Face Editor, choose the face you want, and then click the '''Text''' button. <br />
#:The '''Silkscreening or Direct Digital Printing''' message window opens, alerting you that you must select silkscreening or direct digital printing for each face, and summarizing the advantages and costs of each method. <br />
#:'''Note:''' This message also opens whenever you first place a silkscreen object (text, bitmap, or, when '''Mode''' is set to "Silkscreen", any shape) on a face. <br />
#Click '''OK''' to close the window. <br />
#:The '''Silkscreen or Direct Digital Printing '''dialog opens:<br />
#:[[File:Dialog-silkscreening_or_digital.jpg]]<br />
#Select either the '''Silkscreening''' or '''Direct Digital Printing''' radio button.<br />
#To specify either method for all faces of the enclosure, select the '''always choose this''' check box. <br />
#:'''Note''': You can also specify the default printing type in the new '''Graphics Type''' field in '''Preferences'''. <br />
#Add [[#Add text|text]] and/or [[#Add images|images]] to the face.<br />
<br />
'''Limitations of direct digital printing'''<br />
*The printer can print only on the top face of a part not more than 6" high, 10" wide, and 24" long.<br />
*The face and all its attachments must be entirely flat. Nothing can stick up above the surface. <br />
*The inside of the face cannot be printed.<br />
*The enclosure must have a color. ('''None''' refers to bare metal, and the paint will not stick.)<br />
'''See Also:''' [[#Adding silkscreening to a face using a graphics editor]]<br />
<br />
'''''To change from one printing method to the other'''''<br />
#In the Face Editor, select the face that you want to change. <br />
#Choose the '''Convert...''' command from the '''Silkscreen''' menu. <br />
#:'''Note:''' There is no separate menu for digital printing; the Silkscreen menu is used for both. If the items you chose are currently silkscreened, the '''Convert to Direct Digital Printing''' command is listed in the menu. If the items you chose are currently digital, the '''Convert to Silkscreen'''' command is listed in the menu. <br />
#If you choose '''Convert to Silkscreen''', a confirmation window opens. Click '''Yes''' to confirm the conversion to stock silkscreen colors.<br />
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===Exclusion===<br />
The Exclusion drawing mode allows you to add shapes to your enclosure to mark areas where other objects cannot be added.<br />
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===Construct===<br />
The Construct drawing mode lets you draw shapes on your enclosure for use as reference when creating cutouts, silkscreen or exclusion zones, as well as when placing hardware.<br />
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==Draw circles==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Circle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the centre of the circle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box.<br />
# Continue drawing circles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
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==Draw ellipses==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Ellipse''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the centre of the ellipse.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box.<br />
# Continue drawing ellipses and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
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==Draw rectangles==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Rectangle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the corner of the rectangle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box.<br />
# Continue drawing rectangles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
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==Draw squares==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br><br />
=====Method 1=====<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Standard''' toolbar click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|35px|bottom]] to show the grid and automatically turn on snap to grid.<br />
# On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Rectangle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the corner of the rectangle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box, using the grid to restrict the bounding box to a square.<br />
# Continue drawing squares or rectangles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
=====Method 2=====<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Rectangle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the corner of the rectangle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box. You will convert the rectangle to a square in the next step.<br />
# On the '''Properties''' pane, change the Width and Height to be equal.<br />
# Continue drawing squares or rectangles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
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==Draw custom paths==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the Path tool.<br />
#Click on the face to place points of the path.<br />
#Click the first point again to finish the path and fill the shape.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''''To create an arc using the Path tool'''''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Start creating a path as described above.<br />
#Do one of the following:<br>&#8226; Click '''arc''' on the '''Properties''' panel.<br>&#8226; Press the '''A''' key.<br />
#Click to place the end of the arc<br />
#Move the pointer to change the size of the arc and click to place the arc.<br />
#Do one of the following:<br>&#8226; Continue placing arcs.<br>&#8226; Click '''line''' on the '''Properties''' panel or press the '''A''' key to continue placing lines.<br />
#Click the first point again to finish the path and fill the shape.<br />
}}<br />
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==Path editing: Using the Trim and Merge tools to create cutouts==<br />
The Trim and Merge tools provide quick ways to create paths for cutouts. The Merge tool lets you create an outline (path) by merging multiple shapes. The Trim tool lets you delete lines in intersecting shapes to create the path you want.<br />
<br />
'''''To merge two or more objects'''''<br />
#Place two or more objects on a face, each overlapping at least part of one other object. <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE1.jpg]]<br />
#Click the '''Edit''' button and select all the objects you want to merge. (If you select an object by accident, you can remove it by holding down the Shift key and clicking the object you accidentally selected.) <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE2.jpg]]<br />
#Right-click within the selection and choose '''Merge''' from the popup menu. <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE3.jpg]]<br />
#:The objects are merged into a single cutout. <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE4.jpg]]<br />
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'''''To edit a merged object'''''<br />
<br />
If you select a merged object, each node in what is now a single object can be dragged to further change the object shape. In this example, the selected node (colored red) is being dragged up and to the right. <br />
:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE5.jpg]] [[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE6.jpg]]<br />
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'''''To trim two or more objects'''''<br />
<br />
In this example, a key slot is created with the Trim tool.<br />
#Place a circle on the face.<br />
#Add a rectangle to the bottom of the face, overlapping it. <br />
#:[[File:example-Trim1.jpg]]<br />
#Click the '''Edit''' button and select both objects.<br />
#:[[File:example-Trim2.jpg]]<br />
#Click the '''Trim''' button.<br />
#:The outline of each object is outlined, the cursor icon turns into an eraser (not shown in these examples).<br />
#:[[File:example-Trim3.jpg]]<br />
#Use the eraser to eliminate the lines you do not want.<br />
#:[[File:example-Trim4.jpg]]<br />
#When you are done, press the '''Esc''' key on your keyboard, or click any other button in the Drawing toolbar. <br />
#:The remaining path is now a cutout and is displayed as such. <br />
#:[[File:example-Trim5.jpg]]<br />
:'''Tip:''' A notch could have been created by removing different lines in the same overlap:<br />
::[[File:example-TrimNotch1.jpg]]<br />
<br />
==Draw lines==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Line''' tool.<br />
# Click to start the line.<br />
# Drag to set the end of the line.<br />
# Continue drawing new lines and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add text==<br />
''Available in Silkscreen [[File:tool-text.png|40px|bottom]] drawing mode only.''<br />
{{Note|Selecting the Image Tool will switch the drawing mode to Silkscreen, regardless of the current drawing mode.}}<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Text''' tool.<br />
#Click on the face and begin typing to insert a text block.<br />
#Click in a other locations to add additional text blocks.<br />
#Continue adding text blocks and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.}}<br />
<br />
==Add images==<br />
''Available in Silkscreen [[File:tool-image.png|40px|bottom]] drawing mode only.''<br />
{{Note|Selecting the Image Tool will switch the drawing mode to Silkscreen, regardless of the current drawing mode.}}<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Image tool'''. An Open dialog box appears.<br />
#Select an image file, such as a custom logo, and click '''Open'''.}}<br />
{{Note|Colors are automatically adjusted to match stock Protocase silkscreen colors.}}<br />
<br />
==Measure distances==<br />
Use the '''Measure''' tool to determine the distance between two points on objects or anywhere on the face.<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Measure''' tool. [[File:tool-measure.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#On the '''Properties''' panel, do one of the following:<br />
#*Click '''Snap''' to force measurements from key points (corners and centres) on objects <br />
#*Click '''Free''' to allow measurements from any point<br />
#Click to place the start point.<br />
#Click to place the end point. The x, y, and total distances are displayed on the '''Properties''' panel.<br />
#Continue measuring distances and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br><br><br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-measure.png|600px|Measuring distance between objects]]<br />
<br />
'''See Also:'''<br />
*[[Using the Measure tool to specify both distance and alignment between objects]]<br />
*[[Using the Measure tool to move an object a specific distance from another object]]<br />
*[[Dimensions:_Displaying_measurements|Displaying measurements for review]]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Using the Grid==<br />
The grid is useful to help accurately place and align objects.<br />
<br />
===Turn on/off the Grid===<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*On the Standard toolbar, click Toggle Grid. [[File:button-togglegrid.png|bottom]]<br />
#*On the Grid menu, click Toggle Grid.<br />
#Repeat to toggle the state of the grid.}}<br />
{{Note|Snap to Grid option is automatically enabled when the grid is turned on.}}<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-cutout-grid.png|600px|thumb|centre|Grid on with 2 in width and height]]<br />
<br />
===Turn on/off Snap to Grid===<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*On the Standard toolbar, click Snap to Grid [[File:button-snapgrid.png|bottom]]<br />
#*On the Grid menu, click Snap to Grid.<br />
#Repeat to toggle the state of Snap to Grid.}}<br />
<br />
===Change Grid Size and Offset===<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*On the Standard toolbar, click Grid Size [[File:button-gridsize.png|bottom]]<br />
#*On the Grid menu, click Grid Size.<br><br>[[File:dialogbox-faceeditor-gridsize.png|thumb|centre|Grid Size Dialog Box]]<br><br />
#In the Grid Size dialog box, change any of the following values:<br />
#*'''Width''' -- horizontal distance between grid lines.<br />
#*'''Height''' -- vertical distance between grid lines.<br />
#*'''Offset Width''' -- horizontal offset of grid lines from default grid position.<br />
#*'''Offset Height''' -- vertical offset of grid lines from default grid position.<br />
#*'''Grid Opacity''' -- opacity of the grid lines. Move the slider to left for lighter lines or the right for darker lines.<br />
#*'''Save as Default Grid Size''' -- use the current grid size when editing all faces in the Face Editor Window.}}<br />
{{Note|If you change the Grid Size and do not check Save as Default Grid Size, the grid will revert back to the default size after closing the Face Editor, even if you re-open the same face.}}<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-cutout-gridoffset.png|600px|thumb|centre|Grid with 2 in width and height, 1 in Offset Width and Offset Height]]<br />
<br />
==Changing object properties==<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-propertiespane-circle-silkscreen.png|thumb|Properties Pane for circle silkscreen]]<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-propertiespane-text-silkscreen.png|thumb|Properties Pane for text silkscreen]]<br />
<br />
===Fill===<br />
''Applies to silkscreen and construction objects including circles, ellipses, rectangles, and paths.''<br />
* Select the check box to fill in the object. The line thickness option is not available when the check box is selected.<br />
<br />
===Line Thickness===<br />
''Applies to silkscreen and construction objects including circles, ellipses, rectangles, paths, and lines.''<br />
''Also applies to lines of all object types.''<br />
* Select a value from the list below the '''Filled''' check box.<br />
<br />
===Color===<br />
''Applies to silkscreen objects including circles, ellipses, rectangles, paths, lines, and text.''<br />
* Select a color from the '''Color''' menu.<br />
* Refer to [http://www.protocase.com/products/mcf_silkscreen.php Stocked Silkscreening Colors] for a list of available colours.<br />
<br />
===Type===<br />
''Applies to all objects.''<br />
* Change the object type by selecting a different type from the list.<br />
* Object types include:<br />
:Cutout<br />
:Silkscreen<br />
:Exclusion<br />
:Construction<br />
<br />
===Origin===<br />
''Applies to all objects.''<br />
* Change the location of the X and Y origins with respect to the absolute coordinate system.<br />
* Enter a number and press the Tab key to accept.<br />
* The origin of an object is indicated by a red square.<br />
* [image]<br />
* The origin for each object is determined as follows:<br />
:'''Circles''' -- centre<br />
:'''Ellipses''' -- centre<br />
:'''Rectangles''' -- corner closes to the absolute origin<br />
:'''Text''' -- bottom left corner<br />
:'''Paths''' -- start point<br />
:'''Lines''' -- start point<br />
:'''Images''' -- bottom left corner<br />
<br />
===Size===<br />
''Applies to all objects (options displayed depend on object selected).''<br />
<br />
* All values use the default Display Units, unless otherwise specified. See Preferences [add link] to change the default Display Units.<br />
'''Circles'''<br />
* '''Radius, Diameter''' -- Changing one of these properties will automatically update the other. Diameter is twice the radius.<br />
'''Ellipses'''<br />
* '''RadiusX''' -- Radius along X-axis (defines horizontal length).<br />
* '''RadiusY''' -- Radius along Y-axis (defines vertical length).<br />
'''Rectangles'''<br />
* '''Width, Height''' -- Width and Height of the object.<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
'''Text'''<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
* '''Font''' -- Change the font to Arial, Courier, Garamond, Avant Garde, Times New Roman, Palatino, or Bookman.<br />
* '''Font Size''' -- Change the font size within the available range of 7–99.<br />
* '''Font Style''' -- Change the font style to Regular, Bold, Bold Italic, or Italic.<br />
* '''Text''' -- Change the text to appear on the face. Press the Tab key to accept.<br />
'''Path'''<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
'''Lines'''<br />
* '''Length''' -- Distance from origin to end point.<br />
'''Images'''<br />
* '''Width, Height''' -- Width and height of the object.<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
<br />
=Adding cutouts=<br />
You can add a variety of built-in and custom cutouts to your enclosure. <br />
<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, point to a category and then click an item.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-DB9menu.png|600px|thumb|centre]]<br><br />
#Click on the face to place the built-in cutout.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-db9.png|600px|thumb|centre]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Note|You can also open the Cutout Library window to perform tasks such as creating or editing cutouts. On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, click '''Cutout Library'''. See [[Cutout Library]] for further information.}}<br />
<br />
==Creating and adding brackets==<br />
You can create brackets with cutouts and other elements, save them to the Cutout and Fasteners Library, and add them to an enclosure. <br />
<br />
'''''To create a bracket'''''<br />
#Click '''New'''.<br />
#:The New Assembly from Template dialog opens, with Brackets listed. <br />
#:[[File:dialog-Brackets_NewAssemblyFromTemplate.jpg]]<br />
#Choose a bracket (for example, L bracket, U bracket), and edit any of its parameters ('''Width''', '''Depth''', '''Height''', etc.) as you wish.<br />
#:[[File:Dialog-Brackets-NewAssemblySPECS.jpg]]<br />
#Add elements (cutouts for mounting, standoffs, etc.) as necessary to each face. When done, click the '''Accept Changes''' button. <br />
#:The 3D View window opens.<br />
#Choose '''Create Subassembly''' from the '''Cutout Library Manager''' menu. <br />
#Select the face to be the mating (mounting) face. <br />
#:The New Library Item dialog opens. <br />
#:[[File:dialog-NewLibraryItem.png]]<br />
#Enter the:<br />
#:'''Name'''<br />
#:'''Origin Placement''' (optional) Select the point that is to be the origin for placement when adding the bracket to a face. (The red dot shows the current placement.) For example, if you choose the center point as the origin, then when you click a location on the enclosure face, the center of the bracket will be placed precisely where you click. Note that the x and y measurements in the Properties panel refer to this origin.<br />
#:'''Width''' (in inches)<br />
#:'''Height''' (in inches)<br />
#:'''Manufacturer''' (optional)<br />
#:'''Part Number''' (optional)<br />
#:'''Description''' (optional)<br />
#Click '''OK.'''<br />
#:You receive a message that the bracket has been added to your library, and it is listed in the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu.<br />
<br />
'''''To place a bracket on the enclosure'''''<br />
#Load the enclosure and select the face to which you will add the bracket.<br />
#In the Face Editor, make sure the correct '''Inside''' or '''Outside''' is selected for the bracket placement.<br />
#From the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, select the bracket that you will add to the enclosure.<br />
#:The footprint (outline) of the mating face is displayed, so that you can see how to place it. <br />
#Drag and drop the bracket to the desired location.<br />
<br />
=Adding hardware=<br />
You can easily add hardware on your enclosure to accommodate various components, such as self-clinching fasteners to mount a PCB or handles. Protocase uses common PEM® brand self-clinching fasteners.<br />
<br />
==Add self-clinching fasteners==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|35px|bottom]] to show the grid and automatically turn on snap to grid.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, click '''Place Self Clinching Fasteners'''.<br />
#From the Cutout Library, select the type of Self Clinching Fastener and its options.<br><br><br />
#:[[File:dialogbox-pem.png|Self-Clinching Fasteners Dialog Box]]<br><br><br />
#:'''Note:''' If you try to add a fastener on the enclosure and receive a message that it is not compatible with the material, then the material is either too thin for the fastener or else the material is stainless steel and the fastener is zinc-coated. (Zinc-coated fastener names end with "ZI" and will not show stainless in the material compatibility.) Its name will be struck out of the selection dialog, and if you continue with the incompatible design, you will receive a design check error when you estimate, order, or use the design check feature.<br />
#Click '''Place PEM''' and click the face to add the fasteners.<br />
#Continue adding fasteners and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] or press the Esc key when you are done.<br><br><br />
#:[[File:window-faceeditor-pem.png|600px|Placing Self-Clinching Fasteners]]<br><br><br />
#:[[File:window-main-pem.png|600px|Self-Clinching Fasteners on bottom face (cover hidden)]]<br><br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add mounting hardware==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|35px|bottom]] to show the grid and automatically turn on snap to grid.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, point to Hardware, then click a hardware item.<br />
#Continue adding mounting hardware and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-handles.png|600px|thumb|centre|Placing handles]]<br><br>[[File:window-main-ushape-handles.png|600px|thumb|centre|U-Shape enclosure with handles]]<br><br />
}}<br />
<br />
=Manipulating objects=<br />
==Select object(s)==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Edit''' tool. [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*To select a filled object, click anywhere on the object.<br />
#*To select an unfilled object, click the border of the object.<br />
#*To select multiple objects:<br />
#** click the first object, press and hold the Shift key, then click other objects;<br />
#**or click and drag a selection box over several objects<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-selection.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—selecting multiple objects by dragging a selection box]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Move object(s)==<br />
To move a single object:{{Procedure|<br />
#Select the object.<br />
#Click anywhere on the object and drag to the desired location.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
To move several objects:{{Procedure|<br />
#Select all the objects.<br />
#Press and hold the Shift key, then click any of the objects and drag to the desired location.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Align and distribute objects==<br />
You can arrange objects on a face using the Alignment and Distribute commands.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Select 2 or more objects. The Alignment and Distribute commands appear on the '''Properties''' panel.<br />
#On the '''Properties''' panel, click an alignment or distribute command.<br />
}}<br />
<br><br />
'''Alignment'''<br><br />
[[File:button-align-originvert.png]] Align Origins of Objects Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-align-top.png]] Align Tops of Objects<br><br />
[[File:button-align-centervert.png]] Align Centers of Objects Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-align-bottom.png]] Align Bottoms of Objects<br><br />
<br><br />
[[File:button-align-originhoriz.png]] Align Origins of Objects Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-align-left.png]] Align Left Sides of Objects<br><br />
[[File:button-align-centerhoriz.png]] Align Centers of Objects Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-align-right.png]] Align Right Sides of Objects<br><br />
<br><br />
'''''Notes:'''''<br />
*Objects align to first object selected<br />
*When using the selection marquee, objects align to the last object created.<br />
<br />
<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-align.png|600px|thumb|centre|Objects with bottoms aligned and centers distributed evenly]]<br><br />
<br />
'''Distribute'''<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-originvert.png]] Distribute Origins Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-spacevert.png]] Distribute Space Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-top.png]] Distribute Distance Between Tops<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-centervert.png]] Distribute Centers Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-bottom.png]] Distribute Bottoms of Objects<br><br />
<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-originhoriz.png]] Distribute Origins Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-spacehoriz.png]] Distribute Space Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-left.png]] Distribute Left Sides of Objects<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-centerhoriz.png]] Distribute Centers Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-right.png]] Distribute Right Side of Objects<br><br />
<br />
==Cut, Copy, and Paste objects==<br />
Use the Cut, Copy, and Paste commands to easily create multiple copies of objects.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Select one or more objects.<br />
#On the '''Edit''' menu, select '''Cut''', '''Copy''', or '''Paste'''. A copy of the object(s) will appear next to the cursor.<br />
#Click to place the object(s) on the face.<br />
#Continue placing object(s) on the face and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Undo and Redo actions==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Edit''' menu, select '''Undo''' or '''Redo'''.}}{{Note|You can Undo or Redo multiple times by repeatably selecting Undo or Redo.}}<br />
<br />
=Exporting and Importing Face Templates=<br />
==Exporting a face template==<br />
You can export a face to a .PGN image file for editing in a third-party graphics editor, and you can import the edited image back into the Face Editor. This feature is useful when reviewing designs, using in presentations, or adding silkscreen elements to a face.<br />
#Make sure the face you want to export is displayed in the Face Editor.<br />
#Select '''Silkscreen > Export silkscreen template'''. The Save dialog opens.<br />
#Enter a name for the image file and click '''Save'''. A properly scaled .PNG image of the face is created, complete with all cutouts.<br />
#*'''Note''' The exported image displays the cutout areas in the color pink (hexadecimal value FF9999). This is the one color you cannot use for your silkscreen ink, because Protocase Designer will always recognize this color as a cutout and never as a silkscreen requirement.<br />
<br />
==Adding silkscreening to a face using a graphics editor==<br />
You can add silkscreen elements to a face using a separate graphics editor (such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop) that can edit a .PNG file. For each face requiring silkscreening, you export the face with its cutouts, add the silkscreen elements to the image using your graphics editor, and import the revised image back into Protocase Designer. <br />
#First, follow the steps in '''[[#Exporting a face template]]'''. <br />
#Open the file with your graphics editor and add the images/text to be silkscreened, aligning them with their corresponding cutouts. <br />
#When done editing, save the file again in .PNG format.<br />
#In the Face Editor, select '''Silkscreen > Import silkscreen template''' and choose the .PNG file you just saved. The image with both cutouts and silkscreening is displayed in the Face Editor. <br />
#If you need to make additional changes, edit the .PNG file again in your graphics editor, and re-import it to the Face Editor. (You do not need to remove it from Protocase Designer first; it will be automatically replaced by the most recently imported file, as long as it has the same name.)<br />
'''See Also:''' [[#Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing]]<br />
<br />
==Importing a face template==<br />
#To import a PNG into the Face Editor, select '''Silkscreen > Import Silkscreen Template'''. The image is imported and displayed in the Face Editor.<br />
<br />
=Face Editor Preferences=<br />
You can change several parameters for controlling the Face Editor functionality.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
[[File:dialogbox-preferences.png|400px|thumb|centre|Preferences dialog box]]<br />
#On the '''Edit''' Menu, click '''Preferences'''.<br />
#In the '''Preferences''' dialog box, change any of the following values:<br />
#*'''Display Units'''—used for drawing/editing objects and measuring distances. On the '''Display Units''' menu, click '''INCHES''' or '''MM'''.<br />
#*'''Grid Size X, Grid Size Y'''—the horizontal and vertical space between grid lines. Type a number or click the up/down arrows to change the value in 0.1 increments.<br />
#*'''Precision Digits'''—the number of units displayed when drawing/editing objects and measuring distances. Type a number or click the up/down arrows to change the value in 0.1 increments.<br />
#*'''Grid Opacity'''—opacity of the grid lines. Move the slider to left for lighter lines or the right for darker lines.<br />
#*'''Allow Free Editing'''—Enable or disable the ability to move or change the size of objects directly on the face. Clear the check box to prevent accidentally moving or changing the size of objects.<br />
#*'''Prompt for Whether to Reject Bad Moves'''—Displays a warning if you move an object outside a face boundary or overlapping an exclusion zone. <br />
#*'''Reject Bad Moves'''—Prevents you from moving an object outside a face boundary or overlapping an exclusion zone. The object is automatically moved back to its original position.<br />
#*'''Never Show What’s New'''—Disables a dialog box at startup showing the new features of Protocase Designer®.<br />
#*'''Show What’s New for this version'''—Displays a dialog box at startup showing the new features for the current version of Protocase Designer®.}}</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Face_Editor&diff=584Face Editor2014-04-03T14:00:31Z<p>Dronne: /* Add self-clinching fasteners */</p>
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<div>=Face Editor Overview=<br />
The Face Editor allows you to customize the faces of your enclosure using standard editing tools for creating cutouts, silkscreens, exclusions zones, and construction lines.<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-labels.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window]]<br />
<br />
;A. Standard Toolbar<br />
:Contains common commands such as Cut Copy, Paste, Undo, Redo, as well as zoom and grid related commands.<br />
<br />
;B. Drawing Toolbar<br />
:Contains tools to draw shapes, add text, and add images to the face.<br />
<br />
;C. Viewport<br />
:Working area that shows a 2D view of your enclosure face.<br />
<br />
;D. Status bar<br />
:Displays the currently selected view, X- and Y coordinates of the pointer, side of face showing (outside or inside), and the name of the face.<br />
<br />
;E. Help pane<br />
:Displays contextual help that changes based on the selected drawing tool.<br />
<br />
;F. Properties pane<br />
:Displays properties that can be changed for the selected object.<br />
<br />
=Viewing the face=<br />
<br />
==Pan model==<br />
To Pan the face, do one of the following.<br />
<br />
'''Method 1'''<br />
*In the viewport, click the wheel button and drag to pan the model to the desired location.<br />
<br />
'''Method 2'''<br />
#On the '''Standard Toolbar''', click '''Pan'''.<br />
#In the viewport, left-click and drag to pan the model to the desired location.<br />
<br />
'''Method 3'''<br />
#Press and hold the '''Alt''' key.<br />
#In the viewport, right-click and drag to pan the model to the desired location.<br />
<br />
==Zoom model==<br />
To Zoom in or out, do one of the following:<br />
<br />
'''Method 1'''<br />
*Rotate the '''wheel button''' forward or backward.<br />
<br />
'''Method 2'''<br />
#On the '''Standard Toolbar''' (or on the '''View menu'''), click '''Zoom In''' or '''Zoom Out'''.<br />
#Click within the viewport to incrementally zoom the model in or out.<br />
<br />
'''Method 3'''<br />
#On the '''Standard Toolbar''', click '''Zoom In'''.<br />
#Drag a diagonal selection within the viewport to zoom in to a desired area of the model.<br />
<br />
Note: The model moves toward the mouse pointer when zooming out and away from the mouse pointer when zooming in.<br />
<br />
==Reset view==<br />
The Reset View command displays the face in the centre of the viewport at its original zoom level.<br />
<br />
Do one of the following:<br />
<br />
'''Method 1'''<br />
*On the '''Standard Toolbar''', click '''Reset View'''.<br />
<br />
'''Method 2'''<br />
*On the '''View''' menu, click '''Reset Zoom''' to display the model in its original orientation.<br />
<br />
=Coordinate System=<br />
The origin in the Face Editor is located at the absolute coordinate system of the model. The x- and y-coordinates for each face are referenced from the absolute origin and always increase moving away from the origin. The figure below shows examples of the coordinate system for several faces on a U-Shape enclosure.<br />
<br />
[[File:diagram-coordinates.png|550px|thumb|center|Face Editor Coordinate System]]<br />
<br />
=Drawing shapes=<br />
<br />
==Select the drawing mode==<br />
Selecting the drawing mode determines the type of objects created: '''Cutout''', '''Silkscreen''', '''Exclusion''', and '''Construct'''.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', click the '''Mode''' button [[File:button-mode.png||60px|bottom]]. A popup window opens.<br><br>[[File:button-drawmode.png|bottom]]<br><br />
#Click the button for the drawing type you want to set as the default. The selected button changes color to indicate the current default drawing mode.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
===Cutouts===<br />
The Cutout drawing mode allows you to draw shapes on your enclosure for accommodating connectors, switches, ports, etc. You can also draw custom shapes to create cutout logos and images.<br />
<br />
===Silkscreen===<br />
The Silkscreen drawing mode lets you add images and text to the enclosure, for silkscreening or for direct digital printing. Silkscreening is limited to specific colors; direct digital printing can print any number of colors, including gradients, with precise rendering. Note that you cannot apply both silkscreening and digital printing to the same face. <br />
<br />
'''Important!''' For complete details on silkscreening, please see '''[[About Silkscreening]]'''.<br />
<br />
====Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing====<br />
#In the Face Editor, choose the face you want, and then click the '''Text''' button. <br />
#:The '''Silkscreening or Direct Digital Printing''' message window opens, alerting you that you must select silkscreening or direct digital printing for each face, and summarizing the advantages and costs of each method. <br />
#:'''Note:''' This message also opens whenever you first place a silkscreen object (text, bitmap, or, when '''Mode''' is set to "Silkscreen", any shape) on a face. <br />
#Click '''OK''' to close the window. <br />
#:The '''Silkscreen or Direct Digital Printing '''dialog opens:<br />
#:[[File:Dialog-silkscreening_or_digital.jpg]]<br />
#Select either the '''Silkscreening''' or '''Direct Digital Printing''' radio button.<br />
#To specify either method for all faces of the enclosure, select the '''always choose this''' check box. <br />
#:'''Note''': You can also specify the default printing type in the new '''Graphics Type''' field in '''Preferences'''. <br />
#Add [[#Add text|text]] and/or [[#Add images|images]] to the face.<br />
<br />
'''Limitations of direct digital printing'''<br />
*The printer can print only on the top face of a part not more than 6" high, 10" wide, and 24" long.<br />
*The face and all its attachments must be entirely flat. Nothing can stick up above the surface. <br />
*The inside of the face cannot be printed.<br />
*The enclosure must have a color. ('''None''' refers to bare metal, and the paint will not stick.)<br />
'''See Also:''' [[#Adding silkscreening to a face using a graphics editor]]<br />
<br />
'''''To change from one printing method to the other'''''<br />
#In the Face Editor, select the face that you want to change. <br />
#Choose the '''Convert...''' command from the '''Silkscreen''' menu. <br />
#:'''Note:''' There is no separate menu for digital printing; the Silkscreen menu is used for both. If the items you chose are currently silkscreened, the '''Convert to Direct Digital Printing''' command is listed in the menu. If the items you chose are currently digital, the '''Convert to Silkscreen'''' command is listed in the menu. <br />
#If you choose '''Convert to Silkscreen''', a confirmation window opens. Click '''Yes''' to confirm the conversion to stock silkscreen colors.<br />
<br />
===Exclusion===<br />
The Exclusion drawing mode allows you to add shapes to your enclosure to mark areas where other objects cannot be added.<br />
<br />
===Construct===<br />
The Construct drawing mode lets you draw shapes on your enclosure for use as reference when creating cutouts, silkscreen or exclusion zones, as well as when placing hardware.<br />
<br />
==Draw circles==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Circle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the centre of the circle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box.<br />
# Continue drawing circles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Draw ellipses==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Ellipse''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the centre of the ellipse.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box.<br />
# Continue drawing ellipses and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Draw rectangles==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Rectangle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the corner of the rectangle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box.<br />
# Continue drawing rectangles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Draw squares==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br><br />
=====Method 1=====<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Standard''' toolbar click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|35px|bottom]] to show the grid and automatically turn on snap to grid.<br />
# On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Rectangle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the corner of the rectangle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box, using the grid to restrict the bounding box to a square.<br />
# Continue drawing squares or rectangles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
=====Method 2=====<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Rectangle''' tool.<br />
# Click to place the corner of the rectangle.<br />
# Drag to set the corner of the bounding box. You will convert the rectangle to a square in the next step.<br />
# On the '''Properties''' pane, change the Width and Height to be equal.<br />
# Continue drawing squares or rectangles and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Draw custom paths==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the Path tool.<br />
#Click on the face to place points of the path.<br />
#Click the first point again to finish the path and fill the shape.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''''To create an arc using the Path tool'''''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Start creating a path as described above.<br />
#Do one of the following:<br>&#8226; Click '''arc''' on the '''Properties''' panel.<br>&#8226; Press the '''A''' key.<br />
#Click to place the end of the arc<br />
#Move the pointer to change the size of the arc and click to place the arc.<br />
#Do one of the following:<br>&#8226; Continue placing arcs.<br>&#8226; Click '''line''' on the '''Properties''' panel or press the '''A''' key to continue placing lines.<br />
#Click the first point again to finish the path and fill the shape.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Path editing: Using the Trim and Merge tools to create cutouts==<br />
The Trim and Merge tools provide quick ways to create paths for cutouts. The Merge tool lets you create an outline (path) by merging multiple shapes. The Trim tool lets you delete lines in intersecting shapes to create the path you want.<br />
<br />
'''''To merge two or more objects'''''<br />
#Place two or more objects on a face, each overlapping at least part of one other object. <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE1.jpg]]<br />
#Click the '''Edit''' button and select all the objects you want to merge. (If you select an object by accident, you can remove it by holding down the Shift key and clicking the object you accidentally selected.) <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE2.jpg]]<br />
#Right-click within the selection and choose '''Merge''' from the popup menu. <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE3.jpg]]<br />
#:The objects are merged into a single cutout. <br />
#:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE4.jpg]]<br />
<br />
'''''To edit a merged object'''''<br />
<br />
If you select a merged object, each node in what is now a single object can be dragged to further change the object shape. In this example, the selected node (colored red) is being dragged up and to the right. <br />
:[[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE5.jpg]] [[File:EXAMPLE-MERGE6.jpg]]<br />
<br />
<br />
'''''To trim two or more objects'''''<br />
<br />
In this example, a key slot is created with the Trim tool.<br />
#Place a circle on the face.<br />
#Add a rectangle to the bottom of the face, overlapping it. <br />
#:[[File:example-Trim1.jpg]]<br />
#Click the '''Edit''' button and select both objects.<br />
#:[[File:example-Trim2.jpg]]<br />
#Click the '''Trim''' button.<br />
#:The outline of each object is outlined, the cursor icon turns into an eraser (not shown in these examples).<br />
#:[[File:example-Trim3.jpg]]<br />
#Use the eraser to eliminate the lines you do not want.<br />
#:[[File:example-Trim4.jpg]]<br />
#When you are done, press the '''Esc''' key on your keyboard, or click any other button in the Drawing toolbar. <br />
#:The remaining path is now a cutout and is displayed as such. <br />
#:[[File:example-Trim5.jpg]]<br />
:'''Tip:''' A notch could have been created by removing different lines in the same overlap:<br />
::[[File:example-TrimNotch1.jpg]]<br />
<br />
==Draw lines==<br />
''Available in all drawing modes.''<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
# On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Line''' tool.<br />
# Click to start the line.<br />
# Drag to set the end of the line.<br />
# Continue drawing new lines and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add text==<br />
''Available in Silkscreen [[File:tool-text.png|40px|bottom]] drawing mode only.''<br />
{{Note|Selecting the Image Tool will switch the drawing mode to Silkscreen, regardless of the current drawing mode.}}<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Text''' tool.<br />
#Click on the face and begin typing to insert a text block.<br />
#Click in a other locations to add additional text blocks.<br />
#Continue adding text blocks and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.}}<br />
<br />
==Add images==<br />
''Available in Silkscreen [[File:tool-image.png|40px|bottom]] drawing mode only.''<br />
{{Note|Selecting the Image Tool will switch the drawing mode to Silkscreen, regardless of the current drawing mode.}}<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing Toolbar''', select the '''Image tool'''. An Open dialog box appears.<br />
#Select an image file, such as a custom logo, and click '''Open'''.}}<br />
{{Note|Colors are automatically adjusted to match stock Protocase silkscreen colors.}}<br />
<br />
==Measure distances==<br />
Use the '''Measure''' tool to determine the distance between two points on objects or anywhere on the face.<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Measure''' tool. [[File:tool-measure.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#On the '''Properties''' panel, do one of the following:<br />
#*Click '''Snap''' to force measurements from key points (corners and centres) on objects <br />
#*Click '''Free''' to allow measurements from any point<br />
#Click to place the start point.<br />
#Click to place the end point. The x, y, and total distances are displayed on the '''Properties''' panel.<br />
#Continue measuring distances and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br><br><br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-measure.png|600px|Measuring distance between objects]]<br />
<br />
'''See Also:'''<br />
*[[Using the Measure tool to specify both distance and alignment between objects]]<br />
*[[Using the Measure tool to move an object a specific distance from another object]]<br />
*[[Dimensions:_Displaying_measurements|Displaying measurements for review]]<br><br><br />
<br />
==Using the Grid==<br />
The grid is useful to help accurately place and align objects.<br />
<br />
===Turn on/off the Grid===<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*On the Standard toolbar, click Toggle Grid. [[File:button-togglegrid.png|bottom]]<br />
#*On the Grid menu, click Toggle Grid.<br />
#Repeat to toggle the state of the grid.}}<br />
{{Note|Snap to Grid option is automatically enabled when the grid is turned on.}}<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-cutout-grid.png|600px|thumb|centre|Grid on with 2 in width and height]]<br />
<br />
===Turn on/off Snap to Grid===<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*On the Standard toolbar, click Snap to Grid [[File:button-snapgrid.png|bottom]]<br />
#*On the Grid menu, click Snap to Grid.<br />
#Repeat to toggle the state of Snap to Grid.}}<br />
<br />
===Change Grid Size and Offset===<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*On the Standard toolbar, click Grid Size [[File:button-gridsize.png|bottom]]<br />
#*On the Grid menu, click Grid Size.<br><br>[[File:dialogbox-faceeditor-gridsize.png|thumb|centre|Grid Size Dialog Box]]<br><br />
#In the Grid Size dialog box, change any of the following values:<br />
#*'''Width''' -- horizontal distance between grid lines.<br />
#*'''Height''' -- vertical distance between grid lines.<br />
#*'''Offset Width''' -- horizontal offset of grid lines from default grid position.<br />
#*'''Offset Height''' -- vertical offset of grid lines from default grid position.<br />
#*'''Grid Opacity''' -- opacity of the grid lines. Move the slider to left for lighter lines or the right for darker lines.<br />
#*'''Save as Default Grid Size''' -- use the current grid size when editing all faces in the Face Editor Window.}}<br />
{{Note|If you change the Grid Size and do not check Save as Default Grid Size, the grid will revert back to the default size after closing the Face Editor, even if you re-open the same face.}}<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-cutout-gridoffset.png|600px|thumb|centre|Grid with 2 in width and height, 1 in Offset Width and Offset Height]]<br />
<br />
==Changing object properties==<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-propertiespane-circle-silkscreen.png|thumb|Properties Pane for circle silkscreen]]<br />
<br />
[[File:window-faceeditor-propertiespane-text-silkscreen.png|thumb|Properties Pane for text silkscreen]]<br />
<br />
===Fill===<br />
''Applies to silkscreen and construction objects including circles, ellipses, rectangles, and paths.''<br />
* Select the check box to fill in the object. The line thickness option is not available when the check box is selected.<br />
<br />
===Line Thickness===<br />
''Applies to silkscreen and construction objects including circles, ellipses, rectangles, paths, and lines.''<br />
''Also applies to lines of all object types.''<br />
* Select a value from the list below the '''Filled''' check box.<br />
<br />
===Color===<br />
''Applies to silkscreen objects including circles, ellipses, rectangles, paths, lines, and text.''<br />
* Select a color from the '''Color''' menu.<br />
* Refer to [http://www.protocase.com/products/mcf_silkscreen.php Stocked Silkscreening Colors] for a list of available colours.<br />
<br />
===Type===<br />
''Applies to all objects.''<br />
* Change the object type by selecting a different type from the list.<br />
* Object types include:<br />
:Cutout<br />
:Silkscreen<br />
:Exclusion<br />
:Construction<br />
<br />
===Origin===<br />
''Applies to all objects.''<br />
* Change the location of the X and Y origins with respect to the absolute coordinate system.<br />
* Enter a number and press the Tab key to accept.<br />
* The origin of an object is indicated by a red square.<br />
* [image]<br />
* The origin for each object is determined as follows:<br />
:'''Circles''' -- centre<br />
:'''Ellipses''' -- centre<br />
:'''Rectangles''' -- corner closes to the absolute origin<br />
:'''Text''' -- bottom left corner<br />
:'''Paths''' -- start point<br />
:'''Lines''' -- start point<br />
:'''Images''' -- bottom left corner<br />
<br />
===Size===<br />
''Applies to all objects (options displayed depend on object selected).''<br />
<br />
* All values use the default Display Units, unless otherwise specified. See Preferences [add link] to change the default Display Units.<br />
'''Circles'''<br />
* '''Radius, Diameter''' -- Changing one of these properties will automatically update the other. Diameter is twice the radius.<br />
'''Ellipses'''<br />
* '''RadiusX''' -- Radius along X-axis (defines horizontal length).<br />
* '''RadiusY''' -- Radius along Y-axis (defines vertical length).<br />
'''Rectangles'''<br />
* '''Width, Height''' -- Width and Height of the object.<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
'''Text'''<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
* '''Font''' -- Change the font to Arial, Courier, Garamond, Avant Garde, Times New Roman, Palatino, or Bookman.<br />
* '''Font Size''' -- Change the font size within the available range of 7–99.<br />
* '''Font Style''' -- Change the font style to Regular, Bold, Bold Italic, or Italic.<br />
* '''Text''' -- Change the text to appear on the face. Press the Tab key to accept.<br />
'''Path'''<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
'''Lines'''<br />
* '''Length''' -- Distance from origin to end point.<br />
'''Images'''<br />
* '''Width, Height''' -- Width and height of the object.<br />
* '''Rotation''' -- Angle with respect to origin in degrees. Positive value rotates object clockwise and negative value rotates object counter-clockwise<br />
<br />
=Adding cutouts=<br />
You can add a variety of built-in and custom cutouts to your enclosure. <br />
<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, point to a category and then click an item.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-DB9menu.png|600px|thumb|centre]]<br><br />
#Click on the face to place the built-in cutout.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-db9.png|600px|thumb|centre]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
{{Note|You can also open the Cutout Library window to perform tasks such as creating or editing cutouts. On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, click '''Cutout Library'''. See [[Cutout Library]] for further information.}}<br />
<br />
==Creating and adding brackets==<br />
You can create brackets with cutouts and other elements, save them to the Cutout and Fasteners Library, and add them to an enclosure. <br />
<br />
'''''To create a bracket'''''<br />
#Click '''New'''.<br />
#:The New Assembly from Template dialog opens, with Brackets listed. <br />
#:[[File:dialog-Brackets_NewAssemblyFromTemplate.jpg]]<br />
#Choose a bracket (for example, L bracket, U bracket), and edit any of its parameters ('''Width''', '''Depth''', '''Height''', etc.) as you wish.<br />
#:[[File:Dialog-Brackets-NewAssemblySPECS.jpg]]<br />
#Add elements (cutouts for mounting, standoffs, etc.) as necessary to each face. When done, click the '''Accept Changes''' button. <br />
#:The 3D View window opens.<br />
#Choose '''Create Subassembly''' from the '''Cutout Library Manager''' menu. <br />
#Select the face to be the mating (mounting) face. <br />
#:The New Library Item dialog opens. <br />
#:[[File:dialog-NewLibraryItem.png]]<br />
#Enter the:<br />
#:'''Name'''<br />
#:'''Origin Placement''' (optional) Select the point that is to be the origin for placement when adding the bracket to a face. (The red dot shows the current placement.) For example, if you choose the center point as the origin, then when you click a location on the enclosure face, the center of the bracket will be placed precisely where you click. Note that the x and y measurements in the Properties panel refer to this origin.<br />
#:'''Width''' (in inches)<br />
#:'''Height''' (in inches)<br />
#:'''Manufacturer''' (optional)<br />
#:'''Part Number''' (optional)<br />
#:'''Description''' (optional)<br />
#Click '''OK.'''<br />
#:You receive a message that the bracket has been added to your library, and it is listed in the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu.<br />
<br />
'''''To place a bracket on the enclosure'''''<br />
#Load the enclosure and select the face to which you will add the bracket.<br />
#In the Face Editor, make sure the correct '''Inside''' or '''Outside''' is selected for the bracket placement.<br />
#From the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, select the bracket that you will add to the enclosure.<br />
#:The footprint (outline) of the mating face is displayed, so that you can see how to place it. <br />
#Drag and drop the bracket to the desired location.<br />
<br />
=Adding hardware=<br />
You can easily add hardware on your enclosure to accommodate various components, such as self-clinching fasteners to mount a PCB or handles. Protocase uses common PEM® brand self-clinching fasteners.<br />
<br />
==Add self-clinching fasteners==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|35px|bottom]] to show the grid and automatically turn on snap to grid.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, click '''Place Self Clinching Fasteners'''.<br />
#From the Cutout Library, select the type of Self Clinching Fastener and its options.<br><br><br />
#:[[File:dialogbox-pem.png|Self-Clinching Fasteners Dialog Box]]<br><br><br />
#:'''Note:''' If you try to add a fastener on the enclosure and receive a message that it is not compatible with the material, then the material is either too thin for the fastener or else the material is stainless steel and the fastener is zinc-coated. (Zinc-coated fastener names end with "ZI" and will not show stainless in the material compatibility.) Its name will be struck out of the selection dialog, and if you continue with the incompatible design, you will receive a design check error when you estimate, order, or use the design check feature.<br />
#Click '''Place PEM''' and click the face to add the fasteners.<br />
#Continue adding fasteners and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br><br><br />
#:[[File:window-faceeditor-pem.png|600px|Placing Self-Clinching Fasteners]]<br><br><br />
#:[[File:window-main-pem.png|600px|Self-Clinching Fasteners on bottom face (cover hidden)]]<br><br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add mounting hardware==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]] and click a face to edit.<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Toggle Grid''' [[File:button-togglegrid.png|35px|bottom]] to show the grid and automatically turn on snap to grid.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, point to Hardware, then click a hardware item.<br />
#Continue adding mounting hardware and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-handles.png|600px|thumb|centre|Placing handles]]<br><br>[[File:window-main-ushape-handles.png|600px|thumb|centre|U-Shape enclosure with handles]]<br><br />
}}<br />
<br />
=Manipulating objects=<br />
==Select object(s)==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Edit''' tool. [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Do one of the following:<br />
#*To select a filled object, click anywhere on the object.<br />
#*To select an unfilled object, click the border of the object.<br />
#*To select multiple objects:<br />
#** click the first object, press and hold the Shift key, then click other objects;<br />
#**or click and drag a selection box over several objects<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-selection.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—selecting multiple objects by dragging a selection box]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Move object(s)==<br />
To move a single object:{{Procedure|<br />
#Select the object.<br />
#Click anywhere on the object and drag to the desired location.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
To move several objects:{{Procedure|<br />
#Select all the objects.<br />
#Press and hold the Shift key, then click any of the objects and drag to the desired location.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Align and distribute objects==<br />
You can arrange objects on a face using the Alignment and Distribute commands.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Select 2 or more objects. The Alignment and Distribute commands appear on the '''Properties''' panel.<br />
#On the '''Properties''' panel, click an alignment or distribute command.<br />
}}<br />
<br><br />
'''Alignment'''<br><br />
[[File:button-align-originvert.png]] Align Origins of Objects Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-align-top.png]] Align Tops of Objects<br><br />
[[File:button-align-centervert.png]] Align Centers of Objects Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-align-bottom.png]] Align Bottoms of Objects<br><br />
<br><br />
[[File:button-align-originhoriz.png]] Align Origins of Objects Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-align-left.png]] Align Left Sides of Objects<br><br />
[[File:button-align-centerhoriz.png]] Align Centers of Objects Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-align-right.png]] Align Right Sides of Objects<br><br />
<br><br />
'''''Notes:'''''<br />
*Objects align to first object selected<br />
*When using the selection marquee, objects align to the last object created.<br />
<br />
<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-ushape-align.png|600px|thumb|centre|Objects with bottoms aligned and centers distributed evenly]]<br><br />
<br />
'''Distribute'''<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-originvert.png]] Distribute Origins Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-spacevert.png]] Distribute Space Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-top.png]] Distribute Distance Between Tops<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-centervert.png]] Distribute Centers Vertically<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-bottom.png]] Distribute Bottoms of Objects<br><br />
<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-originhoriz.png]] Distribute Origins Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-spacehoriz.png]] Distribute Space Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-left.png]] Distribute Left Sides of Objects<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-centerhoriz.png]] Distribute Centers Horizontally<br><br />
[[File:button-distribute-right.png]] Distribute Right Side of Objects<br><br />
<br />
==Cut, Copy, and Paste objects==<br />
Use the Cut, Copy, and Paste commands to easily create multiple copies of objects.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Select one or more objects.<br />
#On the '''Edit''' menu, select '''Cut''', '''Copy''', or '''Paste'''. A copy of the object(s) will appear next to the cursor.<br />
#Click to place the object(s) on the face.<br />
#Continue placing object(s) on the face and select the '''Edit''' tool [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]] when you are done.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Undo and Redo actions==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Edit''' menu, select '''Undo''' or '''Redo'''.}}{{Note|You can Undo or Redo multiple times by repeatably selecting Undo or Redo.}}<br />
<br />
=Exporting and Importing Face Templates=<br />
==Exporting a face template==<br />
You can export a face to a .PGN image file for editing in a third-party graphics editor, and you can import the edited image back into the Face Editor. This feature is useful when reviewing designs, using in presentations, or adding silkscreen elements to a face.<br />
#Make sure the face you want to export is displayed in the Face Editor.<br />
#Select '''Silkscreen > Export silkscreen template'''. The Save dialog opens.<br />
#Enter a name for the image file and click '''Save'''. A properly scaled .PNG image of the face is created, complete with all cutouts.<br />
#*'''Note''' The exported image displays the cutout areas in the color pink (hexadecimal value FF9999). This is the one color you cannot use for your silkscreen ink, because Protocase Designer will always recognize this color as a cutout and never as a silkscreen requirement.<br />
<br />
==Adding silkscreening to a face using a graphics editor==<br />
You can add silkscreen elements to a face using a separate graphics editor (such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop) that can edit a .PNG file. For each face requiring silkscreening, you export the face with its cutouts, add the silkscreen elements to the image using your graphics editor, and import the revised image back into Protocase Designer. <br />
#First, follow the steps in '''[[#Exporting a face template]]'''. <br />
#Open the file with your graphics editor and add the images/text to be silkscreened, aligning them with their corresponding cutouts. <br />
#When done editing, save the file again in .PNG format.<br />
#In the Face Editor, select '''Silkscreen > Import silkscreen template''' and choose the .PNG file you just saved. The image with both cutouts and silkscreening is displayed in the Face Editor. <br />
#If you need to make additional changes, edit the .PNG file again in your graphics editor, and re-import it to the Face Editor. (You do not need to remove it from Protocase Designer first; it will be automatically replaced by the most recently imported file, as long as it has the same name.)<br />
'''See Also:''' [[#Adding silkscreening or direct digital printing]]<br />
<br />
==Importing a face template==<br />
#To import a PNG into the Face Editor, select '''Silkscreen > Import Silkscreen Template'''. The image is imported and displayed in the Face Editor.<br />
<br />
=Face Editor Preferences=<br />
You can change several parameters for controlling the Face Editor functionality.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
[[File:dialogbox-preferences.png|400px|thumb|centre|Preferences dialog box]]<br />
#On the '''Edit''' Menu, click '''Preferences'''.<br />
#In the '''Preferences''' dialog box, change any of the following values:<br />
#*'''Display Units'''—used for drawing/editing objects and measuring distances. On the '''Display Units''' menu, click '''INCHES''' or '''MM'''.<br />
#*'''Grid Size X, Grid Size Y'''—the horizontal and vertical space between grid lines. Type a number or click the up/down arrows to change the value in 0.1 increments.<br />
#*'''Precision Digits'''—the number of units displayed when drawing/editing objects and measuring distances. Type a number or click the up/down arrows to change the value in 0.1 increments.<br />
#*'''Grid Opacity'''—opacity of the grid lines. Move the slider to left for lighter lines or the right for darker lines.<br />
#*'''Allow Free Editing'''—Enable or disable the ability to move or change the size of objects directly on the face. Clear the check box to prevent accidentally moving or changing the size of objects.<br />
#*'''Prompt for Whether to Reject Bad Moves'''—Displays a warning if you move an object outside a face boundary or overlapping an exclusion zone. <br />
#*'''Reject Bad Moves'''—Prevents you from moving an object outside a face boundary or overlapping an exclusion zone. The object is automatically moved back to its original position.<br />
#*'''Never Show What’s New'''—Disables a dialog box at startup showing the new features of Protocase Designer®.<br />
#*'''Show What’s New for this version'''—Displays a dialog box at startup showing the new features for the current version of Protocase Designer®.}}</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Creating_an_enclosure_to_mount_a_PCB&diff=533Creating an enclosure to mount a PCB2014-03-10T13:20:40Z<p>Dronne: /* Determine mounting locations for components */</p>
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<div>One of the most common uses for Protocase Designer is to design a custom enclosure to mount a PCB and associated components.<br />
This tutorial will guide you through the process of creating a custom rackmount enclosure to mount a mini-ITX PCB using self-clinching fasteners, and create cutouts for the PCB, power supply, and fan.<br />
<br />
==Select components to mount in enclosure==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Source the components you want to mount in your enclosure<br>[[File:photo-mini-ITXPCB.png|250px|center|thumb|Mini-ITX PCB]][[File:photo-fan-60mm.png|100px|center|thumb|60mm Fan]][[File:photo-powersupply.png|200px|center|thumb|Power Supply]]<br><br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Determine mounting specifications for components==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Determine the mounting hole and cutout dimensions and locations for all the components.<br><br>[[File:sketch-powersupply-pcb.jpg|600px|thumb|center|Top view—Sketch of power supply and PCB mounting dimensions]]<br>[[File:sketch-powersupply-pcb-rear.jpg|600px|thumb|center|Rear view—Sketch of power supply and PCB mounting dimensions]]<br><br />
}}{{Note|Mounting dimensions are not needed for the 60mm fan since a built-in cutout for the fan will be used.<br />
}}{{Note|It is important to properly understand how to mount each component including any required clearances.<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Determine mounting locations for components==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Determine mounting location for all components<br />
#Determine cutout, mounting hole, and self-clinching fastener sizes to mount all components<br />
#Create a sketch of all required mounting dimensions.<br><br>[[File:sketch-mounting-dimensions.jpg|600px|thumb|center|Top view—Sketch of power supply and PCB mounting dimensions]]<br>[[File:sketch-mounting-dimensions-rear.jpg|600px|thumb|center|Rear view—Sketch of power supply and PCB mounting dimensions]]<br><br />
}}{{Note|Dimensions are always measured from the absolute origin shown on the OUTSIDE of the base of the enclosure (i.e. you must factor in the thickness of the enclosure)}}<br />
<br />
==Create enclosure from template==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#Open Protocase Designer and click '''New File''', or, if Protocase Designer is already open, click '''New''' in the '''File''' menu, <br />
#Click '''Rackmount Enclosures''', then click '''Rackmount'''.<br><br>[[File:window-newassembly-rackmount-color.png|500px|thumb|centre|New Assembly window]]<br><br />
#Enter a '''Depth''' of 15 (inches) and '''Height''' of 2 (U).<br />
#Select a color for each panel, as desired and then click '''OK'''.<br />
#Select 14 (.075) for all thicknesses.<br />
#On the '''View''' menu, click '''Show/Hide Parts'''.<br><br>[[File:dialogbox-showhideparts-rackmount.png|300px|thumb|centre|Show/Hide Parts dialog box]]<br><br />
#Click to clear the '''Cover''' check box. This will hide the cover, letting you view the inside of the enclosure.<br><br>[[File:window-main-rackmount-nocover.png|400px|thumb|centre|3D View window—rackmount enclosure with cover hidden]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add PCB and power supply cutouts to rear panel==<br />
This enclosure requires two rectangular cutouts on the rear panel to accommodate the mini-ITX PCB and power supply.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]], then click the rear face. The '''Face Editor''' window opens.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-rear.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor window—rackmount rear face]]<br><br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Rectangle''' tool. [[File:tool-rectangle.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Draw two rectangles at approximate mounting locations.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-rear-rectangles.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—rectangle cutouts on rackmount rear face]]<br><br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Circle''' tool. [[File:tool-circle.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Draw two circles on each side of the right rectangle.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-rear-circles.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—circle cutouts on rackmount rear face]]<br><br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Edit''' tool. [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Select each cutout and update the origin, width, and height as follows:<br />
#*PCB rectangle cutout (on left)<br />
#:Origin(X): 10<br />
#:Origin(Y): 0.375<br />
#:Width: 6.25<br />
#:Height: 1.75<br />
#*Power Supply rectangle cutout (on right)<br />
#:Origin(X): 1.5<br />
#:Origin(Y): 0.4<br />
#:Width: 3.2<br />
#:Height: 1.6<br />
#*Power Supply circle cutout 1<br />
#:Origin(X): 4.85<br />
#:Origin(Y): 1.2<br />
#:Diameter: 0.125<br />
#*Power Supply circle cutout 2<br />
#:Origin(X): 1.35<br />
#:Origin(Y): 1.2<br />
#:Diameter: 0.125<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-rear-circle-origin.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—updating circle origin]]<br><br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add built-in fan cutout to rear panel==<br />
Protocase Designer® offers a library of cutouts for common components including fans of various sizes.<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, point to '''Fans''', '''General''', then click '''60mm'''.<br />
#Click on the face to place the fan cutout at the approximate mounting location.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-rear-fan-placing.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor window—placing fan cutout]]<br><br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Edit''' tool. [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Select the fan cutout and update the origin as follows:<br />
#*Fan cutout<br />
#:Origin(X): 7.5<br />
#:Origin(Y): 1.5<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-rear-fan-origin.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor window—rack mount with rectangle cutouts and fan cutout]]<br><br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Accept & Close'''. [[File:button-acceptclose.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Add self-clinching fasteners to chassis==<br />
{{Procedure|<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Edit Face''' [[File:button-editface.png|40px|bottom]], then click the chassis (bottom) of the enclosure. The '''Face Editor''' window opens.<br />
#On the '''Standard''' toolbar, click '''Inside''' [[File:button-inside.png|60px|middle]] to change the view to the inside of the chassis.<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, click '''Place Self Clinching Fasteners'''.<br><br>[[File:dialogbox-pem-studs-440-500.png|300px|thumb|center|Self Clinching Fastener dialog box—selecting studs, 4-40 x .500" long]]<br />
#Select Studs, 4-40 x .500 long and click '''Place PEM'''.<br />
#Click on the face to place two studs at the approximate mounting location for the power supply.<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-chassis-studs.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—placing studs, 4-40 x .500" long]]<br />
#On the '''Cutout Library and Fasteners''' menu, click '''Place Self Clinching Fasteners'''.<br><br>[[File:dialogbox-pem-standoffs-440-375.png|300px|thumb|center|Self Clinching Fastener dialog box—selecting standoffs, 4-40 x .375" long]]<br />
#Select Standoffs, 4-40 x .375" long and click '''Place PEM'''.<br />
#Click on the face to place four standoffs at the approximate mounting location for the PCB (on the right).<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-chassis-standoffs.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor window—placing standoffs, 4-40 x .375" long]]<br />
#On the '''Drawing''' toolbar, select the '''Edit''' tool. [[File:tool-edit.png|40px|bottom]]<br />
#Select each standoff and stud and update their origins as follows:<br />
#*Stud 1<br />
#:Origin(X): 1.15<br />
#:Origin(Y): 6.675<br />
#*Stud 2<br />
#:Origin(X): 4.65<br />
#:Origin(Y): 6.675<br />
#*Standoff 1<br />
#:Origin(X): 9.4<br />
#:Origin(Y): 14<br />
#*Standoff 2<br />
#:Origin(X): 15.65<br />
#:Origin(Y): 14<br />
#*Standoff 3<br />
#:Origin(X): 9.4<br />
#:Origin(Y): 8<br />
#*Standoff 4<br />
#:Origin(X): 15.65<br />
#:Origin(Y): 8<br><br>[[File:window-faceeditor-rackmount-chassis-pems-origin.png|600px|thumb|center|Face Editor Window—studs and standoffs placed in proper locations]]<br />
#On the '''Drawing toolbar''', click '''Accept & Close'''. [[File:button-acceptclose.png|40px|bottom]]<br><br>[[File:window-main-rackmount-pems.png|600px|thumb|center|Main window—rack mount with studs and standoffs added]]<br />
}}<br />
You can now customize your enclosure further by adding additional cutouts, silkscreen, and hardware to the other faces and then request an instant quote.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=463Main Page2014-01-20T15:18:51Z<p>Dronne: /* Download */</p>
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===<span style="color:#5E7DD1">'''The fastest and easiest way to design, price and build custom electronics enclosures.'''</span>===<br />
*Free Downloadable 3D Enclosure Design Software<br />
*Fast and Easy Design<br />
*Instant Price Quotes<br />
*Buy Your Custom Enclosure Online With 2 - 3 Day Turnaround<br />
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====[[Introduction]]====<br />
A general overview of why Protocase Designer® will save you time and money when designing custom electronic enclosures.<br />
<br />
====[[Feature Overview]]====<br />
An overview of the main features of Protocase Designer®.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/download.php Download]====<br />
Download the latest Protocase Designer® software for free from the Protocase Designer website. Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X version are available.<br />
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====[[FAQ]]====<br />
Frequently asked questions on using Protocase Designer® and ordering your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://forum.protocase.com/ Forum]====<br />
A support forum for Protocase Designer® users to ask questions, share experiences, report bugs, and check enhancements. Protocase Designer® developers monitor and participate in the forum.<br />
<br />
====[[Release Notes]]====<br />
List of new features and bug fixes in each version of Protocase Designer®.<br />
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====[[Help:Contents| Wiki Editing Help]]====<br />
Help resources for viewing and editing the Protocase Designer Documentation wiki including wiki formatting, common terms, and editing guidelines.<br />
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==User Guide==<br />
====[[Quick Start]]====<br />
A quick introduction to using Protocase Designer to create, customize, and order your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[[Tutorials]]====<br />
Step-by-step tutorials showing how to design custom enclosures for common applications.<br />
<br />
====[[3D View Window]]====<br />
The main interface for viewing the 3D model of your enclosure; also for creating, opening, and saving files, as well as selecting the face you want to edit.<br />
<br />
====[[Face Editor|Face Editor Window]]====<br />
Using the Face Editor to add shapes for cutouts, silkscreens, exclusions, and construction lines as well as silkscreen text and images.<br />
<br />
====[[Cutout Library]]====<br />
Adding custom cutouts, standard fasteners, and mounting hardware from the Cutout Library.<br />
<br />
====[[Instant Quotes and Purchasing]]====<br />
Registering, requesting instant quotes, and purchasing your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocase.com/resources/index.php Technical Papers]====<br />
Resource material and technical papers from enclosure design to Protocase Designer basics.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=462Main Page2014-01-20T15:18:43Z<p>Dronne: /* Feature Overview */</p>
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*Free Downloadable 3D Enclosure Design Software<br />
*Fast and Easy Design<br />
*Instant Price Quotes<br />
*Buy Your Custom Enclosure Online With 2 - 3 Day Turnaround<br />
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==Overview==<br />
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====[[Introduction]]====<br />
A general overview of why Protocase Designer® will save you time and money when designing custom electronic enclosures.<br />
<br />
====[[Feature Overview]]====<br />
An overview of the main features of Protocase Designer®.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/download.php Download]====<br />
Download the latest Protocase Designer® software for free from the Protocase Designer website. Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X version are available.<br />
<br />
====[[FAQ]]====<br />
Frequently asked questions on using Protocase Designer® and ordering your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://forum.protocase.com/ Forum]====<br />
A support forum for Protocase Designer® users to ask questions, share experiences, report bugs, and check enhancements. Protocase Designer® developers monitor and participate in the forum.<br />
<br />
====[[Release Notes]]====<br />
List of new features and bug fixes in each version of Protocase Designer®.<br />
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====[[Help:Contents| Wiki Editing Help]]====<br />
Help resources for viewing and editing the Protocase Designer Documentation wiki including wiki formatting, common terms, and editing guidelines.<br />
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<br />
==User Guide==<br />
====[[Quick Start]]====<br />
A quick introduction to using Protocase Designer to create, customize, and order your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[[Tutorials]]====<br />
Step-by-step tutorials showing how to design custom enclosures for common applications.<br />
<br />
====[[3D View Window]]====<br />
The main interface for viewing the 3D model of your enclosure; also for creating, opening, and saving files, as well as selecting the face you want to edit.<br />
<br />
====[[Face Editor|Face Editor Window]]====<br />
Using the Face Editor to add shapes for cutouts, silkscreens, exclusions, and construction lines as well as silkscreen text and images.<br />
<br />
====[[Cutout Library]]====<br />
Adding custom cutouts, standard fasteners, and mounting hardware from the Cutout Library.<br />
<br />
====[[Instant Quotes and Purchasing]]====<br />
Registering, requesting instant quotes, and purchasing your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocase.com/resources/index.php Technical Papers]====<br />
Resource material and technical papers from enclosure design to Protocase Designer basics.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=461Main Page2014-01-20T15:18:31Z<p>Dronne: /* Introduction */</p>
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*Free Downloadable 3D Enclosure Design Software<br />
*Fast and Easy Design<br />
*Instant Price Quotes<br />
*Buy Your Custom Enclosure Online With 2 - 3 Day Turnaround<br />
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==Overview==<br />
<br />
====[[Introduction]]====<br />
A general overview of why Protocase Designer® will save you time and money when designing custom electronic enclosures.<br />
<br />
====[[Feature Overview]]====<br />
An overview of the main features of Protocase Designer®.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/download.php Download]====<br />
Download the latest Protocase Designer® software for free from the Protocase Designer website. Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X version are available.<br />
<br />
====[[FAQ]]====<br />
Frequently asked questions on using Protocase Designer® and ordering your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://forum.protocase.com/ Forum]====<br />
A support forum for Protocase Designer® users to ask questions, share experiences, report bugs, and check enhancements. Protocase Designer® developers monitor and participate in the forum.<br />
<br />
====[[Release Notes]]====<br />
List of new features and bug fixes in each version of Protocase Designer®.<br />
<br />
====[[Help:Contents| Wiki Editing Help]]====<br />
Help resources for viewing and editing the Protocase Designer Documentation wiki including wiki formatting, common terms, and editing guidelines.<br />
<br />
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| width="45%" valign="top" |<br />
<br />
==User Guide==<br />
====[[Quick Start]]====<br />
A quick introduction to using Protocase Designer to create, customize, and order your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[[Tutorials]]====<br />
Step-by-step tutorials showing how to design custom enclosures for common applications.<br />
<br />
====[[3D View Window]]====<br />
The main interface for viewing the 3D model of your enclosure; also for creating, opening, and saving files, as well as selecting the face you want to edit.<br />
<br />
====[[Face Editor|Face Editor Window]]====<br />
Using the Face Editor to add shapes for cutouts, silkscreens, exclusions, and construction lines as well as silkscreen text and images.<br />
<br />
====[[Cutout Library]]====<br />
Adding custom cutouts, standard fasteners, and mounting hardware from the Cutout Library.<br />
<br />
====[[Instant Quotes and Purchasing]]====<br />
Registering, requesting instant quotes, and purchasing your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocase.com/resources/index.php Technical Papers]====<br />
Resource material and technical papers from enclosure design to Protocase Designer basics.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=459Main Page2014-01-12T20:10:50Z<p>Dronne: /* Protocase Designer® Documentation */</p>
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===<span style="color:#5E7DD1">'''The fastest and easiest way to design, price and build custom electronics enclosures.'''</span>===<br />
*Free Downloadable 3D Enclosure Design Software<br />
*Fast and Easy Design<br />
*Instant Price Quotes<br />
*Buy Your Custom Enclosure Online With 2 - 3 Day Turnaround<br />
<br />
[[File:protocase-wiki-banner.png|650px|centre]]<br />
<br />
{| width="100%" |<br />
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==Overview==<br />
<br />
====[[Introduction]]====<br />
A general overview of why Protocase Designer® will save you time and money when designing custom electronic enclosures.<br />
<br />
====[[Feature Overview]]====<br />
An overview of the main features of Protocase Designer®.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocasedesigner.com/download.php Download]====<br />
Download the latest Protocase Designer® software for free from the Protocase Designer website. Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X version are available.<br />
<br />
====[[FAQ]]====<br />
Frequently asked questions on using Protocase Designer® and ordering your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://forum.protocase.com/ Forum]====<br />
A support forum for Protocase Designer® users to ask questions, share experiences, report bugs, and check enhancements. Protocase Designer® developers monitor and participate in the forum.<br />
<br />
====[[Release Notes]]====<br />
List of new features and bug fixes in each version of Protocase Designer®.<br />
<br />
====[[Help:Contents| Wiki Editing Help]]====<br />
Help resources for viewing and editing the Protocase Designer Documentation wiki including wiki formatting, common terms, and editing guidelines.<br />
<br />
| width="10%" valign="top" |<br />
| width="45%" valign="top" |<br />
<br />
==User Guide==<br />
====[[Quick Start]]====<br />
A quick introduction to using Protocase Designer to create, customize, and order your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[[Tutorials]]====<br />
Step-by-step tutorials showing how to design custom enclosures for common applications.<br />
<br />
====[[3D View Window]]====<br />
The main interface for viewing the 3D model of your enclosure; also for creating, opening, and saving files, as well as selecting the face you want to edit.<br />
<br />
====[[Face Editor|Face Editor Window]]====<br />
Using the Face Editor to add shapes for cutouts, silkscreens, exclusions, and construction lines as well as silkscreen text and images.<br />
<br />
====[[Cutout Library]]====<br />
Adding custom cutouts, standard fasteners, and mounting hardware from the Cutout Library.<br />
<br />
====[[Instant Quotes and Purchasing]]====<br />
Registering, requesting instant quotes, and purchasing your custom electronic enclosure.<br />
<br />
====[http://www.protocase.com/resources/index.php Technical Papers]====<br />
Resource material and technical papers from enclosure design to Protocase Designer basics.</div>Dronnehttps://www.protocasedesigner.com/wiki/index.php?title=Protocase_Designer_Version_4.4_Release_Notes&diff=434Protocase Designer Version 4.4 Release Notes2013-10-16T17:35:37Z<p>Dronne: </p>
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<div>= Expected Release Date =<br />
'''Beta: October 23'''<br />
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'''Final Release: November 7'''<br />
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= New Features =<br />
'''[[Dimensions: Displaying measurements]]'''<br />
<br />
'''[[Creating and adding brackets]]'''<br />
<br />
'''[[Adding countersinks and tapped holes]]'''<br />
<br />
'''[[Choosing a screw type]]'''<br />
<br />
'''[[Specifying direct digital printing or silkscreening]]'''<br />
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'''[[Adding and managing layers]]'''<br />
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= Improved Functionality =<br />
'''[[Units of Measure: Centimeters]]'''<br />
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