... topic: 2402 Problems adding stored templates posted: 10 Feb 2014 16:26 from: wcampbell23 HELP! I created several turnout templates and stored them in individual box files. I started a new project and then attempted to add the stored templates as additional templates. I also attempted to add the stored templates as library templates. The first template loaded appears OK in the storage box which then looks like this: 54_101119_050000000.png The "add library" button is then clicked and a second file selected and opened- as I understand the current documentation, this should add it to the storage box and the list of library templates. The storage box then looks like this: 54_101121_140000000.png So, second template appears- BUT- the first template has gone! The same problem occurs when the "add file" option is used. I have tried this several times with Templot being quit and restarted so there is no left over from the previous attempt or other templates loaded. Is this a problem with Templot's file handling or have I missed something obvious? Any assistance ...

... to a useful place on your PC. To have it show as the TDV icon, right click on the TDV EXE file and select "Properties", then "Change Icon" and browse to the C:TEMPLOT_DEV folder and double click the red icon. Click OK twice and there you have it, the Templot TDV with a red hard hat! It will probably also be useful for normal desktop use to have the two versions with different coloured icons. Regards Alan Attachment: attach_1071_1505_TDV_Icon.zip 199 Last edited on 21 May 2011 10:03 by Alan McMillan posted: 20 May 2011 22:42 from: Martin Wynne Hi Alan, Many thanks for that. I would like to add it to the actual TDV program file. Is that ok? regards, Martin. posted: 21 May 2011 09:25 from: Alan McMillan Hi Martin You can add it to the program itself without any problems, and I have reposted the ZIP file with a new icon on my original message. The first icon was derived from a PNG capture but I ...

... topic: 3389 Adding background maps posted: 23 Feb 2019 10:16 from: Hayfield I always have difficulty in enlarging a background shape getting it to the correct size, and an having the same issue now The plan is an OS 5 feet to the mile 1-1076? and have a couple of questions, but I have no idea if the plan has been enlarged The first question is, are the two lines the rails or the sleeper/timber widths? As this is the only item where the size is known, as there are no grid lines or a scale line to act as a reference Help please posted: 23 Feb 2019 11:28 from: Martin Wynne Hi John, The two lines on the map are the rails. Bear in mind that they are to scale gauge, so if you are designing for 00 gauge they will be a bit wider than your model rails. When working with maps in Templot, the very first thing to do is to set your scale. It's no good trying to change from ...

... topic: 3499 output elements- new settings and print preview posted: 10 Sep 2019 20:51 from: Paul Boyd Hi Martin, I seem to be finding my way back to Templot again! There's a couple of features that would be quite nice to have, if they're not already there somewhere:- When printing the background templates, any platforms with a solid infill obliterate any text, such as timber numbering or "blunt nose" etc. Could it be arranged so that the platform is always underneath any text? Hatching partially solves this, but even so, the text then becomes chopped up. The other one, which I'm sure is an option somewhere, is to not show the template number on the output, so just "A11" instead of "PL172.A11". Cheers, Paul Last edited on 10 Sep 2019 20:51 by Paul Boyd posted: 12 Sep 2019 19:08 from: Martin Wynne Paul Boyd wrote: Hi Martin, I seem to be finding my way back to Templot again! There's a couple ...

... and make sure it works before you build anything else (speaking from my past (bad) experience)- picture below! Good Luck! Howard Attachment: attach_1096_1527_Crianlarich_HB_2 .box 264 posted: 5 Jun 2011 09:24 from: JFS JFS wrote: (speaking from my past (bad) experience)- picture below! 1129_050419_400000000.jpg Every thing on this layout worked fine EXCEPT the three way in the far distance and the double slip- now I am always wary of such things! Best wishes, Howard posted: 5 Jun 2011 10:03 from: wcampbell23 Hi Neil Did Crianlarich really have a double slip at the junction? All the photos and drawings I recall show a scissors crossing type arrangement. There is a good signalling diagram here: http://www.signalbox.org/diagrams.php?id=154 Also an aerial photograph of the current layout (much simplified to two turnouts toe to toe) here: http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/777672 May I suggest considering changing your viewpoint so that the west side of the station is on the inside ...

... posted: 1 Jan 2014 13:19 from: Michael Woolford Hi Martin, I've done this before on RMweb! I'm modelling in EM gauge. Thanks. Michael Last edited on 1 Jan 2014 13:20 by Michael Woolford posted: 1 Jan 2014 13:23 from: Paul Boyd How fortuitous! I happen to have that C&L template for EM gauge, so given that it's not the best of weather today I'll give it a go. Watch this space... posted: 1 Jan 2014 15:10 from: Paul Boyd Right then, here it is There are a few points to note:- My paper template isn't printed with great accuracy, although it's an original from C&L. There's probably a good chance that if you print off the Templot file, it won't overlay exactly your C&L template. However, I chose to keep the diamond crossing angle at 1:4.5 rather than make it fit my copy of the paper template. The centre V-crossings work better at 1:7.5, ...

... FB-109, BS-110A and BS-113A sections, the dimension you want is 4.1/8" (4.125"), as shown below. Another handy trick is to print a duplicate template on tracing paper (use an ink-jet printer, one sheet at a time). You can then lay this on the rail tops during construction, to check and confirm the alignments. (If expense is no object, you can print on OHP transparency sheets.) regards, Martin. outer_fb_rail_foot.png posted: 10 Jun 2009 20:11 from: MikeTrice Thanks for this. I am guessing the vast majority of users are more interested in bullhead rail, which kind of keeps flatbottom support shunted down the priority list. I hadn't appreciated the issues relating to the rail being canted at 1 in 20 as I don't tend to try and recreate it in model form, so full marks for trying to get it right. Another option, which others might like to comment on, is the possibility of doing an interim release featuring the rail ...

... AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO EXERCISE ANY RIGHT UNDER DISTANCE SELLING LEGISLATION TO CANCEL YOUR ORDER. BEFORE ORDERING PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT TEMPLOT WILL MEET YOUR NEEDS BY REFERRING TO THE DETAILS DISPLAYED ON THE TEMPLOT WEB SITE. IF YOU ARE NOT COMPLETELY SURE WHETHER OR NOT TO PROCEED I RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT PROCEED. Also, please note that the option to buy Templot by post is now withdrawn. Online via PayPal only please. I would just add that the price of Templot has now remained unchanged for over 10 years. regards, Martin. posted: 14 Jun 2011 09:40 from: mike47j Have you checked that is OK? I suspect it's not, and that DSR will still apply. I think the most you can do is to reduced the default period of 28 days down to 7 days and only if its clearly stated on your site. Also by having such a term in your contract there is a risk that the whole contract becomes worthless. Mike Johnson posted: 14 Jun 2011 11:22 from: Martin ...

... & background (INSERT key, or top orange tool-button). 6. delete the other switch to the control. 7. put the peg on CTRL-0. 8. click geometry> invert curving menu item. 9. click tools> make slip road menu item. Adjust it to fit as before. (p.s. instead of 5 and 6, in Templot2 you can click make the control on the second switch which will do 5 for you). regards, Martin. posted: 14 Apr 2013 10:25 from: Charles Orr Thank you Martin. I've done what you said (I think) but the result still looks a little strange. I've attached the second attempt. I wonder what has gone wrong this time? Retirement beckons in July and I then intend to start building the magnum opus I have been planning for the last 10 years. I will then be able to dedicate much more time to Templot, which is clearly necessary, so you can expect many more posts from me. Best regards Charles Attachment ...

... a simple example of what I mean. (Deliberately so there is no easy drop in curve) I have say 2 shed roads which are fixed, lengthen one of the roads and insert a turnout. What is the best way to now link the other road to the turnout? To date I have had to put plain track on either end of the gap and then fiddle around with length and radius until they meet neatly: I presume there is a better way? Attachment: attach_2865_3474_linking_question .box 161 posted: 3 Aug 2019 10:28 from: Tom Allen i'm a pretty new beginner myself so i doubt my answer is correct. I would create a "branch track" and "curve" it into position to intersect the road, then adjust both tracks to meet with the "length" command. Attachment: attach_2868_3474_linking_question _1.box 137 Last edited on posted: 3 Aug 2019 10:42 by Tom Allen 3 Aug 2019 10:42 from: Tom Allen here's the result Attachment: attach_2869_3474_linking_question _2.box 140 Last edited on 3 Aug 2019 10:42 ...