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... suggestions about this at different times. This then required some further changes to remove the word "control" elsewhere: The "control" menu has been renamed the "main" menu. The "control room" window has been renamed the "program panel". "Portrait" printing has been renamed "end-run". "Landscape" printing has been renamed "side-run". There are some notes about these meanings at print> page orientation/origin>? orientation- help menu item. In addition the "drawing pad" has been renamed the "workpad", to make clear that Templot is not a CAD-style drawing program. There is a new HTML-based viewer for the internal Help notes. At present the content is largely unchanged, but it will now be possible to include diagrams and screenshots in the notes in future. The printed output from the Help viewer is now much improved also. There is a new option to match the template length when using the align functions. tools> align options ...
... topic: 2419 I wish it would... posted: 10 Mar 2014 22:09 from: pointo1d Hiya Martin, Whilst attempting to plan a fiddle yard, I realised that I was repeatedly performing a similar operation and posited that it could have been somewhat simpler if there was an additional option on the 'geometry'-> 'peg positions' dialogue to move the peg over the notch- which is greyed out unless and until, the notch is within the bounds of the control template. I had a look round the other menus, but either couldn't find it or didn't realise the wording represented what I wanted to achieve. TIA, Best rgds, Dave P posted: 11 Mar 2014 02:50 from: Martin Wynne Hi Dave, I'm afraid you have lost me. Can you explain in more detail or post a screenshot showing what you are trying to do? The geometry> notch> shift onto notch menu item is never greyed out. You can always shift the peg on the control template onto the notch -- but ...
... difficult to find, and a lot of it is now out of date. I am working to create a new updated Templot Companion web site, but it is a major task and will take time. You can see how it is progressing at: http://templot.com/companion/ In the meantime here below is a run through the present state of play. The new updated version of the Templot Companion will eventually revise and combine all these pages into a single web site. Until then please remember to use these additional links below. You may find some things don't match what you are seeing on the screen. That's where the Templot Club user forum comes in to answer your questions. This is a friendly support forum and web site for Templot users to ask questions, exchange information, ideas, and data files, and to keep up to date with the latest Templot news. Please join to get the most from Templot. Templot Club is at: http://85a.co.uk/forum 1. First there is the original Templot Companion ...
... first, it creates a normal colour pdf. This is what most other programs do. There is no workaround for this at present, but I will add an override to ignore the reported printer capabilities and just send it regardless. In the meantime, there are several alternatives to pdf995 which work in colour without problems. The free trial of pdfFactory is fully functional with no time limit, if you don't mind a logo overprint on each page: http://www.fineprint.com/products/pdffactory/ Likewise Win2PDF, which prints additional pages in the free trial mode: http://www.win2pdf.com/products/win2pdf.htm I tested several of these PDF generators a few years ago and came to the conclusion that Win2PDF produced the best match to Templot's native print output. But that was then -- no doubt they have all upgraded since then, and also we now have the excellent Foxit Reader as an alternative to Adobe for printing PDF files. The most important point is to remember to set page scaling to "None" when printing templates from PDF. ...
... Hazard Statement Code(s )Pictograms, Signal Word Code(s )Skin Corr. 1BH314 GHS05 Dgr Skin Corr. 1B; H314: C 25% Eye Irrit. 2; H319: 10% C< 25% Skin Irrit. 2; H315: 10% C< 25% Note B Danger GHS05.png As you can see any concentration of acid <= 10% needs the skin irritation warning. The bottle I have also has the flammable symbol, which indicates it also contains a flammable liquid. Retail sales require additional work, child-proof closure and tactile labels but there is no derogation for small quantities. The solution to this sort of problem is either to obtain a correct written statement of the formulation, usually in the form of a safety data sheet which should be,made available free of charge to any one using a hazardous chemical in the course of their work. This must declare all the classified ingredients; or to have a suitable chemical analysis carried out. Only with this will the composition be apparent, needless to say ...
... topic: 753 Pug progress report posted: 6 Mar 2009 01:21 from: Martin Wynne Dear all, It's now over 12 months since pug 091c was released, so I thought a progress report on the next pug wouldn't go amiss. In fact it will now be the next pug but one, because I have committed to producing an interim pug as soon as possible with some basic user preferences saving. The main changes in the next full pug will be to the output options. In addition to the previous printed output there will be three new options: 1. output to PDF files, up to large sizes suitable for wide-format roll printing. 2. output to raster image files (GIF, PNG, BMP formats). 3. output to pages on the Templot Sketchbook. In addition any output can be in "diagram mode" or the existing "template mode". Diagram mode is a simplified output suitable for published track plans, signal box diagrams, control panels, and similar. None of these functions is yet ...
... topic: 454 Mac computer guidelines posted: 11 Jun 2008 19:50 from: Martin Wynne Dear all, Recently I have received several enquiries from intending Templot users asking about using Templot on a Mac computer. Typically they want to know whether it is or isn't possible, on which Mac versions, with which OS, additional software, etc., and lots of other Mac-speak which goes over my head. I know, because you've told me, that Templot runs fine on the latest Intel-based Macs. But as to which Mac versions and model numbers that refers to, what extra is needed or comes ready installed, how much it costs, and where you put the oil in, I haven't the faintest idea. So if one of you who is a Mac-using Temploteer would be willing to write a simple beginner's guide to getting Templot working on a Mac, to which I can refer folks, I would be very grateful. i.e. assuming you have just taken your first Mac out of its box and switched ...
... . I would add that despite having this functionality working in my development version, I hardly ever use it myself. Perhaps all the defaults match my personal preferences? regards, Martin. posted: 14 May 2011 19:00 from: JFS Many thanks for your reply Martin, and yes, I read that quite carefully at the time, but I think I am suggesting a mechanism to make better use of the facility which it offers, And it is not too easy to explain! What I am envisaging is, an ADDITIONAL "project" file which would be a superset of the prefs file and would include the .box and bgs etc files (by reference). and each time you saved your "Project" a new .box, .bgs AND prefs file would be created reflecting exactly the state of play at that moment. And I am particularly thinking of colour scheme, pad (including label positions etc), Generator, and print settings. The consequence of this would be that there would be a large number of different prefs files, each ...
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... won't introduce a new debate about Macs v PC's here, as Martin will soon find his Forum awash with conflicting opinions, none of which will relate to Templot! Hi Roger, Cynric, John, No problem, but if it's not Templot-specific, please start a new Mac topic in the "Off track" forum. Many thanks for the information about Macs. Just to clarify -- can you now run Templot on a Mac straight out of the box, or do you need to buy/download/fit additional software/Windows/hardware first? If so, what is the typical extra cost on top of the Mac? There are some hardware settings in Templot, and I would be interested to know how they affect cpu-usage, cpu-temperature, battery-life, fan-activity, etc., on a Mac? On the control room/ program panel window, click the program> expert> cpu usage> menu options. There are some help notes to explain the options. Is there any difference in ...
... have been overtaken subsequently by many new features and functions. But it still contains more information in one place than anywhere else: 2_031328_430000000.png It's here: http://templot.com/martweb/templot_gs.htm 2. A few years after that, I started creating the Camtasia downloadable videos. They are also mostly out of date. There is a partial list of them on this page: 2_031328_430000001.png It's here: http://templot.com/martweb/video_list.htm 3. As the old versions developed I created two long pages explaining all the additional features introduced. Those pages contain masses of information which has never been linked in anywhere else: 2_031328_430000002.png Find them here: http://templot.com/martweb/pug_info.htm 4. Separately from all that, the Templot program itself has always contained some lengthy Help notes on the various functions and settings. But none of that is integrated with any of the above, apart from some instructions to "click the Help button". Which may or may not help, because a great many of those buttons and links still do ...
... manipulated (using F5 or F9) within a very tightly defined range of crossing angles. This does however, bring up the problem of, how do I flag up, or indicate to the general user, about the limitations of the adjustment to the crossing angles that can be made to that particular template. I am not sure that just putting a note at the bottom of the template data information popup screen, will be adequate enough, as like me, I very rarely look to se if there are any manually crafted additional notes at the bottom on the information popup, I do, in almost every instance however, look at the data therein to see if things are adjusting correctly, it really needs some notification that will hit the user in the face, either before use or whilst using the template. I look forward to the next update of the TDV and in particular the changes you have mentioned, you've got me intrigued. p.s. Many thanks for compiling the excellent table of LNWR crossing data. If only such a table were available ...
... for each step, so it is fairly obvious to correct. Here is how to find the information in a typical URL: maps.nls.uk/geo/explore/#zoom=18&lat=51.9959&lon=-2.1498&layers=6 &b =3 p.s. 2^zoom means 2zoom i.e. 2 raised to the power zoom regards, Martin. posted: 7 Aug 2017 03:45 from: Martin Wynne Another update. The directly-loaded tiled maps are great. They can be extended by adding additional rows and columns of tiles to almost any size, with little impact on panning and zooming performance. But the map which many users will want is the NLS 25-inch historic map of the whole country, which is the smallest scale which can really be used for track planning with any hope of replicating prototype turnout sizes and actual positions of pointwork. That's still a work-in-progress at NLS -- so far they have done about half of the many thousands of sheets needed for England& Wales. Which ...
... contradict me, I think I have it fairly accurate now and certainly good enough to represent Whitby. Thanks again for everyone's ideas. posted: 18 Oct 2014 09:14 from: Hayfield Derek You will find Peter very helpful at C&L. As you will be working in P4 and seem to want to do a proper job I would use Exactoscale products. Firstly as the chairs are newer and there for a bit crisper, but mainly because they have the special chairs. (check rail, common crossing,(additional) switch chairs, bridge chairs, obtuse and slip chairs. As for timbers/sleepers I again would go for Exactoscale, either the newer laser cut Ply 0.9 mm or 1.6 mm or in plastic the Exactoscale 1.6 mm timbers, with these plastic ones you not only get more sleepers(62) but the longer ones are much longer at 86 mm, these are perfect for long timbers in crossings and can add up to 14 extra sleepers. Do keep away from the thinner plastic sleepers, as they tend to curl ...
... , etc- all to scale, so I can check that everything fits and the necessary compromises look reasonable. Trackwork cannot be designed in isolation from the environment and infrastructure and it would have been very arduous to continually export track plans into Autocad, add buildings, find it did not fit or look right, go back to Templot for modification.... Hi Arthur, I'm glad you wrote that. I did feel that many users would find sketchboard useful in many different ways, and that it would be a worthwhile addition to Templot. I've been rather taken aback by some of the negative comments. All feedback gratefully received of course, but I wonder if everyone has fully explored the possibilities there. Every indexed item should have O(ld), or v2 against it, so we can all see whether the information has been updated, or whether it is likely to have some details which may not match the current version of Templot. That's a brilliant idea, and so blindingly obvious now that you've said it. I have in fact ...
... curve? edit: Notes removed as now redundant -- see the new dummy vehicle function below. regards, Martin. posted: 19 Feb 2012 12:24 from: Ian Allen Hi, taking your original question, I have purposely set the track centres on a new plan at 90mm in O gauge because of the issues you have highlighted. IIRC the Gauge O Guild standard is 82mm, so I have allowed for any clearance issues. There is one section though where the track centres have been moved out to 100mm for additional clearance due to the curvature(6' 1" minimum)and gradient profile. Using Martin's formula, and hoping my calculator and I worked this out correctly, track centre increase should be just over 2mm for a scale 6' radius curve. However on the current SR7mm layout there is one section where the track centres are 85mm and BR MkI coaches have been known to "catch" each other when passing. This will be rectified in due course. Ian Last edited on 19 Feb 2012 12:26 by Ian ...
... pointing the correct way(s )) The 'surgery' is invisible and result is perfect gauging. posted: 27 Jan 2012 09:51 from: Stephen Freeman Hi, I have put some images of standard tiebars in my gallery Firstly a type mainly for 7mm scale though it will work for 4mm too. The method for double slips would be to extend the wire to the other tiebar. 142_270435_100000000.jpg 142_020821_520000000.jpg Secondly a type for either 4mm or 7mm scale. For double slips/multi-gauge etc the tiebar is extended with additional fixings 142_270435_100000001.jpg For central operation a wire loop can be attached. In all cases it's invariably easier and safer to apply the soldering iron to the point blade and let the solder run, otherwise you risk unsoldering the tiebar assembly. It's not too difficult to re-adjust re-solder if you do manage to do this though. PeterD wrote: Thank you Stephen. Check rail chairs. I had thought about using partial chairs for the check rails but thought that opening out the gap from 0.8mm to 1mm by filing the ...
... 43 from: Hayfield David Thanks, I have been working with the Exactoscale range of special chairs for some time and have always thought that these would look so much better in 7 mm scale. As far a P chairs are concerned 7 mm is better off than 4 mm as they are available in both 4 and 2 bolt versions along with bridge chairs as I guess you are very well aware. Like the look of the the crossing chairs and bolt detail, your thread seems to stop last year. are there any new additions planned for the range please Thanks John posted: 3 Jun 2014 20:22 from: David R Hayfield wrote:... are there any new additions planned for the range please Thanks John See my previous post for future additions to range. Regards, Dave posted: 3 Jun 2014 21:21 from: Hayfield Dave sorry was looking at your previous threads. One thing I have found with the check rails when using the 0.8 mm chairs for either EM or 00sf is to cut them in two and use a ...
... big rod for my own back with the multiple formats for the Templot Companion. At present we have: 1. An online version in the responsive web format. This was intended to be better suited to mobile devices, but I can't say I found it easy to use on them, especially the clunky format for the A-Z Index. 2. An embedded version in Templot itself in EWriter format, with content updated from the server every time Templot starts up. When it works I like it, and it provides additional interactive program functions not possible on the web version. But there are problems with the zoom settings and window size on different monitors. It can be very frustrating to get it just right for system you are using. 3. A simplified basic interactive viewer in the program which can't be updated between program versions, mainly for Linux/CrossOver/Wine systems which don't support the EWriter format. On top of that we have the internal Help notes in the program with PHP redirection options which have never yet gone anywhere, and ...
... the history of this location? regards, Martin. posted: 3 Feb 2008 04:05 from: BeamEnds My 2p would be, going by the date, that the line to [insert location of choice] has been closed by that nice Mr. Beeching, and, looking at the state of the track alongside the engine, engineering work is planned in the not too distant future that will allow the redundant diamonds (are there a coupe of slips in there too?) to be removed during routine work without an additional extra occupation. Remember in those days closing the line was avoided at all costs, rather than at the drop of a hat as it seems to be these days! Cheers Richard posted: 3 Feb 2008 05:10 from: John Lewis BeamEnds wrote: My 2p would be, going by the date, that the line to [insert location of choice] has been closed by that nice Mr. Beeching, and, looking at the state of the track alongside the engine, engineering work is planned in the not ...
... topic: 2575 Admin: addition to Terms of Use posted: 17 Nov 2014 22:11 from: Martin Wynne I have updated the Terms of Use for Templot2 to include: 12. You understand and agree that Templot2 software will install on your computer BB FlashBack Micro Player software from Blueberry Software Ltd. This term should have been included in the installer for the current version of Templot2 (211a) -- sorry it was omitted. This is the video player for the FBR files. If you do not agree to have the player installed on your computer, please uninstall Templot2. The full Terms of Use for Templot2 can be seen at: http://templot.com/companion/index.html?terms_of_use.htm regards, Martin. Parts of Templot Club may not function unless you enable JavaScript (also called Active Scripting) in your browser. Templot Club> Forums> Templot talk> Admin: addition to Terms of Use about Templot Club Templot Companion- User Guide- A-Z Index Templot Explained for beginners Please click: important information for new members ...
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