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Why do I get the message "This module is running in demonstration mode"?
This message generally indicates that the program has not properly detected the
security hardlock key.
Check to see that the security hardlock key is attached to a parallel port (LPT1
or LPT2).
If you are installing RoadEng (or Terrain Tools key versions) on Windows NT, 2000
or XP you may come up with the error message program is running in Demo Mode. This
is because the Rainbow Security Drivers have not been properly installed. To resolve
the problem.
1) Make sure you have System Administrator privileges.
2) Find and run the executable file RoadEng\Drivers\Win_NT\setupx86.exe 3)Choose
menu Function | Install Sentinel Driver.
4) Accept the default path when prompted "C:\RoadEng\Drivers\WIN_NT\I386".
This will install the drivers. When you restart RoadEng you should be in Full Function
Mode
You may sometimes get the message if a printer is attached to the security hardlock
key on the parallel port, and the printer is not turned on. Leave the printer turned
on or put the key on a different parallel port from the printer.
If you have purchased/leased a product which doesn't include all the modules, you
will get this message if you try to load the excluded sections of the program (For
example, the Terrain Tools product will run Location Design in demonstration mode).
You may have damaged your hardlock key by attaching an external zip drive or scanner
to the parallel port when your hardlock key was attached. If this is the case you
will require a new hardware key. (Don't panic, we won't charge you for a new licence).
Why are cut and fill slope errors occurring when I have gentle sidelopes?
This problem often results from a layer of overburden material (defined in the GND
field of the traverse notes) with very shallow cut and/or fill angles (defined in
the ground type table - Edit|Edit Ground types). The default template is usually
set up to use cut and fill slopes associated with the cut and fill materials; the
cut material is defined in the traverse and the default fill material is the layer
1 cut material.
To correct this problem, change the ground types in the traverse (Survey/Map module)
and re-open your location design, or change the fill material with Edit|Assign Fill
Types, or change the material properties with Edit|Edit Ground types.
Why are the grades I entered in the traverse document not appearing correctly in
the Profile window?
The most common cause of the problem is from incorrect traverse adjustment. If a
traverse is adjusted to fit between two tie points (perhaps on other traverses)
coordinates including elevations are adjusted. If the tie point elevations are incorrect
the grade of the traverse will also be incorrect.
To correct this problem, make sure all elevation information at tie points (absolute
coordinates) is accurate. Alternately open the traverse in the Survey/Map module
and use Coordinates|Remove Absolutes to undo the erroneous adjustments.
Why do I have azimuth errors appearing above my Section Window?
This indicates an L-line segment more than 60 degrees from the local P-Line. You
probably have multiple horizontal alignment points that are close together. Try
deleting one of the design points or separating them.
What does the message "Station xxx.xx turn> 90 deg. Horz alignment not supported
near this hub" mean?
There is a sharp bend in the P-Line at this station. For good results, Location
requires a P-Line that is a smooth approximation of the final L-Line (see azimuth
errors). To fix the problem, re-survey the problem area with less bend per station.
Can I join two designed roads together to make a new design?
No.
How do I show the average SSR and SSL instead of just the first shot?
With any window active select View | Window Options and press the General
Options button. Select the show average slope % option.
How do I change the font for the grid labels, the Profile Sub-Windows text and the
Section status text?
With any window active (except Mult-Plot) select View | Window Options, press
the General Options button and then the Default Font button. This button allows
you to change the default font for all windows.
Why is it important to generate reporting points at survey stations?
The most accurate ground information exists at surveyed stations. If some cross
sections are not included, variations in topography will be missed for volume and
other calculations. The program will automatically create reporting points when
you start a new Location design; be careful to put them back if you remove them
with the Edit|Auto Generate function.
How do I change my P-Line start station?
You change it in the Survey/Map Module with menu Edit|Survey Information (or just
type it in the first station field). If a design has already been started, close
the design, open the Survey/Map Module, make the change, save it and then re-open
the Location design.
What will happen if I make changes to my traverse after I have started a design?
If you delete/insert stations or change the length of a shot in the middle of the
traverse, you will have to re-design from that point onwards. All other modification
can be accommodated into an existing Location design: save the changes to the traverse
from the Survey /Map module and then re-open the Location design to see the effects
of the changes.
If you change the start station, the Location Design Module will prompt you to shift
the design.
If you delete the end of the traverse, you will be prompted to remove the L-Line
in the deleted section.
If you delete the beginning of the traverse you must also change the start station
to the value the first undeleted point. The Location Design Module will prompt you
to shift the design - respond NO; you will then be prompted to remove the L-Line
in the deleted segment, respond YES.
If you change culvert information there will be no effect on the design.
What are the two grey lines that move with my cursor when editing alignment in the
Profile window?
These lines are the grade guides, and they assist you in maintaining the Maximum
Grade, Minimum Grade, and Maximum Grade Break throughout the design process. The
limits for these values can be set in menu View|Profile Options: click on the "+"
button beside Grade Guides.
How do I change the font for my Data Window?
Print the Data Window on a Multi-Plot page, then the Data sub-view will use the
default font. (To change the default font: With any window active (except Mult-Plot)
select View | Window Options, press the General Options button and then the
Default Font button.)
Why do I keep getting extra reporting points in my design?
The Location module will automatically generate reporting points at places where
there is a change in template, fill material or site preparation. If reporting points
are deleted these will reappear automatically the next time you make an assignment
using these Edit|Assign functions.
Why can't I delete my creek crossing culverts?
Creek crossings can only be deleted by removing the creek from the associated traverse
file and then re-opening the location design.
When I change the diameter of my creek crossing culvert, why doesn't the change occur
in the traverse file?
The culvert size saved in the traverse file is the default size. Two (or more) designs
may exist for one traverse; each one could have different culvert sizes positions
etc. Thus culvert information is stored with the design and not the traverse. Of
course you can change the traverse creek parameters explicitly if you wish.
Why won't the program remove overburden to the depth I specified?
You can remove up to the depth of the first layer, no matter what the ground type
is. If you set the Max Depth of Overburden Removal to a number greater than depth
of the first layer, the program will remove only the first layer.
How do I export DXF information from the Location Module?
There are 2 methods of exporting information to DXF. The method you use depends
on your requirements.
1) To save a design as a 3 dimensional model use menu File|Save As, select AutoCad
Format (*.DXF) in the Save File As Type pull-down box. This method preserves coordinates.
Label formatting is not preserved.
2) To save the design windows for drafting purposes you can use menus File|Export
(Plan, Profile, Section or Multi-Plot) Drawing. This format of DXF outputs the drawing
in printer/plotter ('paper space') coordinates with no elevation information.
I find it difficult to position my plan and profile windows in Multi-Plot?
If you select either of these sub-views, you can scroll with Shift + arrow keys,
and rotate the Plan Sub-View with Ctrl+ arrow keys.
How can I override the cut/fill slopes of the ground type without changing them in
the Ground type Editor?
You can alter this by changing the Slopes left/right % Final from Auto to something
else in the Template Editor. Alternately you can change fill material (and therefore
slope) by using Edit|Asign Fill Types or you can change the GND field in the associated
traverse. (You must re-read your Location if you change the P-Line Traverse).
Can I exclude either the right or left ditch?
Yes. In the Template Editor you can exclude ditches by pressing the plus sign.
What is a Taper Template?
A taper template is a transition template between two different templates.
What is a Bridge Template?
A Bridge Template is a template that has no cuts or fills.
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