Setting Layers - HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 User Manual

Data Transfer from CAD Files | CAD import (option 42)

Setting layers

CAD files usually contain several layers. The designer uses these
layers to create groups of various types of elements, e.g. the
actual workpiece contour, dimensions, auxiliary and design lines,
shadings, and texts.
Hiding unneeded layers makes the graphics easier to read and
facilitates the extraction of the required information.
Operating notes:
The CAD file to be processed must contain at
least one layer. Elements not assigned to a layer
are automatically moved by the control to the
anonymous layer.
You can even select a contour if the designer has
saved the lines on different layers.
Select the mode for the layer settings
In the List View window the control shows all
layers contained in the active CAD file
Hide a layer: Select the layer with the left mouse
button, and click its check box to hide it
Alternatively, use the space key
Show a layer: Select the layer with the left
mouse button, and click its check box to show it
Alternatively, use the space key
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