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Insert object in horizontal duct segment
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Example Suppose you want to insert a single object of this category in a horizontal duct segment. |
Workflow

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Heat Exchanger |
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Activate:
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Select the function in
The cursor moves the object.The information line shows: [Click Left] at segment=Position to insert

- Point to the position for installation in the ventilation duct. The ventilation duct appears as a marked object. DDScad displays the information about the duct segment and the current position.
- Click
. The dialog appears: Heat Exchanger

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Check the settings.
Insert centered
Example: Fan
Setting Effect The symbol is centered.
The symbol is passed to an end.
Rotation
Rotation of the object in degrees (°) around the central axis of the ventilation duct. A change in the value in the positive direction causes a rotation to the right (in the drawing direction of the ventilation duct).
Product
The product defines the appearance and behavior of the object. Select the appropriate product in the product database. You may need to search for it or create a new product.
Click .... The product database appears.
You have found the appropriate product
Select the desired entry by double clicking
. The product database is closed. The object dialog opens.
The product is difficult to find
Suppose the product database contains a wide selection and the product is hard to find. In this case, various functions can assist you in your search.
More
The product database is organized as a tree structure
and equipped with search fields
. You can also broaden or limit your search
.
Use search fields
The search fields act as filters that are linked by an AND relationship. DDScad limits the display of those products that contain the string entered in the corresponding data fields. You can narrow down the display even further by using another search field.
Extend and limit search
You can expand or limit the effect of the search fields as is required.
Show only used products
Setting Effect The product database limits the display to products that are used in the current project. The product database expands the display to all available products. Flat mode
Setting Effect The effect of the search fields applies to all branches of the tree structure. The effect of the search fields is valid only for the active branch of the tree structure. - Click OK. The object is part of the duct segment and the function remains active with the current settings. You can insert the object again at a different position.