The default number of hits PC-DMIS generates on a linear feature is a system option. To change this value, access the Setup Options dialog box (Edit | Preferences | Setup), and then click the General tab. Type the new default value in the Auto Line Hits edit box.
PC-DMIS can automatically generate hits for lines and planes. To do this:
PC-DMIS must be in Program mode.
Move the pointer close to the line.
Click the left mouse button.
Follow these rules for measuring linear features:
PC-DMIS generates equally spaced hits along the length of the line at the current probe depth. (See "Setup Options: General Tab" in the "Setting Your Preferences" chapter for setting the number of hits for lines.)
The cursor must be placed on the side of the line where the hits are to be taken.
To automatically program planes, at least two sets of hits at different probe depths must be taken.