HPGL engraving

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	Insert > HPGL engraving	H

The HPGL engraving function enables you to have a freely designed contour engraved on the front panel. A file in HPGL format (Hewlett Packard Graphics Language; file extension .plt) is required for this.

Function properties

Parameters	Description
HPGL file	Select the desired HPGL file from the suggestion list or read it in from your storage location.
Pen assignment	When creating an HPGL file, each line must be assigned to a “pen.” In this dialog, you now assign an in-fill color and a tool from the assigned drop-down lists to each of the pens.
Reference point	You have the following options for choosing the reference point: A corner point or the center of the engraving’s rectangular outline The HPGL file’s origin A cross contained in the HPGL file. This cross must consist of a vertical and a horizontal line, each approx. 5 mm long (“plus sign”). It must be occupied by a separate pen, and only one cross is permitted per pen. By default, the cross specified as a reference point will not be printed.
Rotation angle	Rotation angle of the HPGL file around its reference point.
Scaling	Here, you can change the size of the engraving’s appearance. The current size is displayed at the bottom of the preview. Note: Especially with filled surfaces, scaling only leads to good results to a limited extent since the distance between the cutter paths is not adjusted, but rather is only scaled. This can lead to gaps in the engraving image, for instance, when it is enlarged.
Mirror	Mirrors the HPGL contour on the vertical axis via its reference point
Place on reverse side	Check the box next to this option if the engraving should be made on the reverse side of the panel. Please note that the appearance of the engraving element on the reverse side will be mirrored, and if necessary, check the box next to Mirror. In Front Panel Designer, the front panel will always be depicted in the frontal view.
Cut after surface finishing	Only for powder-coated panels. Check the box next to this option if the engraving is to be made after powder-coating. For more information, see Subsequently milling elements.
Do not produce element	When the box next to this option checked, the element appears in the file for informational purposes only, but will not be produced. For more information, see Non-produced elements.
Print/In-fill	Here, you determine whether the engraving in question is to be printed or in-filled. The global setting from the front panel’s properties dialog is used by default.