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How do I save Measure-X contours for later analysis in Measure-Fit?

You may do this by performing the following:
1.      Create a new program in Measure-X.
2.      Select the units you wish to work with. These units should be the same as the nominal DXF file later used in Measure-Fit.

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3.Perform a manual alignment using the focus target and any of the tools located in the "Targets" tool bar.

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4.From the "Tools" tool bar select the "Edge Trace" icon. Now from the "Measurements" tool bar select "Measure Contour".

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5. Use the "back light" control to set up rear illumination at approximately 45%.

6. Inside of the "Contour Measurement" dialog, set a spacing value and then indicate a "Start"

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and "End" point for you contour. Select the "Trace" button to execute the contour.

7. Once the contour has been executed, select the "OK" button to create this step in your program.

8. Save your program and then select the "Measure Fit" tab to have Measure-X automatically send the data for analysis.

9. If you wish to have a copy of the contour saved in a file,then you only need to place a check next to the "Data Stream" option in Step 6, Measure-X will then prompt you for a file name and path to save the contour. This "Dat" file may then be imported into Measure Fit.