Command
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
ATOPEN_DEVICE_EDITOR |
Launch the Master Template Editor application |
Ribbon: FireCAD > Edit > Launch Project Device Editor
Prerequisites
- A FireCAD project must be open
- The Master Template Editor application must be installed
Overview
The ATOPEN_DEVICE_EDITOR command launches the Master Template Editor as a separate application. The Master Template Editor is a standalone tool for creating and editing device definitions, circuit templates, and block configurations in the project database.
Steps
- Type
ATOPEN_DEVICE_EDITORin the AutoCAD command line - The Master Template Editor opens in a new window
- The editor automatically connects to your project's database
- Make your changes in the editor
- Close the editor when finished — changes are saved to the database
What the Master Template Editor Provides
The Master Template Editor is a full-featured database management application for:
- Device definitions — Part numbers, descriptions, electrical properties
- Circuit templates — Circuit types, wire configurations, current limits
- Block configurations — Associate AutoCAD blocks with device definitions
- Assembly configurations — Multi-component device assemblies
Important Notes
- The editor runs as a separate application — it is not embedded in AutoCAD
- Changes made in the editor are written directly to the project database
- After making changes, return to AutoCAD and run
ATREFRESH_LABELSorATUPDATE_PROJECTto see the effects in your drawings - The editor connects using your local SQL Server LocalDB instance
Tips
- Use the Master Template Editor for detailed database work that goes beyond what the Project Parts Update dialog offers
- The editor must be installed separately — check your FireCAD installation for the Master Template Editor component
- If the editor fails to launch, verify the installation path in the Windows registry
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