Command
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
ATSET_PANEL_NAME |
Open the Panel Name Editor for a selected assembly device |
Ribbon: FireCAD > Circuits > Set Device Name
Prerequisites
- A FireCAD project must be open
- An assembly device (panel or power supply) must be selected
Overview
The Panel Name Editor is a simple dialog for setting the device name (panel name) on an assembly device. The panel name is used as the prefix for all circuits originating from the device.
Layout
A compact window (351 x 185 pixels) with a single input field:
- An instruction label explaining the purpose
- A Device Name text field
- Apply and Cancel buttons
Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Device Name | The name to assign to the device, used as the circuit prefix |
Example
Setting the device name to "FA-1" means circuits from this panel will be named:
- FA-1:L1 SLC
- FA-1:L2 NAC
- etc.
Buttons
| Button | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply | Save the panel name and close |
| Cancel | Close without saving |
Steps
- Select a panel or power supply device in the drawing
- Type
ATSET_PANEL_NAMEin the AutoCAD command line - Enter the desired device name
- Click Apply
Tips
- The panel name is stored as the "PNL" entity property
- This is a quick alternative to using the full Entity Properties Editor when you only need to set the panel name
- The text field receives focus automatically when the dialog opens
Related Commands
-
Device Properties Palette —
ATPROPERTIES -
Entity Properties Dialog —
ATSET_ENTITY_PROPERTIES
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