Each organization using the software requires customized reference data such as rules, catalog items, and symbols to meet the organization's exact needs. Customized rules control how and when the catalog items and symbols are used in the model.
Before working with civil reference data, you must familiarize yourself with the way that the software handles reference data in general. If you have not already done so, read and understand the following important concepts and procedures described in the Reference Data Guide, 2D Symbols User's Guide, and 2D Symbols Reference Data Guide.
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Reference data types
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Using Excel workbooks to configure reference data
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Using the bulkload modes
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Creating 2D symbols using the 2D Symbols utility
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Creating a graphical preview using a symbol icon bitmap file
This reference data guide describes the example civil reference data delivered with the software.