Sigma - How to Open a Document from a Sigma Graphic or Object

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Issue

Users need to access related documents directly from a Sigma graphic or object within the Sigma system.

Product Line

Satchwell BAS & Sigma

Environment

Satchwell Sigma

Cause

The site requires quick access to documentation associated with specific Sigma objects or graphics for operational or troubleshooting purposes.

Resolution

To enable document access from a Sigma graphic or object using Pop-up Menus and Commands, follow these steps:

1. Configure Pop-up Command in Sigma System Manager

1. Open Sigma System Manager (SSM).

2. Navigate to:
   System Setup → General → Pop-up Menus Commands.

3. Click New to create a new command.

4. Assign an appropriate Name to the command (e.g., View Controller Info).

   

5. Highlight System Information and configure the command as follows:

   • Command Line:

     C:\Sigma\Data\System Information\Controller {Unc No}.txt
     

   • Note:

     • Replace {Unc No} by highlighting the Controller number format field and selecting "Select".
     • Ensure the folder C:\Sigma\Data\System Information\ exists.
     • Place the relevant text files in this folder. File names must follow the format:

       Controller xxx.txt
       

       where xxx is the correct controller number.

   • Tip:
     While the configuration example below opens the file in Windows Notepad, you can configure it to open with other programs if needed.

     

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2. Create a New Pop-up Menu

1. In SSM, go to Pop-up Menus and click New.
2. Assign a suitable Menu ID and Name.

   

3. Add the previously created command to this menu.

   

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3. Assign the Pop-up Menu to a Sigma Object or Graphic

1. Select the desired Object or Graphic Reference.
2. Set the Menu ID to the one created in the previous step.

   

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Testing the Configuration

1. Right-click on the Sigma object.
2. Select the newly created menu.

   

3. The associated document (e.g., Controller 001.txt) should open in Notepad or the configured application.