Eta-Post uses 30 different colors to distinguish parts in the model. This function enables the user to modify the default setting for any part color. The program displays the COLOR MAP control window, as shown in Figure 4.7.1

Figure 4.7.1  Color Map Control window

The user may select any color to modify by clicking on a color block in the color palette. The program will display a change part color control window, as shown in Figure 4.7.2

Figure 4.7.2  Part Color Control window

The procedure for changing Part Color is the same as in Change Material Color that has been described in section 4.7.

1.       COLOR SCHEME (30 default colors)

This function is used to switch color scheme. The user may select color scheme by clicking the pull-down menu below. There are three types of color scheme: Style-User Defined, Style-ETA and Style-LSTC. Default style is Style- User Defined.

2.       SAVE

This function is used to save the Color Scheme. After clicking a color block and selecting the desired color in the displayed color control window, the user can click the SAVE button to save the altered color to CONFIG file.