Location Tab

The Location tab stores general and specific information about the location of the node. There are a few fields at the top of the tab to store general location information. Below those fields is the Field Ties grid, which enables users to add specific instructions and measurements for the exact location of the node. The grid is especially useful for locating underground assets. Finally, there are several more fields at the bottom of the tab that store GIS/GPS information.

Field	Special Function
GIS SubType	This field is automatically completed if the module is linked to a GIS feature class and the GIS subtypes are set up in the geodatabase.

Field Ties Grid

The Field Ties grid allows users to enter specific information or steps to help people locate the asset in the future.

A sample of the grid appears below. Sort records in the grid by clicking on the headings. An up or down arrow (highlighted in orange below) indicates whether data appear in ascending or descending order.

Right-click in the grid to add a record.
Right-click on an existing record for options to View Record, Add Record, Edit Record, or Delete Record.
Double-click on an existing record to open it.

How To Create a Field Tie Record

Right-click in the grid and select Add Record. The following popup will appear:
Enter a Sequence number. This is required and must be unique in the current nodes Field Ties grid.
Enter a step into the Field tie text field.
Save and close the record. The text will appear in the Field Ties grid.

Repeat these procedures for any further steps.