OLE Object / Xref / Binding

[jon]

I have an OLE Object (image) embedded into file (Drawing A).  I have referenced Drawing A into Drawing B.  I am unable to BIND the referenced Drawing A in Drawing B.  Is this because of the OLE Object?  Any workarounds?

Thanks

Jon

[pendean]

1) What does "unable" mean to us: is there a specific error message?
2) As a test, try a different DWG file to bind: did it work or fail?
3) Then try a copy of this DWG file without the OLE. What happens?

What all did you discover?

[tboehler]

Detach referenced "A".  Insert "A".

Maybe do a PURGE" between those commands.

[brian.k.smith]

@jon :

The quick answer is "yes, but":

• As noted here, it is possible to embed bitonal (black and white) images in DWG files through the use of AutoCAD Raster design.   Color or gray scale images are not supported.   
• As noted here, the maximum size of embedded images is around 1600x1200 pixels (a total of about 1,920,000 pixels).  

HTH,

-Brian

[RobDraw]

Remove the OLE to see if it will bind. If it works, insert the OLE into the base drawing in the appropriate place.

[brian.k.smith]

@jon :

My suggestion applies to linked images and not embedded OLE objects.   My bad.

-Brian