Re: Scripting synchronization options
Look for attribute SynchronizeParams. It's bitmask, where 0x04 is "existing only". Check also this FAQ to learn how to work with configuration for scripting tasks.
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It is unset by default. If you have turned it on from GUI, turn it off there. You cannot change it from the script.