Calculations Taking Too LongFriday, June 16th, 2023Several factors influence how long photometrics calculations take, from the area size to the number of fixtures and solids. This article explains each and suggests how you can reduce the calculation time. |
Where to Find IES FilesWednesday, February 22nd, 2023Design Master does not provide IES files for use in projects. They are provided by the light fixture manufacturer. |
Training Recording: New Photometrics 1.2 FeaturesWednesday, November 9th, 2022This training video shows you the new features introduced and improvements made in Design Master Photometrics 1.2. |
Metric Units in DM PhotometricsWednesday, October 12th, 2022Design Master Photometrics uses Imperial units by default, but can easily be modified to use metric units instead. |
Light Fixture Tilt, Arm Length, and ElevationMonday, March 22nd, 2021The Tilt, Arm Length, and Elevation fields can be used to adjust how light distribution from IES files is displayed relative to the light fixture block. |
Base Units and Photometrics CalculationsTuesday, November 19th, 2019If your photometrics calculations appear too condensed or spread out, or the calculation takes a long time to complete, you may have your base units set incorrectly. |
Light Fixture Cutoffs and ShieldsThursday, August 29th, 2019Design Master does not have a way to configure light fixture cutoffs and shields, but you can approximate them using the Insert Solid commands. |
Photometrics Customization Folder LocationThursday, March 28th, 2019Use the Installation Settings command to see where your customization folder is located. |
Incorrect Light Distribution from Light FixturesTuesday, March 5th, 2019Odd light distributions can be caused by differences between the light fixture block and the IES file. |
How to Reload Missing Photometrics Ribbons and Pulldown MenusThursday, January 31st, 2019Here are commands you can enter at the command line to reload ribbon and pulldown menu tabs for Design Master Photometrics. |
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