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IMPROVED TRUSS EXPORT
Exporting Truss objects in R42 has been improved to include all cross members of the Truss model when exported to a DWG or DXF file.
POSITION TOOL
The new Position Tool is a compact, dockable window that displays the position of an object, and offers an easy way to change its position. Select one or many objects and move them in a couple clicks along the X, Y, Z directions, or enter an exact coordinate, bypassing the traditional Move command or need of the command line.
OBJECT REPRESENTATION CLEAN-UP
Everyone loves a clean drawing. In R42, the appearance of primitive objects, library items, custom library items or consolidated objects in wireframe views has been improved. The representation of these items are esthetically cleaned up, no longer displaying redundant internal mesh lines for certain objects in 2D views and isometric views. With this enhancement, objects look cleaner, CAD stays more organized and plots look more professional.
LED WALLS NOW INCLUDE A “DISPLAY AS SCREEN” OPTION
When your LED Walls push limits, there is a new “Display as Screen” option to display a pixelated LED Wall panel, like a Screen display, using the same dimensions and source of the LED Wall object. This simple toggle delivers improved performance without redrawing anything, and then makes it easy to switch back to the LED Wall representation by a simple checkbox click.
“CAST SHADOWS” ON A “PER OBJECT” LEVEL
A new property has been introduced in wysiwyg. The “Cast Shadows” property in an object’s appearance allows you to define if this object should or should not cast shadows when visualizing beams. Previously shadows could only be toggled on or off globally for all objects in a Shaded View, but with this new option, you have more control at a finer level by selecting which objects to calculate and display Shadows for in your shows.
LASER VISUALIZATION IMPROVEMENTS AND ENHANCEMENTS
Lasers in wysiwyg are getting better and better! Our laser visualization enhancements have given lasers a sharper beam profile and balanced their brightness between different laser beam types. As a result, less tweaks are required and visualization of all laser patterns is more realistic.
SHADED VIEW TOOLTIPS FOR FIXTURES
Like our Tooltips in Wireframe views, you can now set to display some fixture attributes when you hover over a fixture in the Shaded View.
SET CURRENT SCENE VIA KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS
It is now possible to change Scenes via the Numpad shortcuts. This allow for very quick changes, especially in customer-facing moments. Simply press CTRL + Numpad number.
NEW SHADED VIEW CAMERA CONTROL OPTION
The Camera Control System in wysiwyg is unique, and for some users it is very different than in other 3D applications they are used to. As a result, we have introduced an alternative Camera Control System which you can choose to use from Application Options > General tab. We all work differently, so now you can explore what is most comfortable for you.
ADDITIONAL FLOOR POSITION NAMES
Previously, Floor Fixtures all shared one Position Name. Now, Floor Fixtures can be organized with different Position Names for improved file management.
SHORTCUT BAR SEPARATOR
This one is for the neat freaks out there. It may seem like a small detail, but the new sub-divider separator created for the shortcuts panel will help you better organize your shortcuts and divide them into sub-groups by adding separators.
Behind the Scenes Development For Future Releases
64-BIT VERSION
It’s getting closer! The 64-bit project has been one of the biggest projects going on “behind the scenes” at CAST. We are continuously making progress, but we’ve got a bit more to go. While we don’t have a precise estimate for this major update, a 64-bit version keeps getting closer. Stay tuned!
CLOUD LICENSE
Another big project we’ve been working on is a new wysiwyg Cloud Licensing System, which will offer users a new security option. Choose the security option that you prefer, new Cloud or traditional Dongle. For some users who currently are faced with expensive shipping and duty fees, the Cloud license will be an attractive option.
POSITION TOOL
The new Position Tool is a compact, dockable window that displays the position of an object, and offers an easy way to change its position. Select one or many objects and move them in a couple clicks along the X, Y, Z directions, or enter an exact coordinate, bypassing the traditional Move command or need of the command line.
OBJECT REPRESENTATION CLEAN-UP
Everyone loves a clean drawing. In R42, when you explode, consolidate mesh, or add a custom object to the library, these items are esthetically cleaned up, no longer displaying redundant internal mesh lines for objects in 2D views. With this new feature, objects look cleaner, CAD stays more organized and plots look more professional.
SHORTCUT BAR SEPARATOR
This one is for the neat freaks out there. It may seem like a small detail, but the new sub-divider separator created for the shortcuts panel will help you better organize your shortcuts and divide them into sub-groups by adding separators.
SET CURRENT SCENE VIA KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS
It is now possible to change Scenes via the Numpad shortcuts. This allow for very quick changes, especially in customer-facing moments. Simply press CTRL + Numpad number.
SHADED VIEW TOOLTIPS FOR FIXTURES
Like our Tooltips in Wireframe views, you can now set to display some fixture attributes when you hover over a fixture in the Shaded View.
LASER VISUALIZATION IMPROVEMENTS AND ENHANCEMENTS
Lasers in wysiwyg are getting better and better! Our laser visualization improvements and enhancements have made our beams more realistic. The intensity has been calibrated so even with shade view’s exposure being low, our lasers no longer show “filler lines”. A veritable “what you see is what you get”.
ADDITIONAL FLOOR POSITION NAMES
Previously, Floor Fixtures all shared one Position Name. Now, Floor Fixtures can be organized with different Position Names for improved file management.
“CAST SHADOWS” ON A “PER OBJECT” LEVEL
A new property has been introduced in wysiwyg. The “Cast Shadows” property in an object’s appearance allows you to define if this object should or should not cast shadows when visualizing beams. Previously shadows could only be toggled on or off globally for all objects in a Shaded View, but with this new option, you have more control at a finer level by selecting which objects to calculate and display Shadows for in your shows.
LED WALLS NOW INCLUDE A “DISPLAY AS SCREEN” OPTION
When your LED Walls push limits, there is a new “Display as Screen” option to display a pixelated LED Wall panel, like a Screen display, using the same dimensions and source of the LED Wall object. This simple toggle delivers improved performance without redrawing anything, and then makes it easy to switch back to the LED Wall representation by a simple checkbox click.
NEW SHADED VIEW CAMERA CONTROL OPTION
The Camera Control System in wysiwyg is unique, and for some users, it is very different than in other 3D applications they are used to. As a result, we have introduced an alternative Camera Control System which you can choose to use from Application Options > General tab. We all work differently, so now you can explore what is most comfortable for you.
Behind the Scenes Development For Future Releases
64-BIT VERSION
It’s getting closer! The 64-bit project has been one of the biggest projects going on “behind the scenes” at CAST. We are continuously making progress, but we’ve got a bit to go. While we don’t have a precise estimate for this major update, a 64-bit version will be very soon.
CLOUD LICENSE
Another big project we’ve been working on is a new wysiwyg Cloud Licensing System, which will offer users a new security option. Choose the security option that you prefer, new Cloud or traditional Dongle. For some users who currently are faced with expensive shipping and duty fees, the Cloud license will be an attractive option.
