Panel diagrams are the backbone of
seamless installations for system integrators and audiovisual installers; with
ConnectCAD's Panel Builder workflow, you can streamline the creation of panel
diagrams, enabling precise documentation of cable connections and equipment
layouts. This workflow ensures accuracy during installation and facilitates
efficient troubleshooting and maintenance post-deployment.
From large-scale AV installations to
intricate system integrations, ConnectCAD's Panel Builder workflow elevates the
efficiency and precision of panel diagram creation —enhancing the overall
success of your projects.
Video
Entertainment
8m
Intermediate
Learning Objectives
Create panels from your
Schematic using the Create Panel View command.
Build your Panels first,
then create Schematic Devices.
Layout rooms and rack planning updates in Vectorworks 2024 open new planning and design possibilities for your A/V workflows.
This webinar, hosted by Jesse Cogdell, European entertainment product specialist, will explore how your new workflow will function, and how you can leverage the latest features in ConnectCAD in Vectorworks 2024.
Video
Entertainment
28m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Discover how ConnectCAD offers a more consistent workflow for your rack and panel planning.
Understand the improvements to 3D rack support and how 3D layouts
make planning multi-floor projects easier.
Learn about new equipment
rack options and the Equipment Item tool.
With nearly a decade of experience in production and 15 years in IT and networking, Geoff Franklin brings a unique blend of skills to his work for Church of the Highlands. In this webinar, discover how Franklin uses structured Vectorworks Spotlight files to create memorable moments that enrich the worship experience.
Video
Entertainment
37m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Understand
the value that structure template files in Vectorworks Spotlight can add to
your House of Worship productions.
Witness the
value of Project Sharing when collaborating across multiple departments.
Learn how Franklin keeps his Vectorworks files
across multiple projects.
Design faster with the new unified 3D Rack workflow. In the latest version, you'll be able to quickly design and edit equipment racks in 3D, which will automatically create the required 2D objects. You'll lessen your workload while still creating the views you need all through a more user-friendly interface.
Video
Entertainment
3m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Learn about the new 3D Rack workflow in ConnectCAD 2024.
Gone are the days of relying on third-party applications and printed paperwork to view project data. With the new Share Reports command, you'll be able to upload design data to Vectorworks Cloud Services as a configurable worksheet so it can be viewed in a web browser on any device to effortlessly keep your project partners and install team up to date.
Video
Entertainment
4m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Learn about the new Reports Share feature in ConnectCAD 2024.
Streamline your change management processes with updates to Cable Editing Tools. Built on the recent Cable Route Planning improvements, you can easily select different cable route options for various main and backup signals. This update brings you new options in the "edit cabling" dialog menu, giving you visual indicators of all available cable routes along with discerning information like diameter, total length, and more.
Video
Entertainment
2m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Learn about the new Cable Route selection capabilities, introduced in Vectorworks 2023 Service Pack 4.
Significant workflow improvements to ConnectCAD in Vectorworks 2023 include more intuitive class structuring and assignment, the ability to specify device locations in a schematic layout for more automated equipment lists, the ability to add project devices to the database, and more intelligent choice list generation. Each improvement will make it easier to find what you need and quickly generate accurate documentation.
Video
Entertainment
4m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Learn about the new ConnectCAD updates in Vectorworks 2023.
Updates to the ConnectCAD Cable tool are designed to provide a faster and more accurate way to create cable riser diagrams and reports. The new ability to generate cable riser diagrams will allow you to produce documentation familiar to electrical contractors, so you can get faster responses to on-site changes and quickly evaluate costs.
Video
Entertainment
5m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Learn about the new ConnectCAD Riser Diagrams in Vectorworks 2023.
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Familiarize yourself with the basic tools and concepts of the ConnectCAD module. In this seminar, you will understand the basics of creating a schematic drawing; including devices, sockets, and circuits. Input data into your devices and create 3D equipment items both inside and out of a rack. This seminar is beginner level for this module and is primarily for an introduction to the basic concepts and workflow within ConnectCAD.
Video
Entertainment
1h 1m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Understand the basic concept of creating devices and connecting them to create basic schematic diagrams.
Understand the connection between the 2D schematic and the 3D equipment items.
Understand how the 3D equipment items a represented both within and out of equipment racks.
COFFEE BREAK - WHAT'S NEW IN CONNECTCAD 2024 UPDATE 4
ConnectCAD
stands as an indispensable tool for systems integrators, serving as the
backbone of seamless integration projects. With its intuitive interface
and robust functionalities, ConnectCAD empowers integrators to plan and
execute complex systems meticulously and with unparalleled precision.
Join us as we delve into the advantages and triumphs of Update 4 for
Vectorworks 2024. Discover the enhanced capabilities of Schematic Tools,
the newfound flexibility in renumbering ConnectCAD items, and the
transformative changes to Layout tools, promising a significant boost in
workflow speed and connectivity.
Video
Entertainment
16m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Explore the changes to the Schematic Tools in the ConnectCAD workspace
Demonstrate the improvements to the Layout Tools and the ability to add Linked Symbols to Devices
Join Matt Artigues (Entertainment industry Specialist) as he discusses the new 3D Rack Workflow. In the latest version, you can quickly design and edit equipment racks in 3D, and required 2D objects will be created automatically. You'll lessen your workload while creating the views you need, all through a more user-friendly interface.
Video
Entertainment
45m
Intermediate
Learning Objectives
Explore the new 3D Rack workflow in Vectorworks 2024.
This Sample file is based off an imaginary
Hotel Conference Wing with eight breakout rooms
and one IT closet. This file was created in Vectorworks 2024.
All Saved Views are categorized to section parts of the model for ease
of navigation. The Model is scaled 1:1, but other Design Layers are NTS.
There is also a Practice Area to train yourself on the basic ConnectCAD tools.