Garreth

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  1. Hi All not sure why but I can't seem to get the elevation or 3d camera view to show shadow.

    (In vector mode)

    Have played around with shadow toolbar toggle turning on and off but no visual changes.

    Checked north point and shadow angle on.

    not sure what is going on here,

    any thoughts

  2. Hi All just wondering if anyone is experiencing the same issue with Chief as we are.

    Is Chief Architect going to consider developing a networkable , multi user format for those of us who have more than two employees and endeavouring to manage large projects over various disciplines..

    Our office works on medium to large commercial projects where files are constantly being modified and worked on 6 months or more in duration and on various elements of the same model.

    Because the files are linked between details , wet area layouts elevations and floor plan etc etc, our productivity is limited to one user on the file at any one time.

     

    thanks in advance

     

    Garreth

  3. Hi all anyone experiencing an issue when opening an older plan version.

    I have downloaded cheif x10 beta and checked a few things so all good whilst also keeping the x8 version.

    Also tried to keep everything separate , new jobs in x10 and old jobs in x8 etc.

     

    It just so happens that when trying to open older x8 file a window pops up requesting permission to upgrade x8 to newer version (x8).

    I have gone thru process of choosing no  on one occassion and then choosing yes on another but with no success.

    Attached screenshots describe situation.

     

    My problem now is that i have an x8 file that i want to open in x8 but cant.

     

    Any thoughts.

    Do i have to remove x10beta off system??

     

    Or is there some low level tweak.

    I could then just convert x8 file to x10 beta but don't want to as our computers are not upto spec for hardware requirements...

     

    Any advice appreciated.

     

    thanks

  4. Hi All.

    Just downloaded x10 Beta.

    Easy download and transfer which was great.

    However I am noticing a slight delay or response on actuating a camera or elevation.

    Thought it might have been the plan but drew a wall then shot a camera....nothing happens then cursor shows its thinking then activates the view.

    Also noticed lag between functionsie library drop ins and wall specification mods.

    Are there some tweaks or tips to reduce this lag in default settings.

    Note there are no lights in plans backdrops etc just vector view settings.

     

    Would appreciate if the solution maybe simple settings tweak and I do appreciate the computer I use is not a dedicated graphics machine however I would need to seriously justify upgrading.

     

    thanks in advance.

  5. Hi all has anyone looked into or purchased the new HP Z book x2.

    I was interested in the surface book with performance base earlier in the year but came across this offering from HP.

    Pricey yes but depending on your workflow which includes the multiple functionality desktop / laptop / tablet with ability to hand sketch / mark up pdfs and import / share without interruption is key for me.

    The return from efficiencies in time and mobility would be realised immediately.

     

    thoughts appreciated..

     

  6. Hi all, any ideas why sometimes my camera does not switch to the view.

    Screen hangs at the floor plan, everything else functions opening closing etc but cannot get access to the view.

    This can also occur when clicking on the layout elevation from a previous plan.

    I suspect this is a graphics issue but uncertain.

    This does not right itself when closing chief X8 I have to reboot the computer!!

     

    Any thoughts.....

     

    I am using a DELL Latitude E6540

    Intel i7 - 4610M CPU @ 3.00GHz

    16gb RAM

    64 bit Windows 7 OS

     

    thanks Garreth

  7. Hi all experiencing a diminished print quality when printing to pdf

    I use adobe acrobat pro version 9.

    The elevations pattern lines differ in colur scale ie black to grey when reviewing the print on screen.

    Also the text appears to be affected as well.

    It looks like an image which is pixelated.

    All views are consistent with the process of plot lines sent to layout etc.

    Please see attached pdf.

    When you zoom in you can see the difference.

    Any ideas.

    I checked the graphics card and its driver was updated ~2015 .

     

    thanks

    Tara Homes-Layout draft 11-09-16 ed 2.pdf

  8. Garreth,

     

    I don't have your CAD data to examine, but I suspect that Chief IS importing the LAYER properties correctly. It is also importing the ENTITY properties correctly; it just so happens that the entities (in your case a contour line) have been defined within the originating CAD program with attributes that do not conform to their native layer defaults. So within the CAD Data the "_Contour" layer may be Color "Blue" and Style "Dashed" (for example), but the contour line itself is Color "Red" and Style "Continuous". Here's the relevant Import Drawing Assistant dialog box page:

     

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    Note that the checked option reads "Import all layer attributes into the current layer set." You can also choose to not import the layer attributes. Neither choice addresses the actual CAD entities (lines and such). If you want to be able to manipulate CAD entities during the import process (for instance, changing all entities to have the attributes of their assigned layer), then you can post the request in the Suggestion Forum.

    Thanks Robert.

    Will have to investigate further.

  9. No image file attached.

     

    It's very possible that individual entities (lines, polylines, text, etc.) within the original CAD data have attributes that are defined differently than the defaults of the layer to which they are assigned. I suspect this is the case, and that Chief is importing the contour lines correctly, but that the contour lines have been defined by the originating CAD program as having attributes (color, style, etc.) that are different than the layer's default settings. 

     

    Hi Robert interesting?? I would have thought chief by allowing you to import the cad line entities would of had that that covered when asking if you want the particular layer attributes imported into the project.

    I am still left asking why give this option??

     

    Garreth

  10. Hi all when I import a cad survey I tick all relevant boxes including keep line definitions and layer settings, however when clicking on a line ie survey contour line and opening the dialogue box it shows the line style definition unticked under layer colour style, the only one ticked is weight.

     

    This is problematic in that when selecting certain elements of the survey for hiding or editing , you have to single out each item the layer settings become superfluous and it means additional time editing. 

     

    Is there a solution for this.

    I have attached an image file which shows the query.

     

    thanks in advance :wacko:

     

     

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  11. Great topic.

     

    I would like to know what the 5 year plan is from the Head Office with regards to the broadening user base.

    Chief is fantastic for the single user - but we have plans on expanding from 3 users to maybe 5.

    Our office is currently 3 users with 3 separate licences.

    The particular project worked on has to be allocated to that user - no jumping in and out of the same project from other users. 

    So its essential to communicate who's working on what and divide up the work into separate files which is not the intention behind chief but its a workaround, so that detailing is separate to the model and so forth.

    The type of projects we work on range in size and scope but essentially the work is made of additions/ renovations, new homes, unit developments, small commercial and office fitouts.

     

    Other issues besides networking is the BIM resourcing.

    Graphisoft and Autodesk are leading the charge.

    Where does Chief Architect see itself next year?, in 5 years? , I am sure that there would be opportunity for CA to upscale the multi user software interface for those companies that want to drive the product further given the small to medium size of the firm.

    If you take a look at what the market is demanding its about accessibility, ease of use, multi device, universiality.

     

     

    In terms of computers, our office budgets for new computers every 3-4 years, followed by the 'joy' of reloading typical software items and the necessary re tuning.

    At the moment all licences are running same ie X5 (but due for the transition to X7).

     

    I would be curious to find out how many user's have more than one current licence for their practice.

     

    Garreth

  12. Hi all, just trying to find out if there is a way in plan view of showing flexible duct for air con.

    Most air con consultants use some cad polyline with a lisp routine that converts it so it looks like a slinky...any thoughts.

    Otherwise I will just use a polyline.

     

    thanks

    Garreth

  13. Good afternoon chiefers,

     

    question regarding sending an elevation view to layout in chief X5.

     

    Presently I send elevation views to layout and get a black and white view ...ok

     

    However I like to distinguish between the building outline and the wall patterns.

     

    So to do this ...after sending  the view to layout I have to adjust the pattern line default colour to grey by opening the layout box specification.

     

    What I would like to know if there is a default that I can change which automatically adjusts the pattern line colour to the desired colour in this instance grey when I send elevation views to layout.

     

    thanks

    Garreth

    Babic Shed Layout.layout

    Babic Shed.plan

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  14. thanks guys here is another view.... might help...

    note this is the back of cabinet knee space etc for stool.... so the actual drawers etc around the other side.

    checked module lines - were turned off.

     

    thanks

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  15. Sorry folks the image did not attach....

    here is what I am talking about..

    in elevation view... I could overlay a poly solid maybe ... just thought there maybe something  I am missing.

     

    thanks

     

     

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  16. Good evening all,

    In chief 6 how do you go about creating a seamless look to the back of a kitchen island bench when it is made up of a series of floor mounted cabinets.

    In vector view there is a line showing the join where cabinets butt up to one another.

     

    thanks in advance.

     

    Garreth