HelioScope allows users to export .DXF format CAD files for further editing. The following article walks through how to export CAD files for designs.
How to Export CAD Files
- Save & Exit your design in HelioScope
- Make sure you have finished the electrical section
- Click the Overview section from the Project Configuration tab
- Select your preferred CAD file in the Project Files Exporter section
- CAD (.dxf): a 3D layout of the design with the underlying imagery attached (Google Maps and Bing only)
- Single-line Diagram: A simple electrical schematic. More information is available here
My Background Image Isn't Showing Up
If you've exported the 3D layout to DXF and the satellite imagery is now showing up automatically, you will need to change the Image Path within your CAD program. This is essentially telling the software where to look for the image file that is referenced in the .DXF.
- Image Path Instructions for AutoCAD
- Reset Path Instructions for Draftsight: look for "To reset the path to a Reference" within the document
How can I create a shading scene for PVsyst?
The DXF can be used as a basis for a shading scene and imported into PVsyst. However, the DXF will need to be converted into a format compatible with PVsyst, like a DAE file. You can learn more here: https://www.pvsyst.com/help/sketchup.htm