damobarrowafc Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 First of all sorry for adding a new topic but couldnt find any answers searching on here and on the "net" I am looking for a 2D lighting plan software I have included a picture for a similar design I created the below one on the free version of microsoft office called openoffice this isnt really drawn to scale or "easy" as you have to hit space bar etc for the gaps between numbers Is there any program out there that can do this?Also could it add lanterns? CheersDamoBarrowAfc http://postimage.org/image/k413rilg/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lite_lad Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 are you looking for mac or PC? im pretty sure (id probably bet money on it!) that a search for something like lighting plan software or something similar will find a topic as I know its been asked before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damobarrowafc Posted October 15, 2011 Author Share Posted October 15, 2011 are you looking for mac or PC? im pretty sure (id probably bet money on it!) that a search for something like lighting plan software or something similar will find a topic as I know its been asked before! hey sorry pc (windows 7 im running) Ive searched the 'net' and the usual vectorworks etc come up but these all come with 3d visualisers etc all I am wanting is a simple 2d lighting program Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Jay Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 Vectorworks is a 2d Cad Suit, 3D is just an add on! The same with WYG and AutoCad Use the search box, this has been discussed god knows how many times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 If you want a simple, and free, 2D drawing package then try http://www.serif.com/free-graphic-design-software/?mc=FSSDRAWPLUS"CheersGerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ripley Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 DraftSight is an AutoCAD LT Clone, is free and works on Win/Mac/Linux DraftSight Download I of course would strongly recommend LD Assistant if you want the full monty as it were: LD Assistant info David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommulliner Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 Vectorworks is what I use for my designs, very good piece of software and free for students! I found it very easy to pick up. If you are a student, go here and get a free license or 30-day free trial if your not. All the best, Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intyra Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 LXFree is my current weapon of choice. It's good, pretty usable and (as the name suggests) free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willdoweuk Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 +1 for LXFree. Really useful piece of software, and the great thing is the ability to import dxf files straight into the plan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveswan Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 And another vote for LXFree. The interface can be a little "graunchy" at first, but stick with it and it'll do the job just fine. Ha, it'll even haver a go at colouring in the lanterns with your chosen gel colour. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damobarrowafc Posted October 16, 2011 Author Share Posted October 16, 2011 cheers for all the replies just downloaded lx free and all the menu bar is tiny and all is squished to the left hand size like the resolution aint correct how do I fix this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulears Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Serif Draw - been a user since version nothing, and produces excellent plans, and if you want to draw the real shape of the lights, import an image and draw over the top the curves and straight lines. It's a vector based programme so has full scale drawing facilities, with measurements and proper symbols, but can be used for loads of other things too. Pretty cheap and I cannot fault the product. Serif are a pain for trying to flog you extra things afterwards, but you just need to say no (or yes, if the deal is a good one). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junior8 Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Serif are a pain for trying to flog you extra things afterwards, but you just need to say no (or yes, if the deal is a good one). Which they often are. Also check out free serif where old versions of the software are often given away. Useful for trials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 I now wish I'd suggested Serif Draw in post #5 <_< I find it very useful,now using Serif Draw X5, particularly the layers function.CheersGerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulears Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 http://www.earsmedia.co.uk/dirty.jpg Here's an example - as Gerry says, the layers capability means you can keep (as in this plan) permanent content on one layer, temporary supports on another, the LX kit on another and then channel numbers on another - giving you the chance to simply tur off the lighting layers and add in a set layer. All the individual fixtures were simply drawn over available images, and then scaled to match the equipment spec - pretty easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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