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LED Modules

Choose from over 50 LED Suppliers	See the complete list here.
Realistic Module Previews & Display	Modules are shown to scale with correct number/color of LEDs.
Custom Module Drawings	LED suppliers can create/submit custom module drawings.
Realistic Wiring Display	Shows wires and indicates when a wire doesn't reach.
LED Supplier Density Guidelines	LED Suppliers manage this data; ensures proper density.

File Import/Data Cleanup

Vector Formats – PDF, EPS, AI, DXF, ++	Standard vector file formats used in graphic design software.
Raster Formats – JPG, BMP, TIFF, PSD, ++	Standard raster (bitmap) file formats used in graphic design software.
File cropping in Import dialog box	Crop out unnecesary data directly in the Import dialog box.
LED Extraction Tool	Extract and scale just the data you want (i.e. the letters).
File previews	See a preview of the file in the Import dialog box.
Import filtering options	Skip Bitmaps, Skip Gradients, Skip Clipping Paths, Reorder Loops.
Copy & Paste from Corel	Easy transfer of data back and forth from Corel Draw.
Reconnect Exploded Data (from AutoCAD)	One step clean up of exploded data (disconnected vectors).
Recreate with Beziers	Tool for cleaning up poor vector data.
Rasterize/Vectorize Filter	Converts vector graphic to bitmap and re-vectorizes it to reduce data points.

Auto Population

Single Run (Centerline) Layouts	Common for small/thin letters and/or bright modules.
Variable Stroke Width Fonts	Thick and thin strokes requiring different numbers of runs per letter.
Serifs Fonts	Special auto population routine to find and populate square serifs.
Block Letters	Symmetical population for consistent stroke coverage.
Rounded and Script Fonts	Traditional linear population for rounded characters.
Parallel Layouts - horizontal, vertical, & angled	Population for large and very large letters; any angle.
“Hybrid” Layout – parallel + inline	Population with one inline and parallel fill.
Sign Cabinet – horizontal, vertical, & spiral	Even module population for any sign cabinet shape and size.
Density Guidelines from LED Suppliers	Determines correct number of runs per stroke.
Override Density Guidelines	Can adjust number of runs, stroke width, clearance, run gap.
Auto Stroke Width Detection	Calculates widest stroke.
Can Depth Input	Density adjustments based on can depth.
Linear Density Input	Increase or decrease default module spacing on the wire.

PowerFlow Editing Tools

Click and drag to create centerline path	Semi-Automatic population for connecting script fonts.
Click and drag on a module or selection to move	Module can move on or off the guide path.
Rotate an individual module	Option of using control points or shortcut keys.
Flip a module 180 degrees	One step to flip a module for easier wiring.
Insert a module	Click when module is green to insert.
Delete an individual module or selection	Delete key; next module of run will be selected.
Shift+Click to make selections of multiple modules	Can select any number of modules or runs.
Add modules to a selection to increase density	Selection will automatically respace.
Delete modules from a selection to decrease density	Selection will automatically respace.
Evenly space modules in a selection or run	Ensures consistent module spacing.
Rotate modules of selection or entire run	Incrementally, 45 degrees, 90 degrees.
Auto add modules to ensure correct spacing	As you rotate a selection, modules are added.
Convert to perpendicular alternate rotating	Optimal perpendicular (90 degree) rotation and wiring.
Shift Inward and Shift Outward	Shift a whole selection in and out from the return.
Center a selection in the stroke	Auto centering of a selection.
Center selection in stroke and delete nearby run(s)	Useful when converting from two runs to one.
Append a module to a selection	Adds a module straight from last module or on guide path.
Convert selection to a Line	Quick way to straighten a selection.
Fill to Cursor	Populates a straight line between two points.
Break Run	Opens the run at a certain module.
Move Opening	Opens the run and connects at the old opening.
Copy and Paste a selection or entire letter	Saves time by reusing previous work.
Set and view Density Targets	Modules per foot/meter, modules per square foot/meter.
Add/Remove Density Segments	View density for sections of letters.
Visual representation of density segments	Blue = below target, Green=at target, Red=over target.
Stroke Circle (around cursor)	Easy way to measure stroke widths.
Measure Tool	Quick measurement tool within PowerFlow.

Power Supplies

Power supplies are defined by LED Suppliers	Complete with proper dimensions, capacity, and margin.
Select compatible power supplies from list	Choose proper power supply for the job.
Insert and Position Power Supplies	You control where they are positioned.
Load Power Supplies	Add one run or one letter at a time.
Power Supply Mode	For adding multiple power supplies per letter.
View the load on each power supply	By number of modules and percentage of capacity.
Add/Delete/Move power supplies	Quickly optimize the layout with power supplies.
Power Supply data is part of Statistics	See below for info on Statistics.

Statistics and Export

Create statistics per letter	Number of modules, watts, density.
Create statistics for the whole job	Modules, watts, power supplies.
Customize Statistics	Edit text and content of the stats.
Pricing Summary	Module and power supply pricing can be added.
Edit statistics display	Move, resize, and respace stats in the layout.
Export statistics to Excel	Can populate pre-formatted Excel template.
Create Title Block Template	Boilerplate template to be used across all jobs.
Merge Title Block	Current job will be scaled and placed in template.
Create and export module positioning guides	Simple lines represent modules at full scale.
Export Scaled PDF	Scales job to standard letter size and exports.
Export full scale PDF, EPS, AI, DXF, more	Standard industry vector file formats.
Export selected Layers	Letter outlines, modules, power supplies, module/power supply wires, dimensions, stats
Mounting Holes	Define and insert mounting holes for routing.

Text, Layout, and Design Tools

Basic Text Entry	Standard TrueType fonts.
Text Editing with Control Points	Scale, Extend/Condense, Rotate, Slant, Heighten, Kerning.
Create basic Shapes	Square, Rectangle, Circle, Ellipse, Rounded Rectangle, Polygon, Arrow.
Design Tools	Rulers, Guidelines, Grid, Align, Distribute, Z-Order.
Basic Image Editing Tools	Transparency, Crop, Rotate, Flip, Scale.
Vectorize - Black & White + Color	Raster-to-Vector Conversion Tool.
Outline	Increase or decrease letter stroke.
Weld overlapping vectors	Connect script or serif letters, create custom sign cabinets.
On-Screen Digitize	Manually trace a bitmap or create a custom vector shape.