Bentley Explorer enables a user to complete an interactive design review on complex 3D models. The high performance visualization engine of Explorer allows near real-time walkthrough of very large shaded plant models. Explorer supports the review of both DGN and DWG model files as well as other common 3D model formats. Through the use of optional Add-in modules, the functionality of Explorer can be extended to include interference detection, creation of photorealistic images and the publishing of NWD model review files.
Licensed Applications include:
- Bentley Explorer - the core module of the design / review solution delivers interactive visualization and real time walkthrough of simple and complex 3D models.
- Bentley Explorer Interference Detection Add-in - enables the user to quickly locate, review and manage both hard and clearance clashes in simple and complex geometry.
- Bentley Explorer NWD Export Add-in - enables the designer to export large files in compressed and secure .nwd format for full collaborative review of model data independent of the native design software.
- Explorer Photorealism Add-in - is a high-end visualization tool for creating both still and animated renderings of complex 3D models. Includes sophisticated texture mapping, materials and lighting for photorealistic output.
System Requirements
You must have a CD drive or Internet access for product installation. The following prerequisites are required to install and run the application.
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Processor |
Intel Pentium-based PC |
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Operating System |
Microsoft Windows 2000, Service Pack 3 OR
Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Service Pack 1 OR
Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Service Pack 6a |
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Internet |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 SP1 or greater |
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Memory |
256MB Minimum (More memory typically results in better performance with large models) |
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Hard Disk |
500MB minimum free hard disk space |
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Input Device |
Any industry-standard input device supported by Windows |
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Output Device |
Any industry-standard output device supported by Windows |
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Video Graphics Card |
Any industry-standard video card/monitor |
Product Installation
If you are upgrading from an earlier version of the application, it is highly recommended that you do not install this product over the previous version.
The installation program setup.exe will guide you through the installation process and prompt you for information when required.
SELECT Services Online/MySELECT CD: When you order a custom CD from MySELECT CD the product directory structure for this product appears as shown. To install from the CD locate and run the setup.exe file and follow the online instructions:
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|_explorer
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|_install
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|_setup.exe - This initiates the install process
Downloading the files from SELECT Services Online/Download - the download process gives you a choice to save the file to a specified location, or to begin the installation from the download area.
Bentley Licensing
To download the products, create a MySELECT CD or to complete the licensing process, you must have the appropriate roles assigned by your Site Administrator. If you have not been assigned these roles contact your Site Administrator from the Bentley website at SELECTservices Online at http://selectservices.bentley.com. Select MySupport Account/Permissions. Clicking on the List SELECTservices Administration button will access the name of the Site Administrator to contact to add the appropriate permissions to your profile.
Documentation
On-line Help: Detailed feature information may be accessed directly from the calling application by selecting the Help command, or by pressing the Help button from any of the application dialogs. Be sure to explore On-line Help for answers to your questions.
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Documentation is provided in PDF files and can be browsed, searched, or printed with the Adobe Acrobat Reader. Information regarding the Adobe Acrobat Reader can be obtained from http://www.adobe.com/.
It is highly recommended that you obtain the latest version of the Adobe Acrobat Reader.
If you do not have access to the World Wide Web, please contact us so we can provide you with the necessary files for using the Adobe Acrobat Reader.
New Features and Fixes in this Release
An overview of new features incorporated in Bentley Explorer 2004 Edition is available in the on-line help files. The following summary provides an overview of some of the major new features included in Bentley Explorer 2004 Edition. Specific items included in this Select Release 1 version are identified below. A complete collection of errors and enhancement requests is being entered and maintained by Bentley in the PVCS Tracker database. Additional information may be provided upon request:
- Added user definable interference suppression rules
- Added support for AutoCAD 2005 drawings
- Enhanced component/properties data display to include past version and eliminate PDW install pre-requisite
- Eliminated false clashes between equipment and nozzles
- Eliminated false clashes with insulation cladding
- Eliminated false clashes caused by incorrect connectivity data in PDW 2.01 models
- Eliminated false clashes caused by connected supports