Photometric Viewer Common Questions

Photometric Viewer 3.1 Common Questions

Q: What are the system requirements?

Parameter	Requirement
Operating System	Windows 95 , Windows 98, Windows 2000, XP
RAM Memory	16MB
Available Hard Drive Space	10MB
Mouse	Required
Video Display	800x600x256 color (1024x768x16-bit recommended)

Q: Does this program work with photometric files other than Lithonia files?

A: Yes, the Photometric Viewer will work with any file that is formatted according to IESNA-LM-63. However, some manufacturers do not use the keywords provided for in later versions of this standard. Not using the [LUMCAT] keyword will limit certain functionality.

Q: Can I edit photometric data with this program?

A: No, this program is for viewing and printing photometric data.

Q: What kind of information can I get with this viewer?

A: Lithonia’s Photometric Viewer includes the following for the three types of photometric data:

Indoor	Area	Floodlight
Efficiency	Efficiency	Efficiency
CIE Classification	Max Candela Value	NEMA/IES Type
Spacing Criterion	Max Candela Angles	Field & Beam Angles
Zonal Lumen Summary	Plane & Cone Diagram	Max Candela Value
Average Luminance Table	Iso-Illuminance Diagram	Candela Trace Through Origin
CU Table		Iso-Candela Diagram
Candela Plot & Table

Q: How can I get new photometric data that is not included on Lightware?

A: If you cannot find the report you are looking for there, please contact your local Lithonia Lighting Sales Representative for assistance.

Q: Can I view specification sheets for the reports I’ve been looking at?

A: Lithonia Lighting’s full set of specification sheets can be found on the LightWare website. Like the photometric files, specification sheets are updated on a regular basis on our website (www.lithonia.com).

Q: Can I download the file I’m viewing to my hard drive?

A: Yes, all photometric files may be downloaded from our web site.

Q: What if I have additional questions?

A: Fax the user feedback form in the Help file to (770) 860-3125.