User Manual (24108-181462-9000)Table of ContentsContents11. General Product Information31.1 What is Revit Architecture?31.2 How does Revit Architecture help with Sustainable Design?31.3 What is building information modeling?31.4 Are there any industry-specific applications built on the Revit platform?41.5 What is AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite software?42. Revit Architecture Features42.1 What are the important new features in Revit Architecture 2008?42.2 Revit Architecture handles modeling well, but what about conventional drafting and detailing? Do I still need AutoCAD for that?52.3 How does Revit Architecture work with large teams and projects?52.4 Can Revit Architecture produce elaborate geometry?53. Interoperability63.1 What standards and file formats does Revit Architecture support?63.2 What if clients or consultants insist on DWG deliverables?63.3 What about object compatibility between Revit Architecture and AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD MEP?63.4 Does Revit Architecture have layers like the products based on AutoCAD software? How does Revit Architecture organize data?63.5 What about data compatibility between AutoCAD or Bentley MicroStation software products and Revit Architecture?73.6 How do I use Autodesk Buzzsaw with Revit Architecture?73.7 Revit Architecture uses AccuRender raytracing and radiosity as a rendering solution. Can I use Revit Architecture with Autodesk VIZ or Autodesk 3ds Max?73.8 Is there an application programming interface (API) or other third-party development tools for Revit Architecture?7InterSpec7U.S. Cost84. Parametric Components84.1 What are families in Revit Architecture, and how many are there in the library?84.2 Do I need to know a programming language to create content in Revit Architecture?85. Parametric Change Engine85.1 What does parametric mean, and how does the parametric change engine keep everything updated when I make changes? Why is the concept important?85.2 Do I have to regenerate sections and schedules manually? What if I want to work in the section?96. Licensing Revit Architecture and AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite96.1 Can I use the product in trial mode or demonstration mode?96.2 Is Subscription available for Revit Architecture?96.3 Does Revit Architecture use the Network Installation wizard like AutoCAD–based products for network deployment?106.4 Does a stand-alone AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite user have to put both Revit Architecture and AutoCAD applications on one machine?106.5 Can I install my network license of AutoCAD Revit Architecture Suite with a separate network license of AutoCAD on one server? What gets checked out when I open my AutoCAD-only licenses?106.6 Does the License Borrow feature available for the network version of AutoCAD software–based products work with Revit Architecture?107. Consulting, Training, and Support107.1 What consulting services are available for Revit Architecture?107.2 Where can I find training courses for Revit Architecture?107.3 How can I get technical support information?11Size: 142 KBPages: 11Language: EnglishOpen manual
