PyroSim Documentation
PyroSim 2008 - Release Notes
| Users Manual | PyroSimManual.pdf |
| Users Manual (HTML) | index.html |
| Example Problems | PyroSimExamples.pdf |
PyroSim 2007 - Release Notes
| Users Manual | PyroSimManual-2007.pdf |
| Example Problems | PyroSimExamples-2007.pdf |
FDS 5
The following links connect directly to the NIST FDS web site to ensure the most up-to-date documentation.
| Users Manual | FDS_5_User_Guide.pdf |
| Technical Reference | FDS_5_Technical_Ref.pdf |
| Smokeview 5 Manual | SMV_5_User_Guide.pdf |
FDS 4
| Users Manual | fds_users_guide_4.pdf |
| Technical Reference | fds_tech_guide_4.pdf |
| Smokeview 4 Manual | sv_users_guide_4.pdf |
Importing from AutoCAD
PyroSim can import AutoCAD models as floor plan images, or import geometry from a DXF model. To use the import feature, geometry must be stored as 3DFACE entities in the DXF file. For more information, please read our AutoCAD import guide.
autocad_dxf_import.pdf - AutoCAD import guide.
Floating License Installation
Please follow the instructions in the Floating License Installation Guide. You will need to install and license the PyroSim License Manager, then PyroSim can be installed on each workstation and configured to use the floating license server.
License Activation
To activate your copy of PyroSim:
- Start PyroSim
- In the Licensing and Activation dialog, select Online Activation
- In the Key box, type the activation key from your purchase receipt email
- Click Activate
The information at the bottom of the Licensing and Activation dialog should be updated to show your new license information. If you receive an error message or are otherwise unable to use the online activation feature, please contact support@thunderheadeng.com.
Troubleshooting
Please contact Thunderhead Engineering for technical support. The list of known issues and workarounds can be found in the Troubleshooting chapter of the PyroSim users manual. The release notes also outline known bugs and workarounds.
Contact
| Sales: | sales@thunderheadeng.com |
| Support: | support@thunderheadeng.com |
| Phone: | +1.785.770.8511 |
| Fax: | +1.785.770.8511 |