8.4.2 Combining Zones

It can be useful to view statistics that are compiled as a combination of two or more Power Zones or Calculation Zones.

When designing lighting for a building, it is useful to report Lighting Power Density for each space type, as well as for the entire building; allowing for illustration of compliance via one or both methods depending on the specification.

 

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To create a Combined Power Zone, first select all the zones to be included in the combined zone within the Statistics tab; hold down the Ctrl key while left-clicking on the desired items.

When all of the desired zones are highlighted, click the Combine button at the top of the Statistics tab. Visual will create the Combined Power Zone and display it in the Statistics tab. The name can be modified as necessary.

 

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The same procedure can be used to create Combined Calculation Zones.

 

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