There are some other BIMx publishing topics around, but non of them seem to describe the problems we are experiencing. Since AC20 the BIMx models (with Global Illumination) need to be saved directly from within AC. That's a step backward from AC19 (n...
The directions say when in the bimx model on the ipad, select share then a flattened 360 image will appear on the screen, then you can share this. But when I select share, all I get is a link to the BimX website to share. The model does not share. An...
Hello, I want to add multiple url's to the element info on two separate lines if possible I have been able to add one using "Full Element ID" but cant seem to get another info box to display or open the link correctly. I hope someone on here has a so...
Hi guys,I have a Mac Version of Archicad, version 19-4013. When I try to save the my project I can't eport to Bimx. The feature not appear. I have Sierra OS.Could you please help me?ThanksKevin
So...I've noticed that on some of the explanations on how to use the BIMx in conjunction with Google Cardboard, there seem to be some graphics which imply you can add "bookmarks" to the model so you can zoom to those areas of the model while viewing ...
Can anyone explain, or post a link to a concise workflow for markups in archicad 20. As the project reviewer has been removed in archicad 20, how do we collaborate with markups?Kubus plugin looks pretty complicated and relies on another company keepi...
I have only recently started using BimX and I have encountered a problem when using the Global Illustration render mode. Some objects show with a black texture instead of the assigned material (see the attached image). This does not happen in all cas...
Is the Google Cardboard device box any different using it on an iPhone or an android device or is it the same box? Also the BIMx App on an android does that look any different than on an iPhone ?
so...I'm a bit overwhelmed (confused) about whether or not the Android device can handle the BIMx app? Also, if I send a client the Google Cardboard, is it any different a box than for the iphone using the Apple BIMx vs. the Android using a BIMx app ...
Hi, I'm pretty new to Archicad (and CAD in general), so please forgive me.I built a model in Archicad and am attempting to export/render it in BIMx so that I can show colleagues what I've done. My problem is that no matter how I attempt to do it, I h...
Hi fellow Archicadians of the world, can someone please tell me how I can create a non Hyper model in BIMx that can be read on a desktop viewer? My client doesn't have a mobile device. It used to be easily done, but not so much anymore it seems.
How can I rotate the entire 3D model in BImx. I can move it left to right or up or down, but only past a stationary viewpoint. I used to be able to rotate the model on a dime using my mouse in AC 19 but can't seem to get 'er done in 20thanks..Tom
Hi I'm having a problem connecting to the Bimx site when trying to publish a model. I'm getting the error messages shown in the images below. I've disable my firewall and still get the same result. I've recently downloaded AC20(Education version) and...
Hi I recently uploaded the License tool manager (to version 20.0.04556), as recomended by my archicad provider but afterwords I have this message after I started Archicad "bimx quit unexpectedly" and when I go to the 3d to save a bimx file that optio...
Linking to external information from the BIMx was great! Since I updated my BIMx Pro to 2016.2.530 on my iPad this no longer works. How come? (The model was made by a colleage and he shared his BIMx license with me). How it used to work you can see h...
how can this be made better? I'm totally immersed in the imagery. Now...besides making the phone pixels smaller hence making the screen image crisper...what else can be done to make the image better?
I must say....when I received my Google Cardboard to use with my iphone using the BIMx Pro software...I wasn't expecting much. Boy....was I certainly mistaken. The sense of "space" you get as you walk around immersed in this 3d world is incredible. S...
where do my Hyper-models go when I create a publishing set to only publish the 3d model to the "Public" domain? I can't seem to find them anywhere on the net, on the BIMx site, on the Graphisoft site? Iv'e tried to log in to my BIMx account and I can...
in ArchiCAD 20 you can save the hyper model into a single executable file?
On any new bimx model I create, global illumination is greyed out. On older models it is still available. Any ideas as to why? I am still on ac19.
So after a ton of searching and testing and swearing, I have a super simple VR solution using bimx. this is only tested on android and windows 10 Here is what you need. Evo vr headset (its like a plastic google cardboard. I found it at walmart for 15...
Today a new update was released for BIMx.The biggest enhancement is support for Google Cardboard VR on smartphones (not on tablets at this point).You can simply update your BIMx on your smartphone to get the latest functionality.
I know it used to work when I was using AC 19. Now I am using AC20 and the info tool doesn't work anymore. I can see the cross pointer but not the info dialogue.And the next question is if it is possible to add more info, for example when I click on ...
Hello! I hope this is the right place for post like this. So I have this problem, I have drawing done is 1:50 scale but when I make a BIMx file out of it, it appears on my tablet as 1:100 scale. Is there an option to set the scale before saving the f...
When using the android app on the current android version, if i am in renovation A 3d, and switch to say renovation B or C 3d then the bimx app crashes. it makes using this app difficult on a professional level.
I'll just leave this here...http://www.bimplus.co.uk/technology/autodesk-launc3hes-in7stant-bim-3d-inte8ractive/
so graphisoft have managed to find another way to remove functionalityhttps://bimx.graphisoft.com/I am now unable to search the bimx site for 'latest' uploaded models unless i know what im looking for!It now only has 'popular' and 'featured' buttons ...
Does the orbit command exist in the desktop viewer? Having just nudged an associate without AC into using the BIMx desktop viewer the first embarrassing question was "How do I spin the model around?". This is ok on my iOS mobile devices but seems to ...
Hello, Installed Dropbox on my iPad, and entered credentials. Opened up BIMx and BIMx Pro. Hit the "+" button in the upper-left hand corner. Takes me straight to the BIMx Graphisoft site. I don't see the the Dropbox, iCloud, etc. selections. I've als...
OK, I don't usually use an IPad or mobile device, mostly laptops, but we've set up a project for the clients with several different scheme's showing various shading elements to look at on their Ipad. They are not computer savvy so I have uploaded the...
How do I export my model without publishing it to the web, if I just want to save a BIMx desktop viewer file.There should be away to save BIMx files anytime then upload them using an upload function under BIMx website.The save as is the only way I ca...
I've downloaded a number of public models just to look at them, and no longer want them. I can't find a way to delete them. Anyone know how??
Hi, I have a bit unusual problem. Just got a bimx file and I'm trying to navigate around it but the project has been set up to an RL hight so it's above level 0 and when I turn the file on, I fall of the project's level to level 0 and all I can see i...
We use Bimx models extensively on Ipads and recently have had several projects in which we can view the model and view the 2d layouts, but if we tap the little house icon when viewing a layout, nothing happens. Similarly, if I tap (for example) an el...
Here's a bit of fun for everyone and a chance to hone your BIMx navigation skills!ENTER TO WIN A $100 VISA GIFT CARD! Download the BIMx project, open the project in the free BIMx app and find the codes on Boris. Enter your answers in the survey. Brou...
GRAPHISOFT today announced a new update for BIMx.The most important news is that 2D/3D Hypermodel is available even in BIMx, so you don't have to buy BIMx PRO to have this capability.The press release: http://www.graphisoft.com/info/news/press_releas...
I sincerely wish GS would think ahead in their financial development cycle. As it stands now, we, early adopters, always get fined for buying into and supporting GS's early releases. When BIMxPro first came out on iPad (circa 2013) with a rather unth...
I am working in AC20. When I go to publish a BIMx file it gives me a error that the thumbnail image was not created. Then it processes the file and all I get is sky. A message appears in the sky that says "The Hyper-model does not include 3D models. ...
I have a contractor who's running an older iPad but wants in on the BIMx Pro action. I can't seem to find the minimum specs/IOS/machine it takes to run BIMx Pro. Can some enlightened soul help me out please?
We have made a few tests and there is a blue ghosted box in the shape of the demolished structure in the BIMx model. When I go through the BIMx options, there is no option to get rid of them. Has anyone had this problem?
Hi, I was under the impression that the BIMx environment replicates the OpenGL view in the 3D Window? I have some 'lights' in my scene - slabs with a white emissive surface applied so that they look like they're glowing. They export as grey to BIMx -...
We are thinking of hiring an outside specialist to take our model and create a final furnished fully detailed model for marketing etc. The specialist uses Sketchup. If they send us a final model with materials, custom furniture, decorative items, etc...
Hello, I have a question, how in archicad I can I prepare objects or element properties, so that I could see in Bim viewer only this Bim settings which I already had added by myself, I dont want to see elements default Bim- properties in the Bim view...
On the Upper Right corner there are only "favorites" and "more" Under "more" there are Print, Settings, Feedback, Rate Bimx, Help and Share this project. No measure tool neither mail. I'm opening the model with BimX Pro (version:2016.1.318) Thank you...
Is the new BIMx version (ie with 2d documents) available yet?
Hi all.when I open the BIMx transfer page . I can't upload my bimx file. they write drag and drop on the folder that does not work thank you
JUST GOT AC 20 AND WANTED TO SAVE AS A BIMx (IN 3D WINDOW) BUT IT IS NOT IN THE LIST. S'UP WITH THAT?
When I open my Bimx model on my tablet the info for doors, windows, walls, etc., is given in meters and not feet and inches. Where do I adjust the settings?
I'm managing our BIMx uploads and we put our models in 'My Company'. I get the emails with the link when they are done, and then I forward them to the project lead to forward to the client. Is there a way to have the uploader/project lead get the ema...
I dont suppose there is a way for bimx to show mirrored or reflective surfaces?
is there a way to change the sky background in BIMx? it is somewhat drab
is there a way to do a screen capture in bimx im looking through other designers models on the bimx model exchange and every now and then one pops up with a neat detail instead of sketching it out by hand everytime, would be good if there was a scree...
Is there going to be support for 'fully rendered' models in bimx?As it stands the bimx models are only able to be viewed in a fairly basic open-gl type 3d presentation display.If this were the case the need for third party rendering software would be...
Is there a way to set the camera height in "walk" mode, when using BIMx viewer on an IOS device? The scale figure in the screen shot is about 5'-9" (172.7cm). Feels like the camera is locked in "child's view" mode.
Are BIMx Pro Hyper models auto updated once shared? That is - if I share a hyper model with a client (paying $79.99!!!!) and then make changes to the model and republish (say I modify the model and add some extra layouts), will the hyper model automa...
I am about to try out BimX Pro at the same time I am redoing office templates. I would like to standardize on a font that is going to read similarly for everyone who uses the file. Am I doomed to using to using Arial? (which I hate, btw). Are there o...
Hi everyone, I'm having a strange bug with global illumination in a model I'm working on. When I render GI, a transparent pool water surface has an inconsistent hue. In some areas, it appears black and desaturated. The areas generally correspond to m...
hello, is there a way to publish a model of the exterior only and does not allow you to go inside? I want to share a model with a client put it is not finished out on the interior. Thanks
Anyone seeing issues with BIMx Viewer not working with the latest El Capitan, version 10.11.3?Have a look at this from one of my users. https://youtu.be/9TTNcsEMVTAI think they are using the latest viewer version.(edit: she is running version 18.0.0....
Hi all,I'm just starting to look into BIMx, I have seen it what it can do, but don't know much about it. I would like to set it up so I can show my clients their house in 3D or be able to show clients overseas their project.I have a couple of questio...
I have a client who would like to use the BimX model with Oculus Rift glasses. What, if anything, needs to be done with the BimX file to get this to work? The documentation is pretty sparse on using VR glasses, although there is a promotional video t...
I have purchased/shared 10+ hypermodels in the past 18 months. Today I went to do it again and got an error message saying that my last purchase/share (from 3 weeks ago) was still "in progress", even though I successfully shared it at the time. I als...
I have been using BIMx Hyper models with the iPad app for several years with no troubles. Today all of a sudden I cannot publish any 3d views. Layouts upload fine. I get the error messages "failed" for any 3d view I put in the publisher set. I tried ...
HiI am trying to save a file as BIMx to send to a client but when I go to 'save as' there is no option for BIMx as a file type.What am I doing wrong?Thank you.
Hi everyone,Am I missing something, or Why I don't have access to "Lightmap Quality parameter"?Thank you so much
Please Iam arabi manIam 20 years oldI Cant speak English goodBut I try that ..I want help for my problem in Bimx for ARCHICAD 18 >my problem is ...I cant found" export the model from BIMx in any format"what can I do Now?!BimxNOTE: I have application ...
Like most people, I imagine, I put my drawings together with a variety of colors that relate to line weights. Old school. How can I easily change the layouts in the HyperModel from colored drawings to black and white without change all the pen sets. ...
Check out a replay from the Apple product release today. Said Pro apps scream on iPad Pro.
Purchased the BIMxPro today from the Apple App store. Was supposed to receive an email (I don't know if it's supposed to come from GS, or Apple) with links to send to client that would enable them to use the BIMx Pro viewer free. At least that's the ...
Hello, Is it possible to get lights from a light source in a BIMx model? I have some spotlights and some lamps and I would like them to light like they do if I rendered. I'm attaching an image that shows my problem.
Where can I change the image for the hyper-models displayed in the iPad app. I cannot find the settings. Want to change the BIM6x logo with our own
The question is simple... I've never seen (in France, building management/architects and so on) a professional with an Android tablet, NEVER, but they have BIMX app in android market, a Very few (architects mainly) have an Ipad (VERY FEW !!!!), mostl...
Hi all,I'm new to the BIM method and was wondering if anyone could help with a query?From what i've read BIM files can be sent in various formats - BIMx / ICF etc..Can this software receive and open all formats? Ideally i need one which will open any...
I'm pretty new to ArchiCAD and I have a quick question about BIMx exporting. When I go to export/upload to the BIMx Server, I often am only able to upload the sheets, but not the BIMx 3d model. When I check what was uploaded to the server, it is only...
In large BIMx files I lose the Joy Stick or the walk thru icon and therefore that functionality? Do I really have to create a simpler model to regain that function?
I am not a tablet user and never plan to be, but am interested in making BimXpro files available for those who do have tablets. How can I produce BimXPro output from ArchiCAD and check it all looks and works as expected from my Windows Desktop before...
Hello All, I am an SSA subscriber, on AC19, and as such my understanding is that my ArchiCad commercial licence should be available to the BIMX desktop app and therefore all functionality within the app should be enabled. From my reading of licence t...
HELLO In Archicad 17 i havent options for save project as bimx Have anyone ideA how resolve that. Thanx
3D window is taking more than an hour in some design template to open.
I have been using Bimx on ipad and deskto PC for about a year now with good results. I just switched from PC to Mac. When I go to open the Bimx application I just get the message "Bimx quit unexpectedly". What's up?
Is it possible to share a BIMx hypermodel with an android user from an apple product? We recently started using BIMx hypermodels (2D and 3D) to share plans with clients and we've had a lot of success so far sharing with apple devices. However, when w...
can point clouds be saved in the BIMx files? How large are going the files to be compared to original point clouds from pln files?
I am trying to share a model with a client by sending them the link purchased at the app store but i am getting the message "Purchase of this item is not currently available. This item is being modified. Please try again later."
Good day here from the Sunny Barcelona, I have got a question , here the team we have a BIMx 3D model which sent our customer, and we have no the possibility to ask him for another format file, so here is the question. I cannot open the BIMx file ins...
Read about the newest features of BIMx and BIMx PRO:http://www.graphisoft.com/info/news/press_releases/graphisofts-bimx-and-bimx-pro-now-offer-extended-cloud-storage-access.htmlThere will also be a webinar on July 7:http://www.graphisoft.com/learning...
So whats the deal with BIMX pro on Android?? On the GS website it says that BIMx pro is not available yet for Android, yet the BIMx app I have on my Android phone gives me the option to purchase a Pro license. Whats going on? Ive been playing around ...
The BIMx Hyper-Model are viewed with "BIMx Pro" in ipad. By clicking the object/element, some information could be read. For example for the object, the ID, the Size(LxWxH) could be read. If the desired information of the object/element are chosen to...
In the file menu, it is unable to publish the "BIMX - Hyper Model ". (Fig 01)
Hello when I published my model to Bimx and opened it, the global illumination is not available and how can i export it to exe file?
Cant publish my pln to BIM "publish to bimx" is not availabe cant be clicked
Is it possible to save a BIMx file with some layers turned on and some turned off, so the client can then switch between layers to show different options?Thanks.
Has anyone run across this while running Global Illumination? (see attached pdf)The file is quite large, 1.7 gb teamworked. We have generated smaller areas of the model with great results.Just wondering is there is a size limit or something else that...
We are having lots of frustrations with BIMxPro and sharing models with clients.We opened a new hyper model in our BIMx Pro app, made the in app purchase for sharing, and sent the email with the activation link to our clients. However, everytime they...
how do you specify the location of the marker that indicates the hyperlink to the referenced floors? in the test/demo file that comes with the app, the floor plan markers are all neatly outside of the building. mine keep ending up in the middle of my...
i eagerly wait to develop bimx for my zone but that not working how to solve this problem ? i already register bimx server and also install bimx server manager & bimx viewer. am working in AC 18 VERSION & WIN 8.1 OS...THANKS FOR ADVANCE. BELOW LINK I...
The BIMx developer team has prepared a special surprise for BIMx for iOS users: https://bimx.graphisoft.com/HyperModelDetail/LoadDetails/58819 Download the above hypermodel and hunt for the Easter egg! Happy Easter!
I loaded a bimx model but none of the 3d stuff works when i download to my i pad or i phone. What little box did i not check or do wrong? https://bimx.graphisoft.com/HypermodelDetail/LoadDetails/58687
Hi there, So i have a Sony Laptop vgn-aw21vy and since Archicad 17 (when BIMx Viewer became a separate program in order to view bimx files) the BIMx Viewer just crashes on me when try to launch almost any bimx files . The few files that it Doesn't cr...
Hello, I am trying to use BIMx for the first time but I am not getting it to cooperate. I have tried to save it from archicad (save as BIMx, in the 3D view) and I have tried Publish BIMx hyper model. The problem is that I can't move with wasd in BIMx...
Is there a tutorial on how to use the floor plan cutaway feature of the Free BIMx app? Or can someone explain it? There is nothing on the GS site that explains how this feature works in the FREE app.
I am trying to share a BIMx model from the Pro Version. Model is uploaded correctly and I am able to view it from both my iPhone and iPad. I try to to process the Model and get a message "Payment Failed Cannot connect to iTunes Store " I thought it m...
to publish an all white bimx model without adjusting all the model materials? Maybe through the publishing process? Thanks
what's up with Lachmi Khemlani getting the scoop on something called BIMx PRO.What is it and what is the upgrade path from BIMx Docs?
I must rave about it....still.When clients actually "see" a PDF transform into a 3D model......right...where....the section or elevation or plan was taken from..they flip their wig folks.They love that.I would like to see more of us using this very i...
Hi, I would firstly like to introduce myself, I'm an Architectural Designer from Sydney and have recently switched over from Revit to Archicad. I'm enjoying Archicad very much but still have lots to learn. Due to my switch, I purchased Archicad 18 fr...
Hi, I've imported a sketchup model in archicad 18 with "merge", than I converted it in morph, now I'd like to save it as a BIMx model (or hyper-model), unfortunately if I click on "Save as.." There is no "BIMx model" option, and I can't click on "Pub...
So...someone please settle this for me.I happen to recall that the BIMx software upgrade was labeled as "BIMx HyperDocs" yet someone now tells me it's called "BIMx Docs"?..........which is it for Pete's sake!
The functionality to split the view between right and left stereoscopic channels currently exists in the BIMX desktop viewer (presumably for use with 3D monitors and TVs), but is not present in the mobile app. Adding this functionality to the app wou...
So, a few versions back from AC18, when exporting out the BIMx file....you were able to save the BIMx file as an EXE file, an APP application file and as a BIMx file......for PCs, Apple, or an APP.....so now with AC18, after creating the Bimx file......
Wheres the best link to a "step-by-step" setup on how to use the "Publish Hyperdoc" functionality in Archicad 18? I just received a copy of the BIMx-Hyperdoc software and started to produce some hyperdoc models......fascinating software. This is gonn...
So...I just acquired the BIMx Hyperdocs software. pretty neat. Had been using only the viewer (free) for about 4 years now and decided to get the HyperDocs version. questions: 1. When Publishing a Hyperdoc model, do I need a server location off Archi...
BIMX Corrupt - ArchiCad 17 Windows 7 Marquee on plan > F5 (3D View) > File > Save As - Bimx When open in BIMX viewer, the view position is fixed with only zoom and rotation of model active. No fly, up, down, directional arrows. All options (Esc) avai...
I have tried everything that i could think of: Uninstalled everything and reinstal Checked add-on manager Run the installer in repair mode Installed BIMx viewer separately Run as administrator ... But i can't even find the problem, it just won't open...
I'm playing with the demo model in BIMx for iPad. It seems that moving the section plane and choosing "cut here" brings a section in the wrong direction. In parallel projection only. Not in perspective. Am I missing something ? Edited : I'm now havin...
I have a presentation monitor set up as an extension to my 'working' monitor that I can show images or presentations on. Any time I run BIM-X, it takes up my working monitor - I want to move it to my presentation monitor. Any idea how?
So...is there any difference in the BIMx engine output from AC18 than there was in AC17? Meaning, quality of materials, lighting, etc....?
Any chance we'll be getting native airplay support within the BIMx iOS apps? We use an apple TV for presentations now and system wide mirroring just isn't the same. Would be nice to output a 16x9 image.
"BIMx Viewer Installer" can't be opened because the identity of the developer cannot be confirmed.This is the message a client gets when trying to download the viewer. Any help I can relay to the client?Are they supposed to buy the viewer? I thought ...
downloaded and installed the viewer and rebooted but viewer wont start, not even as admin. now what? does nothing, evidently not idiotproof...
Is anyone else finding it takes ages to download their hyper model from the cloud to the iPad? I've been sitting here for nearly 45 mins waiting for my project to download from the transfer site to my iPad (model before the iPad Air) and its still on...
First time doing this...I need to send the structural engineer the building model so that he can exploreand get dimensions of the building.I just saved the job as a bimx file, but it asked me about cameras, I think I just left the first radio button ...
Goodmorning and have a great month forum,I recently got my oculus rift DK2 , for those that do not now what it is,its the second development kit of an upcoming Virtual Reality Head Mounted Display. I am planning to create VR tours using Unity engine ...
In AC 18 I used Save As for a simple Bimx model. Works fine and I am able to "fly" except the mouse doesn't work like it does in ArchiCad. I am unable to aim my viewpoint (as in a FPS game.) I did download a model of one of the online examples and th...
Hi, I was looking at a model in the free BimX app for Ipad and there is an horizontal cut view, but I can't get to move the cut plan. Any help? Thanks Damian
I am looking to buy an iPad for BIMx. What gigabiteage should I get? Will 16Gb do it, or do I need more? Any advice would be appreciated.
Today Graphisoft announced the release of BIMx Docs for Android: http://www.graphisoft.com/info/news/press_releases/graphisoft-releases-bimx-docs-for-android.html
Hi everyone;I have a problem about Archicad 18 Bimx. My problem is; Bimx dial command is not active in 3D drawing screen. I can't transfer modellings to BIMx. I'm adding a photo-down menu on the state. Thank you in advance for your help.
I'm having trouble with one of my models in BIMx; I set up the 3d view and save the hypermodel. In the preview, the views match what I defined in ArchiCAD 18. I select the picture but then can't navigate because the viewpoint drops below grade. In th...
wondering why this topic "BIMx" topic, isn't flooded with hundreds of thousands of threads? I noticed an increase here in the south west California area in the use of the BIMx tool.GS....you guys listening?folks here....the entertainment/artsy client...
If I upload a BIMx Hyper-model to Public Domain rather than Private Folder, can I ever delete it? Can I move it to the Private folder later on? As for Private BIMx files. You don't need to use the BIMx Transfer site. Save it to a folder, send that fi...
I have a big project where I separated the layout book from the model due to file size.Now I want to save out a BIMx model with all the PDF documents, but because they are in a different file I can’t do it.Do any of you have any suggestion how to ove...
We have a full license of BIMx Docs ($75 iTunes). Which does allow us to share their ONE model including documents with that ONE client.Correct!? (see Pic)We tried sharing the BIMx Docs with a client it let them see the model but, did NOT let them se...
Hello, I created a BIMx file from a project I am working on. I am still using Archicad 17. When I tried to open the BIMX with "BIMX for Archicad" I got an error message stating that "BIMX file not supported. Please use ipad or iphone application". : ...
Hi! Some of our ArchiCAD section markers are not coinciding with the blue BIMX circle markers. Any ideas?
Hi! Please how do I avoid this error.Thanks.
Hi! How do you update the BIMX project on the cloud to avoid buying new licence for client they have a $9.99 licence, to repaying again?Thanks.
Hi! how I can show the picture of the building in the Hypermodel Index?Thanks
Try to export a BIMx model on Mac OS 10.8.5 with ArchiCad 17 using a trial version and this is what i get on the pull down menu. Even if try from the 3D window BIMx is not available in the File/Save As options either. Is this a Trial Version limitati...
In previous version of Bimx on the iPad when you clicked between gallery images the camera flew to the next image, which was excellent for presenting the whole model while maintaining only fixed camera positions. Now I have updated the app several ti...
Dear All, I use AC16. I would need to publish my project into BIMx hyper model (3D model + 2D documents) and share with my client. Is it possible with AC16? Thanks
Is there really a need for both or has SyD been made obsolete by BIMx Docs ?
Update, March 2015:BIMx Docs is now called BIMx PRO.Press Release:http://www.graphisoft.com/info/news/press_releases/bim-project-sharing-becomes-easier-with-bimx-update.htmlIntroductory clip:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYgV2NGzcFsWebinar recordin...
In saving BIMx for desktop (File:Save As: BIMx) the resulting model opens without the ability to navigate except moving and scrolling the mouse. No arrow keys, no lift and lower with Y & H, no toggling walk/fly mode etc. Oddly the background renders ...
Hello, I am experiencing image clipping in a BIMx model, images below. These are CADImage objects. It appears as if planes are overlapping/intersecting and color is being distorted by white "clipping" planes. Any advice greatly appreciated. Thank you...
Has anyone from GS made any statement or released a roadmap for how they plan to improve image quality in BIMx? Little concerned that the BIMx render-engine has remained relatively unchanged (on the surface level) from the old VBE days until now. I'd...
Just purchased a Sony Vaio as a portable archicad machine with the intention of enabling BimX to show clients etc. The Vaio has a touchscreen, so I was hoping to be able to navigate freely using that feature. The machine runs Windows 8.1, i7-4500U cp...
Dear Talkers, We decided to create a dedicated Forum for BIMx. The product is being constantly developed and updated and deserves its own forum now. Please post all BIMx (formerly known as VBE - Virtual Building Explorer, and known as Zermatt Engine ...
I like to present as existing and proposed plans and elevations side by side on sheet to allow easy comparison by the client.Is there any way to tell BIMX which plan to "grow" the 3D model from?
I'm confused … In Archicad A16 we could export from the 3d window to BIMx, and then once in the application BIMx we could view and check the file on the Mac, and above all make stand-alone files for Mac and Windows to give to clients, as well as the ...
Any wany to download hyper model from a private folder directly to the Iphone BIMx app without going through I tunes? Am trying to download as a newbie Client would....without many steps, sign in, logins, etc etc. and am in need of a simple way to do...
I attempt to publish a hyper BIMx model to the cloud so that my boss can get it on his ipad. I enter in correct log in information (my bosses) and it says that I cannot connect to the Graphisoft server. Is there a way to fix this. My coworker can upl...
We are wondering if anybody knows of any information regarding the BIM Info display in BIMx Hypermodels on iOS devices - we particularly interested in the display of other parameters (ArchiFM or IFC, etc.) and / or custom information... the idea bein...
How can I get to the download site from Bimx desktop viewer and look at the hypermodel on my laptop?Thanks Tom
How does one delete the hypermodel from the Iphone. Can't seem to find the magic button for that. Thanks.
I was sad to learn that it's disabled in the EDU version. Just wanted to know, how different its it from the explore mode in ArchiCAD generated using the OpenGL engine? Is it really that realistic? Why is it not disabled in ArchiCAD 16 as I heard?
My BIMx isn't working. I dont have an option to save a .bimx file from archicad. In the addon manager my bimx add on is in a red triangle icon and it tells me "Error while checking the environment". I'm with the archicad 17 educational version. I ins...
Hi all. I have a problem. Somebody can help me? Where is .bimx on save as window? I must do what for use bimx... I read all and just i cant start.. Thanks.
there is no bim explorer in the drop down file box in educational archicad 17 so that i can export a BIMx file.Anyone with similar issue?How do i remedy this?
We have saved views with a 90 degree rotation - when saving the hypermodel the plans are 90degrees out of alignment with the 3d model - suggestions to fix?
I'm just getting started with BIMx on my iPad and have a quick question. This may be covered elsewhere but here is my question. I have imported about a dozen 3d models into my BIMx player on my iPad, all work great but would like to remove some of th...
1. Can items in settings be set once and for all?For example, now I have to set navigation speed every time I open a Bim file.2. In older versions of Bimx, I was able to have shadows for hidden line rendering by setting the sun shadow to a negative v...
Any idea where 'd GI gone ? I am using latest Bimx built in AC17.
On the Bimx android version, the 3d cutting plane fonction will not cut a wall accessory, while it will cut the wall on which this accessory is applied. It is the same issue with some objects( Archistair objects, the elevator object, manubim multipic...
HI! Has anyone tried the Zeiss Cinematizer with BIMx as advertised by Graphisoft in this video?: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0imhLRlqRA I've checked Zeiss webpage and it seems that you need the motion sensor accesory as well as an adapter to plug...
Anyone else notice?… You can't sign in to a BIMx account on an iPhone as the BIMx.graphisoft.com website isn't optimized for use with an iPhone. Ironically,... I just received an email from GS titled: "A Revolution for BIM in Mobile?"
I just got a new Yoga2Pro ultra book and am having an issue with Bimx on it. When I run Bimx, it takes over the screen as usual and reduces the resolution. That's not great, but the real problem is that when I hit esc to bring up the menu, its's off ...
I need to share my model with a client in another country, but the obviously don't have AC. is there a viewer they can download or something like SU used to have? i keep seeing the BIMx thing, but so far i'm still not sure if it is what i should be u...
I've been playing with saving out BIMx Hyper Models and have a few issues I can't get resolved. For some reason I can NOT get my elevations and sections to show up as floating 3D markers on the 3D model. They are auto-rebuild source markers on the pl...
I've just uploaded a BIMx Hyper Model of a recent project and found that the floor plan sheets which have a plan that was rotated off axis are not aligned with the 3D model when used as overlays in the iPad viewing app. Other plans (site plan at smal...
Hi All,Is there a way to add custom information to objects converted to BIMx? Are there custom GDL parameters that can be listed in the 'Information' of an object in BIMx?Thanks,Danny
Hi,I am in the process of having an initial play in V17 with the latest version of bimX & bimx Docs.Last month I was at a seminar and we were shown a preview of bimX Docs, and on their version it had the option to play a preset path as an animation t...
Having problems uploading my files to he bimx portalI don't know how to allow bimxuploader access to the web? any thoughts?
In AC17 we now have the ability to Publish to BIMx files. This looks to be a great feature when combined with BIMx Hyper-docs but I can find any user guides or supporting information on how to set the publisher set up properly.Anyone seen a guide on ...
You guys might want to check this out, I think it is a pretty cool development of BIMx.It is called BIMx Docs and integrates 2D and 3D Viewing with hyperlinks:http://www.graphisoft.com/info/news/press_releases/bimx_docs_ios.htmlAlso:http://www.youtub...
Good day allI need to know if ArchiCad Start Edition save or export to BIMx?And if yes, is a BIMx license built in with the ACSE-2013 license or does it require the user to purchase a separate license for AC17? Is such a separate license for BIMx ava...
Hi, I'm using AC14 with VBE which works reasonably well for my purposes. I have downloaded BIMx which from a viewing point of view looks pretty much the same as VBE except I obviously can't save/export the file. I also download the BIMx android app h...
Has anyone else noticed the significant increase in time that it takes to 'save as' a simple model to BIMx in AC17? I would almost prefer saving down to v16 and 'exporting'. Instead of using 1 minute for a quick sample. It now takes about 5 min for t...
I still can't get BimX and GotoMeeting to work with AC17... It will show the initial view, but no navigation live....Anyone?
We have an AC16 file from which we created a BIMx model for our client, exported as .app file for them to view but they are not able to do so. Our OS 10.6.8. As the file size was quite large we uploaded it to our server and gave them access to downlo...
I note through reading the manual for the BIMx software that there are three options for lightmap options when using the GI lighting in the BIMx software. However i don't seem to have the option of changing it from default. Does anyone know if there ...
I would like to have a discussion about navigating in BIMx on an iPod. I have been using BIMx (Virtual Building Explorer) since it was created. The navigation for the MAC and PC are very intuitive. When instructing new clients I simply tell them to "...
Has anyone tried this yet? BIMx has a stereoscopic mode but does it actually work with an Oculus VR headset? My concern is BIMx's stereoscopic mode appears to simply be a split display, not something that is actually sending two distinct signals.
Has anyone else experienced this texture problem with BIMx 17? I used a .jpg texture file with a horizontal board pattern to create both a horizontal and vertical board Archicad surface. For the vertical surface I simply changed the texture angle to ...
Hi I am not sure if anyone has encountered the same problem. A project was originally made in AC16 recently migrated to AC17, and exported as a BimX model. While navigating around the surfaces started to 'split' and showing objects and walls behind, ...
Does anybody know how to set a step in a floor plan so that it works in BIMx when in walking mode?I have a step in my 3D model in AC17 which is modelled using a slab, but when i export as a BIMx file you cannot walk up it, you can jump up it and walk...
From what I understood from Kubus (dutch reseller) the option to save as .app and .exe has been removed from BIMx with ArchiCAD 17. The reason being if people receive those as email attachments, they end up in spam. I can understand that, but I would...
In android mobile/tablet, the model could be viewed with 3D cutplane. It's so strange this function could not be found in Bimx for windows system.
hey everyone, after i had installed the ArchiCAD 17, the add on manager in Archicad tells me there is an 'error while checking the environment' for BimX. And so the add-on doesnt work... i don't have options to save model from 3D window for BimXCan a...
where did the command go in 16 bring up 3d view and go >file > export to BIMx and it worked now in 17 cannot find the command-- did i not load something?
I have in interesting problem with BIMx 16. When I load it from Archicad it works fine, the model runs smoothly and i'm able to save out the file. But if I try and open that saved file it runs so slowly that it is impossible to navigate. Any thoughts...
I would like to send my engineer the 3d model so that he canunderstand the building better. Not sure which way to go though.I recently upgraded to AC17 and I think the BimX is included for 1 year with my Archiplus subscription is this what I should u...
As a previous owner of a VBE and latter a BIMx licence and on behalf of others who have invested in this product before AC17, what is Graphisoft proposing? Do we get a free upgrade to a new and improved BIMx in the future that only previous licence p...
Hi all ..I can't find Bimx(*.bim) in the save as dialogue panel ..but I found the Bimx for AC 17 in desktop and it work normally.thank you
Hi Guys,is it possible to export the video capture from with the Bimx model. I've recorded a fly through of the BIMx model within the file, now I would like to export it out so I can upload to Youtube or place on a website. Is this possible or do I n...
I just updated my BIMx viewer to the latest version (has the 3D cutaway feature)....now, the "black and white" setting is 'greyed out'? why?is there yet another more updated version?also...why does my "project list" VANISH each and everytime I update...
Is there a method to get any decent colors with bim-x? Does it use openGl internal engine or what?
well, with the development of the BIMx software for an ipad....this question came up:Q. while using the U3D format embedded inside of a PDF file, 3d imagery is available to the client (whomever) for viewing interactively.But...with the development of...
my question: we have ipads. we have the BIMx with the upgraded key to export a BIMx model information. Besides downloading the BIMx file from the BIMx Community website...how else do get the information in my ipad? Reason being is that, as usually th...
Does Graphisoft has any plans to publish bimx for windows phone 8 ?!t
