After you place the order for the Upgrade to Vectorworks Spotlight, we will send you an e-mail asking for the last 6 digits of the serial number of the Vectorworks license to upgrade. Make sure to have a related regular Vectorworks Spotlight license. Available only for US licenses.
Whether you work in lighting, scenic, event, TV, film, rigging, or exhibit design, Vectorworks Spotlight is the only solution with the flexibility to support your entire process.
Get ready to create your next unmatched experience with Vectorworks Spotlight, the industry-leading software for entertainment design. Since it first emerged on the global marketplace, Vectorworks Spotlight has provided 2D drafting and 3D modeling, realistic rendering, and integrated database worksheets. Today, the program continues to deliver greater capabilities, improved tools for the design and documentation of overhead stage rigging, enhanced stage creation abilities, lighting devices, graphical controls for event plans, and so much more. Start your design transformation today.
Imagine it. Design it. Document it.
Sketch, model, and document your design ideas with precision drafting capabilities and the most flexible 3D modeling engine available, powered by SIEMENS Parasolid. Choose from a huge library of lighting, audio, video, scenic, and rigging manufacturer content, and create light plots and automate paperwork to meet tight deadlines. |
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Discover the power of Previz
Add Vision to Spotlight and easily explore changes to your design and wow your clients. This cross-platform, intuitive software works with your console and equips you to design creatively and efficiently, giving you the power to previsualize and cue your shows at your fingertips. |
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Brace yourself for better analysis
The Braceworks™ add-on module for Vectorworks Spotlight provides design, production, and rigging professionals with an easy way to gauge the performance of temporary structures under load. This helps you ensure safety and compliance with engineering codes and standards with a single modeling, analysis, and documentation process. |
Stay Ahead Of The Curve
Vectorworks is advancing the use of emerging technologies (AR/VR, Point Cloud, Photogrammetry, Cloud Services) and making them accessible to everyone. You won’t merely keep up with the latest technologies, you’ll stay one step ahead. |
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Create Winning Designs
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Whether you work in lighting, scenic, film, event, or exhibit design, Vectorworks is the only solution with the flexibility to support your entire process.
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Precision Drawing | Creative Modeling | Reports & Coordination |
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Analysis with Braceworks | Previz with Vision | Graphics & Presentation |
Shared Cloud Folders | Export Unreal Datasmith | Edit GDTF Data | Smart Options Display |
Quick Search | Graphics Module Cache | Smart Markers | Materials |
Lighting Device Object | Structural Grids | Excel Import/Export | Cable Tools |
3D Modeling Enhancements | Project Sharing Server | ConnectCAD Device Placement | Detachable Tab Palettes |
Audio Tool Improvements | ConnectCAD Workflow Improvements | Duplicate Array and Move by Points | MVR & GDTF Updates |
Enscape for Vectorworks: Free Beta | Schematic Views | Graphics Module Improvements | Detailed Seating Sections |
Video Camera Object | DMX Patching | Vision Heat Map | Hinged Trusses |
Braceworks Improvements | Walk-through Animation | List Browser Direct Editing | Widget Groups |
Live Data Visualization | Data Tag Enhancements | Data Manager | History-Based Modelling |
Great Section Views | IFC Referencing | Revit Export | DXF/DWG Improvements |
Door and Window Improvements | Cloud Presentations | MVR Support in Vision | 2D Components for Hybrid Objects |
Image Effects | Clip Cube Viewport Option | Layer and Class Filtering | Data Tags |
AutoTURN Online | Graphics Module Support for Sheet Layers | Improved Collaboration with Revit | Improved PDF Workflows |
Title Block Coordination | My Virtual Rig (MVR) in Spotlight | Bridle Analysis | Instrument Numbering Command |
3D Modeling Improvements for Spotlight Objects | Braceworks Heat Map | Braceworks AutoConnect Enhancements | Replace Truss |
Vision Performance Gains | 3D Label Legend | Subdivision | Worksheets |
Speakers | Cable Tools | Paperwork | Cloud Publishing |
Title Block | Publish Command | Project Sharing | Sophisticated Unit Numbering |
Camera | Camera Match | Panoramas | Web View |
Deform | Soft Goods | Stairs & Stages | Seating Sections |
Video & Projection Screens | Integrated Light Plot Elements | Custom Lighting Devices | Import/Export |
Marionette | Augmented Reality | Surface Array | Rendering |
Multiple Drawing Views | Wall Component Control | Cable and Power Planning | Spotlight Improvements |
Enhancements for Schematic Views | Soft Goods Update | Truss Magnets | ConnectCAD Cable And Route Planning |
Device Tool Eyedropper Mode | Updates to Device Editing | Laser Visualization |
Vectorworks Service Select is a maintenance agreement that provides customers with several added benefits, including immediate upgrade of new product releases, the best pricing, priority technical support, VIP access to downloads, and an always-growing library of on-demand learning tutorials. You’ll also have the premier level of storage with Vectorworks Cloud Services at 20 GB (over the standard 2 GB).
Vectorworks Service Select is the best way to get the most out of your Vectorworks software with the lowest available price.
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One-year basic technical support |
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Upgrade to new releases at no additional charge |
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On-demand licensing |
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Unlimited access to on-demand training portal |
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Access to new libraries, textures, and more |
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Classroom and online training discount |
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Vectorworks Service Select subscribers get exclusive cloud benefits like expanded, 20 GB storage, automatically-generated drawing sheet PDFs, and useful file histories that make it even easier to design anytime, anywhere.
Vectorworks Spotlight includes 12 months FREE technical support directly from Vectorworks. Vectorworks Technical Support is available to all registered users by fax, by e-mail and by phone from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm EST.
Download your full installation of Vectorworks Trials and Updates.
The Vectorworks Viewer is a FREE value-added benefit to Vectorworks users. The Viewer enables those who do not own the program to look at and print projects created in Vectorworks. And, it allows on-line collaboration between designers and clients during the creative process.
Which version of Vectorworks is right for you?
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Lighting Design |
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Landscape Design |
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Advanced Rendering |
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Manufacturer's system requirements are generally the bare minimum that you need to run the software and insufficient for effective and productive operation of the product.
Our suggested "real world" mid-range desktop system key specifications to properly run Vectorworks are as follows:
Novedge, in partnership with High Speed Computing, can also provide the perfect hardware for your design needs, pre-installed with your software, at a very competitive price. Contact us to discuss custom-configured workstations and laptops.
Suggested Workstation
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CPU: Intel Core i7 |
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