This page has direction on adding and editing lighting in the outdated version of ClosetCADPro (prior to July 2023). This page will be available until all California Closets locations are switched to the most recent version.
Lighting is a great way to help illuminate clothing in a closet, to provide task lighting to an office, or accent lighting to a media center, or is generally useful in most other spaces. Our LED lighting is available in several different applications and in various styles.
The lighting program in ClosetCADPro was developed in alignment with the Lighting Designers Notebook, so always reference it for more information and specifications on lighting. Ask your manager for details.
ADD LIGHTING
ClosetCADPro is built to understand what type of application is being used based on where it is being added to.
Select Light App from the Lighting pull down in the parts menu. Move the cursor over the desired shelf, pole or partition.
The lighting automatically defaults to the suggested application type. Lighting applications initially show as yellow or green and will display the a label/code.
Left click to place the light. The tool remains on until the user right clicks to turn the tool off. Lighting will turn red once placed, and there will be a warning for No Switch.
There will also be a warning for No Power Source, which indicates that a required plug or power source has not been assigned.
There is more information on the different types of lighting codes and applications<LINK>, as well as switching and power <LINK>, linked at the end of this page.
Here is an example of multiple light types/applications added to several different parts and components.
Lighting requires full-system backing (with few exceptions) and access to a power source. <LINK> When in doubt, contact your manager or plan reviewer for more information on lighting requirements.
When adding lighting, the program automatically switches into Lighting View Mode. Users must be in lighting mode to add or edit lighting, but can go back to Standard View Mode if wanting to edit anything else. Standard mode ignores lighting and hides lighting labels.
If adding vertical strip lighting to partitions, they will be bound in height by fixed shelves. If adding to slanted shoe shelving, users must add lighting to the partitions BEFORE adding the shelving. However, if using adjustable or glass shelves, lighting will span the entire height.
Bottom Cap and Top Cap lighting are added in the respective heading in Properties [Comp] rather than using the light application. Turn the bottom and/or top cap on first, then click Enabled under the desired lighting drop down to turn the lighting on. Once enabled, more fields will appear for further editing.
Bottom Cap | Top Cap |
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The lighting will realistically renders in the 3D view. Here are some samples of the lighting applications in 3D:
EDIT LIGHTING
Remember, you must be in the Lighting View Mode to move, delete or edit the light.
Lighting moves and deletes like other parts. To move a light, either double click to move, or right click and select Move. When moving the light to another location, it may switch the application type to coordinate with the new location. To delete the light, right click and select Delete.
To edit lighting, right click on the light and select Properties [Part]. The options to edit will vary depending on the application/type of lighting that is selected. Here are some of the fields users will come across in the different lighting properties:
| 1 | APPLICATION | Switch between different suggested applications. The options will be based on the location and assumed purpose of that light. |
| 2 | SWITCH | Dictates how the light will be controlled. Select a remote <LINK>, an exterior switch (if the customer wants to hardwire the lighting to an existing wall switch), or a physical switch <LINK>that has been manually placed into the design. |
| 3 | TYPE | The exact type of lighting which coordinates with the selected application. Typically, may see options such as ribbon or puck. |
| 4 | MOUNT | How that specific type of light will be installed on that part. Typically, may see options such as recessed or surface. |
| 5 | STYLE | If there are different styles for the light type, change it here. For instance, puck lights may come in round or square style options. |
| 6 | FINISH | The finish will coordinate with the style selected and will vary depending on what type of light is selected. |
| 7 | INTENSITY | Select an intensity that reflects what that light’s purpose is – Task, ambient, accent, etc. Typically, will see options for High or Medium. More detail found in the Lighting Designer Notebook. |
| 8 | TEMP | Selecting between warm and cool will change the look and feel of that light in the space, especially with the finishes of the components. This is measured in Kelvins, which is explained in more detail in the Lighting Designer Notebook. |
| 9 | WATTAGE | This can be used for reference, and automatically populates based on the other lighting selection and edits. |
| 10 | QUANITITY | If puck lights are the type, how many are desired on that part. |
| 11 | DIST TO FRONT | How far from the front of the shelf or partition, for instance, is the light to be installed? This is measured in millimeters. |
| 12 | OFFSET LEFT/RIGHT | How far from the sides of the shelf is the light to be installed, or run in length? This is measured in millimeters. On Ribbon lights, this will adjust the end points of the light. |
RELATED PAGES:
Power Sources, Switching & Remotes <LINK>
Lighting Applications & Codes <LINK>