Creating arrays

You can create and define characteristics of new arrays with the Array Builder. To launch the Array Builder, click on the icon at the top left of the screen.

Using the Array Builder

You can create and define characteristics of new arrays with the Array Builder . To launch the Array Builder, click on the icon at the top left of the screen.

Add X1 or X2 modules

To choose which type of module you would like to add, use the Product Line dropdown in the array builder. Arrays can only be created with either X1 or X2 , and module types cannot be combined within the same array.

Configuring an array

Name your new array, the name can be changed later by double clicking the name of the array in the library or Active Preset Panel. The Array Builder displays the arrangement and module types in the Array. Increase or decrease the rows and columns to adjust your array’s size and shape. The Array defaults to a 1x1 MD96 array. For X1 Arrays, you can select one or multiple Modules and change the module type with the Select Module Type options at the bottom of the Array Builder

• Light Blue cells are MD96 modules
• Dark Blue cells are MD80-S modules

To add X2 modules, change to X2 in the Product Line dropdown to select MD30 modules.

• Yellow cells are X2 MD30 modules

Once you have customized the size and composition of the new array, click Add to create it. Your new array is placed at the origin point (0,0,0).

Adding Rigging Spacing

In HOLOPLOT Plan, the rigging configuration of your arrays can affect the accuracy of your simulation. Understanding when and how to use rigging spacing is essential for reflecting the real-world behavior of your setup.

X1 Arrays: Rigging Spacing Toggle

By default, X1 arrays are designed to be rigged, which is indicated by the Rigging Spacing toggle in the software. When this toggle is activated, it adds 36mm width & 3mm height spacing between the individual modules. This adjustment ensures that the simulation accurately reflects the behavior of a rigged array.

• When to Use the Rigging Spacing Toggle: If your design includes rigged X1 arrays, keep the toggle active for accurate simulation results.

• Ground Stacking or Custom Rigging: If you plan to ground stack your X1 array or use a custom rigging solution, deactivate the Rigging Spacing toggle. This ensures that the array configuration matches your intended setup.

X2 Arrays: No Rigging Spacing Needed

X2 arrays have built-in rigging, so there’s no need to manually adjust rigging spacing or worry about the toggle when working with X2 arrays. The software automatically accounts for the necessary spacing in your design.

Editing arrays

To edit an array, simply head to the array in the Properties Panel and select the edit button next to the array. Click on the edit icon to modify the number of modules in the array.

To learn more about importing arrays from SketchUp, check out the guide on importing arrays from SketchUp.