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What is vectorization?
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Vectorization
is the process of converting raster images/files to AutoCAD and
other format files. DesignPresentation starts with a blank document
and does the vectorization manually. We manually recreate AutoCAD
drawings based on the scanned image. Our AutoCAD output is truly
computerized in that it is "vectorized" because we actually
redraw it manually from scratch in AutoCAD. We guarantee 99.99%
accuracy in the final drawing. We can take your scanned text and
convert it into a Word or PDF/Acrobat document that is well formatted,
including hyperlinks, etc. Vectorized drawings are easy to store,
edit, update and transmit.
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Can DesignPresentation
vectorize scans for me?
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Yes, DesignPresentation converts
raster images (scanned images) to vector files (e.g. AutoCAD). |
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How do I submit my documents,
scans, drawings, etc. for conversion?
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You
can submit your project/files for conversion on-line or send by
fax to our toll free fax number 866-283-7796. To submit your project
online, please use our online order form.
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What should be the resolution
of the scanned image of the input document?
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The
most commonly used resolutions range from 200 to 400 dpi. Higher
resolution enables us to view more details, but the file size increases
accordingly. We feel that usually 300 dpi is sufficient for vectorization
purposes.
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What is a vectorizing
unit (VU)?
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CAD
Design
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A Vectorizing
Unit represents the time taken to vectorize a drawing. Our pricing
is simple and easy to understand. To calculate the pricing for Architectural
drawings we first figure out the number of vectorizing units required
for the drawing based on its size (see table below):
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Drawing
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Size
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9"
x 12" |
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11"
x 18" |
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18"
x 24" |
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24"
x 36" |
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30"
x 42" |
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36"
x 48" |
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PRESENTATIONS
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For PowerPoint and PageMaker
presentations one vectorizing unit is equivalent to 2 pages/slides. |
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TYPING
& DATA ENTRY
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For the typing and data entry
projects one vectorizing unit is equivalent to 10,000 keystrokes |
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Can I have separate
layers for text, dimension, body, etc.
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Yes, our AutoCAD output is
truly computerized in that it is "vectorized" because we
actually redraw it manually from scratch in AutoCAD.
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The key advantages
of our service are:
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- We normally create a drawing as a new file; the final output
is editable and will be in DXF or DWG format.
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Since we create a new file, we can create
as many layers as you require. We generate separate layers for
dimensions, text, body, hidden lines, and centerlines, etc.
- Text is separated and has its own layer and is recognizable
as text.
- Dimensions are intact and are shown by a separate layer.
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What other conversion
formats DesignPresentation can work on?
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In
addition to AutoCAD vectorization, DesignPresentation has the expertise
to do projects in:
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| • Catia
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• ArcInfo
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• Adobe
Acrobat |
• MS Excel |
| • I-DEAS |
• ArcView |
• Adobe Illustrator |
• MS Word |
| • MDT |
• AutoCAD MAP |
• Adobe PhotoShop |
• PageMaker |
| • MicroStation |
• CAD Overlay |
• CoralDraw |
• PowerPoint |
| • ProEngineer |
• MapInfo |
• QuarkXpress |
• Web Designing |
| • Solid Works |
• and other 2D and |
• HTML |
• Word Perfect |
| • SolidEdge |
3D CAD software formats |
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How do I buy credits?
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You
can buy credits using secured on-line PayPal service. You can also
pay by credit card, or by sending us a check or wire transfer. |
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