To get started with HTM, you will need to import the required unit(s) into your building model. The units are represented in the VE by components – when placed into a room, the room will automatically be updated to make use of the HTM unit. You can import the units by clicking on the Import the required HTM® systems from library item in the navigator – this will open the Add Components From Library window with the Monodraught HTM® library pre-selected:
There are two types of unit that you can import into the VE – HTM FS or HTM F+. Details on selecting which type of unit would be best suited for your usage are given in HTM Background or should be discussed with Monodraught (see Appendix C: About Monodraught Ltd. for contact details). You can review the overview of each unit by clicking on it – this will also allow you to download the product datasheet.
To import the units, click on the checkbox next to the type(s) you want, then click on the Import Checked Components button. This will then copy the relevant component(s) into your model’s component library, making them ready to be assigned to rooms. In addition to the unit(s) themselves, the first import of an HTM unit to the model will also import some ancillary data that can be used when setting up your room openings (louvres and windows) prior to assignment:
· Standard MacroFlo opening types for louvres and windows
Note: If you do not require the MacroFlo opening types, they can be manually removed from your model after import using standard MacroFlo functionality if you have not already assigned them to windows or doors in the model .
· Standard Monodraught Quantum Damper construction for HTM louvres (this will be automatically applied when a door is set as an HTM louvre).
Once the units have been imported, you can close the Add Components From Library window by clicking on the Close button.
