Legacy ConstructiVision¶
Warning
IRON CURTAIN SECTION — Legacy Only
Everything under Legacy ConstructiVision is intentionally separated from the modern repository narrative. It documents historical behavior and artifacts inferred from older media and may not reflect current functionality.
Treat these notes as reverse-engineered observations, not authoritative specifications.
Contents¶
v3.60 & Earlier
- Legacy ConstructiVision Versions: Comprehensive Analysis
- Overview
- Quick Reference Guide
- Executive Summary: v3.60 → v7.0(patch) Transition
- Architectural Changes & Assumptions
- New Features in v11
- Category 1: Professional Documentation (NEW)
- Category 2: Cross-Platform/Version Support (NEW)
- Category 3: Modern User Interface (NEW)
- Category 4: New Feature: Rebar Management (NEW)
- Category 5: New Feature: Site Management (NEW)
- Category 6: Enhanced Input Dialogs (NEW)
- Category 7: Windows System Integration (NEW)
- Key Architectural Insights
- Feature Addition Summary
- Migration Considerations
- Documentation Cross-References
- Key Takeaways
- Questions to Explore Further
- Document Version
- How to Use These Documents
- ConstructiVision v3.60 Documentation
- Core Documentation
- Installation & Distribution
- Version Comparison
- Architecture Summary
- Module Organization
- Related Documentation
- Contents
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- Legacy ConstructiVision v3.60 Installer and Payload
- v3.60 file catalog
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- ConstructiVision v3.60 Module Documentation
- Legacy Installer Analysis
- Document Metadata
v7.0
Analysis & Comparison
- Version Comparisons
- v3.60 vs v7.0
- Key Differences Summary
- Architecture Evolution
- Module Loading Comparison
- Contents
- CSV.lsp Version Comparison (v3.60 vs v7.0)
- Complete File Analysis: v3.60 Installer vs v7.0(patch) Payload
- ConstructiVision v3.60 vs v7.0 - Complete Module Comparison
- Source Code Comparison: v3_60/v3.60 vs v7.0(patch)
- File Diff: v3.60 Installer vs v11 Patch (Source Payload)
- ConstructiVision Module Documentation - Final Status Report
- Final Documentation Verification - v3.60 vs v7.0
- Legacy Documentation Reorganization - Verification Report
- Related Documentation
Developer Reference
- Developer Notes
- File Types Dictionary
- AutoLISP Compilation Architecture
- Menu System Architecture
- File Creators Dictionary
- 7-Zip
- AutoCAD
- AutoCAD CUI Editor
- AutoCAD dbConnect
- AutoCAD Migration Utility
- AutoCAD Plot Style Manager
- AutoCAD Tool Palettes
- Autodesk Help Compiler
- Cameras / Digital Imaging Devices
- COMPRESS.EXE
- ConstructiVision
- Delphi / Embarcadero RAD Studio
- Help Workshop (HCW.EXE)
- Image Editors (Generic)
- InstallShield
- InstallShield IDE
- Macromedia Director
- MAKECAB.EXE
- Microsoft Paint
- ObjectARX SDK
- REGEDIT
- Text Editors (Generic)
- Visual C++ / Visual Studio
- Visual LISP IDE
- Windows Explorer
- WinZip
- WiX Toolset
- Summary Tables
- File Consumers Dictionary
- 7-Zip
- Adobe Acrobat / PDF Readers
- AutoCAD
- AutoCAD Help System
- AutoCAD LISP Engine
- AutoCAD Menu System
- AutoCAD Plotting System
- ConstructiVision
- DWG Viewers
- EXPAND.EXE
- Image Viewers
- InstallShield Runtime
- PDF Readers
- Recovery Processes
- REGEDIT / Windows Registry
- Shockwave Player
- Unshield
- Windows
- Windows Explorer
- Windows Help (WinHelp / WINHLP32.EXE)
- Windows Installer (MSI)
- Windows Setup / Device Installation
- WinZip
- Summary Tables
- Developer Environment Setup
- Quick Start: Minimum Viable Environment
- Primary Development Environment (Windows 10/11)
- Legacy Development Environment (Virtual Machine)
- Installer Analysis & Creation
- ARX Binary Analysis
- Tool-Specific Setup Guides
- Environment Variables Reference
- Directory Structure Recommendation
- Troubleshooting
- Summary: What You Need
- VLX Compilation & Verification Guide
- AutoCAD Web Migration Guide
- Compatibility Matrix
- Migration Paths
- Step 1: Autodesk Developer Network (ADN) Membership
- Step 2: Autodesk Platform Services (APS) Account
- Step 3: Autodesk App Store Account
- Step 4: Code Signing Certificate
- Step 5: Convert AutoLISP to JavaScript (Web)
- Step 6: Design Automation (Server-Side)
- Step 7: App Store Submission
- Timeline Estimate
- Cost Summary
- Decision Matrix: Desktop vs Web vs Design Automation
- Related Documentation
- Contents
Product Documentation
- ConstructiVision User Manual
- Introduction
- License Agreement
- Limited Warranty
- Installation
- Product Support
- On-Line Support
- Program Options
- Batch Utilities
- Panel
- Main Panel Details
- Standard Opening
- Recess / Blockout
- Man Door
- Dock Leveler
- Pilaster / Lintel
- Ledger / Top Plate
- Chamfer
- Feature Strip
- Slab Dowels
- Weld Connections
- Pick Points
- Brace Points
- Standard Opening
- Recess / Blockout
- Man Door
- Dock Leveler
- Pilaster / Lintel
- Ledger / Top Plate
- Roof Line
- Roof Line
- Ledger / Top Plate
- Chamfer
- Feature Strip
- Slab Dowels
- Weld Connections
- Pick Points
- Brace Points
- Batch Utilities
- Site Drawing Options
- Registration Manager
- Data Entry Methods
- Dimensioning Conventions
- Miscellaneous
- About ConstructiVision