VidCAD Products
Program Features
VidCAD Explorer
Primary VidCAD toolsets for creating and managing Companies, Projects, Drawings, catalog items, settings, templates, and much more
Rack Builder
Drag and drop toolset for arranging equipment on racks
VidCAD Reporter
Automated tools for creating reports and labels
VidCAD Project Import/Export
Export and Import Projects to the same database (as a copy of a Project) or to a different database
Drawing Copy*
Use a diagram drawing as a template for creating an identical layout in any project
Jetbuilt Import/Export
Transfer project data between VidCAD Phoenix and Jetbuilt
Catalog re-Model
Replace an equipment model in a Project with another model from the Catalog and automatically update all drawings and documentation
Unlimited Custom Data
Create unlimited custom data fields to enter and track data for companies, projects, drawings, catalog items or project items
Custom Templates & Styles
Edit Templates for Equipment, Cables and much more to meet requirements
Global Editing
Make needed changes in a single location and these will update across all drawings and documentation
Multi Cable Create*
Create multiple cables simultaneously
Consultant Cables*
Simplified cables for consultant drawings that do not specify cable type or connectivity
Floorplan Symbols*
Toolset for adding symbols to architectural floorplans
Drawing Types
Concept Drawings
Signal flow drawings
Diagram Drawings
Also called schematics or functionals
2D Rack Drawings*
2D rack elevations
Database Compatibility
Microsoft SQL Server (2014-2019)**
Drawing Engine Compatibility
BricsCAD Pro (v21-v22)***
AutoCAD (2021-2023)***
Visio (Professional 16 or 19, or Online Plan 2)
Setup Options
Standalone Workstation Setup
Network (Shared) Setup
Support & Updates
Support****
Contact the VidCAD Support Team for assistance via chat, email, or phone
Program Updates****
VidCAD Orientation
3 videos: customization guide, basic training and reporting essentials
VidCAD Mastermind
VidCAD Users' site that contains resources for using VidCAD Phoenix, including additional templates, user guides, videos, and some bonus materials for current users
*Not yet available for use in Microsoft® Visio drawings
**VidCAD Phoenix is distributed with Microsoft® SQL Server Express 2014
***VidCAD Phoenix is only compatible with BricsCAD Pro or higher or a full AutoCAD license. BricsCAD Lite and AutoCAD LT are not compatible options.
****Support and Update plans are available for renewal after the first year