The EASE and EASE JR 3D modeling program is based upon the well known X, Y, Z Coordinate system which identifies each point’s location relative to a 0, 0, 0 reference point.

Even those unfamiliar with the X,Y,Z Coordinate system will find that becoming adept with its use is a snap with EASE and EASE JR because of their outstanding graphic capabilities and wide array of modeling tools. An X, Y, Z Icon identifies the 0, 0, 0 point and green, red and blue lines indicate the positive X, Y, Z directions. Split Screens, Snap-To-Grids, Turn, Rotate, Zoom and Drag commands allow the user to view the room from any angle and contribute to the programs ease of use.

Modeling tools include Duplicate, Displace (move) and Extrude commands. Other commands allow linear or curved loudspeaker arrays to be quickly and easily added to the room.

The EASE 3D modeling program also includes a Symmetry mode. When it is turned on, items entered on one side of the room are automatically entered into the other side of the room. In many rooms this feature cuts the modeling time in half. You only have to model _ the room, EASE does the other half.

The models are built in much the same fashion actual rooms are built, point-by-point and face-by-face until the room is completed. Typically the floor is modeled first and then the walls are added, quite often by simply extruding the edges of the floor upward. The ceiling or roof usually is added last. Architectural details, such as doors and windows, are then added if desired.

A 100 page Tutorial is supplied with the program and guides new users through the modeling process step-by-step, while explaining the various approaches and short cuts that are available.