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The PLP-1000 (PlantPredict Layout) is an array layout drawing that combines your site design with high-level system and location information. It provides a fast and easy way to generate a professional array layout drawing that can be used as a formal deliverable in solar developer or engineering workflows.

Overview

The PLP-1000 report is accessible from the Header Bar in the Map Builder by clicking the PLP-1000 button. This opens the configuration interface where you can customize the layout appearance and report details before generating a PDF download.
PLP-1000 Configuration Interface

PLP-1000 Configuration Interface


Configuration Options

The PLP-1000 configuration panel provides the following options to customize your layout drawing:

PLP-1000 Base Layer

Select the background imagery for your layout:

PLP-1000 Layers

Toggle the visibility of various design layers on your layout:

Report Details

Configure the project information that appears on the layout drawing:

Map View Controls

The map preview within the configuration interface can be adjusted before export:
  • Zoom In / Zoom Out — Adjust the zoom level to show more or less detail
  • Pan — Click and drag to reposition the map view
  • Recenter — Adjust the view to ensure all relevant design elements are visible
The white border visible in the configuration interface represents the exact area that will be exported to the PDF. Position and zoom the map to ensure all desired elements are visible within this border.

Generating the Layout

Once you have configured the desired options:
  1. Adjust the map view to position your design within the white border
  2. Fill in the Report Details fields with project information
  3. Click Download PLP-1000 to generate and download the PDF
The generated PDF is formatted for 11” x 17” printing and includes:
  • The array layout map with selected layers
  • Location map showing the site position
  • Project Developer information
  • Project Site Description (hectares, coordinates, elevation)
  • Solar Production details (mounting type, azimuth, voltage, GCR)
  • Photovoltaic System Parameters (MWac, MWdc, DC:AC ratio)
  • PlantPredict branding and document ID
PLP-1000 PDF Output

PLP-1000 PDF Output Example