Getting Started and Whats New in Version 10

Synchro Studio
with Warrants and TripGen
Getting Started and What’s New in Version 10

Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, & TripGen 10 Updated July 13, 2017
Getting Started and What’s New
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 1-2
LICENSE OPTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
READER VERSIONS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
Synchro ............................................................................................................................................................................. 1-2
SimTraffic .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
3D Viewer.......................................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Warrants ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
TripGen ............................................................................................................................................................................. 1-3
CHAPTER 2 – OPERATING SYSTEM AND SOFTWARE PREREQUISITES .............................................................................. 2-1
BASIC REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................................................ 2-1
WINDOWS 7/8/10 PREREQUISITES .............................................................................................................................................. 2-1
CHAPTER 3 – INSTALLING SYNCHRO STUDIO 10 ............................................................................................................. 3-1
TO ACTIVATE SYNCHRO STUDIO 10, WARRANTS 10, AND TRIPGEN 10 ............................................................................................... 3-5
TO DEACTIVATE SYNCHRO STUDIO 10, WARRANTS 10, AND TRIPGEN 10 ............................................................................................ 3-7
TO VIEW SAMPLE FILES .............................................................................................................................................................. 3-7
LIST OF SAMPLE FILES ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-7
CHAPTER 4 - WHAT’S NEW IN SYNCHRO AND SIMTRAFFIC ............................................................................................. 4-1
RIBBON BAR ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4-1
HCM 6TH EDITION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4-3
Signalized Intersections .................................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Two-Way Stop Control (TWSC) and All-Way Stop Control (AWSC) Intersections ............................................................. 4-6
Roundabouts ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
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Updated July 13, 2017 Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, & TripGen 10
Chapter 1 – Introduction
Welcome to Version 10, the latest release of the Synchro Studio, Warrants, and TripGen software applications.
Trafficware's software suite is a complete solution for analysis, optimization and simulation of roadway networks. Using
Synchro Studio, traffic professionals can easily analyze capacity and timing optimization as well as simulate, check and
fine-tune traffic signal operations. With Warrants, the user can check the need for a traffic signal based on user input
traffic volumes. TripGen is an easy to use tool that determines the estimated number of trips generated by a variety of
ITE land use categories.
License Options
Trafficware offers the following purchase options.
• Synchro Studio 10 (Synchro, SimTraffic, 3D Viewer and SimTraffic CI)
• Synchro/SimTraffic 10 (includes SimTraffic CI software)
• Synchro/SimTraffic 10 Light (includes SimTraffic CI software)
• 3D Viewer 10
• Warrants 10 (Not part of Synchro Studio)
• TripGen 10 (Not part of Synchro Studio)
The Getting Started Guide, Synchro Studio 10 User Guide, Warrants 10 User Guide, and TripGen 10 User Guide
together provide information on the full product line. Depending on your license level, you may not have access to the
full features of the Studio Suite 10, Warrants 10, or TripGen 10. Contact Trafficware for details on licensing or visit
http://www.trafficware.com/synchro-store.html.
Reader Versions
Upon successfully downloading and installing the software, users have the option to use a read-only version of those
applications that were not purchased. The following section highlights each of the software applications.
Synchro
The Reader version can be used to preview data and perform limited functions within the software. Managers often use
this mode to review the work of their co-workers, or agencies to review the work of their consultants. Report creation
is not available, and files may not be edited or saved.
SimTraffic
The Reader version can be used to playback prerecorded history files. This allows unlicensed users to view animation
files. If you would like to share a SimTraffic animation with a colleague or run an animation on a laptop, install and use
Synchro and SimTraffic in the Reader mode. The Reader can view the animations but not make changes. You will need
the following files to run a prerecorded SimTraffic animation:
1. The Synchro Data file (SYN)
2. The SimTraffic Parameters file (SIM)
3. The History file (HST)
4. Timing or volume data files, if data access is used.
5. The Synchro/SimTraffic download file (setup.exe).
The Reader Version of the software must be the same version number as was used to record the .hst file(s). Check
installation version within the software by selecting Help>About Synchro/SimTraffic.
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3D Viewer
The Reader version can be used only to view the sample file prepared by Trafficware, which is located in the Trafficware
directory. The purpose of this file is to demonstrate the capabilities of the 3D Viewer application.
Warrants
The Reader version can be used to open the Warrants sample file prepared by Trafficware in order to view the various
functions within the software, including viewing individual warrants to determine if they have been met.
TripGen
The Reader version can be used to open the TripGen sample files prepared by Trafficware in order to view the various
functions within the software, including adding land uses (a limited list is included in the Reader version) to calculate
the number of expected trips via the average rate or equation.
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Chapter 2 – Operating System and Software Prerequisites

Synchro requires a few software prerequisites to operate. This section highlights these requirements.
Basic Requirements
This section summarizes a few requirements related to the computer‘s set-up that should be reviewed prior to installing
Synchro 10.
• Ensure Admin Rights have been allowed at the user level
• Hard drive cannot be compressed or encrypted
• Itanium drives are not supported
Windows 7/8/10 Prerequisites

If you have a computer running Windows 7, 8, or 10 operating system, please modify the UAC settings prior to
installation. After installation, the UAC settings can be reverted back if desired.
1. Go to Control Panel.
2. Select the “System and Security Icon”
3. Select the “Change User Account Control Settings” from the Action Center (or Security and Maintenance, in Windows
10).
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4. Pull down the scroll bar to the bottom.
5. Click OK to close the User Account Control Settings window.

6. REBOOT to have changes to security take effect.
7. Install and Activate as directed.
8. Once installation and activation have been completed, return to the Control Panel and set your security to the
highest setting, if so desired.
9. REBOOT to have changes to security take effect.
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Chapter 3 – Installing Synchro Studio 10

This section guides you through the installation process for Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10.
If this is an upgrade, make sure that the Synchro Studio version 9 software is installed prior to installing version
10. Please refer to the previous section regarding the UAC settings before completing the following steps.
Synchro 10 can be downloaded by visiting the Trafficware website, online.trafficware.com/downloads .

The Installation Wizard will guide you through the installation process (after you download the setup file). It is
recommended that you close all other applications before starting installation. Press [Next] to begin.
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1. Read the license agreement carefully.
Select the [I Agree] button to accept the terms of the license agreement and proceed with the installation. You must
accept the license agreement to install Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10.
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2. The Installation Wizard saves all files to the default directory C:\Program Files (x86)\Trafficware.
Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10 are now ready to install. Select the [Install] button to install in the
selected directory.
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3. When the installation is complete, you will be promoted to reboot your computer. It is recommended that you do
this immediately, but you may reboot manually later. Select the [Finish] button to exit the Installation Wizard.
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To Activate Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10

When you activate Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10 activate under the user’s profile on the
laptop/PC. Log on to the laptop/PC as the User Profile of the individual that will be using Synchro Studio 10,
Warrants 10, and TripGen 10.
1. Select the Start Menu, then choose Programs→Trafficware→Synchro 10 (3D Viewer 10, Warrants 10, TripGen 10)
or double click on the shortcut from your desktop.
2. Read the license agreement carefully.
Check the ‘I Accept the Trafficware® License Agreement and Microsoft ® Bing ™ Maps Terms of Use’ box to proceed.
Select [Activate] to proceed with the activation. Press [Reader] if you want to use the reader version. The reader
version will allow you to try out the features by viewing the sample files. The sample files are located in the
directory where you have installed Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10. You will not be able to create
your own network if activated in reader mode.
3. The first time using Synchro (3D Viewer, Warrants, TripGen), you will be asked to activate your software. Enter the
requested information within the Application Activation dialog box shown below.
The information entered in the Application Activation dialog is used to setup the profile for online support
with Trafficware. Be sure to enter the information for the individual that will be using the software.
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The License Key is provided by Trafficware and will be shown on your license certificate and will be emailed to you.
The License Key is in the format (Serial Number / Company Name - Product Key).
To ensure accurate entry into the Application Activation dialog, copy the entire string from your email
message and paste into the License Key box.
The entries with the asterisk (*) are required to activate the software.
After entering the necessary information, select [OK].
4. The next dialog gives you two options to activate and an option to activate later.
‘Activate using the Internet’ is the preferred method for activating your software. Choose this option and select [OK]
to automatically and quickly activate your software. Use the ‘Activate Later’ option to work with Synchro Studio,
Warrants, and TripGen during the grace period.
The grace period is forty-five days from the date of your order. When activating via the internet, a message
may appear indicating that the invoice has not been paid.
If you do not have an internet connection, use the ‘Activate by Phone’ option and press [OK]. Follow the instructions
on the Phone Activation dialog. Before calling, make sure the invoice has been paid and have your license key
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available. Trafficware staff will ask for the Machine Key listed in the Phone Activation dialog. With this information,
an Activation Code will be provided.
To Deactivate Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10

A Synchro license is activated to one user. You can de-activate on your primary user and move to another user.
1. Select the Start Menu, then choose Programs→Trafficware→Synchro 10 (3D Viewer, Warrants, TripGen) or
double-click on the shortcut from your desktop.
2. From Synchro, choose Help→License Key.
3. Make a copy of your full License Key.
4. Choose the [Deactivate] button and write down the Deactivation Code.
5. Call Trafficware at (281) 240-7233, option 1 during business hours with the Deactivation Code. Or email the
code to sales@trafficware.com.
BE CAREFUL, this will deactivate your software on your machine. Once deactivated, you will need to
contact Trafficware to reactivate on your laptop or PC. Please be sure to time this during normal business
hours of 8:30am-4:00pm (CST) M-F.
To View Sample Files

Synchro Studio, Warrants, and TripGen come with sample files so that you can see how street networks are
modeled. To view the sample files:
1. From Synchro, choose the File→Open command.
2. Navigate to the C:\Program Files (x86)\Trafficware\Version10\Sample Files folder.
3. Select a file from the list.
4. Review the “Synchro Studio 10 Examples.pdf” document (installed in the Trafficware directory) to see how
these files were created.
List of Sample Files

The sample files are located in the Trafficware\Version 10\Sample Files directory. The table below is a listing of the
files with a brief description. The column “HCM 6th Edition Compliant” indicates if the sample conforms to the HCM 6th
Edition signalized intersection, TWSC, AWSC, or roundabout analysis methods. If the answer is “No”, then the sample
file cannot be viewed in the HCM 6th Edition Settings Screen of Synchro.
HCM 6th
Sample File Name Description Edition Notes
Compliant
Coding elements for an All- This example matches the HCM 6th
HCM_AWSC_Example Way Stop Control T- Yes Edition, Chapter 32 – AWSC
Intersection. Example 1.
Coding elements for a Two-
This example matches the HCM 6th
Way Stop Control intersection
HCM_TWSC_Example Yes Edition, Chapter 32 – TWSC
with flared approaches and
Example 3.
median storage.
Coding elements for a Two- The Example matches the HCM 6th
HCM_TWSC Ped_
Way-Stop-Control intersection Yes Edition, Chapter 32 – TWSC
Example
with pedestrian analysis. Example 2.
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HCM 6th
Compliant
Single Lane Coding elements for single lane This example matches the HCM 6th
Yes
Roundabout roundabout with bypass lanes Edition, Chapter 33 - Example 3.
Coding elements for dual lane
Dual Lane This example matches the HCM 6th
roundabout without bypass Yes
Roundabout Edition, Chapter 33 - Example 2.
lanes
Diverging Diamond
Interchange (DDI), also known
Includes a closely spaced frontage
as a Double Crossover
99 diverging road intersection. Notice the use of
Diamond Interchange No
diamond3 the Link Offset (Simulation
www.fhwa.dot.gov/publication
Settings) at the DDI intersections.
s/research/safety/09054/inde
x.cfm
Displaced Left Turn
Intersection (DLT), also known
as Continuous Flow Synchro allows intersections to be
Intersection (CFI), using all grouped (clustered). The center
DLT Step 4 Signal
four quadrants No intersection is set as unsignalized
Timing
and all directions have sign control
https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/pu set to “Free”.
blications/research/safety/09
055/
The EBR and WBR begin 5 seconds
The EBR and WBR have a Hold after the EBT and WBT. This allows
Leading Peds phase 5, used to mimic a No the EB/WB ped phase to get a 5
leading pedestrian interval second head start prior to the
conflicting rights.
This file was created with two
Example of a Super Street parallel E/W links. Node 100 and
signalized network 240 are the signalized U-turn
Super Street,
www.fhwa.dot.gov/publication No intersections. Notice that the cycle
Signalized
s/research/safety/04091/10.c can vary for the EB and WB
fm#c1025 directions, thus allowing good
progression in both directions.
Notice the modified Ring & Barrier
Tucson concurrent Example of concurrent lagging
No Designer. This ensures that the
lagging lefts lefts as used in Tucson, AZ
lagging lefts run concurrently.
The two intersections in the “dog-
leg” are tied to the same controller,
by using the Cluster Editor in
Coding for grouping two
Synchro. Notice the Splits and
2 Inter One Controller intersections using one No
Phasing diagram in the Timing
controller
Settings screen. It shows the
phasing design for both
intersections together.
This example illustrates the use of
Example of a multiple
6 Leg Intersection No barrier 3 to model the diagonal
approach intersection
intersection.
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HCM 6th
Compliant
This example is a basic two-phase
intersection. Note that Synchro
Example illustrating
Basic 2P w Porkchops Yes cannot analyze unsignalized right-
channelized islands
turns; it is for simulation in
SimTraffic.
Simple 4-leg intersection with This is a basic example using a
Basic 2-Phase Yes
basic 2-phase operation. pretimed controller.
Includes vehicle mix, buildings,
Demo3D Yes Requires 3D Viewer
etc.
This example illustrates the use of
the cluster editor and the ring and
A diamond interchange coding
Diamond – Leading barrier designer. In addition, notice
example (also known as a No
Alt the Link OD use for the internal
Texas Diamond operation)
E/W movements to reduce
unrealistic turns.
The example uses the cluster
editor, ring and barrier designer
and Link OD volumes as done in the
A diamond intersection with
above example. Also, notice the
Diamond Lag Lag lagging left-turns at both No
unique coding of the EB and WB
intersections
left turns. You can see that the
storage lane begins upstream of the
first intersection.
As with the other diamonds, this
example uses the cluster editor and
A diamond intersection where ring and barrier designer. Also,
Diamond w Front
the ramps merge onto a No notice the merge and diverge
Roads
frontage road points of the ramps at the frontage
road. The Lane Alignment is used
to keep movements freely flowing.
This example uses common NEMA
Example using standard NEMA
Dual ring Yes phasing. Also, notice the use of the
phasing
lagging NBL (phase 3).
This example includes 8 actuated
coordinated intersections
Fixed Cycle Two coordinated arterial operating on a fixed, system cycle
Yes
Coordination roadways length. The cycle was determined
by using the Optimize> Network
Cycle Length command.
Example of an intersection
with a free through movement
(EBT) The EBT movement never stops
Continuous Green T even when the SBL phase operates.
http://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/inte No
no peds Notice the coding of the Lane
rsection/innovative/others/ca Alignment at the intersection.
sestudies/fhwasa09016/fhwas
a09016.pdf
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HCM 6th
Compliant
Continuous Green T Same as the above example but The EBT movement never stops
No
with peds includes a pedestrian phase unless a ped phase 7 is activated.
Notice use of Mandatory Stop on
An example of a gate or a Yellow in the Timing Settings. Also,
Gate_Stop on Yellow No
meter the NW link is Hidden (see the
Lanes Settings Link is Hidden).
Complex coding for grouping
This is another example of grouped
Group Control 2 two intersections using one No
intersection with complex phasing.
controller
An example of a Median U- Similar to the Super-Street
Turn (MUT) intersection, also example, however, main street lefts
Median UTurn No
known as a Michigan Left are not allowed (they must proceed
intersection to the median U-turn).
This example shows two
roundabouts at the terminal points
Roundabouts (for An example with two at a diamond interchange. It
Yes
SimTraffic) roundabouts illustrates how simulating multiple
roundabouts can be done with
SimTraffic.
This example also includes a
An example of a single point
Single Point No portion of the freeway showing the
urban interchange (SPUI)
merge and diverge areas.
In this example, the ring and
Example showing coding with barrier designer was modified
Single Ring No
one ring (instead of dual ring) (Options> Ring and Barrier
Designer)
Notice the high Queue Delay
Example that shows the queue
(Timing Settings) at node 1. This is
Spillback blocking delay (Spillback) between Yes
due to vehicles spilling back from
adjacent intersections
node 2 and blocking node 1.
Notice the high Queue Delay at
node 2. This is due to poor offsets
Example that show the queue
starving intersection 2. Node 2 EBT
Starvation delay (Starvation) between Yes
turns green, but the vehicles are
adjacent intersections.
held back at node 1 causing unused
capacity.
In this example, a dummy
intersection is created on each end
of the “bridge”. Notice use of
Hidden Link feature. The
intersections are clustered and
Two way traffic Example that illustrates a one-
Not Applicable operate as phase 1 then 2 (thereby,
control lane bridge
only allowing one direction at a
time). Notice the long all-red
period that is used to clear the
traffic before the opposing phase
begins.
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Chapter 4 - What’s New in Synchro and SimTraffic

This section summarizes the changes between Synchro version 9 and version 10. It is recommended that you review
this section if you are a user of previous versions of Synchro.
Ribbon Bar
Synchro 10's user interface was updated, introducing a new look and feel with easy-to-use ribbon bar controls. The
ribbon is organized by task, and designed to help improve efficiency. However, people work differently, so the ribbon
bar is also highly customizable.
Figure 1 Synchro 10 Map View with New Ribbon Bars

There is a Quick Access Toolbar located in the upper-left section of the title bar. By default, this toolbar contains
shortcuts to Open, Save, Save As, and Create Reports. Additional buttons can be selected by clicking the down arrow to
display the drop-down menu shown in Figure 2.
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Figure 2 Synchro 10 Quick Access Toolbar
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HCM 6th Edition

The organization of the HCM 6th Edition is similar to that of the HCM 2010. However, it should be noted that a couple
new chapters were added, and as a result several of the other chapter numbers have changed. The manual is organized
into four major volumes, including an electronic-only Volume 4 that houses the supplemental chapters, example
problems, a technical reference library, and various computational engines developed for several of the more complex
procedures.
This document provides a high level overview of the HCM 6th Edition in Synchro 10. Additional details can be found in
the Working White Paper on the Implementation of the HCM 6th Edition in Synchro and the Synchro Studio 10 User
Guide. Both of these documents can be found on the Synchro 10 Help Portal: http://www.trafficware.com/synchro-
help.html/
In addition to the traditional focus on vehicular movement, the HCM 6th Edition builds on the multimodalism
introduced in the HCM 2010. The integration of pedestrians and bicyclists within several chapters of the HCM provides
transportation professionals the ability to assess the overall transportation experience from the user’s perspective.
As with any operational analysis methods, there will always be a set of limitations that surround the use of the various
methodologies. Most of the limitations set forth by TRB for the HCM 6th Edition are similar to those of the HCM 2010.
As you begin to use Synchro to conduct a HCM 6th Edition analysis, one should review the HCM 6th Edition and the
White Paper on the Implementation of the HCM 6th Edition in Synchro to confirm that use of HCM 6th Edition is
applicable.
Synchro 10 currently supports the signalized intersection, all-way stop control (AWSC), two-way stop control (TWSC),
and the roundabout methods. The table below depicts a summary of the various HCM 6th Edition analysis methods and
which methods have been incorporated within Synchro 10.
Modes in Modes Within Synchro 10

HCM 6th
Description HCM 6th
Edition
Edition
Auto (A) Pedestrian (P) Bicycle (B) Transit (T)
Chapter 19 Signalized Intersections A, P, B    na

Two-Way Stop-Controlled
Chapter 20 A, P   na na
Intersections
All-Way Stop-Controlled
Chapter 21 A  na na na
Intersections
Chapter 22 Roundabouts A  na na na
Notes: 1. A = Auto, P = Pedestrian, B = Bicycle, T = Transit
2. na = not applicable. HCM 6th Edition does not support a method at this time.
3. = HCM 6th Edition Method included in Synchro.
4. Coordination between intersections is based on the methods described in Chapter 18.
HCM 6th Edition functionality in Synchro 10 operates similar to the HCM 2010
implementation. To view the HCM 6th Edition results for an intersection, select the HCM
6th Edition button shown to the left, located on the Home tab of the ribbon bar. The
Intersection Results and Movement Results buttons can be used to display HCM 6th
Edition delay, LOS, and v/c ratio on the Map View.
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Signalized Intersections
New to Synchro 10, the HCM 6th Edition Settings pane includes three expandable sections: Signal Timing Details,
Adjusted Flow Rate, and Ideal Saturated Flow. The most commonly used parameters are viewable with all sections
collapsed, with additional details about the intersection available by expanding one or more of these section(s). This
functionality is demonstrated in Figure 3 below.
Figure 3 HCM 6th Edition Signalized Intersection Window

There are a few changes and additions to the automobile methodologies found in Chapters 19 and 31 for signalized
intersections, but the overall analysis methodologies remain similar to those in HCM 2010. Some of the major changes
as compared with the 2010 HCM include:
• Delay of unsignalized movements can be considered
• Combined saturation flow rate adjustment factor for heavy vehicles and grade
• New saturation flow adjustment factors for intersection work zone presence
Additional details on the changes related to the saturation flow rate adjustment can be found in the White Paper on the
Implementation of the HCM 6th Edition in Synchro.
If unsignalized right-turn movements exist at a signalized intersection, the delay for these movements may be included
as an input to the methodology. If provided, the unsignalized movement delay is used in the calculation of approach
delay and intersection delay.
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HCM 6th Edition does not provide a method to compute the unsignalized delay. It should be estimated externally, and
input as shown below. The following methods may be used to estimate unsignalized delay:
• Direct field measurement
• Observation of similar conditions
• Simulation
• Special application of the HCM TWSC methodology
Unsignalized movements with a high volume or high delay should be estimated carefully, as they will have a more
significant impact on the overall intersection results than that of lower volume movements. Free-flow right turns may
be assumed to have zero delay.
Figure 4 HCM 6th Edition Unsignalized Movement Delay

As seen in the above figure, you have the option whether or not to include the delay for any unsignalized movements. If
unsignalized movement(s) are present at the intersection, but their delay is not included, the unsignalized right-turn
volume will not be factored into the calculation of Approach Delay or Intersection Delay. This is consistent to the
methodology presented in HCM 2010. Synchro’s HCM 6th Edition reports include a footnote stating whether the delay
is included for each unsignalized movement at the intersection.
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Pedestrian and Bicycle Modes

The overall analysis methodologies for pedestrians and bicycles at a signalized intersection remain the same as those
in HCM 2010, but the delay and Level of Service (LOS) thresholds have been updated. Similar to the methodology
provided in HCM 2010, the HCM 6th computes a Pedestrian/Bicycle LOS Score for each crosswalk/approach. Unlike
LOS for the Auto mode, the Pedestrian and Bicycle LOS is based on many factors including geometry and circulation
areas, rather than delay alone. Corrections have been made to the Pedestrian and Bicycle LOS thresholds in the HCM
6th Edition. The table compares the LOS thresholds for HCM 6th Edition and HCM 2010.
LOS Score
Level of Service
HCM 2010 HCM 6th Edition
A ≤ 2.00 ≤ 1.50
B > 2.00 – 2.75 > 1.50 – 2.50
C > 2.75 – 3.50 > 2.50 – 3.50
D > 3.50 – 4.25 > 3.50 – 4.50
E > 4.25 – 5.00 > 4.50 – 5.50
F > 5.00 > 5.50
Two-Way Stop Control (TWSC) and All-Way Stop Control (AWSC) Intersections
The HCM 6th Edition method for TWSC and AWSC intersections is very similar to the HCM 2010 method. Refer to the
Synchro Studio 10 User Guide for details on the interface in Synchro.
Roundabouts
The HCM 6th Edition includes an updated capacity model as a result of new research. FHWA-sponsored research studied
roundabout operations for 24 approaches at single-lane roundabouts and 37 approaches at multilane roundabouts,
updating NCHRP Project 03-65. The research and resulting capacity model is summarized in NCHRP Report 572:
Roundabouts in the United States.
The new capacity model in the HCM 6th Edition results in higher capacities than those calculated using HCM 2010
methodologies. This addresses concerns throughout the user community that capacities are lower than those observed.
HCM 2010 HCM 6th Edition

Opposing
Entry Lanes
Lanes
Vc = 0 Vc = 1000 Vc = 0 Vc = 1000
1 2 1130 561 1420 607
Right 2 1130 561 1420 607
Left 2 1130 534 1350 538
1 1 1130 416 1380 498
R or L 1 1130 416 1420 572

Note: Vc = conflicting flow rate (pc/h)
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Getting Started and What’s New in Version 10

Chapter 2 – Operating System and Software Prerequisites

Windows 7/8/10 Prerequisites

4. Pull down the scroll bar to the bottom.

5. Click OK to close the User Account Control Settings window.

Chapter 3 – Installing Synchro Studio 10

Synchro 10 can be downloaded by visiting the Trafficware website, online.trafficware.com/downloads .

1. Read the license agreement carefully.

To Activate Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10

To Deactivate Synchro Studio 10, Warrants 10, and TripGen 10

To View Sample Files

List of Sample Files

Chapter 4 - What’s New in Synchro and SimTraffic

Figure 1 Synchro 10 Map View with New Ribbon Bars

Figure 2 Synchro 10 Quick Access Toolbar

HCM 6th Edition

Modes in Modes Within Synchro 10

Chapter 19 Signalized Intersections A, P, B    na

Figure 3 HCM 6th Edition Signalized Intersection Window

Figure 4 HCM 6th Edition Unsignalized Movement Delay

Pedestrian and Bicycle Modes

HCM 2010 HCM 6th Edition

1 2 1130 561 1420 607

Right 2 1130 561 1420 607

Left 2 1130 534 1350 538

1 1 1130 416 1380 498

R or L 1 1130 416 1420 572

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