Hot2000's inputs cover a wide range of details crucial for accurately modeling a building's energy performance. The software allows users to input various components and details related to the building's construction, systems, and environmental factors. Some of the general features of the software inputs include:

1. Building Geometry and Envelope: Users input the building's dimensions, orientation, and layout. They define walls, roofs, floors, and other structural elements, specifying materials, thermal properties, and insulation levels.
2. Windows and Doors: Details about windows and doors are entered, including their size, orientation, glazing type, frame materials, and thermal properties. This information influences the building's heat gain or loss.
3. HVAC Systems and Equipment: Users input data about heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This includes the type of systems, efficiency ratings, capacities, and operational parameters.
4. Insulation and Thermal Properties: Detailed information about insulation materials and their placement within the building structure is provided. This includes R-values, U-values, and thermal conductivities.
5. Internal Gains: Data related to internal heat sources, such as appliances, lighting, and occupancy patterns, are input to simulate the internal heat gains within the building.
6. Climate and Location Data: Users specify the building's location and the associated climate data. This includes weather information such as temperature profiles, solar radiation, humidity, and wind patterns.
7. Occupancy and Use Profiles: Details about the building's occupancy schedules, operational hours, and specific use patterns are entered to simulate the building's dynamic energy consumption.
8. Ventilation and Infiltration: Information regarding the building's ventilation systems and air infiltration rates, which impact indoor air quality and energy consumption, is also part of the inputs.
9. Renewable Energy Systems: If applicable, users can input data about renewable energy systems integrated into the building, such as solar panels, wind turbines, or geothermal systems.
10. Simulation Settings: Parameters for simulation setup, such as the duration of the simulation, simulation conditions, and any special considerations, are also included as inputs.

The accuracy and completeness of these inputs are crucial for obtaining reliable and realistic results from the software's simulations. Hot2000's capability to consider a wide range of inputs ensures a comprehensive analysis of a building's energy performance and assists in optimizing its design for energy efficiency and compliance with standards.