MCV9 - TNT (TIPS N TRIXX)

[Xtreme Machine]

Well since this a Forum for Mastercam and for information on Mastercam I thought instead of chat about misc tofu! I thought I would try something new and actually start a Tipz N Trix section for quick reference!

Let's start with! - Alt Config on Start.

 

With Version 9, you can use any configuration file when starting Mastercam. Prior to this change, the software would always start with either the inch or the metric configuration file for the system defaults.

 

This always forced you to load customized config files, which could easily be forgotten.

 

Now multiple users on the same system can customize the Mastercam shortcuts to load their specific configurations. By editing the target line in the Mastercam shortcut, any customized CFG file can be loaded at startup.

 

so when you come in after the night shift check your config. before you call tech support or start to get mad at the guy thinking he's sabotaging your system! Cuz he might be doing this already!

 

Talk to you guys soon at the USER Group for the Westside! ~ Stefan

[gcode]

Another way to use this is to setup different config files for the different machine you program.

Where I work we have 2X lathes, a millturn center

a VTL, 5X gantry mills,a 5X HMC, several 4X HMC's

and a bunch of light to heavy duty VMC's.

You can set up a custom config file for each machine and launch it withs its own icon on

your desktop. It takes a little work to set it up

but it saves lots of time once its done.

[Xtreme Machine]

G Code! now your speaking my language! See now there is 2 Tips on set ups so lets go and unleash the power of the Master! and brush up on were we have been and get ready for the future

 

The NeXt generation of Cutting Edge Technology!

 

Mastercam X - Future X heads of the world unite!

[Xtreme Machine]

Mastercam and Windows XP -

Mastercam functions well in the Windows XP environment. Early information from users of other software products indicates that XP may be a little slower than Windows 2000. The big selling point for XP is stability based on the elimination of the DOS environment. Word from Microsoft is that the "blue screen team" found that 70% of the crashes in Windows 2000 can be attributed to flaws in drivers written by 3rd party vendors of graphics cards, network adapters, and disk drives. CATIA, Pro/E, SolidWorks, and Unigraphics have publicly stated that existing applications should run fine on XP, but customers should be sure their video cards have drivers that support XP or they will have problems. Another item to note, the Home version of XP is not easily set up for a business network environment. Customers opting to save the $100 price difference between the home and professional edition may find themselves in trouble. If you are planning to change to XP, make sure you understand their registration process and copying policy. Once loaded, you have 30 days or 50 boots to register before the operating system no longer works. Once that is done, the software cannot be moved or loaded on another computer. The user is also limited to the number of internal hardware changes that can be made as the ID code sent to Microsoft is based on referencing separate pieces in the computer (video, disk, etc). This is Microsoft's attempt to limit what they call "casual copying" or "softlifting."

 

XP Notes from the QC department

Mastercam Version 8.1.1 will function properly with Windows XP and an updated HASP driver. This is available on the Mastercam Web site. Windows XP has been tested with Version 6.13, Version 7.2c and Version 8.1.1 and all function properly. Both Version 7.2c, and Version 8.1.1 require the updated HASP driver.

[Hardmill]

When working w/ the WCS change the system origin color

to match your background color, so you only view

the crosshairs(blue & green)of the new WCS.

 

PEACE

[Jayson Kramer]

Hey Hardmill tell the the tip you told me on the phone 10 min agao I thing it would be good thought for alot.

[Harryman]

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limited to the number of internal hardware changes...This is Microsoft's attempt to limit what they call "casual copying" or "softlifting."

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Are you saying that by just screwing around with your computer's guts enough times you can kill your XP license?

 

How many is too many?

 

Is it the same with Win2000?

[Hardmill]

This was put together at a former employer by

mmetzinger & fusion. Create 2 lines perp.

to each other ("L" shape). The length is not

relavent. In your view manager, right click,

select create - select menu - entity - only - lines pick your geometry save - name your WCS. Right click set WCS

Right click set current - T & C Plane

Whewww!!!

Now if you need to rotate your part move the two

lines associated to the WCS. All you'll need to

do is regen your toolpath.

It seems a bit much, but once you do it a couple

times it goes quick.

 

PEACE

[Guest CNC Apps Guy 1]

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How many is too many?

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I could tell you but I'd have to kill you.

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Is it the same with Win2000?

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No. You're free to do whatever and whenever.