Missing Part completion time in backplot X8

[MIKO ELLO]

I am missing the part timer in my backplot window. Does anyone know if this is something new with X8? If so, where can I find out my estimated run time?

[CJep]

Did you by chance close the close the move list?

Go to the view page in the verify/backplot utility then in the upper left you can toggle the move list on.

 

If you are using old school backplot then select the drop down arrows in the upper left of the and select the info tab.

[MIKO ELLO]

I normally go that route. It weird that some parts have the time and then the others don't show on different part numbers. I will keep track and see if I can figure it out.

[kzooexp]

Is there an option for "old school" backplot in X8?

[Guest]

Yes Launch the utility

 

 

 

 

Select Enable for Classic Backplot, accept, Green check and relaunch mastercam

[CJep]

Yes, go to the computer control panel, set to see the icons (upper right), open the Mcam applet,..

Select the version from the drop down menu then on the left hand side in the topics you should see backplot, select it, then you will be able to enable legacy backplot in the upper right.

[K2csq7]

Is there an option for "old school" backplot in X8?

Just curious, what's your gripe with the new one?

[Guest]

Just curious, what's your gripe with the new one?

 

it's too slow to load, I can't quite put my finger on it but I don't like the way it renders, I don't like that it's another window, backplot is supposed to be a quick screen check

 

As far as I'm concerned at this point, CNC could drop the new backplot, leave the original and leave the new verify, I have come to like that

 

and why does it shown my tool, which is a 3/4" endmill as a drill???

 

[kzooexp]

Thats great! Thanks!

 

Just curious, what's your gripe with the new one?

 

I think Jparis said it well, it takes a bit extra time to load that extra screen.

I use it to do quick checks of tool motion, for things like checking on how far a tool gets into a corner and setting Z levels for surf. cut, I just want a quick check for stupid moves. Seems easier to do that without having to refocus on a different screen, reorient the model and potentially mess w/ settings.

[neurosis]

I'm not a fan of the new backplot either.  I was wondering if I were the only one.

[crazy^millman]

The ability to turn on and turn off levels is what makes the new one less than inviting as well. We were use to not having that ability in previous version with Verify so not missed, but in backplot I feel it is a must. Still using the classic backplot here as well.

[MIKO ELLO]

Thanks CJEP. That worked.