Cant see toolpath when backplotting

[StoneyNH]

On my version 4 when I used backplot I had a shaded area the same width as my tool that showed the toolpath around the part that I was contouring.

 

I cant get anything at all out of my version 8.Is this something thats changed on version 8,or is there something Im not doing right?

[Guest]

Are you talking V8 or X8?

 

i believe you need to run classic back plot to have that if you're talking X8.

 

That is set in the Control Applet (Start, Programs, Mastercam, ...)

[StoneyNH]

Using X8,another post had mentioned classic backplot,dont know what/where it is.Im using the icons at top of toolbar to try backplotting as I always have (in X4) 1st icon is Backplot selected operations 2nd one is Verify selected operations 3rd one is Backplot/Verify options.So that doesnt work anymore in X8?

[3rdstring]

You must enable classic backplot to have backplot as it was in  previous versions.

 

Start >> All Programs >> Mastercam X8 >> Utilities >> Advanced Configuration

 

There is a switch to turn on classic backplot.

 

HTH

[StoneyNH]

K Chuck,followed directions,when advanced config window opens it says classic backplot & next coloumn says enable,so its enabled right? I still cant get backplot to do anything.Which icon should i be using the 1st 2nd or 3rd? & once i choose proper icon which choices do i want to shade to see my toolpath shaded?

[Thad]

Please take this constructively as it's intended. I think it would be a good idea for you to call your reseller and schedule some one-on-one time.

[CJep]

On my version 4 when I used backplot I had a shaded area the same width as my tool that showed the toolpath around the part that I was contouring.

 

I cant get anything at all out of my version 8.Is this something thats changed on version 8,or is there something Im not doing right?

 

I think you may be referring to the quick verify setting in classic backplot.

It's the icon to the left of options "!"