VCarve Pro Version 3.1 Released

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VCarve Pro Version 3.1 Released

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We are pleased to announce that Version 3.1 of VCarve Pro has been released. This is a free update for all registered users of VCarve Wizard and VCarve Pro. We have started emailing all registered users with the download details so everyone should have their email within the next 7 hours or so.

Below is a list of the new features, changes and bugs which have been identified and fixed since version 3.0 was launched


Circular Arc Output
  • This is the major change for version 3.1. Profile toolpaths created from designs which contain arcs will now be output with G02 / G03 moves (CG moves for ShopBots). As well as changes to the program, we have also had to modify the postprocessors to support the new commands. Therefore, when you go to save a toolpath with the new version check if there is a PostProcessor available with the word 'Arcs' in the description.
    If there is not an arc postprocessor for your machine, and your machine supports circular arc output, please contact support@vectric.com and we will look at creating an updated post.
Preserve Arcs / Beziers When Welding
  • In previous versions, when two vectors were 'welded' together the resulting vector approximated any arcs and beziers in the shape with short straight line segments. This made it hard to edit the shapes subsequently. With version 3.1 the arcs and beziers are preserved wherever possible making the design process much more enjoyable.
Miscellaneous Improvements
  • Added align horizontal and align vertical icons to drawing tab
    Display warning if import AI/EPS/PDF files which only contain bitmap data
    Set cursor for zoom and pan as soon as tool is selected
    Remove S shortcut for scale as used for smooth point. Now use T for scale ([T]ransform)
    Changed drawing and selection order so that more recent objects are 'over'
    older objects when drawn and selecting
Bug Fixes
  • Fix text rubber band selection left - right when spaces in text
    Fix missing tabs if large allowance and square corners
    Fix losing 'sharp external corner' flag state when edit tabs
    Fix incorrect check for legacy toolpath when doing fast selection of > 100 objects
    Fix losing 'use start points' flag when edit tabs on profile form
    Fix incorrect feedrate if move start point to start of a non-3d tab
    Fix check for zero height on draw rectangle / ellipse forms
    Fix max depth of toolpath display if Z Zero origin is on bottom of material
As always when we release a new versions there may be some slowdown with the server as everyone rushes
to download the new version, please be patient :D


IMPORTANT!
  • Backup your tool database before removing or over writing the current install.

    The tool database lives in a file called tools.tool_db in the directory "C:\Program Files\VCarve Pro 3.0\Tooldatabase"
    on a standard instalation.

    After installing the new version copy this file to the matching Tooldatabase directory.
Regards

Brian
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Don't forget to back up your tool database file before installing otherwise you will loose all your previous entry's...

...ask me how I know :(


Chuck

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Post by BrianM »

Hi Chuck,

Thanks for the warning and sorry for forgetting to mention this initially. I've updated the original post to warn people to back up the tooldatabase and to identify where it lives.

Brian

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Arc and ATC arcs??

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Can you please tell me the difference between 'Arcs' and 'ATC Arcs'??

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Hi Jeff,

ATC stands for Automatic Tool Changer and is for machines with an automatic toolchanger fitted which can have multiple toolpaths saved to a single file.

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update?

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Hi is the update to 3.1 available for everyone or just those who have purchased it ?

I haven't recieved an email yet with the download link is why I was wondering
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HI Bob,

The update is only for people who have purchased the software. We have not updated the trial version at this time.

Regards

Brian

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Post by Tony Mac »

Hi Bob,

We don't have any record of your registered e-mail address in the customer database?

If you are a customer please send us a note to - sales@vectric.com

Thanks,
Tony

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registration

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I haven't purchased the software yet as I'm still building my machine.
I just like to stay on top of the software, so when I do get my machine finished I wont be behind the learning curve . Thanks Bob

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Post by mark296 »

Just thought you should know that the Mach2/3 Arcs(inch) Post Processor do not work with Mach 2.

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Post by Tony Mac »

Hi Mark,

Thanks for letting us know.

It would be very helpful if you could send us more details about what the problem / error message is.

Does the standard Mach2/3 ATC Inch postp work with Mach2?

Thanks again,

Tony

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Post by mark296 »

Sorry, they both work on my computer upstairs but not on my laptop that is running the machine. I should have check that before posting. :oops:

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