Correcting Machine Definition and Control Definition File Paths
- M Scott Lindsay
Machine Definitions in Mastercam store the locations for various libraries such as the Control Definition and the Post Processor. If your machine definition is pointing to the wrong information for any reason, follow this procedure to correct them so the machine uses all of the correct information by default.
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You will now need to update the File path for the Control Definition and make sure it is pointed at the correct one.
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Open ‘Control Definition’ to update the location the post.
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Remove any posts that are not correct for the version you are using and add the correct one.
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Save and exit each page on your way out to complete the update.
About the author
M Scott Lindsay is a Mastercam user of 20+ years with machining backgrounds in the Job shop, Molding, and Medical fields. He has a habit of thinking outside the box and helping customers use Mastercam to its full potential. You can reach Scott on Twitter @MastercamExpert or Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/mscottlindsay
