user Manual
I know that I may be old school, but YouTube videos do not work well as instructions for me. My desk and computer are quite a distance from my CMM's, and walking back and forth, starting and stopping, and rewinding the videos is not the easiest thing
CAD furniture to add
Rayco fixtures are a very common fixture in our CMM labs. Would it be possible to add these to the CAD furniture files? I know it would be a big undertaking to add their entire library of pieces but it would be nice to be able to build my fixture and
Batch Edit Multiple Features - Global Edit
Implement a function that would allow you to select multiple coplanar features and edit specific items such as depth, DCC settings, Scan Settings, and possibly feature nominal and tolerance for reporting.
Option to add note to a selected amount of features?
I wasn't sure if this was in the software somewhere and I'm just missing it but it would be nice to have an option to add a note to a selected amount of features. For instance, I have a part that I'm measuring 500 holes and I need to add the GD&T in the
Back Button
I may be the only one who could benifit from this because a lot of operations can just be deleted, but I think a "step back" button could be really helpful for ref. frame/alignment mistakes or mis-click. Just an idea for ease of use, a lot of other softwares
Labeling Suggestion
I have spoken to QX about this and had some additional thoughts on the Operation Plan labeling When reporting features it displays I.E. Circle1 to Circle2. As you are looking through the program unless you put in some comments or user notes it can be
Simulation Speed
I find myself frequently jumping back and forth to the Preferences>Simulate & Verify Tab to adjust the Simulate Speed settings, since sometimes it's too slow and at other times too fast and I can't quite visualize the Programmed Path. Simulate Speed During
Graphical Reporting
When creating a graphical report, it will show you the leader lines from feature to feature pointing to the dialog box. What are the thoughts on having that look more like a traditional print and have the ability to dimension that out in the graphical
Idea/Question: Identifying measured features, pts etc.. that aren't reported?
Is there a built in function in CMM-M that will identify any measurements in my program that aren't used for reporting or constructions? I know that once a program is completed I'll get a warning if I try and delete anything that has dependent operations.
Run From Selected
It would be helpful to have a 'Run from Selected Operation' command in the Run Menu. Example: A path problem(clamp) is identified during first run of program. Move is added to avoid interference. Rather than having to restart, or select remaining step
Circular Plane Range Adjusment
It would be profoundly helpful if we could adjust the Start and End angles of the range numerically, as with circles. Trying to drag the beginning/end bars around a narrow flange is rather time consuming, when it can be done.
Creating Features From Existing Data
When creating Features from other Features, (ex: Making a Cylinder from Clouds), it would be great to have the Fit Method (Least Squares, Max. Inscribed., etc.) Print on Reports with the Results when Dimensioning (ex: Diameters). In my field, (Injection
Extract Points from Right Click Menu on Element
Hey Guys, I'm using the extract points feature on a regular basis and want to share an improvement idea. Basically I would like to right click an Element (e.g. Plane) and then have an option "Extract Points". Ideally this would apply to both the measured
CMM Manager - Suggestions
1) Cad model have a transparancy 2) Have the ability to change cad furniture colour and keep it separate to the cad model colour(s)
Ability to change font in NOTES text in the report
This might be a big request, but I would really appreciate it if we can have a change color and change size for the font of the notes in CMM-Manager reports. This way, it will help more on catching the attention of our inspectors, especially with jobs
Cloud to curve outlier removal
As far as I am aware the only way to remove outliers on a cloud to curve deviation is via a VB script or external script. The idea would be: - Best fit cloud to curve - Report 3D deviation for each point, and remove based on standard deviation - Optionally
POSITION BASICS AUTO POPULATE
When entering true position basics in the main windows, what if it were to auto update the basics located in the feature report tab after you enter your actual basics after you hit apply? Thoughts????
Relative Measurement Features
This topic has been discussed a long time ago, but I think it is worth consideration. There are times when checking parts that have deviations from CAD, that the ability to measure features relative to previously measured features would be a big help.
Feature Request: Additional Ways to Rename Program Operations
As a user, I want to rename program operations using common methods (e.g. F2, slow double-click, context menu item) so that I can program faster and so that those new to the software can pick it up more quickly. I wouldn't say this is a high-priority
DEFAULT REPORT EDIT REQUEST
Nate Frost: we respectfully request this adjustment in next update. Either we need the ability to simply add Graphical Reports to the Default Report or we need the option to get rid of the Default Report all together.
Parent/Child Tree
Would it be possible to add a toggle to turn on a visual line or arrow that shows parent/child relationships in the program database between features and reports? This allows faster confirmation of features that haven't been reported or when modifying
Save Custom View (but regarding shown/hidden elements)
Hey guys, I know you can save views but they consider only the perspective. Would be great to also have show and now show elements saved, maybe as a separate command.. Thanks for considering..
Translate along Axis
I just spent 25 minutes correcting the Orientation Planes of a number of circles That were generated by Translation. Specifically, I had Transformed using Z Translation with Copy. Due to the geometry of the part, I was obliged to use a Temporary local
enter current DRO into modify path command
maybe its overkill and i suppose this is where i find out..... however i find myself entering my DRO xyz values into the next command to link paths together better. it would be cool if there was a button in the dialog that allowed to you "enter current
Custom Probes using Renishaw UCC server
I bought some 18MM disk probes from ITP and discovered that since they were not in the Renishaw catalog nor match anything within the Renishaw probe offerings that I could not build them in UCC server (have been using CMM manager for 5 years but this
Probe assembly notes
I'm not sure if there is a way to do this already, but I was thinking it would be nice to have a note field associated with the probe assemblies, so that we could make note of the component part numbers for re-ordering purposes.
Feature Request: In-Program Vision Measurement Visual Verification
As a video measuring system user (e.g. Nikon VMA-2520), I want to verify that the points measured with vision measurement tools were measured correctly while the program runs. Currently, the measured points that appear in the camera image during a run
List of entities
Hello, Would it be possible for the next version of CMM Manager to offer in the entity lists only the entities that match the shape. For example, not offering line when you should only choose planes.
Programing-using PH20 as PH10
I think it would be very helpful to have the ability to specify which tip angles auto path planning uses especially when using PH20 as a PH10 with a crank stylus. Auto path planning picks "bad" angles about 25% of the time with this specific setup and
Hexagon Probe Change Rack
Hi all, I recently acquired a probe change rack which is working perfectly with CMM-Manager as a Renishaw MCR-6. I found this rack for $400.00 on a popular internet auction site new in the box. Notice it holds TP20 modules just fine. I am not looking
Put user name into report header info
I want to put our CMM# info on the user name box. So that way we have an additional traceability on which CMM we inspected our random parts. We currently have 3 CMMs (CMM1, CMM2, CMM3) I checked at the global report settings at preferences and theres
Keep Focus on 3D-Windows while running the Program (online)
Hi, sometimes I would like to manipulate the 3D-View when running a program online.. It works but Zooming does not work.. Problem is the 3D window is losing focus in favor of the point window.. Maybe you could change this behaviour so point windows stays
Simulation in shop floor launcher
It would be very useful to be able to run a visual Simulation on a program while in shop floor launcher, Is there any plans to add this feature in the future?
Feature Request: Allow Spaces in Program Operation Names
As a user, I want to use spaces in program operation names so that my program is more human-readable, and consequentially, I can find operations in my program more easily. I wouldn't consider this a high priority request, and I'm guessing there are good
Duel Rotary
Is there plans to add a second rotary function within CMM-Manager? I have a Nikon vision system with two rotary devices but have to command second device externally through VB Script and external commands. Controlled externally, the secondary rotation
Name Variables
I would love to see feature names that can be changed with a variable. Application would be for macros, dialog boxes inquiring a new feature name, etc.. This would allow better program flow and control. If I add a macro for center hole location and measure
Few ideas on "improvements"
Graphical Reporting When creating a cloud to cad graphical report, let's say I have measured the cloud with 300 points. When creating that cloud in the report you will have 300 boxes pop up with leader lines pointing back to the actual points on the cloud/model.
Tip Recommendation -> Button for Get Tip
There are two commands for tip recommendation (2D & 3D). Wouldn't it be nice to have a button for getting this tip directly?
Keep Layout when switching Language
Hi, seems Layout is tied to the Language.. Would it make sense to decouple Layout and Language? Thanks for considering!
Shop Floor Question-Idea
In SFL is it possible to make a folder-program that runs program #1 and then runs program #2 in a pre determined order? Currently we are individually selecting program #1 and program #2 then clicking (Run selected programs). It would save a few clicks
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