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LazyCam (Beta) / Press "S" for "rat" Is there a way to slow down the "rat"?

« on: June 26, 2008, 12:43:44 PM »

Once a cut path is plotted, pressing the "S" key activates the "rat", a small blob that follows the cut paths.  Problem is, on a simple 2d cut like a rectangle, the rat goes so incredibly fast, one cannot tell if the cut path and those of nearby entities is / are correct. is there a keystroke(s) that will control the rat's speed?

Thanks Luv2cCNC

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LazyCam (Beta) / Lazycam making multiple passes when only one desired

« on: June 18, 2008, 05:27:03 PM »

Brand new at this, So please laugh loudly if applicable.

Using a plasma table with no Z axis. Mach III is up and running well (I think).   Tried Lazy cam for the first time today. Imported a DXF (simple rectangular parts).  I can't seem to get LCam to plot a sensible tool path. It will cut and recut the same line several times over before moving to the next. Between each cut, LCam has generated code that raises the Z axis 6.0 in. then lowers it before peoceeding. How can I eliminate this unnecessary pausing while moving a nonexistant axis? setting all Z axis parameters to 0 in LCam does not fix the problem. Also, the relay for the plasma turns on and remains on during the Z axis cycle.   Last question: How can I slow down the "rat"? it goes so fast there is no way to see what the tool path is.   What am I doing wrong and how do I fix it? 

Thanks in advance for any help.