First you need to ensure that your computer is up to date, you should run a windows update and update your graphics card driver to the most
recent version.
All current versions of the BobCAD-CAM software will work on Windows Vista & Windows 7. It has been found in testing that due
to the way that Windows Vista & Windows 7 handles OpenGL graphics, better performance may be attained by using Vista & 7 Home Premium or
greater and not Vista & 7 Home Basic. (Computers with Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed are still available through many computer retail
outlets.)
BobCAD-CAM is designed as a 32-bit application for Windows operating systems. While this is the case, the installer has been configured so that
all of the files are installed to the correct directories on both 32-bit and 64-bit systems. BobCAD-CAM will operate properly within a 64-bit
operating system, using the installation location determined by the installer.
Insert the BobCAD-CAM disk into your CD drive and the software will automatically install. When BobCAD-CAM is started for the first time,
the software will begin in a fully-functional mode for an initial 5-day period until the license is activated and registered. After the 5 day
period has lapsed, the system will revert to demo mode until registered.
Demo mode has the following restrictions:
Machine communication (DNC< etc.) will not run.
Only the first 20 lines of any program will be posted.
If you are installing on Microsoft Windows Vista, additional steps must be taken to set up software permissions. Instructions for
modifying the permissions for the BobCAD software programs can be found here: Running BobCAD-CAM Applications with Microsoft Windows Vista
If you are installing on Microsoft Windows 7, the following additional steps must be taken after installation:
Make sure the BobCAD software is closed
Right click on the BobCAD icon
Select Properties and then the Compatibility tab
Click the checkbox next to Disable Desktop Composition and also Run This Program As Administrator
Then Apply and OK
Re-open the BobCAD software
Activate and register your license using the method described below.
Activating your BobCAD-CAM Software
Online Activation
Step 1.
Make sure the computer that the software is going to be registered on has an active internet connection. Without an active internet
connection Online Activation will not be possible.
Step 2.
Double click on the BobCAD-CAM icon on the Desktop or select the BobCAD-CAM option from the Programs option in the Start menu. The software
will launch.
Step 3.
Click on the Help menu, then click on the Activate Online option. The Activate Online dialog will appear.
Step 4.
Input the License ID and the Password that were provided on the invoice with the software.
If you do not have your License ID and the Password, go to Step 6.
Step 5.
Click OK. At this time the software will attempt to connect to a server to obtain authorisation. Provided the connection was made
successfully and that the License ID and Password were valid, a dialog will appear indicating that the software has been licensed
successfully.
When the dialog indicating a successful activation has occurred, click OK in the dialog and close the Activate Online dialog. The
software is now licensed.
Step 6.
Click on the Help menu, then click on the Activate License option. The Activate License dialog will appear.
Step 7.
Make a note of the numbers in the ID fields and send them in an email to
enq@mysterymindindia.com.
Step 8.
A License number and as many Key numbers as are needed to register the purchased product(s) will be returned to you.
Step 9.
After entering the values that were provided into the appropriate fields, click on the Activate button. A dialog should then be
displayed indicating that the activation of the software has been completed.
Step 10.
When the dialog indicating a successful activation has occurred, click OK in the dialog and close the Activate License dialog. The
software is now licensed.
NOTE: If an error occurred during the Online Activation please contact Technical Support by phone at 0800 024 8650 or by email at
enq@mysterymindindia.com.
Systems Supplied with a USB Hardlock
If you have been supplied with a USB hardlock license key (Dongle), Close BobCAD-CAM and insert the dongle into an available USB port on
your computer.
Start BobCAD-CAM, the software will automatically read the dongle and activate the licensed modules.
To verify the licensed modules, click 'Help' on the main menu, select 'License'. The dialog will list the available modules.
Updating a Dongle (if supplied) for BobCAD-CAM Software
To add new modules or new software to BobCAD-CAM, an update to your dongle is required in order to unlock new modules. Follow the these
instruction: Re-key
Instructions.
Setting Up your BobCAD-CAM Software
Find and install an appropriate post-processor.
Setup your CNC communications. Refer to the 'GETTING STARTED GUIDE' supplied with your system.
Inside BobCAD-CAM, setup Feeds, Speeds, Tools and Drilling Operations.
There are 10 Videos that install with BobCAD-CAM that will help you setup your software
and get started. To Access these videos on your computer click on the Windows Start Button > All Programs > BobCAD-CAM V2x > Getting Started Videos
Learning How to Use BobCAD-CAM Software
Read your 'GETTING STARTED GUIDE' supplied with your BobCAD-CAM Installation CD.
View the on-line guides, FAQs and getting started videos.
