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Mastercam Ultra-News
OptiPro Systems Monthly Newsletter
November 2009 
In This Issue...
Recap of OptiPro Open House
Interview with Blue Chip Mold
Tech Tip Regarding Mastercam X4 MU1
OptiPro Ranked #37 on Rochester's Top 100
OptiPromotion: Save $150 on Group Training
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Mastercam Ultra-News will highlight important news and events pertaining to Mastercam software, since OptiPro has been an authorized distributor and certified training facility of the product since 1982. If, for any reason, you would like to stop receiving this monthly newsletter, feel free to unsubscribe by clicking on the "SafeUnsubscribe" link at the bottom of this newsletter. Thank you and we hope you enjoy reading this newsletter as OptiPro strives to provide you with the most current and exciting information regarding Mastercam.
AccuteX EDM Mastercam Makes Their Presence Felt at OptiPro's Open House 

From left to right: Chris Parish, Gene Welti, Vince Cannarozzo

With over 200 attendees from 85 companies showing up to OptiPro's most recent Technology Open House and Steak-Out on October 21st and 22nd, Mastercam had the opportunity to present the benefits of Mastercam X4 to a large audience. With a booth set up on the shop floor, people gathered around Chris Parish and Vince Cannarozzo, OptiPro's Mastercam Technicians, as they demonstrated X4 and its capabilities. Vince and Gene Welti of Corporate Sales at CNC Software also gave a technical presentation on Dynamic Mill toolpath. Besides learning about Mastercam, attendees also enjoyed a steak lunch or dinner, received Mastercam giveaways, and witnessed machine tools in action. If you missed the Open House and want to check out pictures that were taken throughout the two-day event, go to OptiPro's Facebook page by clicking on the following link...
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User-Friendliness of Mastercam X4 Just One of the Many Reasons Blue Chip Mold Recommends it
Todd Lenhard, a programmer at Blue Chip Mold (www.bluechipmold.com), describes himself as "a die-hard Mastercam user for close to 15 years." Mr. Lenhard gave several reasons why he has stayed with Mastercam for all those years during our interview with him. The ease of getting around in the new Mastercam X4 is one of those reasons. "I see a lot less going through menus and things like that. Once you get used to it, it's a huge time saver." Todd also praised the support that OptiPro offers whenever he's having any trouble with the software. "Anytime I call OptiPro, I always get a very quick response. The support for us has always been very good." He added that the Friday sessions and Rollout sessions that OptiPro holds at its facility for Mastercam customers has also helped him learn new ways to perform certain tasks. "I've found the Friday sessions and the Rollouts helpful. I learn more from watching how other people do things and I always get different ideas. There's always a ton of different ways to do certain things and other people may have better suggestions." Todd concluded the interview by reiterating his satisfaction with Mastercam X4. "I like the new X4 as opposed to the older versions. I really like the new interface with all the icons. I use more and more of the newer features. I like everything about it."
Mastercam is the world's most widely-used CAM software. A recent analysis of CAM software seats produced by CIMdata, Inc. shows that Mastercam has more than twice the installed base of the closest competitor. Mastercam meets the demanding needs of its customers by providing excellent products at affordable prices, combined with superior software programming with practical shop floor experience. If you are interested in purchasing Mastercam X4, please contact Lynda Bechtold either by phone at (585) 265-0160 ext. 236 or by email ([email protected]).
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Tech Tip: How to Install Mastercam X4 MU1
 
Mastercam X4 MU1
 
You must have current maintenance to run Mastercam X4 MU1. This must be installed on top of Mastercam X4. 
To install:
1.) Click on the mastercamx4-mu1-web.exe link and save it to your computer.
2.) After the download is complete, double click on the *.exe to begin the installation.
3.) Follow the installation instructions.
 
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Fix for Verify in X4 MU1

There is a bug in X4 MU1 which causes the stock and tool in Verify to display with no lighting, giving it a black appearance.
Installation Instructions:
1.) Download the file mcverify-fix.zip from the above link.
2.) Open your Mastercam X4 MU1 installation directory.
3.) Close X4 MU1 if it is open.
4.) Rename "MCVerify.dll". This will prevent the file from being overwritten by the new *.dll.
5.) Extract mcverify-fix.zip into the root of your X4 MU1 installation.
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OptiPro Systems Ranked #37 Among Rochester's Top 100 Companies
Every year, the Rochester Business Alliance and KPMG LLP sponsor the Rochester Top 100. This list recognizes the top 100 privately held businesses in the Rochester area, based on the three most recent years of revenue growth. At least $1 million in revenue must have been earned for each of those years, and both dollar and percentage growth are considered when determining these rankings. The 2009 Rochester Top 100 was recently announced, and OptiPro Systems made the list at #37! This ranking reflects OptiPro's desire to ensure that all of its customers, whether it be machine tool, Mastercam, or optics customers are completely satisfied with the purchase they make as well as the service they receive before, during and after the sale. To see the entire list, click on the following link: Rochester's Top 100 Companies
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OptiPromotion:
Save $150 When You Sign Up For Mastercam X4 Group Training Class! 
Course Title: Mastercam Mill Beginner - Group Class
Description: This class starts with the basic concepts of Mastercam and progresses to Geometry definition and 2D Toolpaths.The class will begin with lecture-discussion on the fundamentals of how the system operates and the user interface. It then progresses to geometry definition and NC Toolpath generation.
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows� and CNC machining experience helpful
Duration: 2 Days
Cost: $300 per person for the 2-day course (Originally $450)
Class Hours: All classes begin at 9:00 AM and end at 4:00 PM.
Location: Training at OptiPro Systems
 
Here's what one of our Mastercam customers had to say about OptiPro's training class:
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at OptiPro, especially the instructor, Vince Cannarozzo. I found the Mastercam Mill training class very informative, the facility and all accommodations very professional. I'm looking forward to my next training class."
Sandro Belpanno
Davenport Machine, Inc.
 
To sign up, please call (585) 265-0160, or email Lynda Bechtold ([email protected]). We hope to see you there!
Coming Soon: OptiPro's New and Improved Website...
 
Sincerely,
OptiPro Systems
"Authorized Mastercam distributor and certified training facility since 1982"