The Machine Database was introduced in the v11 release for the Vcarve (Desktop and Pro) and Aspire software. This new database allows the user to create and store custom settings and configurations for single or multiple machines.
Vectric - Machine Configuration Guide
To manually create a machine in the database:
1. Open the Vcarve/Aspire software
2. Select Create New Project
3. Select Machine
4. Add Machine
5. Fill in the necessary fields with the information below:
Name: (Machine Model)
Manufactuer: Next Wave CNC
Controller: Next Wave 1
| Model | Width (X) | Height (Y) |  |
| HD520 |
25 |
50 | |
|
HD510 |
25 | 50 | |
| HD500 | 13 | 25 | |
| SD120 | 12 | 25 | |
| SD110 | 12 | 13 | |
| SD100 (Barracuda) | 12 | 13 | |
| Shark II / HD400 | 13 | 25 | |
| Piranha FX | 12 | 13 | |
| Piranha XL | 12 | 25 | |
| HD 4 | 25 | 25 | |
| HD 4 Ext Bed | 25 | 50 | |
| HD 3 | 25 | 25 | |
| HD 3 Ext Bed | 25 | 50 |
Associated Post Processors:
The next step for adding post processors and associating them with your machine will be discussed in the Adding Post-Processors to Vcarve/Aspire. For the moment complete the Machine configuration by selecting OK at the bottom and then selecting Later to leave the post-processor list empty.
For a complete list or Post Processors, see our Next Wave CNC Post-processors list.