Rather than a separate executable file for each of the different modules/levels, V7.5 now uses a single Alphacam executable – acam.exe. The module and level to be used is now controlled by a command switch within the acam.exe shortcut (to edit a shortcut, simply right-click on it and select Properties).
For example, to run the Alphacam Router module, you would use the “/R” switch (e.g., C:\Program Files\ALPHAV75\acam.exe /R).
The Alphacam level to be run is determined by the license being used by the system (a Dealer license will always run the highest level). If necessary, a specific level can be specified by attaching the appropriate level number to the module letter within the command switch.
For example, to force the Alphacam Advanced Router module, you would use the “/R3” switch (e.g., C:\Program Files\ALPHAV75\acam.exe /R3). Note that the license must allow the level (or higher) which is being forced.
Alphacam Levels
1 = Basic
2 = Standard
3 = Advanced
4 = Advanced 3D 3-Axis
5 = Advanced 3D 5-Axis
Alphacam Modules
R = Router (Levels 1-5)
M = Mill (Levels 1-5)
T = Turning (Lathe) (Levels 2, 3, 5)
S = Stone (Levels 1-5)
L = Laser (Profiling) (Levels 3, 5)
W = Wire (Levels 2, 3)
C = Alphacad (No Level used for Alphacad)
NOTE: Not all Alphacam Modules utilize all five Alphacam Levels. Attempting to run an Alphacam Module via an invalid Level number usually results in the highest level of that Module being run. This is same as if no level number was specified.
Additional Command Switches (typically for support purposes)
/NoLocalLicense - Do not look for a license on the PC
/NoNetworkLicense - Do not look for a license on the Network
/ReportLicenseErrors - Report all license errors
/ShowLockCodes - Show the lock code for the key (if attached), or the PC if no key is found
