before getting started

download and install RhinoCAM

install the latest version of RhinoCAM

configure the RhinoCAM license

  • Download the license file.
    [requires Wentworth login]
  • Open the file and click “Yes” to add the RhinoCAM license values to the Windows Registry.
confirm that the license is active

  • Open Rhino.
  • Navigate to RhinoCAM 202X > License …
  • If the license window looks similar to the screenshot, the license is active.
…If the license is not active

You will be prompted to enter a License/Activation code if the license is not active.

Troubleshooting steps:

  • Confirm that you are connected to the Wentworth network. If you are off campus, you will need to connect through the Global Protect VPN.
  • If you are still having an issue, please submit a ticket with the Techspot [https://techspot.wit.edu/techspot] for further help.

configure RhinoCAM

RhinoCAM must be specifically configured to work with our School’s CNC router.

select Post-Processor

  • Select the Post button in the Machining Browser.
  • Change the Current Post Processor to ShopBot-REV1.
change the Posted File Extension

  • Navigate to RhinoCAM Preferences > Post-Processor.
  • Select Add New… and add .sbp as a new Posted File Extension.

disabling the RhinoCAM plugin (optional)

The RhinoCAM plugin will increase the load time for Rhino significantly. You can disable the plugin when not in-use.

disable the RhinoCAM plugin

  • Enter PlugInManager into the command line to open the Rhino Plug-Ins Manager.
  • Find the RhinoCAM plug-in in the list and disable it. The plug-in will no longer load when Rhino launches.
  • The plug-in can be re-enabled at any time.