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Newcomers DBPro Corner / Load 3ds and .x models

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Bazza
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Posted: 22nd Aug 2004 20:37
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Hi All

I am trying to load in 3ds and .x models. when I try load ,3ds models my system takes forever to load and all i get is a black screen and I have to ctrl+alt+del to end the task. When I load .x models they load with no problems.

Has anybody experianced this and have a fix for it. I would prefer to have .3ds models as I use 3ds max for my model creation.

Thanks
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dark coder
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Posted: 22nd Aug 2004 22:18
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if your using dbp then ues there are some issues with .3ds loading, stick with .x i have no problems with it

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Bazza
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Posted: 23rd Aug 2004 00:01
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thanks

I have now loaded the panda exporter for 3ds max. do you have any recomendations on the settings?
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Mr Monkey Man
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Posted: 23rd Aug 2004 20:42
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Hi, Im using the panda x exporter for 3dsmax6. I would also like to know what settings to use, because I can export a model and load it in dbpro but it doesnt display the texture or play the animation, just the plain first frame. Please Help.
Thankyou

*For every problem you come across you gain something from correcting it, I hope.
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Sir Spaghetti Code
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Posted: 24th Aug 2004 02:46
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I am also interedted in this, as almost everything on 3DCafe is in .3DS form. I just tried to load my first .3ds model yesterday amd got the same results!

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Mr Monkey Man
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Posted: 24th Aug 2004 02:55
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take everyones advice dont use .3ds files too many problems use .x if you can. What program are you using?

*For every problem you come across you gain something from correcting it, I hope.
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DLS
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Posted: 26th Aug 2004 04:14
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i tried using a 3ds model in my game and it just crashed out. converted it to x and it worked fine.

i'm just about to use the 3ds2x converter for a 3d model i done. i'll let u know if it works.

(just upgraded) system specs: AMD XP 3000+, 512Mb DDR333, nvidia ge-force FX 5600 128MB, 1x8Gb & 1x40Gb HHD, 52x CD drive, DVD+RW 4x, Sound Blaster 128.... all in a Nokia 8310 case :0D
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DLS
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Posted: 26th Aug 2004 04:37
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right. i;ve tried it out and yes it works.

i don't know about textures but it does convert the models very well. next step....texures

(just upgraded) system specs: AMD XP 3000+, 512Mb DDR333, nvidia ge-force FX 5600 128MB, 1x8Gb & 1x40Gb HHD, 52x CD drive, DVD+RW 4x, Sound Blaster 128.... all in a Nokia 8310 case :0D
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John H
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Posted: 26th Aug 2004 17:17
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3DS max is too expensive anyway MS3D is only 20 bucks and -perfect- for DB uses!

Thers a 3DS to .x converter that comes with DBC, and in DBP I think theres a hidden command,,soemthing like 3DS2X, they might have taken it out though.


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DLS
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Posted: 28th Aug 2004 08:08
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well i used a mate copy for a laught to see how hard it was. and its not too bad if ya a quick learner like muggins (me) 'ere.

i can't afford milkshape anyway as i don't have a credit card.

OH and befor he sticks his nose in and plugs he editor...YES i got DeleD. AND no i still ain't got to grips with it.

i ain't had time to be honest

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