Script for scene conversion

V-Ray V-Ray for 3ds Max General
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Hi.

I have been using a script (conversor_v1.19.mse) to convert existing/old 3DS Max scenes to VRay scenes. This simply converts all materials to VRay materials and changes the render engine to VRay. This has worked for a few years but I am now finding that it crashes Max.

I am using VRay Adv 2.50.01. Could anyone please advise if there is an updated version of the script that I have been using or if there is a better alternative available.

Many thanks,

Terry

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why not use the built in V-Ray scene converter?

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As Syclone1 pointed out, the built in one is pretty good. Only thing I don’t like about it is how it sets reflective properties, though I’m sure there is a good reason. Using it in conjunction with VMC (Vray Material Control) solves this issue easily and for free.

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Watch out with if you have animated bitmaps with start-frame offsets or speeds, the converter doesn’t transfer these over either.

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Hi.

Thanks for the replies.

Forgive my ignorance but where do I find the built in converter?

I looked through the menus and Utilities but I haven’t spotted it?

Thanks,

Terry

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Right click in viewport!! I found it thanks.