Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 3, 2008 Hash Fellow Share Posted June 3, 2008 I got this e-mail today from Anzovin Studio Quote Well, Robert, you talked us into it. We hereby declare TSM2 for A:M to be freeware. Everyone who owns it is now free to give it to others along with the key, and we'll be putting an installer link up on our store site. How's that? Yours, Janet Janet Podell Office Manager Anzovin Studio, Inc. This is wonderful news. Thank you Anzovins! Installation package with kee Code TSM2W_107.zip The manual is in your AM/hxt/TSM folder Tutorial video: Live Answer Time for September 5, 2020 is a beginning-to-end demonstration of the TSM2 rigging process AM version downdate: TSM2 still works in AM v15 which you can install and run with your current subscription license. The models you rig in v15 can still be loaded and used in any later version of A:M Get the v15 installer from thread v15.0j+ (For Use with The Setup Machine 2) Run the v15 installer. Accept its default install location which should look like C:\Program Files (x86)\Hash Inc\V15.0 Copy the master0.lic file from the install folder of your current A:M version to the V15.0 folder. V15 should run now without further key codes. Run the TSM2 installer. Change its default install location to your v15 folder Neck Update: Recently (2019) I have found that, when the TSM Rigger plugin is run, TSM2 no longer recognizes the default neck and head bones as the "neck" system it can rig and list among the other systems listed in the Rigger dialog box. I don't know why that is. TSM2 hasn't changed in 2019 and neither has AM v15. This happens on my computer but not everyone's. If "neck" doesn't appear in TSM Rigger you can use this work-around. If "neck" does appear in TSM Rigger you don't need this work-around. Update Update: on my new computer, the above neck problem no longer occurs and the workaround below is not necessary Workaround: Download this new script spine_and_neck.txt In the folder V15.0>HXT>TSM2>scripts rename neck.txt to neck_orig.txt In the folder V15.0>HXT>TSM2>scripts rename spine.txt to spine_orig.txt Copy spine_and_neck.txt to V15.0>HXT>TSM2>scripts Rename spine_and_neck.txt to spine.txt This replacement spine.txt script now includes tasks that the neck.txt script used to do. This is for default necks only. If you have used one of the other TSM2 neck options you will need to restore the original spine.txt Anzovin Studio is releasing TSM2 as freeware since they are no longer able to devote time and resources to supporting or maintaining it. Send them your thanks, but please don't send them questions or bug reports. Remember that the Mac version was not updated to the latest OSX so it may not work for many Mac users. "Panther" is the last OSX version that TSM2 works on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bigboote Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 That is very generous of them...I'm sure Steve A. is smiling down on us today. And I look forward to Robcat's 'secret's... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
largento Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 This is *excellent* news... if only they'd done this a couple of months ago... :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenH Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 Very generous indeed. Thanks Anzovins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliotclem1 Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 Great thanks. How do i download it? Am i missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PF_Mark Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 Great thanks. How do i download it? Am i missing something? The link she mentoins is not up yet. If you see it be sure to post back here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 Woohooooooo!!!! I can use it on my TERMINATOR!!! Woooohoooo YEEEEHAAAAA! I actually own a copy but it was a very early version and I don't think it works anymore. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phatso Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 You mean I won't have to laboriously rig everything myself? Like it will save time and fit nicely with my basically slothful nature? WOO WOO! Thank you Anzovin. You know what they say: WORK is a 4-letter word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DArtZ Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 yeah but isnt riggin fun:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 yeah but isnt riggin fun:) No. p.s. My shortest post EVER! -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babreu Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 This is great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apprentice Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 Oh fantastic! Thank you much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Question for those who have used the "last" version of TSM: Will it work with v15? I have all versions of AM back to like... 8.5, so... I could always do rigging in a slightly older version and open in v15. Also the version I had was the stand-alone application. I know that the newer one worked as a plugin. So same question I guess. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhar Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I bought their rig after they discontinued it - but I'm happy to have contributed to them. I also purchased their training videos. They're a great bunch. I will purchase more of their awesome products down the line. Thanks Anzovin. EDIT: Robcat: what do you have up your sleeve? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
largento Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Question for those who have used the "last" version of TSM: Will it work with v15? I have all versions of AM back to like... 8.5, so... I could always do rigging in a slightly older version and open in v15. Also the version I had was the stand-alone application. I know that the newer one worked as a plugin. So same question I guess. -vern I bought it just a few months ago and it worked fine in v15 for me (had to use it in Windows, but I ducked back to the Mac inbetween steps.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsjustme Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Very cool! Thanks to Raf and company! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 4, 2008 Author Hash Fellow Share Posted June 4, 2008 EDIT: Robcat: what do you have up your sleeve? Wouldn't it be cool if there were a plug-in that could create any rig? TSM2, Squetch, COGS, AM2001... whatever? And face rigs too? And you could even mix parts from different rigs? Like the spine from TSM2 and the arms from Squetch? And you'd never have to reset a compensate? That would be cool, wouldn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyGormezano Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Wouldn't it be cool if there were a plug-in that could create any rig? TSM2, Squetch, COGS, AM2001... whatever? And face rigs too? And you could even mix parts from different rigs? Like the spine from TSM2 and the arms from Squetch? And you'd never have to reset a compensate? That would be cool, wouldn't it? Gasp!!!! Be still my heart... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonsire Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 That is good news, but the next obvious question is...does anyone have a copy they can put here for downloading? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNBits Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Awesome gift to the AM Community. Thxs Anzovin Studios! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Forwood Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 This is great news! A big thank you to Raf! Robert, is your reference to hidden powers something to do with scripting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petokosun Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I m a bit new to this, is it usable in Animation Master Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bigboote Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 EDIT: Robcat: what do you have up your sleeve? Wouldn't it be cool if there were a plug-in that could create any rig? TSM2, Squetch, COGS, AM2001... whatever? And face rigs too? And you could even mix parts from different rigs? Like the spine from TSM2 and the arms from Squetch? And you'd never have to reset a compensate? That would be cool, wouldn't it? UH...that sounds like the elusive 'Make Dragon' button, almost too good to be true... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bigboote Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I m a bit new to this, is it usable in Animation Master Yup! Anzovins 1st released TSM2 for A:M, and then went 100% Maya with it. They offered it for $60 (originally $100) and now are giving it away free, apparently. The downside is, with NO support or future- but I (and others) can attest that it is a hell of a rigging 'all-in-one' solution and well-worth $100. The Anzovins should put a PayPal 'donate' button on the download page... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliotclem1 Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 So this means that it is free now and legal if someone posts it on the web?? - Has anyone done this yet? Why don't they just let you download off there site for free! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Be patient grasshopper. The water of life drips slowly for those who rush and runs like a river for those who meditate peacefully. (Great. Now I have to pee). Snatch the rig from my hand and it is time for you to leave. ---- Technically... Anzovin's haven't actually made the announcement themselves. They may want to make a big production out of it... confetti, balloons, funny hats, embarrassing photos from childhood, spanking... etc etc. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliotclem1 Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 LOL ok ty can't wait for something to be FREE for A:M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnl3d Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I remember using the original version it worked well it wil be nice to have another tool on the tool belt.....now if I can just find my pants ..(says john trying to be funny like Vern) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3DArtZ Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 I remember using the original version it worked well it wil be nice to have another tool on the tool belt.....now if I can just find my pants ..(says john trying to be funny like Vern) Funny? Like how? Like a clown, like Vern is here to Amuse you?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 No no no... funny like... I'm not wearing pants right now because I work at home... that's funny... or scary... no I just checked. It's funny. ... by the way... where are my pants? I have to go to the Wawa. EDIT: In England, pants are underpants. So... if I'm not wearing pants in England, no one would notice UNLESS I'm also not wearing trousers. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bigboote Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 No no no... funny like... I'm not wearing pants right now because I work at home... that's funny... or scary... no I just checked. It's funny. ... by the way... where are my pants? I have to go to the Wawa. EDIT: In England, pants are underpants. So... if I'm not wearing pants in England, no one would notice UNLESS I'm also not wearing trousers. -vern T.M.I.!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Put some shrimp on the barbie for me mate, I'm not wearing me daks. p.s. This is all Martin's fault. He personally asked me to come back and participate on the forum more. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 4, 2008 Author Hash Fellow Share Posted June 4, 2008 I've added a link to a zip with the installer in the first post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Didn't they do a Mac version? -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 4, 2008 Author Hash Fellow Share Posted June 4, 2008 I believe there was a mac version for TSM2, I don't know if it survived the transistion to OSX. A TSM2 Mac user will have to pop in here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
largento Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 You might be in luck, Vern. It did make it to OSX, but only up to 10.3 and I think all the versions of A:M from 12.0h on require 10.4... So if you have v11 and are using Panther, it should work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 I have v11 on Panther! I did my terminator in v12 on the mac (v12 models will open in v11) and transfered it to v15 on the PC... I've so much trouble with my PC I would at least like to experiment with the rig on my Mac first. If I can't get the mac version I'll give it a go on one of my PC versions. That machine is seriously flakey. EDIT: v12.0q is the version I have on Panther. It may have been the last one before the Tiger version. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighop Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Please let me know if a Mac version is available! It sounds like this TSM would be a nice upgrade to AM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heiner Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Hi Folks, i own TSM2 legaly and i have it working with v.15. So, when there ist an official Anzovin announcement, i am more than happy to share. Cheers Heiner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighop Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 I emailed the company yesterday. I received this reply: Thanks for the compliment, Andy. Yes, we have declared that TSM for AM is freeware and can be freely shared. Janet Podell Office Manager Anzovin Studio, Inc. 320 Riverside Drive, Florence, MA 01062 413-584-8004, fax 484-313-2939 janet@anzovin.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhar Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Maybe its a good idea to attach the release letter with the file. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 If Anzovin's is doesn't want to offer the download from their site, I think Hash at least should host the files and have the link for both versions on the forum. It could in the third party section or something permanent. The idea of a bunch of different people with links to the same or different file or having it hosted on this and that server or whatever... sounds a bit risky and inefficient. My concern would be a "malicious entity" using a "fake" TSM download to lure people in. I know it sounds paranoid, it sounds like a stretch, but that is how they get you sometimes. If the file is trusted and in one place then there's no question where it comes from. I just think this software/plugin should be in one place for download (and not in a post on a forum thread you have to search for). Just my 2 cents. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bigboote Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Everyone's happily downloading and getting aquainted with TSM2 rigger...Vern has 'donned his skivvies... and a hush-silence fills the forum, a nervous energy fills the air... the stage is set... Any time...Rob! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 5, 2008 Author Hash Fellow Share Posted June 5, 2008 If Anzovin's is doesn't want to offer the download from their site, I think Hash at least should host the files and have the link for both versions on the forum. It could in the third party section or something permanent. The idea of a bunch of different people with links to the same or different file or having it hosted on this and that server or whatever... sounds a bit risky and inefficient. My concern would be a "malicious entity" using a "fake" TSM download to lure people in. I know it sounds paranoid, it sounds like a stretch, but that is how they get you sometimes. If the file is trusted and in one place then there's no question where it comes from. I just think this software/plugin should be in one place for download (and not in a post on a forum thread you have to search for). Just my 2 cents. -vern Ok, I'll take my link down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 You don't have to take yours down, at least it's there to get it for now. I think we can trust you. My concern would be down the road when people forget about the big news... and then there might be... 10 different places to download it. Eventually some one might search google for a download. No telling what you might get. -vern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliotclem1 Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 thanks vern now i can't download it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please can you PM me the link or add it the thread again. Why you tell him to take it down ? Why it be bad if more than one site hosted it anyway?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhar Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 I think Vern is on the right track. You can never be too careful. I like the idea of the file having a permenant DL point here in the forum or somewhere on A:M's main page. Maybe it can be included as part of next year's A:M version??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliotclem1 Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 wot so now i am going to have to buy next years a:m just to get this FREE feature!!! Can't anyone just add it. You can never be too careful. What do you mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyvern Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 thanks vern now i can't download it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please can you PM me the link or add it the thread again. Why you tell him to take it down ? Why it be bad if more than one site hosted it anyway?? I didn't tell anyone to take anything down. I was merely making a suggestion. I'm sorry if my suggestion was taken as some command from god. I wish my clients listened too me like that. Please ignore my posts. PUt the file back up. Sorry I brought it up. My mistake. vern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 5, 2008 Author Hash Fellow Share Posted June 5, 2008 and then there might be... 10 different places to download it. Eventually some one might search google for a download. No telling what you might get. Yes, it is possible that some one might use Google to find something on the web. I recall reading something about how people did that. A "search engine" they call it. How modern! Dang, I am so backwards. Big business apparently. So they say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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