Product Release Notes

3D Flag Plug-in

3D Flag AE Version 2.0.0 Update:
Compatibility with After Effects CS5 and CS5.5.
Improved real-time renderer.
New interface for real-time Flag simulation.

3D Flag FX Version 1.1.2 Update:
Full compatibility with Motion 4 and Final Cut Pro 7.
Fixes an issue where duplicating layers containing 3D Flag will lead to a crash in Motion 4.
Fixes a memory leak issue while rendering in Motion 4.

3D Invigorator Classic

Version 5.0.9 Update:
Optimized the performance when working with many objects in the scene.
Improved responsiveness of commands in the Object List panel.
Fixes an issue where certain controls would not accept typed in values (Windows Only)

Version 5.0.8 Update:
You can now copy and paste the text from one 3D Text window to another, as well as copying text from word processing programs to paste into the program's 3D Text window.
Upgraded the drawing of Bezier paths so they're easier to draw and manipulate.
You can now cycle through the drawing tools by repeatedly pressing a tool's shortcut key.
Made it easier to delete swatches.
Fixed how reflection maps were applied when reopening version 4 projects in version 5.
Drawing window grids can now be hidden.
Improves Video Card Compatibility for both Mac and Windows.
The file icons are now modern and awesome!
Rearchitected how text works so it's now more intuitive to create text blocks or individual text objects. This also makes it much easier to replace text for versioning or doing text substitution.
The program now saves the last Camera used and the interface will load with the previously used camera.
The Render Test button now works for all Cameras instead of just the Main Camera.
Fixes an issue where After Effects may run out of memory and crash during rendering.
Fixes an issue where editing the text from a version 4 project may cause the text to shift in position.
Fix for a crash that may occur if you are working in a separate program such as Illustrator or Photoshop, and using the Save command.

Version 5.0.7 Update:
Fixes the User Account Controls (UAC) issue on Windows.
Fixes a compatibility issue with OSX 10.7 Lion.
Fixes an issue where using the Undo command when applying materials can cause the program to crash.
Fixes an issue where the project may crash during rendering.

Version 5.0.6 Update:
Fixes an issue related to multi-threaded rendering. It may prevent an issue where the program crashes during the render.
Fixes an issue where if you duplicate or copy and paste 3D Text, the text may shift in position after editing the text.
Fixes an issue where using a Matte material with the setting "Composite on Original" did not show the appropriate layer.
Fixes an issue where the authorization code was not sticking in Windows 7.
Fixed an issue with editing text from older projects.

Version 5.0.5 Update:
Enhanced 3D Text engine. This fixes any issues with incompatible fonts.
Improved multi-threaded rendering engine.
Compatibility opening up older projects.
Fixes issues with importing 3D Models.
Typing values into fields (Windows Only)
Fixed an issue with editing text from older projects.

Version 5.0.4 Update:
Ignores certain Fonts on the Mac where it may cause a crash when opening the 3D Text window.
Edited the Light Menu to show when lights are turned on or off, and also if shadows are turned on or off.

Version 5.0.3 Update:
Fixes an issue opening older project files.
Improves compatibility with Illustrator files.

Version 5.0.2 Update:
Fixes an issue where objects may not be in the same position if you are opening up a project from version 4.5.1.
Fixes an issue where the program may crash if opening up certain projects from version 4.5.1.
Fixes an issue where Layer Maps may not be working properly.

Version 5.0.1 Update:
Fixes an issue where the project may not render the Comp Camera correctly.
Fixes an issue where certain materials do not show up properly in the After Effects interface.
Fixes a Windows issue where applying materials into the Material Docks may cause a crash.

Version 5.0.0 Update:
3D Text & 3D Primitives
Improved 3D Text engine increases the compatibility with many font types.
Customizable Workspaces
Object List lets you select objects easily.
Integrated drawing window lets you use familiar tools such as the Pen, Pencil, Shape, Text, Selection to build and edit professional logos
Cornering and Auto-curve Pen tools allow you edit or draw curves with ease.
Use Gradient/Noise Shaders & Blend Modes to create sophisticated texture maps without having to leave the program.
New UV, Spherical, Planar, Cylindrical, Cubic, or Camera View mapping lets you create different looks for your 3D Objects.

Version 4.5.0 Update:
New feature: user and master swatches. User swatches are now saved in the "Documents > Zaxwerks" folder.
Compatibility with After Effects CS4.

3D Invigorator PRO

Version 5.0.9 Update:
Optimized the performance when working with many objects in the scene.
Improved responsiveness of commands in the Object List panel.
Fixes an issue where certain controls would not accept typed in values (Windows Only)

Version 5.0.8 Update:
You can now copy and paste the text from one 3D Text window to another, as well as copying text from word processing programs to paste into the program's 3D Text window.
Upgraded the drawing of Bezier paths so they're easier to draw and manipulate.
You can now cycle through the drawing tools by repeatedly pressing a tool's shortcut key.
Made it easier to delete swatches.
Fixed how reflection maps were applied when reopening version 4 projects in version 5.
Drawing window grids can now be hidden.
Improves Video Card Compatibility for both Mac and Windows.
The file icons are now modern and awesome!
Rearchitected how text works so it's now more intuitive to create text blocks or individual text objects. This also makes it much easier to replace text for versioning or doing text substitution.
The program now saves the last Camera used and the interface will open with the previously used camera.
The Render Test button now works for all Cameras instead of just the Main Camera.
Fixes an issue where After Effects may run out of memory and crash during rendering.
Fixes an issue where editing the text from a version 4 project may cause the text to shift in position.
Fixes an issue where black pixels may appear during a render when using Fresnel materials.
Fixes an issue where you have to re-link the Text Substitution file after re-opening the project file.
Fix for a crash that may occur if you are working in a separate program such as Illustrator or Photoshop, and using the Save command.

Version 5.0.7 Update:
Fixes the User Account Controls (UAC) issue on Windows.
Fixes a compatibility issue with OSX 10.7 Lion.
Fixes an issue where using the Undo command when applying materials can cause the program to crash.
Fixes an issue where the project may crash during rendering.

Version 5.0.6 Update:
Fixes an issue related to multi-threaded rendering. It may prevent an issue where the program crashes during the render.
Fixes an issue where if you duplicate or copy and paste 3D Text, the text may shift in position after editing the text.
Fixes an issue where using a Matte material with the setting "Composite on Original" did not show the appropriate layer.
Fixes an issue where the authorization code was not sticking in Windows 7.
Fixed an issue with editing text from older projects.

Version 5.0.5 Update:
Enhanced 3D Text engine. This fixes any issues with incompatible fonts.
Improved multi-threaded rendering engine.
Compatibility opening up older projects.
Fixes issues with importing 3D Models.
Typing values into fields (Windows Only)
Fixed an issue with editing text from older projects.

Version 5.0.4 Update:
Fixes an issue where moving a Warp Pose may crash the program.
Ignores certain Fonts on the Mac where it may cause a crash when opening the 3D Text window.
Fixes an issue where applying a material onto an imported 3D Model causes the model to turn black.
Edited the Light Menu to show when lights are turned on or off, and also if shadows are turned on or off.

Version 5.0.3 Update:
Fixes an issue opening older project files.
Improves compatibility with Illustrator files.

Version 5.0.2 Update:
Fixes an issue where objects may not be in the same position if you are opening up a project from version 4.5.1.
Fixes an issue where the program may crash if opening up certain projects from version 4.5.1.
Fixes an issue where Layer Maps may not be working properly.

Version 5.0.1 Update:
Fixes an issue where the project may not render the Comp Camera correctly.
Fixes an issue where certain materials do not show up properly in the After Effects interface.
Fixes a Windows issue where applying materials into the Material Docks may cause a crash.

Version 5.0.0 Update:
Auto-versioning. Set up variables in 3D Text objects and then drive the variables with a text file. This takes versioning to the next level by enabling you to create one animation and then render countless additional animations based on changes in the text file.
Improved 3D Text engine increases the compatibility with many font types.
Customizable Workspaces
Object List lets you select objects easily.
Integrated Drawing Window lets you use familiar tools such as the Pen, Pencil, Shape, Text, Selection to build and edit professional logos
Draw custom bevels with the Profile Editor.
Create and edit Lathe objects easily in the Drawing Window.
Bend, fold, twist your 3D objects with all the exciting features of 3D Warps. With over a dozen different deformations that are all fully customizable, you have endless possibilities.
Cornering and Auto-curve Pen tools allow you edit or draw curves with ease.
Use Gradient/Noise Shaders & Blend Modes to create sophisticated texture maps without having to leave the program.
New UV, Spherical, Planar, Cylindrical, Cubic, or Camera View mapping lets you create different looks for your 3D Objects.

Version 4.5.1 Update:
New feature: user and master swatches. User swatches are now saved in the "Documents > Zaxwerks" folder.
Compatibility with After Effects CS4.
Fixes an issue with the text window when using Windows Vista.

3D Reflector

Version 2.0.1 Update:
Compatibility with OSX 10.7 Lion
Fixes the User Account Controls (UAC) issue on Windows.

Version 2.0.0 Update:
64-bit Compatibility with After Effects CS5.
16 and 32 bit Color Rendering.
New Composite mode that make reflections look better, especially when creating reflections in bright surfaces.
Improved Stability.
Fixes an issue where the reflections could be offset.
Fixes an issue where the reflections may not show up properly depending on the layer ordering.

Version 1.5.1 Update:
Automatically turns off the audio in any Reflector pre-comps, to prevent audio distortion.
Now respects masks on the reflective planes, so that reflections only appear where there is a surface.
Updates the Reflector Updater script to be compatible with CS4.

3D Serpentine

Version 2.0.1 Update:
Compatibility with OSX 10.7 Lion
Fixes the User Account Controls (UAC) issue on Windows.

Version 2.0.0 Update:
64-bit Compatibility with After Effects CS5.
16 and 32 bit Color Rendering.
Improved Stability.
Fixes an issue where the Serpentine Head or Tail End Caps could disappear if using multiple serpents.

Version 1.0.1 Update:
New Feature - By creating an animated mask, the 3D Serpentine body will transition from one shape to the next (Mac & Windows).
Improved Auto-Orientation tool. The "Based on Curvature" Auto-Orientation has been improved to handle advanced curves better. This takes care of issues where the path may twist when the extrusion offset is animated to go through multiple loops (Mac & Windows).
Improved texture mapping. Map coordinates using Lock Map to Path and Not Locked to Path react better to complex curves (Mac & Windows).
Fixes an issue where increasing the Path Smoothness values may introduce new twists to the path (Mac & Windows).
Fixes an issue where if you start a curve with the handle bar pointing vertically, you may see a twist in the beginning of the path (Mac & Windows).
Fixes an issue where the texture map isn't mapped completely, and also calculates shading better when using the "Line" Custom Section Shape (Mac & Windows).
Fixes an issue where the texture map tiling could be reversed if there is scaling applied on the path (Mac & Windows).
Fixes an issue where multiple custom shape masks in the same layer could cause a missing seam in the serpent body (Mac & Windows).

3D Warps Plug-in

Version 2.0.0 Update:
CS5 & CS5.5 Compatibility
Adjustable Draft Mode allows for faster preview speeds.
16 and 32 bit Color Rendering.

Version 1.5.1 Update:
Fixes an issue where shadows casted onto After Effects 3D Layers may not look accurate.
Updated display for objects using 3D Layer Tracking.
Fixes an issue where the object may not move correctly using 3D Layer Tracking when the tracking layer has Orientation applied.
Automatically sets the Warp Limits to 100 when using the Spherify Warp Style. This prevents the sphere from being too big when initially created.

Layer Tools

Version 2.0.0 Update:
CS5 & CS5.5 Compatibility

Version 1.5.1 Update:
Compatibility with After Effects CS4

ProAnimator

Version 5.0.9 Update:
Optimized the performance when working with many objects in the scene.
Improved responsiveness of commands in the Object List panel and other menu options.
Improved performance when working with Poses and Transitions.
Fixes an issue where certain controls would not accept typed in values (Windows Only)

Version 5.0.8 Update:
You can now copy and paste the text from one 3D Text window to another, as well as copying text from word processing programs to paste into the program's 3D Text window.
Upgraded the drawing of Bezier paths so they're easier to draw and manipulate.
You can now cycle through the drawing tools by repeatedly pressing a tool's shortcut key.
Made it easier to delete swatches.
Made it easier to duplicate entire pose/transition sequences.
Warp tracks are now duplicated along with the animation tracks they are applied to.
Fixed how reflection maps were applied when reopening version 4 projects in version 5.
Drawing window grids can now be hidden.
Improves Video Card Compatibility for both Mac and Windows.
The file icons are now modern and awesome!
Rearchitected how text works so it's now more intuitive to create text blocks or individual text objects. This also makes it much easier to replace text for versioning or doing text substitution.
The program now saves the last Camera used and the interface will open with the previously used camera.
The ProAnimator Standalone now saves the Maximize setting for the inner interface window (Windows Only).
The Render Test button now works for all Cameras instead of just the Main Camera.
Fixes an issue where After Effects may run out of memory and crash during rendering.
Fixes an issue where editing the text from a version 4 project may cause the text to shift in position.
Fixes an issue where black pixels may appear during a render when using Fresnel materials.
Fixes an issue where you have to re-link the Text Substitution file after re-opening the project file.
Fix for a crash that may occur if you are working in a separate program such as Illustrator or Photoshop, and using the Save command.

Version 5.0.7 Update:
Fixes the User Account Controls (UAC) issue on Windows.
Fixes a compatibility issue with OSX 10.7 Lion.
Fixes an issue where using the Undo command when applying materials can cause the program to crash.
Fixes an issue where the project may crash during rendering.

Version 5.0.6 Update:
Fixes an issue related to multi-threaded rendering. It may prevent an issue where the program crashes during the render.
Fixes an issue where if you duplicate or copy and paste 3D Text, the text may shift in position after editing the text.
Added a new feature that lets you organize your Object and Camera Animation Presets. By placing your presets into folders, this lets you set up a list hierarchy.
Fixes an issue where using a Matte material with the setting "Composite on Original" did not show the appropriate layer.
Fixes an issue where the authorization code was not sticking in Windows 7.
Fixed an issue with editing text from older projects.

Version 5.0.5 Update:
Enhanced 3D Text engine. This fixes any issues with incompatible fonts.
Improved multi-threaded rendering engine.
Compatibility opening up older projects.
Fixes an issue where the authorization code was not sticking in Windows. With the fix, you no longer need to re-enter the authorization code after restarting the computer.
Typing values into fields (Windows Only)
Fixed an issue with editing text from older projects.

Version 5.0.1 Update:
Fixes an issue where moving a Warp Pose may crash the program.
Ignores certain Fonts on the Mac where it may cause a crash when opening the 3D Text window.
Fixes an issue where applying a material onto an imported 3D Model causes the model to turn black.
Fixes an issue where the alpha channel is not being rendered correctly.
Fixes a rendering issue on Windows XP where clicking on Render Frame or Render Movie crashes the program.
Edited the Light Menu to show when lights are turned on or off, and also if shadows are turned on or off.
Fixed a Multiprocessing issue that can cause the program to crash when rendering.

Version 5.0.0 Update:
Improved 3D Text engine increases the compatibility with many font types.
Customizable Workspaces
Object List lets you select objects easily.
Integrated drawing window lets you use familiar tools such as the Pen, Pencil, Shape, Text, Selection to build and edit professional logos
Cornering and Auto-curve Pen tools allow you edit or draw curves with ease.
Use Gradient/Noise Shaders & Blend Modes to create sophisticated texture maps without having to leave the program.
New UV, Spherical, Planar, Cylindrical, Cubic, or Camera View mapping lets you create different looks for your 3D Objects.
Object deformation lets you bend, fold or twist your objects.
Parenting allows you to track objects from one Object Track to another Object Track.
Batch Project Rendering allows you to render multiple projects in one sitting.
Multiprocessing lets you render faster than ever.

Version 4.5.1 Update:
New feature: user and master swatches. User swatches are now saved in the "Documents > Zaxwerks" folder.
Compatibility with After Effects CS4.
Fixes an issue with the text window when using Windows Vista.
Fixes the (*6) rendering issue in the standalone version when using the latest versions of Apple Quicktime.

ProAnimator FX

Version 4.9.1 Update:
Full compatibility with Motion 4 and Final Cut Pro 7.
Contains new presets for Materials and Object Styles.
Updated authorization dialog messages.
Fixes an issue where the Material and Object Style Swatches can become corrupted.
Fixes Display issues in Motion and Final Cut Pro where the image may become pink, blue or upside down.
Fixes a Field rendering issue where the ProAnimator FX objects are not being rendered.
Fixes an issue where the project settings are not displayed properly within the ProAnimator FX interface.
Fixes an issue where rendering with compressor or batch may cause memory leak issues and / or freezes.

ProModeler Application

Version 5.0.0 Update:
Improved 3D Text engine increases the compatibility with many font types.
Customizable Workspaces
Object List lets you select objects easily.
Integrated drawing window lets you use familiar tools such as the Pen, Pencil, Shape, Text, Selection to build and edit professional logos
Cornering and Auto-curve Pen tools allow you edit or draw curves with ease.
Use Gradient/Noise Shaders & Blend Modes to create sophisticated texture maps without having to leave the program.
New UV, Spherical, Planar, Cylindrical, Cubic, or Camera View mapping lets you create different looks for your 3D Objects.
Multiprocessing lets you render faster than ever.

Version 4.5.1 Update:
New feature: user and master swatches. User swatches are now saved in the "Documents > Zaxwerks" folder.

The Werks Vol. 1

Version 2.0.0 Update:
CS5 & CS5.5 Compatibility
Real-time updates when editing Gradients & Glows.
16 and 32 bit Color Rendering.

Version 1.5.0 Update:
Compatibility with After Effects CS4
Improved stability