RANCHecker & RANCHSync

Introduction

We have developed multiple tools for users to help along with the farm rendering process.

It is recommended to always use the last version of our tools to maximise the compatibility and minimise the risk of issues.

RANCHecker

It create a single archive of your project (scene + assets) that will be uploaded on the farm.

Each software has its own RANCHecker version and its own file extension format (.vux).

Logiciel	Extension
3DS Max *	.vu3
Blender *	.vub
Cinema 4D *	.vuc
Houdini	.vuh
Lightwave	.vul
Maxwell	.vum
Maya *	.vua

For installation and use, please refer to the documentation on the dedicated softwares pages.

RANCHSync

This tool outil has multiple functionalities:

1. Download the rendering result of a project computed on the RANCH (images, simulation, …)
2. Upload the archive created by RANCHecker *

^{*depending on the software, see the chart}

first usage

1. Connect your account with the API key found in Settings > Upload and download on your Dashboard

2. Choose the default directory where your renders will be downloaded. Initialy, it is set on C:\Users\username\RANCHSync_projects

Interface

Main windows

The interface is composed of 3 tabs « Download », « Upload » and « Help ». Each is divided in 2 part (except ‘Help’) :

• In the left, the projects list on the connected account.
• In the right, the download options for the selected project in the left part

Tray Icone

When you quit the main interface, RANCHSync stay in background task in your computer. However, it remains accessible in the tray menu in your task bar.

Command	Windows	Mac
Left click	Open the main interface	Open the Menu
Right Click	Open the menu	Open the main interface

Open interface : Open the main interface

Online Dashboard : Open the dashboard of your default browser

Logout : Disconnect the API key currently connected (to link another account for example)

Quit : Completely close RANCHSync