How to Install & Use Mech-Q
We strongly recommend that you print these instructions and follow them carefully.
Installing Mech-Q
- EXIT AutoCAD (or IntelliCAD)
- Use Windows Explorer - locate the downloaded file then double click on it to start the program Setup
- If you can't find the file, click the Windows Start menu and select Search (or "Find") then search for the file name: "MQ*.exe"
- When the Mech-Q Setup file is located, double click on it to begin the installation process
- Follow the instructions in the splash screens.
Using Mech-Q
To use Mech-Q successfully you need to follow a few simple steps. These steps vary according to the version of Mech-Q you are using. Please follow the instructions below - corresponding the AutoCAD, Bricscad, IntelliCAD or other CAD version that you have.
MECH-Q - AutoCAD 2006-2024 and AutoCAD LT 2024
- The first time you run AutoCAD - we recommend:
- Right Click on the AutoCAD start icon and select the option "Run as Administrator"
- Check that Mech-Q menu is now added to your AutoCAD menu (see below)
- Check that Mech-Q is working OK.
- Exit AutoCAD in a normal fashion
- Next time you start AutoCAD - start AutoCAD in the normal fashion.
If the Mech-Q was installed correctly, you will note that the Mech-Q menu (Ribbon &/or Pop-up and Toolbars) is now added to your existing AutoCAD menu. Use the Mech-Q menu to access the Mech-Q functions
MENUBAR
If you do not have the AutoCAD "Tools" on the menu bar, type the following command at the AutoCAD command prompt:
MENUBAR and set the variable to 1 ( = ON)
If the Mech-Q menu does not load automatically of other exist, use the following command at the AutoCAD command prompt:
MQDiag
Using MECH-Q for BricsCAD
After you have installed Mech-Q on your computer:
Start Bricscad in the normal fashion. If the Mech-Q was installed correctly, you will note that the Mech-Q menu (Pop-up, Toolbars & Ribbon menu) is now added to your existing BricsCAD menu. Use the Mech-Q menu to access the Mech-Q functions
Using MECH-Q for IntelliCAD, progeCAD, CADian, CADMATE or GstarCAD
Important Note:
The install folder for Mech-Q must be the same as the IntelliCAD (or other CAD version) main install folder (for example, the same location as ICAD.exe or PCAD.exe)
After you have installed Mech-Q on your hard drive:
Start your CAD in the normal fashion. If the Mech-Q was installed correctly, you will note that the Mech-Q menu (Pop-up, Toolbars & Ribbon menu) is now added to your existing CAD menu. Use the Mech-Q menu to access the Mech-Q functions
Manually Loading Mech-Q
If Mech-Q does not load automatically when you start your CAD program - please follow these steps to manually load the Mech-q menu:
Start AutoCAD
A) Adding Mech-Q to the CAD search Path
AutoCAD
Check that the installer has added Mech-Q to the AutoCAD search path:
1. From the >> "Tools" menu select "Options"
2. Select the "Files" tab
3. Select "Support Files Search Path"
Check to see that the Mech-Q install location is found in the search path.
If NOT...
3A) Use the "Add" (or "Add Path" for Bricscad) button to add Mech-Q install location to the CAD search path
BricsCAD
Check that the installer has added Mech-Q to the BricsCAD search path:
1. From the >> "Settings" menu select "Settings"
2. Select the "Program Options" then "Files"
3. Select "Support Files Search Path" and Click on "..." button
Check to see that the Mech-Q install location is found in the search path.
If NOT...
3A) Use the "Add Path" button to add Mech-Q install location to the BricsCAD search path
Default location:
AutoCAD: C:\Program Files\Mech-Q\ACAD
AutoCAD LT: C:\Program Files\Mech-Q\ACLT
BricsCAD: C:\Program Files\Mech-Q\BCAD
For other CAD platforms - Contact ASVIC
4. Use the "Apply" button & then "Close"
B) Load the MECH-Q menu
1. At the AutoCAD command type: MENULOAD
2. Locate the Mech-Q customized user interface file: Mech-Q.CUIX (or Mech-Q.CUI or Mech-Q.MNU)
Default menu file install location:
AutoCAD: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Mech-Q\Menu\ACAD
AutoCAD LT: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Mech-Q\Menu\ACLT
IntelliCAD: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Mech-Q\Menu\ICAD
BricscCAD: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Mech-Q\Menu\BCAD
3. Use the LOAD button to load the Mech-Q menu.
This should load the Mech-Q menu.
Authorizing Mech-Q
(Not applicable to Network/Site licenses)
When you first run Mech-Q, the software will generate an Application Serial Number. The Serial Number must then be sent to ASVIC Engineering & Software - ASVIC will then process and forward to you the Authorization Key.
You can get the Application Serial Number by using either:
- Mech-Q Start-up dialogue or
- About Mech-Q from the Mech-Q menu or
- Authorize Mech-Q from the Mech-Q "Maintenance" menu
To apply for an Authorization Key please click here:
Using the Authorization Key Code:
- From the MECH-Q pull down menu - Select MECH-Q Register
- Enter the Authorization Key code EXACTLY as received (Case sensitive).
- Select the OK tab.
If the Code entered is correct - MECH-Q registration will be accepted.
Mech-Q - Network Version
The Mech-Q demo version is NOT suitable for network installations = A special build of Mech-Q is required for using in a network environment - Please contact ASVIC is you require more information.
Contact ASVIC for Mech-Q Network Version install instructions