📢 Fast Ref v1.0.2 Update Contents

🔧 Bug Fixes

• Improved CONVERTED reference stability: Resolved data compatibility issues with converted references in the scene
• Legacy data compatibility: Fixed issue where layer information saved in previous versions was not loading correctly

✨ Feature Improvements

• Biped Prop Scale animation support: Scale animation of Prop nodes (weapons, props, etc.) is perfectly restored even during Replace
• Improved license authentication stability: Applied new V2 authentication system

🎨 UI Improvements

• Added Namespace warning during Merge: Notifies you in advance when merging with Namespace enabled
• Added usage guide to Help menu: Go directly to the official guide page from Help > Usage Guide
• License Menu Improvements

-Improved and optimized UI (as of 26.0119)

Feature Improvements

• Frame restoration after Replace: Automatically returns to the previously viewed frame after the operation is complete
• Rig Info UI optimization: Faster and more stable UI loading

Security Enhancements

• Strengthened prevention of Path Traversal attacks when generating FBX Export filenames
• Added logic to prevent hidden file creation

UI Improvements

• Rig Info node - Unified save button text ("Save Settings")
• Rig Info node - BipedPlus module disabled by default (manual activation when needed)

📦 Rig Data Manager User Guide

🤔 What Is This?

Rig Data Manager is a feature that saves additional information to character rig files.

Once configured, it is processed automatically later, making your work much easier!

😕 Have You Ever Experienced This?

1. I wish the Fast-Ref link worked faster

2. I wish only my designated controllers' animations were restored

3. I added a reference, but the Selection Set isn't loading?

4. Fast-Ref exports automatically, but I only want to extract what I need?

5. This character needs the body and weapons extracted separately as 2 each...

✨ Rig Data Manager Solves It!

Set once → Keep using it easily!

🧩 What Are Fast-Ref / FBX / BipedPlus?

Rig Data Manager is an integrated information node shared by OtakuSolutions products.

Since each product requires different information, they are separated by module:

💡 Check only the products you use!

예시 1) Fast-Ref만 사용하는 경우
   ☑️ Fast-Ref  ☐ FBX  ☐ BipedPlus

예시 2) Fast-Ref + FBX Export 사용하는 경우
   ☑️ Fast-Ref  ☑️ FBX  ☐ BipedPlus

예시 3) 모든 기능 사용하는 경우
   ☑️ Fast-Ref  ☑️ FBX  ☑️ BipedPlus

⚠️ You don't need to check products you don't use!
Just save what you need.

📋 What Each Module Saves

1️⃣ Fast-Ref (Basic)

Information for automatic restoration when replacing references:

2️⃣ FBX Export Settings

Settings to make FBX exporting convenient:

💡 Tip: If you save the Selection Set in the rig file, you can export it the same way no matter what scene you open!

3️⃣ BipedPlus (Optional)

If you use the Reset/Mirror function:

📖 Note: Detailed information about saving initial poses and mirror settings is described separately in the BipedPlus user guide.

🎮 How to Use

Step 1: Open Rig Data Manager

Fast-Ref 메인 UI → Tools 메뉴 → Rig Data Manager

Step 2: Check Target Information

• Current File: Name of the opened .max file
• InfoNode: Whether the INFO node exists

Step 3: Validation Checklist

Inspect items that may cause issues before saving:

⚠️ Caution: The rig must be saved in T-Pose or default pose state!

Step 4: Controller List Management

Register regular controller nodes that are not Biped:

Step 5: Select Save Module List

Select the type of data to save:

Step 6: Save

• INFO Update / Save (🟢 Green): Save to INFO node
• INFO Read (🔵 Blue): Load existing data
• INFO Delete: Delete INFO node

💡 Recommended Workflow

First Save After Completing the Rig

1. 리그 작업 완료 (T-Pose 상태)
2. Rig Data Manager 열기
3. Controller List에 컨트롤러 추가 (자동 감지 또는 수동)
4. Fast-Ref 체크
5. INFO 업데이트 / 저장 클릭
6. .max 파일 저장

Add FBX Export Settings

1. Rig Data Manager 열기
2. FBX 탭 클릭
3. Export Mode: Defined 선택
4. Export할 Selection Set 체크
5. FBX 저장 클릭

When Replacing References

INFO 노드 데이터를 기반으로:
- Biped 애니메이션 자동 복원
- 컨트롤러 컨스트레인 자동 복원
- 커스텀 본 애니메이션 자동 복원

❓ FAQ

Q: Where is the INFO node created?

A: It is created at the top level of the scene with the name __INFO__REFERENCE. It is in Point Helper form and does not affect rendering.

Q: What happens if I delete the INFO node?

A: Auto-analysis mode is activated and basic functions work normally. However, pre-saved settings (Selection Set, etc.) will no longer be available.

Q: What about when there are multiple characters?

A: Open each character's rig file (.max) and save the INFO node individually.

Q: Can I use it without BipedPlus?

A: Yes, of course! Just check Fast-Ref and save. BipedPlus data is optional.

Q: The UI is a bit inconvenient. Are there plans for improvement?

A: Yes, the UI was improved as of 2026.01.19, and it will become even more convenient in the next build. Even if it's inconvenient in the current version, please wait just a little. 🙏 It will be better than it is now. It's cumbersome now, but please use the current UI and we promise improvements in the next build!

-Improved and optimized UI (as of 26.0119)

🔥 New Features

FBX Export System Major Update

Preset System

• Provides default presets: Unity, Unreal, Unreal_Skel, Unreal_Ani
• User preset save and management features
• Per-preset detailed option customization

Selection-Based Export

• Extract currently selected objects directly as FBX
• Can be used without Reference (useful for collaborative work)
• Supports individual FBX extraction by Selection Set

Filename Pattern System

• Supports patterns such as {filename}, {namespace}, {auto_index}
• Improved work efficiency with automatic filename generation

Batch Export

• Extract multiple MAX files as FBX at once
• Automatic log file generation

Selection Set Export/Import

• Save selection sets as JSON files
• Can be loaded in other scenes
• Easy to share Selection Sets during team work

Animation Cleanup

• Clean up unnecessary animation keys
• Timeline optimization

🛠️ Improvements

Rig Info UI Improvements

• Neatly organized with collapsible section UI
• Added Mirror Presets system
• Data management UI improvements

Stability Enhancements

• Multiple Bip001 support
• Enhanced stability for Custom Attribute animation restoration

📥 Installation Guide

1. Go to [My Account] → [My Products]
2. Download the file matching your 3ds Max version used with Fast-Ref
3. Drag and drop the .mzp file into 3ds Max
4. Restart 3ds Max
5. Run from top menu > OS Tools > Fast Ref

• Cause: When reinstalling Fast-Ref, user-customized FBX options were reset, causing inconvenience. This update addresses that issue.

• Fix: Even when reinstalling Fast-Ref, your previously saved FBX options (user presets) are now preserved without being reset.

• Purpose: Enhanced convenience so you can quickly restore your previous work environment without the troublesome reconfiguration process after reinstallation.

1. Background and Cause (Context)

• Required engine registration procedure: To register characters or assets in Unreal or Unity engines, FBX data extraction in the base pose state is required.
• Previous system limitation: The existing Fast-Ref system operated only based on data registered in the 'item list,' making it cumbersome to extract temporary objects not registered or data in specific states.

2. Solution

• Manual extraction feature: The function has been made more flexible so users can extract any desired object immediately without going through the item registration process.
• Navigation: Manual export can be done via [Export] → [Export Selected Objects as FBX] in the top menu.

🔍 Cause

Multiple cases were found where rig files were distributed with test animations included.

✅ Solution

Added Auto Cleanup Animation (Remove except frame 0) option

When adding a reference, if animation keys exist in the rig file,

all keys except frame 0 are automatically deleted

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• Applies to both Biped and regular Bones
• Configurable in Tools > Options > General > Add Process
• Default: Enabled (True)

💡 Recommendations

When distributing rig files, we recommend setting the default pose (T-Pose, etc.) at frame 0.