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Custom Maid 3D2/Technical Help

2018-05-27T23:57:10Z

Dragonjet: another cause of black screen with fps

{{Custom Maid 3D 2}}
=FAQ=
==Running the game==
*'''Q1: I keep getting an "(0) Yotogi.Category enum parse error (character not japanese)" error when I run the game and I have AppLocale?'''
: A: If your receive an error "(0) Yotogi.Category enum parse error (character not japanese)", that mean '''your computer have not completely changed the located system to japan'''. You must do the follow below (choose one method only).
# You can't use AppLocale to run the x64 version because AppLocale don't support x64 version. but you can use AppLocale to run the x86 version on Windows 7,8 by step below.
## Copy files and folders <code>CM3D2x86_Data</code> and <code>CM3D2x86.exe</code> from '''installation folder''' to '''game folder'''. (example: C:\KISS\CM3D2)
## Right click <code>CM3D2x86.exe</code> and select run with Japanese locale (you need [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc] for the right-click options). '''''Note: HF pAppLoc doesn't work with Windows 10 or x64 version.'''''
# For x64 version '''without set window system locate to japanese''', you can using [https://ntlea.codeplex.com NTLEA x64] by setting [https://puu.sh/y0gTm/9619f6c611.png here] and press the arrow on the bottom right. That makes you can right click <code>CM3D2x64.exe</code> to run with NTLEA x64.
# Set window system locate to japanese to do the following (recommend this method because it simple and work fine on window 10). Control Panel > Region > Administrative Tab > Language for non-Unicode programs choose <code>Japanese(Japan)</code> and restart your computer.

*'''Q2: My game crashes doing in maid creation or doing change skin color and my graphic card is AMD. How to fix this problem?''' 
: A: This guide is helpful for you [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/445139-AMD-CRASH-FIX-FOR-Radeon-HD-Series AMD CRASH FIX FOR Radeon HD Series] or you can access [http://pastebin.com/t3m1Lg3h this] in case the website blocked.

*'''Q3: How do I install the translations?''' 
: A: See [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Technical_Help#Translate_Plus_Plugin|Translate Plus]] or [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Technical_Help#YATranslator_Plugin|YATranslator]].

*'''Q4: My game is black screen with numbers. How to fix this problem?
: A: Maybe this problem is caused from write protected files and unsufficent user rights for the game folder. (example: C:\KISS\CM3D2)
# Right click the game folder > Properties > Security Tab > Advanced
# The list shows the user accounts, where you must add your own account. then set access <code>full control</code> for <code>this folder and all subfolders and files</code>, then press ok to finish.
: A: Another cause could be using the wrong Sybaris variant. There is a variant for [[Custom_Order_Maid_3D_2|COM3D2]] (a separate standalone game), usually named ''Sybaris II'', and you might have used that. Read the sybaris README's before installing or updating. To test if this is your problem, move <code>opengl32.dll</code> outside of the game's root folder for the time being, or just rename it and run the game. If it works again, then this is your problem. Get the correct '''CM3D2''' variant of Sybaris.

*'''Q5: I get a "Daily panel" error during gameplay?''' 
: A: Make sure that you have the official ver1.03 patch installed (and it is correct version x86 or x64).

*'''Q6: When installing patch keeps telling me "Game main executable couldn't be found, patch may be invalid" that after I try to install the patch? 
: A: Make sure the game is installed correctly. If not, the updater will not detect CM3D2 folder on your computer. If you are sure that you have installed correctly, then try to download the patch again from the official site.

*'''Q7: Incorrect Position UI, Transparent UI, White UI, Black screen stuck on Day 1, Night service skill name overlapping after update patch?''' 
: A: Delete Folder "Assets" and "Texture" in <code>Sybaris\UnityInjector\Config</code> and replace them with files download from [https://mega.nz/#!soIGDAAb!OPEppFIJNIJ-iG1m6yDr1HI9wCn9OhzCMuQhbQZNRV4 v1.49 UI translation]. This solve whatever problem you encouter (v1.49 UI translation for ver1.52 or higher, older version you can find them in HF).
: '''''Note: this trouble often found after KISS update the game, be careful this solution in this specific to your game version.'''''

*'''Q8: After installed Karaoke Pack VR, I can't found the karaoke button on the menu and I have used translate plugin? 
: A: Update patch v1.53 and replace a file in translate UI assets folder with file from [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/forum/hentai-lair/hf-modding-translation/custom-maid-3d-2-mods/414082/page9#post5825775 here].

*'''Q9: My game is error "Maid.SetProp" after update patch ver1.56. How to fix that error?
: A: Install ignore errors setprop plugin and update the plugins and loaders you are using according to the list below.
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_i/download/131 Ignore Errors SetProp Plugin] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_h/download/160 Basic Plugin+EditScene Undo] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_h/download/161 EditMenuUtility] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/hatena37/download/75 Distort Correct Plugin] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_h/download/162 DirectPopori Plugin] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_i/download/127 UnderwearAutoChanger] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_i/download/129 CategoryUnlocker] 
# [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_h/download/164 Multiple Maid Plugin ver21.1]

==Gameplay==
*'''Q1: I got this option for my maid to choose between Free and something. What does this mean? ''' 
: A: You are choosing between making your [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay/The_Maid_Profile#Maid_Type|Maid Type]]. There are two types of maid is '''personal (only has sex with you)''' and '''free (has sex with the customers)'''. The first earns you less money than the second.

*'''Q2: How can I replay VIP scenes?''' 
: A: <del>If you want to play them again, you must keep a save file before play the VIP. (After 100 days in game, VIP events that have been played over the first 99 days in game are again avalable to be played with forever but the same requirements are still applied as per the VIP event.)</del> 
: A: After v1.21 and Plus Pack, you can replay unlocked VIP events in [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay#Free_Mode|Free Mode]].

*'''Q3: What are red options during sex?''' 
: A: These are '''one-time''' options for the skill. You can use them again next time if you use this skill again.

*'''Q4: How do I get more maids? I only have 1-2.''' 
: A: You need to get your club '''out of debt''' first. Also, there is no upper limit on maids, but there is an upper limit on six working maids.

*'''Q5: How do I unlock new rooms? ''' 
: A: Increase your [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay#Club_Grade|Club Grade]] from cleaning, decorating and eval and other [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay#Rooms|Rooms]] require expansion installation. This is possible while still in debt.

*'''Q6: After having sex with my maid, I got a notification. Something to do with being close? What does this mean? ''' 
: A: It means you've advanced your [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay/The_Maid_Profile#Status|Relationship]] with your maid.

*'''Q7: How do I earn CR for pay off the 10m Debt?''' 
: A: You can earn a small amount 50k~100k CR of money by [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay/Schedule|Dispatch]] maids during the daytime, but the most amount of money comes from [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay/Schedule|Entertainment]] on nighttime. Entertainment can earn 200k~1m CR per night per maid '''depending on club grade'''. Both Free Maids and Personal Maids are able to entertainment.

*'''Q8: It is said that I got "Ring" from the Lovers Trophy but I can't seem to find it... where can I find it?''' 
: A: It's only unlocked by the time you got the lovers trophy. You still need to buy it from the shop for 10.000.000CR to equip the ring in the arms category.

*'''Q9: All of sudden, There is no "Talk to her" option... What am I doing wrong? ''' 
: A: You didn't put either top or bottom clothes for her, which makes her feels too embarrassed to talk to you. Try to put some clothes instead you ecchi-goshujinsama.

*'''Q10: I can't seem to make the rental maid to do her VIP event? ''' 
: A: You need to supervise her daily activities to earn her trust until you trigger all the 3 specific events which occurs per-day, the last one will pop-up a dialogue that tells you the VIP event is unlocked. The VIP event only occurs once and is not replayable since she's a rental maid. Explained in [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Gameplay/VIP_Events#NPC_Maid|NPC Maid VIP]]

*'''Q11: My game system don't have free mode, marriage, honeymoon, maid battle, empire league, vacation and karaoke, how can I unlock there systems? ''' 
: A: You can unlock there game systems from installing append pack below.
#[http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/plus Plus Pack] will unlock '''free mode''' and '''maid battle''' system.
#[http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/plus2 Plus Pack ACT.2] will unlock '''marriage''' and '''empire league''' system.
#[http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/plus3 Plus Pack ACT.3] will unlock '''honeymoon''' system.
#[http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/vpvr Vacation Pack VR] will unlock '''vacation''' system.
#[http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/kpvr Karaoke Pack VR] will unlock '''karaoke''' system.

==Text Hooking - Visual Novel Reader==
*'''Q1: Why can't I get VNR to work with the game?''' 
: A: VNR doesn't work with the x64 version of the game, use the x86 version instead.

*'''Q2: I managed to sync VNR to CM3D2 but I can't make it translate. The TL box won't come out. What's wrong?''' 
: A: Either enable the VNR built in hooker or rollback; overwrite your current VNR folder.

=Installed Guide=
More information can be found in [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/forum/hentai-lair/hentai-game-discussion/418479 CM3D2 Hongfire] or [https://www.reddit.com/r/cm3d2/comments/6faqro/support_megathread CM3D2 Reddit].
==Installing the Game==
[[File:CM3D2_Installer.png|thumb|Click the highlighted button to install]]
[[File:CM3D2_Insert_disk2.png|thumb|Insert disk 2]]
#Set the '''window system locate to japanese''' or '''[https://ntlea.codeplex.com NTLEA x64]''' '''''Note: HF pAppLoc doesn't work with Windows 10 or x64 version.'''''
#Extract <code>cm3d2_1.iso</code> and <code>cm3d2_2.iso</code> '''(DO NOT extract the .mds files).'''
#Mount <code>cm3d2_1.iso</code> with [http://www.disk-tools.com/download/daemon Daemontools Lite] (If you have trouble using other mounting software, Daemontools Lite has been confirmed to work).
#'''DO NOT autorun''', but open the mounted dvd in explorer and click <code>Installer.exe</code> if your computer locale already in japanese, otherwise, right-click <code>Installer.exe</code> and select Run with Japanese locale as an administrator (you need '''NTLEA x64''' for the right-click options).
#Optional: Change the install folder (default is C:\KISS).
#Click the button <code>インストール</code> to start the CM3D2 setup.
#Confirm that you want to install to that location and wait while the setup until setup asks for disk 2.
#Mount <code>cm3d2_2.iso</code> and click Retry.
#Wait for the setup to finish and close the installer.
 
 
 
 
==Updating Patch==
[[File:Kissupdatepage.JPG|thumb|right|KISS official update webpage]]
[[File:Kissupdate folder.JPG|thumb|right|Extracted .zip files]]
#Set the '''window system locate to japanese''' or '''[https://ntlea.codeplex.com NTLEA x64]''' '''''Note: HF pAppLoc doesn't work with Windows 10 or x64 version.'''''
#Download the update version based on your game version (x86 or x64). For lastes version update: http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/update.php Or visit forum for mirrors: [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/forum/hentai-lair/hentai-game-discussion/418479 CM3D2 discussion]
#First download the updater ver.1.00～1.12 (cm3d2_up_for_1_00-1_12).
#Extract the .zip file and execute the <code>update.exe</code> located inside the extracted folder. (It will auto-detect your installation directory) you can simply execute the <code>update.exe</code> if your computer locale already in japanese, otherwise, right-click <code>update.exe</code> and select ''Run with Japanese locale as an administrator'' (you need '''NTLEA x64''' for the right-click options).
#Choose <code>適用</code> -> <code>開始</code>, and wait for the patch to be extracted and installed.
#Next download the latest updater (example: cm3d2_up154.1_x86_sub or cm3d2_up154.1_x64_sub or higher) and repeat ''step 4 and 5'' after downloading the latest updater.
#After update complete, next time you can update the latest patch into your game without update ver.1.00～1.12 again.
Additional screenshots for '''Step 5''' as below:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[File:Kissupdate patch1.JPG|300px|center]] || [[File:Kissupdate patch2.JPG|300px|center]]
|}

'''''1st Note:''' If the patch didn't detect your installation directory and/or somehow the update.exe bugged, you can overwrite the ''GameData'' folder, and you will also need to update the ''update.lst'' file, which is advanced for veteran users.'' 
'''''2nd Note:''' The '''update.exe''' will not install an already installed patches/DLCs as seen in additional screenshots for Step 5 where the START option is '''''greyed out''''', it follows the ''update.lst'' file, in case you are wondering it is located on your CM3D2 Root directory. (example: ''C:\KISS\CM3D2\'')'' 
'''''3rd Note:''' For the old version update can be found [http://kisskiss.tv/cm3d2/oldupdate.php here]''

==Installing Sybaris==
===Sybaris FAQ===
*'''Q1: What is Sybaris? 
: A: Sybaris is loader that runs plugins other than the official plugins have been installed in the base game.

*'''Q2: What is the difference between Sybaris and Reipatcher? 
: A: Both loader have no difference in usability. The only difference is the methods of operation.

*'''Q3: Why use Sybaris? 
: A: Sybaris have the advantage better than Reipatcher is: 
# Does not affect the base game, you can go back to vanilla anytime. 
# Updating the game causes less problems.

*'''Q4: Sybaris have a disadvantage? 
: A: Sybaris has the following disadvantages: 
# Many plugins for Sybaris are only available in japanese language. 
# Some Reipatcher plugins are incompatible with Sybaris, such as Unified Translation Loader.

*'''Q5: Sybaris need to install Reipatcher? 
: A: No

*'''Q6: How many sybaris plugins are supported?
: A: You can check [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/forum/hentai-lair/hf-modding-translation/custom-maid-3d-2-mods/5892638-list-of-plugins-available-for-cm3d2 here] or [http://motimoti3d.jp/blog-entry-37.html motimoti3d]

*'''Q7: How to change reipatcher to sybaris?
: A: you can do the following:
# Delete '''Reipatcher''', '''UnityInjector''' and '''ModEditor''' folder in game folder. (example: C:\KISS\CM3D2)
# Go to folder <code>CM3D2x64_Data or CM3D2x86_Data\Managed</code> and delete '''CM3D2.ExernalSaveData.Managed.dll''', '''CM3D2.MaidVoicePitch.Managed.dll''', '''CM3D2.Translation.dll''', '''UnityInjector.dll''' and '''ExIni.dll'''.
# Restore '''Assembly-CSharp.dll''' file in <code>CM3D2x64_Data or CM3D2x86_Data/Managed</code> from the latest game patch and copypaste and rewrite them. (example: cm3d2_up152 or higher)
# Download Sybaris AIO, There's a useful readme.txt file and follow its instructions correctly.
# Delete the shortcut from HF Patch, After all that you're done.

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===Sybaris===
For an easy installation you can download: [http://custommaid3d2.com/index.php?resources/noctsouls-sybaris-for-1-58-1.62 Sybaris AIO for 1.58.1] 
This Package contains:
* Sybaris support v1.58+
* Plugins
* Translator
* Uncensor

1. Download [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_e/download/317/cm3d2_e_317.zip Sybaris] or Sybaris AIO 
2. Copy '''opengl32.dll''' and '''Sybaris''' folder and place into the game folder. example: <code>C:\KISS\CM3D2</code> 
Please use opengl32.dll according to version game you play. 
# <code>cm3d2_e_317\opengl32.dll</code> for the 64bit version (x64).
# <code>cm3d2_e_317\x86\opengl32.dll</code> for the 32bit version (x86).
<code>SybarisArcEditor</code> is optional if you need to install, copy and then put in game folder. This program will allow you to view and edit .arc files.

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===Basic Plugin===
1. Download [https://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_h/download/58/cm3d2_h_58.zip Basic Plugin] or Sybaris AIO 
This Package contains:
* MaidVoicePitch Plugin
* ExternalSaveData Plugin
* FastFade Plugin
* AddModsSlider Plugin
* ExternalPreset Plugin
* ConsistentWindowPosition Plugin '''(Optional)'''
* EditSceneUndo Plugin '''(Optional)'''
* LogWindow Plugin '''(Optional)'''
* PersonalizedEditSceneSettings Plugin '''(Optional)'''
* SkillCommandShortCut Plugin '''(Optional)'''
* VoiceNormalizer Plugin '''(Optional)'''
2. Copy .dll files in folder <code>Loader</code> and <code>UnityInjector</code> from basic plugin to sybaris in game folder.
# <code>cm3d2_h_58\ReiPatcherレス化プラグイン一式170606\Sybaris\Loader</code> ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Loader</code>
# <code>cm3d2_h_58\ReiPatcherレス化プラグイン一式170606\Sybaris\Plugins\Unityinjector</code> ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector</code>
3. Copy files in folder <code>Config</code> to <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config</code> in game folder. 
4. For '''optional''' plugins, you can install them by copy .dll files to Sybaris in game folder.
# <code>cm3d2_h_58\ReiPatcherレス化プラグイン一式170606\Sybaris\Loader\オプション</code> ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Loader</code>
# <code>cm3d2_h_58\ReiPatcherレス化プラグイン一式170606\Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\オプション</code> ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector</code>

'''''1st Note:''' '''FastFade Plugin''' will change the display of the game. If you don't need to use the plugin, then shouldn't be installed.'' 
'''''2nd Note:''' Other plugins mostly there is step to installation same as basic plugin. However, for correct let check the readme before installation.''

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===TranslatePlus Plugin===
'''*TranslationPlus is known to have compatibility issues with v1.49 or newer with translate textures and skill icons. Consider using [[Custom_Maid_3D_2/Technical_Help#YATranslator_Plugin|YATranslator]] or proceed at your own risk. '''
1. Download [https://github.com/zklm/CM3D2.TranslationPlus/releases Translate Plus Plugin] or Sybaris AIO 
2. Copy files below in the translateplus folder to these folders.
# CM3D2.TranslationPlus.Sybaris.Patcher.dll ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Loader</code>
# CM3D2.TranslationPlus.Hook ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Plugins\Managed</code>
# CM3D2.TranslationPlus.Plugin ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector</code>
3. TranslatePlus Plugin is require a translate data to run with the plugin. you can find translate data in '''Sybaris AIO''', then put a translate data into <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config</code>
# Copy "Assets" folder to <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config\Assets</code> in sybaris folder.
# Copy "String" folder to <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config\Strings</code> in sybaris folder.
# Copy "Texture" folder to <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config\Texture</code> in sybaris folder.

===YATranslator Plugin===
YATranslator is a translation loader. It supports CM3D2 v1.49 and newer, works with ReiPatcher and Sybaris, and replaces TranslationPlus or Unified Translation Loader. The plug-in also fixes many loading errors present in other translation loaders. 
1. Download [https://github.com/denikson/CM3D2.YATranslator/releases YATranslator Plugin] or Sybaris AIO 
2. '''Remove TranslationPlus or Unified Translation Loader''' 
3. Follow the installation guides [https://github.com/denikson/CM3D2.YATranslator/wiki/Installation here] or in the READMEs 
4. YATranslator Plugin is require a translate data to run with the plugin. you can find translate data in '''Sybaris AIO''', then put a translate data into <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config</code>
# Copy "Assets" folder to <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config\Assets</code> in sybaris folder.
# Copy "String" folder to <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config\Strings</code> in sybaris folder.
# Copy "Texture" folder to <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config\Texture</code> in sybaris folder.

'''''1st Note:''' If you have any trouble with incorrect UI, transparent UI, white UI, black screen stuck on Day 1 or night service skill name overlapping, '''remove all previous translations loaders!''' The issues have been fixed in YATranslator, but having older translations loaders (TranslationPlus, UTL) conflict with the new plug-in. '' 
'''''2nd Note:''' It is recommended to get the '''AutoTranslate Plugin''' to enable automatic Google translations. You can find the plug-in on [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/forum/hentai-lair/hf-modding-translation/custom-maid-3d-2-mods/5756478-plugin-automatic-google-translate-v1-3-2-2017-10-26 HongFire] and [https://github.com/texel-sensei/CM3D2.AutoTranslate/releases GitHub]''

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===YASDPlus Plugin===
'''First Step: Prepare File''' 
1. Download [https://mega.nz/#!G8Y3gIwL!6U5x1xWj-QzmP8CULD6OoaxuvbWJhR1SUlcKpx_aMtI Soft-Demosaic Plugin] (Password: byreisen) 
Copy file '''CM3D2.NoMosaic.Plugin.dll''' from the CM3D2.NoMosaic folder to <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector</code> 
2. Next Step (If you have Sybaris AIO pack, skip to step 2.3) 
Download [https://mega.nz/#!Y5hCXThS!jgbR9IFpBgFlT9V1-YEh9FpJK4ajoVweN9GOyTL5wrE Female Uncensor-Menelol(R4)] (Password: 4HF) 
Download [http://ux.getuploader.com/cm3d2_d/download/84/cm3d2_d_84.zip 適当ツールまとめ] 
# Go to folder <code>Girl Uncensor\UnityInjector\config</code> of Female Uncensor-Menelol, find all .png file inside the folder. 
# Import .png files in Female Uncensor-Menelol folder to program '''[CM3D2]tex←→png変換.exe''' in <code>cm3d2_d_84\[CM3D2]適当ツールまとめ</code> then convert .png to .tex, doing all the files until complete. 
# Go to folder <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\GameData</code>, create a new folder "FemaleUncensor" then pull all .tex uncensor files from convert or sybaris pack into this folder. example: <code>Sybaris\GameData\FemaleUncensor</code> ➡ <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\GameData\FemaleUncensor</code> 
3. Download [http://custommaid3d2.com/index.php?resources/maletnp-and-maleuncensor.64 MaleUncensor] or Sybaris AIO 
Then put male uncensor into <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\GameData</code>

'''Second Step: Installation''' 
1. Download [http://pastebin.com/pTKGk0Ef YASDPlus Plugin] or Sybaris AIO 
2. Copy file '''cm3d2.yasdplus.plugin.cs''' into folder <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\AutoCompile</code>. when opening the game, the game will generate this files below
# cm3d2.yasdplus.plugin.dll in <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector</code>
# yasd.ini in <code>Sybaris\Plugins\UnityInjector\Config</code>
When you get the above files, YASDPlus Plugin installation have been completed. 
''Note: You can setting uncensor in the game by opening '''yasd.ini''' file in Notepad. See the setting from [http://motimoti3d.jp/blog-entry-53.html here].'' 
''Note: If male character has cylinder shape, because '''you do not put the male uncensor''' into sybaris. Please see third step in the first step: prepare file.''

==Installing Mod==
[[File:Cm3d2installmod01.jpg|thumb|right|Example installing mods within folder]]
Installation the mod, you can follow the steps below. 
'''For Vanilla''' 
1. Go to game folder create a new folder "Mod" (example: C:\KISS\CM3D2\Mod) 
2. Put the mod files into <code>CM3D2\Mod</code> folder. 

'''For Sybaris''' 
1. Go to <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\GameData</code> in sybaris folder. 
2. Put the mod files into <code>CM3D2\Sybaris\GameData</code> folder. 

''1st Note: Some mod must be placed in sybaris folder, please check the readme before installing.'' 
''2nd Note: For .mod file should be placed without the folder.'' 
''3rd Note: If you see an error while using mod, please check the mod requirements from readme and update.

Artificial Academy 2/Technical Help

2014-07-13T02:45:19Z

Dragonjet: /* FAQ */ added entry about alres409.dll

{{hgame|game=Artificial Academy 2|company=IllusionGames|category=IllusionGames}}
''If you have problems installing or running the game, this is what you should read. ''
= FAQ =
[[File:AA2_Insert_disk.png|thumb|Insert disk 1]]
[[File:AA2_Bad_installation.jpg|thumb|Bad installation]]
[[File:AA2_Text_issue.jpg|thumb|Text issue - caused by not using Japanese locale properly]]
*'''Q: I keep getting 0% on all interactions. Please help!?''' A: You must run the game (<tt>AA2Play.exe</tt>/<tt>AA2Play English.exe</tt>) with Japanese locale (use AppLocale (or [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc])). It will also work if you run the game via the desktop shortcut installed by the [[#The HF Patch|HF Patch]] (because it's an AppLocale shortcut).

*'''Q: My game freezes (or they just stand there and I can't do nothing) on all/some conversations. Help!?''' A: You must run the game (<tt>AA2Play.exe</tt>/<tt>AA2Play English.exe</tt>) with Japanese locale (use AppLocale (or [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc])). It will also work if you run the game via the desktop shortcut installed by the [[#The HF Patch|HF Patch]] (because it's an AppLocale shortcut).

*'''Q: It's telling me to insert the "commercial version disk" even though I already have it mounted AND renamed it DISK1.mdf. I'm already in Japanese locale, and I still tried running it with applocale?''' A: Mount <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2\DISK1.iso</tt> with [http://www.disk-tools.com/download/daemon Daemontools Lite] (other mounting software has been known to fail with Japanese games, so please use Daemontools Lite! - it's completely free)

*'''Q: I can't get PowerISO to mount disk 2 and 3. Any help?''' A: Mount <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2\DISK1.iso</tt> with [http://www.disk-tools.com/download/daemon Daemontools Lite] (other mounting software has been known to fail with Japanese games, so please use Daemontools Lite! - it's completely free)

*'''Q: While installing, the game complains about Data1.cab from disk1. Help!?''' A: Make sure that you mounted DISK1.mdf (i.e. ジンコウガクエン2.mdf renamed to DISK1.mdf). If that doesn't help, try extracting ジンコウガクエン2.mdf again, rename it to DISK1.mdf, and follow the [[#Quick step-by-step guide|quick step-by-step guide]] below.

*'''Q: How do I zoom in, mouse wheel is getting me nothing?''' A: Right click and move the mouse.

*'''Q: The text is not displayed correctly (I see only ??? or 'u' and 'v' characters like on the Text issue picture on the right) and I already set my system locale to Japanese?''' A1: Use AppLocale instead (or [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc]), but make sure your "Region and Language" settings are in your native language; AppLocale will not work properly if it already thinks you're running in Japanese. A2: You need to set Formats and non-unicode programs (under Administrative) under "Region and Language" to Japanese (setting only non-unicode to Japanese is not enough with this game).

*'''Q: I have a trait/personality/etc in my game that doesn't seem to be mentioned anywhere?''' A: The translation of personalities, traits, sexual prefs, items etc. are subject to change until after the game has been launched. To ensure that you have the latest official translations go [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3539158 here].

*'''Q: My game just randomly crashes and I've tried reinstalling so many times, my system locale is japanese.''' A1: Use AppLocale instead (or [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc]), but make sure your "Region and Language" settings are in your native language; AppLocale will not work properly if it already thinks you're running in Japanese. A2: You need to set Formats and non-unicode programs (under Administrative) under "Region and Language" to Japanese (setting only non-unicode to Japanese is not enough with this game). A3: It might be because you load hacked characters or that use mods that you don't have installed. Easiest way to make sure is to load all characters you want to play with in AA2Edit one by one, review the hair/traits/sex prefs etc. and then save the character as a new file (System tab). Then you can start the game and safely load the characters you just saved.

*'''Q: The Maker/game stopped working (it crashes) when I launch it?''' A: This is known to happen (rare) and can be caused by other applications running. Try closing any open applications (browser etc.) and try again. If that doesn't help, try restarting Windows and then try running it again.

*'''Q: How to get the game uncensored? The uncensor for the Maker doesn't seem to work?''' A: It works only for the nude models. So undress completely.

*'''Q: Where do I put custom eye textures?''' A: If you installed AA2 Edit to the location suggested [[#Quick step-by-step guide|below]]: C:\illusion\AA2Edit\data\texture\eye\

*'''Q: Does anyone know what this error means (see Bad installation picture on the right)? It keeps showing up every time I talk to someone or they talk to me in game. All I have to do is click it to make it go away but its very annoying! Anyone know what it says?''' A: You installed the maker and game in the same folder (instead of following the Quick step-by-step guide [[#Quick step-by-step guide|below]]). Playing full screen may suppress the error, but otherwise install the game like suggested [[#Quick step-by-step guide|below]] to fix it.

*'''Q: The game lags when in conversation/H scene. My laptop has two graphics adapters, but for some reason the game defaults to the slow one?''' A: If you installed the Windowed Fullscreen 2.0 mod it can because of that and you should just delete the mod, i.e. delete <your AA2Play folder>\d3d9.dll. Note that the Windowed Fullscreen mod is intended for running the game windowed and all it does is remove the borders on the window so that it seems to run full screen.

*'''Q: The game lags when in conversation/H scene, but my AMD graphics should be more than enough for this game?''' A: If you installed the Windowed Fullscreen 2.0 mod it can because of that and you should just delete the mod, i.e. delete <your AA2Play folder>\d3d9.dll. Note that the Windowed Fullscreen mod is intended for running the game windowed and all it does is remove the borders on the window so that it seems to run full screen.

*'''Q: When I run the game I see only a black screen? btw, I run the game in full screen and I installed the Windowed Fullscreen 2.0 mod.''' A: The Windowed Fullscreen mod is intended for running the game ''windowed'' in your desktop resolution (set the game resolution to match your desktop in Options on the AA2Play launcher). The purpose of the mod is that the game will seem to be in fullscreen, but you will be able to Alt-Tab etc. without it crashing/just showing a black screen. If you wish to run the game in full screen you should just delete the mod, i.e. delete <your AA2Play folder>\d3d9.dll.

*'''Q: How do I get downloaded characters to work? They just show up blank in the maker??''' A: Some browsers have problems saving the image file properly when using "Save image" option... try using "Save link as". If that doesn't work, click on the picture first so it opens with the picture viewer of the website or browser and THEN save it.

*'''Q: I have no voice audio and I tried everything?''' A: If you have 5/7.1 make sure that the middle jack is connected, because that's where the voices are.

*'''Q: I'm getting an error: "Could not find the resource DLL file: alres409.dll"''' A: Your computer is probably already in Japanese Locale Regional Settings. You do not need to use the HFAppLoc's ''Run with Japanese locale''. Run the program directly or ''Run as administrator'' depending on the exe file you are attempting to open.

=Installing the Game=
==Quick step-by-step guide==
Note that this covers installing the game from scratch. If you already installed the Maker (aka. AA2 Edit) you can skip the AA2 Edit steps.
[[File:AA2_Startup.png|thumb|Startup.exe: Click the fourth button to install AA2, fifth button to install the AA2 Edit]]
[[File:AA2_Change_destination.png|thumb|Click highlighted button to change the destination]]
[[File:AA2_Destination_changed.png|thumb|It should look like this before you click (N)]]
[[File:AA2_Insert_disk2.png|thumb|Insert disk 2]]
#Extract ジンコウガクエン2.mdf, DISK2.mdf and DISK3.mdf (DO NOT extract the .mds files!) to e.g. C:\Downloads\AA2
#Rename ジンコウガクエン2.mdf to DISK1.mdf
#Mount <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2\DISK1.mdf</tt> with [http://www.disk-tools.com/download/daemon Daemontools Lite] (other mounting software has been known to fail with Japanese games, so please use Daemontools Lite! - it's completely free)
#DO NOT autorun, but explore the mounted dvd and right-click <tt>Startup.exe</tt> and select ''Run with Japanese locale as administrator'' (you need [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc] for the right-click options).
#Refer to Startup.exe picture on the right: If you can click the second button it means you have to install [http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=35 DirectX 9.0c]. Your game will not work if you ignore these two issues!
#Click the third button from the top (ref. Startup.exe picture) to start the AA2 Edit (aka. Maker) setup.
#Click the button with (N) '''once'''.
#'''IMPORTANT: '''Change the destination to e.g. <tt>C:\illusion\AA2Edit</tt> if you want to be able to play the game! (see picture on the right)
#Click (N) again a few times and wait while AA2 Edit installs (will only take a few seconds).
#When the AA2 Edit setup is complete: Click the fourth button from the top (ref. Startup.exe picture) to start the game (AA2 Play) setup.
#Click the button with (N) '''once'''.
#'''IMPORTANT: '''Change the destination to e.g. <tt>C:\illusion\AA2</tt> if you want to be able to play the game! (see picture on the right)
#Click N again a few times, and lastly (I), and wait while the game installs.
#About a third through the setup will ask for DISK2 (ref. Insert disk 2 picture on the right): Mount <tt>DISK2.iso</tt> with Daemontools Lite, wait a few seconds and then click OK.
#About two thirds through the setup will ask for DISK3: Mount <tt>DISK3.iso</tt> with Daemontools Lite, wait a few seconds and then click OK.
#Wait while the game finishes the installation.
#To run the game you need to mount <tt>DISK1.mdf</tt> again and right-click <tt>C:\illusion\AA2\AA2Play.exe</tt> and select ''Run with Japanese locale''.

==Next step==
When you have successfully installed and tested the game you probably want to install official DLC/patches/addons as well as English translations and uncensor.

The easiest is to use the HF Patch. The latest version of the HF Patch includes the official patch 1.0.1 and DLC1 (jg2_03_plus.exe). The current release comes with partial English translations, full uncensor and other useful stuff. You can install additional or different mods after you have applied the HF Patch.

===The HF Patch===
#Download [http://www.anime-sharing.com/forum/requests-releases-123/release-%5Bmod-release-thread%5D-illusion-artificial-academy-2-a-223235/#post1532691 the Artificial Academy 2 HF Patch].
#Read the [http://www.anime-sharing.com/forum/requests-releases-123/release-%5Bmod-release-thread%5D-illusion-artificial-academy-2-a-223235/#post1532691 patch release post] while downloading, so you know what is required and what to expect!
#Run the patch by double-clicking on the file you just downloaded.
#Read the information in the beginning and make sure that you have enough free disk space to run the patch before you click Next!
#Click Next and review the components. The ''Recommended installation'' is all you need to get the game updated, partially translated and partially uncensored, but you might want to check out the options anyway.
#Click Next and consider installing an icon on your desktop (TIP: The shortcut using AppLocale is highly recommended, because you still have to run the translated game with Japanese locale. Using the shortcut will make it completely transparent that you actually run the game with Japanese locale).
#Click Next to start patching your game. Beware that patching your game will change installed files and it cannot be reversed or uninstalled. Therefore you should keep the original files, so you can restore the game to it's original state later on if needed. Having the original files might be a necessity if you plan to install additional or different mods later on.
#Let the patch finish. Patching may take several minutes and the progress bar may not move. Just be patient. It is guaranteed to work if you installed the game as outlined above.
#Play the updated, partially translated and partially uncensored game by double-clicking the desktop icon. :)

TIP: You can move the desktop shortcut to anywhere you prefer (some prefer to have it in the game folder) and it will still work.

'''Note:''' It is normally safe to run the patch again if you want to install additional components or change options. Just deselect the components you previously installed and patching will be relatively quick.

=Installing the DLC=
This section explains how to install the preorder bonus and DLC the easy way.

==The Easiest Way==
Get the [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/430353?p=3551838#post3551838 Artificial Academy 2 DLC HF Patch]. It will install all the below DLC and you don't have to worry about it.

'''Note:''' The Artificial Academy 2 '''DLC''' HF Patch doesn't include any mods, you need the [[#The HF Patch|HF Patch]] for those!

==jg2_sou.exe==
#Right-click <tt>jg2_sou.exe</tt> and select ''Run with Japanese locale'' (you need [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc] for the right-click options).
#Click the highlighted button (the left one) and wait while the archive extracts.
#Open the "ジンコウガクエン２予約特典" folder.
#Open the "ジンコウガクエン２曹" folder.
#Copy all files/folders from \setup\main\ to your AA2 folder (C:\illusion\AA2).
#Copy all files/folders from \setup\edit\ to your AA2 Edit (aka. AA2 Maker) folder (C:\illusion\AA2Edit).
#Open the "ジンコウガクエン２予約特典髪型" folder.
#Copy all files/folders from \setup\main\ to your AA2 folder (C:\illusion\AA2).
#Copy all files from \setup\edit\ to your AA2 Edit (aka. AA2 Maker) folder (C:\illusion\AA2Edit).
#Done.

==jg2_03_plus.exe==
#Right-click <tt>jg2_03_plus.exe</tt> and select ''Run with Japanese locale'' (you need [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc] for the right-click options).
#Click the highlighted button (the left one) and wait while the archive extracts.
#Open the "ジンコウガクエン２追加髪型アップデートプログラム" folder.
#Copy all files/folders from \setup\main\ to your AA2 folder (C:\illusion\AA2) - Yes to overwrite.
#Copy all files/folders from \setup\edit\ to your AA2 Edit (aka. AA2 Maker) folder (C:\illusion\AA2Edit) - Yes to overwrite.
#Done.

=Installing the Maker=
Note that this covers installing the Maker ONLY (for those without the full game). '''IMPORTANT:''' If you have the full game you should follow the [[#Quick step-by-step guide|quick step-by-step guide]] above!
[[File:Maker_Startup.png|thumb|Maker Startup]]
[[File:ArtificialAcademy_destinationchanged.jpg|thumb|It should look like this before you click (N)]]
#Run <tt>jg2_02_make.exe</tt>.
#Enter a location to install it, e.g. <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2Maker</tt> (you can just paste this to the extractor and it will create the folders).
#Press Enter and wait for the extraction to complete.
#Go to <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2Maker</tt>.
#Rename the "ジンコウガクエン２きゃらめいく製品版" folder to e.g. "Maker", so that you have <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2Maker\Maker</tt>.
#Go to <tt>C:\Downloads\AA2Maker\Maker</tt>.
#Right-click <tt>Startup.exe</tt> and select ''Run with Japanese locale as administrator'' (you need [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc] for the right-click options).
#Refer to Maker Startup screenshot on the right: If the second button is not grayed out you must install [http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=35 DirectX 9.0c]. Your game will not work if you ignore this!
#Click the third button from the top (ref. Maker Startup screenshot on the right) to start the AA2 Edit (aka. Maker) setup.
#Wait while the setup starts up and then click the button with (N) '''once'''.
#'''IMPORTANT: '''Click the top-right button and ''change the destination'' to e.g. <tt>C:\illusion\AA2Maker</tt>!! (ref. 'It should look like this before you click (N)' screenshot on the right)
#Click (N) again a few times and wait while AA2 Edit installs (will only take a few seconds).
#Click (F) and you're done installing the AA2 Maker. :)

==Running the Maker==
#Go to the <tt>C:\illusion\AA2Maker\</tt> folder.
#Right-click <tt>AA2Edit.exe</tt> and select ''Run with Japanese locale'' (you need [http://www.hongfire.com/forum/showthread.php/328830 HF pApploc] for the right-click options).

=Improving the Visuals=
Some people may not know it, but it's possible to significantly improve how the game looks just by setting a few settings in your graphics adapter control panel. These settings shouldn't impact performance noticeably unless you have an older graphics adapter or if you are running the game at a very high resolution.

==NVIDIA 3D Settings==
For NVIDIA graphics do the following:
#Make sure that ''Options->Effects->Anti-Aliasing'' is set to ''None''.
#Open NVIDIA Control Panel
#Click ''Manage 3D settings''
#Click the tab ''Program Settings''
#Click add and browse to <tt>C:\illusion\AA2\AA2Play English.exe</tt> (for the Maker you should use <tt>C:\illusion\AA2Edit\AA2Edit.exe</tt>)
#Recommended settings for maximum visual effect:
##Anisotropic filtering: 8x
##Antialiasing - Gamma correction: On
##Antialiasing - Mode: Override any application setting
##Antialiasing - Setting: 32x
##Antialiasing - Transparency: 8x (Supersample)
##Texture filtering - Anisotropic sample optimization: Off
##Texture filtering - Negative LOD bias: Clamp
##Texture filtering - Quality: High quality
#Click Apply
#Experiment with lower settings if you don't have a recent graphics card or to tweak performance vs. visuals.

==ATi/AMD 3D Settings==
For ATi/AMD graphics do the following:
#Open AMD Catalyst Control center.
#Create a profile for AA2Play English.exe and/or AA2Edit.
#Set 'anti-alising mode' to "override application settings" and enable ANY of the other settings for the anti aliasing.
#Click Apply.