Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Fix “RuntimeError: Error loading DNA: DNA signature mismatched, expected DNA, got ver?”

In order to fix this issue, you should install git-lfs, and clone the repository again. DNA files will be downloaded correctly then. If you cannot install git-lfs, you can download DNA files manually.

How do I distribute a Maya scene?

Your scene should work out of the box if you include the following in the distribution:

  • Scene file (.mb file)

  • DNA (.dna file)

  • Workspace (workspace.mel file)

All of these files need to be distributed together. If those files are not bundled and you experience some issues with you rig in Maya, try the following steps:

How do I share the generated files?

If you want to distribute a generated Maya scene to other users, you must distribute the .dna file and workspace.mel together with the scene.

How do I open a generated scene?

Before you load a generated scene, follow these steps:

  • From the main menu, go to File > Set Project.

  • Select workspace.mel

  • Set the containing folder (with generated maya scene, .dna file and workspace.mel).

How do I change the DNA path in the Maya scene?

If you want to change the DNA path in the scene:

  • In outliner, deselect DAG Objects Only:

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  • Still in the Outliner, search for rl4. You will see a file whose name starts with rl4Embedded_. Click this file to select it.

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  • In Attribute editor you will be able to change the path with Dna File Path:

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