Some help on solidcam

[JAZZCNC]

I use SolidCam2013 for milling only and I'm no expert but will try to help.

With tooltables you effectively have 2 types. PART table and MACHINE table. When you define a program you start with a Blank PART tool table and either define your own Local tool or import tools from the MACHINE tooltable (Can export your local tools into MACHINE table also). When you make permanent you are making Local tools permanent in MACHINE table I believe.?
You can access or edit the MACHINE tool library from the Settings page and same for shaped tools if you want to build specials. There are also lathe and Manufacturer tool tables Like iscar etc.
Would imagine you'll define your turning tools in here as well.?

Not sure what your struggling with regards operations so yes you'll need to explain more or post file/pic.