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MACH TOOL BOX / Re: Parallel port configuration

« on: November 26, 2016, 02:05:03 AM »

Try measuring the voltages again using LPT pin 25 as the common (-ve terminal of voltmeter).

Tweakie.

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SmoothStepper USB / Re: Mach4 ESS not responding

« on: November 26, 2016, 01:56:37 AM »

Excellent result.

Tweakie.

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General Mach Discussion / Re: Mach3Turn ToolPath glitch in latest version 3.043.066

« on: November 25, 2016, 08:34:27 AM »

Just my opinion...

Obviously Brian could set the records straight but it is my understanding that with version .066 no additional features were added and the changes that were made related to a particular motion controller (but if you have read the change log and disagree with me then that's fine).
Popular opinion, from those that use Mach3, suggest that version .062 is the best option to be using.

Tweakie.

(please bear in mind that is is highly unlikely that any future revisions will be made to Mach3 – the product ‘is what it is’ and it is suggested that users, in their own time, move on to Mach4).

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Share Your GCode / Re: Total Newbie biting off more than he can chew

« on: November 25, 2016, 04:37:41 AM »

I suppose it depends on the PC processor speed but I have had files, in the past, which have taken best part of 1 minute or so to load. 

Tweakie.

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General Mach Discussion / Re: cnc problem

« on: November 25, 2016, 04:31:43 AM »

I agree with Dave - you should contact the supplier.

Tweakie.

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Share Your GCode / Re: Total Newbie biting off more than he can chew

« on: November 25, 2016, 03:39:16 AM »

If it’s any help to you I have converted your bitmap to a vector which can be loaded into LazyCam (It takes a while to load).

The LazyCam manual can be found here http://www.machsupport.com/forum/index.php/topic,12078.msg77415.html#msg77415

LazyCam is not the best of tools to be using but it works.


Tweakie.

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General Mach Discussion / Re: EXTERNAL ESTOP REQUESTED

« on: November 22, 2016, 11:13:31 AM »

Maybe different versions of Mach3 have a different response but my machines report “EStop Button Pressed” if I activate the on-screen Reset button and “External EStop Requested” if I activate the physical EStop button.

Which version of Mach3 are you using ?

Can you attach your .xml file – Copy the one from your Mach3 folder named <your profile>.xml. Rename the copy to terrymccafferty.xml and attach it using the Reply / Additional Options… tabs.

Tweakie.

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Third party software and hardware support forums. / Re: RT_Stepper USB Dongle

« on: November 22, 2016, 07:04:25 AM »

Hi Dan, welcome to the forum.

As there are already a number of very good USB to Parallel converters designed for use with Mach3 it is doubtful if it would be worthwhile writing the software to support another.

Tweakie.

(please don't make multiple posts concerning the same subject - thanks).

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General Mach Discussion / Re: EXTERNAL ESTOP REQUESTED

« on: November 22, 2016, 04:45:00 AM »

My suspicion would be electrical noise.

Try increasing the Debounce Interval (Config / General Config) to 2000 or so. If this resolves the problem then you need to investigate the actual cause of the noise (Debounce should be regarded as a sticky plaster rather than a cure).

Have you changed anything in the shop – added anything new (equipment, lighting, etc.), rerouted any wiring ?
Are your machine switches (estop, limit, home, etc.) and the associated wiring all sound and in good order ?
Does disconnecting your VFD resolve the problem ?

Tweakie.

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FAQs / Re: 2 questions

« on: November 21, 2016, 02:16:19 AM »

Forgot to include I'm useing a chinese control and motors I think form Long motors

If you are using Long's Motor parts then you should be able to identify the model of your controller from the pictures / description on their site http://www.longs-motor.com/

Please attach your .xml file

Tweakie.