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Mach4 General Discussion / Re: ScreenSet Question
« on: May 13, 2014, 11:56:00 PM »
GUYS all this IS great, it really is BUT that idea of having a CNC controller is for the CONTROLLER to provide ALL the normal CNC machine functions without having to learn a new high order programming language and create the needed functions.
This is one of the failings of Linux/EMC . Most new generation or Jobshop operators need/want to cut parts NOT work on the machine all the time trying to get it to work correctly without a programming degree.
My thought was to have MACH4 come out with a good 4 axis workable screen set AND have the screen editor as an optional program for those that choose/need to do it. That lowers the cost of MACH4 for the hobby side and creates a second tier profit center for the Screen editor as an option.
LOOK at the other available Controllers on the market. They come with a nice useable screen set and normal CNC functions( and advanced functions) ready to use. Look at commercial controllers. I don;t think you will see fully customizable screen sets . THey GIVE you all the CNC functions and useable screens set THEN you learn how to use them and make parts.
You remember making parts right
Yes I know old dodgey codger running loose on the lips. But somebody needed to say it.
I am all for letting them have the time to finish MACH4 up as it should be, A great midrange controller for the times.
NUff said, Good Night, (;-) TP
This is one of the failings of Linux/EMC . Most new generation or Jobshop operators need/want to cut parts NOT work on the machine all the time trying to get it to work correctly without a programming degree.
My thought was to have MACH4 come out with a good 4 axis workable screen set AND have the screen editor as an optional program for those that choose/need to do it. That lowers the cost of MACH4 for the hobby side and creates a second tier profit center for the Screen editor as an option.
LOOK at the other available Controllers on the market. They come with a nice useable screen set and normal CNC functions( and advanced functions) ready to use. Look at commercial controllers. I don;t think you will see fully customizable screen sets . THey GIVE you all the CNC functions and useable screens set THEN you learn how to use them and make parts.
You remember making parts right

I am all for letting them have the time to finish MACH4 up as it should be, A great midrange controller for the times.
NUff said, Good Night, (;-) TP