Re: Can I make a XYZ CNC?

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "turbulatordude"
<dave_mucha@y...> wrote:

>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, Paul <no.spam27@n...>

wrote:

> >
> > Hi SPinto
> >
> > Two reasons sping to mind if you are wanting to use the RS232

port

> to control
> > a CNC machine - 1) You have digital drives, or 2) You want to

run

> an embedded
> > system and have a second computer for the GUI.
>
>
> I have a third reason.
>
> A veriest tyro does not know it is easier to use a PC parallel

port

> than any other method.
>

That may depend on your view point, and what you are trying to
accomplish.

If you have a lap top, parallel port interfacing can be frustrating
and not "easy".

In my opinion, a plug and play DeskCNC serial controller is easier
than any parallel port interface.

Fred Smith - IMService
http://www.cadcamcadcam.com/hobby