Re: Newbie question on getting started

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "David G. LeVine"
<dlevine@...> wrote:

>
> Don't assume that an RS-232 interface means a swap-out. See what the
> protocol is, if it is just G-code, you don't even need something like
> Mach, EMC, etc., just a post processor (to take care of any oddities)
> and something like Hyperterm. BEWARE: NGC style G-code is different
> from D style G-code.
>
>
> David G. LeVine
> Nashua, NH 03060
>

I don't think there is any chance they will respond to g-code and what
about limit switches and spindle/coolant control? And co-ordinated moves.

I'd say have a read and a play with the serial because it will be fun
to see the thing move, you could also use it as is for co-ordinate
drilling.

Graham