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len walker
03-18-2006, 07:28 PM
Hi, i am trying to find out what is required to controll my machine. i have the software, stepers, three gecko's and a power supply. what else is needed?

ger21
03-18-2006, 10:21 PM
What software?

len walker
03-19-2006, 12:33 AM
i'm using mach3 turn.

ViperTX
03-19-2006, 12:37 AM
Computer and some AC power......

len walker
03-19-2006, 12:53 AM
o.k. so i wire it all in? i,m not familier with this stuff, i have no wireing diagrams. spent most of my life maching stuff. i have a computer and can crank it up, i plug the printer cable in, and?

ger21
03-19-2006, 01:00 AM
You'll either need to write g-code by hand, or get a CAD/CAM program to do it.

ger21
03-19-2006, 01:00 AM
i have a computer and can crank it up, i plug the printer cable in, and?

Watch all the videos at www.machsupport.com. They should get you started in the right direction.

len walker
03-19-2006, 01:06 AM
thank's, i will do that. len

ger21
03-19-2006, 08:32 AM
You dont NEED a breakout board, but it will make it much easier to hook everything up. Some popular ones can be found at:

www.campbelldesigns.com
www.pmdx.com
www.cnc4pc.com

All should have wiring diagrams included with them to help get you going.

If you need more specific help, just ask.