What do you think of this sort of screen for mach3. Its designed for touch screens. You dont need a mouse or a keyboard for this one. Note the on screen keypad that pops up. I will make sure the guy who made this screen will drop in and answer any of your questions.

EDIT: You can test it out online if you want.
http://alphagraphicdesigns.com/machmotion/MACH_DEMO/machmotionWebDemo.html
Obviously its a simulation but the navigation works.

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Benny, you are a genius.
These screens are brilliant.:)
Hopefully I will get some time to learn flash

Regards

XTCNC

Edit: Jason is a genius, but I'm sure you're pretty smart too Benny.

Regards

XTCNC

Not bad, not bad at all... I like it.

Good Job!

Is Jason going to be selling these screens?

I totally like it!

How, when, and where?

You can test it out online if you want.
http://alphagraphicdesigns.com/machmotion/MACH_DEMO/machmotionWebDemo.html
Obviously its a simulation but the navigation works.

I am not sure what is to be done with this screen and or If he is selling it or not. I am sure he will tell us soon.

As for the comment about me been smart. Maybe a smart A%#$ but thats about all.

Does he have a screen that is for plasma? If so, I'm in!

Mick

Wow, that looks really nice.

What resolution screen was this designed for - how would you expect it to go on a small 6-7" widescreen (800 x 480) such as those designed for car pc's? I have one of these, have tried it with the simple 3 axis screen set and it goes ok, but this one looks more comprehensive. Some of the tabs look big and clear, others might be a bit busy for the small screen. It would be good to ensure lots of contrast between text/background - a lot of touch screens aren't that bright.

Another idea that has aroused my interest is controlling mach3 via an iPod touch. I've been viewing/controlling my mac with the iPod with VNC, hoping to try it with mach3 soon. My reason for mentioning this was that a touchscreen interface like this but suited to the low res ipod would really facilitate this.

Looking forward to hearing about availability!

Regards,

Jason

Its not made for a resolution, its scales to any size. Obviously the smaller it scales to, the harder it is to read text etc. 6-7 inch is pushing it a bit. You would need a pen to activate the buttons. I know Jason has lots of other screens, maybe there is one that suits smaller monitors better. I have given him the link to this thread, so I expect some input soon.

Benny, any idea on the ETA of the new Flash docs?

Gerry I know Jason has recently resumed employment with Brian, I suspect the docs will be coming soon. As I have stopped doing stuff with Artsoft, I am no longer in the know.
I do know that Jason has put in months working on the code (Unpaid) so I am not sure how much will filter through. I expect basic codes for flash will be about the limit of it. Also working in flash has its own skills that we probably wont expect Artsoft to be documenting.

Also working in flash has its own skills that we probably wont expect Artsoft to be documenting.

Not looking for that, just what's needed to get a screen to run Mach. :) There was a recent discussion on the Yahoo group which let Brian know what was needed. I just though you might know. Thanks.

Please see:
http://www.machsupport.com/forum/index.php/topic,7714.0.html
or
Please contact http://machmotion.com for screen avaliblity

Overview of some of the features included:

-Easy to use and navigate
-Custom navigation system with large thumbnail view and file management
-Built in On-Screen Keyboard
-Complete help files
-Built in wizards and plug’ in support
-Quick access to all controls in the Quick menu system
-System check and quality control
-Password protected Diagnostics Section
-Smooth Stepper support
-any resolution and fully functional to 640X480 (6" monitors)