FlashCut error message: lost connection with signal generator! HELP!!!

[Carrie Anciaux]

I use FlashCut CNC ver. 2.0.9 to cut sheet metal using a Hypotherm Plasma Cutter. I have started getting an error intermittently that states I have lost the connection with the signal generator, try turning off and on to reset/check connections etc. I have been unable to pinpoint where the problem is, but suspect it is in the Flashcut Signal Generator Box. I ordered a new 9 pin cable in the hope that the solution is that simple but have not received it yet. Has anyone else had this problem and can offer recommendations to fix?

[powerr]

i had the same problem for awhile. i droped the communication baudrate down one level and it went away. still not for sure that was the problem. but it has not happened since.

[Carrie Anciaux]

Hi,
Thanks for the reply. What baudrate did you set it at? I looked at this as and was not sure if I should set it lower. I did get a new 9 pin cord and ran the power cord separately and that seemed to help. Thanks,
Carrie

[powerr]

i think before i had it at 115k baud and dropped it to 57.6k baud on version 2 i since have updated to version 3 software and a new chip for the 401 controller. it helped alot with the communication problem. but a good cable will help out as well.