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    Wire up CNC4PC C10 and switches?

    I have a Xylotex 3 axis board and I have bought a CNC4PC C10 BoB.

    I want to wire up XYZ home switches and a E-Stop switch. Does anyone have a diagram that shows me how to wire it up.


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    It's on CNC4PC's page. Download the manual pdf.


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    I looked at that but it doesn't have the Xylotex board, it has a gecko board. I should add that I only have a fairly basic understanding of electronics so I was looking for a "hook this pin to that pin" diagram.


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    The easiest way to do it would be to use a second parallel port for the breakout board. Otherwise you'll need to make a custom cable (basically cut off one end of the Xylotex parallel cable) To connect the Xylotex to the breakout board.
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    I've got some spare ribbon cables ready to modify so I'm prepared to make a custom cable


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    I don't see how you would use this BOB with the Xylotex unless you are running two ports. Your printer cable can only go to the Xylotex or to this BOB with a single port.
    When I was running my Xylotex, I didn't use any BOB. The Xylotex is a kind of BOB itself.

    Here is an image I made of the diagram I used.
    It was on an older revision board, so some things will be different. This is only to give you an idea how it can be done.

    Lee


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    I found this one, does it look right?
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