[rdludlow]

I have a CNC machine that was made in china built like #$ but manages to run real solid! The software that came with it is called
"TYPE3 Artistic CAD-CAM Software". It works well but it took me forever to figure how to use it because the manual sucks!
It is really powerful and makes it easy to transition to Mach3 but I need help with two things!
1. Does any one know any thing about this software?
2. The software requires the use of a 25 pin "DONGLE" I need an adapter that fits my USB - if there is such a thing! This so I can use my newer lap top.

Thanks in advance and thanks for this forum.

[ger21]

Try calling them.
http://www.type3.com/EN/home/home_us.php

[rdludlow]

This software came with the machine and they are pretending it does not exist!

Thanks

[ger21]

If the machine manufacturer can't help you, then you can always get a parallel port pcmcia card for your laptop.

[rdludlow]

Where would be the best place to buy the card?
Q. what 2.5 and 3d gcode design software would to use with mach3?

[Greeko]

I did not try it but there is a cable like this:

http://www.buy.com/prod/usb-to-print...213271859.html

As far as Type3 what manual did you get?

[PEsystem]

Dear friend, hope I can give help to you, I can teach Type3 , I guess your Type3 version is 4.2 . I have Type3 4.3 version original with dongle. If you like, you can send me mail to [email protected]
I am working in a CNC machine company, Type3 training is one part of the total trainings.

[mid_lander]

id like some tutorials on the 4.2 if anyone can source them,ive come across a couple on the tube and thats it,very little info about for it ....

[mobiuslink]

Google search Type3 4.2 user manual may be a source; I got the completes PDF of the Type3 4.3 from a Google search. Hopes this helps.