thanks for the prompt reply. I am still going to try and work with the old system for a few more days before I really think about condemning the old OS and working on a whole new controller.
you wouldn't happen to have a copy of any of the old CRS software I listed in the previous post, or know where I can get a copy. the company Thermo CRS has not been helpful at all on this.
My other option is to try and learn how to run program through just the CROS (software?) that is installed on the C500C controller. So far all I can do is just move one axis one move at a time, and move to calibration position.

If anyone know how to program in the CROS terminal, I am very interested to learn.
I have all the user guides, they are available on the net. I have a link if anyone is interested? Even just a sample of the correct syntax I need to make a simple string of moves or a move of multiple joints simultaneously.
thanks for the info so far