Originally Posted by
bob123
Well it looks to me that it should be possible to understand what the RS232 line is doing and then use an AVR or similar to act as a decoder/encoder to convert the output of a conventional routing software. If it is a simple as you suggest, one byte for each direction as well as im guessing a byte to set speed of the spindal (followed by the speed required) or something like that then it should be no problem to write some code that converts the machine to a proper CNC. I too have this problem, am currently finishing my degree but will require the machine in future for purposes other than drilling PCBs so can help. If you like, try and submit any information you want about this. If you require I have full schematics for the machine but no time ATM due to coursework.
I really hope between us we can convert these machines into the proper standard, I hate 2.5D when 3D is no harder!
Cheers Rob