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stefan karlsson
10-15-2012, 3:57 PM
Hi!

Is it possible to use other programs for my china laser (thunderlaser 80W) ?
Or doo I have to use the original (PH CAD)?

Thank you

Kees Soeters
10-15-2012, 4:26 PM
No (or not that i know..)
Although Lasercad does have many similarities, the controller doesn't work with that files (even if you rename them from .UD5 to .UD)
But you don't have to use PH-Cad other than converting your artwork to .UD- file (which can be saved on a USB-stick and taken to your laser.. you even don't need a computer)
All vector and bitmap artworks can be prepared with other programs like Corel Draw.
Only select a color (ie. speed and power) and go..

Kees

Rodne Gold
10-16-2012, 1:27 AM
You will almost most certainly need a different motherboard and LCD display to run different software , albeit there might be other programs like lasercut that might run on it...

walter hofmann
10-16-2012, 6:30 AM
Hi there
no you can not use any other software with the thunderlaser thats the probleme with thunderlaser they dont even have a update because they dont have a programmer anymore.
I even try with some experts to get a new OS but no luck.
greetings
walt