| Q: | Can I use my own laptop with the Epilog Laser? |
| A: | Yes. You will need to install the Epilog Laser driver onto your laptop and then connect to the network using the ethernet cable found next to the laser. |
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| Q: | Do I have to use Corel Draw to create my drawings for the laser? |
| A: | No. Corel Draw is the de facto standard for the Epilog Laser but any graphics program capable of producing vector graphics can be used. Please note however that if you use some other program besides Corel Draw that the Sawdust Shop staff may be unable to assist you if you have questions. We are familiar with Corel Draw but do not have experience with other applications. |
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| Q: | What version of Corel Draw is installed on the computer connected to the Epilog Laser? |
| A: | Corel Graphics Suite X3 |
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| Q: | What is the make and model of the CNC Router? |
| A: | The CNC router is a ShopBot PRTStandard 48x48. |
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| Q: | What software is used to control the ShopBot CNC Router? |
| A: | The ShopBot is controlled using ShopBot Control software version 3. ShopBot also supplies a vector drawing program called PartWizard which can be used to generate CNC files. PartWizard can import from other files such as AutoCad, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, and many other vector drawing programs. |
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