Parallel Port Upgrade

[byrank]

I just purchased an older used Shark machine that has the old parallel port controller. I am more interested in wood carving than electronic engineering so I was wondering if there is a way to purchase the new USB controller separately? I am really trying to get away from Mach3 which is just way too complicated. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.

[jeb2cav]

Hi,

You may want to call the support number and ask the question. There is a post on this here - http://www.cncsharktalk.com/viewtopic.p ... llel#p1811 - but he didn't follow up with the outcome.

Not much help at this point - sorry.

[byrank]

Thanks for the reply Joe. Do you know what the support phone number is?

[jeb2cav]

Hi Bryan,

(419)491-4520 - their web site is http://www.nextwaveautomation.com

[Tim Owens]

IF you have an older shark we can upgrade the electronics for you.
You can ship back your old controller to us (if possible) or we can provide you a usb to parallel hookup controller for you.
You can contact me directly at towens@nextwaveautomation.com or call the number below.
Thanks
Tim