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by Doug
Thu Jun 03, 2021 4:11 pm
Forum: Buildbotics Tech Support
Topic: Trouble Upgrading Firmware to v1.0.0
Replies: 6
Views: 5983

Re: Trouble Upgrading Firmware to v1.0.0

Here is a link to the upgrade file. https://buildbotics.com/bbctrl/bbctrl-1.0.0.tar.bz2 Download this to your computer and then click "Upload" from the General Page. 'Upload' (rather than 'Upgrade') allows you to select a file from your local computer (including from a thumb drive). Do not decompres...
by Doug
Fri May 28, 2021 6:45 pm
Forum: Buildbotics Tech Support
Topic: Trouble Upgrading Firmware to v1.0.0
Replies: 6
Views: 5983

Re: Trouble Upgrading Firmware to v1.0.0

It is likely that the network connection is not strong enough to move the large file without errors. Is it possible to connect the controller to a hardwired ethernet connection. If not, is it possible to move closer to your wifi source?
by Doug
Fri May 28, 2021 6:43 pm
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: MillRight CNC Mega V XL
Replies: 4
Views: 15635

Re: MillRight CNC Mega V XL

Wow! That is an excellent guide. Thanks!
by Doug
Wed May 26, 2021 11:16 am
Forum: Feature ideas
Topic: Backlash compensation is a must have!
Replies: 9
Views: 23155

Re: Backlash compensation is a must have!

We hope to add that capability in the future, but we do not have the work scheduled.
by Doug
Wed May 26, 2021 11:14 am
Forum: Buildbotics Tech Support
Topic: Trouble Upgrading Firmware to v1.0.0
Replies: 6
Views: 5983

Re: Trouble Upgrading Firmware to v1.0.0

It should complete in less than 5 minutes. Just reboot your controller and try it again.
by Doug
Sun May 23, 2021 4:43 pm
Forum: Buildbotics Tech Support
Topic: Keyboard on touchscreen
Replies: 2
Views: 4632

Re: Keyboard on touchscreen

The old keyboard had some incompatibilities with the new software. The most glaring problem was that the new gcode editor would not work with the old keyboard. In addition, the old keyboard was integrated with the browser rather then the OS. We believe that having the keyboard integrated with the OS...
by Doug
Fri May 07, 2021 3:25 pm
Forum: Feature ideas
Topic: Facebook User's group
Replies: 2
Views: 12678

Re: Facebook User's group

There is a facebook group, but it doesn't get much action. Here is a link to the group https://www.facebook.com/groups/291825825231030

You are welcome to join. Maybe you will be the catalyst that gets it going.
by Doug
Fri May 07, 2021 3:19 pm
Forum: Buildbotics Tech Support
Topic: Circle cutting problem
Replies: 3
Views: 5271

Re: Circle cutting problem

I looked at the kit you purchased on line and it comes with ball screws and nuts with backlash compensation so I doubt that is a source of backlash. If a motor coupler is loose, it could result in a problem like you described. You may also want to check that no other hardware is loose on your machin...
by Doug
Wed May 05, 2021 8:44 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Version 1.0.0 Released
Replies: 8
Views: 21788

Version 1.0.0 Released

Version 1.0.0 of the Buildbotics Controller has been released! Version 1.0.0 software is now available with many improvements over 0.4.16. Here are the highlights: Programmable macro buttons - yep, you can now assign gcode programs to buttons and execute them with a single button click. Improved 3D...
by Doug
Wed May 05, 2021 7:58 am
Forum: User Developments
Topic: bor 454 DIY
Replies: 4
Views: 14743

Re: bor 454 DIY

Great job!