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=== Prepare the job control file for the [[Metal Laser Cutter]] ===
 
=== Prepare the job control file for the [[Metal Laser Cutter]] ===
The [[Metal Laser Cutter]] uses the [[FabCreator]] software to create the job control file. You will need the DXF files for the control panels. <span style="color:#FF0000">'''
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The [[Metal Laser Cutter]] uses the [[FabCreator]] software to create the job control file. You will need the DXF files for the control panels. <span style="color:#FF0000">'''When you save them, delete the countersink circles as we don't want these cut on the laser cutter. You can also do this in FabCreator, but it is simple to do it here.'''</span> When your DXF files are ready, you should Open up FabCreator, and import the DXF file that you want to create. Set the units according (inches in our case), and leave the placement boxes unchecked.
When you save them, delete the countersink circles as we don't want these cut on the laser cutter. You can also do this in FabCreator, but it is simple to do it here.'''</span> When your DXF files are ready, you should Open up FabCreator, and import the DXF file that you want to create. Set the units according (inches in our case), and leave the placement boxes unchecked.
      
[[Image:TV_Mood_Lamp_FabCreator_import_dialog.png]]
 
[[Image:TV_Mood_Lamp_FabCreator_import_dialog.png]]

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