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« on: March 27, 2010, 06:18:15 PM »

Can anyone tell me what would be the earliest version of corel draw that will work with ishow, and XP?  Thanks.
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« Reply #1 on: March 27, 2010, 06:23:13 PM »

Are you looking for DXF capabilities?

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« Reply #2 on: March 27, 2010, 11:31:16 PM »

Don't know what that is.  Still very new to all this.  I read that Corel Draw files are compatible for import to ishow.  Don't want to invest much money until I get somewhat familiar.  So far I only have $550 invested in hardware and software.  I'm sure what I have is very limited in capability, but for no more than what I have invested I am pleased so far.  I know that Corel Draw is fairly intuitive and want the cheapest version that will be compatible.
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« Reply #3 on: March 27, 2010, 11:37:50 PM »

Forget corel draw, you should use inkscape, as it's free.
This is a tutorial showing the power of inkscape, but it only scratches the surface.
http://akrobiz.com/laserboy/forum/index.php/topic,414.msg5099.html

From inkscape (using the ILD SOS inkscape better dxf plugin) you can save as color dxf and load these files into laserboy (also free) or ILD SOS for conversion to laser art ILDA files which iShow should be able to load.

P.S. good luck with iShow.  From what I read, not many people like it, or the DAC.
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« Reply #4 on: March 28, 2010, 12:10:46 AM »

If you decide to go with a modified sound card DAC, aka LaserBoy DAC, (highly recommended) you'll see that you have quite a nice set of features and capabilities within the LaserBoy application and it's about to get a whole lot better.

There are now several other applications (not free) that also work with the LaserBoy DAC.

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« Reply #5 on: March 28, 2010, 10:56:49 AM »

all i hear when i read that post is the teacher from the peanuts.
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« Reply #6 on: March 28, 2010, 11:55:35 PM »

Well I suppose I should apologize for interupting a handful of self proclaimed experts who apparently spend all their time patting each other on the back.  Apparently my "sin" is being a newcomer trying to enter the world of those of you who obviously were born with expertise.  I'll move on and try to find a forum without such blatant displays of arrogance.
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« Reply #7 on: March 29, 2010, 12:02:46 AM »

So what exactly did you expect?

There is a lot of stuff to read here.

Other people seem to have found something here.

How are any of us supposed to know anything about what you know or don't know?

BTW, I AM an expert!

I eat arrogance for lunch.

I'm also glad to help you.

DXF files came from AutoCAD and are now generic. There are many applications that will allow you to draw in vector graphics and save your work as DXF.

Some laser applications can open DXF files and make them into legitimate laser art.

The 'generic' file format specifically designed for laser art is called ILDA (International Laser Display Association) and has an extension of .ild .

Ummmmmmmmmm....... not to press the issue, but have you downloaded LaserBoy and tried it yet? Even if you don't have a sound card DAC, it is still a very useful application for any kind of laser art.

Oh yea.... I almost forgot......

Welcome to The LaserBoy Forum!   Roll Eyes Grin

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« Reply #8 on: March 29, 2010, 12:54:50 AM »

We would have answered your question directly (version of corel draw) if any of us used the ishow software you are referring to, but unfortunately we are not experts in that area, so we tried to offer free/cheap solutions to your problem using what we do know (solutions what would probably work better as well).  You can reject those solutions and our arrogant attempt at help but please give them a try first and then tell us why (if) they didn't fit your needs.  Don't forget to try OLA with inkscape while you're at it (if you deem it worth your time).


Edit, also, it's really a shame we gave him that impression, this forum is typically most welcoming to newcomers.  Can you imagine the 'welcome' that new owners of other unnamed DACs might receive here? Smiley "Screw that, use my crap" is understandably offensive, no matter how helpful it seems to me.
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« Reply #9 on: March 29, 2010, 12:48:56 PM »

Ummmmm....

This IS The LaserBoy Forum! Roll Eyes

It's free!

Newcomers should at least read a bit of it and consider downloading the free softwares.

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« Reply #10 on: March 30, 2010, 11:21:22 PM »

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Well I suppose I should apologize for interupting a handful of self proclaimed experts who apparently spend all their time patting each other on the back.  Apparently my "sin" is being a newcomer trying to enter the world of those of you who obviously were born with expertise.  I'll move on and try to find a forum without such blatant displays of arrogance.

 Lighten up, dude!!! Afro Welcome to the Forum!!!
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« Reply #11 on: March 30, 2010, 11:39:25 PM »

I wish he'd come back so we could like totally pick on him.  Undecided

You know how I am.  Wink Grin

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« Reply #12 on: March 31, 2010, 01:24:43 PM »

 
all i hear when i read that post is the teacher from the peanuts.

LOLZERS. i was referring to JAMESs post not OPs post.. (pushing laserboy and sound card dacs) sarcastic ass FAIL
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« Reply #13 on: March 31, 2010, 05:55:14 PM »

BlinkenLights, as the other co-administrator of this forum, I need to report recent, multiple instances of forum abuse by the member BlinkenLights.

You and I should have a serious conversation about banning this asshole.

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« Reply #14 on: April 01, 2010, 10:52:05 AM »

I find no record for such a member, maybe you should do a little research before bringing up shit like this
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