Overview



 

 Complete Hardware Package:
  Palm Unit + Cables + Software

Software Only

Acessories Only

  • Additional Palm Sync Cable - $25
  • Additional Palm TX Sync Cable - $75
  • Additional CNC Adapters - $10
  • Additonal 5 ft Cable $30
  • Additional RS232 Tester - $15
  • Additional Seat of PDA Connect
    for Windows - $25 









Bundles include the PDA Connect Palm Software, 1 foot RS232 communications cable for CNC Machine, 4 foot PC sync cable, and soft case. Includes a free copy of PDA Connect for Windows (a $25.00 value) and a copy of Predator CNC Editor Lite for editing G-code on a PC (a $100.00 value).

Handheld Serial Communications

PDA Connect is an application that allows you to transfer any NC Program from your desktop computer to your CNC Machine. The transfer is binary, so an exact copy of the original file is stored on your handheld. Use it for backup of NC programs, parameters or just simply uploading and downloading (Drip feed too!). Store multiple CNC Machine "profiles" in the PDA Connect to accommodate various machine communication parameters. Configure new machines to run at 9600 baud, while still working with old controls at 2400 baud.

Unlike our competition, there is no limit on the file size, so you can copy large files to your handheld assuming you have space. You can also extend the memory on our PDA Bundles to move from internal memory to external memory if desired (Note: you can not send from the external memory). Our units are at least 25% less expensive and come with a protective case and BONUS Software! Our competitor burn the software into their units, forcing you to rebuy the software and unit when it fails.  With PDA Connect, just re-install software!

Use the PDA Connect Windows version to transfer files from you PC to the PDA or the standard Hot Sync Software that is from PALM.

PDA Connect works especially well for the CNC machine industry as a G-Code programming tool.You can also use PDA Connect as a tool for data collection from any device with a RS-232 serial port. It is a great alternative to an expensive laptop computer on the shop floor or a dedicated DNC network at a fraction of the cost! The default installation of PDA Connect includes sample settings for typical CNC machines.

PDA Connect works with several models of CNC Control, such as Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, Haas, Mori-Seiki, Cinncinnati, Fadal, and more! Supports various baud rate settings from 1200 baud to 115K, handshank settings like NONE, XON/XOFF (Software Flow) and RTS/CTS (Hardware Flow) control, and Data Bits 7 or 8, Parity of None, Even, Odd, and Stop Bits of 1 or 2. Most controls parameters can be confgired for (7, 2, Even), (7, 1, Even) or (8, 1, None).

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SFA can only support the PDA Connect Application and not PALM products or other utilities supplied by Palm Software.

PDA Connect for Pocket PC
SFA announced today that a new version of the PDA Connect Software used on Palms will also run on Pocket PCs, also known as Windows Mobile.
Dell PC Bundle
Our PC Bundle is back! Get a Dell Desktop PC, Predato CNC Editor Express and 2 port serial card for $750! Call now for details while supplies last.
Predator Performs with Complete Reliability
SFA and Predator are show-cased in CNC West Magazine providing Implant Direct complete automation and reliability on the shop floor. Read Article
Wireless DNC Success Story
SFA is proud to be the software and hardware provider for Alumco, the company featured in an article in CNC-WEST Magazine. Alumco uses Predator Wireless DNC to handle communications to their machines. Complete Story
Michigan Office Open
To better service our clients, SFA has opened a support office in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The office will provide telephone and web support to clients as well as onsite service. The staff will also provide further development to SFA's applications.
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