On 28 Jul 2002, at 17:51, Justin Grimm wrote:

> Does anyone know how HPGL works, or know of any links? How can I read
> the HPGL file and then drive my steppers? Is it in text format?

http://www.wotsit.org/
put in HPGL in the search box and you get 2 files of info.

Yes, it is (normally) a text file - you /should/ be able to read the
Protel output file in any text editor.

George Smith

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