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Modela MDX-40A 3D Milling Machine
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Application Resources ( 1 )
Milling tool referacne guide including end mill specifications for individual tools as well as long Reach and short reach tool kits.
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Application & Software Guides ( 5 )
The following outlines how to create multiple plates using Dr. Engrave software
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This support document offers tips and tricks for cutting a wide variery of shapes with Roland Modeling Machines, MDX
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RU Workshop Manual for the MDX40 covers tooling, different file formats, SRP Player, machine set-up, maintenance and additional resources
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This support document offers tips and tricks for scanning a wide variety of shapes with Roland's Dr. Picza scanning software
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Driver ( 14 )
Windows 10
2.5D Driver for Windows 8 & Windows 10 (32-bit only)
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2.5D Driver for Windows 8 & Windows 10 (64-bit) ver 1.20
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This document (PDF) lists instructions of how to install Roland drivers on Windows 10.
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Windows 2000
Windows 7
This document (PDF) outlines the procedures to install a Roland driver in Windows 7 and Windows Vista.
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Windows 8
2.5D Driver for Windows 8 & Windows 10 (32-bit only)
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2.5D Driver for Windows 8 & Windows 10 (64-bit) ver 1.20
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Windows Vista
2.5D Driver for Windows Vista (32-bit) ver. 1.40
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2.5D Driver for Windows Vista (64-bit) ver 1.20
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This document (PDF) outlines the procedures to install a Roland driver in Windows 7 and Windows Vista.
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Windows XP
2.5D Driver for Windows XP (32-bit only) ver. 1.40
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Firmware ( 1 )
MDX-40A Firmware version 1.70. Includes automatic firmware installer and DROPOUT utility.
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Setup & Install Guides ( 5 )
Basic step by step installation of Roland SRP Player software, setting preferences, options, steps to create jobs, steps for job modification, step by step procedures for advanced modifications.
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This guide will help you setup your MDX-40A for 3 or 4 axis use. Always refer to owners manual for more in depth details.
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If installing the TechSoft Self Centering Vise on the MDX-40A and do not have 2D Design, please follow these installation instructions.
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Most Roland devices are supplied with a one year standard manufacturer’s warranty, but by registering your device within 60 days of purchase, your product could qualify for an extended warranty of up to 3 years*.
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Software Updates ( 15 )
The following is the software package for 3D Engrave v2.60.
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This is an updater for 3D Engrave ver. 2.70. A previous version of 3D Engrave is required for this updater to work.
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ClickMill Updater ver. 1.32. Upgrade from ClickMill ver. 1.00 and 1.11 or above.
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The following is the software package for Dr. Engrave v2.68.
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This is an updater for Dr. Picza3. A previous version of Dr. Picza 3 is required for this updater to work.
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This is the updater for Dr. Engrave ver. 2.72. A previous version of Dr. Engrave is required for this updater to work.
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This is the updater for the Modela Player 4 ver. 2.12. Modela Player 4 must be installed prior to applying this update.
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The following is the plug-in updater v1.04 for Rhino 4.0 . In order to use this upgrade you must have the software application installed.
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The following is the plug-in updater v1.06 for Rhino 3.0 . In order to use this upgrade you must have the software application installed.
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The ZIP file contains the Roland library of Single Line Font to be used with Dr. Engrave. Installation instructions are included in this download package.
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This is an updater for SRP Player version 1.30. SRP Player must be installed in order for this updater to work.
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This is an updater for SRP Player version 1.24. SRP Player must be installed in order for this updater to work.
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The following is the updater for Virtual Modela v1.71. In order to use this upgrade you must have the software application installed.
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This is a updating program for VPanel for MDX-40A. You need to have VPanel already installed. Download the exe file, and double-click "updater.exe" and follow the instructions as displayed for installation.
* Upgrade the firmware to ver.1.10 or above.
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Training videos ( 8 )
Cutting 3D Objects Created in Rolands 3D Engrave Software
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Follow this link to the Roland Academy Webinars On-Demand webpage. Then filter through the videos to find a training session that suits your needs.
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Setup and Basic Use of Rolands 3D Engrave Software
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The following video outlines how to vectorize a graphic using Roland Dr. Engrave.
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The following video outlines how to install a Windows 7 compatible USB driver via the plug and play method.
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The following video outlines how to install a true Windows 7 print driver using the pre-installation method.
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Troubleshooting Guides ( 3 )
This document discusses deleting or canceling a job that has been already sent to the machine. The procedure is the same for the MDX-15/20 & 40, 40A, JWX-10 and covers clearing the machine and computer.
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The following document discusses how to install SRP Player on multiple computers without the milling
machine being connected to the computer.
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The following document covers possible communication issues that may be induced by Windows power save features ranging from laptops to desktop computers.
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Utilities ( 1 )
This progrom allows you to send prn, rml, plt or firmware files to your Roland device.
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Knowledge Base Articles ( 10 )
HELP!! I can't find the driver I need for my Roland!
How to install a Roland driver in Windows 7 and Windows Vista
MDX-40A just triggered an Emergency Stop
No spindle rotation on my MDX-40A
No activity on the MDX-40A VPanel
No activity on the unit, no power
HELP!! I lost the software CD for my machine!!
All Roland devices with a USB, Parallel (LPT), or Serial (COM) port need a driver to communicate with a computer. For Roland products compatible with Apple Macintosh operating systems, a plugin is used with Adobe Illustrator. For Roland devices with an Ethernet port, the output software (e.g. - RIP)includes the driver as part of the application.
When outputting a design to your engraver or milling machine, the software needs to be able to translate commands to the device. These commands tell the machine how fast to mill, at what revolutions per minute (RPM), and where to mill in 3D space. This is what makes up a toolpath. A Strategy is a combination of tool movements, material properties, software algorithms, and tool characteristics.
Windows 7 Software Compatibility List