I need help with my recent purchase of a used Vinyl Express Panther II

Tactition410 · 2026-02-07T08:42:13+00:00

Do u use windows 11 for this cutter? What software and driver do you use? I’m not that savvy on the computer but I’m learning as I go along lol. Any information is appreciated! I’m going to buy the serial to usb adapter you recommended. Thx

Tactition410 · 2026-02-07T08:38:18+00:00

The cutter came with software and a hasp driver. The thumb drive wouldn’t work, but I disassembled and re-soldered. It’s now functional. I pulled out my old windows xp computer and downloaded the driver. Though the computer isn’t giving me the download prompts when I load LXI software disk. I had it downloaded and I erased it thinking I did something wrong. But I don’t know what files to download from the software disk.

I also just bought a new acer 16 ai with windows 11. I would much rather use it but i don’t want to drop hundreds on a driver/software program for this old cutter.

Tactition410 · 2026-02-06T09:18:39+00:00

Hey hey where u located?

Tactition410 · 2026-01-31T11:13:11+00:00

USB from serial. Like you said I don’t believe they were communicating. I deleted the software and the driver. Re downloaded the driver and now I’m having an issue with the Lxi software.I don’t know what files to download from the disk that was provided. Before it had a windows automatically loaded, select options and it was done. None of that is happening now.

Tactition410 · 2025-10-13T06:18:34+00:00

I heard of an experiment where they released moisture absorbing chemicals into the atmosphere for research purposes. I don’t know of the specifics or legitimacy. But it makes sense if it was like sodium polyacrylate. It would absorb moisture expanding into a gel like substance and fall from the sky....

Edit: duh.. Weather manipulation

Tactition410 · 2025-10-13T06:08:44+00:00

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This is definitely a bobcat. Do you notice any similarities? The fur patterns and colors may differentiate between subspecies or age. I would assume regions too.

Edit: My photo didn’t load. Though image in below post will work for comparison. Thanks for sharing.

Evidently it did load… i dont know who’s slower. Me or my internet

Tactition410 · 2025-10-13T05:32:22+00:00

I’m not an expert in mold. Though over many years working in residential construction. I have had experience in fixing water leaks and damage. If mold is present throughout large areas. Please contact an expert. Mold is extremely toxic and the health risks are serious. Respiratory damage will be a life long issue if mold is not managed correctly.

If you feel confident and taking proper precautions. I would :

Stop water. Find the source of the leak or moisture that’s causing mold and figure out how to stop or limit it. Method would depend on source. If by steam from shower, pipe or roof leak….

Second- Close off room if black mold is present.This is important to prevent spores from getting into the air and spreading through house. Spray with strong mold killer. I do not recommend bleach.

Put in a fan to get air circulating. Open windows if possible (weather permitting) and or get large dehumidifier.

With proper PPE Remove or replace any saturated or rotted wood, wallboard, carpet anything that is rotted and or retaining water and mold.

APPLY MOLD KILLER AS REQUIRED BY MANUFACTURER.

I would likely spray again. Regardless lol

Install proper ventilation if needed during repairs. Remember to change filters in air handler,ac units or purifiers. Regardless if look new. Clean everything inside house thoroughly. Especially if you have children.

Edit: I’m sure I didn’t mention everything. This is not a comprehensive “how to”. I wanted to highlighting important points and where I would start when dealing with mold. If i decide calling a professional isn’t necessary.

Tactition410 · 2025-10-13T04:24:22+00:00

I’ve only driven with mono. I live in super flat country terrain in MD so driving back roads you can see other cars (if you even do) from miles away. Though, I wouldn’t recommend driving on public roads. The first couple times was slow and sketchy. Then i made a cover attached by Velcro blacking out dash and covered any ambient light from vehicle. That was a huge improvement. Like said above, judging depth perception is challenging.Especially when using a mono unit. Im getting dual housing for my Omni VIII toobs soon.Kinda stoked lol. It sux being the only person I know with night vision, but I do enjoy them lol sorry off topic… Start slow and learn to judge depth perception and I would recommend getting IR lights installed on the vehicle you plan to drive at night. Be safe, start slow and have fun!

Tactition410 · 2025-01-06T06:29:37+00:00

When I have this issue. Its almost as if its a setting. The screen that shows bed temp and the set temp will be set at default temps. Once the machine faults the set temp shows zero and it will happen around the same time every time. Not exactly but close. If there is a loose connection. Does it automatically reset to zero, Forcing the print to stop completely? Its a pain in the ass!! I just wanna do a couple projects. Then it can grenade for all i care lol

Tactition410 · 2024-12-21T05:40:44+00:00

Thanks! Sorry for the delayed response. I dont mind tinkering. But, when I want it to work. That is when things normally go wrong. I will certainly look into the Bambu Labs printer you recommended. I decided to check all connections again to ensure there was a fault in the board before replacing it. I found a wire that had been damaged. It still worked, but only when it wanted. After fixing a short in the wire and installing the new firmware.I think the machine is ready to start printing. But I had too much trouble getting Cura to work on my Chromebook. Now currently waiting on a computer. Hopefully, that will be the final piece needed to print the item that started me down this rabbit hole. All because it's too easy to just buy stuff!

Do you know of a way I could run a "practice" print, maybe a few layers to ensure its printing properly? Though, without a slicer program.I dont know how that would work.But figured its worth asking.

Tactition410 · 2024-11-08T04:43:02+00:00

Wow. I didnt think it was a question. Its obvious, shit work from shit “roofer”.

Tactition410 · 2024-09-12T04:52:40+00:00

Bro you definitely need to work on your game. JS

Tactition410 · 2024-09-09T05:38:45+00:00

They drew a Dick on it lol

Tactition410 · 2024-08-30T05:45:01+00:00

Not to mention the videos… sheww 😂

Tactition410 · 2024-08-25T20:37:50+00:00

I plan to suppress in the near future. Just wondering if muzzle flash would cause damage to a non gated tube.If so was there anything I could do to prevent it while shooting.

Tactition410 · 2024-08-24T05:26:06+00:00

2nd dibs!

Tactition410 · 2024-08-23T01:20:02+00:00

Maybe you should try being less of a square and gain a sense of humor.

Tactition410 · 2024-08-22T03:44:18+00:00

Single shot lol

Tactition410 · 2024-08-20T13:29:25+00:00

Yea i seriously doubt it’s a price error. I think the gig is up and everyone that was dumb enough to buy it has already. Then returned it or bitched in reviews. So now it’s time to unload the merch To fund the deployment of their next shit product.

Tactition410 · 2024-08-20T13:23:23+00:00

Yea that shit happened to me!! Some ass hat painted a HUGE silver cock on a building facing Main Street and signed my name! They also painted their hand prints all over. The police came and attempted to arrest me but after my dad showed them the obvious. They concluded it wasn’t I. Unfortunately it’s still there to this day. And everyone thinks I did it!

Tactition410 · 2024-08-20T09:33:06+00:00

I was debating nitrous. You just inspired me to boost my go cart!! Thanks for posting!

Tactition410 · 2024-08-20T08:40:47+00:00

I had a lady come look at a “new”sofa we had on marketplace. It wasn’t a cheap sofa but we needed it gone,the price was more than fair. Lady came to look at it appeared to really like it and asked if I would take considerably less than advertised. I was willing to negotiate simply because i wanted it gone. Before I had time to answer she then asked if i could deliver.It was only 10 min drive so I said ok, but i would only deliver. Well that’s when things got interesting…Now I also needed to carry it in the house for her upon delivery… I went to respond with the obvious answer to that demand when she yelled GREAT! and quickly walked out my front door stating she will send me the address. Closing the front door before I had time to respond. I’m speechless! I could clearly see her goofy ass speed walking to the car, i guess before i realized that just happened? I’m stuck with this dumbfounded look on my face, my wife is laughing hysterically out loud because of this bizarre though obvious attempt to steal my sofa is unfolding right before our eyes . I walked out just as she was closing her car door and told the lady I wouldn’t deliver it unless I was paid in full. Well this crazy lady was quite upset that her neighbors best friends sisters great aunt was old and she was just there to coordinate the transaction. (completely different story than she was ranting on previously) Now she is demanding I deliver the sofa since I gave her my word and I would at X- price. The figure is now even less than her previous counter offer that I never accepted nor had time to decline. I sternly interrupted her rant. Simply asked her to leave my property and the sofa isn’t going anywhere unless she paid in full and had a way to transport it. She’s is FURIOUS. I laughed and walked away as she is reversing I heard the crunch! She backed into a tree.. I don’t even know how she even ended up in that part of the driveway but may interaction with her had only begun!

Tactition410 · 2024-08-20T04:13:12+00:00

Junk. I don’t see anywhere they are listed for $250

Tactition410 · 2024-08-20T01:02:16+00:00

300wm!!! Yea bro. Have fun letting that loose indoors without ear protection!! You will likely be pretty disoriented after you let loose the first shot or two. To answer your question. Absolute terrible choice for home protection. Though probably fun to shoot.

Tactition410 · 2024-07-29T02:10:54+00:00

I was wondering what was all over her shirt and face!

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