New Generation 2 PowerPro Headstock Touchscreen

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I like the look of the touch screen instead of the buttons. Some unanswered questions but I think I'm going to go for the upgrade from PowerPro Gen 1 to Gen 2.
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RFGuy wrote: Tue May 30, 2023 10:15 am
RFGuy wrote: Sun May 28, 2023 11:18 am Anyone know when/where demos will be? Can't find anything on this on the website like it used to be.
Answering my own question...just got an email about a demo with Mike Young tomorrow regarding a Mark 7 demo. What is NOT clear is whether it will, or will not, have the Gen 2 PowerPro for the demo. Posting in case anyone else wants to attend to find out. Check out link below:

https://www.shopsmith.com/live-online-d ... esenter=MY
Anyone have an update or watch this? Just curious if they demonstrated the new Gen 2?

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cooch366 wrote: Fri Jun 02, 2023 7:56 pm
Anyone have an update or watch this? Just curious if they demonstrated the new Gen 2?

Thanks
Only a Gen 1 demo...still early and not one in his hands yet I believe. I think he was going to talk about the Gen 2 differences at the end, but I wasn't able to watch the entire demo. Sorry.
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RFGuy wrote: Fri Jun 02, 2023 8:30 pm
cooch366 wrote: Fri Jun 02, 2023 7:56 pm
Anyone have an update or watch this? Just curious if they demonstrated the new Gen 2?

Thanks
Only a Gen 1 demo...still early and not one in his hands yet I believe. I think he was going to talk about the Gen 2 differences at the end, but I wasn't able to watch the entire demo. Sorry.
Absolutely no worries, thanks for the update, that information was what I was looking for. I would have watched a future one if it was the Gen 2, so you saved me a couple of hours. So thank you. 👍
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I believe that I'm going to stick with my PowerPoint the way it is. If, from my reading this thread is true, I can't justify changing everything out just for an improved digital readout. However, if it would be just swapping out one display for the other, I may change my mind.
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Thanks Dusty! Also, I ordered the Gen 2 PowerPro headstock last week and it shipped yesterday with delivery date of Saturday 6/10/23!! Great service SS!!! I will keep everyone posted w/pics. May be next week before I get a chance to install it though. I plan on putting my Gen 1 PP up for sale as soon as I get my new one running.

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dusty wrote: Mon May 29, 2023 4:00 pm
claimdude wrote: Mon May 29, 2023 10:10 am I bought my Mark V in the early 80s and upgraded it along the way. I did the DIY of the Power Pro right after it launched and have been very happy with it. I will be ordering the complete PowerPro Gen 2 headstock this week and sell my Gen 1 when I get it. I am retiring 10/31/23 and want the latest iteration of the PowerPro for my retirement years!

Jack
Are they shipping the new PowerPro now. Maybe you want to order now to have it when you retire.

CONGRATULATIONS on your upcom retirement. May you have as many or more years hanging out in the shop as I have had. I am blessed with having been fully retired since 1998 (twenty five years). I had a military career plus two in the corporate world United Technologies and Rockwell Collins/Siemens.

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May be next week before I get a chance to install it though. I plan on putting my Gen 1 PP up for sale as soon as I get my new one running.
Let us know how much better the new features are and what kind of resale value there is for your old headstock. I am also thinking about replacing my old PRO upgraded headstock.
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Pics of my new PowerPro Gen 2. Runs well. I have to change the plug over to 220. Should get that done tonight.

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That was fast. They must have them in stock. Tell us all about it. What are the those black circular things on the back side of the headstock over the nameplate? What is the little connector on the control panel?
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claimdude wrote: Mon Jun 12, 2023 8:44 am Pics of my new PowerPro Gen 2. Runs well. I have to change the plug over to 220. Should get that done tonight.

Jack
Jack,

Thanks! Can you measure the LCD screen size (display part, not bezel)? Would like to know x (width) and y (height) dimensions. Also, once you have had some time on it give us an update and let us know your thoughts.
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