Is 2.0 worth the price?

[bergerud]

When you install 2.xxx, it will install in a different sub directory and will not change the 1.187 install. It is like having two different programs installed. You can choose to run either one. The only thing is that if you open files by double clicking on file names, the 2.xxx will open (the new default). If you want to open a file in 1.187, you have to open 1.187 first and then open the file from within 1.187.

[skeeterman]

sounds like a hassle to me
2.xxx will open (the new default). If you want to open a file in 1.187, you have to open 1.187 first and then open the file from within 1.187.

[bergerud]

I guess it depends what you normally do. Usually I have three versions going. I almost always have to open the program first. (I cannot wait to let 1.187 go.)

[skeeterman]

i think im gonna go ahead and get it, just not mess with it till im ready
thanks for info

[Smoken D]

May have already been answered but was wondering if you program the card to 2, are you able to use it in 1.187? Or do you need to obtain another card and use that one for program 1.187?

[bergerud]

So far as I know, later firmware has never conflicted with earlier software. No need for separate cards.

[Woodpecker]

My experience indicates that the newer 2.006 will try to re-format your card. I am not sure why you want to run both programs?
I enjoy everything with just the 2.006 and it just keeps getting better.
Woodpecker

[Smoken D]

My experience indicates that the newer 2.006 will try to re-format your card. I am not sure why you want to run both programs?
I enjoy everything with just the 2.006 and it just keeps getting better.
Woodpecker

Overcautious, I'm one of those ifsomething can go wrong it will probably find a way into my life. Justa back up.

[SteveNelson46]

May have already been answered but was wondering if you program the card to 2, are you able to use it in 1.187? Or do you need to obtain another card and use that one for program 1.187?

You can update the firmware on the card from either version of Designer so I don't think it's an issue.

[rbrown]

I read this whole thread and I have a question that no one asked...
On the software ordering page it says:
"All software is non-refundable and non-transferable."
So what happens when I go to sell my CW with the new designer software, will the new owners have to pay $200 for a new license?
Or is the new designer software transferable with the machine like with the old version?