Convert CS3 file to CS

A co-worker updated some information in a file I created, he's using CS3. I am using CS and can't upgrade yet because a lot of smaller print shops can't afford to play the upgrade game. Is there a way I, or he can convert the file back to CS?
Tom

CS3 user can export to INX, which can be opened in CS2. CS2 user can then open the INX file, then re-export to INX. Now a CS user can open the INX file. Do not expect a perfect conversion. All users must be fully updated to latest sub-version of their corresponding InDesign CS#.

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It is when I try to export to PDF, sorry about the confusion.
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Aldog2426 wrote:
i only just learned that indesign isn't backwards compatible.
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