Using V-Carve Pro 9, I have modified my post processor to add a M01 (optional stop) at the beginning of each toolpath that doesn't require a tool change. Now I can halt execution to screw down parts, re position clamps, whatever. Works as expected.
Now; I'm trying to add notes that pop up for the operator with the M01 stop but cant seem to get it to work.
In V-carve, the post processor has the ability to include notes with each toolpath.
The Acorn manual mentions that comments after a colon (:) are displayed (see 11.2.12 : | Visible Comment Identifier) .
I tried;
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N100 ; Optional Stop
N110 M1
N120 :THIS IS A NOTE
N130 ; Start Spindle
N140 S13000 M03
ETC...
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N100 ; Optional Stop
N110 M1 :THIS IS A NOTE
N130 ; Start Spindle
N140 S13000 M03
ETC...
I'm wondering if I need to use a M225 to pop up an actual dialog box and somehow test for optional stops being active (however I don't see a parameter to query for that)? I wouldn't want to pop the dialog if M01 is off.
Any Ideas?
Thanks.