Operator entry/input

[donek]

We cut parts that are the same but different lengths. On our shopbot it is possible to put an input command in the code and ask the operator what the length is. We then do a bit of math and cut the part to the correct size. I know it is possible to assign variables in centroid g-code, but can I request the length from the operator? What is the command for doing so?

[centroid467]

If you are looking to stop program execution for string input from operator, you should use M224. It is described in the manual on page 304. You should do some kind of input sanitization or bounds checking to make sure the input is as expected and within range.

[Sword]

Here's a macro that I use for keyslots, it asks for size and cut type input before executing. It should be a helpful example or you.

[donek]

Unfortunately I get the error message: 531 M22x missing initial quote

This happens if I use the same command that is in the manual: M224 /0 #300 “Please enter the direction that you wish to probe in the %c axis: (+ or -)” #100

Or if I enter the command as I edited it: N0150 M224 /0 #100 “ENTER BASE LENGTH(CM) - ”

Or if entered in the same format as Sword's example: N0150 M224 #100 “ENTER BASE LENGTH(CM) - ”

Please let me know what I am missing here.

[Sword]

Your font type or text format used for the "quotes" seems to be messing with it. Try creating/editing your text in a different text editor, such as Notepad++. I just backspaced and re-entered with the default in Notepad++, and it worked.