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well, needed to do some machining... Updated to the latest Master branch in buildbot2 a couple days ago.
when running, I really like to see both the current position and distance to go (DTG) displayed simultaneously.
the display doesn't do that, at least not stock out of the box.
can it?  axis sure does.
How can it be made to?   hopefully not customizing anything....I've worked hard getting away from that...

Also, what is MPG Scroll do????

see the picture....

 

Try this qtpyvcp installation script:
github.com/Lcvette/qtpyvcp-bookworm-installer

You might have to start with clean debian/linucnc install

Installing Probe Basic is a complete disaster, even if you follow the instructions exactly, and you keep getting error messages. The instructions (link: kcjengr.github.io/probe_basic/quick_start.html) might be out of date? Installing Linux without problems (Linux www.debian.org/download), but from here on, only errors: www.linuxcnc.org/dists/bookworm/2.9-uspa...pace_2.9.3_amd64.deb ==>

sudo dpkg -i linuxcnc-uspace_2.9.3_amd64.deb
[sudo] Password for dg:
Previously unselected package linuxcnc-uspace is selected.
(Reading database... 118063 files and directories are currently installed.)
Preparing to unpack linuxcnc-uspace_2.9.3_amd64.deb...
Unpacking linuxcnc-uspace (1:2.9.3)...
dpkg: dependency problems prevent configuration of linuxcnc-uspace:
linuxcnc-uspace depends on libboost-python1.74.0 (>= 1.74.0+ds1); but:
Package libboost-python1.74.0 is not installed.
linuxcnc-uspace depends on libboost-python1.74.0-py311; but:
Package libboost-python1.74.0-py311 is not installed.
linuxcnc-uspace depends on libgpiod2 (>= 1.5.1); but:
Package libgpiod2 is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on libmodbus5 (>= 3.1.4); but:
Package libmodbus5 is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on libtk8.6 (>= 8.6.0); but:
Package libtk8.6 is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on libudev-dev; but:
Package libudev-dev is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on iptables; but:
Package iptables is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on blt; but:
Package blt is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on mesa-utils; but:
Package mesa-utils is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on python3-tk; but:
package python3-tk is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on python3-numpy; but:
package python3-numpy is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on python3-opengl; but:
package python3-opengl is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on python3-configobj; but:
package python3-configobj is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on python3-xlib; but:
package python3-xlib is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on libgtksourceview-3.0-dev; but:
Package libgtksourceview-3.0-dev is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on tcl8.6; but:
Package tcl8.6 is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on tk8.6; but:
Package tk8.6 is not installed.

linuxcnc-uspace depends on bwidget (>= 1.7); but:
Package bwidget is not installed.

dpkg: Error processing package linuxcnc-uspace (--install):
Dependency problems - leaving unconfigured
Processing triggers for libc-bin (2.36-9+deb12u10)...
Processing triggers for Desktop-File-Utils (0.26-1)...
Processing triggers for mailcap (3.70+nmu1)...
Processing triggers for hicolor-icon-theme (0.17-2)...
Processing triggers for man-db (2.11.2-2)...
Processing triggers for shared-mime-info (2.2-1)...
Errors occurred processing:
linuxcnc-uspace

How can it be that if I use this ISO: linuxcnc_2.9.4-amd64.hybrid.iso LinuxCNC works but later it is not possible to get Probe Basic to work and the user_tabs folder is not found even though it is there? See first post above.

Is there an installation guide that works?
 

From what I’ve researched, the Mesa 7i76EU seems like the best option. Here’s why:

It has 32 opto-isolated inputs which should work well with the 24V NPN homing sensors

The 7I76EU inputs work directly with PNP sensors (or switches) NPN sensors will require pull-up resistors.

The sensors might need a pull-down resistor to give clean logic signals when connected to 24V. I already solderd a pc to convert the 30V signal back to a 5V system with opto's

7I76EU isolated inputs do not require any additional components with PNP sensors or switches.
Note that 5V signals will not work when you have 24V field power as the input threshold will be about
12V in this case.

Thanks. I've put in the order for this card. Expected the 22th of may

No need for anything else.
7i76 is a daughter card, 7i76E has it's own controller. E means Ethernet.

It's almost good.

Setting the style in the qtdragon file is quite sufficient.

Restoring settings from the file works well, but only if they are integers.
If it's a floating-point number, then an error appears as in the screenshot.

Another problem (request, proposal) is the "RadioButton" element. It works like a switch and in some macros this is the desired behavior, but in others it is not.
If I want more items to check a logical condition, then there is a problem. That's why a new "CheckBox" element would be useful.

Nope, 3 axis 4 joint CNC. I doubt EMI could be it, that data cable is shielded, less than a meter long and separate from power, too. But I'll check every wire.

Thanks! I think i will dive into the deep and order a 7i76EU. I don't need that much I/O now, but not sure in the future. I like to play with the idea of having more axis and sensors like endstops to the machine. Also i have coolant pump and airlines for blowing chips away. Its manually controlled at this moment, but automating this is on my list . One last question:

eusurplus.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=50

Is referring to a 'daughter' card. Would that imply that i need something extra?

If you do not need much IO, Mesa 7i96S is cheaper and has the same functionality.
And there are two suppliers of Mesa cards in Europe now
www.eusurplus.com in Portugal
www.welectron.com in Germany

Is this a plasma?

Video of the screen and torch? So twice.

I do have the same problem, I see the ohmic probe is activated then when probe start it "find the plate" and try to go back however torch is in the up limit, then you have a error, I set the threshold to 18V and worked in probing but fail again during real cuts, mine is a water table.
please let us know if find the solution.

I see.

Sometimes stuff shifts mechanically, electrical stuff wears out too (Caps degrade and/or change capacitance, etc.), sometimes leading to random, unexplained changes in operation.

Switches and other mechanical actualtors get flabby over time, requiring less force to actuate.

Is the PC you use to control the machine "frozen in time" (not connected to the internet or outside world)?

Sorry.

Will read more carefully next time.