On 5/7/14 11:54 , Josiah Morgan wrote: > all, > I have an application in which I would like to use linuxcnc as the motion > controller to control a robot/machine. all the moves would be determined > by a python program that would be running as a HAL user space program. The > question I have is is it possible to have linuxcnc not open any GUI at all > since the python program will be commanding all the movements without the > need for anyone to ever see the GUI? this application would likely have > linuxcnc running on a beaglebone without a monitor (linuxcnc run on boot) > I appreciate any help/direction you guys can provide on this matter.
Yes, we run linuxcnc without a gui often in the automated tests. In your .ini file, set [DISPLAY]DISPLAY to a python program that does the controlling that you want. See tests/toolchanger/m61 for an example. -- Sebastian Kuzminsky ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Is your legacy SCM system holding you back? Join Perforce May 7 to find out: • 3 signs your SCM is hindering your productivity • Requirements for releasing software faster • Expert tips and advice for migrating your SCM now http://p.sf.net/sfu/perforce _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
