Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

--- faq [2020/04/03 13:22] – ivan
+++ faq [2020/04/16 09:03] – ivan
@@ Line 5: / Line 5: @@
 ++++ Is a PC required to use the myCNC controller? |
 Yes, a PC is required to run the myCNC software, which will be used to control the myCNC board. You can use a full industrial PC (such as the one provided in some controller kits in our Shop), or you can use a small single board computer, such as a Raspberry Pi, an Odroid or a TinkerBoard. The links to download the myCNC software are available at our [[https://www.pv-automation.com/download|Downloads]] page.
 ++++
+++++ Is a myCNC controller required to use the myCNC software? |
+Yes, a myCNC controller is needed to use most of the functions of the myCNC software. The main software itself is free and can be downloaded from our [[https://www.pv-automation.com/download|Downloads]] page. Please note that certain specialized software add-ons (such as G-code correction via DXF import with markers) are available as separate licenses which do have to be purchased in addition to the controller.
+The software can be downloaded and tested in Simulation mode, designed to help the user get a feel for the software layout and functions. However, the Simulation mode is highly restrictive, with most features not accessible without a myCNC controller.
+++++
 ====Software Setup====
@@ Line 113: / Line 122: @@
 ++++ How to remove the homing dialog that keeps popping up when starting the program? |
+{{youtube>M1Cljq6eB3w?large}}
 The homing dialog is done through the HOMING_HANDLER Software PLC. If you would like to disable it, add a line saying exit(99); near the start of the code like so:
@@ Line 122: / Line 133: @@
 <code> //exit(99); </code>
+For more information on this homing dialog, please consult the full [[quickstart:mycnc-quick-start:homing_setup|Homing manual]].
 ++++