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ECT
INTRODUCTION
The ECT is a Windows-based application used for EDITING, COMPILING AND TESTING
of user-created source code to control the DMC 2 Motion Controller. Each of these
functions is available through the ECT application Main Menu window.
• The EDITOR is full-featured ASCII text editor that allows the user to create and
edit source code. This source code can then be compiled using the ECT
Compiler, and tested using ECT’s Test application.
• The COMPILER is a tool that translates the source code into native DMC 2
executable code; also referred to as hex code. When selected, source code in
the active Edit window is automatically compiled.
• TEST is a tool for debugging user-written/edited DMC 2 source code.
DEFINITIONS
Source code A collection of organized DMC 2 instructions that is
recognized by the compiler, together with compiler
directives and any library functions subsequently
added and made available to the user.
Library functions and
macros
RUNNING ECT
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code segments that perform encapsulated functions.
Macros may be saved as independent text files, and
‘included’ through the Editor for compilation.
When ECT starts, the user is presented with a complete environment for editing,
compiling, and testing PL2 source code.
To start ECT, select the ECT icon from the Windows Program Manager screen.
Once loaded, ECT displays the ECT desktop.
THE ECT DESKTOP
The following lists the major components of the ECT desktop:
Application Caption Bar: Displays ”ECT” and the name of the active Application.
Menu Bar: Contain a list of user-selectable menus that include
commands to instruct ECT to perform actions.
Speed Bar: When used with a mouse, provide instant access to
frequently used ECT commands.
Status Bar: Displays information at the bottom of the ECT desktop
about the selected menu bar command.
Edit Window: Used for creating and/or editing source code files.
Compile Window: A text window that reports compiler errors and/or
warnings.
Test Window: A text window that reports motion controller response.
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