Changes for page FlowArm LSS

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3 -[[[[image:lynxmotion-wiki-attachments.WebHome@DownloadNow.png]]>>https://www.lynxmotion.com/tools/LSS_FlowArm.zip]]
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4 4  
5 5  **Page Contents**
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28 28  
29 29  Before assembling the arm, each of the IDs assigned to the servos must correspond with what is needed in the software.
30 30  
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31 +* Base: 1
32 +* Shoulder: 2
33 +* Elbow: 3
34 +* Wrist: 4
35 +* Gripper: 5
32 32  
33 33  To do so, the [[LSS Configuration Software>>doc:lynxmotion-smart-servo.lss-configuration-software.WebHome]] is used. Follow the procedure outlined here: [[doc:lynxmotion-smart-servo.lss-configuration-software.lss-config-configure-ids.WebHome]]
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36 36  * Servos have been assembled in correct orientation (as per assembly manual)
37 37  * Servo offsets have been updated if necessary (see procedure below).
38 38  
43 +The next important step is "STORE OFFSETS" explained below.
44 +
39 39  == Connecting via USB ==
40 40  
41 -The simplest way to connect is directly using the [[LSS-Adapter>>doc:servo-erector-set-system.ses-electronics.ses-modules.lss-adapter-board.WebHome]] (or any RS232 to USB interface). Here are the steps you need to follow in order to set this up. Follow the steps below:
47 +The simplest way to connect is directly using an RS232 to USB cable. Here are the steps you need to follow in order to set this up. Follow the steps below:
42 42  
43 43  1. Connect the USB cable to the LSS Adapter board on your robot
44 44  1. Plug the USB connector into the PC
45 -1. Connect your LSS to the LSS-Adapter with the Lynxmotion cable
46 46  1. Connect the power to the LSS Adapter via the yellow XT60 plug
47 47  1. Power on the robot (On/Off switch)
48 48  1. Start the LSS FlowArm software
49 -1. Select the appropriate COM port from the drop-down list & the baudrate (115200)
54 +1. Select the appropriate COM port from the drop-down list
50 50  1. The software sends a query to servo ID1 and once a reply is received, it determines connection has been established.
51 51  
52 52  == Connecting via Bluetooth ==
53 53  
54 -If you have purchased a Bluetooth module which is in XBee format, ensure to have the right baudrate on your bluetooth adapter, the default is 115 200 for the LSS.
59 +If you have purchased a Bluetooth module which is in XBee format, ensure
55 55  
56 56  = Interface =
57 57  
58 58  == Header ==
59 59  
60 -[[image:lss-flowarm-header.png||alt="lss-flowarm-header"]]
65 +[[image:lss-flowarm-header.jpg]]
61 61  
62 -**EMERGENCY STOP**
63 -
64 -At any given time you can click this button to stop the arm. This will send a "LIMP" command directly to all servos.
65 -
66 66  **STORE OFFSETS**
67 67  
68 68  The "STORE OFFSETS" button configures all of the servo offsets (this makes use of the CO command as part of the [[LSS Communication Protocol>>doc:lynxmotion-smart-servo.lss-communication-protocol.WebHome]]). Before pressing the button, orient the arm as shown below (with the gripper closed), and only then click the STORE OFFSETS button.
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77 77  
78 78  **LIMP**
79 79  
80 -Causes all servos to slowly go LIMP (i.e. lose torque), gradually loosing torque until hitting the ground. It's important to note that the software will not constantly query all servos for their position, and as such the virtual arm on screen will not update frequently if at all. If you want the virtual arm on screen to update as you move the real arm, use TEACH mode described below.
81 +Causes all servos to immediately go LIMP (i.e. lose torque). The arm will collapse. It's important to note that the software will not constantly query all servos for their position, and as such the virtual arm on screen will not update frequently if at all. If you want the virtual arm on screen to update as you move the real arm, use TEACH mode described below.
81 81  
82 82  **STOP**
83 83  
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130 130  
131 131  **[[image:lss-flowarm-top-view.jpg]]**
132 132  
133 -=== Shortcuts ===
134 +== Shortcuts ==
134 134  
135 135  **Base**: If you hold the SHIFT key while dragging with the mouse you can control base rotation.
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169 169  
170 170  The position of the end effector can be controlled either by manually entering the information for R (radius), or the Cartesian x, y, z coordinates, or using the arrows.
171 171  
172 -When in keyboard mode, there is an overlay indicating which keys do what motion.
173 -
174 174  [[image:lss-flowarm-positioning.jpg]]
175 175  
176 176  == **Data Log** ==
177 177  
178 -The optional Data log (normally hidden) can be toggled on or off and allows the user to see all commands being sent to and received from the smart servos. The data can be saved to a file in a Comma Separated Values (.csv) format.
177 +The optional Data log can be toggled on or off and allows the user to see all commands being sent to and received from the smart servos. The data can be saved to a file in a Comma Separated Values (.csv) format.
179 179  
180 180  [[image:lss-flowarm-data-log.jpg]]
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193 193  )))
194 194  |(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-frames.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Frame Options|(% style="width:758px" %)Adding a frame adds a blank frame to the list. The drop-down list gives "useful" pre-made frames. Recording a frame copies the arm's current on-screen position. The X removes a selected frame.
195 195  |(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-copy-paste.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Copy / Paste Frame|(% style="width:758px" %)Copy and paste a frame
196 -|(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-settings.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Operations / Settings|(% style="width:758px" %)Useful features include: Toggle pause before frame; Remove gaps between frames; Reverse frames
197 -|(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-lock.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Lock |(% style="width:758px" %)Timeline locking
195 +|(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-settings.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Operations|(% style="width:758px" %)Useful features include: Toggle pause before frame; Remove gaps between frames; Reverse frames
196 +|(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-lock.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Lock |(% style="width:758px" %)
198 198  |(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-loop.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Repeat / Loop Pattern|(% style="width:758px" %)Play once or loop; Set the playback speed using the up and down arrows.
199 199  |(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-play.jpg]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Sequence Playback|(% style="width:758px" %)Restart sequence, play or stop
200 -|(% style="width:257px" %)[[image:lss-flowarm-inspector.png]]|(% style="width:306px" %)Frame Inspector|(% style="width:758px" %)Allows to modify the values sent in a particular frame manually.
201 201  
202 202  **Sequences**
203 203  
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213 213  
214 214  [[image:lss-flowarm-patterns.jpg]]
215 215  
216 -**Add a Sequence**
214 +**Add Sequence**
217 217  
218 218  To add a sequence click the add button. A new sequence will appear in the list and its name will open for editing.
219 219  
220 -**Remove a Sequence**
218 +**Remove Sequence**
221 221  
222 222  Click the remove sequence button to delete the currently selected sequence from the list. This action is irreversible so you will be asked for confirmation.
223 223  
224 -**Duplicate a Sequence**
222 +**Duplicate Sequence**
225 225  
226 226  If you want to make a new sequence based on an existing one then you can duplicate it.
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236 236  The sequences in the file will be added to the list. They do not replace the sequence list. Also it doesn't
237 237  matter how many sequences the file contains, all of them will be imported.
238 238  
239 -**Clear All Sequences**
237 +**Clear All**
240 240  
241 241  If you want to start from scratch you can clear all the sequences from the list using the clear all button.
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253 253  
254 254  To add a frame click the Add button. A new frame will be added at the end of the sequence. The duration of the frame will be whatever the last frame duration was. The frame will record whatever position the robot is currently set to. You can add a sub sequence to the sequence by clicking the arrow to the right of the Add button. A drop list of the available sequences will appear. Select one and it will be added to the end of the sequence.
255 255  
256 -**Recording to a Frame**
257 -
258 -When you add a frame it will record the state that the robot is currently in. If you want to change this state first select the frame by clicking on it. Next move the robot to the position you want to record. When you're happy press the record button. The frame will flash to indicate that it has been updated.
259 -
260 260  **Deleting Frames**
261 261  
262 262  To delete a sequence or frame from a sequence, click the Delete button.
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267 267  
268 268  **Timeline Locking**
269 269  
270 -[[image:lss-flowarm-lock.jpg]]
271 -
272 272  The timeline is locked by default. This means that frames will automatically run from one to the next – you cannot create space in between. Moving a frame past another one will move it along the order in the timeline. If the timeline is unlocked then you can move frames independently of each other and also create gaps of time in between.
273 273  
274 274  **Moving and Resizing**
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276 276  To move a frame on the timeline, simply click on it and drag it to the time you want it to start. The start time will be displayed as you drag. How frames move relative to each other is determined by whether the timeline is locked (see previous section). To resize a frame grab the right-hand edge and drag it. When moving or resizing the mouse snaps to the nearest unit on the timeline. If you hold SHIFT while moving or resizing no snap will be applied. When the timeline is unlocked then if you hold CTRL while dragging or resizing a frame all frames to
277 277  the right of the selected frame will be moved so that the time interval between the selected frame and the next one is maintained.
278 278  
271 +**Recording to a Frame**
272 +
273 +When you add a frame it will record the state that the robot is currently in. If you want to change this state first select the frame by clicking on it. Next move the robot to the position you want to record. When you're happy press the record button. The frame will flash to indicate that it has been updated.
274 +
279 279  **Auto Record**
280 280  
281 281  If you want changes you make to be automatically recorded you can lock the record button in place by double-clicking on it. Now whenever you change the robot position the currently elected frame will be updated. The record button will light up to show that auto record is on. To switch auto record off, double-click on the record button again.
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297 297  
298 298  If the timeline is unlocked then you can instantly remove all the gaps between frames and push them up against each other by clicking the Operations button and choosing Remove Gaps Between Frames from the menu.
299 299  
300 -**Frame Inspector**
301 -
302 -[[image:lss-flowarm-inspector-frame.png]]
303 -
304 -If any adjustments are required on a particular joint (servo) this function allows you to manually change them. Click on the particular frame and the commands can be edited.
305 -
306 306  == Sequencer ==
307 307  
308 308  **Reverse Frames**
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