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qtdagon -docs: add details; tool changer HAL pins, python customization
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net tool-prep-number hal_manualtoolchange.number <= iocontrol.0.tool-prep-number
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Also if you don't have an automatic tool changer make sure these pins are connected in one of the HAL files:
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[source,{hal}]
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net tool-prepare-loopback iocontrol.0.tool-prepare => iocontrol.0.tool-prepared
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This input pin should be connected to indicate probe state.
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[source,{hal}]
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This capability is included with the QtVCP development environment.
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The extensive use of QtVCP widgets keeps the amount of required Python code to a minimum, allowing relatively easy modifications.
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The LinuxCNC website has extensive documentation on the installation and use of QtVCP libraries.
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See <<cha:qtvcp,QtVCP Overview>> for more information.
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See <<cha:qtvcp,QtVCP>> for more information in about QtVCP in general.
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Qtdragon can also utilize QtVCP's rc file to do minor python code modifications without using a custom handler file.
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[source,{ini}]
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[DISPLAY]
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USER_COMMAND_FILE = CONFIGFOLDER/qtdragonrc.py
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See <<cha:qtvcp:modifying-screens,Modifying Screens>> for more information about customization.
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.QtDragon - Customized QtDragon
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image::images/silverdragon_custom.png["QtDragon customized",scale=25]

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