using picture ring with multiple controls

[LuisM]

I am using a picture ring with 21 pics in it.each pic represent a state, I am using a flat task structure to execute this states. the question is how can I increment the picture ring from inside every single state/task?
regards
Luis

[Joe_H]

I have written an example for you that demonstrates how to use local variables and property nodes. these two are the easiest way I know how to do it. hope this helps. you may need to place pictures inside the ring. if you don't then enjoy the pics I had in there

[Dennis_Knutson]

Here's a bit more elegant solution. Does not require locals, property nodes, or a sequence structure.

[Joe_H]

yes you sre right this is a lot more elegant way. I just gave him what he asked for since he was already using a sequence structure. I really like you Idea it is much more efficient and uses less memory.I'm still new to labview but I'm trying.
Thanks for helping me out to dennis everytime I read something of yours I learn something new

[LuisM]

thanks JHoskins that is exactly what I require
many thanks
Luis

[LuisM]

Hi Dennis
I did not explain properly,I need to use the flat task structure for the state machine so JHoskins solution does the job
many thanks for your help
regards
Luis

[Joe_H]

if you are already using a state machine you should not use a flat sequence structure. you can make your program more useful just by using the state machine itself and telling it which fram to go to when completed I have attached a VI that explains this eaxample

[LuisM]

Thanks mate,I was wondering how to implement the state machine and this example just did it for me.
two problems solved in one go.
Thank you very much
Luis

[Joe_H]

E-mail me if you need any further assistance

[Wiebe@CARYA]

Luis,

Use a local of the picture control. In each sequence, write an increasing
number to the local.

regards,

Wiebe.

"LuisM" wrote in message
news:506500000008000000E2CA0000-1079395200000@exchange.ni.com...
> I am using a picture ring with 21 pics in it.each pic represent a
> state, I am using a flat task structure to execute this states. the
> question is how can I increment the picture ring from inside every
> single state/task?
> regards
> Luis