Timer function

[Pagustaf]

Dear all,

I'm trying to create a simple timer function that will execute a task for a certain amount of time, then stop for a certain amount of time and then repeat. I know it can be achieved by using a flat sequence structure along with the Wait (ms) block. However, it doesn't seem to allow adjustments to any controls when the task is active unless it's put in a while-loop. Which is why I did the following arrangement with an Elapsed-time-block which only does the job for one iteration since it keeps counting even though it's frame should be inactive, hence making the second iteration go on for 5-3 = 2 seconds (instead of 5 s). I'm all new to labview, is there anyone who could provide some tip on how to implement this simple timer function?

Best regards
Patrik

[RavensFan · Accepted solution]

Wire a =0? function to the reset input of the timer function coming from the i node of the while loop.  That way the timer resets on the first iteration of the while loop.

[Pagustaf]

I sense the idea, but I can't figure out what "wire a = 0 function" and the "i node" means?

[Pagustaf]

Now I get what you mean - and it worked! Thank you sir.