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PICAXE-08 ALARM PROJECT
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Downloading Flowcharts
Flowcharts are not directly downloaded to the microcontroller. First the flowchart is
converted into a BASIC program, which is then downloaded.
To convert a program select ‘Convert’ from the Flowchart menu. The BASIC program for
downloading will then be created.
Shapes that are not connected to the ‘start’ or ‘sub’ shapes in the flowchart are ignored
when the conversion takes place. The conversion will stop if an unconnected shape is
found. Therefore always use a ‘stop’ shape or line to complete the flowchart before
simulation or conversion.
Note that it is possible to quickly convert and then download a flowchart by pressing the
shortcut key <F5> twice.
Using Symbols
Inputs, Outputs and Variables can all be renamed using the ‘Symbol Table’ from the
Flowchart menu. When a symbol is renamed the new name appears in the drop-down
menus on the edit bar. Note that you should not use commands (e.g. switch or sound) as
a symbol as this will generate errors in your converted BASIC program.
Saving and Printing Flowcharts
Flowcharts can be saved, printed and exported as graphic files (for adding to word
processor documents) via the File menu. Flowcharts can also be copied to the Windows
clipboard (for pasting into other applications) via the Edit menu.
