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Overview
This program uses property nodes and VI server to programmatically enable and disable controls/indicators from updating on the front panel.
Description
The code of writing a random number to an indicator inside the while loop shows the front panel being enabled/disabled. The main point of the program though is to show how to use property nodes to accomplish disabling/enabling the front panel
Requirements
LabVIEW 2012 (or compatible)
Steps to Implement or Execute Code
1. Run the attached VI.
2. Toggle the Enable/Disable Front Panel Updates control.
Additional Information or References
Block Diagram
Front Panel
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It seems the VI Reference can be Closed prior to the While Loop. It is not necessary to wait until the While Loop finishes ? That avoids having to wire that reference through the loop.