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by drees
Thu Dec 08, 2016 3:50 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: Bring to Front etc
Replies: 1
Views: 7551

Bring to Front etc

How do I ensure any object is in the front. While 'move to front' etc is in the tools menu it is never highlighted, making it very difficult to create the interface design I'm after i.e. somethings are behind others, when I want them in front.

Thanks

David
by drees
Fri Feb 20, 2015 2:18 am
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Linking Sliders
Replies: 2
Views: 2621

Re: Linking Sliders

As you say not quite what I need but definitely useable. A very clever workaround. I can understand why it is not a builtin function within Vensim as it is a bit sloppy. However, I get enormous mileage out of using very simple, often very simplistic, models to get client engagement and the ability t...
by drees
Mon Feb 16, 2015 10:49 pm
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Linking Sliders
Replies: 2
Views: 2621

Linking Sliders

Is it possible to link sliders so that the the sum of the linked sliders does not exceed a set figure - in this case 1? I want to build a simple version of my transport model so that the client can 'play' with shifting the percentages of mode choice - in this case car, public transport and active. I...
by drees
Tue Jan 27, 2015 10:25 pm
Forum: Sable
Topic: Problems Publishing
Replies: 1
Views: 7202

Re: Problems Publishing

Ignore previous post - problem solved. Was running wrong version of Runtime.

Cheers

David
by drees
Tue Jan 27, 2015 10:11 pm
Forum: Sable
Topic: Problems Publishing
Replies: 1
Views: 7202

Problems Publishing

In process of distributing model but when I try an open either the spk or vnp file with Runtime I get and error message 'invalid file'. Venom is version 6.0a-1. Sable Developer is version 5.1.460. Sable Runtime is version 5.1.427. Venom engine version 5.10e.

Thanks

David
by drees
Thu Jul 19, 2012 10:08 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Hi Tony Just to let you know that I downloaded TestWrangler, made the few changes you described and all is working fine. I've also learnt a lot in the process. Thank you so much for persevering I really appreciate your help - writing scripts is not my forte, but I am learning. I'll try not to pester...
by drees
Thu Jul 19, 2012 9:38 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Thanks Tony

Yes I was using the default txt editor - I'll get the one you recommended and then have a go a re-doing it.

I'll let you know if I have any problems.

David
by drees
Wed Jul 18, 2012 9:55 pm
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Hi Tony

I've attached both versions of the script file I attempted and the relevant screen.

Thanks

David
by drees
Wed Jul 18, 2012 4:08 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Hi Tony Getting there. I've managed to get a drop box calling up the different graphs I need by using the script in the demo you sent as the template. I then tried to get a second combo box to call up a different set of graphs but with no luck. I tried this two ways: Firstly, I simply did a copy and...
by drees
Mon Jul 16, 2012 9:34 pm
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Hi Tony

Thank you very much for this and I apologise if I was a bit pushy. I'm going to work through it and if I have any questions I'll get in touch.

Thanks again for being so supportive.

David
by drees
Sat Jul 14, 2012 10:13 pm
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Hi Tony Sorry to be pushy as I have no doubt you're very busy, but I am hoping to show the new model to the client within the next week want to finalize the interface soon. If you were able to post the demo that would be really helpful. I'm also happy to send you the model if inserting the code is e...
by drees
Tue Jul 10, 2012 4:52 am
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Model error message in version 6.0 (DSS)
Replies: 5
Views: 4887

Re: Model error message in version 6.0 (DSS)

Great - thanks for that.

David
by drees
Tue Jul 10, 2012 4:49 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

Re: C-ROADS INTERFACE

Hi Tony

If you could produce a demo that would be great. I think that way I will learn a bit more, rather than simply getting you to add code to a model of mine. However, if it is easier I'm happy to send a suitable model to you.

Thanks for your support

David
by drees
Sun Jul 08, 2012 10:23 pm
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Model error message in version 6.0 (DSS)
Replies: 5
Views: 4887

Re: Model error message in version 6.0 (DSS)

Hi

I've attached the excel spreadsheet referred to.

David
by drees
Sun Jul 08, 2012 4:50 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: C-ROADS INTERFACE
Replies: 12
Views: 27011

C-ROADS INTERFACE

HI TONY I've been using C-ROADS here in NZ to try and raise interest in using the model to help support conversations about climate change here in NZ. I've also used it to explore how you build interfaces and learning a lot. Amazing what you can find out by interrogating someone else's work - I hope...
by drees
Sun Jul 08, 2012 2:46 am
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Model error message in version 6.0 (DSS)
Replies: 5
Views: 4887

Model error message in version 6.0 (DSS)

Hi I just got the email re version 6 and installed the new version (DSS version). I tested it with a model I was working on that took data from excel. I kept getting an error message "Unable to read the file.....[directory string].../Data Input Sheet.xlsx as an Excel file (sst).." I have n...
by drees
Tue May 08, 2012 8:57 pm
Forum: Sable
Topic: Dynamic Graphs
Replies: 8
Views: 15196

Re: Dynamic Graphs

JJ

Thanks for that - something I would never have worked out!

The model works great and I can see how I can utilize the structure in some of my models.

Thanks for our help

David
by drees
Tue May 08, 2012 9:03 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: Dynamic Graphs
Replies: 8
Views: 15196

Re: Dynamic Graphs

JJ

Thanks for your ideas. I'll also work through them in the next few days - always great to learn new ways of working with vensim.

Regards

David
by drees
Tue May 08, 2012 9:00 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: Dynamic Graphs
Replies: 8
Views: 15196

Re: Dynamic Graphs

Tony Thank you once again for being so responsive and helpful. It works really well and the Sable graphical functions really help. It may seem a small and inconsequential thing but engaging clients with the model and the model building process is always important in the work I do and simple things l...
by drees
Fri May 04, 2012 12:48 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: Dynamic Graphs
Replies: 8
Views: 15196

Re: Dynamic Graphs

Hi Tony Thanks for that. I had tried simulation pause but it has no effect on the graphical output - at least not that I could achieve. That is why I thought there maybe a way of manipulating the output using the Sable graph functions. While vensim is a great product (even better with a Sable front ...
by drees
Mon Apr 30, 2012 8:29 am
Forum: Sable
Topic: Dynamic Graphs
Replies: 8
Views: 15196

Dynamic Graphs

This may seem an odd query but one of the advantages that ithink and STELLA have over vensim is that when you do a simulation run you can control the speed at which the graphs are created. Not important from any analytic point of view but when you are tying to engage clients and help them hook into ...
by drees
Sat Apr 28, 2012 11:53 pm
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Equation editor hangs programme
Replies: 19
Views: 14991

Re: Equation editor hangs programme

Thanks for that. I can now generate a fix on both the MAC and Parallels side of the machine. When do you expect the new version to come out with a more permanent fix.

Thanks again

David
by drees
Mon Apr 16, 2012 8:50 pm
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Equation editor hangs programme
Replies: 19
Views: 14991

Re: Equation editor hangs programme

Yes I often use two monitors. I have a setup at home and at the office where I connect the MAC to external monitors. I only tend to use the laptop screen on its own when I am travelling.

David
by drees
Sun Apr 15, 2012 8:38 am
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Equation editor hangs programme
Replies: 19
Views: 14991

Re: Equation editor hangs programme

Thanks Tom It is getting 'curiouser and curiouser'. It's working again. I have no problems with any other software and this is the second time the problem seems to have had a 'miracle cure'. The only idea I have is that it maybe related to the fact that I have Vensim DSS running on Parallels Desktop...
by drees
Wed Apr 11, 2012 10:23 pm
Forum: Vensim
Topic: Equation editor hangs programme
Replies: 19
Views: 14991

Re: Equation editor hangs programme

No, as it happens with all models. However, I did notice yesterday vensim and venread error files, the date of which equates with the date that the problem started again. I tried to attach the file but received a message 'the extension err is not allowed' so I have put the files up on dropbox - link...