Libraries \ Encoder

Reference for Wiring version 1.0 Build 0100+ If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If see any errors or have any comments, let us know.

Class

Encoder

Name

attached()

Examples
#include <Encoder.h> 
 
int position; 
Encoder myEncoder; 
 
void setup() { 
  // ataches the encoder to pins EI2 and pin 8
  // EI2 is pin 18 on Wiring S
  // EI2 is pin 2 on Wiring v1
  myEncoder.attach(EI2, 8); 
  myEncoder.write(0); // set the encoder position to 0
} 
 
void loop() { 
  if (myEncoder.attached()) {
    // read the encoder position
    position = myEncoder.read();  
    // detach the encoder 
    myEncoder.detach();
  }
}
Description Returns true if an encoder is attached.
Syntax
encoder.attached()
Parameters
encoder The encoder variable.
Returns boolean: true if the encoder is attached.
Usage Application
Updated on July 07, 2011 11:09:55pm PDT

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