ET_AnimStore

Hirazi Blue · **Joined:** 04 Jun 2009, 12:15 **Posts:** 3207

Looking at your logged messages, this doesn't look like a Python problem...
Is the viewport the plugin captures from visible?
There's a mention in the video that it must be...

BTW - Editing the " __init__.py" within the Softimage Python install should do the trick, just make sure that "Use Python Installed with Softimage" is checked in the "General Preferences > Scripting Preferences".

EricTRocks · **Joined:** 25 Nov 2009, 02:41 **Posts:** 472

ivemaker wrote:

HI eric, in your tools, error with __init__.py, it because, i think, you're wrong hardware render viewport.

i use this code to render viewport and it work nice! And when i use this code I dont edit a __init__.py file

Code:

currFrame = app.ActiveProject.Properties('Play Control').Parameters('Current').Value
   oViewportCapture = app.Dictionary.GetObject('ViewportCapture');
   app.Dictionary.GetObject("ViewportCapture.Start").Value = currFrame
   app.Dictionary.GetObject("ViewportCapture.End").Value = currFrame
   app.Dictionary.GetObject("ViewportCapture.Filename").Value = '1.jpg'

and etc. This code is based on my study of Python.

Cheers
Arthur

I'm sure this works too. However editing the __init__.py is universal and fixes more than just my scripts. Both our methods work, just one works without the __init__.py edit. I'll take your suggestion into consideration on further updates to my plug-in.

Hirazi Blue · **Joined:** 04 Jun 2009, 12:15 **Posts:** 3207

The whole Python Dispatch fix issue still confuses me:
The problem originates

Quote:

due to XSI returning an object with an incorrectly set multi-dispatch interface (quoted from here)

However, the Softimage WIKI states the following:

Quote:

In versions prior to v6.0 XSI sometimes returned objects with an incorrectly set (as per PythonWin standards) multi-dispatch interface. This problem has been fixed in v6.0. (quoted from here)

So maybe someone could answer this question once and for all:
is the good-old mult-dispatch fix still necessary, or not? $:-\$

EricTRocks · **Joined:** 25 Nov 2009, 02:41 **Posts:** 472

Hirazi Blue wrote:

The whole Python Dispatch fix issue still confuses me:
The problem originates

Quote:

due to XSI returning an object with an incorrectly set multi-dispatch interface (quoted from here)

However, the Softimage WIKI states the following:

Quote:

In versions prior to v6.0 XSI sometimes returned objects with an incorrectly set (as per PythonWin standards) multi-dispatch interface. This problem has been fixed in v6.0. (quoted from here)

So maybe someone could answer this question once and for all:
is the good-old mult-dispatch fix still necessary, or not? $:-\$

I believe so. Otherwise people using my plug-in wouldn't have to edit the __init__.py file.

zossowosso · **Joined:** 05 Sep 2009, 06:18 **Posts:** 76

Hello everyone

Second attempt I uninstall python (C: \ Python)
I use python I provided with XI edit file __init__.py

I have another error message

When I store pose:

Quote:

# WARNING : ET_AnimStore_PoseCam was not found and will be imported. Please press store pose again.
# INFO : 4152 - Data loaded from file C:\Users\Megacortex\Autodesk\Softimage_2011\Addons\ET_AnimStore\Application\Plugins\..\..\Data\Models\ET_PoseCam.emdl was created with build number: 7.0.2008.1125 - compatibility version: 700

when i inspect pose:

Quote:

# ERROR : Erreur de syntaxe - [line 12]
# WARNING : 3000 - Error parsing D:\_3D\XSI\Projet Blog\AnimStore\Character\Biped\Pose\Default\PoseName\PoseName.htm
# ERROR : Fin d'instruction attendue - [line 4]
# ERROR : Property Page Script Logic Error (Erreur de compilation Microsoft VBScript)
# ERROR : [2] (null)
# ERROR : [3] import os
# ERROR : >[4] from win32com.client import constants as c
# ERROR : [5] from win32com.client import Dispatch as d
# ERROR : [6]
# ERROR : Fin d'instruction attendue

With this change I do not have the same mistakes

I have a folder that is created AnimStore in my project
if I open this folder I see PoseName.htm it's a blank screenshots ??

Thank you in advance

Hirazi Blue · **Joined:** 04 Jun 2009, 12:15 **Posts:** 3207

Looks like your scripting language is set to VBScript... $:-\$
Did you check the "Use Python Installed with Softimage" checkbox in the "General Preferences > Scripting Preferences" after uninstalling your " other" Python?

PS - @ Eric: you're right, your plugin doesn't work without the fix...
That still leaves the question unanswered, what is meant with the statement I quoted from the Softimage Wiki...

EricTRocks · **Joined:** 25 Nov 2009, 02:41 **Posts:** 472

zossowosso wrote:

Hello everyone

Second attempt I uninstall python (C: \ Python)
I use python I provided with XI edit file __init__.py

I have another error message

When I store pose:

Quote:

# WARNING : ET_AnimStore_PoseCam was not found and will be imported. Please press store pose again.
# INFO : 4152 - Data loaded from file C:\Users\Megacortex\Autodesk\Softimage_2011\Addons\ET_AnimStore\Application\Plugins\..\..\Data\Models\ET_PoseCam.emdl was created with build number: 7.0.2008.1125 - compatibility version: 700

when i inspect pose:

Quote:

# ERROR : Erreur de syntaxe - [line 12]
# WARNING : 3000 - Error parsing D:\_3D\XSI\Projet Blog\AnimStore\Character\Biped\Pose\Default\PoseName\PoseName.htm
# ERROR : Fin d'instruction attendue - [line 4]
# ERROR : Property Page Script Logic Error (Erreur de compilation Microsoft VBScript)
# ERROR : [2] (null)
# ERROR : [3] import os
# ERROR : >[4] from win32com.client import constants as c
# ERROR : [5] from win32com.client import Dispatch as d
# ERROR : [6]
# ERROR : Fin d'instruction attendue

With this change I do not have the same mistakes

I have a folder that is created AnimStore in my project
if I open this folder I see PoseName.htm it's a blank screenshots ??

Thank you in advance

I don't suggest using the factory installed Python that comes with Softimage. If you do and you edit the file within that factory install, you probably need a restart of your system and after restart ensure that Python is listed as a scripting language. You probably need to have Pywin32 is still installed too.

Honestly it's in my opinion that you should install Python separately and follow these directions:
http://www.vimeo.com/12097088

Your error is saying that the .htm file is failing to run a VB Script. Funny because the .htm file is supposed to be running a Python script within it. Please follow the video. Also ensure that you are installing the correct version for Windows 7 64-bit:

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/item?siteID=123112&id=14003492

Hirazi Blue · **Joined:** 04 Jun 2009, 12:15 **Posts:** 3207

As it looks you're not using Softimage 2011 I wouldn't necessarily draw too many conclusions about it. If there's a Python within your Softimage 2011 you can use it and you can edit the necessary file within this "embedded" Python without a problem... I can attest to that...

edit: And I can say: the plugin works (after the fix) so it's nothing to do with the embedded version of Softimage 2011

zossowosso · **Joined:** 05 Sep 2009, 06:18 **Posts:** 76

Hello Eric

ok I tried with a fresh installation of python
it's stange beacause if i don't edit the __init__.py file i see your plug
but if I edit I no longer see it

$:-\$ $:-\$ :ymblushing:

I think I have a problem here I'm sure the plug is correct
I'll try to find the problem thank you again for this attention

Quote:

the way I install

Instructions for installing python on Windows Vista and XP 64bit.
NOTE: All required files are supplied with PythonInstall64.zip

1) Put User Account Control (UAC) to off (Vista only)
http://technet2.microsoft.com/WindowsVista/en/library/0d75f774-8514-4c9e-ac08-4c21f5c6c2d91033.mspx?mfr=true

2) Install VC 2005 and VC 2008 Redist
vcredist_x86.exe
vcredist_x64.exe

3) Install Python 2.6
python-2.6b2.64
NOTE: Python 2.6 version is now required for vista and XP 64, older versions of python cannot be supported.

4) Add the python folder installation (e.g. C:\python26) to the PATH environment variable as the installer won't do it by default.

5) Install pywin32: pywin32-212.win-64-py2.6.exe

New Error

Quote:

# INFO : ET_AnimStore_PoseCam was found.
# ERROR : Traceback (most recent call last):
# File "<Script Block >", line 341, in ET_AnimStore_StorePose_OnClicked
# oPoseTextMesh.Properties["visibility"].viewvis = 1
# File "C:\Python26\lib\site-packages\win32com\gen_py\269C4D8C-E32D-11D3-811D-00A0C9AC19A9x0x1x0\PropertyCollection.py", line 96, in __getitem__
# return self._enum_.__getitem__(index)
# File "C:\Python26\Lib\site-packages\win32com\client\util.py", line 37, in __getitem__
# return self.__GetIndex(index)
# File "C:\Python26\Lib\site-packages\win32com\client\util.py", line 42, in __GetIndex
# if type(index)!=type(0): raise TypeError, "Only integer indexes are supported for enumerators"
# TypeError: Only integer indexes are supported for enumerators
# - [line 340 in C:\Users\Megacortex\Autodesk\Softimage_2011\Addons\ET_AnimStore\Application\Plugins\ET_AnimStore.py]
# ERROR : Property Page Script Logic Error (Python ActiveX Scripting Engine)
# ERROR : [338] else:
# ERROR : [339]
# ERROR : >[340] # Unhide pose text mesh to capture with icon
# ERROR : [341] oPoseTextMesh.Properties["visibility"].viewvis = 1
# ERROR : [342]
# ERROR : [343] oModel = PPG.Inspected(0).Model
# ERROR : Traceback (most recent call last):
# File "<Script Block >", line 341, in ET_AnimStore_StorePose_OnClicked
# oPoseTextMesh.Properties["visibility"].viewvis = 1
# File "C:\Python26\lib\site-packages\win32com\gen_py\269C4D8C-E32D-11D3-811D-00A0C9AC19A9x0x1x0\PropertyCollection.py", line 96, in __getitem__
# return self._enum_.__getitem__(index)
# File "C:\Python26\Lib\site-packages\win32com\client\util.py", line 37, in __getitem__
# return self.__GetIndex(index)
# File "C:\Python26\Lib\site-packages\win32com\client\util.py", line 42, in __GetIndex
# if type(index)!=type(0): raise TypeError, "Only integer indexes are supported for enumerators"
# TypeError: Only integer indexes are supported for enumerators
#

EricTRocks · **Joined:** 25 Nov 2009, 02:41 **Posts:** 472

In your video you don't mention editing the __init__.py file. Did you do this? This is essential!!!! This is where the error is coming from.

Also after you deactivate the factory Python install, restart Softimage.

Also, you have the ET_AnimStore set to capture from viewport A. Viewport A isn't visible. You must have it visible.

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