# \#virtual-controller **URL:** https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/tag/virtual-controller/16.md [Latest](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/tags.md) --- ## [RobotStudio 2025.5 – Trial license unavailable despite never being activated](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/robotstudio-2025-5-trial-license-unavailable-despite-never-being-activated/15163)
**Author:** [@Hernán\_Vidal](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Hern%C3%A1n_Vidal)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2026, 10:25pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/robotstudio-2025-5-trial-license-unavailable-despite-never-being-activated/15163 "2026-09-27T22:25:22Z")
Hello, I installed RobotStudio 2025.5 (version 25.5.11605.0) on my PC. When I first launched the software, I declined the 30-day trial and continued using the Basic license. Now I would like to activate the trial, but… --- ## [Proble with the Virtual Controller](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/proble-with-the-virtual-controller/15150)
**Author:** [@Samuel\_García](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Samuel_Garc%C3%ADa)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 11:02pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/proble-with-the-virtual-controller/15150 "2026-09-21T23:02:07Z")
When I start or open a virtual controller, it gets stuck on “Starting” until a window appears indicating there is no response. I have tried reinstalling, running with administrator privileges, verifying file paths, and c… --- ## [How to create functional exercise commands that meet one's own needs?](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-create-functional-exercise-commands-that-meet-ones-own-needs/15134)
**Author:** [@胡林峰\_胡](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/%E8%83%A1%E6%9E%97%E5%B3%B0_%E8%83%A1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 3:38pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-create-functional-exercise-commands-that-meet-ones-own-needs/15134 "2026-09-11T15:38:30Z")
Hello friends, I have encountered some problems while using ABB. My idea is to create functional motion commands that meet my needs. The motion commands need to include IO interaction signals, speed, tool coordinates, an… --- ## [Naming convention for datatypes](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/naming-convention-for-datatypes/15123)
**Author:** [@RayBland](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/RayBland)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 10:21am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/naming-convention-for-datatypes/15123 "2026-09-02T10:21:15Z")
Hi - newbie here so finding my feet with conventions etc. Simple question: is there a still a list of suggested prefixes for datatypes? I’ve entered a realm of RAPID programming which is relatively new to me and the … --- ## [Combination not supported](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/combination-not-supported/10448)
**Author:** [@Birey](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Birey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 12:20pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/combination-not-supported/10448 "2026-08-18T12:20:02Z")
For a pick and place simulation I need to use IRBT6004 track and IRB6700 200/2.7. But whenever I try to add a virtual controller from layout for IRBT6004 it says “Combination not supported”. Since this is a job interview… --- ## [RS: virtual controller switch to AUTO](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/rs-virtual-controller-switch-to-auto/15040)
**Author:** [@daniel72](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/daniel72)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 1:05am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/rs-virtual-controller-switch-to-auto/15040 "2026-08-06T01:05:23Z")
Why does the virtual controller switch from MANUAL to AUTO as soon as changes are made in the RapidEditor? What is the reason for this? How can it be disabled? We often need to debug programs in single-step mode with the… --- ## [RobotStudio 2026 doesn't start virtual controller from pack and go and cannot create one from layout either](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/robotstudio-2026-doesnt-start-virtual-controller-from-pack-and-go-and-cannot-create-one-from-layout-either/15051)
**Author:** [@Skittles](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Skittles)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 4:32pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/robotstudio-2026-doesnt-start-virtual-controller-from-pack-and-go-and-cannot-create-one-from-layout-either/15051 "2026-07-21T16:32:26Z")
Been dealing with this all week, and have people looking into it. I want to hear any thoughts about this. License is active. When I go to open the RSPAG file, I follow the Wizard and have even installed the Add-In for… --- ## [Omnicore virtual controller and RW7 communication with virtual codesys PLC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/omnicore-virtual-controller-and-rw7-communication-with-virtual-codesys-plc/15060)
**Author:** [@Csse](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Csse)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 12:27pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/omnicore-virtual-controller-and-rw7-communication-with-virtual-codesys-plc/15060 "2026-07-17T12:27:11Z")
I wanted to experiment with virtual commissioning with RobotStudio. The ABB manual says to use the OPC UA Client smart component to communicate with a PLC set to function as an OPC UA server. I’m using the virtual PLC Co… --- ## [Positioner location change. How do I update the userframe?](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/positioner-location-change-how-do-i-update-the-userframe/15041)
**Author:** [@Skittles](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Skittles)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 2:42pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/positioner-location-change-how-do-i-update-the-userframe/15041 "2026-07-09T14:42:53Z")
We are moving the headstock and tailstock positioner closer to the robot. I know I can move these pieces mechanically within the cell to get correct distance, but I’m concerned about the userframe not matching up. We a… --- ## [Unable to Connect IRB 4400 Robot to Track](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/unable-to-connect-irb-4400-robot-to-track/15045)
**Author:** [@Tristan\_Ptacek](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Tristan_Ptacek)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 1:39pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/unable-to-connect-irb-4400-robot-to-track/15045 "2026-07-08T13:39:01Z")
I am trying to set up a cell with an IRB 4400 robot that sits on an IRBT 4004 track in RobotStudio 2025. However, every time I try to link the robot to the track, I get the following error message: “Invalid mechunit for … --- ## [NEW to RobotStudio. Will need help and specific questions I have . .](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/new-to-robotstudio-will-need-help-and-specific-questions-i-have/15036)
**Author:** [@Skittles](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Skittles)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 4:59pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/new-to-robotstudio-will-need-help-and-specific-questions-i-have/15036 "2026-06-30T16:59:00Z")
Hi everyone, So I’ll be embarking on learning RobotStudio. I have muddled around with demos and played with virtual pendant. That’s as far as my experience goes. Unfortunately, there is no time for me to go to class … --- ## [Recovery Coding Snippet Example; Any Examples are Highly Appreciated!](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/recovery-coding-snippet-example-any-examples-are-highly-appreciated/15027)
**Author:** [@bran21](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/bran21)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 12:47pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/recovery-coding-snippet-example-any-examples-are-highly-appreciated/15027 "2026-06-30T12:47:42Z")
Hello all! Would anyone mind sharing any coding snippets/examples of any recovery programs that they wouldn’t mind sharing? I am trying to figure out how to handle the recovery & resuming of my multi-controller / multi… --- ## [How to configure Omnicore simulation IO values on simulation start](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-configure-omnicore-simulation-io-values-on-simulation-start/15018)
**Author:** [@bran21](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/bran21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2026, 1:49pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-configure-omnicore-simulation-io-values-on-simulation-start/15018 "2026-06-22T13:49:58Z")
Hello, I was wondering how to configure the simulation upon a ‘start’ that it sets certain IO variables and Group Outputs to a certain value (1 for example) instead of me having to toggle them in the ‘IO simulator’ and t… --- ## [Rs 2026.1 activation issue](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/rs-2026-1-activation-issue/14961)
**Author:** [@jarmster](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/jarmster)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 11:27am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/rs-2026-1-activation-issue/14961 "2026-05-05T11:27:02Z")
got it worked out…this new licence scheme is a pain…whats wrong with a standalone key like last year. You just created a headache trying to get rs licenced. Everyday i have to wait for ABB to link my robotic one account … --- ## [Simulation RS 2025](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/simulation-rs-2025/14910)
**Author:** [@Pawe\_Lis](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Pawe_Lis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2026, 7:06pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/simulation-rs-2025/14910 "2026-04-14T19:06:53Z")
During the simulation, the robot does not move. In the previous version (2023), the same station does not have this problem. --- ## [How to create a cable host in RobotStudio?](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-create-a-cable-host-in-robotstudio/14848)
**Author:** [@Pierre\_BELLER](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Pierre_BELLER)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2026, 2:25pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-create-a-cable-host-in-robotstudio/14848 "2026-04-08T14:25:32Z")
Hello ABB Team, After creating in Robot Studio a medium host for my robot’s connections, I can’t prevent the host from “crossing” axis 3 when moving from one point to another. The pipe’s starting point is above axis 2,… --- ## [How to set up RWS for Simulation purpose with RobotStudio 2025, RobotWare 7.21, OmniCore C30?](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-set-up-rws-for-simulation-purpose-with-robotstudio-2025-robotware-7-21-omnicore-c30/14880)
**Author:** [@NotARobot](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/NotARobot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 2:48pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-set-up-rws-for-simulation-purpose-with-robotstudio-2025-robotware-7-21-omnicore-c30/14880 "2026-03-31T14:48:47Z")
I’m trying to set up RobotStudio 2025 as a simulation environment for testing Externally Guided Motion (EGM) and Robot Web Service (RWS). The purpose is to test and verify the external control before working with the phy… --- ## [HOW I activate g\_\* commands in Rapid for smart gripper in yumi robot in robot studio simulation](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-i-activate-g-commands-in-rapid-for-smart-gripper-in-yumi-robot-in-robot-studio-simulation/14875)
**Author:** [@Sumit\_Sahoo](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Sumit_Sahoo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 8:20am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-i-activate-g-commands-in-rapid-for-smart-gripper-in-yumi-robot-in-robot-studio-simulation/14875 "2026-03-28T08:20:44Z")
I am working on my MSc thesis project involving the ABB YuMi IRB14000 robot teleoperation. I need to enable SmartGripper RAPID commands (g\_MoveTo, g\_GripIn, g\_GripOut etc.) in RobotStudio for our simulation. I have added… --- ## [No response from virtual controller and system failure](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/no-response-from-virtual-controller-and-system-failure/14841)
**Author:** [@Lalit\_Kadu](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Lalit_Kadu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 9:27pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/no-response-from-virtual-controller-and-system-failure/14841 "2026-03-16T21:27:36Z")
I am facing regularly issue when i open already created station or a pack&go. while opening the station some controllers start correctly and some of then stopped and message popped up as no response from virtual controll… --- ## [Virtual Controller can't startup](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/virtual-controller-cant-startup/14840)
**Author:** [@mattiskoh](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/mattiskoh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2026, 1:07pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/virtual-controller-cant-startup/14840 "2026-03-04T13:07:25Z")
For one of my projects I have a longstanding issue with either one or both virtual controllers not being able to startup. If I close and restart the solution multiple times it eventually works (both controllers manage to… --- ## [Unpack & Go not working. Virtual controllers won't start?](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/unpack-go-not-working-virtual-controllers-wont-start/11959)
**Author:** [@bran21](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/bran21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2025, 1:23pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/unpack-go-not-working-virtual-controllers-wont-start/11959 "2025-07-01T13:23:02Z")
Hello, I am trying to open an ‘UnPack & Go’ file, but I keep getting the error about failing to restore backup for a controller. Do you have any tips to resolve this error? I also get an error that says “This station … --- ## [How to load a module in Omnicore? (Addin)](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-load-a-module-in-omnicore-addin/11840)
**Author:** [@adelaplace](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/adelaplace)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2025, 8:54am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-load-a-module-in-omnicore-addin/11840 "2025-05-15T08:54:51Z")
Hello, I’ve been working on an add-in for a while to push a module into a virtual controller. The code is as follows: using (Controller controller = Controller.Connect(selectedController.SystemId, ConnectionType.RobotSt… --- ## [Using POSTMAN how can test a connection with ABB Robot Virtual Controller](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/using-postman-how-can-test-a-connection-with-abb-robot-virtual-controller/11912)
**Author:** [@kartheekv](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/kartheekv)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 12:30pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/using-postman-how-can-test-a-connection-with-abb-robot-virtual-controller/11912 "2025-05-09T12:30:10Z")
I am a newbie trying to add some command support using Web services. I have setup the ABB robot studio and able to move the controller using virtual pendant. I have enabled the RobotWebServices in the communication fir… --- ## [Are the IRB67xx series robots not compatible with IRBT6004 in RS 2024](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/are-the-irb67xx-series-robots-not-compatible-with-irbt6004-in-rs-2024/11887)
**Author:** [@ImSorryMike](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/ImSorryMike)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2025, 6:04pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/are-the-irb67xx-series-robots-not-compatible-with-irbt6004-in-rs-2024/11887 "2025-04-18T18:04:01Z")
I need to put a IRB6740 on a 20-meter track with dual carriages. I ran into issues when trying to create my virtual controller from layout, I through everything but the kitchen sink at it, and the last straw was testing … --- ## [Discrepancy between the time defined in the movement instruction (\\T) and the actual time required](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/discrepancy-between-the-time-defined-in-the-movement-instruction-t-and-the-actual-time-required/11817)
**Author:** [@Luca0101](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Luca0101)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2025, 9:04am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/discrepancy-between-the-time-defined-in-the-movement-instruction-t-and-the-actual-time-required/11817 "2025-03-05T09:04:33Z")
Hi, I realized that in RobotStudio it is possible to define the total time during which the robot moves within a movement instruction. Therefore, I expect that if I specify, for example, 1 second in my movement instructi… --- ## [Error when creating new Virtual Controller](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/error-when-creating-new-virtual-controller/11616)
**Author:** [@wals](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/wals)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 12:29pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/error-when-creating-new-virtual-controller/11616 "2024-09-19T12:29:45Z")
Hi, When I open a new Virtual Controller in RobotStudio I get this error: “”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”“”" RobotStudio .NET except… --- ## [How to Setup EGM Client on Virtual Controller for CRB15000 GoFa](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-setup-egm-client-on-virtual-controller-for-crb15000-gofa/11615)
**Author:** [@wals](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/wals)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 9:01am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/how-to-setup-egm-client-on-virtual-controller-for-crb15000-gofa/11615 "2024-09-19T09:01:55Z")
Hi, I would like to set up an EGM client on a virtual controller for CRB15000 GoFa. The EGM client should communicate with an EGM server running on another laptop. My Windows laptop, on which the virtual controller is … --- ## [Regarding the external axis of a customised mechanism](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/regarding-the-external-axis-of-a-customised-mechanism/11590)
**Author:** [@Design](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Design)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2024, 3:18pm UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/regarding-the-external-axis-of-a-customised-mechanism/11590 "2024-09-05T15:18:27Z")
I have 2 customised mechanical units. One is basically 3 axis robot gantry and other is a 2 axis cradle type positioner. When I create virtual controller I first include only the robot and include options like multi move… --- ## [Can't create virtual controller](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/cant-create-virtual-controller/11499)
**Author:** [@Mikael\_Olofsson](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Mikael_Olofsson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2024, 7:42am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/cant-create-virtual-controller/11499 "2024-07-10T07:42:31Z")
Hi, I have been having this problem for quite some time now. I can not create a virtual controller with RobotWare 6. However RobotWare 7 works fine. No error messages or anything. RobotStudio just quit. The last messag… --- ## [Create a virtual controller from layout using Robotware 5.61...](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/create-a-virtual-controller-from-layout-using-robotware-5-61/11508)
**Author:** [@Greg\_F](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/u/Greg_F)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2024, 8:12am UTC](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/t/create-a-virtual-controller-from-layout-using-robotware-5-61/11508 "2024-07-09T08:12:42Z")
Hi All, I created a layout with a robot and a 2 axis positioner. Then, if I try to create a virtual controller using this layout, I can only use a robotware 6.01 or later. I have robotware 5.61. available on robotstud… [Next page](https://tech-community.robotics.abb.com/tag/virtual-controller/16.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=virtual-controller)