[Vis5d-users] VIS5D Problem

> All,
> 
> I'm getting the message "Error:  syntax" whenever I try to perform a
> mathematical manipulation using "Make type-in expression" under "New
> Var..." of the main control panel.  For example, if I enter
> 
> TDIF=T.1-T.0
> 
> in the "Enter/edit expression:" window, another window with the message
> "Error: syntax" appears.  If I simply enter
> 
> TDIF=T-T
> 
> the error does not occur.  It appears that the syntax problem is related
> to the use of the "." in the variable identifiers.  This error is issued
> from the routine "compute.c".
> 
> Is it possible that the error occurs due to my display settings?
> Currently, I'm running vis5d on an IBM SP2 but am creating my displays on
> a PC using the X Windows server, Exceed for Windows NT Version 6.0.1.0
> from Hummingbird Communications Ltd.
> 
> It may also be important to know that this error occurs with both Vis5d
> Versions 5.1 and 5.2.  If you need additional information, please let me
> know.
> 
Anyone have any ideas.  Thanks for your help.

> Scott
> 
> Capt Scott A. Hausman, Ph.D.
> Assistant Chief
> Meteorological Models Branch (DNXM)
> Headquarters Air Force Weather Agency (HQ AFWA)
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