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Connect to ROS Device

When connecting to a ROS device, deploying a ROS node to a ROS device, or trying to start and stop nodes on a ROS device, you must specify the login credentials. The Connect to a ROS Device dialog requests the following information to connect to the ROS device.

  • Device Address — Specify the host name or IP address for the target ROS device.

  • Username — Specify the user name that is used to log into the target ROS device.

  • Password — Specify the password that is used to log into the target ROS device with the specified user name.

  • Remember my password — Select this parameter for your password to be saved for all MATLAB® sessions. If this parameter is not selected, MATLAB prompts for your password whenever a connection to the ROS device is established.

  • ROS folder — Specify the location of the ROS installation folder on the ROS device. For example: /opt/ros/indigo

  • Catkin workspace — Specify the location of the Catkin workspace folder on the ROS device. For example: ~/catkin_ws_test

By clicking the Test button, you can verify your settings. The results of the test are displayed in the Simulink® Diagnostic Viewer. Use the Diagnostic Viewer to troubleshoot any issues with connecting to your ROS device. For more information, see Systematic Diagnosis of Errors and Warnings (Simulink).

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