Component: GLCD Graph Creator (Graphical Library)
| Author | Matrix TSL |
| Version | 1.2 |
| Category | Graphical Library |
GLCD Graph Creator component
A component to simplify the process of drawing graphs and charts using a graphical LCD.
Detailed description
No detailed description exists yet for this component
Examples
The graph creator component must be linked to the graphical LCD using the gLCD Object property.
The X Coord, Y Coord, Width and Height component properties set the size and position of the graph on the gLCD.
In the attached example the ADC component sets the input to the graph. Every 50ms a sample is taken and added to the graph.
Any size of graph can be created. For efficiency it is best to try and stick to the following rules.
- The width should be equal to or a multiple of the number of points
- The height should be equal to or a division of the input range - Min Value 0 to Max Value 255 = input range of 256
- If Show Border is enabled then Width and Height should be as above plus 2 to account for the border pixels
Downloadable macro reference
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ExportToCSV |
| Exports the data in the graph to a CSV file. | |
 - STRING
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Filename |
| [[File:]] - | Erase |
| 0=Append to the end of existing data, 1=Erase any existing data | |
 - VOID
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Return |
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AddPoint |
| Adds a new data point to the graph. | |
| [[File:]] - | Data |
| Data Value to plot | |
 - BYTE
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Index |
| Plot Index: Range 0-7 | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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Initialise |
| Initialises the graph object on the GLCD to the specified dimensions. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ReadFontStat |
| - BYTE
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Font |
| - BYTE
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Index |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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| - STRING
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Str |
 - UINT
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X1 |
| - UINT
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Y1 |
| - BYTE
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Font |
| - BYTE
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Transparent |
| - VOID
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Return |
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SetBackgroundColour |
| - BYTE
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Pixel_Colour |
| - VOID
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Return |
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SetForegroundColour |
| - BYTE
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Pixel_Colour |
| - VOID
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Return |
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DrawRectangle |
| - UINT
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X1 |
| - UINT
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Y1 |
| - UINT
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X2 |
| - UINT
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Y2 |
| - BYTE
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Transparent |
| - BYTE
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Solid |
| - VOID
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Return |
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SetBackgroundColour |
| - BYTE
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Red |
| - BYTE
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Green |
| - BYTE
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Blue |
| - VOID
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Return |
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SetForegroundColour |
| - BYTE
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Red |
| - BYTE
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Green |
| - BYTE
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Blue |
| - VOID
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Return |
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DrawRectangle |
| - UINT
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X1 |
| - UINT
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Y1 |
| - UINT
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X2 |
| - UINT
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Y2 |
| - BYTE
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Transparent |
| - BYTE
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Solid |
| - VOID
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Return |
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GetSignalLevel |
| Returns the signal strength of the last signal received | |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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ExitCommandMode |
| Returns from command mode to allow data to be sent and received | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MIAC_Module_PushData |
| - BYTE
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Data |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ReadAddressFromBuffer |
| Reads a byte from a 16-bit Zigbee device address | |
| - BYTE
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Device |
| - BYTE
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Idx |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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SendATCommand |
| Transmits a string of values to the Zigbee module. | |
| - STRING
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Command |
| Transmits a command to the Zigbee module followed by a carriage return | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ScanNetwork |
| Scans the local network for devices and stores into a local device array. Mode = 0 store device names, mode = 1 store device addresses. Returns the number of devices found. | |
| - BYTE
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Mode |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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GetATResponse |
| Waits for a response from the Zigbee module. If the Logging parameter is set then the response is stored in memory allowing the software to read the reply. | |
| - BYTE
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Logging |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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ReceiveChar |
| Attempt to receive a byte from the Zigbee module. | |
| - BYTE
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nTimeout |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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Initialise |
| Resets and initialises the Internet E-Block. It sets up the gateway address, subnet mask, device IP address and device MAC address as defined in the properties of the Flowcode component. This macro must be called before any other TCP_IP component macros | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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Initialise |
| Resets and initialises the Internet E-Block. It sets up the gateway address, subnet mask, device IP address and device MAC address as defined in the properties of the Flowcode component. This macro must be called before any other TCP_IP component macros | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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Initialise |
| Resets and initialises the Internet E-Block. It sets up the gateway address, subnet mask, device IP address and device MAC address as defined in the properties of the Flowcode component. This macro must be called before any other TCP_IP component macros | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MODPMSHAPE |
| Sets PM waveform shape to; 0 = SINE, 1 = SQUARE, 2 = RAMPUP, 3 = RAMPDN, 4 = TRIANG, 5 = NOISE, 6 = DC, 7 = SINC, 8 = EXPRISE, 9 = LOGRISE, 10 = ARB1, 11 = ARB2, 12 = ARB3, 13= ARB4. | |
| - BYTE
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Shape |
| Sets PM waveform shape (1 = SINE, 2 = SQUARE, 3 = RAMPUP, 4 = RAMPDN, 5 = TRIANG, 6 = NOISE, 7 = DC, 8 = SINC, 9 = EXPRISE, 10 = LOGRISE, 11 = ARB1, 12 = ARB2, 13 = ARB3, 14= ARB4). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ARB4 |
| Loads the binary-data to an existing arbitrary waveform memory location ARB4. | |
| - BYTE
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Waveform |
| - VOID
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Return |
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CLKSRRet |
| Returns the clock source <INT> or <EXT>. | |
| [[File:]] - | Return |
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MODPMDEV |
| Sets PM waveform deviation to <nrf> degrees. (Lower limit: -360° - Upper limit: 360°). | |
| [[File:]] - | Degrees |
| Sets PM waveform deviation in degrees (-360 - 360). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MSTLOCK |
| Sends signal to SLAVE generator to get synchronised | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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HILVL |
| Sets the amplitude-high-level to <nrf> Volts. (Lower limit: -0.490 V - Upper limit: 5.000 V). | |
| [[File:]] - | HighLevel |
| Sets the amplitude-high-level in Volts(V) (-0.490 V - 5.000 V). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ARB3 |
| Loads the binary-data to an existing arbitrary waveform memory location ARB3. | |
| - UINT
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Waveform |
| - VOID
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Return |
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WAVE |
| Sets the waveform type. 0 = SINE, 1 = SQUARE, 2 = RAMP, 3 = TRIANG, 4 = PULSE, 5 = NOISE, 6 = ARB | |
| - BYTE
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WaveType |
| 0 = SINE, 1 = SQUARE, 2 = RAMP, 3 = TRIANG, 4 = PULSE, 5 = NOISE, 6 = ARB. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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CALADJ |
| Adjust the selected calibration value by <nrf> (Lower limit: -100 - Upper limit: 100). | |
| [[File:]] - | Calibrate |
| Adjust the selected calibration value (-100 - 100). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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STBRet |
| Returns the value of the Status Byte Register in <nr1> numeric format. | |
| - BYTE
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Return |
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ARB2 |
| Loads the binary-data to an existing arbitrary waveform memory location ARB2. | |
| - UINT
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Waveform |
| - VOID
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Return |
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EERRet |
| Query and clear execution error number register. | |
| - STRING
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Return |
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MODFMSRC |
| Sets FM waveform source to; 0 INT, 1 = EXT. | |
| [[File:]] - | Source |
| Sets FM waveform source (0 = INT, 1 = EXT). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MODAMFREQ |
| Sets AM waveform frequency to <nrf> Hz. (Lower limit: 1uHz - Upper limit: 20kHz). | |
| [[File:]] - | Frequency |
| Sets AM waveform frequency in Hertz(Hz) (1uHz - 20kHz). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ESE |
| Sets the Standard Event Status Enable Register to the value of <nrf>. | |
| - BYTE
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Value |
| Value of register 0-255 | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ARB1 |
| Loads the binary-data to an existing arbitrary waveform memory location ARB1. | |
| - UINT
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Waveform |
| 16 Bit binary number for arbitrary waveform. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ARB4DEFRet |
| Returns user specified waveform name, waveform pint interpolation state and waveform length of ARB4. | |
| - STRING
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Return |
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CLS |
| Clears status byte register of the interface. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MSTRELOCK |
| Resynchronises the two generators in MASTER-SLAVE mode. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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NOISLVL |
| Sets the output noise level to <nr1> %. (Lower limit: 0% - Upper limit: 50%) | |
| - BYTE
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Percent |
| Sets the output noise level in percent. (0 - 50) | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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LOCKMODE |
| Sets the synchronising mode to; 0 = MASTER, 1 = SLAVE, 2 = INDEP. | |
| - BYTE
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Mode |
| Sets the synchronising mode (0 = MASTER, 1 = SLAVE, 2 = INDEP). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ADDRESSRet |
| Returns the instruments address | |
| [[File:]] - | Return |
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MODPMSRC |
| Sets PM waveform source to; 0 INT, 1 = EXT. | |
| [[File:]] - | Source |
| Sets PM waveform source (0 = INT, 1 = EXT). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MODPWMSRC |
| Sets PWM waveform source to; 0 = INT, 1 = EXT. | |
| [[File:]] - | Source |
| Sets PWM waveform source (0 = INT, 1 = EXT). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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MOD |
| Sets modulation to; 0 = OFF, 1 = AM, 2 = FM, 3 = PM, 4 = FSK, 5 = PWM. | |
| - BYTE
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Modulation |
| Sets modulation (0 = OFF, 1 = AM, 2 = FM, 3 = PM, 4 = FSK, 5 = PWM). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ISTRet |
| Returns IST local message as defined by IEEE Std. 488.2. The syntax of the response is 0<rmt>, if the local message is false, or 1<rmt>, if the local message is true. | |
| [[File:]] - | Return |
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LRNRet |
| Returns the complete setup of the instrument as a binary data block | |
| [[File:]] - | Return |
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OPCRet |
| Query Operation Complete status. The response is always 1<rmt> and will be available immediately the command is executed because all commands are sequential. | |
| [[File:]] - | Return |
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SWPTYPE |
| Sets the sweep type to; 0 = LINUP, 1 = LINDN, 2 = LINUPDN, 3 = LINDNUP, 4 = LOGUP, 5 = LOGDN, 6 = LOGUPDN, 7 = LOGDNUP. | |
| - BYTE
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Type |
| Set the sweep type (0 = LINUP, 1 = LINDN, 2 = LINUPDN, 3 = LINDNUP, 4 = LOGUP, 5 = LOGDN, 6 = LOGUPDN, 7 = LOGDNUP). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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PULSRANGE |
| Sets PWM waveform source to <1>, <2> or <3>; 1 = 1, 2 = 2, 3 = 3. | |
| - BYTE
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Range |
| Sets the pulse rise and fall range. (1, 2 or 3) | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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TSTRet |
| The generator has no self test capability and the response is always 0 <rmt>. | |
| [[File:]] - | Return |
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BSTTRGPOL |
| Sets the burst trigger slope to; 0 = POS, 1 = NEG. | |
| [[File:]] - | Slope |
| Set the burst trigger slope (0 = POS, 1 = NEG). | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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ARB3Ret |
| Returns the binary-data from an existing abbitrary wavefrom memory location. | |
| - UINT
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Return |
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BSTPHASE |
| Sets the burst phase to <nrf> degrees. (Lower limit: -360 - Upper limit: 360) | |
| [[File:]] - | Degrees |
| Sets the burst phase in degrees (-360 - 360) | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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IDNRet |
| Returns the instrument identification. The IDN is saved to the variable passed from the function 'ReturnIDN'. The return parameter is TRUE when the IDN is successfully returned. | |
| - STRING
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ReturnIDN |
| - STRING
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Return |
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SWPTRGPER |
| Sets the sweep trigger period to <nrf> seconds | |
| [[File:]] - | Seconds |
| Set the sweep trigger period in seconds. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
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PULSDLY |
| Sets the waveform delay to <nrf> sec | |
| [[File:]] - | Sec |
| - VOID
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Return |
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Initialise |
| Opens the COM port ready for communications. | |
| - VOID
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Return |
Property reference
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Properties |
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gLCD Object |
| Graphical LCD Object to draw the graph on | |
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ColourDisplay |
| Automatically detects if the graphical LCD object is colour or monochrome | |
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X Coord |
| X coordinate for the top left of the graph container rectangle | |
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Y Coord |
| Y coordinate for the top left of the graph container rectangle | |
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Width |
| Horizontal size of the graph in pixels | |
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Height |
| Vertical size of the graph in pixels | |
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Number Of Plots |
| Determines the number of plots that can be displayed simultaneously on the graph. Monochrome displays can only support a single plot. | |
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Number Of Points |
| Number of data points the graph can store, multiplied by the number of plots. | |
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Scrolling |
| Controls how data is drawn onto the display. Scrolling is useful for slower data where you want a constant plot with the right hand side always being the latest data. None scrolling is useful for faster data such as audio snippets. | |
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Graph Style |
| Controls the graph draw style. Point - Draws a single point Line - Draws a line from the last point to the new point | |
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Min Value |
| Value to represent the bottom Y axis on the graph | |
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Max Value |
| Value to represent the top Y axis on the graph | |
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Show Border |
| Decides if a border for the graph is generated | |
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Show Grid |
| Decides if a X or Y grid is shown for the graph | |
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Background Colour |
| Determines the graph background colour. | |
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Plot 0 Colour |
| Determines the graph plot colour. | |
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Connections |
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Simulations |