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4. Software Programming Overview
This chapter gives you an overview of the software programming
choices available and a quick reference to source code examples that
can help you during programming. After following the instructions
given in
Chapter 2
, it is hoped that you feel comfortable enough to
proceed further.
Programming choices for DAS cards:
You may use Advantech application software such as the Advantech
DLL driver to program your DAS cards. Advanced users may also
wish to choose register-level programming, although this is not
recommended due to its laborious and time-consuming nature.
4.1 Programming Choices
DLL Driver
The Advantech DLL Drivers software is included on the companion
CD-ROM. It also comes with all Advantech DAS cards. Advantech’s
DLL driver features a complete I/O function library to help boost your
application performance. The Advantech DLL driver for
Windows
95/98/NT/2000/XP
works seamlessly with development tools such as
Visual C++, Visual Basic, Borland C++ Builder and Borland Delphi.
Register-level Programming
Summary of Contents for MIC-3716
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