Data collection through serial port

[fbizzell]

I have a need to collect some statistical data via a digital calliper connected somehow to a serial port. Anyone know of libraries that can be used with Clipper 5.2 to accomplish this?

 

[Guest_imported]

Yes,

You will require the CLIPPER TOOLS, and in this there is a callable function comrecv. This will allow you to specify things such as baud rate, parity, stop bits, etc.

 

[fbizzell]

Thanks. I will try to locate Clipper tools. I am not sure I have it. Do you know if it is still available?

 

[JavaMonkey]

Clipper tools is still available through downloads try searching on Altavista that should find it for you I have seen it somewhere.

 

[LesRedding]

Try obtaining "TELEPATHY" library from Extrasensory Software for excellent serial comms, or "FAST" lib for basic. One word of warning, CHECK THE SERIAL CABLE TO SEE WHETHER IHE SEND/RECEIVE LINES ARE CONNECTED DIRECT OR CROSSED OVER. This little trap cost me a 2,000 Km round trip (by plane) and about $1,000.oo in extra expenses a few years ago.

Les