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A PPENDIX I Program Examples
Programming Examples
INTRODUCTION TO DSO SOFTWARE TOOLS
Although the X-Stream DSOs are unrivalled in their ability to process data internally, they are sometimes
required to send information to the outside world. For this purpose, LeCroy provides tools that facilitate
remote interaction with the instruments. This appendix describes two types of software.
The first type is provided in executable form, to enable users to make a quick start with remote control. This
group includes examples in ActiveDSO
®
.
The second type is provided in source code, to provide programmers with simple examples for development.
Some of these use ActiveDSO as well.
EXECUTABLE PROGRAMS
These are available on the CD-ROM which is shipped with the instruments, and on LeCroy’s Web site, at
http://www.lecroy.com/tm/library/software/
.
ActiveDSO Based on Microsoft’s ActiveX control technology, ActiveDSO gives leverage to widely available
Microsoft software tools, and makes programming within the Microsoft environment easier. ActiveDSO
simplifies the computer’s interface with the instrument, and simplifies programming within Visual C++, Visual
Basic, or any other ActiveX compatible application. For example, Microsoft Excel can be used to control and
retrieve data directly from the X-Stream DSO. This tool, therefore, becomes part of the target application and
provides seamless access to the full power of the instrument.
Other Software For users of LabVIEW, VI’s are available for most LeCroy DSOs.
Executable programs can be found on LeCroy’s Web site at http://www.lecroy.com/tm/library/software/
.