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1.4 Software Overview
Advantech offers a rich set of DLL drivers, third-party driver supports
and application software to help fully utilize the functions of your PCI-
1714 cards:
• Device Drivers (on the companion CD-ROM)
• LabVIEW driver
• ADAQView
1.4.1 Programming Choices for DA&C Cards
You may use Advantech application software such as Advantech Device
Drivers. On the other hand, advanced users may choose register-level
programming, although it is not recommended due to its laborious and
time-consuming nature.
1.4.2 Device Drivers
The Advantech Device Drivers software is included on the companion
CD-ROM. It also comes with all Advantech DA&C cards. Advantech's
device drivers feature a complete I/O function library to help boost your
application performance. The Advantech Device Drivers for Windows
98, 2000 and XP works seamlessly with development tools such as Visual
C++, Visual Basic, Borland C++ Builder and Borland Delphi.
1.4.3 Register-Level Programming
Register-level programming is reserved for experienced programmers
who find it necessary to write code directly at the level of device regis-
ters. Since register-level programming requires much effort and time, we
recommend that you use the Advantech Device Drivers instead. How-
ever, if register-level programming is necessary, you should refer to the
relevant information in Appendix C, Register Structure and Format,
or to the example codes included on the companion CD-ROM.
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