Applications - Digi LTS 32 User Manual

Applications

Additional configurable applications are accessed from the main menu under Applications. Some
devices have an Applications link under Configuration.
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Python program management
Digi incorporates a Python development environment into ConnectPort LTS products. Python is a
dynamic, object-oriented language that can be used for developing a wide range of software
applications, from simple programs to more complex embedded applications. It includes extensive
libraries and works well with other languages. A true open-source language, Python runs on a wide
range of operating systems, such as Windows, Linux/Unix, Mac OS X, OS/2, Amiga, Palm
Handhelds, and Nokia mobile phones. Python has also been ported to Java and .NET virtual
machines. Unlike proprietary embedded development platforms, Digi's integration of the universal
Python programming language allows customers a truly open standard for complete control of
connections to devices, the manipulation of data, and event based actions.
Recommended distribution of Python interpreter
The current version of the Python interpreter embedded in the ConnectPort LTS is 2.6.2. Please use
modules known to be compatible with this version of the Python language only.
Software development resources
Digi provides several resources to help you get started developing software solutions in Python:
Digi Python Programming Guide
This guide introduces the Python programming language by showing how to create and run a simple
Python program. It reviews Python modules, particularly modules with Digi-specific behavior. It
describes how to load and run Python programs onto Digi devices, either through the command-line
or web user interfaces, and how to run several sample Python programs. Find this guide at the Digi
Python Wiki page--in the Start Here section, click the link titled
Digi Python Programmer's Guide http://www.digi.com/wiki/developer/index.php/Python_Wiki
General Python programming language is available at http://www.python.org/
Click the Documentation link.
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