A software tool to develop serial communication protocols, including RS232, RS485/422, and others.
Docklight, a software product from fuh-edv.de, is an all-in-one test, analysis, and simulation tool for serial communication protocols that allows users to monitor the communication between two serial devices or to test the serial communication of a single device.
This software is easy to use and runs on any standard PC equipped with MS Windows 95/98/NT 4/2000/XP operating system. Docklight enables users to send out user-defined sequences based on the protocol used and also enables them to react to incoming sequences, making it possible to simulate the behavior of a serial communication device. This feature is particularly useful for generating test conditions that are hard to reproduce with the original device, such as problem conditions.
Docklight works with the COM communication ports provided by your operating system, which are usually RS232 SUB D9 interfaces. However, it is also possible to use Docklight for other communication standards such as RS422 and RS485, which have a different electrical design but follow the RS232 communication mechanism. Moreover, if users are developing systems that provide a CAN bus interface, then Docklight can also be used to test the CAN interface, provided they have a CAN to RS232 converter for their PC.
In conclusion, Docklight is a user-friendly software product that simplifies serial communication protocol testing, analysis, and simulation. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems and communication standards, making it a versatile tool for developers and QA professionals.
This software is easy to use and runs on any standard PC equipped with MS Windows 95/98/NT 4/2000/XP operating system. Docklight enables users to send out user-defined sequences based on the protocol used and also enables them to react to incoming sequences, making it possible to simulate the behavior of a serial communication device. This feature is particularly useful for generating test conditions that are hard to reproduce with the original device, such as problem conditions.
Docklight works with the COM communication ports provided by your operating system, which are usually RS232 SUB D9 interfaces. However, it is also possible to use Docklight for other communication standards such as RS422 and RS485, which have a different electrical design but follow the RS232 communication mechanism. Moreover, if users are developing systems that provide a CAN bus interface, then Docklight can also be used to test the CAN interface, provided they have a CAN to RS232 converter for their PC.
In conclusion, Docklight is a user-friendly software product that simplifies serial communication protocol testing, analysis, and simulation. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems and communication standards, making it a versatile tool for developers and QA professionals.
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