FAQ Archives - Docklight

Ask the AI: How do I calculate a checksum for a RS232 data connection and which tools can be helpful?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq106 # EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a ChatGPT answer...
Ask the AI: Can you name three popular serial communications testing tools for Windows? Can you give me an overview of each of them?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq107 # EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a ChatGPT answer...
I am using Docklight in Send/Receive mode. How can I add a time stamp before every new message / data packet / telegram in the incoming RX data?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq108 By default, a new date/time stamp is only...
My Docklight projects contain a larger amount of Send Sequences / Receives Sequences. How can I organize / sort / group / bulk edit such Docklights projects, e.g. by using ExCel?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq109 We have created a Microsoft ExCel macro workbook...
Ask the AI: Which Open Source alternatives to Docklight can your recommend? Can I use Docklight for free for basic RS232 or TCP/IP testing?
Applies to: Serial Communication Testing (RS232 and TCP/IP), Article ID: dl_faq110 # EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a Microsoft/Bing Copilot...
How can I communicate with (or simulate) a device that supports SCPI commands?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq059 SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) is a...
Does Docklight support a “Dark Theme” or Dark Mode?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq064 Starting with V2.5, Docklight and Docklight Scripting will...
How can I get a list of available COM ports on my PC?
Applies to: Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq060 Use DL.GetEnvironment(“DOCKLIGHT_PORTLIST”) to obtain a list of COM ports available...
How can I paste HEX array data from C or Python code to a Send or Receive sequence? The current version does not accept programmer-style hex formats like “0x3f”.
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting V2.5, Article ID: dl_faq065 The upcoming V2.5 versions include an improved hex and...
Do you offer discounts for educational/school/academic/university uses (EDU licensing)?
Applies to: Docklight and Docklight Scripting (all versions), Article ID: dl_faq061 We are happy to offer the following EDU...

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