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changing power readout on the graphical interface, without the need for further
programming intervention.
The APT ActiveX Controls collection provides a rich set of graphical user panels and
programmable interfaces allowing users and client application developers to interact
seamlessly with the APT hardware. Each of the APT controllers has an associated
ActiveX Control and these are described fully in system online help. Note that the
APTUser and APTConfig utilities take advantage of and are built on top of the
powerful functionality provided by the APT ActiveX Server (as shown in Fig. 2.2).
Fig. 2.2 System Architecture Diagram
Refer to the main APT Software online help file,
APTServer.hlp
(available from the
Windows Start menu), for a complete programmers guide and reference material on
using the APT ActiveX Controls collection. Additional software developer support is
provided by the APT Support pages included on the software installation CD supplied
with every APT controller. This CD contains a complete range of tutorial samples and
coding hints and tips, together with handbooks for all the APT controllers.
2.3.5 Software Upgrades
Thorlabs operate a policy of continuous product development and may issue software
upgrades as necessary.
Detailed instructions on installing upgrades are included on the APT Software
CD ROM.
