Preface
Javelin Stamp Manual v1.1
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Manual Organization
This manual was written under the assumption that the reader’s level of experience could be
anywhere between beginner and advanced embedded Java
TM
aficionado. We recommend that
you start from the beginning and work your way through this manual sequentially, especially
if you are new to both circuits and Java. Make sure to try all the examples and understand
how they work before moving on to the next. For those of you who do not fall at either end of
the spectrum, below is a condensed table of contents with comments regarding the intended
audience and uses of each chapter.
Preface
General information - discusses Javelin Stamp’s features, this manual’s format and
conventions, resources and acknowledgements.
1: Introduction
General information - about the Javelin, its uses, equipment it can be used with,
specifications, software, etc.
2: Javelin Quick Start
Recommended for all – includes step by step instructions for software installation,
hardware setup, trouble shooting, a couple of example programs, an example circuit,
and a software tour.
3: Beginners Guide to Embedded Java
TM
Programming
Recommended for Java newcomers and BASIC Stamp users - if you’ve never
programmed in Java before, read this, and try the examples!
4: Application Examples – Circuits and Programs
Recommended for embedded newcomers and BASIC Stamp users – provides good
examples for BASIC Stamp users to make the transition to Java based hardware
design, and helps those new to circuit based programming projects get their feet wet.
5: Using the Javelin Stamp IDE
Recommended for all – the Javelin Stamp IDE is a powerful tool with many useful
features.
