ASCII Command Set
The ASCII Command Set is a human-readable protocol for talking to the device over a serial port connection. It suits tasks such as debugging device drivers / performance issues, as well as device evaluation and proof of concept development.
Every command returns a response. The three response formats are described here:
The ASCII Commands are broken down into several categories.
Device
Section titled “Device”The device category includes functions which get device information, control the LED, and set the mode of operation among other things.
Buffer
Section titled “Buffer”The buffer category includes the functions necessary to read/write the internal buffer. Using the buffer is especially useful when sending predetermined multi-byte transfers, such as when reading and writing FRAM, EEPROM, and FLASH memories.
The IO category includes the functions necessary to control the pins when not being used for digital communications. Each of the available IO pins can be assigned a variety of functions such as digital input, digital output, analog input, analog output, PWM output, and other specialized functions.