Agilent FTIR Instrument Interface Application Programming Manual

About this manual

The document details the Agilent FTIR Instrument Interface, a set of C-callable functions provided by the FTIRInst.DLL library. This DLL allows developers to communicate with Agilent instrumentation products using high-level language interface calls compatible with Microsoft Windows platforms.

The manual covers standard data types, enumerations, and data structures used in the interface. It provides summaries and typical usage patterns for various function interfaces, including device connection methods (USB, Serial Port, Network), initialization/deinitialization, spectrum acquisition, background measurement, and status checking.

What's inside

• Overview
• Data Types and Notation
• FTIRInst DLL Summary
• Typical Usage Patterns
• Device Connection Functions
• Spectrum Acquisition Functions
• Status and Progress Checking
• OEM Non-Volatile Memory

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What languages can invoke the FTIRInst.DLL interface?

The DLL interface can be invoked from VB, C, and C# modules.

What is the return value for a successful write call?

A successful call returns the number of bytes written, which is always 128.

What error code indicates a general error?

A negative value, specifically -1, is returned for a general error.