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Mparadis at 14:21, 7 June 2017

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	* <b>{{Code\|setup.py}}</b> is used to install the Phidget module into the standard location for third party Python modules. On typical Python environments, this setup will install the Phidget Python module in the {{Code\|site-packages}} directory.		* <b>{{Code\|setup.py}}</b> is used to install the Phidget module into the standard location for third party Python modules. On typical Python environments, this setup will install the Phidget Python module in the {{Code\|site-packages}} directory.

	If you do not want to use our installer, you can download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/libraries/Phidget21-windevel.zip {{Code\|phidget21.dll}}] and refer to our [[OS - Windows\|Windows page]] for manual installation instructions.		If you do not want to use our installer, you can download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/libraries/windows/Phidget21-windevel.zip {{Code\|phidget21.dll}}] and refer to our [[OS - Windows\|Windows page]] for manual installation instructions.

	The first thing you will have to do is to [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \|install the {{Code\|Phidget Python Module}}]].		The first thing you will have to do is to [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \|install the {{Code\|Phidget Python Module}}]].
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	===Installing the Phidget Python Module===		===Installing the Phidget Python Module===

	Please start by downloading [{{SERVER}}/downloads/libraries/PhidgetsPython.zip Phidget Python Module]. After extracting the file, open up a command line terminal, traverse to the directory containing {{Code\|setup.py}} and enter the following to install the Phidget Python module into the Python environment.		Please start by downloading [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/libraries/any/PhidgetsPython.zip Phidget Python Module]. After extracting the file, open up a command line terminal, traverse to the directory containing {{Code\|setup.py}} and enter the following to install the Phidget Python module into the Python environment.

	<div class="source">		<div class="source">
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	Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}}		Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}}

	Now, open up a command line prompt and navigate to the directory of the example folder.		Now, open up a command line prompt and navigate to the directory of the example folder.
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	Please see the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] on how to add a reference to your particular Phidget.		Please see the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip examples] on how to add a reference to your particular Phidget.

	The project now has access to the Phidget function calls and you are ready to begin coding.		The project now has access to the Phidget function calls and you are ready to begin coding.
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	Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} Now, open the example in the IDLE editor.		Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} Now, open the example in the IDLE editor.

	The only thing left to do is to run the examples! Click on Run → Run Module.		The only thing left to do is to run the examples! Click on Run → Run Module.
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	Please see the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] on how to add a reference to your particular Phidget.		Please see the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip examples] on how to add a reference to your particular Phidget.

	The project now has access to the Phidget function calls and you are ready to begin coding.		The project now has access to the Phidget function calls and you are ready to begin coding.
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	1. Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		1. Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	2. Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} You will need this example source code to be imported into your project later on.		2. Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} You will need this example source code to be imported into your project later on.

	3. Next, a new project will need to be created. Generate a new PyDev project with a descriptive name such as PhidgetTest.		3. Next, a new project will need to be created. Generate a new PyDev project with a descriptive name such as PhidgetTest.
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	Please see the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] on how to add a reference to your particular Phidget.		Please see the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip examples] on how to add a reference to your particular Phidget.

	The project now has access to the Phidget function calls and you are ready to begin coding.		The project now has access to the Phidget function calls and you are ready to begin coding.
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	The next step is to install the Phidget Python module. Download it here:		The next step is to install the Phidget Python module. Download it here:
	* [{{SERVER}}/downloads/libraries/PhidgetsPython.zip Phidget Python Module]		* [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/libraries/any/PhidgetsPython.zip Phidget Python Module]

	Then, unpack the module and enter the root of the newly unzipped directory. There will be a script in the base directory called {{Code\|setup.py}}. This is used the same way as most other distributed Python modules - from a command line type:		Then, unpack the module and enter the root of the newly unzipped directory. There will be a script in the base directory called {{Code\|setup.py}}. This is used the same way as most other distributed Python modules - from a command line type:
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	First, download the examples:		First, download the examples:
	*[{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip Phidget Python Examples]		*[{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip Phidget Python Examples]

	Unpack them, and enter the root directory. You will find examples specific to each Phidget device, as well as a {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} example. The {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} code is probably the easiest example to run as it will work with any Phidget device. Or you can use the example specific to your Phidget. {{FindYourDevice}}		Unpack them, and enter the root directory. You will find examples specific to each Phidget device, as well as a {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} example. The {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} code is probably the easiest example to run as it will work with any Phidget device. Or you can use the example specific to your Phidget. {{FindYourDevice}}
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	The next step is to install the Phidget Python module. Download it here:		The next step is to install the Phidget Python module. Download it here:
	* [{{SERVER}}/downloads/libraries/PhidgetsPython.zip Phidget Python Module]		* [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/libraries/any/PhidgetsPython.zip Phidget Python Module]

	Then, unpack the module and enter the root of the newly unzipped directory. There will be a script in the base directory called {{Code\|setup.py}}. This is used the same way as most other distributed Python modules - from a command line type:		Then, unpack the module and enter the root of the newly unzipped directory. There will be a script in the base directory called {{Code\|setup.py}}. This is used the same way as most other distributed Python modules - from a command line type:
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	First, download the examples:		First, download the examples:
	*[{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip Phidget Python Examples]		*[{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget21/examples/python/Python.zip Phidget Python Examples]

	Unpack them, and enter the root directory. You will find examples specific to each Phidget device, as well as a {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} example. The {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} code is probably the easiest example to run as it will work with any Phidget device. Or you can use the example specific to your Phidget. {{FindYourDevice}}		Unpack them, and enter the root directory. You will find examples specific to each Phidget device, as well as a {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} example. The {{Code\|HelloWorld.py}} code is probably the easiest example to run as it will work with any Phidget device. Or you can use the example specific to your Phidget. {{FindYourDevice}}

Mparadis: /* Use Our Examples */

2014-07-02T14:41:29Z

Use Our Examples

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	1. Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		1. Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	2. Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#~~All Operating Systems: The examples produces an error while running in a Python 2.5 environment~~. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} You will need this example source code to be imported into your project later on.		2. Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} You will need this example source code to be imported into your project later on.

	3. Next, a new project will need to be created. Generate a new PyDev project with a descriptive name such as PhidgetTest.		3. Next, a new project will need to be created. Generate a new PyDev project with a descriptive name such as PhidgetTest.

Mparadis: /* Use Our Examples */

2014-07-02T14:41:10Z

Use Our Examples

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	Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#~~All_Operating_Systems:_The_examples_produce_an_error_while_running_in_a_Python_2.5_environment~~. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} Now, open the example in the IDLE editor.		Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} Now, open the example in the IDLE editor.

	The only thing left to do is to run the examples! Click on Run → Run Module.		The only thing left to do is to run the examples! Click on Run → Run Module.

Mparadis: /* Use Our Examples */

2014-07-02T14:40:15Z

Use Our Examples

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	Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#~~Common Problems and Solutions/Workarounds~~. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}}		Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common_Problems_and_Solutions.2FWorkarounds \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}}

	Now, open up a command line prompt and navigate to the directory of the example folder.		Now, open up a command line prompt and navigate to the directory of the example folder.

Burley: /* Use Our Examples */

2014-07-02T14:34:59Z

Use Our Examples

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	Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#~~All Operating Systems: The examples produces an error while running in a Python 2.5 environment~~. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}}		Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#Common Problems and Solutions/Workarounds. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}}

	Now, open up a command line prompt and navigate to the directory of the example folder.		Now, open up a command line prompt and navigate to the directory of the example folder.

Burley: /* Use Our Examples */

2014-07-02T14:32:49Z

Use Our Examples

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	Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.		Please ensure that the Phidget Python Module is [[#Installing the Phidget Python Module \| installed]] onto your system.

	Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#~~All Operating Systems~~: ~~The examples produces an error while running in a Python 2~~.~~5 environment~~. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} Now, open the example in the IDLE editor.		Next, download the [{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip examples] and unpack them into a folder. While these examples were written in Python 3.0, they are also compatible with Python 2.5 (with a [[#All_Operating_Systems:_The_examples_produce_an_error_while_running_in_a_Python_2.5_environment. \| minor modification]]). It is probably best to start with the HelloWorld program, which will work with any Phidget. There is also an example file for your specific Phidget device. {{FindYourDevice}} Now, open the example in the IDLE editor.

	The only thing left to do is to run the examples! Click on Run → Run Module.		The only thing left to do is to run the examples! Click on Run → Run Module.

Burley: /* Windows (2000/XP/Vista/7) */

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Windows (2000/XP/Vista/7)

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	*[[#Linux \| Linux]] (including PhidgetSBC)		*[[#Linux \| Linux]] (including PhidgetSBC)

	==Windows (~~2000/~~XP/Vista/7)==		==Windows (XP/Vista/7/8)==

	===Description of Library===		===Description of Library===

Burley: /* Introduction */

2012-11-08T17:22:39Z

Introduction

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	{{LanguageSupport\|Python\|the complete Phidget API, including events\|all Phidget devices.\|Windows, OS X and Linux. We provide instructions on how to set up your environment for [[#Command line \| command line]], [[#IDLE \| IDLE]], and [[#Eclipse with PyDev \| Eclipse with PyDev]]\|		{{LanguageSupport\|Python\|the complete Phidget API, including events\|all Phidget devices.\|Windows, OS X and Linux. We provide instructions on how to set up your environment for [[#Command line \| command line]], [[#IDLE \| IDLE]], and [[#Eclipse with PyDev \| Eclipse with PyDev]]\|

	Only Python 2.5 or higher is supported.}}		Only Python 2.5 or higher is supported (2.6 on Mac).}}

	==Quick Downloads==		==Quick Downloads==

Burley: /* Step Four: Close and Delete */

2012-08-08T17:40:43Z

Step Four: Close and Delete

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	{{MoreHowTos}}		{{MoreHowTos}}

	The ''complete'' set of functions you have available for all Phidgets can be found in the [{{SERVER}}/documentation/PythonDoc.zip Python API]. You can also find more description on any device-specific function in the Device API page for your specific Phidget, which can be found on its ~~product page on our~~ [~~{{SERVER}} main website~~].		The ''complete'' set of functions you have available for all Phidgets can be found in the [{{SERVER}}/documentation/PythonDoc.zip Python API]. You can also find more description on any device-specific function in the Device API page for your specific Phidget, which can be found in its [[:Category:UserGuide\|user guide]].

	==Common Problems and Solutions/Workarounds==		==Common Problems and Solutions/Workarounds==

Cora: /* Quick Downloads */

2012-06-29T20:33:35Z

Quick Downloads

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	{{QuickDownloads\|Python\|		{{QuickDownloads\|Python\|
	{{APIQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/documentation/PythonDoc.zip}}\|		{{APIQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/documentation/PythonDoc.zip}}
			{{ExtraAPIQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/documentation/web/PythonDoc/Phidgets.html\|HTML Version of}}\|
	{{ExampleQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip\|}}\|		{{ExampleQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/downloads/examples/Python.zip\|}}\|
	{{ExtraLibraryQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/downloads/libraries/PhidgetsPython.zip\|Python\|}}		{{ExtraLibraryQuickDownloads\|{{SERVER}}/downloads/libraries/PhidgetsPython.zip\|Python\|}}
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	{{LinuxQuickDownloads}}		{{LinuxQuickDownloads}}
	}}		}}

	==Getting started with Python==		==Getting started with Python==