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[[File:Icon-Mac-OS.png‎|64x64px|link=]] On Mac OS, Phidgets can be either plugged directly into a USB Port or run over a network using the [[#Webservice|Webservice]].


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==Getting Started with macOS==
Welcome to using Phidgets with macOS!


Phidgets are designed to run on '''Mac OS 10.4 or newer''', and can run on PPC, 32-bit, and 64-bit systems.
Phidget22 is supported on '''macOS 10.11 and newer'''.


==Getting Started (Libraries and Drivers)==
To get started, install our libraries.


If this is your first Phidget, we highly recommend working through the Getting Started guide [[Device List|for your specific Phidget device]]. If you already have the Preference Pane Installed and know how to use it, then you've already followed the guide and are ready to learn more about the workings behind the Preference Pane, the Phidget Webservice, and more - all specific to Mac OS.
===Quick Downloads===
* [https://cdn.phidgets.com/downloads/phidget22/libraries/macos/Phidget22.dmg macOS Installer Download]
* [https://cdn.phidgets.com/downloads/phidget22/tools/macos/Phidget22ControlPanel.dmg macOS Standalone Control Panel]
* [https://cdn.phidgets.com/downloads/phidget22/libraries/macos/Phidget22_macosdevel.zip macOS Development Files]


If you are already a pro, and just want the drivers:
===Install===
To begin, select which version of our installer to use:
* [https://cdn.phidgets.com/downloads/phidget22/libraries/macos/Phidget22.dmg Installer]
** '''Recommended for most users.'''
** Installs Phidget development libraries globally for use in C, Java or Max.
** Includes the Phidget Control Panel and the Phidget Network Server.


*[http://www.phidgets.com/downloads/libraries/Phidget_2.1.8.20120216.dmg Mac OS Installer]
* [https://cdn.phidgets.com/downloads/phidget22/tools/macos/Phidget22ControlPanel.dmg Standalone]
** '''Optional''' for simpler setups (requires macOS 10.15 or newer).
** Self contained Application; no installer.
** Includes the Phidget Control Panel and the Phidget Network Server.


For special cases where you cannot install the Phidget installer please see the [[#Advanced Uses]] section.
Open up the installer, and double click on ''Phidgets.pkg'' to install the libraries:
* [http://www.phidgets.com/Drivers_Info.html#osx Software License]
[[File:OSX Install 1.png|link=|alt=macOS Install|center]]


==Recommended Languages==
When prompted, continue with the installation:
We recommend the following languages for OS X:
[[File:OSX Install 2.png|link=|alt=macOS Install|center]]
* [[Language - AppleScript|AppleScript]]
* [[Language - C/C++|C/C++]]
* [[Language - Cocoa | Cocoa]]
* [[Language - Flash AS3]]
* [[Language - Flex AS3]]
* [[Language - Java | Java]]
* [[Language - Max/MSP|Max/MSP]]
* [[Language - Python | Python]]
* [[Language - Ruby|Ruby]]


You can also use these languages, but they do not support [[General Phidget Programming#Event Driven Code | event driven code]], and must use [[General Phidget Programming#Logic Code | logic code]] only:
If you are using macOS 10.13 or newer you will also need to give explicit permission for the driver to function.  You can read about this here[https://developer.apple.com/library/content/technotes/tn2459/_index.html].


*[[Language - MATLAB|MATLAB]]
The Phidgets libraries are now installed on your machine. Next, let's verify that the Phidget libraries are working properly.
*[[Language - Simulink|Simulink]]


==Installing Libraries and Drivers==
===Verify===
The best way to verify that your libraries are working properly is to use the Phidget Control Panel. The Phidget Control Panel is a powerful tool that will help you develop your Phidgets applications. Get started by following the instructions below:


You can download the current version of the drivers for OS X below:


*[http://www.phidgets.com/downloads/libraries/Phidget_2.1.8.20110630.dmg OS X Drivers]
Open Finder and navigate to the Phidget Control Panel in the Applications list:
Requires Mac OS 10.4 or Higher. Supports ppc, intel 32-bit and intel 64-bit.
[[File:OSX Finder Apps.png|link=|800px|alt=macOS Finder Apps|center]]


==Phidgets Preference Pane==
Explain the control panel
The examples in the preference pane are as is, and are intended for demonstration purposes. They are not suitable for user applications.


It is important to keep in mind that when an example Phidget application is opened from the preference pane, it holds a lock on the Phidget. This prevents any other program from accessing the Phidget. Please ensure that this example application is closed(the Phidgets Preference Pane can still be running) when you are running your own applications.  
Double click on the Phidgets icon to bring up the Phidget Control Panel. You can now see all the Phidgets that are plugged into your machine, as well as any Phidgets that are on the network:
[[File:OSX ControlPanel General.png|600px|link=|alt=macOS Control Panel General|center]]


==Common Problems and Solutions==


*List relevant problems from "Common Problems and workarounds" doc
Click on the arrow beside a device to expand it so that you can see all available channels. Double click on one of these channels to open up a window that lets you interact with it.
*List common problems for this OS from support forums
[[File:OSX Control Panel Channel.png ‎|link=|alt=macOS Control Panel Channel|center]]


==Limitations==
 
List any limitations associated with running Phidgets with this OS.
The Phidget Control Panel can be used for testing devices, updating firmware, enabling a network server, and more! Visit the [[Phidget Control Panel#macOS|Phidget Control Panel]] page if you want to delve a little deeper.
 
Your Phidget is now able to communicate with your development machine. The next step is selecting a programming language so you can start to write some code!
 
==Programming==
Ready to write some code? Select one of the programming languages below:
 
{{Programming_Languages_Table}}
 
===Development Files===
If you're a developer and want to bundle the Phidget libraries with your application for distribution, download the [https://cdn.phidgets.com/downloads/phidget22/libraries/macos/Phidget22_macosdevel.zip macOS Development Files]. See the included README for more details.
 
===Older Versions===
If you need older versions of the macOS libraries, [{{SERVER}}/downloads/phidget22/libraries/macos/Phidget22/ click here].
 
===Software License===
By downloading the macOS installer you agree to adhere to the terms of the [{{SERVER}}/documentation/Licenses/Phidgets_EULA.pdf Phidgets End User License Agreement].  The Phidget libraries and development files are covered by the [https://opensource.org/licenses/BSD-3-Clause The 3-Clause BSD License].

Latest revision as of 22:44, 20 December 2024


Getting Started with macOS

Welcome to using Phidgets with macOS!

Phidget22 is supported on macOS 10.11 and newer.

To get started, install our libraries.

Quick Downloads

Install

To begin, select which version of our installer to use:

  • Installer
    • Recommended for most users.
    • Installs Phidget development libraries globally for use in C, Java or Max.
    • Includes the Phidget Control Panel and the Phidget Network Server.
  • Standalone
    • Optional for simpler setups (requires macOS 10.15 or newer).
    • Self contained Application; no installer.
    • Includes the Phidget Control Panel and the Phidget Network Server.

Open up the installer, and double click on Phidgets.pkg to install the libraries:

macOS Install

When prompted, continue with the installation:

macOS Install

If you are using macOS 10.13 or newer you will also need to give explicit permission for the driver to function. You can read about this here[1].

The Phidgets libraries are now installed on your machine. Next, let's verify that the Phidget libraries are working properly.

Verify

The best way to verify that your libraries are working properly is to use the Phidget Control Panel. The Phidget Control Panel is a powerful tool that will help you develop your Phidgets applications. Get started by following the instructions below:


Open Finder and navigate to the Phidget Control Panel in the Applications list:

macOS Finder Apps


Double click on the Phidgets icon to bring up the Phidget Control Panel. You can now see all the Phidgets that are plugged into your machine, as well as any Phidgets that are on the network:

macOS Control Panel General


Click on the arrow beside a device to expand it so that you can see all available channels. Double click on one of these channels to open up a window that lets you interact with it.

macOS Control Panel Channel


The Phidget Control Panel can be used for testing devices, updating firmware, enabling a network server, and more! Visit the Phidget Control Panel page if you want to delve a little deeper.

Your Phidget is now able to communicate with your development machine. The next step is selecting a programming language so you can start to write some code!

Programming

Ready to write some code? Select one of the programming languages below:

C C# Python Java JavaScript
C C# Python Java JavaScript
Swift Obj-C VB LabVIEW Max
Swift Obj-C VB LabVIEW Max
C C
C# C#
Python Python
Java Java
JavaScript JavaScript
Swift Swift
Objective C Objective C
VB VB
LabVIEW LabVIEW
Max Max

Development Files

If you're a developer and want to bundle the Phidget libraries with your application for distribution, download the macOS Development Files. See the included README for more details.

Older Versions

If you need older versions of the macOS libraries, click here.

Software License

By downloading the macOS installer you agree to adhere to the terms of the Phidgets End User License Agreement. The Phidget libraries and development files are covered by the The 3-Clause BSD License.

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