Using the Function Descriptions

The description of each function is structured as follows:

Purpose

States the function's purpose.

Format

Describes the function's format for the LabVIEW and C (including C++) programming languages.

Input

Lists the function's input parameters (values passed into the function).

Output

Lists the function's output parameters (values passed out of the function).

Function Description

Provides details about the function's purpose and effect.

Parameter Description

Provides details about each input/output parameter, including allowed values and their meanings.

Examples

Each function description includes sample LabVIEW and C code showing how to use the function. For more detailed examples, refer to the NI-DNET User Manual for information regarding the location of example programs for LabVIEW and C.