OWON_SCPI

OWON_SCPI is a utility designed to interface with OWON XDM series multimeters using SCPI commands. It retrieves measurement data and displays it in a format suitable for integration with OBS (Open Broadcaster Software), facilitating real-time monitoring and recording.

Features

• Data Retrieval: Connects to OWON XDM multimeters via serial communication to fetch real-time measurement data.
• Visualization: Displays the acquired data graphically, allowing for intuitive monitoring.
• OBS Integration: Provides a windowed display of measurements, enabling easy capture and inclusion in OBS streams or recordings.
• Configuration: Offers customizable settings through an INI file for specifying communication parameters.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Hardware: OWON XDM series multimeter.
• Software:
  • Windows operating system.
  • OBS Studio for broadcasting or recording purposes.

Installation

1. Download the Application:

   • Navigate to the Win32 directory in this repository.
   • Download the Scpi_Inst.exe file to your local machine.

2. Configure Communication Settings:

   • Locate the config.ini file in the same directory as the executable.
   • Open the INI file with a text editor.
   • Set the COMPORT parameter to match the serial port to which your OWON multimeter is connected (e.g., COM3).

Usage

1. Launch the Application:

   • Run Scpi_Inst.exe.
   • The application will attempt to establish a connection with the multimeter using the specified COM port.

2. Display and Interaction:

   • Real-time measurement data will be displayed graphically.
   • Right-click within the plot area to access additional menu options for customization and settings.

3. Integrate with OBS:

   • In OBS Studio, add a new Window Capture source.
   • Select the window displaying the measurement data.
   • Position and resize the window capture as desired within your OBS scene.

Configuration

The application uses an INI file (config.ini) for configuration. Key parameters include:

• COMPORT: Specifies the serial port for communication (e.g., COM3).

Ensure the INI file is correctly configured before launching the application to guarantee successful communication with the multimeter.

Screenshots

Contributing

Contributions to enhance the functionality or compatibility of this utility are welcome. Please fork the repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request for review.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments

• Thanks to the contributors and the open-source community for their support and collaboration.

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Note: Ensure that your OWON multimeter is properly connected and that the correct drivers are installed on your system to facilitate communication.