Reference for Wiring version 0024+. If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If you see any errors or have any comments, let us know.
Name |
SoftwareSerial |
Examples |
#include "SoftwareSerial.h"
int val;
SoftwareSerial port = SoftwareSerial(8, 9);
void setup() {
pinMode(8, INPUT); // rx pin
pinMode(9, OUTPUT); // tx pin
port.begin(9600); // Start serial Serial at 9600 baud
}
void loop() {
val = port.read(); // read a value and echo it
port.print(val);
} |
Description |
The SoftwareSerial class allows for creation and manipulation of software serial ports, allowing for additional serial ports besides the two hardware ports available in the Wiring I/O board. Typical baudrates are: 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400, 57600 and 115200. |
Syntax |
SoftwareSerial |
Methods |
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Returns |
None |
Usage |
Application |
Updated on November 01, 2009 08:47:29am PST