BASIC stamp manual v2.2

Preface
BASIC Stamp Syntax and Reference Manual 2.2 www.parallax.com Page 5
Thank you for purchasing a Parallax BASIC Stamp
®
microcontroller
module.
We have done our best to produce several full-featured, easy to
use development systems for BASIC Stamp microcontrollers. Depending
on the Starter Kit you purchased, your BASIC Stamp model, development
board and other contents will vary.
This manual is written for the latest available BASIC Stamp modules and
software as of February 2005. As the product-line evolves, new
information may become available. It is always recommended to visit the
Parallax web site, www.parallax.com, for the latest information.
This manual is intended to be a complete reference manual to the
architecture and command structure of the various BASIC Stamp models.
This manual is not meant to teach BASIC programming or electrical
design; though a person can learn a lot by paying close attention to the
details in this book.
If you have never programmed in the BASIC language or are unfamiliar
with electronics, it would be best to locate one or more of the books listed
on the following page for assistance. All are available, either to order or
to download, from www.parallax.com.
Books available in Adobe’s PDF format are published for free download
on the Parallax web site or on the CD-ROM which ships with our different
Starter Kits. Books available in print may be purchased directly from
Parallax or other distributors.
In addition, there are hundreds of great examples available on the Parallax
CD and web site (www.parallax.com). Also, Nuts & Volts Magazine
(www.nutsvolts.com / 1-800-783-4624) is a national electronic hobbyist's
magazine that features monthly articles featuring BASIC Stamp
applications. This is an excellent resource for beginners and experts alike!