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GENIE Programming
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Editor is our free software for creating and
downloading programs onto a programmable GENIE,
supporting both graphical flowcharts and a more powerful text-based
BASIC
programming language. |
For those teachers or
pupils without prior knowledge of programming or electronics
that are looking for more assistance, we suggest our
Circuit Wizard 3 software, with its in-built classroom
resources and
support for designing, modelling and making. |
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 Software
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version 2.1
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To learn how to download the free
GENIE Programming Editor software, click on the Select button
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Questions
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You will find below answers to
some of the most frequently asked questions relating to the
GENIE
Programming
Editor software. |
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Does the GENIE Programming Editor
replace GENIE Design Studio? |
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Yes. GENIE Design Studio is our older
free programming software. The GENIE Programming Editor is
essentially version 2 of that software. |
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How can I update my existing
GENIE programming software? |
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Click here for
information on updating your existing GENIE Design Studio
or GENIE Programming Editor software to the latest version. |
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What new features are in this
version? |
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The new GENIE Programming Editor supports
our latest (version 2) GENIE microcontrollers.
It also includes
GENIE BASIC programming in addition to the existing graphical
flowchart programming. |
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Does the GENIE
Programming Editor allow me to model my GENIE circuits
or help with the design of my project? |
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No. For designing, modelling and
support for CAD/CAM output, you will need Circuit
Wizard 3 instead. Circuit Wizard 3
also includes a Resource Centre that
provides comprehensive resources for including GENIE
within your projects. |
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What computer do I need to run
the GENIE Programming Editor? |
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You will need a PC with an x86 processor
and Microsoft Windows XP or later. |
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Is it true that the GENIE Programming Editor is
free to use? |
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Yes. The GENIE Programming Editor is completely free for
educational use at home, school or college. It also supports
network
installation (pdf link). |
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What about commercial use? |
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The GENIE Programming Editor software
is strictly licensed for non-commercial use only. You may
not use the software for retail or commercial gain. |
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Where can I purchase the GENIE
range of hardware? |
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To see how to order GENIE parts, please
visit our Sales page. |
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Can I use my existing PICAXE® serial
cable, USB cable or circuits? |
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Yes, GENIE is fully compatible
with your existing PICAXE® cables (though note that you
will need to use the PICAXE® cable's device driver).
Also, since GENIE microcontrollers are pin compatible with
PICAXE® microcontrollers,
you can make use of your existing circuit and PCB layout
designs. |
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