start_continuous_sw_trigger#
- SHFQC.start_continuous_sw_trigger(*, num_triggers: int, wait_time: float) None [source]#
Issues a specified number of software triggers.
Issues a specified number of software triggers with a certain wait time in between. The function guarantees reception and proper processing of all triggers by the device, but the time between triggers is non-deterministic by nature of software triggering. Only use this function for prototyping and/or cases without strong timing requirements.
- Parameters:
num_triggers (int) – Number of triggers to be issued
wait_time (float) – Time between triggers in seconds
- Return type:
None