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== Test Categories ==
Tests are grouped according to the sections in the RDM Categories/Parameter ID Defines table in the E1.20 document.  There are some extra categories for specific behavior like error  conditions and sub device handling.
== Test States ==
There are four possible result states for a test:
; Passed
: The responder replied with the expected result
; Failed
: The responder failed to reply, or replied with an un-expected result
; Not Run
: This test wasn't run because the responder doesn't support the required functionality or a previous test failed.
; Broken
: An internal error occurred, this indicates a programming error or an error with the test rig.
== Log Messages ==
;Warnings
:Warnings indicate behavior that doesn't match the standard, but is unlikely to cause usability issues. Warnings are printed in the summary section of the test output.
;Advisory Messages
:Advisory messages indicate issues that are not covered by the standard but are likely to cause problems i.e a sensor temperature out side of the stated scale range.

Revision as of 17:11, 9 November 2012

As part of the Open Lighting Project we've developed a suite of tests for RDM responders. This enables manufacturers to check how well a RDM device conforms to the E1.20 specification. The tests cases are written in Python, and use the Open Lighting Architecture to communicate with devices.

Have a question? Ask on the RDM Test Group.

Supported Devices

The following RDM Controller devices are supported:


Downloading & Installing the Test Software

The tests are built on top of the Open Lighting Architecture which runs on Mac OS, Linux and FreeBSD. If you're a Windows user, the easiest way to get started is to use the Raspberry Pi (instructions). It's a $35 embedded linux computer and you can run all the tests through a web browser without ever having to log in.

For Mac, Linux & FreeBSD users, follow the OLA Installation Instructions. If you're installing from source you need to add --enable-rdm-tests when running ./configure . If you use Debian or Ubuntu packages make sure you install the ola-rdm-tests package. The tests are quite stable at this point, so unless you have a reason to use the Git version I'd stick to using the monthly releases.


Running the Tests

The tests can be run from either the command line or a web browser. If you're new to using the command line we suggest you use the Web UI. It can do everything the command line tests can do.

Useful Links:


Interpreting the Output

See the Guide to Interpreting Test Output.

Test Coverage

As of 7th July 2012 the following PIDs in E1.20 aren't tested:

  • STATUS_MESSAGES
  • STATUS_ID_DESCRIPTION
  • SUB_DEVICE_STATUS_REPORT_THRESHOLD
  • RESET_DEVICE
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