Sensor

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TheSensor interface of theSensor APIs is the base class for all the other sensor interfaces. This interface cannot be used directly. Instead it provides properties, event handlers, and methods accessed by interfaces that inherit from it.

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When initially created, theSensor object isidle, meaning it does not take measures. Once thestart() method is called, it prepares itself to read data and, once ready, theactivate event is sent and the sensor becomesactivated. It then sends areading event each time new data is available.

In case of an error, theerror event is sent, reading stops, and theSensor object becomesidle again. Thestart() method needs to be called again before it can read further data.

Interfaces based on`Sensor`

Below is a list of interfaces based on theSensor interface.

Instance properties

Sensor.activatedRead only: Returns a boolean value indicating whether the sensor is active.
Sensor.hasReadingRead only: Returns a boolean value indicating whether the sensor has a reading.
Sensor.timestampRead only: Returns the timestamp of the latest sensor reading.