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Handling Global Variable To Continue Loop

Hello, I need some help with JavaScript in ARC robotics programming. I have a script that runs perfectly but requires an adjustment to handle exceptions without stopping entirely. Here’s a summary of how the script currently operates: - The script loops every 15 minutes (900,000 milliseconds). - It uses ControlCommand to start three separate...
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Disable While Moving Explanation

In the settings section of the Personality Generator skill in Synthiam ARC, there is a checkbox labeled "Disable While Moving" located just below the timing interval settings. Can someone explain what happens when this box is checked? Specifically, does it pause all other scripts within this skill while a current script is executing, or...
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Using The EZB Stress Test And Results

Using The EZB Stress Test And Results

I am using the EZB Stress Test Robot Skill in Synthiam ARC. The instructions for the skill detail physically placing a jumper on the TX/RX pins on...
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EZ-B Connection Disconnection Issue

In a separate thread, I've discussed the disconnection issues I'm experiencing between the ARC software and my new V4/2 EZ-B. The connection drops occur approximately every 2 to 5 hours. Upon reviewing the Debug log in ARC, I've noticed the following log entries: Attempting connection on COM4 Connected to COM4 at 256000 Reports EZB v4 OS With Comm...
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EZB Connections Controlcommand Support Query

I have a question regarding the EZB Connections robot skill in Synthiam ARC. Does this skill support the use of ControlCommand within scripts? I noticed there is no list of available ControlCommands under the Cheat Sheet section of the script tab. Would appreciate some guidance.
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Cannot Find Stress Test Skill

Cannot Find Stress Test Skill

I would like to use this stress test but it is not showing up in the add new robot skill.  I am running the latest version of ARC.  Am I looking in the wrong...
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Smooth Playback For C-3PO Animations

I am working on my C-3PO head again this year, trying to bring it back to life with holiday songs. I'm using the Sound Servo and Soundboard V4 features in Synthiam's ARC software to animate the head while Star Wars-themed Christmas music plays. The sound file is being played through a speaker located inside the C-3PO head. However, I am...
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Reducing Speech Recognition Latency Tips

I am currently using the "Bing Speech Recognition" skill in the Synthiam ARC environment and am looking for ways to reduce the latency between when speech input ends and when the text is processed and available. At the moment, there's approximately a 7-second delay when utilizing a "max recording length" of 5 seconds. I am...
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Using USB Camera With ARC

Good afternoon, Is it possible to use a USB camera with Synthiam's ARC software? If it is indeed possible, could you please guide me on where I might locate the necessary drivers or software required for the camera's operation within ARC? Kind regards, Phil
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EZB Version Number Discrepancy

I have a question regarding the "EZB Stress Test" robot skill. I noticed in recent updates that this skill now reports the connected EZB's version number. I am currently testing a new EZB using this skill, which I recently purchased. Upon connection and initiating the skill, the reported version is "V4 x/1." However, the labels...
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Obtaining Openai API Key Guidance

I'm attempting to get the Autonomous AI Skill functioning within Synthiam ARC. I understand that I'll need an API key from OpenAI, but I'm unsure of the exact process or what specific type of key to request. Could someone guide me on how to properly obtain and set up this API key for use with the Autonomous AI Skill?
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Drone Camera Connection Error

How can I add the camera when using the AR Parrot Drone Robot Skill in Synthiam ARC? I am currently facing an issue with the "AR Parrot Drone Movement" skill. Whenever I try to activate the drone's camera, I encounter an error message indicating that the camera device is not found. Below is the detailed exception information for further...