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2.5 Amp Motor Controller

hi all, i saw the dj sures video on how to install 2.5 Amp Motor Controller to ez-b but i dont see a reason to solder the wires cant i just use jumper wires instead of soldering the cable to the motor controller thanks
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Utilitiesand Settings Menus

mine appear to be minimized. when I click on arrow nothing happens. Trying to set up http server.
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Dj!¡!¡!

Hi, Just wanted to ask, when are you building another robot?, if you do build another. Also, idea for ARC . Compatibility with Meccano Spykee mobile spy robot or similar ones. (Wowwee rovio mobile webcam) Just some thought up ideas. Feel free anyone else to post your ideas.
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Tip120/Tip122 Darlington Switching Circuit

hi all, what can i do with a TIP120/TIP122 Darlington switching circuit i think some people connect circuit to dc motors is it possible to run dc motors via TIP120/TIP122 Darlington switching circuit thanks
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New To Ez-Robot, Help, Getadc

I'm new to EZ robot. I have motors connected through a sabertooth 2x12A controller to my robotic joint and I have read back from a potentiometer for position. I can see the position on the graphic display and the digital voltage readout. Everything is working as expected. I then assume, that for me to control it they way that I have to, I need to...
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Which Battery For Morrepower?

Hello Forum. I want your help, to decide which battery buy for more power. BATTERIES: 1.https://www.active-robots.com/robot-parts/batteries/nimh-batteries/7-2v-5000mah-ni-mh-powerpack.html 2.https://robotstore.gr/polymer-lithium-ion-battery-2200mah-7.4v-el.html Regards SAKIS
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Phoenix Area Arcs?

Hello EZ Community, I am moving to the Phoenix area and would love to meet other ARCs. Anyone in the Phoenix area that may want to get together and work on robots? Thanks, Bret
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Parameter For Coding Error

Hello everyone. I need to add a code in the scripting manager of ARC that DJ gave me for a project I'm working on. However, I get an error message that tells me that it needs to have 1 parameter in the line of coding, but I have passed 0 parameters. What do I need to edit in the code so that it saves and works accurately? Thanks. Code: :Start IF...
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Bluetooth Error When Connected To L298n H-Bridge

Hello. my problem was solved a while ago with connecting power and functionality to my H-Bridge for the EZ-B. But now any time the H-Bridge is connected, the Bluetooth chip on the EZ-Board turns off. Whenever just the EZ-B has power and is not connected to the H-Bridge, the EZ-Board's Bluetooth turns on. I really don't understand this. It's kind of...
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Buttons And Lcd With Ez-B

hi, i have 2 questions here hope you guys can give me the answers question 1 Is it possible to add buttons to the ez-b what i mean is i am thinking of adding a serial UART lcd to the ez-b would it be possible to change values on that lcd with adding additional buttons to the ez-b and how do i do that question 2 i posted this question before but i...
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Looking At Another Cool Idea For Ezb A Robotic Mover

I see they go for about $1200 and with a ezb and motors one for cutting and a few for drive motors plus make a frame and add sensors looking at about $300 Over 15 years ago ,popular science magazine hasdd a design for robotic mower and i bought the motherboard ,but using it on a robot design, think i still have the board for parts or scrap but now...
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How To Waterproof Ez-B?

i have took a look at multiple ways to waterproof electronics but came up empty. i need to find a way to waterproof it as my ez-b will be in a rc car(outdoors) and will be exposed to moisture. Ideas: Air-tight sealed container with plastic melted around cable slots Plasta-dip any ways or tips will be apreciated