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Default File Storage Address For BLOCKLY Files

Hi DJ, just a brief question: How can I change the default file address for storing / loading BLOCKLY files within ARC ? I need to store and load them in / from my central server, since - over the time - I am working on three different computers and always updating new software versions on these three plus the server is simply a time consuming mess...
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Sharp Radar NMS Support

Is it possible, to add to the sharp IR radar or collision at tab, the Navigation Messaging System - send ping results like you did for the ultrasonic distance? thanks EzAng
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How To Submit Forum Contributions With Figures (Showing Own Robot)

How To Submit Forum Contributions With Figures (Showing Own Robot)

Hi DJ, is there an option to submit forum contributions including figures / images ?...
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Detailed Explanation Of BLOCKLY Commands

Hi - short question: Is there a glossary for BLOCKLY commands ? Most are easy to identify, but e.g. what is the difference between the ADC command and the ADC12 command ? A survey for all BLOCKLY commands would be very helpful. Earlier I was programming OZOBOT EVOs, using OZOBLOCKLY and - I must admit - that they are offering a very good online...
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Mobile App Features

Mobile App Features

Has there been any progress on enabling Speech Recognition and Camera Object Detection with the Mobile App? For one of my robots, I cannot use an Android device with the Mobile App...
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EZ-Robot HDD Servo Mount Size

I know the EZ-Robot HDD servo is sold by EZ-Robot and not Synthiam. Also sorry for the misguided post category. However I know there are many people on this forum that have the answer to this question. I'm hoping for a quick answer as I need to plan parts and expenses of a project.  Are the mounting holes on the EZ-Robot HDD Servo the same as a...
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Wait For Speech Window Size

Wait For Speech Window Size

Is it possible to set the wait for speech window size, using Script or other means?
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Is Arc For Raspberry Pi Gone?

I have a working Pi with Mono installed and I am able to run the server for EZB but I want Arc instead.  I found this article referring to it going missing before. https://synthiam.com/Community/Questions/Fresh-download-of-ARC-mono-is-out-of-date-beta-19447 I began here, https://synthiam.com/Community/Tutorials/Raspberry-Pi-EZ-Builder-18621,...
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Needing To Source Servo Gears

Needing To Source Servo Gears

Hi there, does anyone know of a place to buy servo gears from? Even better if there is a way to 3D print them so I can make adjustments.
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Connecting To Six's Wi-Fi

Connecting To Six's Wi-Fi

Hi does anyone know why the Six Hexapod might not be connecting to a computer? I've put a new, working battery in the robot. When it turns on, there is no botting up...
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Adding Values To Variable

Adding Values To Variable

setVar(CLeft,0); def loop(): if getVar("$RoombaLightBumperCenterLeft")==1: Navigation.SetNavigationStatusToPause(); print "Bumper Center Left";...
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Pausing Navigation In Script

Pausing Navigation In Script

How can i pause the navigation in a python script and then continuou? Thxs