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Play Audio File Via Script

Has anyone managed to get the PlayAudio command to work from a Script on a Tablet? Whilst the FileExists and PlayAudio commands work perfectly on a PC/Laptop, my Samsung Tablet using the Mobile Interface does not seem to recognise these commands. Hence no audio files can be played. This is a major problem, because if I add them to the Soundboard as...
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Auto Position Help

Auto Position Help

In "auto position" control, how do I distinguish one D0 from the other D0 on the same connection (connect 0 to 4)? I am using a vertical servo control and a horizontal servo...
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Configuration Form When Creating A Plugin

I have went thru the tutorial for the plugin and have successfully created a basic plugin. Now I want to go the next step and create a plugin that has a configuration page that is accessed by clicking the gear icon but can not figure out how to do it. The plugin I hope to create will allow the user to create a connection to a database using a DSN....
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Speech Synthesis Markkup Language

Speech Synthesis Markkup Language

I was wondering whether it is possible to use elements from the Speech Synthesis Markup Language to modify the speech output using EZ-script? Or if there...
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Wifi Not Working

Wifi Not Working

Hi, I keep reading you can use wifi but tried it and no luck and don't know of anyone who got it to work. I asked Dj for help but no reply,did anyone get it to work and how thanks
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Battery Low Issues After Changing Batteries

Hi, I am using a  new IoTiny for a project which has four servos attached to the it.  After having the system on for a hour or so I received the my battery is low message.  I thought the batteries need replacing (I am using a battery pack with standard DURACELL batteries, which I have used many times in the past with no problems.  I replaced the...
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Controlling 2 RGB Leds With EZ-B V4 & ARC Software

Can the EZ-B V4 controller and ARC software control 2 RGB Leds ( 5mm, common cathode, 20ma) simultaneously to provide different colors on demand? Thank you for your help.
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C# Question About Invoking A Custom Action

Trying to call EZBManager.MovementManager.GoCustom("Bow"); from a button click to invoke the canned Bow action.  Does nothing.  What am I missing?
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Mobile App - Blockly Sound Bug

Hi Everyone,  We have been using the mobile app (iOS) with our EZ-Robots and have found that the Blockly text to speech blocks won't run through the robot.  The 'Say (PC)' block will successfully convert the text to speech and play that through the iOS device's speakers, but the 'Say (EZ)' block does not.  Is there a way around this?  I appreciate...
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Material In Finnish?

Hello all I am again (the second time today) reaching out for information.  Has anyone out there, been trying to translate any instructions or tutorials into Finnish?  I do not wish to be doubling up on this most valuable effort.  There is a tendency to keep it all in English here, and thats fine for an older person but it would great to introduce...
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Battery / Charging Tactics In Classes And Clubs

Hello all.  I am reaching out for tips and solutions regarding battery life of EZ robots in classroom situations.  When it comes to double class periods or club events, most robots have issues with battery endurance.  As robots like JD and Roli have their lipos' locked up inside their chassis, a quick battery swap is not possible.  What does a...
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Arduino Mega, Autoposition: Servo Release Or Closing Arc Forces Servo Into 0 Deg

Hello everyone, Arduino mega, 2 servos controlled by the auto positioner: Close the arc app or pressing "release all servos" makes all my servos try to reach 0 degree in max speed. As i have neutral position 90deg +-40 deg its a big issue for my mechanics and the robot looks like hes having a overdose - which he actually has - lol For now...