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In Search Of Omnibot 2000

In Search Of Omnibot 2000

Hi every im looking for a omnibot 2000 without remote or even radio command hard ware for the insides of the torso. Just need the complete robot body,complete head,...
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Ezbpi Server - Access To The Pi Gpios

Ezbpi Server - Access To The Pi Gpios

Hi, I have successfully connected ARC to the Pi using the EZBPi server, but I don't understand how to access the GPIOs of the Pi. If I want to set...
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Pimoroni Pan And Tilt HAT For Rpi 3 B+

hi i just purchased the pan tilt hat. i know it works because i tried the python examples. But how can i get ARC to recognize it? I do have the ez server installed on the rpi with a camera, it connects, i tried the camera control example and the video works. i added the vertical servo, tried to set it up as D0, D1 and D2. neither will control the...
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Botmatrix Youtube Channel

Botmatrix Youtube Channel

Hi Guys & Gals! I wanted to let you all know that after a long hiatus I'm spinning up my Youtube channel again! I'm shifting over to my new alias: Botmatrix. From...
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Low Profile Servo's

Low Profile Servo's

hi i am looking for low profile servo's ,strong ones and also afforteble. some 50 a 60 euro size 35 l x 15 w x 20 h.i am making the hip part, for jd turning waist.so i need a small...
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Experiencing Problems With Website

Experiencing Problems With Website

I am having troubles accessing anything but 'questions'. If i try anything else i.e 'App' or 'Robots'...I get an error.....any idea when this might be...
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ARC Software Wont Launch Without Internet Connection.

ARC Software Wont Launch Without Internet Connection.

I cannot get ARC program  to launch without internet connection, On two separate devices ,have add no problems the...
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Robotic Halloween Costumes

Robotic Halloween Costumes

Hii How can I make Robotic Halloween costumes by myself is it easy or complicated? or should I buy a new one? And Is there any store where I can buy Robotic costumes...
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EZB-V4 Battery / A/C Adapter Usage

Hello everyone,  Have a power question and any advice with this is appreciated. I’ve searched the forums but haven’t quite found a thread that answers my questions. I’m building a service bot that stands 5’8" running 2 servos for the Head, 5-6 for each arm and gripper, 2 -4 Led’s For eyes, an el-wire ring in the chest around the speaker, and...
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Any Updates Coming?

Hey guys! Any news for the fall? Its been a fairly quiet summer (but busy for me), just wonderin whats next for Synthiam? I know I'm probably not the only one wondering.....what are you guys cooking up?!? (smells great from here)  What things in the robot world, can we look forward too?
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Update Problem?

was using EZ-B release 2019.03.17.00 JD responded to verbal commands in movements and talking back. then I updated to 2019.05.08.00 That is all I changed an JP will not respond to verbal commands . He follows all the actions executed, and speaks, but will not work with speech recognition commands. I attach JD to another PC which still has old level...
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Artificial Conscience

Artificial Conscience

I’m not sure if we’ll be able to solve this question but if anyone could get close I feel it’d be you guys here in the community. With all the research/work being done on...