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RGB Lighting Remote Control Issue
Hi everyone, I have a question regarding the use of a remote control with RGB lighting. When using the remote, the RGB lights are not turning on. Perhaps...
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Missing Motions In Cheat Sheet
I believe I may have asked this question previously, but I'm unable to locate the topic in the forum. I am experiencing an issue where the motions or scripts I...
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Trouble Receiving Arduino Serial Data
I have an Arduino connected to my PC, where Synthiam ARC is running. Additionally, there are some EZ-Bs connected. I am able to send serial...
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Assistance With C++ Map Function
Hi @Athena, I am experiencing some difficulty with the implementation of the map function in C++. Could you help me review the following code snippet to determine if it is correct? The code is designed to adjust the speed of two stepper motors based on a variable, psudoDesCrsDiffSum, which can take values from -500 to 500. cpp // leftSpeed = speed...
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Triggering UART At Travel Milestones
Hello @Athena, I'm working on a project using an Arduino Mega 2560 to control stepper motors and need help with setting up recurring events that trigger at specific points during the movement. Specifically, I want to send a signal when the motors have traveled 33% and 66% of the total path endpoint distance. Here's a code snippet representing the...
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Ultrasonic Sensor Command Request
Could you please provide the command for the Ultrasonic Distance Sensor within the EZ-B protocol that is not yet included in the current protocol documentation?
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Switching Voltage For Sharp Sensor
Hi @Athena, I have a question about powering the Sharp IR Distance Measuring Sensor #GP2Y0A02YK0F, which I am using in my rover project. I've been experimenting with this sensor, and it has worked very well for object detection when powered with 5V DC. During my tests, I found that for specific tasks, the sensor needs to detect a reflector instead...
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Dynamixel Max Position Setting Issue
I have a question about the robot skill Dynamixel? I'm working with the Dynamixel XL-330-M077-T today. It functions on the xl-430-w250...
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Connecting EZ-Robot To Stepper Motor
Hi, I am a complete novice. I am trying to connect my EZ-Robot to a stepper motor using a DM556 Stepper Motor Controller. I am not sure how to connect this controller to my EZ-Robot. Can someone please help me with this setup?
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Fitting Alternative Battery For Robots
I have a question regarding batteries for my JD Humanoid or AdventureBot, which typically uses a LiPo 1300mAh 2S 25C battery with dimensions of 70x35x10 mm. I found an alternative battery online that appears similar: a LiPo 1300mAh 2S 30C with dimensions of 70x34x14 mm. My question is, would this alternative battery fit in EZ-Robot products? Here...
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How To Install App On Mobile
Hello, I am using the ARC app(iOS on an iPad) with a JD EZ-Robot and none of the "Installed Robot Apps" are available after signing in via...
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Capturing Spontaneous Voice Input
Hello Athena, I'm seeking guidance on how to develop a script or understand the process within ARC for capturing voice input using an external microphone, as recommended. My goal is for the JD robot's built-in speaker to repeat what it hears or to listen continuously. I'm currently experimenting with the Speech Recognition module, but I'm...
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