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Roomba Movement Panel Sensor Interaction

Hi Athena, I'm curious if the "iRobot Roomba Movement Panel" skill in Synthiam ARC utilizes the Roomba's wheel encoders during navigation? Understanding how the skill interacts with the Roomba's sensors will help me optimize its movement in my project. Thank you!
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Troubleshooting EZ-Script Sound Issue

I'm hoping or someone knowledgeable can help me troubleshoot this script. It's written in EZ-Script and was functioning a few months ago the last time I tried it, or so I believe. LOL. The script is titled "Say Any Number." Its purpose is to monitor a global variable named $numberin, which is set by another script and represents a number....
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Wheel Slip Impact On Navigation

Wheel Slip Impact On Navigation

I am experimenting with navigation using my WheelBot and am considering modifying it into a telepresence robot. Currently, I'm utilizing a combination of the...
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Refactoring EZ-Script Code To Python

I am preparing to refactor my EZ-Script code to Python, and it's an excellent opportunity for me to review and improve its structure. One of the features I've developed is a logging utility called Log-a-Lot, which assists in debugging, statistics collection, and more. In EZ-Script, I used the following code snippet: synthiam-code...
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Python Waitformove Timeout Solution

I am in the process of converting my EZ-Script code to Python and have encountered a notable difference in functionality. Here's a typical EZ-Script snippet I use to, for example, open a panel: ezscript Servo(D4, 1) WaitForServoMove(D4, 400) Release(D4) When transitioning to Python in ARC, the equivalent code looks like this: python try:...
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Connecting RPLIDAR S2 To EZ-B V4

I am seeking guidance on connecting an RPLIDAR S2 from SLAMTEC to the EZ-B v4 controller. Could someone please provide detailed instructions or best practices for this setup? Additionally, is it necessary to use a separate power supply to ensure stable performance for the RPLIDAR S2 when connected to the EZ-B v4?
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Integrating EZ-B With Inmoov Head

Integrating EZ-B With Inmoov Head

Hello everyone, I am in the process of upgrading my current InMoov robot head to be controlled by an EZ-B controller, replacing the previous setup that...
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Integrating Voice Commands Into ARC

Integrating Voice Commands Into ARC

I have a question regarding the Robot Skill PushOver. Is it possible to integrate text input into ARC using this skill? The voice-to-text recognition...
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Connecting To EZ-B V4 UART

Connecting To EZ-B V4 UART

I'm trying to identify the appropriate connector to use with UART 0 on an EZ-B v4 controller. According to the EZ-B manual, the connector is located at the bottom right...
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Bing Speech Recognition Recording Issue

Occasionally, I experience issues with Bing Speech Recognition within Synthiam’s ARC software where the recording function continues indefinitely, even though I have set the recording limit to 6 seconds. What could be causing this behavior? I haven't come across any references to this issue in the Synthiam Community or support resources.
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Adding The Caster And Extra Storage To Roomba

Adding The Caster And Extra Storage To Roomba

I printed the extra storage container on the roomba but when I went to install it I had to remove the guts of the robot.  Now...
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Requesting Centerline Setting Feature

Requesting Centerline Setting Feature

Hi Athena, Is it possible to add an additional setting to the user interface on this page? Specifically, I'm looking to add a centerline setting,...