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Example ARC skill demonstrating converting, compressing and streaming MP3/WAV to an EZ-B speaker, with play/stop commands and TTS examples.

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Roli Battery

Would this battery work with the ezb v4 https://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__10310__Turnigy_4500mAh_3S2P_30C_LiFePo4_Pack.html I can't seem to find the max input voltage.
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Items Not Yet Listed In The Shop

At the risk of repetition I'd like to initiate my first thread to raise items that are not yet listed for sale in the Shop but already available on full robots and some body parts. I'd also like to mention some items in my wishlist. This could serve as a checklist for those managing the Store. - JD's eyes (as already discussed in other posts) -...
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Comparability

Hi Djcaan from uk living in osaka japan can I ask is the ez-b v4 robot controller compatible with 2.4 ghz remote controls units I have a turnigy 9 channel transmitter and receiver if it is compatible I will by this ez-b v4 Any help is most welcomed and will be returned in kind if I can help anyone Regards
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Possible Ar Drone 2 Sighting.

Possible Ar Drone 2 Sighting.

For those of you with ar drone 2.0's there might be some hope. I just noticed an AR Drone 2.0 box sitting on a shelf in the office. Just sayin'. Hey! Maybe that...
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Question With Controlling And Driving 4 Independent Dc Motors

Hello, I'm using a JeenNode board and H-bridge L298 to drive 4 independent DC motors. The motors are connected to mecanum wheels. Also, I am using 4 pushbuttons to control the movement of my robot. I guess the problem is in my code which doesn't allow me to control the motors probably. When the all 4 pushbuttons are connected and one of them is...
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Ez-Buildet Anf Acer W3 Cameras

Ez-Buildet Anf Acer W3 Cameras

Does anyone with an Acer W3 use the built in cameras with EZ-Bulder? I just picked one up to be my embedded robot brain, and when I try to use either camera I...
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Servo Movement

Servo Movement

Hi, I am using multiple HS-805bb Servos. I can not seem to get full 180 degree movement using the servo controller. Is there another controller that works better? See image for specs on...
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Jd's Eyes

Hey there, I've started printing off JD today and need to place an order for the electronics. I'm guessing the eyes are straight 5mm LEDs, but do I need to order a separate controller of some sort for them or do I put a normal standalone arduino etc in the head and send it commands? Cheers, Jay Ps are there any things that I need other than the...
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Advice / Experience With Joysticks / Controllers

Just wanted to take the pulse of the group and ask what kind of remotes and or controllers are you guys or gals using and why you like them. Also if there are ones you don't like I would love that feedback too. Thanks everyone. Michael
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Help Rich From The Uk

Rich, Someone told me you have a library of the older EZB versions. I need the most current that will run on XP. I would be very greatfull as I have been for your help on my last project. Thanks, Michael
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Ez Control Link To Ai Sites

I read on the post that Rich Pyke wrote a script to read rss news off the web site. If I buy a servo sound talk board, can I get an animatronic head to talk back and have the jaw synch with the sound? Frank
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Servo Power Supply And Connections

Servo Power Supply And Connections

Do the 3 servo wires have to be connected to the EZ-B v4, or can the power wires of several servos be connected to a common power source with only the...