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Questions Posting

Im having problems posting a solution I discovered and wanted to share for people who are having problems their projects not loading custom or missing ezbits with the new update. Just checking to see if I can do any posting? [edit] I found my error you can delete this whole thread until then Ive posted that solution here...
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Stl-Files

Hi there, I am new to EZ-Robot and love the new software version. I'd like to design my robot using Sketchup. Where can I find the STL-files for the bits and pieces from the kit such as servo, camera and controller. Thanks.
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Camera Requires System Path

Camera Requires System Path

Hi everyone, I was having trouble getting the camera to work in C#. All the examples from the SDK were working fine, except those involving the camera. I needed to...
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Portable ARC Version 2013.06.04.00

Portable ARC Version 2013.06.04.00

I hope I don't get in trouble for creating a portable ARC Version 2013.06.04.00. Since the software release I haven't had a chance to test it out due to...
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4Xx Roomba Intermittent Control

Hey everyone. I am working on a couple small bots for the rainy days of the summer. I am trying to create a couple of those minions from Despicable Me movie. Very basic I am using roombas for the base.. I just hooked up to my old grey one making sure (with ocd) that I had the pin out correct, to the EZ-b board. It communicates with it...
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No Use For 3D Printing At This Time But.

Hi all, Wow, what exciting times for EZ Robots and what bright things to come for them and us. I'm looking forward to the day I get a 3D printer or find myself needing something 3D printed. However..... As excited as I am in what is happening to EZ Robots and as happy as I am for everybody I dont really need much in this area at this time. That's...
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Importing Stl Question(S)

Hey guys, I made a version of the zune box I'm using for my robot in sketup and exported it to stl. When I import it it seems super small or incredibly zoomed away. It twice as wide and about 2.5 times as long as a servo so why does it seem small? Is it just the default camera angel. I designed it by measurements. Sketchup is pretty cool btw, once...
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Can Not Load My Robot On New Version Ezb? Help

Can Not Load My Robot On New Version Ezb? Help

I moved up to the new version of EZB but can load my robot project? It gives me choices my library, public. My project is not...
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Robots With Dance Skills , Hey He Can Do The Robot!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=occBxPlnfrk&feature=youtube_gdata_player I had to share this amateur video.
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Still Confused About Ez-Bits And Bi-Pedal Robot Jd

Hello, So I have been taking a look at JD the example project from ARC Revolution and I am still confused about some things. First I would really love to see a video of JD the robot moving. I think that would help clear up some of my confusion. A video tutorial about building JD would be great too. I am sure that is all to come. First is in the...
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Ez-Robot And Zumo Robot

Ez-Robot And Zumo Robot

Hy all, I am Andrew from Romania , i have a ez-robot platform and a Zumo Robot from Polulu. The Zumo robot came with a H-bridge - DRV8835. I dont know how to set it up. I...
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Help! Bluetooth Connection Questions With New Ez-B

Help! Bluetooth Connection Questions With New Ez-B

Hi Everyone, After accidentally finding this site while looking at Roomba reviews on YouTube I decided that I really...