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LCD Module

Hello, I was wondering if it's possible to attach such a module. And how should I wire it up to the Ez-B ? And what about scripting? Do you have any code samples? Link to a LCD Module I'm gonna buy. https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200526451153&ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT Thank you, - Mix3rn
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2.4 Ghz Wireless Camera

Two questions on the camera! FYI I viewed the video... actually several times! 1) Is there a close up pic available of the signal wire where it is soldered to the camera board? Looks easy on the video and then I look at the board.... help is appreciated! 2) By soldering the signal wire the wireless function isn't needed? As in the antennae,...
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Gyroscope Question

I need a gyroscope for balancing my robot. After a long search and high prices i found this: https://www.ebay.it/itm/murata-env-05h-vibrating-gyroscope-Angular-Rate-Sensor-/300305649903?pt=BI_Robotics&hash=item45eb9c90ef#ht_3585wt_1037 input voltage 5v. Uses the same 3 pin configuration of ez board. Should be perfect, Is it compatible? Also can...
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EZ-B Sold Out?

I see you are now sold out of Ez-B boards. When do you expect more in stock? Are you expecting more of the cameras too? Alan
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Question About Motor Controllers...

What is the difference between BV4113 Motor Controller and the Sparkfun TB6612FNG Motor Controller and an IC2 Stepper Motor Controller? Which one would be better to use? Advantages and Disadvantages please.... Im pretty much a newbie with these motor controllers.... Thanks in advance
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Lego Power Function Motors

does any one know how to make a pin out for these motors. it has +9 in 2 controls and a ground i was wondering how could i use this with a three pin configuration
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Finger Pad

Hello DJ, When you click on the ? for servo - finger pad, you get info for servo-sound. Love all the new controls. Will servo speed be working any time soon?
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Modified Servo Movement Panel Stuttering....

question.... Im experimenting with the Wall-e Big example on the ARC program and open up the modified servo movement panel and open up the config file. I attatched my left wheel servo to D13 and my right to D14. I hit the forward key, both wheels move forward but the left(D13)wheel servo seems to stutter. If I hit the reverse,or left or right keys...
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H Bridge

as im having a few issues using my sabertooth motor controller i was wondering if you have your new h bridge for sale yet ? or , which would be even better is there any way to alter the settings in the modified servo module to work with my sabertooth, ie i can change the values it pushes out if i say press forwards, back etc etc ? is there a config...
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Microphone?

Microphone?

I figured out the speech recognition by using the mic on the laptop to follow directions also I figured out how to add an external speaker onto my robot. My question is, that I want to add an...
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A Little Assistance Please.

I realize that this is way off topic; however.............................I am having a problem that I am hoping one of you computer guru's might be able to help me with. I am trying to install some new hardware on Windows 7, 64 bit, home premium. When I plug the hardware in I DO NOT get the "found new hardware" window. When I check...
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Wireless Audio

Has anyone found a solution to send wireless audio to a bot? Hopefully cheap and easy?