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Franz Achatz
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Posted 7/9/2007 2:06 AM (GMT -7)

ok, the boards are ordered and i expect them end of next week.

best regards
Franz

Franz Achatz
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Date Joined Jul 2007
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Posted 7/10/2007 3:30 PM (GMT -7)

Hi all,

one more info about the easyPROP.
I changed the Conec Ethernet connector to an AutoMDIX MagJack from Stewart.
The AutoMDIX magjack has some additional logic inside which will automatically swap the cable for you if needed. In other words you can always use a straight cable no matter if you connect to a Hub/Switch or directly to a computer.

best regards
Franz

Shane De Catania
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Date Joined Mar 2007
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Posted 7/11/2007 12:36 AM (GMT -7)

Sounds good Franz, looking forward to getting my hands on one!.
Cheers,
S

Franz Achatz
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Date Joined Jul 2007
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Posted 7/21/2007 1:22 PM (GMT -7)

it WORKs

)))
The first progi i loaded was Mike Green's Femto BASIC.
see fotos:

http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/prop11.jpg
http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/prop22.jpg
http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/prop33.jpg
http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/prop44.jpg
http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/proptest.JPG
http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/vga.JPG
http://www.xs4all.nl/~achatz/text.JPG

best regards
Franz

hinv
Why are some things obvious, yet unthinkable?

Date Joined Jan 2007
Total Posts : 622

Posted 7/22/2007 6:38 PM (GMT -7)

Hi franz,

Will this board work off of USB power while using the ethernet. I recall that a couple of ethernet implimentations have been running hot.

Thanks,
Doug

BTX
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Date Joined Oct 2006
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Posted 7/22/2007 6:58 PM (GMT -7)

Hi Franz, congratulations !!!

Excellent job !!!!!!
I want those boards....
I would love to get the ethernet working !!! with propeller.

Regards.

Alberto.

Franz Achatz
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Posted 7/23/2007 12:08 AM (GMT -7)

@Doug

the ENC28J60 Ethernetchip takes about 140mA.
When powering the Board via USB nothings gets hot.
The ENC28J60 becomes a bit warm but not hot !!!
When powering the board by using an Universal AC-DC Adapter its important
that the DC Supply Voltage is set not higher then 9 VDC because of the LM2937 5.0.

@Alberto

The empty boards are allready available and some special parts (SD Slot and MagJack).
In about 2 weeks complete soldered boards will be available, too.

best regards
Franz

Roadster
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Posted 7/23/2007 7:23 AM (GMT -7)

Where can I order the board

Franz Achatz
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Posted 7/23/2007 8:57 AM (GMT -7)

Hi,

at this moment, the easyPROP-board can only be ordered via Private Message.

For the do-it-yourself-freaks:

empty PCB.................USD 13,-
MagJack.....................USD 6,-
Push-Push SD Slot.......USD 6,-
shipping......................USD 4,-

there will be a CDROM included

best regards
Franz

OakGraphics
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Date Joined Jun 2005
Total Posts : 201

Posted Yesterday 5:18 PM (GMT -7)

Just curious - how does the xbee connect with the audio jack in it's spot? use 2mm standoff headers? (does headers at 2mm exist? They must.

)

hippy
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Date Joined Feb 2007
Total Posts : 1951

Posted Yesterday 7:19 PM (GMT -7)

2mm sockets for XBee from Sparkfun and others ...

www.sparkfun.com/commerce/product_info.php?products_id=8272

Franz Achatz
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Date Joined Jul 2007
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Posted Today 2:39 PM (GMT -7)

the 2mm XBee sockets are included in the final product.

best regards
Franz

QuattroRS4
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Date Joined Dec 2006
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Posted 7/30/2007 3:14 AM (GMT -7)

Franz,
Just got my board today and CD... its looks nice ..... must have a play now..
Said i'd put up a few images ...

EDIT: Functionality Perfect .... USB powered or External PSU via a jumper - Stable and crystal clear VGA & TV nicely laid out - jumper configs & SIL I/O rail ,sturdy Card Slot..a very handy board for the 'tool box' well done Franz .. definitely worth getting !

Regards,
QuattroRS4

'Necessity is the mother of invention'

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El Paisa
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Posted 7/30/2007 4:48 AM (GMT -7)

Hi, could I buy the whole thing already assembled and tested?

If so, how much will be and ordered from where?

Regards,

Franz Achatz
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Posted 7/31/2007 11:11 AM (GMT -7)

Hello El Paisa,

the Boards are available next week.
Complete assembled Euro 119,-
Without Ethernet Euro 99,-
Worldwide shipping + Euro 6,-

You can contact me using PM or mail
franz(at)achatz(dot)nl

best regads
Franz

Rob7
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Posted 8/11/2007 6:37 PM (GMT -7)

Franz,

What is the status on purchaseing a board ?
Just thought I would ask.

Sorry, did not read the previous post, after 15 hr work days, sometime the eye's are not connected to the brain !

Rob7

Franz Achatz
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Posted 8/12/2007 7:19 AM (GMT -7)

Rob7 said...
Franz,

What is the status on purchaseing a board ?
Just thought I would ask.

Sorry, did not read the previous post, after 15 hr work days, sometime the eye's are not connected to the brain !

Rob7

Rob7,

received a lot of parts this week and started soldering, today.

The first boards will be ready, soon.

Maybe i make 3 more Prop-boards, today smile

Franz

QuattroRS4
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Date Joined Dec 2006
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Posted 8/12/2007 9:55 AM (GMT -7)

Franz,
I have to say - I have this board almost 2 weeks now - It is my default test bed .... really handy as the USB powered option makes it simplicity in itself - I can't recommend it highly enough ! A really neat bit of kit ..

Regards,
John Twomey

'Necessity is the mother of invention'

Franz Achatz
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Posted 8/16/2007 12:25 PM (GMT -7)

"The first easyPROP's are ready to go and
if there is any interrest then please let me know

"

The Boards are available now.
Complete assembled and tested inclusive Ethernet Euro 119,-
Complete assembled and tested but WITHOUT Ethernet Euro 99,-
Worldwide shipping + Euro 6,-

You can contact me using PM or mail
franz(at)achatz(dot)nl

have fun
Franz

El Paisa
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Posted 8/16/2007 12:28 PM (GMT -7)

It is dammed shame you do not accept credit cards.

Franz Achatz
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Posted 8/16/2007 12:39 PM (GMT -7)

El Paisa said...
It is dammed shame you do not accept credit cards.

thats right, but i do accept PayPal.

Ken Gracey from Parallax, asked for an easyPROP board, too, for feature it on their web site.

Maybe the easyPROP will be available for the US and Canada guys via Parallax in the future.

But i don't know, yet. We will see what happens.

Franz

Post Edited (Franz Achatz) : 8/16/2007 8:02:18 PM GMT

Baggers
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Posted 8/17/2007 5:39 AM (GMT -7)

Congrats Franz :) nice board, and nice that Parallax will feature it on the site :)

Way to go Franz :)

QuattroRS4
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Posted 8/21/2007 3:33 PM (GMT -7)

Data sheet for Easy prop is available HERE - courtesy of Franz ! until Parallax include it on third party Propeller pages ...

Regards,
John Twomey

'Necessity is the mother of invention'

Post Edited (QuattroRS4) : 8/21/2007 10:38:05 PM GMT

superpat
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Date Joined Aug 2007
Total Posts : 1

Posted 8/22/2007 1:51 AM (GMT -7)

Hi,

My EasyProp board arrived here a few days ago.

The board powered up and worked "out of the box"

I am gradually working through all the extensive features

So far everything I have tried has worked well, including the Tcp/IP stack and the web server!

I am most impressed.

Thank you very much Franz.

Patrick

p.s. I have no connection with Franz otherwise than as a satisfied customer and a fellow Propeller user.

Franz Achatz
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Date Joined Jul 2007
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Posted 8/28/2007 11:07 AM (GMT -7)

Guy's,

take it easy. The first run of the easyPROP's is sold out

New parts are expected this week and the next "production run" will start this weekend.
For reservations you can contact me via PM or franz[at]achatz[dot]nl

have fun
Franz

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