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Want to get started with propeller- which educational kit to get?

Don MDon M Posts: 1,653
edited 2009-07-31 17:02 in Propeller 1
I see there is a "prop stick" version and a 40 pin dip version. From everyone's experiences what are the pro's / con's of either?

Thanks.

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  • dandreaedandreae Posts: 1,375
    edited 2009-07-31 13:26
    The DIP version·is my recommendation, due to the fact that if you damage it you are only paying $7.99 to replace it compared to the PropStick which is $79.99.

    Dave

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  • Steph LindsaySteph Lindsay Posts: 767
    edited 2009-07-31 17:02
    I second what Dave says, and for that reason the DIP version is more popular.

    The DIP version·is the original kit Andy (the PE Kit Labs author) designed. He created the PropStick USB alternative because the basic programming platform takes a couple hours to tight-wire and thoroughly test with the DIP version, and there is more of an opportunity to make a wiring error. But again, replacing components is easy and relatively inexpensive. In addition,·we are big believers in developing breadboarding skills, and think this is definitely a good exercise for those who have the time.

    Occasionally we have customers who won't have that much time, such as a teacher who needs to evaluate the PE Kit quickly, or who has a very short lab class, and does not want to spend time on the wiring. We use the PropStick USB versions ourselves as pre-built-up kits when we have the opportunity to have short, hands-on seminars at trade shows and other educational events.

    Whichever kit you choose, I hope you enjoy it!

    -Steph Lindsay

    Editor, Parallax Inc.
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