About the new Say It Module from Parallax ( Code 30080) Help please.

Joe

Hi,

I would like to know if I can use the Say It Module
direct to the PC ( Without a Basic Stamp) .


Some times , it is possible to add a max 232 converter
but I am not sure in this case.

Help please.

Thanks.

Mike Green

Yes, you could connect a Say It module to a PC via a MAX232 or equivalent converter. See pages 14-18 of the documentation for the module for the commands, default Baud, etc.

Joe

Hi,


I saw the commands. But it seems the software brings a bs2
routine. I other words the software is not necessary if you
connect the SAY IT module direct to a PC.

Could you confirm this please ?

Thanks.

Mike Green

The existing PC software will only work with a BS2. It was designed this way so that the BS2 could act as the RS232 adapter rather than requiring the user (or Parallax) to build in or buy an RS232 to logic adapter (like their USB2SER). If you want to directly connect the Say It module to a PC, you'll have to provide your own PC program.

Joe

Hi,

I tried to use the Say-It module with a PC
( without Basic Stamp ) and it has been impossible.

I am attaching an shematic.

Perhaps you could see a mistake there.

Please, help, Thanks Joe

JD

Joe,

I have not tried to use the Say It without a BASIC Stamp module, but how do you have the Say it powered? I didn't see anything on the schematic that indicated the 5 VDC supply or the common ground. Do you have these connected? Have you verified that the Say It works? For example test it with a BS2 to make sure that everything is working properly.

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Respectfully,


Joshua Donelson
www.parallax.com

Joe

Hi,


And yes, I am taking +5 V from a regulated power supply
and I used commond grounds.

I have a Basic Stamp and the module works fine.

Thanks, Joe