newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
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On Sun, 17 Sep 2000, Eric Schettler wrote:
> The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I can
> connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs once
> I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
> computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a special
> one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> properly. Thanks again.
>
> Eric
Several issues....
1- by OEM stamp 2 do you mean discrete parts ? IE,
16c57(programmed by parallax) , max232, resonator, and eeprom ( can't
remember the number ) ?
If this is the case then does it have a 5v regulator. If it does, you need
to use the 9v battery and apply it to the input of the regulator. If not,
you need to supply the stamp 5vdc.
2- The serial cable. If it is one designed to be used as a "file xfer"
cable it is probably a null modem cable with tx/rx and rts/cts rolled. You
need a straight thru cable. You can verify this with an ohm meter.
Hope this helps,
Dale Harwood [noparse][[/noparse] N4VFF ]
internet> dale@h...
ax.25> n4vff@n4vff.#cha.tn.usa.noam
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
> The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I can
> connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs once
> I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
> computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a special
> one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> properly. Thanks again.
>
> Eric
Several issues....
1- by OEM stamp 2 do you mean discrete parts ? IE,
16c57(programmed by parallax) , max232, resonator, and eeprom ( can't
remember the number ) ?
If this is the case then does it have a 5v regulator. If it does, you need
to use the 9v battery and apply it to the input of the regulator. If not,
you need to supply the stamp 5vdc.
2- The serial cable. If it is one designed to be used as a "file xfer"
cable it is probably a null modem cable with tx/rx and rts/cts rolled. You
need a straight thru cable. You can verify this with an ohm meter.
Hope this helps,
Dale Harwood [noparse][[/noparse] N4VFF ]
internet> dale@h...
ax.25> n4vff@n4vff.#cha.tn.usa.noam
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
Comments
+ to vin
- to vss
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website, but
for
> the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I purchased
> an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4 AA
> battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery connector.
> Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this up to
> the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
serial
> connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know is
how
> to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in advance!
>
> Eric
>
>
>
>
or the 9 v batt.
if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to send a
test
> program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp. I
went
> into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the stamp.
> When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it appeared
> that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having no
> problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and Receiving
> lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I set
> the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed something
in,
> I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell me
what
> I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=ONs2n1i0j4QKO8Tctnhm50tdHyp2o1ptK1HJ2Fmahn0PolHAadX5SQzR-2WO3U9Qua4BFIIdFys]victorf@g...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> using the 9v
> + to vin
> - to vss
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
>
>
> > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website, but
> for
> > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
purchased
> > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4 AA
> > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery connector.
> > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this up
to
> > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> serial
> > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know is
> how
> > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
advance!
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I can
connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs once
I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a special
one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
properly. Thanks again.
Eric
Original Message
From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=ewNVQuOXoG_upl4JF8QNDL9-yq0e2w5REhWpmiCYU6yPe3pMHLvbhklLX6CtgbDvTxZpX9e3]victorf@g...[/url
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
To: basicstamps@egroups.com
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
you must have the power supply connected.
or the 9 v batt.
if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to send a
test
> program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp. I
went
> into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the stamp.
> When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it appeared
> that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having no
> problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and Receiving
> lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I set
> the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed something
in,
> I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell me
what
> I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=ewNVQuOXoG_upl4JF8QNDL9-yq0e2w5REhWpmiCYU6yPe3pMHLvbhklLX6CtgbDvTxZpX9e3]victorf@g...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> using the 9v
> + to vin
> - to vss
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
>
>
> > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website, but
> for
> > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
purchased
> > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4 AA
> > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery connector.
> > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this up
to
> > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> serial
> > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know is
> how
> > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
advance!
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
what software are you using?
make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver try the dos
ver see if that helps.
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
can
> connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
once
> I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
> computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
special
> one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> properly. Thanks again.
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=bsW1H_M1Hpg0NvmrDD1rp9YaQ-AN0-RTGu588O7noxXQda-qaxYSMqoIrjc5RI9gsfMlF21Zsg]victorf@g...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> you must have the power supply connected.
> or the 9 v batt.
> if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
>
>
> > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to send a
> test
> > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp. I
> went
> > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
stamp.
> > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
appeared
> > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having no
> > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and Receiving
> > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I
set
> > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed something
> in,
> > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell me
> what
> > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=bsW1H_M1Hpg0NvmrDD1rp9YaQ-AN0-RTGu588O7noxXQda-qaxYSMqoIrjc5RI9gsfMlF21Zsg]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > using the 9v
> > + to vin
> > - to vss
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> >
> >
> > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website,
but
> > for
> > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> purchased
> > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4
AA
> > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
connector.
> > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this
up
> to
> > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> > serial
> > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know
is
> > how
> > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> advance!
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
to buy a gender changer for the connection to match up with the stamp. I
have now tried both the Windows and the DOS software. (When using the DOS
software, I rebooted into DOS mode) Each time the program says it cannot
find the hardware. I have tried modifying the COM ports in my BIOS setup,
and still am unable to locate the Stamp 2 on the serial cable. I have tried
connecting the cable to both COM ports -- 1 and 2. I continue to receive
the error - hardware not found. Any other suggestions would be greatly
appreciated! It's hard to stay motivated for a project if you don't see any
forward movement. [noparse]:)[/noparse] Thanks in advance!
Eric
Original Message
From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=L4SOU95i59Y-aY5HyBzNnUhJoA5aY9Y8wfx9Juwm-e9uHvt--dd8PdDJ6UH6Dic-CSORY9naOyEsjA]victorf@g...[/url
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:15 PM
To: basicstamps@egroups.com
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
the cable should just be a mouse ext.
what software are you using?
make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver try the dos
ver see if that helps.
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
can
> connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
once
> I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
> computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
special
> one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> properly. Thanks again.
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=L4SOU95i59Y-aY5HyBzNnUhJoA5aY9Y8wfx9Juwm-e9uHvt--dd8PdDJ6UH6Dic-CSORY9naOyEsjA]victorf@g...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> you must have the power supply connected.
> or the 9 v batt.
> if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
>
>
> > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to send a
> test
> > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp. I
> went
> > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
stamp.
> > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
appeared
> > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having no
> > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and Receiving
> > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I
set
> > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed something
> in,
> > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell me
> what
> > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=L4SOU95i59Y-aY5HyBzNnUhJoA5aY9Y8wfx9Juwm-e9uHvt--dd8PdDJ6UH6Dic-CSORY9naOyEsjA]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > using the 9v
> > + to vin
> > - to vss
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> >
> >
> > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website,
but
> > for
> > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> purchased
> > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4
AA
> > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
connector.
> > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this
up
> to
> > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> > serial
> > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know
is
> > how
> > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> advance!
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I purchased
an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4 AA
battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery connector.
Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this up to
the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the serial
connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know is how
to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in advance!
Eric
3-3, 4-4, 5-5. You also need a short between pins 6 and 7 on the PC side so
the programmer will auto detect it (otherwise you have to manually select
the COM port).
Your file transfer cable is 2-3 3-2 etc. which will not work at all.
Regards,
Al Williams
AWC
* Floating point math for the Stamp, PIC, SX, or any microcontroller at
http://www.al-williams.com/awce/pak1.htm
>
Original Message
> From: Eric Schettler [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=8-lz9crpaKMqXN4xzT7d-fo17pyP4hPrwClLLEYyiofhEAFt1UoimS91GzqNdD-2edYwQ9PpRAl94_dcwnI]schettlee@p...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:50 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> The cable I'm using is a file transfer cable (a.k.a. serial cable). I had
> to buy a gender changer for the connection to match up with the stamp. I
> have now tried both the Windows and the DOS software. (When using the DOS
> software, I rebooted into DOS mode) Each time the program says it cannot
> find the hardware. I have tried modifying the COM ports in my BIOS setup,
> and still am unable to locate the Stamp 2 on the serial cable. I
> have tried
> connecting the cable to both COM ports -- 1 and 2. I continue to receive
> the error - hardware not found. Any other suggestions would be greatly
> appreciated! It's hard to stay motivated for a project if you
> don't see any
> forward movement. [noparse]:)[/noparse] Thanks in advance!
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=lVhm3Z9kGPf8KeMjndcZEQ9sDjBZadIyveWkCUgs41D_eheY5GPqd7zoR_2hiK8Gg3jZcSLsLw]victorf@g...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:15 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> the cable should just be a mouse ext.
> what software are you using?
> make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver
> try the dos
> ver see if that helps.
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
> question ever
>
>
> > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
> can
> > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
> once
> > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer
> between two
> > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
> special
> > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > properly. Thanks again.
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=lVhm3Z9kGPf8KeMjndcZEQ9sDjBZadIyveWkCUgs41D_eheY5GPqd7zoR_2hiK8Gg3jZcSLsLw]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > you must have the power supply connected.
> > or the 9 v batt.
> > if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
> >
> >
> > > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying
> to send a
> > test
> > > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the
> Stamp. I
> > went
> > > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
> stamp.
> > > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
> appeared
> > > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and
> was having no
> > > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and
> Receiving
> > > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I
> set
> > > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I
> typed something
> > in,
> > > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can
> someone tell me
> > what
> > > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=lVhm3Z9kGPf8KeMjndcZEQ9sDjBZadIyveWkCUgs41D_eheY5GPqd7zoR_2hiK8Gg3jZcSLsLw]victorf@g...[/url
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the
> simplest question
> > > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > using the 9v
> > > + to vin
> > > - to vss
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
> question ever
> > >
> > >
> > > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website,
> but
> > > for
> > > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> > purchased
> > > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4
> AA
> > > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
> connector.
> > > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this
> up
> > to
> > > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> > > serial
> > > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I
> need to know
> is
> > > how
> > > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> > advance!
> > > >
> > > > Eric
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp. I went
into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the stamp.
When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it appeared
that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having no
problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and Receiving
lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I set
the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed something in,
I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell me what
I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
Eric
Original Message
From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=38mb6DsGZGV-9oWdVIBHECplVEoMAl9q_0rG6C3uHc70tzENN_Zkx56oD1owtyN4ZFBcWLE6K9Cg]victorf@g...[/url
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
To: basicstamps@egroups.com
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
using the 9v
+ to vin
- to vss
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website, but
for
> the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I purchased
> an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4 AA
> battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery connector.
> Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this up to
> the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
serial
> connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know is
how
> to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in advance!
>
> Eric
>
>
>
>
>The cable I'm using is a file transfer cable (a.k.a. serial cable). I had
>to buy a gender changer for the connection to match up with the stamp. I
>have now tried both the Windows and the DOS software. (When using the DOS
>software, I rebooted into DOS mode)
Which Windows ??? 95, 98, 2000 ??
> Each time the program says it cannot
>find the hardware. I have tried modifying the COM ports in my BIOS setup,
>and still am unable to locate the Stamp 2 on the serial cable. I have tried
>connecting the cable to both COM ports -- 1 and 2. I continue to receive
>the error - hardware not found. Any other suggestions would be greatly
>appreciated! It's hard to stay motivated for a project if you don't see any
>forward movement. [noparse]:)[/noparse] Thanks in advance!
>
>Eric
>
>
Original Message
>From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=QScnZLk9jPQofT494_8tKN1ruBzpJMeSyDQiu66ZVcJPP3_OKapTFvmHGPXqoNWTPbgbyfT9Nw]victorf@g...[/url
>Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:15 PM
>To: basicstamps@egroups.com
>Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
>ever
>
>
>the cable should just be a mouse ext.
>what software are you using?
>make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver try the dos
>ver see if that helps.
>
Original Message
>From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
>To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
>Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
>Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
>
>
> > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
>can
> > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
>once
> > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
> > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
>special
> > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > properly. Thanks again.
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=QScnZLk9jPQofT494_8tKN1ruBzpJMeSyDQiu66ZVcJPP3_OKapTFvmHGPXqoNWTPbgbyfT9Nw]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > you must have the power supply connected.
> > or the 9 v batt.
> > if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
>ever
> >
> >
> > > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to send a
> > test
> > > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp. I
> > went
> > > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
>stamp.
> > > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
>appeared
> > > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having no
> > > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and Receiving
> > > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I
>set
> > > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed something
> > in,
> > > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell me
> > what
> > > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=QScnZLk9jPQofT494_8tKN1ruBzpJMeSyDQiu66ZVcJPP3_OKapTFvmHGPXqoNWTPbgbyfT9Nw]victorf@g...[/url
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > using the 9v
> > > + to vin
> > > - to vss
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> > >
> > >
> > > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website,
>but
> > > for
> > > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> > purchased
> > > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4
>AA
> > > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
>connector.
> > > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this
>up
> > to
> > > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> > > serial
> > > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to know
>is
> > > how
> > > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> > advance!
> > > >
> > > > Eric
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
Parallax. It includes the PIC16c57 programmed by Parallax and the 24LC168
EEPROM from Parallax (If that 2nd number is wrong, it is because my roommate
is sleeping, and all the light I have is the light from my monitor!). It
should be just like a regular BASIC Stamp 2, except for the fact that I can
unsolder anything on this board and replace it if any individual part goes
bad. This is a nice feature, considering the fact that I don't know exactly
what I'm doing yet, and very possibly could burn something out. [noparse]:)[/noparse]
The serial cable I am using is what I believe to be a data transfer cable.
I was looking in Best Buy yesterday, and saw a cable identical to mine using
the name File Transfer cable. I suppose this means I need to get another
cable. I can do that... It's just for the fact that I go to school in a
town of about 1500, and only one computer store. I will be surprised if I
can find a serial cable here! As for the Ohm meter, it may be a while
before I get one of them, as my monitor blew up this morning, and I was
lucky enough to have an old 12 inch sitting around. I will probably be
spending my money on a new monitor first! [noparse]:)[/noparse] I REALLY appreciate all the
help. I kinda got into this robotics stuff about a month ago, and I'm
really getting pumped about it. The problem is that I don't really know
where to start. I figure I'm doing pretty good by getting the stamp. My
next goal is to get something on it. [noparse];)[/noparse] Thanks again for all the help
everyone has provided me thus far... I would still be lost as to how to
power the stamp if it were not for all of you. May all your roboting
efforts be successes! [noparse]:)[/noparse]
Eric
Original Message
From: Dale Harwood [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=tZBVKxRFJuG6LQoc5l5NzqLcc_DK1xdHthqy0-RFIgAZLhsyaoZjAsbM-wVLTdqVMbHc9NfsnkQ]dale@h...[/url
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 11:06 AM
To: basicstamps@egroups.com
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
On Sun, 17 Sep 2000, Eric Schettler wrote:
> The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
can
> connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
once
> I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between two
> computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
special
> one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> properly. Thanks again.
>
> Eric
Several issues....
1- by OEM stamp 2 do you mean discrete parts ? IE,
16c57(programmed by parallax) , max232, resonator, and eeprom ( can't
remember the number ) ?
If this is the case then does it have a 5v regulator. If it does, you need
to use the 9v battery and apply it to the input of the regulator. If not,
you need to supply the stamp 5vdc.
2- The serial cable. If it is one designed to be used as a "file xfer"
cable it is probably a null modem cable with tx/rx and rts/cts rolled. You
need a straight thru cable. You can verify this with an ohm meter.
Hope this helps,
Dale Harwood [noparse][[/noparse] N4VFF ]
internet> dale@h...
ax.25> n4vff@n4vff.#cha.tn.usa.noam
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
>I was looking in Best Buy yesterday, and saw a cable identical to mine
using
>the name File Transfer cable. I suppose this means I need to get another
>cable. I can do that... It's just for the fact that I go to school in a
>town of about 1500, and only one computer store.
If that store happens to be a Rat Shack, they might have a "DB9M-DB9F null
modem adapter", part #26-264. Use that between the "File transfer cable"
and the Stamp. Or get a straight-thru ("modem") cable, part #26-117 to use
instead.
Hope this helps
Vic
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had to flash my bios and install some win98 patches to get the blame thing
to work. Why not try a simple pin for pin serial cable. Do you get other
devices to work on your serial port? I have had similar problems and know
for sure that they can be resolved.
Good luck,
Gary
g.shearer@v...
Free Electron Laser Research Center
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:50 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> The cable I'm using is a file transfer cable (a.k.a. serial cable). I had
> to buy a gender changer for the connection to match up with the stamp. I
> have now tried both the Windows and the DOS software. (When using the DOS
> software, I rebooted into DOS mode) Each time the program says it cannot
> find the hardware. I have tried modifying the COM ports in my BIOS setup,
> and still am unable to locate the Stamp 2 on the serial cable. I have
tried
> connecting the cable to both COM ports -- 1 and 2. I continue to receive
> the error - hardware not found. Any other suggestions would be greatly
> appreciated! It's hard to stay motivated for a project if you don't see
any
> forward movement. [noparse]:)[/noparse] Thanks in advance!
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=2c08nyiZ6jQKVEzgnfGxZsYpTzSI0NnvfKcJOJr6LljnSQL9_LxxL61M8AsST2ZepeFckOdlYgA]victorf@g...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:15 PM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> the cable should just be a mouse ext.
> what software are you using?
> make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver try the
dos
> ver see if that helps.
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
>
>
> > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
> can
> > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
> once
> > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between
two
> > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
> special
> > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > properly. Thanks again.
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=2c08nyiZ6jQKVEzgnfGxZsYpTzSI0NnvfKcJOJr6LljnSQL9_LxxL61M8AsST2ZepeFckOdlYgA]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > you must have the power supply connected.
> > or the 9 v batt.
> > if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
> >
> >
> > > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to send
a
> > test
> > > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp.
I
> > went
> > > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
> stamp.
> > > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
> appeared
> > > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was having
no
> > > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and
Receiving
> > > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When I
> set
> > > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed
something
> > in,
> > > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell
me
> > what
> > > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this way!
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=2c08nyiZ6jQKVEzgnfGxZsYpTzSI0NnvfKcJOJr6LljnSQL9_LxxL61M8AsST2ZepeFckOdlYgA]victorf@g...[/url
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
question
> > > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > using the 9v
> > > + to vin
> > > - to vss
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
> > >
> > >
> > > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's website,
> but
> > > for
> > > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> > purchased
> > > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a 4
> AA
> > > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
> connector.
> > > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook this
> up
> > to
> > > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and the
> > > serial
> > > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to
know
> is
> > > how
> > > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> > advance!
> > > >
> > > > Eric
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
of the OEM Stamp II kits to have a 50 MHz resonator insted of a 20 MHz
resonator rendering the the assembly inoperable. Parallax made a mistake in
the kitting Dept. and inadvertently included 50 MHz resonators. Check the
resonator and make sure it has a 20 on it and not 50. I had the similar
problem and Parallax is quite aware of the situation since I was the one
that notified them of the problem. If so, email them and ask for a
replacememt resonator. I had exactly the same problem on 4 out of 5 OEM
Stamp II kits I built. You will get the error message Stamp II detected but
not responding, check power supply. I am almost certain that this is your
problem. Let me know if it is so.
Good Luck,
Gary
g.shearer@v...
Free Electron Laser Research Center
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 11:31 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> By OEM stamp 2, I meant I actually purchased the OEM BASIC Stamp 2 from
> Parallax. It includes the PIC16c57 programmed by Parallax and the 24LC168
> EEPROM from Parallax (If that 2nd number is wrong, it is because my
roommate
> is sleeping, and all the light I have is the light from my monitor!). It
> should be just like a regular BASIC Stamp 2, except for the fact that I
can
> unsolder anything on this board and replace it if any individual part goes
> bad. This is a nice feature, considering the fact that I don't know
exactly
> what I'm doing yet, and very possibly could burn something out. [noparse]:)[/noparse]
>
> The serial cable I am using is what I believe to be a data transfer cable.
> I was looking in Best Buy yesterday, and saw a cable identical to mine
using
> the name File Transfer cable. I suppose this means I need to get another
> cable. I can do that... It's just for the fact that I go to school in a
> town of about 1500, and only one computer store. I will be surprised if I
> can find a serial cable here! As for the Ohm meter, it may be a while
> before I get one of them, as my monitor blew up this morning, and I was
> lucky enough to have an old 12 inch sitting around. I will probably be
> spending my money on a new monitor first! [noparse]:)[/noparse] I REALLY appreciate all the
> help. I kinda got into this robotics stuff about a month ago, and I'm
> really getting pumped about it. The problem is that I don't really know
> where to start. I figure I'm doing pretty good by getting the stamp. My
> next goal is to get something on it. [noparse];)[/noparse] Thanks again for all the help
> everyone has provided me thus far... I would still be lost as to how to
> power the stamp if it were not for all of you. May all your roboting
> efforts be successes! [noparse]:)[/noparse]
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: Dale Harwood [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=Z4O0g9nycCbqVHAd0ituYH-niRlvIzO71dVQs_pYlJprhTEIG4fSPPt7GGEqv-xk8tURB1RjxOM]dale@h...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 11:06 AM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> On Sun, 17 Sep 2000, Eric Schettler wrote:
>
> > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
> can
> > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
> once
> > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between
two
> > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
> special
> > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > properly. Thanks again.
> >
> > Eric
>
> Several issues....
>
> 1- by OEM stamp 2 do you mean discrete parts ? IE,
> 16c57(programmed by parallax) , max232, resonator, and eeprom ( can't
> remember the number ) ?
>
> If this is the case then does it have a 5v regulator. If it does, you need
> to use the 9v battery and apply it to the input of the regulator. If not,
> you need to supply the stamp 5vdc.
>
> 2- The serial cable. If it is one designed to be used as a "file xfer"
> cable it is probably a null modem cable with tx/rx and rts/cts rolled. You
> need a straight thru cable. You can verify this with an ohm meter.
>
> Hope this helps,
>
>
> Dale Harwood [noparse][[/noparse] N4VFF ]
>
> internet> dale@h...
>
> ax.25> n4vff@n4vff.#cha.tn.usa.noam
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(Roommate is sleeping), it looks like 20.00X. I think this must be the
right one. I am having problems downloading information to the stamp
though. It sees the stamp, but now is telling me that it isn't powered. I
checked my power supply, but it appears fine. I know the stamp WAS working
for the most part, but this is a newly developed problem now. Just before
it started complaining about my power supply, I was trying to download a
complete program to it. It would never let me transfer the program if it
was complete. All it took to complete the program is the following code:
again:
goto again
If I tried to transfer that, it would have problems. HOWEVER, if I removed
the goto line, it would work fine. I could put in 50 lines of
documentation, and 6 variable declarations. It would never complain until
it found a piece of code it could actually use. I'm having tons of
problems, and I'm not liking it. This is my first stamp project. I have
great plans for the future, but for now, I just want to get an LED to light
up during a loop. I can't do that if I can't even transfer good code to the
stamp! I AM using Windows 98, and I have the latest BIOS upgrade. I know
for a fact though that this BIOS is horrible. My computer locks up
frequently, and it's all because of the motherboard video. Maybe it has a
problem with the serial ports as well. I guess I don't know about that. I
appreciate the message, as I'm still having problems. If anyone else can
throw a message my way about what I could be doing wrong, I would LOVE to
hear about it. Since I'm new to this stuff, I really have no clue. I'm
sure that if you've done ANYTHING with the stamp, you have more knowledge
than me. Thanks again for the note, and I hope to hear from you again soon
with a solution to my problem! [noparse]:)[/noparse]
Thanks!
Eric
Original Message
From: G. Shearer [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=WO-QFei5I-nkJQB9uKO0rqSU4gVLyx6i6GHzFsF6EKp9GbB7TlJpvOgzMCUyLhCjjUJEhmEbtpPG2LfIJeUlAXg]g.shearer@v...[/url
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2000 12:42 AM
To: basicstamps@egroups.com
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
Forgot to tell you in an earlier message. Very important news. I found some
of the OEM Stamp II kits to have a 50 MHz resonator insted of a 20 MHz
resonator rendering the the assembly inoperable. Parallax made a mistake in
the kitting Dept. and inadvertently included 50 MHz resonators. Check the
resonator and make sure it has a 20 on it and not 50. I had the similar
problem and Parallax is quite aware of the situation since I was the one
that notified them of the problem. If so, email them and ask for a
replacememt resonator. I had exactly the same problem on 4 out of 5 OEM
Stamp II kits I built. You will get the error message Stamp II detected but
not responding, check power supply. I am almost certain that this is your
problem. Let me know if it is so.
Good Luck,
Gary
g.shearer@v...
Free Electron Laser Research Center
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee
Original Message
From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 11:31 PM
Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> By OEM stamp 2, I meant I actually purchased the OEM BASIC Stamp 2 from
> Parallax. It includes the PIC16c57 programmed by Parallax and the 24LC168
> EEPROM from Parallax (If that 2nd number is wrong, it is because my
roommate
> is sleeping, and all the light I have is the light from my monitor!). It
> should be just like a regular BASIC Stamp 2, except for the fact that I
can
> unsolder anything on this board and replace it if any individual part goes
> bad. This is a nice feature, considering the fact that I don't know
exactly
> what I'm doing yet, and very possibly could burn something out. [noparse]:)[/noparse]
>
> The serial cable I am using is what I believe to be a data transfer cable.
> I was looking in Best Buy yesterday, and saw a cable identical to mine
using
> the name File Transfer cable. I suppose this means I need to get another
> cable. I can do that... It's just for the fact that I go to school in a
> town of about 1500, and only one computer store. I will be surprised if I
> can find a serial cable here! As for the Ohm meter, it may be a while
> before I get one of them, as my monitor blew up this morning, and I was
> lucky enough to have an old 12 inch sitting around. I will probably be
> spending my money on a new monitor first! [noparse]:)[/noparse] I REALLY appreciate all the
> help. I kinda got into this robotics stuff about a month ago, and I'm
> really getting pumped about it. The problem is that I don't really know
> where to start. I figure I'm doing pretty good by getting the stamp. My
> next goal is to get something on it. [noparse];)[/noparse] Thanks again for all the help
> everyone has provided me thus far... I would still be lost as to how to
> power the stamp if it were not for all of you. May all your roboting
> efforts be successes! [noparse]:)[/noparse]
>
> Eric
>
>
Original Message
> From: Dale Harwood [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=Ix6Bm8YbL-cFgyGPP_Nn5br-7PIlPcR6yHcRvNUaRyOUOPwPuBQtX7L0SFGdLs-e9MNPV7fO]dale@h...[/url
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 11:06 AM
> To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
>
>
> On Sun, 17 Sep 2000, Eric Schettler wrote:
>
> > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into the
> > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that I
> can
> > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own programs
> once
> > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The serial
> > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between
two
> > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
> special
> > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > properly. Thanks again.
> >
> > Eric
>
> Several issues....
>
> 1- by OEM stamp 2 do you mean discrete parts ? IE,
> 16c57(programmed by parallax) , max232, resonator, and eeprom ( can't
> remember the number ) ?
>
> If this is the case then does it have a 5v regulator. If it does, you need
> to use the 9v battery and apply it to the input of the regulator. If not,
> you need to supply the stamp 5vdc.
>
> 2- The serial cable. If it is one designed to be used as a "file xfer"
> cable it is probably a null modem cable with tx/rx and rts/cts rolled. You
> need a straight thru cable. You can verify this with an ohm meter.
>
> Hope this helps,
>
>
> Dale Harwood [noparse][[/noparse] N4VFF ]
>
> internet> dale@h...
>
> ax.25> n4vff@n4vff.#cha.tn.usa.noam
>
> #include <std_disclaimer.h>
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function before downloading code. Otherwise it says it can not find the
stamp. Once I run the ID it locates the stamp fine.
-MH-
Original Message
From: "G. Shearer" <g.shearer@v...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2000 1:22 AM
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> Are you using windows 98? There seems to be trouble with the serial ports.
I
> had to flash my bios and install some win98 patches to get the blame thing
> to work. Why not try a simple pin for pin serial cable. Do you get other
> devices to work on your serial port? I have had similar problems and know
> for sure that they can be resolved.
> Good luck,
> Gary
>
> g.shearer@v...
> Free Electron Laser Research Center
> Vanderbilt University
> Nashville, Tennessee
>
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:50 PM
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
>
>
> > The cable I'm using is a file transfer cable (a.k.a. serial cable). I
had
> > to buy a gender changer for the connection to match up with the stamp.
I
> > have now tried both the Windows and the DOS software. (When using the
DOS
> > software, I rebooted into DOS mode) Each time the program says it
cannot
> > find the hardware. I have tried modifying the COM ports in my BIOS
setup,
> > and still am unable to locate the Stamp 2 on the serial cable. I have
> tried
> > connecting the cable to both COM ports -- 1 and 2. I continue to
receive
> > the error - hardware not found. Any other suggestions would be greatly
> > appreciated! It's hard to stay motivated for a project if you don't see
> any
> > forward movement. [noparse]:)[/noparse] Thanks in advance!
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=CAJu5ofpq0qkD7vaXheOWtuZq3XAPyB8jvo2HidL9B7a8qUXp_4Vry_N5GVPuQ74i9DUL-s]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:15 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > the cable should just be a mouse ext.
> > what software are you using?
> > make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver try the
> dos
> > ver see if that helps.
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
> > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
> >
> >
> > > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into
the
> > > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that
I
> > can
> > > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own
programs
> > once
> > > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The
serial
> > > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between
> two
> > > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
> > special
> > > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > > properly. Thanks again.
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=CAJu5ofpq0qkD7vaXheOWtuZq3XAPyB8jvo2HidL9B7a8qUXp_4Vry_N5GVPuQ74i9DUL-s]victorf@g...[/url
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
question
> > > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > you must have the power supply connected.
> > > or the 9 v batt.
> > > if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> > > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
question
> > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to
send
> a
> > > test
> > > > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp.
> I
> > > went
> > > > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
> > stamp.
> > > > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
> > appeared
> > > > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was
having
> no
> > > > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and
> Receiving
> > > > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When
I
> > set
> > > > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed
> something
> > > in,
> > > > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell
> me
> > > what
> > > > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this
way!
> > > >
> > > > Eric
> > > >
> > > >
Original Message
> > > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=CAJu5ofpq0qkD7vaXheOWtuZq3XAPyB8jvo2HidL9B7a8qUXp_4Vry_N5GVPuQ74i9DUL-s]victorf@g...[/url
> > > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
> question
> > > > ever
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > using the 9v
> > > > + to vin
> > > > - to vss
> > > >
Original Message
> > > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > > > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's
website,
> > but
> > > > for
> > > > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> > > purchased
> > > > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a
4
> > AA
> > > > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
> > connector.
> > > > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook
this
> > up
> > > to
> > > > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and
the
> > > > serial
> > > > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to
> know
> > is
> > > > how
> > > > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> > > advance!
> > > > >
> > > > > Eric
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
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>
>
download the code. Any clues?
Original Message
From: Michael Hendricks [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=iv-g2u7qNiS_UVcHxtIoUXLYtzX-xC0B8ev4k8SxPhP9o4cNgiDTNMi8m1O2XY0OVGCWQrsqx04s6g]mjh80@b...[/url
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2000 1:15 AM
To: basicstamps@egroups.com
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
I have noticed using the windows version often I have use hit the "ID"
function before downloading code. Otherwise it says it can not find the
stamp. Once I run the ID it locates the stamp fine.
-MH-
Original Message
From: "G. Shearer" <g.shearer@v...>
To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2000 1:22 AM
Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question ever
> Are you using windows 98? There seems to be trouble with the serial ports.
I
> had to flash my bios and install some win98 patches to get the blame thing
> to work. Why not try a simple pin for pin serial cable. Do you get other
> devices to work on your serial port? I have had similar problems and know
> for sure that they can be resolved.
> Good luck,
> Gary
>
> g.shearer@v...
> Free Electron Laser Research Center
> Vanderbilt University
> Nashville, Tennessee
>
>
Original Message
> From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:50 PM
> Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
ever
>
>
> > The cable I'm using is a file transfer cable (a.k.a. serial cable). I
had
> > to buy a gender changer for the connection to match up with the stamp.
I
> > have now tried both the Windows and the DOS software. (When using the
DOS
> > software, I rebooted into DOS mode) Each time the program says it
cannot
> > find the hardware. I have tried modifying the COM ports in my BIOS
setup,
> > and still am unable to locate the Stamp 2 on the serial cable. I have
> tried
> > connecting the cable to both COM ports -- 1 and 2. I continue to
receive
> > the error - hardware not found. Any other suggestions would be greatly
> > appreciated! It's hard to stay motivated for a project if you don't see
> any
> > forward movement. [noparse]:)[/noparse] Thanks in advance!
> >
> > Eric
> >
> >
Original Message
> > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=hfu-QA7J_ZlIkgKgxW0zXlOHlSgg5jRnw8KwTWq1L03lFCCT0FGoN9ds55AHuFGRqDsUXSLIuA]victorf@g...[/url
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:15 PM
> > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> > ever
> >
> >
> > the cable should just be a mouse ext.
> > what software are you using?
> > make sure it's for the for the stamp 2 if you have the win ver try the
> dos
> > ver see if that helps.
> >
Original Message
> > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 7:39 PM
> > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
> >
> >
> > > The power supply is connected, and the serial cable is plugged into
the
> > > stamp and computer. I just opened a pre-written program supplied by
> > > parallax. I would like to just stick that on the stamp to verify that
I
> > can
> > > connect to the stamp and program it. I will be writing my own
programs
> > once
> > > I can tell I can actually use them. What am I doing wrong? The
serial
> > > cable is just a cable I purchased years ago for file transfer between
> two
> > > computers. Am I able to use this cable, or do I need to purchase a
> > special
> > > one from parallax? So far as I can tell, I have everything hooked up
> > > properly. Thanks again.
> > >
> > > Eric
> > >
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=hfu-QA7J_ZlIkgKgxW0zXlOHlSgg5jRnw8KwTWq1L03lFCCT0FGoN9ds55AHuFGRqDsUXSLIuA]victorf@g...[/url
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 4:31 PM
> > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
question
> > > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > you must have the power supply connected.
> > > or the 9 v batt.
> > > if you have a reset button use it before trying to program
> > >
Original Message
> > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 9:27 PM
> > > Subject: RE: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
question
> > ever
> > >
> > >
> > > > Ok, thanks! I have another question now though. I am trying to
send
> a
> > > test
> > > > program to the stamp, but the program says it cannot find the Stamp.
> I
> > > went
> > > > into debug mode, trying to play around and see if I could read the
> > stamp.
> > > > When I set the port to COM 1 (what the stamp is hooked up to), it
> > appeared
> > > > that the stamp was echoing everything I was typing in, and was
having
> no
> > > > problem with the connection. I saw both the transmission and
> Receiving
> > > > lights in the debugger lighting up when I typed something in. When
I
> > set
> > > > the connection to COM 2, I received no responce. When I typed
> something
> > > in,
> > > > I did not see the text echoing back to the screen. Can someone tell
> me
> > > what
> > > > I am probably doing wrong? I would appreciate any help sent this
way!
> > > >
> > > > Eric
> > > >
> > > >
Original Message
> > > > From: victor faria [noparse]/noparse]mailto:[url=http://forums.parallaxinc.com/group/basicstamps/post?postID=hfu-QA7J_ZlIkgKgxW0zXlOHlSgg5jRnw8KwTWq1L03lFCCT0FGoN9ds55AHuFGRqDsUXSLIuA]victorf@g...[/url
> > > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 3:59 PM
> > > > To: basicstamps@egroups.com
> > > > Subject: Re: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest
> question
> > > > ever
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > using the 9v
> > > > + to vin
> > > > - to vss
> > > >
Original Message
> > > > From: "Eric Schettler" <schettlee@p...>
> > > > To: <basicstamps@egroups.com>
> > > > Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2000 8:53 PM
> > > > Subject: [noparse][[/noparse]basicstamps] newbie asking probably the simplest question
> ever
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > > Ok... I have tried to read the documentation on Parallax's
website,
> > but
> > > > for
> > > > > the life of me, I cannot figure out how to power up my stamp. I
> > > purchased
> > > > > an OEM stamp 2, and have two types of power supplies. One being a
4
> > AA
> > > > > battery holder (6 volts) and the other being a 9-volt battery
> > connector.
> > > > > Can anyone give me any information on how I am supposed to hook
this
> > up
> > > to
> > > > > the stamp? I have the stamp connected to my own breadboard, and
the
> > > > serial
> > > > > connection to my computer is build in to the OEM. All I need to
> know
> > is
> > > > how
> > > > > to power the stamp so I can download a program to it! Thanks in
> > > advance!
> > > > >
> > > > > Eric
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
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> > > >
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