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PropTool 2.9.3 fails loading a (not too) large P1 program

This is about the "Error: communication stalled due to system problem" that seems to happen sometimes. I started seeing that failure after installing V2.9.3, but only for some of my programs, and it...

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Boot issue with 5v on inputs

Hi all, It's been a long time. I'm using a FLiP module along with some external solid state relays for an automation project. These switch 5v to the inputs of the propeller, I use a 10k pull down...

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Help finding old audio synthesizer project

I’ve been searching for an old prop1 project that I think was modeled like the Casio CZ phase distortion keyboard. I think it was shipped with a bunch of patches. Does anyone know if this is real or...

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Music Synthesizer object with General MIDI sound set

Hello Propeller musicians I have worked on a Propeller music synthesizer, and will present here my result. The goal was to have a synthesizer object which is good enough to play MIDI files. For that...

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P1 Serial SBUS out Driver

Hello, I am looking for some PASM code(P1) on the subject. I want to control several servos over one line. Thanks. I have pasted the last status here.

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Reading a MAX 31855

Going to need a bit of help on this one. I am working with the M31855K and am trying to write a SPIN function to read the temperature of the type K sensor. I have found the Github example, but it...

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Propeller FLIP 32123 40pin dip package, where is SPI

Assembled the prototype board have the FLIP module there, now looking for info about programming the SPI? Im not finding a datasheet or info except for I2c I had called in and explained the SPI...

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Program the FLiP over WiFi using Spin Tools IDE

Hey there, just getting up to speed on Spin Tools IDE (great job by Marco) and created a video on programming the FLiP over WiFi:...

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? on Propeller Project Board schematic

I don't understand this. I know P1, P2 are the propeller pins on the board but what the heck are P161, P162 etc? I'm wanting to hook up a VGA connector. Aaron

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What you can do with the Flip Holiday Light Kit

@"Ken Gracey" I just couldn't resist. This is a fun little bundle you put together and it needed some xLights action. I will try and drop some code with a tutorial this weekend.

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Propeller emulator

Hi There, in looking for a propeller emulator I found GEAR and pPropellerSim. I'd like a vote for which are the pros and cons of them (or any other simulator not a debugger since I need to do some work...

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PULSIN_uS(PIN, State) / timeout

Hi, i often use the BS2_functions. One that is very easy for RC projects is the PULSIN_uS and used PULSIN_Clk. But when my transmitter is still off (no puls), the program who reads the puls, is not...

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WX ESP8266D on Propeller Activity Board (32910)

Hello All I'm working on a little project as have resurrected an older Activity Board I want to use the WiFi module for OTA programming and simple data display. I know (or at least seem to recall) on...

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No Propeller found on any serial port, using Propeller Proto Board

Hi, years i use for simple testing a Propeller Proto Board. Suddenly, from one day to the next, i had a problem finding the propeller (p1). The power on the board is ok, 5volt and 3,3volt. Nothing has...

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Programming a propeller I with a raspberry pi pico

Is there a way to program a Propeller I microcontroller with a Raspberry Pi Pico instead of the more expensive Prop Plug? Since both devices operate at 3.3V, and the Pico should be capable of emulating...

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Fastest one-way inter-Propeller transfer rate with 8 data lines

Hello all, here are the facts: I have a 0.5965 ms window in which to transfer 10,368 bytes via 8 data lines directly from one Propeller to another, both running on 104 MHz system clocks (9.6153...

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use high alarm with DS18B20

Trying to figure out how to sound an alarm if temp is above TH. Probably need help Aaron

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Better code in spin 1

There must be a shorter way to write something like this. Help! Thanks Aaron IFNOT secs//15 ReadRTC ELSEIFNOT secs//30 'read RTC 4 times per minute ReadRTC UpdateTemps 'UpdateTemps once per minute...

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P1 giveaway (continental USA only)

I have a Propeller manual + a C3 board + a Hydra manual for the first person who asks for them. Want to keep old but good stuff out of the landfill.

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My RTC clock set program seems to be corrupted

I been using DS3231 RTCs for a long time but now even after a lot of checking I can't seem to make the setting program work. It just wants to read out zeros after programming. Don't know if I...

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Propeller Activity Board WX

I’m back. After a few years, things sure have changed. I purchased an Activity board WX. And I can’t find any examples of how to use the A/D or D/A. No chip numbers … nothing. Any help would be...

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What ascii values do these characters represent ?

Having trouble trouble shooting my program as I can't figure out what values these represent in ASCII Table. The first 4 values are for variable lRegisterH which is a LONG, and the second is...

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"Vibe coding" Spin with Gemini

I've been working with LLMs out there in my regular work, and since the Open House is coming, I thought it might be fun to try working with Spin and seeing what one of them can do. Since Spin has been...

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Propeller Resource Index

Greetings everyone! To consolidate sticky threads and keep things more neat and tidy we're going to have thissticky thread where links to all relevant/useful information can be located. To that end if...

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Is there a Flip breakout board?

Is there a Flip breakout board, similar to this one? https://www.amazon.com/HiLetgo-Expansion-Sensor-Arduino-Duemilanove/dp/B00OLBDXC6/ Ideally with large capacitors for servos.

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PST Font problem?... A work around for drawing a grid

Hi, I tried to get fancy and draw a grid with my Calibration routine. I set this string to be printed using Parallax Serial Terminal. DAT Menu byte pst#CS," 4 channel calibration for 14 bits",13 byte "...

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P8X32A Emulation on Tang20K FPGA

I came across a newer, low-cost FPGA called the Tang20K. I'm wondering if anyone has experience with it and the feasibility of running P8X32A emulation on this platform. Parallax has provided the...

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spin code

what ide is needed to program in spin code?

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spin code

What is needed as far as a programmer to install the program?

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dual stepper motors

I have a small Mac-Cass telescope which I damaged by plugging into a power source which was twice the rated voltage and it ate the processor. It uses two stepper motors in the drive system. The...

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