Bioloid humanoid problem

[Dave]

Hi all, have assembled the humanoid and checked everything, and all is ok. But when i start to run any demo program walking, or the attack mode it always thinks there is something to the right side of its head. When in attack mode will continiuosly hit to the right.I put my hand in front which it tries to hit. Nothing happens when i do this to the left side.Soon as you stop it goes back to hitting right side again.
When walking it turns left all the time, or goes backwards.
I dont know what software version i have, wasnt sure if it was a faulty sensor or programming.Any help much appreciated! Apart from that the kit is amazing!!
Will try GUI soon.
Dave

[inaki]

I would suggest to write a simple program in BCP just to test the sensor.

If you have not changes the demo program I would tell you may have a faulty sensor.

[Dave]

What type of programme would i write? sorry not very up to date with all this just yet.
If you could post some quick simple info on what to write i will try it. I understand the the concept of BCP but would like some help to write it
Thanks

[Pev]

Hi Dave,

Attached is a link to a Behaviour Control Program that will help you test your sensor. Basically if you load it into your bioloid then run it all should be silent. Then as you move a hand or object within 2 to 3 cm of each sensor a different musical snippet should be played.

Sensor Test Prog
http://robosavvy.com/Builders/Pev/Sensor%20Test.bpg

Hope it Helps

Pev

[Dave]

Thanks Pev just tried it now and music plays straight away! The right sensors are crazy!
The left side does nothing, the front works but soon as you move the music for the right side starts again.
Faulty sensor??
What should i do?
Thanks!
Dave

[inaki]

Try to reset it to the factory values. Use Robot Terminal, select the CID of the AXS1 and send a RESET command.

[Pev]

Dave,

As Inaki says try a reset to factory defaults, may just be messed up in its non-volatile registers.

Pev

[Dave]

Is this easy?
Sorry for asking , im not totally sure thats all , and thanks for your help!!!
I appreciate soo much!!

[Pev]

Yeah its not to hard. The default CID for the sensor module is 100 I think. So have a look at the robot terminal stuff in the comprehensive quick start guide. That will detail how to run Robot Terminal and do the reset. My suggestion is to disconnect everything except the AX-S1 from the CM5 before you do this. JUst to be on the safe side.

Pev

[robosavvy]

Dave,
No deffective AXS1 have been reported so far but if you do as was previously instructed posted on this thread and still think the module is not working properly, please send an email to sales@robosavvy.com to arrange for a replacement.

[Dave]

Ok thanks will try that later on then when get home from work.
When i leave trhe AXS1 connected is it through the rear of the CM5 like for the humanoid. Sorry just double checking.
Thanks everyone for the help.
Will get round to having a play with the GUI and updated bioloid files for a better walking gait etc.
Thanks
Dave

[Pev]

Dave

The rear connector on the CM-5 is fine but any connector will work as they are all part of 1 serial bus.

Pev

[Dave]

Thanks again!
Quick other question where can you get replaceable cables etc for the bioloid. From running the test program, where it lies down, my bioloid has damaged the cable insulation. Plus i intend to develop ideas with the kit which may involve needing longer cables.
Thanks,
Sorry guys for so many newbie and some silly questions!
Bet regards
Dave

[JonHylands]

On my AX-12 page:

http://www.bioloid.info/tiki/tiki-index.php?page=AX-12+page

you can see the 3-connector plug and the crimp terminals you need to build wires, along with their Digikey reference.

The wires you choose need to be flexible, and big enough to carry the current all the servos on each "chain" will pull.

- Jon

[inaki]

Please note that you may find problems with communication if you use very long cables. Try to be moderate choosing your maximum length cable. The reason is the 1Mbps speed used in communications. I can't tell you which will be the maximum length, but don't be surprised if you find some failures with long cables.