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Propeller Demo Board

Propeller

$79.95

Propeller Documentation and Downloads

Check Propeller tool and documentation download form Parallax.com
Check Propeller datasheet
Check Connecting the BASIC Stamp To a AX-12 Dynamixel Bus rev1.2 (pdf) by John Raffensperger

What is a Propeller?

The Propeller chip makes it easy to rapidly develop embedded applications. Its eight processors (cogs) can operate simultaneously, either independently or cooperatively, sharing common resources through a central hub. The developer has full control over how and when each cog is employed; there is no compiler-driven or operating system-driven splitting of tasks among multiple cogs. A shared system clock keeps each cog on the same time reference, allowing for true deterministic timing and synchronization. Two programming languages are available: the easy-to-learn high-level Spin, and Propeller Assembly which can execute at up to 160 MIPS (20 MIPS per cog).

Propeller code and documentation

Parallax Propeller

Open Source Code, binaries, and documentation

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Propeller

DynaBus Archive [Date 2008.05.05 Time 01.19].zip The DynaBus embedded driver provides access to the Dynamixel 1Mbps 1/2 duplex serial bus. The zip file contains the source files (Assembly and SPIN) for the Parallax Propeller, Parallax STAMP source files, command set instructions to interface any microcontroller , Propeller stand alone operation files, Propeller debug routines, documentation, and a simple Windows serial port listener. A serial to RS-485 converter is required for connecting to a to an EX or RX servo.

If you have technical questions, please visit the CrustCrawler support forums

Parallax provides many open source solutions on the Propeller object exchange.

The following programs run on Windows and are designed for the use with the Dynamixel servo. The programs are compatible with a Propeller running the DynaBus driver (above). The Propeller is connected to your PC through the supplied USB cable. Please read the documentation in the DynaBus zip file for dynamixel bus connections.

Usb2Dynamixel Open Source VB.NET API (zip) The API runs on Windows and is connected to the Propeller through A PC USB port. The download contains 2 projects the Usb2Dynamixel API (dll) and unit test forms.The unit test forms provided developers with implementation examples. This API closely follows the Dynamixel command protocols. Therefore, reading the Dynamixel manual is a good way to get aquatinted with the commands. All VB.NET files are thoroughly commented and compatible with Microsoft's FREE VB Express.

USB2Dynamixel SDK - This SDK written by Robotis and provides interface guidance for LabVIEW, MATLAB, JAVA, Visual Basic, C/C++, C#, JAVA, Python.

Open source C# classes from Scott Ferguson at Forest Moon Productions. These .NET classes run from a Windows PC. Scott's classes are very well written and the documentation is excellent.

Dynamixel Commander is another creation from Forest Moon Productions. The Dynamixel Commander is a wonderful Dynamixel configuration tool.

 $79.95
$89.00
AX-12A / AX-18A Power Supply Kit

The AX-12 power supply is an ideal solution for any AX-12A / AX-18A network.

  • 9V 6A (54W)
  • P5 female barrel plug (positive center tap)
  • 3 prong power cable (US)
$19.00
AX-12A / AX-18A Power Harness

The AX power harness makes powering the AX-12A / AX-18A Smart Robotic Arm or any AX-12A/AX-18A network quick and easy! Combine this connector with CrustCrawler's AX-12A/AX-18A power supply for a complete AX power system.

  • 2.1mm male P5 barrel plug
  • AX-12A / AX-18A 3 pin molex connector for easy AX-12A / AX-18A and USB2Dynamixel connections