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  1. Gimmick
    Hmmm yes, that's basically what it is/was. =|
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    When you save your record and give it a name and symbol -> there is on top a second menu, where you can assign the recorded movement to the numbered buttons 1-4 on the main control page.
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    But air alone would only slow down the motion, not push back to max length. I think it's both: internal spring + air pressure like 32181c05 , maybe with the spring inside the airtank - we need a X-Ray ;D After a few "mimimi" posting about blue pins I was curious, grey 3L pins would be nice :D
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    I'm pretty sure there are upsides and it's neither "playing with Lego all day" nor "designer-slavery". Most often: Don't turn your hobby into a job.
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    Milan/Grohl666 has a YT channel, so it seems to be ok for B-ZZ models and motorized builds (all MOCs on his channel were made a few years ago I think). It's basically like every other job. It's also not my decision what "products" we develop (I have to develop), but technical details leave enough room for personal development/creativity - a job can be done in many different ways, even if the type of wheels/color scheme is not your own decision. :) Some questions are related to his work. General impression: Next Model is XY -> collect ideas -> build different concepts -> talk about each concept -> build final model -> repeat ;)
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    Not even in the latest beta? Is there a release date? All libs/programs should (I don't think anyone is going to write a new firmware) be based on the official Lego BT protocol https://lego.github.io/lego-ble-wireless-protocol-docs/ So you can basically write all needed commands by your self or check some other projects and copy/paste (brickcontroller2 maybe) :D Edit: https://vouzamo.wordpress.com/2020/04/06/c-sdk-for-lego-bluetooth-le-hubs/amp/
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    Nice :) Other libs/solutions: Javscript: https://github.com/nathankellenicki/node-poweredup There seems to be an extension for scratch (at least for wedo/trainhubs) MicroPython: https://pybricks.com/ pybricks has a documention for technic motors with position reading https://docs.pybricks.com/en/latest/pupdevices.html But I'm not sure if it's already implemented in the latest beta.
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    If the button is broken, maybe it's easier to deactivate Bluetooth on the pad? If the hubs disconnect they turn off. Yes, I prefer tactile controls, too. But I also see the problem if you have to design one or multiple remotes for models with 1-8 motors ;) Besides the broken button on the ipad, what kind of problems do you have with the model?
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    =/ ok, looked fine a video. I have not tried it myself.
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    I think you can fix that by replacing the blue 3L pins with friction with 3L pins without friction or axles. So the friction does no add to the weight.
  11. Gimmick
    Unlike programs on PC apps on mobile/smartdevices ususally have no option for closing directly, you have to use the device/OS controls to close the app/switch to an app. I only have an android phone so I cannot tell you exactly what you have to do, sorry.
  12. Gimmick
    There is a program called "BrickController2"If you have a gamepad, you can use it with this app to control the Liebherr.It should be available in the apple app store. Videos with a configuration that fits the Liebherr controls are available on youtube (racingbrick I think). Yes, there are "blocks" for moving a defined distance forward or backward. But slots for direct access for programs in the main interface are limited. If you don't use this interface at all, you can of course use more programs. If you use BrickController2 and a gamepad with enough buttons, you can bind both motors on one button for driving straight farwards/backwards. If you don't own a gamepad maybe borrow one first to give it a try. But: BrickController2 can NOT be programmed with automated movements. I'm not sure, but wasn't the last step in the demo supposed to lift up the excavator? :) Anyway, no need to remove batteries in cases something went wrong. In the worst case (gears moved by hand,..) you should only have to calibrate again. After calibration every movement that works is supposed to work. Isn't there a symbol with three horizontal lines at the top left? There is a stop when a program is running and you are on the programming page. On the normal control-screen manual input should stop the program. The hubs turn off seconds after the connection is lost/program is closed. I do not think so. But there is a programming block, that lowers the showel exactly to the ground and you can capture own movements as program. Maybe you can create the desired movements this way. Programs on apple are closed this way: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201330
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    A few things about Cada: There is basically nothing wrong with cada electronics. Just keep in mind, that they are cheap for a reason. The error rate is pretty high - as of now. And there are 3(4?) different RC-systems from cada and I read (no own experience), that they are not compatible to each other. They produce their own parts. I would not say, that Cada is "On the Dark Side of the Brick". Cada/DoubleE is a normal company just like Lego or Cobi, they do not copy models - but their ideas are still often very much based on Lego (Lego: Boost+Ninjago = walking dragon; Cada: walking tiger and ape...) Catalog: http://en.doubleeagle.cc/download_list/downloadcategoryid=13&isMode=false.html Since they are originally an RC-model company, they go for "rc everything". The excavators are tracked racers with manual excavating functions etc... it's kind of silly x) and the cars are always very basic in terms of the technic design (nothing like the Porsche, Bugatti or Land Rover). But as a display model if some likes what it is: I see no reason against the Toyota. There are bricks whose design is protected, so the design of some bricks is different while the function is the same (sharp corners -> round corners etc..)
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    Maybe I'm not the only one who didn't know this: For connections between USB-device<->smartphone you need an OTG-Cable... :D So test with cable is delayed by 1-2 weeks :<
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    What I do/did: Installed "Bluetooth Auto Connect" Connected the gamepad In "Profiles": Checked "Media Audio (A2DP)" in "Devices": Selected the gamepad, checked "Media Audio (A2DP)", too. Scrolled down to "Advanced Options": "Continuous Connect" -> 2 Exit Bluetooth Auto Connect completely Deactivated Bluetooth on my phone Waited until the gamepad turns off completely Started "Bluetooth Auto Connect" It asked to turn on BT -> Yes Turned the gamepad on It connected Did not close "Bluetooth Auto Connect" -> started BC2 Loaded the profile -> turned the hub on I tested a few minutes again: Sometimes there are still small lags, but not those huge 3-4 seconds lags (until now of course, it's realy a strange problem). I ordered a cable now, that I need for my Wacom tablet anyway, and I hope gamepad <-> smartphone per usb cable is possible, too. As I have zero experience in developing software with BT connectivity, it's realy more "try and error and google" I switched to HID as it seems to be the standard profile for input devices -> lags again.
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    Again something on the Lag-Topic Android 8 Oreo: I found this If I follow this process everytime it seeeeeems (more experiences needed) to solve the problem.
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    I didn't mean the rotation of the controller, but the rotation of the thing where the buttons are placed on. - no idea how to discribe or call it :D //Edit Or did you mean the same? x) I currently don't see a solution for smooth and direct steering. Theoretically you can build a step wise speed/steering and full on/off and switch with the red button :D
  18. Gimmick
    Thumbs up for the video. So since the remote does only send a signal if a button is pressed, you can create a simple digital remote control? Loop over the remote input: 0 = stop, 1 = 100% speed, -1 = -100% speed. And for stearing we can basically use your "self calibrating" template. And the red stop-button can theoretically be used for turning lights on/off or rotating through different ports on the hub. Is there an extra output signal if you rotate the button on the controller?
  19. Gimmick
    yep... Just take a look at brands like "Mould King".. -.-
  20. Gimmick
    It's a very good offroader. Pricing: In my opinion, the problem with poweredup is, that you always have to pay for the whole feature-set, even if you don't need or want it. The possibilities with poweredup are great and I like it in general (I bouht the 42099 just because of poweredup), but now that thing exists there is no space for a simple and cheap RC-solution like IR was. If you want to be able to build big sets out of a lot small sets -> the small sets have to contain the same parts as the big sets... so basically small and cheap RC-models are dead and I just don't understand why Lego released the 42109 or 42099, poweredup need larger sets with more features to shine.
  21. Gimmick
    I have lags now, too. I tried two different settings with PoweredUp Technic Hub + Samsung Galaxy A5 + XBOX Gamepad: Speed on left analog stick, steering on right analog stick -> Huge lags sometimes. Speed on analog shoulder keys (foward right key, backwards left key) and steering on right analog stick -> no lags for now (but the car sometimes steers without any input, but that seems to be a Lego problem) Maybe this info helps somehow, I will try a few more things tomorrow.
  22. Gimmick
    For typical Buwizz-like touch interface, but with a bit more options (stepper mode for example) give Controlz a try. You can change the direction of rotation for each port.
  23. Gimmick
    Hmm what am I missing? The axles can be removed, they are still one stud out.
  24. Gimmick
    It looks like it's missing in the Playstore-App, website in browser shows it - for me in german.
  25. Gimmick
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.scn.BrickController2&amp;hl=en_US Scroll down to "Additional Information" -> Required Android: 4.4 and up
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