Hello,
My background is software development. Currently I’m working on a project which involve AL5B Arm. I googled but couldn’t find any example or tutorial for developing any Java or dot Net based software for this arm kit. Can anybody guide be to any java/.net library or beginners guide for developing with any of these languages?
Unfortunately we don’t have sample code for either of those languages.
You would need to create custom code. Fortunately the communication protocol for the SSC-32U is fairly straightforward.
Thanks for your quick reply. What I understood from that document is that instead of programming that board, we can send commands that will move the arm etc. I tried to send #5P1500S750 via COM6 but robot not responded. Are these commands for AL5B? If not, will you please guide me to any document where I can find proper commands for AL5B
There are several versions of each of the AL5 arms. Most versions come with the SSC-32U servo controller and one of each is based on the BotBoarduino (Arduino-based microcontroller). If you choose an arm with the SSC-32U, it is in fact as simple as sending those strings to position each servo. The SSC-32U is a dedicated servo controller and cannot be “programmed”; it only reacts to commands it receives. If you already have the arm, ensure the board is powered correctly and that the servo is plugged in the right way to pin #5. We would be happy to take a look at your setup if you can provide some images.
