Hi, I read all the post but i didn’t see any of them semillar with my problem.
I tried to connect the SSC-32 to BOT BOARD 2 (which has Atom24 chip on it) which is connected to PC by a serial cable. I used basicMicro IDE and also basicMicro Pro IDE to program. The error message keep saying “could not find atom”. I trouble shoot by:
changed the “Reset hold time” from 0 to 100
battery power is connected
Serial cable is connected to a PC with winXP
There is another interested point is that the bot board could be progamed by BASICX 2.10 software (.bxp extention). But I want to program with (.bas extention) so i used BasicMicro IDE but no way to connect them.
Is it posible that the problem will be solved if i get the Atom28 micro chip? I just want to build hexapod 6 legs (12 servos). i think Atom 24 is good enough right?
I really stuck. could any expert give me a hint to solve problem?
You can’t use the Atom Pro IDE with a Basic Atom 24. You must use an IDE for the (not pro) Atom. They have a new IDE called Basic Micro Studio. It handles all Atom Chips. So the first thing you need to do is get the right IDE. Then we can talk…
Have you tried selecting BasicAtom-24 using the BasicMicro Atom IDE?
Also make sure the 24-pin part is properly inserted into the 28-pin socket!
A pix will help us help you, although there is a short “probationary” period (what is it, 24 hrs and 2 posts??) before you will be able to post a link to your pix.
thanks for all the replying but i tried all of them before i post my topic
I downloaded and used Basic Micro Studio but same problem occured. As i know the Basic Micro Studio is just a combination of Basic Micro Pro and Basic Micro Atom
I’m sure the Atom 24 is properly connected to the 28 pins socket by pin #1 indication
Aslo on the Basic Micro IDE software, the Atom 24 is seclected before the excecution
The programming for an Atom is very timing dependent. The serial port must be configured for optimal operation. However a basic stamp or basic x device may program ok with a slower unoptimized serial port.
It covers SSC-32 connection issues as well as Basic Atom programming issues. The information applies to both. Make sure the read write buffers for the serial port driver are set to the same value. This has fixed slow port before.
There is no reason to buy a different micro unless the one you have is defective. Do you have access to a different PC to try?
Assuming there is no problem with the Atom chip and Bot Board II circuitry then the only other possible cause is the PC’s serial port must have a speed problem.
This has been fixed with a motherboard driver update before.
Also make sure the battery is fully charged! I can’t believe how many people reported changing the battery fixed a programming issue.
I disconnected the SCC-32. Now, the bot board is just connected to the serial port for minimizing the problem.
My serial cable-9pins is came along with the BasicX Development Station packet so i think it is good enough rite?
I tried to connect on another computer as you sugguested but still the same problem. The computer has 1.7 GHz processer, 80 GBz hard drive
the battery is just fully charged over night
i read the your link too, but cant help
The problem has been occurred for 3 days. it driving my headach. It seems very easy but don’t know why it just can’t be connected. Sorry, if it brings you headach too. However,i’ll never give up
The Basic-X serial cable may not have all the wires in it for a standard serial cable. Depending on the board you are using you will need the TX,RX,RTS and/or DTR lines in your serial cable or you will never be able to connect to the ATOM to program it because it will never get reset to go into bootloader mode. I highly recommend you get a standard serial cable from a local store.
Also reset hold times can be between 5 and 75 depending on the PC. Most work fine at 25.
If the module doesn’t work with 5.3.1.5 or Studio(try them both) with a standard serial cable and with not servos attached(this is important if you are programming from battery power) then there may well be a problem with the module.
You can either send it back to us(Basicmicro) in that case, or talk with Jim about returning it to him for replacement.
i have the same problem but with a basic atom pro, i made a unidirectional connection with my SCC-32, i also put in a ps2 controller receiver at the same time i did this, my ps2 controller clicks when everythings powered on (not sure if this is right) but it stops when i attempt to connect to the atom then starts again. im using serial to usb(worked fine with just SCC-32) my theory is that since im using my battery to power my SCC-32 and my BB2 there is insufficient power
For PowerPod or Sequecer programs to talk to the SSC-32, they need a bidirectional connection, as they look for a response to the “ver” command. Only a single XMIT line from the BB2 to the SSC-32 is needed (ground, of course).
To program the Atom Basic Pro, I think you need a bidirectional connection as well, as the program looks for a valid 'Pro chip.
You might check which pins the PS2 is connected to just to be sure. I think the “chirp” or “click” you hear is a reset command being sent to the uP, this may float the pin going to the speaker. You DO need a good power supply to the uP (Atom), do not attempt programming with a failing battery!
i tried disconnecting the connection with the SSC-32, no help, same with connecting my battery directly to the BB2, im going to attempt most everything in the stickied thread on this problem, thanks
edit: this is whats in my port settings
Bits per second, with choices from 75 to 128000(varying increments)
Data bits: choices 4-8
Parity:eve, odd, none, mark, space
Stop bits: 1, 1.5, 2
Flow control:Xon/Xoff, hardware, or none
Advanced settings lets me change the receive and transmit buffer and the com port number
I attempted changing the com port number and setting receive and transmit to 1
@ RandomFish I’ve read through your posts, but you never mention actually programming the Atom Chip. The clicking sound you are hearing is the test program installed at the factory. It means you have not downloaded a program into your Atom chip.
Please provide more information.
What are you making?
What IDE are you using?
What program are you trying to install onto the Atom chip?
Serial port or USB to serial cable?
If USB what brand, which chip set?
Anything you can think of to allow us to help you more effectively.
It doesn’t detect it, yes its installed properly, and i understand the clicking thing.
I’m making something like a biped pete junior.
Using the basic atom pro ide.
I’m just trying to get the test program working(3 beeps)
As i stated earlier, usb to serial(dynex DX-UBDB9)
i tried disconnecting both the scc-32 and ps2 receiver, and using a brand new 9v, my reveice/transmit rate are set to the same number, ive tried 4/4 and 8/8, occasionaly the atom pro is detected but when i attempt to program it, its not longer there, the a, b and c lights on the bb2 all blink and green power holds steady, the lights stop when attempting to connect
Thanks for the additional info. Sorry I missed the cable part number. Looks like we may need to get Basic Micro involved, cause I’m running out of ideas here.
Oh! are you using a laptop, and if so there may be issues with the USB port providing enough current for programming an Atom. Some require a powered hub to program through. Have you looked at the Serial / usb to serial port troubleshooting guide? Please read it all as both the Atom programming and SSC-32 control problems can be inter related.
i am on a laptop, i forgot to type that, sorry, i took my robot to a desktop to try a fully powered usb port(no luck with different usb ports), turns out the desktop has a serial port, it works wonderfully with it
