How to parse string like "FF33BB" to 3 bytes ? ..for LEDStripe
Hi, in my code i want so set the color for a rgb led stripe. I use the WS2811Driver library. I tried this but it doesn't work: // blink_strip - ws2811 led strip blink example // 11-15-2012 Initial...
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PWM glitches, Analog Write
Hi, Playing around with AnalogWrite and my scope: This little script toggles between two duty cycles: const int analogOutPin = 9; void setup() { pinMode (analogOutPin,OUTPUT); } void loop() {...
View ArticleMSP-EXP430G2 - USB serial problems
Hello, I'm having problems with the USB-serial connection with the MSP-EXP430G2 launchpad. It appears to be a software/driver issue of some kind. I have tried reinstalling drivers for the launchpad....
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RandomElectrons LP10062
Hi Guys, It's been quite a while since I was really active on the board (dang work!) so I thought I would take some time to make something that I could contribute back to the community. I put...
View ArticleAnyone using TI-RTOS?
I have been researching TI-RTOS and now I am wondering if anyone is really using it. Here's the Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SYS/BIOS Apparently, it has the BSD license now. Can...
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Smart coaster project.
Hi, This is my first "serious" project. I want to build a coaster, which will measure the temperature of your cup (be it hot tea , cold beer or even fresh hot soup;) ) and notify you when it...
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TMS0803/5 Emulating Calculator Build
There seems to be some interest in building this emulating calculator so I will start a build thread. I got introduced to a web based calculator emulation via this thread. I got interested and...
View ArticleRocket Badge Not Working
Hello, i just recieved a Rocket POV Badge at Maker faire NC, but i cannot seem to get it working. couls someone give me proper instructions on how to complete it? if this thread is in the wrong Sub,...
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ringLight. A WS2812 led based light for my 3d printer.
I built a 3d printer last year and needed a small light to illuminate the build area, this is what I came up with. I call it the ringLight. I thought about using an Adafruit Neopixel ring, but due to...
View ArticleButton use
Hi everybody, I'm new here and beginner in programming both C and MSP430. I'm trying to understand how to use the button on the TI MSP430 launchpad. The goal is only to light on the green LED...
View ArticleMPU6050 with MSP430G2launchpad
For all: I have a question with code first I have msp430G2553launchpad ,mpu6050 and I use the code from the website https://code.google.com/p/launchpad-stellaris-energia/wiki/Mpu6050Usage but, I...
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Custom EzFet Lite
I recently built my own ezFET lite based of the files that TI have made available. Update 9/06: Works "kinda" as expected. Board disconnects from USB when a target board is attached and is being...
View ArticleUsing I2C
Hi, I´m an electric engineer who is working on his final project and I am trying to link the MSP430 to the bluetooth device BLE113. I´ve been reading a lot and I´ve reached the conclusion that I will...
View ArticleAS3935 Lightning Detector
Hi. I'm a newbie to Energia. I have a code Written by Skye Sweeney for Lightning Detection on the Arduino. When used with the Arduino it compiles fine, but with Energia I get the following errors?;...
View ArticleTM4C1294XL Connected Launchpad Ethernet Port Pins
Hi folks, Does any one know which pins of the Connected Launchpad are using for the ethernet port? Based on the pin layout that provided by energia I could guess the ethernet is using SPI(4) but I...
View ArticleCall for Makers: Maker Faire New York
If you are within reasonable distance of NYC or feel like its time for a visit, I recommend checking out the World Maker Faire happening September 20 & 21 at NY Hall of Science. Even better, if...
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energia could not upload file in msp430f5529 (25MHz) borad
I compile the code in ttached file, the compilation run well. but when I upload the binary an error message is is shown : Binary sketch size: 1 251 bytes (of a 131 072 byte maximum) tilib:...
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IR remote controlled LED segment display
Hello, I needed a large 3 digit display with remote control. All available didn't fit my needs, were quite expensive or not flexible enough. So I decided to create my own inspired by products I...
View ArticleNew BoosterPacks - CC3100 & CC3200
Visited TI store this morning and noticed few new BPs CC3200-LAUNCHXL - SimpleLink Wi-Fi CC3200 LaunchPad CC3100BOOST - SimpleLink Wi-Fi CC3100 BoosterPack CC31XXEMUBOOST - Advanced Emulation...
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