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    Lowest Power for 40X2 - Hibernate?

    Hi, I am working on a 40X2 project where I am trying to use the least possible power. I have found the hibernate command which seems ideal for what I want, as it uses very little power when it isn't running and is only awoken when an external stimulus is applied. However, it doesn't seem that...
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    Writing words into the scratchpad

    Hi, I am looking to write values of more than 255 into the scratchpad, preferably using the data commands, is this possible?
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    Picaxe Editor 6

    Hi, I am testing beta version 6.0.6.2 of the programming editor and thought I would list some feedback. Firstly, I am a big fan of the new "look". The functionality is better, it is good to be able to get at many more of the features now. I already use this preferentially over the old version...
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    trouble programming 40x2

    Hi, I am trying to program my SMD 40X2, but the PC can't even detect the firmware... I have done the usual checks, however, these have not helped. I have just looked on the terminal, and I can see the "hello I am you picaxe 40X2" string. I have tried entering data in the output buffer and it is...
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    smd programming socket eagle file

    Does anyone have an eagle library with the SMD programming socket?
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    40X2 eagle library

    Does anyone have a 40X2 part in eagle they would be happy to post? If it is the SMD version, then that would be even better, but I can get away with just a schematic part. Thanks.
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    Wireless transmission

    I want to transmit some data wirelessly, but I have a big constraint on the size of the product, so which method of wireless transmission has a transmitter with the smallest footprint. Price and power consumption are also factors. I don't need to transmit very much data and the speed is unlikely...
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    Labeling push to make buttons

    I know this is not really the right place to ask, but I couldn't think of any where else more appropriate. I have made a key pad with these buttons http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/products/3731678/?origin=PSF_116713|fp and I want to put numbers on the buttons, but I am not sure how as they are...
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    Programming for a daily function

    How would you code for the picaxe to do something at a certain time every day? I know you cant time for that long, so is there a way you can use the clock on the serial lcd displays? Thanks
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    standard serial OLED display Vs. Budget

    What is the difference between the budget and the standard OLED Display modules? I looked at the standard data sheet but it is wrong, so I can't compare it to the budget one.
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    Starting multiple programs in basic

    Hi, I have searched the manual but I can't find anything about starting multiple programs in basic? I know how to do it for flow charts but not in basic? I am using an 18M2 if that helps? Thanks again!
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    looping a program

    Hi, a really quick question, if I want to make a program loop a set amount of times and then goto... is that possible? How do I do that? Thanks
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    Teaching myself about variables, can you help?

    Hi, I am trying to teach myself about variables, can I clear something up. I am trying to make a key pad, and I want to have the codes digits stored in the bits. Can I do that? could the pin the program is looking at be defined by a variable? also can I say 'let W1=W1+1' ? thanks a lot. I don't...
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    Upgrading the KS0108

    Hi, I am just wondering if it is possible to change the standard KS0108 to one with a serial input, using the LED042 chip? Sorry to keep asking so many questions at the moment, I promise I will get the hang of it soon! :D Thanks Again
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    manually changing variables on chip

    I am making a climate control monitor and I want to have it so you can set the temp. on the device, using built in buttons how do i program this? Is it possible?
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