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Post by Powderjockey on Apr 2, 2023 8:18:57 GMT -8
Can I just add the breakout boards for AfterShock and Solar SkyCam to the existing Grove Mini Pro PLus without purchasing the complete Solar kits? With the WR3, I don't see the need for all of the extra small solar panels.
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Post by SDL on Apr 2, 2023 12:39:13 GMT -8
It's a lot of extra programming to put it on on Mini Pro Plus. It's easier to put multiple Min Pro Plus boards (one for each WeatherSense devices). The Solar SkyCam doesn't require a Mini Pro Plus, so that is easy.
BP
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Post by Powderjockey on Apr 4, 2023 8:34:20 GMT -8
It's a lot of extra programming to put it on on Mini Pro Plus. It's easier to put multiple Min Pro Plus boards (one for each WeatherSense devices). The Solar SkyCam doesn't require a Mini Pro Plus, so that is easy. BP I understand that, I was trying to get rid of havinng numerous boxes, solar panels, etc., around the house and since I purchased the WR3, I wanted to some how seamlessly integrate the other sensors. So, I already have a Lightning detector and would like to add it to the WR3. How can I attach it to the system? I wanted to add the AfterShock, but without purchasing the kit, boards only. |
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Post by SDL on Apr 5, 2023 5:34:13 GMT -8
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Post by Powderjockey on Apr 6, 2023 9:05:30 GMT -8
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Post by Powderjockey on Apr 11, 2023 13:23:44 GMT -8
OK, thanks. I can adapt the thunderboard i think. So, if I install the Arduino script for the Thunberboard on my SolarMax2 MiniPro PLus board and the 433 sender, then connect the Thunberboard as per the instructions, and connect the Mini Pro Plus to the Renology box to power it, all should work? |
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Post by Powderjockey on Apr 14, 2023 12:36:59 GMT -8
I have installed the Thunderboard as per the instructions, less the solar power stuff, and installed the Arduino sketch onto/into the Grove Mini Pro Plus. Since I don't have the 3 prong 433 sender, I have attempted to added the Grove 433MHz Simple RF Link Kit to the Grove Mini Pro Plus board.
The Arduino Serial Monitor is advising the Thunderboard is present and has had some activity.
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MessageCount=0
STATUS - WeatherSenseProtocol:16
WakeState=0
wakeCount=334
Current Interrupt Source: 0x0
Last Interrupt Source: 0x0
Last Interrupt Meaning:
Lightning Last Distance: 5
Interrupt Count: 80
Lightning Count:5
Lightning Timestamp:8954
Battery Voltage: 0.00 V
Battery Current: 0.00 mA
Solar Panel Voltage: 0.00 V
Solar Current: 0.00 mA
Load Voltage: 0.00 V
Load Current: 0.00 mA
Currentmillis() = 10242763
AuxA State:5 5
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No Packet sent
Watchdog1 Reset - Patted the Dog
timeBeforeSleep=10242969
Awake now: timeAfterSleep=10273173
SleepTime = 30204
Millis Time: 10273.17
2wakeState=2
Watchdog1 Reset - Patted the Dog
wakeState=2
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MessageCount=0
STATUS - WeatherSenseProtocol:16
WakeState=0
wakeCount=335
Current Interrupt Source: 0x0
Last Interrupt Source: 0x0
Last Interrupt Meaning:
Lightning Last Distance: 5
Interrupt Count: 80
Lightning Count:5
Lightning Timestamp:8954
Battery Voltage: 0.00 V
Battery Current: 0.00 mA
Solar Panel Voltage: 0.00 V
Solar Current: 0.00 mA
Load Voltage: 0.00 V
Load Current: 0.00 mA
Currentmillis() = 10273413
AuxA State:5 5
###############
No Packet sent
Watchdog1 Reset - Patted the Dog
timeBeforeSleep=10273619
Yet the WeatherSense software reports zeros and the Dash website also is reporting zeroz, for both the Thunderboard and the WeatherRack3.
Any ideas?
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Post by SDL on Apr 15, 2023 11:05:24 GMT -8
Please post the serial output from the GroveMiniPlus hooked up to the WeatherRack3. We need to figure out if you are getting the data or it is a transmission problem.
BP
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Post by Powderjockey on Apr 15, 2023 18:59:43 GMT -8
Please post the serial output from the GroveMiniPlus hooked up to the WeatherRack3. We need to figure out if you are getting the data or it is a transmission problem. BP Do you have instructions to attached the Grove 433MHZ transmittor/receiver to the Mini Pro Plus? I'll get the data from the serial monitor and post. |
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Post by SDL on Apr 22, 2023 14:14:04 GMT -8
Plug it into J13 TXOUT. FYI, I've attached the schematics for the Mini Pro Plus that should help you answer other questions. BP MiniProPlus1.pdf (96.78 KB) MiniProPlus2.pdf (28.98 KB) |
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