Stefan

Oooh, that would be nice. Though I suspect it's something even bigger.

MjQtcG9ydCBldGhlcm5ldCBzd2l0Y2g= ?

I tried disabling DHCP and using a static IP with no luck.

#### SocketException ErrorCode = 10060
ERROR: host name could not be resolved

Did you also enter static DNS servers?

Hi!

It's plugged in (I double checked ;-)) and Windows has added it as a device.

Just a question, how does Windows call it? If it still sees a "Netduino" in the device manager, it's not yet reset.

Hi Nicky!

I probably can't answer all questions to your satisfaction, but since I should know some stuff about the subject I'll try

First off, even through the limited selection of modules (atm), and the annoying Erase/Flash/Deploy bug, I'm quite impressed by the Go, and from what it looks like, lot's of great stuff are happening in the future!

Thank you very much!

1. Memory capacity
Is it possible, in any way, to expand the code- and/or memory space on the Netduino Go? Can the code space be made able for memory?

Code memory: I leave that open for Chris.
Other memory: There is an SD module in the making, which makes it possible to use SD cards as storage. This can be used as memory.

2. Socket expansion
Are there any plans for a module which expands the total number of sockets?

Yes. The possibility for a Netduino Go! Hub has recently been announced. There's no date mentioned as far as I know, but it's something that will be possible in the future.

3. Power capacity
How much stuff can the NGo power? Imagine a couple of Shieldbases, a dozen of relays, Ethernet module, SD Module, touch display and some more.. That would require an external power supply, right?

It would indeed require some power. The Netduino Go! Hub design comes with a power barrel to supply power to it's modules.

4. Remote updating
Since the NGo is able to flash the Shieldbase, is it then possible to make another device flash a NGo?

Advanced topic. You may have noticed there are 10 empty holes on the mainboard. It's possible to solder JTAG pins onto it and program+debug with a JTAG debugger.

5. Reset
Is it somehow possible to attach a reset wire to the NGo?

No, but in code you could make a button module for example execute a reset. Also, an interrupt on the shieldbase will be able to do such a thing.

6. SPI
I've read a little about SPI, but I'm not sure if I get it. Does SPI make it possible to establish a serial-connection with multiple devices through the same three wires?

Something like that. http://en.wikipedia....l_Interface_Bus could be a nice page to read for you!

Hi Joshk, Sorry I didn't replied earlier. Missed this topic for some reason. It's quite possible to install an app without Visual Studio. All you need if MFDeploy, which exists in "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft .NET Micro Framework\v4.2\Tools" (or an equal path). With this tool, you can deploy image files, which are generated while you build your project. Also, with this tool, it's possible to show debug info without Visual Studio, by clicking Target -> Connect.

Stefan--thank you so much, we really appreciate all your contributions to the community.

No problem. By the way, I also have some nice photos to share. Click for a full view

A lot of people have asked how this works. Here's a screenshot. This screenshot is 100% real and made in the designer. The modules are so new that I don't have photos, but I will add in the module photos soon too.


^{Click for larger image}

You mean the 2nd topic in this forum? http://forums.netdui...e-v4201-beta-1/

I don't think it would be a problem interfacing it, it just contains an H-bridge chip like on other motor shields. Pins 9 and 10 are for speed, which are also PWM pins for netduino. I would recommend a generic H-bridge driver.

If you can solder 0.05" pitch through-hole headers, you don't have to be afraid of SMD

I somewhat agree But I've tried both THT and SMD Go! headers, and I found the THT ones easier. Also, it's a bit of confidence, I know I can do THT.

To add to this, I've been plotting this with Chris, since I think DIP components are really useful for the DIY community who are a bit afraid for SMD soldering (myself included!) One part of the plot is from my side, and attached you'll see a part of it. As soon as both the THT socket and STM8S in DIP form factor are available I'll publish a few Fritzing templates that connects both of them. Chris has been his nice self, and sent me some samples to play with, so I know for sure that I'll be able to show some cool stuff with them soon!

Hi and welcome to the forums. What have you tried so far to get it working yourself?

A piece of hardware, like that LCD, has a datasheet explaining how it should be driven. Most hardware uses protocols like I²C, SPI, UART, Onewire, etc. A driver is just a class in C# that communicates with the right pins and the right protocol. I wrote a lot of drivers myself, open source. For the display; please check out http://netmftoolbox....ware.Hd44780Lcd If you download the whole package, you can see how drivers can be written.

What is running on them?, native code?

It's native code if I'm correct. If not, Chris may correct me

You should make both methods static in this case:

using System;
using System.Net;
using System.Net.Sockets;
using System.Threading;
using Microsoft.SPOT;
using Microsoft.SPOT.IO;
using Microsoft.SPOT.Hardware;
using SecretLabs.NETMF.Hardware;
using SecretLabs.NETMF.Hardware.NetduinoPlus;

namespace SdCard
{
    public class Program
    {
        public static void Main()
        {
            RemovableMedia.Insert += new InsertEventHandler(RemovableMedia_Insert);
            RemovableMedia.Eject += new EjectEventHandler(RemovableMedia_Eject);
            Thread.Sleep(Timeout.Infinite);
        }

        static void RemovableMedia_Eject(object sender, MediaEventArgs e)
        {
            Debug.Print("Ejected");
        }

        static void RemovableMedia_Insert(object sender, MediaEventArgs e)
        {
            Debug.Print("Inserted");
        }
    }
}

This is because it's in de main program, which is also set up to be static.