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Hi Matt,

Thanks. I’ve tried that and am met with “Invalid path to python interpreter.”

The path is C:UsersJosh BiddleAppDataLocalProgramsPythonPython38-32

The path to your Python.exe will likely be:
C:Users<your-username>AppDataLocalProgramsPythonPython38

If you don’t find it there, you could try the method described here:
https://stackoverflow.com/questions/647515/how-can-i-find-where-python-is-installed-on-windows

-Matt

Thanks.

So, that helped to eliminate most of the compiling error that I was receiving. I’ve attached the error message as I’m getting it right now.

As for the libraries, I’m 99% sure I’ve deleted all duplicate versions of the libraries, so i’m not sure where it is finding the duplicate versions. I’d be happy to try out using PlatformIO. Going…[Read more]

If you are still getting library compiler errors after fixing your sketch, I would strongly prefer to guide you through using PlatformIO. It really is easier, even though it feels much more “programmer” then the more “hobbiest” Arduino IDE.

Very , very briefly:

1. Open the “PlatformIO home”, and create a new project
2. After your project is…

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It looks like when you created your sketch, instead of starting with a completely empty file you pasted your code into the middle of the Arduino IDE’s placeholder code.  So there are chunks of that at the beginning and end which you need to remove.

From the beginning, delete this :

void setup() { // put your setup code here, to run once: }…[Read more]

You did mention that it isn’t easy! I did download PlatformIO and found it to be just as foreign to me, so instead of confusing myself with two different applications I figured I’d stick with the Arduino IDE for now. I just went through and deleted what I thought was my duplicate library, other than that I’m not sure what libraries might be…[Read more]

Community websites with open registration are a constant target of spammers. EnviroDIY.org has extensive measures in place to deter them (we blocked over 100 spam registrations just in the last week) but it’s an arms race and spammers develop new tactics in response to these measures.

Unfortunately, on Monday morning someone registered with a…[Read more]

Ive gotten it too…

Jim, the 2G modules in your stations is the GPRSbee, made by SODAQ.  You can order it directly from them on their webshop (https://shop.sodaq.com/gprsbee-rev7.html), and they ship quickly from the Netherlands.  They used to be available through other vendors, but not anymore, so we buy them directly from SODAQ.  It come with the antenna and po…[Read more]

Hi Shannon-

I think I will go with the 2G network for my project.  I am not having much luck finding a source for the SIM800H.  Adafruit has them but on a different board. I ran all the numbers on the attached photo thru Dr Google without much luck.

Can you provide me with appropriate links to purchase this and the other bits and pieces I w…[Read more]

@charlesbrown Glad to hear you’ve made progress! We’re always looking for guest bloggers to share their projects and provide tips/tricks/tutorials to help others. Please email me at webmaster@stroudcenter.org if you’re interested.

I am happy to report that everything seems to be working!

Sara, the program you provided didn’t seem to do anything? It compiles fine and is accepted by the board, but there doesn’t seem to be output? But, I did do what you suggested in letting it just sit there and let it attempt to connect.
I set modem.connectInternet(960000L) (16min) and set my…[Read more]

Hi Sara,

Thanks a lot, this seems like the right direction.

After adding those flags, I am seeing a lot of:
+CREG: 0,2
OK
Which, by your notes, means I have no connection. This is great because it is keeping with the theme, I like the consistency.

I adjusted the time the board to allow the modem to squawk before timing out up to 10 minutes, and…[Read more]

That’s a lot of compiler errors!

Could you post your program (“sketch_jan07a.ino”)?  I’m guessing based on the errors that there might be a stray quotation mark or a missing semicolon somewhere that’s throwing the whole thing off.

It looks like you have also some of the libraries installed multiple times and I’m guessing some might not be…[Read more]

You shouldn’t really need the development board.  If you’re going to use a bunch of the XBee’s I’d say it’s a $70 well spent, but you shouldn’t *need* it.

Nothing looks wrong in your program.  I’m guessing you’re just not connecting to the internet.  What build flags are you running with?  Can you set all of these and post the log from the ser…[Read more]

Thanks Sara. I’ve copied the error message and attached it as a text file. As you can see there’s a lot going on and I’m not really even sure where to begin. Any advice you have is appreciated. Thanks.

for sure!