Re: [Gumstix-users] USB Port

[Dave H. <dhy...@gm...>]

Hi Andy,

>  So that means I have to have the following (If any other suggestion please
> let me know):
>  Verdex motherboard
>  Tweener (60 pins on both side, it sits between boards. Therefore the 60
> pins is still free)
>  NetwifimicroSD-EU (120 pins)
>  Robostix (60 pins)

...snip...

>  Is Robostix crucial for controlling the robot? Or will the Verdex be enough
> to control it.
>  What is the difference between it and the motherboard that already have
> processor on it?

With the roomba, the robostix is probably not required, unless you're
adding some external motors or sensors. Even then, you could use a
console-vx board, and connect the robostix up via i2c.

>  I was thinking if I don't have to use the robostix, then I can use the
> Console board which has a MiniUSB built in. What do you guys think?

I like the console board much more than the tweener.

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Dave Hylands
Vancouver, BC, Canada
http://www.DaveHylands.com/