Beginners • Re: Why is .config owned by root by default?
I already did some troubleshooting and found out that I need to remove the User field entirely. Having it set to my local user (pi) doesnt work (permission denied when writing to .config.) My main...
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Troubleshooting • I forgot to install the thermal pads on RBpi5
I forgot to install the thermal pads on my RBpi5. Will this cause any problems? I built it in the Pironman 5 case. I would hate to take that apart again to install them. Statistics: Posted by satow —...
View ArticleSDK • Re: Bluetooth: which example should i look for?
I guess all you want is a BTstack example. For client part, you can check sdp_rfcomm_query.c and spp_streamer_client.c. To create a server: spp_counter.c and spp_streamer.c I remember you was already...
View ArticleGeneral discussion • Re: RPi Monitor audio volume, where can I adjust?
Use separate speaker that can be connected by Bluetooth or the 3.5mm audio Jack on the monitor. That’s how I worked round it. The speakers are really not too special.Statistics: Posted by andrew_pi —...
View ArticleTroubleshooting • Re: I forgot to install the thermal pads on RBpi5
It will throttle a lot easier, the Pi5 is a fairly hot processor.If both the processor and the heatsink are perfectly flat and polished to a mirror finish it would be be less important, but they are...
View ArticlePython • Re: Rpi5, pi3d, x11, uggg lol
I am running a business. If that offends you then I am genuinely sorry.I have no problem with folks who run businesses.I do have a problem with folks who run businesses asking for help from volunteers...
View ArticleHATs and other add-ons • Re: SSD Not Appearing
Unfortunately, saying "tried it, didn't work" isn't going to give any information about the problem."Tried it, didn't work" means the Pi is still NOT seeing the NVMe.I should have elaborated more....
View ArticleBare metal, Assembly language • Re: Bare Metal on a Rasberry Pi CM5 possible?
The following is just THEORY !If you can create a program that does not use any Linux I/O or other system calls, and it is one infinite loop. If that image is started and forced to run only on one CPU...
View ArticleTroubleshooting • Re: Newbie help moving files
Does the directory /var/html/ebooks/config/ exist?And is your downloads directory called downloads or Downloads?(mine is /home/pi/Downloads )Statistics: Posted by neilgl — Tue Jan 14, 2025 8:55 pm
View ArticleRaspberry Pi OS • Re: Serial terminal software (PuTTY & minicom) not...
PuTTY (Release 0.78) correctly displays a PuTTY Configuration window.Everyone should upgrade beyond release 0.81 (which has a security exposure). The current version release 0.82 works OK for...
View ArticleTroubleshooting • Re: [RPi5] Persistent 'input / output error's - I am at a loss
Might be that "USB dongle for 2.4GHz keyboard & mouse"Statistics: Posted by neilgl — Tue Jan 14, 2025 9:05 pm
View ArticlePython • Re: Keep getting this error message
I don't know how to install venv on a pi, or even windowsThere is official Documentation from Raspberry Pi that covers that requirement:Use Python on a Raspberry Pi -...
View ArticleInterfacing (DSI, CSI, I2C, etc.) • Re: MIPI DSI port with custom panel -...
Wirh no infomon thw 'custom panel' there is little support to be expected....Statistics: Posted by aBUGSworstnightmare — Tue Jan 14, 2025 9:37 pm
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General discussion • Re: pi5 NVME takes 90 seconds to boot
I recommend that you don't use a WD NVMe drive. Multiple versions have had issues reported.habing a compatibility list would be better...Which drive is that? As it is enumarated on the bus please post...
View ArticleGeneral • Re: No DCF77 reception without wifi?
I've found some GPS receivers for <10€, although I thought it would be a overkill - it seems like a valid option.Nevertheless DCF77 would be my favourite because of its simplicity.As expected the...
View ArticleGeneral discussion • Re: Trouble with installing/running os
Use Raspberry Pi Imager to write Raspberry Pi OS 64-bit "Bookworm" to a spare microSD card (32GB is fine) as your first card may be bad.I use SanDisk Ultra 32GB or Samsung EVO 32GB.Boot from that and...
View ArticleTroubleshooting • Re: Can't install SSH via Raspberry Pi Imager
With Imager set to enable SSH, set the WiFi and user etc. what happens if you write Raspberry Pi OS (Legacy, 32-bit) Lite to the card and boot the zero from that?Statistics: Posted by neilgl — Tue Jan...
View ArticleSDK • Re: Determining RP2350 Chip Reset Reason
There's a new example that has something relevant? https://github.com/raspberrypi/pico-exa ... oot_info.cStatistics: Posted by peterharperuk — Tue Jan 14, 2025 10:26 pm
View ArticleGeneral • Re: Solar tracker with pi pico
Based on time and position on earth you can calculate the position of the sun. There are python libs for this.If sun is 'in range', let the code adjust the motor control to let your device point to...
View ArticleGraphics, sound and multimedia • Re: Working Handbrake v1.9 instructions-a...
Thank you that info helps me a lot.Would you agree:That tells me that nobody will accept a package even if someone much more skilled than I were to produce itAlso, I had better continue to get the...
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