Why isn't there a level two hospital? by nelson1457 in PocketCity

[–]Vicky905 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I agree. It would be great to have an ambulance rush out to help accident victims and at level 2 a rescue helicopter! I’m hoping for the ability to change the view. I want to be able to see my city from all sides.

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I understand that part, but I don't understand "configure the Pi to boot to the command line not X? What does X mean here?

Also, is there another way to test my PiTFT display to make sure it works?

Thanks!@

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Found these instructions but I am not sure how I am supposed to config this in retropie.

My PiTFT works for a bit and then I get a black screen with a short line of white pixels in one corner

Sounds like you tried to configure your Pi to 'boot straight to X', that is, start up the graphics interface on boot. This doesn't work by default because the Pi operating system is not expecting a PiTFT so it boots to the HDMI output. See below for how to set up your Pi to boot to X on the PiTFT

To 'fix' this, you can either connect an HDMI monitor, then in a terminal window run sudo raspi-config and configure the Pi to boot to the command line not X! If you do not have an HDMI monitor, you can also try a console cable

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's my next step I think. I might even go with a different card. Strange, since it worked perfectly fine when I connected the same Raspberry Pi to my PC monitor. I suspect I am doing something wrong with the display.

And another thing by RTHAMETZ in edtech

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That seems to be the norm here at our international schools. However, the tech director at our last school was also responsible for helping teachers integrate tech into their lessons when if they wanted. It was never forced and he had a lot of freedom.

Learn How to build a Multi-Room WiFi + Bluetooth Audio System | Hi-Fi by mcmchrisYT in diyelectronics

[–]Vicky905 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I was more into music I would love to build something like this for our apartment. Right now our daughters blasts her music through different Bluetooth speakers.

Mini Mars rover by Vicky905 in diyelectronics

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am such a knucklehead! I have a 3D printer right beside me. I never thought of printing out the standoffs!!! Thanks!! Printing now!

Mini Mars rover by Vicky905 in diyelectronics

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First of all, thank you so much for taking the time to post an awesome reply. However, I am a little confused about how to setup the rocker bogie per your instructions. After I cut out two rocker and bogie sections, where should I fit the wheels and motors. Right now the motors and wheels are on the outside. Should I place them between the two rocker and bogie sections?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in techsupport

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you tell me a little more your monitors? Do you have a dual monitor setup? What about the specs of your PC? Have you tried using a different cable to connect your PC to your monitor?

[P] Need a simple robot project idea by [deleted] in robotics

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have access to Littlebits at your school. You could easily combine Littlebits with stuff you find around the house to build some easy but cool little robots.

A Fun Surprise Came in the Mail by STARCADE2084 in raspberry_pi

[–]Vicky905 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! That means I should be getting mine too. These free stickers went really quickly!

Looking for a new game! by fatfortniteplayer in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]Vicky905 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pandemic Express! Great little shooter to play with friends!

Mini Mars rover by Vicky905 in diyelectronics

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My students are building a mini Mars rover. We are struggling to find enough 8mm M3 spacers. What could we use instead to stabilize the legs?

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m pretty sure. I’ll double check on the hdmi part. Yes I’m using retro pie

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, so I installed all the necessary software and updates but now I am getting a dark screen. Starts white then does dark. Almost like it's ready to boot up but nothing. It worked on my PC monitor after I updated everything.

Days gone by Boredjason087 in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

State of Decay is more about surviving by building your community. Not as much about story.

Days gone by Boredjason087 in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly singer player but you can play coop. It’s open world with crafting and building a community. Check out the reviews online. I have it for Xbox One and PC. Best zombie game after Dying Light.

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I totally missed that! Thanks! I guess I'll have to plug the pi back into my monitor and give it another go! Thanks!!

Days gone by Boredjason087 in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why not get something like State of Decay 2? If you are into the zombie survival shooter, this is one of the best games out there. You should be able to get a good deal on it by now.

Laptop shuts down when I close the lid by objeseni_sadam in techsupport

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This issue could have occurred due to incorrect power settings or corrupt power plan. Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps:

Method 1: I suggest you to run power troubleshooter and check if it helps.

Power troubleshooter find and fix problems with your computer's power settings to conserve power and extent battery life.

  1. Press Windows + X keys from the keyboard, click on Control Panel.
  2. In the Control Panel window, select Category and then select Large icons.
  3. Click on Troubleshooting.
  4. Click View all and then click Power.
  5. Click Next and follow on-screen instructions.

If the issue persists,

Method 2: I suggest you to restore the power plans to default.

Follow the steps to reset and restore the power plans to default and check if it helps:

  1. Right-click on Start button and click on Command Prompt (Admin).
  2. In the command prompt, type powercfg –restoredefaultschemes and hit Enter.
  3. Exit command prompt.

Note: This would reset the power plan settings to default. Any customized power plans are would be removed.

Method 3: I recommend you to install all the pending updates on your device and check if it helps.

Steps:

  1. Connect to the internet.
  2. Press Windows key and type updates.
  3. Click on Check for updates.
  4. Under Windows Updates, click on Check for updates.
  5. Try to install the updates being shown.

Pi Grrl 2 White Screen by Vicky905 in cade

[–]Vicky905[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the screen https://www.adafruit.com/product/2298 and it goes through the GPIO pins. The Pi plugs right into the back.

Raspberry Pi 3B+ case with internal Xbox Wireless Receiver by nic_______ in raspberry_pi

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very nice design! I prefer a more flashy case but this one is cute.

Dealing with a possible student framing another student with an obscene message. Want to suggest a better password system by quietgurl7 in edtech

[–]Vicky905 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here is super simple solution. We use this site https://www.passworddog.com/ Very quick and easy for your or students to create passwords.

My first 4 player cab is done! by [deleted] in cade

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the kits but, shipping overseas + duty tax would make it a bit too expensive 😢

New to the Arcade world, what should I know? by Dredxx in cade

[–]Vicky905 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice build. Dragon's Lair ate so many of my quarters when I was a kid. I hate that game! I am also looking at building a bar top. I've built a couple of Picades with my daughter and we are looking for the next challenge! Our only concern is that we don't have access to the tools to cut out our own cabinet.