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TEK Talk => Prop-2 => Topic started by: Lanuti on December 12, 2023, 11:21:55 PM

Title: Downloading code of a prop2 controller
Post by: Lanuti on December 12, 2023, 11:21:55 PM
I have an old puzzle that runs on a prop2 controller. The computer that was used for programming it was stolen. Can I download the code off the Prop2 or has it become a relic?
Thanking y'all in advance.
Title: Re: Downloading code of a prop2 controller
Post by: Jeff Haas on December 13, 2023, 12:10:47 AM
Sorry, programming a Prop-1 or a Prop-2 (or any microcontroller) is a one-way process.  The source code gets converted into a small version that removes all the human-readable stuff and fits onto the controller.

However, if you can completely describe what the program does - all the buttons/switches, every light or buzzer - then it's possible to write new code that will work the same way the original code did. 

Have you programmed in Parallax Basic much?  I've done quite a bit and might be able to help.
Title: Re: Downloading code of a prop2 controller
Post by: Jeff Haas on December 13, 2023, 12:14:34 AM
I looked up your old posts and found the discussion where you had JonnyMac helping you with the code.

Is this it?  Scroll to the last post:
https://www.efx-tek.com/php/smf/index.php?topic=2311.15
Title: Re: Downloading code of a prop2 controller
Post by: Lanuti on January 02, 2024, 05:51:46 PM
Thanks for the reply.

I will give that code a try.  I don't remember if we modified it after that.  I will reach back out and let you know how it goes.  I appreciate your help

Steve