Dino-MITE Software

[Renee_10]

Hi guys - Rather than continuing on in the Can Pleo see a canarie (http://forums.pleoworld.com/showthread.php?t=2030&page=2) thread, I thought it would help keep things clean by posting my findings under this new topic. :D

http://www.bauerindependents.com/images/Pleo/PleoDinoMITE.jpg

It looks like you can use Dino-MITE to take pictures, record sounds, move joints, and see what's going on inside Pleos mind! I share Caaahl and andreivcs question of "When can we get it?"

[junkroxy]

where did you get it?:p kool!

[pleoguy101]

THAT IS AWESOME!! where did you get it!? or where did you see it?! WHEN CAN I BUY IT??!!!:D

[fancyfont]

This is what I saw yesterday. I think it will be released soon.Just how soon?? I don't know

[junkroxy]

it's amazing we're finally know how Pleo see people and objects...:o the pic with the cat it's very clear!

[BauerMECH]

THAT IS AWESOME!! where did you get it!? or where did you see it?! WHEN CAN I BUY IT??!!!
No, nobody will have to buy it - Dino-MITE will be a FREE for download. :D
I'd hate to say exactly when it'll be released and disappoint anyone, but (off the record) I'd say "soon" to mean sometime within the next week or so. That's not too long of a wait is it? :rolleyes: Either way, I hope you and your Pleo can have some fun with it.

[Caaahl]

I am excited! Just Helge looks a bit scared. Maybe he doesnt want me to know whats going on in his crazy little brain. :p

[pleoguy101]

I cant wait for this!!!!!!!!!:D

[ryane]

[QUOTE=BauerMECH;20124]No, nobody will have to buy it - Dino-MITE will be a FREE for download. :D
I'd hate to say exactly when it'll be released and disappoint anyone, but (off the record) I'd say "soon" to mean sometime within the next week or so. That's not too long of a wait is it? :rolleyes: Either way, I hope you and your Pleo can have some fun with it.[/QUOTE

awesome can't wait to see this software. i've been waiting a looooog time for something like this! sweet:D

[girl4God]

OMG!!! I AM SOOOOO EXCITED! :D:D The coolest part is it will probably be here in time for my bday then(May 17th)! AAHHHHHHHHH! Thanks! :D

[fancyfont]

What patience you have not to open the box. Less then two weeks to go. We'll all want to celebrate with you.:)

[girl4God]

What patience you have not to open the box. Less then two weeks to go. We'll all want to celebrate with you.:)

Aw thanks! I think I've been really good! :p Its all gonna be worth it though on May 17th! Plus I bought one of the extra batteries so I can play with him all morning! :D I can't wait to take pics and post them! Maybe even a movie! ;) BTW, I am not at all a patient person really! :o

[fancyfont]

You have peaked in the box???;)

[mweed]

I know Dino-mite has been a long time in coming, and I can't wait! :D But it's still not the PDK . . . any word on that yet?

[andreivc]

I found that a member of the forum has a connection to the DINO-Mite!

http://www.bauerindependents.com/MAIN/Pleo1.htm

[Siren]

HOLY FLYING MONKEYS! I want that!!!!!!!!! Imagine if I had that when Pleo saw the dolphins????!!!!! OMG! I am so going to use that program when Pleo goes to see the dolphins again!

[PleoWorldHostCami]

Please remember that Dino-MITE is still in the beta stage. If you would like to beta test Dino-MITE please contact Customer Support with the subject line "Beta Test Dino-MITE."
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[andreivc]

Hey, Mr. Bauer...
Since you have some insider perspective on Pleo development, would you mind me asking you a related question....?

Is Ugobe considering Pleo for military applications?:eek:

Thank you

[BauerMECH]

Hey, Mr. Bauer...
Since you have some insider perspective on Pleo development, would you mind me asking you a related question....?

Is Ugobe considering Pleo for military applications?:eek:

Thank you

My wife just pointed out that my initial response was pretty lame and I should remove/edit it before anyone notices. :D

[girl4God]

You have peaked in the box???;)

Nope! :D I do visit Sharper Image sorta often to play with a Pleo though! :p It seems to hold me over till my Pleo comes! ;)

[Caaahl]

Well, arent there any pictures or videos of the previewed Dino-Mite-Version from the last weekend? I know the screenshot from BauerMech but i'd like to see some shots from the stuff they have shown on the maker faire.

[fancyfont]

Not sure if anyone could get a good video or photo. This was shown on a little laptop computer.

[Renee_10]

Please remember that Dino-MITE is still in the beta stage. If you would like to beta test Dino-MITE please contact Customer Support with the subject line "Beta Test Dino-MITE."
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Caaahl, you could ask to be a beta tester ;)

[Toyguy]

Yes, definitely do that! I already have my beta copy :D

[BauerMECH]

To all Beta Testers... Updates were made this afternoon to both the user manual and software package.

- If the Dino-MITE .zip folder you downloaded doesn't say "Dino MITE Package v1_0_1.zip" (NOTE the "1" at the end), then your package is out of date. You should download the latest build. Be sure to only reinstall after fully uninstalling the old version.

- If your User's Instructional Guide has any number besides "20080506" printed on the last page, it is out of date and you should download a new copy from the link suplied to you.

Thank you all for your help! We look forward to hearing the results :D

[mweed]

My wife just pointed out that my initial response was pretty lame and I should remove/edit it before anyone notices. :D

Well, I saw it. And the idea of pleos using their cuteness to defeat the enemy was metioned a while back in the Operation:Pleo thread:

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n212/acusi1989/cutewittlething.jpg

[BauerMECH]

Well, I saw it. And the idea of pleos using their cuteness to defeat the enemy was metioned a while back in the Operation:Pleo thread:

Ha! Busted! :D

[Toyguy]

I thought some folks here might appreciate a full-size screen shot. Sorry for the size but at least you can see clearly what was going on. In the image, I am using the Sound module to manually playback the various sound files that the software listed out for me. You can also see the camera module open, although I haven't yet gotten any kind of usable picture with it. I am wondering if my camera is defective, or perhaps there is just not enough light. That seems unlikely though given the dark nature of the sample photo. I need to experiment with that some more. The Motion module allows you to list out and manually activate the various motion skits in Pleo, in the same manner as playing back sounds.

I was also able to use the Audio module to capture what Snort hears. The resolution there is very good and I think if the software were written for it, it could easily recognize a distinct name.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff275/ToyguyVT/DinoMITEScreen.jpg

[Patrkc]

Hi Toyguy,
I just started exploring Dyno-MITE also, and you're right about Pleo's cam. It's probably the same type they use in camera phones and they do need quite a bit of light to make a good picture. I was hoping to see streaming video from Pleo to Dyno-MITE, but that may be down the road a bit yet. Or maybe Pleo's video processor isn't capable? A good question for the more knowledgeable techs here?

[andreivc]

I justed installed 4 fluerescent lights in my kitchen, 23 Watts, !1,300! lumens each!
Wow! What a change in pleo behaviour! He sees my little bottle of green tea soap luquid that stands on my sink more than 7 to 8 feet away! I it looks like he is able to fix his camera (neck and head) on it!
Try giving your pleo more light. In my case I am actually saving on electricity while having brighter, yellow (normal looking) lights. (i got 5 of those huge things at Costco for $18 - they look like big spot lights with reflectors and all)


p.s. AIBO's have the same kinda problem - you have to adjust your living environment (add light) to make them function well

[andreivc]

I was hoping for streaming video too

[Toyguy]

I justed installed 4 fluerescent lights in my kitchen, 23 Watts, !1,300! lumens each!
Wow! What a change in pleo behaviour! He sees my little bottle of green tea soap luquid that stands on my sink more than 7 to 8 feet away! I it looks like he is able to fix his camera (neck and head) on it!
Try giving your pleo more light. In my case I am actually saving on electricity while having brighter, yellow (normal looking) lights. (i got 5 of those huge things at Costco for $18 - they look like big spot lights with reflectors and all)

I came to that same realization tonight. I played around some more with the image capture in Dino-MITE and that Pleo camera absolutely sucks in what I would consider normal household lighting. It's no wonder the lil guy wanders around acting half-blind. He is!

Here is an image looking out the door of my computer room, into the hallway and bedroom across the hall, with all the house lights on. Look at how dark and grainy it is - nothing at all like the sample that comes with Dino-MITE. That image has either been faked, or lighted with giant arc-lights :p

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff275/ToyguyVT/camera2.jpg

It will be interesting to see just how much light it really needs. I was surprised twice tonight - once by the relatively high-quality audio capture, and again by the relatively poor video capture. I like this Dino-MITE tool already!

[Caaahl]

Mhm...i wonder, if the picture could be brighten up by pleos software right after he took it. When pleo really has to use this kind of dark visual information around him, he is blind indeed in terms of seeing colors etc.

Btw, still didnt hear from UGOBE about my dino-mite-beta-request. :(

[BauerMECH]

Thank you all who were involded with the beta testing! It was a big help. I'll be going over the results and should have the full release ready real soon. :D

I came to that same realization tonight. I played around some more with the image capture in Dino-MITE and that Pleo camera absolutely sucks in what I would consider normal household lighting. It's no wonder the lil guy wanders around acting half-blind. He is!
Here is an image looking out the door of my computer room, into the hallway and bedroom across the hall, with all the house lights on. Look at how dark and grainy it is - nothing at all like the sample that comes with Dino-MITE. That image has either been faked, or lighted with giant arc-lights :p
http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff275/ToyguyVT/camera2.jpg
It will be interesting to see just how much light it really needs. I was surprised twice tonight - once by the relatively high-quality audio capture, and again by the relatively poor video capture. I like this Dino-MITE tool already!

Remember, Pleo's camera was never intended for taking snapshots - well ones that we humans were ment to see. And yes, good lighting will help with some of the problems mentioned above. No, the pic you see in the capture frame of my cat was not post-rendered. It was taken in our living room with the sun shining in through the windows. Natural lighting will blow you away... indoor isn't the best. BUT remember, Pleo is not an outdoor pet... keep 'em inside :eek:

If you notice the capture module section in the user's guide you can see the image taken from one of the "old cameras". In case you were wondering, it's one of my wife's shoes in front of our patio door (and it had been slightly post-rendered). When compared to one of the new images, you can see that UGOBE is working hard to improve our little dinosaurs. The resolution and color saturation is much better.

P.S. Those who are having trouble capturing a pic... capturing is a fairly low priority and yet requires a bit more "concentration/brain power" from Pleo - if Pleo's processors are pre-occupied with more important functions, it won't bother with scanning and writing to a file. A second or even a third attempt may be necessary to get the capture right. Like most digital cameras, there's latency between the push of a button and the resulting pic to be written to the SD. Be sure to wait a few seconds before you capture again. (Some of what is mentioned here will be fixed in the next release)

[Patrkc]

Thanks for the info BauerMECH, and GREAT job with Dino-MITE! I kinda wish I hadn't seen Robonova on your site. I want one now, and the wife would kill me if I got one before she gets her new kitchen floor. :D

[Toyguy]

Hehehe, I am looking at a RoboNova now too :)

My wife is gonna kill me!

[junkroxy]

Mhm...i wonder, if the picture could be brighten up by pleos software right after he took it. When pleo really has to use this kind of dark visual information around him, he is blind indeed in terms of seeing colors etc.

Btw, still didnt hear from UGOBE about my dino-mite-beta-request. :(

it's not a problem Caahl! There are lots of animal "semi-blind" species like hamsters, chinchillas and bunnies :D

[andreivc]

so, based on pleo's processors, streaming video - never?....

[PleoPet]

select comments
re: Camera and Streaming Video
Pleo's hardware isn't up to the task. Also with the Dino-MITE software, you need the USB cable attached.
The camera capture feature is good for making sure your Pleo's camera is working, and to get a rough idea on how Pleo detects colors.
However for true streaming video, you would be better off attaching a small spy-cam (battery powered with radio transmitter) to Pleo's head or body.

re: RoboNova
This is a very different kind of robot (compared to Pleo or AIBO). It does not have a 'personality' or autonomous programs.
RoboNova is great for performing precise actions, usually driven by a remote control.
There are many other robots in this category (including the smaller i-Sobot), so shop around. The WowWee RoboSapien line is somewhere in the middle (mostly remote controlled, but with some entertaining personality)

[BauerMECH]

re: RoboNova
This is a very different kind of robot (compared to Pleo or AIBO). It does not have a 'personality' or autonomous programs.
RoboNova is great for performing precise actions, usually driven by a remote control.
There are many other robots in this category (including the smaller i-Sobot), so shop around. The WowWee RoboSapien line is somewhere in the middle (mostly remote controlled, but with some entertaining personality)

Yes, they are entirely a different kind of robot. The humanoid line is still pretty open though. There are humanoids under pure human, semi-autonomous, as well as full autonomous control.

I agree w/ PleoPet in that the base robonova has some limits with its programming software that make it more difficult to effectively be placed under its own control. However, it can and has been done. If you have an interest in autonomous robots specifically, there are other platforms besides humanoids that may be a much better choice. The challenge with bi-peds is they must be stable and agile while operating on only two feet. The appeal comes from them being able to move and perform in a similar fashion as we do. It's kinda' neat seeing a robot do a cartwheel. :)

Other kits besides the Robonova-1 and iSobot include (some of my favorites...) the Kondo's KHR2HV, Kyosho's MANOI AT-01, and the Dynamixel Robotis line... all of which are backed by some pretty power microcontrollers and software - great for "AI" function. Here's a sample of a autonomous humanoid (http://www.robots-dreams.com/2008/05/hobby-humanoid.html) from Japan that can literally hold its own pretty well. :eek:

[degers]

Mr. Bauer.
I managed to get a runtime error in the beta version by taking a photo onto an SD card. I then loaded the photo into Dino-MITE.
I then closed dino-mite and put the SD card back in pleo. I opened up Dino-MITE again in order to take another photo but when I opened the camera module the software tried to load the no-longer existant previous image (camera1.bmp) and the program closed with a runtime error.

I hope this helps. I have some suggestions however I have to go so I can't type them now !

Many Thanks, great software!
degers

[BauerMECH]

Mr. Bauer.
I managed to get a runtime error in the beta version by taking a photo onto an SD card. I then loaded the photo into Dino-MITE.
I then closed dino-mite and put the SD card back in pleo. I opened up Dino-MITE again in order to take another photo but when I opened the camera module the software tried to load the no-longer existant previous image (camera1.bmp) and the program closed with a runtime error.

I hope this helps. I have some suggestions however I have to go so I can't type them now !

Many Thanks, great software!
degers

You're quite welcome, thanks for testing it :D

Ah yes, oops.. :o

Bug lists and such can be sent to me directly

[degers]

You're quite welcome, thanks for testing it :D

Ah yes, oops.. :o

Bug lists and such can be sent to me directly

Will do! Thanks for letting the community beta it!

[sarusani]

Any news on the release date? I can't wait to test this cool tool!

Regards,
Sarusani

[BauerMECH]

Any news on the release date? I can't wait to test this cool tool!

Regards,
Sarusani

The beta testing was a success and updates were made last night so...

Looks like it'll be just around the corner! :D

Keep a sharp eye on pleoworld for the official announcment!

[sarusani]

Thanks for the reply! I'm glad to hear that the beta was a success!

Greetings,
Saru

[Darkwolf]

Great stuff!
Hope this amazing application becomes available soon.
Then again: I never mind waiting. I rather have a polished product then a rushed into the public product with hickups and problems that need (many) patches afterwards! ;)

[BauerMECH]

Great stuff!
Hope this amazing application becomes available soon.
Then again: I never mind waiting. I rather have a polished product then a rushed into the public product with hickups and problems that need (many) patches afterwards! ;)

I can relate w/ you there. On the other hand, I'm only one guy and there were only a handfull of testers... as compaired to the masses working on a multidude of different PCs; I'm sure there will be some unexpected things that pop up that will call for some fixes. Then again, maybe not ;)

[sarusani]

I just downloaded the 1.0.2 version from your site... Thanks again! Now I have something to do for the Weekend :)

Greetings
Saru

[junkroxy]

The beta testing was a success and updates were made last night so...

Looks like it'll be just around the corner! :D

Keep a sharp eye on pleoworld for the official announcment!

Dino-Mite it's now available only for windows, right?:confused:

[BauerMECH]

Dino-Mite it's now available only for windows, right?:confused:

Yes, only for Windows. :o

[pleoguy101]

Yes, only for Windows. :o

yay!! I use windows! I love to let the fresh air in:p:D!! but I seriously do use windows "for the computer":)

[ryane]

i've downloaded dinomite version 1.0.2 but i'm having some difficulty. i open the comm port and the pleo indicater turns green but i can't get any data from him.:confused: does this have to do with the usb driver? (i couldn't find one on the link given) let me know if there is something i did wrong.

[junkroxy]

I just downloaded the 1.0.2 version from your site... Thanks again! Now I have something to do for the Weekend :)

Greetings
Saru

please post some photos from pleos camera! :D

[BauerMECH]

i've downloaded dinomite version 1.0.2 but i'm having some difficulty. i open the comm port and the pleo indicater turns green but i can't get any data from him.:confused: does this have to do with the usb driver? (i couldn't find one on the link given) let me know if there is something i did wrong.

Thoroughly read the User’s Instructional Guide. ;) Although it needs a bit of updating, the key components are there… and can keep you clear of some of the more dangerous areas. I think what you’re looking for pertains to the logging section. In the Monitor Terminal Window select “all” from the Log Event List and click the Enable button. :)

[Patrkc]

please post some photos from pleos camera! :D

Here's a couple shots I took this morning.

[ryane]

Thoroughly read the User’s Instructional Guide. ;) Although it needs a bit of updating, the key components are there… and can keep you clear of some of the more dangerous areas. I think what you’re looking for pertains to the logging section. In the Monitor Terminal Window select “all” from the Log Event List and click the Enable button. :)

i thought i already did that but i'll try again. thanks, i actually read all of the user instructions. i guess i just missed it.:o thanks a lot for releasing dino-mite.:D it must have been a hell of a lot of work! i'm wondering if ugobe is going to be providing a direct link to your site for downloading it?

[Caaahl]

Here's a couple shots I took this morning.

Wow. Is your room that bright? Never got such good pics till now.

[junkroxy]

Here's a couple shots I took this morning.

wOw! cute and clear pics!:eek:

[pleoguy101]

wOw! cute and clear pics!:eek:

I agree, It seems pleo has a good camera!:)

[Patrkc]

That room does have a double window that lets in a lot of natural light. I think I'll try for some direct sunlight the next time and see what I come up with.

[ryane]

can anyone help me with installation of a usb driver for this? how can i install ugobe.inf or which ever is the newest? i can send data to pleo but i get nothing back. any help would be appreciated.

[Lafite]

I'm confused... Dino-MITE (http://www.bauerindependents.com/SUBMAIN/dinomite.htm) is developed by Bauer Independents Ltd. (http://www.bauerindependents.com/), it's not an official software from UGOBE (http://www.pleoworld.com/)...

What is the point to notify Customer Service (http://www.pleoworld.com/support) for Dino-MITE beta test?

[BauerMECH]

thanks a lot for releasing dino-mite. it must have been a hell of a lot of work! i'm wondering if ugobe is going to be providing a direct link to your site for downloading it?
You're welcome. We'll see.

QUOTE]can anyone help me with installation of a usb driver for this? how can i install ugobe.inf or which ever is the newest? i can send data to pleo but i get nothing back. any help would be appreciated. [/QUOTE]

You installed the ugobe driver already, right? When you plugged Pleo into the PC via USB the "Found new hardware" wizard should have asked you for the driver. Point to the location of that driver (the folder where ugobe.inf is located), and the installation should go from there. That driver you have will be the most up-to-date. If you can send data, then your driver shouldn't be the problem. Is pleo the only COMM device you have connected to your PC? It could be that you are actually connecting to something other than Pleo. ?? Check your Device Manager in Windows and tally how many COMs are being used. If there is more than one listed there, maybe try selecting an alternate COMM in Dino-MITE. :confused:

[BauerMECH]

I'm confused... Dino-MITE is developed by Bauer Independents Ltd., it's not an official software from UGOBE...

What is the point to notify Customer Service for Dino-MITE beta test?

UGOBE has access to a large group of individuals who are signed up to help test new stuff. So, they're helping me out. That, and there's all the licensing mumbo-jumbo... basically, they can call the shots. They just wanted to make sure things were safe for Pleo owners before a full release was issued. It's all good. :)

[Lafite]

UGOBE has access to a large group of individuals who are signed up to help test new stuff. So, they're helping me out. That, and there's all the licensing mumbo-jumbo... basically, they can call the shots. They just wanted to make sure things were safe for Pleo owners before a full release was issued. It's all good. :)

That's cool! :) :) :)

I'm dreaming... if there is a Mini-USB Bluetooth adapter... or WiFi adapter... or if Pleo supports SD I/O ... Hee... :D We could possibly control Pleo remotely, just like Aibo... :p

[Darkwolf]

I get an error when running the software.
My machine is running Vista 32-bit
Runtime error 339: COMDLG32.OCX or one of its dependencies not correctly registered: a file is missing or invalid. :(

Edit: found a solution, which can be located here http://windowsxp.mvps.org/comdlg32.htm

[Darkwolf]

Ok, next problem.
Communication doesn't seem to get established.
When I press "refresh" in the communication window when I set it to COMM 5, I get another runtime error (380) indicating there is an incorrect property value.
The program then closes completely.
Setting it just to COMM 5 (as according to Device Manager) I get no connection when I then click Open Port.

Edit: Yes! Finally got it to run. Don't know how I did it, but I did it! :D

[BauerMECH]

Ok, next problem.
Communication doesn't seem to get established.
When I press "refresh" in the communication window when I set it to COMM 5, I get another runtime error (380) indicating there is an incorrect property value.
The program then closes completely.
Setting it just to COMM 5 (as according to Device Manager) I get no connection when I then click Open Port.

If you bypass clicking on the refresh button, select the COM port pleo is connected to from the dropdown list, and click connect... does the same thing occur? I don't run, nor did I compile Dino-MITE in Vista so I'm wondering if there's some support issues hidden away in there. This is the first I've heard of this issue in question. I'll look into it, but please keep me posted.

Edit: Yes! Finally got it to run. Don't know how I did it, but I did it!

Edit: Oh good! I wonder what the deal was.

[Darkwolf]

Edit: Oh good! I wonder what the deal was.
Perhaps the order of events by turning Pleo on ect.
(Then again, I did that all by the book too... yet it suddenly worked and now I can keep connecting and disconnecting without any issues!)

Great program! Thank you! :D

[ugobeSarah]

Hi folks!

With thanks and congratulations to the amazing <a href="http://www.bauerindependents.com/">Matt Bauer</a>, the beta period is over and you can all <a href="http://www.pleoworld.com/downloads/tools">download Dino-MITE</a> right away.

Looking forward to seeing people's reports, photos, ideas, questions, and kudos to Matt here!

[tommysheu]

Hi Topguy:

May you share the audio files captured from Pleo?
Thanks.

tommy

[kchamster]

Darkwolf, i don't understand. Mine did the same thing but I don't know what the link did I downloaded but It didn't work right! Help?

[Darkwolf]

Darkwolf, i don't understand. Mine did the same thing but I don't know what the link did I downloaded but It didn't work right! Help?
What doesn't work?
Getting Pleo and the software to talk to one another?

[kchamster]

No, the 399 error that COMDLG32.OCX or one of its dependencies. I put everything else in but that is all that pops up.

[Darkwolf]

No, the 399 error that COMDLG32.OCX or one of its dependencies. I put everything else in but that is all that pops up.
The link I provided with the instructions should work since it worked for me. It's fool proof too!
All you have to do is basically this:

(1) Copy the file to the SYSTEM32 folder (not the ZIP, but the OCX file.)
(2) Run the regserv command string from CMD

That's it!
When you re-run the application, this error should no longer occur.
If it does, please verify all steps carefully or explain to me what you did and how you did it. ;)

[BauerMECH]

Yes, Darkwolf's right. That should fix it. I'll be getting a fix package around at some point, but man I've been swampped. What's going on is that the comdlg32.ocx isn't included in the setup for a few different reasons. Most of you won't need it as it's already on your machine. However, I don't know much about Vista... in fact, I've yet to even touch that OS. You who are running Vista are having the trouble? Has anyone had this issue running XP or prior?

Here's what you do (detailed step-by-step fix):

Using the comdlg32.ocx from Darkwolf's link...

Locate \Windows\System32 on your machine*
If the COMDLG32 already exists in Window's system32 folder, rename the .OCX extension so the file reads "COMDLG32.BAK" (without quotation marks).
Copy the COMDLG32.OCX in the zip folder into the \Windows\System32\ directory.
Click Start, Run and enter "regsvr32 \windows\system32\COMDLG32.OCX" and Click OK (copy and paste the line
You should see a dialog box pop up that reads something like "DllRegisterServer ... succeeded.

Now re-try."

*RUN COMMAND AND PATH FOR YOUR OS's:

Click Start, Run, and enter the following

95/98/ME
regsvr32 \windows\system\COMDLG32.OCX

NT/2000
regsvr32 \WINNT\system32\COMDLG32.OCX

XP
regsvr32 \windows\system32\COMDLG32.OCX

Hope this helps.

[Darkwolf]

XP
regsvr32 \windows\system32\COMDLG32.OCX[/COLOR]

Hope this helps.
For maximum clarification: the XP command works in Vista as well! :)

And I am also quite curious or more Vista users have the same problem.
(Perhaps it's a very old library that Microsoft just decided to ditch with Vista?)

[BauerMECH]

For maximum clarification: the XP command works in Vista as well! :)
Ah, that's good to know. Thanks! :D Like I said, I have no experience on Vista.

And I am also quite curious or more Vista users have the same problem.
(Perhaps it's a very old library that Microsoft just decided to ditch with Vista?)
That's what I'm wondering. It wouldn't be the first time they did something like that. :rolleyes:

[Bibo]

Hi all,

I downloaded dino-mite and tried to install but got an error message that some system files are out of date. The recommended reboot does not help. Does anyone had similiar problems or knows how to fix the problem?

I am using a "normal" Windows XP Version 2002 with SP2.

Thanks

Rudolf

[Darkwolf]

Hi all,
I am using a "normal" Windows XP Version 2002 with SP2.

It's recommended that you upgrade to SP3.
You never know, it might solve your problem! ;)

[pleoman]

The link I provided with the instructions should work since it worked for me. It's fool proof too!
All you have to do is basically this:

(1) Copy the file to the SYSTEM32 folder (not the ZIP, but the OCX file.)
(2) Run the regserv command string from CMD

That's it!
When you re-run the application, this error should no longer occur.
If it does, please verify all steps carefully or explain to me what you did and how you did it. ;)

cheers darkwolf it worked woo-hoo.

[Cleo6]

How do use this program, I have no idea how to use dino-mite, does my pleo need to have the software in her to, or is this a wireless kind of thing????

[Toyguy]

You hook her up using the USB cable that came with her. She has a port for it on her belly.

[Darkwolf]

How do use this program, I have no idea how to use dino-mite, does my pleo need to have the software in her to, or is this a wireless kind of thing????
Please be more specific.
Have you connected you Pleo yet?
If not, please slow down and take your time to read this thread properly first.
It fully explains (and troubleshoots) on how to use the program.
Please also note there is documentation that helps you on the way in terms of usage once you have Pleo connected and interfaced with the software! :)

[Cleo6]

Oh so its throught USB, ok that makes sense, lol, thanks for your help guys:)

[Cleo6]

OK I have Cleo hooked up to the USB port, have her turned on, the comm port on Dino-Mite is at the correct number. When I am sending commands to Cleo, nothing is received and with the camera, nothing.

I don't have a "static" folder, do I just take the pleo.urf from my PLEO folder and copy it to my SD card?

[cottoncandy90]

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew how to cpature imagines with Dino-Mite. I am trying to do it but have failed miserable. I am not to computer savy is there a Dino-Mite for dummies becuase i am way lost.
Cotton

[BauerMECH]

OK I have Cleo hooked up to the USB port, have her turned on, the comm port on Dino-Mite is at the correct number. When I am sending commands to Cleo, nothing is received and with the camera, nothing.

I don't have a "static" folder, do I just take the pleo.urf from my PLEO folder and copy it to my SD card?

PLEASE read the User's Instructional Guide BEFORE using Dino-MITE.
You can cause some serious harm to your Pleo by not following directions. For instance, by not having an SD card inserted in Pleo and attepting to capture, you will be writing to Pleo's internal flash memory... ultimately using up Pleo's own vitally important memory. It is a rather involved process copying captured files from the flash to the SD and/or deleting those files from Pleo's flash memory...

[ryane]

PLEASE read the User's Instructional Guide BEFORE using Dino-MITE.
You can cause some serious harm to your Pleo by not following directions. For instance, by not having an SD card inserted in Pleo and attepting to capture, you will be writing to Pleo's internal flash memory... ultimately using up Pleo's own vitally important memory. It is a rather involved process copying captured files from the flash to the SD and/or deleting those files from Pleo's flash memory...

will updating pleo's firmware write over these files?

[BauerMECH]

will updating pleo's firmware write over these files?

Hi Ryan, e-mail me and I can send you a walkthrough to remedy that. ;)

[49er]

Hi,
I downloaded Dino-MITE 1.0.2, entered the registration code, Pleo's name and serial number and went through all the prompts and setup. I have read the user's guide and have a SD card in hand. When I try to run the program it tries to have me go through registration through setup. Every time I try to start it up the same thing. Any ideas?

[BauerMECH]

Attached below are the fixes for the errors a few of you have been experiencing. Hope this helps :)

[BauerMECH]

Hi,
I downloaded Dino-MITE 1.0.2, entered the registration code, Pleo's name and serial number and went through all the prompts and setup. I have read the user's guide and have a SD card in hand. When I try to run the program it tries to have me go through registration through setup. Every time I try to start it up the same thing. Any ideas?

If neither of the above error fixes are not part of your problem, try uninstalling Dino-MITE using the "Add/Remove Programs" in Windows Control Panel and start over. Entering an incorrect reg # the first time, or attempting to run Dino-MITE w/ an altered .ini file, will not permit access to the the app. ;)

[49er]

If neither of the above error fixes are not part of your problem, try uninstalling Dino-MITE using the "Add/Remove Programs" in Windows Control Panel and start over. Entering an incorrect reg # the first time, or attempting to run Dino-MITE w/ an altered .ini file, will not permit access to the the app. ;)

Hi Matt,

Thank you for the reply. I uninstalled Dino-MITE using Add/Remove Programs. I then reinstalled it and did the instillation. I inputed the 20 character code, (including the hyphens,) the Pleo name and the Pleo serial number. After that all I get is the page that has a green background with a red stick of dino-MITE with green writing and am unable to start up the program.

[BauerMECH]

After that all I get is the page that has a green background with a red stick of dino-MITE with green writing and am unable to start up the program.

That page is the splash screen. Click it with your mouse cursor or just hit "Enter" on the keyboard to get past it.

[smile4wandini]

How sad for all of us Mac users that we can not use this program.
; (

[BauerMECH]

How sad for all of us Mac users that we can not use this program.
; (

I'm sorry.
Couldn't you port the Windows OS on your mac's desktop and run Dino-MITE from there? I really don't know how the compatibility would work out. I'll test the theory when I snag some time and get back to you.

[49er]

Hi Matt,

That page is the splash screen. Click it with your mouse cursor or just hit "Enter" on the keyboard to get past it.

Yes, this worked. Is there a way to start the program other than from the Start button and then All Programs?

Thank You :D

[smile4wandini]

I can not put the windows program in my Mac I have a G4
I will have to wait until I upgrade to the new Mac that is able to run windows.
In the meantime I would like to have some skits made and emailed to me so I could use them in my SD card for my Pleo!
Anyone out there want to work together?

Thanks, Sheree ; )

[Falseprophet666]

Everytime I try to download it, my bitcomet says that it failed, along with something to do with my "Tcp connection" being too small. I have absolutely no idea what any of this means, but I really want to be able to use this. It looks so neat!

[BauerMECH]

Everytime I try to download it, my bitcomet says that it failed, along with something to do with my "Tcp connection" being too small. I have absolutely no idea what any of this means, but I really want to be able to use this. It looks so neat!

:confused: Huh? You've got me. It's just your standard run of the mill zip file on a server. Click "I Agree", choose a location to save it, and click "OK".

[Falseprophet666]

no wait, I just downloaded it. I have no idea why my bitcomet was opening, but I have it. I cant wait to try this out. You rock Bauer!!

[Falseprophet666]

Just entered Jengas number and name, but now it says Run time error 339: component 'COMDLG32.OCX' or one of its dependencies not correctly registered: file missing of unregistered, after which the whole thing just shuts down. Goodness gracious, I must have done something wrong here. Do you know what is wrong?

[BauerMECH]

Run time error 339: component 'COMDLG32.OCX' or one of its dependencies not correctly registered: file missing of unregistered

Use the attachment below. One of the fixes in the zip folder will be the one you're looking for :). Follow the directions in the readme text file and go from there.

[Falseprophet666]

ok thank you so much!!!!!

[edevmoinilca]

I downloaded the fix but I really don't understand how to do what it says.Will the file ever be fixed so people can just use it without any problems?

[BauerMECH]

I downloaded the fix but I really don't understand how to do what it says.Will the file ever be fixed so people can just use it without any problems?

Ah, if it were only that easy. These errors aren't the result of anything I've necessarily done nor could prevent. They stem from Microsoft runtime support inconsistencies and differences in user configurations. The version I have posted for download is probabily best suited for the vast majority of Windows users out there today.

I could post another compiled version for those having errors (about .5% of those who've downloaded Dino-MITE) could use to possibly initialize an "errorless install". But that could also open up a whole new can of worms as people who wouldn't normally have errors (the other 99.5%) "accidentally" use it and create a mess on their PC. The current method I feel is still the simplest for all parties.

If you'd like, I could help you out in trying to get the fix to work for you.

[srobot]

Hey Matt,

How have you been?

Long time no see.

Will you be at iHobby this year? I will be bringing my Bioloid for Kung-Fu and Mike's bringing his RN-1.

Hope you see you 'round on RoboSavvy soon!

Cheers,
--Scotty

[BauerMECH]

Hey Matt,

How have you been?

Long time no see.

Will you be at iHobby this year? I will be bringing my Bioloid for Kung-Fu and Mike's bringing his RN-1.

Hope you see you 'round on RoboSavvy soon!

Cheers,
--Scotty

Hi Scotty,

Yeah, Chicago isn't too far of a drive. When is it this year? A few of us may be going to Hong Kong for an event there, but the date hasn't been set in stone yet. Hopefully the two events don't coincide.

So, you made the move to the Bioloid huh? Nice! Those Dynamixels are a force to recon with. I’ll look forward to our paths crossing.

[Brookie]

HEY YO!!! I am in to the tech stuff too and I love it and that stuff is really SWEEEEEEET!!! bit since we are all into it we should chat! I would love to so just saying! and if your wondering YES i am a girl and i will be the only one you meet who is into that tech kind of stuff!

[srobot]

Hi Scotty,

Yeah, Chicago isn't too far of a drive. When is it this year? A few of us may be going to Hong Kong for an event there, but the date hasn't been set in stone yet. Hopefully the two events don't coincide.

So, you made the move to the Bioloid huh? Nice! Those Dynamixels are a force to recon with. I’ll look forward to our paths crossing.

Hi Matt,

The day will either be October 18 or 19, this will depend on how many entries for all of the events and stuff, but Royce said if anyone can't make it both days we might be able to work it out.

I'm sure if we want to, Royce will let us do some fighting in the pits before and after the main event.

If you can come, make sure to preregister.

http://www.chibots.org

Hope to see you, and I can't wait to see how RP is doing.

Cheers,
--Scotty

Edit - This year iHobby will be in the same place and room, the Chibotica booth will be near where the battle cages were last year.

[pickled]

How does one go about deleting files from the flash drive? I accidentally captured pics to the internal memory instead of switching drives. I'm guessing I will need to reset him, but I hope there's a better way.

[BauerMECH]

How does one go about deleting files from the flash drive? I accidentally captured pics to the internal memory instead of switching drives. I'm guessing I will need to reset him, but I hope there's a better way.

e-mail me. I won't post the process because it's rather dangerous. We don't want to make things worse. :eek:

[lesodell]

i can,t get dino mite 1.0.2 to see my pleo , i will put in the codes from the web page and off pleo it takes the codes but the the program doesnt log on to the pleo ? anyone help ?

[Cableguy88]

Use the attachment below. One of the fixes in the zip folder will be the one you're looking for :). Follow the directions in the readme text file and go from there.


I did so (have the "run error"), but got an error message when i tried to register with "regsvr32 \windows\system32\COMDLG32.OCX", which sais it couldn't load the module. tried both files with both endings, together, seperate, both in the correct folder!

is it because of my OS? i use Windows Vista 64bit.. please help! i despair ;)

[Sean77408]

Is there a Mac version of this?

[Renee_10]

I did so (have the "run error"), but got an error message when i tried to register with "regsvr32 \windows\system32\COMDLG32.OCX", which sais it couldn't load the module. tried both files with both endings, together, seperate, both in the correct folder!

is it because of my OS? i use Windows Vista 64bit.. please help! i despair ;)

If you do a Google search you can find how to install the comdlg32.ocx correctly under Vista 64-bit.

This is Microsoft's take... http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/vbasic/ms788708.aspx ...scroll down to the 64-bit section and read.

something I found that might help... maybe?
In XP 64 bit at least, the 32 bit files are stored in \Windows\SysWOW64 and NOT \Windows\system32. So after moving my file over there and registering, everything went fine.

[Lavander]

I can't see the User's Instructional Guide, and I have no idea how to use Dino-MITE.

Could anyone send it to me so that it's not a PDF file?

[DragonGirl]

Where on the pleoworld site is the Pleo USB Driver ugobe.inf mentioned in the Dino-Mite software docs?

[wgb]

I was also looking for it to.
ugobe.inf

[BauerMECH]

Where on the pleoworld site is the Pleo USB Driver ugobe.inf mentioned in the Dino-Mite software docs?

There has been only one release of the driver and it is included w/ the Dino-MITE zip download. Although the doc states you can locate the most up to date drivers here at pleoworld, there is no other drivers available... probably won't be for a long, long, long time. There's just no need at this point. Hope this helps.

[Allosaurus]

I'm looking forward to it too!

[Sean77408]

I cannot use DINO-Mite because whenever I open the setup it says that some system files are not up to date it says it will update them and to restart the computer. When you restart the computer and open the setup it says the same thing. And I can never install DINO-Mite. What is wrong???

[BauerMECH]

I cannot use DINO-Mite because whenever I open the setup it says that some system files are not up to date it says it will update them and to restart the computer. When you restart the computer and open the setup it says the same thing. And I can never install DINO-Mite. What is wrong???
Go to this earlier thread (http://forums.pleoworld.com/showthread.php?t=2078&page=11) and pay particularly close attention to post #105.

[darmawan_setio]

mr Bauer i just wanna ask question...why after i install you software and i put license key in there after i quit...put license key still there? and i must put name and serialnumber..again....again .....and again

[BauerMECH]

mr Bauer i just wanna ask question...why after i install you software and i put license key in there after i quit...put license key still there? and i must put name and serialnumber..again....again .....and again

Go to this earlier thread (click here) (http://forums.pleoworld.com/showthread.php?t=2078&page=11). There is a .zip file in the 105th post (refer to the number in the upper right-hand corner of each post to find #105 (ie. this is the 127th post)) you can download that has fixes for either of the two possible errors you may be experiencing.

[Renee_10]

Thank you again for an A+ app you guys! Amazing it's free!