Encoder keeps stopping?

[NeatTeam]

Originally Posted by Alan Anderson

Did you actually run the Encoder example and make sure it worked? That would verify your wiring.

I ran the Encoder example a few minutes ago and got the same results. (The "Alarm Status" says "Encoder Stopped" and the values don't change)

Is the wiring mentioned in the original post okay?

[Alan Anderson]

Assuming you're connecting to DIO pins (and not Relay or PWM pins), the wiring described in the first post should work.

Is there actually 5V on the center DIO pin? Check the 5V LED on the Digital Sidecar. While you're at it, check the 6V and BAT LEDs too. Are they all lit? How about the Robot Signal Light?

[tilky]

i know it sounds stupid, but try unplugging and replugging the encoder wires from the encoder itself. We had a similar problem, and for whatever reason that worked. Also, if this doesn't work, try reading the digital outs on the front panel. Both should be flashing when you run the motors.