Why pull the pin high for 250ms?
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- C++
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Description
In [TinyDHT.cpp](https://github.com/adafruit/TinyDHT/blob/master/TinyDHT.cpp#L87), the `DHT::read` function pulls the data pin high for 250ms:
```c
// pull the pin high and wait 250 milliseconds
digitalWrite(_pin, HIGH);
delay(250);
```
What is this delay for? Looking through [the data sheet](https://cdn-shop.adafruit.com/datasheets/Digital+humidity+and+temperature+sensor+AM2302.pdf) it doesn't appear to be required.
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Research direction
Start with TinyDHT.cpp at the DHT::read function and compare the 250 ms delay with the linked AM2302 datasheet. Confirm whether the delay is required and identify the intended change or explanation; the issue is done only when that rationale and any resulting action are established.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- cpp
- Domain
- embedded-iot
- Issue type
- Bug
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Needs clarification
- Newbie friendliness
- 25/100