Configuring the RFM12B Module

Hey, I'm kind of a newbie to the Arduino's and modules in general as well as embedded systems in general. So I'm kind of stuck with a minor problem that I have no idea what the cause is for.

Basically I have connected a RFM12B module (ordered a kit from JeeLabs) and soldered it. After that I connected it to my Arduino UNO board and it should presumably work fine, as I have followed the instructions thoroughly.

However, when I go into the serial monitor (After uploading the RFM12B demo sketch) the only line that is showing is:

[RF12demo.8] A i1 g212 @ 433 MHz

And after I type in anything, it doesn't do anything and remains on that line. Does not even give me an error.

I'm really confused and I would appreciate some help. Did I solder something wrong? Have I skipped some instructions?

Longstreet:
Did I solder something wrong?

Without actually seeing what you soldered, can't really say...

Have I skipped some instructions?

What instructions?

Arrch:

Longstreet:
Did I solder something wrong?

Without actually seeing what you soldered, can't really say...

Here are some pictures that I just took:

Have I skipped some instructions?

What instructions?

Basically a bunch of websites, the datasheets and this website specifically http://blog.strobotics.com.au/2008/01/08/rfm12-tutorial-part1/

Did you test to make sure the board (not JeeLabs board, but the RFM12B board) is receiving the correct power? Also, I would check to make sure there is a connection from the pins on the RFM board to the appropriate pins on the Arduino. This is the datasheet to the board to help with which pins go where:

http://www.hoperf.com/upload/rf/RFM12B.pdf

I would also make sure you ordered the 433 MHz version of it, as they have a couple different frequency boards.

It looks at your foto, if pin 1 (+5) is conncted to GND, or Aref
And pin 2 (gnd) to +5 with the wire
Make sure your connect are right, see also this link.
http://jeelabs.org/2011/02/02/meet-the-rfm12b-board/