sean_clough:
A still trying to get an image up, I think the upload timed out
B State = system state
C ... " I then plugged in the soinso cable or wire... " if that makes any sense
"State" is Your private nomenclature, not understandable. Please don't use any private dictionary.
Bring up the Arduino reference: pinMode() - Arduino Reference
I use quite often. Look at "INPUT_PULLUP. That saves components and wiring.
What is "soinso"?