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problem with PSC comm?

playfightplayfight Posts: 6
edited 2009-06-04 22:06 in Robotics
I was having problems talkign to my PSC device.
I started off with the firmware program, where it would not report
the version I had. I followed the directions and called tech support.
They very quickly assumed I had a faulty unprogramed board, and sent me out a new one. The new one came, and it did the same. I downloaded the PDF on the PSC and read it carefully (being a Saturday - can't call tech support) and noticed the Vservo jumper was set wrong. This rests between the X4 and X5 I/0 pin slots. Mine was on the two pins closest to the breadboard, the Vin position. I moved it up to the Vdd position, the other two pins, and now it is working. I have firmware version 1.3 as it turns out.

Thought i would post this for other newbies who might save 5 days by reading this, unlike myself. At least I have a spare PSC board now smile.gif

Comments

  • NikosGNikosG Posts: 705
    edited 2009-05-27 18:03
    Do you know where can I find code or other stuff about the use of PSC REVB . My version is 1.4. I have created a gripper whith 4 mini servos. I have conected this gripper in my boe Bot and I'm trying to control the motors

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  • rolivierrolivier Posts: 7
    edited 2009-05-27 18:07
    crustcrawler.com is very helpful for PSC apps. go here: http://www.crustcrawler.com/software/psc/index.php
  • NikosGNikosG Posts: 705
    edited 2009-06-04 22:06
    Thank you. I read more carefully the pdf file about Parallax servo controller and I've find the answers.
    I've finally controlled my home made robot arm. Here is the first test http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7peMI2R8so


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