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Tank Control Board (TCB)

Where to Buy The TCB is available for purchase from Torro in Germany, with worldwide shipping: Torro-Shop.de

Please see this Quick Start Guide if you have recently acquired a TCB.
 
OP Config
v0.93.78
11/3/2024

OP Config Windows Installer

For Developers

GitHub Repository
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USB Drivers for TCB

FTDI VCP - FTDI Virtual COM Port (VCP) drivers
It is recommended you download and run the setup executable version, which is not immediately apparent on the FTDI page - it is in the Comments column of the table you will see there. Check out the USB Drivers page in the Wiki for complete driver installation instructions with photos.

TCB Firmware
v0.93.78
3/6/2024

Compiled hex
Compiled hex (DIY Version)
Most users won't need these hex files, just use OP Config to check for new firmware. For more information on the "DIY" firmware, read here.

For Developers
GitHub Repository
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Prior firmware versions

TCB Mk 1
Hardware
Rev 23
12/25/2016

Scout ESC (dual motor controller)

Scout Firmware
v0.91.20
9/5/2018

Compiled hex - for Rev 11 boards and later
(Most users won't need this hex file, just use OP Config to check for and flash new firmware)

For Developers
GitHub Repository
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Release Notes
Prior firmware versions

 
Scout Hardware

Rev 11
7/14/2018
The only change in Revision 11 of the Scout ESC hardware is that the motor driver chips are changed from the VNH2SP30 (now obsolete) to their replacements, the VNH5019. These chips have the same specifications as the old ones except they can handle input voltages up to 24 volts as opposed to 16 volts. The new chips have different pin orders so some slight re-routing has been done, therefore Rev 11 PCBs and stencils are not compatible with prior hardware revisions, and neither are the firmwares! Otherwise all components remain the same.


Sound Card

INI Creator
Utility
v0.93.42
12/01/2018

INI Creator Utility - Windows Installer

Note: This utility is only required if you intend to use the Open Panzer Sound Card in RC input mode. If you are using the sound card in conjunction with the TCB, then you do not need this program because all configuration will be taken care of by the TCB.

Instructions for using the sound card with the TCB: CLICK HERE

Instructions for using the sound card in RC mode: CLICK HERE

For Developers

GitHub Repository
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Sound Card Firmware
v0.93.61
6/27/2021

Compiled hex
(Most users won't need this hex file, just use OP Config to check for new firmware)

For Developers
Ongoing discussion thread
GitHub Repository
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Release Notes
Prior firmware versions

 
Sound Files

Various users have generated sound sets for the Open Panzer Sound Card, you can download them here: Open Panzer SoundSets on GitHub

If you create a sound-set and would like it added, please let us know by posting in this thread.

 
Sound Card Hardware
Ver 3
7/23/2018

Member Designs

FatFingers
Shield
v2
7/25/2020

For those wishing to build their own DIY TCB Gerald Rude created this shield intended to be used with a RobotDyn Mega 2560 Pro or other small form-factor Arduino 2560 boards, often called Mega Pro or Pro Mini. The shield is built using almost entirely through-hole components for ease of assembly and the few SMD components are easy to solder by hand.

Note: When you flash the firmware to your Arduino, be sure to select the "TCB - DIY Version" firmware in OP Config.

Baldock
Shield
Rev A
6/3/2022

This is Richard Baldock's shield design. Like the FatFingers shield it is intended for use with the small form-factor Arduino 2560 boards, often called Mega Pro or Pro Mini. This design leaves off several aspects of the original TCB which however many people don't need anyway, and the result is a simple design with very few components, all of which are through-hole for easy assembly. Things to note: this does not include onboard motor drivers so ESCs will need to be used for turret motors. There is no motor serial connection so main drive motors will also need to be ESCs (ie, no Sabertooth). IR functionality is not included, and the radio input only accepts iBus or PPM (no SBus). Mechanical recoil/airsoft is also not included, but you can use servo recoil. What is included: all 8 servo outputs, all light outputs, smoker, Taigen flash, and the ability to run Taigen or Benedini sound cards.

Note: When you flash the firmware to your Arduino, be sure to select the "TCB - DIY Version" firmware in OP Config.

Heclo Shield



Hardware
v1
7/9/2020




Firmware
v0.93.71
9/7/2020

User Heclo has created a TCB shield for use with any Arduino-compatible Mega2560 board. The shield provides all the components needed for both the TCB and the Open Panzer Sound card on a single board. It also adds two additional onboard motor drivers capable of delivering up to 30 amps each - in other words, this design creates a complete tank control package with no need for external speed controls or sound cards (though those are still supported).

The board uses surface mount components on both the top and bottom of the board, so requires advanced assembly skills if you want to attempt to build your own.

Because the hardware is not entirely the same it requires its own special version of firmware, which can be downloaded in OP Config on the Firmware tab by selecting the "TCB - Heclo Shield" entry in the Hex file drop down.

Discussion thread for the Heclo shield - ask questions here


Hardware Files


Firmware Files

Compiled hex
Most users won't need this hex file, just use OP Config to check for new firmware.

For Developers
GitHub Repository
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Release Notes

Rongyos
Tank IR
5/23/2024

User Rongyos has created a small board that adds Tamiya IR battle capabilities to Heng Long / Taigen or other controllers which would not otherwise be compatible with that standard. The board is easy to assemble and uses a standard Arduino Nano for the processor. By monitoring the stock airsoft pin from the Heng Long / Taigen MFU it knows when to send the Tamiya IR signal. Medium or heavy weight class can be selected by a jumper on the board. The tank is immobilized by the use of an inexpensive dual relay module controlled by the IR board, which temporarily disconnects the gearboxes when a hit is received or when the tank is destroyed. As an added bonus the IR board also provides the ability to use a recoil servo in case your stock MFU does not support one.


Accessories

Tamiya Adapters
MOSFET Switch
LED Current Limiters
3D Printed Servo Volume Control

    For those with a 3D printer, this clever device from forum member Lotuswins mates a cheap 9 gram servo (such as the HXT900) with the Taigen volume potentiometer (#TAG120749) for remote volume control from your transmitter. Compatible with any radio and tank system that uses a conventional pot for volume control, not just for Open Panzer use!

    Instructions and STL files are available in this thread


Open Source Lights (OSL)

Resources
OSL Firmware
v0.06.01
3/18/2024

Project Sketch (Zip)
Unzip and then drag and drop the OpenSourceLights folder into your Arduino sketches folder. Read this page for more information on using Arduino and loading the sketch.

Excel Utility (xls)
Will automatically generate the light scheme code, but you will still need to modify the configuration parameters in the sketch.

For Developers
GitHub Repository
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Prior firmware versions

OSL Hardware
v1.7
12/16/2015
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