Open Panzer

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Driving - [Track Recoil]

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Driving Adjustments The settings on this tab all impact the manner in which the vehicle moves. Engine and Transmission Basics [Driving tab of OP Config] Although in reality the electric motor(s) in your model can be energized at any time, and there is no “neutral” gear in the gearbox unit, the TCB creates an

Functions

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Functions and Triggers [Functions tab of OP Config] The ability to link Functions and Triggers is a key feature that sets the TCB apart from any other product on the market today, and gives it so much power and flexibility. “Functions” and “Triggers” may sound complicated if you haven't heard about them before, but don't worry, the concept is very simple.

I/O Ports - [Relay Modules]

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Input/Output Ports A and B There are two general purpose, logic-level input/output ports available on the TCB. We use the term logic-level here to indicate than when used as outputs these ports can only send very-low current signals to other logic devices (such as another Arduino), but they should

Modifying the Sketch - [Light Settings]

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Modifying the Sketch Once you open the sketch in the Arduino IDE you will see several tabs along the top. There are two tabs we will be interested in, called “AA_LightSetup” and “AA_UserConfig.h” AA_LightSetup Tab [Lights Setup] Note: Nick Segers has made an Excel file that will automate the generation of this entire section. Download it from the list of files on the

Theory of Operation - [Explanation of Settings]

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Basic Theory of Operation Explanation of States The OSL board provides multiple light outputs suitable for LEDs, and each output can power multiple LEDs. Each light output can be made to do something in response to multiple conditions, or States. These are:

Open Source Lights (OSL) - [Open Source Lights (OSL)]

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Open Source Lights (OSL) The OSL project is an Arduino-compatible RC light controller for use in cars and trucks. It can control up to 8 light outputs (multiple LEDs are possible on each output) and accepts up to three channels of control (throttle, steering, and an extra switch of up to 5 positions).

Serial Motor Controllers - [Pololu Qik Setup]

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Dual-Motor Serial Controllers Originally designed for the popular robotics hobby, dual-motor serial controllers are perfect for controlling RC tanks. These devices put two speed controllers onto a single board and can be controlled via serial protocol. This takes up less space than using two distinct RC ESCs, and the connection to the TCB only requires a single cable.

RC ESCs - [HobbyKing XCar 45A]

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RC Hobby Electronic Speed Controls The TCB has eight RC outputs, and numbers 1-4 are dedicated to: 1. Left tread (or drive channel for cars) 2. Right tread (or steering channel for cars/halftracks) 3. Turret rotation 4. Barrel elevation Of course you are free to use other sources for those functions, for example you may choose to drive the turret motors with the onboard controllers and the drive motors with a serial controller. Any of these four RC outputs not used for primary functions …

TCB Board Layout - [Left Side]

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Board Layout [Board Layout] Left Side Motor Serial Also known as Serial Port 2, this is reserved for communicating with serial dual motor controllers such as the Dimension Engineering Sabertooth series or the Pololu Qik controllers, or the Open Panzer Scout controller. The plug is a 3-pin JST-PH, though only two pins are needed (

Motors - [Drive and Turret Motors]

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Motor Selection [Motors tab of OP Config] On this tab you will specify how you want to power the main drive motors as well as the two turret motors (one for turret rotation, and one for barrel elevation). As you make your selections in the OP Config program, you will see next to them helpful notes about where to plug in your motor, speed control, or servo. For more information on wiring these devices to the TCB, see the

SCOUT ESC - RC MODE - [Introduction]

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Scout ESC in RC Mode Introduction The Scout ESC is an open-source, dual brushed-motor speed controller that accepts both standard RC inputs or logic-level serial commands. The onboard processor is an ATmega 328 and can be programmed with the Arduino IDE using a standard FTDI cable or adapter (precompiled firmwares can also be downloaded and flashed to the Scout using the OP Config program). It operates at ultrasonic frequencies (no motor whine), at voltages up to 16 volts, and is rated at 12 a…

SCOUT ESC - [Introduction]

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Scout ESC Introduction The Scout ESC is an open-source, dual brushed-motor speed controller that accepts both standard RC inputs or logic-level serial commands. The onboard processor is an ATmega 328 and can be programmed with the Arduino IDE using a standard FTDI cable or adapter. It operates at ultrasonic frequencies (no motor whine), at voltages up to 16 volts, and is rated at 10 amps continuous per channel, but the addition of a fan can increase the current capacity. The Scout has its own …

Misc - [Pololu Qik Configuration]

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Miscellaneous Settings [Misc tab of OP Config] Low Voltage Cutoff [Low Voltage Cutoff Settings] Low voltage cutoff is a feature to help protect the battery in your model from over-discharge. This can be especially important for lithium-polymer (LiPo) batteries, which can be permanently damaged if their voltage drops too low. With LVC enabled, if pack voltage drops below the level specified all tank movement will be disabled and all lights attached to the TCB, as well as the two onboard red an…

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