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LG67
06-01-2008, 01:19
I've been looking through the forums to find info about incorporating the IR Receiver on the Robot. Here's a list of what I've found so far
IR User Guide (http://www.usfirst.org/community/frc/content.aspx?id=7600)
and the video from the Kickoff (http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3229314237592674798)

I haven't found much info yet.
I was wondering if anybody has found a wiring diagram for the receiver board (listing replacement components) or anything else of general interest.

Also I'd like to hear what challenges and successes other teams are facing as they use the IR in test hybrid modes.

keen101
06-01-2008, 01:42
No, I haven't found one yet, but i'm not sure one is needed. It is pretty straight forward. That said, they will probably provide one soon. :)

http://www2.usfirst.org/2008comp/Manual/2008_Robot_Power_Distribution_Diagram.pdf

wire 3 (-) and 1 (+) or 4 (-) and 2 (+) for power. (when wiring to the robot make sure to follow wiring rules, such as wiring it to a fuse.)

wire 5,6,7,8 to their own white wire on PWM cable, and connect black wire from cables to ground.