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Re: Wiring the wireless bridge to the robot

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Originally Posted by CHSboy View Post
Okay, I got the connector and what not. How exactly do you get the wires in it?
Here's what Section 3.2.6 Troubleshooting and FAQ of the 2009 FRC Control System Manual has to say about that:

How do I build a cable for passing 12V power to the WiFi adapter?
  • Take the module's power adapter and cut the wire off close to the Wall-Wart.
  • Separate the wires and strip 7mm off the ends.
  • To insert wire into a WAGO 734-102 connector, push down on the actuation port in back. Alternatively, use the plastic actuation lever.
  • Insert the positive (striped) wire in the right port of the WAGO 734-102 connector.
  • Insert the negative wire in the left port of the WAGO 734-102 connector.
  • Give a smart tug to verify the connection is secure.
  • Insert the WAGO 734-102 into the mating connector on the PD.
  • Power the PD, and verify that the barrel connector's centor conductor is positive.