Is this allowed? -- DSC directly on 9403

[Alan Anderson]

We saved 5 or 6 ounces by using a 37-pin ribbon cable. Not to mention the nicer-looking connection.

[VEI Dude]

I missed that R64 -- we are not using that module or it's breakout. So we have to have it on there anyway??? Or does the rule imply that if we're using it, then it must be in that slot?

Either way, we could've shuffled the other modules so the digital sidecar clears.

I'm looking at the DB37 w/ribbon connector option now. Yes, every bit of weight savings helps, because we don't want to comprimise the design.

Cheers,
-Neil.

[Joe Ross]

Originally Posted by VEI Dude

I missed that R64 -- we are not using that module or it's breakout. So we have to have it on there anyway??? Or does the rule imply that if we're using it, then it must be in that slot?

The orange box after <R64> makes it clear that it's required for every robot (and even explains why it's required).

[VEI Dude]

Okay, I'll check the docs when I get back tonight. Thanks!

[Alan Anderson]

Originally Posted by VEI Dude

I missed that R64 -- we are not using that module or it's breakout. So we have to have it on there anyway??? Or does the rule imply that if we're using it, then it must be in that slot?

Either way, we could've shuffled the other modules so the digital sidecar clears.

Yes, you must have the analog module in slot 1 with a 12-volt supply connected from a 20 amp breaker on the power distritution and the analog breakout's jumper set to read battery voltage.

No, you can not shuffle modules. They must be in the defined slots. Mandatory analog in slot 1 (with battery monitor jumper) and digital in slot 4 (with attached sidecar connected to Robot Signal Light). Optional analog in slot 2, digital in slot 6, and pneumatic in slot 8.

[VEI Dude]

Okay thanks. I'm going to leave the connection changes to the controls sub-team folks. I'm just trying to re-do the mount layout and board today for weight savings.

[Kush]

i don't know if this is allowed but i wouldn't recommend it. if there is a shift in the chassis from the violent ramming in this years game it could damage the pins which will be hard to fix.