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Tutorial SMC3 Arduino 3DOF Motor Driver and Windows Utilities

Discussion in 'SimTools compatible interfaces' started by RufusDufus, Dec 1, 2013.

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  1. fzxj520

    fzxj520 Active Member

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    I will dof output changed to axis output., Unfortunately, the problem still exists.
    fzxj520, Nov 28, 2015
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  2. insanegr

    insanegr !N$@n€

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    it could be a region setting problem have you tried US in windows control panel?
    region US 1.png region US 2.png region US 3.png
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    insanegr, Nov 28, 2015
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  3. fzxj520

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    Thank you very much for reminding me.
    Try modified, it may be one in which I missed.
    I change all the settings again for the United States, SimTools normal work. I hope the next version SimTools can fix the error locale.
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    fzxj520, Nov 29, 2015
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    Please someone help making a Arduino code for this ponteH'm standing with my project! please friends!:(:sos http://www.xsimulator.net/community...and-windows-utilities.4957/page-38#post-91743
    Claudemir, Nov 30, 2015
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    Haha, this is the program of small bug here. Many software to have this problem
    Try this the format to English (US)
    upload_2015-11-30_9-59-54.png
    The regional and language to English (US)
    upload_2015-11-30_10-0-32.png
    After it would not tamper.
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    AlexinChina, Nov 30, 2015
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    Well, looks like I come too late
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    AlexinChina, Nov 30, 2015
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    Your FIG good. ah what software to painting it
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    AlexinChina, Nov 30, 2015
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    thank you very much! I use Photoshop software, I was the occupation is art
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    Just wanted to say that I am impressed about your work guys, the patience and commitment for every user, just read the whole 38 pages . I am also building a sim and I wanted to use the JRK`s 12v12 but sadly with holidays coming I can`t get them until end of Januar and it is to late for me, I don`t have patience until then :).

    Reading this whole thread I am inclined to use @RufusDufus software and Arduino Uno V3 but again I have issues with Motomonster, delivery at January end , In case that I cant get Motomonster what other Pololu bridges you recommend ? Dual VNH5019 Motor Driver Shield for Arduino, one for each motor ? Is compatible with SMC ?
    My gearmotors specs are 12 V, 3000 rpm with a gearbox of 30:1 , 180 W nominal, 240W load , load current 30 A but I estimate that I will have 40 A+ in sim use . Simulator will be shoulder mounted and with traction loss, three Dell Server PSU`s 2950.

    @RufusDufus , @Pit you have done a great work here !!!
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    PetiCovaci, Dec 10, 2015
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    Please check if the wiring attached is ok for Arduino and Pololu Dual VNH 5019

    Thanks. Pololu VNH5019 and Arduino.jpg
    PetiCovaci, Dec 10, 2015
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    Sorry for the triple post but I can`t edit it anymore.
    Just found on Pololu page something interesting and it seems that my wiring is faulty :(
    Here is the link from Pololu : https://www.pololu.com/docs/0J49/7

    Maybe someone can help.
    PetiCovaci, Dec 10, 2015
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    Yes, it is. I used them successfully 2 months ago or so. They are limited by drawing current, 15A continuous and 30A peak (single bridge mode) is the maximum
    IMO the VNH5019 are too weak to handle the high current peaks in the long run, f.eg if you prefer aggressive settings.
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    After a short conversation with @Pit I decided to go with Arduino and MonsterMoto .
    I ordered from ebay from a recommended shop : 2x Arduino Uno, 4x Monster Moto, heatsinks, fans, breadboard, wires all kind of colours.
    Until I get my hardware I will follow the forum. At the moment I am strugling with a sim design, I will open another thread in the forum.
    Thank you guys.
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    PetiCovaci, Dec 10, 2015
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    Can anyone verify this if this plan will work? Thanks in advance!.
    I have 3 x IBT_2 and arduino uno
    Afb030.jpg Wiring-3-Motors_plus_5v_power.jpg
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    The very first thing which I determine there is no GND from the Arduino to the bridge.
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    Wiring-3-Motors.jpg Wiring-3-Motors_plus_5v_power.jpg Common ground. Original drawing upgraded. Should I use them. I read about ground loops. Hence I thought extra power 5v. But then this is better.
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    Common ground works great. Now testing motors white SMCutil. All motor rotating and all pots moving display line.
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    I'm in my way of making a DIY Arduino UNO shield Opto-Coupler for interfacing VFD's with AC motors ...
    and using the SMC3 Arduino 3DOF motor driver code "In the default Mode 1" .

    like this picture ... the opto-coupler pcb will be like PCI card shaped for easy mounting it inside the PC .
    2.jpg

    Arduino is installed in the back of the PCI shield ... the components side of the opto-coupler is surface mounted .
    3.jpg

    The key question for me now is :
    -Option 1: to have a DB-25 connector with a TC adapter for wires in the back of the computer ?​
    5.jpg

    -Option 2: using the phone RJ11 phone jack and the stereo jack for easy future ready made cabling ?​

    6.jpg

    What is the most available easiest option that you may all like ?


    Edit :
    Or you may like both versions ? :D
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    Speedy,
    After looking closer and thinking more about it, I like your option 2. Seems more up-front and the easiest for all, especially non-technical diy folks.

    Thanks so much for all of your hard work and efforts to help us in the AC arena.

    Blessings,

    Tom
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