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Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Les Call, Jun 16, 2019.

  1. Les Call

    Les Call rotax 912 Gold Contributor

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    Hi. Am going to try and build a 2DOF system and have bought a Monster Moto and a Arduino board but need to find a simple circuit /wiring diagram to get started can anybody point me in the right direction please.
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    You have lots of Arduino code options: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/arduino-code-for-use-with-various-hardware-and-simtools.31/

    But I would suggest you try SMC3, as the instructions are detailed and it has a app to do all the settings: http://www.xsimulator.net/community...3dof-motor-driver-and-windows-utilities.4957/

    If you are using cheap clone MMs then be aware of potential faults and how to test them: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/reputable-monster-moto-suppliers-testing-before-use.158/
  3. Les Call

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    Hi thanks for the information wireing is now compleate one question how do you know the position of the pot on the motor shaft ? should it be fitted half way between travel furthest right and furthest left
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  5. Les Call

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    Les Call rotax 912 Gold Contributor

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    Hi noorbeast. Applied for a free DIY key but was denied ?as i thought i had done everything to qualify could you tell me why ? i dont have a problem buying the Key but i thought it was free to people that were building a DIY sim .Thanks Les.
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    You must meet the criteria, which includes your build thread showing progress of the rig to the testing phase, please reapply once your build and thread meet that criteria:

    To qualify for a free license:

    • You must be building a true DIY motion simulator. (Not built from a kit or purchased from a simulator seller, a model simulator does not qualify.)
    • Have a unique build thread or Showcase in DIY Simulator Projects. (The thread should show some effort, which means it should show progress to the testing phase.)
    • Have been a member of the community for at least 30 days.