RoboteQ AX2850 Computer Hardware User Manual


 
R/C Operation
120 AX2550 Motor Controller Users Manual Version 1.9b. June 1, 2007
Notes:
If you attempt to calibrate the joysticks while the radio is off or not connected to the con-
troller, the calibration data will not change and the previously stored information will con-
tinue to be used.
If calibration is performed with only one R/C channel connected to the controller, then only
the joystick that is active will be calibrated. The other channel will keep its original settings.
A minimum amount of travel is required between the min, max and center joystick posi-
tions. If, while calibrating, the joystick has not been moved far enough from either side of
the center position, the controller will automatically include a minimum of travel to ensure
proper and safe operation. In most cases, this creates no undesired effect to the driving
characteristics of the robot.
R/C calibration only applies to the channel 1 and channel 2 inputs. The accessory activation
channel (channel 3) is preset at the factory and cannot be changed.
Important Notice
To ensure that only stable pulses are present, the R/C transmitter and radio must be
On before entering joystick calibration.
Activating the Accessory Outputs
The AX2550 has a general purpose output that may be turned on and off using a third R/C
channel on the radio.
Output C is a buffered output capable of driving a 2A device at up to 24V. Details on how to
wire this output to user accessories can be found at Connecting Sensors and Actuators to
Input/Outputs on page 55.
The output is activated by pushing the joystick to the maximum position. The output turns
back off when the joystick is returned to the center position.
Note: Channel 3 is not available on the controllers equipped with encoder inputs.