surfngurlie07
Let me just start by gratefully THANKING anyone with any help. I would greatly appreciate it. I will also start by saying this- I have never embarked with robotics or kits like this.... so please be kind and gentle, because chances are I have NO IDEA what you're talking about.
Generalized- I need a Pan/Tilt system that is remote (For a headdress in a costume). The headpiece won't weigh much, but I do need it to be reliable. For this current system that Robotshop suggested, it is completely remote and able to be controlled via the Ivenscience controller and my chin in the headpiece.
My problem lies here: The servos will not power. I can hear voltage like there is current, but nothing moves. I unplugged everything and plugged in two micro servos and still nothing. I am not sure whether there has to be something to tell the servos what to do? Or if the controller unit is broken?
Or, If I'm powering it incorrectly. I read it should be able to be powered via usb from a computer. I tried that, a 5V iphone charger and 12V ipad charger. Nothing works. Although you can hear hissing voltage more in the 12V.
I'm heartbroken as this was for a special costume contest and need a quick fix. Anyone have any suggestions? There are a few hobby shops around, but with the holidays and me working all day both days my time and resources are very limited to be leaving on Tuesday morning.
This is my current setup:
Lynxmotion large pan/tilt http://www.lynxmotion.com/p-892-large-pantilt-black-anodized-no-servos.aspx
HS805BB servo http://www.lynxmotion.com/p-80-hs-805bb-343-oz-in-mega-servo.aspx
Standard servo https://www.radioshack.com/products/radioshack-standard-servo?variant=5717376965
Ivenscience PS2 joystick controller connected with 5mm jack to USB http://invenscience.com/index_files/ps2_joystick_servo_controller.htm
If anyone has a better idea how to make these puppies move, I'd be ever eternally grateful. Pictures and links to products if referring would be very helpful.
Can you explain the wiring between EZB controller, power, hardware ?
Can you post your ARC project ?
All of the hardware they said would make it work is listed above. For power I was told that a 2400 mAH portable phone charger would work. It doesn't... nor does a 5V, 12V or USB directly into the computer.
As for wiring, there is battery to Usb, to 5.5mm jack that connects into the controller. From there it's standard 3 prong plug ins directly into the joystick, connecting out to the Pan/Tilt kit (servos).
If that's what you meant? All of my hardware and specs are listed above.
This is from the products website listed above for the joystick:
This servo controller is the perfect accessory for testing or controlling servos of all sizes. Just plug in your servos into the standard servo 3 pin sockets. Connect 5VDC power to the power jack and you are ready to move servos. ABS housing with mounting tabs integrates easily into your project and allows direct control of servos by generating the RC PWM command signal. The controller is a 2 axis unit which means it will control two servos simultaneously. Power input is reverse polarity protected and power is connected to the servo ports to allow direct powering of the servos. Order the USB cable below to power direct from your computer or other electronic device. **Note: This product powers from 5 VDC and can supply the power for smaller servos that only require 5VDC and 1-2 amps. For larger servos, requiring different voltages such as our Torxis servos, you will need an additional supply to power the servos. The joystick controller will still supply the control signal. Do not exceed current limits for your power source device.
Setup (note some cables are not connected)
I tried to be subtle... when i asked about an EZB controller or an ARC project...
The EZ-Robot community forum exists to discuss EZ-Robot hardware, off-course there is space for other type of discussions.
most people here are familiarized with EZR hardware and/or ARC supported products.
you should try to post your questions in the vendor forum, and keep the track there.
OK.
I'm guessing.
The servo datasheet mentions 700 ma @ 4.8V no-load, they don't mention the initial peak/burst.
your problem is the power supply, you will need to use a 5v 5A power supply. something like these:
https://www.adafruit.com/products/1466 https://www.adafruit.com/products/658
And you cannot use a regular desktop/PC USB or iphone/ipad chargers, the reason is the current limit:
IPad charger (Apple Original) is 2.1 A IPhone charger (Apple Original) is 1.0 A PC USB is 0.5 A