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34
35 <!-- Header -->
36 <div style="padding: 0.5rem 0 1rem 0; display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:1.5rem; align-items:flex-start;">
37 <div style="flex:1 1 300px;">
38 <h1 class="asm">Arm Base Assembly Guide v2.1</h1>
39 <p><b>Updated December 2014</b></p>
40 <p>This guide shows how to assemble the arm base with either the SSC-32 or the SSC-32U servo controller. Take note of which you have and follow each step accordingly, as the connections and configuration are different.</p>
41 <p><span class="asm-warning">Safety first!</span> Wear eye protection and never touch a powered robot!</p>
42 </div>
43 <div style="text-align:center; flex:0 1 280px;">
44 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base16.jpg" style="max-width:100%; border:1px solid #ccc; border-radius:4px;">
45 <p style="font-size:12px; color:#666; margin-top:0.3rem;"><b>Arm Base mounted (SSC-32 shown).</b></p>
46 </div>
47 </div>
48
49 <!-- Step 1 -->
50 <div class="asm-step">
51 <div class="asm-step-header">
52 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Insert Bearing Pins</div>
53 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 1 / 20</div>
54 </div>
55 <div class="asm-step-body">
56 <div class="asm-step-text">
57 <p>Insert the stainless steel pins into the plastic bearings as shown.</p>
58 <div class="asm-parts">
59 <div class="asm-part">
60 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">5x</div><div class="asm-part-name">Stainless steel bearing pin</div></div>
61 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/basepin.gif"></div>
62 </div>
63 </div>
Eric Nantel 1.1 64 </div>
Eric Nantel 46.1 65 <div class="asm-step-figure">
66 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base01.jpg">
67 <span>Figure 1.</span>
68 </div>
69 </div>
70 </div>
71
72 <!-- Step 2 -->
73 <div class="asm-step">
74 <div class="asm-step-header">
75 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Install Bearings</div>
76 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 2 / 20</div>
77 </div>
78 <div class="asm-step-body">
79 <div class="asm-step-text">
80 <p>Install the bearings into the base as shown — they will fit snugly. Note: the notch in the bottom edge of the base indicates the back.</p>
81 </div>
82 <div class="asm-step-figure">
83 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base02.jpg">
84 <span>Figure 2.</span>
85 </div>
86 </div>
87 </div>
88
89 <!-- Step 3 -->
90 <div class="asm-step">
91 <div class="asm-step-header">
92 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Sand Bearings Flat</div>
93 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 3 / 20</div>
94 </div>
95 <div class="asm-step-body">
96 <div class="asm-step-text">
97 <p>Lay a piece of 400 grit sandpaper on a flat surface and move the base (upside down) in small circles on it. This will remove any imperfections on the bearings.</p>
98 </div>
99 <div class="asm-step-figure">
100 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base03.jpg">
101 <span>Figure 3.</span>
102 </div>
103 </div>
104 </div>
105
106 <!-- Step 4 -->
107 <div class="asm-step">
108 <div class="asm-step-header">
109 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Verify Bearing Surface</div>
110 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 4 / 20</div>
111 </div>
112 <div class="asm-step-body">
113 <div class="asm-step-text">
114 <p>Figure 4 shows the circle pattern on the sandpaper. The inset shows the bearings after any imperfections have been removed.</p>
115 </div>
116 <div class="asm-step-figure">
117 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base04.jpg">
118 <span>Figure 4.</span>
119 </div>
120 </div>
121 </div>
122
123 <!-- Step 5 -->
124 <div class="asm-step">
125 <div class="asm-step-header">
126 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Prepare Base Servo</div>
127 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 5 / 20</div>
128 </div>
129 <div class="asm-step-body">
130 <div class="asm-step-text">
131 <p>Verify that the servo output horn is at center position as shown. Carefully remove the servo horn screw and pull the horn straight off. Refer to Table 5 for the correct servo for your kit.</p>
132 </div>
133 <div class="asm-step-figure">
134 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/servo02.jpg">
135 <span>Figure 5.</span>
136 </div>
137 </div>
138 <div class="asm-fullwidth">
139 <p style="font-weight:bold; margin-bottom:0.4rem;">Base Servo by Kit (Table 5)</p>
140 <table class="ref-table" style="width:auto;">
141 <tr><th>Kit</th><th>Servo</th></tr>
142 <tr><td>AL5A</td><td>HS-422 or HS-425</td></tr>
143 <tr><td>AL5B, D</td><td>HS-485</td></tr>
Eric Nantel 1.1 144 </table>
Eric Nantel 46.1 145 </div>
146 </div>
Eric Nantel 1.1 147
Eric Nantel 46.1 148 <!-- Step 6 -->
149 <div class="asm-step">
150 <div class="asm-step-header">
151 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Mount Base Servo</div>
152 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 6 / 20</div>
153 </div>
154 <div class="asm-step-body">
155 <div class="asm-step-text">
156 <p>Place the servo in the base as shown and screw it in tightly using four #4 tapping screws.</p>
157 <div class="asm-parts">
158 <div class="asm-part">
159 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">#4 x .375" tapping screw</div></div>
160 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/4375phts.gif"></div>
161 </div>
162 </div>
163 </div>
164 <div class="asm-step-figure">
165 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base05.jpg">
166 <span>Figure 6.</span>
167 </div>
168 </div>
169 </div>
170
171 <!-- Steps 7a / 7b -->
172 <div class="asm-step">
173 <div class="asm-step-header">
174 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Attach Top Bracket</div>
175 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 7a–7b / 20</div>
176 </div>
177 <div class="asm-step-body">
178 <div class="asm-step-text">
179 <p><span class="asm-optional">AL5A / AL5B — Step 7a</span><br>
180 Attach the <b>ASB-201</b> bracket onto the base top using four 2-56 x .250" Phillips screws and four 2-56 nuts. The bracket and hardware are included in the <b>arm kit</b>, not the base kit. <span class="asm-warning">DO NOT USE LOCTITE ON PLASTIC.</span></p>
181 <p><span class="asm-optional">AL5D — Step 7b</span><br>
182 Attach the <b>ASB-204</b> bracket onto the base top using four 2-56 x .250" Phillips screws and four 2-56 nuts. <span class="asm-warning">DO NOT USE LOCTITE ON PLASTIC.</span></p>
183 <div class="asm-parts">
184 <div class="asm-part">
185 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">2-56 x .250" Phillips screw</div></div>
186 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/256025ph.gif"></div>
187 </div>
188 <div class="asm-part">
189 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">2-56 nut</div></div>
190 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/256zpn.gif"></div>
191 </div>
192 </div>
193 </div>
194 <div class="asm-figures">
195 <div class="asm-step-figure">
196 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base06.jpg">
197 <span>Figure 7a (ASB-201).</span>
198 </div>
199 <div class="asm-step-figure">
200 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base06b.jpg">
201 <span>Figure 7b (ASB-204).</span>
202 </div>
203 </div>
204 </div>
205 </div>
206
207 <!-- Step 8 -->
208 <div class="asm-step">
209 <div class="asm-step-header">
210 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Oil Bearings</div>
211 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 8 / 20</div>
212 </div>
213 <div class="asm-step-body">
214 <div class="asm-step-text">
215 <p>Add a drop of silicone-based oil to each bearing.</p>
216 </div>
217 <div class="asm-step-figure">
218 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base15.jpg">
219 <span>Figure 8.</span>
220 </div>
221 </div>
222 </div>
223
224 <!-- Step 9 -->
225 <div class="asm-step">
226 <div class="asm-step-header">
227 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Install Base Top</div>
228 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 9 / 20</div>
229 </div>
230 <div class="asm-step-body">
231 <div class="asm-step-text">
232 <p>Install the base top. The hole pattern should line up as shown in Figure 9, with one line pointing to the servo wire hole and all lines pointing between the mounting tabs. This top piece is manufactured to be a tight fit — you may have to press very hard. Attach the top with the servo horn screw.</p>
233 </div>
234 <div class="asm-step-figure">
235 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base07.jpg">
236 <span>Figure 9.</span>
237 </div>
238 </div>
239 </div>
240
241 <!-- Step 10 -->
242 <div class="asm-step">
243 <div class="asm-step-header">
244 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Route Servo Cable</div>
245 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 10 / 20</div>
246 </div>
247 <div class="asm-step-body">
248 <div class="asm-step-text">
249 <p>Route the base servo's cable through the hole in the back of the base. This will keep the base level to the mounting surface.</p>
250 </div>
251 <div class="asm-step-figure">
252 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base08.jpg">
253 <span>Figure 10.</span>
254 </div>
255 </div>
256 </div>
257
258 <!-- Step 11 -->
259 <div class="asm-step">
260 <div class="asm-step-header">
261 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Attach Hex Spacers</div>
262 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 11 / 20</div>
263 </div>
264 <div class="asm-step-body">
265 <div class="asm-step-text">
266 <p>Attach the 3/8" hex spacers as shown using four 1/4" hex socket screws.</p>
267 <div class="asm-parts">
268 <div class="asm-part">
269 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">3/8" hex spacer</div></div>
270 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/4375hns.gif"></div>
271 </div>
272 <div class="asm-part">
273 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">4-40 x .250" hex socket screw</div></div>
274 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/4250hscs.GIF"></div>
275 </div>
276 </div>
277 </div>
278 <div class="asm-step-figure">
279 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base09.jpg">
280 <span>Figure 11.</span>
281 </div>
282 </div>
283 </div>
284
285 <!-- Step 12 -->
286 <div class="asm-step">
287 <div class="asm-step-header">
288 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Install Power Switch Bracket</div>
289 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 12 / 20</div>
290 </div>
291 <div class="asm-step-body">
292 <div class="asm-step-text">
293 <p>Install the power switch bracket using two 3/8" hex socket screws and two nylon insert lock nuts.</p>
294 <div class="asm-parts">
295 <div class="asm-part">
296 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">2x</div><div class="asm-part-name">4-40 x .375" hex socket screw</div></div>
297 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/4375hscs.gif"></div>
298 </div>
299 <div class="asm-part">
300 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">2x</div><div class="asm-part-name">4-40 nylon insert lock nut</div></div>
301 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/440niln.gif"></div>
302 </div>
303 </div>
304 </div>
305 <div class="asm-step-figure">
306 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base10.jpg">
307 <span>Figure 12.</span>
308 </div>
309 </div>
310 </div>
311
312 <!-- Step 13 -->
313 <div class="asm-step">
314 <div class="asm-step-header">
315 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Install Power Wiring Harness</div>
316 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 13 / 20</div>
317 </div>
318 <div class="asm-step-body">
319 <div class="asm-step-text">
320 <p>Install the power plug wiring harness as shown and use a wire tie to hold the wires in place.</p>
321 <p>Before connecting to the SSC-32, verify the harness polarity: put the black voltmeter lead on the black wire and the red lead on the red wire. Plug the wall pack in, turn on the switch. The voltmeter should read approximately <b>+6VDC</b>. If it reads -6VDC, do NOT connect to the SSC-32 and contact support.</p>
322 </div>
323 <div class="asm-step-figure">
324 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base11.jpg">
325 <span>Figure 13.</span>
326 </div>
327 </div>
328 </div>
329
330 <!-- Steps 14a / 14b -->
331 <div class="asm-step">
332 <div class="asm-step-header">
333 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — 9V Logic Power</div>
334 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 14a–14b / 20</div>
335 </div>
336 <div class="asm-step-body">
337 <div class="asm-step-text">
338 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32 (Serial) — Step 14a</span><br>
339 The SSC-32 may require a 9V power source for the logic. Install the 9VDC battery wiring harness as shown. This is needed only for the older SSC-32 — not the SSC-32U.</p>
340 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32U (USB) — Step 14b</span><br>
341 The SSC-32U does not need a separate logic power source. No 9V harness is included — proceed to the next step.</p>
342 </div>
343 <div class="asm-figures">
344 <div class="asm-step-figure">
345 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base12.jpg">
346 <span>Figure 14a (SSC-32).</span>
347 </div>
348 <div class="asm-step-figure">
349 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base11.jpg">
350 <span>Figure 14b (SSC-32U).</span>
351 </div>
352 </div>
353 </div>
354 </div>
355
356 <!-- Step 15 -->
357 <div class="asm-step">
358 <div class="asm-step-header">
359 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Mount SSC-32 / SSC-32U</div>
360 <div class="asm-step-num">Step 15 / 20</div>
361 </div>
362 <div class="asm-step-body">
363 <div class="asm-step-text">
364 <p>Install the SSC-32 or SSC-32U using four 1/4" hex socket screws. Do not make the electrical connections yet.</p>
365 <div class="asm-parts">
366 <div class="asm-part">
367 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">4-40 x .250" hex socket screw</div></div>
368 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/4250hscs.GIF"></div>
369 </div>
370 </div>
371 </div>
372 <div class="asm-step-figure">
373 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base13.jpg">
374 <span>Figure 15 (SSC-32).</span>
375 </div>
376 </div>
377 </div>
378
379 <!-- Steps 16a / 16b -->
380 <div class="asm-step">
381 <div class="asm-step-header">
382 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Connect Power to SSC-32 / SSC-32U</div>
383 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 16a–16b / 20</div>
384 </div>
385 <div class="asm-step-body">
386 <div class="asm-step-text">
387 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32 (Serial) — Step 16a</span><br>
388 Attach the 9V DC wires to the VL input and the power plug wires to the VS1 input. Black to (−), red to (+). <b>Remove the VL=VS1 jumper</b> to isolate servo power from logic power and prevent brownouts. Ensure no loose strands cause a short.</p>
389 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32U (USB) — Step 16b</span><br>
390 Insert the power plug wires into the VS1 input. Black to (−), red to (+). Leave the VS1=VS2 jumpers in place. There should be no jumper on VS=VL. Tighten screws firmly and check for no loose strands.</p>
391 </div>
392 <div class="asm-figures">
393 <div class="asm-step-figure">
394 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base14.jpg">
395 <span>Figure 16a (SSC-32).</span>
396 </div>
397 <div class="asm-step-figure">
398 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base16b.jpg">
399 <span>Figure 16b (SSC-32U).</span>
400 </div>
401 </div>
402 </div>
403 </div>
404
405 <!-- Steps 17a / 17b -->
406 <div class="asm-step">
407 <div class="asm-step-header">
408 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Mount to Board</div>
409 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 17a–17b / 20</div>
410 </div>
411 <div class="asm-step-body">
412 <div class="asm-step-text">
413 <p>Mount everything to a piece of plywood or similar surface. Attach the electronics carrier as shown. Route the base servo wire through the holes and verify it isn't being pinched. Use four #4 x .500" tapping screws to secure the assembly to the plywood.</p>
414 <div class="asm-parts">
415 <div class="asm-part">
416 <div class="asm-part-info"><div class="asm-part-qty">4x</div><div class="asm-part-name">#4 x .500" tapping screw</div></div>
417 <div class="asm-part-img"><img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/4500phts.gif"></div>
418 </div>
419 </div>
420 </div>
421 <div class="asm-figures">
422 <div class="asm-step-figure">
423 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base16.jpg">
424 <span>Figure 17a (SSC-32).</span>
425 </div>
426 <div class="asm-step-figure">
427 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base17b.jpg">
428 <span>Figure 17b (SSC-32U).</span>
429 </div>
430 </div>
431 </div>
432 </div>
433
434 <!-- Steps 18a / 18b -->
435 <div class="asm-step">
436 <div class="asm-step-header">
437 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Plug In Base Servo</div>
438 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 18a–18b / 20</div>
439 </div>
440 <div class="asm-step-body">
441 <div class="asm-step-text">
442 <p>Plug the base rotate servo into <b>channel 0</b> on the SSC-32 or SSC-32U as shown. The black wire goes closest to the outside of the board; the yellow wire goes to the inside (the "pulse").</p>
443 </div>
444 <div class="asm-figures">
445 <div class="asm-step-figure">
446 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base17.jpg">
447 <span>Figure 18a (SSC-32).</span>
448 </div>
449 <div class="asm-step-figure">
450 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base18b.jpg">
451 <span>Figure 18b (SSC-32U).</span>
452 </div>
453 </div>
454 </div>
455 </div>
456
457 <!-- Steps 19a / 19b -->
458 <div class="asm-step">
459 <div class="asm-step-header">
460 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Connect Power &amp; Data</div>
461 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 19a–19b / 20</div>
462 </div>
463 <div class="asm-step-body">
464 <div class="asm-step-text">
465 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32 (Serial) — Step 19a</span><br>
466 Plug in the wall pack and DB9 data cable as shown. The wall adapter is universal (110V–220V) — if it doesn't have the right plug for your country, purchase an inexpensive plug adapter. Download and install <a href="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/view/ses-software/lynxterm/" target="_blank">LynxTerm</a>. Connect the SSC-32 to the serial port and apply power. The green LED should light up.</p>
467 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32U (USB) — Step 19b</span><br>
468 Plug in the wall pack and USB cable as shown. The wall adapter is universal (110V–220V).</p>
469 </div>
470 <div class="asm-figures">
471 <div class="asm-step-figure">
472 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base18.jpg">
473 <span>Figure 19a (SSC-32).</span>
474 </div>
475 <div class="asm-step-figure">
476 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/base19b.jpg">
477 <span>Figure 19b (SSC-32U).</span>
478 </div>
479 </div>
480 </div>
481 </div>
482
483 <!-- Steps 20a / 20b -->
484 <div class="asm-step">
485 <div class="asm-step-header">
486 <div class="asm-step-name">Base — Test Base Servo</div>
487 <div class="asm-step-num">Steps 20a–20b / 20</div>
488 </div>
489 <div class="asm-step-body">
490 <div class="asm-step-text">
491 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32U (USB) — Step 20a</span><br>
492 Download and install the <a href="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/view/ses-software/ssc-32-sequencer/" target="_blank">SSC-32 Servo Sequencer Utility</a>. Ensure the On/Off switch is on, the board is powered and connected via USB. Set baud rate to 9600. The software should auto-detect the COM port with <a href="http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm" target="_blank">FTDI drivers</a>. Use the slider for servo 0 to verify the base servo moves. <span class="asm-warning">Turn off power, remove the power and USB cables, and continue with the next guide.</span></p>
493 <p><span class="asm-optional">SSC-32 (Serial) — Step 20b</span><br>
494 In LynxTerm, type "ver" and press Enter. You should see "SSC32-V2.01XE" or higher. Consult the <a href="https://community.robotshop.com/forum/t/serial-usb-to-serial-port-troubleshooting/17938" target="_blank">serial troubleshooting guide</a> if needed. Select channel 0 and use the slider to rotate the base. Press "All=1500" to re-center before moving on. <span class="asm-warning">Turn off power, remove the power and serial cables, and continue with the next guide.</span></p>
495 </div>
496 <div class="asm-figures">
497 <div class="asm-step-figure">
498 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/RB-Dsp-07.jpg">
499 <span>Figure 20a (SSC-32 Servo Sequencer Utility).</span>
500 </div>
501 <div class="asm-step-figure">
502 <img src="https://wiki.lynxmotion.com/info/wiki/lynxmotion/download/servo-erector-set-robots-kits/ses-v1-robots/ses-v1-arms/arm-base-v-2-1/WebHome/reg01.jpg">
503 <span>Figure 20b (LynxTerm).</span>
504 </div>
505 </div>
506 </div>
507 </div>
508
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