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Sabertooth, Kangaroo2, Encoder issues 2DOF

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by PaulB, Mar 14, 2018.

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  1. PaulB

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    Hi, Fairly new here. I wanted to build a 24v race sim, but so far ended up with a 12v bucking bronco and I need some help. I've have the rig built and running. I can tune everything, but when I run LFS or Assetto I don't get any consistent motion. The rig will center properly, momentarily work, then sometimes freeze start working again then kick to random angles.
    It's like someone is playing with a remote behind my back. Running 12v and game engine at 70% so it wont beat me up to much. Any ideas?
    PaulB, Mar 14, 2018
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    Can you please post picture of all of your settings.
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    Hows this? Thanks for the help! Mar 14 Settings.jpg
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    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    try this for start up command

    1,start<10>1,home<10>1,units65535=6466<10>2,start<10>1,home<10>2,units65535=6435

    remove the <13> it isn't necessary

    you will want to also change the value for the baudrate to 115200 (serial tab in describe) then make it match in the game engine leave the sabertooth at 9600

    can you do a screenshot of the game engine interface tab?
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    Is this what you need?
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    I've changed the BitsPerSec to 115200 and removed the 13s
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    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    I believe you can change it to 16 bit. and the baudrate 115200. (same as it should be under serial tab in describe) :grin
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    Working with 115200 and 16 output bit range, but now it homes near the second limit switch not centered?
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    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    hmm.... is set in describe, although I'm not sure where. I use the mechanical stops method of tuning the roo.
    allinputs.jpg
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    Went back to 12 bit and everything works.
    Fired-up Assetto worked for a bit stuttered a couple of times then power supply shut off!?
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    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    what encoder/motor combo are you using? the 12 bit is interesting news. glad it is working on the software side now. GL with your hardware issues. What kind of PSU are you using?
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    12 volt power supply till I can control the shaking HP DPS-600PB B two resistors
    100 count encoders on the motor end of 24 volt wheelchair motors. had 600s thought I was over running the 80,000 ps count.
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    bruce stephen Hammer doesnt fix it, must be electrical

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    what brand/make is the encoder your using? does it have an index? If you don't mind, I dont mean to sound nosy:)

    EDIT are they the us digtial ones @Hoddem used?
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    TY for posting. Less expensive alternatives are always welcome. I just like the digital alternative to pots. Similar results. I am getting the e2 200count encoders from us digital. I am getting them for $52 each plus shipping. I ordered them without the mounting tools( they sent them regardless ) and ordered 5 at once. So with the price break it stings a little less.
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    Ended up being a bad 2x32. Sent back for repairs.
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    Sending back the 2x32. 100% ok! :)
    Bought another 2x32 to compare. Same plugs works fine, so far. ?!
    Took the time to rebuild my rig. Same concept, new design.
    I'll post a video when I get it working
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    So close. Finished the upgrade on the rig. got through tuning of the 2x32. Started Simtools and.....No luck. Won't center. Kind of strange. I turn on output Testing. #2 motor goes for a split sec and shuts off. Motor #1 centers with the limit switch properly. only #1 motor moves after that. Any ideas?
    Only a picture for now.

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    Is it working in describe?
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    Tried #2 motor says it might be in a runaway condition. I don't know what would cause that to only one motor.
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