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Need help arduino+monster moto shield

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by cedrict25, Dec 19, 2015.

  1. cedrict25

    cedrict25 New Member

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    hi,
    This is my first attempt to build a 2dof with two 12v DCmotors and an arduino +monster moto shield (everything was build in china)
    I don't find any code to insert inside the arduino to control the motors.
    I put the moto shield above the arduino, put the 12V (from external pc alim) to the moto shield and when i try to put arduino code,nothing happened.
    If someone have any idee.
    Thanks
    cedrict25, Dec 19, 2015
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    I would go and have a look at the FAQ section on this site you will find everything you need to know.
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    SilentChill, Dec 19, 2015
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  3. cedrict25

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    Ok but i alredy try but no really information about the duo: arduino-monster moto shield
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    cedrict25, Dec 19, 2015
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    Who code are you using? Have you tested the arduino with something else to make sure it's working. Post pictures of how you set it up.
    Linkup, Dec 19, 2015
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  6. noorbeast

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    You do need to put in a bit of effort to help yourself when given good advice, such as @SilentChill gave.

    FAQs for Arduino: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/arduino.6/category

    FAQs for Motor Monster: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/motor-driver-for-arduino-compatible-controller.11/category

    Arduino code to get you started: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/arduino-code-for-use-with-various-hardware-and-simtools.31/

    MM newbie information: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/beginners-please-read-first.135/

    Factory faults with recent cheap Chinese MMs: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/reputable-monster-moto-suppliers-testing-before-use.158/

    3 choices in how an Arduino and MM can be configured, depending on how much power needs to be handled:

    http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/monster-moto-shield-as-a-single-motor-driver.101/

    http://www.xsimulator.net/community...-30a-current-60a-peak-for-200-300w-motors.50/

    http://www.xsimulator.net/community...60a-current-120a-peak-for-600-800w-motors.51/
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    noorbeast, Dec 19, 2015
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    You have the pacience of a saint @noorbeast lol some people ......
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    SilentChill, Dec 19, 2015
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    Pit, Dec 20, 2015
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  9. cedrict25

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    Thank you everyone and specialy noorbeast .I'll try again whith the links you gave me.
    And sorry for those who can't understand that this is not easy to start an arduino programmation when you're novice in.(and english is not my maternel language)
    Thanks
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    cedrict25, Dec 20, 2015
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    Good luck with your project. You will find that it will come to you a step at a time. Take your time to read and understand. Also a little trial and error never hurt anyone. :)
    haroldjames, Dec 22, 2015
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  11. cedrict25

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    Thank you and your right,i will go one step a the time .
    I got all my time.
    cedrict25, Dec 22, 2015
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    I have a quick question for you guys. I have everything wired up as shown in this simple lbt-2 hbridge diagram. I ran the arduino sketch for "controlling an Lbt-2 hbridge with a potentiometer" and everything worked great to my surprise. Is there a way I can use this exact wiring to work with simtools? IBT-2-with-Arduino_bb-820x1024.png
    kimballfount, Jan 6, 2016
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    hi
    In the FAQ section you will find any information on Arduino codes to control SimTools. One code which supports your bridge is the SMC3 sketch.
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    Pit, Jan 6, 2016
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