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== 1-2 Install the batteries into the lithium battery case == | == 1-2 Install the batteries into the lithium battery case == | ||
Revision as of 11:51, 18 September 2018
Contents |
Chpater1 Install Lithium Battery
The Self-Balancing Robot’s main power source is a lithium battery pack with three 12 V series 18650 batteries. For safety reasons, the lithium batterie are not included in the development kit. Users need to purchase three 18650 3.7V Lithium-Ion battery for the robot. The following linked products can be used as a reference for purchase:
https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/sparkfun-electronics/PRT-12895/1568-1488-ND/5271298
Note that only the 18650 batteries with a length of 65 mm can be installed in the battery case on the robot. Do not purchase batteries longer than this length, otherwise they will not fit into the battery case.
Next, please open the balance car's kit packaging, remove the robot. Remove the lithium battery case from the Self-Balancing Robot, install the battery and reload it into the car.
Detailed steps are as follows:
1-1 Remove the lithium battery case
- Remove the package box from the robot,
- Release the Velcro, take the strap off of the lithium battery case.
- # The Battery case parts distribution is shown below after removing the battery case.
1-2 Install the batteries into the lithium battery case
- The purpose of the lithium battery case is to prevent the lithium battery from exceed the safety value while charging; at the same time, it also protects the battery from damage in case the voltage is too low. When first opening the balance car package, the lithium batteries are not in the battery case. The users need to install the three 18650 lithium battery into the battery case.
- The battery compartment has a slot design. The black cover will secure the white battery holder.
1-3 Insert the lithium battery case back into the robot
- Once the battery case has been reassembled, follow the picture illustration below to place the battery case back into the robot. Please make sure to place the battery case in empty space in the middle of the robot, as indicated in the picture. This action will ensure that the wires are neatly placed in the proper location.
Please note that do not plug the DC power cable into the DE10-Nano 5V power jack
- To test whether the battery has normal power supply or not, turn the system power switch to the right.
- Please check if the DC power cable is connected properly.
- Every time the batteries are installed, please make sure the battery charger is attached to the battery box for at least one second to activate the battery power output.
- If there is still no power output after completing the two actions above, remove the battery case, and check the batteries to see if the positive and negative polarity of the batteries are installed correctly.
Chpater2 Install Battery of Remote Control
For safety reasons, the battery of the infrared remote control is not installed in the package. If the user needs to use the remote control, user needs to buy a CR2025 Lithium Button Cell (available at most electronic and drug stores).
The specifications of the battery are as follows: * Type :CR2025 Lithium Button Cell
- Voltag : 3V
- Diameter : 20mm
- Height: 25mm
Installation steps: # Turn the infrared remote upside down and slide the battery tray out, as illustrated below.
Chpater3 Additional Information
Getting Help
Contact us via the following methods for further technical assistance:*
- Terasic Inc.9F, No.176, Sec.2, Gongdao 5th Rd, East Dist, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300-70Email : support@terasic.comWeb : www.terasic.com
Revision History
Date | Version | Changes |
2018.03.16 | First publication | |