User Manual

MCP Series

Brushed DC Motor Controllers

MCP Series User Manual

Warnings

There are several warnings that should be noted before getting started. Damage can easily

result if the motor controller is not properly wired. Injury can occur due to inadequate planning

for emergency situations. Any time mechanical movement is involved the potential for injury is

present. The following information can help avoid damage to the motor controller, connected

devices and help reduce the potential for injury.

Disconnecting the negative power terminal is not the proper way to shut

down a motor controller. Any connected I/O to MCP will create a ground loop

and cause damage to the MCP and attached devices.

Brushed DC motors are generators when spun. A robot being pushed or

coasting can create enough voltage to power MCPs logic intermittently

creating an unsafe state. Always stop the motors before powering down MCP.

MCP has a minimum power requirement. Under heavy loads, without a logic

battery and, brownouts can happen. This will cause erratic behavior. A logic

battery should be used in these situations.

Never reverse the main battery wires, MCP will be permanently damaged.

Never disconnect the motors from MCP when under power. Damage will

result.