Combiboard „QC08“ Item no.
Table of Contents Page 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 2 Introduction .................................................................................................................... 3 Intended Use ................................................................................................................. 4 Scope of Delivery ........................................................................................................... 4 Explanation of Symbols .......
1. Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. This product complies with the applicable statutory, national and European specifications. To maintain this status and to ensure safe operation, you as the user must observe these operating instructions! These operating instructions are part of this product. They contain important information concerning operation and handling. Please bear this in mind in case you pass on the product to any third party.
2. Intended Use The “QC08” combiboard is solely designed for private use in the model construction area and for the operating times associated with it. The product must not become damp or wet. The electronics are designed for use at an operating temperature from 0°C to +40°C. This product is not suitable for other types of use. Any other use may damage the product. Moreover, it would involve dangers such as short-circuit, fire, electric shock, etc.
. Product Description The electronics are not protected from moisture and other environmental influences and must only be used inside the model. The inputs and outputs are provided by common plug connections or to be connected via the included cables. The “QC08” combiboard is an electronics PCB ready for operation that enables different functions in a model. 1. Use of a common RC receiver for composite signal-controlled models such as the QuadroCopter.
. Safety Information In case of damage caused by non-compliance with these safety instructions the warranty / guarantee will become void. We do not assume any responsibility for consequential damage! We do not assume any liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by improper use or the failure to observe the safety instructions! In such cases the warranty/guarantee is void.
b) Before Operation • Make sure that no other models are operated within the range of the remote control on the same remote control channel (transmitter frequency). Otherwise, you will lose control of the remote-controlled models! Always use different channels if you wish to operate two or several models in direct proximity of each other simultaneously. • Always switch on the transmitter first and then connect the model’s drive battery at once.
7. Notes on Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries Despite the fact that handling batteries and rechargeable batteries in daily life nowadays is a matter of fact, there are still numerous dangers and problems involved. For LiPo/Lion rechargeable batteries in particular, various regulations must be observed under any circumstances due to their high energy content (in comparison to conventional NiCd or NiMH rechargeable batteries), because otherwise there is danger of explosion and fire.
• Always remove the drive battery that is to be charged from the model and place it on a fireproof support. Keep distance to flammable objects and never cover the rechargeable battery or the charger. • Never charge rechargeable batteries without supervision and only use chargers suitable for the battery. • Disconnect the batteries from the charger when they are fully charged.
R6 R3 R7 X3 T2 C12 C13 C8 T5 C9 X4 C10 C11 X8 X7 X6 C17 Q2 C4 D1 X14 PAD1 C18 + - X13 R40 LD1 IC3 R42 R41 X15 R43 LD2 R22 R21 C19 PAD2 X11 X5 10 IC2 SW1 X12 X9 R2 X10 T4 C16 Figure 1 C3 T3 C2 R23 Q1 R1 C1 R45 IC1 R44 BUZ1 SW2 C14 For a detailed description of the different contacts and the connection options, see the following sections.
9. Connection Options Caution, important! To use the full scope of functions of the combiboard, the QuadroCopter must have firmware 2.1 or newer. Older QuadroCopter models can be updated to the current software using the optional configuration sets. The respectively current firmware is available online for download at conrad.de for the combiboard and QuadroCopter. If you need more information on the current firmware, contact us (for contact information, see chapter 1).
b) Receiver Connection The receiver is connected to the socket “X13”. A suitable connection cable for this is supplied with the combiboard. The connection socket “X13” has 10 contacts that are numbered from the right to the left. Contact 10 is on the left, contact 1 on the right.
For the receiver’s power supply, it is sufficient to solder on the contacts 1 (minus/-) and 2 (plus/+) to a single servo connection cable. Important! Observe that the composite signal converter inputs are assigned without gaps! In a 6-channel system, this means inputs 1 - 6 and not 1 - 4 and then 6 and 7.
d) LED Status Display The composite signal converter has a green and a red LED for status display. X13 Rot LD1 Rot LD2 C4 X14 R43 LD2 R40 Q2 C17 LD1 R42 R41 PAD2 IC3 X15 X6 - R22 R21 PAD1 C18 A red LED (LD2) shows that no servo signals are present. The reasons fort his may be receipt interference, missing power supply of the receiver , switchedoff transmitter of contact errors in the connection lines.
e) Interface Connection For a connection of the combiboard to the control board of the QuadroCopter, the combiboard comes with a 26-wire foil cable that must be connected to the connection strip for the broad interface cable (“X10”). Later when installing the combiboard into the QuadroCopter, observe that the two connection strips for the broad interface cable (combiboard and control board) are exactly across from each other.
g) Servo Connection When the combiboard is installed in the QuadroCopter and the remote control was taught in, up to four servos (channel 5 – 8) can be connected and operated by remote control. However, this is only possible when the transmitter and the receiver provide these functions and the respective receiver outputs are connected to the input plug of the composite signal converter (“X13”).
10. Light & Sound Function a) General Information The combiboard has eight LED outputs (“L1” to “L8”), and three digital inputs (“IN-1”, “IN-2”, “IN-3”) and an external RC input (“PPM”) in addition to the composite signal converter. Targeting of the LED outputs can be configured via 7 different modes. The electronics either generate a fixed pattern on the outputs or the outputs are switched depending on the input signals.
A more detailed description with assignment of the 3 digital inputs can be taken from the text file of the respective firmware. RC Input: Using the RC input, you may switch every light mode to three different switching states. Use a switch on the transmitter with a centre position (high, neutral, low) or a slider or rotary control. For switching the light mode, you may use channels 5 – 8 or an externally fed servo signal (PPM).
b) Selecting the Light Mode You can now set 7 light modes using the jumper plug (“X2”). Depending on the desired mode, the different contacts must be connected with a jumper.
c) Selecting the RC Input The desired RC input for switching the light effect can be set using the jumper SW1. Always connect the upper and lower contacts with the jumper. Assignment is as follows: Servo selection 1 = channel 8 Servo selection 2 = channel 7 Servo selection 3 = channel 6 Servo selection 4 = channel 5 In the illustration on the side, the jumper is set to servo selection 1. You can now switch the set light mode at the transmitter via channel 5.
d) Connecting the LED Strips/LEDs The combiboard offers the possibility of connecting up to eight LED strips with an operating voltage of 12 V and a maximum power intake of 1 A/per strip. Even if the MOSFET switching outputs (FDS6890A) can resist up to 7.5 A, it is recommended not to load the separate outputs with more than 1 A due to the board layout and cooling. If you want to connect individual LEDs with a lower operational voltage of only 2 – 3 V, a suitable dropping resistor (Rv) must be calculated.
Connection pattern Image 11 shows the scheme for the connection of a LED with dropping resistor at the output „L1“ and the connection of a 12 V light strip at the output „L7“. Important! When connecting LEDs and LED light strips, observe correct polarity of the connection lines.
e) Buzzer Configuration The buzzer can be switched on or off with the jumper („X1“). When the contacts 1 and 2 are connected with a jumper, the buzzer is off. When the contacts 2 and 3 are connected with a jumper, the buzzer is on and outputs signals according to the modes table.
11. PC Connection The Combiboard has a serial interface like the control board of the QuadroCopter. The electronics can communicate with a computer via those interfaces. Using the jumper „X11“, the serial interface of the combiboard can either communicate with the control board of the QuadroCopter (2nd internal interface) via the 26-core interface cable or be switched to the interface connection „X12“. This function is used for future expansions and is currently without function.
12. Maintenance and Care The electronics do not require any maintenance or care but should be protected from outside influences such as moisture or wetness. 13. Disposal a) General Information At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations. b) Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries You as the end user are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries/rechargeable batteries.
14. Technical Data Power supply: LiPo rechargeable battery (3s1p) ... 11.1 V Channel number of composite signal converter ..... max. 8 Servo connections .................................................. 4 Digital inputs ........................................................... 3 LED ports ................................................................ 8 Power resistance per LED output ........................... 1,000 mA PPM Inputs ..........................................................
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