Manual

Basic Kit (V1.0, V1.5, V2.0 )
Assembly Guide
The assembly video guide can be found on RobotShop’s Youtube page (RobotShopTV) at:
V1.0 and V1.5:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXW1yrmKiuI
V2.0: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWWoEul9Qsk
Important Notes
• For the basic version (tracks), assemble the Tamiya Twin Motor Gearbox in the Type C configuration
ONLY. Note that Type A and Type B configurations will cause the track to be too tight. Note that some
parts will remain unused.
• If you use the crimps, the bare motors leads closest to the board can potentially contact the pins on the
underside of the PCB. We highly suggest covering the pins closest to the motor leads with a bit of
electrical tape, and also wrapping the bare leads of the motor with electrical tape (not included with
the kit)
• Use EITHER the mini JST connector (15) or the Barrel connector (16). NOT BOTH.
Power
1. USB : Connecting a USB cable (sold separately) will power the microcontroller – not the motors. If you
have L1_SEL jumper in place, it will also charge any LiPo battery connected to the white mini JST
connector (15).
2. Barrel : The barrel connector powers both the microcontroller and the motors. To power only the
microcontroller, you need a 3 to 12V adapter capable of ~250mA. To power the motors, you need a 3V
to 6V adapter capable of ~1.5A. Note that if your power supply cannot provide enough power to the
motors, they will not turn. Use EITHER the mini JST connector OR the barrel connector – NOT BOTH.
3. Mini JST : The JST connector can power both the microcontroller and the motors. We suggest using a
3.7V LiPo battery pack of at least 1000mAh or more. The board (microcontroller and motor controller)
will only turn on if you set the On/Off switch to ON. The batteries connect directly to the motors (not
regulated). The mini JST can handle up to ~12V, but keep in mind that the voltage goes directly to
whichever motors are connected.Use EITHER the mini JST connector OR the barrel connector – NOT
BOTH.
a. 4x AA Battery Pack : The DFRobotShop Rover includes a 4xAA battery pack which can be
connected directly to the white power input at the back of the board. Both alkaline (1.5V) and
rechargeable (1.2) batteries can be used, and the batteries power both the board and the
motors. Remove jumper (1) in figure 1 when using the AA battery pack.
b. LiPo battery : A LiPo pack with the correct mini JST connector can be used to power the
DFRobotShop Rover. This has the advantage of significantly reducing the weight of the rover
and also takes advantage of the onboard LiPo charger. You can use a 3.7V or 7.4V LiPo battery,