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RPLIDAR A2
Figure 1-2 The RPLIDAR A2
The RPLIDAR A2 development kit contains standard RPLIDAR A2 unit. The
RPLIDAR is embedded with logic IO drivable motor controller which can be used
to configure the scan frequency by tuning motor speed. Developers can also
choose to turn off the motor for power saving purpose.
RPLIDAR usage and interface definition will be introduced in the coming sections.
USB Adapter
The USB adapter comes with a dial switch. It can be used to switch the Baud rate
from 115200 to 256000 or vice versa. Please note that the Baud rate should be set
as 256000 if the USB adapter is connected with RPLIDAR A2M7.And the Baud rate
should be set as 115200 if the USB adapter is connected with RPLIDAR A2M6 and
A2M8.
Figure 1-3 RPLIDAR Adapter