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Build and Test the Ping))) Sensor Circuit
In this activity, you will build the PING))) sensor circuit and use it to measure distances of a variety of objects to get familiar with what it does and does not detect. The PING))) sensor just needs power, ground, and one signal connection for the Propeller to get distance measurements.
Build and Test the Ping))) Sensor Circuit
In this activity, we will measure the distance to a variety of objects to get familiar with what the PING))) does, and does not, detect. The PING))) sensor needs power, ground, and one signal connection for the Propeller to get distance measurements.
Build & Test the Ping))) Sensor Circuit
In this activity, we will measure the distance to a variety of objects to get familiar with what the PING))) does, and does not, detect. The PING))) sensor needs power, ground, and one signal connection for the Propeller to get distance measurements.
Build and Test the Ping))) Sensor Circuit
In this activity, you will build the PING))) sensor circuit and use it to measure distances of a variety of objects to get familiar with what it does and does not detect. The PING))) sensor just needs power, ground, and one signal connection for the Propeller to get distance measurements.
Section 6 - Assembling and Mounting the Ping))) Sensors
Confirm that you have the following components:
Contact sales@parallax.com if parts or components are missing.
The Arlo Complete Robot System includes:
- (4) - Ping))) Sensor & Protector Stand Kits (#910-28015B)
Each of the (4) Ping))) Sensor & Protector Stand Kits includes the following components:
Step 31 - Attach Ping)))s to Stands
- Once all four Ping))) Sensors are assembled, mount them with socket head screws to the Arlo main deck. Route the wires as shown.
Note: You can use a few zip ties to help keep them neatly in place like shown in the photo below, but you may need more zip ties for this than were provided in the kit. This is optional, but we do recommend having additional zip ties on hand for future Arlo modification.
cyber:bot Ping))) Roaming Program
With the Ping))) and servo subsystems working correctly, we can combine them with motor control to make the cyber:bot roam. This program has several places where you can easily customize it for better performance in your own environment.
Connect and Test the Arlo + BOE Ping))) Sensors
Connect and Test the Arlo + BOE Ping))) Distance Sensors
Connect & Test Activity Board Arlo Ping))) Sensors
This connection diagram (below) shows where to connect each 3-wire Ping))) sensor cable. If you’re looking at the color version, note that each black wire is connected to either GND on the breadboard, or the GND terminal in the servo header. Each of those black wires should also be connected to a Ping))) sensor’s GND pin. The power selection jumper between the P13 and P14 servo ports should also be set to 5V, likewise for the one between P15 and P16.