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Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2020-12-28T22:56:45Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 652-4606X-AP1-331LF). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
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* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
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[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
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|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
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* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
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<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
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|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
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|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
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|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
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|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
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|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
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|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
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|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
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|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
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|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
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|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
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|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
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|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
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|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
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|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
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|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|652-4606X-AP1-331LF ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
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|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
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|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
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|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
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|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
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|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
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|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
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|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
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|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
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|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
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|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
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|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
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|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
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|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2020-12-28T22:56:22Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 652-4606X-AP1-331LF). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C)
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|652-4606X-AP1-331LF ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2020-12-28T22:55:58Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 652-4606X-AP1-331LF). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|652-4606X-AP1-331LF ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2020-12-28T22:48:41Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|652-4606X-AP1-331LF ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2020-12-28T22:48:12Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|

*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
|
*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|652-4606X-AP1-331LF ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2020-12-28T22:47:28Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|
*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
|
*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C)
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|652-4606X-AP1-331LF ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2019-02-26T23:37:20Z

Wayne J: /* Firmware */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen 2.x plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179P</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-2199298-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-2199298-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=C6B4EFC1D0 here]. On 09/28/18 the price for a single BOM was $21.21 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' (flashing) when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''For a step by step guide to program the pic for a PX1 using the Pickit [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32618-Programming-the-16F1825-in-the-PX-1&p=326092#post326092 Click here].

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://www.jamesfamilychristmas.com/files/PX1/renard-px1a_20130629.asm here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be blinking) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}
.

.

.

===Configuring the Settings via the PX1 Setup Application===

DIYC member "bolwire" created a small application which assists in setting up a PX1 pixel controller. This takes the place of using a vixen sequence to configure the PX1, as outlined above.

The information entered into the app, should be as directed above. The only difference is that you do not need to enter the MSB bit, this is determined by the application.

After entering your setup details, simply connect your PX1 and click *Write Data*, you will get a confirmation if the data was sent successfully, but as before, the LEDs on the PX1 should behave as according to the wiki as and indication as to the data being accepted and saved.

[[File:RenPX1_Setup.jpg]]

'''Download the application [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/6f/RenPX1Setup.zip here]'''

The initial thread is [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32557-Ren-PX1-Setup-application here].

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2018-09-29T17:22:01Z

Wayne J: /* Mouser */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen 2.x plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179P</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-2199298-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-2199298-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=C6B4EFC1D0 here]. On 09/28/18 the price for a single BOM was $21.21 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' (flashing) when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''For a step by step guide to program the pic for a PX1 using the Pickit [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32618-Programming-the-16F1825-in-the-PX-1&p=326092#post326092 Click here].

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/dynamics/showentry.php?e=222&catid=6 here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be blinking) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}
.

.

.

===Configuring the Settings via the PX1 Setup Application===

DIYC member "bolwire" created a small application which assists in setting up a PX1 pixel controller. This takes the place of using a vixen sequence to configure the PX1, as outlined above.

The information entered into the app, should be as directed above. The only difference is that you do not need to enter the MSB bit, this is determined by the application.

After entering your setup details, simply connect your PX1 and click *Write Data*, you will get a confirmation if the data was sent successfully, but as before, the LEDs on the PX1 should behave as according to the wiki as and indication as to the data being accepted and saved.

[[File:RenPX1_Setup.jpg]]

'''Download the application [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/6f/RenPX1Setup.zip here]'''

The initial thread is [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32557-Ren-PX1-Setup-application here].

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2018-09-29T17:07:55Z

Wayne J: /* BOM - Bill Of Materials */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen 2.x plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179PE4</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-390261-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-390261-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=C6B4EFC1D0 here]. On 09/28/18 the price for a single BOM was $21.21 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' (flashing) when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''For a step by step guide to program the pic for a PX1 using the Pickit [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32618-Programming-the-16F1825-in-the-PX-1&p=326092#post326092 Click here].

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/dynamics/showentry.php?e=222&catid=6 here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be blinking) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}
.

.

.

===Configuring the Settings via the PX1 Setup Application===

DIYC member "bolwire" created a small application which assists in setting up a PX1 pixel controller. This takes the place of using a vixen sequence to configure the PX1, as outlined above.

The information entered into the app, should be as directed above. The only difference is that you do not need to enter the MSB bit, this is determined by the application.

After entering your setup details, simply connect your PX1 and click *Write Data*, you will get a confirmation if the data was sent successfully, but as before, the LEDs on the PX1 should behave as according to the wiki as and indication as to the data being accepted and saved.

[[File:RenPX1_Setup.jpg]]

'''Download the application [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/6f/RenPX1Setup.zip here]'''

The initial thread is [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32557-Ren-PX1-Setup-application here].

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Renard SS24 Controller Board

2017-05-10T23:14:27Z

Wayne J: /* AC Power Connection */

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg|600px|right|x]]

=='''Introduction'''==

:The Renard SS24 is a PIC microcontroller based Christmas light controller with 24 solid state relay circuits incorporated into the board. The board design is based on the PIC-based 8-port dimmer concept originally developed by Phil Short. Information on the original concept can be viewed [http://computerchristmas.com/christmas/link-how_to/HowToId-71/Simple_PIC-Based_8-Port_Dimmer here]. Generic information pertaining to current Renard designs (including maximum channel count) can be found on the [[Renard]] wiki page.

:The Renard Standardized Series (SS) controllers are part of a design effort to standardize the board layouts for Renard based systems and to establish a standardized list of components to use in Renard designs. Some of the goals of the Renard SS design effort were:

::* Completely self-contained controller board. All that is needed to start using the board is a data input and an AC power source. No external DC voltage supply or externally generated ZC is needed and there is no need for an off-board neutral bar.

::* Common part list used for all boards. There are no special parts for any individual board, all the boards use the same components. The only thing different is the quantity used on each board.

::* Common component layout on the board. With only a few exceptions, all the components on the boards are laid out in the same fashion.

::* On-board LEDs for full support of Renard diagnostics firmware.

::* Easier for a new member to build. By removing extra options from the board, now a member can just order the parts from the BOM and will be able to build the board without having to figure out which options/parts apply to their configuration.

::* Easier to support. By having all the boards using the same parts and having the same component layout, it will be easier to provide support to DIYC members when they have problems or ask questions.

::* Complete documentation. In the past, boards were created, designed, produced and distributed without much documentation to support them. Documentation was an afterthought and was slow to catch up, some never did or is hard to understand for new members. In the Renard SS design effort, the documentation was created at the same time as the boards so that when the boards were ready for release, the documentation was also ready.

=='''Disclaimers'''==

:The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]

=='''The Board'''==

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 800px]]

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''The Renard SS 24 measures 4" X 11"'''</center>

==='''Board Availability'''===

:Check the [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) DIYC Forum] for the latest information concerning board availability.

=='''Circuit Diagram'''==

:The schematic diagram can be found [[media:Renard SS24 Schematic.pdf | here.]]

:'''Key circuit components'''

::'''Connectors'''
:::* '''J1''' – RS485 outgoing data
:::* '''J2''' – RS232/RS485 incoming data
:::* '''JDP1''' – RS232 incoming data, DE9 connector for direct connect to show computer serial port.

::'''IC Chips'''
:::* '''U2''' – H11AA1 Optocoupler, used to generate the Zero Cross signal
:::* '''U4 & U5''' – ST485BN, RS232/RS485 Transmitter/ Receiver
:::* '''U6-U8''' – PIC16F688 Microcontrollers
:::* '''M1-M24''' – MOC3023 Optoisolator, triggers the triac

::'''Resistors'''
:::* '''R34-R57''' – Triac gate resistors. The value of these resistors in the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] was selected for locations using 115/120 VAC power.

::'''Diagnostic LEDs'''
:::* '''PWR''' – Lit whenever the voltage regulator is generating 5 VDC.
 

:::'''NOTE:''' The following Diagnostic LEDs will only function when a jumper is placed on JP3
 

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the diagnostics firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the PIC is operating correctly
:::* '''ZC''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the Zero Cross signal is getting to the PIC correctly
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever the PIC is receiving data correctly
:::* '''FE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified a Framing Error while receiving data
:::* '''OE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified an Overrun Error while receiving data

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the operational firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will be ON whenever channel 2 is ON
:::* '''ZC''' - will be ON whenever channel 5 is ON
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever channel 6 is ON
:::* '''FE''' - will be ON whenever channel 7 is ON
:::* '''OE''' - will be ON whenever channel 8 is ON

::'''Other Components'''
:::* '''U1''' – LF50CV, 5 VDC Voltage Regulator
:::* '''U3''' – ECS-2100AX-18.432MHZ, 18.432 MHz Crystal Clock Oscillator
:::* '''T1-T24''' – BTA06-600CW

::'''Jumpers'''
:::* '''JP1''' – RS232 signal ground. Install a shunt (jumper) on JP1 when receiving RS232 data.
:::* '''JP2''' – 120 ohm termination resistor enable. Normally a shunt will be installed on JP2 when receiving RS485 data. Remove the shunt if you are experiencing problems with incoming data.
:::* '''JP3''' – Diagnostic LEDs enable. Install a shunt on JP3 to allow the Diagnostic LEDs to function. During normal operation, you can remove the shunt with no negative impact on board operation.

::'''Test Points'''
:::* '''+5''' – Output from voltage regulator, should be +5 ± 0.1 VDC
:::* '''GND''' – Ground
:::* '''ZC''' – Zero Cross signal

=='''Firmware'''==

:The PICs ('''U6''','''U7''' & '''U8''') must be programmed with the correct firmware for the board to operate correctly. There are two types of firmware available: Operational and Diagnostic. The Operational firmware is what you need for normal board operation. The Diagnostic firmware is a troubleshooting aid to use when there are problems with the board.

:'''Renard SS Operational Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm | Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:'''Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm | Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:::Instructions for using the Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware are located on this [[Renard Diagnostic Firmware Instructions | wiki page]] or can be downloaded in this [[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware Instructions.pdf | file]].

:'''DMX Firmware:'''

::Since there are many options available with the Renard DMX firmware it is impractical to post a dedicated Renard SS board version here. Users desiring to use DMX should get the firmware [[Renard Firmware | here]].

=='''Powering the Renard SS24'''==

:Input power requirements: An AC source

===DC power:===
:The Renard SS24 generates all the DC voltage that it requires on-board and no external DC voltage source is required.

===AC Power:===
:The Renard SS24 requires AC power for generation of the DC voltage, the SSR (opto/triac) circuitry and for generation of the Zero Cross signal. The information in this wiki is targeted at users who are using 115/120 VAC power.

=='''AC Power Handling Capability'''==
===Maximum Input Load===
:The Renard SS24 is divided into two banks of twelve triacs. Each bank of triacs is capable of carrying up to 15 amps of current based on the trace width used on the pcb.

===Triac Loads===
:Based on the pcb trace widths, each triac can handle up to two amps of current. A [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Triac Heat Sink | heat sink]] is highly recommended when running the triacs at two amps. Care must be taken to ensure that the total load of the twelve triacs in each bank does not exceed the rating of the fuse protecting the triac bank or 15 amps (whichever is less).

===Fuses===
:Each bank of triacs is independently protected by its own fuse. The size of the fuse selected to use for each bank of triacs is dependent on how the Renard SS24 is connected to the AC power. When each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input, the size of the fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the input wire or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:If both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input and a jumper is used to connect the two banks together, then the size of both fuses added together cannot not exceed the current handling capability of the input wire.

:The [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] calls for a 10 amp fuse under that assumption that each bank of triacs will be independantly powered by a common/generic extension cord. Most of the common extension cords used by DIYC members are rated for only 13 amps and 13 amp fuses are not commonly found.

=='''Hooking Up the Renard SS24'''==

===Data Connections===

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Data Layout1.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between computer running Vixen and Renard SS24 boards'''</center>

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Data Layout2.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between RS485/DMX/Renard and Renard SS24 boards'''</center>

====Data Cables====

:'''Data cables for Renard SS board hookup directly to computer COMM port'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable1.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 3
PC DE9 Pin 5 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 5

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable2.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to RJ45-pin 4
PC DE9 Pin 5 to RJ45-pin 5 and pin 1 and/or pin 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup using a RS232->RS485 or a USB->RS485 converter'''

::Due to the many different types of RS232->RS485 and USB->RS485 converters available, the drawing only refers to the signals coming from the converter. Check the documentation for your converter to figure out how/where to hook up the correct wires.

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS485 Data Cable.jpg | 400px ]]
Converter signal RS485(-)/T-/D-/B/485- connects to RJ45-pin 4 (blue CAT5 wire)
Converter signal RS485(+)/T+/D+/A/485+ connects to RJ45-pin 5 (blue/white CAT5 wire)
Converter GND signal connects to RJ45-pins 1 & 2 (orange and orange/white CAT5 wires) 
An example is shown here with the [[media:Wiki - HXSP-2108F adapter.jpg |HXSP-2108F Adapter Hook-up ]]

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup in a DMX environment'''
[[image:wiki - DMX (XLR) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]] 

[[image:wiki - DMX (RJ-45) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]]

DMX using XLR Connectors
XLR connector pin 1 (GND) to RJ45-pin 1 and/or pin 2
XLR connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
XLR connector pin 3 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5

DMX using RJ45 (CAT5) Connectors
RJ45 connector pin 1 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5
RJ45 connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
RJ45 connector pins 7 & 8 (GND) to RJ45-pins 1 & 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup to other Renard boards'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard to Renard Data Cable.jpg | 400px]] 

Generally only a regular straight-thru CAT5 cable is required to connect Renard SS boards to other Renard boards.
For the few exceptions (ie Ren24 V2.5), check the wiki page for those boards to see what their unique requirements are.

====Cable Lengths====

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to a computer COMM port should not be longer than 50 feet according to the RS-232 standard. This distance can also be greatly reduced by using poor quality cables.

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to other Renard boards or any other RS-485 source can be up to 4,000 feet in length for data rates up to 100Kbps according to the RS-485 standard.

===AC Power Connection===
:'''Connection Option #1'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 AC Layout1.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input (orange/black wires).

::Key thing to remember in this layout is:

:::* The size of each fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the orange/black wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:'''Connection Option #2'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 AC Layout2.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the main AC input [orange/black wires] is connected to two sets of feeder wires [blue/green wires] by a twist-on wire connector (commonly referred to as a wire nut). The feeder wires are then connected to the triac banks.

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the fuses cannot exceed the current handling capability of the feeder wires [blue/green wires] or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the main AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''Connection Option #3'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 AC Layout3.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the right side banks of triacs are powered by jumper wires [blue/green wires] coming from the left side [N 120V] terminal block. This means that both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''A pictorial "How To" can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?31143-Renard-SS-power-cord-daisy-chain-option here] using Option 3 WITH a daisy chain option.'''

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the right fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the blue/green wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the AC input [orange/black wires].

===Connecting Multiple Renard Boards===

[[image:wiki - Renard SS Daisy Chain.jpg | 800px |center]]

::The above image shows how Renard SS boards can be daisy chained together. Renard SS8 boards are used in the image just as an example of how all Renard SS boards can be connected together.

::Key things to remember when connecting Renard SS boards together:

:::* You only need one instance of the Renard Dimmer plug-in in Vixen for each physical COMM port being used. You just need to make sure that the plug-in is setup for the total number of channels for all the Renard boards connected to that COMM port. In the above example, the plug-in would be set for 32 channels.

:::* The total number of Renard boards that can be connected together depends on the event period and the baud rate being used. More information on the total number of channels capable with Renard systems can be found here [[Renard#Number of Circuits (Channels) | here.]]

=='''Configuring the jumpers on Renard SS boards'''==

:'''JP1 & JP2 Configuraton'''

:The configuration of JP1 and JP2 depends on the type of communication being used:
 

::'''RS-232 Communication (direct connect to PC)'''
:::*'''JP1''' installed
:::*'''JP2''' not installed

:::Reminder: This only applies to the first Renard SS board connected to the PC. The output of a Renard SS board to the next board is RS-485.
 

::'''RS-485 Communication (output of a Renard board or output from a RS-485 adapter/converter)'''
:::*'''JP1''' not installed
:::*'''JP2''' installed (try removing if data communication issues are encountered)
 

:'''JP3 Configuraton'''

::*Installed when running the Diagnostics Firmware
::*Normally not installed when running the Operational Firmware. But can be left installed if you don’t mind seeing the on-board LEDs responding with the associated channels.

=='''Computer Setup'''==

:'''VIXEN Settings'''

::The Renard SS boards require the Renard Dimmer [Vixen 1.1.*] or Renard Dimmer (modified) [Vixen 2.*] Plug-In.

::'''Renard Dimmer Plug-In Settings:'''
:::*Protocol Version: 1
:::*COM1 (or whichever COM port you are connected to)
:::*Baud: 57600 (default firmware value, if firmware is changed then this needs to be changed to match the firmware)
:::*Parity: None
:::*Data bits: 8
:::*Stop bits: One
:::*Hold port open during the duration of the sequence execution: Checked

=='''Assembly Instructions & BOM'''==

The assembly instructions and complete BOM with links to the Mouser Shared BOM 
[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24]]

=='''Setup for Beginners and Troubleshooting'''==

:If you are unsure that you have built your hardware correctly, you should follow the procedures contained in the [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | Renard SS24 Beginners Setup Guide]]. These procedures will guide you through the steps to help setup the hardware for the first time.

:If you encounter any problems with your Renard SS24, you can go to the [[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]. The troubleshooting guide contains a methodical process to try to isolate problems/malfunctions and gives suggestions of what to do to fix them.

=='''Related Links'''==
:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:DIYC Controllers]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Renard SS16 Controller Board

2017-05-10T23:12:58Z

Wayne J: /* AC Power Connection */

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg|600px|right|x]]

=='''Introduction'''==

:The Renard SS16 is a PIC microcontroller based Christmas light controller with 16 solid state relay circuits incorporated into the board. The board design is based on the PIC-based 8-port dimmer concept originally developed by Phil Short. Information on the original concept can be viewed [http://computerchristmas.com/christmas/link-how_to/HowToId-71/Simple_PIC-Based_8-Port_Dimmer here]. Generic information pertaining to current Renard designs (including maximum channel count) can be found on the [[Renard]] wiki page.

:The Renard Standardized Series (SS) controllers are part of a design effort to standardize the board layouts for Renard based systems and to establish a standardized list of components to use in Renard designs. Some of the goals of the Renard SS design effort were:

::* Completely self-contained controller board. All that is needed to start using the board is a data input and an AC power source. No external DC voltage supply or externally generated ZC is needed and there is no need for an off-board neutral bar.

::* Common part list used for all boards. There are no special parts for any individual board, all the boards use the same components. The only thing different is the quantity used on each board.

::* Common component layout on the board. With only a few exceptions, all the components on the boards are laid out in the same fashion.

::* On-board LEDs for full support of Renard diagnostics firmware.

::* Easier for a new member to build. By removing extra options from the board, now a member can just order the parts from the BOM and will be able to build the board without having to figure out which options/parts apply to their configuration.

::* Easier to support. By having all the boards using the same parts and having the same component layout, it will be easier to provide support to DIYC members when they have problems or ask questions.

::* Complete documentation. In the past, boards were created, designed, produced and distributed without much documentation to support them. Documentation was an afterthought and was slow to catch up, some never did or is hard to understand for new members. In the Renard SS design effort, the documentation was created at the same time as the boards so that when the boards were ready for release, the documentation was also ready.

=='''Disclaimers'''==

The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]

=='''The Board'''==

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 800px]]

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''The Renard SS 16 measures 4.1" X 8"'''</center>

==='''Board Availability'''===

:Check the [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) DIYC Forum] for the latest information concerning board availability.

=='''Circuit Diagram'''==

:The schematic diagram can be found [[media:Renard SS16 Schematic.pdf | here.]]

:'''Key circuit components'''

::'''Connectors'''
:::* '''J1''' – RS485 outgoing data
:::* '''J2''' – RS232/RS485 incoming data
:::* '''JDP1''' – RS232 incoming data, DE9 connector for direct connect to show computer serial port.

::'''IC Chips'''
:::* '''U2''' – H11AA1 Optocoupler, used to generate the Zero Cross signal
:::* '''U4 & U5''' – ST485BN, RS232/RS485 Transmitter/ Receiver
:::* '''U6 & U7''' – PIC16F688 Microcontrollers
:::* '''M1-M16''' – MOC3023 Optoisolator, triggers the triac

::'''Resistors'''
:::* '''R26-R41''' – Triac gate resistors. The value of these resistors in the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] was selected for locations using 115/120 VAC power.

::'''Diagnostic LEDs'''
:::* '''PWR''' – Lit whenever the voltage regulator is generating 5 VDC.
 

:::'''NOTE:''' The following Diagnostic LEDs will only function when a jumper is placed on JP3
 

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the diagnostics firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the PIC is operating correctly
:::* '''ZC''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the Zero Cross signal is getting to the PIC correctly
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever the PIC is receiving data correctly
:::* '''FE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified a Framing Error while receiving data
:::* '''OE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified an Overrun Error while receiving data

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the operational firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will be ON whenever channel 2 is ON.
:::* '''ZC''' - will be ON whenever channel 5 is ON..
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever channel 6 is ON.
:::* '''FE''' - will be ON whenever channel 7 is ON.
:::* '''OE''' - will be ON whenever channel 8 is ON.

::'''Other Components'''
:::* '''U1''' – LF50CV, 5 VDC Voltage Regulator
:::* '''U3''' – ECS-2100AX-18.432MHZ, 18.432 MHz Crystal Clock Oscillator
:::* '''T1-T16''' – BTA06-600CW

::'''Jumpers'''
:::* '''JP1''' – RS232 signal ground. Install a shunt (jumper) on JP1 when receiving RS232 data.
:::* '''JP2''' – 120 ohm termination resistor enable. Normally a shunt will be installed on JP2 when receiving RS485 data. Remove the shunt if you are experiencing problems with incoming data.
:::* '''JP3''' – Diagnostic LEDs enable. Install a shunt on JP3 to allow the Diagnostic LEDs to function. During normal operation, you can remove the shunt with no negative impact on board operation.

::'''Test Points'''
:::* '''+5''' – Output from voltage regulator, should be +5 ± 0.1 VDC
:::* '''GND''' – Ground
:::* '''ZC''' – Zero Cross signal

=='''Firmware'''==

:The PICs ('''U6''' & '''U7''') must be programmed with the correct firmware for the board to operate correctly. There are two types of firmware available: Operational and Diagnostic. The Operational firmware is what you need for normal board operation. The Diagnostic firmware is a troubleshooting aid to use when there are problems with the board.

:'''Renard SS Operational Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm | Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:'''Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm | Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:::Instructions for using the Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware are located on this [[Renard Diagnostic Firmware Instructions | wiki page]] or can be downloaded in this [[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware Instructions.pdf | file]].

:'''DMX Firmware:'''

::Since there are many options available with the Renard DMX firmware it is impractical to post a dedicated Renard SS board version here. Users desiring to use DMX should get the firmware [[Renard Firmware | here]].

=='''Powering the Renard SS16'''==

:Input power requirements: An AC source

===DC power:===
:The Renard SS16 generates all the DC voltage that it requires on-board and no external DC voltage source is required.

===AC Power:===
:The Renard SS16 requires AC power for generation of the DC voltage, the SSR (opto/triac) circuitry and for generation of the Zero Cross signal. The information in this wiki is targeted at users who are using 115/120 VAC power.

=='''AC Power Handling Capability'''==
===Maximum Input Load===
:The Renard SS16 is divided into two banks of eight triacs. Each bank of triacs is capable of carrying up to 15 amps of current based on the trace width used on the pcb.

===Triac Loads===
:Based on the pcb trace widths, each triac can handle up to two amps of current. A [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Triac Heat Sink | heat sink]] is highly recommended when running the triacs at two amps. Care must be taken to ensure that the total load of the eight triacs in each bank does not exceed the rating of the fuse protecting the triac bank or 15 amps (whichever is less).

===Fuses===
:Each bank of triacs is independently protected by its own fuse. The size of the fuse selected to use for each bank of triacs is dependent on how the Renard SS16 is connected to the AC power. When each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input, the size of the fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the input wire or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:If both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input and a jumper is used to connect the two banks together, then the size of both fuses added together cannot not exceed the current handling capability of the input wire.

:The [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] calls for a 10 amp fuse under that assumption that each bank of triacs will be independantly powered by a common/generic extension cord. Most of the common extension cords used by DIYC members are rated for only 13 amps and 13 amp fuses are not commonly found.

=='''Hooking Up the Renard SS16'''==

===Data Connections===

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Data Connection1.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between computer running Vixen and Renard SS16 boards'''</center>

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Data Connection2.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between RS485/DMX/Renard and Renard SS16 boards'''</center>

====Data Cables====

:'''Data cables for Renard SS board hookup directly to computer COMM port'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable1.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 3
PC DE9 Pin 5 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 5

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable2.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to RJ45-pin 4
PC DE9 Pin 5 to RJ45-pin 5 and pin 1 and/or pin 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup using a RS232->RS485 or a USB->RS485 converter'''

::Due to the many different types of RS232->RS485 and USB->RS485 converters available, the drawing only refers to the signals coming from the converter. Check the documentation for your converter to figure out how/where to hook up the correct wires.

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS485 Data Cable.jpg | 400px ]]
Converter signal RS485(-)/T-/D-/B/485- connects to RJ45-pin 4 (blue CAT5 wire)
Converter signal RS485(+)/T+/D+/A/485+ connects to RJ45-pin 5 (blue/white CAT5 wire)
Converter GND signal connects to RJ45-pins 1 & 2 (orange and orange/white CAT5 wires) 
An example is shown here with the [[media:Wiki - HXSP-2108F adapter.jpg |HXSP-2108F Adapter Hook-up ]]

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup in a DMX environment'''
[[image:wiki - DMX (XLR) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]] 

[[image:wiki - DMX (RJ-45) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]]

DMX using XLR Connectors
XLR connector pin 1 (GND) to RJ45-pin 1 and/or pin 2
XLR connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
XLR connector pin 3 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5

DMX using RJ45 (CAT5) Connectors
RJ45 connector pin 1 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5
RJ45 connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
RJ45 connector pins 7 & 8 (GND) to RJ45-pins 1 & 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup to other Renard boards'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard to Renard Data Cable.jpg | 400px]] 

Generally only a regular straight-thru CAT5 cable is required to connect Renard SS boards to other Renard boards.
For the few exceptions (ie Ren24 V2.5), check the wiki page for those boards to see what their unique requirements are.

====Cable Lengths====

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to a computer COMM port should not be longer than 50 feet according to the RS-232 standard. This distance can also be greatly reduced by using poor quality cables.

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to other Renard boards or any other RS-485 source can be up to 4,000 feet in length for data rates up to 100Kbps according to the RS-485 standard.

==='''AC Power Connection'''===
:'''Connection Option #1'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 AC Layout1.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input (orange/black wires).

::Key thing to remember in this layout is:

:::* The size of the each fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the orange/black wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:'''Connection Option #2'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 AC Layout2.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the main AC input [orange/black wires] is connected to two sets of feeder wires [blue/green wires] by a twist-on wire connector (commonly referred to as a wire nut). The feeder wires are then connected to the triac banks.

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the fuses cannot exceed the current handling capability of the feeder wires [blue/green wires] or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the main AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''Connection Option #3'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 AC Layout3.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the right side banks of triacs are powered by jumper wires [blue/green wires] coming from the left side [N 120V] terminal block. This means that both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''A pictorial "How To" can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?31143-Renard-SS-power-cord-daisy-chain-option here] using Option 3 WITH a daisy chain option.'''

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the right fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the blue/green wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the AC input [orange/black wires].

===Connecting Multiple Renard Boards===

[[image:wiki - Renard SS Daisy Chain.jpg | 800px |center]]

::The above image shows how Renard SS boards can be daisy chained together. Renard SS8 boards are used in the image just as an example of how all Renard SS boards can be connected together.

::Key things to remember when connecting Renard SS boards together:

:::* You only need one instance of the Renard Dimmer plug-in in Vixen for each physical COMM port being used. You just need to make sure that the plug-in is setup for the total number of channels for all the Renard boards connected to that COMM port. In the above example, the plug-in would be set for 32 channels.

:::* The total number of Renard boards that can be connected together depends on the event period and the baud rate being used. More information on the total number of channels capable with Renard systems can be found here [[Renard#Number of Circuits (Channels) | here.]]

=='''Configuring the jumpers on Renard SS boards'''==

:'''JP1 & JP2 Configuraton'''

:The configuration of JP1 and JP2 depends on the type of communication being used:
 

::'''RS-232 Communication (direct connect to PC)'''
:::*'''JP1''' installed
:::*'''JP2''' not installed

:::Reminder: This only applies to the first Renard SS board connected to the PC. The output of a Renard SS board to the next board is RS-485.
 

::'''RS-485 Communication (output of a Renard board or output from a RS-485 adapter/converter)'''
:::*'''JP1''' not installed
:::*'''JP2''' installed (try removing if data communication issues are encountered)
 

:'''JP3 Configuraton'''

::*Installed when running the Diagnostics Firmware
::*Normally not installed when running the Operational Firmware. But can be left installed if you don’t mind seeing the on-board LEDs responding with the associated channels.

=='''Computer Setup'''==

:'''VIXEN Settings'''

::The Renard SS boards require the Renard Dimmer [Vixen 1.1.*] or Renard Dimmer (modified) [Vixen 2.*] Plug-In.

::'''Renard Dimmer Plug-In Settings:'''
:::*Protocol Version: 1
:::*COM1 (or whichever COM port you are connected to)
:::*Baud: 57600 (default firmware value, if firmware is changed then this needs to be changed to match the firmware)
:::*Parity: None
:::*Data bits: 8
:::*Stop bits: One
:::*Hold port open during the duration of the sequence execution: Checked

=='''Assembly Instructions & BOM'''==

The assembly instructions and complete BOM with links to the Mouser Shared BOM 
[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16]]

=='''Setup for Beginners and Troubleshooting'''==

:If you are unsure that you have built your hardware correctly, you should follow the procedures contained in the [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | Renard SS16 Beginners Setup Guide]]. These procedures will guide you through the steps to help setup the hardware for the first time.

:If you encounter any problems with your Renard SS16, you can go to the [[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS16 | Renard SS16 Troubleshooting Guide]]. The troubleshooting guide contains a methodical process to try to isolate problems/malfunctions and gives suggestions of what to do to fix them.

=='''Related Links'''==
:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:DIYC Controllers]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Renard SS16 Controller Board

2017-05-10T23:11:45Z

Wayne J: /* AC Power Connection */

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg|600px|right|x]]

=='''Introduction'''==

:The Renard SS16 is a PIC microcontroller based Christmas light controller with 16 solid state relay circuits incorporated into the board. The board design is based on the PIC-based 8-port dimmer concept originally developed by Phil Short. Information on the original concept can be viewed [http://computerchristmas.com/christmas/link-how_to/HowToId-71/Simple_PIC-Based_8-Port_Dimmer here]. Generic information pertaining to current Renard designs (including maximum channel count) can be found on the [[Renard]] wiki page.

:The Renard Standardized Series (SS) controllers are part of a design effort to standardize the board layouts for Renard based systems and to establish a standardized list of components to use in Renard designs. Some of the goals of the Renard SS design effort were:

::* Completely self-contained controller board. All that is needed to start using the board is a data input and an AC power source. No external DC voltage supply or externally generated ZC is needed and there is no need for an off-board neutral bar.

::* Common part list used for all boards. There are no special parts for any individual board, all the boards use the same components. The only thing different is the quantity used on each board.

::* Common component layout on the board. With only a few exceptions, all the components on the boards are laid out in the same fashion.

::* On-board LEDs for full support of Renard diagnostics firmware.

::* Easier for a new member to build. By removing extra options from the board, now a member can just order the parts from the BOM and will be able to build the board without having to figure out which options/parts apply to their configuration.

::* Easier to support. By having all the boards using the same parts and having the same component layout, it will be easier to provide support to DIYC members when they have problems or ask questions.

::* Complete documentation. In the past, boards were created, designed, produced and distributed without much documentation to support them. Documentation was an afterthought and was slow to catch up, some never did or is hard to understand for new members. In the Renard SS design effort, the documentation was created at the same time as the boards so that when the boards were ready for release, the documentation was also ready.

=='''Disclaimers'''==

The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]

=='''The Board'''==

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 800px]]

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''The Renard SS 16 measures 4.1" X 8"'''</center>

==='''Board Availability'''===

:Check the [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) DIYC Forum] for the latest information concerning board availability.

=='''Circuit Diagram'''==

:The schematic diagram can be found [[media:Renard SS16 Schematic.pdf | here.]]

:'''Key circuit components'''

::'''Connectors'''
:::* '''J1''' – RS485 outgoing data
:::* '''J2''' – RS232/RS485 incoming data
:::* '''JDP1''' – RS232 incoming data, DE9 connector for direct connect to show computer serial port.

::'''IC Chips'''
:::* '''U2''' – H11AA1 Optocoupler, used to generate the Zero Cross signal
:::* '''U4 & U5''' – ST485BN, RS232/RS485 Transmitter/ Receiver
:::* '''U6 & U7''' – PIC16F688 Microcontrollers
:::* '''M1-M16''' – MOC3023 Optoisolator, triggers the triac

::'''Resistors'''
:::* '''R26-R41''' – Triac gate resistors. The value of these resistors in the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] was selected for locations using 115/120 VAC power.

::'''Diagnostic LEDs'''
:::* '''PWR''' – Lit whenever the voltage regulator is generating 5 VDC.
 

:::'''NOTE:''' The following Diagnostic LEDs will only function when a jumper is placed on JP3
 

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the diagnostics firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the PIC is operating correctly
:::* '''ZC''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the Zero Cross signal is getting to the PIC correctly
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever the PIC is receiving data correctly
:::* '''FE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified a Framing Error while receiving data
:::* '''OE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified an Overrun Error while receiving data

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the operational firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will be ON whenever channel 2 is ON.
:::* '''ZC''' - will be ON whenever channel 5 is ON..
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever channel 6 is ON.
:::* '''FE''' - will be ON whenever channel 7 is ON.
:::* '''OE''' - will be ON whenever channel 8 is ON.

::'''Other Components'''
:::* '''U1''' – LF50CV, 5 VDC Voltage Regulator
:::* '''U3''' – ECS-2100AX-18.432MHZ, 18.432 MHz Crystal Clock Oscillator
:::* '''T1-T16''' – BTA06-600CW

::'''Jumpers'''
:::* '''JP1''' – RS232 signal ground. Install a shunt (jumper) on JP1 when receiving RS232 data.
:::* '''JP2''' – 120 ohm termination resistor enable. Normally a shunt will be installed on JP2 when receiving RS485 data. Remove the shunt if you are experiencing problems with incoming data.
:::* '''JP3''' – Diagnostic LEDs enable. Install a shunt on JP3 to allow the Diagnostic LEDs to function. During normal operation, you can remove the shunt with no negative impact on board operation.

::'''Test Points'''
:::* '''+5''' – Output from voltage regulator, should be +5 ± 0.1 VDC
:::* '''GND''' – Ground
:::* '''ZC''' – Zero Cross signal

=='''Firmware'''==

:The PICs ('''U6''' & '''U7''') must be programmed with the correct firmware for the board to operate correctly. There are two types of firmware available: Operational and Diagnostic. The Operational firmware is what you need for normal board operation. The Diagnostic firmware is a troubleshooting aid to use when there are problems with the board.

:'''Renard SS Operational Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm | Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:'''Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm | Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:::Instructions for using the Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware are located on this [[Renard Diagnostic Firmware Instructions | wiki page]] or can be downloaded in this [[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware Instructions.pdf | file]].

:'''DMX Firmware:'''

::Since there are many options available with the Renard DMX firmware it is impractical to post a dedicated Renard SS board version here. Users desiring to use DMX should get the firmware [[Renard Firmware | here]].

=='''Powering the Renard SS16'''==

:Input power requirements: An AC source

===DC power:===
:The Renard SS16 generates all the DC voltage that it requires on-board and no external DC voltage source is required.

===AC Power:===
:The Renard SS16 requires AC power for generation of the DC voltage, the SSR (opto/triac) circuitry and for generation of the Zero Cross signal. The information in this wiki is targeted at users who are using 115/120 VAC power.

=='''AC Power Handling Capability'''==
===Maximum Input Load===
:The Renard SS16 is divided into two banks of eight triacs. Each bank of triacs is capable of carrying up to 15 amps of current based on the trace width used on the pcb.

===Triac Loads===
:Based on the pcb trace widths, each triac can handle up to two amps of current. A [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Triac Heat Sink | heat sink]] is highly recommended when running the triacs at two amps. Care must be taken to ensure that the total load of the eight triacs in each bank does not exceed the rating of the fuse protecting the triac bank or 15 amps (whichever is less).

===Fuses===
:Each bank of triacs is independently protected by its own fuse. The size of the fuse selected to use for each bank of triacs is dependent on how the Renard SS16 is connected to the AC power. When each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input, the size of the fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the input wire or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:If both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input and a jumper is used to connect the two banks together, then the size of both fuses added together cannot not exceed the current handling capability of the input wire.

:The [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] calls for a 10 amp fuse under that assumption that each bank of triacs will be independantly powered by a common/generic extension cord. Most of the common extension cords used by DIYC members are rated for only 13 amps and 13 amp fuses are not commonly found.

=='''Hooking Up the Renard SS16'''==

===Data Connections===

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Data Connection1.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between computer running Vixen and Renard SS16 boards'''</center>

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Data Connection2.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between RS485/DMX/Renard and Renard SS16 boards'''</center>

====Data Cables====

:'''Data cables for Renard SS board hookup directly to computer COMM port'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable1.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 3
PC DE9 Pin 5 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 5

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable2.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to RJ45-pin 4
PC DE9 Pin 5 to RJ45-pin 5 and pin 1 and/or pin 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup using a RS232->RS485 or a USB->RS485 converter'''

::Due to the many different types of RS232->RS485 and USB->RS485 converters available, the drawing only refers to the signals coming from the converter. Check the documentation for your converter to figure out how/where to hook up the correct wires.

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS485 Data Cable.jpg | 400px ]]
Converter signal RS485(-)/T-/D-/B/485- connects to RJ45-pin 4 (blue CAT5 wire)
Converter signal RS485(+)/T+/D+/A/485+ connects to RJ45-pin 5 (blue/white CAT5 wire)
Converter GND signal connects to RJ45-pins 1 & 2 (orange and orange/white CAT5 wires) 
An example is shown here with the [[media:Wiki - HXSP-2108F adapter.jpg |HXSP-2108F Adapter Hook-up ]]

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup in a DMX environment'''
[[image:wiki - DMX (XLR) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]] 

[[image:wiki - DMX (RJ-45) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]]

DMX using XLR Connectors
XLR connector pin 1 (GND) to RJ45-pin 1 and/or pin 2
XLR connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
XLR connector pin 3 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5

DMX using RJ45 (CAT5) Connectors
RJ45 connector pin 1 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5
RJ45 connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
RJ45 connector pins 7 & 8 (GND) to RJ45-pins 1 & 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup to other Renard boards'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard to Renard Data Cable.jpg | 400px]] 

Generally only a regular straight-thru CAT5 cable is required to connect Renard SS boards to other Renard boards.
For the few exceptions (ie Ren24 V2.5), check the wiki page for those boards to see what their unique requirements are.

====Cable Lengths====

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to a computer COMM port should not be longer than 50 feet according to the RS-232 standard. This distance can also be greatly reduced by using poor quality cables.

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to other Renard boards or any other RS-485 source can be up to 4,000 feet in length for data rates up to 100Kbps according to the RS-485 standard.

==='''AC Power Connection'''===
:'''Connection Option #1'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 AC Layout1.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input (orange/black wires).

::Key thing to remember in this layout is:

:::* The size of the each fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the orange/black wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:'''Connection Option #2'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 AC Layout2.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the main AC input [orange/black wires] is connected to two sets of feeder wires [blue/green wires] by a twist-on wire connector (commonly referred to as a wire nut). The feeder wires are then connected to the triac banks.

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the fuses cannot exceed the current handling capability of the feeder wires [blue/green wires] or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the main AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''Connection Option #3'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS16 AC Layout3.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the right side banks of triacs are powered by jumper wires [blue/green wires] coming from the left side [N 120V] terminal block. This means that both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input [orange/black wires].

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the right fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the blue/green wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''A pictorial "How To" can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?31143-Renard-SS-power-cord-daisy-chain-option here] using Option 3 WITH a daisy chain option.'''

===Connecting Multiple Renard Boards===

[[image:wiki - Renard SS Daisy Chain.jpg | 800px |center]]

::The above image shows how Renard SS boards can be daisy chained together. Renard SS8 boards are used in the image just as an example of how all Renard SS boards can be connected together.

::Key things to remember when connecting Renard SS boards together:

:::* You only need one instance of the Renard Dimmer plug-in in Vixen for each physical COMM port being used. You just need to make sure that the plug-in is setup for the total number of channels for all the Renard boards connected to that COMM port. In the above example, the plug-in would be set for 32 channels.

:::* The total number of Renard boards that can be connected together depends on the event period and the baud rate being used. More information on the total number of channels capable with Renard systems can be found here [[Renard#Number of Circuits (Channels) | here.]]

=='''Configuring the jumpers on Renard SS boards'''==

:'''JP1 & JP2 Configuraton'''

:The configuration of JP1 and JP2 depends on the type of communication being used:
 

::'''RS-232 Communication (direct connect to PC)'''
:::*'''JP1''' installed
:::*'''JP2''' not installed

:::Reminder: This only applies to the first Renard SS board connected to the PC. The output of a Renard SS board to the next board is RS-485.
 

::'''RS-485 Communication (output of a Renard board or output from a RS-485 adapter/converter)'''
:::*'''JP1''' not installed
:::*'''JP2''' installed (try removing if data communication issues are encountered)
 

:'''JP3 Configuraton'''

::*Installed when running the Diagnostics Firmware
::*Normally not installed when running the Operational Firmware. But can be left installed if you don’t mind seeing the on-board LEDs responding with the associated channels.

=='''Computer Setup'''==

:'''VIXEN Settings'''

::The Renard SS boards require the Renard Dimmer [Vixen 1.1.*] or Renard Dimmer (modified) [Vixen 2.*] Plug-In.

::'''Renard Dimmer Plug-In Settings:'''
:::*Protocol Version: 1
:::*COM1 (or whichever COM port you are connected to)
:::*Baud: 57600 (default firmware value, if firmware is changed then this needs to be changed to match the firmware)
:::*Parity: None
:::*Data bits: 8
:::*Stop bits: One
:::*Hold port open during the duration of the sequence execution: Checked

=='''Assembly Instructions & BOM'''==

The assembly instructions and complete BOM with links to the Mouser Shared BOM 
[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16]]

=='''Setup for Beginners and Troubleshooting'''==

:If you are unsure that you have built your hardware correctly, you should follow the procedures contained in the [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | Renard SS16 Beginners Setup Guide]]. These procedures will guide you through the steps to help setup the hardware for the first time.

:If you encounter any problems with your Renard SS16, you can go to the [[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS16 | Renard SS16 Troubleshooting Guide]]. The troubleshooting guide contains a methodical process to try to isolate problems/malfunctions and gives suggestions of what to do to fix them.

=='''Related Links'''==
:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:DIYC Controllers]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2017-01-28T16:07:03Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
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*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
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*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
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*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
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*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C)
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2017-01-28T16:03:49Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2017-01-28T16:03:15Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|

*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
|
*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2017-01-28T16:02:47Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|

*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
|
*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2017-01-28T16:02:09Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|

* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-BK/GMA-10-R) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2017-01-28T16:01:37Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-BK/GMA-10-R||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Part Substitutions

2015-01-18T23:39:10Z

Wayne J: /* Diodes, LEDs, Triacs */

==Introduction==

:This page is intended to provide members with a resource to see what parts are interchangeable between the various DIYC boards.

:This page is by no means the “gospel” of what parts can or cannot be interchanged.

==IC Chips==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|SN65LBC176AP ||Differential Bus Transceivers|| SN65LBC176PE4 511-ST485BN 595-SN65176BP||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||PIC Microcontroller||579-PIC16F688-E/P ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|782-H11AA1||Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS
|-
|859-MOC3023||Optoisolator, Triac Driver|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-1-390261-2||IC Socket, 8 pin (for U1 & U2)||575-193308||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|571-1-390261-3||IC Socket, 14 pin (for U3–U5)||575-199314||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|571-1-390261-1||IC Socket, 6 pin (for U8–U31)|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|}

==Voltage Regulators==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" |PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|821-TS7805CZ||5VDC Voltage Regulator||511-L7805CV||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|511-L4940V5||Regulator, LDO, 5V, 1.5A|| ||Renard 64
|-
|511-LF50CVDG||Regulator, LDO, 5V, .5A||511-LF50CV (Basically the same item but with a thinner tab, so care needs to used when installing the heatsink) 511-LF50ABV||Renard SS
|-
|532-574502B00||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator|| ||Renard 16
|-
|532-577102B00||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator|| ||Renard SS
|-
|532-7136DG||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator||532-7139DG||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|}

==Diodes, LEDs, Triacs==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|78-1N5239B||Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W||78-1N5239B-TAP||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|78-1N5229B||Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W||78-1N5229B-TAP 512-1N5229B_T50A||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|604-WP63ID||LED, 5mm Red||Any standard 3mm or 5mm LED will work||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|604-WP1503GD||LED, 5mm Green||Any standard 3mm or 5mm LED will work||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|604-WP7104EC||LED, 3mm Red||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard 16
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||LED, 3mm Red||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard SS
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||LED, 3mm Green||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|859-LTL-403G||LED, Rectangular, Green||859-LTL-403HR - Red 859-LTL-403Y - Yellow ||Renard 64
|-
|625-1N4001-E3||Diode|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|625-1N5817-E3||Schottky Diode (20V, 1A)||625-1N5817-E3/4 511-1N5817 ||Renard 64
|-
|511-1N5817||Schottky Diode (20V, 1A)||625-1N5817-E3/4 625-1N5817-E3 ||Renard SS
|-
|821-DB102G||Bridge Rectifier, 1A 100V||DB103||Renard 24HC Renard 24LV
|-
|511-BTA08-400B||Triac, 8A 400V||511-BTA04-700T Triac, 4A 700V (alternative Triac for use with LED light strands - See "EOL" Note Below)||Renard 16 Renard 24
|-
|511-BTA04-700T||Triac, 4A 700V Update: Now listed as EOL or "End of Life"||BTA06-600TRG||SSRez REN24HC
|-
|511-BTA04-700T
|colspan="2"|This triac (the original preferred triac for the Renard SS controllers) is no longer being manufactured and generally no longer available from parts suppliers. This note is included here to provide information on why this triac was replaced for the Renard SS controllers so users will not be concerned about having these triacs in any existing Renard SS controllers.||Renard SS
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW ||Triac, 6A 600V||511-BTA08-600CW 511-BTA06-600BW 511-BTA08-600BW||Renard SS
|}

==Resistors==

:As a general “rule of thumb” for DIYC projects, you can substitute any resistor of equal value that also has a power rating equal to/or greater for any of the following resistors. The material that the resistor is made of (ie: carbon film or metal film) is not a critical factor for DIYC projects.

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center"| NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center"| POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center"| SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|291-120-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-120-RC 660-MF1/4DCT52R1200F||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|291-1K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/4W 5%||271-1K-RC 660-MF1/4DC1001F (Renard 24 ZC resistors)||Renard 24
|-
|299-1K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%||271-1K-RC 660-MF1/4DC1001F (Incoming data circuit resistors only)||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|299-27K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%||271-27K-RC 660-MF1/4DLT52R2702F||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|291-680-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-680-RC||Renard 24 SSRez
|-
|299-680-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|291-180-RC ||Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-180-RC 273-180-RC||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|71-CCF60-15K-E3||Resistor, Metal Film 15K ohms 3/4W 1%|| ||Renard 16
|-
|291-750-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%||660-CFS1/4CT52R751J||Renard SS
|-
|299-750-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64
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|299-330-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 330 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64
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|266-680||Resistor Network, 10 pin, 680ohms 2%|| ||Renard 16
|-
|264-330||Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%|| ||Renard SS
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|652-4608X-1LF-680||Resistor Network, 8 pin, 680ohms, Bussed 2%|| ||Renard 64
|}

==Capacitors==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center"|PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center"|NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center"|POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center"|SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|81-RPEE41H105M4K1E12||Capacitor, Monolithic Radial Lead 50V 1uF|| ||Renard 16
|-
|80-C410C104M5U||Capacitor, Axial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF || ||Renard 16
|-
|581-SA105E104MAR||Capacitor, Axial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF || ||Renard 24
|-
|140-HTRL25V10-RC||Capacitor, Electrolytic 25V 10uF 105°C|| ||Renard 24
|-
|140-XRL25V1.0-RC||Capacitor, Electrolytic 25V 1uF 85°C|| ||Renard 24
|-
|667-ECA-1CM682||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 6800uF 85°C||140-REA682M1CBK1632P 140-XRL16V6800-RC (EOL)||Renard 64
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 47uF 85°C||647-UVR1C470MDD1TD 647-UVR1C470MDD1TA ||Renard SS
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 2200uF 85°C||647-UVR1C222MHD1TO 871-B41827A4228M000 ||Renard SS
|-
|80-C322C104K5R||Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF|| ||Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|667-ECA-1CM470||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 47uF 85°C||75-515D476M016JA6AE3 ||Renard 64
|}

==Other==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|838-3FD-320||Transformer, Dual Primary/Secondary||838-3FD-316||Renard 24
|-
|838-3FS-312||Transformer, Single Primary/Dual Secondary|| ||Renard SS
|-
|520-TCF1843-X||Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz (full size)||ACO-18.432MHZ-EK||Renard 24
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz (half size)||520-TCH1843-X ||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|538-22-03-2021||Header, 2-Pin PCB
|rowspan="2"|538-22-28-4360 Header, 36 Pin Breakaway (used to make smaller headers)||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|538-22-03-2031||Header, 3-Pin PCB||Renard 24
|-
|737-MSB-G||Shunt||571-3828115 737-MSA-G||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|504-GMA-10||Fuse, Fast Acting 10A 125VAC|| ||Renard SS
|-
|504-GMA-15||Fuse, Fast Acting 15A 125VAC|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24
|-
|504-1A3399-10||Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm|| ||Renard 16
|-
|534-3517||Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm|| ||Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|534-3527C||Cover, Fuse Clip|| || Renard SS
|-
|571-5556416-1||Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry|| 571-55202594 538-95503-2881||Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-5520251-4||Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Side Entry|| ||Renard 16 Renard 64 SSRez
|-
|636-182-009-213R531||Connector, D-Sub Female, Rt Angle PCB mount, DE9`|| ||Renard 64
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||Connector, D-Sub Female, Rt Angle PCB mount, DE9`||152-3409||Renard SS
|-
|538-39890-0302||Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.0 mm|| ||Renard 16
|-
|571-2828372||Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm|| ||Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-7969492||Terminal Block, 2 Pos (Input Power)||158-P02EHK508V2-E||Renard SS
|-
|571-7969494||Terminal Block, 4 Pos (Input Power)|| ||Renard 24
|-
|571-2828376||Terminal, 6 Pos||Three of 571-7969492||Renard 24 Opt#1
|-
|651-1725041||Terminal, Dbl Stack 4 Pos|| ||Renard 24 Opt#1
|-
|534-1287||Terminal, Spade|| ||Renard 24 Opt#2
|-
|534-4902||Male Sturdi-mount Terminal|| ||Renard 64
|-
|159-2215||Vinyl Insulated Couplers (Female)|| ||Renard 64

|}

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Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2015-01-05T00:50:15Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
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|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
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<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
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|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
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|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
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|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
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|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
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|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
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|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
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|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2015-01-05T00:49:49Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
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*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2015-01-05T00:49:21Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|
*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P ~~ previously ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2015-01-05T00:41:31Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|

* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2015-01-05T00:38:52Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=72eedcb487 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2015-01-05T00:20:11Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
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*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-2199298-3).
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
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[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
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|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
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*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P).
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*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
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<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
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|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
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|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
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|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
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|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
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|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
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|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
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|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
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|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
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|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
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|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
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|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
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|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
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|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
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|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
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|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
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|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
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|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
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|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
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|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
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|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
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|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
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|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
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|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
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|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
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|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
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|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
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|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
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|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
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|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
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|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
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|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
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|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
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|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2015-01-05T00:17:58Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=fe2f529bdb Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2015-01-05T00:03:04Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-2199298-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-2199298-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 595-SN65LBC176P).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2015-01-04T23:58:47Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|
*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
|
*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [https://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=D7FF1B88E3 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2015-01-04T23:56:58Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|
*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
|
*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
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*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
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*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
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*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
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*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
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*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
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|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
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*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
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*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
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*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
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<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
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|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
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|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|595-SN65LBC176P ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-2199298-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
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|571-1-2199298-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
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|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-2199298-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
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|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
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|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
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|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
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|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
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|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
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|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
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|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
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|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
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|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
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|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
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|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
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|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
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|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
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|152-3409||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
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|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
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|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
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|806-SX1100-B||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
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|504-GMA-10||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
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|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
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|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
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|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=7d0e7fd9e6 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Troubleshooting Guide â€“ The Renard SS24

2014-12-13T23:37:31Z

Wayne J:

=='''''This is NOT the official Troubleshooting Guide for the Renard SS control boards'''''==
For the official Guide, follow this link.

[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide - The Renard SS24]]

 

==''''' WARNING!!!!! '''''==
'''''This guide has NOT been checked by anyone who knows anything about electronics! The original author is NOT versed in all things electronic. This document is in a DRAFT status, is NOT COMPLETE, and could be COMPLETELY WRONG. Following any of these steps may at best kill your board, or at worst KILL YOU! ALWAYS use best safe practices when working with electricity!'''''

==Background==
The Renard line of lighting controllers, especially the SS series are elegant in their simplicity. Since they are so simple, any problems with them can be usually found with nothing more than an ammeter. Before jumping in however, you may need to brush up on a few concepts. For those of you with experience in electronics, these explanations may not be entirely accurate. Since the audience for this article typically doesn't have a lot of knowledge about electronics, some concepts have been greatly simplified.

A typical Ren SS board is divided into 5 separate sections: Low voltage (Logic) power, Logic, Zero Cross, Communication, and High Voltage switching.

The voltage section consists of a transformer, rectifier, capacitor, and voltage regulator. The transformer takes line voltage (120V here in the USA), and converts it down to 12V AC. From there, the power travels through a rectifier circuit which takes the AC power and turns it into the DC (Direct Current) power the logic will need. The large capacitor on the board acts much like a battery. Should the current coming from the transformer fall too far, for instance because there was a large draw on the AC line, the capacitor can (for a short time) take up the slack. From there the power travels through the LM7805 voltage regulator. The voltage regulator, as it's name implies, regulates the voltage coming out of it to a nice stable 5V DC. The LM7805 also acts to protect the circuit since it is built to withstand over-current draws and short circuits. Power coming from the LM7805 is used to drive most all of the other 'on-board' functions, IE Communication, Logic, etc.

The low voltage after the voltage regulator has 2 or more capacitors: an electrolytic at C2, and one each near the PIC chips. Again, these capacitors are there to temporally boost the current to various ICs in case there is a larger momentary draw.

The Zero Cross section consists of a single part, the H11AA1 optoisolator. AC power is a wave that has a positive and a negative component. Each channel of the Renard board can be said to be a solid state dimmer. If you want to dim a light by 50%, you only need to turn on the channel for 50% of the AC wave. 75% brightness = 75% of the wave, etc. In order for the logic to turn the channel on and off at the proper time, it needs to time the wave. The H11AA1 opto sends a pulse to the logic each time the wave changes from positive to negative and back - i.e., it crosses zero.

The logic consists of one or more PIC processors, and a timing signal generated by the clock crystal. The PIC16F688 is a fully functional computer which has several inputs (from the communication and zero cross section), and outputs - nine of them to be exact (eight for the dimmer channels, one for transmitting data to the next PIC). Each of the eight dimmer outputs is tied to eight separate channels. The program running on the PIC (sometimes referred to as 'the firmware') listens for commands coming from the communication section, and if a command is for one of the channels under it's control, it turns it ON, with the correct frequency or OFF.

To turn on a channel, the PIC waits for a Zero Cross signal. Once it has the zero cross, the PIC begins to count by listening to the pulses from the clock crystal. When the exact amount of time has passed in the AC wave, it turns the channel on. For instance, if you have a channel on at 50%, it counts until 1/2 the AC wave is over and then turns the channel on, making the light appear to be at 50% brightness. If you have a channel on 100%, it immediately turns the channel on. The PIC continues to do this until it gets another command from the communication section to turn the channel off.

The PIC controls the channel by simply tying the appropriate output pin to ground. When a channel is off, the output pin is left high, so that there isn't enough current flowing through the optoisolator input to turn it on. When the channel is on, the PIC internally connects the pin to the board ground completing the circuit. The optocoupler (more on them later) for a channel is always supplied +5V - this is much like wiring a wall light switch where the hot is coming FROM the bulb instead of to it.

The SS series has from 1 to 3 PICs on-board, depending on the number of channels that board controls. The SS8 has 1 PIC, SS16 has 2, while the SS24 has 3. For the SS16 and SS24, each pic controls a group of 8 channels. Channels 9-16 are really nothing more than channels 1-8 which are controlled by PIC #2, while for a S24, Channels 17-24 are channels 1-8 controlled by PIC #3.

Each PIC has 14 pins:
<table border="1">
<tr><td align="center" width="40">'''Pin'''</td><td align="center" width="90">'''Function'''</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">1</td><td align="center">+ Power</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">2</td><td align="center">Clock In</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">3</td><td align="center">Channel 1</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">4</td><td align="center">Zero Cross</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">5</td><td align="center">Data In</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">6</td><td align="center">Data Out</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">7</td><td align="center">Channel 8</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">8</td><td align="center">Channel 7</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">9</td><td align="center">Channel 6</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">10</td><td align="center">Channel 5</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">11</td><td align="center">Channel 4</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">12</td><td align="center">Channel 3</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">13</td><td align="center">Channel 2</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">14</td><td align="center">- Power</td></tr>
</table>

If a command received by the PIC is not for the channels it controls, it sends the data back out pin 6 to the next pic, or the communications section.

The communication section consists of 2 RS485 chips, 2 RJ45 connectors, a DB9 connector, a connection to the clock crystal, and assorted resistors and diodes. The input communication section takes the incoming data from the Rj45 connector or the DB9 connector, filters it a bit, then passes it on to the first (or only) PIC on the board. The second RS485 chip takes any outgoing data from the last (or only) PIC and sends it out the door through the other RJ45. Jumper JP2 controls where incoming data comes from (ON for RS232/DB9, OFF for RS485/RJ45).

The high-voltage switching section is where all the work takes place. This section consists of a resistor, a opto coupler, another resistor, and a triac. The resistors in this section are there to ensure the other two components don't draw so much current that they damage themselves or other parts of the circuit.

Think of the optocoupler as an insurance policy. It's job is simple: to electrically isolate one circuit from another. The optocoupler is nothing more than an infrared LED and a receiver in the same package. The optocoupler changes the signal on one side into infra-red light, then immediately back into an electrical signal to go out the other side. Now you can see how it gets it's name: it OPTICALLY (optic = with light) COUPLES (ties together) 2 circuits together. Why would you want this? To prevent high voltage from getting back into your computer, and to prevent ground loops. Without the optoisolators the AC hot or neutral would end up being connected to the low voltage logic in your circuit, which is not only a major safety hazard but may also damage the circuitry in the controller or in your computer.

The last section is the High Voltage section. It consists of the triacs and the terminal strips.

The job of the triac is simple: It's a switch that allows us to control the high voltage of the channel, by using the low voltage of the control logic. In it's simplest form, a triac can be thought of to have 2 high voltage pins, and 1 low voltage. One pin is supplied the mains voltage (in the USA that's the 120V feed). The other high voltage pin is the output. The low voltage pin is what signals the triac to turn ON, and is called the 'Gate'. The high voltage output is of course tied to the terminal strip. This is the area on the board where you hook up your lights.

==Troubleshooting your Ren SS board==

These troubleshooting steps assume that you have used the 'Beginner's Setup Guide', and that you have a test that has failed. If you are having problems with a board and have NOT followed the steps in the beginners setup guide, do so now.

All directions assume that you are looking at the side of the board with the components installed.

The BOTTOM of the board is the long edge with the terminal strip(s)
The TOP of the board is the long edge where the RJ45 jacks are installed
The LEFT side of the board is the short edge closest to CH1
The RIGHT side of the board is the short edge closest to the HIGHEST channel on the board (CH8, CH16, or CH24 depending on which board).

When testing continuity, it's best to test from the component side of the board, ABOVE the pad needed. For instance, when checking continuity to a resistor, check from the leg of the resistor that is ABOVE the board to the leg above the board of the next component. Doing it this way will ensure that you are not only testing the trace, but the pad as well as your solder connection. When using this method, just be sure that where you are touching the probes isn't insulated. Your probe should be touching bare metal, and not something that looks like paint.

==Logic Power==

No POWER LED
===No 5V at test point===
Is the board plugged in? Ensure you have a power cord properly installed. For SS16 and SS24 boards, the power cord should be hooked up to the LEFT side of the board.

Is the fuse installed or blown? Unplug the board and check the fuse on the left side.

Is the Rectifier circuit installed correctly? Check D1,D2,D3,D4. These parts must be installed with the silver stripe facing LEFT.

Is C1 installed correctly? C1 must be installed so that the BLACK stripe (which has a '-' sign in it) faces RIGHT.

Is U1 installed correctly? U1 must be installed so that the heat sink is toward the TOP of the board.
Check the +5V test point to ground. Do you now have +5V DC? If not, continue below

If there is 5V at the test point and the power LED is NOT lit:

Is the POWER LED installed correctly? the flat side of the LED should face the TOP of the board.

Is C2 installed correctly? C2 must be installed so that the stripe (which has a '-' sign in it) faces the TOP of the board.

Unplug the board. Check for continuity from the TOP pad of the LED to ground. If OK: Starting from the bottom pad of the LED, follow the traces on the board and check continuity between pads. When the continuity check fails, you have a bad solder point or lifted pad. Repair it and start testing again.

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===Still no power at the +5V test point===
Check the LEFT pin of U1 to ground, you should see a voltage higher than 5V. If there is voltage, check the solder connections on U1 to ensure they are good and there is no broken pad. If all is OK, assume U1 is dead and replace it.

If there is no power at U1, check for voltage at the + side of C1 (left pad) and ground. If there is voltage, check solder connections. If they are good, assume C1 is bad and replace it.

Check for **AC** power between the left side of R1 and the N terminal of 120V connector (use the screw). If there is NO AC power at R1, check solder connections on the transformer. If the connections are good, assume the transformer is bad.

If there is AC power at R1, assume the rectifier circuit is bad. Check all solder connections on D1-D4. If good, replace D1-D4.

==Status LED problems==

At this point you should at least have a power light on the board. If not, follow the 'Logic Power' troubleshooting steps.

Install a jumper on JP3, plug in the board, and follow the steps in the beginners guide to test each LED.

===NO or only some LEDs light===
Is JP3 installed?
Is RN1 installed correctly? RN1 must be installed so that the dot faces LEFT
Are the LEDs installed correctly? the flat side of the LED should be installed facing the BOTTOM of the board

Unplug the board. Check for continuity between:
GND and Pin 14 of U6
Pin 1 of U6 to +5V Test point
Pin 1 of U6 to top of C3
top of C3 to left side of JP3
right side of JP3 to Pin 1 of RN1
Follow the traces from any LED that doesn't light back to RN1 and check continuity.

If continuity is good and there is +5V at pin 1 of RN1, assume the LED is bad. If after replacing an LED it still doesn't light, assume RN1 is bad.

==Channel problems (jumpered, not via Vixen)==

First, check the most common problems:
Ensure you have a power light on the board, and that you have tested all the status LEDS. If not, follow the Beginners guide until you get to the steps testing each channel.

Ensure F1 and on SS16/24 F2 has not blown.

Are the optocouplers installed correctly? The small white dot on the MOC3023 MUST face RIGHT (the lettering on the chip should be upside down)

Are the Triacs installed correctly? The heat-sink must be aligned with the white line on the board. On SS16 and SS24 boards, the Triacs are in 2 rows and the heat-sinks face each other.

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===A range of channels don't work===

If you have an SS16 board and channels 9-16 are not working, or if you have an SS24 and channels 13-24 are not working, first ensure that you have a power cord hooked up to the RIGHT side of the board and that it is plugged in.

If you have an SS16 or SS24 board, check to see if all the channels are out in each of the following ranges (ensure you have 2 power cords hooked up and plugged in):

1-8 / 9-16 / 17-24 (SS24 only).

====1-8====
If all channels from 1-8 are out (but others are working), be sure you have tested the status LEDs using the beginners guide. Pay particular attention to the connection between pin 14 and GND.

====9-16 / 17-24 (SS24)====
Channels 9-16 are controlled by U7 and 17-24 are controlled by U8.

Unplug the board. Ensure that:
C2 is installed correctly. C2 must be installed so that the stripe (which has a '-' sign in it) faces the TOP of the board.

Check continuity from
Pin 1 of U7/U8 and +5V
Pin 14 of U7/U8 and GND

If either test fails, inspect the solder joints. If the +5 test fails, follow the traces back from Pin 1 and check continuity fixing any problems along the way. Continue with the 'Some Channels Don't Work' section starting with the lowest numbered channel if there are still problems.

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===Some channels don't work===

Determine which channel is not working. Each channel on your board consists of (working backwards): a terminal block, a triac, a resistor, an opto coupler, a resistor, a specific pin on a specific PIC.

For SS8 boards, The triacs are in order from left to right, starting with channel 1. For SS16/SS24 boards, The top row of Triacs controls the ODD numbered channels (1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17*,19*,21*,23*), the bottom row controls the EVEN numbered channels (2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18*,20*,22*,24*) *=SS24 only. Locate the triac that controls the channel that is out.

Above the triacs is a row of resistors. The left most one is for channel 1, and they run in order up to channel 16 or 24

Above that row of resistors are the optopcouplers (6 pin devices), again they start at #1 on the left and run up to 16 or 24.

Above that is another row of resistors. Again, they start with #1 on the left and run up to 16 or 24.

From there, the resistors in groups of 8 go to the PICs. Channels 1-8 are on U6, Channels 9-16 are on U7, and 17-24 are on U8.

<table border="1">
<tr><td align="center" width="80" colspan="3">'''Channel'''</td><td align="center" width="40" rowspan="2">'''Pin'''</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">'''U6'''</td><td align="center">'''U7'''</td><td align="center">'''U8'''</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">1</td><td align="center">9</td><td align="center">17</td><td align="center">3</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">2</td><td align="center">10</td><td align="center">18</td><td align="center">13</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">3</td><td align="center">11</td><td align="center">19</td><td align="center">12</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">4</td><td align="center">12</td><td align="center">20</td><td align="center">11</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">5</td><td align="center">13</td><td align="center">21</td><td align="center">10</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">6</td><td align="center">14</td><td align="center">22</td><td align="center">9</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">7</td><td align="center">15</td><td align="center">23</td><td align="center">8</td></tr>
<tr><td align="center">8</td><td align="center">16</td><td align="center">24</td><td align="center">7</td></tr>
</table>

Is the optocoupler installed backwards? The white dot must face RIGHT (the lettering on the optocoupler will be upside down).

Power off the board and remove the optocoupler, replace it with a known working one. The optocoupler is bad if the channel begins to work.

If not, unplug the board again and check for continuity on the out channel, fixing any problems along the way:

From the + side of the terminal block to PIN 1 of the triac (Pin 1 is on the left when looking at the triac such that you can read the markings)
From the N side of the terminal block to the n side of the input terminal block
From the top fuse holder (SS16: F1 for channels 1-8, F2 for channels 9-16. SS24:F1 for channels 1-12, F2 for channels 13-24), to the middle pin of the triac.
From Pin 3 of the triac to the bottom of that channels resistor above it.
From the top of that resistor to pin 4 of that channels optocoupler
From pin 1 of the optocoupler to the right side of the resistor above it
From pin 2 of the optocoupler to the correct pin of the correct pic (see table above)
From the left side of the resistor to +5V

If the channel is still out, assume the triac is bad and replace it. If the channel still does not work, replace both resistors.

---------------------------

==Zero Cross/Diagnostic PIC Problems==

At this point, with the exception of the Zero Cross and Communications sections your board should be working perfectly. Install a beta diagnostic pic in U6, install a jumper on JP3, and plug the board in. All the diagnostic LEDS should light then go out, followed by each one lighting in sequence (there may be a delay between some LEDs lighting). This will repeat 3 times to be followed by flashing HB and ZC lights.

Ensure that you have performed all the manual tests of the status LEDs. If you have not done so, do it now.

Always unplug the board before removing/installing a PIC

If none of the LEDs light:
Check that JP3 has a jumper on it.
Check that none of the legs of the PIC have bent under or are not seated properly in the socket.
Reprogram the PIC with known good beta diagnostic firmware. Verify the PIC in the burning software and re-install it.
Replace the PIC with another and re-test. The PIC is bad if the new one works.
Check continuity between the top of C3 and Pin 1 of U6.
Ensure that the clock crystal U3 is installed correctly. The square edge of the crystal should be at the TOP LEFT.

---------------------------
===The HB LED stops blinking===
Reprogram the PIC with known good beta diagnostic firmware. Verify the PIC in the burning software and re-install it.

Replace the PIC with another and re-test. The PIC is bad if the new one works.

If HB again stops blinking, check for continuity between:
(clock crystal/pin 2)

The ZC LED doesn't blink/stops blinking:
Is U2 installed correctly? The Dot/Notch MUST face the TOP of the board.

Unplug the board, remove U2, and check for continuity between (fixing any problems found):
*Left side of D1 and Left side of R1
*Left side of D2 and Left side of R2
*Right side of R1 and Pin 1 of U2
*Right side of R2 and Pin 2 of U2
*Pin 5 of U2 and bottom of R9
*Bottom of R9 to Pin 4 of U6
*Pin 4 of U2 and GND

If all checks out, assume U2 is bad and replace it. If the ZC light again stops, assume U6 is bad and replace it.

---------------------------

It is possible to check the other channel banks with a diagnostic pic for SS16 and SS24 boards. Replace U6 with a PIC programmed with production code. Place a beta diagnostic pic into U7. Hook up 8 sets of lights to channels 9-16. Ensure that the board has 2 input power cords and plug them both in. The lights should react the same as the LEDs do for U6: All the lights should come on, then go out, followed by each channel lighting in sequence. This will repeat 3 times, at which time CH2 (HB) and CH6 (ZC) should start flashing.

---------------------------

===RS232/RS485 (communication) problems===

Part Substitutions

2014-09-20T19:22:58Z

Wayne J: /* Diodes, LEDs, Triacs */

==Introduction==

:This page is intended to provide members with a resource to see what parts are interchangeable between the various DIYC boards.

:This page is by no means the “gospel” of what parts can or cannot be interchanged.

==IC Chips==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|SN65LBC176AP ||Differential Bus Transceivers|| SN65LBC176PE4 511-ST485BN 595-SN65176BP||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||PIC Microcontroller||579-PIC16F688-E/P ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|782-H11AA1||Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS
|-
|859-MOC3023||Optoisolator, Triac Driver|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-1-390261-2||IC Socket, 8 pin (for U1 & U2)||575-193308||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|571-1-390261-3||IC Socket, 14 pin (for U3–U5)||575-199314||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|571-1-390261-1||IC Socket, 6 pin (for U8–U31)|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|}

==Voltage Regulators==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" |PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|821-TS7805CZ||5VDC Voltage Regulator||511-L7805CV||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|511-L4940V5||Regulator, LDO, 5V, 1.5A|| ||Renard 64
|-
|511-LF50CVDG||Regulator, LDO, 5V, .5A||511-LF50CV (Basically the same item but with a thinner tab, so care needs to used when installing the heatsink) 511-LF50ABV||Renard SS
|-
|532-574502B00||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator|| ||Renard 16
|-
|532-577102B00||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator|| ||Renard SS
|-
|532-7136DG||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator||532-7139DG||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|}

==Diodes, LEDs, Triacs==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|78-1N5239B||Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W||78-1N5239B-TAP||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|78-1N5229B||Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W||78-1N5229B-TAP 512-1N5229B_T50A||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|604-WP63ID||LED, 5mm Red||Any standard 3mm or 5mm LED will work||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|604-WP1503GD||LED, 5mm Green||Any standard 3mm or 5mm LED will work||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|604-WP7104EC||LED, 3mm Red||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard 16
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||LED, 3mm Red||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard SS
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||LED, 3mm Green||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|859-LTL-403G||LED, Rectangular, Green||859-LTL-403HR - Red 859-LTL-403Y - Yellow ||Renard 64
|-
|625-1N4001-E3||Diode|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|625-1N5817-E3||Schottky Diode (20V, 1A)||625-1N5817-E3/4 511-1N5817 ||Renard 64
|-
|511-1N5817||Schottky Diode (20V, 1A)||625-1N5817-E3/4 625-1N5817-E3 ||Renard SS
|-
|821-DB102G||Bridge Rectifier, 1A 100V||DB103||Renard 24HC Renard 24LV
|-
|511-BTA08-400B||Triac, 8A 400V||511-BTA04-700T Triac, 4A 700V (alternative Triac for use with LED light strands - See "EOL" Note Below)||Renard 16 Renard 24
|-
|511-BTA04-700T||Triac, 4A 700V Update: Now listed as EOL or "End of Life"||BTA06-600TRG||SSRez REN24HC
|-
|511-BTA04-700T
|colspan="2"|This triac (the original preferred triac for the Renard SS controllers) is no longer being manufactured and generally no longer available from parts suppliers. This note is included here to provide information on why this triac was replaced for the Renard SS controllers so users will not be concerned about having these triacs in any existing Renard SS controllers.||Renard SS
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW ||Triac, 6A 600V||511-BTA08-600CW||Renard SS
|}

==Resistors==

:As a general “rule of thumb” for DIYC projects, you can substitute any resistor of equal value that also has a power rating equal to/or greater for any of the following resistors. The material that the resistor is made of (ie: carbon film or metal film) is not a critical factor for DIYC projects.

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center"| NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center"| POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center"| SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|291-120-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-120-RC 660-MF1/4DCT52R1200F||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|291-1K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/4W 5%||271-1K-RC 660-MF1/4DC1001F (Renard 24 ZC resistors)||Renard 24
|-
|299-1K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%||271-1K-RC 660-MF1/4DC1001F (Incoming data circuit resistors only)||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|299-27K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%||271-27K-RC 660-MF1/4DLT52R2702F||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|291-680-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-680-RC||Renard 24 SSRez
|-
|299-680-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|291-180-RC ||Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-180-RC 273-180-RC||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|71-CCF60-15K-E3||Resistor, Metal Film 15K ohms 3/4W 1%|| ||Renard 16
|-
|291-750-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%||660-CFS1/4CT52R751J||Renard SS
|-
|299-750-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64
|-
|299-330-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 330 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64
|-
|266-680||Resistor Network, 10 pin, 680ohms 2%|| ||Renard 16
|-
|264-330||Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%|| ||Renard SS
|-
|652-4608X-1LF-680||Resistor Network, 8 pin, 680ohms, Bussed 2%|| ||Renard 64
|}

==Capacitors==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center"|PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center"|NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center"|POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center"|SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|81-RPEE41H105M4K1E12||Capacitor, Monolithic Radial Lead 50V 1uF|| ||Renard 16
|-
|80-C410C104M5U||Capacitor, Axial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF || ||Renard 16
|-
|581-SA105E104MAR||Capacitor, Axial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF || ||Renard 24
|-
|140-HTRL25V10-RC||Capacitor, Electrolytic 25V 10uF 105°C|| ||Renard 24
|-
|140-XRL25V1.0-RC||Capacitor, Electrolytic 25V 1uF 85°C|| ||Renard 24
|-
|667-ECA-1CM682||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 6800uF 85°C||140-REA682M1CBK1632P 140-XRL16V6800-RC (EOL)||Renard 64
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 47uF 85°C||647-UVR1C470MDD1TD 647-UVR1C470MDD1TA ||Renard SS
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 2200uF 85°C||647-UVR1C222MHD1TO 871-B41827A4228M000 ||Renard SS
|-
|80-C322C104K5R||Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF|| ||Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|667-ECA-1CM470||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 47uF 85°C||75-515D476M016JA6AE3 ||Renard 64
|}

==Other==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|838-3FD-320||Transformer, Dual Primary/Secondary||838-3FD-316||Renard 24
|-
|838-3FS-312||Transformer, Single Primary/Dual Secondary|| ||Renard SS
|-
|520-TCF1843-X||Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz (full size)||ACO-18.432MHZ-EK||Renard 24
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz (half size)||520-TCH1843-X ||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|538-22-03-2021||Header, 2-Pin PCB
|rowspan="2"|538-22-28-4360 Header, 36 Pin Breakaway (used to make smaller headers)||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|538-22-03-2031||Header, 3-Pin PCB||Renard 24
|-
|737-MSB-G||Shunt||571-3828115 737-MSA-G||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|504-GMA-10||Fuse, Fast Acting 10A 125VAC|| ||Renard SS
|-
|504-GMA-15||Fuse, Fast Acting 15A 125VAC|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24
|-
|504-1A3399-10||Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm|| ||Renard 16
|-
|534-3517||Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm|| ||Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|534-3527C||Cover, Fuse Clip|| || Renard SS
|-
|571-5556416-1||Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry|| 571-55202594 538-95503-2881||Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-5520251-4||Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Side Entry|| ||Renard 16 Renard 64 SSRez
|-
|636-182-009-213R531||Connector, D-Sub Female, Rt Angle PCB mount, DE9`|| ||Renard 64
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||Connector, D-Sub Female, Rt Angle PCB mount, DE9`||152-3409||Renard SS
|-
|538-39890-0302||Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.0 mm|| ||Renard 16
|-
|571-2828372||Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm|| ||Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-7969492||Terminal Block, 2 Pos (Input Power)||158-P02EHK508V2-E||Renard SS
|-
|571-7969494||Terminal Block, 4 Pos (Input Power)|| ||Renard 24
|-
|571-2828376||Terminal, 6 Pos||Three of 571-7969492||Renard 24 Opt#1
|-
|651-1725041||Terminal, Dbl Stack 4 Pos|| ||Renard 24 Opt#1
|-
|534-1287||Terminal, Spade|| ||Renard 24 Opt#2
|-
|534-4902||Male Sturdi-mount Terminal|| ||Renard 64
|-
|159-2215||Vinyl Insulated Couplers (Female)|| ||Renard 64

|}

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Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2014-07-20T16:38:30Z

Wayne J: /* Attn */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1528
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179PE4</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-390261-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-390261-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=305b838291 here]. On 6/1/13 the price for a single BOM was $16.40 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' (flashing) when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/dynamics/showentry.php?e=222&catid=6 here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be blinking) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}
.

.

.

===Configuring the Settings via the PX1 Setup Application===

DIYC member "bolwire" created a small application which assists in setting up a PX1 pixel controller. This takes the place of using a vixen sequence to configure the PX1, as outlined above.

The information entered into the app, should be as directed above. The only difference is that you do not need to enter the MSB bit, this is determined by the application.

After entering your setup details, simply connect your PX1 and click *Write Data*, you will get a confirmation if the data was sent successfully, but as before, the LEDs on the PX1 should behave as according to the wiki as and indication as to the data being accepted and saved.

[[File:RenPX1_Setup.jpg]]

'''Download the application [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/6f/RenPX1Setup.zip here]'''

The initial thread is [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32557-Ren-PX1-Setup-application here].

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2014-07-20T16:31:00Z

Wayne J: /* Mouser */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1528
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179PE4</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-390261-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-390261-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>4</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=305b838291 here]. On 6/1/13 the price for a single BOM was $16.40 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/dynamics/showentry.php?e=222&catid=6 here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be blinking) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}
.

.

.

===Configuring the Settings via the PX1 Setup Application===

DIYC member "bolwire" created a small application which assists in setting up a PX1 pixel controller. This takes the place of using a vixen sequence to configure the PX1, as outlined above.

The information entered into the app, should be as directed above. The only difference is that you do not need to enter the MSB bit, this is determined by the application.

After entering your setup details, simply connect your PX1 and click *Write Data*, you will get a confirmation if the data was sent successfully, but as before, the LEDs on the PX1 should behave as according to the wiki as and indication as to the data being accepted and saved.

[[File:RenPX1_Setup.jpg]]

'''Download the application [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/6f/RenPX1Setup.zip here]'''

The initial thread is [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32557-Ren-PX1-Setup-application here].

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2014-07-12T17:22:02Z

Wayne J: /* Firmware */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1528
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179PE4</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-390261-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-390261-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>7</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=305b838291 here]. On 6/1/13 the price for a single BOM was $16.40 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/dynamics/showentry.php?e=222&catid=6 here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be lit) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}
.

.

.
===Configuring the Settings via the PX1 Setup Application===

DIYC member "bolwire" created a small application which assists in setting up a PX1 pixel controller. This takes the place of using a vixen sequence to configure the PX1, as outlined above.

The information entered into the app, should be as directed above. The only difference is that you do not need to enter the MSB bit, this is determined by the application.

After entering your setup details, simply connect your PX1 and click *Write Data*, you will get a confirmation if the data was sent successfully, but as before, the LEDs on the PX1 should behave as according to the wiki as and indication as to the data being accepted and saved.

[[File:RenPX1_Setup.jpg]]

'''Download the application [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/6f/RenPX1Setup.zip here]'''

The initial thread is [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?32557-Ren-PX1-Setup-application here].

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

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Wayne J: /* Renard Protocol (RS232 or RS485)to SPI (Pixel Communication) */

=Intro=
There are many different types of controllers used for RGB lighting effects. The most common fall into two different categories:
*Pixel Controllers
*Dumb RGB Controllers. 

The different controllers also can be broken into categories based on the type of data communications protocols used to speak to them from the sequencing computer. The main categories of communications protocols are:
* [[Renard]] (using either RS232-serial or RS485)
* [[E1.31_(Streaming-ACN)_Protocol|E1.31]] (DMX over Ethernet)
* [[DMX]] A traditional stage lighting protocol
* Programs stored on SD memory cards
* Lightorama LOR compatable gear

When choosing a Pixel controller it is important that you confirm that your selection is compatible with you system design. Critical properties to consider include are:
* Communications Protocol (E1.31, Renard, DMX, LOR, Etc.)
* [[Choosing_a_Pixel_Voltage:_5V_vs_12V|Pixel Voltage]] (5VDC vs 12VDC)
* [[Different_Styles_of_Pixels|Pixel Type]] (WS2801, WS2811, GECE, LOR, Etc.)
* Number of Pixels to be Controlled
* Number of Connectors and Number of Strings that can be Physically Connected
* Advanced Features
** Grouping (ability to treat multiple Pixels as one)
** RGB Ordering (ability to correct the physical RGB order to match the software sequence order)
** ZigZag (Ability to treat physical strings as multiple logical strings)
** Reverse order (ability to reorder the channels on a string so the most distant one is the first channel)
** Etc.

Generally you also need to add an [[Enclosures|Enclosure]] to the Pixel Controller to protect it from the weather. You will also need a [[Power Supplies|Power Supply]] to power the Pixel Controller and Pixels. There are several ways to connect the [[Power_Injection|Power wiring]] and there are also several types of [[Pixel Connectors]] that can be used to simplify the wiring.

=Disclaimers=
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION AND IS NOT COMPLETE!!''' 

These are selected Pixel Controllers and other devices from the various vendors with a mix of properties. Visit their sites for the latest information and to see their entire product catalog.

'''PLEASE CONFIRM ALL DETAILS WITH VENDOR BEFORE ORDERING!! ALL OF THIS DATA IS SUBJECT TO CONSTANT CHANGE AND MAY BE WRONG!!!'''

Pricing is in US $. Pricing is as of 1-29-13.

'''PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES!'''

Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor.

=PIXEL CONTROLLERS=
=='''Renard Protocol (RS232 or RS485)to SPI (Pixel Communication)'''==
'''[[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller|Renard PX1 Pixel Controller]]'''

The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

=='''E1.31 (Ethernet) to SPI (Pixel Communications)'''==
These interfaces accept an [[E1.31_(Streaming-ACN)_Protocol|E1.31 (Ethernet)]] input and typically drive one or more pixel strings.

===[http://www.sandevices.com SanDevices]===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?4668-jstjohnz jstjohnz])

[http://sandevices.com/documents/E68x_Controller_Pixel_Config.pdf E68x Configuration Guide]

[http://www.sandevices.com/downloads.html Firmware Updates]

[[E68X-to-DMX#Converter_Configuration]]

Default IP Address: 192.168.1.206

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Model || Max Pixels || DMX Universes || Pixels Supported || Output Connectors || Max Channels || DMX Universes per Output || Image || Link || Price || Manual || Note
|-
| E6804-4 || 2040 || 7Multicast / 12Unicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 4 Fused (1x4 Electrical, 4x1 Logical) || 6120 || Up to 12 || || [http://sandevices.com/E6804Info.html link] || Assembled/Tested: $99, Full Kit: Price $69 [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26225-E6804-4-port-pixel-controller Presale]|| [http://sandevices.com/documents/SanDevices_E6804_Pixel_Controller_Operating_Manual.pdf Owner's] [http://sandevices.com/documents/SanDevices_E6804_Assembly_Manual.pdf Assembly] || Size is 2.5" x 4", mounting holes on 2"x3" centers, compatible with CG series enclosures. [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?25504-New-Pixel-Controller&p=258848#post258848 Announcement ]
|-
| PS-1 || 1020 || 6Multicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 3060 || Up to 6 || || [http://sandevices.com/PixelSystem1.html link] || Turnkey System: $399 || [http://sandevices.com/documents/PS1_Users_Guide.pdf Owner's ] || Assembled E682 with power supply in an Enclosure
|-
| E682-12 || 2040 || 6Multicast / 12Unicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 6120 || Up to 12 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E681info.html link] || Assembled/Tested: $180, Full Kit: Price $109 || [http://sandevices.com/documents/E682_Operating_Manual.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/E682_Assembly_Instructions.pdf Assembly ] ||To be released shortly
|-
| E682-6 || 1020 || 6Multicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 3060 || Up to 6 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E681info.html link] || Assembled/Tested: $180, Full Kit: Price $109 || [http://sandevices.com/documents/E682_Operating_Manual.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/E682_Assembly_Instructions.pdf Assembly ] || Original E682, Before Firmware Upgrade
|-
| E681-12 || 2040 || 6Multicast / 12Unicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 6120 || Up to 12 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E681info.html link] || No Longer Available || [http://sandevices.com/documents/E681_opman.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/E681_Assembly_Instructions.pdf Assembly ] || Firmware To be released shortly, requires [http://www.sandevices.com/UPG1.html UP1 upgrade]
|-
| E681-6 || 1020 || 6Multicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 3060 || Up to 6 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E681info.html link] || No Longer Available || [http://sandevices.com/documents/E681_opman.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/E681_Assembly_Instructions.pdf Assembly ] || Original E681, with Firmware Upgrade and [http://www.sandevices.com/UPG1.html UP1 upgrade]
|-
| E681-4 || 680 || 4Multicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 2040 || Up to 4 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E681info.html link] || No Longer Available || [http://sandevices.com/documents/E681_opman.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/E681_Assembly_Instructions.pdf Assembly ] || Original E681, without Firmware Upgrade and without [http://www.sandevices.com/UPG1.html UP1 upgrade]
|-
| E680-12 || 2040 || 6Multicast / 12Unicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 6120 || Up to 12 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E680Info.html link] || Partial Kit: $19 (PC Board + EEPROM) needs additional parts to function || [http://sandevices.com/documents/e680_opman.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/e680_assemman.pdf Assembly ] ||To be released shortly, requires [http://www.sandevices.com/UPG1.html UP1 upgrade]
|-
| E680-6 || 1020 || 6Multicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 3060 || Up to 6 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E680Info.html link] || Partial Kit: $19 (PC Board + EEPROM) needs additional parts to function || [http://sandevices.com/documents/e680_opman.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/e680_assemman.pdf Assembly ] || Original E680, with Firmware Upgrade and [http://www.sandevices.com/UPG1.html UP1 upgrade]
|-
| E680-4 || 680 || 4Multicast || GECE, Native DMX, TM1804, 1903, WS2801, WS2811, TLS3001, CYT3005, LPD6803(+8bit), 8806, 9813, and others|| 16 Fused (2x8 Electrical, 4x4 Logical) || 2040 || Up to 4 || || [http://www.sandevices.com/E680Info.html link] || Partial Kit: $19 (PC Board + EEPROM) needs additional parts to function || [http://sandevices.com/documents/e680_opman.pdf Owner's ] [http://sandevices.com/documents/e680_assemman.pdf Assembly ] || Original E680, without Firmware Upgrade and without [http://www.sandevices.com/UPG1.html UP1 upgrade]
|}

===[http://www.j1sys.com/ Joshua 1 Systems (J1SYS)]===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?5441-j1sys j1sys])

[http://www.j1sys.com/assets/ecg-px-v2.0a.swf Tutorial Video]

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zJtKlOtI4Y Setup Video]

[http://auschristmaslighting.com/forums/index.php/topic,2232.0.html Unofficial Users Manual]

Default IP Address: 10.10.10.10

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Model || Max Pixels || DMX Universes || Pixels Supported || Output Connectors || Max Channels || DMX Universes per Output || Image || Link || Price || Manual || Note
|-
| ECG-P12R || 2040 || 12Unicast || LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001 || 12 Fused (2x6 Electrical, 3x4 Logical) || 6120 || 1 || || [http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-p12r/ link] || Assembled Board: $175 || [http://www.j1sys.com/assets/PIXAD8-Guide-v0.1.pdf Owner's ] [http://www.j1sys.com/assets/p12r-notes.pdf Notes ] ||
|-
| ECG-PIXAD8 || 1360 || 8Unicast || LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001|| 8 Fused (2x4 Electrical, 2x4 Logical) || 4080 || 1 || || [http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-pixad8/ link] || Assembled Board: $155 || [http://www.j1sys.com/assets/PIXAD8-Guide-v0.1.pdf Owner's ] ||
|-
| ECG-P2 || 1360 || 8Unicast || LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001|| 2 Unfused (2x1 Electrical, 2x1 Logical) || 4080 || 4 || || [http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-p2/ link] || Assembled Board: $68, Assembled Board w/case: $77 || [http://www.j1sys.com/assets/PIXAD8-Guide-v0.1.pdf Owner's ] ||
|}

===[http://stellascapes.com Stellascapes] ===
(New Zealand Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?491-mrpackethead mrpackethead])

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Model || Max Pixels || DMX Universes || Pixels Supported || Output Connectors || Max Channels || DMX Universes per Output || Image || Link || Price || Manual || Note
|-
| E16-II Green || 672 || 6Unicast || Stella-green || 16 Fused (? Electrical, ? Logical) || 2016 || ? || || [http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62 link] || Assembled Board: $1296 || ||16 Character LCD Display for diagnostics and identification information.
|-
| E16-II Commercial || 672 || 6Unicast || Stella-black || 16 Fused (? Electrical, ? Logical) || 2016 || ? || || [http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62 link] || Assembled Board: $1995 || ||With power supply and 16 400mm "tails" with waterproof screw up connectors
|-
| E16-II Pro|| 672 || 6Unicast || Stella-black || 16 Fused (? Electrical, ? Logical) || 2016 || ? || || [http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62 link] || Assembled Board: $?? || ||With power supply and Neutrik XLR, power and ethernet chasis connectors
|-
| E2|| 170 || 1Unicast || Stella-black || 2 ? || 512 || ? || || [http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62 link] || Assembled Board: $?? || ||With power supply,operates on low voltage DC (12-48V)
|}

=='''DMX512 to SPI'''==
These interfaces accept a DMX input and typically drive one or more pixel strings.
===[http://www.j1sys.com/ Joshua 1 Systems (J1SYS)]===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?5441-j1sys j1sys])

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Model || Max Pixels || DMX Universes || Pixels Supported || Output Connectors || Max Channels || DMX Universes per Output || Image || Link || Price || Manual || Note
|-
| DCG-P2 || 170/680* || 1DMX/*4HyperDMX|| LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001 || 2 Unfused (1x2 Electrical, 1x2 Logical) || 512DMX/*2048HyperDMX || 1 || || [http://www.j1sys.com link] || Assembled Board: $53 || ||2 Pixel Outputs share 1 DMX or 4 HyperDmx input channels
|-
| uDCG-P2 || 170/680* || 1DMX/*4HyperDMX|| LPD6803, WS2801, WS2811, TM180x, TLS3001 || 2 Unfused (1x2 Electrical, 1x2 Logical) || 512DMX/*2048HyperDMX || 1 || || [http://www.j1sys.com link] || Assembled Board: $42, Assembled Board w/Case: $48 || ||2 Pixel Outputs share 1 DMX or 4 HyperDmx input channels
|}

===[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] ===
(China Based)

*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Mini-protocol-Decoder-DMX-to-WS2801-512-dmx-address-decoded/701799_440556828.html Mini protocol Decoder;DMX to WS2801,512 dmx address decoded] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/f/f5/Onumen_Manual.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/DD-100-series-mini-DMX-protocol-decoder-support-WS2801-protocol-control-signal/701799_340705630.html DD-100 series mini DMX protocol decoder;support WS2801 protocol control signal] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/f/f5/Onumen_Manual.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/LT-DMX-1809-WS2811-DMX-Decoder-support-WS2811-TM1804-TM1809-TM1812-driving-IC-DC5V-24V-input/701799_583679340.html LT-DMX-1809(WS2811) DMX Decoder;support WS2811,TM1804,TM1809,TM1812 driving IC;DC5V-24V input] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/a/ad/LT-1809_DMX512_DECODER.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/LT-DMX-2801-DMX-SPI-Decoder-support-WS2801-WS2803-drving-IC/701799_509914025.html LT-DMX-2801 DMX-SPI Decoder;support WS2801,WS2803 drving IC] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/6/67/LT-2801_DMX512_DECODER.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/LT-DMX-3001-DMX-SPI-Decoder-support-TLS3001-TLS3002-driving-IC/701799_509913931.html LT-DMX-3001 DMX-SPI Decoder;support TLS3001, TLS3002 driving IC] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/f/f0/LT-3001_DMX512_DECODER.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/LT-6803-DMX-Decoder-DC5-24V-input-LPD6803-specific-protocol-output-signal-Max256-steps/701799_314083682.html LT-6803 DMX Decoder;DC5-24V input;LPD6803 specific protocol output signal;Max256 steps] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/3/3d/LT-6803_DMX512_DECODER.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/LT-DMX-9813-DMX-SPI-Decoder-support-P9813-drving-IC/701799_509914126.html LT-DMX-9813 DMX-SPI Decoder;support P9813 drving IC] [[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/3/3d/LT-6803_DMX512_DECODER.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/DD-1000-series-DMX-protocol-decoder-support-WS2801-IC-can-decodering-512-address/701799_340702410.html DD-1000 series DMX protocol decoder;support WS2801 IC;can decodering 512 address] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/f/f5/Onumen_Manual.pdf Manual]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/DD-1000-series-DMX-protocol-decoder-support-LPD6803IC-signal-can-decodering-512-address/701799_340702107.html DD-1000 series DMX protocol decoder;support LPD6803IC signal;can decodering 512 address] [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/images/f/f5/Onumen_Manual.pdf Manual]

===[http://www.holidaycoro.com HolidayCoro] ===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?3828-dmoore dmoore])
*[http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/611.htm RS-485 DMX to SPI Pixel Decoder / Controller for 2811/2801/6803/1804/3001 5v and 12v Pixels]

===[http://diybllc.com/ DIYB] ===
(USA based) Run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?8235-charleskerr charleskerr]
*[http://diybllc.com/LED-Pixel-String-Controller-5-volt-DIYB-LCPC-01.htm DMX to SPI Pixel Controller]

===[http://www.electron-design.ru/ Electron Design] ===
(Israel based)
*[http://www.ebay.com/itm/321131195346 Combination Dumb RGB and DMX to SPI Pixel Decoder / Controller]

===[https://www.audiovisualdevices.com.au/ AVD]===
(Australia Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?4449-David_AVD David_AVD])
* [https://www.audiovisualdevices.com.au/viewprod.php?catid=&productid=APC718 Audio Visual Devices APC718] Single SPI (2801 / 6803) output
[http://auschristmaslighting.com/wiki/APC718 ACL Wiki ]

[http://auschristmaslighting.com/forums/index.php/topic,1243.0.html ACL Thread]

===[http://auschristmaslighting.com/ ACL]===
* [http://forums.auschristmaslighting.com/index.php/board,34.0.html TP3244 Pixel Driver] 4 SPI (2801 / 6803) outputs

The Tiger Protocol Bridge (TigerPB) TP3212 is a small controller for use with RGB LED lights and LED strips that utilise driver chips like the 6803/2801/3005. These are the currently targeted protocols and it is possible that other 2-wire and single wire protocols could be supported with firmware upgrades. This will provide future proofing of your controller.

The initial release will accept a standard DMX512A data stream and provide control for 170 RGB Pixels (510ch). There will be dual buffered outputs that will allow you to split the 170 pixels into say 100/70 and run them in different directions and yet control them as a single 170 pixel string.
Each dual buffered output will also allow for the parallel connection of the same number of pixels allowing for two strings to be used with the same patterns. If these are run in opposite directions they would provide for mirrored effects.
Each of the Dual outputs will be able to drive different protocols if required.

If ran with ECG product line from http://www.j1sys.com you can use hyper-DMX and this controller can be expanded to running 4 Universe's off each controller.

More info to Follow and at this point '''this controller is no longer sold'''. It has been talked about coming back out. As the information comes in it will be updated. If you can get one used, they are still very nice units and work well.

More info at http://auschristmaslighting.com/forums/index.php/board,34.0.html

===Onumen===
* [http://auschristmaslighting.com/wiki/Controllers#Onumen Onumen Controllers] (note that the start address of the DPP controllers cannot be fixed)

===[http://shop.martinxmas.com/ RPM]===
(USA Based run by DIYC member [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?1269-RPM RPM])
* [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?15286-DMX-to-WS2801-Pixel-Bridge RPM Pixel Bridge]

===[http://stellascapes.com Stellascapes] ===
(New Zealand Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?491-mrpackethead mrpackethead])
*T3: DMX512 - SPI Bridge
The T3 controller provides a bridge between DMX512 and 4 strings of RGB pixels.

More details at http://www.stellascapes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=55&Itemid=62

=='''SD Memory Card to SPI''' ==
===[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] ===
(China Based)

*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/SD-LED-pixel-light-controller-support2-3-4wire/701799_404060519.html SD LED pixel light controller;support2,3,4wire]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/led-controller-for-WS2801-IC-dream-color-led-flexible-strip/701799_331817904.html led controller for WS2801 IC dream color led flexible strip]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/SD-card-DMX-compatible-intelligence-controller-for-pixel-RGB-module-support-CYT3005-IC-512-output-gray/701799_320682984.html SD card-DMX compatible-intelligence controller for pixel RGB module,support CYT3005 IC.512 output gray scale;Max2048 pixels]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-100K-B-SD-card-led-pixel-controller-AC85-265V-input/701799_533617766.html T-100K-B SD card led pixel controller;AC85-265V input]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-200K-led-pixel-controller-can-be-controlled-via-PC-suppor-many-kinds-of-IC/701799_497637885.html T-200K online led pixel controller,can be controlled via PC;suppor many kinds of IC;8ports*512pixels=4096pixels]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-300K-SD-card-led-pixel-controller-AC85-265V-input-can-control-more-than-6000pixels-via/701799_570149882.html T-300K;SD card led pixel controller;AC85-265V input;can control more than 6000pixels via PC,8 ports output]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-1000A-LED-sd-card-pixel-controller-DC5-24V-input/701799_683082725.html T-1000A,LED sd card pixel controller,DC5-24V input]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-1000B-led-pixel-controller-support-WS2801-LPD6803-WS2811-TM1804-TM1809-LPD8806-Etc-max-2048pixels-controlled/701799_715270878.html T-1000B,led pixel controller,support WS2801,LPD6803,WS2811,TM1804,TM1809,LPD8806.Etc;max 2048pixels controlled]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-1000S-SD-card-led-pixel-controller-2012-new-version/701799_533601713.html T-1000S SD card led pixel controller,2012 new version]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-1000Stand-SD-card-led-pixel-controller-2012-new-version-AC110V-220V-input/701799_533604220.html T-1000Stand SD card led pixel controller,2012 new version;AC110V/220V input]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-4000-LED-SD-card-led-pixel-controller-can-max-control-4096-pixels/701799_533608089.html T-4000 LED SD card led pixel controller;can max control 4096 pixels]
*[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/T-8000C-SD-card-led-pixel-controller-AC85-265V-input/701799_533612960.html T-8000C SD card led pixel controller;AC85-265V input]

=='''Light-O-Rama (LOR) to SPI''' ==

===[http://www.http://www.lightorama.com Light-O-Rama (LOR)]===
(USA Based)
*[http://store.lightorama.com/cc100pisetwi.html Cosmic Color Pixels]
*[http://store.lightorama.com/cc100busetwi.html Cosmic Color Bulbs]
*[http://store.lightorama.com/cocori.html Cosmic Color Strip]

=PIXEL Extenders=
===[http://www.j1sys.com/ Joshua 1 Systems (J1SYS)]===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?5441-j1sys j1sys])

*ECG-PPX
ECG-PPX is a combination of small adapter boards that can be used in conjunction with our pixel oriented products (PIXAD8, P12R, etc.) to extend the pixel signals over much longer distances. They should also work with most other brands of pixel drivers. The ECG-PPX system also will distribute a modest power envelope over the same cable for optionally powering the pixels without the need for local power supplies at the pixel strings.
More details at http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-ppx/
*ECG-PPD-A – Powered Pixel Driver - 7VDC – 12VDC input range
*ECG-PPD-B – Powered Pixel Driver - 7VDC – 40VDC input range
*ECG-PPD-C – 4 Channel Powered Pixel Driver - 7VDC – 40VDC input range on Channel 1
*ECG-PPR-A – Multi-Mode Powered Pixel Receiver
*ECG-PPI-A – Powered Pixel Injector - 7VDC-40VDC Input, 5VDC 1.5A output

=E1.31 Bridges and DMX Dongles=
=='''E1.31 (Ethernet) to DMX or Renard Output'''==
===[http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS]===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?2860-tjetzer tjetzer])

*[http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 6 Port E1.31 Bridge]

===[http://www.j1sys.com/ Joshua 1 Systems (J1SYS)]===
(USA Based run by DIYC user [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?5441-j1sys j1sys])

*ECG-D8 (Under development)
*[http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-dr4/ ECG-DR4]
*[http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-d4/ ECG-D4]
*[http://www.j1sys.com/ecg-d2/ ECG-D2]

===[http://shop.martinxmas.com/ RPM]===
(USA Based run by DIYC member [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?1269-RPM RPM])

*[http://shop.martinxmas.com/product.php?id_product=43 E1.31 to DMX Bridge]

[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?15873-E1-31-(sACN)-to-DMX-Bridge Discussion Thread]

=='''USB to DMX512 Output'''==
USB DMX dongles are commonly used in conjunction with PC software to output a single universe (512 channels) of DMX.

* [https://www.audiovisualdevices.com.au/viewprod.php?catid=&productid=USB485RJ-ISO Audio Visual Devices] or http://auschristmaslighting.com/wiki/index.php/USB485RJ-ISO
* [http://www.enttec.com/index.php?main_menu=Products&pn=70303&show=description Enttec Open DMX USB]
* [http://www.enttec.com/index.php?main_menu=Products&prod=70304&show=description Enttec DMX USB Pro]
* [http://shop.martinxmas.com/product.php?id_product=10 RPM DIY USB to DMX Adaptor]
* [http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enttec-Pro-Compatible-DMX-Dongle-p/53.htm HolidayCoro ActiDongle - Active DMX Dongle (Enttec Pro Compatible)]
*[http://diylightanimation.com/wiki/index.php?title=Equipment#DMX_Devices RJ's LYNX DMX DONGLE]

FTDI drivers for dongles:
* [http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm FTDI VCP Drivers]
* [http://www.ftdichip.com/Documents/InstallGuides.htm Install Guides for FTDI Drivers]
* [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?17739-FTDI-USB-gt-Serial Updating a FTDI dongle's EEPROM]
* [[USB2DMX|USB2DMX (which also goes by the name Yet Another DMX Adapter, or YADA)]]

=Dumb RGB DC Controllers Feature Comparisons=
{| class="wikitable"
|+ DC Controller Comparison Table
! Manufacturer
! Model
! Pre-built
! DC Voltage
! Channels
! Channel Current
! Total Current
! Protocol(s)
! Total Price
! Per Ch Price
|-
| [http://www.lightorama.com/ Light-O-Rama]
| [http://store.lightorama.com/cmdedcca.html CMB16D]
| Yes
| 5V - 60V
| 16
| 4A
| 20A per 8 Ch
| LOR, DMX
| $119.95
| $7.49
|-
| [http://www.lightorama.com/ Light-O-Rama]
| [http://store.lightorama.com/cmdedcca2.html CMB16D-QC]
| Yes
| 5V - 60V
| 16
| 4A
| 20A per 8 Ch
| LOR, DMX
| $99.95
| $6.24
|-
| [http://www.tigerdmx.com TigerDMX]
| [[TigerDMX48]]
| Yes
| 9V - 55V
| 48
| 2.5A
| 30A per 24 Ch
| DMX
| $145.00
| $3.02
|-
| [http://www.tigerdmx.com TigerDMX]
| [http://www.tigerdmx.com/tigerdmx120lc.php TigerDMX120LC]
| Yes
| 12V - 36V
| 120
| 100mA
|
| DMX
| $125.00
| $1.04
|-
| [http://www.audiovisualdevices.com.au AVD]
| [[DC48]]
| Yes
| 12V - 36V
| 48
| 2A
| 20A per 24 Ch
| DMX
| $199.00
| $4.15
|-
| [http://www.audiovisualdevices.com.au AVD]
| [[DC24]]
| Yes
| 12V - 36V
| 24
| 2A
| 15A per 12 Ch
| DMX
| $129.00
| $5.38
|-
| [http://www.cngdjs.com Audiolight Intl]
| HD-714 [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/37.htm] [http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/701799/209915969-378113147/Easy-DMX-LED-controller-dmx-decoder-driver.html]
| Yes
| 12V - 24V
| 3
| 2A
| 6A
| DMX
| $8.95
| $2.98
|-
| [http://www.cngdjs.com Audiolight Intl]
| HD-712 [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/24.htm] [http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/701799/209915969-378111925/Easy-DMX-LED-controller-dmx-decoder-driver.html]
| Yes
| 12V - 24V
| 27
| 1A
| 15A
| DMX
| $44.21
| $1.64
|-
| [http://www.leynew.com Leynew]
| LN-DMXMODEL-3CH-LV12 [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/26.htm Bare Leads] [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/30.htm CAT5 Input] [http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/701799/209915969-307297826/DMX-512-Module-decoder.html]
| Yes
| 12V
| 3
| 2A
| 6A
| DMX
| $7.49
| $2.49
|-
| [http://http://www.euchips.com/en/ EUChips]
| [http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/701799/209915969-410843238/DMX512-Decoder-DC12-24V-input-max-3A-each-channel-output.html PX24506]
| Yes
| 12V - 24V
| 3
| 3A
| 9A
| DMX
| $22.32
| $7.44
|-
| [http://www.xmasinmelb.com/zencart/ wjohn]
| [[DMX3]]
| No
| 9-35vdc
| 3
| 2A per Chn
| up to 6A
| DMX
| $9.00
| $3.00
|-
| [http://www.xmasinmelb.com/zencart/ wjohn]
| [[DMX16DCSSR]]
| No
| 12-24vdc
| 16
| 2A per Chn
| up to 10A
| DMX
| $48.00
| $3.00
|-
| [http://www.xmasinmelb.com/zencart/ wjohn]
| [[REN64]]
| No
| 9-35vdc
| 64
| 2A per Chn
| up to 7A per SSR
| RS232/485, DMX
| $67.50
| $1.05
|-
| [http://www.christmasinshirley.com/wiki/index.php?title=Renard_Main_Page Renard]
| [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=Ren48LSDv3c Ren48LSD]
| No
| 5,9-24vdc
| 48
| 400mA
| 9.6A x 2
| RS232/485, DMX
| $44.66
| $0.93
|}

[http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/DM-103-3-channel-RGB-dmx-constant-voltage-decoder-DC12-24V-input-max-2A-3channel-output/701799_868042910.html DM103 Ray Wu DMX to 3 Channel]

=Related Links=
[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Choosing a Pixel Voltage: 5V vs 12V]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]] 
[[Null Pixels]] 
[[E1.31_(Streaming-ACN)_Protocol|E1.31 Network Setup and Configuration]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Vixen How-To's

2013-12-24T01:28:37Z

Wayne J: /* How-To Videos */

==How-To Videos==
The purpose of this multi-part video tutorial, by xmus, is to help folks find, install, and use Vixen.

Step 1 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7XsqgJS-S8&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Downloading Vixen and .NET Framework]

Step 2 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kbxVwOQ0kg&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Installing Vixen and .NET Framework]

Step 3 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8RwtPuPi84&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Setup Vixen for first use]

Step 4 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4K2YMqGBvo&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Creating a basic Renard profile in Vixen]

Step 5 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yV2H8bOFD4&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Selecting a picture for adjustable preview]

Step 6 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgDDmt2tdxA&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Configuring adjustable preview]

Step 7 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWHRHqCcrrE&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Creating a sequence]

Step 8 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IK17Q7tZWIo&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Assigning names and colors to channels]

Step 9 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxoHh3w-Zbk&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Creating a beat track]

Step 10 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRKKlYmqNeo&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Basic sequencing]

Step 11 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coh9_lUEowA&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Ramps and fades]

Step 12 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C18wG0JUWJI&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Mirror feature]

Step 13 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMNnSus29iw&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Shimmer, Sparkle and Random]

Step 14 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SK2QcVNTd8&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 On, Off and Intensity]

Step 15 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_95bx4Mlyn8&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Chase]

Step 16 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hukbhXYJ4N0&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Wrap-up and Demo of Adjustable Preview]

Step 17 – [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlFAZxbKz1Q&list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Changing channel order in Vixen]

All Videos - [http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaAXWtzVSsm7kkJVcjcLzVUAN5lM9ddy7 Playlist]

== Vixen Basics ==

The bare minimum things you need to know to get your show up and running.

*How to sequence a song: To be constructed
*[[How to make a Program in Vixen | How to make a Program]] How to create a program from existing sequences.
*[[How to make a Schedule in Vixen | How to make a Schedule]] This explains how to schedule when your sequences and programs will play.

== Intermediate Skills ==

These skills can provide nice touches to your Vixen experience.

*[[Adding A Background Picture to the Adjustable Preview Plugin]]
*[[Setting up remote control from a web page]]

== Advanced Skills ==

These skills can make Vixen do things that you wouldn't believe were possible.

==Troubleshooting How-To's==

Did something go wrong? See the [[Vixen Troubleshooting]] page for common problems and steps to fix them.

==Quick Tips==

'''How-To: ''Change the relative intensity of multiple cells at once'''''

With the following shortcuts the user can increase/decrease the relative intensity of multiple cells.

''Ctrl-Up'' / ''Ctrl-Down'' = up / down @ 5% increments (configurable via preferences)

''Ctrl-Alt-Up'' / ''Ctrl-Alt-Down'' = up / down @ 1% increments

'''Example:'''

Two cells are selected one is at 10% the other at 100%. With these shortcuts you can decrease their values by 5% making their new intensities 5% and 95% respectively.

'''Shortcut Keys List'''

A complete list of all shortcuts that can be used for files, editing, effects and playback can be found on the [[Vixen Shortcut Keys]] page.

[[Category:Vixen]]
[[Category:How To]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Renard PX1 Pixel Controller

2013-12-12T17:43:36Z

Wayne J: /* General */

[[File:PX1.jpg|400px]]
==General==
The Renard PX1 was designed by [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/member.php?9-P-Short Phil Short] as an inexpensive Pixel controller designed to work with standard Renard systems. It can be daisy chained with other Renard controllers. The PX1 provides a low cost solution that allows a user to add pixels to an existing display setup using just a simple Renard setup.

The design consists of a controller board with a [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/41440C.pdf PIC16F1825]PIC microcotroller that connects via a simple RS485 connection protocol like all Renard controllers. The PX1 Controller is capable of driving up to 200 pixels per controller (with power injection after 50 pixels) or 50 pixels directly. It supports both 12VDC and 5VDC pixels. The PX1 Controller is designed to support pixels that use the WS2811 and WS2801 IC.

The PX1 is available to purchase anytime. Purchase info is available [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?28363-Renard-PX1-Pixel-Controller-is-now-available-(current-12-2-13) HERE]

==Disclaimers==
The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]] 
'''THIS BOARD IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.''' 
'''THIS WIKI PAGE IS NOT COMPLETE YET.''' 

==Features==
* Standard Renard RJ45 (Cat 5 style) data connections
* Capable of driving either 5VDC or 12VDC pixels
* Supports only WS2801 and WS2811 pixels
* Some Design Details:
# One output connector (uses the same 3.5mm Eurostyle connector and pinout as the E682 controller)
# Supports up to 200 pixels per controller with power injection
# Supports up to 50 pixels from the onboard power connection (depends on wire gauge and length)
# Supports both RS232 (Serial) or RS485 input
# Uses the same RJ45 pinout and protocol as standard Renard controllers
# Supports upto 115200 input baudrate from standard Renard Output Plugin
# Uses PIC16F1825 microprocessor, so it can be programed with traditional PICKIT 2 or PICKIT 3 programmers.
# Supports WS2811 strings at with either 400KHz or 800 KHz data rate (Under Development)
# Uses external 5VDC or 12VDC supply (depends on pixel needs)
# Power, RxD (receiving data), FE (framing error)and Attn LED status indicators
# Jumper to select pixel speed (400 KHz vs 800 KHz)(Under Development)
# Designed to fit inside a [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki/index.php?title=TA-200#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29 TA-200 enclosure]

==Maximum Number of Pixels per Controller==
'''The Renard PX1 can support up to a maximum of 200 pixels per controller.''' To achieve more then 200 pixels in a Renard system, multiple Renard PX1 pixel controllers must be used. The total number of pixels that may be supported per serial port depends on both the baud rate and on the frequency of updates that has been programmed into the Vixen sequence. The most common PC control software is Vixen, which easily supports multiple serial ports (including USB-RS232 and USB-485 converters). The maximum number of pixels in a Renard system (per comm port) is directly related to the [[Renard#Number_of_Circuits_.28Channels.29_per_Serial_Port|maximum number of channels]] in a Renard system (per comm port) since each pixel uses 3 channels. The maximum number of pixels is also limited if you are using other controllers in the Renard daisy chain since they use channels and limit the number available for the pixels to use.

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="4" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Total Number of Pixels Capable for a given Baud Rate/Refresh Interval* in a Renard Network per Comm Port'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Refresh Interval'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 100 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 50 ms
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| 25 ms
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1528
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400*'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 764
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 382
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 191
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 95
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 47
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 127
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 63
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 31
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 15
|}

The Vixen 2.x Plugin for Renard supports baudrates up to 115200. 
*A new Vixen plugin is required to support higher baudrates. 
*The [[E1.31 Bridge]] from [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=22&products_id=157 diyledexpress.com] allows baudrates up to 460,800 with a firmware update.

Typical Pixels require power injection every 50 pixels. '''The Renard PX1 only supports up to 50 Pixels directly powered from the controller. If you use more then 50 Pixels (or if the cable is too long for the wire gauge), you must provide an off-board fused power source to provide [[Power Injection]] downstream.''' 

==Schematic==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/wiki//index.php?title=File:Renard-px1_RevE.PNG Renard PX1 schematic]

==PCB Layout==
The current PCB is Rev:E1 
[[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|300px]]

==BOM - Bill Of Materials==
To build Renard PX1 Pixel Controller you will need parts from Mouser and a Renard PX1 Pixel Controller PCB. 

===Mouser===
<table border="1">
<tr><td>Part</td><td>Mouser PN</td><td>Description</td><td>Qty</td></tr>
<tr><td>R6</td><td>291-120-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 120ohms 0.05</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R5,R7</td><td>299-1K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 1Kohms 5%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R1,R2</td><td>299-27K-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 27Kohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>R4</td><td>264-330-RC</td><td>Resistor Network, 330 Ohm, Bussed, 6-pin</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>R3,R8</td><td>299-47-RC</td><td>Carbon Film Resistors - Through Hole 47ohms 0.05</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C2,C3</td><td>810-FK28X5R1C105K</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors MLCC - Leaded 1.0uF 16volts X5R +/-10%</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>C1</td><td>80-C322C104K5R</td><td>Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) - Leaded 50volts 0.1uF 10% X7R</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D1</td><td>78-1N5239B</td><td>Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D2</td><td>78-1N5229B</td><td>Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>D3,D4</td><td>604-WP710A10YT</td><td>LED, 3mm Yellow</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>D5,D6</td><td>604-WP710A10GT</td><td>LED, 3mm Green</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC1</td><td>595-SN65LBC179PE4</td><td>Buffers & Line Drivers</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC2</td><td>579-PIC16F1825-I/P</td><td>Microcontroller</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>IC3</td><td>926-2950CZ-5.0/NOPB</td><td>LDO 5.0/100mA </td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U1</td><td>571-1-390261-2</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 8P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>U2</td><td>571-1-390261-3</td><td>IC & Component Sockets 14P ECONOMY TIN</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J5,J6</td><td>571-5556416-1</td><td>Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J4</td><td>538-22-03-2021</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 2P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J3</td><td>649-77313-122-10LF</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings 10P STR DR TMT HDR .76 AU .526IN LENGTH</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J2</td><td>538-22-03-2061</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 6P TIN PLATING</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>J1,J7</td><td>538-22-03-2031</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings VERT PCB HDR 3P TIN PLATING</td><td>2</td></tr>
<tr><td>J8</td><td>571-2828372</td><td>Fixed Terminal Blocks 5.08MM PCB MOUNT 2P</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jumpers</td><td>151-8000-E</td><td>Headers & Wire Housings MINI JUMPER GF 6.0MM OPEN TYPE BLACK</td><td>7</td></tr>
<tr><td>J9</td><td>538-39501-6004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.5MM EURO HEADER VE HEADER VERT GRN 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Pixel Connector</td><td>538-39503-2004</td><td>Pluggable Terminal Blocks 3.50MM EURO PLUG VER UG VERT RWE BLK 4CKT</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse</td><td>504-ATM-5</td><td>Fuses 5A 32Vdc 1kA IR Tan</td><td>1</td></tr>
<tr><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>534-3544-2</td><td>Fuse Holder</td><td>1</td></tr>
</table> 

The Mouser Project BOM can be found [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=305b838291 here]. On 6/1/13 the price for a single BOM was $16.40 from Mouser. 

Note: If J9 is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39501-1004 
If Pixel Connector is on backorder, you can substitute 538-39500-0004, this is an inline plug like the one used with the E682. 

==Assembly Instructions==
Assembly of the Renard PX1 is done in three steps:
# Assemble PCB and Solder parts
# Configure Jumpers
# Program the PIC microcontroller
===Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Assembly===
'''Click on photos to see a larger view.'''

#□ Begin by inspecting the PCBs to look for any defects such as cracks or breaks. The holes on the board should be open on both sides. Then inspect and sort out the various parts for the boards. [[File:PX1-Bare Board.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Resistors
##□ R1,R2 - 27K ohm (red, violet, orange, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R1R2.jpg|150px]]
##□ R3,R8 - 47 ohm (yellow, violet, black, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R3R8.jpg|150px]]
##□ R5,R7 - 1K ohm (brown, black, red, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R5R7.jpg|150px]]
##□ R6 - 120 ohm (brown, red, brown, gold) resistor. [[File:PX1-R6.jpg|150px]]
##□ R4 - 330 ohm bussed resistor. Note that this resistor is polarized and only can go in one way. The dot on the package denotes pin1.[[File:PX1-R5-Pin1.jpg|100px]] Pin 1 goes in the square hole on the left side. [[File:PX1-R5.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Capacitors
##□ C1 - 0.1 uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "104".[[File:PX1-104.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C1.jpg|150px]]
##□ C2,C3 - 1.0uf capacitor. The marking on the capacitor says "105".[[File:PX1-105.jpg|50px]] It is not polarized and it can go either way. [[File:PX1-C2C3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Diodes
##□ D1 - 1N5239B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D1.jpg|150px]]
##□ D2 - 1N5229B diode. Diodes are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The end of the diode with the band goes towards the bottom of the board and in the square hole. [[File:PX1-D2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install IC Sockets
##□ U1 - 8 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen.[[File:Px1-8pin.jpg|50px]] The notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U1.jpg|150px]]
##□ U2 - 14 pin socket. The socket has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-14pin.jpg|50px]] The Notch faces right. [[File:PX1-U2.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install LEDs
##□ D3,D4 - Yellow LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D3D4.jpg|150px]]
##□ D5,D6 - Green LED. LEDs are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. The anode side of the LED with the longer leg goes in the top round hole. [[File:PX1-D5D6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Headers. '''The short end of the header is soldered into the PCB.'''
##□ J4 - 2 pin header. [[File:PX1-J4.jpg|150px]]
##□ J1, J7 - 3 pin header. [[File:PX1-J1J7.jpg|150px]]
##□ J2 - 6 pin header. [[File:PX1-J2.jpg|150px]]
##□ J3 - 2x5 (10) pin header. [[File:PX1-J3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Voltage Regulator
##□ IC3 - LP2950CZ-5.0/NOPB voltage regulator. The voltage regulator is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. Install in location U3 with the flatside of the regulator facing the top of the board and matching the orientation on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC3.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse Holder
##□ Fuse holder. [[File:PX1-FUSEHOLDER.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Connectors
##□ J8 - 2 pin screw terminal. Install so the wire opening faces off the edge of the board. [[File:PX1-J8.jpg|150px]]
##□ J9 - 4 pin euro style header. This connector is polarized. [[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]] The euro style connector is installed with the slotted side to the top. [[File:PX1-J9.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install RJ45 Jacks
##□ J5,J6 - RJ45 Jack. The jacks are polarized and they have to be installed with the correct orientation. Gently install all 8 pins into the holes and them firmly press down on the socket to seat the plastic pins in the holes in the PCB. [[File:PX1-J5J6.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install Fuse
##□ Install 5A fuse. [[File:PX1-FUSE.jpg|150px]]
#□ Install ICs
##□ IC1 - SN65LBC179PE4, RS485 line chip. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-8PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1-IC1.jpg|150px]]
##□ IC2 - PIC16F1825-I/P PIC microprocessor. The IC is polarized and it has to be installed with the correct orientation. [[File:PX1-14PIN1.jpg|50px]] The IC has a notch on one end and the notch must be installed to match the direction on the silkscreen. [[File:PX1.jpg|150px]]

===Configure Jumpers ===
You must place the appropriate jumpers on the various headers to configure the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller. 

====J1- DMX Termination Resistor / RS232 Input====
[[File:PX1-J1CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
Install a shunt (jumper) across Pin 1 and Pin2 if you are using RS232 Input to the controller. Install a jumper across Pins 2 and Pin 3 if you are using regular RS485 input. 

====J3- 2x5 Options Connector====
This connector is used to set various special options. The default is no jumpers used on this header. 
If and only if you are using WS2801 pixels and have issues with stray flashing on older pixels, you can put a single jumper on the two most left pins of the header (up and down) and restart the PX1. This option uses a slightly different timing that will only work with WS2801 pixels. Generally most WS2801 pixels will not need this jumper. 

====J4- Inline Settings Programming====
Do not install any jumper here until instructed to do so. This jumper is only used to change the settings in a PX1 by using a specially formatted vixen or other control software data stream. See [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream]] 

====J7- Voltage Selector====
[[File:PX1-J7CLOSEUP.jpg|50 px]] 
This 3 pin jumper is used to select the power source of the control circuit on the board. This jumper must be set to match the voltage requirements of your pixels. If the power input to the board is 12VDC, then jumper must be placed on the two left pins. If the power input to the board is 5VDC, then the jumper must be placed on the right two pins.

'''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

===Program PIC ===
You must configure the firmware to match your system settings and then build the firmware (create a .hex file) as outlined [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Firmware|below]].

The PX1 Pixel Controller has a built in [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#J2-ICSP_Programming_Header|ICSP programming header]] that you can connect directly to a PICKIT 2 or PICKIT3 programmer and program the firmware into the PIC without removing the PIC from the PCB. [[media: ICSPpin1.JPG | Pin 1 of the ICSP header]] is on the right side of the 6 pin header. After building the .hex file in MPLAB you must then download the firmware into the PIC using either the PICKIT 2 or MPLAB IDE software. Remove the external power from the PX1 and use the power from the Pickit2 to program the PIC. '''Disconnect the Pixels from the controller while you are programming the PIC.''' Once you have successfully download the firmware into the PIC the controller is ready to be tested.

*Do not install any shunt in J4 while programming the PIC.

====J2-ICSP Programming Header====
J2 is the 6 pin header located in the top center of the board that allows '''I'''n '''C'''ircuit '''S'''erial '''P'''rogramming. J2 allows the PIC microprocessor to be programmed in place on the board by directly connecting a [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en023805 PICKIT2] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en538340 PICKIT3] programer. It eliminates the need to remove the PIC from the PCB to program or modify the programming in the PIC. 
'''Pin 1 is the square hole towards the right side of the board closest to the mounting hole. '''
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J2 ICSP Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VPP/MCLR
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VDD Target
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| VSS (Ground)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPDAT/PGD
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| ICSPCLK/PGC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| N/C

|}

'''Congratulations, you have finished constructing your Renard PX1 Pixel Controller.''' 

== Connections==
After you have finished building the PX1 Pixel controller you need to make the appropriate connections to power the board, connect the pixels and supply data to and from the Renard network that you are connecting the controller to. The connectors on the PCB are as follows:

===J5 and J6-Renard Input and Output===
The two RJ45 Connectors J5&J6 near the bottom left of the board are used to bring data signals to and from the board. '''J5 on the left side is the signal input from the PC or previous Renard controller'''. J6 on the right side is the output to be daisy-chained to the next Renard controller. These connections are the standard Renard daisy chain configurations. The pins on these connectors are used as follows: 
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ RJ45 Pin Assignments
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Serial Data Connector Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #'''
|colspan="2" align="center" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RJ45 Connector'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J5 Input
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| J6 Output
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1,2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data- (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Rx)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data+ (Tx)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6,7,8'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| NC

|}

===J8-Pixel Power Input===
J8 is the 2 pin terminal block located at the bottom center of the PCB. The Renard PX1 can be powered by either 5 or 12VDC (depending on pixel type). If you are using 5VDC, you can omit the voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two right pins (5v position).If you are using 12VDC, then you must use the on board voltage regulator and set Jumper J7 to the two left pins (12v position). '''IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CONNECT THE CORRECT VOLTAGE TO THE UNIT AND HAVE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE INPUT SETTINGS! YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER AND PIXELS IF YOU CONNECT THE WRONG VOLTAGE OR HAVE THE WRONG VOLTAGE SETTINGS ON J7!''' 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J8 Power Input'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Voltage
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1 (square pad on left)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2 (round pad on right)'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

===J9 - Output to Pixels===
[[File:PX1-EURO.jpg|50px]]
J9 is located along the bottom right side of the board and is a 4 pin Euro style plugable connector used to connect to the Pixels. '''Pin 1 of the connector is on the left side and is marked by the square hole on the silkscreen.''' You must wire the plug onto your pixel string according to the correct wire color code for your pixels. Please check with your vendor to confirm the color code of the various wires and how to determine the input end of your pixel string. Some examples of the various wiring color codes can be found [[Pixel_Wiring_Colors|here]]. Another common choice is to wire a waterproof connector to the euro plug and use [[Pixel_Connectors|waterproof connections]] to their pixels. Note that WS2811 pixels only have 3 wires( V+, Data, GND) and they do not require a Clock wire. 

{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''J9 Pixel Output Pin Assignments'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Pin #
|-
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Signal
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| GND (V-)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Clock (C)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Data (D)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| V+
|}

==Indicator LEDs==
===Attn===
'''ON''' when J4 jumper for [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller#Configuring_the_Settings_via_a_Renard_Data_Stream|Renard Data Stream Configuration]] is in place.

===Rx===
This LED flashes as it is receiving data from the input connector. 
===FE===
This LED flashes if there is a framing error in the incoming data stream. This is likely due to the PIC or the PC output signal using different baud rates. 
===Pwr===
This LED lights if there is power supplied to the board. 

==Firmware==

The firmware for the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller needs to be optimized and configured for your specific use. There are several parameters that can be set in the firmware including:
* Baud Rate: Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
* Number of Pixel Groups: Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller (1-200)
* Renard Start Address: This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
* RGB Order: Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order
* Grouping: Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used.

These configuration parameters can be changed in the assembly file (see below), which causes these values to be stored in the EEPROM on the PIC. These parameters can be changed later on by installing a shunt in J4 and sending a specially crafted sequence from Vixen or other similar software.

The firmware is available in an assembly file (.asm) file that needs to be compiled and built with Microchip's free [http://www.microchip.com/Microchip.WWW.SecureSoftwareList/secsoftwaredownload.aspx?device=en019469&lang=en&ReturnURL=http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469# MPLAB IDE software] or [http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1406&dDocName=en019469 MPLAB X IDE].

If you have never compiled firmware before, there is an excellent series of tutorials available [[Beginners_Guide_To_Programming_A_PIC|here]].

Older versions of MPLAB IDE may not support the 16F1825 PIC and you my need to update the MPLAB IDE to a later version. You may also have to update the PICKIT2 software to support the 16F1825. [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip Version 2.61] supports the 16F1825 PIC and allows you to program the firmware into the PIC. While you are updating the PICKIT 2 software, you might want to also download the latest device file [http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/PK2DFUpdate-1-62-14.zip Version 1.62.14] and replace the file in the PICKIT 2 program directory with this file.

'''One note: When compiling the firmware you must choose Relocatable code as the compile option.'''

'''The firmware file can be found [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/dynamics/showentry.php?e=222&catid=6 here].

===Configuring the Settings via the Firmware===
Before you build the code using MPLAB, you can set the variables associated with the controller and how you plan to use it in the .asm file. By adjusting the parameters and then building the code with those parameters, you result in a .hex file specific for your project. The parameters that can be set are:
* <ul>'''Baud Rate:'''</ul> Allows you to set the controller to match the speed of your existing Renard network. The default is 115200.
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #define BAUDRATE_INDEX_DEFAULT BAUDRATE_115200'''" and adjust the baudrate to one of the following values:
***19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200, 230400, 460800
* <ul>''' Number of Pixel Groups:'''</ul> Allows you to set the specific number of pixels to be attached to controller. The default is 50
**Find the line in the code the says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_COUNT 50'''" and adjust it from 1 -200
* <ul>'''Renard Start Address:'''</ul> This uses the standard Renard protocol of defaulting to Channel 1, but can be set to higher channels in multiples of 8.
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#define Renard_START_ADDRESS 1'''" and set it your start channel.
* <ul>'''RGB Order:'''</ul> Allows to make corrections for strings where the pixels respond in a different color order. The default is RGB. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "'''#DEFINE DEFAULT_RGB_ORDER_CODE RGB'''" and set it to one of the following values:
***RGB, RBG, GRB, GBR, BRG, BGR
* <ul>'''Grouping:'''</ul> Allows you to treat multiple pixel as one pixel, cutting down on the number of channels used. '''UNDER DEVELOPMENT'''
**Find the line in the code that says "''' #DEFINE GROUP_SIZE 1'''" and change it you the number of pixels you want in a group. The default is 1.

===Configuring the Settings via a Renard Data Stream===
The PX1 can be configured inline by using a specially formatted Renard Data stream. The basic process using Vixen is as follows:
#Choose your start address
#Create a vixen sequence with 6 channels and make it just 1 time period long
#Then you need to enter the start address into the two channels by using the intensity value feature of vixen set the values from 0-255 (Not 0-100%)
##Enter into Channel 1 the Start Address MSB as found in the table below.
##Enter into Channel 2 the Start Address LSB as found in the table below.
##Example:
###If start address = 1
####Channel 1 = 0
####Channel 2 = 1
###If start address = 45
####Channel 1 = “0”
####Channel 2 = “45”
###If start address = 257
####Channel 1 = 1
####Channel 2 = 1
## Enter into Channel 3 the Baudrate code as found in the table below.
## Enter into Channel 4 the Group Size, the number of pixels you want to cluster into a group.
## Enter into Channel 5 the Group Count, the number of pixels directly connected to the controller from 1-200.
## Enter into channel 6 the rgb_order_code as found in the table below.
#Power off the PX1, install the jumper J4 on the PX1 ''then'' power ON the PX1 (the ATTN LED should be lit) and set up Vixen to send out the Renard data packets with the new address or configuration change.
#Run the sequence. When the controller has accepted the new address and stored in the EEPROM, the ATTN, RX and FE LEDs will come on and stay on solid.
#Power off the PX1 and remove the jumper J4 ''then'' power ON the PX1. The changes are now in effect.
'''NOTE: You must have a value in each channel even if you do not wish it to change'''
 Example - If you only want to change the RGB order, you must set the default values in the other packet channels.
====PX1 Programming Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Packet (Channel)'''
|-
!width="150" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Value'''
!width="50" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Default'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (MSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''2'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address (LSB)
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''3'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Baudrate Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''4'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Size
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''5'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Group Count
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 50
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''6'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| RGB Order Code
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|}

====Start Address Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|+ Number of Channels (*)
|colspan="7" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
!width="60" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Start Address'''
!width="60" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 1 MSB (Channel 1)
!width="120" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| Packet 2 LSB (Channel 2)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1-255'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Actual Start Address
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''256-511 '''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 256
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''512-767'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 512
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''768- 1023'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 768
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''1024-1279'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| Start Address - 1024
|}

====Baud Rate Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Baud Rate'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''Baud Rate Code Packet 3 (Channel 3)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''19200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''38400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''57600'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''76800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''115200'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''230400'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''460800'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 6
|}

====Color Packet Format====
{| border="1"; cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; background:black; color:white"
|colspan="3" align="center" style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| '''Inline PX1 Programming Settings'''
|-
|rowspan="2" style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''Color Order'''
|-
!width="200" style="background:#D3D3D3; color:black"| '''RGB Code Packet 6 (Channel 6)'''
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RGB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 0 (Default)
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''RBG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 1
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GRB'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 2
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''GBR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 3
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BRG'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 4
|-
|style="background:#AFEEEE; color:black"| '''BGR'''
|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"| 5
|}

==Enclosure==
The Renard PX1 pixel controller can be mounted in the users choice of enclosures. One common choice is the [[Enclosure#TA-200_.28Terminal_Access_TA-200_Terminal_Enclosure.29|TA-200]] enclosure. 
[[File:TA-200.png| 100px|TA-200]] 
The PX1 has three screw holes that line up perfectly with the plastic standoffs in the inside of the TA-200 enclosure.[[File:PX1-TA200.JPG|200px|PX1 in TA-200]] 

=Other Information=
==Renard PX1 Pixel Controller Discussion Threads==
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26133-Renard-Pixel-String-Controller Initial Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?26909-Renard-PX1-BETA-Test Beta Test Thread] 
[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?27194-Renard-PX1-Pixel-String-Controller-quot-INTEREST-quot Group Buy Interest Thread] 

==Video==
TBD 

==FAQ==
*Question: I have never used pixels before,how can I learn more about where to begin and how to use pixels and the Renard PX1 Pixel Controller?
**Answer: Read [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=19639&d=1372636708 The Pixel Newbie] for step by step information about setting up your first pixels. 

==Related Links==

[[Different Styles of Pixels]] 
[[Controllers]] 
[[Dumb RGB or Intelligent Pixels??]] 
[[Things You Will Need To Get Started With Pixels]] 
[[Pixel Wiring Colors]] 
[[Power Supplies]] 
[[Pixel Connectors]] 
[[Power Injection]] 
[[Waterproofing Pixels]]

[[Category:RGB]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]
[[Category:Pixel]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2013-11-09T03:29:09Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
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* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
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|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
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* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
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<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
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|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|511-ST485BN ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-390261-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-390261-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-390261-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|737-MSB-G||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=77432d1307 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2013-11-09T03:28:39Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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!width="200"|
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
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*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|511-ST485BN ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-390261-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-390261-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-390261-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|737-MSB-G||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=9d07737602 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS16]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2013-11-09T03:27:50Z

Wayne J: /* Board Assembly */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
|
*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 649-10090099-S094VLF).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
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*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|511-ST485BN ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-390261-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-390261-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-390261-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|737-MSB-G||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=7d0e7fd9e6 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8

2013-11-09T03:26:52Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS8. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS8#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS8 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="300"|
!width="200"|
|-
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step02.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step03.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step04.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step05.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step06.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step07.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step08.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''9''' - Install nine 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R17 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step09.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''10''' - Install eight 180 ohm resistors R18 thru R25 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install 0.1uF capacitor C3 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). This capacitor has no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).

*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR, HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
 
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step13.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step12.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''19''' - Install two fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
|
*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install the 14-pin IC socket for U6 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install nine 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M8 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''23''' - Install eight triacs T1 thru T8 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink will face towards the terminal blocks.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS8#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''24''' - Install eight terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch8 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" the eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step23.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install the terminal block for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - *Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
|
*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''30''' - Install the PIC microcontroller U6 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PIC needs to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step29.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step30.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''32''' - Install eight optoisolators M1 thru M8 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|
*'''34''' - Install the fuse cover (PN# 534-3527C) over the fuse and fuse clips.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Assemble Step33.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS8'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS8 Complete.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS8!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS8 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|511-ST485BN ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-390261-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||1||U6
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-390261-3||1|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6)
|-
|859-MOC3023||8||M1-M8
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-390261-1||9|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M8)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||8||T1-T8
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||9||R6, R10-R17
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||8||R18 – R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||1||C3
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||8||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||1||Power Terminal
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|737-MSB-G||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||1||F1
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||2|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||1|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=7d0e7fd9e6 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS8 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS8 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS8 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS8]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6662-The-Renard-SS-8-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS8]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16

2013-11-09T03:26:12Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS16. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS16#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS16 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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!width="200"|
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*'''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''9''' - Install 17 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R25 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''10''' - Install 16 180 ohm resistors R26 thru R41 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''11''' - Install two 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
|-
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*'''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

*'''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517). '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.

|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
|-
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*'''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''21''' - Install two 14-pin IC sockets for U6 & U7 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''22''' - Install 17 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M16 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''23''' - Install 16 triacs T1 thru T16 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS16#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''24''' - Install 16 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch16 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" eight terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
|-
|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
|-
|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
|-
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*'''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''30''' - Install two PIC microcontrollers U6 & U7 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
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*'''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''32''' - Install 16 optoisolators M1 thru M16 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
|-
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*'''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS16'''</center>

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS16 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS16!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS16 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|511-ST485BN ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-390261-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||2||U6, U7
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-390261-3||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6, U7)
|-
|859-MOC3023||16||M1-M16
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-390261-1||17|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M16)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||16||T1-T16
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||17||R6, R10-R25
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||16||R26 – R41
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||2||C3, C4
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||16||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|737-MSB-G||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=9d07737602 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS16 Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS16 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[[Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS16]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6663-The-Renard-SS-16-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

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Part Substitutions

2013-11-09T03:25:09Z

Wayne J: /* Other */

==Introduction==

:This page is intended to provide members with a resource to see what parts are interchangeable between the various DIYC boards.

:This page is by no means the “gospel” of what parts can or cannot be interchanged.

==IC Chips==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|SN65LBC176AP ||Differential Bus Transceivers|| SN65LBC176PE4 511-ST485BN 595-SN65176BP||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||PIC Microcontroller||579-PIC16F688-E/P ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|782-H11AA1||Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS
|-
|859-MOC3023||Optoisolator, Triac Driver|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|571-1-390261-2||IC Socket, 8 pin (for U1 & U2)||575-193308||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|571-1-390261-3||IC Socket, 14 pin (for U3–U5)||575-199314||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|571-1-390261-1||IC Socket, 6 pin (for U8–U31)|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|}

==Voltage Regulators==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" |PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|821-TS7805CZ||5VDC Voltage Regulator||511-L7805CV||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|511-L4940V5||Regulator, LDO, 5V, 1.5A|| ||Renard 64
|-
|511-LF50CVDG||Regulator, LDO, 5V, .5A||511-LF50CV (Basically the same item but with a thinner tab, so care needs to used when installing the heatsink) 511-LF50ABV||Renard SS
|-
|532-574502B00||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator|| ||Renard 16
|-
|532-577102B00||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator|| ||Renard SS
|-
|532-7136DG||Heatsink for Voltage Regulator||532-7139DG||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|}

==Diodes, LEDs, Triacs==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|78-1N5239B||Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W||78-1N5239B-TAP||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|78-1N5229B||Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W||78-1N5229B-TAP 512-1N5229B_T50A||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|604-WP63ID||LED, 5mm Red||Any standard 3mm or 5mm LED will work||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|604-WP1503GD||LED, 5mm Green||Any standard 3mm or 5mm LED will work||Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|604-WP7104EC||LED, 3mm Red||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard 16
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||LED, 3mm Red||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard SS
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||LED, 3mm Green||Any standard 3mm LED will work||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
|-
|859-LTL-403G||LED, Rectangular, Green||859-LTL-403HR - Red 859-LTL-403Y - Yellow ||Renard 64
|-
|625-1N4001-E3||Diode|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 24LV
|-
|625-1N5817-E3||Schottky Diode (20V, 1A)||625-1N5817-E3/4 511-1N5817 ||Renard 64
|-
|511-1N5817||Schottky Diode (20V, 1A)||625-1N5817-E3/4 625-1N5817-E3 ||Renard SS
|-
|821-DB102G||Bridge Rectifier, 1A 100V||DB103||Renard 24HC Renard 24LV
|-
|511-BTA08-400B||Triac, 8A 400V||511-BTA04-700T Triac, 4A 700V (alternative Triac for use with LED light strands - See "EOL" Note Below)||Renard 16 Renard 24
|-
|511-BTA04-700T||Triac, 4A 700V Update: Now listed as EOL or "End of Life"||BTA06-600TRG||SSRez REN24HC
|-
|511-BTA04-700T
|colspan="2"|This triac (the original preferred triac for the Renard SS controllers) is no longer being manufactured and generally no longer available from parts suppliers. This note is included here to provide information on why this triac was replaced for the Renard SS controllers so users will not be concerned about having these triacs in any existing Renard SS controllers.||Renard SS
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW ||Triac, 6A 600V|| ||Renard SS
|}

==Resistors==

:As a general “rule of thumb” for DIYC projects, you can substitute any resistor of equal value that also has a power rating equal to/or greater for any of the following resistors. The material that the resistor is made of (ie: carbon film or metal film) is not a critical factor for DIYC projects.

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center"| NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center"| POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center"| SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|291-120-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-120-RC 660-MF1/4DCT52R1200F||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
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|291-1K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/4W 5%||271-1K-RC 660-MF1/4DC1001F (Renard 24 ZC resistors)||Renard 24
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|299-1K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%||271-1K-RC 660-MF1/4DC1001F (Incoming data circuit resistors only)||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
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|299-27K-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%||271-27K-RC 660-MF1/4DLT52R2702F||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
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|291-680-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-680-RC||Renard 24 SSRez
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|299-680-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64 Renard SS
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|291-180-RC ||Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%||271-180-RC 273-180-RC||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
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|71-CCF60-15K-E3||Resistor, Metal Film 15K ohms 3/4W 1%|| ||Renard 16
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|291-750-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%||660-CFS1/4CT52R751J||Renard SS
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|299-750-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64
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|299-330-RC||Resistor, Carbon Film 330 ohms 1/8W 5%|| ||Renard 64
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|266-680||Resistor Network, 10 pin, 680ohms 2%|| ||Renard 16
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|264-330||Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%|| ||Renard SS
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|652-4608X-1LF-680||Resistor Network, 8 pin, 680ohms, Bussed 2%|| ||Renard 64
|}

==Capacitors==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center"|PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center"|NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center"|POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center"|SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|81-RPEE41H105M4K1E12||Capacitor, Monolithic Radial Lead 50V 1uF|| ||Renard 16
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|80-C410C104M5U||Capacitor, Axial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF || ||Renard 16
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|581-SA105E104MAR||Capacitor, Axial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF || ||Renard 24
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|140-HTRL25V10-RC||Capacitor, Electrolytic 25V 10uF 105°C|| ||Renard 24
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|140-XRL25V1.0-RC||Capacitor, Electrolytic 25V 1uF 85°C|| ||Renard 24
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|667-ECA-1CM682||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 6800uF 85°C||140-REA682M1CBK1632P 140-XRL16V6800-RC (EOL)||Renard 64
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|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 47uF 85°C||647-UVR1C470MDD1TD 647-UVR1C470MDD1TA ||Renard SS
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|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 2200uF 85°C||647-UVR1C222MHD1TO 871-B41827A4228M000 ||Renard SS
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|80-C322C104K5R||Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF|| ||Renard 64 Renard SS
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|667-ECA-1CM470||Capacitor, Electrolytic 16V 47uF 85°C||75-515D476M016JA6AE3 ||Renard 64
|}

==Other==
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
!width="175" align="center" | PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="300" align="center" | NOMENCLATURE
!width="175" align="center" | POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE PARTS
!width="100" align="center" | SYSTEMS USED ON
|-
|838-3FD-320||Transformer, Dual Primary/Secondary||838-3FD-316||Renard 24
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|838-3FS-312||Transformer, Single Primary/Dual Secondary|| ||Renard SS
|-
|520-TCF1843-X||Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz (full size)||ACO-18.432MHZ-EK||Renard 24
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|815-ACH-18.432-EK||Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz (half size)||520-TCH1843-X ||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS
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|538-22-03-2021||Header, 2-Pin PCB
|rowspan="2"|538-22-28-4360 Header, 36 Pin Breakaway (used to make smaller headers)||Renard 16 Renard 64 Renard SS
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|538-22-03-2031||Header, 3-Pin PCB||Renard 24
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|737-MSB-G||Shunt||571-3828115 737-MSA-G||Renard 16 Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS
|-
|504-GMA-10||Fuse, Fast Acting 10A 125VAC|| ||Renard SS
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|504-GMA-15||Fuse, Fast Acting 15A 125VAC|| ||Renard 16 Renard 24
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|504-1A3399-10||Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm|| ||Renard 16
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|534-3517||Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm|| ||Renard 24 Renard SS SSRez
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|534-3527C||Cover, Fuse Clip|| || Renard SS
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|571-5556416-1||Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry|| 571-55202594 538-95503-2881||Renard 24 Renard 64 Renard SS SSRez
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|571-5520251-4||Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Side Entry|| ||Renard 16 Renard 64 SSRez
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|636-182-009-213R531||Connector, D-Sub Female, Rt Angle PCB mount, DE9`|| ||Renard 64
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||Connector, D-Sub Female, Rt Angle PCB mount, DE9`||152-3409||Renard SS
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|538-39890-0302||Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.0 mm|| ||Renard 16
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|571-2828372||Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm|| ||Renard SS SSRez
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|571-7969492||Terminal Block, 2 Pos (Input Power)||158-P02EHK508V2-E||Renard SS
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|571-7969494||Terminal Block, 4 Pos (Input Power)|| ||Renard 24
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|571-2828376||Terminal, 6 Pos||Three of 571-7969492||Renard 24 Opt#1
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|651-1725041||Terminal, Dbl Stack 4 Pos|| ||Renard 24 Opt#1
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|534-1287||Terminal, Spade|| ||Renard 24 Opt#2
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|534-4902||Male Sturdi-mount Terminal|| ||Renard 64
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|159-2215||Vinyl Insulated Couplers (Female)|| ||Renard 64

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Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24

2013-11-09T03:22:34Z

Wayne J: /* Parts Listing (BOM) */

==Board Assembly==

:The following sequence of steps is by no means the only way to assemble the Renard SS24. It is simply a suggested order of events to achieve the desired goal.

:'''NOTE:''' The part numbers referenced in the following instructions are those taken from the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | Renard SS24 BOM]].

{| border="0" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: left;"
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* '''1''' - Start by checking the PCB over for any obvious production faults. Check for traces that end abruptly or have cracks/breaks in them. Also check that all holes are clear.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''2''' - Install four diodes D1 thru D4 (PN# 511-1N5817). The diodes will have a silver/grey stripe on a black body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silk screen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step02.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''3''' - Install two 750 ohm resistors R1 & R2 (PN# 291-750-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 750 ohms (violet/green/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step03.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''4''' - Install the 120 ohm resistor R3 (PN# 291-120-RC). Make sure that the resistor has a value of 120 ohms (brown/red/brown/gold stripes). This resistor have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step04.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''5''' - Install two 1K ohm resistors R4, R7 (PN# 299-1K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 1K ohm (brown/black/red/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step05.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''6''' - Install three 27K ohm resistors R5, R8, R9 (PN# 299-27K-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 27K ohms (red/violet/orange/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step06.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''7''' - Install zener diode D5 (PN# 78-1N5229B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step07.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''8''' - Install zener diode D6 (PN# 78-1N5239B). The diode must be installed correctly. The diode should have a black stripe on the orange/red body. Make sure that this stripe lines up with the stripe on the PCB silkscreen (to the right).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step08.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''9''' - Install 25 680 ohm resistors R6, R10 thru R33 (PN# 299-680-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 680 ohms (blue/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step09.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''10''' - Install 24 180 ohm resistors R34 thru R57 (PN# 291-180-RC). Make sure that the resistors have a value of 180 ohms (brown/grey/brown/gold stripes). These resistors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step10.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''11''' - Install three 0.1uF capacitors C3, C4 & C5 (PN# 80-C322C104K5R). These capacitors have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step11.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>The following resistor network is a "bussed" type resistor network. This means that the five resistor components (pins 2-6) are all connected in a common buss to pin 1. Installing the resistor network backwards will cause a multitude of malfunctions. So please take the time to make sure it is installed correctly.</blockquote>
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* '''12''' - Install the 330 ohm resistor network RN1 (PN# 264-330-RC). The resistor network should have a dot on it to indicate pin 1. Insert pin 1 of the resistor network into the square solder pad (to the left).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step12.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''13a''' - Install four green LEDs PWR (D7), HB, ZC & SD (PN# 604-WP710A10GT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.

* '''13b''' - Install two red LEDs FE & OE (PN# 604-WP710A10IT). The LEDs are polarized and must be installed correctly. The short lead is the cathode and must be placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step13.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''14''' - Install three 2-pin vertical headers JP1, JP2 & JP3 (PN# 538-22-03-2021). '''Install the short end through the board.''' These headers have no polarity to worry about.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step14.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''15''' - Install the clock oscillator U3 (PN# 815-ACH-18.432-EK). The oscillator must be installed in the correct orientation. The oscillator has three rounded corners and one squared corner, make sure that the squared corner is positioned to match the PCB silkscreen (upper left corner).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step15.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''16''' - Install the voltage regulator U1 (PN# 511-LF50CV). The voltage regulator must be installed correctly. The voltage regulators tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline (facing towards the PCB top edge).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step16.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''17''' - Install the 2200uF capacitor C1 (PN# 140-REA222M1CBK1320P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a black stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step17.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''18''' - Install the 47uF capacitor C2 (PN# 140-REA470M1CBK0511P). This capacitor is polarized and must be installed correctly. The capacitor should have a silver/grey stripe on the body to indicate which lead is negative. The positive lead of the capacitor will be the longer lead. Make sure that the positive lead is placed in the square solder pad.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step18.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''19''' - Install four fuse clips (PN# 534-3517) '''Note: they are directional for proper fit of the fuse.''' A helpful installation tip here would be to put a fuse in the clips when you position them in their mounting holes. This will help keep them correctly aligned so that the fuse will fit properly.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step19.jpg | 200px]]
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of the following IC sockets must be aligned with the square solder pad. Another way to verify that you installed them correctly is to make sure that the notch on the socket is aligned with the notch on the PCB silkscreen outline. </blockquote>
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* '''20''' - Install two 8-pin IC sockets for U4 & U5 (PN# 571-1-390261-2).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step20.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''21''' - Install three 14-pin IC sockets for U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 571-1-390261-3).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step21.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''22''' - Install 25 6-pin IC sockets for U2, M1 thru M24 (PN# 571-1-390261-1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step22.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''23''' - Install 24 triacs T1 thru T24 (PN# 511-BTA06-600CW). The triacs must be installed correctly. The triac tab/heat sink must be aligned with wider line of the PCB silkscreen outline. The tab/heat sink of the odd numbered triacs will facing the even numbered triacs and vice versa.
**Bolting the triacs to [[Assembly_Instructions_The_Renard_SS24#Triac_Heat_Sink | the aluminum heat sink]] can act as a good soldering alignment guide.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step23.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''24''' - Install 24 terminal blocks for Ch1 thru Ch24 (PN# 571-2828372). These terminal blocks have a small interlocking tab that allows the terminals to be "stacked" together to create a larger terminal block. It is easier to go ahead and "stack" twelve terminal blocks together first and then mount them on the PCB.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24A.jpg | 200px]]

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step24.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''25''' - Install two terminal blocks for 120V input (PN# 571-7969492).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step25.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''26''' - Install the transformer TF1 (PN# 838-3FS-312).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step26.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''27''' - Install two RJ45 modular jacks J1 & J2 (PN# 571-5556416-1). Due to minor variations in manufacturing, some RJ45 jacks are a tighter fit than others. Care should be taken to ensure that the pins are aligned first before applying too much pressure to seat the locking lugs through the board.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step27.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''28''' - Install the DE9 connector JDP1 (PN# 152-3409).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step28.jpg | 200px]]
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|colspan="2" |<blockquote> If you are unsure about your ability to build this board, then you should go to [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] at this point. [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | The Beginner's Setup Guide]] will walk you thru some initial tests to make sure that everything is working correctly before inserting the IC chips. </blockquote>
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|<center>'''INSTALLATION NOTE:''' </center>
<blockquote>Pin 1 of each IC must be aligned with pin 1 of the corresponding socket. This can be verified by noting that the notch on the IC is aligned with the notch on the socket.
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* '''29''' - Install the H11AA1 optocoupler U2 (PN# 782-H11AA1).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step29.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''30''' - Install three PIC microcontrollers U6, U7 & U8 (PN# 579-PIC16F688-I/P). The PICs need to be programmed with the appropriate firmware before installation. More info on programming PICs can be found [http://www.doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3346&postcount=1 here.]
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step30.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''31''' - Install two RS232/RS485 Interface ICs U4 & U5 (PN# 511-ST485BN).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step31.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''32''' - Install 24 optoisolators M1 thru M24 (PN# 859-MOC3023).
 
::'''NOTE:''' The optoisolators are too small to have a notch to use as an alignment guide. Pin 1 is usually notated by a white dot next to it.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step32.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''33''' - Install the heat sink (PN# 532-577102B00) on voltage regulator U1. The mounting hardware and heat transfer compound are not included in the BOM since any common hardware can be used to attach the heat sink. If you don't have any heat transfer compound handy, you can use something like PN# 532-249. In the picture the heat sink is attached using a #4-40 x 3/8" machine screw and nut found at home depot.
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS Voltage Regulator to Heat Sink.jpg | 200px]]
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* '''34''' - Install two fuses (PN# 504-GMA-10) and two fuse covers (PN# 534-3527C).
|| [[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Assembly Step34.jpg | 200px]]
|}

<center>'''Completed Renard SS24'''</center>

<center>[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]</center>

<center>'''Congratulations! You have finished building your Renard SS24!'''</center>

==Triac Heat Sink==

:A simple heat sink can be fabricated from flat aluminum (1/16” thick) available at your local home improvement store. The heat sinks most commonly included in the Kits and group buys are made in this fashion. You can use a different width flat bar if desired, '''''but you have to keep with the 1/16" thickness'''''. A template for the hole pattern can be found [[media:Renard SS24 heatsink template.pdf | here]]. The overall dimensions are shown [[media:Renard SS Heat Sink Pattern.jpg | here]]. '''The triac listed in the BOM has an isolated tab''', so no isolators are needed.

:A small amount of heat transfer compound should be applied between the heat sink and the tab of the triacs. You can use the same compounds that are used on computer CPU chips and their heat sinks. If you don't have any available locally, you can always use something like Mouser PN# 532-249.

==Parts Listing (BOM)==

<blockquote>'''IMPORTANT BOM INFORMATION:''' </blockquote>

<blockquote>Mouser part numbers are listed (unless otherwise noted) as a means of simplifying the listing. Mouser is not the only place to get these parts, they are used as the reference since they tend to have all the parts needed to complete the project. However, the parts can be procured from any electronics parts source that you prefer. </blockquote>

<blockquote>In the event that any of the following parts are not in stock at Mouser when you decide to order them, you can check the [[Part Substitutions]] wiki page and see if there any suggestions for alternative parts.</blockquote>

{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;"
!width="200"| PART NUMBER (Mouser PN# unless noted)
!width="50"| QTY
!width="100"| REF
!width="350"| NOMENCLATURE
|-
|511-LF50CV ||1||U1
|align="left"|5 VDC Voltage Regulator
|-
|532-577102B00||1|| 
|align="left"|Heatsink for Voltage Regulator
|-
|782-H11AA1||1||U2
|align="left"|Optocoupler, Bi-Directional Input
|-
|815-ACH-18.432-EK||1||U3
|align="left"|Crystal Clock Oscillator, 18.432 MHz
|-
|511-ST485BN ||2||U4, U5
|align="left"|Differential Bus Transceivers
|-
|571-1-390261-2||2|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 8 pin (for U4 & U5)
|-
|579-PIC16F688-I/P||3||U6-U8
|align="left"|PIC Microcontroller
|-
|571-1-390261-3||3|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 14 pin (for U6-U8)
|-
|859-MOC3023||24||M1-M24
|align="left"|Optoisolator, Triac Driver
|-
|571-1-390261-1||25|| 
|align="left"|IC Socket, 6 pin (for U2, M1-M24)
|-
|511-BTA06-600CW||24||T1-T24
|align="left"|Triac, 6A 600V
|-
|291-750-RC||2||R1, R2
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 750 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|291-120-RC||1||R3
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 120 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|299-1K-RC||2||R4, R7
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 1K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-27K-RC||3||R5, R8, R9
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 27K ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|299-680-RC||25||R6, R10-R33
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 680 ohms 1/8W 5%
|-
|291-180-RC||24||R34-R57
|align="left"|Resistor, Carbon Film 180 ohms 1/4W 5%
|-
|264-330-RC ||1||RN1
|align="left"|Resistor Network, 6 pin, 330ohms 2%
|-
|511-1N5817||4||D1-D4
|align="left"|Diode
|-
|78-1N5239B||1||D6
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 9.1V .5W
|-
|78-1N5229B||1||D5
|align="left"|Diode, Zener 4.3V .5W
|-
|604-WP710A10IT||2||FE, OE
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Red
|-
|604-WP710A10GT||4||PWR, HB, ZC, SD
|align="left"|LED, 3mm Green
|-
|140-REA222M1CBK1320P||1||C1
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 2200uF 20%
|-
|140-REA470M1CBK0511P||1||C2
|align="left"| Radial Electrolytic Capacitor 16V 47uF 20%
|-
|80-C322C104K5R ||3||C3-C5
|align="left"|Capacitor, Radial Ceramic 50V 0.1uF
|-
|571-2828372||24||Channel Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|571-7969492||2||Power Terminals
|align="left"|Terminal Block, 2 Pos 5.08 mm
|-
|649-10090099-S094VLF||1||JDP1
|align="left"| D-Sub Connectors, Right Angle DE9
|-
|571-5556416-1||2||J1, J2
|align="left"|Jack, Modular RJ45 PCB Mount Top Entry
|-
|538-22-03-2021||3||JP1-JP3
|align="left"|Header, 2 Pin
|-
|737-MSB-G||3|| 
|align="left"|Shunt
|-
|504-GMA-10||2||F1, F2
|align="left"|Fuse, Fast Acting 10A
|-
|534-3517||4|| 
|align="left"|Holder, Fuse Clip PCB mount 5mm
|-
|534-3527C||2|| 
|align="left"|Cover, Fuse
|-
|838-3FS-312||1||TF1
|align="left"| Power Transformers 12.6VCT@.2A 6.3V@.4A Single Primary
|}

If you are planning on ordering from [http://www.mouser.com Mouser Electronics] you can use this [http://www.mouser.com/ProjectManager/ProjectDetail.aspx?AccessID=77432d1307 Shared Project] to make it easier to order the parts.

==Hardcopy Instructions==

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly.pdf | Click here for a pdf version of these instructions.]]

: [[media: Wiki - Renard SS24 Board Assembly (doc file).zip | Click here for a doc version of these instructions that you can edit to rearrange the instructions to your personal preference.]]

==Related Links==
:[[The Renard SS24 Controller Board]]

:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:Renard SS24]]
[[Category:DIYC Index]]

Renard SS24 Controller Board

2013-11-02T03:53:28Z

Wayne J: Added assembly to menu

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg|600px|right|x]]

=='''Introduction'''==

:The Renard SS24 is a PIC microcontroller based Christmas light controller with 24 solid state relay circuits incorporated into the board. The board design is based on the PIC-based 8-port dimmer concept originally developed by Phil Short. Information on the original concept can be viewed [http://computerchristmas.com/christmas/link-how_to/HowToId-71/Simple_PIC-Based_8-Port_Dimmer here]. Generic information pertaining to current Renard designs (including maximum channel count) can be found on the [[Renard]] wiki page.

:The Renard Standardized Series (SS) controllers are part of a design effort to standardize the board layouts for Renard based systems and to establish a standardized list of components to use in Renard designs. Some of the goals of the Renard SS design effort were:

::* Completely self-contained controller board. All that is needed to start using the board is a data input and an AC power source. No external DC voltage supply or externally generated ZC is needed and there is no need for an off-board neutral bar.

::* Common part list used for all boards. There are no special parts for any individual board, all the boards use the same components. The only thing different is the quantity used on each board.

::* Common component layout on the board. With only a few exceptions, all the components on the boards are laid out in the same fashion.

::* On-board LEDs for full support of Renard diagnostics firmware.

::* Easier for a new member to build. By removing extra options from the board, now a member can just order the parts from the BOM and will be able to build the board without having to figure out which options/parts apply to their configuration.

::* Easier to support. By having all the boards using the same parts and having the same component layout, it will be easier to provide support to DIYC members when they have problems or ask questions.

::* Complete documentation. In the past, boards were created, designed, produced and distributed without much documentation to support them. Documentation was an afterthought and was slow to catch up, some never did or is hard to understand for new members. In the Renard SS design effort, the documentation was created at the same time as the boards so that when the boards were ready for release, the documentation was also ready.

=='''Disclaimers'''==

:The standard disclaimers pertaining to the information contained on this wiki page are listed [[Disclaimers | here.]]

=='''The Board'''==

[[Image:Wiki - Renard SS24 PCB.jpg | 800px]]

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Completed Board.jpg | 800px]]

<center>'''The Renard SS 24 measures 4" X 11"'''</center>

==='''Board Availability'''===

:Check the [http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) DIYC Forum] for the latest information concerning board availability.

=='''Circuit Diagram'''==

:The schematic diagram can be found [[media:Renard SS24 Schematic.pdf | here.]]

:'''Key circuit components'''

::'''Connectors'''
:::* '''J1''' – RS485 outgoing data
:::* '''J2''' – RS232/RS485 incoming data
:::* '''JDP1''' – RS232 incoming data, DE9 connector for direct connect to show computer serial port.

::'''IC Chips'''
:::* '''U2''' – H11AA1 Optocoupler, used to generate the Zero Cross signal
:::* '''U4 & U5''' – ST485BN, RS232/RS485 Transmitter/ Receiver
:::* '''U6-U8''' – PIC16F688 Microcontrollers
:::* '''M1-M24''' – MOC3023 Optoisolator, triggers the triac

::'''Resistors'''
:::* '''R34-R57''' – Triac gate resistors. The value of these resistors in the [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] was selected for locations using 115/120 VAC power.

::'''Diagnostic LEDs'''
:::* '''PWR''' – Lit whenever the voltage regulator is generating 5 VDC.
 

:::'''NOTE:''' The following Diagnostic LEDs will only function when a jumper is placed on JP3
 

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the diagnostics firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the PIC is operating correctly
:::* '''ZC''' - will blink ON/OFF to indicate that the Zero Cross signal is getting to the PIC correctly
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever the PIC is receiving data correctly
:::* '''FE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified a Framing Error while receiving data
:::* '''OE''' - will only be ON when the PIC has identified an Overrun Error while receiving data

:::: When '''U6''' is programmed with the operational firmware:
:::* '''HB''' - will be ON whenever channel 2 is ON
:::* '''ZC''' - will be ON whenever channel 5 is ON
:::* '''SD''' - will be ON whenever channel 6 is ON
:::* '''FE''' - will be ON whenever channel 7 is ON
:::* '''OE''' - will be ON whenever channel 8 is ON

::'''Other Components'''
:::* '''U1''' – LF50CV, 5 VDC Voltage Regulator
:::* '''U3''' – ECS-2100AX-18.432MHZ, 18.432 MHz Crystal Clock Oscillator
:::* '''T1-T24''' – BTA06-600CW

::'''Jumpers'''
:::* '''JP1''' – RS232 signal ground. Install a shunt (jumper) on JP1 when receiving RS232 data.
:::* '''JP2''' – 120 ohm termination resistor enable. Normally a shunt will be installed on JP2 when receiving RS485 data. Remove the shunt if you are experiencing problems with incoming data.
:::* '''JP3''' – Diagnostic LEDs enable. Install a shunt on JP3 to allow the Diagnostic LEDs to function. During normal operation, you can remove the shunt with no negative impact on board operation.

::'''Test Points'''
:::* '''+5''' – Output from voltage regulator, should be +5 ± 0.1 VDC
:::* '''GND''' – Ground
:::* '''ZC''' – Zero Cross signal

=='''Firmware'''==

:The PICs ('''U6''','''U7''' & '''U8''') must be programmed with the correct firmware for the board to operate correctly. There are two types of firmware available: Operational and Diagnostic. The Operational firmware is what you need for normal board operation. The Diagnostic firmware is a troubleshooting aid to use when there are problems with the board.

:'''Renard SS Operational Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm | Renard SS Operational Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:'''Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware:'''

::*[[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm | Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware.asm]] – source code that needs to be compiled

:::Instructions for using the Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware are located on this [[Renard Diagnostic Firmware Instructions | wiki page]] or can be downloaded in this [[media:Renard SS Diagnostic Firmware Instructions.pdf | file]].

:'''DMX Firmware:'''

::Since there are many options available with the Renard DMX firmware it is impractical to post a dedicated Renard SS board version here. Users desiring to use DMX should get the firmware [[Renard Firmware | here]].

=='''Powering the Renard SS24'''==

:Input power requirements: An AC source

===DC power:===
:The Renard SS24 generates all the DC voltage that it requires on-board and no external DC voltage source is required.

===AC Power:===
:The Renard SS24 requires AC power for generation of the DC voltage, the SSR (opto/triac) circuitry and for generation of the Zero Cross signal. The information in this wiki is targeted at users who are using 115/120 VAC power.

=='''AC Power Handling Capability'''==
===Maximum Input Load===
:The Renard SS24 is divided into two banks of twelve triacs. Each bank of triacs is capable of carrying up to 15 amps of current based on the trace width used on the pcb.

===Triac Loads===
:Based on the pcb trace widths, each triac can handle up to two amps of current. A [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Triac Heat Sink | heat sink]] is highly recommended when running the triacs at two amps. Care must be taken to ensure that the total load of the twelve triacs in each bank does not exceed the rating of the fuse protecting the triac bank or 15 amps (whichever is less).

===Fuses===
:Each bank of triacs is independently protected by its own fuse. The size of the fuse selected to use for each bank of triacs is dependent on how the Renard SS24 is connected to the AC power. When each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input, the size of the fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the input wire or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:If both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input and a jumper is used to connect the two banks together, then the size of both fuses added together cannot not exceed the current handling capability of the input wire.

:The [[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24#Parts Listing (BOM) | BOM]] calls for a 10 amp fuse under that assumption that each bank of triacs will be independantly powered by a common/generic extension cord. Most of the common extension cords used by DIYC members are rated for only 13 amps and 13 amp fuses are not commonly found.

=='''Hooking Up the Renard SS24'''==

===Data Connections===

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Data Layout1.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between computer running Vixen and Renard SS24 boards'''</center>

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 Data Layout2.jpg | 800px |center]]
<center>'''Typical connection between RS485/DMX/Renard and Renard SS24 boards'''</center>

====Data Cables====

:'''Data cables for Renard SS board hookup directly to computer COMM port'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable1.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 3
PC DE9 Pin 5 to Renard SS DE9 Pin 5

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS232 Data Cable2.jpg | 400px ]]
PC DE9 Pin 3 to RJ45-pin 4
PC DE9 Pin 5 to RJ45-pin 5 and pin 1 and/or pin 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup using a RS232->RS485 or a USB->RS485 converter'''

::Due to the many different types of RS232->RS485 and USB->RS485 converters available, the drawing only refers to the signals coming from the converter. Check the documentation for your converter to figure out how/where to hook up the correct wires.

[[image:Wiki - Renard SS RS485 Data Cable.jpg | 400px ]]
Converter signal RS485(-)/T-/D-/B/485- connects to RJ45-pin 4 (blue CAT5 wire)
Converter signal RS485(+)/T+/D+/A/485+ connects to RJ45-pin 5 (blue/white CAT5 wire)
Converter GND signal connects to RJ45-pins 1 & 2 (orange and orange/white CAT5 wires) 
An example is shown here with the [[media:Wiki - HXSP-2108F adapter.jpg |HXSP-2108F Adapter Hook-up ]]

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup in a DMX environment'''
[[image:wiki - DMX (XLR) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]] 

[[image:wiki - DMX (RJ-45) to Renard SS Connection.jpg | 400px]]

DMX using XLR Connectors
XLR connector pin 1 (GND) to RJ45-pin 1 and/or pin 2
XLR connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
XLR connector pin 3 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5

DMX using RJ45 (CAT5) Connectors
RJ45 connector pin 1 (Data+) to RJ45-pin 5
RJ45 connector pin 2 (Data-) to RJ45-pin 4
RJ45 connector pins 7 & 8 (GND) to RJ45-pins 1 & 2

:'''Data cable for Renard SS board hookup to other Renard boards'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard to Renard Data Cable.jpg | 400px]] 

Generally only a regular straight-thru CAT5 cable is required to connect Renard SS boards to other Renard boards.
For the few exceptions (ie Ren24 V2.5), check the wiki page for those boards to see what their unique requirements are.

====Cable Lengths====

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to a computer COMM port should not be longer than 50 feet according to the RS-232 standard. This distance can also be greatly reduced by using poor quality cables.

:Data cables connecting the Renard SS boards directly to other Renard boards or any other RS-485 source can be up to 4,000 feet in length for data rates up to 100Kbps according to the RS-485 standard.

===AC Power Connection===
:'''Connection Option #1'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 AC Layout1.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, each bank of triacs has its own dedicated AC input (orange/black wires).

::Key thing to remember in this layout is:

:::* The size of each fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the orange/black wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:'''Connection Option #2'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 AC Layout2.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the main AC input [orange/black wires] is connected to two sets of feeder wires [blue/green wires] by a twist-on wire connector (commonly referred to as a wire nut). The feeder wires are then connected to the triac banks.

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the fuses cannot exceed the current handling capability of the feeder wires [blue/green wires] or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the main AC input [orange/black wires].

:'''Connection Option #3'''
[[image:Wiki - Renard SS24 AC Layout3.jpg | 800px |center]]

::In the above layout, the right side banks of triacs are powered by jumper wires [blue/green wires] coming from the left side [N 120V] terminal block. This means that both banks of triacs are being powered by the same AC input [orange/black wires].

::Key things to remember in this layout are:

:::* The size of the right fuse cannot exceed the current handling capability of the blue/green wires or 15 amps (whichever is less).

:::'''AND'''

:::* The size of both fuses together cannot exceed the current handling capability of the AC input [orange/black wires].

===Connecting Multiple Renard Boards===

[[image:wiki - Renard SS Daisy Chain.jpg | 800px |center]]

::The above image shows how Renard SS boards can be daisy chained together. Renard SS8 boards are used in the image just as an example of how all Renard SS boards can be connected together.

::Key things to remember when connecting Renard SS boards together:

:::* You only need one instance of the Renard Dimmer plug-in in Vixen for each physical COMM port being used. You just need to make sure that the plug-in is setup for the total number of channels for all the Renard boards connected to that COMM port. In the above example, the plug-in would be set for 32 channels.

:::* The total number of Renard boards that can be connected together depends on the event period and the baud rate being used. More information on the total number of channels capable with Renard systems can be found here [[Renard#Number of Circuits (Channels) | here.]]

=='''Configuring the jumpers on Renard SS boards'''==

:'''JP1 & JP2 Configuraton'''

:The configuration of JP1 and JP2 depends on the type of communication being used:
 

::'''RS-232 Communication (direct connect to PC)'''
:::*'''JP1''' installed
:::*'''JP2''' not installed

:::Reminder: This only applies to the first Renard SS board connected to the PC. The output of a Renard SS board to the next board is RS-485.
 

::'''RS-485 Communication (output of a Renard board or output from a RS-485 adapter/converter)'''
:::*'''JP1''' not installed
:::*'''JP2''' installed (try removing if data communication issues are encountered)
 

:'''JP3 Configuraton'''

::*Installed when running the Diagnostics Firmware
::*Normally not installed when running the Operational Firmware. But can be left installed if you don’t mind seeing the on-board LEDs responding with the associated channels.

=='''Computer Setup'''==

:'''VIXEN Settings'''

::The Renard SS boards require the Renard Dimmer [Vixen 1.1.*] or Renard Dimmer (modified) [Vixen 2.*] Plug-In.

::'''Renard Dimmer Plug-In Settings:'''
:::*Protocol Version: 1
:::*COM1 (or whichever COM port you are connected to)
:::*Baud: 57600 (default firmware value, if firmware is changed then this needs to be changed to match the firmware)
:::*Parity: None
:::*Data bits: 8
:::*Stop bits: One
:::*Hold port open during the duration of the sequence execution: Checked

=='''Assembly Instructions & BOM'''==

The assembly instructions and complete BOM with links to the Mouser Shared BOM 
[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24]]

=='''Setup for Beginners and Troubleshooting'''==

:If you are unsure that you have built your hardware correctly, you should follow the procedures contained in the [[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24 | Renard SS24 Beginners Setup Guide]]. These procedures will guide you through the steps to help setup the hardware for the first time.

:If you encounter any problems with your Renard SS24, you can go to the [[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]. The troubleshooting guide contains a methodical process to try to isolate problems/malfunctions and gives suggestions of what to do to fix them.

=='''Related Links'''==
:[[Beginners Setup Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[[Assembly Instructions The Renard SS24]]

:[[Troubleshooting_Guide_The_Renard_SS24 | Troubleshooting Guide The Renard SS24]]

:[http://doityourselfchristmas.com/forums/showthread.php?6664-The-Renard-SS-24-is-now-available!-(first-post-is-current-2-19-2011) Board Availability Information]

:[[Renard Main Page]]

:[[Renard Firmware]]

:[[Part Substitutions]]

:[[Vixen|VIXEN]]

:[[Glossary | Glossary of DIYC Terms]]

:[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

[[Category:DIYC Controllers]]
[[Category:Renard]]
[[Category:Renard SS24]]
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