Dongle Manual
Contents
Introduction
Thank you for making the decision to build the LYNX DMX DONGLE. I believe this decision will be one you will be very happy with. The Lynx is my attempt to design the best DMX dongle I could, at the lowest price I could, and make it available for the do-it-yourselfers like you. The goals for the dongle were professional looks and operation, cost effectiveness and ease of assembly for even a novice builder.
WARNING! This device has been designed for personal use as a means of education and entertainment. As such it is not rated, tested, or approved for use in commercial environments and such use is forbidden by the designer. Improper use of this equipment could be hazardous to life and property and the suitability of use is your responsibility. I assume no responsibility in the use or operation of this equipment or for the accuracy of any information made on part of itself. This device has been designed for my use and my use only. This is simply an explanation of how I built my own personal dimmers for informational purposes. I make no warranties written or otherwise to it. It should be considered an experimental device with possible unknown characteristics.
Before we start assembly of the LYNX DMX DONGLE, use the list on the next page to verify you have the correct parts and quantity of parts before we go any further. Please use static electricity precautions in the handling of these parts (ground straps, etc.). If you are not familiar with them please research on the Internet prior to handling them. You can damage your parts with improper handling!
Parts List
QTY | Mouser # |
2 | 299-100-RC |
1 | 511-ST485BN |
1 | 571-1-390261-9 |
2 | 571-1-390261-2 |
1 | 520-TCH4000-X |
1 | 140-XRL25V100-RC |
1 | 626-DLP-USB245M-G |
2 | 299-470-RC |
1 | 512-FQP27P06 |
1 | 579-PIC18F2450-I/SP |
1 | 571-5202514 |
1 | 630-6N137-000E |
1 | 580-NMR100C |
2 | 581-SA105E104Z
Preparing to BuildThe next thing we want is to make sure you are up to speed on soldering and electrostatic protection of the components in your kit. If you are not an experienced printed circuit builder, visit the site: http://curiousinventor.com/guides/How_To_Solder And check out there extremely good video on soldering correctly. Even if you are an expert it is a good video to watch.
http://www.amazon.com/Weller-Soldering-Station-WLC100-120V/dp/B000ICEMYA It works fine and is very inexpensive. I even saw this model on sale at Sears. Radio Shack has a very nice looking digital model on sale but be careful: it does not allow you to replace the tip. Tips are a part that wear out and need to replace them from time to time. While we are on the topic of tips, get some. I recommend you get the smaller chisel shape as this works very well for all-around board building.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3Install DIP sockets, aligning them so the notches on the sockets match those on the board. This indicates the #1 pin end of the socket. Then install the transistor, making sure the flat metal is on the side with the white solid rectangle of the board.
STEP 4Install the USB module as pictured. Do not install a socket on this device: it must be soldered to the PCB directly.
STEP 5Download the Hex file from the forum and program the PIC chip with it using whatever steps are correct with your programmer.
STEP 6Screw the top on and flip the case over to the smooth side and attach the sticker.
and download and run http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/CDM/CDM%202.04.06.exe
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